HEXCEL CORPORATION Revision Date
Resins Group Division MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SAFETY Ol/05/95
EPOLITE 2183 HARDENER
SECTION 1 - IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT IDENTIFIER.............. EPOLITE 2183 HARDENER
CHEMICAL FAMILY................. EPOXY HARDENER
COMPANY NAME.................... HEXCEL CORPORATION - RESINS GROUP
20701 Nordhoff Street
PO Box 2197
Chatsworth, CA 91311
(818) 882-3022
EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBER: For emergency involving spill, leak, fire,
exposure or accident, call Chemtrec (800) 424-9300.
OTHER EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBERS: (800) 433-5072 (USA-except California)
(800) 343-4467 (Canada)
(800) 367-7527 (California)
SECTION 2 - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS % PEL (OSHA)/TLV (ACGIH) CAS NUMBER
4,4'Methylene Dianiline 30-45 10 ppb TWA (OSHA) 101-77-9 [MDA]
100 ppb STEL (OSHA)
5 ppb ACTION LEVEL (OSHA)
100 ppb TWA (ACGIH) Skin Notation
Polymethylene Polyphenyl 15-35 Not Established 25214-70-4
Amine
Amine Terminated Polymer 5-15 Not Established 26376-58-9
(MW 300-400)
Styrene Monomer 5-15 50 ppm TWA (OSHA/ACGIH) 100-42-5
100 ppm STEL (OSHA/ACGIH)
Benzyl Alcohol 10-25 Not Established 100-51-6
SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW:
APPEARANCE AND ODOR: Dark amber liquid with a styrene odor.
STATEMENTS OF HAZARD:
WARNING: Combustible liquid.
CAUTION: High vapor concentrations may cause narcosis. May cause skin
and eye irritation.
Vapors may irritate the respiratory tract.
Harmful if absorbed through the skin, swallowed, or inhaled.
CHRONIC HAZARD WARNING:
DANGER: CONTAINS MDA CONTAINS MATERIAL WHICH MAY CAUSE CANCER; LIVER
TOXIN Risk of cancer and liver toxicity depends on the duration and
level of exposure.
PRIMARY ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
SKIN CONTACT-yes INHALATION-yes INGESTION-no
CARCINOGEN LISTINGS BY OSHA, NTP OR IARC:
MDA: OSHA-yes NTP-yes IARC-yes
Styrene: OSHA-no NTP-no IARC-yes
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS: Eye contact may cause moderate irritation
with corneal injury. Vapors may irritate the eyes, causing tears.
Excessive vapor concentrations will irritate the upper respiratory
tract and may cause narcosis. Prolonged or repeated skin contact may
cause skin irritation, possible burns, and drying or flaking of the
skin. Overexposure to this product can cause fever, chills, loss of
appetite, vomiting and jaundice. May stain skin. Harmful amounts of
this material can be absorbed through the skin. This material contains
4,4'-Methylenedianiline (MDA) which may cause cancer and is a liver
toxin. Risk of cancer depends on the length and level of exposure. In
addition, long-term (chronic) exposure may result in damage to the
liver, kidneys, blood, spleen, thyroid and eyes. Chronic overexposure to
styrene may affect the central nervous system.
SECTION 4 -- FIRST AID MEASURES
EYES: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of (preferably lukewarm) water
for at least 15 minutes, keeping the eyelids open all the time. Seek
immediate medical attention.
SKIN CONTACT: Immediately wash skin with soap and plenty of water.
Wash contaminated clothing before re-use and destroy contaminated
shoes.
INHALATION: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give
artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get
medical attention.
INGESTION: DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING! Call a physician immediately.
NOTE: In all cases, a physician should be consulted. People exposed to
MDA will probably need medical surveillance.
SECTION 5 -- FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FLASHPOINT & METHOD OF DETERMINATION- 110 F PMCC
MEANS OF EXTINCTION: Use water spray, dry chemical or CO2 to extinguish
fires. Use water to keep containers cool.
SPECIAL FIRE HAZARDS: Since vapors are exceedingly irritating when
inhaled, a self-contained, positive-pressure breathing apparatus should
be available to firemen.
SECTION 6 -- ACCIDENTAL RELEASE
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS
RELEASED OR SPILLED:
In case of spill, contain with a suitable diking material. In addition
to the protective equipment listed in Section 8, wear impermeable
boots. Ventilate the area thoroughly. Keep all unnecessary people
away. Spilled material should be absorbed in sawdust, sand or other
absorbant. Place into open-topped containers and cover loosely; store
for at least 12 hours before sealing the container.
SECTION 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid breathing vapor.
Keep the containers closed. Keep material away from heat, sparks and
open flames. If used indoors, use mechanical exhaust ventilation.
Wash thoroughly after handling. Consult Section 8 for personal
protection/engineering controls. Store in a cool, dry area in tightly
closed, grounded containers. Avoid moisture contamination.
SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
EXPOSURE CONTROLS:
The level of engineering control depends on how this material is processed.
Selection of specific personal protective equipment will depend on the
operation.
VENTILATION:
Use exhaust ventilation to keep airborne levels below OSHA-recommended
exposure limits. Do not use this product in a poorly ventilated area.
Adequate ventilation is essential to prevent oxygen deficiency and
concentration of vapors, which could lead to life-threatening narcosis.
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING:
Wear protective clothing that is impervious to this product. Selection
of gloves, boots, apron or full-body suit will depend on the operation.
EYE PROTECTION:
Wear chemical splash-proof goggles or a face shield. Vapor resistant
goggles are necessary if contact lenses are worn by the employee.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:
If the airborne concentration of MDA is less than or equal to 10 times
the PEL, wear a half-mask respirator with a combination organic
vapor/HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate in Air filter) cartridge. If the
airborne concentration is less than or equal to 50 times the MDA PEL,
wear a full facepiece respirator with a HEPA cartridge or canister. A
full facepiece powered air-purifying respirator with HEPA cartridges is
required when the airborne concentration is less than or equal to 1000
times the PEL of MDA. Wear either a self-contained breathing apparatus
with a full facepiece in positive pressure mode OR a full facepiece
positive pressure Demand supplied air respirator with auxiliary
self-contained air supply if the airborne concentration of MDA is
unknown.
GENERAL HYGIENE RECOMMENDATIONS:
Before eating, drinking, smoking or using toilet facilities, wash face
and hands thoroughly with soap and water. If significant amounts of
this material get on work clothes, the employee should shower
immediately and the clothing should be laundered before it is worn
again. Any employee who has been exposed to MDA at or above the action
level (5 ppb) for 30 or more days a year, or who has had dermal
exposure to MDA for 15 or more days a year, or who shows signs of dermal
exposure (stained skin) must see a doctor for medical surveillance.
NOTE: any clothing that has been contaminated with MDA must be
laundered before it is worn again. Destroy contaminated leather and
absorbant shoes. Work clothing CANNOT be taken home.
SPECIAL ENGINEERING REQUIREMENTS:
Consult the OSHA standard 29 CFR parts 1910 and 1926 (Occupational
Exposure to 4,4'Methylenedianiline) for more information on whether
other engineering controls are needed.
Since this product is combustible, be sure to isolate, vent, drain, wash
and purge equipment (systems) before maintenance or repair. Remove all
ignition sources. Check atmosphere for explosiveness and oxygen
deficiencies
HMIS RATING: Health: 3 Flammability: 2 Reactivity: 0 PERSONAL PROTECTION
GUIDELINES (Refer to the EXPOSURE CONTROLS):
HMIS CODE J-Splash Goggles, Gloves, Synthetic Apron and Dust & Organic
Vapor Respirator.
SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
APPEARANCE AND ODOR: Dark AMBER liquid with. a styrene odor.
BOILING POINT........ >200 C
MELTING POINT ....... Not Available
PH................... Not Available
VAPOR DENSITY........ Not Available
SOLUBILITY IN WATER.. Not Available
VAPOR PRESSURE....... 109 mmHG(55 C)
VOC (grams/liter).... Not Applicable
DENSITY (g/ml)....... 1.11
SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
CHEMICAL STABILITY....... Stable; however, high temperatures may cause
self-polymerization of the styrene monomer.
INCOMPATIBLE MATERIALS... Avoid contact with strong oxidizers.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION
PRODUCTS................ Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, and nitrogen oxides.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION. Will occur at high temperatures (>150 F).
CONDITIONS TO AVOID...... Avoid contact with water, alcohols, strong bases,
metal compounds or surface active materials.
SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxicological information on components of this product are as follows:
4,4'Methylenedianiline (MDA) has an oral LD50 of 250-347 mg/kg (rat) and
264 mg/kg (mouse). This material is harmful if absorbed through the
skin. Repeated dermal exposure to MDA may cause allergic skin reactions
and liver damage. MDA caused liver tumors in mice and thyroid cancer
in rats and mice during laboratory tests. Styrene has an oral LD50 (rat)
of 5000 mg/kg. If styrene liquid is aspirated into the lungs, it may
be rapidly absorbed through the lungs and cause injury to other body
systems. Styrene is reported to cause hearing loss in laboratory animals
upon exposure to high concentrations (16 times the TLV). The relevance
of this to humans is unknown. Chronic overexposure to styrene may cause
central nervous system, liver and kidney effects and respiratory or eye
irritation. Benzyl alcohol has AN oral LD50 (rat) of 1230 mg/kg.
Prolonged skin contact may cause defatting of the skin. Inhalation of
vapors may cause headache, vertigo, nausea, and vomiting. Central
nervous system depression may also occur.
SECTION 12 - ecological INFORMATION
No ecological data is available.
SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Controlled incineration or buried landfill disposal should be in
accordance with all federal, state and local environmental regulations.
RCRA WASTE CODE: None
CERCLA HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES & RQ: 4,4'Methylenedianiline (RQ: 1 pound)
Styrene (RQ: 1000 pounds)
SECTION 14 - SHIPPING INFORMATION
DOT SHIPPING INFORMATION:
DOT SHIPPING NAME: Styrene Monomer Solution, Inhibited, 3, UN2055, PG III
DOT HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE (PRODUCT RQ): None
DOT TRANSPORT LABEL: FLAMMABLE LIQUID
IATA SHIPPING INFORMATION:
IATA SHIPPING NAME: FLAMMABLE LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S. (Contains Styrene
Monomer, inhibited, and 4,4'Diaminodiphenylmethane), 3,
UNl992, PG III
IATA HAZARD CLASS/SUBSIDIARY HAZARD: 3 (6.1)
REQUIRED TRANSPORT LABEL: FLAMMABLE LIQUID, POISON
SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
NOTICE: Regulatory requirements are subject to change and may differ
from one location to another. It is the buyer's responsibility to
ensure that his activities comply with federal, state and local laws.
The following information is made for the purpose of complying with
numerous federal, state and local local laws and regulations. THIS
INFORMATION IS NOT MEANT TO BE ALL-INCLUSIVE. SELECTED REGULATIONS ARE
PRESENTED.
All the components in this product are listed in the TSCA inventory.
SARA 313 INFORMATION: This product contains the following substances
subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of Title III of
the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 and 40 CFR
Part 372. 4,4'Methylenedianiline (MDA) Styrene Monomer
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65: The following chemicals are known to the
state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm. 4,4'Methylenedianiline (MDA)
SECTION 16 - OTHER INFORMATION
FOOT NOTES
REFERENCES
29 CFR parts 1910 and 1926 Occupational Exposure to 4,4'Methylenedianiline
(MDA);Final Rule (August 10,1992)
REASON FOR ISSUE:
Changed wording in Section 15.
PREPARED BY............... HEXCEL CORPORATION - RESINS GROUP
MSDS CONTROL GROUP
20701 Nordhoff Street, PO Box 2197
Chatsworth, CA 91311
DATE PREPARED............. 01/05/95
PHONE NUMBER OF PREPARER. (818) 882-3022
DISCLAIMER: The information contained herein is accurate to the best of
our knowledge, but no liability whatsoever is assumed. Final
determination of the suitability of a material is the sole
responsibility of the user. A11 products may present unknown health
hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are
described herein, we cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards
that exist.
The product formulation information contained herein is for occupational
safety and health related usage. Any misuse of this information,
including divulgence to third parties or use to gain a competitive
advantage is strictly prohibited.
Judd Stewart