Material Safety Data Sheet
MARLEX 庐 and MARFLEXTM POLYETHYLENES
(All Grades Except CL, L, R and Masterbatch
Series)
October 8, 2003
MSDS #: 240370
Revision: 4
COMPANY IDENTIFICATION EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS
CHEVRON PHILLIPS CHEMICAL COMPANY LP Emergency: (800) 231-0623 or
10001 Six Pines Drive (510) 231-0623 (International)
The Woodlands,Tx 77380 TRANSPORTATION (24 HR): CHEMTREC
(800)424-9300 OR (703)527-3887
Technical Services: (800) 852-5531
For Additional MSDSs: (800) 852-5530
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1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
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Synonyms: Plastic
Chemical Name: Ethene, Homopolymer; 1-Butene, Polymer with Ethene; 1-Hexene,
Polymer with Ethene; Ethylene Polymers & Copolymers plus Additives
Chemical Family: Olefin Polymers and Copolymers plus Additives
Chemical Formula: Mixture
CAS Reg. No.: Mixture-See Section B for ingredient CAS Reg. No.
Product No.: Marlex BHN, BMN, DTR, DTR-F, EHM, HHM, HHN, HMN, HXM,
HXB, B, C, D, H, J, K, PE, HiD, mPact, Vytek, Dynex,
LX, ER, TD, and DS Series. As well as YYY and YYY-F
(where Y is a number from 1 to 10) Series.
PRODUCT USE:
MEDICAL APPLICATION CAUTION: Do not use this Chevron Phillips Chemical
material in medical applications involving permanent implantation in the
human body or permanent contact with internal body fluids or tissues.
Do not use this Chevron Phillips Chemical material in medical applications
involving brief or temporary implantation in the human body or contact
with internal body fluids or tissues unless the material has been provided
directly from Chevron Phillips Chemical under a contract which expressly
acknowledges the contemplated use.
Chevron Phillips Chemical makes no representation, promise, express
warranty or implied warranty concerning the suitability of this material
for use in implantation in the human body or in contact with internal body
fluid or tissues.
Product and/or Components Entered on EPA's TSCA Inventory: Yes
This product is in U.S. commerce, and is listed in the Toxic Substances
Control Act (TSCA) Inventory of Chemicals; hence, it may be subject to
applicable TSCA provisions and restrictions.
Canadian Inventory Listing Status: DSL
All ingredients are listed in the Domestic Substances List (DSL).
Impurities are exempt in accordance with Section 3 of the Canadian
Environmental Protection Act (CEPA).
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2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
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CAS % OSHA ACGIH
Ingredients Number By Wt. PEL* TLV*
Polyethylene or 9002-88-4 99 NE NE
Ethylene-Hexene-1 Copolymer 25213-02-9 99 NE NE
Additives Various <4 NE NE
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3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
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Opaque, translucent, colorless pellets or fluff
- Formaldehyde can be produced at elevated temperature.
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Recommended Exposure Limits:
Control as Particulate Not Otherwise Classified (PNOC) or Regulated:
OSHA
PEL
Respirable Fraction 5 mg/m3
Total Dust 15 mg/m3
* The value is for inhalable (total) particulate matter containing no
asbestos and <1% crystalline silica.
_X_ Based on information presently available, this product does not meet
any of the hazard definitions of 29 CFR Section 1910.1200.
Specify: No known applicable information for Canadian
"Health Hazard Categories".
Other: Thermal decomposition products formed during thermal
processing are expected to be irritating to the eyes.
Formaldehyde, A probable human carcinogen, may be formed at
extrusion temperatures.
IMMEDIATE HEALTH EFFECTS
EYE:
Not expected to cause prolonged or significant eye irritation. Dust
may cause mechanical irritation. If this material is heated,
thermal burns may result from eye contact.
SKIN:
Contact with the skin is not expected to cause prolonged or significant
irritation. Not expected to be harmful to internal organs if absorbed
through the skin. If this material is heated, thermal burns may result
from skin contact.
INGESTION:
Not expected to be harmful if swallowed.
INHALATION:
Not expected to be harmful if inhaled. If this material is heated, fumes
may be unpleasant and produce nausea and irritation of the upper respiratory
tract. Inhalation: Dust may produce mechanical irritation to the mucous
membranes of the nose, throat and upper respiratory tract.Long term exposure
to high dust concentrations may cause non-debilitating lung changes.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE:
Thermal burns to the eye: may include pain, tearing, reddening, swelling,
and impaired vision. Thermal burns to the skin: may include pain or
feeling of heat, discoloration, swelling, and blistering. Respiratory
irritation: may include coughing and difficulty breathing.
At extrusion temperatures (>350F, >177C), polyethylenes can release vapors
and gases which are irritating to the muccus membranes of the eyes, mouth,
throat, and lungs. These substances may include acetaldehyde, acetone,
acetic acid, formic acid, formaldehyde and acrolein. Generally these irritant
effects are all transitory. However, prolonged exposure to irritating off gases
can lead to pulmonary edema. Adequate ventilation should prevent sensory
discomfort. Based on animal data and limited epidemiological evidence,
NTP, IARC(2A), and OSHA have listed Formaldehyde as a probable human carcinogen.
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4. FIRST AID MEASURES
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EYE:
If heated material should splash into eyes, flush eyes immediately with
fresh water for 15 minutes while holding the eyelids open. Remove contact
lenses, if worn. Get immediate medical attention.
SKIN:
If the hot material gets on skin, quickly cool in water. See a doctor for
extensive burns. Do not try to peel the solidified material from the skin
or use solvents or thinners to dissolve it. The use of vegetable oil or
mineral oil is recommended for removal of this material from the skin.
INGESTION:
No specific first aid measures are required because this material is not
expected to be harmful if swallowed.
INHALATION:
Move the exposed person to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial
respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical
attention if breathing difficulties continue.
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5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
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FIRE CLASSIFICATION:
Classification (29 CFR 1910.1200): Not flammable or combustible.
FLAMMABLE PROPERTIES:
FLASH POINT: 645F (340C) ASTM (D1929)
AUTOIGNITION: 716F (380C)
FLAMMABILITY LIMITS (% by volume in air): Lower: NA Upper: NA
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:
C02, dry chemical, foam and water fog
NFPA RATINGS: Health 1; Flammability 1; Reactivity 0.
FIRE FIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS:
This material will burn although it is not easily ignited. For fires
involving this material, do not enter any enclosed or confined fire space
without proper protective equipment, including self-contained breathing
apparatus (NIOSH SCBA).
If possible, water should be applied as a spray from a fogging nozzle
since this is a surface burning material. The application of high
velocity water will spread the burning surface layer.
COMBUSTION PRODUCTS:
Normal combustion forms carbon dioxide, water vapor and may produce carbon
monoxide, original monomer, other hydrocarbons and hydrocarbon oxidation
products, depending on temperature and air availability.
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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
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CHEMTREC EMERGENCY NUMBER (24 hr): (800)424-9300 or (703)527-3887
International Collect Calls Accepted
ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES:
Sweep up material and place in a disposable container. If liquid material
is spilled, allow it to cool and solidify before proceeding with disposal
methods. Contain spill and control dusts. Keep out of water sources and sewers.
Spilled pellets can create slipping hazard. Sweep or vacuum up spill and place
in drums for recovery or disposal.
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7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
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Avoid contact of heated material with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid
breathing vapor or fumes from heated material.
Bulk storage of polyethylene pellets may result in accumulation of
ethylene gas with possible explosion potential. Keep concentrations of
ethylene gas below the lower explosive limit (LEL) of 2.7%.
Airborne dust concentrations above 20 mg/l may create a dust explosion
hazard. Avoid inhalation of product dust (fines). Avoid eye contact with
product dust. Avoid inhalation of, and eye contact with, off gases which
may be produced during thermal processing. Do not get molten material
in eyes, on skin or on clothing. Process only with adequate ventilation.
Wash thoroughly after handling. Launder exposed clothing before reuse.
Thermal decomposition processing off gas condensate may form on surrounding
equipment. Impervious gloves and apron should be used when cleaning condensate
from equipment.
Store away from heat or flames.
Molten polymer may cause severe thermal burns. The interior of molten masses
may remain hot for some time because of low thermal conductivity of the polymer.
Use care when disposing of or handling such masses.
Spilled pellets may create a slipping hazard.
Avoid contaminating soil or releasing this material into sewage and
drainage systems and bodies of water.
Bond and ground all containers and equipment before transfer operations to
prevent electrostatic accumulation hazard.
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8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
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GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS:
Consider the potential hazards of this material (see Section 3),
applicable exposure limits, job activities, and other substances in the
work place when designing engineering controls and selecting personal
protective equipment. If engineering controls or work practices are not
adequate to prevent exposure to harmful levels of this material, the
personal protective equipment listed below is recommended. The user should
read and understand all instructions and limitations supplied with the
equipment since protection is usually provided for a limited time or under
certain circumstances.
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Use in a well-ventilated area. If heated material generates vapor, or
fumes, use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other
engineering controls to control exposure. Ventilation requirements must
be locally determined. If handling results in dust generation, special
ventilation may be needed to ensure that dust exposure does not exceed the
OSHA PEL for nuisance dust.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
EYE/FACE PROTECTION:
Wear safety glasses with side shields when working with this material as a
good safety practice. If this material is heated, wear chemical goggles
or safety glasses and a face shield.
VENTILATION:
Use adequate ventilation to control below recommended exposure levels.
Supplemental ventilation may be needed to control off gases which may be
produced during thermal processing.
SKIN PROTECTION:
Wear protective clothing to minimize skin contact as a good industrial
hygiene practice. Selection of protective clothing will depend on
operations conducted. Use heat resistant gloves when handling hot
material. Use impervious gloves and apron when cleaning thermal
decomposition processing off gas condensate from equipment.Consider
physical requirements and other substanceswhen selecting protective
clothing.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:
No special respiratory protection is normally required. When cutting or
abrading these materials use a respirator approved by IOSH for protection
against dust, mists and fumes having an exposure limit measured as a time
weighted average (TWA) of not less than 0.05 mg/m3.When vapors or fumes
from the heated material are not adequately controlled, wear a NIOSH/MSHA
approved respirator. Use the following elements for air-purifying
respirators: Organic Vapor and Formaldehyde.
NOTE: Personal protection information is based upon general information
as to normal uses and conditions. Where special orunusual uses or conditions
exist, it is suggested that the expertassistance of an industrial hygienist
or other qualified professional be sought.
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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
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PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION:
Opaque, translucent, colorless pellets or fluff
pH: NA
VAPOR PRESSURE: NA
VAPOR DENSITY
(AIR=1): NA
BOILING POINT: NA
MELTING POINT: 100 - 135C
SOLUBILITY: Insoluble in water
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 0.91 - 1.02
DENSITY: 0.910 - 0.970 g/cm3
EVAPORATION RATE: NA
PERCENT VOLATILE
(VOL): 0.01%
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10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
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HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:
Low molecular weight hydrocarbons, alcohols, aldehydes,
acids, carbon oxides and ketones can be formed during thermal processing.
CHEMICAL STABILITY:
Stable.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID:
Avoid heating above the recommended processing temperature. Do not heat
above the autoignition temperature. Do not heat without adequate
ventilation.
INCOMPATIBILITY WITH OTHER MATERIALS:
May react with strong oxidizing agents, such as chlorates, nitrates,
peroxides, etc. May react with free halogens.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:
Polymerization will not occur.
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11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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EYE EFFECTS:
The eye irritation hazard is based on data for a similar material.
SKIN EFFECTS:
The skin irritation hazard is based on data for a similar material. The
acute dermal toxicity is based on data for a similar material.
ACUTE ORAL EFFECTS:
The acute oral toxicity is based on data for a similar material.
ACUTE INHALATION EFFECTS:
The acute respiratory toxicity is based on data for a similar material.
ADDITIONAL TOXICOLOGY INFORMATION:
A similar material did not cause skin sensitization in a patch test study
with human subjects.
This product contains polymerized ethylene. During thermal processing,
this polymer can degrade. The three variables which control its
degradation are the temperature, the length of time at that temperature,
and the amount of oxygen available. Depending on the local processing
conditions, a variety of low molecular weight hydrocarbons, alcohols,
aldehydes, acids, and ketones can be formed. These materials are
respiratory irritants. Prolonged and repeated breathing of fume
components has been shown to cause other adverse health effects.
Exposure to processing emissions should be minimized by following all
recommendations in this MSDS.
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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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ECOTOXICITY:
Fish or birds may eat pellets which may obstruct their digestive tracts.
ENVIRONMENTAL FATE:
This material is not expected to be readily biodegradable.
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13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
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Place contaminated materials in disposable containers and dispose of in a
manner consistent with applicable regulations. Contact local environmental
or health authorities for approved disposal of this material. Recover for reuse,
recycle, incinerate for energy or place in waste management facility. Prior to
disposal, consult your environmental contact to determine if the TCLP (Toxicity
Characteristic Leaching Procedure, EPA Test Method 1311) is required. Reference
40 CFR Part 261.
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14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
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The description shown may not apply to all shipping situations.
Consult 49CFR, or appropriate Dangerous Goods Regulations, for
additional description requirements (e.g., technical name) and
mode-specific or quantity-specific shipping requirements.
DOT SHIPPING NAME: NOT DESIGNATED AS A HAZARDOUS MATERIAL BY THE
FEDERAL DOT
DOT HAZARD CLASS: NOT APPLICABLE
DOT IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: NOT APPLICABLE
DOT PACKING GROUP: NOT APPLICABLE
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15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
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SARA 311 CATEGORIES: 1. Immediate (Acute) Health Effects: NO
2. Delayed (Chronic) Health Effects: NO
3. Fire Hazard: NO
4. Sudden Release of Pressure Hazard: NO
5. Reactivity Hazard: NO
REGULATORY LISTS SEARCHED:
01=SARA 313 11=NJ RTK 22=TSCA Sect 5(a)(2)
02=MASS RTK 12=CERCLA 302.4 23=TSCA Sect 6
03=NTP Carcinogen 13=MN RTK 24=TSCA Sect 12(b)
04=CA Prop 65-Carcin 14=ACGIH TWA 25=TSCA Sect 8(a)
05=CA Prop 65-Repro Tox 15=ACGIH STEL 26=TSCA Sect 8(d)
06=IARC Group 1 16=ACGIH Calc TLV 27=TSCA Sect 4(a)
07=IARC Group 2A 17=OSHA PEL 28=Canadian WHMIS
08=IARC Group 2B 18=DOT Marine Pollutant 29=OSHA CEILING
09=SARA 302/304 19=Chevron TWA 30=Chevron STEL
10=PA RTK 20=EPA Carcinogen
None of the listed components of this material are found on the
regulatory lists indicated.
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16. OTHER INFORMATION
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NFPA RATINGS: Health 1; Flammability 1; Reactivity 0;
HMIS RATINGS: Health 0; Flammability 1; Reactivity 0;
(0-Least, 1-Slight, 2-Moderate, 3-High, 4-Extreme, PPE:- Personal
Protection Equipment Index recommendation, *- Chronic Effect
Indicator). These values are obtained using the guidelines or
published evaluations prepared by the National Fire Protection
Association (NFPA) or the National Paint and Coating Association
(for HMIS ratings).
REVISION STATEMENT:
This revision updates Sections 2.
ABBREVIATIONS THAT MAY HAVE BEEN USED IN THIS DOCUMENT:
TLV - Threshold Limit Value TWA - Time Weighted Average
STEL - Short-term Exposure Limit TPQ - Threshold Planning Quantity
RQ - Reportable Quantity PEL - Permissible Exposure Limit
C - Ceiling Limit CAS - Chemical Abstract Service Number
A1-5 - Appendix A Categories () - Change Has Been Proposed
NDA - No Data Available NA - Not Applicable
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Prepared according to the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
(29 CFR 1910.1200) and the ANSI MSDS Standard (Z400.1) by the EHS Product Stewardship
Group, Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LP, 10001 Six Pines Dr., The Woodlands,
TX 77380.
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Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LP believes that the information contained herein (including data and statements) is accurate as of the date hereof. NO
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, IS MADE
AS CONCERNS THE INFORMATION HEREIN PROVIDED. The information provided herein relates only to the specific product designated and may not be valid
where such product is used in combination with any other materials or in any process. Further, since the conditions and methods of use of the product and information
referred to herein are beyond the control of Chevron Phillips, Chevron Phillips expressly disclaims any and all liability as to any results obtained or arising from any
use of the product or such information. No statement made herein shall be construed as a permission or recommendation for the use of any product in a manner that
might infringe existing patents.
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