Pipeline Plastics Polyethylene Pipe

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Emergency Overview Physical Appearance: o Black polyethylene pipe o Black polyethylene pipe with external longitudinal contrasting color stripes o Polyethylene pipe is supplied in straight lengths or coils o This product is not a “Hazardous Chemical” as defined by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200. Hazards of o Injury or death can result from product falling from a height or unexpected movement during Product

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unloading or handling. Call 940-627-9100 for unloading and handling instructions o Product surface can be slippery especially if there is water, snow or ice on the surface. Do not walk on product. o May contain an ingredient that can cause cancer. See Section 11. Not expected to be harmful if all recommendations in this MSDS are followed. See Section 7 and Section 8. o EYE: Not expected to cause prolonged or significant eye irritation. If this material is heated, thermal burns may result from eye contact. o SKIN: Contact with the skin is not expected to cause prolonged or significant irritation or cause an allergic skin response. If this material is heated, thermal burns may result from skin contact. o INHALATION: Not expected to be harmful if inhaled. If this material is heated, fumes may be unpleasant and produce nausea and irritation of the upper respiratory tract. o INGESTION: Not expected to be harmful if swallowed.