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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 53.0 - 55.0 %

Methylenebis(4-phenyl isocyanate) 101-68-8 15.0 - 17.0 %

Ethyl acetate 141-78-6 29.0 - 31.0 %

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Emergency Overview

Appearance

Form liquid 

Colour Straw color 

Odour Solvent odor 
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Hazard Summary WARNING!

Flammable.

The product causes irritation of eyes, skin and mucous membranes.

severe irritation of the mouth, throat, and digestive tract

May cause sensitization by inhalation and skin contact.

shortness of breath

Bronchial constriction may develop after extensive exposure to 

isocyanates, even in individuals who have not been shown tobe 

previously sensitized.

Causes liver and kidney effects.

central nervous system (CNS) effects

Potential Health Effects

Primary Routes of Entry: Inhalation

Skin contact

Eye contact

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

irritation

conjunctivitis

pain

temporary corneal injury

tearing

Skin: Material can cause the following:

Moderate irritation.

reddening

- skin sensitization even at low concentrations in susceptible individuals Prolonged or repeated 

overexposure to the solvent(s) in this material can cause the following:

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

Ingestion: Material can cause the following:

severe irritation of the mouth, throat, and digestive tract

nausea

narcosis

headache

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

irritation of nose, throat, and lungs

headache

nausea

vomiting

central nervous system (CNS) effects

- respiratory sensitization (isocyanates)

tightness in the chest

shortness of breath

lung damage

Chronic Exposure: Prolonged overexposure to ethyl acetate can cause the following: - kidney 

damage - liver damage - heart damage - lung damage - blood effects - nervous system effects

Long term exposure to diisocyanates may cause lung damage, including reduced lung function, which 

may be permanent.

Methylenebis(4-phenyl isocyanate) IRIS Not classifiable.
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4. FIRST AID MEASURES

Inhalation: Move to fresh air. Give artificial respiration if breathing has stopped. Get prompt medical 

attention. In case of shortness of breath, give oxygen.

Skin contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Wash 

contaminated clothing before re-use. Do not take clothing home to be laundered. Consult a 

physician.

Eye contact: Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.

Ingestion: Drink 1 or 2 glasses of water. Consult a physician. If vomiting occurs spontaneously, keep 

airway clear. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.

Notes to physician

Bronchial constriction may develop after extensive exposure to isocyanates, even in individuals who 

have not been shown tobe previously sensitized. MATERIAL IS SEVERELY IRRITATING. It may not 

be advisable to induce vomiting. Possible mucosal damage may contraindicate the use of gastric 

lavage.

5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES

Flash point 4 °C (39.92 °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

Suitable extinguishing 

media:

Use the following extinguishing media when fighting fires involving this 

material:

carbon dioxide (CO2)

dry powder

foam

Water in very large quantities.

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. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases 

and/or fumes may be generated during combustion or decomposition. DO NOT permit water to enter 

containers. Closed containers may explode when heated or contents contaminated with water.

Special protective equipment for fire-fighters: In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing 

apparatus.

Further information: EXPLOSION HAZARD. Fight advanced fires from a protected location.

Cool closed containers exposed to fire with water spray.

DO NOT permit water to enter containers.

Remain upwind.

Avoid breathing smoke.

Contain run-off.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal precautions

Appropriate protective equipment must be worn when handling a spill of this material. See SECTION 

8, Exposure Controls/Personal Protection, for recommendations.

MATERIAL IS A POTENTIAL SENSITIZER.
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If exposed to material during clean-up operations, IMMEDIATELY remove all contaminated clothing 

and wash exposed skin areas with soap and water. See SECTION 4, First Aid Measures, for further 

information.

Wash contaminated clothing before re-use.

Do not take clothing home to be laundered.

Environmental precautions

WARNING: KEEP SPILLS AND CLEANING RUNOFFS OUT OF MUNICIPAL SEWERS AND OPEN 

BODIES OF WATER.

Methods for cleaning up

Eliminate all ignition sources.

Evacuate personnel to safe areas.

Ventilate the area.

Floor may be slippery; use care to avoid falling.

Soak up with inert absorbent material (e.g. sand, silica gel, acid binder, universal binder, sawdust).

Sweep up or vacuum up spillage and collect in suitable container for disposal.

No sparking tools should be used.

Avoid all contact.

Avoid breathing vapor.

NOTE: Spills on porous surfaces can contaminate groundwater.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Handling

Vapors can be evolved when material is heated during processing operations. See SECTION 8, 

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection, for types of ventilation required. Use non-sparking tools and 

grounding cables when transferring. This material is a potential skin sensitizer. See SECTION 8, 

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection, prior to handling. Wash after handling and shower at end of 

work period.

Further information on storage conditions: Residual vapors in empty containers may explode on 

ignition. DO NOT cut, drill, grind or weld on or near container.

Storage

Storage conditions: Avoid temperature extremes during storage; ambient temperature preferred. 

Store away from excessive heat (e.g. steampipes, radiators), from sources of ignition and from 

reactive materials. Material can burn; limit indoor storage to approved areas equipped with automatic 

sprinklers. Store out of direct sunlight in a cool place. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, wellventilated place. Avoid all ignition sources. Ground all metal containers during storage and handling. 

Keep material dry. Moisture may affect product quality.

Further information:

CONTAINERS MAY BE HAZARDOUS WHEN EMPTY. Since emptied containers retain product 

residue follow all MSDS and label warnings even after container is emptied.

Improper disposal or re-use of this container may be dangerous and illegal. Refer to applicable local, 

state and federal regulations.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION

Exposure limit(s)

Exposure limits are listed below, if they exist.

Component Regulation Type of listing Value

Methylenebis(4-phenyl 

isocyanate)

Rohm and Haas TWA 0.005 ppm

Rohm and Haas 0.02 ppm

ACGIH TWA 0.005 ppm

OSHA_TRANS Ceiling 0.2 mg/m3 0.02 ppm
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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 (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): VITON Synthetic Rubber (registered Trademark of 

Dupont Dow Elastomers) Polyvinyl alcohol 4H Glove (Trademark of Safety 4 A/S of Denmark) 

Gloves should be removed and replaced immediately if there is any indication of degradation or 

chemical breakthrough. Rinse and remove gloves immediately after use. Wash hands with soap and 

water.

Skin and body protection: Use chemically resistant apron or other impervious clothing to avoid 

prolonged or repeated skin contact. Where splashing is possible, full chemically resistant protective 

clothing (e.g. acid suit) and boots are required.

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.

Protective measures: Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash 

facility and a safety shower.

Engineering measures: Use explosion-proof 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.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance

Form liquid 

Colour Straw color 

Odour Solvent odor 

pH Not Applicable

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

Flash point 4 °C (39.92 °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 97.3333 mmHg at 20 °C (68.00 °F) Ethyl acetate

Vapour pressure at 20 °C (68.00 °F) Ethyl acetate

Relative vapour density 3.0Ethyl acetate

Water solubility insoluble

Relative density 1.14

Evaporation rate 6.20 Ethyl acetate
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Percent volatility 28 - 30 % 

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

specification.

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Hazardous reactions This material is considered stable.

However, keep away from moisture, heat or flame.

However, this material can undergo hazardous polymerization. See 

Hazardous Polymerization for conditions to avoid.

Materials to avoid Avoid contact with the following: Strong Oxidizers acids water bases 

amines 

Hazardous 

decomposition 

products

Thermal decomposition may yield the following:, hydrogen cyanide 

(hydrocyanic acid), isocyanate monomers, acetaldehyde, 

polymerization Hazardous polymerization will also occur if contaminated with the 

following:

- water (moisture)

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Component: Diphenylmethane-4,4’-di-isocyanate

Acute oral toxicity LD50 mouse 2,200 mg/kg

Component: Diphenylmethane-4,4’-di-isocyanate

Acute oral toxicity LD50 rat > 15,000 mg/kg

Component: Ethyl acetate

Acute oral toxicity LD50 human 6,100 mg/kg

Component: Ethyl acetate

Acute oral toxicity LD50 rat 5,620 mg/kg

Component: Diphenylmethane-4,4’-di-isocyanate

Acute inhalation 

toxicity

LC50 rat 4.0 h 369 mg/m3

Component: Diphenylmethane-4,4’-di-isocyanate

Acute dermal toxicity LD50 rabbit > 9,400 mg/kg

Component: Ethyl acetate

Mutagenicity

No mutagenic activity was observed in bacterial cells.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

There is no data available for this product.

Ethyl acetate

Ecotoxicity effects
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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: WARNING: KEEP SPILLS AND CLEANING RUNOFFS OUT OF 

MUNICIPAL SEWERS AND OPEN BODIES OF WATER.

Disposal

Waste Classification: 40 CFR 261.20 - .24 - Characteristic Waste 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.

(See 40 CFR 268)

Contaminated packaging: Empty containers should be taken for local recycling or waste disposal.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

DOT

Proper shipping name Resin solution

UN-No UN 1866

Class 3

Packing group II

Reportable Quantity Ethyl acetate, Methylene bisphenyl isocyanate (MDI)

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

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): Acute Health Hazard

Chronic Health Hazard

Fire Hazard
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SARA TITLE III: Section 313 Information (40CFR372)

This product contains a chemical which is listedin Section 313 at or above de minimis concentrations. 

The following listed chemicals are present: (Quantity present is found elsewhere on this MSDS.)

SARA Title III Components: Methylenebis(4-phenyl isocyanate) 101-68-8

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.

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

Methylenebis(4-phenyl 

isocyanate)

101-68-8 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 1

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 

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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