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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 55.0 - 59.0%

Methylenebis(4-phenyl isocyanate) 101-68-8 1.0 - 3.0%

Ethyl acetate 141-78-6 40.0 - 42.0%

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Emergency Overview

Appearance

Form liquid 

Colour amber 

Odour Solvent odor 
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Hazard Summary WARNING!

FLAMMABLE LIQUID AND VAPOR.

INHALATION OF VAPOR OR MIST CAN CAUSE THE FOLLOWING:

SHORTNESS OF BREATH

TIGHTNESS IN THE CHEST

IRRITATING TO EYES AND SKIN.

MAY CAUSE SENSITIZATION BY INHALATION AND SKIN 

CONTACT.

CLOSED CONTAINERS MAY EXPLODE WHEN HEATED OR 

CONTENTS CONTAMINATED WITH WATER.

PROLONGED OR REPEATED OVEREXPOSURE TO THE 

SOLVENT(S) IN THIS MATERIAL CAN CAUSE THE FOLLOWING:

KIDNEY DAMAGE

LUNG DAMAGE

LIVER DAMAGE

HEART DAMAGE

CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM (CNS) EFFECTS

BLOOD CHANGES

Potential Health Effects

Primary Routes of Entry: Eye contact

Inhalation

Skin contact

Eyes: Material can cause the following:

Moderate irritation.

burning sensation

tearing

reddening

Skin: May cause sensitization by skin contact.

Material can cause the following:

Moderate irritation.

burning sensation

reddening

itching

Ingestion: Material can cause the following:

severe irritation of the mouth, throat, and digestive tract

diarrhea

nausea

vomiting

abdominal pain

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

coughing

irritation of nose, throat, and lungs

tightness in the chest

shortness of breath

May cause severe allergic respiratory reaction.

Sensitization

Chronic Exposure: Long term exposure to diisocyanates may cause lung damage, including reduced 

lung function, which may be permanent.

Prolonged or repeated overexposure to the solvent(s) in this material can cause the following:
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heart damage

Blood changes

central nervous system (CNS) effects

kidney damage

liver damage

lung damage

Methylenebis(4-phenyl isocyanate) IRIS Not classifiable.

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: Flush eyes with water as a precaution. If eye irritation persists, consult a specialist.

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.

Notes to physician

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

have not been shown tobe previously sensitized.

5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES

Flash point -2 °C (27.14 °F ) closed cup

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

Lower explosion limit 2.00 %(V)

Upper explosion limit 11.50 %(V)

Thermal decomposition Heating or fire conditions liberates toxic gas.

Combustion Products: Hydrogen cyanide

Carbon monoxide

Carbon dioxide

Nitrogen dioxide

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.
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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal precautions

Use personal protective equipment.

Refer to protective measures listed in sections 7 and 8.

MATERIAL IS A POTENTIAL SENSITIZER.

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.

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).

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

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

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
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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.

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

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 amber 

Odour Solvent odor 

pH Not Applicable

Boiling point/range 77 °C (170.96 °F) Ethyl acetate

Flash point -2 °C (27.14 °F) closed cup

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

Lower explosion limit 2.00 %(V)

Upper explosion limit 11.50 %(V)

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

Relative vapour density 3.0Ethyl acetate

Water solubility insoluble

Relative density 1.10

Evaporation rate 6.20 Ethyl acetate

Percent volatility 40 - 42 % 

VOC’s 440 g/l

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

specification.
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10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Hazardous reactions Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Avoid moisture.

Conditions to avoid Heat, flames and sparks. Exposure to water vapour. 

Materials to avoid strong oxidizing agents water 

Hazardous 

decomposition products Hydrogen cyanide

Acetaldehyde

Isocyanate(s)

polymerization Hazardous polymerization will also occur if contaminated with the 

following:

- water (moisture)

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

No toxicity data are available for this material.

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 inhalation toxicity LC50 rat 1 h 2.24 mg/l

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

Ethyl acetate

Ecotoxicity effects

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

484 mg/l
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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

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

(See 40 CFR 268)

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

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 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 
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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 

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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