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Associated Lead Inc. 2545 Aramingo Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19125
{ 1 800-523-0882/3 in PA. 800-822-3959
TRI-MAL
A Stabilizer and Vulcanizing Agent for Chlorosulfonat d
Polyethyl n
DS-033
DESCRIPTION
TRI-MAL is a tribasic lead salt of maleic acid in the form of a soft crystalline powder. In chlorosulfonated polyethylene, it functions as both a chlorine acceptor and vulcanizing or curing agent.
ADVANTAGES
Excellent thermal stability Controlled cross linking activity Good color retention and weathering Superior water resistance in cured stock Resists scorching Good electrical insulation properties
TYPICAL PROPERTIES
Composition.....................................
-- Tribasic lead maleate
Form..................................................
-- Soft crystalline powder
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Specific Gravity................................ Lead Content, PbO %.....................
.... 6.3 .... 89.0
Moisture, loss, 2 hrs. @105CC........
.... 0.2
Fineness, through No. 325 sieve, %
.... 99.8
Solubility..........................................
Insoluble in all common
solvents
APPLICATIONS
Wire and cable extrusions Mechanical stocks Coatings for fabrics and rubber Adhesives and sealants
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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The level of TRI-MAL used in chlorosulfonated polyethylene generally ranges from 20 to 30 parts. The exact level needed will depend on the rate of vulcanization desired, and the degree of heat stability and tightness of cure required.
TOXICITY AND HANDLING
Precautions should be taken when working with lead compounds. A Material Safety Data Sheet is available on request.
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NOTE: The recommendations made herein are based on our research and the research of others, and are believed to be accurate. No guarantee of their accuracy is made, however, and the products discussed are sold without warranty, express or implied, and upon condition that purchasers shall make
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their own tests to determine the suitability of such products for their particular purposes Likewise, statements concerning the possible use of these products are not intended as recommendations to use these products in infringement of any patent
Associated Lead Inc.
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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^L LCTURERS NAME ASSOCIATED LEAD, INC.
REGULATORY AFFAIRS DEPARTMENT
3/1/82
STREET ADDRESS
2545 ARAMINGO AVENUE
CITY. STATE, ZIP
PHILADELPHIA, PA. 19125
PRODUCT CLASS
Stabilizer
MANUFACTURER'S COOC I D.
34033
TRAM NAME
Tp'roal
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NO.
215*427-4681
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INGREDIENT
OUSSNGRE
PERCENT BY WEIGHT
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PPM
m g/m3
LEI %
VAPOR PRESSURE mm Hfl @ 68F
Tribasic Lead Maleate
100.0
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(1) OSHA Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1025
n0.'2? (2)
A ZH year Implementation schedule in effect as of Jan. 11 1982 for certain industries
including cabl'e coating, pottery, explosives, glass, ammu n'tion and plastic: and rubber
manufacturing.
(2) OSHA Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1000
Table 1-2 in effect during thp ypAr implpmpAt.at-inn pprh'nH
OILING RANGE
N/A
VAPOR DENSITY
1 1 HEAVIER [lj//\ Q LIGHTER THAN AIR
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EVAPORATION RATE 1 1 FASTER |\|/A O SLOWER THAN ETHER
% VOLATILE BY VOLUME
WEIGHT PER GALLON
SPECIFIC GRAVITY
6.3
CATEGORY
N/A
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
(T| WATER-FOG
OTHER
EH CARBON DIOXIDE
[^] DRY CHEMICAL
UNUSUAL flRI AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS
FLASH POINT
____N/A
LEI
Unknown
Isolate from heat, open flames and all sources of sparks including static electricity. Use
non-metal lie scoops. Equipment and hoppers must be properly Grounded.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES
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None.
STABILITY
UNSTABLE
incompatabiutv t* ` "',IAU TO AVOID)
STABLE
CONDITIONS TO AVOID
Keep dust accumulation to a minimum.
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HA2AADOUS DECOMPOSITION PPOOUCTS
On ignition, oxides of lead may be volatilized.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION
MAY OCCUR
WILL NOT OCCUR
CONDITIONS TO AVOID
Tpmppyaturp<; greater than 40QF
N/A--NOT APPLICABLE
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p.CbOmg/m based on lead using engineering and work practice controls rffective 2% yrs. from 1/
Depending on individual susceptability and degree of overexposure* effects are generally sees only after long-term exposure, although short-term high-level exposure may also be poison Symptoms may include tiredness, decreased appetite, metallic taste and stomach cramps resem bling colic (intermittent rather than continuous pain). More severe symptoms could include true muscle weakness, intense headaches and on rare occasions convulsions and even more rare death. Kidney damage may occur without symptoms. Lead crosses the placenta, Fetal exposurt should be kept within guidelines of the Communicable Disease Center of the U.S. Department
HEW-30ug/100g of blood.
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Abnormal Ingestion - Induce vomiting. Use syrup of ipecac-one ounce followed by eight ounces
5f water. Call a physician at once. External - The product may be removed by washing with soap and water.
'..'ear gloves, goggles and respirator. Clean area returning all material possible to containe DUUo notliut uUs3Ce cUoUmNlpj-MreCsis^CeUd adlilr fI oU rI cVlleCadnllilnligy fI loIUoUrI sJ and other surfaces.* These surfaces' . w ----------------- should be cleaned by vacuuming, taking care that the material is not returned to the work area.
WA$TC DI$PO$Al METHOD
Keep waste rags in a labeled safety container-do not incinerate. accordance with state, local or federal regulation._______________
Disposal must be in
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION
NICSH approved respiratory protection must be used in accordance with existing standards. Vc-dical Removal Protection (MRP) and biological surveillance are necessary. Respirator must be worn if PEL of 0.05mg/m3 is' exceeded. See 29CFR 1910.102S(k); 1910.134.
VENTUAftON
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All work areas where lead compounds are used must be ventilated to keep TLV below acceptable
fU&tt&ww See Z9CFRyl910.94.
IY* PROTECTION OTHEE PPOTICTIVE EQUIPMENT
Yes - gogg,les
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____________ Use respirator. Use clean workclothes. Change workclothes daily.
PMCAUTiOnS TO IE TAKEN IN HANDlINQ AND STOEINQ
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Take every precaution to avoid contamination of the atmosphere. *Special care should be give
to removing lead from hair and under fingernails. *Working or contaminated clothes and shoes
must not be worn home. ^Before entering eating areas, work clothing should be removed or loo
dust vacuumed off clothing surface. *Take every precaution to avoid ingestion and inhalation
*Use gloves and avoid spilling on hands, face or body. *Do not smoke, eat or apply cosmet
in v/ork area. *Wash hands and face thoroughly before entering into eating areas. While the
information and recommendations set forth are believed to be accurate as of the^at Associated Lead Inc. MAKES NO WARRANTY WITH RESPECT THERETO AND DISCLAIMS ALL LIABILITY FROM
RELIANCE OR ACTION BASED THEREON. Because of the nature of the product, user assumes all ri
.nth respect to it
N/A--NOT APPLICABLE