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Vista Chemical Company November 10, 1989 900 Threadneedle Houston, Texas 77079 (713) 588-3000 P.O. Box 19029 Houston, Texas 77224 Fax (713) 588-3236 TGG: .CL FRt' MJH- AJO: RF XF. Mr, Frank Motley Vice President National Wire & Cable 136 San Fernando Rd. Los Angeles, CA 90031 Dear Frank: As we have discussed, the information below is provided in response to your concerns regarding the hazards of emissions from PVC compound, specifically 309. The specific recipe for this compound contains two substances which are capable of becoming airborne. These substances are the plasticizer, a trimellitate ester, and the stabilizer, epoxidized soybean oil. Both of these materials are considered non-hazardous under normal handling conditions. Processing temperatures may result in emissions of these substances at levels that would be detectable by odor, but not at levels that would be anticipated to cause irritation or illness. I have enclosed MSDS's for these two additives. The other compound additives are encapsulated in the PVC matrix and based on our experience do not become airborne in detectable quantities during processing. The product formulation is attached. In regards to California Proposition 65, Vista PVC compound does contain residual vinyl chloride monomer and lead which are listed by Proposition 65. The residual VCM levels art; typically less than 1.0 ppm. The residual levels will be lower depending on storage time and additional processing steps. The lead is encapsulated in the PVC and based on our experience and sampling does not present an exposure potential. Lastly, as you are aware, we have analyzed samples obtained from your plant to determine if the product may have contained a contaminant and if it met specifications. Based on the results, the sample product met specifications. Chemical analysis indicated a trace amount of what is believed to be a plasticizer range alcohol. VW 000007038 This contamination, if significant, could result in a higher odor, but would also be relatively non-toxic at any anticipated airborne levels resulting from handling of the compound. Sincerely, Thomas G. Grumbles, C.I.H. Environmental Quality Manager dlj Attachment cc: F. Tasby, E. Ingram-Aber, J. Telford-Santa Ana VVV 000007039 TRADE NAME Vista 5415 NONDTM ESO Dythal XL DS-207 CaC03 Sb^3 Bisphenol A 309 FORMULATION CONSTITUENTS Generic Name Use Poly (Vinyl Chloride) Tri(n-octyl n-decyl) trimellitate Epoxidized Soybean Oil Dibasic Lead Phthalate Dibasic Lead Stearate Calcium Carbonate Antimony Trioxide 2, 2 bis (di hydroxy phenyl) Propane Resin Plasticizer Plasticizer/stabiliz Heat Stabilizer Heat Stabilizer Filler Flame Reduction Antioxidant vvv 0000070*0 ,, STAFLEX SPECIALTY ESTERS , X3STO . MATERIAL SAFETV DATA SHEET Section I Page 1 of 3 Identity: Staflex NONDTM Product Code: $fe~590 Synonyms: N-octyl, n-decyl Trimellitat.e? 1,2,4 Benzenetricarboxylic acid,decyl,octyl ester Chemical Family: Trimellitate ester CAS #: 34870-88-7 Chemical Formula: -C.-H-.O- Jo 60 6 Section II Manufacturer *s Name: Staflex Specialty Esters, Address: Middlesex Avenue Carteret, NJ 07008 Date Prepared: 10/1/87 Prepared By: Tom Schmidt Inc. 1 Emergency Telephone Number: 1 CHEMTREC: 1-800-424-9300 i Telephone Number for Information: I Staflex: 201/541-4201 1 1 Supercedes (date): 1 9/85 By Reichhold chemical co. 1 Title: | Technical Manager ":tion III: Warning Statement Caution! Liquid and vapors from heating may cause irritation of skin, eyes, nose, and throat. Section IV: Hazardous Ingredients/Identity Information Hazardous Components 1 OSHA. Specific Chemical Identity/Common Name: | PEL ACGIH TLV None as defined by OSHA CFR 1910.1200 I | None established stsjflex NONDTM Is listed on the Other Limits Recommended TSCA inventory Section V: Physical/Chemical Characteristics VW 000007041 Boiling Point: 335 C at 10mm Hq Vapor Pressure: 0.2mm Hq at 20 C Vapor Density: (Air =1) Not known Solubility in Water: <0.01% at 20 C | Specific Gravity: (H20 = i) 1 0.974 1 Melting Point: I Not applicable j Evaporation Rate: (Butyl Acetate =1) \ Not known | Appearance and Odor: j Clear, pale yellow liquid with j slight odor. The data. suggestions and other information o'esemeo mthi s wriv'n-'8uS5'i -mar manor wh.cn we to be 'enable ano B'e ottaiedn ge 00 tail*. but without any guaranty or warranty. Homing in m<s literature is intended to create. norsnan-t be oeamed to create. anygua'ant-etot watrani.esof any amt) or nature. express or implied. and IIt particular the IMPLIED WARRANTY 0` merchantability a\D Th implied WAflflAnTy ce f .`r\ESS CA a PARTICULAR purpose ARE HEREBY EXPRESSLY NEGATED. further. nothing Herein then be construed to constitute a -*commenaation 0' an inducemen: to O'acisce any invention covered By any patent without the permission o' me patent owner Page 2 of 3 identity: Staflex NONDTM Product Code: 48-690 Pate: 10/1/87 S ;ion VI: Fire and Explosion Hazard Data Flash Point (Method used): | Flammable Limits: Not known >230 F (S.F.C.C.) | ______________________________|_______________________I Flammability class: 3B___________ Extinguishing Media: Foam, carbon dioxide, or dry chemical.______________________________________ Special Fire Fighting Procedures: None known; firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus to avoid inhalation of smoke or vapors.____________________ Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Treat as an oil fire. Section VII: Reactivity Data Stabi1ity |Unstable 1 |Stable | l |X Conditions to Avoid: Not applicable 11 Incompatibility (Materials to Avo Ld) : Strong oxidizing agents.________________________________________________. Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts: Under severe thermal degradation, carbon monoxide and low molecular weight organic compounds may form. Hazardous |May Occur | jConditions to Avoid: Polymerizationjjj Not applicable. |Will Not Occur| X | Section VIII: Health Hazard Data Primary Routes of Entry: | inhalation 1 Skin | Ingestion X_____________J_____________X Health Hazard (Acute Exposure): Heated vapors and mists may irritate eyes and upper respiratory tract. Health Hazard (Chronic Exposure): Potential skin sensitizer which may cause skin rash with repeated or prolonged contact. Carcinogenicity: | 1 NTP No | IARC Monographs 1 OSHA Regulation | No 1 No Signs and Symptoms of Exposure: Irritation of eyes, skin, and upper respiratory tract. Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: Skin disorders. VVV 000007042 Emergency and First Aid Procedures: Inhalation: Skin Contact: Eve Contact: Ingestion: Move to fresh air. Apply artificial respiration if d. Get medical attention. Wash with soap and water at first opportunity. Flush with water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention. Get medical attention. Tht (/fit. tvg$3f<0*t information presentea "t ;*'s nie'atu'e a'9 based on mtormaucn *.1>cn we oe`eve 10 be rehab* ana are ol'eree >n goao luth. but without any guaranty or waneniy. Nothing ,`rtcra>urt; it ,ntendeo to crtat e. ncr snail,tot deemed to create, any guaranties or warranties otanyhmoct rtatuta, express or implied, ana in particular THE IMPLIED vVAPftANTY Of MfPCHAfiTAB'UTY AN0 Tn 'MPUED PtAPRAN* Y Of fl^NESS POP A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE HEREBY EXPRESSLY NEGATED, further, nothing herein Sh9': OP COnjfr./pr conslitult: J 'I'OvmmenO/ttton nr ,r mditCrrmcn! lh (iraCliCe Any invention coveted by any patent without the petmisS'Oh ot ihe patent owner Page 3 of 3 ^entity: Staflex nondtm________product code: 48-690 Pate: 10/1/67 Swtion IX Precautions for Safe Handling and Use Steps to be Taken in Case Material Is Released or Spilled: Ventilate area. Spread absorbent material and place absorbed material in a closed container, wear protective equipment during cleanup. Precautions to Be Taken in Handling and Storing: Avoid prolonged or repeated inhalation of spray mists or heated vapors. Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact. Waste Disposal Method: ~ Incinerate or dispose in an approved facility in accordance with current federal, state, and local regulations. Other Precautions: None known. Section X Control Measures Respiratory Protection (Specific Type): Use a NIQSH approved full face respirator with mist pad if material is used in poorly ventilated areas or if material is sprayed or heated. Ventilation |Local Exhaust: May be required 1 material is sprayed or heated. |Mechanical (General): | Recommended. Protective Gloves: Impervious chemical resistant qloves. Eye Protection: Chemical goggles. Other Protective Clothing or Equipment: As required to prevent wetting skin. Work/Hygienic Practices: Wash hands before eating or smoking. if |Special: [Other: Section XI Transportation Data Shipping Name: Plasticizers or solvents. DOT Classification: Non-hazardous, non-flammable DOT ID Number: Not applicable. VVV 000007043 REPRESENTED BY: <iii:>ihals. lv< (201) 469-7310 The data, suggestions and other mtormahon presontec <n `'te'atu'ea'e pastco n'ormafon oh * sv.'-ck-s fpc* r*>'a0/e ana t'a ofiaree ,n Out without any guaranty 9/ warranty. Nothing m thisineraiure s `ntenoeato create.norshe'ntbe deemed to create. any guaranties or war'anuesolan, imj or nature, express ormphed, and m particular rug implied warrant* op merchantability AND The implied warranty op pitness por a particular purpose ARE hereby EXPRESSLY NEQaTCO' further, nothing herein shen be construed to constru'd 9 recommendation o' a" f pr$et>ca any invention covered by any patent without the permission ol the patent owner UNION CARBllDE CORPORATION Solvents & Coatings Materials Division MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET EFFECTIVE DATE: 11/01/87 Union Carbide urges each customer or recipient of this M5DS to study It carefully tv become aware of and understand the hazards associated with the producl, The reader should consider consulting reference works or individuals who are experts in ventilation, toxicology, and fire prevention, as necessary or appropriate to use and understand the data contained in this MSDS. To promote safe handling, each customer or recipient should: (t) notify lit employees, agents, contractors and others whom it knows or believes will use this material of the Information in this M$DS and any other information regarding hazards or safety; (2) furnish this samv information to each of Its custumers for the product; and f31 request its customers to notify their employees, customers, and other users v! the product of this information. I. IDENTIFICATION PRODUCT NAME. RT.xOi. Pi.a$1 :ci/i-r -pq CHEMICAL NAME: Soybean Qii, CHEMICAL FAMILY: Soybean Oil, Epo>>di2ed FORMU! A: C57H70Q18 (approximately' MOLECULAR WEIGHT: - iooo SYNONYMS: None CAS tt and 013-07-6 CAS NAME: Soybean oil, eppxidi/ed II. PHYSICAL DATA BOILING POINT, 760 mm Hg: Decomposes FREEZING POINT: Pour -4 C ''T4 f' SPECIFIC GRAVITY;h?0-i;: 0.993 a! 25/20 C VAPOR PRESSURE AT 20C: <0.1 Kg <g> 2c c VAPOR DENSITY (air = 1): SOLUBILITY IN WATER by wt: <0.i EVAPORATION RATE (Butyl Acetate = i): <0 i APPEARANCE AND ODOR: Clear, ver. pal? yellow liquid: miici i cfiargitenshc oOo' PERCENT VOLATILES (BY VOLUME): m Copyright 1987,1989 Union Carbide Corporation USA Hi'.XOL ami UNION ( AklilPE atr trademarks of Union Carbide Corporation USA fcMKRCKNCV N10NE NUMRER: I-IOO-WC-IIBIP (Number available at all limes) UNION CARBIDE CORPORATION Solvents & Coatings Materials Division 39 Old Ririgebury Roatl, Danbury, CT. 06817-0001 VVV 000007044 J PRODUCT NAME: MATERIAL Soybean Oil. Hpoxidi/ed (CAS# 801 3-0?-$) FLEXOL PLASTICIZER EPO III- INGREDIENTS % EXPOSURE LIMITS too None established HAZARD Non Cu: i en.tlv known. IV. FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA FLASH POINT: 311 F ( 1 57 C). Pensky -Mar lens Closed Cup. A?TM 0 Q3 (500 F < 01 5 C). Cleveland Open Cup, AS7M D 92 FLAMMABLE LIMITS IN AIR. % by volume: LOWER. Noi deter mined (nonvolatile fluid) UPPER: Not determined f nonvolatile <iu'd) EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES. Use water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical, alconoi-type, or universe* type foams aopned by manufacturers' recommended techniques. Use self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing, UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: None V. HEALTH HAZARD DATA TLV AND SOURCE: None established by aCGIH or Q?ha. EFFECTS OF ACUTE OVEREXPOSURE SWALLOWING: No evidence o* adverse effects from available information. SKIN ABSORPTION No evidence of adverse fleets irom available information. INHALATION: No ev.dcnc of adverse effects from available information. SKIN CONTACT May cause tern per ar j be ai reddening of skin. EYE CONTACT: Nr evidence ol adve-se effects irom avaiiatye into* matron. EFFECTS OF REPEATED OVEREXPOSURE: No evidence ol adverse effects from trvailabU* i'-intmaiio". OTHER HEALTH HAZARDS: Overevcosuie to vacois goner.-iir-t at high temperatures ria> result ;n ey and respiratory IrdCt i" tatiOn and in t! iva alien cf harmful amounts of male &1. MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY OVEREXPOSURE: Nor* currently kncv,r, ^ VVV 000007045 EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES: PRODUCT NAME: FLEXOL PLASTICIZER EPO PAGE SWALLOWING; SKIN; No harr.lui effects expecieo. Wa.h with soap and wate*. INHALATION: No emergency care armcipaiec. EYES; NOTES TO PHYSICIAN: Flush with water. Toxico'ogy siudes have shown iiy? mater .31 to t-c ol very ov; K.ute tQXlCil y. '1 here is ro spectic antidote. Treatment cf oveiexpoiufC uiv_ .ild Lit-: dir c?c fed at Ihp rontro'. of symptoms and clinical condition. VI. REACTIVITY DATA STABILITY; Stable CONDITIONS TO AVOID. None INCOMPATIBILITY (materials to avoid); Avoid strong acids, alkalies, amr.es. HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION OR DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: 6umir-g can produce* carbon monoxide-* and/':;i car!;nr\ rjinx-rl*. HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: wiU Not Occur CONDITIONS TO AVOID: None VII. SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES STEPS TO BE TAKEN IF MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED. Small spiii; Cover w*ih absorbent mvensi anc |.ir*ysiCoiy rc*m CVli tp :1 WetSlG container. Larger spills: Collect to- diopcial\Sc*c* Cect-on IXL WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD incmerate in a furnace 0* Du'> in a suitat e landhii w1'oe,-` ;:ed under epp`ornate Federal. State, and local recu-jt'ons, VIII. SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: None in*|i,^c3 *n nrvnal u*t *;si'w tKlow) VENTILATION: (Senetril rncim ventilation *s autNjh'e lur to'j..' and 1 mii/.l iiy -i n* nirtl i o.mr lerr.pe'Slur*. Special, local vOiitl&tori is tecun'.rf.endi.-y whi.*; i.l-'O -s p* ocuaaod ai elevated tcr.pcratt.ro4 and svhcic vapors can uo CMioctc: escape to the PROTECTIVE GLOVES: EYE PROTECTION. Platt'C or rubber Safety glasses VVV 00QG07QA6 PRODUCT NAME: FLEXOL PLASTICIZER EPO PAGE 4 OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT; Eye balh. safety shower IX. SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORAGE; Normal piL-csuiions common to good manufacturing prac.'Co i'-o.ilc! be foHcwec in handling and storage. OTHER PRECAUTIONS: This product i? essentially insoluble m water aM can iio^r on the surface; avoid discharge to sewers or waterways, X. REGULATORY INFORMATION STATUS ON SUBSTANCE LISTS The co.ncen'r a linns shown am maximum 0' coding levels (weight %) to be ucco for calculations for regulations. Trade Secret? are indicated by "TS". FEDERAL EPA Comprehensive Environmental Response. Compensation, and Liability Act of 1 060 (CERCLA) requires notification of the National Response Center rf roirtusf? of quantises of Hazardous Gubsta-ccs equal to 0' greater then the reportable quantities (PQs) in 40 CFR 302.4. Components present m this product at a level which could require reporting unde' the statute are: None Superlund Amendments and Reauthorization Act ot 1986 (SARA) Title III requires emergency plamn-no based on Threshold Planning Quantities <TPOtJ and release fec-orhnq based on ReDP'Ubie Quanlit'es (RGs) in 40 CTR 355 (used for SARA 302. 304. 311 and 312). Components (jic.'scmr. m this product at a Ic-vei which could require repc-rtma indei the statute ais. None Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act ot 1986 (SARA) Title III requires subrr.tss or of annua1 repo- ts cl 'C-'ease of icv.-c chemicals t'-a* aprear m -to 0"< 3~z (for 5ah a yi 3). l hi* information must be included m ati MSOSs that are copied end distributed for Ums ma-teviai, Cempenents present in this p-uducf at a icvci which could req-ji e repci'ti-g unde- me statute are: None STATE RIGHT-TO-KNOW CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Norifr MASSACHUSETTS Pight 1 o -nc-w. 3;l rst rc 0 LiS*. (MSL) Hazardous Substances and b>.lrsori1inrny Hazardous Substances on the MS. mgs* bu idc-riiii.ee when present in products. Components pi#svnt i>. the u oduct at a 'evei w-nich rouid requi'r * .-j.i'jrir q undt" irie statute are; None VVV 000007047 PRODUCT NAME: FLEXOL PLASTICIZER EPO PAGE 5 PENNSYLVANIA Right-To-Kncw. l-U/ar tl. jus Sv uslsn:** List Hargrdnu? SubSta'Ke*- and SpeCi&l Hazardous Substances on the list must he idfinliiied whn meson! ir products Components present m inis product at a level wi`n>:h could resuue resoling pr.dei i^e statute are; None Toxic Substances Control Act(TSCA) STATUS: The ingredients of this product ere C'1 th? * SCA r.vei'tory. CALIFORNIA SCAQMD RULE 443.1 VOCS: VCC S91 g/l. Vepoi pressure <0,1 mm Mg <? 20 C OTHER REGULATORY INFORMATION None NOTE-------- The opinions eApressep herein aia those o: qualified e>ports w.ihn Union CarOide Ccrporsticr . vVe believe that the information contained tiyrei- is current as o' mu dote of mis ivaie^ai Safety Data Sheet. Since mo u&o of this inforiTiation and of thasc opinions anc the conditions el mo use of mo product ore not within me control oi Union Carbide Corporation, it is the user s obligat or, to determ.no mo co"d `.ions of safe use of the pioduct. Date: 03<'3if'89 Revision Date: C3/31/Q9 PC: 39516 F NUMBER: C0064 Punted m uSa WV 000007048