GEON E-44

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

67/548/EEC EMERGENCY OVERVIEW This mixture has not been evaluated as a whole. All ingredients are bound and potential for hazardous exposure as shipped is minimal. However, some vapors may be released upon heating or processing. The end-user (fabricator) must take the necessary precautions (mechanical ventilation, respiratory protection, etc.) to protect employees from exposure. See sections 8 and 11 for special precautions. May emit Hydrogen Chloride (HCl) or Carbon Monoxide (CO) under fire conditions.

Potential health effects

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture according to directive 1999/45/EC Classification of the Preparation: This product is not classified as hazardous according to EC-directives 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC.

2.2 Label elements

The product does not need to be labelled in accordance with EC directives or respective national laws. Not a hazardous substance or mixture according to EC-directives 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC.

2.3 Other hazards

Acute exposure Inhalation : Resin particles, like other inert materials, can be mechanically irritating. At process temperatures, product emissions may cause irritation. Ingestion : No adverse health effects are anticipated. Eyes : Resin particles, like other inert materials, can be mechanically irritating. At process temperatures, product emissions may cause irritation. Skin : Experience shows no unusual dermatitis hazard from routine handling.

Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

According to Annex XIII of Regulation (EC) No.1907/2006: The product does not contain a substance fulfilling the PBT (persistent/bioaccumulative/toxic) criteria or the vPvB (very persistent/very bioaccumulative) criteria.