FLEXIBLE VINYL PELLET COMPOUND

Hazard statements (CLP)

H221, H242, H290

Code

Statements

H221

Flammable gas

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Ratings ** Flexible vinyl pellet compounds are mixtures of PVC resins with various functional additives. Additives are bound up in the manufac- turing process and are not expected to create any hazard when handled or processed in accordance with good manufacturing and industrial hygiene practices. Trace amounts of hydrogen chloride may be generated from the PVC compound if overheated. Volatiles from stabilizers, plasticizers, lubricants, etc. which may be generated in trace amounts may prove sensitive to some individuals.

Potential health effects

Inhalation: N/A Skin & Eyes: At processing temperatures vinyl compounds may emit fumes and vapors that are irritating to the respiratory tract, eyes or skin of some sensitive individuals. Ingestion: N/A Carcinogenicity: N/A

Classifications

Flammable Gasses: 2 Self-reactive substances and mixtures: Type B Corrosive to Metals: 1

Hazard statements

H221 Flammable Gas H242 Heating may cause a fire H290 May be corrosive to metals

Precautionary statements

P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking P220 Keep/Store away from clothing/combustible materials P234 Keep only in original container P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection P377 Leaking gas fire: Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely P381 Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so P390 Absorb spillage to prevent material damage P370+P378 In case of fire: Use water, ABC dry chemical, or AFFF and protein type air foams for extinction. P403 Store in a well-ventilated place P406 Store in corrosive resistant container with a resistant inner liner P411 Store at temperatures not exceeding 572ºF (300ºC) P420 Store away from other materials P403+P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool P501 Refer to manufacturer/supplier for information on recovery/recycling Page 1 of 3