MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
CLORTEX CHLORINATED RUBBER, SOLID
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
At normal temperatures: Low hazard for usual industrial or commercial handling. Mechanical hazard.
Dust may cause mechanical irritation to skin, eyes and respiratory tract.
At processing temperatures: Contact with molten material may cause severe thermal burns. Vapours
from routine processing can cause eye and respiratory tract irritation. High vapour concentrations may
cause drowsiness. Can decompose at high temperatures forming toxic gases.
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW:
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
At normal temperatures: Inhalation is not a likely route of exposure at normally encountered
temperatures.
At processing temperatures: Vapour from warmed or heated material may cause nausea and dizziness.
See "Other Health Effects" Section.
Inhalation:
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS (FOR EMERGENCIES INVOLVING CHEMICAL SPILLS OR RELEASE)
Toronto, ON (416) 226-6117 Montreal, QC (514) 861-1211 Winnipeg, MB (204) 943-8827
Edmonton, AB (780) 424-1754 Calgary, AB (403) 263-8660 Vancouver, BC (604) 685-5036
1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Brenntag Canada Inc.
43 Jutland Rd.
Toronto, ON
M8Z 2G6
(416) 259-8231
Website: http:\\www.brenntag.ca
WHMIS#:
00061526
Index:
2009 May 04
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Clortex Chlorinated Rubber, Solid.
Product Name:
2009 May 04
Date of Revision:
Effective Date:
HCI0378/09B
Chlorinated Rubber.
Chemical Name:
Clortex 10; Clortex 20; Clortex 100 Chlorinated Rubber.
Synonyms:
Chlorinated Rubber.
Chemical Family:
Not available.
Molecular Formula:
Resin.
Product Use:
WHMIS Classification / Symbol:
READ THE ENTIRE MSDS FOR THE COMPLETE HAZARD EVALUATION OF THIS PRODUCT.
D-2B: Toxic (respiratory tract & eye irritant)
Ingredient
CAS#
ACGIH TLV
% Concentration
2. COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS (Not Intended As Specifications)
Chlorinated Rubber
9006-03-5
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4. FIRST AID MEASURES
FIRST AID PROCEDURES
Move victim to fresh air. Give artificial respiration ONLY if breathing has stopped. Give cardiopulmonary
resuscitation (CPR) if there is no breathing AND no pulse. Obtain medical attention IMMEDIATELY.
Inhalation:
Start flushing while removing contaminated clothing. Wash affected areas thoroughly with soap and
water. If irritation, redness, or a burning sensation develops and persists, obtain medical advice.
At processing temperatures: Contact with hot molten plastics cause severe burns to skin contact areas
and eyes. Generally, it is recommended not to remove plastic that has hardened in contact with skin, but
to cool it by gently flooding that area with copious quantities of cool water. In all such cases, immediately
seek medical attention. See "Note to Physicians" below.
Skin Contact:
Immediately flush eyes with running water for a minimum of 20 minutes. Hold eyelids open during
flushing. If irritation persists, repeat flushing. Obtain medical attention IMMEDIATELY.
Eye Contact:
Do not attempt to give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If victim is alert and not convulsing,
rinse mouth out and give 1/2 to 1 glass of water to dilute material. DO NOT induce vomiting. If
spontaneous vomiting occurs, have victim lean forward with head down to avoid breathing in of vomitus,
rinse mouth and administer more water. Obtain medical attention IMMEDIATELY.
Ingestion:
Treat symptomatically.
Treatment for thermal, surface burns:
1. Immerse the burned part immediately in ice water to relieve pain and to prevent swelling and
blistering. Place cold packs, ice or wet cloths on the burned area if immersion is not possible.
2. Remove anything that is constrictive, such as rings, bracelets or footwear, before swelling begins.
3. Cover the burn with a clean, preferably sterile, lint-free dressing.
4. For severe burns, immediately seek medical attention and monitor breathing and treat for shock.
Medical conditions that may be aggravated by exposure to this product include diseases of the skin,
eyes or respiratory tract, preexisting liver and kidney disorders.
Note to Physicians:
At normal temperatures: Product has a tendency to cling to skin due to static charge. Care must be
exercised to remove all product from skin. (3) This product may cause irritation due to abrasive action.
Prolonged and repeated contact may lead to dermatitis.
At processing temperatures: This product may cause symptoms of skin irritation such as reddening,
swelling, rash, scaling, or blistering. Burns (thermal) can occur if not promptly removed.
Skin Contact:
Not likely to be absorbed through the skin.
Skin Absorption:
At normal temperatures: This product may cause irritation, redness and possible damage due to
abrasiveness.
At processing temperatures: Burns (thermal) can occur if not promptly removed. This product causes
immediate pain, severe burns and permanent corneal damage which may result in blindness.
Eye Contact:
Ingestion of large amounts may cause intestinal obstruction. At processing temperatures: Ingestion is not
a likely route of exposure.
Ingestion:
Effects (irritancy) on the skin and eyes may be delayed, and damage may occur without the sensation or
onset of pain. Strict adherence to first aid measures following any exposure is essential. Not for injection
into humans.
At ambient temperatures, material is a coarsely divided solid and is inert and essentially harmless. It can
present a slippage hazard. Under normal processing conditions, the material is a hot polymer. Contact
with hot molten materials cause severe burns to skin contact areas and eyes. Generally, it is
recommended not to remove material that has hardened in contact with skin, but to cool it by gently
flooding the area with copious quantities of cool water. In all such cases, immediately seek medical
attention. Prolonged exposure to processing fumes may cause eye and respiratory tract irritation.
Overexposure may cause headaches and nausea.
At processing temperatures: May cause central nervous system (CNS) depression, liver damage and
kidney damage. CNS depression is characterized by headache, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting
and incoordination. Severe overexposures may lead to coma and possible death due to respiratory
failure. Liver damage is characterized by the loss of appetite, jaundice (yellowish skin colour), and
occasional pain in the upper left-hand side of the abdomen. Signs and symptoms of kidney damage
generally progress from oliguria, to blood in the urine, to total renal failure.
Other Health Effects:
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5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Flashpoint (°C)
AutoIgnition
Temperature (°C)
LEL
UEL
Flammability Limits in Air (%):
Non-combustible (does not
burn).
Not applicable.
Not available.
Not available.
Not regulated.
Flammability Class (WHMIS):
Thermal decomposition products are toxic and may include phosgene, hydrogen chloride, chlorine,
Carbon Tetrachloride, oxides of carbon, chlorine and irritating gases.
Hazardous Combustion
Products:
Clortex in contact with flames/heat above 100 Deg. C will liberate harmful corrosive acid fumes. Clortex
is non-flammable but thermal decomposition can leave residues which are spontaneously flammable in
air. (3) Spilled material may cause floors and contact surfaces to become slippery. Enforce NO
SMOKING rules in area of use.
Unusual Fire or Explosion
Hazards:
Not expected to be sensitive to mechanical impact.
Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact:
Not available.
Rate of Burning:
Not available.
Explosive Power:
Not expected to be sensitive to static discharge.
Sensitivity to Static Discharge:
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Use media appropriate for surrounding fire and/or materials. Use carbon dioxide or dry chemical media
for small fires. If only water is available, use it in the form of a fog. Most resins melt when they burn. Fire
spread is accelerated by burning and dripping of flaming melt. Once fire becomes established it will
develop rapidly and application of large quantities of water at early stage is necessary to effect
extinguishment. (4)
Fire Extinguishing Media:
FIRE FIGHTING
INSTRUCTIONS
Isolate materials that are not involved in the fire and protect personnel. Spilled material may cause floors
and contact surfaces to become slippery. Clean up immediately to eliminate slipping hazard. Do not
allow to enter sewers or watercourses.
Instructions to the Fire Fighters:
Use self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing.
Fire Fighting Protective
Equipment:
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Information in this section is for responding to spills, leaks or releases in order to prevent or minimize the adverse effects on persons,
property and the environment. There may be specific reporting requirements associated with spills, leaks or releases, which change from
region to region.
In all cases of leak or spill contact vendor at Emergency Number shown on the front page of this MSDS.
Spilled material may cause floors and contact surfaces to become slippery. Eliminate all sources of
ignition. Wear respirator, protective clothing and gloves. Avoid dry sweeping. Do not use compressed
air to clean surfaces. Vacuuming or wet sweeping is preferred. Return all material possible to container
for proper disposal.
Where a package (drum or bag) is damaged and / or leaking, repair it, or place it into an over-pack drum
immediately so as to avoid or minimize material loss and contamination of surrounding environment.
In order to prevent marine species and birds from ingesting pellets, emphasis should be placed on total
containment of plastic pellets through their lifespan. This should be accomplished through rapid cleanup
of spills, providing appropriate containment systems to prevent pellet discharge from a facility, and
ensuring proper securement of pellets during shipping, return or disposal. Avoid contaminating soil or
releasing this material into sewage and drainage systems and bodies of water. (3)
Containment and Clean-Up
Procedures:
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING
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Use normal "good" industrial hygiene and housekeeping practices. Clean up immediately to eliminate
slipping hazard.
At ambient temperatures, material is a coarsely divided solid and is inert and essentially harmless. It can
present a slippage hazard. Under normal processing conditions, the material is a hot, molten plastic.
Contact with hot molten plastics cause severe thermal burns to skin contact areas and eyes. The interior
of molten masses may remain hot for some time because of low thermal conductivity of the polymer.
Generally, it is recommended not to remove plastic that has hardened in contact with skin, but to cool it
by gently flooding the area with copious quantities of cool water. In all such cases, immediately seek
medical attention.
In order to avoid autoignition / hazardous decomposition of hot thick masses of plastic, purging should
be collected in small, flat shapes or thin strands to allow for rapid cooling, followed immediately by a
quench in water. (3)
Handling Practices:
Provide adequate mechanical ventilation at the points of extrusion where the polymer is at elevated
temperatures coming from extruder into dies, molds etc. (3) Volatile constituents of this product may
gradually degrade canvas, cloth or plastic components such as seals and flexible tube coverings of
adjustable point source ventilation equipment. Preventative programs should consider this. See Section
8, "Engineering Controls".
Ventilation Requirements:
Use only with adequate ventilation and avoid breathing vapours. Avoid contact with eyes, skin or
clothing. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Wash contaminated clothing thoroughly
before re-use.
Other Precautions:
STORAGE
See below.
Storage Temperature (°C):
Ventilation should be corrosion proof.
Ventilation Requirements:
Store in a cool, well-ventilated area. Keep away from heat, sparks and flames. Keep containers closed.
Avoid moisture contamination. Protect against physical damage.
Storage Requirements:
Equipment for storage, handling or transport should NOT be made from the following material, or, where
applicable, its alloys: aluminum or zinc. Confirm suitability of any material before using.
Special Materials to be Used for
Packaging or Containers:
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Recommendations listed in this section indicate the type of equipment, which will provide protection against overexposure to this product.
Conditions of use, adequacy of engineering or other control measures, and actual exposures will dictate the need for specific protective
devices at your workplace.
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Local exhaust ventilation required. Ventilation should be corrosion proof. Make up air should be supplied
to balance air that is removed by local or general exhaust ventilation. Ventilate low lying areas such as
sumps or pits where dense dust may collect. Volatile constituents of this product may gradually degrade
canvas, cloth or plastic components such as seals and flexible tube coverings of adjustable point source
ventilation equipment. Preventative programs should consider this.
Engineering Controls:
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE
EQUIPMENT (PPE)
Safety glasses with side shields are recommended to prevent eye contact. Contact lenses should not be
worn when working with this material.
At processing temperatures: Use full face-shield and chemical safety goggles when there is potential for
contact.
Eye Protection:
Gloves and protective clothing made from polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), viton, polyethylene vinyl alcohol or
teflon should be impervious under conditions of use. Do not use gloves or protective clothing made
from butyl rubber, natural rubber, nitrile rubber, polyethylene and PVC. Prior to use, user should confirm
impermeability. Discard contaminated gloves.
At processing temperatures: Skin protection should be insulated against hot or high temperatures.
Skin Protection:
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No specific guidelines available. A NIOSH/MSHA-approved air-purifying respirator equipped with dust,
mist, fume cartridges for concentrations up to 100 mg/m³ particulate. An air-supplied respirator if
concentrations are higher or unknown.
At processing temperatures: A NIOSH/MSHA-approved air-purifying respirator equipped with dust, mist,
fume cartridges for concentrations up to 1 000 ppm organic vapours. An air-supplied respirator if
concentrations are higher or unknown.
If while wearing a respiratory protection, you can smell, taste or otherwise detect anything unusual, or in
the case of a full facepiece respirator you experience eye irritation, leave the area immediately. Check to
make sure the respirator to face seal is still good. If it is, replace the filter, cartridge or canister. If the
seal is no longer good, you may need a new respirator. (4)
Respiratory Protection:
Wear regular work clothing. The use of coveralls is recommended. Locate safety shower and eyewash
station close to chemical handling area. Take all precautions to avoid personal contact.
Other Personal Protective
Equipment:
Particulate Not Otherwise Classified:
ACGIH OSHA
10 mg/m³ - Inhalable particulate 50 mppcf* or 15 mg/m³ - Total Dust
3 mg/m³ - Respirable particulate 15 mppcf* or 5 mg/m³ - Respirable Fraction
* mppcf = million particles per cubic foot
EXPOSURE GUIDELINES
Solid.
White powder.
Odourless.
Not applicable.
Not available.
200. (3)
Not available.
Not available.
1.64. (3)
0.40 - 0.65 kg/L.
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
Not soluble in water.
Not available.
Not available.
Not available.
Not applicable.
Physical State:
Appearance:
Odour:
Odour Threshold (ppm):
Boiling Range (°C):
Melting/Freezing Point (°C):
Vapour Pressure (mm Hg at 20° C):
Vapour Density (Air = 1.0):
Relative Density (g/cc):
Bulk Density:
Viscosity:
Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1.0):
Solubility:
% Volatile by Volume:
pH:
Coefficient of Water/Oil Distribution:
Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC):
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES (Not intended as Specifications)
Non-combustible (does not burn).
Flashpoint (°C):
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
CHEMICAL STABILITY
Stable.
Under Normal Conditions:
Not readily flammable, but will support combustion.
Under Fire Conditions:
Will not occur.
Hazardous Polymerization:
High temperatures, sparks, open flames and all other sources of ignition. Clortex in contact with
flames/heat above 100 Deg. C will liberate harmful corrosive acid fumes. Clortex is non-flammable but
thermal decomposition can leave residues which are spontaneously flammable in air. (3) Decomposes
at 200 °C.
Conditions to Avoid:
Strong oxidizers. Lewis or mineral acids. Alkali metals. Finely divided metals. Zinc and its alloys.
Aluminum and its alloys. Zinc Oxide.
Materials to Avoid:
Thermal decomposition products are toxic and may include phosgene, hydrogen chloride, chlorine,
Carbon Tetrachloride, oxides of carbon, chlorine and irritating gases.
Decomposition or Combustion
Products:
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11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
TOXICOLOGICAL DATA:
SUBSTANCE
LD50 (Oral, Rat)
LD50 (Dermal, Rabbit)
LC50 (Inhalation, Rat, 4h)
Chlorinated Rubber
> 4 000 mg/kg (3)
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The ingredient(s) of this product is (are) not classed as carcinogenic by ACGIH, IARC, OSHA or NTP.
Carcinogenicity Data:
No adverse reproductive effects are anticipated.
Reproductive Data:
No adverse mutagenic effects are anticipated.
Mutagenicity Data:
No adverse teratogenic effects are anticipated.
Teratogenicity Data:
None known.
Respiratory / Skin Sensitization
Data:
None known.
Synergistic Materials:
None known.
Other Studies Relevant to
Material:
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Not available. May be harmful to aquatic life. The effects of resin pellets on the wildlife that may ingest
them is not well understood. In the case of seabirds, some marine biologists believe that the fowl may
not be able to pass plastic pellets through their digestive tracts. Thus, large quantities of ingested pellets
may cause intestinal blockage, false feelings of satiation or reduction in absorption of nutrients, causing
malnutrition and starvation. (3)
Ecotoxicity:
Not available. Can be dangerous if allowed to enter drinking water intakes. Do not contaminate domestic
or irrigation water supplies, lakes, streams, ponds, or rivers.
Environmental Fate:
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
None required.
Deactivating Chemicals:
This information applies to the material as manufactured. Processing, use or contamination may make
the information inappropriate, inaccurate or incomplete. Reevaluation of the product may be required by
the user at the time of disposal since the product uses, transformations, mixtures and processes may
influence waste classification. Dispose of waste material at an approved (hazardous) waste
treatment/disposal facility in accordance with applicable local, provincial and federal regulations. Do not
dispose of waste with normal garbage, or to sewer systems.
Waste Disposal Methods:
Empty containers retain product residue. No special treatment required.
Safe Handling of Residues:
Recycling is encouraged. Treat package in the same manner as the product. Empty package may be
disposed of with normal garbage.
Disposal of Packaging:
14. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
CANADIAN TDG ACT SHIPPING DESCRIPTION:
This product is not regulated by TDG.
Label(s): Not applicable. Placard: Not applicable.
ERAP Index: -----.
Exemptions: None known.
US DOT CLASSIFICATION (49CFR 172.101, 172.102):
This product is not regulated by DOT.
Label(s): Not applicable. Placard: Not applicable.
CERCLA-RQ: Not available.
Exemptions: None known.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Clortex Chlorinated Rubber, Solid
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CANADA
All constituents of this product are included on the DSL.
CEPA - NSNR:
None known.
CEPA - NPRI:
Controlled Products Regulations Classification (WHMIS):
16. OTHER INFORMATION
REFERENCES
RTECS-Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances, Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety RTECS
database.
1.
Clayton, G.D. and Clayton, F.E., Eds., Patty's Industrial Hygiene and Toxicology, 3rd ed., Vol. IIA,B,C, John Wiley and Sons, New
York, 1981.
2.
Supplier's Material Safety Data Sheet(s).
3.
CHEMINFO, through "CCINFOdisc", Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.
4.
Guide to Occupational Exposure Values, 2007, American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists, Cincinnati, 2007.
5.
Regulatory Affairs Group, Brenntag Canada Inc.
6.
The British Columbia Drug and Poison Information Centre, Poison Managements Manual, Canadian Pharmaceutical Association,
Ottawa, 1981.
7.
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The information contained herein is offered only as a guide to the handling of this specific material and has been prepared in good faith by
technically knowledgeable personnel. It is not intended to be all-inclusive and the manner and conditions of use and handling may involve
other and additional considerations. No warranty of any kind is given or implied and Brenntag Canada Inc. will not be liable for any
damages, losses, injuries or consequential damages which may result from the use of or reliance on any information contained herein.
This Material Safety Data Sheet is valid for three years.
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To obtain revised copies of this or other Material Safety Data Sheets, contact your nearest Brenntag Canada Regional office.
British Columbia: 20333-102B Avenue, Langley, BC, V1M 3H1
Phone: (604) 513-9009 Facsimile: (604) 513-9010
Alberta: 6628 - 45 th. Street, Leduc, AB, T9E 7C9
Phone: (780) 986-4544 Facsimile: (780) 986-1070
Manitoba: 681 Plinquet Street, Winnipeg, MB, R2J 2X2
Phone: (204) 233-3416 Facsimile: (204) 233-7005
Ontario: 43 Jutland Road, Toronto, ON, M8Z 2G6
Phone: (416) 259-8231 Facsimile: (416) 259-5333
Quebec: 2900 Jean Baptiste Des., Lachine, PQ, H8T 1C8
Phone: (514) 636-9230 Facsimile: (514) 636-0877
Atlantic: A-105 Akerley Boulevard, Dartmouth, NS, B3B 1R7
Phone: (902) 468-9690 Facsimile: (902) 468-3085
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Prepared By: Regulatory Affairs Group, Brenntag Canada Inc., (416) 259-8231.
USA
All constituents of this product are included on the TSCA inventory.
Environmental Protection Act:
Respiratory tract & eye irritant.
OSHA HCS (29CFR 1910.1200):
Text22:
NFPA: Health, Fire, Reactivity (Not available.)
Text22:
HMIS: Health, Fire, Reactivity (Not available.)
INTERNATIONAL
Not available.
D-2B: Toxic (respiratory tract & eye irritant)