Cycad Products Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
Cycad Blackgold
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Revision of January 18, 2014
I. Product Identification
Trade Name:
Cycad Blackgold Optical Pitch
Grades: soft, medium, medium-hard, hard, and extra-hard
Manufactured by:
Cycad Products
763 Dora Celeste Drive
Las Vegas, New Mexico 87701
Emergency Telephone:
(505) 425-9505 Bus Hours Dr. Ronald Clark
(505) 425-9475 Home Dr. Ronald Clark
If Dr. Clark is not available
II. Hazardous Ingredients
Common Name Chemical Name CAS Number Per Cent
Petroleum pitch Asphalt 8052-42-4 20-60%
Components not precisely identified are either proprietary or non-hazardous. All
components appear on the EPA TSCA inventory. Values are not product specifications.
III. Physical Data
Boiling Point: NA Melting Point: 65-80 C.
Specific Gravity: 1.1 Vapor Pressure: NA
Vapor Density: NA Solubility: insoluble in water, soluble in hydrocarbons
Percent Volatiles: none Appearance and odor: Black, odorless cold
IV. Fire and Explosion Data
Flash Point: est > 400 F
Extinguishing Media: dry chemical, foam, steam, water fog, or carbon dioxide
Special fire fighting procedures:
Optical Pitch is never found in tonnage lots, so fires would only involve relatively small
amounts of material. If fire occurs in can, cover the can with the lid to put out the fire.
Treat as an oil fire.
If possible, do not use water as water causes spreading of the burning pitch. If only water
is available, use gross amounts which will solidify the pitch.
Unusual fire and explosion hazards: none
V. Health Hazard Data
Inhalation of fumes
Acute: Upper respiratory tract (nose and throat) irritation.
Skin Contact
Acute: Prolonged contact may cause mild irritation.
Contact with hot material will cause thermal burns.
Eye Contact
Acute: Fumes from heated material will cause irritation.
Exposure Limits
Asphalt fume OSHA PEL none established
ACGIH TLV 5 mg/M3
NIOSH 5 mg/M3
Carcinogenicity
Asphalt NTP listed no
IARC listed yes
OSHA regulated no
Emergency First Aid Procedures
Inhalation: Remove individual to fresh air. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
Skin: Cool hot material with ice or cold water. Do not remove pitch immediately, Cover
with petroleum jelly and remove when softened. Seek medical attention for burns. A
bucket of cold water should be kept nearby whenever melted pitch is handled.
Eyes: Flush with running water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention.
VI. Reactivity Data
Stability (conditions to avoid): Stable
Incompatibility: Strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous decomposition products: Combustion yields the usual hydrocarbon
combustion products.
Hazardous polymerization: will not occur
VII. Spill or Leak Procedures
Action to take for spills:
If molten, let cool to a solid, then shovel into waste receptacle. Avoid inhalation of
fumes.
Waste Disposal Method:
Dispose in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations, Primary disposal is in a
municipal or industrial landfill. Combustion in an approved incinerator is acceptable.
VIII. Special Protection Information
Ventilation: Use a hood or other well-ventilated area when heating to avoid fume
inhalation.
Respiration: Use an approved organic vapor respirator with a particulate pre-filter if
fumes exceed 5 mg/M3.
Protective Clothing: Wear insulating covering when working with molten material.
Eye Protection: Wear safety glasses or safety shield when working with molten material.
IX. Special Precautions and Other Information
1. Never add water or other low boiling material to melted pitch.
2. Optical pitch is usually dispensed as a liquid at 200-400 F. The chief hazard in
handling pitch is the danger of burns from splashes or spills. Protective clothing,
including safety glasses, should always be used when hot pitch is being handled.
3. In use, optical pitch may become contaminated with hazardous materials from the
surfaces being worked. If so, dispose of the pitch as appropriate for the surface materials.
4. Laps can usually be formed from melted pitch at 260F, and at this temperature
essentially no fumes or vapor will form. We recommend casting below 275F.
5. Cycad Blackgold Optical Pitch is petroleum pitch modified by blending with natural
resins long known to be non-toxic. None of these materials is considered hazardous
except that, with regard to the asphalt component, our petroleum pitch supplier has
indicated in their MSDS that " There are no studies to indicate that asphalt causes cancer
or respiratory damage in man. This petroleum based product contains a small amount of
polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons which have been known to cause cancer and
respiratory damage in laboratory animals." Asphalt is commonly found in such everyday
materials as road tar, roofing tar, roofing paper, and sealing compounds.
Notice
All information, recommendations, and suggestions appearing herein concerning this
product are based upon data obtained from our suppliers and/or recognized technical
sources and are believed to be accurate, however, Cycad Products makes no warranty,
representation or guarantee as to the accuracy, sufficiency, or completeness of the
material set forth herein. It is the user's responsibility to determine the safety, toxicity,
and suitability of their own use, handling, and disposal of the product. Since actual use by
others is beyond our control, no warranty, express or implied is made by Cycad Products
as the effects of such use, the results to be obtained, or the safety and toxicity of the
product, nor does Cycad Products assume any liability arising out of the use by others of
the products referred herein. The data in this Material Safety Data Sheet relate only to the
specific material designated herein and do not relate to use in combination with any other
material or in any process.
Cycad Cleargold
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Revision of February 3, 2000
I. Product Identification
Trade Name:
Cycad Cleargold Optical Pitch
Grades: soft, medium, medium-hard, and hard
Manufactured by:
Cycad Products
763 Dora Celeste Drive
Las Vegas, New Mexico
87701
Emergency Telephone:
(505) 425-9505 Bus Hours Dr. Ronald Clark
(505) 425-9475 Home Dr. Ronald Clark
If Dr. Clark is not available
(505) 425-6378 Mr. Wayne Proell
II. Hazardous Ingredients
Common Name Chemical Name CAS Number Per Cent
None. The principle component is rosin (CAS No. 8050-09-7)
Components not precisely identified are either proprietary or non-hazardous. All
components appear on the EPA TSCA inventory. Values are not product specifications.
III. Physical Data
Boiling Point NA Melting Point 65-80 C
Specific Gravity: 1.1 Vapor Pressure: NA
Vapor Density: NA Solubility: insoluble in water, soluble in hydrocarbons
Percent Volatiles: none Appearance and odor: Clear, honey-colored solid
IV. Fire and Explosion Data
Flash Point: est > 400
Extinguishing Media: dry chemical, foam, steam, water fog, or carbon dioxide
Special fire fighting procedures:
Optical Pitch is never found in tonnage lots, so fires would only involve relatively small
amounts of material. If fire occurs in can, cover the can with the lid to put out the fire.
Treat as an oil fire.
If possible, do not use water as water causes spreading of the burning pitch. If only water
is available, use gross amounts, which will solidify the pitch.
Unusual fire and explosion hazards: none
V. Health Hazard Data
Inhalation of fumes
Acute: Upper respiratory tract (nose and throat) irritation.
Skin Contact
Acute: Prolonged contact may cause mild irritation. Contact with hot material will cause
thermal burns.
Eye Contact
Acute: Fumes from heated material will cause irritation.
Exposure Limits
Rosin OSHA PEL none established
ACGIH TLV 10 mg/M
Emergency First Aid Procedures:
Inhalation: Remove individual to fresh air. If irritation persists seek medical attention.
Skin: Cool hot material with ice or cold water. Do not remove pitch immediately, Cover
with petroleum jelly and remove when softened. Seek medical attention for burns. A
bucket of cold water should be kept nearby whenever melted pitch is handled.
Eyes: Flush with running water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention.
VI. Reactivity Data
Stability (conditions to avoid): Stable
Incompatibility: Strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous decomposition products: Combustion yields the usual hydrocarbon
combustion products.
Hazardous polymerization: will not occur
VII. Spill or Leak Procedures
Action to take for spills:
If molten, let cool to a solid, then shovel into waste receptacle. Avoid inhalation of
fumes.
Waste Disposal Method:
Dispose in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations, Primary disposal is in a
municipal or industrial landfill. Combustion in an approved incinerator would be
acceptable.
VIII. Special Protection Information
Ventilation: Use a hood or other well-ventilated area when heating to avoid fume
inhalation
Respiration: Use an approved organic vapor respirator with a particulate pre-filter if
fumes exceed 5 mg/M3
Protective Clothing: Wear insulating covering when working with molten material.
Eye Protection: Wear safety glasses or safety shield when working with molten material.
IX. Special Precautions and Other Information
Never add water or other low boiling material to melted pitch.
Optical pitch is usually dispensed as a liquid at 200-400 F. The chief hazard in handling
pitch is the danger of burns from splashes or spills. Protective clothing, including safety
glasses, should always be used when hot pitch is being handled.
In use, optical pitch may become contaminated with hazardous materials from the
surfaces being worked. If so, dispose of the pitch as appropriate for the surface materials.
Laps can usually be formed from melted pitch at 260 F, and at this temperature
essentially no fumes or vapors will form. We recommend casting below 275 F if at all
possible.
Cycad Cleargold Optical Pitch is rosin pitch modified by blending with materials
believed to be non-toxic. As with any industrial chemical product, it should be handled
with good industrial hygiene and safety practices.
Notice
All information, recommendations, and suggestions appearing herein concerning this
product are based upon data obtained from our suppliers and/or recognized technical
sources and are believed to be accurate, However, Cycad Products makes no warranty,
representation or guarantee as to the accuracy, sufficiency, or completeness of the
material set forth herein. It is the user's responsibility to determine the safety, toxicity,
and suitability of his own use, handling, and disposal of the product. Since actual use by
others is beyond our control, no warranty, express or implied is made by Cycad Products
as the effects of such use, the results to be obtained, or the safety and toxicity of the
product, nor does Cycad Products assume any liability arising out of the use by others of
the products referred herein. The data in this Material Safety Data Sheet relate only to the
specific material designated herein and do not relate to use in combination with any other
material or in any process.
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Cycad Blocker
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Revision of February 3, 2000
I. Product Identification
Trade Name:
Cycad Blocker
Cycad Blocking Pitch
Manufactured by:
Cycad Products
763 Dora Celeste Drive
Las Vegas, New Mexico
87701
Emergency Telephone:
(505) 425-9505 Bus Hours Dr. Ronald Clark
(505) 425-9475 Home Dr. Ronald Clark
If Dr. Clark is not available
(505) 425-6378 Mr. Wayne Proell
II. Hazardous Ingredients
Common Name Chemical Name CAS Number Per Cent
None
III. Physical Data
Boiling Point: NA Melting Point: 65-80 C.
Specific Gravity: 1.1-1.2 Vapor Pressure:NA
Vapor Density: NA Solubility: insoluble in water, soluble in hydrocarbons
Percent Volatiles: none Appearance and odor: Brownish gold, odorless, cold
IV. Fire and Explosion Data
Flash Point: est > 400 F
Extinguishing Media: dry chemical, foam, steam, water fog, or carbon dioxide
Special fire fighting procedures:
Optical Pitch is never found in tonnage lots, so fires would only involve relatively small
amounts of material.
Treat as an oil fire.
If possible, do not use water as water causes spreading of the burning pitch. If only water
is available, use gross amounts which will solidify the pitch.
Unusual fire and explosion hazards: none
V. Health Hazard Data
Inhalation of fumes
Acute: Upper respiratory tract (nose and throat) irritation.
Skin Contact
Acute: Contact with hot material will cause thermal burns.
Eye Contact
Acute: Fumes from heated material will cause irritation from rosin.
Exposure Limits
None established. We recommend 10 mg/M3 for dust and 5 mg/M3 for fumes
Carcinogenicity
Not listed
Emergency First Aid Procedures
Inhalation: Remove individual to fresh air. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
Skin: Cool hot material with ice or cold water. Do not remove pitch immediately. Cover
affected area with Furacin soluble dressing. Material will flake off as the burn heals.
Seek medical attention for severe burns. A bucket of cold water should be kept nearby
whenever melted pitch is handled.
Eyes: Flush with running water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention.
VI. Reactivity Data
Stability (conditions to avoid): Stable
Incompatibility: Strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous decomposition products: Combustion yields the usual organic combustion
products.
Hazardous polymerization: will not occur
VII. Spill or Leak Procedures
Action to take for spills:
If molten, let cool to a solid, then shovel into waste receptacle. Avoid inhalation of
fumes.
Waste Disposal Method:
Dispose in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations, Primary disposal is in a
municipal or industrial landfill. Combustion in an approved incinerator would be
acceptable.
VIII. Special Protection Information
Ventilation: Use a hood or other well ventilated area when heating to avoid fume
inhalation
Respiration: Use an approved organic vapor respirator with a particulate prefilter if
fumes exceed 5 mg/M3.
Protective Clothing: Wear insulating covering when working with molten material.
Eye Protection: Wear safety glasses or safety shield when working with molten material.
IX. Special Precautions and Other Information
1. Never add water or other low boiling material to melted pitch.
2. The chief hazard in handling pitch is the danger of burns from splashes or spills.
Protective clothing, including safety glasses, should always be used when hot pitch is
being handled.
3. In use, optical pitch may become contaminated with hazardous materials from the
surfaces being worked. If so, dispose of the pitch as appropriate for the surface materials.
4. Cycad Blocking Pitch is primarily a blend of natural materials long known to be non-
toxic. None of these materials is considered hazardous under normal conditions. Fumes
can be avoided by keeping the temperature of the pitch below 275oF.
Notice
We have been informed of no health effects caused by Cycad blocking pitch other than
thermal burns. All information, recommendations, and suggestions appearing herein
concerning this product are based upon data obtained from our suppliers and/or
recognized technical sources and are believed to be accurate, However, Cycad Products
makes no warranty, representation or guarantee as to the accuracy, sufficiency, or
completeness of the material set forth herein. It is the user's responsibility to determine
the safety, toxicity, and suitability of their own use, handling, and disposal of the product.
Since actual use by others is beyond our control, no warranty, express or implied is made
by Cycad Products as the effects of such use, the results to be obtained, or the safety and
toxicity of the product, nor does Cycad Products assume any liability arising out of the
use by others of the products referred herein. The data in this Material Safety Data Sheet
relate only to the specific material designated herein and do not relate to use in
combination with any other material or in any process.
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Cycad Optical Pitch
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Revision of May 5, 1999
I. Product Identification
Trade Name:
Cycad Optical Pitch
Grades: soft, medium, medium-hard, hard, and extra-hard
Manufactured by:
Cycad Products
763 Dora Celeste Drive
Las Vegas, New Mexico
87701
Emergency Telephone:
(505) 425-9505 Bus Hours Dr. Ronald Clark
(505) 425-9475 Home Dr. Ronald Clark
If Dr. Clark is not available
(505) 425-6378 Mr. Wayne Proell
II. Hazardous Ingredients
Common Name Chemical Name CAS Number Per Cent
Petroleum pitch Asphalt 8052-42-4 20-60%
Components not precisely identified are either proprietary or non-hazardous. All
components appear on the EPA TSCA inventory. Values are not product specifications.
III. Physical Data
Boiling Point: NA Melting Point: 65-800 C.
Specific Gravity: 1.1 Vapor Pressure: NA
Vapor Density: NA Solubility: insoluble in water, soluble in hydrocarbons
Percent Volatiles: none Appearance and odor: Black, odorless when cold
IV. Fire and Explosion Data
Flash Point: Est > 4000 C.
Extinguishing Media: dry chemical, foam, steam, water fog, or carbon dioxide
Special fire fighting procedures:
Optical Pitch is never found in tonnage lots, so fires would only involve relatively small
amounts of material. If fire occurs in can, cover the can with the lid to put out the fire.
Treat as an oil fire.
If possible, do not use water as water causes spreading of the burning pitch. If only water
is available, use gross amounts, which will solidify the pitch.
Unusual fire and explosion hazards: none
V. Health Hazard Data
Inhalation of fumes
Acute: Upper respiratory tract (nose and throat) irritation. May cause nausea or
dizziness.
Skin Contact
Acute: Prolonged contact may cause dermatitis. Contact with hot material will cause
thermal burns.
Eye Contact
Acute: Fumes from heated material will cause irritation.
Exposure Limits
Asphalt fume OSHA PEL none established
ACGIH TLV 5 mg/M3
NIOSH 5 mg/M3
Carcinogenicity
Asphalt NTP listed no
IARC listed yes
OSHA regulated no
Emergency First Aid Procedures
Inhalation: Remove individual to fresh air. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
Skin: Cool hot material with ice or cold water. Do not remove pitch immediately, Cover
with petroleum jelly and remove when softened. Seek medical attention for burns. A
bucket of cold water should be kept nearby whenever melted pitch is handled.
Eyes: Flush with running water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention.
VI. Reactivity Data
Stability (conditions to avoid): Stable
Incompatibility: Strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous decomposition products: Combustion yields the usual hydrocarbon
combustion products.
Hazardous polymerization: will not occur
VII. Spill or Leak Procedures
Action to take for spills:
If molten, let cool to a solid, then shovel into waste receptacle. Avoid inhalation of
fumes.
Waste Disposal Method:
Dispose in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations, Primary disposal is in a
municipal or industrial landfill. Combustion in an approved incinerator would be
acceptable.
VIII. Special Protection Information
Ventilation: Use a hood or other well-ventilated area when heating to avoid fume
inhalation
Respiration: Use an approved organic vapor respirator with a particulate pre-filter if
fumes exceed 5 mg/M3
Protective Clothing: Wear insulating covering when working with molten material.
Eye Protection: Wear safety glasses or safety shield when working with molten material.
IX. Special Precautions and Other Information
1. Never add water or other low boiling material to melted pitch.
2. Optical pitch is usually dispensed as a liquid at 200 - 4000 F. The chief hazard in
handling pitch is the danger of burns from splashes or spills. Protective clothing,
including safety glasses, should always be used when hot pitch is being handled.
3. In use, optical pitch may become contaminated with hazardous materials from the
surfaces being worked. If so, dispose of the pitch as appropriate for the surface materials.
4. Cycad Optical Pitch is petroleum pitch modified by blending with natural resins long
known to be non-toxic. None of these materials is considered hazardous except that, with
regard to the asphalt component, our petroleum pitch supplier has indicated that "There
are no studies to indicate that asphalt causes cancer or respiratory damage to man. This
petroleum-based product contains a small amount of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons
which have been shown to cause cancer and respiratory damage in laboratory animals."
Notice
In the 48 years that Cycad Optical Pitch has been marketed, we have been informed of
no health effects caused by the pitch other than thermal burns. All information,
recommendations, and suggestions appearing herein concerning this product are based
upon data obtained from our suppliers and/or recognized technical sources and are
believed to be accurate. However, Cycad Products makes no warranty, representation or
guarantee as to the accuracy, sufficiency, or completeness of the material set forth herein.
It is the user's responsibility to determine the safety, toxicity, and suitability for his own
use, handling, and disposal of the product. Since actual use by others is beyond our
control, no warranty, express or implied is made by Cycad Products as to the effects of
such use, the results to be obtained, or the safety and toxicity of the product, nor does
Cycad Products assume any liability arising out of the use by others of the products
referred herein. The data in this Material Safety Data Sheet relate only to the specific
material designated herein and do not relate to use in combination with any other material
or in any process.