Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
822-06-0
Name of the chemical
Hexamethylene diisocyanate
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2015-05-06
Product name
PetraThane RCU - PART B
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Chemical intermediate for polyurethane
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Petra Polymers
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Acute Oral Toxicity Category 4 Acute Dermal Toxicity Category 4 Acute Vapors Toxicity Category 5 Skin Irritation Category 3 Eye Irritation Category 2 Skin Sensitizer Category 1 Respiratory Sensitizer Category 1 TOST: Single Exposure Category 2 TOST: Repeated Exposure Category 2 NFPA ratings (scale 0 – 4): HEALTH 2 FIRE 1 REACTIVITY 1 SPECIAL - NFPA HAZARD RATING: 4= EXTREME 2= MODERATE 0= INSIGNIFICANT 3= HIGH 1= SLIGHT
Signal word
Warning PHYSICAL APPEARANCE: Milky clear liquid with slight odor
Hazard statements
WARNING! May cause eye, skin, and respiratory tract irritation. Closed container may forcibly rupture under extreme heat. Use cold water spray to cool fire-exposed containers to minimize the risk of rupture. Vapors may travel to areas away from work site before igniting/flashing back to vapor source. Vapors or mist may be a fire and explosion hazard when exposed to high temperature or ignition. Reports have associated repeated and prolonged occupational overexposure to solvents with permanent brain and nervous system damage. Intentional misuse by deliberately concentrating and inhaling solvents may be harmful or fatal. May cause kidney damage. May cause liver damage. May cause blood disorder.
Principle Routes of Exposure
Skin Contact, Eye Contact, Ingestion, Inhalation
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
Skin disorders, Respiratory disorders, Eye disorders HUMAN EFFECTS AND SYMPTOMS OF OVEREXPOSURE ACUTE INHALATION Aliphatic Polyisocyanate: Diisocyanate or polyisocyanate vapors or mist at concentrations above the exposure limits or guidelines can irritate ( burning sensation) the mucous membranes in the respiratory tract ( nose, throat, lungs) with symptoms of runny nose, sore throat, coughing, chest discomfort, shortness of breath and reduced lung function ( breathing difficulty). Persons with a preexisting, nonspecific bronchial hyper reactivity can respond to concentrations below the exposure limits or guidelines with similar symptoms as well as asthma attack or asthma-like symptoms. Exposure well above the exposure limits or guidelines may lead to bronchitis, bronchial spasm and pulmonary edema (fluid in lungs). Chemical or hypersensitivity pneumonitis, with flu-like symptoms (e.g. fever, chills), has also been reported. These symptoms can be delayed up to several hours after exposure. These effects are usually reversible. CHRONIC INHALATION: Aliphatic Polyisocyanate: As a result of previous repeated overexposures or a single large dose, certain individuals may develop sensitization to diisocyanates or polyisocyanates (asthma or asthma-like symptoms) that may cause them to react to a later exposure to diisocyanates or polyisocyanates at levels well below the exposure limits or guidelines. These symptoms, which can include chest tightness, wheezing, cough, shortness of breath or asthmatic attack, could be delayed up to several hours after exposure. Extreme asthmatic reactions can be life threatening. Similar to many non-specific asthmatic responses, there are reports that once sensitized an individual can experience these symptoms upon exposure to dust, cold air, or other irritants. This increased lung sensitivity can persist for weeks and in severe cases for several years. Sensitization can be permanent. Chronic overexposure to diisocyanates has also been reported to cause lung damage (including fibrosis, decrease in lung function) that may be permanent. ACUTE SKIN: Aliphatic Polyisocyanate: Causes irritation with symptoms of reddening, itching, and swelling. Can cause sensitization. Persons previously sensitized can experience allergic skin reaction with symptoms of reddening, itching, swelling, and rash. Cured material is difficult to remove. CHRONIC SKIN: Aliphatic Polyisocyanate: Prolonged contact can cause reddening, swelling, rash, and, in some cases, skin sensitization. Animal tests and other research indicate that skin contact with diisocyanates can play a role in causing isocyanate sensitization and respiratory reaction. This data reinforces the need to prevent direct skin contact with isocyanates. ACUTE EYE: Aliphatic Polyisocyanate: Causes irritation with symptoms of reddening, tearing, stinging, and swelling. May cause temporary corneal injury. Vapor may cause irritation with symptoms of burning and tearing. CHRONIC EYE: Aliphatic Polyisocyanate: Prolonged vapor contact may cause conjunctivitis. ACUTE INGESTION: Aliphatic Polyisocyanate: May cause irritation; Symptoms may include abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Carcinogenicity: No Carcinogenic substances as defined by IARC, NTP and/or OSHA
Precautionary statements
Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Use personal protective equipment as required. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Get medical advice/attention. IF SWALLOWED: Get immediate medical advice/attention. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.