Material Safety
Data Sheet
24 Hour Emergency Assistance December 2000
Solvay (281) 479-0365
CHEMTREC 1-800-424-9300
SECTION 1 PRODUCT NAME
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1a. Trade name Fortiflex Polyethylene
G36-24-150
1b. This MSDS applies to the product codes listed
in this section.
1c. Chemical Name/Synonyms Polyethylene Plastics
1d. CAS number(s) 9002-88-4 25213-02-9
SECTION 2 INGREDIENTS
2a. Polyethylene Homopolymers or Copolymers
2b. This product is non-hazardous under Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200
SECTION 3 HAZARD INFORMATION
3a. Effects of acute over exposure: None determined
3b. Effects of chronic over exposure: None determined
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3c. OSHA permissible exposure limit: 5 mg/m respirable dust
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15 mg/m total dust
3d. Carcinogen potential:
National Toxicology Program: Not listed
I.A.R.C. Monograms: Not listed
OSHA: Not listed
SECTION 4 EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES
4a. Inhalation: The material is not expected to present an inhalation hazard.
4b. Eyes: Immediately flush polymer fines from eyes with water for at least 15
minutes; get medical attention.
4c. Skin: Cool skin rapidly if contacted with molten polymer. Obtain medical
attention for thermal burns.
4d. Ingestion: No adverse health effects expected from ingestion.
SECTION 5 FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
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5a. Flash point: > 650 F (ASTM E 136)
5b. Upper explosive limit: Not determined
5c. Lower explosive limit: Not determined
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5d. Auto ignition temperature: > 650 F (estimated)
5e. Extinguishing media: Dry chemical, water fog, foam, carbon dioxide
5f. Special fire & explosion hazards: Dense smoke emitted when burned without sufficient
oxygen. Possible dust explosion if fines accumulate.
Wear standard fire fighting attire.
SECTION 6 SPILLS AND DISPOSAL
6a. Land spill: Spilled material should be swept up and discarded. Comply with
applicable federal, state or local regulations.
6b. Water spill: Advise local authorities if spilled in waterway or sewer. Skim from
surface of water if possible.
6c. Waste disposal: Dispose in accordance with local regulations.
SECTION 7 STORAGE AND HANDLING
7a. Inspect handling system regularly for possible accumulation of fines. Fines can present an
explosion hazard when exposed to heat, sparks and open flames.
7b. Allow all outlets to ventilate before unloading to prevent possible explosion hazard. Use proper
grounding procedures.
SECTION 8 PROTECTIVE MEASURES
8a. Wear safety glasses, face shield or chemical goggles to avoid getting material in the eyes during
bulk handling.
8b. Wear protective sleeves when processing material at elevated temperatures to minimize possibility
of thermal burns.
8c. Adequate ventilation is recommended to minimize accumulation of fines or vapors during processing
and handling. An approved respirator may be needed in areas with a high accumulation of fines.
SECTION 9 PHYSICAL DATA
9a. Appearance and Odor: Odorless,colorless pellets
9b. Boiling Point: Not applicable
9c. Solubility: Insoluble in water
9d. Evaporation: Not applicable
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9e. Specific Gravity: 0.935-0.970 (g/cm @ 23 C)
9f. Vapor Pressure: Not applicable
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9g. Melting Point: 230-275 F
9h. Vapor Density: Not applicable
9i. Percent Volatile: Negligible
SECTION 10 REACTIVITY
10a. Stability: This material is stable.
10b. Hazardous polymerization: Hazardous polymerization will not occur.
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10c. Conditions to avoid: Avoid temperatures over 650 F.
Avoid storage or contact with strong oxidizing agents.
10d. Combustion products: The following combustion products may be generated:
carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, water vapor, and trace
volatile organic compounds.
SECTION 11 ADDITIONAL REGULATORY INFORMATION
This material is not regulated by D.O.T.
This material is on the TSCA inventory.
This material is not subject to specific CERCLA reporting requirements.
This material is not subject to SARA 313 reporting requirements.
This material is not subject to California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act (Proposition 65)
reporting.
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