General Information
Revision date
2018-02-20
Product name
NOVAPOL Polyethylene
Product Synonyms
HDPE, HPLDPE, LDPE, LLDPE, LMDPE, MDPE Polyethylene resins, ethylene
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Thermoplastic resin extruded into film, sheet or moulded into containers and other shapes
1.2.2. Uses advised against
All uses other than the identified
supplier name
NOVA Chemicals International
Emergency telephone
1-800-561-6682, 1-403-314-8767 (NOVA Chemicals) (24 hours
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
NOVA Chemicals International
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
msdsemail@novachem.com
GHS Information
Signal word
No
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Not classified
Hazard pictograms
No symbol
Signal word
No signal word.
Hazard statements
not applicable
Prevention
Keep out of reach of children. Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof [electrical/ventilating/lighting] equipment. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. [In case of inadequate ventilation] wear respiratory protection.
Response
IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Get medical advice/attention. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/soap. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
Storage
Store in accordance with local/regional/national regulations. Protect from sunlight.
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Refer to manufacturer or supplier for information on recovery or recycling.
Other hazards which do not result in classification
Primary hazards: not applicable Specific hazards: This mixture is a preparation containing polymers and additives. Although it may contain components that may be classified, the product does not present a danger to human health by inhalation, ingestion or contact with the skin or to the aquatic environment in the form in which it is placed on the market. If small particles are generated during further processing, handling or by other means, may form combustible dust concentrations in air. Spilled product may create a dangerous slipping hazard. Under fire conditions, product will readily burn and emit irritating smoke. Molten material will produce thermal burns. Polyethylene is an essentially biologically inert solid and considered non-toxic. It is stable (does not decompose) in landfills or in aquatic systems.
