Material Safety Data Sheet ARALDITE HY956
HARDENER
Date prepared: 22nd March 1996 Date revised: December 2008
0CON-288
1. Identification of the Substance/Preparation and the Company/
Undertaking
Substance or preparation trade ARALDITE HY956 HARDENER
name:
Unique reference number(s): 0CON-288
Company/undertaking name & Logitech Ltd.,
Erskine Ferry Road, Old Kilpatrick, Glasgow
address:
G60 5EU, Scotland, UK
Telephone: (+44) 1389 875444
Emergency telephone number: As above
2. Composition
Substance: Triethylenetetramine
% content: 20-30
CAS number: 112-24-3
EEC Symbol: C
3. Hazards Identification
Causes burns. Harmful in contact with skin. May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
4. First Aid Measures
Inhalation: Move affected person to fresh air. In case of irritation of
respiratory system or mucous membranes, or if you
feel unwell or in case of prolonged exposure, seek
medical attention.
Skin contact: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Do not use organic
solvents. In case of dermatitis, seek medical attention.
Eye contact: Rinse immediately with water for at least 15 minutes.
Seek medical attention IMMEDIATELY.
Ingestion: Affected person should drink 500 - 800ml water, if
possible with suspended activated carbon for medical
use. In case of spontaneous vomiting be sure that
vomitus can freely drain because of danger of
suffocation. Give water repeatedly. Artificial induction
of vomiting should be restricted to first aid staff. Give
nothing by mouth in case of unconsciousness or
convulsions. Seek medical attention.
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5. Fire-Fighting Measures
Suitable extinguishing media: Water mist; carbon dioxide; foam; dry powder.
Unsuitable extinguishing media: High pressure water jet.
Exposure hazards in fire: Do not release chemically contaminated water into
drains, soil or surface water. Sufficient measures
must be taken to retain water used for extinguishing.
Dispose of contaminated water and soil according to
local regulations.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Personal precautions: Do not breathe vapour. Avoid ignition sources - No
smoking. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing.
Environmental precautions: Prevent contamination of soil, drains and surface
waters. Prevent product from entering drains.
Methods for cleaning: Take up with absorbent, inert material (e.g. kieselgur,
sand) and place in suitable and closable container
for disposal.
7. Handling and Storage
Handling: Irritant. sensitizing. Avoid vapour formation and
ignition sources. Ensure good ventilation and local
exhaust. Do not eat, drink or smoke at the workplace.
Storage: Keep away from food and drink. Store in the original
container, securely closed and at room temperature.
8. Exposure Controls
Technical protective measures: None.
Exposure control limits, and source: None.
Respiratory protection: In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable
respiratory equipment.
Hand protection: Wear suitable gloves.
Skin protection: Wear overalls and closed footwear.
Eye protection: Wear suitable goggles and face protection.
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9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance: Liquid.
Odour: Amine-like odour.
pH: Approx. 12 at 1:1 mixture in water.
Boiling point: >200癈
Melting point: Not applicable.
Flashpoint (癈): 152癈 DIN51758
Flammability: N/A
Autoflammability: N/A
Explosive properties: N/A
Oxidising properties: N/A
Vapour pressure: 0.1Pa at 20癈.
1.00-1.05 g/cm3 at 25癈.
Relative density:
Solubility in water: Miscible at 20癈.
Other: Viscosity 370-470 mPas at 25癈.
10. Stability and Reactivity
Thermal decomposition: >200癈
Conditions to avoid: Static discharges.
Materials to avoid: Strong acids, strong bases and strong oxidizing
agents.
Hazardous decomposition products: Thermal decomposition or burning may release
oxides of carbon and other toxic gases or vapours.
11. Toxicological Information
LD50 Acute oral toxicity (rats): 4500 mg/kg
Eye irritation (rabbits): Corrosive.
Skin irritation (rabbits): Irritant.
Skin sensitisation (guinea pigs): May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
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12. Ecological Information
Prevent contamination of soil, drains or surface water.
LC50 Zebra fish (96h): N/A
LC50 Rainbow trout (96h): N/A
EC50 Daphnia magna (24h): N/A
Biodegradability (Sturm test): N/A
Algae Inhibition Test: N/A
Sludge toxicity: N/A
13. Disposal Considerations
Incineration or landfill in accordance with local regulations. Contaminated packaging
materials should be disposed of identically to the product itself. Packaging materials
that are not contaminated should be treated as household waste or as recycling material.
14. Transport Information
RID/ADR: Free
IMDG-Code: Free
IATA: Free
Flashpoint: 152癈 DIN 51758
15. Regulatory Information
Symbol: C
Contains: Triethylenetetramine
R34: Causes burns.
R21: Harmful in contact with skin.
R43: May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
S26: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with
plenty of water and seek medical attention.
S36/37/39: Wear suitable clothing, gloves and eye/face
protection.
NOTE: THIS DATA SHEET DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A USER'S ASSESSMENT OF
WORKPLACE RISK AS REQUIRED BY HSW ACT, COSHH, MANAGEMENT OF
HEALTH AND SAFETY AT WORK REGULATIONS, OR OTHER HEALTH AND
SAFETY LEGISLATION.
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16. Other Information
Recommendations/restrictions: The user must be instructed in the proper work
procedure and be familiar with the contents of these
instructions.
Use: Used as a hardener with Araldite AV121 resin.
Sources of key data used to compile Croner's Hazard Information and Packaging, 3/95
Safety Data Sheet:
Abbreviations: N/E: Not established
N/A: Not available
The data contained in this Safety Data Sheet has been supplied as required by the Chemicals
(Hazard Identification and Packaging) Regulations 1993, as amended, for the purpose of
protecting the health and safety of industrial and commercial users who are deemed capable of
understanding and acting on the information provided.
Please ensure that it is passed to the appropriate person(s) in your company, who are capable of
acting on the information.
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