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^NOU-v>28-1994 11:03 ABD00104658 UISTA ENU NEW BUS DEU P.002/005 VISTA MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET | 1. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION MANUFACTURING SITE ADDRESS Vista Chemical Company P.O. Box 91, Hwy. 25, Aberdeen, MS 39730 TRADE NAME Polyvinyl Chloride, PVC Resin SYNONYMS Vinyl Polymer (PVC), Vinyl, -(CH-CHCI h CAS NUMBER(S) 9002-86*2 Ethene, chloro-, homopolymer TELEPHONE NO. 713/588-3491 EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NO. 318/494-5142 2. COMPONENTS AND HAZARD CLASSIFICATION PVC Resin contains no more than 8.5 ppm residual vinyl chloride monomer and is typically leas than 1.0 ppm. Vinyl chloride is regulated as a carcinogen according to OSHA and listed by KTP and IARC as a carcinogen. Contains no chemicals subject to SARA 302 or 313 reporting. This MSDS Is not subject to 311/312 reporting. 3. PHYSICAL DATA BOILING POINT (*F) ; ( Decomposes >4iO'F*PBCTMC CAVITYl(H^)$' U4 VAPOR PRESSURE (mm Hg.) i None :vMEmNG POlNT;;^: ^^-S 220 - 410*F SOLUBILITY IN WATER None , VAPOR Not applicable APPEARANCE AND ODOR Fine, white powder; odorless. 4. FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA FLASH POINT (TEST METHOD) u . .. Not applicable ; AUTOIGNITION : TEMPERATURE ,, u( Not applicable FLAMMABLE LIMITS IN AIR.^%. BY VOL: ' ` LOWER Not applicable ?UPPER; Not applicable EXTINGUISHING MEDIA;'vv..':..Vv'_:-V Water spray, CO2, dry chemical. SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING Cool exposed equipment with water spray. Use self-contained breathing PROCEDURES apparatus if fighting fire in confined spaces. UNUSUAL FIRE AND / EXPLOSION HAZARD ; . PVC evolves hydrogen chloride, carbon monoxide and other toxlo gases (i.e., benzene, toluene, vinyl chloride*) when burned. Exposure to combustion products may be fatal and should be avoided. Wooley, Decomposition Products of PVC for Studies of Fires, Br. Poly, J., 1971, Vol 3, July ,, . , , Page 1 or 4 SCANNED ,~NDU-28-1994 11:04 s. ABD00104659 UISTft ENU NEW BUS DEU P.004/005 Polyvinyl Chloride, PVC Resin 5. HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION FinsrAib^ :.:r -V'c.^sv^'' : ; ; f"\': r EYES: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If Irritation persists, call a physician. SKIN: Flush with water to remove materia! from skin. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. INGESTION: If swallowed, call a physician immediately. ONLY Induce vomiting at the instruction of a physician. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. NATIJRB OF HAZARD This material may contain a trace amount of vinyl chloride monomer. Under normal processing conditions, no occupational exposure exceeding the established exposure Omits lor this material is anticipated. Handling of this material may result in the generation of dust that may oause physical irritation of the eyes, skin, and respiratory tract Decomposition of this material (e.g.. equipment failures or any condition causing excessive heat) may lead to production of HD gas that Is Irritating to the eyes, akin, and upper respiratory tract, and which whan breathed In high concentrations may be fatal Individuals with bronchial asthma or chronic obstructive respiratory diseases may develop constriction of the lung ahways. Employees should take personal protective measures under any conditions in which HCI gas may be released. Even under normal processing conditions various vapors may be produced that may be odorous, irritating, and in some Individuals, produce acute health effects, The concentration end composition of these vapors depends on various factors including the Specific formulation In use, processing method and temperature, and the mechanical ventilation procedures employed. EXPOSURELIMITS None established for this specific product. Respirable dust standard would apply to processing dusts. OSHA PEL for respirable duBt: 10 mg/m3 (total dust) 8-hr. TWA. ACGIH TLV for respirable dust: 5 mg/m*. Vista recommends controlling dust exposures at or below 5 mg/m3. TOXICITY:; DATA While PVC Is generally considered an inert polymer, exposure to PVC dusts has been reported to cause lung changes in animals and humans including decreased respiratory capacity and inflammation. However, exposures approaching the nuisance dust standard are not anticipated to pose any significant health risk. Rodents exposed to PVC by the dietary or inhalation routes for 6 to 24 months have shown no significant toxicological effects. / SPEC1ALPRECAUTIONS ; Avoid -Inhalation of combustion products and unnecessary exposure of. eyes and : skin' to rasing Page 2 of 4 Sr.SNNFD '*NOU-28-1994 11:03 ABDOO104660 U1STA ENU NEW BUS DEU P.003/005 Po1y(vlnyl Chloride), PVC Resin 6. REACTIVITY DATA CONDITIONS CONTRIBUTING TO INSTABILITY: Do not allow this product to come In contact with acetal or acetal copolymers within the extruder or molding machine. At processing conditions, the two materials are mutually destructive and involve rapid degradation of the products. Equipment should be purged with aoryllc, ABS, polystyrene, or other purge compound to avoid even trace amounts of this product and acetals from coming In contact with each other. INCOMPATIBILITY: Acetal or acetal copolymers. HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Hydrogen chloride, carbon monoxide, and other toxic fumes generated with combustion. CONDITIONS CONTRIBUTING TO HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Not applicable. 7. SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES ) In case of spill, sweep, scoop, or vacuum and remove. Dispose of only in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations. WASTE CLASSIFICATION: If discarded In its purchased form, this product Is not a RCRA hazardous waste. Re-evaluation of the product may be required by the user at the time of disposal, since tpe produot uses, transformations, and mixtures may change the classification. 8. SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION General ventilation for control of thermal processing vapors and nuisance dust is generally sufficient However, local exhaust ventilation may be necessary depending on processing conditions. RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: If dust Is produced during handling, an approved particulate filter alr-purlfylng respirator should be used. EYES: Chemical safety glasses or goggles. GLOVES: Necessary when handling hot or molten resins. OTHER CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT: Aa necessary when handling hot or molten resins. .Yii'urn Page 3 of 4 " MOU-28-1994 11:04 ABD00104661 UISTA EW NEW BUS DEU P.005/005 Poly(vinyl Chloride). PVC Resin 9. SHIPPING, TRANSFER AND STORAGE SHIPPING information This product Is not a hazardous material or hazardous substance as defined by the Department of Transportation, nor Is It a dangerous good as defined by IATA for air transportation, or IMO for water transportation. TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE ELECTROSTATIC ACCUMULATION HAZARD: Yes * Ground transfer lines. USUAL SHIPPING CONTAINERS: Polylined steel tank care or trucks, 1,400 lb. Gaylords and 50 lb. bags in vans. STORAGE/TRANSPORT TEMPERATURE: Extended storage or transport at temperatures above 150"F should be avoided to prevent potential degradation or discoloration. STORAGE/TRANSPORT PRESSURE: Ambient LOADING/UNLOADING TEMPERATURE: Ambient HANDLING AND STORAGE MATERIALS AND COATINGS SUITABLE: Stainless or Polylined THE ABOVE DATA IS BASEO ON TESTS AND EXPERIENCE WHICH VISTA BELIEVES REUABLE AND ARE SUPPLIED FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. VISTAS PROOUCTS ARE INTENDED FOR SALE TO INDUSTRIAL AND COMMERCIAL CUSTOMERS. VISTA REQUESTS THAT CUSTOMERS INSPECT AND TEST OUR PRODUCTS BEFORE USE AND SATISFY THEMSELVES AS TO CONTENTS AND SUITABILITY. VISTA DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR DAMAGE OR INJURY WHICH RESULTS FROM THE USE OF THE ABOVE DATA AND NOTHING CONTAINED THEREIN SHALL CONSTITUTE A GUARANTEE, WARRANTY (INCLUDING WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY) OR REPRESENTATION (INCLUDING FREEOOM FROM PATENT LIABILITY) BY VISTA WITH RESPECT TO THE OATA, THE PRODUCT DESCRIBED, OR THEIR USE FOR ANY SPECIFIC PURPOSE, EVEN IF THAT PURPOSE IS KNOWN TO VISTA. Page 4 of 4 SrAN.NFD TOTAL P.005