Material Safety Data Sheet # 355
Hercules Chemical Company Inc.
111 South Street
Passaic NJ 07055-7398
Information Telephone: 1-800 221-9330
Internet: www.herchem.com
Transport Symbol
NFPA HMIS PPE
Preparation 1/15/09 Revision Date Revision Number 0
1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product Identity: Hercules Plumber's Caulk - Clear
Intended Use: Sealant
Formula: Mixture
Chemical Family/Use: Acrylic Latex Caulk
Manufacturer: Hercules Chemical Company Inc. Information Telephone: (800) 221-9330
111 South Street
Passaic, NJ 07055 Internet: http://www.herchem.com
Emergency Phone: CHEMTREC: (800) 424-9300
MSDS Date of Preparation: 1/15/09
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
This product is a clear paste with an ammonia odor.
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
CAUTION! Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. May cause adverse nerve and muscular effects. Refer to other
MSDS sections for detailed information.
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
INGESTION: May cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
SKIN: Can cause irritation and reddening of the skin.
INHALATION: Avoid inhalation of vapor or mist. Can irritate mucous membranes and respiratory tract with coughing
and shortness of breath. Symptoms of overexposure may be headache, dizziness, tiredness, nausea and vomiting.
EYES: Causes eye irritation.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED: None known.
SUBCHRONIC (TARGET ORGAN): None known.
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CHRONIC EFFECTS / CARCINOGENICITY: This product or one of its ingredients present at 0.1% or more is NOT
listed as a carcinogen or suspected carcinogen by NTP, IARC, or OSHA.
ROUTES OF EXPOSURE: Inhalation; Dermal; Eyes
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Component CAS No. WGT. %
A. HAZARDOUS
STODDARD SOLVENT 8052-41-3 1-5%
B. NON-HAZARDOUS
1,2-Propanediol 57-55-6 1-5%
Water 7732-18-5 30 - 60 %
Isopropyl-2,2-dimethyltrimethylene 6846-50-0 1-5%
diisobutyrate
Vendor Trade secret - Acrylic Polymer - 30 - 60 %
HMIS
Flammability: 0 Reactivity: 0 Health: 1
NFPA
Flammability: 0 Reactivity: 0 Health: 1
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
INGESTION: Do not induce vomiting. If victim is conscious, give 1-3 glasses of water to drink. Never give anything by
mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention if irritation persists.
SKIN: Wash off with soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation or symptoms develop.
INHALATION: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration using a barrier device. If
breathing is difficult give oxygen. Get medical attention.
EYES: In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and get medical attention if
irritation persists.
NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: Treatment is symptomatic and supportive.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FLASH POINT: > 93.3 癈; 200 癋
METHOD: estimated
IGNITION TEMPERATURE: Unknown
FLAMMABLE LIMITS IN AIR - LOWER (%): Unknown
FLAMMABLE LIMITS IN AIR - UPPER (%): Unknown
SENSITIVITY TO MECHANICAL IMPACT: No
SENSITIVITY TO STATIC DISCHARGE: Sensitivity to static discharge is not expected.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: All standard extinguishing agents are suitable.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Firefighters must wear NIOSH/MSHA approved positive pressure self-
contained breathing apparatus with full face mask and full protective clothing.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Wipe, scrape or soak up in an inert material and put in a container for disposal. Wash walking surfaces with detergent and
water to reduce slipping hazard. Wear proper protective equipment as specified in the protective equipment section. Keep
out of water supplies and sewers.
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7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORAGE: Do not inhale vapors. Avoid contact with skin
and eyes. Avoid accidental ingestion of this material. Wash hands and face before eating, drinking, smoking, using toilet
facilities, or applying cosmetics. Keep container tightly closed. Keep away from children.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Eyewash stations; Showers.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: If exposure limits are exceeded or respiratory irritation is experienced, NIOSH/MSHA
approved respiratory protection should be worn. Supplied air respirators may be required for non-routine or emergency
situations. Respiratory protection must be provided in accordance with OSHA regulations (see 29CFR 1910.134).
PROTECTIVE GLOVES: Neoprene.
EYE AND FACE PROTECTION: Safety glasses with side-shields, Monogoggles
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Wear suitable protective clothing and eye/face protection.
Exposure Guidelines:
Component CAS RN PEL - OSHA TLV - ACGIH
STODDARD 8052-41-3 500ppm 100ppm
SOLVENT
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
100.00 癈; 212 癋
BOILING POINT - C & F:
Unknown
VAPOR PRESSURE (20 C) (MM HG):
Unknown
FREEZING POINT:
Paste
PHYSICAL STATE:
Ammonia
ODOR:
clear
COLOR:
1.05
SPECIFIC GRAVITY (WATER=1):
8.76
DENSITY:
Unknown
ACID / ALKALINITY (MEQ/G):
Unknown
pH:
Unknown
SOLUBILITY IN WATER (20 C):
Unknown
SOLUBILITY IN ORGANIC SOLVENT (STATE
SOLVENT):
34.3 g/L
VOC content :
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABILITY: Stable
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur.
HAZARDOUS THERMAL DECOMPOSITION / COMBUSTION PRODUCTS: Carbon dioxide (CO2); Carbon
monoxide; nitrogen oxides (NOx); Toxic monomer fumes.
INCOMPATIBILITY (MATERIALS TO AVOID): None known
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Unknown
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
HEALTH HAZARDS:
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ACUTE ORAL: NONE FOUND
ACUTE DERMAL: NONE FOUND
ACUTE INHALATION: NONE FOUND
OTHER: None.
MUTAGENICITY: Unknown
OTHER EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE: None known.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ECOTOXICITY: No data available
CHEMICAL FATE: No data available
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Disposal should be made in accordance with federal, state and local regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Transportation of Dangerous Goods Description:
DOT Not regulated
TDG Not regulated
MEX Not regulated
ICAO Not regulated
IATA Not regulated
IMDG/IMO Not regulated
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Inventories
No
Canada DSL Inventory
No
Canada NDSL Inventory
Yes
TSCA list
US Regulatory Information
SARA (311,312) HAZARD CLASS: Acute Health Hazard.
SARA (313) CHEMICALS: 75-21-8, Ethylene Oxide. 50-00-0, Formaldehyde.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65: WARNING! This product contains a chemical known in the State of California to
cause cancer.
75-21-8, Ethylene Oxide. 108-88-3, Toluene. 50-00-0, Formaldehyde. 123-91-1, 1, 4-Dioxane. 140-88-5, Ethyl Acrylate.
Canadian Regulatory Information
WHMIS HAZARD CLASS: D2B - Toxic Material Causing Other Toxic Effects
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16. OTHER INFORMATION
OTHER
Disclaimer
The information provided on this MSDS is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its
publication. The information given is designed only as a guide for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation,
disposal and release and is not to be considered as a warranty or quality specification. The information relates only to the
specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other material or in any
process, unless specified in the text.
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