Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
9002-84-0
Name of the chemical
Polytetrafluoroethylene
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2009-08-17
Product name
6085-xx Tape
Emergency telephone
USA – (CHEMTREC) 800-424-9300
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Company Information
company name
Taconic
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Emergency Overview Use of product or product subjected to elevated temperatures may cause evolution of particulate matter, which can cause “polymer fume fever”, a temporary condition. May cause eye irritation and respiratory irritation. Moving the individual to fresh air will alleviate the symptoms. Elevated temperatures will result in thermal decay of PTFE and may release carbonyl fluoride that hydrolyses to hydrogen fluoride and carbon dioxide in air by reacting with moisture. Avoid exposure; provide supplemental fresh air to individual exposed.
Potential health effects
EYE: Normally none however if product is heated above 150-degrees C, air emissions may cause temporary irritation (tears, blurred vision, and redness). Rinsing eyes with clean water will alleviate effects. See physician. SKIN: Normally none however if product is heated above 150 degrees C, air emissions may cause skin irritation. Washing skin with soap and water will alleviate symptoms. See physician. INGESTION: Normally not a concern (since it is a sizable solid). Swallowing small amounts of this product is unlikely to cause harmful effects. See physician. INHALATION: Normally not a concern, however if the product is cut, sawed, etc., dust may be created. Appropriate respiratory protection is warranted. Additionally, if the product is heated above 150 degrees C, it may create air emissions that cause temporary irritation to lungs. Breathing moderate amounts of semi- combusted material during thermal degradation may result in a loss of breathing comfort. Symptoms may include tightness of the chest, difficult breathing and coughing. Extended exposure may produce “polymer fume fever”, a temporary condition. Moving the patient to fresh air will alleviate the symptoms. See physician. CHRONIC (CANCER) INFORMATION: No known data available. TERATOLOGY (BIRTH DEFECT) INFORMATION: No known data available. REPRODUCTIVE INFORMATION: No known data available.
Environmental effects
Generally, very stable except under extreme heat (>300oC).
