Corian® MSDS - DuPont

The MSDS format adheres to the standards and regulatory requirementsof the United States and may not meet regulatory requirementsin other countries.DuPont Page 1Material Safety Data Sheet----------------------------------------------------------------------"CORIAN" SOLID SURFACE MATERIALCOR001Revised 2-JUL-2004--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------CHEMICAL PRODUCT/COMPANY IDENTIFICATION----------------------------------------------------------------------Material IdentificationCorian is a registered trademark of DuPont.Company IdentificationMANUFACTURER/DISTRIBUTORDuPont1007 Market StreetWilmington, DE 19898PHONE NUMBERSProduct Information : 1-(800)441-7515Transport Emergency : 1-(800)424-9300 (CHEMTREC)Medical Emergency : 1-(800)441-3637----------------------------------------------------------------------COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS----------------------------------------------------------------------ComponentsMaterial CAS Number %"Corian" Solid Surface Material 100Exposure limits may be applicable for thefollowing:Methyl Methacrylate

COR001 DuPont Page 2Material Safety Data Sheet(HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION - Continued)"Corian" Solid Surface Material does not offgas at roomtemperature. At higher temperatures, small amounts ofmethyl methacrylate and butyl acrylate can be released, theamounts of which are dependent upon temperature, time andother variables.Methyl methacrylate and butyl acrylate vapors can irritateeyes, skin, nose and throat and can cause allergic skinrashes. Overexposure to vapors of methyl methacrylate cancause headache, nausea, weakness and lung irritation withcough, discomfort and shortness of breath.Individuals with preexisting diseases of the lungs or skinmay have increased susceptibility to the effects ofoverexposure to methyl methacrylate or butyl acrylate.Carcinogenicity InformationNone of the components present in this material at concentrationsequal to or greater than 0.1% are listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA or ACGIHas a carcinogen.----------------------------------------------------------------------FIRST AID MEASURES----------------------------------------------------------------------First AidINHALATIONNo specific intervention is indicated as the compound is notlikely to be hazardous by inhalation.However, if large amounts of dust are inhaled, or if exposed tofumes from overheating or combustion, remove to fresh air.Consult a physician if breathing is difficult or if symptomspersist.SKIN CONTACTThe compound is not likely to be hazardous by skin contact butcleansing the skin after use is advisable.EYE CONTACTIn case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of waterfor at least 15 minutes. Call a physician.INGESTIONNo specific intervention is indicated as compound is not likely tobe hazardous by ingestion. Consult a physician if necessary.Print Date: 6 - 20 - 2005

COR001 DuPont Page 3Material Safety Data Sheet----------------------------------------------------------------------FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES----------------------------------------------------------------------Flammable Properties"Corian" Solid Surface Material can be combusted only withdifficulty.Hazardous gases/vapors produced in a fire are carbonmonoxide, methyl methacrylate, butyl acrylate and aldehydes.Extinguishing MediaWater, Dry Chemical, CO2, Foam.Fire Fighting InstructionsKeep personnel removed and upwind of fire. Wear self-containedbreathing apparatus.----------------------------------------------------------------------ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES----------------------------------------------------------------------Safeguards (Personnel)NOTE: Review FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES and HANDLING (PERSONNEL)sections before proceeding with clean-up. Use appropriatePERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT during clean-up.Spill Clean UpRecover undamaged and minimally contaminated material for reuseand reclamation.----------------------------------------------------------------------HANDLING AND STORAGE----------------------------------------------------------------------Handling (Personnel)Avoid breathing dust.Avoid breathing fumes generated during heating.Temperatures reached while thermoforming "Corian" SolidSurface Material are high enough to release some methylmethacrylate or butyl acrylate. Machining operations duringfabrication, such as sawing, sanding or routing, createfriction and may result in temperatures high enough torelease small amounts of methyl methacrylate or butylacrylate at the cutting tool surface.Print Date: 6 - 20 - 2005

COR001 DuPont Page 4Material Safety Data Sheet----------------------------------------------------------------------EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION----------------------------------------------------------------------Engineering ControlsUse ventilation that is adequate to keep employee exposureto airborne concentrations below recommended limits.Provide for appropriate exhaust ventilation and dustcollection at machinery.Personal Protective EquipmentEYE/FACE PROTECTIONWear safety glasses during operations such as sawing,sanding, drilling or routing.RESPIRATORSDuring grinding, sanding, or sawing operations, if airborneparticulate concentrations are expected to exceedpermissible exposure limits, use a half face NIOSH approvedair purifying respirator with type N100 filter. Respiratorsshould be selected based on the form and concentration ofthe contaminant in air and in accordance with OSHARespiratory Protection Standard CFR 1910.134.PROTECTIVE CLOTHINGWear leather or cotton gloves when handling large pieces andduring operations such as sawing, routing or drilling.Exposure GuidelinesExposure Limits"CORIAN" SOLID SURFACE MATERIALAEL * (DuPont): Polymethyl Methacrylate10 mg/m3, 8 Hr. TWA, total dust5 mg/m3, 8 Hr. TWA, respirable dustPEL (OSHA):Particulates (Not Otherwise Regulated)15 mg/m3, 8 Hr. TWA, total dust5 mg/m3, 8 Hr. TWA, respirable dustTLV (ACGIH):Particulates (Insoluble) Not OtherwiseClassified10 mg/m3, Inhalable particulate8 Hr. TWA;3 mg/m3, Respirable particulate8 Hr. TWAPrint Date: 6 - 20 - 2005

COR001 DuPont Page 5Material Safety Data SheetOther Applicable Exposure LimitsMethyl MethacrylatePEL (OSHA) : 100 ppm, 410 mg/m3, 8 Hr. TWATLV (ACGIH) : 50 ppm, 8 Hr. TWA, STEL 100 ppm, A4SensitizerAEL * (DuPont): None EstablishedButyl AcrylatePEL (OSHA) : None EstablishedTLV (ACGIH) : 2 ppm, 8 Hr. TWA, A4SensitizerAEL * (DuPont): 2 ppm, 8 & 12 Hr. TWA, Skin* AEL is DuPont’s Acceptable Exposure Limit. Where governmentallyimposed occupational exposure limits which are lower than the AELare in effect, such limits shall take precedence.----------------------------------------------------------------------PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES----------------------------------------------------------------------Physical Data% Volatiles : 0 % at room temperatureSolubility in Water : InsolubleForm: Sheets and shaped articlesSpecific Gravity : 1.74-1.78----------------------------------------------------------------------STABILITY AND REACTIVITY----------------------------------------------------------------------Chemical StabilityStable at normal temperatures and storage conditions.Incompatibility with Other MaterialsNone reasonably foreseeable.DecompositionThermal decomposition can release methyl methacrylate andbutyl acrylate.PolymerizationPolymerization will not occur.Print Date: 6 - 20 - 2005

COR001 DuPont Page 6Material Safety Data Sheet----------------------------------------------------------------------ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION----------------------------------------------------------------------Ecotoxicological InformationAquatic ToxicityNo information available.Toxicity is expected to be low based on insolubility inwater.----------------------------------------------------------------------DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS----------------------------------------------------------------------Waste DisposalPreferred options for disposal are (1) recycling,(2) incineration with energy recovery, and (3) landfill.Treatment, storage, transportation, and disposal must be inaccordance with applicable Federal, State/Provincial, andLocal regulations.----------------------------------------------------------------------TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION----------------------------------------------------------------------Shipping InformationDOTNot Regulated.Shipping Information -- CanadaThis material is Not Regulated.----------------------------------------------------------------------REGULATORY INFORMATION----------------------------------------------------------------------U.S. Federal RegulationsTSCA Inventory Status: In compliance with TSCA Inventoryrequirements for commercial purposes.State Regulations (U.S.)SUBSTANCES ON THE PENNSYLVANIA HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES LIST PRESENTAT A CONCENTRATION OF 1 % OR MORE (0.01% FOR SPECIAL HAZARDOUSSUBSTANCES)- None known.WARNING - SUBSTANCES KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSECANCER, BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM- None known.SUBSTANCES ON THE NEW JERSEY WORKPLACE HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE LISTPRESENT AT A CONCENTRATION OF 1% OR MORE (O.1% FOR SUBSTANCESIDENTIFIED AS CARCINOGENS, MUTAGENS OR TERATOGENS)- None known.Print Date: 6 - 20 - 2005

COR001 DuPont Page 7Material Safety Data SheetCanadian RegulationsWHMIS Classification:(REGULATORY INFORMATION - Continued)WHMIS- Exempt/Manufactured article.DSL- Exempt/ Article.----------------------------------------------------------------------OTHER INFORMATION----------------------------------------------------------------------Additional InformationMEDICAL USE: CAUTION: Do not use in medical applicationsinvolving permanent implantation in the human body. For othermedical applications see DuPont CAUTION Bulletin No. H-50102.----------------------------------------------------------------------The data in this Material Safety Data Sheet relates only to thespecific material designated herein and does not relate to use incombination with any other material or in any process.Responsibility for MSDS : DuPont Surfaces ProductsAddress: Chestnut Run PlazaWilmington, DETelephone : 302-999-4594This information is based upon technical information believed to bereliable. It is subject to revision as additional knowledge andexperience is gained.End of MSDSPrint Date: 6 - 20 - 2005