EMRALON 314 A

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW

Potential health effects

INGESTION : Harmful or fatal if swallowed. EYE CONTACT : This product contains a chemical or chemicals which may be corrosive and cause irreversible eye damage. SKIN CONTACT : This product contains a chemical or chemicals which are corrosive to the skin. Excessive skin contact will result in chemical burns. OTHER SKIN CONTACT : Prolonged or repeated contact may cause an allergic skin reaction in some individuals. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin. INHALATION : Vapors and mists irritate eyes, nose and throat. Vapors and mists generated from this product are harmful if inhaled. CHRONIC : This product contains methyl ethyl ketone(MEK) which has been shown to cause minor toxic effects in laboratory animals at concentrations wellabove those acceptable in the workplace. No evidence of these effects exists for humans. This product contains phenol which has caused adverse effects on the kidneys, liver and lungs of both laboratory animals and humans. ________________________________________________________________________________ *7. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION* ENGINEERING CONTROLS : Provide sufficient mechanical ventilation to maintain exposure below TLV(s). Overexposures to vapors and mists may be prevented by ensuring ventilation controls, local exhaust and/or fresh air entry. NIOSH/MSHA Schedule TC-23C- air purifying or a Schedule TC-19C- air supplied respirator may also be used to reduce exposures. Read the manufacturer’s instructions and literature carefully to determine the type(s) of airborne contaminant(s) against which the respirator is effective and how it is to be properly fitted. EYE PROTECTION : Due to the severe nature of the eye irritation from contact due to splashing or spraying of liquid or from airborne particles or vapors, vapor tight chemical- type splash goggles and/or a full face shield should be worn when handling this product. Page - 3 ACHESON COLLOIDS COMPANY MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Date - 5/04/05 ******************************************************************************** Product Code: 5700841 EMRALON 314 A MODE : D SKIN PROTECTION : Due to the potentially severe nature of the effects from skin contact with this material, all exposed skin surfaces should be covered with impermeable clothing such as aprons, disposable suits and gloves. This protective equipment should be constructed of material(s) which are appropriate to prevent contact with the chemicals listed in the ingredient section of the MSDS. ________________________________________________________________________________