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Material Safety Data Sheet
H90 Rapid Cure Hardener
Version 1.1
Section 1:
Identification of the Substance or Mixture and of the Supplier
Trade Name : H90 Rapid Cure Hardener
Product Code : H90
Recommended Use : Used in conjunction with epoxy resin for
adhesive and composite applications
Company : ATL Composites
Address : 12-14 Production Ave Ernest 4214
Telephone : +61 7 5563 1222 (Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm)
Emergency telephone
number : +61 7 5563 1222 (Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm)
Revision Date : 26 June 2008
Section 2:
Hazards Identification
Hazard Classification
: HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE. NON-DANGEROUS GOODS
Risk Phrases
R22 Harmful if swallowed.
R36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
Safety Phrases
S24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek
medical advice.
S28 After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of soap-suds.
Section 3:
Composition/Information on Ingredients
Chemical Name CAS No. Weight %
Mercaptan polymer - >60
Section 4:
First Aid Measures
General advice : Seek medical advice. If breathing has stopped or is labored,
give assisted respirations. Supplemental oxygen may be
indicated. If the heart has stopped, trained personnel should
begin cardiopulmonary resuscitation immediately.
Eye contact : Rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes.
Skin contact : Immediately remove contaminated clothing, and any
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H90 Rapid Cure Hardener
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extraneous chemical, if possible to do so without delay. Take
off contaminated clothing and shoes immediately.
NOTE TO PHYSICIANS : Application of corticosteroid cream has been effective in
treating skin irritation.
Ingestion : Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Prevent aspiration of vomit. Turn victim's head to the side.
Inhalation : Move to fresh air.
Section 5:
Fire Fighting Measures
Suitable extinguishing media : Alcohol-resistant foam.
Carbon dioxide (CO2).
Dry chemical.
Dry sand.
Limestone powder.
Specific hazards : Do not allow run-off from fire fighting to enter drains or water
courses. Incomplete combustion may form carbon monoxide.
Downwind personnel must be evacuated. Burning produces
obnoxious and toxic fumes.
Special protective equipment
for fire-fighters : Avoid contact with the skin. Use personal protective
equipment. Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire
fighting if necessary.
Section 6:
Accidental Release Measures
Personal precautions
Use self-contained breathing apparatus and chemically
protective clothing.
Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face
protection. Evacuate personnel to safe areas.
Environmental precautions : Construct a dike to prevent spreading.
Methods for cleaning up : Approach suspected leak areas with caution. Place in
appropriate chemical waste container.
Additional advice : If possible, stop flow of product.
Section 7:
Handling and Storage
Handling
Advice on safe handling :
Do not get in eyes, on skin or on clothing. Use only with
adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and
clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with skin, eyes
and clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling. May be
harmful if swallowed. Causes respiratory tract irritation.
Containers, even those that have been emptied, can contain
hazardous product residues. Wash with soap and water
before eating, drinking, smoking, applying cosmetics, or
using toilet facilities. Launder contaminated clothing before
reuse. Contaminated leather articles, including shoes, cannot
be decontaminated and should be destroyed to prevent
reuse.
Storage
Requirements for storage
areas and containers : Keep containers closed when not in use.
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H90 Rapid Cure Hardener
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Section 8:
Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Workplace exposure standards: No exposure standards have been established for product
components.
Engineering measures Provide readily accessible eye wash stations and safety
showers.
Provide natural or explosion-proof ventilation adequate to
ensure concentrations are kept below exposure limits.
Personal protective equipment:
Respiratory protection : Not required for properly ventilated areas.
Hand protection : Neoprene gloves.
PVC disposable gloves
Butyl-rubber
Nitrile rubber.
Impervious gloves.
The breakthrough time of the selected glove(s) must be
greater than the intended use period.
Eye protection : Chemical resistant goggles must be worn.
Skin and body protection :
Long sleeve shirts and trousers without cuffs.
Impervious clothing.
Environmental exposure
Controls : Construct a dike to prevent spreading.
Special instructions for
protection and hygiene:
Discard contaminated leather articles. Provide readily
accessible eye wash
stations and safety showers. Wash at the end of each
workshift and before eating, smoking or using the toilet.
Remove contaminated clothing. Drench
affected area with water for at least 15 minutes
Section 9:
Physical and Chemical Properties
Form : Viscous liquid
Colour : Water white to light amber
Odour : Strong
pH : Not available
Melting Point : Not Determined
Boiling Point : >100°C
Flash Point : >108°C
Vapour Pressure : < 1 mmHg @20°C
Density : 1.08 to 1.20
Solubility in water : Slight
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H90 Rapid Cure Hardener
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Section 10:
Stability and Reactivity
Conditions to avoid : Extremes of temperature and direct sunlight.
Exposure to water vapour.
Materials to avoid : Strong oxidizing agents.
Strong acids.
Hazardous decomposition
Products : Oxides of nitrogen
Carbon monoxide
Hazardous reactions : Stable.
Reacts violently with strong oxidising agents.
Section 11:
Toxicological Information
Acute oral toxicity : LD50 - (Rat) Expected to be of low toxicity, LD50 > 2000
mg/kg.
Acute dermal toxicity : Expected to be of low toxicity, LD50 > 2000 mg/kg.
Acute inhalation toxicity : Inhalation of vapours or mists may cause irritation.
Eye irritation : Expected to be irritant.
Skin irritation : Expected to be irritant.
Sensitization : Not a sensitizer.
Potential Health Effects
Inhalation : Mists or vapors may produce severe respiratory irritation.
Skin : May be mildly irritating to the skin.
Eyes : May be severely irritating to the eyes and may cause severe
damage including blindness.
Vapors may also be irritating
Ingestion : Not likely to be a relevant route of exposure.
May be irritating to the mouth, throat, and stomach.
Aggravated Medical
Condition : Preexisting eye,skin and respiratory disorders may be
aggravated by exposure to this product.
Section 12:
Ecological Information
Aquatic toxicity : No data is available on the product itself.
Toxicity to other organisms : No data available.
Persistence and degradability
Mobility : No data available.
Bioaccumulation : No data is available on the product itself.
Section 13:
Disposal Considerations
Waste from residues / unused
Products : Contact supplier if guidance is required.
Contaminated packaging : Dispose of container and unused contents in accordance
with federal, state, and local requirements.
Section 14:
Transport Information
ROAD & RAIL TRANSPORT:
This product is not classified as a dangerous
good for road and rail transport in the
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H90 Rapid Cure Hardener
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Australian Dangerous Goods Code (ADG). The
principal component is not included in the
lists of Environmentally Hazardous Substances
included in Appendix 8 of the 6th Edition of
the ADG Code.
ADG U.N. Number
ADG Proper Shipping
Name
ADG DG Class
ADG Hazchem Code
ADG Packing Group
None Allocated
None Allocated
None Allocated
3X
None Allocated
Other Information:
CFR_ROAD
NOT REGULATED FOR TRANSPORT
IATA_C
NOT REGULATED FOR TRANSPORT
IMDG
NOT REGULATED FOR TRANSPORT
CFR_RAIL
NOT REGULATED FOR TRANSPORT
Section 15:
Regulatory Information
The principal components and additives of this
product are included in the Australian
Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS) or
comply with the requirements of the Industrial
Chemicals (Notification and Assessment) Act 1989.
Poisons 5
Schedule
Hazard
Category
Packaging &
Labelling
HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES
CLASSIFICATION: Irritant.
Product is labelled in accordance with the Code
of Practice for Labelling Workplace Substances.
Section 16:
Other Information
Contact
Person/Point
PRODUCT INFORMATION MANAGER: (+61) 7 5563 1222
12-14 Production Av Ernest
The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and
belief at the date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a guidance for safe handling,
use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a warranty or quality
specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such
material used in combination with any other materials or in any process, unless specified in the text.
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Material Safety Data Sheet
R90 Rapid Cure Epoxy Resin
Version 3
Section 1:
Identification of the Material and the Supplier
Trade Name : R90 Rapid Cure Epoxy Resin
Product Code : R90
Recommended Use : Used in conjunction with epoxy curing agent for
adhesive and composite applications
Company : ATL Composites
Address : 12-14 Production Ave Ernest 4214
Telephone : +61 7 5563 1222 (Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm)
Emergency telephone
number : +61 7 5563 1222 (Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm)
Revision Date : 19 August 2011
Section 2:
Hazards Identification
HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES CLASSIFICATION: Classified as hazardous to health
according to the criteria of the National Occupational Health and Safety Commission,
Australia
Non Dangerous Goods for transport according to ADG-7 (Special Provision AU01)
Hazard Symbol
Xi Irritant
N
Dangerous for the environment
Risk Phrases
R36/38 Irritating to eyes and skin.
R43
May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
R51/53 Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic
environment.
Safety Phrases
S24 Avoid Contact with skin
S28 After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of soap-suds.
S37/39 Wear suitable gloves and eye / face protection.
S61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/ safety datasheet.
Section 3:
Composition / Information on Ingredients
Chemical Name CAS No. Weight %
Reaction product: bisphenol-
A-(epichlorhydrin); epoxy
resin (number average
molecular weight 60
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Material Safety Data Sheet
R90 Rapid Cure Epoxy Resin
Version 3
Section 4:
First Aid Measures
Inhalation : Remove victim to fresh air and provide oxygen if breathing is
difficult. Give artificial respiration if not breathing. Get medical
attention.
Skin contact : Remove contaminated clothing/shoes and wipe excess from
skin. Flush skin with water. Follow by washing with soap and
water. If irritation occurs, get medical attention. Do not reuse
clothing until cleaned. Contaminated leather articles,
including shoes, cannot be decontaminated and should be
destroyed to prevent reuse.
Eye contact : Flush eyes with plenty of water for 15 minutes while holding
eyelids open. Get medical attention.
Ingestion : Do not induce vomiting. In general, no treatment is
Necessary unless large quantities of product are ingested.
However, get medical advice.
Workplace facilities : Eye wash facilities required.
Skin cleaning products should be made available.
Notes to physician : Irritation of the skin and eyes
Symptoms
Treatment : Treat symptomatically. Dermatitis may result from prolonged
or repeated exposure.
Section 5:
Fire Fighting Measures
Specific hazards during fire
Fighting :
Not classified as flammable but will burn. Hazardous
combustion products may include carbon monoxide.
Clear fire area of all non-emergency personnel. Cool fire
exposed containers with water. Container areas exposed to
direct flame contact should be cooled with large quantities of
water as needed to prevent weakening of container structure.
Suitable extinguishing
media:
Special protective
equipment for fire-fighters:
Use water fog, foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
Do not enter confined fire space without full bunker gear
(helmet with face shield, bunker coats, gloves and rubber
boots). including a positive pressure NIOSH approved
selfcontained breathing apparatus.
Section 6:
Accidental Release Measures
Personal precautions : May burn although not readily ignitable.
Use cautious judgement when cleaning up large spills.
Shut off leaks, if possible without personal risk.
Environmental precautions:
Dike and contain.
Contain run-off and dispose of properly.
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Material Safety Data Sheet
R90 Rapid Cure Epoxy Resin
Version 3
Clean-up methods - small
spillage:
Clean-up methods – large
spillage:
Remove contaminated soil to remove contaminated trace
residues. Prevent from entering into drains, ditches or rivers.
Soak up with an absorbent such as clay, sand or other
suitable material.
Place in non-leaking container.
Seal tightly for proper disposal.
Remove with vacuum trucks or pump to storage/salvage
vessels.
Soak up residue with an absorbent such as clay, sand or
other suitable material; place in non-leaking containers for
proper disposal.
Flush area with water to remove trace residue.
Section 7:
Handling and Storage
Advice on safe handling :
Storage
Requirements for storage
areas and containers:
Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with skin, eyes and
clothing Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing Wash
thoroughly after handling. WARNING. May cause skin and
eye irritation. May cause skin sensitization.
Wash with soap and water before eating, drinking, smoking,
applying cosmetics, or using toilet facilities. Launder
contaminated clothing before reuse. Contaminated leather
articles, including shoes, cannot be decontaminated and
should be destroyed to prevent reuse.
Store in a cool, dry place with adequate ventilation. Keep
containers closed when not in use. Keep away from open
flames and high temperatures.
Section 8:
Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Workplace exposure standards: No exposure standards have been established for product
components.
Protective measures : Wear protective clothing specified for normal operations.
Eye protection : Avoid contact with eyes.
Wear chemical goggles if there is potential contact with eyes.
Safety spectacles
Hand protection : Butyl
EVAL-Laminate
Skin and body protection:
Respiratory protection :
Wear chemical-resistant gloves and other clothing as
required to minimise contact.
No respiratory protection is usually required under normal
conditions of use. Product is not intended for spray
application.
Section 9:
Physical and Chemical Properties
Form : Liquid
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Material Safety Data Sheet
R90 Rapid Cure Epoxy Resin
Version 3
Colour : Pale Yellow
Odour : Mild
pH : Not available
Melting Point : Not Determined
Boiling Point : >200°C
Flash Point : >100°C (ASTM D-93 / PMCC)
Vapour Pressure : Heavier than air.
Density : 1.14 to 1.20
Solubility in water : Not miscible
Section 10:
Stability and Reactivity
Conditions to avoid : Avoid high temperatures.
Materials to avoid : Can react vigorously with strong oxidizing agents, strong
lewis or mineral acid, and strong mineral and organic bases.
Avoid contact with water or liquids.
Do not allow molten product to contact water or other liquids.
Reaction with some curing agents may produce considerable
heat and possible violent decomposition.
Hazardous reactions : Stable under normal use conditions.
Hazardous polymerization will not occur.
Section 11:
Toxicological Information
Acute oral toxicity : LD50 - Low toxicity, LD50 > 2000 mg/kg.
Acute dermal toxicity : LD50 - Low toxicity, LD50 > 2000 mg/kg.
Acute inhalation toxicity : LC50 - Expected to be of low toxicity, LC50 > 5 mg/l., If mists
are inhaled, slight irritation of the respiratory tract may occur.
Eye irritation : Slightly irritating to the eyes.
Skin irritation : Expected to be irritant.
Sensitization : Skin sensitiser.
Repeated dose toxicity : Repeated exposure does not cause significant toxic effects.
Carcinogenicity : Recent 2-year bioassays in rats and mice exposed by the
dermal route to the diglycidyl ether of bisphenol A (BADGE)
yielded no evidence of carcinogenicity to the skin or any
other organs.
Potential Health Effects
Inhalation : Not expected to be a relevant route of exposure, however,
under conditions where exposure to vapors or mists is
possible, could cause respiratory tract irritation.
Skin : May be mildly irritating to the skin.
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May cause skin sensitization.
Eyes : May be mildly irritating to the eyes.
Ingestion : Not likely to be a relevant route of exposure.
Section 12:
Ecological Information
ENVIRONMENTAL FATE
MOVEMENT & PARTITIONING: Bioconcentration potential is moderate (BCF between 100
and 3000 or Log Pow between 3 and 5). Measured log
octanol/water partition coefficient (log Pow) is 3.7-3.9.
Potential for mobility in soil is low (Koc between 500 and
2000). Soil organic carbon/water partition coefficient (Koc) is
estimated to be 1800-4400. Henry's Law Constant (H) is
estimated to be 100 mg/L.
Section 13:
Disposal Considerations
DISPOSAL : DO NOT DUMP INTO ANY SEWERS, ON THE GROUND,
OR INTO ANY BODY OF WATER. All disposal methods
must be in compliance with all Federal, State/Provincial and
local laws and regulations.
FOR UNUSED & UNCONTAMINATED PRODUCT, the
preferred options include sending to a licensed, permitted:
recycler, reclaimer, incinerator or other thermal destruction
device.
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Material Safety Data Sheet
R90 Rapid Cure Epoxy Resin
Version 3
Section 14:
Transport Information
Not subject fo the ADG Code when transported by Road or Rail. (ADG 7, Special
Provision AU01)
IMDG/IATA
Proper Shipping Name : Environmentally hazardous substance,
liquid, n.o.s
UN Number : 3082
Class : 9
Subsidiary risk : None assigned
EPG card : 8A1
Packaging group : III
HAZCHEM CODE : 3Z
Section 15:
Regulatory Information
The principal components and additives of this
product are included in the Australian
Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS) or
comply with the requirements of the Industrial
Chemicals (Notification and Assessment) Act 1989.
Poisons
Schedule
Hazard
Category
Packaging &
Labelling
S5
HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES
CLASSIFICATION: Irritant. Sensitiser.
Product is labelled in accordance with the Code
of Practice for Labelling Workplace Substances.
Section 16:
Other Information
Contact
Person/Point
PRODUCT INFORMATION MANAGER: (+61) 7 5563 1222
12-14 Production Av Ernest
The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and
belief at the date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a guidance for safe handling,
use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a warranty or quality
specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such
material used in combination with any other materials or in any process, unless specified in the text.
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