General Information
Revision date
2010-08-16
Product name
MR 180CW Wax
Product Synonyms
Paraffin Wax
Emergency telephone
1-800-705-2310
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
MASTERANK AMERICA INC
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
masterank@masterank.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Emergency Overview: This material is solid at ambient temperature and exhibits softening (melting) characteristics at elevated temperatures. At elevated temperatures well above the softening point, the generation of hydrocarbon vapors may be expected. Warning When handling at elevated temperature, wear protective gloves and other PPE to protect against thermal burns. Spills may create a slipping hazard. POTENTIAL PHYSICAL EFFECTS SKIN CONTACT – contact with molten material can result in severe burns. EYE CONTACT – Direct contact of molten product to the eyes will cause thermal burns and injury. INHALATION – Breathing fumes in confined areas can cause respiratory discomfort and possible irritation.
Potential health effects
Low order of toxicity. High-pressure injection into or under skin may cause a serious medical condition. NFPA Hazard ID: Health: 1 Flammability: 1 Reactivity: 0 HMIS Hazard ID: Health: 1 Flammability: 1 Reactivity: 0 NOTE: This material should not be used for any other purpose than the intended use in Section 1 without expert advice.
