SAFETY DATA SHEETNYACOL® DP5540

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SUPERSEDES: 10/7/2010

Section 1: Identification:
Identification of Substance:
Product Name:
Synonym:
CAS Number:Company Identification:

In Case of Emergency:
E-mail Contact:
Internet:
Recommended Use:
Restrictions on Use:

Ethylene Glycol and Silica
NYACOL® DP5540
Colloidal Silica in Ethylene Glycol
107-21-1. See Section 3.
Nyacol Nano Technologies, Incorporated
Megunko Road, P.O. Box 349, Ashland, MA 01721 U.S.A.
508-881-2220
CHEMTREC: 800-424-9300
24 Hours/Day: 7 Days/Week

info@nyacol.com
www.nyacol.com

Polymers and Ceramics.
For industrial use only, not for food, drug or home use.

Section 2: Hazard(s) Identification
HealthAcute toxicity, dermal (Category 4)
Corrosion/Damage/Irritation Eye (Category2B)

Environmental
None known.

None known.

PhysicalAcute toxicity, inhalation (Category 5)
STOT, Repeated Exposure (Category 1)
Acute toxicity, oral (Category 3)
GHS label element including precautionary statements: P102 Keep out of reach of children.
Signal Word / Pictogram: Danger.
Emergency Overview:

Translucent white liquid. Slight sweet odor. Harmful if swallowed.
Keep spills out of surface waters.
Contains ethylene glycol which is toxic when swallowed. A lethal
dose for an adult is 1-2 ml per kilogram, or about 4 ounces (one-halfcup or 120 ml.). Symptoms include headache, weakness, confusion,dizziness, staggering, slurred speech, loss of coordination, faintness,
nausea and vomiting, increased heart rate, decreased blood pressure,difficulty breathing and seeing, pulmonary edema, unconsciousness,convulsions, collapse, and coma. Symptoms may be delayed.
Decreased urine output and kidney failure may also occur. Severe
poisoning may cause death. Aspiration may occur during swallowing
or vomiting, resulting in lung damage.

OSHA Hazards:
Primary routes of entry:
Target organs:

Ethylene Glycol is a "Hazardous Chemical" as defined by OSHA
Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200.
Eyes. Skin. Inhalation. Ingestion.
Eyes, Skin, Respiratory System. Kidneys.

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Hazard Statement(s): List Out
H301 - Toxic if swallowed.

Precautionary Statement(s): List Out
P264 - Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly afterhandling.
P270 - Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P301+P310 - IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER ordoctor/physician.
P321 - Specific Treatment: If person is conscious and can swallow,
immediately give two glasses of water (16 oz. or 500 ml.) but do not
induce vomiting. If vomiting occurs, give fluids again. Have
physician determine if condition of person will permit induction ofvomiting or evacuation of stomach. Do not give anything by mouth
to an unconscious or convulsing person.
P330 - Rinse mouth.
P405 - Store locked up.
P501 - Dispose of contents/container to an approved incineration
plant.

H312 - Harmful in contact with skin.

P280 - Wear protective gloves/clothing/eye/face protection.
P302+P352 - IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
P312 - Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.
P322 - See Section 4 First Aid.
P363 - Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
P501 - Dispose of contents/container to an approved incineration
plant.

H320 - Causes eye irritation.

P264 - Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly afterhandling.
P305+P351+P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water forseveral minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do.
P337+P313 - If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.

H333 - May be harmful if inhaled.

P304+P312 - IF INHALED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
if you feel unwell.

H372 - Causes damage to the lungs andkidneys through prolonged or repeatedexposure by ingestion and inhalation.

P260 - Do not breathe vapor/mist.
P264 - Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly afterhandling.
P270 - Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P314 - Get medical attention/advise if you feel unwell.
P501 - Dispose of contents/container to an approved incineration
plant.

Section 3: Composition / Information on Ingredients
Component Name:

CAS Number

Exposure Limits

Percent By Weight

Ethylene Glycol:

107-21-1

10 mg/M TWA

7631-86-9
EINECS Number
203-473-3

5 mg/M3 TWA
RTECS Number
KW2975000

70

Silicon Dioxide:
Component Name:
Ethylene Glycol:
Silicon Dioxide:
Impurities:

231-545-4
None.

VV7310000

Stabilizing Additives:

3None.

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REACH Number
05-2117294572-36-0000
05-2117294571-38-0000

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Section 4: First-Aid Measures
Eye Contact:

Skin Contact:

Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
Hold eyelids apart while flushing to rinse entire surface of the eye
and lids with water. Get medical attention.
Wash skin with plenty of soap and water for several minutes. Get
medical attention if skin irritation develops or persists.

Inhalation:

If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, clear person's airway
and give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, qualified
medical personnel may administer oxygen. Get medical attention
immediately.

Ingestion:

If a person is conscious and can swallow, immediately give two
glasses of water (16 oz. or 500 ml.) but do not induce vomiting. Ifvomiting occurs, give fluids again. Have physician determine if
condition of person will permit induction of vomiting or evacuationof stomach. Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious orconvulsing person.

Advice to Physicians:

Ethylene glycol poisoning may initially produce behavior changes,
drowsiness, vomiting, diarrhea, thirst and convulsions. End-stage
signs of poisoning are renal damage/failure with metabolic acidosis.
Immediate treatment, supplemented with hemodialysis if indicated,
may limit the progression and severity of toxic effects. Intravenous
ethanol in sodium bicarbonate solution is a recognized antidotal
treatment; other antidotal treatments also exist for ethylene glycol
poisoning. Contact a POISON CENTER for further treatment
information.
Aspiration of this product during induced emesis may result insevere lung injury. If evacuation of stomach is necessary, use
method least likely to cause aspiration, such as gastric lavage after
endotracheal intubation. Contact a POISON CENTER for additional
information.

First Aid Facilities:

Eye wash station.

Section 5: Fire-Fighting Measures
Flammability of the product:
Extinguishing Media:

Combustible, material will burn in a fire. Containers can buildpressure if exposed to heat or fire.

Use water spray, dry chemical, foam or carbon dioxide to extinguishflames. Use water spray to cool fire-exposed containers. Water orfoam may cause frothing.

Not Suitable:
Protective Equipment:

None known.
Wear standard full firefighter turn-out gear (full bunker gear) andrespiratory protection (SCBA).

Special Hazard Arising from the Chemical:

None known.

Section 6: Accidental Release Measures
Personal Precautions and PPE:

Eye protection and impervious gloves. An approved air-purifyingrespirator should be worn if dust or mist is present.

Environmental Precautions:

Prevent entry into sewers and waterways.

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Method for Cleaning Up:
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Ventilate area. Avoid breathing vapor. Wear appropriate personal
protective equipment, including appropriate respiratory protection.
Contain spill if possible. Wipe up or absorb on suitable material andshovel up. Prevent entry into sewers and waterways. Avoid contact
with skin, eyes or clothing.
If more than 1 pound of product is spilled, then report spill according
to SARA 304 and CERCLA 102(A) requirements.

Section 7: Handling and Storage
Precautions During Handling:

Minimum feasible handling, and temperatures should be maintained.
Avoid generating mist or dust during use.

Storage:

Periods of exposure to high temperatures should be minimized.
Water contamination should be avoided.

Section 8: Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Ingredient(s):Engineering Controls:Hygiene Measures:

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
Respiratory:

Nyacol® DP5540 - Ethylene Glycol and Silicon Dioxide
Ventilation adequate to meet occupational exposure limits. TheOSHA ceiling is 50 ppm: ACGIH ceiling is 50 ppm.

Workers should wash exposed skin several times daily with soap andwater. Soiled work clothing should be laundered or dry-cleaned.

Airborne concentrations should be kept to lowest levels possible. Ifvapor, mist or dust is generated and the occupational exposure limitof the product, or any component of the product, is exceeded, useappropriate NIOSH or MSHA approved air purifying or air supplied
respirator after determining the airborne concentration of thecontaminant. Air-supplied respirators should always be worn whenairborne concentrations of the contaminant or oxygen content isunknown.

Hands:

Wear impervious gloves such as neoprene.

Skin:

Wear clean body-covering clothing; impervious gloves such asneoprene. Workers should wash exposed skin several times daily
with soap and water. Soiled work clothing should be laundered or
dry-cleaned.

Eyes:

Environmental Exposure Controls:

Safety glasses, chemical type goggles, or face shield recommended
to prevent eye contact.

Adverse effects of this material on the environment have not been
evaluated. Proper disposal techniques to isolate and recover material
should be implemented.

Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance (Physical State, Color):
Odor:
Vapor Pressure:Translucent white liquid. NYACOL DP5540 is an ethylene glycolbased material.
Slight sweet.
0.1 mm Hg at 20° C.

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Density:pH:
Boiling Point:
Freezing Point:
Flashpoint:
Solubility in Water:
Specific Gravity:
Volatile by Weight:
Viscosity:
Partition Coefficient:
Explosion Limits:
Oxidizing Properties:
Evaporation Rate:

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1300 kg/M3

Not applicable.
198° C (388° F) (Ethylene Glycol)
13° C (8° F) (Ethylene Glycol)
118°C (244°F)
100%
1.3
70%
Not available.
Not determined.
Not determined.
Not an oxidizer.
Slow.

Section 10: Stability and Reactivity
Chemical Stability:
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible Materials:
Hazardous Decomposition Products:Stable.
No recommendation.
None known.
Toxic levels of carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, irritating aldehydes
and ketones may be formed on burning. Heating in air may produce
irritating aldehydes, acids and ketones.

Hazardous Polymerization:

Does not occur.

Section 11: Toxicological Information
Acute Toxicity Values:
LD50, Rat Oral:

Ethylene Glycol:
Greater than 4700 mg/kg. See Section 4: Ingestion.
Silicon Dioxide:
3160 mg/kg.

Skin Contact:

Acute Effects:(Draize) Believed to be >.50 - 1.00/80 (rabbit) slightly irritating.
Brief contact may cause slight irritation. Prolonged contact, as withclothing wetted with material, may cause more severe irritation anddiscomfort, seen as local redness and swelling. Other than thepotential skin irritation effects noted, acute (short term) adverse
effects are not expected from brief skin contact.

Eye Contact:(Draize) Believed to be 15.00 - 25.00/110 (rabbit) slightly irritating.
May cause irritation, experienced as mild discomfort and seen as
slight excess redness of the eye.

Inhalation:

Not determined. Vapors or mist in excess of permissible
concentrations, or in unusually high concentrations generated fromspraying, heating the material or as from exposure in poorly
ventilated areas or confined spaces may cause irritation of the noseand throat, headaches, nausea and drowsiness. Prolonged overexposure may result in absorbance of potentially harmful amounts ofmaterial.

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Ingestion:

Contains ethylene glycol which is toxic when swallowed. A lethal
dose for an adult is 1-2 ml per kilogram, or about 4 ounces (one-halfcup or 120 ml.). Symptoms include headache, weakness, confusion,dizziness, staggering, slurred speech, loss of coordination, faintness,
nausea and vomiting, increased heart rate, decreased blood pressure,difficulty breathing and seeing, pulmonary edema, unconsciousness,convulsions, collapse, and coma. Symptoms may be delayed.
Decreased urine output and kidney failure may also occur. Severe
poisoning may cause death. Aspiration may occur during swallowing
or vomiting, resulting in lung damage.

Target Organ Effects:

Eyes, Skin, Respiratory System. Kidneys.

Chronic Effects:
Carcinogenicity:

Section 12: Ecological Information

Repeated ingestion may cause kidney damage.
No data available.

Ecotoxicity (aquatic and terrestrial):

LC50-96 hr. Aquatic toxicity rating is believed to be >100.00
mg/liter; practically non-toxic.

Persistence and degradability:

This product is reported to have a moderate rate of biodegradation;
greater than or equal to 30% degradation over a test period of 28days or less.

Bioaccumulative potential:
Mobility in Soil:

This product is reported to have a low potential bioconcentrate.
Not determined.

Section 13: Disposal Considerations
This information presented only applies to the materials as supplied. The identification based on characteristic(s) orlisting may not apply if the material has been used or otherwise contaminated. It is the responsibility of the waste
generator to determine the toxicity and physical properties of the material generated to determine the property
waste identification and disposal methods in compliance with applicable regulations. Disposal should be inaccordance with applicable regional, national and local laws and regulations.
Disposal Considerations:DP5540 should be recycled or burned in an incinerator or scrubber
approved for chemical waste.
United States:

DP5540 is not a RCRA hazardous waste.

Section 14: Transport Information
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT):
Proper Shipping Name:
Hazard Class:
UN/NA Number:
Transport Hazard Class(es):Packing Group:
ICAO/IATA:
IMO/IMDG:

IATA:
ADR:

NYACOL® DP5540
Not regulated United Nations (UN) Number. Not applicable.
Not applicable, does not meet dangerous goods criteria.
Not applicable, does not meet dangerous goods criteria.
Not applicable, does not meet dangerous goods criteria.
Shipping Name Hazard Class Packing Group UN Number
Other regulated 9PG III
NA3083
substances, Liquid
NOS (Ethylene Glycol)
Not applicable, does not meet dangerous goods criteria.
Not applicable, does not meet dangerous goods criteria.

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RID:
Labels Required:
Special Precautions:

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Not applicable, does not meet dangerous goods criteria.
Not applicable.
None.

Section 15: Regulatory Information
U.S. Federal Regulations:
Comprehensive Environmental Response and
EPA TSCA Act:
Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization
Act (SARA) Title III Information:
SARA Section 311/312 (40 CFR 370) Hazard
Immediate Hazard:
Known Synergists:
Fire Hazard:
Explosion Hazard:
Corrosion Hazard:
SARA 313, 304 and CERCLA 102 (A):All ingredients listed.

Acute Health Hazard, Chronic Health Hazard
None known.
Material will burn in a fire.
None known.
None known.
This product contains the following toxic chemicals subject to thereporting requirements of Section 313 of the Emergency Planningand Community Right-to-Know Act of 1986 and of 40 CFR 372:
Chemical Name
Ethylene Glycol

CAS #107-21-1

Percent By Weight70

If more than one (1) pound of Ethylene Glycol (2.8 pounds ofDP5540) is spilled, then report the spill according to SARA 304
CERCLA 102 requirements.
FDA:

21 CFR 175.105 - Silicon Dioxide may be used as a component ofadhesives used to prepare articles intended for the use in packaging,transporting or holding food.
21 CFR 177.1200 - Silicon Dioxide may be used as a component of apolymer used as a base sheet or as a coating applied to a base sheet
for use in food packaging.
21 CFR 182.90 - Silicon Dioxide is generally recognized as safe(GRAS) as a substance migrating to food from paper and paper board
products used in food packaging.

U.S. State Regulations:
California Proposition 65:
State Right-to-Know Laws:
International Regulations:
Canadian Regulations:

No label required.
Section 3 of this SDS lists all components of DP5540.
Check with governmental or regional regulations.

Domestic Substance List:
WHMIS:All ingredients listed.
Class D, Division 1, Division 2, material causing other toxic effects
and teratogenic effects.

Transportation of Dangerous Goods:

Not applicable. DP5540 does not meet dangerous goods criteria.

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Controlled Products Regulations:International Inventory Status:Ingredients are included:
Ethylene Glycol
Silicon Dioxide

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This SDS contains all the information items specified in Schedule 1,
Column 3 of the Controlled Products Regulations in a 16-heading
format.

Australia (AICS); Canada (DSL); Europe (EINECS); Japan (ENCS); Korea(ECL); Philippines (PICCS); Asia-PAC; SWISS; Israel
Australia (AICS); Canada (DSL); Europe (EINECS); Japan (ENCS); Korea(ECL); Philippines (PICCS); Asia-PAC; SWISS

Section 16: Other Information
National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.)
HMIS® Hazard Rating:

Health-2, Flammability-1, Reactivity-0, Special-None
Health-2, Flammability-1, Reactivity-0, Protective Equipment - I;
safety glasses, gloves, combination respirator.

Recommended Use:

DP5540 is recommended for use as an additive for polymers andceramics. Other uses have not been investigated and may have otherhazards. For industrial use only, not for food, drug or home use.

Work Alert:

Workers using DP5540 should read and understand this SDS and betrained in the proper use of this material.

Other Special Considerations:SDS Prepared By:

None known.
Robert J. NehringNyacol Nano Technologies, Incorporated
Telephone: 508-881-2220 U.S.A.
July 17, 2013
October 7, 2010

Revision Date:
Supersedes:

This MSDS has been prepared with data from Nyacol Nano Technologies, Inc.’s laboratories, raw material suppliers,and government publications. Information herein is accurate to the best of our knowledge. Suggestions are madewithout warranty or guarantee of results. Before using, the user should determine the suitability of the products forthe intended use, and the user assumes the risk and liability in connection therewith. We do not suggest violationof any existing patents or give permission to practice any patented invention without license.
NYACOL® is a registered trademark of Nyacol Nano Technologies, Inc.

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