Makrolon® Lumen XT LW3 MSDS - Sheffield Plastics

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETBayer MaterialScience LLCProduct Safety & Regulatory Affairs100 Bayer RoadPittsburgh, PA 15205-9741USATRANSPORTATION EMERGENCYCALL CHEMTREC: (800) 424-9300INTERNATIONAL: (703) 527-3887NON-TRANSPORTATIONEmergency Phone:Call ChemtrecInformation Phone: (800) 662-29271. Product and Company IdentificationProduct Name:MAKROLON LUMEN XT WARM-LOW DF LW3, TEXTUREMaterial Number: 83841339Chemical Family:Thermoplastic Polymer Sheet2. Hazards IdentificationEmergency OverviewCaution: Color: White Form: solid sheets Odor: odourless.Melted product is flammable and produces intense heat and dense smoke during burning. Irritatinggases/fumes may be given off during burning or thermal decomposition. Contact with hot material willcause thermal burns.Potential Health EffectsPrimary Routes of Entry:Medical Conditions Aggravated byExposure:Inhalation, Skin Contact, Eye ContactRespiratory disordersHUMAN EFFECTS AND SYMPTOMS OF OVEREXPOSURESkinAcute SkinFor Product: MAKROLON LUMEN XT WARM-LOW DF LW3, TEXTUREContact with heated material can cause thermal burns.IngestionAcute IngestionFor Product: MAKROLON LUMEN XT WARM-LOW DF LW3, TEXTUREIngestion is not a typical route of industrial exposure.General Effects of ExposureAcute Effects of ExposureMaterial Name: MAKROLON LUMEN XT WARM-LOW DFLW3, TEXTUREPage: 1 of 6 Report version: 1.1Article Number: 83841339

For Product: MAKROLON LUMEN XT WARM-LOW DF LW3, TEXTUREGases and fumes evolved during the thermal processing or decomposition of this material may irritate theeyes, skin or respiratory tract.Chronic Effects of ExposureFor Product: MAKROLON LUMEN XT WARM-LOW DF LW3, TEXTURENot expected to cause any adverse chronic health effects.Carcinogenicity:No Carcinogenic substances as defined by IARC, NTP and/or OSHA3. Composition/Information on IngredientsHazardous componentsThis material is not hazardous under the criteria of the Federal OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29CFR 1910.1200.4. First aid measuresEye contactIn case of contact, flush eyes with plenty of lukewarm water.Skin contactCool melted product on skin with plenty of water. Do not remove solidified product. Get medical attentionif thermal burn occurs.InhalationMove to fresh air in case of accidental inhalation of dust or fumes from overheating or combustion.IngestionGet medical attention.5. Firefighting measuresSuitable extinguishing media:Water fog, Dry chemical, Carbon dioxide (CO2)Special Fire Fighting ProceduresFirefighters should be equipped with self-contained breathing apparatus to protect against potentially toxicand irritating fumes.Unusual Fire/Explosion HazardsToxic and irritating gases/fumes may be given off during burning or thermal decomposition.6. Accidental release measuresSpill and Leak ProceduresIf molten, allow material to cool and place into an appropriate marked container for disposal. Sweep up andMaterial Name: MAKROLON LUMEN XT WARM-LOW DFLW3, TEXTUREPage: 2 of 6 Report version: 1.1Article Number: 83841339

shovel into suitable containers for disposal.7. Handling and storageStorage temperature:maximum:49 °C (120.2 °F)Storage periodContainers should be tightly closed to prevent contamination with foreign materials andmoisture.Handling/Storage PrecautionsHandle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practices. Wash thoroughly after handling.Avoid creating dust.Further Info on Storage ConditionsProtect equipment (e.g. storage bins, conveyors, dust collectors) with explosion vents.8. Exposure controls/personal protectionCountry specific exposure limits have not been established or are not applicableIndustrial Hygiene/Ventilation MeasuresGeneral dilution and local exhaust as necessary to control airborne vapors, mists, dusts and thermaldecomposition products below appropriate airborne concentration standards/guidelines, especially duringcutting, grinding and high heat operations.Respiratory protectionIn the case of dust or aerosol formation use respirator with an approved filter.Hand protectionWear heat resistant gloves when handling molten material.Eye protectionSafety glasses with side-shieldsSkin and body protectionNo special skin protection requirements during normal handling and use.Additional Protective MeasuresEmployees should wash their hands and face before eating, drinking, or using tobacco products. Educateand train employees in the safe use and handling of this product. Purgings should be collected as small flatthin shapes or thin strands to allow for rapid cooling.9. Physical and chemical propertiesForm:Appearance:Color:Odor:solidsheetsWhiteodourlessMaterial Name: MAKROLON LUMEN XT WARM-LOW DFLW3, TEXTUREPage: 3 of 6 Report version: 1.1Article Number: 83841339

pH:Flash point:Lower explosion limit:Upper explosion limit:Vapour pressure:Solubility in Water:Autoignition temperature:Decomposition temperature:Softening point:Bulk density:not applicable> 450 °C (> 842 °F)Not EstablishedNot Establishednot applicableInsoluble> 450 °C (> 842 °F)Approximately 380 °C (716 °F)Begins at 70 °C (158 °F)Approximately 608.7 kg/m310. Stability and reactivityHazardous ReactionsHazardous polymerisation does not occur.StabilityStableMaterials to avoidNone known.Conditions to avoidNone known.Hazardous decomposition productsBy Fire and Thermal Decomposition: Phenol; Carbon oxides, Hazardous decomposition products due toincomplete combustion.11. Toxicological informationToxicity Data for MAKROLON LUMEN XT WARM-LOW DF LW3, TEXTUREToxicity NoteNo data available for this product.12. Ecological informationEcological Data for MAKROLON LUMEN XT WARM-LOW DF LW3, TEXTUREAdditional Ecotoxicological RemarksNo data available for this product.13. Disposal considerationsWaste Disposal MethodWaste disposal should be in accordance with existing federal, state and local environmental control laws.14. Transport informationMaterial Name: MAKROLON LUMEN XT WARM-LOW DFLW3, TEXTUREPage: 4 of 6 Report version: 1.1Article Number: 83841339

Land transport (DOT)Non-RegulatedSea transport (IMDG)Non-RegulatedAir transport (ICAO/IATA)Non-Regulated15. Regulatory informationUnited States Federal RegulationsOSHA Hazcom Standard Rating:US. Toxic Substances Control Act:Non-HazardousExcluded: Article.US. EPA CERCLA Hazardous Substances (40 CFR 302):ComponentsNoneSARA Section 311/312 Hazard Categories:Non-hazardous under Section 311/312US. EPA Emergency Planning and Community Right-To-Know Act (EPCRA) SARA Title IIISection 302 Extremely Hazardous Substance (40 CFR 355, Appendix A):ComponentsNoneUS. EPA Emergency Planning and Community Right-To-Know Act (EPCRA) SARA Title IIISection 313 Toxic Chemicals (40 CFR 372.65) - Supplier Notification Required:ComponentsNoneUS. EPA Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Composite List of Hazardous Wastesand Appendix VIII Hazardous Constituents (40 CFR 261)Under RCRA, it is the responsibility of the person who generates a solid waste, as defined in 40 CFR261.2, to determine if that waste is a hazardous waste.State Right-To-Know InformationThe following chemicals are specifically listed by individual states; other product specific health and safetydata in other sections of the MSDS may also be applicable for state requirements. For details on yourregulatory requirements you should contact the appropriate agency in your state.The concentrations reported below in units of parts per million (ppm) or parts per billion (ppb) aremaximum values.Massachusetts, New Jersey or Pennsylvania Right to Know Substance Lists:Weight percent Components CAS-No.>=1% Bisphenol A Polycarbonate 25971-63-5>=1% Bisphenol A Polycarbonate CAS# is a trade secret>=1% Bisphenol A Polycarbonate CAS# is a trade secretMA Right to Know Extraordinarily Hazardous Substance List:Material Name: MAKROLON LUMEN XT WARM-LOW DFLW3, TEXTUREPage: 5 of 6 Report version: 1.1Article Number: 83841339

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