Heckmann Building Products Inc.
1501 N. 31st Avenue
Melrose Park, IL 60160-2911
800-621-4140
Fax: 708-865-2640
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS (MSDS) June 30, 2000.
Heckmann Building Products Inc. manufactures its building products from sheet steel,
bar and coil stock, and wire in Plain Steel, Mill Galvanized Steel, Electro Galvanized
After Fabrication, Hotdip Galvanized After Fabrication, and Stainless Steel. The products
we manufacture present no health hazard in their natural state during use, storage, or
transportation. However, operations such as flame cutting, shot blasting, or welding may
generate concentrations of dust particles
of the alloying elements that may present hazards. All operations of this nature should be
performed in well ventilated areas.
The following paragraph is the exemption for finished products which are not welded,
such as the Pos-I-Tie餂? anchoring system and the eye and pintle combination. It is from
the Code of Federal Regulations:
29 CFR Ch. XVII (7-1-92 Edition) 1910.1200 Hazard Communication. (6) (IV)
Articles: (c) Definitions. ARTICLE means a manufactured item: (I) which is formed
to a specific shape or design during manufacture; (II) which has end use function(s)
dependent in whole or in part upon its shape or design during end use; and (III)
which does not release, or otherwise result in exposure to, a hazardous chemical,
under normal conditions of use.
The information contained in the MSDS reports is intended to be used for employee
health and safety education and not for specification purposes.
We appreciate your business and will continue to strive to provide a high quality of
service and product to meet your requirements.
Sincerely,
Paul G. Curtis
President
Heckmann Building Products Inc.
1501 N. 31st Avenue
Melrose Park, IL 60160-2911
708-865-2403
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
STAINLESS STEEL 鈥? revised June 30, 2000
I. PRODUCT INFORMATION
Company: Heckmann Building Products Inc.,
1501 N. 31st Avenue
Melrose Park, IL 60160
708-865-2403.
Trade Name: Stainless Steels
Chemical Name: AISI/SAE Grades 300 Series, 400 Series, Special Alloys.
Form: Anchors, Ties, Flashing, Steel Connectors.
II. PRODUCT INGREDIENTS
Exposure Limits
MATERIAL CAS NUMBER %WEIGHT OSHA PEL (mg/m3) ACGIH TLV
(mg/m3)
Base Metal
Iron (Fe) 7439-89-6 38.0-89.6 10 Oxide Fume 5 Oxide Fume
Aluminum (Al) 7429-90-5 .01-0.5 Not Established 10 Dust/5 Fume
Carbon (C) 7440-44-0 .03-2.0 Not Established Not Established
Chromium (Cr) 7440-47-3 10-27 1.0 Chrome Metal 0.5 Chrome Fume
Cobalt (Co) 7440-48-4 .01- .75 0.1 Cobalt Metal 0.05 Cobalt Fume
Copper (Cu) 7440-50-8 .18-4.5 0.1/Fume/1.0 Dust 0.2 Fume/1.0 Dust
Manganese (Mn) 7439-96-5 2-10 5c Dust/5c Fume 5c Dust/1 Fume
Molybdenum (Mo) 7439-98-7 .04-5 15 Insoluble Comp. 10 Insoluble Comp.
Nickel (Ni) 7440-02-0 .12-34 1 Nickel Metal 1 Nickel Metal
Phosphorous (P) 7723-14-0 .01-.06 0.1 Phosphorous 0.1 Phosphorous
Selenium (Se) 7782-49-2 .01-0.3 0.2 Se Metal 0.2 Se Metal
Silicon (Si) 7440-21-3 .15-2.0 Not Established 10 Total Dust
Sulfur (S) 7704-34-9 .01-.06 13 Sulfur Dioxide 5 Sulfur Dioxide
Titanium (Ti) 7440-32-6 .01-0.7 15 Ti Eioxide 15 Ti Eioxide
Columbium (Cb) 7440-25-7 Not Established Not Established
Tantalum (Ta) 7440-03-1 .01-1.1 5.0 Ta Metal 5.0 Ta Metal
Note: The above listing is a summary of elements used in alloying Stainless Steels.
Various grades of Stainless Steel will contain different combinations of these elements.
Trace elements may also be present in minute amounts. No permissible exposure limits
(PEL) or threshold limit values (TLV) exist for Stainless Steels. Values shown are
applicable to component elements.
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III. PHYSICAL DATA
PHYSICAL FORM: Solid under normal conditions BOILING POINT: Not applicable
APPEARANCE & ODOR: Silvery gray odorless metal VAPOR PRESSURE: Not
applicable
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: (H20=1): Approx. 8 VAPOR DENSITY: Not applicable.
MELTING POINT: Approx. 2400 F - 2800 F ACIDITY/ALKANITY: Not
applicable.
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: % by weight Not Applicable %VOLITILE BY VOLUME:
Not applicable.
IV. FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
FLASH POINT: Not applicable AUTO IGNITION TEMP: Not applicable.
FLAMMABLE LIMITS IN AIR: Not applicable.
FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARDS-EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Stainless steel does not
present fire or explosion hazards under normal conditions. Use fire fighting methods and
materials that are appropriate for surrounding fire.
Fine metal particles, such as produced in grinding and sawing, can burn. High
concentration of metallic fines in the air may present an explosion hazard. Molten metal
may explode on contact with water. For these fires, use dry powder or sand extinguishing
media.
V. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION
HEALTH HAZARDS: Stainless steel products in their solid state present no inhalation,
ingestion, or contact health hazard.
Operations such as burning, welding, sawing, brazing, grinding, and machining, which
result in elevating the temperature of the product to, or above its melting point, or result
in the generation of airborne particulates may present hazards. The major exposure
hazard is inhalation. Effects of overexposure to fume and dust are as follows:
ACUTE: Excessive inhalation of metallic fumes and dusts may result in irritation of eyes,
nose, and throat. High concentrations
of fumes and dusts of iron-oxide, maganese, copper, and zinc may result in metal fume
fever. Typical symptoms last from 12 to 48 hours and consist of a metallic taste in the
mouth, dryness and irritation of the throat, chills, and fever.
CHRONIC: Chronic and prolonged inhalation of high concentrations of fumes or dust of
the following elements may lead to the conditions listed opposite the element:
ALUMINUM: Irritation of the eyes, nose, and throat.
CHROMIUM: Lesions of the skin and mucous membranes, possible cancer of nose or
lungs - bronchogenic carcinoma.
COBALT: Respiratory tract irritation, skin rash.
COPPER: Irritation of eyes, nose and throat, metal fume fever.
IRON: Pulomany effects, siderosis.
Maganese: Bronchitis, pneymonitis, lack of coordination.
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Molybdenum: Respiratory tract irritation, possible liver/kidney damage, bone deformity.
NICKEL: Lesions of the skin and mucous membranes, possibly cancer of nose or lungs,
bronchogenic carcinoma.
PHOSPHOROUS: Necrosis of the mandible.
SELENIUM: Nasal and bronchial irritation, gastro-intestinal disturbances, garlic breath
odor.
SULFUR: Edema of the lungs.
TITANIUM: No chronic debilitating symptoms indicated.
COLUMBIUM/TANTALUM: No chronic debilitating symptoms indicated.
Occupational Exposure Limits: See products ingredients Section 2. Chromium and
Nickel have been identified by the International Agency for Research on Cancer and/or
the National Toxicology Program as potential cancer causing agents.
EMERGENCY MEDICAL PROCEDURES: Inhalation: Remove to fresh air; if condition
continues, consult a physician.
Eye Contact: Flush thoroughly with running water to remove particulate; obtain medical
attention.
Skin Contact: Remove particles by washing thoroughly with soap and water. Seek
medical attention if condition persists.
Ingestion: If significant amounts of metal are ingested, consult physician. If condition is
voluntary, psychotherapy is advised.
OCCUPATIONAL PROTECTIVE MEASURES: Respiratory Protection: Appropriate
dust/mist/fume respirator should be used to avoid excessive inhalation of particulates. If
exposure limits are reached or exceeded, use NIOSH approved equipment.
Hands, Arms, and Body: Protective gloves should be worn as required for welding,
burning, ro handling operations.
Eyes & Face: Safety Glasses should be worn when grinding or cutting. Face shields
should be worn when welding or burning.
Other clothing and Equipment: As required depending on operations and safety codes.
VI. REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Stable under normal conditions of use, storage and transportation.
INCOMPATIBILITY (Materials to avoid): Stainless steel at temperatures above the
melting point may liberate fumes containing oxides of iron and alloying elements. Avoid
generation of airborn fume and dust.
VII. SPILL, LEAK & DISPOSAL METHODS
Fine turnings and small chips should be swept or vacuumed. Scrap metal can be
reclaimed for rescue. Used or unused product should be disposed of in accordance with
federal, state, or local laws and regulations.
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VIII. ADDITIONAL PRECAUTIONS
Minimize and control operations producing airborn dust and fume. Provide adequate
local and general exhaust ventilation. Maintain good housekeeping.
IX. DISCLAIMER
This MSDS is intended for use solely in safety education and environmental health
training and not for specification purposes.
The information in this MSDS was obtained from usually reliable sources and is provided
without and representation or warranty, express or implied regarding the accuracy or
correctness. The conditions or methods of handling, storage, use and disposal of the
product are beyond our control and may be beyond our knowledge. Heckmann Building
Products Inc. assumes no responsibility and expressly disclaims liability for loss,
damage, or expense arising out of or in any way connected with the handling, storage,
use or disposal of the product.
Heckmann Building Products Inc.
1501 N. 31st Avenue
Melrose Park, IL 60160-2911
708-865-2403
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
PLAIN STEEL, MILL GALVANIZED STEEL, HOTDIP GALVANIZED AFTER
FABRICATION, ELECTRO GALV. (Carbon, Alloy Steels) revised June 30, 2000
I. PRODUCT INFORMATION
Company: Heckmann Building Products Inc.,
1501 N. 31st Avenue
Melrose Park, IL 60160 708-865-2403
Trade Name: Plain Steel, Mill Galvanized Steel.
Chemical Name: Steel
Form: Masonry Anchors & Ties, Flashings, Rounds, Steel Building Anchors.
II. PRODUCT INGREDIENTS
Exposure Limits
MATERIAL CAS NUMBER % WEIGHT OSHA PEL (mg/m3) ACGIH
TLV(mg/3m)
Base Metal Iron (Fe) 7439-89-6 Balance 10 (Fe,o,Fume) 5.0 (Fe,O,Fume)
Alloying Elements
Carbon (C) 7440-44-0 0.01-1.5 None Listed None Listed
Chromium (Cr) 7440-47-3 0.01-12 1.0 as chrome 0.5 as chrome
Copper (Cu) 7440-50-8 0.04-0.7 0.2 as copper 0.2 as fume
1.0 as dust 1.0 as dust
Lead (Pb) 7439-92-1 0.15-0.35 0.05 as fume 0.15 as dust & fume
Manganese (Mn) 7439-96-5 0.05-2.0 5 as manganese 5 as dust 1 as fume
Molybdenum (Mo) 7439-98-7 0.01-1.10 15 as insoluble 10 as insoluble comp.
Nickel (Ni) 7440-02-0 0.01-10 1.0 as Nickel 1.0 as Nickel
Phosphorous (P) 7723-14-0 0.15 Max 0.1 as Phos 0.1 as Phosphorous
Silicon (Si) 7440-21-3 0.15-2.2 None Listed 10 total dust
Sulphur (S) 7704-34-09 0.001-0.35 13 sulfur dioxide 5 sulfur dioxide
Tungsten (W) 7440-33-7 0.0-18 None Listed 5 insoluble compounds
Vanadium (V) 7440-62-2 0.01-1.0 0.5 as dust 0.05 dust and fume
Zinc (Zn) Coating 1314-13-2 10 Max 5.0 as fume 5.0 as fume
Note: The above listing is a summary of elements used in alloying steel. Various grades
of steel will contain different combinations of these elements. Trace elements may also
be present in minute amounts.
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III. PHYSICAL DATA
PHYSICAL FORM: Solid under normal conditions. BOILING POINT: Not applicable.
APPEARANCE & ODOR: Grey-Black with Metallic Luster Odorless. VAPOR
PRESSURE: Not applicable.
SPECIFIC GRAVITY (H2O = 1): 7 VAPOR DENSITY: Not applicable.
MELTING POINT: 2750 degrees F ACIDITY/ALKANITY: Not applicable.
SOLUBILITY IN WATER % by weight: Not applicable.
% VOLITILE BY VOLUME: Not applicable.
IV. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
RESIRATORY PROTECTION: NIOSH approved dust/mist/fume respirator should be
used during welding or burning if OSHA PEL or TLV is exceeded.
HANDS, ARMS, BODY: Use appropriate protective clothing such as welders aprons &
gloves when welding or burning. Check local codes.
EYES & FACE: Safety glasses should always be worn when grinding or cutting: face
shields should be worn when welding or burning.
OTHER CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT: As required. (Makes sense, doesn't it!)
V. EMERGENCY MEDICAL PROCEDURES
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air; if condition continues, consult physician.
EYE CONTACT: Immediately flush well with running water to remove particulate; get
medical attention.
SKIN CONTACT: If irritation develops, remove clothing and wash well with soap and
water. If condition persists, seek medical attention.
INGESTION: If significant amounts of metal are ingested, consult physician.
VI. HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION
Steel products in the natural state do not present an inhalation, ingestion, or contact
health hazard. However, operations such as welding, burning, sawing, brazing, grinding,
and possibly machining, which results in elevating the temperature of the product to or
above its melting point or results in the generation of airborne particulates may present
hazards. The above operations
should be performed in well ventilated areas. The major exposure hazard is inhalation.
Acute: Excessive inhalation of metallic fumes and dusts may result in irritation of eyes,
nose and throat. Also high concentrations of fumes and dusts of iron-oxide, maganese,
copper, zinc, and lead may result in the dreaded metal fume fever.
Typical symptoms consist of a metallic taste in the mouth, dryness and irritation of the
throat, chills and fever, and usually last from 12 to 48 hours.
Chronic: Chronic and prolonged inhalation of high concentrations of fumes or dust of the
following elements may lead to the conditions listed opposite the element:
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IRON: Pulmonary effects, siderosis.
MANGANESE: Bronchitis, pheumonitis, lack of coordination.
CHROMIUM: Various forms of dermatitis, inflammation and/or ulceration of
upper respiratory tract, and possible cancer of nasal passages and lungs. Based on
available information, there does not appear to be any evidence that exposure to welding
fume induces human cancer.
NICKEL: Same as Chromium.
COPPER: Pulmonary effects.
VANADIUM: No reported cases of exposure to vanadium.
MOLYBDENUM: Pain in the joints, hands, knees, and feet.
TUNGSTEN: Some evidence of pulomonary involvement such as cough.
LEAD: Prolonged exposures can cause behavioral changes, kidney damage,
periphery neuropathy characterized by decreased hand-grip strength and adverse
reproductive effects.
ZINC: None reported.
VII. FIRE AND EXPLOSION
FLASH POINT: Not Applicable.
AUTO IGNITION TEMPERATURE: Not Applicable.
LIMITS IN AIR: Not Applicable.
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: None
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA NOT TO BE USED: None.
VIII. REACTIVITY
Material is stable under normal conditions.
INCOMPATIBILITY: Reacts with strong acids to form hydrogen gas.
Conditions to avoid: Keep area well ventilated when cutting, welding, burning, or
brazing. Avoid generation of airborne dusts and fumes.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Metallic oxides.
IX. ENVIRONMENTAL
Spill or lead procedures: Not applicable. Special Precautions: Use good housekeeping
practices to prevent accumulation of dust and to keep airborne dust to a minimum. Waste
Disposal Method: Dust, etc - follow federal, state, and local regulations regarding
disposal.
X. DISCLAIMER
The information in this MSDS was obtained from sources which we believe are reliable.
However, the information is provided without any representation or warranty, expressed
or implied regarding the accuracy or correctness.
The conditions or methods of handling, storage, use and disposal of the product are
beyond our control and may be beyond our knowledge. For this and other reasons, we do
not assume responsibility and expressly disclaim liability for loss, damage, or expense
arising out of or in any way connected with the handling, storage, use or disposal of the
product.
Heckmann Building Products Inc.
1501 N. 31st Avenue
Melrose Park, IL 60160-2911
708-865-2403
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
COPPER PRODUCTS revised June 30, 2000
I. PRODUCT INFORMATION
Company: Heckmann Building Products Inc.,
1501 N. 31st Avenue
Melrose Park, IL 60160
708-865-2403
Trade Name: Copper (OFHC)(DHP)(ETP) Electrolytic Tough Pitch Alloy 110.
Chemical Name: Copper (Cu)
Form: Anchors, Flashings, Misc. Steel Building Products.
II. PRODUCT INGREDIENTS
Base Metal Copper is the prime Ingredient. 99.9% Copper plus silver (less than .1% Ag).
Copper, Dust 1 Mg/m3, Fume 0.1 Mg/m3. If exposure to copper dust/fume is kept below
copper TLV, all trace elements should not pose any health risk.
III. PHYSICAL DATA
PHYSICAL FORM: Solid under normal conditions BOILING POINT: Not applicable
APPEARANCE & ODOR: Gold/Copper color odorless metal
VAPOR PRESSURE: Not applicable
SPECIFIC GRAVITY (H2O = 1): 8.9 VAPOR DENSITY: Not applicable
MELTING POINT: Approx. 1949 degrees F ACIDITY/ALKANITY: Not applicable
SOLUBILITY IN WATER (% by weight) Not applicable
% VOLITILE BY VOLUME: Not applicable
IV. FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
FLASH POINT: Not applicable AUTO IGNITION TEMPERATURE: Not applicable
FLAMMABLE LIMITS IN AIR: Not applicable.
V. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION
Effect of Overdose : Fume and dust - sneezing, congestion, nausea, metallic taste, chills,
fever. Not known to be carcinogenic.
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES: Skin: Flush thoroughly with water.
Eyes: Flush with water, call physician.
Ingestion: Drink water, induce vomiting, call physician.
Inhalation: Remove victim to fresh air, call physician.
Copper Products MSDS - Page 2 Heckmann Building Products Inc.
VI. REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Stable under normal conditions of use, storage and transportation.
Incompatibility (Materials to avoid): Reacts with strong acids to form hydrogen gas.
Avoid acetylene and chlorine.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Copper Fume
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
VII. SPILL, LEAK & DISPOSAL METHODS
Steps to be taken in case material is released or spilled: DUST or FUME: wear respirator
following OSHA use instructions and shovel up, or vacuum and place in an approved
DOT container and seal. Wash contaminated clothing. Used or unused product should be
disposed of in accordance with federal, state or local laws and regulations.
VIII. DISCLAIMER
The information in this MSDS was obtained from sources which we believe are reliable.
However, the information is provided without any representation or warranty, expressed
or implied regarding the accuracy or correctness.
The conditions or methods of handling, storage, use and disposal of the product are
beyond our control and may be beyond our knowledge. For this and other reasons, we do
not assume responsibility and expressly disclaim liability for loss, damage, or expense
arising out of or in any way connected with the handling, storage, use or disposal of the
product.
Heckmann Building Products Inc.
1501 N. 31st Avenue
Melrose Park, IL 60160-2911
708-865-2403
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
PLASTIC WEEP TUBES
1. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Company: 1501 N. 31st Avenue
Melrose Park, IL 60160 708-865-2403
Trade name: Plastic Weep Tubes
Chemical Name: "TENITE" Butyrate Formulas 264, 285, 409,
530, 550, 565, 566, 567, B2149-92B, B2249-95A
Formula: Mixture
2. PRODUCT INGREDIENTS
A: COMPONENTS: % WEIGHT CAS REG. NO.
Cellulose acetate >75 9004-36-8
butyrate
Bis(2-ethulhexyl) adipate <25 103-23-1
See section 5 for information on exposure limits
B: PRECAUTIONARY LABEL STATEMENTS:
FIRST AID: If burned by contact with molten material cool as quickly as possible with
water and see a physician for treatment of burn.
Note To Physicians: Burns should be treated as thermal burns. The plastic will come off
as healing occurs; therefore, immediate removal from the skin is not necessary.
NOTICE: Refer to NPPA Pamphlet No. 654, "Prevention of Fire and Dust Explosions in
the Chemical, Dye, Pharmaceutical, and Plastics Industries" if this material is to be
reduced to or collected as a powder.
3. PHYSICAL DATA
Appearance and Odor: Hollow tubes with low odor.
Softening Point: >125 degrees C. (>257 degrees F)
Specific Gravity (H201): >1.0
Solubility in Water: Negligible.
4. FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
FLASH POINT: Not Applicable: Nonvolatile, combustible.
EXTINGUISHING AGENT: Water spray, dry chemical, or Co2.
SPECIAL FIRE-FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus
and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
MSDS Plastics 鈥? page 2
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Refer to MFPA Pamphlet No. 654
鈥淧revention of Fire and Dust Explosions in the Chemical, Dye, Pharmaceutical and
Plastics Industries", if this material is to be reduced to or collected as a powder.
5. REACTIVITY DATA
STABILITY: Stable
INCOMPATIBILITY: Oxidizing materials can cause a reaction.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: As with other organic material,
combustion will produce carbon dioxide and probably carbon monoxide.
HAZARDOUS POLYMARIZATION: Will not occur.
6. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION
A: EXPOSURE LIMITS
Threshold Limit Value (TLV): Not established
OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL) Not Established
B: EXPOSURE EFFECTS
Inhalation: Low hazard for usual industrial handling.
Eyes: Low hazard for usual industrial handling
Skin: Molten material will produce thermal burns.
C: FIRST AID
Skin: If burned by contact with molten material, cool as quickly as possible with water
and see a phycian for treatment of burn. Treatment should be as with thermal burns. The
plastic will come off as healing occurs, therefore, immediate removal from the skin is not
necessary.
D: TOXICITY DATA
Toxicity data for the components of these materials are as follows:
CELLULOSE ACETATE BUTYRATE
TEST Species Result Toxicity Class
Acute oral LD 50 Rat >6400 mg/kg Nontoxic
Dermal LO 50 Guinea Pig >1000 mg/kg
Skin irritation Guinea Pig Very slight
Skin sensitization None
Feeding Study No. 1:Rats fed diets containing 20% of the compound for 7 days
consumed approx. 16 g/kg/day with a maximum daily intake of 18.5 g/kg/day. The
animals showed no ill effect from this massive dosage.
Feeding Study No. 2: Rats were fed diets containing 1.0% and 5.0% of the compound for
99 days. No biologically significant effects were noted in feed intake, weight gain,
clinical signs, hematology, gross pathology, or histopathology. Feeding Study No. 3:
Dogs were fed 50 to 150 g/d y of the compound for 4 months without toxic effect. Only
side effect noted was that the dogs would eat Frisbee鈥檚 when thrown to them instead of
retrieving them.
MSDS Plastics 鈥? page 3
In Rats, intratracheal injection of cellulose acetate butyrate dust suspended in 0.25 mL of
water gave no evidence of specific pulmonary reaction as judged by the histological
appearance of the lungs at 10 days and 14 days after injection.
bIS( 2-ETHYLHEXYL )aDIPATE
TEST Species Result Toxicity
Acute oral LD 50 Rat 9100 mg/kg Nontoxic
Dermal LD 50 Rabbit 16.3 ml/kg Nontoxic
Skin Irritation Rabbit Slight
Eye irritation Rabbit Slight
Rats exposed to saturated vapor of he material for 8 hours showed no mortality.
Rats fed levels o 0,5, 2.0, or 5.0% of the material in their diet for a month showed
definite growth effect at 5%, but not at the lower levels. No changes in hematology,
urine, or histopathology were noted at the lower levels. Similarly, except for a slight
transient loss in appetite, no changes in these same parameters were observed in dogs fed
2 g/kg of the material in their diet for 2 months. Rats fed doses of 0.16 to 4,74 g/kg/day
in their diet showed deaths at 4.71 g/kg; no effects were observed on growth, appetite
liver and kidney weights, or histopathology at 0.16 g/kg.
7. VENTILATION AND PERSONAL PROTECTION
A: Ventilation: Good ventilation (typically 10 air changes per hour) should be sufficient
to control airborn levels. Ventilation rates should be matched to conditions.
Supplementary local exhaust ventilation or respiratory protection may be needed in
special circumstances such as mechanical generation of dust, overheating, etc.
B: Respiratory Protection: If respiratory protection is needed, an appropriate NIOSH-
approved respirator for dust or fume should be worn. If respirators are used, a program
should be established to assure compliance with OSHA Standard 20 CFR 1910,13A
C: Skin & Eye Protection: Safety glasses with side shields (or goggles) are recommended
for any type of industrial chemical handling. Gloves should be worn to protect against
thermal burns. Good industrial hygiene practice could be followed which includes
minimizing skin contact.
8. SPECIAL STORAGE AND HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
Keep from contact with oxidizing materials.
9. SPILL, LEAK, & DISPOSAL PRACTICES
Steps to be taken in case material is released or spilled: Collect and contain for salvage or
disposal.
Waste Disposal Method: Incineration or landfill, Observe all federal, state, and
local laws concerning health and environment.
MSDS Plastics 鈥? page 4
10. ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS DATA
These materials have not been tested for environmental effects.
11. TRANSPORTATION
DOT Hazard Classification: Not regulated by DOT.
12. REFERENCES
A. File data, Material Safety Program, Eastman Chemicals Division, Eastman Kodak
Company, Kingsport, Tenn.
B. Unpublished data, Health and Environment Laboratories, Eastman Kodak Company.
C. AM IHD HYG ASSOC Q 20, 93-96 (1949)
13. HAZARD RATINGS
HEALTH FLAMMABILITY REACTIVITY
MMIS RATING: 0 1 0
NFPA RATING: 0 1 0
Notice: These ratings involve data and interpretations that may vary from company to
company and are intended only for rapid, general identification of the magnitude of the
specific hazard. TO DEAL ADEQUATELY WITH THE SAFE HANDLING OF THIS
MATERIAL, ALL THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MSDS MUST BE
CONSIDERED. The customer is responsible for determining the proper personal
protective equipment needed for its particular use of this material.
**Hazardous Material Identification System's HMIS Revised
RAW MATERIALS RATING MANUAL, National Paint & Coatings Association Fall
1984
NFPA 704 Standard System for the Identification of the Fire Hazards of materials,
national fire protection association 1933.
The information contained herein is furnished without warranty of any kind. Users should
consider these data only as a supplement to other information gathered by them and must
make independent determinations of suitability and completeness of information from all
sources to assure proper use and disposal of these materials and the safety and health of
employees and customers.
Heckmann Building Products Inc.
1501 N. 31st Avenue
Melrose Park, IL 60160-2911
708-865-2403
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Aluminum Alloys
1. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Company: 1501 N. 31st Avenue
Melrose Park, IL 60160 708-865-2403
Trade name: Aluminum
Form: Bar, Sheet, Plate, Tubing, Structurals, and Forgings
2. PRODUCT INGREDIENTS
Exposure Limits
Material or CAS Number % Weight 1984-85 ACGIH OSHA 1910.000
TLV (mg/m3) PEL (mg/m3)
Component
Base Material
Aluminum (Al) 7429-90-5 90-99.7 10.0 as metal dust Not established
and oxide
5.0 as welding Not Established
fume
Alloying Elements
Cobalt (Co) 7440-48-4 <1.0 鈥? 10.0 0.1 0.1
Copper (Cu) 7440-50-8 <1.0 鈥? 10.0 0.2 as fume 0.1 as fume
Iron (Fe) 1309-37-1 <1.0 鈥? 10.0 5.0 as fume 10.0 as fume
Lead (Pb) 7439-92-1 <0.2 鈥? 0.7 0.15 as dust and 0.05 as dust and
fume fume
Magnesium (Mg) 1309-46-4 <1.0 鈥? 10.0 10.0 as fume 15.0 as fume
Manganese (Mn) 7439-96-5 <1.0 鈥? 10.0 1.0 as fume 5.0 calling
Silicon (Si) 7440-21-3 <1.0 鈥? 10.0 10.0 as total dust Not established
Tin (Sn) 7440-31-5 <1.0 鈥? 10.0 2.0 as oxide and 2.0 as inorganic
metal compounds
Zinc (Zn) 1314-13-2 <1.0 鈥? 10.0 5.0 as fume 5.0 as fume
Note: Aluminum alloys will be comprised of various combinations of the elements shown here. In
addition,. Other alloying elements may be present in minute quantities.
3. PHYSICAL DATA
Material is Solid. Metallic Appearance 鈥? No odor.
PH = N/A Melting Point 900掳 鈥? 1200掳 F. (approx.)
Specific Gravity (H20 = 1) 鈥? 2.5 鈥? 2.9 Vapor Pressure = N/A
Soulbility in water (% by weight) - Nil
MSDS 鈥? Aluminum 鈥? page 2
4. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Respiratory Protection: Appropriate respirator Hands, Arms, and Body: Appropriate gloves,
depending upon potential airborne contaminants especially for sheet and coil.
and their concentrations. If exposure limits are
reached or exceeded use NIOSH approved
respiration equipment.
Eyes and Face: Safety glasses or shield as appropriate. Other Clothing and Equipment. As needed depending on
operation and safety codes.
5. EMERGENCY MEDICAL PROCEDURES
Skin Contact: Remove particies thoroughly by washing with soap and water.
Eye Contact: Flush with water thoroughly. Get medical attention if irritation persists.
6. HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION
HEALTH
For standard operation (e.g. melting, cutting, grinding), aluminum alloys present a low health risk by
inhalation and are usually considered a nuisance dust. Toxicity by ingestion 鈥? none expected. Skin and
eyes 鈥? not an irritant. Welding and plasma cutting of alloys high in copper (2000 and 7000 series) may
present the potential for overexposure to copper fume which can result in upper respiratory tract irritation,
nausea, and the dreaded metal fume fever. Nickel and chromium are other alloying elements considered
hazardous as fume; however, they do not present a carcinogenic or other health concerns due to their low
concentrations of the chemical form in which they are present. Overexposure to lead fumes over an
extended period of time can result in such toxic effects as central nervous system disturbances, renal
changes, peripheral neuropathy, gastrointestinal disturbances, anemia, and chromosomal changes.
Medical conditions generally aggravated by exposure would be dermatitis and pulmonary disease or
disorders.
Occupational Exposure Limits: See ingredients Section 1. Chromium and nickel have been identified by
the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) and the National Toxicology Program (NTP) as
potential carcinogens.
FIRE AND EXPLOSION
Flash Point = N/A Auto Ignition Temperature = N/A Flammable Limits in Air N/A
Extinguishing Method: Dry Powder or sand
REACTIVITY
Stability = Stable Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid) = Reacts with strong acids to form hydrogen gas.
Conditions to Avoid: Aluminum products under normal conditions are stable during use, storage, and
transportation. Halogen acids and sodium hydroxide in contact with aluminum may generate explosive
mixtures of hydrogen. Finely divided aluminum, such as small chips and fines, will form explosive
mixtures in air. It will also form explosive mixtures in air in the presence of bromates, iodates, or
ammonium nitrate. Strong oxidizers cause violent reactions with considerable heat generation.
Hazardous Decomposition Products : See additional information Section VIII
VII. ENVIRONMENTAL
Spill or leak procedures: N/A
Waste Disposal Method: Used or unused product should be tested to determine hazard status and disposal
requirements under federal, state, or local laws and regulations.
MSDS 鈥? Aluminum 鈥? page 3
VIII. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Other Precautions:
1. Do not touch cast aluminum metal or heated aluminum product without knowing metal temperature.
Aluminum experiences no color change during heating. Burns could result.
2. Aluminum powder must be packaged and shipped as a flammable solid.
3. Hard alloy ingots in the 2000 and 7000 series must be stress relieved to prevent explosion when
sawed.
4. The welding of aluminum alloys may generate carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, ozone, nitrogen
oxides, infrared radiation, and ultraviolet radiation.
The information contained herein is furnished without warranty of any kind. Users should
consider these data only as a supplement to other information gathered by them and must
make independent determinations of suitability and completeness of information from all
sources to assure proper use and disposal of these materials and the safety and health of
employees and customers.
Heckmann Building Products Inc.
1501 N. 31st Avenue
Melrose Park, IL 60160-2911
708-865-2403
WebSite: www.heckmannbuildingprods.com E-Mail: Heckmann@worldnet.att.net
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
700 Alloy Series
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Company: 1501 N. 31st Avenue
Melrose Park, IL 60160 708-865-2403
Trade name: Breakaway Firewall Anchors
SUBSTANCE IDENTIFICATION
Substance: Zinc Strip 鈥? 700 Alloy Series (700,710, 720, & 750)
Synonyms: Zinc Coil, Strip Zinc Material
HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS
Hazardous Component(s): Contains no hazardous chemical as defined by 29
CFR 1910.1200.
Exposure Limits: N/A
PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Description: Bluish-White Metal
Specific Gravity: 7.1 (H20 = 1)
Melting Point: 790 degrees F
Solubility in Water: Insoluble
FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
Fire and Explosion Hazard: Negligible fire hazard when exposed to heat or flame.
Excessive exposure to fumes from zinc and other alloy metals may produce flu-
like symptoms of metal fume fever.
Fire Fighting Media: Smother with suitable dry power (NFPA class D Fire)
Fire Fighting: Use self-contained breathing apparatus.
MSDS 鈥? Zinc Alloy Steel 鈥? page 2 Heckmann Building Products
REACTIVITY
Reactivity: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Incompatibilities: Acids and alkalis react to evolve hydrogen gas.
Decomposition: Oxides/fumes from metals.
Polymerization: Hazardous polymerization has not been reported to occur under
normal temperatures and pressures.
HEALTH EFFECTS AND FIRST AID
Inhalation: Excessive exposure to fumes from zinc and other alloy metals may
produce flu-like symptoms of metal fume fever.
First Aid: Remove from exposure area to fresh air immediately and refer patient
to a physician.
Skin Contact: N/A
Ingestion: N/A
Carcinogens: Contains no substance found to be carcinogenic by NTP, IARC, or
OSHA in quantities greater than 0.12% by weight.
PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE
Storage and Disposal: Observe all Federal, State, and Local regulations when
storing or disposing of this substance. For assistance, contact the District
Director of the Environmental Protection Agency.
Protective Equipment:
Ventilation 鈥? Provide local exhauset or process enclosure ventilation to meet
published exposure limits.
Respirator 鈥? The specific respirator selected must be based on contamination
levels found in the work place, must not exceed the working limits of the
respirator and be jointly approved by the national institute for occupational safety
and health and the mine safety and health administration (NIOSH-MSHA).
Clothing 鈥? Appropriate for operation.
Gloves 鈥? Appropriate for operation.
Eye Protection 鈥? Appropriate for operation.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This product or components of the product is subject to the reporting
requirements of Section 313, Title II of the Superfund Amendments and
Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA), 40 CFR Part 372. Zinc (fume or dust) is
subject to SARA Section 313 reporting if the required threshold is reached. RQ =
1000 pound.
The Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act
of 1980 (CERCLA), 40 CFR 302 also requires certain manufacturers to report on
annual emissions of specific toxic chemical categories.
For more information contact the SARA Hotline at 800-424-9346 or EPCRA
Hotline at 800-535-0202
Heckmann Building Products Inc.
1501 N. 31st Avenue
Melrose Park, IL 60160-2911
708-865-2403
WebSite: www.heckmannbuildingprods.com E-Mail: Heckmann@worldnet.att.net
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
#85 Cell Vents
Important Note: This material safety data sheet (MSDS) conforms to the U.S.
Department of Labor Occupational Safety and Health Administration
requirements in 29 CFR 1910.1200 and is an integral part of any 鈥淩ight to Know鈥?
program. This information should be read by the customer and made available to
anyone who ahs reason to use or to come in contact with this product.
Section 1 鈥? Product Identification
Product Name: #85 Cell Vents
Chemical Name(s) and/or synonym(s): Polypropylene Copolymer
Chemical Family: Proprietary Formula
Section 2 鈥? Hazardous Components
Chemical Name(s): C.A.S.# % TLV PEL
Important Note: Pigments, additives and stabilizers are fully encapsulated in
resin and are not expected to cause any hazardous conditions when processed
in accordance with good manufacturing practices.
Any substance listed in section 2 are those identified as being present at a
concentration of 1.0% or greater, or 0.1% or greater if the substance is on the list
of potential carcinogens cited in the OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION
STANDARDS or by the respective manufacturer. Where a proprietary ingredient
shows, the identity of this substance may be made available as provided in 20
CFR 1910.1200.
Section 3 鈥? Physical Data
Specific Gravity (H20-1.0): .90 - .96
Physical Form: Opaque, Fluted Sheets
Solubility in Water: Essentially insoluble in water.
Section 4 鈥? Fire and Explosion Data
Fire Extinguishing Media: Carbon Dioxide, Foam, Dry Chemical, Water Spray.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Recommend NIOSH approved self-contained
breathing apparatus.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Decomposition and combustion products
may be hazardous.
Section 5 鈥? Health Hazard Data
Effects of Acute Overexposure: None expected.
Emergency First Aid Procedures: If burned by molten material, cool as quickly as
possible with water and see a physician for removal of adhering material and
treatment of burn.
Smoke or Dust Inhalation: Remove to fresh air and consult a physician.
Section 6 鈥? Reactivity Data
Stability: Stable material.
Conditions to Avoid: None known.
Incompatibility (material to avoid contact with): None known.
Hazardous Decomposition By-Products: Thermal decomposition and burning
may produce Carbon Monoxide, Carbon Dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Section 7 鈥? Spill or Leak Procedures
Steps to be taken in case material is released or spilled: Sweep up and return to
container or discard if contaminated.
Waste Disposal Method: Solid waste disposal in accordance with Federal, State,
and Local Regulations.
Section 8 鈥? Special Protection Information
Respiratory Protection: Particulate Mask. If dusting occurs, use chemical
respirator.
Ventilation: Local exhaust, good building ventilation.
Special Ventilation Requirements: None, however dust creation should be
minimized.
Hand/Skin Protection: Cloth gloves to prevent cuts and scrapes from edges.
Eye Protection: Safety glasses or chemical goggles.
Other Protective Equipment: None needed.
Section 9 鈥? Special Precautions or Comments
Precautions to take in handling and storage: None. Normal bulk storage and
handling of plastic. Do not expose materials to excessive heat, cold, or moisture.
Shipping Designation: Plastic rectangular units, flat.
D.O.T. Class/Number required: Not regulated.
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