ELVANOL 51-05 polyvinyl alcohol

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA Emergency Overview Resin particles, like other inert materials, are mechanically irritating to eyes. May form explosive dust-air mixture. Avoid breathing dust or solution spray.

Potential health effects

Processing temperatures that exceed those described in Section 10 (Conditions to Avoid), may evolve fumes irritating the eyes, nose and throat. Skin Experience shows no unusual dermatitis hazard from routine handling. Eyes Methyl acetate Corrosive, may cause permanent eye injury if not promptly treated. Severe eye irritation Methanol May cause eye irritation. May cause: Tearing, redness, or discomfort. Inhalation Exposure may result in reddening, tears and itching of the eyes and soreness in the nose and throat, together with coughing. Ingestion 1 / 11 Component Material Safety Data Sheet ELVANOL® 51-05 polyvinyl alcohol Version 2.0 Revision Date: 09/12/2011 Ref. 130000021504 Methyl acetate Abdominal pain Nausea, Vomiting, Weakness, narcosis. Methanol Toxic if swallowed. Causes damage to the kidneys/ liver/ eyes/ brain/ digestive system/ central nervous system if swallowed. Impairment of vision, Blindness. Repeated exposure Methyl acetate Adverse effects from repeated exposure may include: Respiratory irritation Central nervous system effects cardiovascular system effects altered blood chemistry Liver effects Kidney effects Target Organs Methyl acetate Central nervous system Respiratory system Cardio-vascular system Blood Mucous membranes Liver Kidney Methanol Central nervous system Eyes Carcinogenicity None of the components present in this material at concentrations equal to or greater than 0.1% are listed by IARC, NTP, or OSHA, as a carcinogen.