Occupational Safety & Health Administration
Form Approved OMD No. 41-R1387

Material Safety Data Sheet

Section I

Manufacture’s Name:

American Polymer Standards Corp

Emergency Telephone No.

440-255-2211

Address (Name, Street, City, State, & Zip Code:

8680 Tyler Blvd., Mentor, OH  44060

Chemical Name & Synonyms:

Trade Name & Synonyms:

 Pullulans

Chemical Family:

Polysaccharide

Formula:

Section II (Hazardous Ingredients)

Paints, Preservatives,

 & Solvents

TLV

Units

Alloys &

Metallic Coating

TLV

Units

Pigments

N/A

Base Metal

N/A

Catalyst

N/A

Alloys

N/A

Vehicle

N/A

Metallic Coatings

N/A

Solvents

N/A

Filler Metal

N/A

Additives

N/A

Others

N/A

Others

N/A

Hazardous Mixtures of Other Liquids, Solids, or Gases

SECTION III (Physical Data)

Boiling Point (F)

N/A

Specific Gravity (H20 = 1)

N/A

Vapor Pressure (mm Hg)

N/A

% Volatile by Volume

N/A

Vapor Density (air = 1)

N/A

Evaporation Rate

N/A

Solubility in Water

Soluble

Appearance & Odor:  Odorless solid

Section IV (Fire & Explosion Hazards Data)

Flash Point: N/A

Flammable Limits: N/A

Extinguishing Media: Water, dry chemical powder, carbon dioxide & foam

Special fire fighting procedures: Firefighter must wear SCBA & full protective clothing.

Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards:  Move containers from fire area, if possible without risk to yourself, Do not scatter material with a high-pressure water stream. Dike fire control water of safe disposal. Use agent's suitable for this type of operation. Avoid breathing hazardous vapors stay upwind. Slight fire hazard when exposed to heat or flame. Dust/Air mixture may ignite or explode.

SECTION V (Health Hazard Data)

Threshold Limit Value: N/A

Effects of Overexposure: May be harmful by inhalation, ingestion, or skin absorption. May cause eye irritation. May cause skin irritation. If ingested seek immediate medical attention

Emergency & First Aide Procedures: In case of contact immediately wash skin with soap and copious amounts of water. EYES: flush with copious amounts of water for 15 min. Assure adequate flushing of eyes by separating eye lids. If inhaled remove to fresh air. Remove and wash contaminated clothing promptly.

SECTION VI (Reactivity  Data)

Stability:

Unstable £              Stable T

Conditions to avoid:

Incompatibility (materials to avoid):

Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon Monoxide

Hazardous Polymerization:

May Occur £      Will not Occur T*

 Conditions to avoid:

* Excessive heat, Sparks or open flame

SECTION VII (Spills or Leak Procedures)

Steps if material is released or spilled: Sweep and collect in a suitable container disposal. Wash & ventilate spill site.

Waste Disposal Method: Obverse Federal, State, and Local Laws.

Section VIII (Special Protection Information)

Respiratory Protection (Specify type): NIOSH/MSHA

Ventilation:

Local Exhaust:

Special:

Mechanical:  Recommended        

Other:

Protective Gloves: Chemical resistant gloves

Eye Protection : Safety goggles

Other Protective Equipment: Eye bath and safety shower. Heavy rubber boots and protective clothing.

SECTION IX (Special Precautions)

Precautions in Handling & Storing: Store in a cool dry place. Keep storage container tightly closed. Keep away from oxidizing materials.

Other Precautions: Wash thoroughly after handling

 Last Review: March 2007