MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
SECTION I: PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT NAME: Powercrete PW Part A
CHEMICAL/FAMILY NAME: Epoxy resin
PRODUCT TYPE: Liquid epoxy resins blended with fillers and pigments
MANUFACTURER: Berry Plastics
DIVISION: Corrosion Protection Group
ADDRESS: 11010 Wallisville Road,
Houston, TX, 77013
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER: CHEMTREC 1-800-424-9300
OTHER TECHNICAL/HEALTH/SAFETY INFORMATION: (713) 676-0085
Health 2
Flammability 1
Reactivity 0
Protective
X
Equipment
SECTION II - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
Specific Chemical Name:
1. Oxirane, (Chloromethyl)-, Polymer with .Alpha.-Hydro-.Omega.-Hydroxypoly{Oxy(Methyl-
1,2-Ethanediyl)}
CAS Number: 9072-62-2
Common Name: Polypropyleneglycol Glycidyl Ether
Exposure Limits:
OSHA PEL: Not established
ACGIH TLV: Not established
Carcinogenicity: This chemical has not been reviewed for carcinogenicity
by NTP, IARC, or OSHA.
2. Phenol, 4,4'-(1-Methylethylidene) Bis-, Polymer with (Chloromethyl) Oxirane
CAS Number: 25068-38-6
Common Name: Bisphenol A Diglycidyl Ether
Exposure Limits:
OSHA PEL: Not established
ACGIH TLV: Not established
Carcinogenicity: This chemical has not been reviewed for
carcinogenicity by NTP, IARC, or OSHA.
3. Phenol, 4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-, Polymer with (Chloromethyl) Oxirane and 4,4'-(1-
Methylethylidene) Bis (Phenol)
CAS Number: 67924-34-9
Common Name: Bisphenol A Epoxy Resin
Exposure Limits:
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OSHA PEL: Not established
ACGIH TLV: Not established
Carcinogenicity: This chemical has not been reviewed for carcinogenicity
by NTP, IARC, or OSHA.
SECTION III - PHYSICAL DATA
Appearance and Odor: Black or tan, very viscous liquid, slight odor.
Boiling Point: Greater than 392篎 (200篊).
Percent Volatile: Nil.
Solubility in Water: Negligible.
Specific Gravity: 1.85 at 77篎 (25篊).
SECTION IV - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash Point: Greater than 200篎 (93篊) closed cup.
Extinguishing Media: Carbon dioxide, foam, dry chemical, water spray.
Fire Fighting Procedures - Special: Use self-contained breathing apparatus.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Decomposition and combustion products may be toxic.
SECTION V - REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Stable.
Conditions to Avoid: Open flames and elevated temperature.
Incompatibility: Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, aldehydes, acids.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Materials to Avoid: Strong acids or bases in bulk.
SECTION VI - HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Primary Routes of Exposure: Dermal.
Oral LD50: (Rat) Greater than 4 g/kg.
Dermal LD50: (Rabbit) Greater than 2 g/kg.
Skin Irritation: (Rabbit) Irritant.
Eye Irritation: (Rabbit) Slight irritation.
Sensitization: Moderate sensitizer.
Overexposure Effects: Irritation, sensitization, dermatitis.
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: Eye disorders, allergy, eczema, or skin conditions.
Emergency and First Aid Procedures:
Eyes: Immediately flush eyes with large amounts of running water for at least 15 minutes.
Hold eyelids apart to ensure rinsing of the entire eye surface and lids with water.
Get immediate medical attention.
Skin: Wash with large amounts of running water and soap for at least 15 minutes.
Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Get immediate medical attention.
Discard or decontaminate clothing before reuse and destroy contaminated shoes.
Ingestion: Immediately give at least 3-4 glasses of water, but do not induce vomiting. If
vomiting occurs, give water again. Do not give anything by mouth to an
unconscious or convulsing person. Get immediate medical attention. Have
physician determine whether vomiting or stomach evacuation is necessary.
Inhalation: Remove from area to fresh air and provide oxygen. Get immediate medical
attention. Other: Promptly remove wet contaminated non-impervious clothing,
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wash before reuse.
SECTION VII - SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
Spill Procedures: Absorb with sand or other absorbent material. Shovel into closable
containers for disposal. Wear protective equipment specified below. Flush
contaminated area with water. Dispose in accordance with Federal, State,
and local regulations.
Waste Disposal Methods: Polymerize in bucket. Add 6 parts of Powercrete-PW Part B to each 100
parts of Powercrete-PW Part A by weight and thoroughly mix. Set
outdoors until the mixture is set up and cooled down, dispose in
accordance with Federal, State, and local regulations.
SECTION VIII - SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Ventilation: Good general mechanical ventilation and local exhaust.
Protective Gloves: Wear impervious gloves.
Eye Protection: Wear splash-proof chemical goggles.
Respiratory Protection: Organic chemical cartridge respirator, if needed.
Other Protective Equipment: Wear appropriate equipment to prevent eye or skin contact. Use of
barrier cream recommended.
SECTION IX - SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Emergency Overview: WARNING!
Causes irritation, can cause sensitization and allergic skin reaction.
Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing.
Avoid breathing vapor, mist, or spray.
Use only with good ventilation. Individuals should wash thoroughly after handling.
Store in cool, dry area in closed containers.
Contaminated leather articles, including shoes, cannot be decontaminated and should be destroyed
to prevent reuse.
FOR INDUSTRIAL USE ONLY.
SECTION X - REGULATORY INFORMATION
OSHA Status: This Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) has been prepared in compliance with the
Federal OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200. This product is
considered to be a hazardous chemical under that standard.
TSCA Inventory Status: Chemical components listed on TSCA Inventory.
TSCA 12(b) Export Notification: This product contains chemical(s) which is (are) regulated by TSCA
12(b) Regulation and it is required that proper export notification shall be sent to EPA prior
to shipping out of the United States of America.
CAS Number: 001675-54-3 Chemical
Name: Bisphenol A Diglycidyl Ether
SARA Title III: Section 313 - Toxic Chemicals: This product does not contain a toxic chemical for
routine annual `Toxic Chemical Release Reporting' under Sec. 313 (40 CFR 372).
RCRA: Not a hazardous waste under RCRA (40 CFR 261).
CERCLA: Not listed.
Canadian Inventory Status (CEPA): All components included on the Domestic Substances List
(DSL).
New Jersey Right-to-Know: The following is required composition information:
CAS Number: 25068-38-6
Chemical Name: Phenol, 4,4'-(1-Methylethylidene) Bis-, Polymer with (Chloromethyl) Oxirane
Pennsylvania Right-to-Know: The following is required composition information:
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CAS Number : 25068-38-6
Chemical Name: Phenol, 4,4'-(1-Methylethylidene) Bis-, Polymer with (Chloromethyl) Oxirane
Common Name: Bisphenol A Diglycidyl Ether
Comment: Not on Pennsylvania Hazardous Substance List.
PREPARATION INFORMATION
DATE OF ISSUE: June 7, 2008 SUPERSEDES: July 3, 2006
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disclaims any liability in connection with its use. Berry Plastics obligation shall be only as set forth
in Berry Plastics standard terms and conditions of sale for this product. In no case will Berry
Plastics be liable for any incidental, indirect or consequential damages arising out of the sale,
resale, use or misuse of the product.
The information presented herein was prepared at Berry Plastics by qualified technical personnel,
and to our knowledge it is true and accurate. The information and recommendations are furnished
for this product with the understanding that the purchaser will independently determine the
suitability of the product for this purpose. The data do not constitute a warranty, expressed or
implied, statutory or otherwise, nor are they a representation for which Berry Plastics assumes legal
responsibility. The data are submitted for the user's information and consideration only. Any use of
this product must be determined by the user to be in accordance with the applicable federal, state,
and local laws and regulations.
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