AC8020 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

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I - MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION AND INFORMATION
II - PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS
III - FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
IV - REACTIVITY HAZARD DATA
V - HEALTH HAZARD DATA
VI - CONTROL AND PROTECTIVE MEASURES
VII - PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE/LEAKS
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SECTION I - MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION AND INFORMATION

Components - Chemical Name & Common Names
(Hazardous Components 1% or greater: Carcinogens 0.1% or greater)

CHEMICAL NAME (COMMON NAME) CAS # % OSHA PEL (PPM) ACGIH TLV (PPM) OTHER LIMITS RECOMMENDED

Ammonia < 1 N/A 25

Aqueous polyurethane dispersion 10

Non-hazardous ingredients 89

US DOT CLASS: Non-regulated

SECTION II - PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS

1) BOILING POINT N/A

2) SPECIFIC GRAVITY (Water = 1) 1.05

3) VAPOR PRESSURE <1 (mm Hg at 20°C)

4) MELTING POINT Not determined

5) VAPOR DENSITY (Air = 1) < 1

6) EVAPORATION RATE <1

7) SOLUBILITY IN WATER Soluble

8) WATER REACTIVE Non-reactive

9) APPEARANCE & COLOR Viscous liquid, ammonia odor

SECTION III - FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA

1) FLASH POINT & METHOD:

> 220°F (Pensky-Martens closed cup)

2) AUTO-IGNITION TEMPERATURE:

N/A

3) FLAMMABILITY LIMITS IN AIR % BY VOLUME: N/A

LEL: N/A
UEL: N/A

4) EXTINGUISHER (MEDIA)

Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam, water spray, water fog, sand/earth.

5) SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES:

For fires involving this material, do not enter any enclosed or confined fire space without proper protective equipment, including self contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing should be worn fighting fires involving chemicals.

6) UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS:

None

SECTION IV - REACTIVITY HAZARD DATA

1) STABILITY:

Stable

2) CONDITIONS TO AVOID:

N/A

3) INCOMPATIBILITY (Materials to Avoid):

Salts and acids may coagulate product.

4) HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:

Thermal decomposition: oxides of carbon, oxides of nitrogen.

5) HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:

Will not occur.

SECTION V - HEALTH HAZARD DATA

1) PRIMARY ROUTES OF ENTRY:

Inhalation-no
Skin absorption-no
Ingestion-yes
Not hazardous

2) CARCINOGEN LISTED IN:

NTP - no
IARC MONOGRAPH - no
OSHA - no - not listed

3) HEALTH HAZARDS

ACUTE: Vapor or spray mist can cause headache, nausea, and irritation of the nose, throat, and lungs. Skin contact can be slightly irritating. Possibly irritating to the eyes. If swallowed contact physician immediately.

CHRONIC: N/A

4) SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE:

See health hazards

5) MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE:

None Known

6) EMERGENCY FIRST AID PROCEDURES:

Seek medical assistance for further treatment, observation and support if necessary.

7) EYE CONTACT:

May cause eye irritation. Flush eyes immediately with fresh water for at least 15 minutes while holding the eyelids open. If irritation persists, see a doctor. Do not get in eyes. Eye contact can be avoided by wearing chemical safety goggles.

8) SKIN CONTACT:

Wash affected skin with mild soap and water. Remove soiled clothing.

9) INHALATION:

Remove the victim from futher exposure and restore breathing if required. Obtain medical attention.

10) INGESTION:

Contact a physician immediately.

SECTION VI - CONTROL AND PROTECTIVE MEASURES

1) RESPIRATORY PROTECTION (Specify type):

Not applicable

2) PROTECTIVE GLOVES:

Rubber or plastic, solvent resistant

3) EYE PROTECTION:

Chemical safety goggles/eyewash station

4) VENTILATION TO BE USED:

Local exhaust - Recommended in confined areas
Mechanical (general) - Recommended
Special -

5) OTHER (Specify):

None

SECTION VII - PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE/LEAKS

1) STEPS TO BE TAKEN IF MATERIAL IS SPILLED OR RELEASED:

Dike and contain spill with inert material (e.g., sand, earth).
Transfer containers for disposal.
Keep spills and cleaning runoffs out of municipal sewers and open bodies of water.

2) WASTE DISPOSAL METHODS:

Dispose of in accordance with all federal, state, and local environmental regulations.

3) ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT:

Section 313 (Title III Superfund Amendment and Reauthorization Act)
This product does not contain any chemical subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendment and Reauthorization Act of 1986 and 40 CFR Part 372.

4) PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORAGE:

Store between 41°F and 120°F

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