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

1. Substance/Preparation & Company Identification

   1. Chemical Nature: Solution of polyester polyol in xylene, plus pigments
   2. Company: As above.



2. Main Constituents

   1. Contains: Resin, Xylene, Pigments.
   2. EEC Symbol:
   3. R Phrases:



3. Hazard Identification

   Xylene

4. First Aid Measures

   1. Skin Contact: Wash off with soap and plenty of water.
   2. Eye contact: Flush eyes with plenty of cold clean water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical advice.
   3. Inhalation: Remove to fresh air & seek medical assistance.
   4. Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting Medical attention should be sought immediately.



5. Fire Fighting Measures Flammable in liquid form, treat as petroleum. Dried film is not flammable.

   2. Extinguishing Media: Not applicable
   3. Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Not applicable
   4. Exposure Hazards: Not applicable



6. Accidental Release Measures Cover with sand and move to a safe place.

   1. Personal Precautions:
   2. Environmental Precautions:
   3. Methods for Cleaning:



7. Handling and Storage In accordance with "Flammable Liquids" regulations.

   1. Handling: In accordance with "Flammable Liquids" regulations
   2. Storage: In accordance with `Flammable Liquids` regulations.



8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

   1. Limits:

      HSE EH40/94
      8 hour TWA	100ppm
      15 minutes	150ppm

   2. Respiratory Protection: Use in well ventilated areas. If OEL is exceeded wear respirator with filter type A.
   3. Hand Protection: Wear Industrial plastic or rubber gloves.
   4. Eye Protection: Safety goggles to BS 2092 should be worn.
   5. Skin Protection: Always keep skin covered. Wash off any contamination immediately.



9. Physical and Chemical Properties of Liquid Product

   Appearance:	Clear or Coloured Liquid
   Odour:	Heavy, sweetish
   Boiling Point:	115°C
   Density:	Approx. 0.9
   Oxidising Properties:	None
   Flashpoint:	26°C
   Melting Point:
   Ignition:	400°C
   Solubility in Water:	<0.1%
   pH Value:
   Vapour Pressure:
   Viscosity:

10. Stability and Reactivity

    1. Thermal Decomposition: Produces irritating fumes.
    2. Conditions to Avoid: Sources of ignition.
    3. Hazardous Decomposition: Oxides of carbon.



11. Toxicological Information on Mixed Liquid Material

    1. LD50 Acute oral toxicity in rats:
    2. Eye Contact: Irritation.
    3. Skin Contact: Irritation.



12. Ecological Information

    1. Readily Biodegradable.
    2. Toxic to aquatic organisms.



13. Disposal Considerations

    1. Waste liquid material must be treated as a fire hazard. Do not allow into drains or watercourses. dispose in accordance to Local Authority Regulations.



14. Transport Information

    RID/ADR	TREM-Card
    Hazard Identification number:	UN No. 1866
    IATA:
    IMDG Code:




15. Regulatory Information

    1. Classification Symbol: Flammable, Harmful
    2. Risk Phrases: Flammable. Harmful by Inhalation, and in Contact with Skin. Irritating to skin. Avoid contact with eyes
    3. Safety: Keep container in well ventilated place



16. Other Information

    None

This product should be stored and handled in accordance with good industrial hygiene practice and in conformity with any legal regulation. This information is to our best of knowledge correct and given in good faith but without warranty. It remains the users responsibility to ensure the information is appropriate for any particular use of the product.

Polybond Health and Safety

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