Material Safety Data Sheet
SECTION 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product Name: MSS 20 Standard Gloss Seam Sealer
MCS 32 Commercial Seam Sealer
Seam Sealer Do-It-Yourself
MCS 42 Commercial Seam Sealer
Chemical Name: Vinyl adhesive
Product Use/Class: Vinyl adhesive/seam sealer
Company Information: Mannington Mills, Inc.
P.O. Box 30, Rte. 45
75 Mannington Mills Road
Salem, New Jersey 08079
Phone: (856) 935-3000
Phone Numbers: Product Emergency: (866) 359-5602
Spill Response: (800) 424-9300
Effective Date: 20/June/2003 Reason for Revision: Updated MSDS Format
Supercedes Date: Feb 2003
SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical Name CAS Number Weight% Exposure Guidelines
ACGIH - TLV OSHA - PEL Other
TWA STEL TWA Ceil
Tetrahydrofuran 109-99-9 N.A. 200 ppm N.A. N.A. N.A.
Cyclohexanone 108-94-1 N.A. 50 ppm N.A. N.A. N.A.
SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Form: Clear, colorless liquid
Color: Clear
Odor: Solvent odor
WARNING STATEMENTS
This material is flammable. Avoid breathing vapor.
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
Primary Routes of Exposure
Eye contact: Vapors may irritate eyes and mucus membranes.
Contact with skin may cause irritation, possible rash or reddening upon contact. May
Skin contact:
cause allergic reaction or skin desensitization
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Inhalation of high vapor concentrations may have results ranging from dizziness,
Inhalation:
headaches, shortness of breath, muscular weakness to unconsciousness.
May be toxic if ingested in large amounts. May cause throat irritation, gastrointestinal
Ingestion:
discomfort, and vomiting.
Chronic: N.A.
Other: Effects of Overexposure - Inhalation of high vapor concentrations may have results
ranging from dizziness and headaches to unconsciousness. Prolonged or repeated
liquid contact with the skin will dry and de-fat skin, leading to dermatitis.
Refer to Section 11 for toxicological information.
SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
If in Eyes: Flush eyes with water for 15-20 minutes. Seek medical attention.
If on Skin: Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water.
If Inhaled: Move victim to fresh air. If unconscious, seek medical attention at once.
If Swallowed: Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention.
SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flash Point: 6 deg F
Lower Explosive Limit (LEL) %: Tetrahydrofuran 2.0% Cyclohexanone 1.1%
Upper Explosive Limit (UEL) %: Tetrahydrofuran 11.8% Cyclohexanone 12.75%
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not available
OSHA Flammability Classification: Not available
Hazardous Products of Combustion: See Section 10.
Extinguishing Media: Not available
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Flammable material
Fire Fighting Equipment: Use foam, carbon dioxide, or dry chemical fire fighting apparatus.
Solvent vapors can travel to an ignition source and flash back. Vapors can
Miscellaneous Advice:
form explosive mixtures with air. Containers may vent, rupture, or burst at
temperatures of 130 Deg F or over. Water spray may be used to keep closed
containers cool to prevent pressure build-up. Firefighters should wear self-
contained breathing apparatus and use equipment to protect against venting
or bursting of containers. Avoid breathing vapors.
See Section 10.
SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions: Remove all possible sources of ignition.
Methods for clean-up: Transfer to a suitable container using non-sparking tools.
Refer to Section 13 for disposal information.
Refer to sections 14 & 15 for reportable quantity information.
SECTION 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling:
Use only in a well ventilated area.
Storage:
Close containers after use. Store in a dry environment away from any sources of ignition.
Keep from prolonged freezing for optimum performance. Acceptable storage temperature range is 35-95 deg F.
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Consult the Mannington Professional Installation Guide for additional information on handling and storage.
SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls: Use adequate ventilation, local exhaust at point of use.
Use NIOSH/MSHA approved air purifying respiration with combination dust/mist
Respiratory Protection:
filter and organic vapor cartridge if ventilation is not present.
Eye Protection: Chemical safety glasses.
Hand and Skin Protection: Use gloves if in contact with skin.
Other Protective Equipment:
Wash hands before eating, smoking , or using toilet facilities. Do not smoke in any
Hygienic Practices:
chemical handling or storage area. Food or beverages should not be consumed
anywhere this product is handled or stored. Wash thoroughly after handling.
SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid Water Solubility: Essentially insoluble
Physical State: Liquid Volatiles (Wt %): 92%
151 deg F Tetrahydrofuran 143 mm Hg
Boiling Point: Vapor Pressure:
Cyclohexanone 3.95 mm Hg
Vapor Density: Heavier than air Evaporation Rate: Slower than ether
Specific Gravity: 0.92 (Water = 1.0)
SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Conditions to avoid: Sources of ignition, high temperatures.
Materials to avoid: Strong oxidizing agents and select amines.
Stability: Stable
Hazardous reactions: N.A.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Thermal decomposition in the presence of air may yield carbon monoxide,
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
carbon dioxide, and/or oxides of nitrogen.
SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Product LD50 (Oral): Not available
Product LD50 (Dermal): Not available
Product LC50: Not available
Immediate (Acute) Effects:
None available
Delayed (Subchronic & Chronic) Effects
Overexposure may cause irritation to eyes, skin, throat, lungs, and nose.
SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Product produces slight toxicity to aquatic life. Insufficient data exists to evaluate the effect on plants, birds, or land
il
SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
US EPA RCRA Status: N.A.
Disposal Considerations: N.A.
Disposal Method: See below.
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Disposal should be done in accordance with local, state, and federal (40 CFR part 261)
Miscellaneous:
regulations. Be aware that state and local requirements may differ widely depending
on location and in many cases be different from federal rules.
SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION
The information provided in this section is for information only. Please apply the appropriate regulations
to properly classify your shipment for transport.
As packaged in limited quantities for its intended use, this product is regulated under the U.S. DOT as a consumer
commodity and is classified as Other Regulated Material: ORM-D.
DOT Proper Shipping Name: N.A.
DOT Hazard Class: ORM-D
DOT UN/NA Number: N.A.
Packing Group: N.A.
Emergency Response Guide Number: N.A.
Other: DOT Consumer Commodity
SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
U.S. Federal Regulations: Not available
SARA Section 313: None
Toxic Substances Control Act: Not available
Inventory Status: Not available
Export Notification: Not available
California Proposition 65 - Tetrahydrofuran, CAS Number 109-99-9
Other:
SECTION 16 - OTHER INFORMATION
Health Fire Reactivity Additional Information
Hazard Rating: 2 3 0
Keep out of reach of children.
Legend:
N.A. - Not Available ppm - parts per million
S - Skin NIOSH - National Institute for Occupational Safety
C - Ceiling (Exposure Levels) ACGIH - American Conference of Government Industrial Hygienist
PEL - Permissible Exposure Limits TLV - Exposure limits developed by ACCIH
MSHA - Mine Safety and Health Adm TWA - Time Weighted Average
TSCA - Toxic Substances Control Act STEL - Short-Term Exposure Limit
CIH - Certified Industrial Hygienist HAZCOM - Hazard Communication Standard (29CFR1910.1200)
NFPA - National Fire Protection Association
OEL - Occupational Exposure Limit
OSHA- Occupational Safety and Health Administration
CERCLA - Comprehensive Environmental Response, Comprehensive and Liability
DISCLAIMER
Although the information and recommendations set forth herein (hereinafter "Information") are presented
in good faith and believed to be correct as of the date of hereof, the company makes no representations as to
the completeness or accuracy thereof. Information is supplied upon the condition that the persons
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receiving same will make their own determination as to its suitability for their purposes prior to use. In
no event will the company be responsible for damages of any nature whatsoever resulting from the use of
or reliance upon Information. NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES, ETHER EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OF ANY OTHER
NATURE ARE MADE HEREUNDER WITH RESPECT TO INFORMATION OR THE PRODUCT TO
WHICH INFORMATION REFERS.
End of MSDS
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