Wavin Plastics Ltd
Parsonage Way, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 5PN
Tel: (01249) 766600 Fax: (01249) 443286
HEALTH AND SAFETY AT WORK ACT 1974
HEALTH AND SAFETY DATA SHEET
Manufactured for Wavin Plastics Limited by:
Evode Ltd
Common Road
Stafford
ST16 3EH
Tel:
01785 257755
Fax :
01785 252337
Emergency : 01785 255141
1. PRODUCT REFERENCE :
SOLVENT CEMENT FILLER (OSMA)
Osma Product Reference:
4S/D394 Solvent Cement Filler 200g tube
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Methylene chloride 70 - 80% Symbol Xn
R40 Possible risk of irreversible effect.
Tetrahydrofuran 5 - 10% Symbol F Xi
R11 Highly flammable
R19 May form explosive peroxides
R36/37 Irritating to eyes and respiratory system.
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Harmful vapour
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation : Provide patient with fresh air and seek medical advice immediately.
Eye contact : Irrigate thoroughly with water and seek medical advice.
Skin contact : Remove contaminated clothing and wash with plenty of water. If irritation persists
obtain medical attention. Wash contaminated clothing before re-use.
Ingestion : DO NOT induce vomiting. Seek immediate medical attention.
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5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flash Point :
None
Autoignition temperature :
640C
Explosive limits in air :
Lower 13%
(% by volume)
Upper 25%
Fires : Use water fog or alcohol resistant foam.
Self-contained breathing apparatus should be worn.
Spray drums with water to cool to prevent bursting.
Toxic gases (hydrogen chloride with small amounts of chlorine and phosgene) will be
evolved in a fire.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Ventilate the area. If necessary wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
NOTE Vapour is heavier than air and will collect in low areas.
Absorb on sand or earth and store in a closed metal drum.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Avoid breathing the vapour. The vapour is heavier than air and may collect in low area. Do not
enter without breathing apparatus.
The vapour is decomposed by flames and hot surfaces to form toxic gases such as phosgene.
Store in original containers. Do not store in aluminium, magnesium, zinc or their alloys, or with
rubbers or plastics.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Maximum Exposure Limit
Methylene chloride
100ppm (350mg/m3) (8 hour TWA)
300ppm (1050mg/m3) (15 min TWA)
Occupational Exposure Standard
Teterahydrofuran
100ppm (295mg/m3) (8 hour TWA)
200ppm (590mg/m3) (15 min TWA)
(Ref: EH40/97).
Maintain adequate ventilation. In the event of high concentrations of vapour wear self-contained
breathing apparatus. Avoid skin contact. Wear protective clothing and rubber gloves. Chemical
goggles should be worn.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES *
Appearance :
Viscous liquid with sweet odour.
Density :
Approx 1.3 g/ml.
Initial Boiling point:
39C
Vapour pressure :
(methylene chloride) 340 mm Hg
Vapour density (Air=1):
(methylene chloride) 2.93
Solubility in water:
(methylene chloride) 2%
Solids content:
Approx 14%
*
These figures are typical and do not constitute a specification
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10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Incompatible with aluminium, magnesium, zinc, strong alkalies, oxidising agents, concentrated
nitric acid and amines.
Thermal degradation produces hydrogen chloride and small amounts of chlorine and phosgene.
Slow hydrolysis with moisture forms hydrochloric acid.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Contact with eyes gives irritation and pain with possible corneal damage.
Skin contact has a defatting action leading to dermatitis.
Inhalation for prolonged periods produces signs of narcosis and may be fatal. Headaches etc may be
caused with concentrations of 500ppm.
Methylene chloride is a Category 3 Carcinogen.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Contamination of wild life both terrestrial and marine should be avoided.
13. WASTE DISPOSAL
Waste Cleaner comes within the scope of The Special Waste Regulations 1996. Disposal must be in
accordance with regulations by an authorised company.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Toxic liquid
UN No. 2810
Packing Group III
IMDG Code Class 6.1
ADR Class 6.1 15(c)
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Contains dichloromethane
Xn Harmful R40 Possible risk of irreversible effect.
S23 Do not breathe vapour.
S24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
S36/37 Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.
S7/9 Keep container tightly closed, in a cool, well ventilated place.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
This product should be used as directed by Evode Ltd. For further information consult the
application data sheet or contact Technical Service Department.
This Safety Data Sheet was compiled using the current safety information supplied by the
distributors of the component materials.
This Safety Data Sheet, in the CHIP format, supersedes all previous issues, and users are cautioned
to ensure it is current. Destroy all previous data sheets, and if in any doubt, contact Evode Limited,
quoting the number below.
Code : 01237/51
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Date of Issue : September 1997