Chemwatch australian msds 4692-4

OKAMUL PU COMP.B
Chemwatch Material Safety Data Sheet
Issue Date: 11-Jul-2008
CHEMWATCH 4692-41
NC317ECP
Version No:2.0
CD 2008/2 Page 1 of 14
Section 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT NAME
SYNONYMS
"Product Code: 46023, 44071, Polyurethane resin adhesive component B" PRODUCT USE
Part B of a 2- pack polyurethane adhesive for the installation of rubber coverings,outdoor and other coverings.
SUPPLIER
Company: Polyflor Australia Pty Ltd
Address:
59- 65 Wedgewood Road
Hallam
VIC 3803
Australia
Telephone: 1800 777 425
Emergency Tel: 1800 777 425
Fax: 03 9215 4444
Section 2 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
STATEMENT OF HAZARDOUS NATURE
HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE. NON-DANGEROUS GOODS. According to the Criteria of
NOHSC, and the ADG Code.
POISONS SCHEDULE
Do not breathe gas/ fumes/ vapour/ spray.
system and skin.
May cause SENSITISATION by Keep container in a well ventilated place.
inhalation.
May cause SENSITISATION by skin Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use.
To clean the floor and all objects contaminated bythis material use water and detergent.
Keep container tightly closed.
Keep away from food drink and animal feeding stuffs.
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
In case of contact with eyes rinse with plenty ofwater and contact Doctor or Poisons InformationCentre.
If swallowed IMMEDIATELY contact Doctor or PoisonsInformation Centre (show this container or label).
continued.
OKAMUL PU COMP.B
Chemwatch Material Safety Data Sheet
Issue Date: 11-Jul-2008
CHEMWATCH 4692-41
NC317ECP
Version No:2.0
CD 2008/2 Page 2 of 14
Section 3 - COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
4, 4' - diphenylmethane diisocyanate (MDI) Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
SWALLOWED
- If swallowed do NOT induce vomiting.
- If vomiting occurs, lean patient forward or place on left side (head-down position, if possible) to maintain open airway and prevent aspiration.
- Observe the patient carefully.
- Never give liquid to a person showing signs of being sleepy or with reduced awareness; i.e. becoming unconscious.
- Give water to rinse out mouth, then provide liquid slowly and as much as casualty can comfortably drink.
- Seek medical advice.
If this product comes in contact with the eyes:- Immediately hold eyelids apart and flush the eye continuously with running water.
- Ensure complete irrigation of the eye by keeping eyelids apart and away from eye and moving the eyelids by occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids.
- Continue flushing until advised to stop by the Poisons Information Centre or a doctor, or for at least 15 minutes.
- Transport to hospital or doctor without delay.
- Removal of contact lenses after an eye injury should only be undertaken by skilled personnel.
If skin contact occurs:- Immediately remove all contaminated clothing, including footwear.
- Flush skin and hair with running water (and soap if available).
- Seek medical attention in event of irritation.
- If fumes or combustion products are inhaled remove from contaminated area.
- Lay patient down. Keep warm and rested.
- Prostheses such as false teeth, which may block airway, should be removed, where possible, prior to initiating first aid procedures.
- Apply artificial respiration if not breathing, preferably with a demand valve resuscitator, bag-valve mask device, or pocket mask as trained. Perform CPR if necessary.
- Transport to hospital, or doctor.
NOTES TO PHYSICIAN
For sub-chronic and chronic exposures to isocyanates:- This material may be a potent pulmonary sensitiser which causes bronchospasm even inpatients without prior airway hyperreactivity.
- Clinical symptoms of exposure involve mucosal irritation of respiratory andgastrointestinal tracts.
- Conjunctival irritation, skin inflammation (erythema, pain vesiculation) andgastrointestinal disturbances occur soon after exposure.
- Pulmonary symptoms include cough, burning, substernal pain and dyspnoea.
- Some cross-sensitivity occurs between different isocyanates.
- Noncardiogenic pulmonary edema and bronchospasm are the most serious consequences ofexposure. Markedly symptomatic patients should receive oxygen, ventilatory support and an continued.
OKAMUL PU COMP.B
Chemwatch Material Safety Data Sheet
Issue Date: 11-Jul-2008
CHEMWATCH 4692-41
NC317ECP
Version No:2.0
CD 2008/2 Page 3 of 14
Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
intravenous line.
- Treatment for asthma includes inhaled sympathomimetics (epinephrine [adrenalin],terbutaline) and steroids.
- Activated charcoal (1 g/kg) and a cathartic (sorbitol, magnesium citrate) may be usefulfor ingestion.
- Mydriatics, systemic analgesics and topical antibiotics (Sulamyd) may be used forcorneal abrasions.
- There is no effective therapy for sensitised workers.
[Ellenhorn and Barceloux; Medical Toxicology]NOTE: Isocyanates cause airway restriction in naive individuals with the degree ofresponse dependant on the concentration and duration of exposure. They induce smoothmuscle contraction which leads to bronchoconstrictive episodes. Acute changes in lungfunction, such as decreased FEV1, may not represent sensitivity.
[Karol & Jin, Frontiers in Molecular Toxicology, pp 56-61, 1992].
Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
- Foam.
- Dry chemical powder.
- BCF (where regulations permit).
- Carbon dioxide.
- Water spray or fog - Large fires only.
FIRE FIGHTING
Alert Fire Brigade and tell them location and nature of hazard.
Wear breathing apparatus plus protective gloves.
Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water course.
Use water delivered as a fine spray to control fire and cool adjacent area.
Avoid spraying water onto liquid pools.
Do not approach containers suspected to be hot.
Cool fire exposed containers with water spray from a protected location.
If safe to do so, remove containers from path of fire.
FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARD
- Combustible.
- Moderate fire hazard when exposed to heat or flame.
- When heated to high temperatures decomposes rapidly generating vapour which pressuresand may then rupture containers with release of flammable and highly toxic isocyanatevapour.
- Burns with acrid black smoke and poisonous fumes.
- Combustion yields traces of highly toxic hydrogen cyanide HCN, plus toxic nitrogenoxides NOx and carbon monoxide.
- Small quantities of water in contact with hot liquid may react violently withgeneration of a large volume of rapidly expanding hot sticky semi-solid foam.
- Presents additional hazard when fire fighting in a confined space.
- Cooling with flooding quantities of water reduces this risk.
- Water spray or fog may cause frothing and should be used in large quantities.
FIRE INCOMPATIBILITY
- Avoid contamination with oxidising agents i.e. nitrates, oxidising acids, chlorinebleaches, pool chlorine etc. as ignition may result.
HAZCHEM: None
continued.
OKAMUL PU COMP.B
Chemwatch Material Safety Data Sheet
Issue Date: 11-Jul-2008
CHEMWATCH 4692-41
NC317ECP
Version No:2.0
CD 2008/2 Page 4 of 14
Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Personal Protective Equipment
Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
MINOR SPILLS
Avoid breathing vapours and contact with skin and eyes.
Control personal contact by using protective equipment.
Contain and absorb spill with sand, earth, inert material or vermiculite.
Place in a suitable labelled container for waste disposal.
MAJOR SPILLS
For release onto land: recommended sorbents listed in order of priority.
continued.
OKAMUL PU COMP.B
Chemwatch Material Safety Data Sheet
Issue Date: 11-Jul-2008
CHEMWATCH 4692-41
NC317ECP
Version No:2.0
CD 2008/2 Page 5 of 14
Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
LegendDGC: Not effective where ground cover is denseR; Not reusableI: Not incinerableP: Effectiveness reduced when rainyRT:Not effective where terrain is ruggedSS: Not for use within environmentally sensitive sitesW: Effectiveness reduced when windy Reference: Sorbents for Liquid Hazardous Substance Cleanup and Control;R.W Melvold et al: Pollution Technology Review No. 150: Noyes Data Corporation 1988.
Moderate hazard.
- Clear area of personnel and move upwind.
Alert Fire Brigade and tell them location and nature of hazard.
Wear breathing apparatus plus protective gloves.
Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water course.
No smoking, naked lights or ignition sources.
Contain spill with sand, earth or vermiculite.
Collect recoverable product into labelled containers for recycling.
Absorb remaining product with sand, earth or vermiculite.
Collect solid residues and seal in labelled drums for disposal.
Wash area and prevent runoff into drains.
If contamination of drains or waterways occurs, advise emergency services.
Personal Protective Equipment advice is contained in Section 8 of the MSDS.
Section 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
PROCEDURE FOR HANDLING
- Avoid all personal contact, including inhalation.
- Wear protective clothing when risk of exposure occurs.
- Use in a well-ventilated area.
- Prevent concentration in hollows and sumps.
- DO NOT enter confined spaces until atmosphere has been checked.
- Avoid smoking, naked lights or ignition sources.
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials.
- When handling, DO NOT eat, drink or smoke.
- Keep containers securely sealed when not in use.
- Avoid physical damage to containers.
- Always wash hands with soap and water after handling.
- Work clothes should be laundered separately.
- Use good occupational work practice.
- Observe manufacturer's storing and handling recommendations.
- Atmosphere should be regularly checked against established exposure standards to ensure safe working conditions.
- DO NOT allow clothing wet with material to stay in contact with skin.
continued.
OKAMUL PU COMP.B
Chemwatch Material Safety Data Sheet
Issue Date: 11-Jul-2008
CHEMWATCH 4692-41
NC317ECP
Version No:2.0
CD 2008/2 Page 6 of 14
Section 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
SUITABLE CONTAINER
- Polyethylene or polypropylene container.
- Check all containers are clearly labelled and free from leaks.
STORAGE INCOMPATIBILITY
- Avoid cross contamination between the two liquid parts of product (kit).
- If two part products are mixed or allowed to mix in proportions other than manufacturer's recommendation, polymerisation with gelation and evolution of heat (exotherm) may occur.
- This excess heat may generate toxic vapour.
- Avoid reaction with oxidising agents.
- Avoid contamination with water, alkalies and detergent solutions.
- Material reacts with water and generates gas, pressurises containers with even drum rupture resulting.
- DO NOT reseal container if contamination is suspected.
- Open all containers with care.
STORAGE REQUIREMENTS
Rotate all stock to prevent ageing. Use on FIFO (First In-First Out) basis.
- Store in original containers.
- Keep containers securely sealed.
- No smoking, naked lights or ignition sources.
- Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area.
- Store away from incompatible materials and foodstuff containers.
- Protect containers against physical damage and check regularly for leaks.
- Observe manufacturer's storing and handling recommendations.
Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
EXPOSURE CONTROLS
Source
diisocyanate (MDI) (Isocyanates,all (as- NCO)) EMERGENCY EXPOSURE LIMITS
MATERIAL DATA
Not available. Refer to individual constituents.
INGREDIENT DATA
Some jurisdictions require that health surveillance be conducted on occupationally - demography, occupational and medical history and health advice- completion of a standardised respiratory questionnaire- physical examination of the respiratory system and skin- standardised respiratory function tests such as FEV1, FVC and FEV1/FVC.
continued.
OKAMUL PU COMP.B
Chemwatch Material Safety Data Sheet
Issue Date: 11-Jul-2008
CHEMWATCH 4692-41
NC317ECP
Version No:2.0
CD 2008/2 Page 7 of 14
Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
for diphenylmethane diisocyanate (methylene bisphenyl isocyanate; MDI)Odour Threshold Value: 0.39 ppmIDLH Level: 10 mg/m3Mean MDI exposures of less than 0.003 ppm appear to have no acute or chronic effect on MDI produces identical toxicological responses to those produced by TDI and the recommended TLV-TWA is identical for the two isocyanates. Exposure at or below therecommended value is thought to protect the worker against pulmonary function decrementsas well as to minimise the potential for respiratory tract sensitisation. Individuals whomay be hypersusceptible or otherwise unusually responsive to exposure to certainindustrial chemicals may not adequately protected from adverse health effects caused byMDI at the recommended TLV-TWA. Ceiling values recommended by NIOSH and OSHA aresynonymous with normal excursions allowable for exposures to the TLV-TWA (in excess of 3x TLV-TWA for no more than a total of 30 minutes during a work day but in any case notexceeding 5 x TLV-TWA).
PERSONAL PROTECTION
- Safety glasses with side shields.
- Chemical goggles.
- Contact lenses may pose a special hazard; soft contact lenses may absorb andconcentrate irritants. A written policy document, describing the wearing of lens orrestrictions on use, should be created for each workplace or task. This should include areview of lens absorption and adsorption for the class of chemicals in use and an accountof injury experience. Medical and first-aid personnel should be trained in their removaland suitable equipment should be readily available. In the event of chemical exposure,begin eye irrigation immediately and remove contact lens as soon as practicable. Lensshould be removed at the first signs of eye redness or irritation - lens should beremoved in a clean environment only after workers have washed hands thoroughly. [CDCNIOSH Current Intelligence Bulletin 59].
HANDS/FEET
- Wear chemical protective gloves, eg. PVC.
- Wear safety footwear or safety gumboots, eg. Rubber.
NOTE: - The material may produce skin sensitisation in predisposed individuals. Care must betaken, when removing gloves and other protective equipment, to avoid all possible skincontact.
- Contaminated leather items, such as shoes, belts and watch-bands should be removed anddestroyed.
- Overalls.
- P.V.C. apron.
- Barrier cream.
- Skin cleansing cream.
- Eye wash unit.
RESPIRATOR
Selection of the Class and Type of respirator will depend upon the level of breathingzone contaminant and the chemical nature of the contaminant. Protection Factors (definedas the ratio of contaminant outside and inside the mask) may also be important.
continued.
OKAMUL PU COMP.B
Chemwatch Material Safety Data Sheet
Issue Date: 11-Jul-2008
CHEMWATCH 4692-41
NC317ECP
Version No:2.0
CD 2008/2 Page 8 of 14
Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
** - Continuous-flow or positive pressure demand.
The local concentration of material, quantity and conditions of use determine the type ofpersonal protective equipment required.
For further information consult site specificCHEMWATCH data (if available), or yourOccupational Health and Safety Advisor.
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
General exhaust is adequate under normal operating conditions. Local exhaust ventilationmay be required in specific circumstances. If risk of overexposure exists, wear approvedrespirator. Correct fit is essential to obtain adequate protection. Provide adequateventilation in warehouse or closed storage areas.
Refer also to protective measures for the other component used with the product. Readboth MSDS before using; store and attach MSDS together.
Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
APPEARANCE
Brown liquid with earthy, stale odour; does not mix with water.
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Liquid.
Does not mix with water.
Sinks in water.
Section 10 - CHEMICAL STABILITY AND REACTIVITY INFORMATION
CONDITIONS CONTRIBUTING TO INSTABILITY
- Presence of incompatible materials.
- Product is considered stable.
- Hazardous polymerisation will not occur.
continued.
OKAMUL PU COMP.B
Chemwatch Material Safety Data Sheet
Issue Date: 11-Jul-2008
CHEMWATCH 4692-41
NC317ECP
Version No:2.0
CD 2008/2 Page 9 of 14
Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
ACUTE HEALTH EFFECTS
SWALLOWED
Accidental ingestion of the material may be damaging to the health of the individual.
Ingestion may result in nausea, abdominal irritation, pain and vomiting.
The material may produce moderate eye irritation leading to inflammation. Repeated orprolonged exposure to irritants may produce conjunctivitis.
This material can cause inflammation of the skin oncontact in some persons.
The material may accentuate any pre-existing dermatitis condition.
Bare unprotected skin should not be exposed to this material.
Toxic effects may result from skin absorption.
The vapour/mist may be highly irritating to the upper respiratory tract and lungs; theresponse may be severe enough to produce bronchitis and pulmonary oedema. Possibleneurological symptoms arising from isocyanate exposure include headache, insomnia,euphoria, ataxia, anxiety neurosis, depression and paranoia. Gastrointestinaldisturbances are characterised by nausea and vomiting. Pulmonary sensitisation mayproduce asthmatic reactions ranging from minor breathing difficulties to severe allergicattacks; this may occur following a single acute exposure or may develop without warningfor several hours after exposure. Sensitized people can react to very low doses, andshould not be allowed to work in situations allowing exposure to this material. Continuedexposure of sensitised persons may lead to possible long term respiratory impairment.
Inhalation hazard is increased at higher temperatures.
Inhalation of vapour may aggravate a pre-existing respiratory condition.
CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS
Persons with a history of asthma or other respiratory problems or are known to besensitised, should not be engaged in any work involving the handling of isocyanates.
[CCTRADE-Bayer, APMF].
Inhaling this product is more likely to cause a sensitisation reaction in some personscompared to the general population.
Skin contact with the material is more likely to cause a sensitisation reaction in somepersons compared to the general population.
Sensitisation may give severe responses to very low levels of exposure, i.e.
hypersensitivity. Sensitised persons should not be allowed to work in situations whereexposure may occur.
Isocyanate vapours are irritating to the airways and can cause their inflammation, withwheezing, gasping, severe distress, even loss of consciousness and fluid in the lungs.
Nervous system symptoms that may occur include headache, sleep disturbance, euphoria,inco-ordination, anxiety, depression and paranoia. Digestive effects include nausea andvomiting. Breathing difficulties may occur unpredictably after a period of tolerance andafter skin contact. Allergic inflammation of the skin can occur, with rash, itching,blistering, and swelling of the hands and feet. Sensitive people can react to very lowlevels and should not be exposed to this material.
TOXICITY AND IRRITATION
Not available. Refer to individual constituents.
continued.
OKAMUL PU COMP.B
Chemwatch Material Safety Data Sheet
Issue Date: 11-Jul-2008
CHEMWATCH 4692-41
NC317ECP
Version No:2.0
CD 2008/2 Page 10 of 14
Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
POLYMERIC DIPHENYLMETHANE DIISOCYANATE:unless otherwise specified data extracted from RTECS - Register of Toxic Effects ofChemical Substances.
Dermal (rabbit) LD50: >9400 mg/kgInhalation (rat) LC50: 490 mg/m³/4hThe substance is classified by IARC as Group 3: NOT classifiable as to its carcinogenicity to humans.
Evidence of carcinogenicity may be inadequate or limited in animal testing.
4,4'-DIPHENYLMETHANE DIISOCYANATE (MDI):unless otherwise specified data extracted from RTECS - Register of Toxic Effects ofChemical Substances.
Inhalation (rat) LC50: 178 mg/m³/4h Dermal Sensitiser *Oral (mouse) LD50: 2200 mg/kg Respiratory Sensitiser(g.pig) *Dermal (rabbit) LD50: >6200 mg/kg * [* = Bayer CCINFO2133615]Oral (Rat) LD50: 9200 mg/kg Contact allergies quickly manifest themselves as contact eczema, more rarely as urticariaor Quincke's oedema. The pathogenesis of contact eczema involves a cell-mediated (Tlymphocytes) immune reaction of the delayed type. Other allergic skin reactions, e.g.
contact urticaria, involve antibody-mediated immune reactions. The significance of thecontact allergen is not simply determined by its sensitisation potential: thedistribution of the substance and the opportunities for contact with it are equallyimportant. A weakly sensitising substance which is widely distributed can be a moreimportant allergen than one with stronger sensitising potential with which fewindividuals come into contact. From a clinical point of view, substances are noteworthyif they produce an allergic test reaction in more than 1% of the persons tested.
Asthma-like symptoms may continue for months or even years after exposure to the materialceases. This may be due to a non-allergenic condition known as reactive airwaysdysfunction syndrome (RADS) which can occur following exposure to high levels of highlyirritating compound. Key criteria for the diagnosis of RADS include the absence ofpreceding respiratory disease, in a non-atopic individual, with abrupt onset ofpersistent asthma-like symptoms within minutes to hours of a documented exposure to theirritant. A reversible airflow pattern, on spirometry, with the presence of moderate tosevere bronchial hyperreactivity on methacholine challenge testing and the lack ofminimal lymphocytic inflammation, without eosinophilia, have also been included in thecriteria for diagnosis of RADS. RADS (or asthma) following an irritating inhalation is aninfrequent disorder with rates related to the concentration of and duration of exposureto the irritating substance. Industrial bronchitis, on the other hand, is a disorder thatoccurs as result of exposure due to high concentrations of irritating substance (oftenparticulate in nature) and is completely reversible after exposure ceases. The disorderis characterised by dyspnea, cough and mucus production.
Allergic reactions involving the respiratory tract are usually due to interactionsbetween IgE antibodies and allergens and occur rapidly. Allergic potential of theallergen and period of exposure often determine the severity of symptoms. Some people maybe genetically more prone than others, and exposure to other irritants may aggravatesymptoms. Allergy causing activity is due to interactions with proteins.
Attention should be paid to atopic diathesis, characterised by increased susceptibilityto nasal inflammation, asthma and eczema.
Exogenous allergic alveolitis is induced essentially by allergen specific immune-complexes of the IgG type; cell-mediated reactions (T lymphocytes) may be involved. Suchallergy is of the delayed type with onset up to four hours following exposure.
Isocyanate vapours are irritating to the airways and can cause their inflammation, withwheezing, gasping, severe distress, even loss of consciousness and fluid in the lungs.
continued.
OKAMUL PU COMP.B
Chemwatch Material Safety Data Sheet
Issue Date: 11-Jul-2008
CHEMWATCH 4692-41
NC317ECP
Version No:2.0
CD 2008/2 Page 11 of 14
Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Nervous system symptoms that may occur include headache, sleep disturbance, euphoria,inco-ordination, anxiety, depression and paranoia. Digestive effects include nausea andvomiting. Breathing difficulties may occur unpredictably after a period of tolerance andafter skin contact. Allergic inflammation of the skin can occur, with rash, itching,blistering, and swelling of the hands and feet. Sensitive people can react to very lowlevels and should not be exposed to this material.
The material may produce moderate eye irritation leading to inflammation. Repeated orprolonged exposure to irritants may produce conjunctivitis.
The substance is classified by IARC as Group 3: NOT classifiable as to its carcinogenicity to humans.
Evidence of carcinogenicity may be inadequate or limited in animal testing.
Inhalation (human) TCLo: 0.13 ppm/30 mins Eye (rabbit): 0.10 mg moderate IARC: International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) Carcinogens: polymeric diphenylmethane diisocyanate Category: The substance is classified by IARC as Group 3:NOT classifiable as to its carcinogenicity to humans. Evidence of carcinogenicity maybe inadequate or limited in animal testing.
AUOEL: Australia Exposure Standards - Sensitisers: polymeric diphenylmethane IARC: International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) Carcinogens: 4,4'-diphenylmethane diisocyanate (MDI) Category: The substance is classified by IARCas Group 3: NOT classifiable as to its carcinogenicity to humans. Evidence ofcarcinogenicity may be inadequate or limited in animal testing.
ILOP: France Threshold Limit Values for Occupational Exposure (VLE, VME) - Allergens: AUOEL: Australia Exposure Standards - Sensitisers: 4,4'-diphenylmethane diisocyanate Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
DO NOT discharge into sewer or waterways.
Water hazard class 1 (Self-assessment): slightly hazardous for water.
Refer to data for ingredients, which follows: POLYMERIC DIPHENYLMETHANE DIISOCYANATE:Aquatic toxicity:Fish (Brachydanio rerio) 96h LC0: >1000 mg/l *(Daphnia) 24h EC50: >1000 mg/l *Bacterial toxicity (activated sludge microorganism) 3h EC50: >100 mg/l * 4,4'-DIPHENYLMETHANE DIISOCYANATE (MDI):Half- life Soil - High (hours): continued.
OKAMUL PU COMP.B
Chemwatch Material Safety Data Sheet
Issue Date: 11-Jul-2008
CHEMWATCH 4692-41
NC317ECP
Version No:2.0
CD 2008/2 Page 12 of 14
Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Aqueous biodegradation - Aerobic - High (hours): Aqueous biodegradation - Aerobic - Low (hours): Aqueous biodegradation - Anaerobic - High (hours): Aqueous biodegradation - Anaerobic - Low (hours): Photooxidation half- life air - High (hours): Photooxidation half- life air - Low (hours): First order hydrolysis half- life (hours): Hydrolysis would represents the primary fate mechanism for the majority of the commercialisocyanate monomers, but, is tempered somewhat by the lack of water solubility. In theabsence of hydrolysis, sorption to solids (e.g., sludge and sediments) will be theprimary mechanism of removal. Biodegradation is minimal for most compounds andvolatilisation is negligible. Atmospheric degradation is not expected with removal fromair occurring by washout or dry deposition. Volatilisation from surface waters (e.g.,lakes and rivers) is expected to take years. In wastewater treatment this process is notexpected to be significant.
Review of the estimated properties of the isocyanates suggest that sorption is theprimary removal mechanism in the ambient environment and in wastewater treatment in theabsence of significanthydrolysis. Sorption to solids in wastewater treatment is considered strong to verystrong for mostcompounds. Sorption to sediments and soils in the ambient environment is very strong inmost instances. Migration to groundwater and surface waters is not expected due tosorption or hydrolysis.
Hydrolysis of the N=C=O will occur in less than hours in most instances and withinminutes for more than 90% of the commercial isocyanates. However, the low to very lowsolubility of these substances will generally lessen the effectiveness of hydrolysis as afate pathway. But hydrolysis should be considered one of the two major fate processes forthe isocyanates.
Aerobic and/or anaerobic biodegradation of the isocyanates is not expected to occur atsignificant levels. Most of the substances take several months to degrade.
Degradation of the hydrolysis products will occur at varying rates depending on themoiety formed.
DO NOT discharge into sewer or waterways.
Toxicity Fish: LC50(96)95.24-134.37mg/L Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
- Treat isocyanate spills with sufficient amounts of isocyanate decontaminant preparation.
- Typically, such a preparation may consist of: sawdust: 20 parts by weight Kieselguhr 40 parts by weight plus a mixture of {ammonia (s.g. 0.880) 8% v/v non-ionic surfactant 2% v/v water 90% v/v}.
- Let stand for 24 hours.
- Consult manufacturer for recycling options and recycle where possible .
- Consult State Land Waste Management Authority for disposal.
- Incinerate residue at an approved site.
- Recycle containers if possible, or dispose of in an authorised landfill.
continued.
OKAMUL PU COMP.B
Chemwatch Material Safety Data Sheet
Issue Date: 11-Jul-2008
CHEMWATCH 4692-41
NC317ECP
Version No:2.0
CD 2008/2 Page 13 of 14
Section 14 - TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
NOT REGULATED FOR TRANSPORT OF DANGEROUS GOODS:UN, IATA,IMDG Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
POISONS SCHEDULE: S6
REGULATIONS
Okamul PU Comp.B (CAS: None):
No regulations applicable
polymeric diphenylmethane diisocyanate (CAS: 9016-87-9) is found on the following regulatory lists; Australia - New South Wales Hazardous Substances Requiring Health SurveillanceAustralia - Tasmania Hazardous Substances Requiring Health SurveillanceAustralia - Western Australia Hazardous Substances Requiring Health SurveillanceAustralia Exposure StandardsAustralia Hazardous SubstancesAustralia Hazardous Substances Requiring Health SurveillanceAustralia High Volume Industrial Chemical List (HVICL)Australia Occupational Health and Safety (Commonwealth Employment) (National Standards) Regulations 1994 - Hazardous Substances Requiring Health SurveillanceAustralia Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons (SUSDP) - Appendix E (Part 2)Australia Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons (SUSDP) - Appendix F (Part 3)Australia Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons (SUSDP) - Schedule 6GESAMP/EHS Composite List of Hazard Profiles - Hazard evaluation of substances transported by shipsIMO MARPOL 73/78 (Annex II) - List of Noxious Liquid Substances Carried in BulkIMO Provisional Categorization of Liquid Substances - List 1: Pure or technically pure productsInternational Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) CarcinogensOECD Representative List of High Production Volume (HPV) Chemicals 4,4'-diphenylmethane diisocyanate (MDI) (CAS: 101-68-8) is found on the following regulatory lists; Australia - New South Wales Hazardous Substances Requiring Health SurveillanceAustralia - Queensland Hazardous Materials and Prescribed Quantities for Major Hazard FacilitiesAustralia - Tasmania Hazardous Substances Requiring Health SurveillanceAustralia - Western Australia Hazardous Substances Requiring Health SurveillanceAustralia Exposure StandardsAustralia Hazardous SubstancesAustralia Hazardous Substances Requiring Health SurveillanceAustralia High Volume Industrial Chemical List (HVICL)Australia National Pollutant InventoryAustralia Occupational Health and Safety (Commonwealth Employment) (National Standards) Regulations 1994 - Hazardous Substances Requiring Health SurveillanceAustralia Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons (SUSDP) - Appendix E (Part 2)Australia Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons (SUSDP) - Appendix F (Part 3)Australia Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons (SUSDP) - Schedule 6GESAMP/EHS Composite List of Hazard Profiles - Hazard evaluation of substances transported by shipsIMO MARPOL 73/78 (Annex II) - List of Noxious Liquid Substances Carried in BulkInternational Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) CarcinogensInternational Air Transport Association (IATA) Dangerous Goods RegulationsOECD Representative List of High Production Volume (HPV) Chemicals 4,4'-diphenylmethane diisocyanate (MDI) (CAS: 26447-40-5) is found on the following regulatory lists; Australia - New South Wales Hazardous Substances Requiring Health SurveillanceAustralia - Tasmania Hazardous Substances Requiring Health SurveillanceAustralia - Western Australia Hazardous Substances Requiring Health SurveillanceAustralia Exposure StandardsAustralia Hazardous SubstancesAustralia Hazardous Substances Requiring Health SurveillanceAustralia Occupational Health and Safety (Commonwealth Employment) (National Standards) Regulations 1994 - Hazardous Substances Requiring Health SurveillanceAustralia Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons (SUSDP) - Appendix E (Part 2)Australia Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons (SUSDP) - Appendix F (Part 3)Australia Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons (SUSDP) - Schedule 6OECD Representative List of High Production Volume (HPV) Chemicals Section 16 - OTHER INFORMATION
Denmark Advisory list for selfclassification of dangerous substances
continued.
OKAMUL PU COMP.B
Chemwatch Material Safety Data Sheet
Issue Date: 11-Jul-2008
CHEMWATCH 4692-41
NC317ECP
Version No:2.0
CD 2008/2 Page 14 of 14
Section 16 - OTHER INFORMATION
INGREDIENTS WITH MULTIPLE CAS NUMBERS
Ingredient Name
4, 4' - diphenylmethane diisocyanate (MDI) Classification of the preparation and its individual components has drawn on official and authoritative sources as well as independent review by the Chemwatch Classification committee using available literature references.
A list of reference resources used to assist the committee may be found at: www.chemwatch.net/references.
The (M)SDS is a Hazard Communication tool and should be used to assist in the Risk Assessment. Many factors determine whether the reported Hazards are Risks in the workplace or other settings. Risks may be determined by reference to Exposures Scenarios. Scale of use, frequency of use and current or available engineering controls must be considered.
This document is copyright. Apart from any fair dealing for the purposes of private study, research, review orcriticism, as permitted under the Copyright Act, no part may be reproduced by any process without written permissionfrom CHEMWATCH. TEL (+61 3) 9572 4700. Issue Date: 11-Jul-2008Print Date: 11-Jul-2008

Source: http://polyflor.com.au/kiesel/Kiesel%20PU-Part%20B%20MSDS%204692-41.pdf