Pebax™ MSDS – MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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01 - IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
| NAME OF THE PREPARATION | PEBAX 33 SERIES |
| RECOMMENDED USES | Mouldings Extrusion |
| SDS No SUPPLIER |
00875 ARKEMA |
| D. POLYMERES TECHNIQUES Cours Michelet - La Défense 10 92091 PARIS LA DEFENSE CEDEX FRANCE Téléphone : 01 49 00 80 80 Télécopie : 01 49 00 83 96 |
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| Emergency telephone number | (*) 44 1865 407 333 (*) |
02 - COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
| CHEMICAL NATURE OF THE PREPARATION |
POLYETHER BLOCK AMIDES (various grades) SA : PRESENCE OF : stabilizer preventing thermo-oxidation SN / SW : PRESENCE OF : stabilizer preventing thermo-oxidation and photo-oxidation by sunlight (effects of weather) SD : PRESENCE OF : stabilizer preventing thermo-oxidation and photo-oxidation by sunlight (effects of weather) and Mould release agent Possible presence of pigments |
| EINECS GRADES (*) |
Conforms
G MX 1205 SN 03 - G MX 1940 SN 03 - G 7033 SN 02 (*) 2533 - 3533 – 4033 - 5533 - 6333 - 7033 - 7233 MX 1205 - MX 1217 - MX 1411 - MX 1438 - MX 1717 - MX 1721 - MX 1722 - MX 1725 MX 1726 - MX 1727 - MX 1745 - MX 1900 - MX 1910 MX 1508-40LT |
03 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
| MOST IMPORTANT HAZARDS PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL HAZARDS SPECIFIC HAZARDS / EC |
-Thermal decomposition giving toxic products Preparation not classified as dangerous |
04 - FIRST AID MEASURES
| INHALATION | Dust inhalation : Move to fresh air In case of persistent problems : consult a doctor Inhalation of vapours due to thermal decomposition : Move to fresh air Oxygen or artificial respiration if needed In case of persistent problems : Consult a doctor |
| SKIN CONTACT |
Wash immediately, abundantly and and thoroughly with water On contact with hot product : Cool skin rapidly with cold water after contact with molten polymer In case of adhesion, do not try to remove the product Treat the affected areas as thermal burns Consult a doctor |
| EYE CONTACT | Wash immediately, abundantly and thoroughly with water If irritation persists, consult an ophthalmologist On contact with hot product : Cool eyes rapidly with cold water after contact with molten polymer Consult an ophthalmologist immediately |
| INGESTION | In case of problems, consult a doctor |
05 - FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
| SUITABLE EXTINGUISHING MEDIA | Water spray Foam Carbon dioxide (CO2) |
| SPECIFIC HAZARDS | Temperature above 300 °C : Thermal decomposition giving toxic products : Possible formation of : Carbon monoxide Ammonia Amino derivatives Temperature above 500 °C : Formation of toxic products through combustion : Carbon oxides |
| SPECIFIC METHODS | Hydrogen cyanide (hydrocyanic acid) (traces) Ensure a system for the rapid emptying of containers |
| SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIREFIGHTERS |
In case of fire nearby, remove the bags
In case of fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus |
06 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
| PERSONAL PROTECTION | Sweep up to prevent hazard of slipping Wear a dust mask and safety glasses/goggles if necessary |
| ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION | Prohibit contact with skin and inhalation of dust Do not release into the environment Do not let the product enter into drains |
| METHODS FOR CLEANING UP Recovery |
- Recover the product Sweep up to prevent hazard of slipping |
| Disposal | (in accordance with local and national regulations) Destroy the product by incineration at an approved waste disposal site |
07 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
| HANDLING Technical measures/Precautions |
- Storage and handling precautions applicable to products : SOLID (pellets) Ensure appropriate exhaust and ventilation at machinery Provide water point nearby |
| Safe handling advice | At all stages of the operation, do not exceed the temperature at which decomposition into toxic and corrosive products will occur Avoid accumulation of static charges during transfers in metallic system Avoid the possible formation of dust Prohibit sources of sparks and ignition - Do not smoke Keep well away from naked flames |
| STORAGE Technical measures/Storage conditions | Store away from moisture and heat to maintain the technical properties of the product Keep at temperatures below 60 °C Remove all sources of ignition Provide electrical earthing of equipment and electrical equipment usable in explosive atmospheres |
| PACKAGING MATERIALS Recommended |
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Triplex bags (paper, aluminium, polyethylene) |
08 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
| PROTECTIVE PROVISIONS | Ensure ventilation of work areas and extraction of dust or vapours likely to be given off during conversion operations |
| CONTROL PARAMETERS Exposure limits |
- Inhalable dusts : FRANCE 1999 : VME= 10 mg/m³ USA-ACGIH 2004 : TLV-TWA = 10 mg/m³ Respirable dusts : FRANCE 1999 : VME = 5 mg/m³ USA-ACGIH 2004 : TLV-TWA = 3 mg/m³ |
| PERSONAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT Respiratory protection |
- In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment (product handled when hot) Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in case of thermal decomposition of the product |
| Hand protection Eye protection |
Gloves (product handled in molten state) Safety glasses/goggles (product handled in molten state) - Wear face-shield and protective clothing in case of problems during processing |
| Skin and body protection Specific hygiene measures |
Boots (product handled in molten state) Prohibit contact with skin and eyes and inhalation of vapours (product handled in molten state) |
09 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
| PHYSICAL STATE (20°C) | Solid (pellets) |
| COLOUR | Colourless or Mass coloured |
| ODOUR | None |
| MELTING POINT/RANGE | (130 - 175) °C |
| DECOMPOSITION TEMPERATURE | (300 - 350) °C |
| AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE | (370 - 450) °C Standard : ASTM D 1929-77 (B) |
| BULK DENSITY | 550 - 650 kg/m³ |
| SOLUBILITY | - |
| WATER | Insoluble (20°C) |
| Solvents | Soluble in : PHENOL, METACRESOL, BENZYL ALCOHOL(when hot) Formic acid (concentrate), Sulphuric acid (concentrate) Partly soluble in : METHYLENE CHLORIDE |
| OTHER DATA | Calorific value : 8130 - 8740 Kc/kg |
10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
| CONDITIONS TO AVOID | Store away from moisture and heat to maintain the technical properties of the product Keep at temperatures below 60°C Remove all sources of ignition |
| HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS |
Temperatures above 300 °C : Thermal decomposition giving toxic products : Possible formation of : Carbon monoxide, ammonia, amine derivatives Temperature above 500°C : Formation of toxic products through combustion : Carbon oxides Hydrogen cyanide (hydrocyanic acid) (traces) |
| FURTHER INFORMATION | The product is stable under normal handling and storage conditions |
11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
| ACUTE TOXICITY Ingestion Skin-contact LOCAL EFFECTS Inhalation |
According to its composition, can be considered as : Slightly or not harmful by ingestion Slightly harmful in contact with skin No data available on this product to our knowledge According to its composition : Dust inhalation : Risk of irritation of respiratory system At high temperature, products of thermal decomposition can be irritating to respiratory system |
| Skin-contact | According to its composition, can be considered as : Slightly or not irritating to skin At high temperature, products of thermal decomposition can be irritating to skin Contact with the product, when handled at high temperatures, can cause serious burns |
| Eye-contact | According to its composition, can be considered as : Slightly or not irritating to eyes At high temperature, products of thermal decomposition can be irritating to eyes |
| CHRONIC TOXICITY | Polymer : No particular problems for man |
| SPECIFIC EFFECTS | Polymer : No particular problems for man |
12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
| PERSISTENCE/DEGRADABILITY In water |
- Inert polymer Not biodegradable on the basis of its structure |
13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
| DISPOSAL O T |
Recycle if possible Or Destroy the product by incineration at an approved waste disposal site (in accordance with local and national regulations) |
| DISPOSAL OF PACKAGING | Recycle if possible Or Destroy packaging by incineration at an approved waste disposal site |
14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION
| Technical consignment name : ADR/RID ADN/ADNR IMDG IATA |
See Section : 2 Not regulated ADN/ADNR Not regulated IMDG Not regulated IATA Not regulated Consult ARKEMA's safety department for any further information |
15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
| EEC DIRECTIVE SAFETY DATA SHEETS |
- D. 91/155/EEC amended by D.93/112/EEC and D. 2001/58/CE: Dangerous substances and preparations |
| EC CLASSIFICATION / LABELLING DANGEROUS PREPARATIONS |
- D. 1999/45/EC amended by D. 2001/60/CE Not classified as dangerous |
| INVENTORIES | EINECS (EU) : conforms |
16 - OTHER INFORMATION
| FURTHER INFORMATION | - |
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This information applies to the PRODUCT AS SUCH and conforming to specifications of ARKEMA
In case of formulations or mixtures, it is necessary to ascertain that a new danger will not appear
The information contained is based on our knowledge of the product, at the date of publishing and it is given quite sincerely. However the revision of
some data is in progress
Users are advised of possible additional hazards when the product is used in applications for which it was not intended. This sheet shall only be used
and reproduced for prevention and security
purposes
The references to legislative, regulatory and codes of practice documents cannot be considered as exhaustive
It is the responsibility of the person receiving the product to refer to the totality of the official documents concerning the use, the possession and the
handling of the product
It is also the responsibility of the handlers of the product to pass on to any subsequent persons who will come into contact with the product (usage,
storage, cleaning of containers, other processes)
the totality of the information contained within this safety data sheet and necessary for safety at work, the protection of health and the protection of
environment
The (*) indicate the changes made with respect to the previous version
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