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SPI Supplies Division
Structure Probe, Inc.

P.O. Box 656 West Chester, PA 19381-0656 USA
Phone: 1-(610)-436-5400 Fax: 1-(610)-436-5755
E-mail: spi3spi@2spi.com

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Manufacturer's CAGE: 1P573

Material Safety Data Sheet

SPI #02827-AF DDSA Hardener

Section 01 Identification

Date Effective........... March 30, 2006
                          (most recent revision)

Synonyms................. None known

Product Use.............. Hardener for epoxy resin formulations

Chemical family.......... Alkenyl succinic anhydride

Chemical name ........... Dodecenylsuccinic anhydride
  
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Product or Trade Name.... SPI-Chem™  DDSA Hardener

CAS #.................... 26544-38-7

Chemical formula......... C16H26O2

Product Use.............. Chemical intermediate generally, epoxy hardener 
                          specifically in the microscopy application.
                          
Hazardous Material
Information System
USA
Health 1 National Fire
Protection Association
USA
Fire Hazard 1
Reactivity 0
Personal Protection
HMIS Rating: Health: 1 Flammability: 1 Reactivity: 0 Personal

Section 2 Composition/Information on Ingredients


Substance Description                    %       CAS# 

Succinic anhydride, (Tetrapropenyl)-; 
(Dodecenylsuccinic anhydride)          98-99   26544-38-7

Maleic Anhydride                        0.1      108-31-6


(See Section 8 for exposure guidelines)
(See Section 15 for regulatory information)



Section 3: Hazard Identification


Emergency Overview:

The health hazards of this product should be low under normal 
industrial and commercial uses.


Protection Index:  B


Potential Health Effects:

Eye:
    Discomfort and blurring of vision may occur. May cause eye irritation.

Skin:

    Prolonged or repeated contact may irritate the skin and cause a skin rash  
    (dermatitis).  This compound is a skin irritant and due precautions should 
    be taken to avoid prolonged or repeated contact.

Inhalation:
    Prolonged or excessive inhalation may cause coughing or sneezing. May cause 
    irritation of the upper respiratory passages.

Ingestion:
    May be harmful is swallowed.


Carcinogenicity:
    IARC:   No
    NTP:    No
    OSHA:   No
    AGCIH:  No



Section 4: First Aid Measures


Inhalation First Aid
    If inhaled, remove victim to fresh air. If not breathing, give 
    artificial respiratory. If breathing becomes difficult, give oxygen 
    and get medical attention. This product is not known to cause 
    respiratory problems.

Skin Contact - First Aid
    Immediately remove contaminated clothing and shoes.  Flush skin with
    plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes.  Do not attempt
    to neutralize with chemical agents.  Get medical attention immediately.
    Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.  Thoroughly clean or destroy
    contaminated shoes.

Eye Contact - First Aid
    Immediately flush eyes with large quantities of running water for 
    a minimum of 15 minutes. If the victim is wearing contact lenses, 
    remove them. Hold the eyelids apart during the   flushing to ensure rinsing 
    of the entire surface of the eye and lids with water.  DO NOT let the victim 
    rub eyes(s).  Do not attempt to neutralize with chemical agents.  Oils or 
    ointments should not be used at this time. Contact a physician at once.

Ingestion - First Aid

    Get medical attention by calling a physician or a poison control 
    center immediately. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious 
    person. If swallowed, immediately give two glasses of water. 
    Contact a physician.

Medical Conditions Aggravated
    Persons with pre-existing skin disease may be at an increased risk 
    if exposed dermally to this material.



Section 5: Fire Fighting Measures


Flash Point
     174°C (345.2°F)     CCC flashpoint method



Auto Ignition Temperature:
     No data available


Upper Explosion Limit:
     No data available


Lower Explosion Limit:
     No data available


Extinguishing Media
     Water, carbon dioxide, foam or dry powder.


Fire Fighting Instructions:

     As in any fire, prevent human exposure to fire, smoke, 
     fumes or products of combustion.  Evacuate non-essential 
     personnel from the fire area. Fire fighters should wear 
     full-face, self-contained breathing apparatus and impervious 
     protective clothing. 

     Avoid breathing smoke, fumes, and decomposition products.



Section 6: Accidental Release Measures


Safeguards (Personnel):
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment. Evacuate non-emergency 
personnel to a safe area.


Spill Procedure:
Isolate Hazard Area.  Contain spilled material.  Large spillage should be 
dammed-off and pumped into containers.  Clean up area to absorbent material. 
All waste materials should be packaged, labeled ,and transported in accordance 
with all national, state/provincial, and local requirements.

Initial Containment:

Contain spilled material.  Absorb spills with inert material. Take up and place 
in secure closed containers.


Section 7: Handling and Storage


Handling (Personnel):
     Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.  Do not get in eyes, on skin, 
     or clothing.

Handling (Physical aspects):
     Keep container closed to avoid contamination.

Storage:

     Avoid extreme temperatures.  Sore in well ventilated place.

Special sensitivity:
    Use chemical resistant gloves.  This compound is a skin irritant and due
    precautions should be taken to avoid prolonged or repeated contact.     

General comments:
    Containers should not be opened until ready for use.



Section 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection


Engineering Controls:
      Facilities storing or using this material should be equipped with an 
      eye wash and safety shower.  Use only with adequate ventilation.

Eye/Face Protection Requirements
      Chemical goggles are recommended to avoid contact with eyes.  
      Wear safety glasses.

Skin Protection Requirements:
      Selection of specific items such as gloves, boots, apron, or full-body 
      suit will depend on the operation.  Wear protective gloves to minimize 
      skin contact and contamination.

Respiratory Protection Requirements:
      Where there is the potential for airborne exposure in excess of applicable 
      limits, wear NIOSH/MSHA approved respiratory protection.


Exposure Guidelines:
      Maleic Anhydride
           OSHA PEL: 0.25 ppm, 1 mg/m3 
           OSHA TWA: 0.25 ppm, 1 mg/m3  



Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties


Physical form:                Viscous liquid

Color:                        Clear, light yellow liquid
Boiling point:                150°C (302°F)
Solubility in water:          Insoluble
Solubility in other solvents: Not determined
Specific Gravity:             1.003-1.008 (Water = 1)

Vapor pressure (mm Hg):       No data available
Vapor density (air=1):        No data available
Evaporation rate:             No data available
Volatile %:                   No data available
Odor threshold (ppm):         No data available
Coefficient of oil/water:     No data available

Pour point:                   No data available
Flash point:                  174°C (345.2°F)
Flash method:                 Cleveland Closed Cup (CCC)
Auto ignition temperature:    No data available



Section 10: Stability and Reactivity


Stability:
     This product is stable at ambient conditions.

Polymerization:
     Hazardous polymerization will not occur.

Incompatibility with other materials:
     Incompatible with alkaline and alkaline earth metals.  Reacts with water.

Decomposition:

     Decomposition may produce fumes, smoke, oxides of carbon and hydrocarbons.



Section 11: Toxicological Information


Toxicological - Inhalation
     Inhalation toxicity data are not available for this product.  
     However, inhalation may be expected to cause irritation to 
     the upper respiratory system.

Inhalation Chronic Exposure
     There is no specific information available for this product.  
     However, over-exposure may cause irritation of the nose, 
     throat and upper respiratory tract.


Toxicological - Dermal
     Dermal toxicity data is not available for this product. 

     However, skin contact, especially if prolonged or repeated, 
     may cause moderate to severe irritation.

Skin Contact - Chronic
     Skin contact may cause severe irritation.  Prolonged or 
     repeated contact may cause defatting of the skin with drying 
     and cracking.

Toxicological - Eye
     The acute eye effects of this product have not been determined. 
     However, eye contact is expected to cause severe irritation or 
     possibly burns.

Reproductive Effects:
     The reproductive toxicity of this product is not known.

Neurotoxicity

     The neurotoxic effects of this product are not known.



Section 12: Ecological Information


Ecotoxicological Information:
    The ecological toxicity of this product is not known.  
    However, the insolubility of this material in water would cause us 
    to believe that the effects would be minimal, if any.

Distribution:
    Other ecological information on this product is not known.


Chemical Fate:
    Chemical fate information on this product is not known.
     


Section 13: Disposal Considerations


Material that can not be used or chemically reprocessed should be 
disposed of  in accordance with all applicable regulations.

All waste materials should be packaged, labeled, and transported in 
accordance with all national, state/provincial, and local requirements.

Product containers and/or bottles should be thorough emptied  before disposal.

NOTE: 
     State and local regulations as well as those in other countries might 
     be more stringent than USA federal regulations.

Container Disposal:

     Containers and bottles should be drained of all residual 
     product before disposal. Empty containers should be disposed 
     of in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.



Section 14: Transport Information


Product label: DDSA

US DOT (Department of Transportation): DDSA

US DOT Hazard Class: Not regulated

Required Labels:
     Not regulated for shipping; no transport labels required.

Environmental Hazardous Substance
     This product does not contain an environmentally hazardous 
     substance per 49 CFR 172.101, Appendix A.
 



Section 15: Regulatory Information


Chemical Inventory Information:
This material or all of its components are listed on the Inventory of
Existing Chemical Substances under the Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA).

Canadian Disclosure List:
     Maleic Anhydride    (108-31-6)

NJ Right to Know List:
     Maleic Anhydride    (108-31-6)



California Prop. 65:
Proposition 65 requires manufacturers or distributors of consumer products 
into the State of California to provide a warning statement if the product 
contains ingredients for which the State has found to cause cancer, birth 
defects or other  reproductive harm. If this product contains an ingredient
listed by the State of California to cause cancer or reproductive  toxicity,
it will be listed below:

No such components exist in this product.


Section 16: Other Information

 
Disclaimer of Liability:

Caution! Do not use SPI Supplies products or materials in applications 
involving implantation within the body; direct or indirect contact with 
the blood pathway; contact with bone, tissue, tissue fluid, or blood; or 
prolonged contact with mucous membranes. Products offered by SPI Supplies 
are not designed or manufactured for use in implantation in the human body 
or in contact with internal body fluids or tissues.  SPI Supplies will not 
provide to customers making devices for such applications any notice,
 certification, or information necessary for such medical device use 
required by US FDA (Food and Drug Administration) regulation or any 
other statute. SPI Supplies and Structure Probe, Inc. make no 
representation, promise, express warranty or implied warranty concerning 
the suitability of these materials for use in implantation in the human 
body or in contact with internal body tissues of fluids.

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The information and recommendations set forth above are taken from sources
believed to be accurate as of the date hereof, however SPI Supplies and 
Structure Probe, Inc. make no warranty with respect to the accuracy of the 
information or the suitability of the recommendations, and assume no
liability to any user thereof. The information contained in this sheet does 
not constitute a hazard assessment and should not be used in place of the user's
own assessment of work place risks as required by other health and safety 
legislation. Be aware of the Structure Probe, Inc. Copyright Policy.
Structure Probe, Inc. grants a nonexclusive license to make unlimited copies of 
this safety sheet for internal use only. Quite obviously, this information would 
pertain only to this material when purchased from SPI Supplies as product from 
other sources, with other ingredients and impurity levels could have substantially
different properties. Make sure that the material on hand agrees with the picture 
of the product on this page.  Should you have any questions about this, contact
SPI Supplies.



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