MSDS-Voracor DC 526
MSDS-Voracor DC 526
MSDS-Voracor DC 526
DOW EUROPE GMBH encourages and expects you to read and understand the entire (M)SDS, as
there is important information throughout the document. We expect you to follow the precautions
identified in this document unless your use conditions would necessitate other appropriate methods or
actions.
COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
DOW EUROPE GMBH
BACHTOBELSTRASSE 3
8810 HORGEN
SWITZERLAND
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Hazard classification
Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.
Harmful: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation.
Harmful by inhalation.
Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
May cause sensitisation by inhalation and skin contact.
Other hazards
No data available
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Note
Note: CAS 101-68-8 is an MDI isomer that is part of CAS 9016-87-9.
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration; if by mouth to mouth
use rescuer protection (pocket mask, etc). If breathing is difficult, oxygen should be administered by
qualified personnel. Call a physician or transport to a medical facility.
Skin contact: Remove material from skin immediately by washing with soap and plenty of water.
Remove contaminated clothing and shoes while washing. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
Wash clothing before reuse. An MDI skin decontamination study demonstrated that cleaning very
soon after exposure is important, and that a polyglycol-based skin cleanser or corn oil may be more
effective than soap and water. Discard items which cannot be decontaminated, including leather
articles such as shoes, belts and watchbands. Suitable emergency safety shower facility should be
available in work area.
Eye contact: Immediately flush eyes with water; remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5
minutes, then continue flushing eyes for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention without delay,
preferably from an ophthalmologist. Suitable emergency eye wash facility should be immediately
available.
Ingestion: If swallowed, seek medical attention. Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by
medical personnel.
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed: Aside from the information found
under Description of first aid measures (above) and Indication of immediate medical attention and
special treatment needed (below), any additional important symptoms and effects are described in
Section 11: Toxicology Information.
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may be of help. Treat bronchospasm with inhaled beta2 agonist and oral or parenteral corticosteroids.
Respiratory symptoms, including pulmonary edema, may be delayed. Persons receiving significant
exposure should be observed 24-48 hours for signs of respiratory distress. If you are sensitized to
diisocyanates, consult your physician regarding working with other respiratory irritants or sensitizers.
Treatment of exposure should be directed at the control of symptoms and the clinical condition of the
patient. Excessive exposure may aggravate preexisting asthma and other respiratory disorders (e.g.
emphysema, bronchitis, reactive airways dysfunction syndrome).
5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing media: Water fog or fine spray. Dry chemical fire extinguishers. Carbon
dioxide fire extinguishers. Foam. Alcohol resistant foams (ATC type) are preferred. General purpose
synthetic foams (including AFFF) or protein foams may function, but will be less effective.
Unsuitable extinguishing media: Do not use direct water stream. May spread fire.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Product reacts with water. Reaction may produce heat and/or
gases. This reaction may be violent. Container may rupture from gas generation in a fire situation.
Violent steam generation or eruption may occur upon application of direct water stream to hot liquids.
Dense smoke is produced when product burns.
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Keep upwind of spill. Spilled material may cause a slipping hazard. Ventilate area of leak or spill. If
available, use foam to smother or suppress. Refer to section 7, Handling, for additional precautionary
measures. See Section 10 for more specific information. Use appropriate safety equipment. For
additional information, refer to Section 8, Exposure Controls and Personal Protection.
Environmental precautions: Prevent from entering into soil, ditches, sewers, waterways and/or
groundwater. See Section 12, Ecological Information.
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up: Contain spilled material if possible.
Absorb with materials such as: Dirt. Vermiculite. Sand. Clay. Do NOT use absorbent materials such
as: Cement powder (Note: may generate heat). Collect in suitable and properly labeled open
containers. Do not place in sealed containers. Suitable containers include: Metal drums. Plastic
drums. Polylined fiber pacs. Wash the spill site with large quantities of water. Attempt to neutralize
by adding suitable decontaminant solution: Formulation 1: sodium carbonate 5 - 10%; liquid detergent
0.2 - 2%; water to make up to 100%, OR Formulation 2: concentrated ammonia solution 3 - 8%; liquid
detergent 0.2 - 2%; water to make up to 100%. If ammonia is used, use good ventilation to prevent
vapor exposure. Contact your supplier for clean-up assistance. See Section 13, Disposal
Considerations, for additional information.
Spills of these organic materials on hot fibrous insulations may lead to lowering of the autoignition
temperatures possibly resulting in spontaneous combustion.
Conditions for safe storage: Store in a dry place. Protect from atmospheric moisture. Do not store
product contaminated with water to prevent potential hazardous reaction. See Section 10 for more
specific information. Additional storage and handling information on this product may be obtained by
calling your sales or customer service contact.
Storage stability
Storage temperature: Storage Period:
15 - 25 °C 6 Month
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Exposure controls
Engineering controls: Use only with adequate ventilation. Local exhaust ventilation may be
necessary for some operations. Provide general and/or local exhaust ventilation to control airborne
levels below the exposure guidelines. Exhaust systems should be designed to move the air away
from the source of vapor/aerosol generation and people working at this point. The odor and irritancy
of this material are inadequate to warn of excessive exposure.
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NOTE: The physical data presented above are typical values and should not be construed as a
specification.
Chemical stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions. See Storage, Section 7.
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Possibility of hazardous reactions: Can occur. Exposure to elevated temperatures can cause
product to decompose and generate gas. This can cause pressure build-up and/or rupturing of closed
containers. Polymerization can be catalyzed by: Strong bases. Water.
Incompatible materials: Avoid contact with: Acids. Alcohols. Amines. Water. Ammonia. Bases.
Metal compounds. Moist air. Strong oxidizers. Diisocyanates react with many materials and the rate
of reaction increases with temperature as well as increased contact; these reactions can become
violent. Contact is increased by stirring or if the other material mixes with the diisocyanate.
Diisocyanates are not soluble in water and sink to the bottom, but react slowly at the interface. The
reaction forms carbon dioxide gas and a layer of solid polyurea. Reaction with water will generate
carbon dioxide and heat. Avoid contact with metals such as: Aluminum. Zinc. Brass. Tin. Copper.
Galvanized metals. Avoid contact with absorbent materials such as: Moist organic absorbents. Avoid
unintended contact with polyols. The reaction of polyols and isocyanates generate heat.
Hazardous decomposition products: Decomposition products depend upon temperature, air supply
and the presence of other materials. Gases are released during decomposition.
Acute toxicity
Acute oral toxicity
Low toxicity if swallowed. Small amounts swallowed incidentally as a result of normal
handling operations are not likely to cause injury; however, swallowing larger amounts may
cause injury. Observations in animals include: Gastrointestinal irritation.
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Skin corrosion/irritation
Prolonged contact may cause skin irritation with local redness.
May stain skin.
Sensitization
A component in this mixture has been shown to be a skin sensitizer.
Animal studies have shown that skin contact with isocyanates may play a role in respiratory
sensitization.
Carcinogenicity
Lung tumors have been observed in laboratory animals exposed to respirable aerosol droplets of
MDI/Polymeric MDI (6 mg/m3) for their lifetime. Tumors occurred concurrently with respiratory
irritation and lung injury. Current exposure guidelines are expected to protect against these effects
reported for MDI.
Teratogenicity
In laboratory animals, MDI/polymeric MDI did not cause birth defects; other fetal effects occurred only
at high doses which were toxic to the mother.
Reproductive toxicity
No specific, relevant data available for assessment.
Mutagenicity
Genetic toxicity data on MDI are inconclusive. MDI was weakly positive in some in vitro studies; other
in vitro studies were negative. Animal mutagenicity studies were predominantly negative.
Aspiration Hazard
Based on physical properties, not likely to be an aspiration hazard.
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Toxicity
Acute toxicity to fish
The measured ecotoxicity is that of the hydrolyzed product, generally under conditions
maximizing production of soluble species.
Material is not classified as dangerous to aquatic organisms (LC50/EC50/IC50/LL50/EL50
greater than 100 mg/L in most sensitive species).
Toxicity to bacteria
Based on information for a similar material:
EC50, activated sludge, static test, 3 Hour, Respiration rates., > 100 mg/l
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Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulation: Bioconcentration potential is low (BCF < 100 or Log Pow < 3).
Bioconcentration factor (BCF): 92 Cyprinus carpio (Carp) 28 d
Mobility in soil
In the aquatic and terrestrial environment, movement is expected to be limited by its reaction
with water forming predominantly insoluble polyureas.
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R-phrase(s)
R40 Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.
R48/20 Harmful: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through
inhalation.
R20 Harmful by inhalation.
R36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
R42/43 May cause sensitisation by inhalation and skin contact.
S-phrase(s)
S2 Keep out of the reach of children.
S46 If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label.
S36/37 Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.
S23 Do not breathe gas/fumes/vapour/spray.
Seveso III: Directive 2012/18/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council on the control
of major-accident hazards involving dangerous substances.
Listed in Regulation: Not applicable
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Revision
Identification Number: 101196219 / A305 / Issue Date: 05/30/2016 / Version: 5.0
Most recent revision(s) are noted by the bold, double bars in left-hand margin throughout this
document.
Legend
ACGIH USA. ACGIH Threshold Limit Values (TLV)
Dow IHG Dow Industrial Hygiene Guideline
KE OEL Kenya. Occupational Exposure Limits
SEN Sensitizer
STEL Short term exposure limit
TWA Time weighted average
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data contained in this (M)SDS and any hazards associated with the product. The information herein is
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