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Material Safety Data Sheet

SPI #02829-AB, 02829-AF SPI-Chem™ NSA Epoxy Hardener


Component of 02662-AB SPI-Chem™ Quetol™ 651 NSA Resin Kit




Section 1: Identification

Date Effective........... May 29, 2007
                          (most recent revision)

Chemical Name/Synonyms...  Nonenyl Succinic Anhydride                            

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Product or Trade Name....  SPI #SPI-Chem™ NSA Epoxy Hardener
Synonyms.................  Nonenyl Succinic Anhydride

Hazardous Material
Information System
USA
Health 2 National Fire
Protection Association
USA
Fire Hazard 1
Reactivity 0
Personal Protection  
NFPA Rating: (estimated) Health: 2 ; Flammability: 1 ; Reactivity: 0 HMIS Rating: Health: 2 ; Flammability: 1 ; Reactivity: 0

Section 2: Composition

Component Name              CAS #          Percent       EINECS/ELINCS
Nonenyl Succinic Anhydride  28928-97-4     >95%          249-317-8

Section 3: Hazard Identification

Emergency overview:
Irritant

Appearance: Yellow liquid

Flash Point: 296°F (147°C)   
 
Potential Health Effects

Eye: Causes eye irritation.

Skin: Prolonged or repeated contact may cause itching, redness and rash.
May cause skin sensitization.

Ingestion: May cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting, and
diarrhea.

Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation.


Section 4: First Aid Measures

Eyes: Immediately flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15
minutes, holding the eyelids open. If irritation or other symptoms develops,
seek medical attention.

Skin: Wash with copious amounts of soap and water.  If irritation occurs,
seek medical attention.

Ingestion: Seek immediate medical attention.  Never give anything by mouth
to an unconscious person. 

Inhalation: Remove to fresh air.  If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
If breathing stops, give artificial respiration.  Seek medical attention. 

Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically and supportively.


Section 5: Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point: 296° F (147° C)  (Closed Cup)
Autoignition Temperature: n/a
Explosion Limits:
	Lower: n/a
	Upper: n/a

General Information:
Remove non-emergency personnel from the area.
Toxic gases, vapors, and fumes may be generated.

Protective Equipment/Clothing:  Wear a NIOSH approved positive pressure
self-contained breathing apparatus and firefighter turnout gear.  

Extinguishing Media:
Carbon dioxide, dry chemical, alcohol foam, water spray


Section 6: Accidental Release Measures

General Information:
Wear respirator, chemical safety goggles, rubber boots, and chemical resistant
gloves.

Spills/Leaks:
Absorb spill with inert material such as dry sand, earth, or vermiculite and
place in closed containers for disposal.  Ventilate area.  Wash spill site after
material pickup is complete.


Section 7: Handling and Storage

Handling:
Use adequate ventilation. Do not breathe vapor. Avoid contact with skin, eyes
and clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated contact. Wash thoroughly after handling.

Storage:
Keep container tightly closed.

Section 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection

Engineering Controls:
Mechanical exhaust requires.  Eye wash station and safety shower must be
available to work area.

Exposure Limits:

Chemical Name                   ACGIH   NIOSH   OSHA - Final PELs
Nonenyl succinic anhydride      n/a     n/a     n/a

OSHA Vacated PELs: n/a

Personal Protective Equipment

Eyes: Chemical safety goggles

Skin: Chemical-resistant gloves

Clothing: Suitable to prevent skin contact

Respirators: Use a NIOSH/MSHA approved air purifying respirator as needed
to control exposure. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or EN approved air purifying respirator as
needed. For uncontrolled releases, use a full-face supplied air respirator.


Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties

Physical State: Liquid
Appearance: Clear yellow
Odor: slight
pH: n/a
Vapor Pressure: <1
Vapor Density: 7.7 (relative to air) 
Evaporation Rate: 0.05
Viscosity: n/a
Boiling Point: 617°F (325°C)
Freezing/Melting Point: n/a
Autoignition Temperature: n/a
Flash Point: 296°F (147°C)
Decomposition Temperature: n/a
Explosion Limits:
        Lower: n/a
        Upper: n/a
Solubility in water: insoluble
Specific Gravity/Density: 1.03 @25°
Molecular Formula: C13H20O3
Molecular Weight: 224

Section 10: Stability and Reactivity

Chemical Stability: Stable

Conditions to Avoid: Moist air or water

Incompatibility with Other Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, Strong
bases

Hazardous Decomposition of Products: Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide,
Dense smoke

Hazardous Polymerization:  Will not occur

Section 11: Toxicological Information

The chemical, physical and toxicological properties of this material have not
been thoroughly investigated.  However, data on similar alkenyl succinic
anhydrides give the following values:
        LD50        Oral, rat           2550 mg/kg
        LD50        Dermal, rabbit      6200 mg/kg
        Skin irritation, rabbit:        3.29/8.0
        Eye irritation, rabbit:         eye irritant based on conjunctivae effects
        Skin sensitization in guinea pigs in the maximization test, the Buehler
                    test, and the adjuvant and patch test.

Section 12: Ecological Information

Exotoxicity: No data available

Environmental Fate: No data available, although slow oxidation is anticipated.



Section 13: Disposal Considerations

RCRA P-Series: n/a
RCRA U-Series: n/a 

Use a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material.
Dispose of in accordance with all federal, state and local regulations.



Section 14: Transport Information

US DOT Hazard Class:
Not regulated. Non-hazardous from the standpoint of shipping.

IATA (for international shipments):
Not regulated. Non-hazardous from the standpoint of shipping.

Section 15: Regulatory Information

United States:

TSCA
This chemical is listed on the TSCA Inventory

CERCLA Section 103:
This chemical is not listed under CERCLA.

SARA:

Section 302 (RQ)
This material does not have an RQ.

Section 302 (TPQ)
This material does not have a TPQ.

SARA Codes

Section 311/312:
This material is considered an Acute Health Hazard.

OSHA:
This chemical is not considered to be highly hazardous by OSHA.

California Prop. 65:
This chemical is not listed under California Prop. 65.

European/International Regulations:
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives

Hazard Symbols: Xi  Irritant
Risk Phrases:        
	R 36/37/38: Irritating to the eyes, respiratory system and skin. 
	R 43: May cause sensitization by skin contact.     
Safety Phrases:
	S 24/25: Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
	S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water
             and seek medical advice.
	S 36 Wear suitable protective clothing.
	S 37: Wear suitable gloves.


Canada
WHMIS:
This chemical has a WHMIS classification of D2B.

DSL/NDSL:
This chemical is not listed on the DSL List.
This chemical is listed on the NDSL List.


NOTE: n/a = not available

Section 16: Other Information

If this product should be used in ways that are outside of the intended applications in scanning electron microscope laboratories, and if it is going to be formulated into some other system, so that it becomes just another component of that other system, read the MSDS sheets for the other components before blending as the resulting mixture may have the hazards of all of its parts.

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.


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