Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
50-00-0
Name of the chemical
Formaldehyde
Concentration
<1.0
General Information
Version
4
Revision date
2026-02-28
Product name
CYMEL 1170
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Industrial applications
Manufacturer Name
PPG Industries, Inc
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Company Information
company name
PPG Industries, Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H302, H313, H316, H317, H319, H334, H350
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H302
Harmful if swallowed
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture ACUTE TOXICITY (oral) - Category 4 ACUTE TOXICITY (dermal) - Category 5 SKIN IRRITATION - Category 3 EYE IRRITATION - Category 2A RESPIRATORY SENSITIZATION - Category 1 SKIN SENSITIZATION - Category 1 CARCINOGENICITY - Category 1A Percentage of the mixture consisting of ingredient(s) of unknown acute toxicity: 97.6% (oral), 97.6% (dermal), 97.6% (inhalation)
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H302 - Harmful if swallowed. H313 - May be harmful in contact with skin. H316 - Causes mild skin irritation. H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction. H319 - Causes serious eye irritation. H334 - May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. H350 - May cause cancer.
Prevention
P201 - Obtain special instructions before use. P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P280 - Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and eye or face protection. P284 - Wear respiratory protection. P261 - Avoid breathing vapor. P270 - Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P264 - Wash thoroughly after handling. P272 - Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
Response
P308 + P313 - IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice or attention. P304 + P340 - IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P342 + P311 - If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor. P301 + P312, P330 - IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. P302 + P312, P352 - IF ON SKIN: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell. Wash with plenty of water. P333 + P313 - If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice or attention. P362 + P364 - Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P337 + P313 - If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice or attention.
Storage
P405 - Store locked up.
Disposal
P501 - Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local, regional, national and international regulations.
Other hazards which do not result in classification
Contains a substance that may emit formaldehyde if stored beyond its shelf life and/ or during cure at curing temperatures greater than 60C ( 140F). Prolonged or repeated contact may dry skin and cause irritation. Repeated exposure to high vapor concentrations may cause irritation of the respiratory system and permanent brain and nervous system damage. Inhalation of vapor/aerosol concentrations above the recommended exposure limits causes headaches, drowsiness and nausea and may lead to unconsciousness or death. Emits toxic fumes when heated. See toxicological information (Section 11)
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
ACUTE TOXICITY (oral) - Category 4 substance or mixture ACUTE TOXICITY (dermal) - Category 5 SKIN IRRITATION - Category 3 EYE IRRITATION - Category 2A RESPIRATORY SENSITIZATION - Category 1 SKIN SENSITIZATION - Category 1 CARCINOGENICITY - Category 1A Percentage of the mixture consisting of ingredient(s) of unknown acute toxicity: 97.6% (oral), 97.6% (dermal), 97.6% (inhalation)