ETC 901095

SAFETY DATA SHEET
Loctite Corporation
770
0178213 8.00 IE EA 11.05.2000 MSDS_IE
Environmental Health & Safety Affairs
Health & Regulatory Affairs - Europe
This safety data sheet has been prepared in accordance with the requirements of EC Directive
88/379/EEC and 91/155/EEC (and other related directives) and provides information relating to the
safe handling and use of the product.
1.
PRODUCT AND COMPANY INFORMATION
Product Code
Trade Name
Manufacturer/Supplier
Address
0178213
770
Loctite UK
Watchmead,
Welwyn Garden City,
Herts., AL7IJB.
01 707 358800
Phone Number
01 707 358900
Fax Number
Emergency Phone Number +353-1-4599301/+353-1-87-2629625/+353-1-4046444
2.
COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Nature
Solvent based activator.
Hazardous Components in Product for EC
3.
Component Name
Concentration
R Phrases
N-Heptane
60.00 - 100.00
R11, R38, R65,
R67, R50/53
Classification
F, Xn, N
HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
This product is highly flammable . The flash point is -1°C and explosive limits are approximately 17%. Irritating to skin. Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed. Vapours may cause
drowsiness and dizziness.
4.
FIRST AID MEASURES
First Aid - Inhalation
Remove affected person to fresh air, and if still feeling unwell seek medical attention.
First Aid - Skin
Wash skin with plenty of soap and water and apply replenishing cream if necessary.
First Aid - Eyes
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation persists seek medical attention.
First Aid - Ingestion
Rinse mouth with water then give plenty of water to drink. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical
advice.
5.
FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
This product is highly flammable having a flash point of -1°C. Keep unaffected containers cool with
water spray. If product is involved in fire extinguish with dry powder, foam or carbon dioxide. Self
contained breathing apparatus should be worn when dealing with fire.
6.
ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Ventilate area. Eliminate sources of ignition. Absorb spillage onto inert absorbent material and
place in a closed container, which should be partially filled (air space), for disposal.
7.
HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling
Avoid sources of ignition - no smoking. Vapours should be extracted to avoid inhalation. Prolonged
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0178213 8.00 IE EA 11.05.2000 MSDS_IE
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Health & Regulatory Affairs - Europe
7.
HANDLING AND STORAGE
or repeated skin contact should be avoided.
Storage
Keep away from sources of ignition. Store away from heat in a cool, well-ventilated area.
8.
EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Occupational exposure limits
N-Heptane
ACGIH: TLV 400ppm 8h TWA.
ACGIH: STEL 500ppm 15min TWA.
HSA (1999) C.O.P : OEL 400ppm (1600mg/m3) 8h TWA.
HSA (1999) C.O.P : OEL 500ppm (2000mg/m3) 15 min
exposure limit.
In circumstances where there is a potential for prolonged or repeated skin contact, the use of
polyvinyl chloride, polyethylene or nitrile rubber gauntlets or equivalent solvent resistant gloves is
recommended.
9.
PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State
Colour
Odour
pH
Boiling Range/Point (°C)
Flash Point (CC) (°C)
Specific Gravity
Solubility in Water (kg/m³)
Solubility in Acetone
Vapour Pressure (mmHg
@25°C)
Explosion Limits (%)
Liquid.
Almost colourless.
Pungent.
Not determined.
97 to 99.
-1
0.68 at 20 °C.
Immiscible.
Miscible
35 at 20 °C.
1 to 7.
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
The product is relatively stable under normal conditions of use. Non reactive to oxidising agents
except for peroxides.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Inhalation
Inhalation of vapours may cause headaches or dizziness.
Skin
Acute dermal LD50 (rabbit) is estimated to be greater than 2000mg/kg. Solvent may remove
essential oils from the skin making it susceptible to attack from other chemicals. Irritating to the
skin.
Eyes
May cause mild irritation to the eyes.
Ingestion
Small amounts of liquid aspirated into the respiratory system during ingestion or from vomiting may
cause bronchopneumonia or pulmonary oedema.
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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Does not contain substances listed on the Montreal protocol.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose of in accordance with local and national regulations. Evaporation and incineration
recommended.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
1206
UN Number
Air (IATA)
Sea (IMO)
Heptanes, Class 3, Flammable liquid, Packaging Grp II
Heptanes, Class 3.2, Flammable liquids, Packaging Grp
II
EmS 3-07 MFAG 310.
Heptanes, Class 3, Flammable liquids, Item No. 3 °(b)
Road (ADR)/Rail (RID)
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
N-Heptane
Contains
Labelling
Information
Harmful
R phrases
S phrases
Voluntary Labelling
Highly
flammable
R11 Highly flammable.
R65 Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed.
R38 Irritating to skin.
R67 Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.
S16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No Smoking.
S23 Do not breathe vapour.
S28 After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty
of soap and water. S62 If swallowed, do not induce
vomiting: seek medical advice immediately and show this
container or label.
S51 Use only in well ventilated areas.
N/A
16. OTHER INFORMATION
MSDS first issued
MSDS data revised
10 October 1995
11 May 2000
Prepared by:
Dr. Sandra Wade
Senior Chemist
Health & Regulatory Affairs - Europe Further Information may be obtained from:-
Loctite Corporation,
International Health and Regulatory Affairs,
Tallaght Business Park,
Whitestown,
Dublin 24,
Ireland.
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Health & Regulatory Affairs - Europe
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0178213 8.00 IE EA 11.05.2000 MSDS_IE
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Tel: +353-1-4046444.
Fax: +353-1-4510806.
Formerly Development Product: LID-1213
The information in this safety data sheet was obtained from reputable sources and to the best of our
knowledge is accurate and current at the mentioned date. Neither Loctite nor its subsidiary
companies accept any liability arising out of the use of the information provided here or the use,
application or processing of the product(s) described herein. Attention of users is drawn to the
possible hazards from improper use of the product(s).
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