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Date Revised:
Date Issued : May. 28, 1999
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET (2/2)
MSDS No.
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure : No symptoms expected with intended use.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure : None
Emergency and First Aid Procedures :
Inhalation- - - If symptoms are experienced, remove source of contamination or move victim to fresh air and obtain medical advice.
Ingestion - - - If irritation or discomfort occurs, obtain medical attention immediately.
Skin- - - - - - - Flush with gently flowing water (preferably lukewarm) and soap for 15 minutes or until particle is removed. If irri- tation does occur, obtain medical advice.
Eye - - - - - - - Do not allow victim to rub eye(s). Flush with gently flowing water (preferably lukewarm) for 15 minutes or until particle is removed. Have victim look right and left, and, then up and down. If irritation does occur, obtain medi- cal attention. DO NOT attempt to manually remove anything stuck to the eye(s).
Section 6. Physical Chemical Characteristics
Boiling Point | : | Not applicable | Odor | : | Faint odor |
Melting Point | : | No data available | Specific Gravity | : | 1.2 |
Vapor Pressure | : | Not applicable | Solubility in Water | : | Negligible |
Vapor Density | : | Not applicable | PH | : | Not applicable |
Evaporation Rate | : | Not applicable | Viscosity | : | Not applcable |
Appearance | : | Powder | Color | : | Black |
Section 7. Fire and Explosion Data
Flash Point (Method Used) | : | Not applicable |
Ignition Temperature | : | 450°C * (* = Based on data for other products with similar ingredients) |
Flammable Limits | : (LEL):No data available(UEL): No data available | |
Extinguishing Media | : CO2, water spray, foam and dry chemical | |
Special Fire Fighting Procedure | : None | |
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazard | : If dispersed in air, like most finely divided organic powders, may form an | |
Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact |
| explosive mixture. |
: No data available | ||
Sensitivity to Static Charge | : No data available | |
Section 8. Reactivity Data
Stability | : Stable |
Incompatibility (Material to Avoid) | : Oxidizing materials |
Hazardous Decomposition | : CO, CO2 |
Hazardous Polymerization | : No data available |
Section 9. Precautions for Safe Handling and Use
Personal Protection Information (Respiratory, Eye Protection and Protective Glove) : None required with intended use.
Engineering Control / Ventilation | : None required with intended use. |
Work / Hygienic Practice | : Wash hands after handling. Try not to disperse the particles. |
Steps to be taken in case of Spill or Leak | : Wipe off with paper or cloth. DO NOT use vacuum cleaner. If a large |
| amount is released. It may create a dust explosion as would most finely |
Waste Disposal Method | divided organic powders. |
: Waste material may be disposed under conditions which meet all fed- | |
| eral, state and local environmental regulations. |
Section 10. Regulatory Information
NFPA Rating (U.S.A.) | : Health : 1 Flammability : 1 Reactivity : 0 |
WHMIS Legislation (Canada) | : Not applicable |
Transport Information | : None |
UN No. | : None |
Section 11. Other Information |
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References : IARC(1996), IARC Monographs on the Evaluation of the Carcinogenic Risk of Chemicals to Humans, Vol. 65, Printing Process and Printing Inks, Carbon Black and Some Nitro Compounds, Lyon,
H. Muhle, B. Bellmann, O. Creutzenberg, C. Dasenbrock, H. Ernst, R. Kilpper, J. C. Mackenzie, P. Morrow, U. Mohr, S.Tak- enaka, and R. Mermelstein (1991) Pulmonary Response to Toner upon Chronic Inhalation Exposure in Rats. Fundamental and Applied Toxicology 17, pp.
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