POLYMER

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA EMERGENCY OVERVIEW This information is based on findings from related or similar materials. • May cause allergic skin reaction. • May cause eye irritation. • Dust may cause irritation of the nose, throat, and lungs. • This product may contain particulate, not otherwise classified (Nuisance Dust)

Potential health effects

Signs and Symptoms of Exposure

Principle Routes of Exposure

Eyes or skin (No absorption); inhalation of dust. Eye Higher concentration can irritate eyes. May cause eye irritation or damage. Skin Repeated or prolonged exposure may cause allergic skin rashes. Ingestion Higher concentration can irritate respiratory system. Inhalation Possible temporary discomfort due to inhalation of dust concentration above the permissible exposure limit. Dust may cause irritation of the nose, throat, and lungs. Sub-Chronic Effects For Polymer: OSHA classifies this material as Particulates, Not Otherwise Classified. Eyes, skin and Respiratory tract may be irritated by gross overexposure to Particulates, Not Otherwise Classified, no matter how they are generated. Avoid inhalation of dust. Keep dust out of eyes to prevent possible irritation. For decomposition product: Methyl Methacrylate Monomer; Liquid or high vapor concentration can irritate eyes, respiratory system and cause skin rashes. Prolonged exposure can lead to headaches, nausea, staggering gait, confusion, drowsiness and unconsciousness. Repeated and prolonged over exposure may cause permanent brain and nervous system damage, allergic skin rashes, eye corrosion and permanent injury, as well as changes in liver and kidney function or damage. For Benzoyl Peroxide: repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization. NOTE: Refer to Section 11, Toxicological Information for Details