Initial Preparation Date: 9/24/98
Effective Date: 2/6/06
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
PRODUCT IDENTITY: HERCULINERTM PROTECTIVE COATING
1. SUPPLIER
OLD WORLD INDUSTRIES, INC.
4065 COMMERCIAL AVENUE
NORTHBROOK, ILLINOIS 60062
PHONE: 847/559-2000
EMERGENCY PHONE: 800/424-9300 or 703/527-3887 (CHEMTREC.)
2. INGREDIENTS
Hazardous Components CAS No. OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV STEL % Max.
Xylene 1330-20-7 100 ppm 100 ppm 200 ppm 32
NOTE: See Section 11 ?Possible Reporting Criteria
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
NFPA Hazard Rating System
Health: 0 Flammability: 3 Reactivity: 0
KEY: 1 = Slight 2 = Moderate 3 = High 4 = Extreme
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HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Route(s) of Entry:
Inhalation: Moderate
Skin: Low
Ingestion: Low
Eyes: Moderate
Health Hazards (Acute and Chronic):
Ingestion: Will cause severe distress in mouth and throat
Inhalation: Vapors can cause respiratory irritation
Skin Contact: May cause blistering on contact
Eye Contact: Can cause blistering and severe pain
Carcinogenicity:
NTP: No
IARC Monographs: No
OSHA Regulated: No
ACGIH 1987-88: No
Medical Conditions
Aggravated by Exposure: None known
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
INGESTION: Get medical attention immediately. Do not induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person.
INHALATION: Remove from contaminated area. Contact physician immediately.
SKIN CONTACT: Wipe with dry cloth or paper. Clean with solvent.
EYE CONTACT: Flush with large amounts of water as quickly as possible. Get medical attention quickly.
Continue flushing until help arrives.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash Point (Method Used): 81癋 (TCC)
Flammable Limits: 1.0
UEL: 7.0
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Vapors can form explosive mixtures with air. Vapors are heavier
than air and will flow along surface to distant ignition sources and flash back.
UNUSUAL FIRE FIGHTING HAZARD: Keep away from heat, sources of ignition, oxidizers.
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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED
Small Spills: Absorb on suitable material (vermiculite, saw dust, sand). Sweep up.
Large Spills: Contain spill; absorb on vermiculite or sand; shovel up and send to registered
landfill.
Waste Disposal Method: Contact local authorities for disposal rules.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Keep container closed when not in use. Clean up all spills promptly.
Keep out of the reach of children.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Respiratory Protection: Organic vapor filter suggested.
Ventilation: Maintain air movement.
Protective Gloves: Solvent and chemical resistant required.
Eye Protection: Plastic eye protection REQUIRED.
Other Protective
Clothing or Equipment: Boots suggested.
Work / Hygienic Practices: Wash Hands After Handling.
Application: Follow instructions; do not overuse product. Follow label directions.
9. PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Boiling Point, Initial: 138?F
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): 8 to 9 @ 25?C
Vapor Density (Air = 1): 3.0
pH: N/A
Solubility in Water: Forms solid gel
Appearance and Odor: Pigmented liquid, hydrocarbon
Specific Gravity (Water =1): 1.06 or 0.865 Xylene only
Melting Point: N/A
Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1): N/A
Flash Point: 81癋
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10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): Strong oxidizing agents, water
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Skin: Unknown
Ingestion: Unknown
Mutagenicity (The Effects On Genetic Material): Unknown
Significant Data With Possible Relevance To Humans: Unknown
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ENVIRONMENTAL FATE
Movement & Partitioning: Unknown
Degradation & Transformation: Unknown
Ecotoxicology: Unknown
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
RCRA #: Unknown
EPA #: Unknown
RECYCLABLE: Unknown
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT: (Highway &
UPS Ground) DOT Consumer Commodity Exemption (Part 172, 150)
Label's Required: Outer Packaging: "Consumer Commodity - ORM-D" and ISO orientation
arrows.
Pallets: If "Consumer Commodity" on outer packaging is visible labeling not
required. Otherwise label as "Consumer Commodity".
Container/Trailer: None required.
IATA (Air): IATA Limited Quantity Exemption (Part 2.8)
For Shipping of product 10 Liters and Under in one Package:
Packing Instruction Y309 (No UN Packaging Required).
Labels Required: Paint, Flammable Liquid, 3, ISO orientation arrows, shipper and consignee
information, and the statement "LTD. QTY".
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For Shipping of product over 10 Liters in one Package:
Packing Instruction 309 or 310 dependent aircraft type (UN Packaging
Required).
Labels Required: Paint, Flammable Liquid, 3, ISO orientation arrows (cargo only aircraft label if
applicable), shipper and consignee information.
IMDG (Ocean): IMDG Exemption for Limited Quantities (IMDG 18.3, 3.2.6)
Label's Required: Outer Packaging: (No requirements)
Pallets: Dangerous Goods in Limited Quantities (Class 3 Flammable)
Container: "Limited Quantities"
References:
Regulatory Standards: International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Codes, Amdt. 28-96.
International Air Transportation Association (IATA) (Per International Civil
Aviation Organization Technical Instructions) 39th Edition.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
SARA Title III Reporting Requirements:
Section 302 No
Section 311 Yes
Section 312 Yes
Section 313 NOT REQUIRED
CERCLA / RCRA Reporting Requirements:
CERCLA: REQUIRED
RCRA: REQUIRED
WHMIS: Yes
Biodegradability: Not Biodegradable
References:
Regulatory Standards: DOT Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations.
Superfund Amendment Reauthorization Act of 1986, Title III.
Toxic Substance Control
Act List (TSCA): Ingredients listed
Permissible Exposure
References: Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances
National Toxicology Programs (NTP) Report on Carcinogens
International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) Monographs
Occupational Safety & Health Regulations
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16. OTHER INFORMATION
Contact: Thomas Cholke Phone: (847) 559-2225
This information contained herein is based on data available to us and is believed to be correct. However, we
make no warranty, expressed or implied, regarding the accuracy of these data or the results to be obtained
from the use thereof. Vendor assumes no responsibility for injury from the use of the product described
herein.
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