POLYBOND Polybond Limited, Unit 6 William Street, Northam, Southampton, Hants. S014 5QH Tel: 023 80 223266 Fax: 08700 527587

1. Substance/Preparation and Company Identification

   1/1 Chemical Nature - A solution of Plasticised Polyvinylacetate-vinyl chloride copolymer for use as a strippable protective coating
   1/2 Company - As above.

2. Main Constituents

   2/1 Contains - Mixture of petroleum hydrocarbons, resin, plasticiser and coloured dyes.
   2/2 EEC Symbol
   2/3 Risk Phrases - Harmful, Flammable, Irritating to the eyes.

3. Hazard Identification

   Flammable, contains Xylene, Methyl isobutyl ketone, Isopropylated triaryl phosphate.

4. First Aid Measures

   4/1 Skin Contact - Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before re-use
   4/2 Eye contact - Flush eyes with plenty of clean water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical advice.
   4/3 Inhalation - In case of over exposure to vapours, move patient to fresh air, keep him warm. If loss of consciousness occurs, oxygen may be given and immediately seek medical advice.
   4/4 Ingestion - Do not induce vomiting as aspiration may be caused.

   Milk or liquid paraffin may be given. Aspiration into the lungs is highly dangerous and may rapidly inflame the lung tissue resulting in pneumonitis. Medical attention should be sought.

5. Fire Fighting Measures

   Flammable in liquid form, treat as petroleum. Dried film is not flammable.
   

   5/2 Extinguishing Media - CO₂ or dry Powders.
   5/3 Unsuitable Extinguishing Media - Water
   5/4 Exposure Hazards - A potentially explosive mixture at high temperatures Produces noxious and toxic fumes.

6. Accidental Release Measures

   6/1 Personal Precautions - Avoid contact with the eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid breathing vapours.
   6/2 Environmental Precautions - Prevent from entering the drains.
   6/3 Methods for Cleaning - Cover and soak up with an inert absorbent material ie sawdust or sand, remove to a secure place.

7. Handling and Storage

   In accordance with "Flammable Liquids" regulations.
   

   7/1 Handling - Provide good ventilation if using indoors. All equipment should be flame proof . Avoid all contact with skin and eyes. Keep all containers away from all sources of ignition. If spraying, wear suitable respiratory equipment.

   7/2 Storage - Store in secure containers, clearly labelled well away from any sources of ignition. Ideally lock in a secure, flameproof cabinet.

8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

   8/1 Limits - HSE EH40/94: Short term: 75 ppm. ( 15 minutes TWA), Long term: 50 ppm. (8 hour TWA)
   8/2 Respiratory Protection - Use in well ventilated areas. If OEL is exceeded wear respirator with a type 'A' filter.
   8/3 Hand Protection - Wear plastic or industrial rubber gloves.
   8/4 Eye Protection - Safety goggles to BS 2092 should be worn.
   8/5 Skin Protection - Keep skin covered use barrier creams on exposed skin. Wash off any contamination immediately.

   
   

9. Physical and Chemical Properties of Liquid Product

   Appearance	Clear or Tinted liquid	Odour	Sweet solvent smell
   Melting Point		Density	Approx. 0.9 g/cm³
   Oxidising	None	Flashpoint	26°C Abel
   Boiling Point	115°	Ignition	400°C
   Solubility in Water	<0.1%	pH Value
   Vapour Pressure		Viscosity

10. Stability and Reactivity

    Explosive limits in air	Lower: 1% vol. Upper 6% vol.
    Thermal Decomposition	Produces irritating fumes
    Conditions to Avoid	Sources of ignition.
    Hazardous Decomposition	HCl vapour, oxides of carbon and phosphorous.

    
    
11. Toxicology Information of Mixed Liquid Material

    11/1 LD50 Acute oral toxicity in rats
    11/2 Eye Contact - Severe irratation
    11/3 Skin Contact - May cause irritation and dermatitis
    11/4 Ingestion
    11/5 Inhalation - Can cause inflammation of lung tissue resulting in Pneumonitis

12. Ecological Information
    

    12/1 Avoid sub-soil penetration. Do not let product enter drains.
    12/2 Readily bio-degradable but toxic to aquatic organisms.

13. Disposal Considerations

    13/1 Waste liquid material must be treated as a fire hazard. Do not allow into drains or watercourses. Absorb onto sand and dispose of according to Local Authority Regulatons.

14. Transport Information

    14/1 UN no. 1866

15. Regulatory Information

    15/1 Classification Symbol - Flammable Liquid, Harmful
    15/2 Risk Phrases - Highly Flammable: Harmful by inhalation and in contact with skin. Irritating to the eyes and skin. Keep containers in a well ventilated place

16. Other Information

    None

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