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# Material Safety Data Sheet According to OSHA and ANSI Printing date 06/01/2011 Reviewed on 02/13/2007

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## 1 Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

Product identifier Product name: Polyvinyl acetate
Stock number: A12732 CAS Number: 9003-20-7 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against. Sector of Use SU24 Scientific research and development Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet Manufacturer/Supplier: Alfa Aesar, A Johnson Matthey Company Johnson Matthey Catalog Company, Inc. 30 Bond Street Ward Hill, MA 01835-8099 Tel: 800-343-0660 Fax: 800-322-4757 Email: tech@alfa.com www.alfa.com Information Department: Health, Safety and Environmental Department Emergency telephone number: During normal hours the Health, Safety and Environmental Department at (800) 343-0660. After normal hours call Carechem 24 at (866) 928-0789.



## 2 Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture The substance is not classified according to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS). Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC or Directive 1999/45/EC Not applicable Information concerning particular hazards for human and environment: Not applicable
Label elements Labelling according to EU guidelines: Observe the general safety regulations when handling chemicals Classification system HMIS ratings (scale 0-4) (Hazardous Materials Identification System)

HEALTH
FIRE
REACTIVITY 0
1
1 Health (acute effects) = 0 Flammability = 1 Reactivity = 1

Other hazards Results of PBT and vPvB assessment PBT: Not applicable. vPvB: Not applicable.



## 3 Composition/information on ingredients

Chemical characterization: Substances (CAS#) Description: Polyvinyl acetate (CAS# 9003-20-7): 100%



## 4 First aid measures Description of first aid measures After inhalation Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm. Seek immediate medical advice. After skin contact Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. Seek immediate medical advice. After eye contact Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor. After swallowing Seek medical treatment.



## 5 Firefighting measures Extinguishing media Suitable extinguishing agents Carbon dioxide, extinguishing powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam. (Contd. on page 2) USAPage 2/5 

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DR Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture In case of fire, the following can be released: Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide Advice for firefighters Protective equipment: Wear self-contained respirator. Wear fully protective impervious suit.



## 6Accidental release measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away. Ensure adequate ventilation Environmental precautions: Do not allow material to be released to the environment without proper governmental permits. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up: Pick up mechanically. Reference to other sections See Section 7 for information on safe handling See Section 8 for information on personal protection equipment. See Section 13 for disposal information.



## 7 Handling and storage

Handling Precautions for safe handling Keep container tightly sealed. Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers. No special precautions are necessary if used correctly. Information about protection against explosions and fires: No information known. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Storage Requirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles: No special requirements. Information about storage in one common storage facility: Store away from oxidizing agents. Store away from strong bases. Further information about storage conditions: Keep container tightly sealed. Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers.



## 8 Exposure controls/personal protection

Additional information about design of technical systems: Properly operating chemical fume hood designed for hazardous chemicals and having an average face velocity of at least 100 feet per minute. Control parameters Components with limit values that require monitoring at the workplace: Not required. Additional information: No data Exposure controls Personal protective equipment General protective and hygienic measures The usual precautionary measures for handling chemicals should be followed. Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed. Remove all soiled and contaminated clothing immediately. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work. Breathing equipment: Use suitable respirator when high concentrations are present. Protection of hands: Impervious gloves Check protective gloves prior to each use for their proper condition. Material of gloves The selection of suitable gloves not only depends on the material, but also on quality. Quality will vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. Eye protection: Safety glasses Body protection: Protective work clothing.
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## 9 Physical and chemical properties Information on basic physical and chemical properties General Information Appearance: Form: Beads Color: Colorless Odor: Not determined Odour threshold: Not determined. pH-value: Not applicable. Change in condition Melting point/Melting range: Not determined Boiling point/Boiling range: Not determined Sublimation temperature / start: Not determined Flash point: Not applicable Flammability (solid, gaseous) Not determined. Ignition temperature: Not determined Decomposition temperature: Not determined Auto igniting: Not determined. Danger of explosion: Product does not present an explosion hazard. Explosion limits: Lower: Not determined Upper: Not determined Vapor pressure: Not applicable. Density: Not determined Relative density Not determined. Vapour density Not applicable. Evaporation rate Not applicable. Segregation coefficient (n-octonol/water): Not determined. Viscosity: dynamic: Not applicable. kinematic: Not applicable. Other information No further relevant information available.



## 10 Stability and reactivity Reactivity Chemical stability Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided: Decomposition will not occur if used and stored according to specifications. Possibility of hazardous reactions No dangerous reactions known Incompatible materials: Oxidizing agents Bases Hazardous decomposition products: Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide


## 11 Toxicological information Information on toxicological effects Acute toxicity: LD/LC50 values that are relevant for classification: Oral LD >25 gm/kg (mouse) >25 gm/kg (rat) Primary irritant effect: on the skin: May cause irritation on the eye: May cause irritation Sensitization: No sensitizing effects known. Subacute to chronic toxicity: Other than potential irritation (see above), no information on illness or injury to humans from acute or chronic exposure to this product is available. Additional toxicological information: To the best of our knowledge the acute and chronic toxicity of this substance is not fully known. (Contd. on page 4) USAPage 4/5 

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DR IARC-3: Not classifiable as to carcinogenicity to humans.


## 12 Ecological information Toxicity Acquatic toxicity: No further relevant information available. Persistence and degradability No further relevant information available. Behavior in environmental systems: Bioaccumulative potential No further relevant information available. Mobility in soil No further relevant information available. Additional ecological information: General notes: Do not allow undiluted product or large quantities of it to reach ground water, water course or sewage system. Do not allow material to be released to the environment without proper governmental permits. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment PBT: Not applicable. vPvB: Not applicable. Other adverse effects No further relevant information available.


## 13 Disposal considerations

Waste treatment methods Recommendation Consult state, local or national regulations to ensure proper disposal. Uncleaned packagings: Recommendation: Disposal must be made according to official regulations.


## 14 Transport information Not a hazardous material for transportation. DOT regulations: Hazard class: None Land transport ADR/RID (cross-border) ADR/RID class: None Maritime transport IMDG: IMDG Class: None Marine pollutant: No Air transport ICAO-TI and IATA-DGR: ICAO/IATA Class: None Special precautions for user Not applicable. Transport/Additional information: Not dangerous according to the above specifications. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL73/78 and the IBC Code Not applicable.


## 15 Regulatory information Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
Product related hazard informations: Observe the general safety regulations when handling chemicals National regulations All components of this product are listed in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Toxic Substances Control Act Chemical substance Inventory.
Information about limitation of use: For use only by technically qualified individuals. Chemical safety assessment: A Chemical Safety Assessment has not been carried out.



## 16 Other information Employers should use this information only as a supplement to other information gathered by them, and should make independent judgement of suitability of this information to ensure proper use and protect the health and safety of employees. This information is furnished without warranty, and any use of the product not in conformance with this Material Safety Data Sheet, or in combination with any other product or process, is the responsibility of the
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DR Contact: Zachariah C. Holt Global EHS Manager Abbreviations and acronyms: ADR: Accord européen sur le transport des marchandises dangereuses par Route (European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road) RID: Règlement international concernant le transport des marchandises dangereuses par chemin de fer (Regulations Concerning the International Transport of Dangerous Goods by Rail) IMDG: International Maritime Code for Dangerous Goods DOT: US Department of Transportation IATA: International Air Transport Association IATA-DGR: Dangerous Goods Regulations by the "International Air Transport Association" (IATA) ICAO: International Civil Aviation Organization ICAO-TI: Technical Instructions by the "International Civil Aviation Organization" (ICAO) CAS: Chemical Abstracts Service (division of the American Chemical Society) HMIS: Hazardous Materials Identification System (USA) LC50: Lethal concentration, 50 percent LD50: Lethal dose, 50 percent USA