Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
822-06-0
Name of the chemical
Hexamethylene diisocyanate
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2012-05-17
Product name
MiraFlor Glazetop Clear, “B” COMPONENT
Chemical name
Polyisocyanate Curative
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Decking Topcoat Curative
Emergency telephone
800-424-9300
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Company Information
company name
Crossfield Products Corp
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: This product is a clear to pale yellow liquid solution. This solution is corrosive, and can be damaging to contaminated tissue. Ingestion of large quantities can be fatal. In the event of fire or spill, adequate precautions must be taken. If involved in a fire, this product may decompose to produce toxic or irritating combustion products and a variety of other compounds (i.e. carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide). Emergency responders must wear the proper personal protective equipment suitable for the situation to which the are responding. SYMPTOMS OF OVER-EXPOSURE BY ROUTE OF EXPOSURE: This solution can damage skin, eyes, mucous membranes, and other contaminated WHMIS HAZARDOUS MATERIAL tissue. SYSTEM INFORMATION INHALATION: HDI aerosols or vapors at concentrations above the applicable exposure limits can irritate the mucous membranes in the HEALTH (BLUE 2 respiratory tract causing runny nose, sore throat, dryness of the throat, chest tightness, coughing, chest discomfort, shortness of breath (dyspnea) and reduced lung function. Persons with pre-existing non-specific bronchial hyperreactivity can respond to concentrations below the exposure limits with FLAMMABILITY (RED) 1 similar symptoms as well as an asthma attack. Exposure well above the exposure limits may lead to bronchitis, bronchial spasm and pulmonary edema. These symptoms can be delayed up to several hours after REACTIVITY exposure. Chemical or hypersensitive pneumonitis has also been reported. (YELLOW 1 Other possible symptoms of overexposure include headache, wheezing, dizziness, nausea, narcosis, fatigue and loss of appetite. Chronic overexposure has been associated with various neurotoxic effects including permanent brain and nervous system damage, loss of memory, loss of PROTECTIVE D intellectual ability and loss of coordination. Q EYES CONTACT WITH SKIN: Isocyanates react with skin protein and moisture RESPIRATORY HANDS BODY and can cause irritation. Symptoms of skin irritation may include reddening, swelling, rash, scaling or blistering. Some persons may develop skin SEE SECTION 8 sensitization from skin contact. Cured material is difficult to remove. Repeated or prolonged contact can result in dry, defatted and cracked skin For routine industrial applications with increased susceptibility to infection. Additional irritation may develop into dermatitis. CONTACT WITH EYES: Vapors are irritating and can cause pain, tearing, reddening and swelling if left untreated. Corneal damage can occur and injury is slow to heal, however damage is usually reversible. SKIN ABSORPTION: Skin absorption is not anticipated to be a significant route of over-exposure to any component of this product. INGESTION: Though ingestion is not anticipated to be a significant route of over-exposure to this product, if ingestion does occur it can result in irritation and possible corrosive action in the mouth, stomach tissue and digestive tract. Symptoms can include sore throat, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Vomiting may cause aspiration of solvent resulting in chemical pneumonitis. INJECTION: Though injection is not anticipated to be a significant route of over-exposure to this product, if it occurs, may cause local reddening, tissue swelling, and discomfort.
Potential health effects
OR RISKS FROM EXPOSURE A Brief Explanation in Lay Terms ACUTE: This solution is corrosive, and can burn and damage eyes, skin, mucous membranes, and any other exposed tissue. If inhaled, irritation of the respiratory system may occur, with coughing, and breathing difficulty. Though unlikely to occur during occupational use, ingestion of large quantities may be fatal. CHRONIC: Repeated skin contact with this product may result in dermatitis (inflammation and reddening of the skin) and skin sensitization. What should I do if a hazardous situation occurs?