MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 3MTM Protective Material [ ] 04/12/11

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Material Safety Data Sheet

 

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SECTION 1: PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

PRODUCT NAME: 3MTM Protective Material [ ] 

MANUFACTURER: 3M

DIVISION: New Business Ventures

ADDRESS: 3M Center, St. Paul, MN 55144-1000

EMERGENCY PHONE: 1-800-364-3577 or (651) 737-6501 (24 hours)

Issue Date: 04/12/11

Supercedes Date: 11/10/10

Document Group: [ ]

Product Use:

Intended Use: Advanced protective material for carpet treatment

SECTION 2: INGREDIENTS

Ingredient C.A.S. No. % by Wt

Water 7732-18-5 72 - 76

Fluorochemical Urethane Trade Secret 11 - 15

Fluorinated Alkylsulfoamido Urethane Polymer Trade Secret 8 - 12

New Jersey Trade Secret Registry numbers are as follows:

Fluorochemical Urethane is (EIN) 04499600-6519

Fluorinated alkylsulfonamido Urethane Polymer is (EIN) 04499600-6627

SECTION 3: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

3.1 EMERGENCY OVERVIEW

Specific Physical Form: Viscous

Odor, Color, Grade: White liquid nearly odorless

General Physical Form: Liquid 

Immediate health, physical, and environmental hazards: 
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3.2 POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS

Eye Contact:

Mild Eye Irritation: Signs/symptoms may include redness, pain, and tearing.

Skin Contact:

No health effects are expected.

Inhalation:

Respiratory Tract Irritation: Signs/symptoms may include cough, sneezing, nasal discharge, headache, hoarseness, and nose and 

throat pain.

If thermal decomposition occurs: 

May be harmful if inhaled.

Ingestion:

Gastrointestinal Irritation: Signs/symptoms may include abdominal pain, stomach upset, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.

 

SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES

4.1 FIRST AID PROCEDURES

The following first aid recommendations are based on an assumption that appropriate personal and industrial hygiene practices are 

followed.

Eye Contact: Flush eyes with large amounts of water. If signs/symptoms persist, get medical attention. 

Skin Contact: No need for first aid is anticipated. 

Inhalation: Remove person to fresh air. If signs/symptoms develop, get medical attention. 

If Swallowed: Do not induce vomiting unless instructed to do so by medical personnel. Give victim two glasses of water. Never 

give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention. 

SECTION 5: FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

5.1 FLAMMABLE PROPERTIES

Autoignition temperature Not Applicable

Flash Point No flash point

Flammable Limits(LEL) Not Applicable
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Flammable Limits(UEL) Not Applicable

5.2 EXTINGUISHING MEDIA

Non-combustible. Choose material suitable for surrounding fire. 

5.3 PROTECTION OF FIRE FIGHTERS

Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Exposure to extreme heat can give rise to thermal decomposition. Wear full protective 

equipment (Bunker Gear) and a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). 

Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: No unusual effects are anticipated during fire extinguishing operations. Avoid breathing 

the products and substances that may result from the thermal decomposition of the product or the other substances in the fire zone. 

Keep containers cool with water spray when exposed to fire to avoid rupture. 

Note: See STABILITY AND REACTIVITY (SECTION 10) for hazardous combustion and thermal decomposition 

information.

SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Ventilate the area with fresh air.

6.2. Environmental precautions

For larger spills, cover drains and build dikes to prevent entry into sewer systems or bodies of water. Collect the resulting residue 

containing solution. Place in a closed container approved for transportation by appropriate authorities. Dispose of collected material 

as soon as possible.

Clean-up methods

Observe precautions from other sections. Call 3M- HELPS line (1-800-364-3577) for more information on handling and managing the 

spill. Pour isocyanate decontaminant solution (90% water, 8% concentrated ammonia, 2% detergent) on spill and allow to react for 10 

minutes. Or pour water on spill and allow to react for more than 30 minutes. Cover with absorbent material. Contain spill. Collect as 

much of the spilled material as possible. Clean up residue with detergent and water.

In the event of a release of this material, the user should determine if the release qualifies as reportable according to 

local, state, and federal regulations.

SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE

7.1 HANDLING

Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash exposed areas thoroughly with soap and water. Avoid breathing of vapors, 

mists or spray. Avoid contact with oxidizing agents. Do not breathe thermal decomposition products. Avoid prolonged or repeated 

skin contact. Avoid eye contact. No smoking: Smoking while using this product can result in contamination of the tobacco and/or 

smoke and lead to the formation of the hazardous decomposition products mentioned in the Reactivity Data section of this MSDS. 

Use general dilution ventilation and/or local exhaust ventilation to control airborne exposures to below Occupational Exposure Limits. 

If ventilation is not adequate, use respiratory protection equipment. 

7.2 STORAGE

Store away from acids. Store away from heat. Store out of direct sunlight. Store away from oxidizing agents. Store away from 

strong bases. 
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SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

8.1 ENGINEERING CONTROLS

Provide appropriate local exhaust when product is heated. For those situations where the fluid might be exposed to extreme 

overheating due to misuse or equipment failure, use with appropriate local exhaust ventilation sufficient to maintain levels of thermal 

decomposition products below their exposure guidelines. Use general dilution ventilation and/or local exhaust ventilation to control 

airborne exposures to below Occupational Exposure Limits and/or control mist, vapor, or spray. If ventilation is not adequate, use 

respiratory protection equipment. 

8.2 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

8.2.1 Eye/Face Protection

Avoid eye contact.

The following eye protection(s) are recommended: Safety Glasses with side shields

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8.2.2 Skin Protection

As a good industrial hygiene practice: 

Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact. 

 

Select and use gloves and/or protective clothing to prevent skin contact based on the results of an exposure assessment. Consult with 

your glove and/or protective clothing manufacturer for selection of appropriate compatible materials. 

Gloves made from the following material(s) are recommended: Neoprene

Nitrile Rubber

. 

8.2.3 Respiratory Protection

Avoid breathing of vapors, mists or spray. 

During heating:

Use a positive pressure supplied-air respirator if there is a potential for exposure from an uncontrolled release, exposure 

levels are not known, or under any other circumstances where air-purifying respirators may not provide adequate protection. 

Do not breathe vapors. 

Select one of the following NIOSH approved respirators based on airborne concentration of contaminants and in accordance with

OSHA regulations: Half facepiece or fullface supplied-air respirator

. Select and use respiratory protection to prevent an inhalation exposure based on the results of an exposure assessment. Consult with 

your respirator manufacturer for selection of appropriate types of respirators. 

8.2.4 Prevention of Swallowing

Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash exposed areas thoroughly with soap and water. 

8.3 EXPOSURE GUIDELINES

None Established

 

SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Specific Physical Form: Viscous

Odor, Color, Grade: White liquid nearly odorless

General Physical Form: Liquid 
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Autoignition temperature Not Applicable

Flash Point No flash point

Flammable Limits(LEL) Not Applicable

Flammable Limits(UEL) Not Applicable

Boiling Point [ ]

Density [ ]

Vapor Pressure [ ]

Specific Gravity [ ]

pH [ ]

Solubility in Water Complete [Details: (Dispersible)]

Evaporation rate No Data Available

Volatile Organic Compounds Not Applicable

Kow - Oct/Water partition coef No Data Available

Percent volatile [ ]

Viscosity [ ]

Conditions to avoid Heat

SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Stability: Stable. 

Materials and Conditions to Avoid: 

10.1 Conditions to avoid

Heat

 

10.2 Materials to avoid

Reducing agents

Strong acids

Strong bases

Strong oxidizing agents

Hazardous Polymerization: Hazardous polymerization will not occur. 

 

Hazardous Decomposition or By-Products

Substance Condition

Carbon monoxide During Combustion

Carbon dioxide During Combustion

Hydrogen Fluoride During Combustion

Toxic Vapor, Gas, Particulate During Combustion

 

SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

 
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Please contact the address listed on the first page of the MSDS for Toxicological Information on this material and/or its 

components.

SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

ECOTOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Not determined.

CHEMICAL FATE INFORMATION

Not determined.

SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Waste Disposal Method: To reclaim or return, contact your 3M sales representative.

Incinerate in an industrial or commercial facility in the presence of a combustible material. As a disposal alternative, dispose of waste 

product in a facility permitted to accept chemical waste. Combustion products will include HF. Facility must be capable of handling 

halogenated materials.

 

EPA Hazardous Waste Number (RCRA): Not regulated

Since regulations vary, consult applicable regulations or authorities before disposal.

SECTION 14:TRANSPORT INFORMATION

ID Number(s):

XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

For Transport Information, please visit http://3M.com/Transportinfo or call 1-800-364-3577 or 651-737-6501.

SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION

US FEDERAL REGULATIONS

Contact 3M for more information.

311/312 Hazard Categories:

Fire Hazard - No Pressure Hazard - No Reactivity Hazard - No Immediate Hazard - Yes Delayed Hazard - No

This material contains a chemical which requires export notification under TSCA Section 12[b]:

Ingredient (Category if applicable) C.A.S. No Regulation Status

Fluorochemical Urethane Trade Secret Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) 5 

SNUR or Consent Order Chemicals

Applicable
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STATE REGULATIONS

Contact 3M for more information.

CHEMICAL INVENTORIES

Contact 3M for more information.

 

INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS

Contact 3M for more information.

This MSDS has been prepared to meet the U.S. OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200.

SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION

NFPA Hazard Classification

Health: 3 Flammability: 0 Reactivity: 0 Special Hazards: None

 

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) hazard ratings are designed for use by emergency response personnel to address the hazards that are 

presented by short-term, acute exposure to a material under conditions of fire, spill, or similar emergencies. Hazard ratings are primarily based on the 

inherent physical and toxic properties of the material but also include the toxic properties of combustion or decomposition products that are known to 

be generated in significant quantities.

HMIS Hazard Classification

Health: 1 Flammability: 0 Reactivity: 0 Protection: X - See PPE section. 

Hazardous Material Identification System (HMIS®) hazard ratings are designed to inform employees of chemical hazards in the workplace. These 

ratings are based on the inherent properties of the material under expected conditions of normal use and are not intended for use in emergency 

situations. HMIS® ratings are to be used with a fully implemented HMIS® program. HMIS® is a registered mark of the National Paint and Coatings 

Association (NPCA).

 

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