MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
SECTION 1 ?CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT NAME: BUEHLER KONDUCTOMET I
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 20-3375-016, 20-3375-400
PRODUCT USE/CLASS: Molding compound
SUPPLIER:
BUEHLER, LTD
41 WAUKEGAN ROAD
LAKE BLUFF, IL 60044
EMERGENCY: 800-424-9300
INFORMATION: 847-295-6500
PREPARER: Technical Department, 847-295-6500
PREPARE DATE: 03/23/09, 23 March 2009
SECTION 2 ?COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
ITEM CHEMICAL NAME CAS NUMBER WT/WT%
01 Graphite 7782-42-5 20.0-40.0
02 Fibrous glass 65997-17-3 10.0-30.0
03 Hexamethylenetetramine 100-97-0 3.0-10.0
04 Phenol 108-95-2 0.1-1.0
05 Silicon dioxide (quartz) 14808-60-7 1.0-5.0
ITEM ACGIH TLV- ACGIH TLV- OSHA PEL- OSHA PEL ? COMPANY TLV- SKIN
TWA STEL TWA CEILING TWA
3
2.5 mg/mg3
01 2.0 mg/m N.E. 15 mppcf N.E. NO
15 mg/m3
02 1 fibers/cc* N.E. N.E. 3 fibers/cc NO
03 N.E. N.E. N.E. N.E. N.E. NO
04 5 ppm N.E. 5 ppm N.E. 250 ppm IDLH YES
0.1 mg/m3 0.05 mg/m3* 0.05 mg/m3*
05 N.E. N.E. NO
(SEE SECTION 16 FOR ABBREVIATION LEGEND)
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SECTION 3 ?HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: Harmful if swallowed. Causes skin and eye irritation. Vapors from heated material may
be irritating. Contact with heated material can cause thermal burns.
ACUTE EFFECTS ?EYE CONTACT: Moderately irritating to the eyes. Exposure to hot material may cause thermal
burns.
ACUTE EFFECTS - SKIN CONTACT: Contact with product at elevated temperatures can result in thermal burns.
Can be absorbed through the skin to cause kidney and liver damage. Prolonged contact may cause dermatitis.
ACUTE EFFECTS ?INHALATION: Harmful if inhaled. High vapor concentrations from heated material are irritating
to the eyes, nose, throat and lungs.
ACUTE EFFECTS - INGESTION: Small amounts (a tablespoonful) swallowed during normal handling operations are
not likely to cause injury; swallowing amounts larger than that may cause injury.
CHRONIC OVEREXPOSURE EFFECTS: *Repeated and prolonged inhalation of graphite or carbon dusts may cause
pulmonary fibrosis, emphysema, and pneumoconiosis. The severity of these effects is greatly influenced by the
presence of other harmful mineral dusts, most notably crystalline silica. *Repeated or prolonged overexposure to
phenol via inhalation, ingestion, or skin absorption may cause damage to the liver, kidneys, pancreas, and spleen.
Phenol is mutagenic "in-vitro." *This product contains encapsulated silicon dioxide (quartz, silica). No exposure to free
respirable silica is anticipated during normal use of this product. It should be noted, however, that free respirable silica
may be released by grinding or machining of cured compound and has been listed as a confirmed human carcinogen
by NTP and IARC. Inhalation of free respirable silica may cause silicosis or other serious delayed lung injury. Recent
studies have also suggested that individuals with silicosis are at increased risk of developing tuberculosis,
scleroderma, and/or increased incidence of kidney lesions.
OTHER INFORMATION: No information.
PRIMARY ROUTE(S) OF ENTRY: SKIN CONTACT, EYE CONTACT
SECTION 4 ?FIRST AID MEASURES
EYE CONTACT: Immediately flush with plenty of water. After initial flushing, remove any contact lenses and continue
flushing for at least 15 minutes. Have eyes immediately examined and tested by medical personnel.
SKIN CONTACT: For hot product, immediately immerse in or flush the affected area with large amounts of cold water
to dissipate heat. Cover with clean cotton sheeting or gauze and get prompt medical attention. No attempt should be
made to remove material from skin or to remove contaminated clothing as the damaged flesh can be easily torn. For
cold product, flush thoroughly with water. Obtain medical attention if irritation develops or persists.
INHALATION: If inhalation effects occur, remove to fresh air. Get medical attention if cough or other symptoms
develop.
INGESTION: If swallowed, DO NOT induce vomiting. Give water or milk and activated charcoal if patient is conscious
and not drowsy. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention immediately.
NOTES TO PHYSICIAN: Treat symptomatically.
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SECTION 5 ?FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FLASH POINT: No data F (PENSKY-MARTENS C.C.)
LOWER EXPLOSIVE LIMIT: N.A.
UPPER EXPLOSIVE LIMIT: N.A.
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE: No data
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: ALCOHOL FOAM, CO2, DRY CHEMICAL, FOAM, WATER FOG
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Finely divided dust in air may present explosion hazard. Prevent
dust buildup.
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING PROCEDURES: Treat as petroleum fire. Wear appropriate approved protective
equipment. Avoid directing water stream directly into flame; it may cause frothing with subsequent spread of
flame.
SECTION 6 ?ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED: Reclaim clean material. Contaminated
material should be swept or shoveled into appropriate waste container and disposed of in accordance with applicable
federal, state and local regulations.
SECTION 7 ?HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING: Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid breathing vapors from heated material.
STORAGE: Keep away from heat and flame.
SECTION 8 ?EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
ENGINEERING CONTROLS: General ventilation usually adequate.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: None normally required under general ventilation. For cold product: If dust levels
exceed lowest component TLV/PEL, or if effects occur, use NIOSH-approved dust/mist respirator in accordance with
OSHA regulations and manufacturer's recommendations. FOR HOT PRODUCT: If vapor levels are unknown, if
lowest component TLV/PEL is exceeded, or if effects occur, use NIOSH-approved organic vapor cartridge respirator in
accordance with OSHA regulations and manufacturer's recommendations.
SKIN PROTECTION: Clean clothing to cover skin. Butyl rubber gloves. Thermal gloves when handling hot
material.
EYE PROTECTION: Safety glasses.
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Accessible eye wash and safety shower.
HYGIENIC PRACTICES: Follow good general industrial safety practices during use. Do not smoke or eat during
use.
SECTION 9 ?PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
BOILING RANGE: 181 - 500 F VAPOR DENSITY: Is heavier than air
ODOR: Mild nondescript ODOR THRESHOLD: No data
APPEARANCE: Black EVAPORATION RATE: Is slower than Butyl
Acetate
SOLUBILITY IN H2O: Insoluble
FREEZE POINT: N.A. SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 1.8831
VAPOR PRESSURE: N.A. pH @ 0.0%: N.E.
PHYSICAL STATE: Solid VISCOSITY: N.A.
COEFFICIENT OF WATER/OIL DISTRIBUTION: No data
(SEE SECTION 16 FOR ABBREVIATION LEGEND)
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SECTION 10 ?STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: No information.
INCOMPATIBILITY: Strong bases or oxidants. Aluminum chloride + nitromethane, Formaldehyde, peroxydisulfuric
acid, peroxymonosulfuric acid, sodium nitrite + heat, Aluminum + nitrobenzene, sodium nitrate + trifluoroacetic acid,
butadiene.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Oxides of carbon. Oxides of nitrogen, ammonia. Aromatic and
aliphatic hydrocarbons.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur under normal conditions.
STABILITY: This product is stable under normal storage conditions.
SECTION 11 ?TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES
COMPONENT TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
----------- CHEMICAL NAME ----------- ------ LD50 ------ ------ LC50 ------
Graphite No information No information
Fibrous glass No information No information
Hexamethylenetetramine derm(rbt)750mg/kg No information
Phenol derm(rbt)500mg/24H No information
Silicon dioxide No data No data
SECTION 12 ?ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ECOLOGICAL TEST DATA: No information.
SECTION 13 ?DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
DISPOSAL METHOD: Material as sold may be disposed of in landfill if local regulations permit. If material becomes
contaminated, follow disposal instructions for contaminant.
SECTION 14 ?TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
DOT PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Not regulated
DOT TECHNICAL NAME: N.A.
DOT HAZARD CLASS: N.A. HAZARD SUBCLASS: N.A.
DOT UN/NA CLASS: N.A. PACKAGING GROUP: N.A.
RESP. GUIDE PAGE:
INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING NAME: Not regulated
INTERNATIONAL ID NUMBER: N.A.
IMDG CLASS (1? 2?: N.A. IMDG PAGE NUMBER: N.A.
IMDG EMS: N.A. IATA CLASS (1? 2?: N.A.
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SECTION 15 ?REGULATORY INFORMATION
OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200)
CERCLA ?SARA HAZARD CATEGORY: THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN REVIEWED, AND IS CONSIDERED,
UNDER APPLICABLE DEFINITIONS, TO MEET THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES: IMMEDIATE HEALTH HAZARD
CHRONIC HEALTH HAZARD
SARA SECTION 313: THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS THE FOLLOWING SUBSTANCES SUBJECT TO THE
REPORTING REQUIREMENTS OF SECTION 313 AND 40 CFR PART 372:
----------- CHEMICAL NAME ----------- CAS NUMBER WT/WT % IS LESS THAN
Phenol 108-95-2 1.0-5.0
TOXIC SUBSTANCE CONTROL ACT: THE CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES IN THIS PRODUCT ARE ON THE TSCA
SECTION 8 INVENTORY. THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS THE FOLLOWING CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES SUBJECT
TO THE REPORTING REQUIREMENTS OF TSCA 12(B) IF EXPORTED FROM THE UNITED STATES:
----------- CHEMICAL NAME ----------- CAS NUMBER
Phenol 108-95-2
NEW JERSEY RIGHT-TO-KNOW: THE FOLLOWING MATERIALS ARE NON-HAZARDOUS, BUT ARE AMONG
THE TOP 5 COMPONENTS IN THIS PRODUCT:
----------- CHEMICAL NAME ----------- CAS NUMBER
Phenolic resin 9003-35-4
PENNSYLVANIA RIGHT-TO-KNOW: THE FOLLOWING NON-HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS ARE PRESENT IN
THE PRODUCT AT GREATER THAN 3%:
----------- CHEMICAL NAME ----------- CAS NUMBER
Phenolic resin 9003-35-4
CALIFORNIA PROPOSTION 65: WARNING: This product contains a chemical(s) known to the state of
California to cause cancer. (phenol, silicon dioxide)
CANADIAN WHMIS: THIS MSDS HAS BEEN PREPARED IN COMPLIANCE WITH CONTROLLED PRODUCT
REGULATIONS EXCEPT FOR USE OF THE 16 HEADINGS.
CANADIAN WHMIS CLASS: D2A
COMPONENT RCRA CLASSIFICATIONS: none
COMPONENT RCRA CODES: none
CERCLA RQ VALUE (MINIMUM): N.A.
SECTION 16 ?OTHER INFORMATION
HMIS RATINGS
HEALTH: 1 FLAMMABILITY: 1 REACTIVITY: 0
PREVIOUS MSDS REVISION DATE: 08/22/06; 22 Aug 06
REASON FOR REVISION: Administrative change for new format.
VOLATILE ORGANIC COMPOUNDS: no data
LEGEND:
N.A. ?NO INFORMATION N.E. ?NOT ESTABLISHED N.D. ?NOT DETERMINED
ABBREVIATIONS: ACGIH = AMERICAN CONFERENCE OF GOVERNMENTAL INDUSTRIAL HYGIENISTS; OSHA
= OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY ADMINISTRATION; TLV-TWA = THRESHOLD LIMIT VALUE ?TIME
WEIGHTED AVERAGE (8 HOURS); STEL = SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE LIMIT (15 MINUTES); C = CEILING
VALUE; PEL = PERMISSIBLE EXPOSURE LIMIT
DISCLAIMER: TO THE BEST OF OUR KNOWLEDGE, THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MSDS IS
ACCURATE OR IS OBTAINED FROM SOURCES BELIEVED TO BE ACCURATE. HOWEVER, NO LIABILITY,
EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, IS ASSUMED FOR THE ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OF THE INFORMATION
CONTAINED HEREIN. BUYER ASSUMES LIABILITY IN ITS USE OF THE MATERIAL.
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