Material Safety Data Sheet
Gutta Percha Points
MSDS, Rev. 0
Last revised: February -2007
Approved for Use: February -2007
1. Chemical product and company identification
Product Name: Gutta Percha Points
Company Name: Premier Dental Products Company
1710 Romano Drive
Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462 USA
Tel: 610-239-6000
Fax: 610-239-6171
Emergency Tel: 610-239-6000
2. Hazardous Ingredients/Identity Information
Raw Material CAS Risk Symbol Warning of Risk
Gutta Percha 9000-32-2 N/A N/A
Zinc Oxide 1314-13-2 N/A Can be toxic to human being and
environmental if it is not used according
to the recommendation.
Barium Sulfate 7727-43-7 N/A Avoid contact and inhalation.
Polyethylene Glycol 25322-68-3 N/A Can cause light irritation to the
eyes. Long contact and under clothes
moistened with the product can cause
irritation and light discomfort.
Stearic Acid 57-11-4 N/A Single exposure to vapors or mist is not
likely to be hazardous.
Prolonged/repeated contact may cause
irritation in some individuals. Contact
with eyes may cause light eye irritation.
Not expected to be toxic by ingestion.
3. Hazards Identification
Routes of Entry: Possible by ingestion
Acute and Chronic Effects: None known.
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure: None known.
Medical Conditions Generally
Aggravated by Exposure: None known
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4. First Aid Measures
None required
5. Fire Fighting Measures
Flammable (Explosive Limits): Not established
Extinguishing Media: CO2 water, even chemical and foam
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Overexposure to thermal decomposition presents
a health hazard. Firemen should wear approved
self contained breathing apparatus when fighting
fire.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: None expected
6. Accidental Release Measures
Steps to be taken in case material
is released or spilled: Sweep, shovel or vacuum into container for
disposal.
7. Handling and storage
Precautions to be taken
in Handling: Avoid prolonged exposure to natural light and
above 37癈/98.6癋.
Precautions to be taken
in Storage: Store away from oxidizing agents.
8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Exposures Limits:
Chemical Name PEL TLV
Gutta Percha N/D N/D
5 mg/m3
Zinc Oxide N/D
Barium Sulfate N/D N/D
Polyethylene Glycol N/D N/D
Stearic Acid N/D N/D
Respiratory Protection: None required
Ventilation: N/A
Protective gloves: N/A
Eye Protection: Goggles with side shields for lab work.
Other protective Clothing
Or Equipment Common uniform
Work/Hygienic Practices: Observe standard good personal hygiene, same as
working with therapeutic products.
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9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance and Odor: Pink conical points, no odor or taste.
Boiling Point: N/A
Vapor Pressure: N/A
Vapor Density: N/A
Solubility in water: No
Approx. 2.7g/cm3
Specific Gravity:
Melting Point: Softens at 80篊/176癋
Evaporation Rate: N/A
10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability: Stable
Conditions to avoid: Natural light, excessive heat and humidity.
Incompatibility with other Materials: Strong Oxidants
Hazardous Decompositions or Byproducts: CO, CO2, Hydrocarbons and zinc fumes.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Conditions to avoid (Polymerization) None
OSHA ?Occupational Safety and Health Administration
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NTP ?National Toxicology Program
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Legend:
N篊AS Chemical Abstract Service Registry Number
PEL Permissible Exposure Limit
TLV Threshold Limit Value
N/A Not applicable
N/D Not disposable
Legal Disclaimer: The above information is believed to be correct, but does not purport to
be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. This company shall
not be held liable for any damage resulting from the handling or from
contact with the above product.