APTANE B900

Applied Polymers A division of Era Polymers Pty Ltd Chemwatch Hazard Alert Code: 2
Version No: 2.3 Issue Date: 10/03/2016
Safety Data Sheet according to WHS and ADG requirements Print Date: 22/04/2016
Initial Date: 08/12/2015
S.GHS.AUS.EN

SECTION 1 IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE / MIXTURE AND OF THE COMPANY / UNDERTAKING

Product Identifier
Product name APTANE B900
Synonyms Not Available
Other means of
Not Available
identification

Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Relevant identified uses Isocyanate component for the manufacture of polyurethane.

Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Registered company name Applied Polymers A division of Era Polymers Pty Ltd
Address 181-187 Ordish Rd, Dandenong South, VIC 3175 Australia
Telephone +61 (0)3 9584 3966
Fax +61 (0)3 9583 9979
Website www.appliedpolymers.com.au
Email [email protected]

Emergency telephone number

Association / Organisation CHEMWATCH
Emergency telephone
Not Available
numbers
Other emergency telephone
Not Available
numbers

CHEMWATCH EMERGENCY RESPONSE

Primary Number Alternative Number 1 Alternative Number 2
1800 039 008 +612 9186 1132 Not Available

Once connected and if the message is not in your prefered language then please dial 01

SECTION 2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Classification of the substance or mixture

HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL. NON-DANGEROUS GOODS. According to the WHS Regulations and the ADG Code.
Poisons Schedule S6
Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2, Eye Irritation Category 2A, Respiratory Sensitizer Category 1, Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure Category 3
Classification [1] (respiratory tract irritation), Acute Toxicity (Inhalation) Category 4, Skin Sensitizer Category 1, Carcinogenicity Category 2, Specific target organ toxicity -
repeated exposure Category 2
Legend: 1. Classified by Chemwatch; 2. Classification drawn from HSIS ; 3. Classification drawn from EC Directive 1272/2008 - Annex VI

Label elements

GHS label elements

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SIGNAL WORD DANGER

Hazard statement(s)
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
H332 Harmful if inhaled.
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
H351 Suspected of causing cancer.
H373 May cause damage to organs.

Precautionary statement(s) Prevention

P101 If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand.
P102 Keep out of reach of children.
P103 Read label before use.
P201 Obtain special instructions before use.
P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P281 Use personal protective equipment as required.
P285 In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection.
P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.

Precautionary statement(s) Response

P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
P342+P311 If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P312 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.
P333+P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
P337+P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.

Precautionary statement(s) Storage

P405 Store locked up.
P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.

Precautionary statement(s) Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations.

SECTION 3 COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Substances
See section below for composition of Mixtures

Mixtures
CAS No %[weight] Name
9016-87-9 50-70 polymeric diphenylmethane diisocyanate
101-68-8 30-50 4,4'-diphenylmethane diisocyanate (MDI)

SECTION 4 FIRST AID MEASURES

Description of first aid measures

If this product comes in contact with the eyes:

Immediately hold eyelids apart and flush the eye continuously with running water.
Eye Contact Ensure complete irrigation of the eye by keeping eyelids apart and away from eye and moving the eyelids by occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids.
Continue flushing until advised to stop by the Poisons Information Centre or a doctor, or for at least 15 minutes.
Transport to hospital or doctor without delay.

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Removal of contact lenses after an eye injury should only be undertaken by skilled personnel.
If skin contact occurs:
Immediately remove all contaminated clothing, including footwear.
Skin Contact
Flush skin and hair with running water (and soap if available).
Seek medical attention in event of irritation.
If fumes or combustion products are inhaled remove from contaminated area.
Lay patient down. Keep warm and rested.
Prostheses such as false teeth, which may block airway, should be removed, where possible, prior to initiating first aid procedures.
Apply artificial respiration if not breathing, preferably with a demand valve resuscitator, bag-valve mask device, or pocket mask as trained. Perform CPR if
Inhalation necessary.
Transport to hospital, or doctor, without delay.
Following uptake by inhalation, move person to an area free from risk of further exposure. Oxygen or artificial respiration should be administered as needed.
Asthmatic-type symptoms may develop and may be immediate or delayed up to several hours. Treatment is essentially symptomatic. A physician should be
consulted.
IF SWALLOWED, REFER FOR MEDICAL ATTENTION, WHERE POSSIBLE, WITHOUT DELAY.
For advice, contact a Poisons Information Centre or a doctor.
Urgent hospital treatment is likely to be needed.
In the mean time, qualified first-aid personnel should treat the patient following observation and employing supportive measures as indicated by the patient's
condition.
If the services of a medical officer or medical doctor are readily available, the patient should be placed in his/her care and a copy of the SDS should be
provided. Further action will be the responsibility of the medical specialist.
If medical attention is not available on the worksite or surroundings send the patient to a hospital together with a copy of the SDS.
Ingestion
Where medical attention is not immediately available or where the patient is more than 15 minutes from a hospital or unless instructed
otherwise:
INDUCE vomiting with fingers down the back of the throat, ONLY IF CONSCIOUS. Lean patient forward or place on left side (head-down position, if
possible) to maintain open airway and prevent aspiration.
NOTE: Wear a protective glove when inducing vomiting by mechanical means.

Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

For sub-chronic and chronic exposures to isocyanates:
This material may be a potent pulmonary sensitiser which causes bronchospasm even in patients without prior airway hyperreactivity.
Clinical symptoms of exposure involve mucosal irritation of respiratory and gastrointestinal tracts.
Conjunctival irritation, skin inflammation (erythema, pain vesiculation) and gastrointestinal disturbances occur soon after exposure.
Pulmonary symptoms include cough, burning, substernal pain and dyspnoea.
Some cross-sensitivity occurs between different isocyanates.
Noncardiogenic pulmonary oedema and bronchospasm are the most serious consequences of exposure. Markedly symptomatic patients should receive oxygen, ventilatory support and an
intravenous line.
Treatment for asthma includes inhaled sympathomimetics (epinephrine [adrenalin], terbutaline) and steroids.
Activated charcoal (1 g/kg) and a cathartic (sorbitol, magnesium citrate) may be useful for ingestion.
Mydriatics, systemic analgesics and topical antibiotics (Sulamyd) may be used for corneal abrasions.
There is no effective therapy for sensitised workers.
[Ellenhorn and Barceloux; Medical Toxicology]
NOTE: Isocyanates cause airway restriction in naive individuals with the degree of response dependant on the concentration and duration of exposure. They induce smooth muscle contraction
which leads to bronchoconstrictive episodes. Acute changes in lung function, such as decreased FEV1, may not represent sensitivity.
[Karol & Jin, Frontiers in Molecular Toxicology, pp 56-61, 1992]
Personnel who work with isocyanates, isocyanate prepolymers or polyisocyanates should have a pre-placement medical examination and periodic examinations thereafter, including a pulmonary
function test. Anyone with a medical history of chronic respiratory disease, asthmatic or bronchial attacks, indications of allergic responses, recurrent eczema or sensitisation conditions of the skin
should not handle or work with isocyanates. Anyone who develops chronic respiratory distress when working with isocyanates should be removed from exposure and examined by a physician.
Further exposure must be avoided if a sensitivity to isocyanates or polyisocyanates has developed.

SECTION 5 FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

Extinguishing media
Small quantities of water in contact with hot liquid may react violently with generation of a large volume of rapidly expanding hot sticky semi-solid foam.
Presents additional hazard when fire fighting in a confined space.
Cooling with flooding quantities of water reduces this risk.
Water spray or fog may cause frothing and should be used in large quantities.
Foam.
Dry chemical powder.
BCF (where regulations permit).
Carbon dioxide.
Water spray or fog - Large fires only.

Special hazards arising from the substrate or mixture

Fire Incompatibility Avoid contamination with oxidising agents i.e. nitrates, oxidising acids, chlorine bleaches, pool chlorine etc. as ignition may result

Advice for firefighters

Alert Fire Brigade and tell them location and nature of hazard.
Wear full body protective clothing with breathing apparatus.
Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water course.
Use water delivered as a fine spray to control fire and cool adjacent area.
Fire Fighting
Avoid spraying water onto liquid pools.
DO NOT approach containers suspected to be hot.
Cool fire exposed containers with water spray from a protected location.
If safe to do so, remove containers from path of fire.

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Combustible.
Moderate fire hazard when exposed to heat or flame.
When heated to high temperatures decomposes rapidly generating vapour which pressures and may then rupture containers with release of flammable and
highly toxic isocyanate vapour.
Fire/Explosion Hazard Burns with acrid black smoke and poisonous fumes.
Combustion yields traces of highly toxic hydrogen cyanide HCN, plus toxic nitrogen oxides NOx and carbon monoxide.
Combustion products include:, carbon dioxide (CO2), isocyanates, hydrogen cyanide, and minor amounts of, nitrogen oxides (NOx), other pyrolysis products typical
of burning organic materialMay emit corrosive fumes.When heated at high temperatures many isocyanates decompose rapidly generating a vapour which
pressurises containers, possibly to the point of rupture. Release of toxic and/or flammable isocyanate vapours may then occur

SECTION 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Remove all ignition sources.
Clean up all spills immediately.
Avoid breathing vapours and contact with skin and eyes.
Minor Spills Control personal contact with the substance, by using protective equipment.
Contain and absorb spill with sand, earth, inert material or vermiculite.
Wipe up.
Place in a suitable, labelled container for waste disposal.
Liquid Isocyanates and high isocyanate vapour concentrations will penetrate seals on self contained breathing apparatus - SCBA should be used inside
encapsulating suit where this exposure may occur.
For isocyanate spills of less than 40 litres (2 m2):
Evacuate area from everybody not dealing with the emergency, keep them upwind and prevent further access, remove ignition sources and, if inside building,
ventilate area as well as possible.
Notify supervision and others as necessary.
Put on personal protective equipment (suitable respiratory protection, face and eye protection, protective suit, gloves and impermeable boots).
Control source of leakage (where applicable).
Dike the spill to prevent spreading and to contain additions of decontaminating solution.
Prevent the material from entering drains.
Estimate spill pool volume or area.
Absorb and decontaminate. - Completely cover the spill with wet sand, wet earth, vermiculite or other similar absorbent. - Add neutraliser (for suitable
formulations: see below) to the adsorbent materials (equal to that of estimated spill pool volume). Intensify contact between spill, absorbent and neutraliser by
carefully mixing with a rake and allow to react for 15 minutes
Shovel absorbent/decontaminant solution mixture into a steel drum.
Decontaminate surface. - Pour an equal amount of neutraliser solution over contaminated surface. - Scrub area with a stiff bristle brush, using moderate
pressure. - Completely cover decontaminant with vermiculite or other similar absorbent. - After 5 minutes, shovel absorbent/decontamination solution mixture
into the same steel drum used above.
Monitor for residual isocyanate. If surface is decontaminated, proceed to next step. If contamination persists, repeat decontaminate procedure immediately
above
Place loosely covered drum (release of carbon dioxide) outside for at least 72 hours. Label waste-containing drum appropriately. Remove waste materials for
incineration.
Decontaminate and remove personal protective equipment.
Return to normal operation.
Conduct accident investigation and consider measures to prevent reoccurrence.

Decontamination:
Treat isocyanate spills with sufficient amounts of isocyanate decontaminant preparation ('neutralising fluid'). Isocyanates and polyisocyanates are generally not
miscible with water. Liquid surfactants are necessary to allow better dispersion of isocyanate and neutralising fluids/ preparations. Alkaline neutralisers react
faster than water/surfactant mixtures alone.
Typically, such a preparation may consist of:
Sawdust: 20 parts by weight Kieselguhr 40 parts by weight plus a mixture of {ammonia (s.g. 0.880) 8% v/v non-ionic surfactant 2% v/v water 90% v/v}.
Let stand for 24 hours
Major Spills
Three commonly used neutralising fluids each exhibit advantages in different situations.
Formulation A :
liquid surfactant 0.2-2%
sodium carbonate 5-10%
water to 100%
Formulation B
liquid surfactant 0.2-2%
concentrated ammonia 3-8%
water to 100%
Formulation C
ethanol, isopropanol or butanol 50%
concentrated ammonia 5%
water to 100%

After application of any of these formulae, let stand for 24 hours.

Formulation B reacts faster than Formulation A. However, ammonia-based neutralisers should be used only under well-ventilated conditions to avoid
overexposure to ammonia or if members of the emergency team wear suitable respiratory protection. Formulation C is especially suitable for cleaning of
equipment from unreacted isocyanate and neutralizing under freezing conditions. Regard has to be taken to the flammability of the alcoholic solution.
Avoid contamination with water, alkalies and detergent solutions.
Material reacts with water and generates gas, pressurises containers with even drum rupture resulting.
DO NOT reseal container if contamination is suspected.
Open all containers with care.
DO NOT touch the spill material
Moderate hazard.
Clear area of personnel and move upwind.
Alert Fire Brigade and tell them location and nature of hazard.
Wear breathing apparatus plus protective gloves.
Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water course.
No smoking, naked lights or ignition sources.
Increase ventilation.
Stop leak if safe to do so.

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Contain spill with sand, earth or vermiculite.

Collect recoverable product into labelled containers for recycling.
Absorb remaining product with sand, earth or vermiculite.
Collect solid residues and seal in labelled drums for disposal.
Wash area and prevent runoff into drains.
If contamination of drains or waterways occurs, advise emergency services.

Personal Protective Equipment advice is contained in Section 8 of the SDS.

SECTION 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE

Precautions for safe handling

Avoid all personal contact, including inhalation.
Wear protective clothing when risk of exposure occurs.
Use in a well-ventilated area.
Prevent concentration in hollows and sumps.
DO NOT enter confined spaces until atmosphere has been checked.
Avoid smoking, naked lights or ignition sources.
Avoid contact with incompatible materials.
When handling, DO NOT eat, drink or smoke.
Safe handling
Keep containers securely sealed when not in use.
Avoid physical damage to containers.
Always wash hands with soap and water after handling.
Work clothes should be laundered separately.
Use good occupational work practice.
Observe manufacturer's storage and handling recommendations contained within this SDS.
Atmosphere should be regularly checked against established exposure standards to ensure safe working conditions.
DO NOT allow clothing wet with material to stay in contact with skin
for commercial quantities of isocyanates:
Isocyanates should be stored in adequately bunded areas. Nothing else should be kept within the same bunding. Pre-polymers need not be segregated.
Drums of isocyanates should be stored under cover, out of direct sunlight, protected from rain, protected from physical damage and well away from moisture,
acids and alkalis.
Where isocyanates are stored at elevated temperatures to prevent solidifying, adequate controls should be installed to prevent the high temperatures and
precautions against fire should be taken.
Where stored in tanks, the more reactive isocyanates should be blanketed with a non-reactive gas such as nitrogen and equipped with absorptive type
breather valve (to prevent vapour emissions)..
Transfer systems for isocyanates in bulk storage should be fully enclosed and use pump or vacuum systems. Warning signs, in appropriate languages,
should be posted where necessary.
Other information
Areas in which polyurethane foam products are stored should be supplied with good general ventilation. Residual amounts of unreacted isocyanate may be
present in the finished foam, resulting in hazardous atmospheric concentrations.

Store in original containers.

Keep containers securely sealed.
No smoking, naked lights or ignition sources.
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area.
Store away from incompatible materials and foodstuff containers.
Protect containers against physical damage and check regularly for leaks.
Observe manufacturer's storage and handling recommendations contained within this SDS.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Metal can or drum
Suitable container Packaging as recommended by manufacturer.
Check all containers are clearly labelled and free from leaks.
Avoid cross contamination between the two liquid parts of product (kit).
If two part products are mixed or allowed to mix in proportions other than manufacturer's recommendation, polymerisation with gelation and evolution of heat
(exotherm) may occur.
This excess heat may generate toxic vapour
Avoid reaction with water, alcohols and detergent solutions.
Isocyanates and thioisocyanates are incompatible with many classes of compounds, reacting exothermically to release toxic gases. Reactions with amines,
strong bases, aldehydes, alcohols, alkali metals, ketones, mercaptans, strong oxidisers, hydrides, phenols, and peroxides can cause vigorous releases of
heat. Acids and bases initiate polymerisation reactions in these materials.
Isocyanates easily form adducts with carbodiimides, isothiocyanates, ketenes, or with substrates containing activated CC or CN bonds.
Some isocyanates react with water to form amines and liberate carbon dioxide. This reaction may also generate large volumes of foam and heat. Foaming in
confined spaces may produce pressure in confined spaces or containers. Gas generation may pressurise drums to the point of rupture.
Storage incompatibility Do NOT reseal container if contamination is expected
Open all containers with care
Base-catalysed reactions of isocyanates with alcohols should be carried out in inert solvents. Such reactions in the absence of solvents often occur with
explosive violence,
Isocyanates will attack and embrittle some plastics and rubbers.
A range of exothermic decomposition energies for isocyanates is given as 20-30 kJ/mol.
The relationship between energy of decomposition and processing hazards has been the subject of discussion; it is suggested that values of energy
released per unit of mass, rather than on a molar basis (J/g) be used in the assessment.
For example, in 'open vessel processes' (with man-hole size openings, in an industrial setting), substances with exothermic decomposition energies below
500 J/g are unlikely to present a danger, whilst those in 'closed vessel processes' (opening is a safety valve or bursting disk) present some danger where the
decomposition energy exceeds 150 J/g.
BRETHERICK: Handbook of Reactive Chemical Hazards, 4th Edition

SECTION 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION

Control parameters

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OEL)

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INGREDIENT DATA
Source Ingredient Material name TWA STEL Peak Notes
Australia Exposure Standards polymeric diphenylmethane diisocyanate Isocyanates, all (as-NCO) 0.02 mg/m3 0.07 mg/m3 Not Available Sen
Australia Exposure Standards 4,4'-diphenylmethane diisocyanate (MDI) Isocyanates, all (as-NCO) 0.02 mg/m3 0.07 mg/m3 Not Available Sen

EMERGENCY LIMITS
Ingredient Material name TEEL-1 TEEL-2 TEEL-3
polymeric diphenylmethane
Polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate; (Polymeric diphenylmethane diisocyanate) 0.15 mg/m3 0.26 mg/m3 22 mg/m3
diisocyanate
4,4'-diphenylmethane
Methylene diphenyl diisocyanate; (Diphenylmethane diisocyanate; MDI) 0.45 mg/m3 Not Available Not Available
diisocyanate (MDI)
4,4'-diphenylmethane
Methylenebis(isocyanato-benzene), 1,1'-; (Diphenyl methane diisocyanate) 40 mg/m3 40 mg/m3 240 mg/m3
diisocyanate (MDI)

Ingredient Original IDLH Revised IDLH

polymeric diphenylmethane
Not Available Not Available
diisocyanate
4,4'-diphenylmethane
100 mg/m3 75 mg/m3
diisocyanate (MDI)

Exposure controls
All processes in which isocyanates are used should be enclosed wherever possible.
Total enclosure, accompanied by good general ventilation, should be used to keep atmospheric concentrations below the relevant exposure standards.
If total enclosure of the process is not feasible, local exhaust ventilation may be necessary. Local exhaust ventilation is essential where lower molecular
weight isocyanates (such as TDI or HDI) is used or where isocyanate or polyurethane is sprayed.
Where other isocyanates or pre-polymers are used and aerosol formation cannot occur, local exhaust ventilation may not be necessary if the atmospheric
concentration can be kept below the relevant exposure standards.
Where local exhaust ventilation is installed, exhaust vapours should not be vented to the exterior in such a manner as to create a hazard.
Engineering controls are used to remove a hazard or place a barrier between the worker and the hazard. Well-designed engineering controls can be highly
effective in protecting workers and will typically be independent of worker interactions to provide this high level of protection.
The basic types of engineering controls are:
Process controls which involve changing the way a job activity or process is done to reduce the risk.
Enclosure and/or isolation of emission source which keeps a selected hazard 'physically' away from the worker and ventilation that strategically 'adds' and
'removes' air in the work environment. Ventilation can remove or dilute an air contaminant if designed properly. The design of a ventilation system must match
the particular process and chemical or contaminant in use.
Employers may need to use multiple types of controls to prevent employee overexposure.
Spraying of material or material in admixture with other components must be carried out in conditions conforming to local state regulations (AS/NZS 4114,
UNI EN 12215:2010, ANSI/AIHA Z9.3–2007 or national equivalent).
Local exhaust ventilation with full face positive-pressure air supplied breathing apparatus (hood or helmet type) is required.
Spraying should be performed in a spray booth fitted with an effective exhaust system which complies with local environmental legislation.
The spray booth area must be isolated from unprotected personnel whilst spraying is in progress and until all spraying mist has cleared.
Appropriate engineering NOTE: Isocyanate vapours will not be adequately absorbed by organic vapour respirators. Air contaminants generated in the workplace possess varying
controls 'escape' velocities which, in turn, determine the 'capture velocities' of fresh circulating air required to effectively remove the contaminant.

Type of Contaminant: Air Speed:

direct spray, spray painting in shallow booths, drum filling, conveyer loading, crusher dusts, gas discharge (active generation into 1-2.5 m/s (200-500
zone of rapid air motion) f/min.)

Within each range the appropriate value depends on:

Lower end of the range Upper end of the range

1: Room air currents minimal or favourable to capture 1: Disturbing room air currents
2: Contaminants of low toxicity or of nuisance value only 2: Contaminants of high toxicity
3: Intermittent, low production. 3: High production, heavy use
4: Large hood or large air mass in motion 4: Small hood-local control only

Simple theory shows that air velocity falls rapidly with distance away from the opening of a simple extraction pipe. Velocity generally decreases with the square
of distance from the extraction point should be adjusted, accordingly, after reference to distance from the contaminating source. The air velocity at the extraction
fan, for example, should be a minimum of 4-10 m/s (800-2000 f/min.) for extraction of solvents generated by spraying at a point 2 meters distant from the
extraction point. Other mechanical considerations, producing performance deficits within the extraction apparatus, make it essential that theoretical air
velocities are multiplied by factors of 10 or more when extraction systems are installed or used.

Personal protection

Safety glasses with side shields.

Chemical goggles.
Contact lenses may pose a special hazard; soft contact lenses may absorb and concentrate irritants. A written policy document, describing the wearing of
lenses or restrictions on use, should be created for each workplace or task. This should include a review of lens absorption and adsorption for the class of
Eye and face protection
chemicals in use and an account of injury experience. Medical and first-aid personnel should be trained in their removal and suitable equipment should be
readily available. In the event of chemical exposure, begin eye irrigation immediately and remove contact lens as soon as practicable. Lens should be removed
at the first signs of eye redness or irritation - lens should be removed in a clean environment only after workers have washed hands thoroughly. [CDC NIOSH
Current Intelligence Bulletin 59], [AS/NZS 1336 or national equivalent]
Skin protection See Hand protection below

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NOTE:
The material may produce skin sensitisation in predisposed individuals. Care must be taken, when removing gloves and other protective equipment, to avoid
all possible skin contact.
Contaminated leather items, such as shoes, belts and watch-bands should be removed and destroyed.
The selection of suitable gloves does not only depend on the material, but also on further marks of quality which vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. Where
the chemical is a preparation of several substances, the resistance of the glove material can not be calculated in advance and has therefore to be checked prior
to the application.
The exact break through time for substances has to be obtained from the manufacturer of the protective gloves and.has to be observed when making a final
choice.
Suitability and durability of glove type is dependent on usage. Important factors in the selection of gloves include:
frequency and duration of contact,
chemical resistance of glove material,
glove thickness and
dexterity
Select gloves tested to a relevant standard (e.g. Europe EN 374, US F739, AS/NZS 2161.1 or national equivalent).
Hands/feet protection
When prolonged or frequently repeated contact may occur, a glove with a protection class of 5 or higher (breakthrough time greater than 240 minutes
according to EN 374, AS/NZS 2161.10.1 or national equivalent) is recommended.
When only brief contact is expected, a glove with a protection class of 3 or higher (breakthrough time greater than 60 minutes according to EN 374, AS/NZS
2161.10.1 or national equivalent) is recommended.
Some glove polymer types are less affected by movement and this should be taken into account when considering gloves for long-term use.
Contaminated gloves should be replaced.
Gloves must only be worn on clean hands. After using gloves, hands should be washed and dried thoroughly. Application of a non-perfumed moisturiser is
recommended.
Do NOT wear natural rubber (latex gloves).
Isocyanate resistant materials include Teflon, Viton, nitrile rubber and some PVA gloves.
Protective gloves and overalls should be worn as specified in the appropriate national standard.
Contaminated garments should be removed promptly and should not be re-used until they have been decontaminated.
NOTE: Natural rubber, neoprene, PVC can be affected by isocyanates
DO NOT use skin cream unless necessary and then use only minimum amount.
Isocyanate vapour may be absorbed into skin cream and this increases hazard.
Body protection See Other protection below
All employees working with isocyanates must be informed of the hazards from exposure to the contaminant and the precautions necessary to prevent damage to
their health. They should be made aware of the need to carry out their work so that as little contamination as possible is produced, and of the importance of the
proper use of all safeguards against exposure to themselves and their fellow workers. Adequate training, both in the proper execution of the task and in the use
of all associated engineering controls, as well as of any personal protective equipment, is essential.
Employees exposed to contamination hazards should be educated in the need for, and proper use of, facilities, clothing and equipment and thereby maintain a
high standard of personal cleanliness. Special attention should be given to ensuring that all personnel understand instructions, especially newly recruited
Other protection
employees and those with local-language difficulties, where they are known.
Overalls.
P.V.C. apron.
Barrier cream.
Skin cleansing cream.
Eye wash unit.
Thermal hazards Not Available

Recommended material(s)
GLOVE SELECTION INDEX
Glove selection is based on a modified presentation of the:
'Forsberg Clothing Performance Index'.
The effect(s) of the following substance(s) are taken into account in the computer-generated selection:
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Material CPI
PE/EVAL/PE A

* CPI - Chemwatch Performance Index

A: Best Selection
B: Satisfactory; may degrade after 4 hours continuous immersion
C: Poor to Dangerous Choice for other than short term immersion
NOTE: As a series of factors will influence the actual performance of the glove, a final selection must be based on detailed observation. -
* Where the glove is to be used on a short term, casual or infrequent basis, factors such as 'feel' or convenience (e.g. disposability), may dictate a choice of gloves which might otherwise be
unsuitable following long-term or frequent use. A qualified practitioner should be consulted.

SECTION 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Appearance Deep brown liquid

Physical state Liquid Relative density (Water = 1) 1.25

Partition coefficient
Odour Not Available Not Available
n-octanol / water
Auto-ignition temperature
Odour threshold Not Available Not Available
(°C)
Decomposition
pH (as supplied) Not Available Not Available
temperature
Melting point / freezing
Not Available Viscosity (cSt) Not Available
point (°C)
Initial boiling point and
Not Available Molecular weight (g/mol) Not Available
boiling range (°C)

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Flash point (°C) Not Available Taste Not Available

Evaporation rate Not Available Explosive properties Not Available
Flammability Not Available Oxidising properties Not Available
Surface Tension (dyn/cm or
Upper Explosive Limit (%) Not Available Not Available
mN/m)
Lower Explosive Limit (%) Not Available Volatile Component (%vol) Not Available
Vapour pressure (kPa) Not Available Gas group Not Available
Solubility in water (g/L) Reacts pH as a solution (1%) Not Available
Vapour density (Air = 1) Not Available VOC g/L Not Available

SECTION 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Reactivity See section 7

Unstable in the presence of incompatible materials.
Product is considered stable.
Chemical stability
Hazardous polymerisation will not occur.
Presence of elevated temperatures.
Possibility of hazardous
See section 7
reactions
Conditions to avoid See section 7
Incompatible materials See section 7
Hazardous decomposition
See section 5
products

SECTION 11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Information on toxicological effects

Inhalation of vapours or aerosols (mists, fumes), generated by the material during the course of normal handling, may be harmful.
The material can cause respiratory irritation in some persons. The body's response to such irritation can cause further lung damage.
The vapour/mist may be highly irritating to the upper respiratory tract and lungs; the response may be severe enough to produce bronchitis and pulmonary
oedema. Possible neurological symptoms arising from isocyanate exposure include headache, insomnia, euphoria, ataxia, anxiety neurosis, depression and
Inhaled paranoia. Gastrointestinal disturbances are characterised by nausea and vomiting. Pulmonary sensitisation may produce asthmatic reactions ranging from
minor breathing difficulties to severe allergic attacks; this may occur following a single acute exposure or may develop without warning for several hours after
exposure. Sensitized people can react to very low doses, and should not be allowed to work in situations allowing exposure to this material. Continued exposure
of sensitised persons may lead to possible long term respiratory impairment.
Inhalation hazard is increased at higher temperatures.
Accidental ingestion of the material may be seriously damaging to the health of the individual; animal experiments indicate that ingestion of less than 40 gram
Ingestion
may be fatal.
This material can cause inflammation of the skin on contact in some persons.
The material may accentuate any pre-existing dermatitis condition
Skin contact with the material may damage the health of the individual; systemic effects may result following absorption.
Skin Contact
Open cuts, abraded or irritated skin should not be exposed to this material
Entry into the blood-stream, through, for example, cuts, abrasions or lesions, may produce systemic injury with harmful effects. Examine the skin prior to the use
of the material and ensure that any external damage is suitably protected.
This material may produce eye irritation in some persons and produce eye damage 24 hours or more after instillation. Moderate inflammation may be expected
Eye
with redness; conjunctivitis may occur with prolonged exposure.
There has been concern that this material can cause cancer or mutations, but there is not enough data to make an assessment.
Long-term exposure to respiratory irritants may result in disease of the airways involving difficult breathing and related systemic problems.
Inhaling this product is more likely to cause a sensitisation reaction in some persons compared to the general population.
Skin contact with the material is more likely to cause a sensitisation reaction in some persons compared to the general population.
Harmful: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation.
This material can cause serious damage if one is exposed to it for long periods. It can be assumed that it contains a substance which can produce severe
defects.
Chronic
Substance accumulation, in the human body, may occur and may cause some concern following repeated or long-term occupational exposure.

Persons with a history of asthma or other respiratory problems or are known to be sensitised, should not be engaged in any work involving the handling of
isocyanates. [CCTRADE-Bayer, APMF]
Isocyanate vapours are irritating to the airways and can cause their inflammation, with wheezing, gasping, severe distress, even loss of consciousness and
fluid in the lungs. Nervous system symptoms that may occur include headache, sleep disturbance, euphoria, inco-ordination, anxiety, depression and paranoia.
Respiratory sensitisation may result in allergic/asthma like responses; from coughing and minor breathing difficulties to bronchitis with wheezing, gasping.

TOXICITY IRRITATION
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Not Available Not Available

TOXICITY IRRITATION

polymeric diphenylmethane Dermal (rabbit) LD50: >9400 mg/kg [2] Eye (rabbit): 100 mg - mild
diisocyanate Inhalation (rat) LC50: 0.49 mg/L/4h[2]

Oral (rat) LD50: 43000 mg/kgd[2]

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[2] [* = Bayer CCINFO 2133615]
Dermal (rabbit) LD50: >6200 mg/kg**
4,4'-diphenylmethane [1]
Inhalation (rat) LC50: 0.49 mg/l4 h Dermal Sensitiser *
diisocyanate (MDI)
[1] Respiratory Sensitiser (g.pig) *
Oral (rat) LD50: >2000 mg/kg
Skin (rabbit): 500 mg /24 hours

Legend: 1. Value obtained from Europe ECHA Registered Substances - Acute toxicity 2.* Value obtained from manufacturer's SDS. Unless otherwise specified data
extracted from RTECS - Register of Toxic Effect of chemical Substances

Acute Toxicity Carcinogenicity

Skin Irritation/Corrosion Reproductivity
Serious Eye
STOT - Single Exposure
Damage/Irritation
Respiratory or Skin
STOT - Repeated Exposure
sensitisation
Mutagenicity Aspiration Hazard

Legend: – Data available but does not fill the criteria for classification
– Data required to make classification available
– Data Not Available to make classification

SECTION 12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Toxicity
Ingredient Endpoint Test Duration (hr) Species Value Source
4,4'-diphenylmethane
LC50 96 Fish >0.500mg/L 6
diisocyanate (MDI)
4,4'-diphenylmethane
EC50 24 Crustacea 129.7mg/L 2
diisocyanate (MDI)
4,4'-diphenylmethane
NOEC 504 Crustacea >=10mg/L 2
diisocyanate (MDI)
4,4'-diphenylmethane
EC50 72 Algae or other aquatic plants >1640mg/L 2
diisocyanate (MDI)
Extracted from 1. IUCLID Toxicity Data 2. Europe ECHA Registered Substances - Ecotoxicological Information - Aquatic Toxicity 3. EPIWIN Suite V3.12 -
Legend: Aquatic Toxicity Data (Estimated) 4. US EPA, Ecotox database - Aquatic Toxicity Data 5. ECETOC Aquatic Hazard Assessment Data 6. NITE (Japan) -
Bioconcentration Data 7. METI (Japan) - Bioconcentration Data 8. Vendor Data

For Isocyanate Monomers:

Environmental Fate: Isocyanates, (di- and polyfunctional isocyanates), are commonly used to make various polymers, such as polyurethanes. Polyurethanes find significant application in the
manufacture of rigid and flexible foams. They are also used in the production of adhesives, elastomers, and coatings.
Atmospheric Fate: These substances are not expected to be removed from the air via precipitation washout or dry deposition.
Terrestrial Fate: These substances are expected to sorb strongly to soil. Migration to groundwater and surface waters is not expected to occur.
Aquatic Fate: Breakdown by water, (hydrolysis), is the primary fate mechanism for the majority of commercial isocyanate monomers, however; the low solubility of these substances will generally
lessen the effectiveness of hydrolysis as a fate pathway. But hydrolysis should be considered one of the two major fate processes for the isocyanates. These substances strongly sorb to suspended
particulates in water. In the absence of hydrolysis, sorption to solids, (e.g., sludge and sediments), will be the primary mechanism of removal. Biological breakdown is minimal for most compounds
and evaporation is negligible. Evaporation from surface water is expected to take years. In wastewater treatment this process is not expected to be significant. Isocyanates will react with water
producing carbon dioxide and forming a solid mass, which is insoluble.
Biodegradation: Breakdown of these substances in oxygenated and low oxygen environments is not expected to occur. Most of the substances take several months to degrade. Degradation of the
hydrolysis products will occur at varying rates.
Ecotoxicity: These substances are not expected to accumulate/biomagnify in the environment. These substances are toxic if inhaled. These substances are harmful to aquatic organisms and may
cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.

DO NOT discharge into sewer or waterways.

Persistence and degradability

Ingredient Persistence: Water/Soil Persistence: Air
4,4'-diphenylmethane
LOW (Half-life = 1 days) LOW (Half-life = 0.24 days)
diisocyanate (MDI)

Bioaccumulative potential
Ingredient Bioaccumulation
4,4'-diphenylmethane
LOW (BCF = 15)
diisocyanate (MDI)

Mobility in soil
Ingredient Mobility
4,4'-diphenylmethane
LOW (KOC = 376200)
diisocyanate (MDI)

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SECTION 13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Waste treatment methods

Containers may still present a chemical hazard/ danger when empty.
Return to supplier for reuse/ recycling if possible.
Otherwise:
If container can not be cleaned sufficiently well to ensure that residuals do not remain or if the container cannot be used to store the same product, then
puncture containers, to prevent re-use, and bury at an authorised landfill.
Where possible retain label warnings and SDS and observe all notices pertaining to the product.
Legislation addressing waste disposal requirements may differ by country, state and/ or territory. Each user must refer to laws operating in their area. In some
areas, certain wastes must be tracked.
A Hierarchy of Controls seems to be common - the user should investigate:
Reduction
Reuse
Recycling
Disposal (if all else fails)
Product / Packaging
This material may be recycled if unused, or if it has not been contaminated so as to make it unsuitable for its intended use. If it has been contaminated, it may be
disposal
possible to reclaim the product by filtration, distillation or some other means. Shelf life considerations should also be applied in making decisions of this type.
Note that properties of a material may change in use, and recycling or reuse may not always be appropriate.
DO NOT allow wash water from cleaning or process equipment to enter drains.
It may be necessary to collect all wash water for treatment before disposal.
In all cases disposal to sewer may be subject to local laws and regulations and these should be considered first.
Where in doubt contact the responsible authority.
DO NOT recycle spilled material.
Consult State Land Waste Management Authority for disposal.
Neutralise spill material carefully and decontaminate empty containers and spill residues with 10% ammonia solution plus detergent or a proprietary
decontaminant prior to disposal.
DO NOT seal or stopper drums being decontaminated as CO2 gas is generated and may pressurise containers.
Puncture containers to prevent re-use.
Bury or incinerate residues at an approved site.

SECTION 14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Labels Required
Marine Pollutant NO
HAZCHEM Not Applicable

Land transport (ADG): NOT REGULATED FOR TRANSPORT OF DANGEROUS GOODS

Air transport (ICAO-IATA / DGR): NOT REGULATED FOR TRANSPORT OF DANGEROUS GOODS

Sea transport (IMDG-Code / GGVSee): NOT REGULATED FOR TRANSPORT OF DANGEROUS GOODS

Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL and the IBC code

Not Applicable

SECTION 15 REGULATORY INFORMATION

Safety, health and environmental regulations / legislation specific for the substance or mixture

POLYMERIC DIPHENYLMETHANE DIISOCYANATE(9016-87-9) IS FOUND ON THE FOLLOWING REGULATORY LISTS

Australia Exposure Standards Australia Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS)
Australia Hazardous Substances Information System - Consolidated Lists International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) - Agents Classified by the IARC
Monographs

4,4'-DIPHENYLMETHANE DIISOCYANATE (MDI)(101-68-8) IS FOUND ON THE FOLLOWING REGULATORY LISTS

Australia Exposure Standards Australia Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS)
Australia Hazardous Substances Information System - Consolidated Lists International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) - Agents Classified by the IARC
Monographs

National Inventory Status

Australia - AICS Y
Canada - DSL Y
Canada - NDSL N (4,4'-diphenylmethane diisocyanate (MDI); polymeric diphenylmethane diisocyanate)
China - IECSC Y
Europe - EINEC / ELINCS /
N (polymeric diphenylmethane diisocyanate)
NLP
Japan - ENCS Y
Korea - KECI Y
New Zealand - NZIoC Y
Philippines - PICCS Y
USA - TSCA Y
Y = All ingredients are on the inventory
Legend:
N = Not determined or one or more ingredients are not on the inventory and are not exempt from listing(see specific ingredients in brackets)

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SECTION 16 OTHER INFORMATION

Other information

Ingredients with multiple cas numbers

Name CAS No
4,4'-diphenylmethane
101-68-8, 26447-40-5
diisocyanate (MDI)

Classification of the preparation and its individual components has drawn on official and authoritative sources as well as independent review by the Chemwatch Classification committee using
available literature references.
A list of reference resources used to assist the committee may be found at:
www.chemwatch.net

The SDS is a Hazard Communication tool and should be used to assist in the Risk Assessment. Many factors determine whether the reported Hazards are Risks in the workplace or other
settings. Risks may be determined by reference to Exposures Scenarios. Scale of use, frequency of use and current or available engineering controls must be considered.

Definitions and abbreviations

PC－TWA: Permissible Concentration-Time Weighted Average
PC－STEL: Permissible Concentration-Short Term Exposure Limit
IARC: International Agency for Research on Cancer
ACGIH: American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
STEL: Short Term Exposure Limit
TEEL: Temporary Emergency Exposure Limit。
IDLH: Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health Concentrations
OSF: Odour Safety Factor
NOAEL :No Observed Adverse Effect Level
LOAEL: Lowest Observed Adverse Effect Level
TLV: Threshold Limit Value
LOD: Limit Of Detection
OTV: Odour Threshold Value
BCF: BioConcentration Factors
BEI: Biological Exposure Index

end of SDS