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Accurate Energetic Systems, LLC
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
FLEXIBLE EXPLOSIVE SHEETS (PETN)
MSDS NO. 1002.019
HAZARD RATING: Health - 2 Flammability - 3 Reactivity - 4 Special - High Explosive
Component
SECTION I - MANUFACTURE'S INFORMATION
Manufacture/Distributor Name: Accurate Energetic Systems, LLC
Address: 5891 Highway 230 West, McEwen, TN 37101
Telephone Number: (931) 729-4207
Emergency Telephone Number: 1-800-255-3924
Date Prepared: 05/23/02 Supercedes: 04/20/01
SECTION II - CHEMICAL COMPOSITION
Component CAS # % OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV Other Limits
PETN 78-11-5 As required n/a n/a n/a
(pentaerythritol tetranitrate)
Nitrocellulose 9004-70-0 As required n/a n/a n/a
Acetyltri-n-butyl Citrate 77-90-7 As required n/a n/a n/a
DMDNB 3964-18-9 As required n/a n/a 0.15 mg/m3 PEL*
(2,3-dimethyl-2,3-dinitrobutane)
(* established by United States Army Center for Health Promotion and Preventive Medicine (USACHPPM)
NOTE: Hazard Class 1, Division 1; SCG "D"
NOTE: Materials in this product are subject to the reporting requirements of SARA, Title III, Section 313 as follows:
None
SECTION III - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL DATA
Boiling Point: n/a
Specific Gravity: 1.46
Melting Point: n/a
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): n/a
Vapor Density (Air = 1): n/a
Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1): n/a
Solubility In Water: None
Appearance And Odor: Varying lengths, widths, and thicknesses of resilient, flexible, rubber
consistency-like sheets with colors varying from green, white, and yellow. No
distinguishing odor.
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SECTION IV - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS
Flash Point: n/a
Flammable Limits: LEL n/a UEL n/a
Extinguishing Media: water deluge
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
Do not attempt to fight fires involving high explosives. Isolate area and immediately evacuate all personnel from
the area to a safe distance using as much protective cover as possible.
Unusual Fire And Explosion Hazards:
HIGH EXPLOSIVE!! Burning of large quantities of high explosives may transition from deflagration to
detonation with extremely violent results.
SECTION V - REACTIVITY/COMPATIBILITY DATA
Stability:
Stable under normal conditions. Avoid subjecting to heat, sparks, impact, friction, shearing, grinding, and
electrostatic discharge.
Incompatibility (materials to avoid):
Avoid alkalis, acids, and oxidants.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
During decomposition, emits toxic oxides of nitrogen.
Hazardous Polymerization:
Will not occur
SECTION VI - HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Routes Of Entry:
Eye? Unlikely
Inhalation? Yes (post-detonation fumes)
Skin? Yes (avoid skin contact)
Ingestion? Yes (improper personal hygiene practices)
Effects Of Over-Exposure:
Acute - Slight to serious effects
Chronic - Not fully known
Signs And Symptoms Of Exposure:
PETN can cause allergic skin reaction and eye irritation. Excessive exposure may cause headache, dizziness,
flushing of skin, vomiting, fall in blood pressure by vasodilation, and methemoglobinemia.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated By Exposure:
Cardiovascular disease and glaucoma. Personnel should be in generally good health
Emergency First Aid Procedures:
Eye - Flush with water for 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses prior to flushing, if applicable. Get
medical attention.
Inhalation - Remove to fresh air. Give oxygen if necessary. Get medical attention.
Skin - Wash with soap and warm water. Get medical attention for rash or irritation.
Ingestion - If conscious, drink large quantities of water and induce vomiting immediately. Contact a
physician or Poison Control Center immediately.
Other - Accidental detonation may result in severe personal injury. Provide first aid as applicable and
obtain medical attention immediately.
Carcinogenicity:
NTP? Not listed
IARC Monographs? Not listed
OSHA Regulated? Not listed
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SECTION VII - PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE
Steps To Follow If Material Is Spilled Or Released:
Remove all sources of ignition. Avoid any and all situations which could initiate the material, such as friction,
impact, heat, sparks, or electrostatic discharge. Sweep up spill with a soft bristle brush and a non-sparking pan or
shovel. Place material in a properly labeled storage container and store in an approved storage magazine for
further disposition.
Waste Disposal Method:
Dispose of in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
Precautions To Be Taken In Handling And Storage:
Handle with care. Store only in authorized High Explosives magazine with compatible material and away from all
sources of ignition and flammable materials. Do not store with Initiating (Primary) explosives.
Other Precautions:
Material should remain in original shipping container or equivalent for storage purposes.
SECTION VIII - PERSONAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Respirator Protection (Specify Type):
Under normal handling, none required.
Ventilation:
Local Exhaust - Under normal handling, none required.
Mechanical (General) - Under normal handling, none required.
Special - n/a
Other - n/a
Protective Gloves:
Impervious gloves are recommended.
Eye Protection:
Safety glasses or goggles that meet or exceed ANSI Z87.1 (latest revision)
Other Protective Clothing Or Equipment:
Cotton clothing (including undergarments); cotton coveralls or lab coat; conductive-soled footwear
Work/Hygienic Practices:
Wash hands thoroughly after handling; daily clothing change; daily shower; no eating or drinking in exposed
locations
SECTION IX - SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Precautions To Be Taken:
CAUTION: High explosives are extremely dangerous. The flexible explosive sheets must be handled only by
qualified personnel who are experienced and highly trained in the use of and familiar with the hazards inherent in
explosives. When the flexible explosive sheets are detonated or destructively tested, all personnel must be
protected from the effects of blast overpressure and secondary fragments. Allow the post detonation fumes and
dust to clear before entering the area. Explosives must be tested for compatibility with any materials which they
contact. Clean up any spills of material immediately. Proper housekeeping techniques must be maintained at all
times. Personnel handling the flexible explosive sheets should wash their hands before eating, drinking, or
smoking. Follow all safety regulations and precautions when handling, storing, or processing explosive material.
The information contained herein is believed to be accurate and represents the best information currently available.
Accurate Energetic Systems, LLC makes no warranties or guarantees with respect to the safety or suitability of this
product or the results obtained, either expressed or implied. Buyer and user assume any and all risk, responsibility,
and liability for any and all injury (including death), loss, or damage arising from usage.
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