Material Safety Data Sheet 

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1. Product and company identification 

1.1 Identification of the substance or preparation: 

 Commercial product name:

 Product group: R&D Material 

 Use of substance / preparation Industrial. 

Intermediate chemical 

1.2 Company/undertaking identification: 

 Manufacturer/distributor: Wacker Chemie AG 

Hanns-Seidel-Platz 4

81737 München 

Germany 

 Customer information: Wacker Chemical Corporation 

3301 Sutton Road 

Adrian, Michigan 49221-9397 

USA 

InfoLine: 

Tel (517) 264-8240, Fax (517) 264-8740 

Hours of operation: 

Monday - Friday, 8 am to 5 pm (eastern standard time) 

Corporate website: www.wacker.com

Emergency telephone no. (24h): (517) 264-8500

Transportation emergency: (800) 424-9300 (CHEMTREC, USA) 

(703) 527-3887 (CHEMTREC, international)

 This MSDS was prepared by the Regulatory Affairs and Product Safety Department (RAPS) of Wacker Chemical Corporation.

2. Composition/information on ingredients 

2.1 Chemical characterization (substance) 

 CAS No. Chemical characteristics 

 . 

2.2 Information on ingredients: 

 This research and development material must be handled by or under the supervision of a technically qualified person. Follow 

prudent practices for handling hazardous chemicals in laboratories when working with research and development materials. This 

material does not contain any OSHA or WHMIS reportable hazardous ingredients. 

 Substances listed in the Subsections "HAPS" and "California Proposition 65 Carcinogens / Reproductive Toxins" that are not 

listed in Section 2 are only present at quantities below 0.1% for California Proposition 65 listed toxins or below 1% for noncarcinogenic HAPS or they are inextricably bound in the product. 

3. Hazards identification 

3.1 Hazards classifications 

HMIS® rating (product as packaged):

Health: 1 Fire: 0 Reactivity: 0 PPE: E 

Hazardous Materials Identification System and HMIS are registered trademarks of the National Paint and Coatings Association. 

(HMIS codes are based on contact with the product as packaged and any hydrolysis by-products, if present.) Note: Respiratory 

protection is only recommended in the event that ventilation or engineering controls are unable to maintain exposures below 

recommended levels; or in the event of a spill or other emergency response situation. 

 Canadian WHMIS Classification: None.

3.2 Emergency overview and potential hazards 

 This material is not hazardous under OSHA criteria. This material is not hazardous under WHMIS criteria. 
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 Physical Hazards: 

 Nuisance dust. 

 Acute health effects 

 Route of entry or possible contact: 

 eyes , skin , inhalation (in case of dust formation) , ingestion . 

Eye contact:

 Slight irritation by mechanical effects is possible. 

Skin contact:

 No known skin hazards. 

Inhalation:

 Irritation of the respiratory tract in case of dust inhalation is possible. 

Ingestion:

 Not expected in industrial use. 

Additional information on acute health effects:

 The health hazard evaluation is based on test results and/or on known properties of ingredients. 

3.3 Further information: 

 Chronic health effects:

 unknown 

 Medical conditions which may be aggravated by exposure:

 none known 

Signs and Symptoms of Exposure:

 Refer to Acute Health Effects, listed above. 

 Carcinogens/Reproductive toxins:

This material does not contain any reportable carcinogenic ingredients. This material does not contain any reproductive toxins at 

or above OSHA or WHMIS reportable levels. 

 See Section 11 for Toxicological Information, if any. 

4. First-aid measures 

4.1 General information: 

 Get medical attention if irritation or other symptoms occur. Before seeking medical attention remove contaminated clothing and

shoes. Take a copy of the Safety Data Sheet when going for medical treatment. 

4.2 After inhalation 

 If inhaled as dust, remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. 

4.3 After contact with the skin 

 Wash with soap and water. 

4.4 After contact with the eyes 

 If contact with eyes, immediately hold eyelids apart and flush with plenty of water for at least 15 min. 

4.5 After swallowing 

 If swallowed, rinse mouth with water. Get medical attention if symptoms occur. Show label if possible. 

5. Fire-fighting measures 

5.1 Flammable properties:

Property: Value: Method:

 Flash point...............................................................: not applicable 

 Boiling point / boiling range .....................................: not applicable 

 Lower explosion limit (LEL) .....................................: not applicable 

5.2 Fire and explosion hazards: 

 Finely dispersed dust may form readily ignitable, flammable or explosive mixtures with air. No risk of dust explosion if product is 

properly stored, handled or transported. 
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5.3 Recommended extinguishing media: 

Use extinguishing measures appropriate to the source of fire. 

5.4 Unsuitable extinguishing media: 

 sharp water jet . 

5.5 Special exposure hazards arising from the substance or preparation itself, combustion products, resulting gases 

 not applicable . 

5.6 Fire fighting procedures: 

 Fire fighters should wear full protective clothing including a positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus. 

6. Accidental release measures 

6.1 Precautions: 

 Avoid dust formation. Do not breathe dust. 

 HAZWOPER PPE Level: D

6.2 Containment: 

 Cover any spilled material in accordance with regulations to prevent dispersal by wind. 

Spills of material which could reach surface waters must be reported to the United States Coast Guard National Response 

Center's toll free phone number (800) 424-8802.

6.3 Methods for cleaning up 

 Take up mechanically and dispose of according to local/state/federal regulations. 

6.4 Further information: 

 Eliminate all sources of ignition. 

7. Handling and storage 

7.1 Handling 

Precautions for safe handling:

 Avoid dust formation. 

Precautions against fire and explosion:

 Fine dust may form explosive mixture with air. Keep away from open flames, heat and sparks. Avoid dust deposit, remove dust 

regularly. Take precautionary measures against electrostatic charging. 

7.2 Storage 

Conditions for storage rooms and vessels:

 Observe precautionary measures against dust explosion. 

Advice for storage of incompatible materials:

 not applicable . 

Further information for storage:

 not applicable . 

8. Exposure controls and personal protection 

8.1 Engineering controls 

 Ventilation: 

 Use with adequate ventilation. 

 Local exhaust: 

 Recommendation in case of dust formation: Local exhaust ventilation which meets the requirements of ANSI Z9.2 is 

recommended to control airborne contaminants at the point of use.
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8.2 Associate substances with specific control parameters such as limit values

Maximum airborne concentrations at the workplace:

 CAS No. Material Type mg/m3 ppm Dust fract. 

 Particulates not otherwise classified OSHA PEL 15.0 Inhalable 

dust/mist 

 Particulates not otherwise classified OSHA PEL 5.0 Respirable 

dust/mist 

 Particulates not otherwise classified ACGIH TWA 10.0 Inhalable 

dust/mist 

 Particulates not otherwise classified ACGIH TWA 3.0 Respirable 

dust/mist 

 Re Particulates not otherwise classified: The value is for particulate matter containing no asbestos and < 1% crystalline silica 

(ACGIH). 

8.3 Personal protection equipment (PPE) 

 Respiratory protection: 

 Recommendation in case of dust formation: A NIOSH approved particulate respirator with a P95 or higher rating.

 Hand protection: 

 Any liquid-tight rubber or vinyl gloves. 

 Eye protection: 

 Safety glasses with side shields or chemical safety goggles. Recommendation in case of dust formation: tight fitting chemical 

safety goggles .

 Other protective clothing or equipment: 

 Any standard or disposable coveralls. Provide eye bath and safety shower.

8.4 General hygiene and protection measures: 

 Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid breathing dust/vapor/mist/gas/aerosol. Do not eat or drink when handling. Wash 

thoroughly after handling. 

9. Physical and chemical properties 

9.1 Appearance

 Physical state / form................................................: solid - powder

 Colour .....................................................................: white

 Odour ......................................................................: odourless

9.2 Safety parameters

Property: Value: Method:

 Melting point / melting range ...................................: not applicable 

 Boiling point / boiling range .....................................: not applicable 

 Flash point...............................................................: not applicable 

 Lower explosion limit (LEL) .....................................: not applicable 

 Vapour pressure......................................................: not applicable 

 Density ....................................................................: approx. 2.4 g/cm3 

 Water solubility / miscibility......................................: insoluble 

 pH-Value .................................................................: approx. 9 (100 g/l H2O) 

 Distribut. coeff. n-octanol/water...............................: not applicable 

 Viscosity (dynamic) .................................................: not applicable 

9.3 Further information

 Thermal decomposition...........................................: approx. 200 °C (392 °F) 

10. Stability and reactivity 

10.1 General information: 

 If stored and handled in accordance with standard industrial practices no hazardous reactions are known. 
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10.2 Conditions to avoid 

 none known . 

10.3 Materials to avoid 

 none known . 

10.4 Hazardous decomposition products 

 If stored and handled properly: none known . 

10.5 Further information: 

 Hazardous polymerization cannot occur. 

11. Toxicological information 

11.1 Information on toxicological effects 

 Toxicological testing has not been conducted with this material. The toxicology information listed below is based on the 

components and/or a byproduct of the material. 

11.1.1 Acute toxicity 

Assessment:

 Based on the available data acute toxic effects are not expected after single oral exposure. 

Product details:

 Route of exposure Result/Effect Species/Test system Source 

 oral LD50: > 5000 mg/kg rat literature 

11.1.2 Skin corrosion/irritation 

Assessment:

 Based on the available data a clinically relevant skin irritation hazard is not expected. 

11.1.3 Serious eye damage / eye irritation 

Assessment:

 Based on the available data a clinically relevant eye irritation hazard is not expected. 

11.1.4 Respiratory or skin sensitization 

Assessment:

 Based on the available data a sensitization reaction is not expected from this product. 

11.1.5 Germ cell mutagenicity 

Assessment:

 For this endpoint no toxicological test data is available for the whole product. 

11.1.6 Carcinogenicity 

Assessment:

 For this endpoint no toxicological test data is available for the whole product. 

11.1.7 Reproductive toxicity 

Assessment:

 For this endpoint no toxicological test data is available for the whole product. 

11.1.8 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) 

Assessment:

 For this endpoint no toxicological test data is available for the whole product. 
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11.1.9 Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) 

Assessment:

 For this endpoint no toxicological test data is available for the whole product. 

11.1.10 Aspiration hazard 

Assessment:

 Based on the physical-chemical properties of the product no aspiration hazard must be expected. 

11.1.11 Further toxicological information 

 Other information: In case of dust formation: May cause eye irritation. Irritation of upper respiratory tract possible. 

12. Ecological information 

12.1 Toxicity 

Assessment:

 No expected damaging effects to aquatic organisms. According to current knowledge adverse effects on water purification plants

are not expected. 

12.2 Persistence and degradability 

Assessment:

 For the product as a whole, no test data is available. 

12.3 Bioaccumulative potential 

Assessment:

 Bioaccumulation is not expected to occur. 

12.4 Mobility in soil 

Assessment:

 No adverse effects expected. 

12.5 Other adverse effects 

 none known 

13. Disposal considerations 

13.1 Product disposal 

 Recommendation:

 Dispose of according to regulations by incineration in a special waste incinerator. Observe local/state/federal regulations. 

13.2 Packaging disposal 

 Recommendation:

 Completely discharge containers (no tear drops, no powder rest, scraped carefully). Containers may be recycled or re-used. 

Observe local/state/federal regulations. 

14. Transport information 

14.1 US DOT & CANADA TDG SURFACE

 Valuation ................................................: Not regulated for transport 

14.2 Transport by sea IMDG-Code

 Valuation ................................................: Not regulated for transport 

14.3 Air transport ICAO-TI/IATA-DGR

 Valuation ................................................: Not regulated for transport 
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15. Regulatory information 

15.1 U.S. Federal regulations 

TSCA inventory status and TSCA information:

 Not all ingredients are listed on the TSCA Inventory. This is a research and development material and must be handled under the 

supervision of a technically qualified person. 

TSCA 12(b) Export Notification:

 This material does not contain any TSCA 12(b) regulated chemicals. 

CERCLA Regulated Chemicals:

 This material does not contain any CERCLA regulated chemicals.

SARA 302 EHS Chemicals:

 This material does not contain any SARA extremely hazardous substances.

SARA 311/312 Hazard Class:

 This product does not present any SARA 311/312 hazards. 

SARA 313 Chemicals:

 This material does not contain any SARA 313 chemicals above de minimus levels.

 HAPS (Hazardous Air Pollutants): 

 This material does not contain any hazardous air pollutants. 

15.2 U.S. State regulations 

 California Proposition 65 Carcinogens: 

 This material does not contain any chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer. 

 California Proposition 65 Reproductive Toxins: 

 This material does not contain any chemicals known to the state of California to cause reproductive effects. 

 Massachusetts Substance List: 

 This material contains no listed components. 

 New Jersey Right-to-Know Hazardous Substance List: 

 This material contains no listed components. 

 Pennsylvania Right-to-Know Hazardous Substance List: 

 This material contains no listed components. 

15.3 Canadian regulations

 This product has been classified in accordance with the Hazard criteria of the CPR and the MSDS contains all the information 

required by the CPR. 

WHMIS Hazard Classes:

 None.

DSL Status:

 This material or one or more of its components is not listed on the Canadian Domestic Substances List. 

Non-DSL Chemicals:

 CAS No. Chemical Upper limit wt. % 

 Proprietary Proprietary 100.0 

Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List:

 This material contains no listed components.

15.4 Other international regulations

EU Risk Phrases:

 R-Phrase Description 

 R- -

EU Safety Phrases:

 S-Phrase Description 

 S- -
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Details of international registration status 

Listed on or in accordance with the following inventories: 

 EINECS - Europe 

 ECL - Korea 

 ENCS - Japan 

 IECSC - China 

16. Other information 

16.1 Additional information: 

 This Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) meets the requirements of the Federal OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 

1910.1200). This product has been classified according to the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations (CPR) and 

the MSDS contains all of the information required by the CPR. This information relates to the specific material designated and 

may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process. Such information is to the best 

of our knowledge and belief accurate and reliable as of the date compiled. However, no representation, warranty or guarantee 

expressed or implied, is made as to its accuracy, reliability or completeness. It is the user's responsibility to satisfy himself as to 

the suitability and completeness of such information for his own particular use. We do not accept liability for any loss or damage 

that may occur from the use of this information. Nothing herein shall be construed as a recommendation for uses which infringe 

valid patents or as extending a license under valid patents. This MSDS provides selected regulatory information on this product, 

including its components. This is not intended to include all regulations. It is the responsibility of the user to know and comply with 

all applicable rules, regulations and laws relating to the product being used. 

Vertical lines in the left-hand margin indicate changes compared with the previous version. 

16.2 Glossary of Terms: 

 ACGIH - American Conference of Governmental Industrial 

Hygienists 

DOT - Department of Transportation 

hPa - Hectopascals 

mPa*s - Milli Pascal-Seconds 

OSHA - Occupational Safety and Health Administration 

PEL - Permissible Exposure Limit 

ppm - Parts per Million 

SARA - Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act 

STEL - Short Term Exposure Limit 

TSCA - Toxic Substances Control Act 

TWA - Time Weighted Average 

WHMIS - Canadian Workplace Hazardous Materials 

Identification System 

Flash point determination methods ........................................ Common name

 ASTM D56................................................................................... Tagliabue (Tag) closed cup 

 ASTM D92, DIN 51376, ISO 2592 .............................................. Cleveland open cup 

 ASTM D93, DIN 51758, ISO 2719 .............................................. Pensky-Martens closed cup 

 ASTM D3278, DIN 55680, ISO 3679 .......................................... Setaflash or Rapid closed cup 

 DIN 51755................................................................................... Abel-Pensky closed cup 

16.3 Conversion table: 

 Pressure:....................: 1 hPa * 0.75 = 1 mm Hg = 1 torr; 1 bar = 1000 hPa

 Viscosity:....................: 1 mPa*s = 1 centipoise (cP)