Material Safety Data Sheet
Freeman Machinable Wax
Date of Preparation: January 3, 2007 Revision:
Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product/Chemical Name: Freeman Machinable Wax HMIS
Chemical Family: Wax 0
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CAS Number: N/A 1
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Other Designations: N/A 0
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General Use: N/A PPE鈥?
Manufacturer: Freeman Manufacturing and Supply Company, 1101 Moore Road, Avon, OH 44011, 鈥燬ec. 8
Phone (440)934-1902, FAX (440)934-7200, Hours of Operation 8-5, Emergency Phone Number 800-424-9300.
Emergency Overview
Warning! Hot wax can cause burns to eyes and skin. When handling hot wax, use heat-protective gloves and other PPE
to protect against thermal burns. Spills may create a slipping hazard.
Section 2 - Composition / Information on Ingredients
Proprietary Mixture
Within the definition of Hazardous Materials according to OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200 (c), this product is not hazardous.
Section 3 - Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State: Solid Water Solubility: Insoluble in cold water
Appearance and Odor: Solid material, may vary in Boiling Point: >450掳 F
color faint odor. Freezing/Melting Point: Softening Point by Ring and Ball
Vapor Density (Air=1): Not available Apparatus ASTM E28-58T: 225掳 F.
% Volatile: Negligible
Specific Gravity (H2O=1, at 4 掳C): 0.92
Section 4 - Fire-Fighting Measures
NFPA
Flash Point: 575 掳F (302掳C)
Flash Point Method: COC
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Autoignition Temperature: N/A
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LEL: N/A
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UEL: N/A
Extinguishing Media: CO2, foam, water fog, and dry chemical.
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: None.
Hazardous Combustion Products: CO, CO2, smoke, fumes.
Fire-Fighting Instructions: Wear protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes. Do not release runoff from fire
control methods to sewers or waterways.
Fire-Fighting Equipment: Because fire may produce toxic thermal decomposition products, wear a self-contained breathing
apparatus (SCBA) with a full facepiece operated in pressure-demand or positive-pressure mode.
Section 5 - Stability and Reactivity
Stability: Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions.
Polymerization: Hazardous polymerization will not occur.
Conditions to Avoid: Heat and open flames.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Thermal oxidative decomposition can produce CO and CO2.
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Section 6 - Health Hazard Information
Potential Health Effects
Primary Entry Routes: Inhalation (when the product is thermally degraded)
Target Organs: Upper respiratory tract.
Acute Effects/Chronic Effects:
Solid product: Acute and chronic health effects are not expected as long as good industrial hygiene and safety precautions are
followed.
Hot molten product:
Inhalation: At elevated temperatures dense fumes may develop which can cause respiratory tract irritation and other breathing
disorders.
Eye: Contact with hot product will cause burns to the eyes.
Skin: Skin contact with hot material may result in severe burns.
Ingestion: No significant adverse effects are anticipated. If swallowed in large quantities, this material can obstruct the
intestine.
Carcinogenicity: IARC, NTP, and OSHA do not list any component as carcinogenic.
Emergency and First Aid Procedures
Inhalation: Move victim to fresh air. Get medical attention if nasal, throat or lung irritation develops.
Eye Contact: Remove contact lenses. Hold eyelids apart. Immediately flush eyes with plenty of low-pressure water for at least
15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation persists. HOT MOLTEN product: Cool burns with plenty of low-pressure
water. Get immediate medical attention.
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation develops or persists. HOT MOLTEN product:
Immediately cool skin with water and cold packs for at least 15 minutes. Do NOT put ice directly on the skin. Do NOT
attempt to remove solidified wax from the skin as severe tissue damage may result. Get immediate medical attention. See Note
to Physician.
Ingestion: Not an ingestion hazard under anticipated conditions of use. For accidental ingestion: If conscious, drink one to two
glasses of water (8-16 oz.). Do not induce vomiting. Get immediate medical attention. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person.
Note to Physicians: For HOT MOLTEN or HOT LIQUID product: Material should not be forcibly pulled from the skin.
Mineral oil may be used to loosen and soften the material.
Section 7 - Spill, Leak, and Disposal Procedures
Spill /Leak Procedures: No special precautions necessary. If product is not contaminated, scoop into clean containers for use.
If product is contaminated, scoop into containers and dispose appropriately. If molten, allow to cool and scrape up. Refer to
Section 8, Personal Protective Equipment and General Hygiene Practices.
Disposal: Burn in an approved incinerator or place in an approved landfill. Follow applicable Federal, state, and local
regulations.
EPA Regulations:
RCRA Hazardous Waste Number: Not listed (40 CFR 261.33)
RCRA Hazardous Waste Classification (40 CFR 261.): Not classified
CERCLA Hazardous Substance (40 CFR 302.4) listed/unlisted specific per RCRA, Sec. 3001; CWA, Sec. 311 (b)(4); CWA,
Sec. 307(a), CAA, Sec. 112: Not listed.
SARA 311/312 Codes: No hazard categories identified.
SARA Toxic Chemical (40 CFR 372.65): No components were identified.
TSCA Inventory: The components of this product are listed on the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) inventory.
California Proposition 65: This product is not known to contain any components for which the State of California has found to
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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Section 8 - Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Engineering Controls: Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of mists
and/or vapors below the recommended exposure limits (see below). An eye wash station and safety shower should be located
near the work-station.
Respiratory Protection: The need for respiratory protection is not anticipated under normal use conditions and with adequate
ventilation. If elevated airborne concentrations above applicable workplace exposure levels are anticipated, a NIOSH-approved
organic vapor respirator equipped with a dust/mist prefilter should be used.
Protective Clothing/Equipment:
Hand Protection: When handling product at elevated temperatures, use heat-resistant gloves. With product at ambient
temperatures, use disposable nitrile, neoprene or butyl rubber gloves with repeated or prolonged use.
Body Protection: Prevent skin contact when handling heated material. Use insulated, heat-resistant clothing such as apron or
slicker suit.
Eye Protection: Use a full-face shield and safety glasses if handling heated material. With product at ambient temperatures,
use safety glasses equipped with side shields.
Safety Stations: Make emergency eyewash stations, safety/quick-drench showers, and washing facilities available in work area.
General Hygienic Practices: Avoid breathing dust, vapor or mist. Avoid contamination of food, beverages, or smoking
materials. Wash thoroughly after handling, and before eating, drinking or smoking. Remove contaminated clothing promptly
and clean thoroughly before reuse.
Occupational Exposure Guidelines:
Substance: Paraffin Wax Fume ACGIH STEL: 2 mg/m3 NIOSH TWA: 2 mg/m3
Section 9 - Special Precautions and Comments
Handling Precautions: Use normal precautions when handling hot molten liquid solutions. Do not breathe fumes or vapor
from heated material. Do not allow hot material to contact skin. With the product at ambient temperatures, avoid creating and
breathing dust. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Storage Requirements: Store at ambient temperatures in closed containers. This material can catch fire if overheated. Do not
heat this material above the flash point. Keep away from flame and open electrical coils.
DOT Transportation Data (49 CFR 172.101):
Shipping Name: Not Regulated Packaging Authorizations Quantity Limitations
Shipping Symbols: a) Exceptions: a) Passenger, Aircraft, or Railcar:
Hazard Class: b) Non-bulk Packaging: b) Cargo Aircraft Only:
ID No.: c) Bulk Packaging: Vessel Stowage Requirements
Label: a) Vessel Stowage:
Packing Group: b) Other:
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Revision Notes:
Disclaimer: The following supersedes Buyer鈥檚 documents. SELLER MAKES NO REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY,
EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE. No statements herein are to be construed as inducements to infringe any relevant patent. Under no
circumstances shall Seller be liable for incidental, consequential or indirect damages for alleged negligence, breach of warranty,
strict of liability arising in connection with the product(s). Buyer鈥檚 sole remedy and Seller鈥檚 sole liability for any claims shall be
Buyer鈥檚 purchase price. Data and results are based on controlled lab work and must be confirmed by Buyer by testing for its
intended conditions of use. The product(s) has not been tested for, and is therefore not recommended for, uses for which
prolonged contact with mucous membranes, abraded skin, or blood is intended; or for uses for which implantation within the
human body is intended.
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