Scientific Polymer Products, Inc. SAFETY DATA SHEET Health Fire Reactivity Personal Protection
0 0 0 B Nylon 6 [Poly(caprolactam)]‐Catalog# 034 Section 1: Chemical Product and Company Identification Product Name: Nylon 6 [Poly(caprolactam)] Catalog Number: 034 CAS#: 25038‐54‐4 TSCA: Listed Chemical Family: N/A Molecular Formula: (C6H11NO)n CHEM TEL (24HR Emergency Telephone): 1‐800‐255‐3924 Contact Information: Scientific Polymer Products, Inc. 6265 Dean Parkway Ontario, NY 14519 Sales: Fax: Website: 585‐265‐0413 585‐265‐1390 www.scipoly.com Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients Ingredient Nylon 6 [Poly(caprolactam)]
CAS Number
25038‐54‐4
Concentration (%)
100
Section 3: Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview: There are no known acute or chronic health hazards associated with exposure to this material. Section 4: First Aid Measures
Ingestion: No specific intervention is indicated as compound is not likely to be hazardous by ingestion. Skin: Wash affected area with soap and water. Inhalation: Leave the exposure area and obtain fresh air. Eyes: Flush eyes thoroughly with clean, low pressure water. NOTE: Molten resin can cause severe thermal burns which may require expert emergency attention. In all cases, a physician should be contacted if irritation persists. Section 5: Fire and Explosion Data
Flash Point: N/A Auto‐ignition Temperature: N/A Extinguishing Media: Water is the best extinguishing medium. Fire‐Fighting Instructions: Wear self‐contained breathing apparatus. Unusual Fire/Explosion Hazards: This material will support combustion when exposed to an external fire source. Precautions similar to those with wood and other combustible materials are recommended. These pellets do not present a dust explosion hazard. Operations such as regrinding or machining should be periodically checked for proper maintenance of dust control devices. Hazardous Gases/Vapors Produced in a Fire: The primary toxic product of combustion from this material is carbon monoxide. Carbon dioxide and oxides of nitrogen are also produced. Incomplete combustion (a smoldering fire, for example) may release caprolactam and volatile oligomers. Small amounts of hydrogen cyanide have also been reported. Nylon 6 [Poly(caprolactam)]‐Catalog Number – 034 P a g e | 1 Section 6: Accidental Release Measures
Resin pellets spilled on floors are a slipping hazard. Sweep, shovel or vacuum spilled resin into container for reuse or disposal. Section 7: Handling and Storage
Handling: Storage: Minimize the generation and accumulation of dust. Store in a cool, dry place. Keep containers tightly closed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination. Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Measures: Respiratory Protection: Eye Protection: Skin Protection: Local exhaust ventilation is recommended Self‐contained breathing equipment, if needed for fire‐fighting. Safety glasses with side shields. Insulated gloves to prevent contact with hot polymer. Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance: Viscosity Average Mw: Melting Point: Refractive Index: Relative Viscosity: Pellets 10,000 220°C 25
nD 1.5300 30 Odor:
Specific Gravity:
Flow Temperature:
Tg:
Solubility in Water:
Odorless 1.14 (23°C)
210°C 62.5°C Negligible Section 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability: Stable at normal temperatures and storage conditions Hazardous Polymerization:
Will not occur Conditions to Avoid: Temperatures above 340°C (644°F) Materials to Avoid: Incompatible or can react with strong acids, oxidizing agents Hazardous Decomposition Products: Hazardous gases or vapors can be released, including ammonia, carbon monoxide, cyclopentanone, hydrogen cyanide, nitrogen oxides. Section 11: Toxicological Information
No information available Section 12: Ecological Information
No information available Section 13: Disposal Considerations
Do not dump into any sewers, on the ground, or into any body of water. All disposal practices must be in compliance with all Federal, State/Provincial and Local laws and regulations. Regulations may vary in different locations. Waste characterizations and compliance with applicable laws are the responsibility SOLELY of the waste generator. Scientific Polymer Products, Inc. has no control over the management practices or manufacturing processes of parties handling or using this material. The information presented here pertains ONLY to the product as shipped in its intended condition described in Section 2. Nylon 6 [Poly(caprolactam)]‐Catalog Number – 034 P a g e | 2 Section 14: Transport Information
US DOT: Proper Shipping Name: Packing Group: Not hazardous
Hazard Class:
UN#:
Proper Shipping Name: Packing Group: Not hazardous
Hazard Class:
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IATA: Section 15: Regulatory Information
U.S. Federal Regulations: TSCA Inventory Status: In compliance with TSCA inventory requirements for commercial purposes. Section 16: Other Information
This material is intended for laboratory use ONLY. It is not sold or intended for drug, household or other uses. The information represents the most accurate and complete data available to us. However, we make NO warranty, express or implied, with respect to such information, and we assure no liability resulting from its use. Created: 06/96 Last Update: 09/14 Nylon 6 [Poly(caprolactam)]‐Catalog Number – 034 P a g e | 3