"ZYTEL" NYLON RESINS ALL IN SYNONYM LIST ZYT044

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

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Potential health effects

NYLON 6 Eye contact with Nylon 6 particles may cause eye irritation with discomfort, tearing, or blurring of vision. Significant skin permeation, and systemic toxicity, after contact appears unlikely. There are no reports of human sensitization. CAPROLACTAM Human experience or case reports have identified the following potential effects from overexposure by inhalation to Caprolactam: irritation of the nose and throat with sneezing, sore throat, dry throat or runny nose; irritation of the gastrointestinal tract with heartburn or discomfort; liver abnormalities; central nervous system depression with dizziness, confusion, incoordination, drowsiness or unconsciousness; convulsions; nosebleed; or bitter taste. Repeated and/or prolonged inhalation may cause central nervous system abnormalities. Less frequently, liver abnormalities have been reported. Exposure to Caprolactam fumes or dust may cause concentration-related increases in skin, eye, and upper respiratory tract irritation. Human experience or case reports have identified the following potential effects from overexposure by skin contact with Caprolactam: skin irritation with itching, burning, redness, swelling or rash; dermatitis with itching or rash; or skin sensitization. By itself 5% Caprolactam showed no clear evidence of dermatitis; however, skin sensitization has been reported in Caprolactam manufacturing facilities. Skin permeation may occur in amounts capable of producing the effects of systemic toxicity. Eye contact with Caprolactam may cause eye irritation with tearing, pain or blurred vision. Prolonged or high exposure may cause corneal damage. Increased susceptibility to the effects of this material may be observed in persons with pre-existing disease of the central nervous system. CARBON BLACK Immediate effects of overexposure to Carbon Black by inhalation may include irritation of the nose, throat, and lungs with cough, difficulty breathing or shortness of breath. If particles from Carbon Black contact the eye, mechanical irritation with tearing, pain or blurred vision may result. Continued) Significant skin permeation, and systemic toxicity, after contact with Carbon Black appears unlikely. There are no reports of human sensitization. Epidemiologic studies demonstrate no significant risk of human cancer from exposure to Carbon Black. While some reports cite an increased incidence of pulmonary abnormalities, such as decreased pulmonary function and radiological changes among Carbon Black workers, other reports show no correlation between exposure and effects on pulmonary function or disease. Increased susceptibility to the effects of Carbon Black may be observed in persons with pre-existing disease of the lungs. Carcinogenicity Information