MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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MORTON PAINT COMPANY FOR CHEMICAL EMERGENCY
U S Chemical & Plastics USA: CHEMTREC 1-800-424-9300
Alco Industries Companies CANADA: CANUTEC 1-613-996-6666
600 NOVA DRIVE SE (Call Collect)
MASSILLON, OH 44646
PHONE: 330-830-6000 FAX: 330-830-6005
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SECTION I - IDENTIFICATION OF PRODUCT
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PRODUCT NAME: Synthetic Enamel Hardener
PRODUCT CODE: 65-1, -8
SYNONYM OR CROSS REFERENCE: Hardener and Activator for Paints
SCHEDULE B #: 3815.90.0000-0
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SECTION II - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
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INGREDIENTS WEIGHT % CAS NUMBER TLV/PEL
Toluene 15-25% 108-88-3 ACGIH: TLV: 100 ppm
OSHA PEL: 150 ppm
Xylene 15-25% 1330-20-7 ACGIH: TLV: 100 ppm
OSHA PEL: 100 ppm
Hexyl Acetate 1-10% 88230-35-7 ACGIH: TLV: 50 ppm
OSHA PEL: 50 ppm
n-Butyl Acetate 10-20% 123-86-4 ACGIH: TLV: 150 ppm
OSHA PEL: 150 ppm
STEL: 200 ppm
Isophorone Diisocyanate <0.35% 4098-71-9 ACGIH TLV: .005 ppm
OSHA PEL: .005 ppm
Isocyanate Pre-polymer 30-40% Trade Secret N/E
Petroleum Naphtha 1-10% 64742-95-6 N/E Recommended TLV 50 ppm
1,2,4 Trimethylbenzene 1-5% 95-63-6 ACGIH: TLV 25 ppm
OSHA: PEL 25 ppm
Ethyl Benzene 1-5% 100-41-4 ACGIH: TLV: 100 ppm
OSHA PEL: 100 ppm
STEL: 125 ppm
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SECTION III - PHYSICAL DATA
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APPEARANCE: Clear liquid with organic solvent odor VAPOR DENSITY: Heavier than air
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 0.97 EVAPORATION RATE: (Diethyl Ether = 1)
VAPOR PRESSURE (mmHg): N/Av Slower than Diethyl Ether
BOILING POINT: 230-327oF VOLATILES BY WEIGHT: Approx 70%
MELTING POINT: N/Ap SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Insoluble
VOC (less water and exempts): 658 Grams/Liter
5.50 lbs/gal
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SECTION IV - FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
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FLASH POINT: 45oF/7oC Taglibue
LOWER FLAMMABLE LIMIT %: N/E
UPPER FLAMMABLE LIMIT %: N/E
FIRE EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Carbon Dioxide, Dry Chemical, Foam.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Fight like a fuel oil fire. Cool fire exposed containers with water spray. Fire
Fighter should wear OSHA/NIOSH approved self-contained breathing apparatus.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD: (Conditions of Flammability) Closed containers exposed to high
temperatures, such as fire conditions may rupture.
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SECTION V - HEALTH HAZARD/TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES
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OVEREXPOSURE EFFECTS:
ACUTE EFFECTS:
EYES - Contact with eyes can cause irritation, redness, tearing, blurred vision, and/or swelling.
SKIN - Contact with skin can cause irritation, (minor itching, burning and/or redness), Dermatitis, defatting may be readily
absorbed through the skin.
INHALATION - Inhalation of vapors can cause nasal and respiratory irritation, dizziness, weakness, fatigue, nausea,
headache, possible unconsciousness and/or asphyxiation. Aspiration of material into lungs may result in chemical
pneumonitis which can be fatal. May be toxic.
INGESTION - Ingestion can cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea.
CHRONIC EFFECTS:
Overexposure to this material has apparently been known to cause the following effects in lab animals: liver, kidney, lung,
blood, and central nervous system damage. May cause skin and/or respiratory sensitization
CARCINOGENIC YES X NO TOLUENE STATEMENT: Prolonged breathing of 2,000
TERATOGEN YES X NO ppm Toluene by pregnant rats was toxic to their fetuses
MUTAGEN YES X NO (reduced body weight, delayed ossification, skeletal
variations), but was not teratogenic. (API Study, 1986)
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ISOCYANATE WARNING:
ALIPHATIC POLYISOCYANATE OR POLYMERIC ISOPHORONE DIISOCYANATE OR POLYISOCYANATE:
Repeated exposure may cause allergic skin rash, itching, swelling. Repeated overexposure to isocyanates may cause lung
injury, including a decrease in lung function, which may be permanent. Overexposure may cause asthma-like reactions with
shortness of breath, wheezing, cough which may be permanent or permanent lung sensitization. This effect may be delayed for
several hours after exposure. Individuals with preexisting lung disease, asthma or breathing difficulties may have increased
susceptibility to the toxicity of excessive exposure.
Isophorone Diisocyanate: May cause temporary upper respiratory and/or lung irritation with cough, difficult breathing, or
shortness of breath. Overexposure may cause asthma-like reactions with shortness of breath, wheezing, cough or permanent
lung sensitization. This effect may be delayed for several hours after exposure. Prolonged skin contact may cause chemical
burns. Liquid splashes in the eye may result in chemical burns. Individuals with preexisting lung disease, asthma or breathing
difficulties may have increased susceptibility to the toxicity of excessive exposures.
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ROUTES OF EXPOSURE: Inhalation, skin
FIRST AID:
INHALATION -If inhaled, remove victim from exposure to well ventilated area. Make him/her comfortably warm,
but not hot. Use oxygen or artificial respiration as required. Consult a physician.
SKIN - For skin contact, wash promptly with soap and excess water. Consult a physician.
EYES - For eye contact, flush promptly with excess water. Consult a physician.
INGESTION - If ingested, do not induce vomiting. Call a physician immediately.
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SECTION VI - REACTIVITY DATA
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STABILITY: stable
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Open flames, sparks, heat, electrical and static discharge.
INCOMPATIBILITY MATERIALS TO AVOID: Strong acids, alkalis, oxidizers.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Unknown other than Carbon Dioxide, Carbon Monoxide and Carbon
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur.
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SECTION VII - SPILL AND DISPOSAL PROCEDURE
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SPILLS, LEAK OR RELEASE: Ventilate area. Remove all possible sources of ignition. Avoid prolonged breathing of
vapor. Contain spill with inert absorbent. Pour decontamination fluid over spill. Typical decontamination solutions are: 20%
Tergitol TMN10, 80% water or 0-10% Ammonia, 2-5% detergent, balance water. For large spills, it may be necessary to use a
respirator to keep exposure levels below TLV/PEL limits
WASTE DISPOSAL: Dispose of in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
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SECTION VIII - PROTECTION INFORMATION
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RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: If TLV/PEL limits are exceeded, use NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator to remove
vapors. Use an air supplied respirator if necessary. For isocyanates, use TC-19C positive pressure supplied respirator or
equivalent.
VENTILATION: Use adequate ventilation in volume and pattern to keep TLV/PEL below recommended levels. Explosion-
proof ventilation may be required.
PROTECTIVE GLOVES: To prevent prolonged exposure, use rubber gloves, solvents may be absorbed through the skin.
EYE PROTECTION: Safety Glasses or goggles with splash guards or side shields.
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Wear protective clothing as required to prevent skin contact.
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SECTION IX - HANDLING AND STORAGE PRECAUTIONS
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STORAGE AND HANDLING: Use with adequate ventilation. Harmful or fatal if swallowed! Extremely flammable.
Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Avoid breathing vapors. May cause lung irritation and allergic respiratory reaction. Do not
store the product above 100oF/38oC. Do not flame, cut, braze weld or melt empty containers. Keep the product away from
heat, open flame, and other sources of ignition. Avoid contact with strong acids, alkalis and oxidizers.
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SECTION X - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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SHIPPING INFORMATION: Please comply with DOT regulations in USA
HMIS RATING: Health 3 4 = Extreme
Fire 2 3 = High
Reactivity 1 2 = Moderate
Personal Protection - See Section VIII 1 = Slight
0 = Insignificant
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65:
WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
SECTION 313 SUPPLIER NOTIFICATION:
This product contains the following toxic chemicals subject to the reporting requirements of the Emergency Planning and
Community Right-To-Know Act of 1986 and 40 CFR 372:
CHEMICAL NAME CAS # PERCENT BY WEIGHT
Toluene 108-88-3 15-25%
Xylene 1330-20-7 15-25%
Ethyl Benzene 100-41-4 1-5%
THIS INFORMATION MUST BE INCLUDED IN ALL MSDS's THAT ARE COPIED AND DISTRIBUTED FOR THIS
CHEMICAL
DO NOT FLAME CUT, WELD, OR MELT EMPTY CONTAINERS
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ABBREVIATIONS:
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IARC = International Agency for Research N/AV = Not Available
on Cancer
ACGIH = American Conference of Governmental N/AP = Not Applicable
Industrial Hygienists
NIOSH = National Institute of Occupational N/E = Not Established
Safety and Health
DOT = Department of Transportation NTP = National Toxicology Program
TLV = Threshold Limit Value PEL = Permissible Emission Level
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REFERENCES
1. ACGIH. Threshold Limit Values and Biological Exposure Indices for
1988-89
2. Material Safety Data Sheets of raw materials
3. Dangerous Properties of Industrial Materials, 7th Edition, N. Irving Sax and Richard J. Lewis.
PREPARED BY: MORTON PAINT COMPANY
U S Chemical & Plastics
Alco Industries Companies
600 NOVA DRIVE SE
MASSILLON, OH 44646
(330) 830-6000
DATE REVIEWED: September 11, 2008
DATE REVISED: September 11, 2008
REVISION: Section II, X
The information in the Material Safety Data Sheet has been compiled from our experience and data presented in various technical
publications. It is the user's responsibility to determine the suitability of this information for the adoption of the safety precautions as
may be necessary. We reserve the right to revise Material Safety Data Sheets from time to time as new technical information becomes
available. The user has the responsibility to contact the Company to make sure that the sheet is the latest one issued.
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