General Information
Revision date
2014-10-02
Product name
Polyethylene ‐ HDPE
Product Synonyms
Polymer
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Used to manufacture grocery, merchandise and trash bags; food containers for frozen desserts to margarine; plastic caps and closures; liners for boxes of cereal and crackers; plastic drink cups and toys; dairy crates; bread trays; pails for items from paint to fresh fruits and
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Company Information
company name
Hoehn Plastics Inc.
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Non‐hazardous HMIS Physical State Solid HEALTH Color Typically clear or off‐white FLAMMABILTY Odor Waxy, mild
Physical hazards
PERSONAL PROTECTION See Section 8
Principle Routes of Exposure
Eyes or skin contact
Potential health effects
Acute Effects Inhalation Health injuries not expected. Not a probable route of exposure under ordinary conditions. Skin contact Health injuries not expected. Possible mechanical irritation. Eye contact Health injuries not expected. Possible mechanical irritation from dust or powder. Ingestion Health injuries not expected. Not a probable route of exposure.
Potential chronic health
Ongoing exposure may aggravate acute effects Carcinogenicity See Section 11
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
Ongoing exposure may aggravate acute effects . by long term exposure
