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Material Safety Data Sheet

1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

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Supplier ROHM AND HAAS CANADA LP

A Subsidiary of The Dow Chemical Company

2 MANSE ROAD

WEST HILL, ON M1E 3T9 Canada

For non-emergency information contact: 416-284-4711

Emergency telephone number

989-636-4400

Local Emergency telephone number

989-636-4400

2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Component CAS-No. Concentration

Polyurethane resin Not Hazardous 70.0 - 73.0%

Ethyl acetate 141-78-6 27.0 - 30.0%

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Emergency Overview

Appearance

Form liquid 

Colour amber 

Odour solvent 
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Hazard Summary WARNING!

FLAMMABLE.

IRRITATING TO RESPIRATORY SYSTEM.

CONTAINS SOLVENT(S) WHICH CAN CAUSE LIVER/KIDNEY 

DAMAGE.

BLOOD DISORDERS

INHALATION OF VAPOR OR MIST CAN CAUSE THE 

FOLLOWING:

NAUSEA

HEADACHE

NARCOSIS

HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED.

Potential Health Effects

Primary Routes of Entry: Eye contact

 Inhalation

 Skin contact

Eyes: The solvent(s) in this material can cause the following:

irritation

conjunctivitis

Skin: The solvent(s) in this material can cause the following:

slight irritation

defatting and drying of the skin which can lead to irritation and dermatitis

Ingestion: The solvent(s) in this material can cause the following:

narcosis

headache

nausea

Inhalation: Inhalation of solvent vapor or mist can cause the following:

irritation of nose, throat, and lungs

headache

nausea

narcosis

central nervous system (CNS) effects

Chronic Exposure: Prolonged or repeated overexposure to the solvent(s) in this material can cause 

the following:

heart damage

kidney damage

liver damage

lung damage

central nervous system (CNS) effects

blood disorders

Aggravated Medical Condition: Eyes

Heart disease

Respiratory disorders

Kidney disorders

Liver disorders

Skin disorders
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4. FIRST AID MEASURES

Inhalation: Move to fresh air. If breathing is irregular or stopped, administer artificial respiration. Call 

a physician immediately.

Skin contact: Take off all contaminated clothing immediately. Wash off immediately with soap and 

plenty of water. If skin irritation persists, call a physician. Wash contaminated clothing before re-use.

Eye contact: Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. 

Call a physician immediately.

Ingestion: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If a person vomits when lying on 

his back, place him in the recovery position. Do NOT induce vomiting. Rinse mouth. Immediately 

give large quantities of water to drink. Call a physician immediately.

5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES

Flash point 1 °C ( 33.98 °F ) SETAFLASH CLOSED CUP

Ignition temperature 426.0 °C ( 798.80 °F) Ethyl acetate

Lower explosion limit 2.20 %(V)Ethyl acetate

Upper explosion limit 11.50 %(V)Ethyl acetate

Thermal decomposition Heating or fire conditions liberates toxic gas.

Combustion Products: Hydrogen Cyanide

Carbon monoxide

Carbon dioxide

Nitrogen oxide (NO2)

Suitable extinguishing 

media:

foam

carbon dioxide (CO2)

dry powder

Specific hazards during fire fighting: Vapors can travel to a source of ignition and flash back. 

Heated material can form flammable or explosive vapors with air. Closed containers may rupture via 

pressure build-up when exposed to fire or extreme heat.

Special protective equipment for fire-fighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and 

protective suit.

Further information: For safety reasons in case of fire, containers should be stored separately in 

closed containments.

Cool closed containers exposed to fire with water spray.

EXPLOSION HAZARD. Fight advanced fires from a protected location.

Collect contaminated fire extinguishing water separately. This must not be discharged into drains.

Fire residues and contaminated fire extinguishing water must be disposed of in accordance with local 

regulations.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Environmental precautions

Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system.

Methods for cleaning up

Evacuate personnel to safe areas.

Remove all sources of ignition.

Ensure adequate ventilation.

Contain and collect spillage with non-combustible absorbent material, (e.g. sand, earth, diatomaceous 

earth, vermiculite) and place in container for disposal according to local / national regulations (see 

section 13).
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7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Handling

Provide sufficient air exchange and/or exhaust in work rooms. Avoid exceeding of the given 

occupational exposure limits (see section 8). In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable 

respiratory equipment. Do not breathe vapours or spray mist. Wear personal protective equipment. 

For personal protection see section 8. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition. Take necessary 

action to avoid static electricity discharge (which might cause ignition of organic vapours). Ensure all 

equipment is electrically grounded before beginning transfer operations. May cause sensitization of 

susceptible persons by skin contact. CONTAINERS MAY BE HAZARDOUS WHEN EMPTY. Since 

emptied containers retain product residue follow all MSDS and label warnings even after container is 

emptied.

Storage

Storage conditions: Material can burn; limit indoor storage to approved areas equipped with 

automatic sprinklers. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Keep away from 

heat and sources of ignition. Electrical installations / working materials must comply with the 

technological safety standards.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION

Exposure limit(s)

Exposure limits are listed below, if they exist.

Component Regulation Type of listing Value

Ethyl acetate ACGIH TWA 1,440 mg/m3 400 ppm

OSHA_TRANS PEL 1,400 mg/m3 400 ppm

Z1A TWA 1,400 mg/m3 400 ppm

Rohm and Haas TWA 150 ppm

Rohm and Haas STEL 300 ppm

Eye protection: Use chemical splash goggles and face shield (ANSI Z87.1 or approved equivalent). 

Eye protection worn must be compatible with respiratory protection system employed.

Hand protection: Chemical-resistant gloves should be worn whenever this material is handled. The 

glove(s) listed below may provide protection against permeation. (Gloves of other chemically resistant 

materials may not provide adequate protection): 4H Glove (Trademark of Safety 4 A/S of Denmark) 

Butyl rubber Gloves should be removed and replaced immediately if there is any indication of 

degradation or chemical breakthrough. Before removing gloves clean them with soap and water. 

NOTE: Material is a possible skin sensitizer.

Skin and body protection: complete suit protecting against chemicals safety shoes

Respiratory protection: A respiratory protection program meeting OSHA 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 

requirements or equivalent must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant a respirator‟s 

use. None required if airborne concentrations are maintained below the exposure limit listed in 

Exposure Limit Information. Above the exposure limit: Wear a properly fitted NIOSH approved (or 

equivalent) self-contained breathing apparatus in the pressure demand mode, OR full-facepiece, 

airline respirator in the pressure demand mode with emergency escape provision. Air-purifying 

respirators should be equipped with NIOSH approved formaldehyde cartridges and N95 filters. If oil 

mist is present, use R95 or P95 filters.”

Hygiene measures: Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling the product.

Engineering measures: Use local exhaust ventilation with a minimum capture velocity of 100 

ft/min. (0.5 m/sec.) at the point of vapor evolution. Refer to the current edition of Industrial Ventilation: 

A Manual of Recommended Practice published by the American Conference of Governmental 

Industrial Hygienists for information on the design, installation, use, and maintenance of exhaust 

systems.
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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance

Form liquid 

Colour amber 

Odour solvent 

pH not applicable

Boiling point/range 77 °C ( 170.60 °F) Ethyl acetate

Melting point/range -84.00 °C ( -119.20 °F) Ethyl acetate

Flash point 1 °C ( 33.98 °F) SETAFLASH CLOSED CUP

Ignition temperature 426 °C (798.80 °F) Ethyl acetate

Lower explosion limit 2.20 %(V)Ethyl acetate

Upper explosion limit 11.50 %(V)Ethyl acetate

Vapour pressure 73.0 mmHg at 20 °C (68.00 °F) solvent

Relative vapour density 3.0Ethyl acetate

Water solubility insoluble

Density 1.02 g/cm3

Viscosity, dynamic No data available

Viscosity, dynamic No data available

Evaporation rate 6.20 Ethyl acetate

Percent volatility 27 - 29 % 

NOTE: The physical data presented above are typical values and should not be construed as a 

specification.

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Hazardous reactions Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Conditions to avoid Heat, flames and sparks. 

Materials to avoid strong oxidizing agents strong acids and strong bases 

Hazardous 

decomposition 

products Hydrogen Cyanide

Acetaldehyde

Isocyanate(s)

polymerization Product will not undergo polymerization.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

No toxicity data are available for this material.

Component: Ethyl acetate

Acute oral toxicity LD50 human 6,100 mg/kg

Component: Ethyl acetate
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Acute oral toxicity LD50 rat 5,620 mg/kg

Component: Ethyl acetate

Mutagenicity

Overall, no consistent mutagenic activity has been reported.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

There is no data available for this product.

Ethyl acetate

Ecotoxicity effects

Toxicity to fish LC50 Rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) 96 h

484 mg/l

Toxicity to fish LC50 Fathead minnow (Pimephales promelas) 96 h

230 mg/l

Toxicity to algae EC50 Algae 96 h

2,000 mg/l

Toxicity to aquatic 

invertebrates

EC50 Daphnia magna 48 h

717 mg/l

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Environmental precautions: Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system.

Disposal

Waste Classification: D001, 100 lbs.

When a decision is made to discard this material as supplied, it is classified as a RCRA hazardous 

waste with the characteristic of ignitability.

For disposal, incinerate this material at a facility that complies with local, state, and federal regulations.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

DOT

Proper shipping name Resin solution

UN-No UN 1866

Class 3

Packing group II

Reportable Quantity Ethyl acetate

IMO/IMDG

Proper shipping name RESIN SOLUTION

UN-No UN 1866

Class 3

Packing group II

Transportation classifications may vary by container volume and may be influenced by regional or 

country variations in regulations

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

Workplace Classification
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This product is considered hazardous under the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 

1910.1200).

This product is a „controlled product‟ under the Canadian Workplace Hazardous Materials Information 

System (WHMIS).

SARA TITLE III: Section 311/312 Categorizations (40CFR370): Fire Hazard

Acute Health Hazard

Chronic Health Hazard

SARA TITLE III: Section 313 Information (40CFR372)

This product does not contain a chemical which is listed in Section 313 at or above de minimis 

concentrations.

CERCLA Information (40CFR302.4)

This material is regulated under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and 

Liability Act (CERCLA)and the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA) Title III 

Section 304. This material is or contains chemical(s) listed in 40 CFR Table 302.4 or nondesignated 

RCRA ICR substance(s). (Nondesignated ICR substances apply to materials that will not be reused.) 

The Reportable Quantity(s) (RQ) are listed below. Releases in excess of its reportable quantity must 

be reported to the National Response Center (1-800-424-8802) and to the appropriate state and local 

emergency response organizations.

See Section 13, Disposal Considerations, Subsection Disposal, for CERCLA classification.

CERCLA Components: Ethyl acetate 141-78-6 5,000 lbs RQ

US. Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) All components of this product are in compliance 

with the inventory listing requirements of the U.S. Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Chemical 

Substance Inventory.

Pennsylvania

Any material listed as “Not Hazardous” in the CAS REG NO. column of SECTION 2, 

Composition/Information On Ingredients, of this MSDS is a trade secret under the provisions of the 

Pennsylvania Worker and Community Right-to-Know Act.

16. OTHER INFORMATION

Hazard Rating

Health Fire Reactivity

HMIS 2* 3 0

Legend

ACGIH American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists

BAc Butyl acetate

OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration

PEL Permissible Exposure Limit

STEL Short Term Exposure Limit (STEL):

TLV Threshold Limit Value

TWA Time Weighted Average (TWA):

| Bar denotes a revision from prior MSDS.

The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information 

and belief at the date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a guidance for safe 

handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a 

warranty or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and 
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may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process, 

unless specified in the text.

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