SPI Supplies
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

WWW: http://www.2spi.com
Manufacturer's CAGE: 1P573

Material Safety Data Sheet

SPI # 05125-AB Apiezon® Sealing Compound Q

Section 1: Identification




Date Effective......... October 24, 2005
                     (most recent revision)


Chemical Name/Synonyms...
         High molecular weight polymer
                            

Chemical family..........
         Petroleum hydrocarbons
 

Emergencies                
Contacting CHEMTREC:

24 Hour Emergency Use Only #'s... Worldwide phone: 1-(703)-527-3887 
                                  Worldwide FAX:   1-(703)-741-6090  
                                  Toll-free phone: 1-(800)-424-9300 USA only


Product or Trade Name... SPI # 05125-AB Apiezon® Sealing Compound Q

                           
CAS #................... 68953-58-2; 8012-95-1

Chemical Formula........ Hydrocarbon mastic



Section 2 Composition


Composition:  Hydrocarbon mastic

Hazardous ingredients:  None

NFPA Rating:  Not known



Section 3: Hazard Identification


Emergency overview:

This material is not classified hazardous by OSHA Hazard Communication 
Definition

Signal Word         CAUTION!

Physical Health Hazards:

Spilled product constitutes a slip hazard.

Physical state:   Semi-solid

Boiling Point @ 760 mm Hg:  Not known

Formula Weight:   Not applicable

Coeff. of Water/Oil Dist.:  Not determined 

Color:            Yellow

Odor:             None

Odor threshold:   No data available


Potential Health Effects:

Routes of exposure:

Eye contact, ingestion, skin contact but all are highly unlikely.



Section 4: First Aid Measures


Take proper precautions to ensure your own health and safety before
attempting to rescue and providing first aid.  For specific information
refer to the Emergency Overview in Section of this MSDS.

Inhalation:     None envisaged.

Eye Contact:    Wash eyes with clean low-pressure water.  If 
                irritation persists, seek medical advice.

Skin Contact:   None envisages

Ingestion:      Do not induce vomiting, seek medical attention
                at once.



Section 5: Fire Fighting Measures


Flammability classification:

         Not classified.  Grease will not ignite or burn readily.

Flash Point/Method:   Not applicable

Auto-Ignition Temperature:   >260°C (500°F)

Flammable Limits:  
           Lower:   Not applicable
           Upper:   Not applicable

Hazardous Combustion Products:
         None known

Special Conditions to Avoid:
         Materials to avoid:   Strong oxidizing agents
         Conditions to avoid:  Temperatures > 120°C (248°F)
       

Extinguishing Media:
         Small fires:  Use dry chemicals, CO2, foam, water fog. Do not use
                       water jets.

        
Fire Fighting Instructions:

          
Special exposure hazards:      None known

Special protective equipment:  None needed



Section 6: Accidental Release Measures


Release response:

     Personal precautions:       Spilled product constitutes a slip hazard.

     Environmental precautions:  None

     Decontamination procedures: Place in containers.  
          
     See paragraph 13 regarding disposal.



Section 7: Handling and Storage

Handling:     No special precautions required.

Storage:      Keep cap tightly screwed on to protect integrity of
              the product.  No other precautions need be taken.






Section 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection


Engineering Controls:  None required.

Personal Protection:

Inhalation:  Wash hands after use, using soap and water to remove
             all residues of the grease.  Avoid long exposure, so washing
             should be done fairly immediately after using.

Skin:  Special protection not required.

Eye:  Always use safety glasses, when conducting any
      laboratory activities, including the use of vacuum grease
      lubricants.



Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties

Physical State:           Semi-solid
Odor:                     None
Flash Point:              > 260°C (500°F)
Boiling Point/Range:      Not applicable
Explosive Limits:         Not determined
Water Solubility:         Not soluble
Color:                    Brown
Melting Point:            Does not melt
Autoignition Point:       > 320°C (608°F)

pH:                       Not applicable
Vapor Pressure:           Not applicable
Viscosity:                Not applicable

Relative density @ 20°C (68°F): 0.912

Octanol/Water Partition Coefficient in Kow:  Specific value not known

Evaporation Rate:  Not known but it is very low



Section 10: Stability and Reactivity


Chemical Stability:     The product is stable and will not polymerize.

Conditions to Avoid:    Temperatures >120°C (248°F)

Incompatibility with:   Strong oxidizing agents.


Hazardous Products of Deposition:  Not expected to decompose under
                                   normal conditions, but if it does occur,
                                   there can be trace amounts of polycyclic
                                   hydrocarbons.

Reactions with Air and Water:      Does not react with air, water or
                                   other common materials.



Section 11: Toxicological Information

Based on the product's components:

Oral LD50 (rat):   >2 g/kg.      Dermal LD50 (Rabbit) > 2g/kg. 


Acute Health Effects:
Eyes:        May cause transient irritation.
Inhalation:  Low volatility makes inhalation unlikely.
Ingestion:   May cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.

Chronic Health Effects:
Skin:        Repeated and prolong skin contact may cause skin disorders.

Chronic Effects/Carcinogenicity:    None expected

Reproductive/Development Effects:   No reproductive or developmental effects
                                    are expected.




Section 12: Ecological Information

Environmental:  When used and/or disposed of as indicated, no adverse
                environmental effects are foreseen.

Mobility:       Non-volatile/Insoluble in water.

Degradability:  Slowly biodegradable in aerobic conditions.




Section 13: Disposal Considerations

Product and packaging must be disposed of in accordance with local and

national regulations.  Maybe incinerated.  Unused product may be returned
for reclamation provided it has been purchased from SPI Supplies.  Contact
SPI Supplies sending information about lot number and approximate time of
purchase.

This material is NOT classified as a hazardous material by RCRA.  Use only
licensed transporters and permitted disposal facilities and conform to all
laws.




Section 14: Transport Information

Not classified as hazardous for transport by air, sea, or road.

Proper Shipping Name: Not specified.

DOT Hazard Class:     Non-Regulated

UN/NA ID:             Not Regulated

Packing Group:        Not Applicable

Labels:               Not Regulated

Marine Pollutant:     No

NAER Guidebook:       Not Regulated

DOT Status:           Not Regulated



Section 15: Regulatory Information


TSCA:  All components of this product are listed on the TSCA 8(b) inventory.
If identified components of this product are listed under the TSCA 12(b)
Export Notification Rule, they will be listed below.

    TSCA 12(b) Component      Listed under TSCA Section



SARA-Section 313 Emissions Reporting:

    Component                  Reporting Threshold


SARA-Section 311/312:  No components present in this product are subject
to the reporting requirements of this statute.


CERCLA Hazardous Substances and their Reportable Quantities: 

    Component                  Reportable Quantity


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 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.

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