SAF-T-EZE - Material Safety Data Sheet: FLANGE-SEAL MEDIUM.

IDENTITY (as used on label and list)
	SAF-T-EZE FLANGE-SEAL MEDIUM

Section I

Manufacturer’s name
SAF-T-EZE DIV., STL COMPOUND CORPORATION
300 EISENHOWER LANE NORTH
LOMBARD, ILLINOIS, USA 60148

Emergency Telephone Number
Chemtrec 1-800-424-9300

Telephone Number for Information
630-495-2001

Date Prepared
NOVEMBER 01, 2007

Section II—Hazardous Ingredients/Identity Information

Hazardous Components
(Specific Chemical Identity, Common Name(s))

OSHA PEL

ACGIH TLV

Other Limits Recommended

% (optional)

Methylene Chloride

CAS# 75-09-2

200 ppm (ceiling)

100 ppm

Flange Seal Putty - The residue after solvent evaporation is not known to be harmful.

D.O.T. U.N. 1593 Dichloromethane (Methylene Chloride) H.C. 6.1 Poison.

All components of this product are listed on the Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA) inventory of chemical substances maintained by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

Section III—Physical/Chemical Characteristics

Boiling Point	74°C	Specific Gravity (H₂0 = 1)	1.3
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg) @68°F	100	Melting Point	N/A
Vapor Density (AIR = 1)	4.5	Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1)	35

Solubility in Water

Insoluble

Appearance and Odor

Blue gel, Mild odor

Section IV—Fire and Explosion Hazard Data

Flash Point (Method Used)

C.O.C. 265°C

Flammable Limits

LEL

UEL

16%

Extinguishing Media

Foam, Carbon Dioxide, Dry chemical

Special Fire Fighting Procedures

None Known

Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards

None Known

Section V—Reactivity Data

Stability	Unstable		Conditions to Avoid Abnormally high temperatures
	Stable	X

Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid)

Strong oxidizing agents

Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts

Chlorine may be produced at abnormally high temperatures.

Hazardous Polymerization	May Occur		Conditions to Avoid
	Will not Occur	X

Section VI—Health Hazard Data

Route(s) of Entry:

Inhalation?
Yes

Skin?
Possible

Ingestion?
Possible

Health Hazards (Acute and Chronic)

Prolonged skin contact may cause irritation

Carcinogenicity:

NTP?
NO

IARC Monographs?
NO

OSHA Regulated
NO

Signs and Symptoms of Exposure

INHALATION: Headache and dizziness. SKIN: redness and irritation. INGESTION: Residual putty not believed to be toxic.

Medical Conditions Generally aggravated
by Exposure

Existing Bronchial conditions.

Emergency and First Aid Procedures

EYES: Flush with water SKIN: Wash with soap and water. INHALATION: Rest and fresh air, seek medical aid. INGESTION: Give milk or water to drink.

Section VII—Precautions for Safe Handling and Use
Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled	Allow solvent to evaporate and scrape up residual putty.
Waste Disposal Method	Disposal in accordance with State, Federal and local anti-pollution and waste disposal regulations
Precautions to be Taken in Handling and Storing	Store at constant temperature between 5° and 35°C.
Other Precautions	None Indicated

Section VIII—Control Measures

Respiratory Protection (Specify Type)

None required if good ventilation is maintained.

Ventilation:

Local Exhaust

Normal factory ventilation

Special

None

Mechanical (General)

Normal factory ventilation

Other

None

Protective Gloves

Recommended

Eye Protection

Recommended

Other Protective Clothing or Equipment

None

Work/Hygienic Practices

Wash hands thoroughly before eating and at end of shift.

The information on this data sheet represents our current data and best opinion as to the proper use in handling of this product under normal conditions. Any use of the product which is not in conformance with this data sheet or which involves using the product in combination with any other product or any other process is the responsibility of the user.