Material Safety Data Sheet for Plastmo Heavy Bodied PVC Cement as supplied by IPS Corporation revised July 1994
Section I
IPS Corporation
17109 S. Main St.
P.O. Box 379
Gardena, CA 90248
Transportation Emergencies
Chemtrec; (800) 424-9300
Medical Emergencies: (213) 222-3212 (LA. Poison Center 24hr.)
Business: (310) 366 3300
Chemical Name and Family
Solvent Cement for PVC Plastic
Mixture of PVC Resin and Organic Solvents
Trade Name
Weld-On #3121 PVC
Formula: Proprietary
Section II
None of the ingredients below are listed as carcinogens by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
_________________________CAS#_APPROX.%_ACGIH-TLV_ACGIH-STEL_OSHA-PEL_OSHA-STEL
Polyvinyl ChlorideResin(PVC)_NON/HAZ__N/A__________________________________N/A______________
Tetrahydrofuran (THF)_____109-99-9____50-75______200 PPM____250 PPM_____200 PPM_____250 PPM
Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK)__78-93-3_______5*_______200 PPM____300 PPM____200 PPM_____300 PPM
Cyclohexanone__________108-94-1_____1-10_______25 PPM_Skin_________________________________
*Title III Section 313 Supplier Notification: This product contains toxic chemicals subject to the reporting requirements of section 313 of the Emergency Planning and Community Right To Know Act of 1986 and of 40CFR372. This information must be included in all MSDS's that are copied and distributed for this material.
Shipping Information
DOT Shipping Name: Adhesive
DOT Hazard Class: 3
Identification Number: UN 1133
Packaging Group: II
Label Required: Flamable Liquid
Special Hazard Designations
___________________HMIS_____NFPA
Health_______________2__________2
Flamability___________3__________3
Reactivity____________0__________1
Protective Equipment__H
Hazard Rating: 0=minimal, 1=slight, 2=moderate, 3=serious, 4=severe
SECTION III PHYSICAL DATA
Appearance: Clear, heavy syrupy liquid
Odor: Ethereal
Boiling Point: 151 deg. F Based on first boiling point component:THF
Specific Gravity: @ 73 +/- 2 deg. F, Typical 0.980 +/- 0.040
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): 143 mm Hg. Based on first boiling component, THF @ 20 deg. C
Percent Volatile by Volume (%): Approx. 70-85%
Vapor density (Air=1): 2.49
Evaporation Rate (BUAC=1): >1.0
Solubility in water: Solvent portion completely soluable in water Resin portion separates out
VOC Statement: VOC as manufactured: 760 grams/liter, Maximum VOC emission per SCAQMD Rule 1168, Test Method 316A:560 Grams/Liter. Remains in joint
SECTION IV-Fire and Explosion Hazard Data
Flash Point: 6 deg. F T.C.C. Based on THF
Flammable Limits (% Volume): LEL=2, UEL=11.8
Fire Extinguishing Media: Ansul "Purple K" potassium bicorbonate dry chemical, carbon dioxide, National Aer- O-Foam universal alcohol resistant foam, water spray.
Special Firefighting Procedures: Evacuate enclosed areas, stay upwind. Close or confined quarters require self- contained breathing apparatus, positive pressure hose masks or airline masks. Use water spray to cool containers, to flush spills from source of ignition and to disperse vapors.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Fire hazard because of low flash point and high volatility. Vapors are heavier than air and may travel to source of ignition.
SECTION V HEALTH HAZARD DATA
PRIMARY ROUTES OF ENTRY: Inhalation and skin contact.
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE
ACUTE: Inhalation: Severe overexposure may result in nausea, dizziness, headache. Can cause drowsiness, irritation of eyes and nasal passages.
Skin Contact: Skin irritant. Liquid contact may remove natural skin oils resulting in skin irritation. Dermatitis may occur with prolonged contact.
Skin Absorption: Prolonged or widespread exposure may result in the absorption of harmful amounts of material.
Eye Contact: Overexposure may result in severe eye injury with corneal or conjuctival inflammation on contact with the liquid. Vapors slightly uncomfortable.
Ingestion: Moderately toxic. May cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea. May cause mental sluggishness.
CHRONIC: Symptons of respiratory tract irritation and damage to respiratory apithalium were reported in rate exposed to 5000 ppm THF for 90 days. Elevation of SGPT suggests a disturbance in liver function. The NOEL was reported to be 200 ppm.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE: Individuals with prexisting diseases of the eyes, skin or respiratory system may have increased susceptibility to the toxicity of excessive exposures.
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:
Inhalation: If overcome by vapors, remove to fresh air and if breathing stopped, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Call physician.
Eye Contact: Flush eyes with plenty of water for 15 minutes and call a physician.
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation develops, get medical attention.
Ingestion: Give 1 or 2 glasses of water or milk. Do not induce vomiting. Call physician or poison control center immediately.
SECTION VI - REACTIVITY
STABILITY - Stable
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Keep away from heat, sparks, open flame and other sources of ignition.
INCOMPATIBILITY: (MATERIALS TO AVOID) Caustics, ammonia, inorganic acids, chlorinated compounds, strong oxidizers and isocynates.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: When forced to burn, this product gives out carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen chloride and smoke.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Keep away from heat, sparks, open flame and other sources of ignition.
SECTION VII - SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED: Eliminate all ignition sources. Avoid breathing of vapors. Keep liquid out of eyes. Flush with large amount of water. Contain liquid with sand or earth. Absorb with sand or nonflammable aabsorbent material and transfer in steel drums for recovery or disposal. Prevent liquid from entering drains.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD: Local, State and Federal regulations. Consult disposal expert. Can be disposed of by incineration. Excessive quantities should not be permitted to enter drains. Empty containers should be air dried before disposing. Hazardous Waste Code: 214
SECTION VIII - SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION (Specify type)
Atmospheric levels should be maintained below established exposure limits contained in Section II. If airborne concentrations exceed those limits, use of a NIOSH-approved organic vapor cartridge respirator with full face- piece is recommended. The effectiveness of an air purifying respirator is limited. Use it only for a single short- term exposure. For emergency and other conditions where short term exposure guidelines may be exceeded, use an approved positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus.
VENTILATION - Use only with adequate ventilation. Provide sufficient ventilation in volume and pattern to keep contaminants below applicable exposure limits set forth in Section II. Use only explosion proof ventilation equipment.
PROTECTIVE GLOVES: PVA coated.
EYE PROTECTION: Splashproof chemical goggles.
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AND HYGIENIC PRACTICES: Impervious apron and a source of running water to flush or wash the eyes and skin in case of contact.
SECTION IX - SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORING
Store in the shade between 40 degrees F - 110 degrees F. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flame and other sources of ignition. Avoid prolonged breathing of vapor. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Train employees on all special handling procedures before they work with this product.
OTHER PRECAUTIONS: Follow all precautionary information given on container label, product bulletins and our solvent cementing literature. All handling equipment should be electrically grounded.