NATIONAL STARCH AND CHEMICAL
MSDS ID: EC600308 MSDS DATE 01-November-2004
*** MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET ***
1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
MSDS ID: EC600308
PRODUCT NAME CATALYST 11
Catalyst for Epoxy Resin
Manufacturer Emerson & Cuming
A National Starch & Chemical Company
46 Manning Road
Billerica, MA 01821
EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS:
MEDICAL: 866-359-5657 (Health & Safety Call Center-24 hours)
TRANSPORT: CHEMTREC: 800.424.9300 (24 hours)
CHEMTREC International: 703.527.3887 (call collect)
Corporate Emergency Phone: 978.436.9781 (8AM-5PM, Mon-Fri EST)
MSDS Requests/Cust. Service:781.828.3300 (8AM-5PM, Mon-Fri EST)
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
CHEMICAL FAMILY Aromatic Amine
COMPONENT CAS NUMBER CONCENTRATION
(% by weight)
m-Phenylenediamine 108-45-2 >50
1-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone 872-50-4 20 - 35
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
WARNING.
CAUSES SEVERE OR PERMANENT DAMAGE TO EYES
SEVERE EYE IRRITANT.
TOXIC IF SWALLOWED.
TOXIC IN CONTACT WITH SKIN.
HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED.
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Possible birth defect hazard.
SKIN SENSITIZER.
Light Brown Liquid Slight Aromatic odor
EYE Severe/very severe irritant. May cause permanent damage if eye is not
immediately irrigated.
SKIN CONTACT Can be absorbed through skin causing systemic toxic effects. Repeated or
prolonged skin contact may result in severe irritation. Repeated and/or prolonged
contact may cause skin sensitization.
INHALATION May cause irritation to eyes and respiratory system. The vapor has anesthetic
properties and when inhaled at concentrations above the occupational exposure
limit, it may cause respiratory irritation, headache, fatigue, dizziness and
incoordination. Avoid breathing vapors or mists.
INGESTION Moderately toxic. Ingestion may cause irritation of the gastrointestinal tract. May
cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
4. FIRST-AID MEASURES
EYE Immediately irrigate with eyewash solution or clean water, holding the eyelids
apart, for at least 10 minutes. Obtain immediate medical attention. Obtain
immediate medical attention.
SKIN CONTACT Immediately flush with large amounts of water; use soap if available. Remove
contaminated clothing, including shoes, after flushing has begun. If symptoms
develop, obtain medical attention.
INHALATION Remove to fresh air. Administer oxygen to aid breathing. Get medical attention.
INGESTION If individual is conscious, give milk or water to dilute stomach contents, then
induce vomiting. DO NOT attempt to give anything by mouth to a drowsy or
unconscious person. Keep warm and quiet. Get prompt medical attention.
5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
AUTOIGNITION 560 癈
FLASH POINT 204 癋
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA Alcohol Foam; CO2; Dry Chemical; Water Fog
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING PROCEDURES A self contained breathing apparatus and suitable protective
clothing should be worn in fire conditions.; Cool exposed
equipment with water spray.
FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARDS Combustible at high temperatures. Combustion will evolve
toxic and irritant vapors. Containers can build up pressure if
exposed to heat (fire) and may explode.
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen and
unknown organics.
LOWER EXPLOSION LIMIT (%) Not applicable
UPPER EXPLOSION LIMIT (%) Not applicable
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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
SPILL AND LEAK PROCEDURES Ventilate area. May cause allergic skin reaction. Use suitable protective
clothing. No smoking, flames or flares in hazard area. Keep unnecessary
people away; isolate hazard area and deny entry. Contain the spillage and
pump up as much as possible. Absorb the remaining material on
sand,sawdust,etc,for landfill or incineration. Do not allow to enter drains,
sewers or watercourses. Scrape absorbed material into proper waste
containers. Wash area with soap and water; prevent entry of wash water
into drains or other waterways. Dispose of wastes and water in accordance
with all applicable federal, state and local regulations.
For safety and environmental precautions, please review entire Material Safety Data Sheet for necessary
information.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
STORAGE TEMPERATURE <= 25 癈
SHELF LIFE, (Days) 365
HANDLING/STORAGE Keep containers properly sealed when not in use.
Keep away from heat and direct sunlight. Keep away
from oxidizing agents. Store in cool, dry place.
SENSITIVITY TO STATIC ELECTRICITY Yes
SPECIAL SENSITIVITY Avoid moisture contamimation.
SENSITIVITY TO MECHANICAL IMPACT No
OTHER PRECAUTIONS Ground containers securely when transferring
contents. Wear low static or properly grounded shoes.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
COMPONENT EXPOSURE LIMITS
ACGIH-TWA: 0.1 mg/m3
m-Phenylenediamine
VENTILATION REQUIREMENTS Use in a well-ventilated area. Local exhaust to keep vapors below
TLV.
EYE PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS Wear eye/face protection. Safety spectacles/goggles/full face shield.
Protect against splashing.
GLOVE REQUIREMENTS Employee must wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent contact
with this substance. Butyl or natural rubber gloves are recommended.
Cotton or other absorbent gloves should not be worn.
CLOTHING REQUIREMENTS Employee must wear appropriate protective clothing and equipment to
prevent any possibility of skin contact with this substance.
Uniforms, coveralls, or a lab coat should be worn.
Rubber boots and apron if exposure is severe.
CHANGE/REMOVAL OF CLOTHING Remove contaminated clothing and launder before reuse. Discard
shoes, belts, wallets, and any other contaminated leather items.
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WASH REQUIREMENTS Wash exposed areas with soap and water. Showers and eye washing
equipment must be provided at handling points.
RESPIRATOR REQUIREMENTS NIOSH approved respirator if required. Self-contained breathing
apparatus in emergency and non-routine situations.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
PURE SUBSTANCE OR MIXTURE Mixture
PHYSICAL FORM Liquid
COLOR Light Brown
ODOR Slight Aromatic
ODOR THRESHOLD Not available
PH AS IS Not applicable
pH IN (1%) SOLUTION Approximately 9.2
OXIDIZING PROPERTIES Not applicable
BOILING POINT > 200 癈
MELTING/FREEZING POINT None Established
SOLUBILITY IN WATER Soluble
PARTITION COEFFICIENT (n-octanol/water) Approximately -0.4
SPECIFIC GRAVITY (WATER=1) 1.11
BULK DENSITY 9.3 lb/gal
EVAPORATION RATE Not applicable
VAPOR PRESSURE (mmHg) Estimated to be < 0.345 @ 25癈
VAPOR DENSITY (air = 1) 3.4
VOLATILES 28.5 %/wt
VOLATILE ORGANIC COMPOUNDS 285 g/liter
AUTOIGNITION 560 癈
FLASH POINT 204 癋
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABILITY Stable
STABILITY DETAIL Material is stable under recommended storage temperatures
and pressures.
MATERIALS TO AVOID Oxidizers
CONDITIONS TO AVOID Avoid moisture contamination.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS Thermal decomposition products are hazardous and/or toxic.
Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen and
unknown organics.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION Hazardous polymerization will not occur.
CONDITIONS
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ROUTE OF ENTRY Skin Absorption; Ingestion; Eye Contact; Inhalation
CHRONIC (LONG TERM) EFFECTS OF EXPOSURE
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EFFECTS OF CHRONIC EXPOSURE A component(s) of this product was found to be positive in
one or more mutagenetic assays.
Animal studies show that exposure to NMP(n-
Methylpyrrolidone) during pregnancy is harmful to the
developing fetus.
In lifetime feeding and inhalation studies in rats, NMP(n-
Methylpyrrolidone) did not cause cancer.
In lifetime feeding and inhalation studies in mice, NMP(n-
Methylpyrrolidone) increased the incidence of liver tumors.
Animal studies show that exposure to NMP(n-
Methylpyrrolidone) does not impair fertility.
The toxicological properties of this product have not been
fully evaluated. Use of good industrial hygiene practices is
required. Avoid direct contact with skin or eyes. Do not ingest
or inhale.
TARGET ORGANS Skin; Eyes; Respiratory system; Kidneys; Liver; Central
nervous system
SKIN SENSITIZATION Sensitizer. May cause allergic reaction.
POSSIBLE BIRTH DEFECT HAZARD Yes
CARCINOGEN No.
PRODUCT TOXICOLOGY
PRODUCT INFORMATION This health hazard assessment is based on a consideration of
the composition of this product.
Severe/very severe irritant.
Vapor released during hot processing may be irritant to the
respiratory system.
COMPONENT ORAL TOXICITY NOTES ON ORAL TOXICITY
m-Phenylenediamine Oral LD50: Rat 650 mg/kg Slightly toxic. Ingestion may cause irritation of the
gastrointestinal tract. May cause nausea, vomiting
and diarrhea.
COMPONENT DERMAL TOXICITY NOTES ON DERMAL TOXICITY
m-Phenylenediamine Can be absorbed through skin causing systemic toxic
effects. Repeated and/or prolonged contact may
cause irritation and skin sensitisation.
COMPONENT INHALATION TOXICITY NOTES ON INHALATION TOXICITY
m-Phenylenediamine Dust is irritant to the respiratory tract. Exposure to
high concentrations may produce lung damage.
Atmospheric concentrations in excess of the
occupational exposure limit may lead to headache,
nausea, and irritation of the eyes, nose and throat.
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COMPONENT NOTES ON EYE IRRITATION
m-Phenylenediamine Severe/very severe irritant. The vapor and the liquid
may cause burning, intense irritation and excessive
watering of the eye.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
POTENTIAL EFFECT ON ENVIRONMENT Do not allow to enter drains, sewers or watercourses.
MOBILITY The product is soluble in water.
PERSISTENCE AND DEGRADABILITY Not readily biodegradable.
POTENTIAL TO BIOACCUMULATE The product has low potential for bioaccumulation.
ECOTOXICITY Toxic to aquatic life.
AQUATIC TOXICITY None Established
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
WASTE DISPOSAL METHODS Disposal should be in accordance with local, state or national legislation.
EMPTY CONTAINER WARNINGS Empty containers may contain product residue; follow MSDS and label
warnings even after they have been emptied.
14. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
This section provided for general information only.
FOR NON-BULK SHIPMENTS.
FOR MORE COMPLETE TRANSPORTATION REGULATORY INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO THE
SHIPPING DOCUMENTS ACCOMPANYING THE SHIPMENT OF THIS PRODUCT.
DOT CLASSIFICATION
PROPER SHIPPING NAME TOXIC LIQUIDS, ORGANIC, N.O.S.
TECHNICAL NAME (CONTAINS - PHENYLENEDIAMINE)
HAZARD CLASS 6.1
U.N. NUMBER UN2810
PACKING GROUP III
ICAO/IATA CLASSIFICATION
PROPER SHIPPING NAME Toxic liquid, organic, n.o.s.
TECHNICAL NAME (Contains - Phenylenediamine)
HAZARD CLASS 6.1
U.N. NUMBER UN2810
PACKING GROUP III
The information provided herein may not include the impact of additional regulatory requirements (eg, for
materials meeting the definition of a hazardous waste under RCRA, hazardous substances under CERCLA, and/of
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marine pollutants under CWA or other similar federal, state or local laws) or any associated exceptions or
exemptions under regulations applicable to the transport of this material.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
TSCA All components are on the TSCA inventory.
TSCA 12(b) Export Notification
This product contains the following substances which are subject to TSCA Section 12(b) Export notification
requirements:
COMPONENT CAS NUMBER
1-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone 872-50-4
SARA/TITLE III CAS NUMBER
1,3-Phenylenediamine 108-45-2
N-Methyl-2-pyrrolidinone 872-50-4
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WARNING: This product contains the following chemicals that are known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Unless a concentration is specified in Section 2 of the MSDS, the below chemical/s are present in trace
amounts.
COMPONENT CAS NUMBER
1-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone 872-50-4
o-Phenylenediamine 95-54-5
16. OTHER INFORMATION
HMIS?Hazard Ratings
HMIS?ratings are based on a 0-4 rating scale, with 0 representing minimal hazards or risks, and 4 representing
significant hazards or risks. Although HMIS?ratings are not required on MSDSs by OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.1200,
we choose to provide them as a service to our customers using HMIS? These ratings are to be used only with a
fully implemented HMIS?program. To deal adequately with the safe handling of this material, all the information
contained in this MSDS must be considered.
NPCA recommends that employers must determine appropriate PPE for the actual conditions under which this
product is used in their workplace. For information on PPE codes, consult the HMIS?Implementation Manual.
HMIS?is a registered trademark of the National Paint and Coatings Association (NPCA).
Health Flammability Reactivity
2 1 0
MSDS DATE 01-November-2004
FOR INFORMATION CONTACT: Emerson & Cuming Product Safety:
Tel: 978.436.9781
Fax: 978.436.9707
CHANGES SINCE PREVIOUS ISSUE Entire Material Safety Data Sheet.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The information given and the recommendations made herein apply to our
product(s) alone and are not combined with other product(s). Such are based on our research and on data from
other reliable sources and are believed to be accurate. No guaranty of accuracy is made. It is the purchaser's
responsibility before using any product to verify this data under their own operating conditions and to determine
whether the product is suitable for their purposes.
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