Alpha Technologies Spill Control Barrier System - Manual (Page 18)

Alpha Industrial Power Spill Control Barrier System
Revision Date: March 18, 2008 MSDS No. AAG (A)
Installation Manual Page 17 of 25
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION
Product Name: ADHESIVE GEL (RESIN), PART-A
Chemical Family: Epoxy Resin Mixture
Company Name: Eastern Resins Corp.
1174 River Street Woonsocket, RI
02895, USA BUSINESS PHONE:
EMERGENCY PHONE: (401) 769-6700
(800) 255-3924
2. COMPOSITION
Exposure Limits
ACGIH OSHA
Chemical Name Wt % TLV-TWA PEL
Epoxy resin Mixture >70 N/E N/E
Titanium Dioxide * <10 10 mg/m3 15 mg/m3
Carbon black* <1 3.5 mg/m3 3.5 mg/m3
Fumed silica* <10 20 mppcf 20mppcf
Specific ingredients are considered a Trade Secret
Abbreviations: N/E - NOT ESTABLISHED
* - Materials are in Non-Airborne form
3. HEALTH HAZARDS
Primary Routes of Exposure: Eyes: Yes S kin : Y es Inhalation: Yes
Eye Contact: May cause irritation and swelling.
Skin Contact: May cause irritation and sensitization. Symptoms can be immediate or delayed several hours. Inhalation: May cause irritation
and temporary or permanent sensitization.
Ingestion: May cause irritation.
Other: Preexisting skin sensitization may be aggravated by exposure to this product.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Eyes: Flush eyes thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes while holding eyelids open. Seek medical attention.
Skin: Remove contaminated clothing. Wipe excess from skin and wash the affected area thoroughly with soap and water. Wash contaminated clothing thoroughly
before reuse.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air, and provide oxygen or artificial respiration if needed. Obtain medical attention; symptoms can be delayed up to several hours.
Ingestion: DO NOT induce vomiting. Give 1-2 cups of water or milk unless the person is drowsy, convulsing, or unconscious. Get medical attention.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flammable Properties: Flash Point: >300 o F (PMCC)
Explosive Limits: Not applicable Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not applicable
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, aldehydes, and other organic substances.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA AND FIRE FIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS: When sufficiently large quantities are present, firefighters should be equipped with
full bunker gear, including a positive pressure, NIOSH approved, self-contained breathing apparatus. Extreme heat or water contamination may cause closed
containers to explode.
Extinguishing Media: Use carbon dioxide, dry chemical or appropriate foam
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Ventilate the spill area and evacuate if necessary. Remove all ignition sources. Dike and contain large spills. Clean-up personnel should use adequate protective
equipment.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Store in a cool; dry place, in closed containers at room temperature. Avoid contact with incompatible materials. Wear protective eyewear, chemical-resistant gloves, and
other protective clothing as appropriate.