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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
SECTION 1 PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT
Product name: Silicone Viscosity Standards (5 cSt to 100,000 cSt)
Alternate description/ brand: RT5, RT10, RT50, RT100, RT500, RT1000, RT5000, RT12500,
RT30000, RT60000, RT100000
Dow Corning 200?Fluids
Product description: Colorless silicone fluid
Product code: 9727-Z10, 9727-Z14, 9727-Z18, 9727-Z22, 9727-Z26, 9727-Z30, 9727-Z34, 9727-Z38,
9727-Z42, 9727-Z46, 9727-Z50
Intended use: Rotational viscometer viscosity calibration standards
COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Supplier: Cannon Instrument Company
2139 High Tech Road
State College, Pennsylvania 16803
Product Technical Information: (814) 353-8000
Product MSDS Information: (814) 353-8000
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER:
24-Hour Transportation Emergency: (800) 255-3924 Domestic CHEM-TEL Inc.
24-Hour Health Emergency: +1 (813) 248-0585 Overseas CHEM-TEL Inc. (please call collect)
SECTION 2 COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
? OSHA Hazardous Substance(s) or Complex Substance(s)
None present. This is not a hazardous substance as defined in the OSHA Hazard Communication
Standard
SECTION 3 HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE:
Acute effects
Eye: Direct contact mat cause temporary redness and discomfort.
Skin: No significant irritation expected from a single short-term exposure
Inhalation: No significant effects expected from a single short-term exposure
Oral: Low ingestion hazard in normal use
Prolonged/ repeated exposure effects
This information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process. The information
and recommendations contained herein is compiled from suppliers' MSDS and are accurate and reliable to the best of Cannon Instrument Company's knowledge and belief as of the
indicated revision date. No representation, warranty or guarantee, however, is made with regards to accuracy, reliability or completeness. Conditions of use of the material are under
the control of the user; therefore, it is the user's responsibility to determine the suitability and completeness of such information for any specific conditions/ use.
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Skin: No known applicable information
Inhalation: No known applicable information
Oral: No known applicable information
Signs and symptoms of overexposure:
No known applicable information
Medical conditions aggravated by exposure
No known applicable information
NFPA HAZARD ID: Health: 0 Flammability: 1 Reactivity: 0
(National Fire Protection Association)
NOTE: This material should not be used for any other purpose than the intended use in Section 1 without expert
advice. Health studies have shown that chemical exposure may cause potential human health risks which may
vary from person to person
SECTION 4 FIRST AID MEASURES
INHALATION No first aid should be needed
SKIN CONTACT No first aid should be needed
EYE CONTACT Immediately flush with water
INGESTION No first aid should be needed
NOTE TO PHYSICIAN Treat symptomatically
SECTION 5 FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Appropriate extinguishing media: On large fires, use dry chemical, foam or water spray. On small
fires, use carbon dioxide (CO2), dry chemical or water spray. Water can be used to cool fire
exposed containers
FIRE FIGHTING
Fire fighting instructions: Self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing should be
worn in fighting large fires involving chemicals. Determine the need to evacuate or isolate the area
according to your local emergency plan. Use water spray to keep the exposed containers cool.
Unusual fire hazards: None identified
Hazardous combustion products: Thermal breakdown of this product during fire or very high heat
conditions may evolve the following hazardous decomposition products: Carbon oxides and
traces of incompletely burned carbon compounds. Silicon dioxide. Formaldehyde
FLAMMABILITY PROPERTIES
This information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process. The information
and recommendations contained herein is compiled from suppliers' MSDS and are accurate and reliable to the best of Cannon Instrument Company's knowledge and belief as of the
indicated revision date. No representation, warranty or guarantee, however, is made with regards to accuracy, reliability or completeness. Conditions of use of the material are under
the control of the user; therefore, it is the user's responsibility to determine the suitability and completeness of such information for any specific conditions/ use.
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Flash point 癈 (癋) [method]: 214 oF/ 101 oC (minimum) to 610 oF/ 321.1 oC
Flammable limits (approx. Volume % in air) ?not determined
Autoignition temperature 癈 (癋): not determined
SECTION 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
CONTAINMENT/ CLEANUP
Determine whether to evacuate or isolate the area according to your local emergency plan.
Observe all personal protection equipment recommendations described in sections 5 and 6
(below). For large spills, provide diking or other appropriate containment to keep material from
spreading. If diked material can be pumped, store recovered material in an appropriate container.
Clean up remaining materials from spill with suitable absorbent. Clean area as appropriate, since
some silicone materials, even in small quantities, may present a slip hazard. Final cleaning may
require the use of steam, solvents or detergents. Dispose of saturated absorbent or cleaning
materials appropriately, since spontaneous heating may occur. Local, state and federal laws and
regulations may apply to releases and disposal of this material, as well as those materials and
items used in the cleanup of releases. You will need to determine which federal, state and local
regulations are applicable. See sections 13 and 15 of this MSDS.
PRSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR SPILLS
Eyes: Use proper protection ?safety glasses as a minimum
Skin: Washing at mealtime and end-of-shift is adequate
Inhalation: No respiratory protection should be needed
Precautionary measures: Avoid eye contact. Use reasonable care
Comments:
When heated to temperatures above 150 degrees centigrade in the presence of air, product can
form formaldehyde vapors. Formaldehyde is a potential cancer hazard, a known skin and
respiratory sensitizer, and an irritant to the eyes, nose, throat, skin and digestive system. Safe
handling conditions can be maintained by keeping vapor concentrations within the OSHA
Permissible Exposure Limit for formaldehyde.
SECTION 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING
Use with adequate ventilation
STORAGE
Use reasonable care and store away from oxidizing materials
SECTION 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
EXPOSURE LIMIT VALUES
There are no components with workplace exposure limits
This information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process. The information
and recommendations contained herein is compiled from suppliers' MSDS and are accurate and reliable to the best of Cannon Instrument Company's knowledge and belief as of the
indicated revision date. No representation, warranty or guarantee, however, is made with regards to accuracy, reliability or completeness. Conditions of use of the material are under
the control of the user; therefore, it is the user's responsibility to determine the suitability and completeness of such information for any specific conditions/ use.
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ENGINEERING CONTROLS
General ventilation is recommended. No local exhaust ventilation should be needed
PERSONAL PROTECTION
Personal protective equipment selections vary based on potential exposure conditions such as
applications, handling practices, concentration and ventilation. Information on the selection of
protective equipment for use with this material, as provided below, is based upon intended,
normal usage.
Respiratory Protection:
No respiratory protection should be needed
Hand Protection:
No special protection needed
Eye Protection:
Use proper protection ?safety glasses as a minimum
Skin and Body Protection:
Any specific clothing information provided is based on published literature or manufacturer data.
The types of clothing to be considered for this material include:
Specific Hygiene Measures:
Washing at mealtime and end-of-shift is adequate
Note: These precautions are for room temperature handling. Use at elevated temperatures or aerosol/ spray
applications may require added precautions. For further information regarding aerosol inhalation toxicity,
please refer to the guidance document regarding the use of silicone-based materials in aerosol
applications that has been developed by the silicone industry (www.SEHSC.com).
http://www.sehsc.com/PDFs/Guidance%20for%20Aerosol%20Applications-Sep%2001.pdf
SECTION 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Typical physical and chemical properties are given below. Consult the Cannon Instrument Company as
indicated in Section 1 for additional data.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Physical state: Liquid
Form: Liquid
Color: Colorless
Odor: odorless (lower viscosity grades) to characteristic odor
Odor threshold: not available
IMPORTANT HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION
Specific Gravity @ 25oC: 0.915 (lowest viscosity grade) to 0.97 (higher viscosity grades)
Bulk density g/cc: not available
Density, kg/m3 (lbs./gal.): not available
This information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process. The information
and recommendations contained herein is compiled from suppliers' MSDS and are accurate and reliable to the best of Cannon Instrument Company's knowledge and belief as of the
indicated revision date. No representation, warranty or guarantee, however, is made with regards to accuracy, reliability or completeness. Conditions of use of the material are under
the control of the user; therefore, it is the user's responsibility to determine the suitability and completeness of such information for any specific conditions/ use.
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Flash point 癈 (癋) [method]: 214 oF/ 101 oC (minimum) to 610 oF/ 321.1 oC
Flammable limits (approx. Volume % in air) - not available
Ignition temperature (polymers) 癈 (癋): not available
Autoignition temperature 癈 (癋): not available
Boiling point/range 癈 (癋): >35oC/ 95oF; >273oC/ 523oF for 100,000 cSt grade
Vapor density @ 101 kPa (air =1): not available
Vapor pressure @ 20癈, kPa (mm Hg): not available
Evaporation rate (n-butyl acetate =1): not available
pH: not available
Log Pow (n-Octanol/water partition coefficient): not available
Solubility in water (20 癈): not available
Viscosity: 5 cSt to 100,000 cSt ?see product specification for each grade
OTHER INFORMATION
Freezing point 癈 (癋): not available
Melting Point 癈 (癋): not available
Pour point 癈 (癋): not available
Molecular weight: not available
Hygroscopic: not available
Coefficient of thermal expansion: not available
SECTION 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABILITY: Stable
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: None
MATERIALS TO AVOID: Oxidizing materials can cause a reaction
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Formaldehyde may be formed at elevated temperatures.
See section 6.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Hazardous polymerization will not occur
SECTION 11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Special hazard information on components
No known applicable information
SECTION 12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Environmental fate and distribution
Air: This product is a high molecular weight liquid polymer which has a very low vapor pressure
(<1mm Hg). As a result, it is unlikely to become an atmospheric contaminant unless
generated as an aerosol
This information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process. The information
and recommendations contained herein is compiled from suppliers' MSDS and are accurate and reliable to the best of Cannon Instrument Company's knowledge and belief as of the
indicated revision date. No representation, warranty or guarantee, however, is made with regards to accuracy, reliability or completeness. Conditions of use of the material are under
the control of the user; therefore, it is the user's responsibility to determine the suitability and completeness of such information for any specific conditions/ use.
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Water: This product has very low water solubility (<100ppb). As it has a specific gravity of <1, if
discharged to water, it will initially form a surface film. As the product is non-volatile and
has a high binding affinity for particulate matter, it will absorb to particulates and sediment
out.
Soil: If discharged to surface water, this product will bind to sediment. If discharged in effluent
to a waste water treatment plant, the product is removed from the aqueous phase by
binding to sewage sludge. If the sewage sludge is subsequently spread on soil, the
silicone product is expected to degrade.
Degradation: This product, polydimethylsiloxane, degrades in soil abiotically to form smaller
molecules. These in turn are either biodegraded in soil or volatilized into the air where they
are broken down in the presence of sunlight. Under appropriate conditions, the ultimate
degradation products are inorganic silica, carbon dioxide and water vapor. Due to the very
low water solubility of this product, standard OECD protocols for ready and inherent
biodegradability are not suitable for measuring the biodegradability of this product. The
product is removed >80% during the sewage treatment process.
Environmental effects
Toxicity to water organisms: Based on analogy to similar materials, this product is
expected to exhibit low toxicity to aquatic organisms
Toxicity to soil organisms: Experiments show that when sewage sludge containing
polydimethylsiloxane is added to soil, it has no effect on soil micro-organisms, earthworms
or subsequent crops grown in the soil
Bioaccumulation: This product is a liquid and is a high molecular weight polymer. Due to its
physical state it is unable to pass through or be absorbed by biological membranes. This
has been confirmed by testing or analogy with similar products
Fate and effects in water treatment plants
This product or similar products have been shown to be non-toxic to sewage sludge bacteria
SECTION 13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
When a decision is made to discard this material, it is not considered a hazardous waste (RCRA Hazard Class
(40 CFR 261)
State or local laws may impose additional regulatory requirements regarding disposal
SECTION 14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Note: The information provided below may not apply to all shipping situations. Consult appropriate
Dangerous Goods Regulations for additional requirements and mode-specific, material-specific, or
quantity-specific shipping requirements.
This information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process. The information
and recommendations contained herein is compiled from suppliers' MSDS and are accurate and reliable to the best of Cannon Instrument Company's knowledge and belief as of the
indicated revision date. No representation, warranty or guarantee, however, is made with regards to accuracy, reliability or completeness. Conditions of use of the material are under
the control of the user; therefore, it is the user's responsibility to determine the suitability and completeness of such information for any specific conditions/ use.
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United States Department of Transportation (US DOT):
UN/ID# Proper Shipping Name Class/Division Hazard Label(s) Packing Group
Not Regulated As A Hazardous Material Or Dangerous Good For This Mode of Transportation.
International Air Transport Association (IATA):
UN/ID# Proper Shipping Name Class/Division Hazard Label(s) Packing Group
Not Regulated As A Hazardous Material Or Dangerous Good For This Mode of Transportation.
SECTION 15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION STANDARD: When used for its intended purposes, this material is not
classified as hazardous in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR
1910.1200.
NATIONAL CHEMICAL INVENTORY LISTING:
This product, and/ or its constituents, is listed on the US
EPA/ TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) Inventory
COMMUNITY RTK:
Chemical Name CAS Number Typical Value Component TPQ Product TPQ
Polydimethylsiloxane 63148-62-9 >60% Not applicable Not applicable
California Proposition 65: California Proposition 65 requires that listed substances bear the warning: This
product contains the following chemical(s) listed by the state of California under the Safe Drinking Water and toxic
Enforcement Act of 1986 (Proposition 65) as being known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive
harm.
This product contains no chemicals listed under California Proposition 65
Section 304 CERCLA HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES:
This product contains no chemicals that are classified as hazardous under SARA 312
SARA (311/312) REPORTABLE HAZARD CATEGORIES:
This product contains no chemicals that are classified as hazardous under SARA 312
SARA (313) TOXIC RELEASE INVENTORY:
This product contains no chemicals that are regulated under SARA 313
International chemical inventories and hazard classifications
This information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process. The information
and recommendations contained herein is compiled from suppliers' MSDS and are accurate and reliable to the best of Cannon Instrument Company's knowledge and belief as of the
indicated revision date. No representation, warranty or guarantee, however, is made with regards to accuracy, reliability or completeness. Conditions of use of the material are under
the control of the user; therefore, it is the user's responsibility to determine the suitability and completeness of such information for any specific conditions/ use.
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This product and/ or its components are on the Canadian Domestic Substance List/ NDSL, or are
otherwise in compliance with related regulations.
WHMIS Classifications (Canada):
This series of fluids is generally not controlled under provisions of WHMIS; however, the supplier
has recommended classification of several, based on the presence of a toxic substance (CAS#
556-67-2) at very low concentrations. Therefore, Silicone Viscosity Standards RT5000 and
RT12500 should be labeled/ annotated as follows:
D2A - Poisonous and infectious material - Other Effects ?Very Toxic Material
This product and/ or its components are on EINECS (European Inventory of Existing Chemical
Substances) and/ or ELINCS (European Library of Notified Chemical Substances), or is otherwise
in conformance with related EU directives/ regulations.
EU Hazard Classification, risk and safety phrases (Europe):
This series of fluids is generally not classified as dangerous according to EU directives and
regulations; however, the supplier has recommended classification of one of these products.
Therefore, Silicone Viscosity Standard RT100000 should be labeled/ annotated as follows:
S23: Do not breathe spray
S51: Use only in well-ventilated areas
SECTION 16 OTHER INFORMATION
THIS SAFETY DATA SHEET CONTAINS THE FOLLOWING REVISIONS:
Revision Summary:
?October 15, 2005 -- This MSDS has been fully reviewed and reformatted to conform to changes
in standard format
?February 27, 2007: Added Canadian and European classification and labeling information,
based on current regulations and/or recommendations from suppliers (see Section 15)
?May 2, 2007: Updated and standardized format of Transport Information (see Section 14)
NOTES:
This information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process. The information
and recommendations contained herein is compiled from suppliers' MSDS and are accurate and reliable to the best of Cannon Instrument Company's knowledge and belief as of the
indicated revision date. No representation, warranty or guarantee, however, is made with regards to accuracy, reliability or completeness. Conditions of use of the material are under
the control of the user; therefore, it is the user's responsibility to determine the suitability and completeness of such information for any specific conditions/ use.
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