GEMCO Tuff-BondŽ Hanger Adhesive
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
 

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H.M.I.S.
  HEALTH
FLAMMABILITY
REACTIVITY		 2
3
0
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SECTION I
Date of Preparation:  2/10/95
Trade Name:  GEMCO's Tuff-Bond Hanger Adhesive (for Insulation Clips)
Manufacturer Code ID:  121722
SECTION II - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
 INGREDIENT
 % by WGT
 CAS NO.
 ALLOWABLE EXPOSURE LEVEL
 SKIN
 SARA 313
VP
 mm Hg @ 20 deg. C
toluene
60
108-88-3
 
PPM
MG/CU.M.
 TLV-TWA
50
147
 OSHA-PEL
100
375
 OSHA-STEL
150
560
LFL 1.7
 
UFL 7.1
skin
X
22
LFL = Lower Flammability Limit percent
UFL = Upper Flammability Limit percent
SKIN = skin absorption must be considered as a route of exposure
C-CEILING = allow. exposure level should not be exceeded for any time period
MFR = manufacturer recommended exposure limit
STEL = Short Term Exposure Limit
X-SARA 313 = chemical is subject to reporting requirements of Section 313 of Title III of S.A.R.A. 40 CFR Part 372
SECTION III - HEALTH INFORMATION

Effects of Short Term Overexposure
  Swallowing
    Can cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea and vomiting.  Aspiration of material into lung may cause chemical pneumonitis which can be fatal.
  Inhalation
    May cause nose or throat irritation.  High concentrations may cause acute central nervous system depression characterized by headaches, dizziness, nausea and confusion.
  Eye
    May cause eye irritation.
  Skin
    May cause defatting and irritation of the skin.

Effects of Repeated Overexposure
    Repeated overexposure to toluene may cause liver damage.  Reports have associated prolonged and repeated occupational overexposure to solvents with permanent brain and nervous system damage.  Intentional misuse by deliberately concentrating and inhaling the contents may be harmful or fatal.

Significant Laboratory Data with Possible Relevance to Human Health
    Toluene has been found to cause kidney, lung and spleen damage in laboratory animals.

SECTION IV - FIRST AID AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

Swallowing
  If swallowed, do not induce vomiting.  Call poison control center, hospital emergency room, or physician immediately.
Inhalation
  Remove to fresh air immediately.  If breathing has stopped, give artificial respiration.  Keep warm and quiet.  Get medical attention immediately.
Eye
  Flush with large amounts of water, lifting upper and lower lids occasionally.  Continue for at least 15 minutes.  Get medical attention.
Skin
  Remove contaminated clothing.  Wash affected area with soap and water.  Obtain medical attention if irritation persits.
Notes to Physician
  Any treatment that might be required for overexposure should be directed at the control of symptoms and the clinical conditions.

SECTION V - PHYSICAL DATA
Boiling Range  231 deg. F. (111 deg. C.)
Vapor Density  Heavier than air.
% Violatile by Volume  70
Evaporation Rate  Slower than diethyl ether.
VOC  5.10 lb/gal less water & NPRS*  612 g/l less water (CALCULATED)
VOC  17.55 lb/gal solids  2106 g/l solids (CALCULATED)
Weight Lb./Gal.  8.4
Specific Gravity  1.0

All physical data determined at 68 deg. F. (20 deg. C.) 760 mm Hg
* Negligibly Photochemically Reactive Materials
SECTION VI - FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA

NFPA Flammability Classification  Flammable Liquid - Class IB

Flashpoint  40 deg. F. (4 deg. C.) CALCULATED
Extinguishing Media
  Use NFPA Class B fire extinguishers (carbon dioxide, all purpose dry chemical or alcohol foam) designed to extinguish flammable liquid fires.  Polymer foam is preferred for large fires.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards
  During emergency conditions, overexposure to decomposition products may cause a health hazard.  Symptoms may not be immediately apparent.  Obtain medical attention.
WARNING!  FLAMMABLE.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures
  Water may be ineffective, but may be used to cool exposed containers to prevent pressure build-up and possible auto-ignition or explosion when exposed to extreme heat.  If water is used, fog nozzles are preferable.

SECTION VII - REACTIVITY DATA

Stability
    Normally stable.
  Conditions to Avoid
    Avoid excessive heat (>115 deg. F.) (46 deg. C.) and sources of ignition.
Incompatability (Materials to Avoid)
    Strong acids or alkaline materials.
Hazardous Decomposition Products
    Burning, including when heated by welding or cutting, will produce smoke, carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization
    Will not occur.
  Conditions to Avoid
    None known.

SECTION VIII - ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION

Steps to be taken if material is released or spilled
  Keep spectators away.  Eliminate all ignition sources (flames, hot surfaces, and sources of electrical, static or frictional sparks).  Dike and contain spill with inert material (e.g. sand, earth).  Transfer liquids to covered metal containers for recovery or disposal, or remove with inert absorbent.  Use only non-sparking tools.  Place absorbent diking materials in covered metal containers for disposal.  Prevent contamination of sewers, streams, and groundwater with spilled material or used absorbent.
Waste Disposal
  Dispose of in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.
RCRA Classification
  This product, if discarded directly, would be classified a hazardous waste based on its ignitability characteristic, i.e. has a flashpoint of 140 deg. F. (60 deg.C.) or less.  The proper RCRA classification would be D001.
Environmental Hazards
  None known.

SECTION IX - PERSONAL PROTECTION INFORMATION

Respiratory Protection
  Proper selection of respiratory protection depends upon many factors including duration/level of exposure and conditions of use.  In general, exposure to organic chemicals such as those contained in this product may not require the use of respiratory protection if used in well ventilated areas.  In restricted ventilation areas a NIOSH approved chemical cartridge respirator may be required.  Under certain conditions, such as spraying, a mechanical prefilter may also be required.  In confined areas use a NIOSH/MSHA approved air supplied respirator.  If the TLV's listed in Section II are exceeded use a properly fitted NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator with an appropriate protection factor.  Refer to OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 "Respiratory Protection" and "Respiratory Protection A Manual and Guideline, American Industrial Hygiene Association".
Ventilation
  Provide local exhaust ventilation in sufficent volume and pattern so as to maintain exposures below nusiance dust limits and permissible exposure limits which may be listed in Section II.  Refer to Industrial Ventilation - A Manual for Recommended Practice - American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists.
Hand Protection
  Solvent impermeable gloves are required for repeated or prolonged contact.
Eye Protection
  Wear safety spectacles.
Other Protective Equipment
  Not likely to be needed.

SECTION X - SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS

Precautions to be taken in handling and storage
  Do not store above 115 deg. F. (46 deg. C.).  Store large quantities in compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.106.
Other Precautions
  Do not take internally.  Close container after each use.
Empty containers must not be washed and re-used for any purpose.
Containers should be grounded and bonded to the receiving container.
Do not weld, braze, or cut on empty container.
Never use pressure to empty.  Drum is not a pressure vessel.

SECTION XI - OTHER INFORMATION
The information contained herein is based on data considerd to be accurate.  While the information is believed to be reliable, no warranty is expressed or implied regarding the accuracy of this data or the results to be obtained from the use thereof.  Since the use of this information and the conditions and use of this product are controlled by the user, it is the user's obligation to determine the conditions of safe use of the product.

The Corporate Safety and Environmental Affairs Department is responsible for the preparation of this Material Safety Data Sheet.