MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

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DATE REVISED: January 2004

Occupational Exposure Limits  Vapor Pressure Weight

Hazardous Components                    Cas Number       OSHA Pel           Acgih  TLV               MFG TLV     mm Hg @ Temp Percent

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*4,4'- Diphenylmethane diisocyanate             101-68-8                              .02  PPM                                .005  PPM                                   <5.0                   77degF

                                                                                                (CEILING)

*resin plasticizer                                  103-23-1                               n/e                          n/e                          negligible                              68deg F                *Indicates toxic chemical (s) subject to the reporting requirements of section 313 of Title III and of 40 CFR 372.

  Information concerning non-hazardous ingredients is considered a Trade Secret.

BOILING POINT:  > 300° F                                 SPECIFIC GRAVITY (H20=1):1.1

VAPOR DENSITY: heavier than air                   APPEARANCE AND ODOR: thin liquid, mild aromatic

EVAPORATION RATE:  slower than ether      SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Reacts with water

FLASH POINT:   >300°F                                       METHOD USED:  PMCC 

FLAMMABLE LIMITS IN AIR BY VOLUME    LOWER:  Lower: n/e                                UPPER:  n/e

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: dry chemical, foam, CO2 

SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING PROCEDURES: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus in positive pressure mode with face piece. boots, gloves (neoprene), goggles, and protective clothing are also required.

UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS:  Water contamination may cause dioxide in containers and pressure build up may rupture them.

STABILITY:  stable under normal conditions.

CONDITIONS TO AVOID:  heat, open flame, sparks.  Contact with incompatible materials in a closed system will cause buildup of pressure.   INCOMPATIBILITY (MATERIALS TO AVOID: this product will react with any material containing active hydrogens, such as water, alcohol, ammonia, amines, alkalis and acids, the reaction with water is very slow under 50 deg C, but is accelerated at higher temperature and in the presence of alkalis, tertiary amines, and metal compounds. Some reactions can be violent. Material can react with strong oxidising agents.

HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION OR BYPRODUCTS:   carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, ammonia, trace amounts of hydrogen cyanide and unidentified organic compounds may be formed during combustion.

HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:  may occur. High temperatures, above 400 deg F in the presence of alkalis, tertiary amines, and metal compounds will accelerate polymerization. Possible evolution of carbon dioxide gas may rupture closed containers.

SKIN/EYE CONTACT:  isocyanates react with skin protein and moisture and can cause irritation. Prolonged contact acn cause reddening, swelling, rash, scaling, blistering, and in some cases skin sensitization. Individuals who have developed a skin sensitization can develop these symptoms as a result of contact with very small amounts of liquid material or as a result of exposure to vapor.

SKIN ABSORPTION: systematically toxic concentrations of this product will probably not be absorbed through human skin.

INGESTION: Can result in irritating and corrosive action in the mouth, stomach tissue and digestive tract. Symptoms can include sore throat, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Small amounts of this product aspirated into the respritory system during ingestion or vomiting may cause mild to severe pulmonary injury.

INHALATION:   TDI vapors or mist at concentrations above the TLV can irritate the mucous membranes in the respiratory tract causing runny nose, sore throat, coughing, chest discomfort, shortness of breath and reduced lung function. High vapor concentrations may cause headaches, dizziness, anesthesia, drowsiness, loss of consciousness, and other central nervous system effects. Persons with a preexisting nonspecific bronchial hyperactivity can respond to concentrations below the TLV

HEALTH HAZARDS:   ACUTE : exposure may cause mucous membrane and respiratory tract irritation, tightness of chest, headache, shortness of breath, and a dry cough.  At concentrations exceeding current occupational limits and for sensitized individuals at levels less than or greater than current occupational limits, asthma-like symptoms may occur.  These symptoms may include coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath.  A hypersensitive pneumonitis may also occur if the person is sensitized.  This syndrome is characterized by fever, nonproductive cough, wheezing, and shortness of breath. A hypersensitive pneumonitis may also occur if the person is sensitized. This syndrome is characterized by fever, nonproductive cough, wheezing, chills, and shortness of breath. Dizziness, anesthesia, drowsiness, unconsciousness and other central nervous system effects may also result. The effects of acute exposure may be delayed in onset up to 12-24 hours.  CHRONIC:  repeated exposure above current occupational limits may cause an allergic sensitization  of the respiratory tract.  this is characterized by an asthma-like response upon reexposure to the chemical.  The symptoms may include coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath and chest tightness. Central nervous system (CNS) impairment possibly leading to unconciosness

CARCINOGENICITY:   NTP:   no         IARC MONOGRAPHS:  No                OSHA Regulated:   No

MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE:  cardiovascular disease, asthma or asthmatic bronchitis, allergic disease, emphazema, chronic respiratory disease, sinusitis, headache, dizziness.

EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:  Eye Contact:  immediately flush eye with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.  Have eyes examined and treated by medical personnel. Inhalation:  remove victim to fresh air.  If not breathing, give artificial respiration, preferably mouth-to-mouth.  If breathing is labored, give oxiygen.  consult medical personnel.  Skin contact:  wash material off of the skin with plenty of soap and water.  If redness, itching, or a burning sensation develops, get medical attention.  Wash contaminated clothing and decontaminate footwear before reuse.  Ingestion:  do not induce vomiting and refer person to medical personnel.  (Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.)

STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED:  wear skin, eye, and respiratory protection during cleanup.  Soak up material with absorbent and shovel into a chemical waste container.  Cover container, but do not seal, and remove from work area.  Prepare a decontamination solution of  2% liquid detergent and 3-8% concentrated ammonium hydroxide in water (5-10% sodium carbonate may be substituted for the ammonium hydroxide).  Follow the precautions on the supplier's material safety data sheets.  All operations should be performed by trained personnel familiar with the hazards of the chimcals used.  Treat the spill area with the decontamination solution, using about 10 parts of solution for each part of the spill, and allow it to react for at least 15 minutes. Carbon dioxide, will be evolved, leaving insoluable polyureas.  Residues from spill cleanup, when treated as described, will cure to a solid urethane rubber which must be disposed of in compliance with all relevant state, local, state and federal laws and regulations.

WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD:  slowly stir the isocyanate waste into the decontamination solution described above using 10 parts of the solution for each part of the isocyanate.  Let stand for 48 hours, allowing the evolved carbn dioxide to vent away, residues may still be subject to RCRA storage and disposal requirements.  Dispose of in compliance with all relevant local, state, and federal laws and regulations regarding treatment.

PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORING: store in cool, dry, ventilated storage area, in closed containers and out of direct sunlight.  Do not expose this material to open flames, sparks, or other sources of ignition.  

OTHER PRECAUTIONS:  prevent skin and eye contact, observe TLV limitations. Avoid breathing vapors.  Workers should shower and change to fresh clothing after each shift.  A sensitized individual should not be expoed to the product which caused the sensitization.  Individuals with existing respiratory disease such as chronic bronchitis, emphysema, or asthma should not be exposed to isocyanates.

VENTILATION:   use local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the TLV.  Follow guidelines in the ACGIH publication "Industrial Ventilation." 

RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: If airborne concentations exceed or are expected to exceed the TLV, use MSHA/NIOSH approved positive pressure supplied air respirator with full face mask or an air supplied hood For emergencies use a positive selfcontained breathing apparatus. Air purifying (cartridge type) respirators are not approved for protection against isocyanates

PROTECTIVE CLOTHING:  gloves determined to be impervious under the conditions of use should be worn always when working with this product.  Depending on conditions of use, additional protection may be required such as an apron.  Wash contaminated clothing before rewearing.  Protective clothing should be selected and used in accordance with "Guidelines For The Selection Of Chemical Protective Clothing" published by ACGIH.

EYE PROTECTION:  chemial tight goggles and full face shield

OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AND MEASURES:  unhindered access to safety shower and eye wash stations.  As a general hygienic practice, wash hands and face after use.  Showers and cleaning of clothes are recommended.

DOT PROPER SHIPPING NAME:  not regulated.

STATE REGULATIONS: California - as per requirements of the Safe Drinking Water & Toxic Enforcement Act of CA, U.S.A. 1985 (Proposition 65), the public is warned that materials used in this product may create an exposure to chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

TOXIC SUBSTANCE CONTROL ACT: All chemicals comprising this product are listed on the TSCA inventory.

USERS RESPONSIBILITY: A bulletin such as this cannot be expected to cover all possible individual situations. As the user has the responsibility to provide a safe workplace, all aspects of an individual operation should be examined to determine if, or where, precautions in addition to those described herein are required. Any health hazard and safety information herein should be passed on to your customer or employee as the case may be.

Disclaimer:  Some of the data set forth in this sheet is based on information provided by the suppliers of the raw materials and chemicals used in the manufacture of the aforementioned product.  Ideal Products LLC  makes no warranty with respect to the accuracy of the information provided by their suppliers, and disclaims liability of reliance thereof.

USER’S RESPONSIBILITY: A bulletin such as this cannot be expected to cover all possible individual situations. As the user has the responsibility to provide a safe workplace, all aspects of an individual operation should be examined to determine if, or where, precautions, in addition to those described herein, are required. Any health hazard and safety information herein should be passed on to your customers or employees, as the case may be.

DISCLAIMER: The information contained herein is, to the best of our knowledge and belief, accurate and current as of the date of this MSDS.  However, since the conditions of handling and use are beyond our control, we make no guarantee of results, and assume no liability for damages incurred by use of this material. All chemicals may present unknown health hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards which exist. Final determination of suitability of the chemical is the sole responsibility of the user. No representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose or any other nature are made hereunder with respect to the information contained herein or the chemical to which the information refers. It is the responsibility of the user to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.