Material Safety Data Sheet
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Section 1: Chemical Product and Company Identification
Date Prepared: 03/11/2002
Part Name: Polymethyl Methacrylate (PMMA)
Supplier: Bangs Laboratories, Inc. / a Division of Polysciences, Inc.
9025 Technology Drive
Fishers, Indiana 46038
Section 2: Composition / Information on Ingredients
Polymethyl methacrylate suspended in water or as a dry powder.
Section 3: Hazards Identification
Eyes: mild irritation
Skin Contact: short exposure - no irritation; repeated prolonged exposure (especially if
confined) - mild irritation, possibly a mild superficial burn.
Skin Adsorption: not likely to be absorbed in toxic amounts; possibly weak sensitizer
Ingestion: low single dose toxicity
Inhalation: no guide established; considered to be low hazard from inhalation
Systemic & Other Effects: none known
Section 4: First Aid Measures
Eyes: Flushing the eye immediately with water for 15 minutes is a good safety practice.
Physician should stain for evidence of corneal injury.
Skin: Contact may cause slight irritation. Wash off in flowing water or shower. Wash
clothing before reuse. Treat as any contact dermatitis. If burn is present, treat as
any thermal burn.
Ingestion: Low in toxicity. Induce vomiting if large amounts are ingested.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air if effects occur. Consult medical personnel.
Systemic & Other Effects: Human effects not established. No specific antidote. Treatment based on sound
judgment of physician and the individual reactions of the patient.
Section 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Extinguishing Media: water fog
Special Firefighting Methods: not applicable
Unusual Fire & Exploding Hazards: The dried resin is flammable similar to wood. Burning dry resin emits dense, black
smoke. Suspended material is not flammable.
Section 6: Accidental Release Measures
Any information listed below is to be considered in addition to internal guidelines for isolation of spill, containment of spill,
removal of ignition sources from immediate area, and collection for disposal of spill by trained, properly protected clean up
personnel.
Flush area with water immediately. Avoid unnecessary exposure and contact.
Section 7: Handling and Storage
Ventilation: Good room ventilation usually adequate for most operations.
Respiratory Protection: None normally needed. In cases where there is a likelihood of inhalation exposure
to dried particles, wear NIOSH approved dust respirator.
Storage: Keep from freezing. Store at 2-8藲C. Material may develop bacteria odor on long-
term storage. No safety problems known.
Section 8: Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Respiratory Protection: None normally needed. In cases where there is a likelihood of inhalation exposure
to dried particles, wear an NIOSH approved dust respirator.
Wash / Hygienic Practices: Wash with soap and water when leaving work area and before eating, smoking,
and using restroom facilities.
Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Boiling Point: 100藲C / 212藲F
Glass Transition Temperature: 105藲C
Density: 1.19 g/cc
Solubility: emulsion
Appearance & Odor: brown liquid emulsion
Section 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability: Stable under normal conditions. See Section 7.
Incompatibility: May irreversibly aggregate if frozen at 0藲C / 32藲F. Addition of chemicals may cause
coagulation.
Hazardous Combustion: Dried resin is combustible.
Decomposition Products: Methyl methacrylate and carbon monoxide, depending on condition of heating
and burning.
Section 11: Toxicological Information
no data
Section 12: Ecological Information
no data
Section 13: Disposal Considerations
Will color streams and rivers to a milky white. Has practically no biological oxygen demand, but will settle out and form sludge
or film. May plug up sanitary sewers. Divert to pond or burn solid waste in an adequate incinerator. Flush sewers with large
amounts of water.
Section 14: Transportation Data
no data
Section 15: Regulatory Information
no data
Section 16: Other Information
BANGS LABORATORIES, INC. provides the information contained herein in good faith but makes no representation as to
its comprehensiveness or accuracy. Individuals receiving this information must exercise their independent judgment in
determining its appropriateness for a particular purpose.
BANGS LABORATORIES, INC. makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied of merchantability, fitness
for particular purposes with respect to the information set forth herein or to which the information refers. Accordingly, BANGS
LABORATORIES, INC. will not be responsible for damages resulting from the use of or reliance upon this information.
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