M A T E R I A L S A F E T Y D A T A S H E E T Rev M4400.03B
For Coating, Resins, and Related Materials NPCA 1-84
MANUFACTURER'S NAME EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NO.
BENJAMIN MOORE & Co. 800-424-9300 (CHEMTREC)
51 CHESTNUT RIDGE RD.
MONTVALE, NJ 07645
DATE OF PREPARATION INFORMATION TELEPHONE
15-DEC-97 (Sup. 29-OCT-96) 201-573-9600
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SECTION I - PRODUCT ID
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HMIS CODE SARA TITLE 312
PRODUCT CODE: M44 | | | Acute: YES |
CLASS: WATER THINNED PAINT | Health: 2* | | Chronic: YES |
NAME: ACRYLIC EPOXY GLOSS COATING | Flammability: 1 | | Fire: NO |
CATALYST | Reactivity: 0 | | Pressure: NO |
COLOR: ALL | Personal Prot.: | | React: NO |
For a complete description of HMIS and an explanation of the PERSONAL PROT:
code, see Section XX.
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SECTION II - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
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INGREDIENT MAX PCT CAS NO.
TLV PEL STEL CEIL MM Hg TEMP
Epoxy Resin (f) 27.8 25068386
N/E N/E N/E N/E N/A
Phenol, polymer w/ (f*) 3.0 28064144
formaldehyde, glycidyl ether N/E N/E N/E N/E N/A
2-Propanol-1-Butoxy (f) 6.9 5131668
N/E N/E N/E N/E N/A
Ethylene Glycol 5.9 1559359
Mono-2-Ethylhexyl Ether (f3) N/E N/E N/E N/E N/A
Diethylene Glycol 1.0 1559360
Mono-2-Ethylhexy Ether (f3) N/E N/E N/E N/E N/A
f Federal Hazard List
* Hazardous only as a dust when product is sanded.
3 Sect. 313 of the Emergency Planning & Community Right-To-Know Act of 1986
and of 40 CFR 37
This product may contain small amounts of materials known to the
State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
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SECTION III - PHYSICAL DATA
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BOILING RANGE: N/A VAPOR DENSITY: HEAVIER THAN AIR
WEIGHT PER GAL: 8.6 - 8.6
EVAPORATION RATE: SLOWER THAN ETHER % VOLATILE VOLUME: 66.6 - 66.6
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SECTION IV - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
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FLAMMABILITY CLASSIFICATION: COMBUSTIBLE FLASH PT.: 156 F PMCC
LEL: 1.1
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: FOAM CO2 DRY CHEMICAL WATER FOG
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS:
Closed containers may burst if exposed to extreme heat or fire.
Toxic gases may form when product burns.
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING PROCEDURES:
Cool exposed containers with water. Use self-contained breathing apparatus.
Do not use water stream on burning liquid.
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SECTION V - HEALTH HAZARD DATA
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IMPORTANT: Designed to be mixed with other components. The resulting material
will have the hazards of all its components.
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE - ACUTE:
Inhalation - Harmful if inhaled. May affect the brain or nervous system,
causing dizziness, headache or nausea.
Contact - Causes eye irritation. Contact - Causes skin
irritation. Ingestion - Irritation of the digestive tract and nervous system
depression (drowsiness, dizziness, loss of coordination and fatigue).
Aspiration Hazard - This material can enter lungs during swallowing or vomiting
and cause lung inflammation and damage.
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE - CHRONIC:
Skin Contact - Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause dermititis.
May cause allergic skin reaction.
NOTICE: Reports have associated permanent brain and nervous system damage with
repeated, prolonged overexposure to solvents among persons engaged in the
painting trade. Intentional misuse by deliberately concentrating and inhaling
the contents may be harmful or fatal.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS PRONE TO AGGRAVATION BY EXPOSURE:
None expected when used in accordance with Safe Handling and Use Information
(Section VIII).
PRIMARY ROUTE(S) OF ENTRY: DERMAL INHALATION INGESTION
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:
Inhalation - Remove from hazard area, maintain breathing, call physician.
Eye Contact - Flush immediately with large amounts of water. Call physician.
Skin Contact - Wash with soap and water.
Ingestion - Drink 1 or 2 glasses of water to dilute. Do NOT induce vomiting.
Call physician.
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SECTION VI - REACTIVITY DATA
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STABILITY: STABLE HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION WILL NOT OCCUR
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Burning may produce carbon dioxide and carbon
monoxide.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Elevated temperatures and build up of vapors
INCOMPATIBILITY (MATERIALS TO AVOID): Oxidizing Agents, acids
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SECTION VII - SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
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STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED:
Remove all sources of ignition. Avoid breathing vapors. Use non-sparking
tools to return materials to container. Absorb residue with Fullers earth.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD:
Conventional procedures in compliance with local, state and federal regulations.
Do not incinerate sealed containers.
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SECTION VIII - SAFE HANDLING AND USE INFORMATION
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RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:
Wear a properly fitted vapor/particulate approved by NIOSH/MSHA for use with
paints (TC-23C) during application or sanding and until all vapors and spray
mist are exhausted. In confined spaces or in situations where not possible,
wear a positive-pressure, supplied air respirator (NIOSH/MSHA TC-19C).
VENTILATION:
Adequate to maintain working atmosphere below T.L.V. and L.E.L. (See Sect. II
for ingredient data and concentrations). Mechanical exhaust may be required in
confined areas. Discharge exhaust only in area away from ignition sources.
PROTECTIVE GLOVES: Solvent impermeable gloves are required.
EYE PROTECTION: Splash goggles or safety glasses with side shields.
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Clothing adequate to protect skin.
HYGIENIC PRACTICES:
Remove and wash clothing before reuse. Wash hands before eating,
smoking or using the washroom.
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SECTION IX - SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
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PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORAGE:
Combustible - Keep away from heat and flame.
OTHER PRECAUTIONS:
Use only with adequate ventilation. Avoid prolonged contact with skin and
breathing of vapor spray mist or sanding dust.
Close container after each use. Keep out of reach of children. Do not take
internally.
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SECTION XX
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HMIS (Hazardous Materials Identification System) (R) NPCA
HMIS is a recognized workplace Hazard Communications System as requird by OSHA
(40 CFR 1910. 1200). Information on establishing a complaint hazardous
communication program using HMIS is available from:
American Labelmark Co., Inc., Labelmaster Division
5724 N. Pulaski Rd., Chicago, IL 60646
1-800-621-5808
The ratings assigned by Benjamin Moore & Co. are only suggested ratings; the
contractor/ employer has ultimate responsibility for HMIS rating where this
system is used.
Personal Protection: This code is left
on application technique and the workplace ventilation. Please read Sections II
through IX of this MSDS before deciding on appropriate protective equipment and
beginning work. There are codes available for this section which can be
obtained from Labelmaster.
Note: There are no SARA reportable materials in this product.