QUICKCABLE
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
Description: Allen P-301 Rosin Paste Flux
Part Number: 5572
SECTION I
Date: 09/13/07
Quick Cable Corporation
3700 Quick Drive
Franksville, WI 53126
Emergency Telephone 1-800-535-5053 (Infotrac)
Quick Cable Product ID:
Telephone: 1-800-558-8667
SECTION II
HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS/IDENTITY INFORMATION
Hazardous
Components
Specific
Chemical
Identity
Rosin
CAS #
65997-05-9
ACGIH
OSHA
TLV
PEL
NE
NE
Range Percent
by weight
Average
SECTION III
PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Appearance and Odor: Amber paste, ethereal odor
Solubility in water: <1.0
Freezing Point:
Boiling Point: 400F
Evaporation Rate: <1 (Butyl Acetate=1)
Specific Gravity: 1.1
Vapor Density: NE
Vapor Pressure: NE
Physical State:
SECTION IV
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash Point: >126C (260F) TOC
Extinguishing Media: Alcohol foam, dry chemical,
carbon dioxide
Unusual fire and Explosion Conditions: Combustible
liquid, water may spread flames. May release
hydrochloric acid, ammonia, oxides of sulfur and
nitrogen, aldehydes, carbon monoxide, carbon
dioxide. Pyrolysis of Rosin yields Formaldehyde,
OSHA & ACGIH TW = 0.1mg/M3
Special fire fighting procedures: Use self contained
breathing apparatus
LEL: NE
UEL: NE
SECTION V
REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Product is stable
Conditions to avoid: None
Hazardous Decomposition Products: hydrochloric acid, ammonia, oxides of sulfur and nitrogen, aldehydes,
carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide
Chemical Incompatibilities: Oxidizing agents, acids
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
SECTION VI
HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Primary Route(s) of Entry: Inhalation, ingestion
Signs and symptoms of exposure: Inhalation-nose and throat irritation, headache, dizziness, difficulty
breathing, coughing. Ingestion-nausea, vomiting, burning. Skin-redness, burning, rash, dryness. Eyesredness, burning, tearing, blurred vision
Chronic Overexposure: Contact with material or fumes may cause skin, eye and respiratory tract irritation.
Ingestion may cause digestive tract irritation. Toxicity via inhalation and ingestion is considered low. Chronic
and excessive exposure may result in liver, kidney and blood effects. Repeated skin exposure may result in
absorption of harmful amounts. Studies show that potential health risks vary by individual. Always minimize
exposure as a precaution.
Medical Conditions Generally aggravated by exposure: Skin, liver, kidney, respiratory tract conditions.
Emergency and First Aid Procedures: Eyes-Flush with water for 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if
required. Skin- Flush with water for 15 minutes. Wash thoroughly. Seek medical attention if required.
Inhalation-Remove to fresh air. Support respiration if required. Seek medical attention if required. Ingestiondrink large amounts of water; induce vomiting if practical. Seek medical attention. Never give anything by mouth
to an unconscious person.
SECTION VII
PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE
Steps Taken in case material is released or spilled: Flush into a chemical sewer or soak up with a suitable
absorbant.
Waste Disposal Method: Comply with federal, state, or local regulations for disposal.
SECTION VIII
CONTROL MEASURES
Respiratory Protection (Specific Type): Organic vapor-type respirator for fumes
Ventilation: Local exhaust preferred
Protective Clothing: Plastic or rubber gloves during soldering; other protective clothing as required to avoid
contact
Eye and Face Protection: Goggles or face shield during soldering
Work Hygienic Practices: Wash after use. Follow good industrial hygienic practices.
SECTION IX
OTHER REGULATORY INFORMATION
Health (Blue)
Flammability (Red)
NFPA
1
1
HMIS
Reactivity (Yellow)
0
PPE:
SARA Title III: Section 311/312:
Section 313:
Extremely Hazardous substance:
California Proposition 65: This product contains components known to the state of California to cause cancer or reproductive harm.
This information is accurate to the best of Quick Cable Corporation’s knowledge or obtained from sources believed by Quick Cable to be
accurate. Before using any product, read all warnings and directions on the label.