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Structural Epoxy Hardener- Safety Data Sheet

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STRUCTURAL EPOXY ADHESIVE PASTE TP HARDENER

STATEMENT OF HAZARDOUS NATURE

Hazardous according to criteria of Worksafe Australia

IDENTIFICATION

USE

Hardener portion of two part epoxy resin composition for bonding, patching or anchoring applications. Designed for use with resin portion of Structural Epoxy Adhesive Paste TP Resin.

PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION / PROPERTIES

OTHER PROPERTIES

Incompatible with strong oxidising substances.

INGREDIENTS

HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION

HEALTH EFFECTS

Swallowed:
May be harmful. May cause burns to mucous membranes.

Eyes:
Will cause severe eye irritation and may cause corneal burns. Must be promptly removed.

Skin:
Strong irritant. Repeated or prolonged skin contact can cause sensitisation.

Inhaled:
High vapour concentrations can irritate respiratory tract and eyes or sensitive skin.

FIRST AID

If any adverse reaction occurs transport IMMEDIATELY to hospital or doctor.

** TAKE A COPY OF THIS MSDS TO THE DOCTOR **

Swallowed:
Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth with plenty of water and if conscious induce copious drinking of water or milk. If symptoms persist or if large amount was ingested seek prompt medical assistance.

Eye:
Immediately: Hold eyelids open and flush eye for 15 minutes with water. Ensure inside of eyelid is flushed. If symptoms persist seek prompt medical attention.

Skin:
Remove contaminated clothing and footwear (while under safety shower if appropriate). Flush affected area with water for 5 minutes followed by washing with soap and water for a further 5 minutes. Rinse well and pat dry. If symptoms persist seek prompt medical assistance.

Inhaled:
Remove patient to fresh air (use respirator or Self Contained Breathing Apparatus - SCBA if concentration is high). Allow to rest. Provide artificial respiration if breathing stops. Treat for shock if required. Seek prompt medical assistance unless recovery is virtually immediate.

Chronic:
Prolonged or repeated skin exposure may cause sensitisation and asthma-like symptoms on subsequent exposures.

First Aid Facility:
Provide normal industrial first aid facilities, including eye wash stations and safety showers as appropriate.

Advice to Doctor:
Provide supportive care and treatment based on the patients reactions.

PRECAUTIONS FOR USE

EXPOSURE STANDARDS

(Worksafe Australia Exposure Standards May 1995)
WorkSafe Australia has not set exposure standards for the product or specific ingredients in the form available in the product. The standard for Isophorone is commended to users. Hazardous dusts may be released when cured product is ground or sanded.

ENGINEERING CONTROLS

Use in well ventilated area. Supplement ventilation as necessary to ensure exposure is minimised.

PERSONAL PROTECTION

Respiratory Protection

None required in normal usage. In confined spaces use Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) or air-supplied hoods. If cutting, grinding or sanding cured product use good quality dust mask and remove dusts promptly.

Eye Protection

Use goggles to AS 1337 when mixing, decanting or using.

Gloves

Wear solvent-resistant gloves complying with AS 2161.

Clothing

Wear Tyvec or cotton overalls fastened at the neck and wrist.

Industrial Hygiene

Follow normal industrial/chemical hygiene practices.

FLAMMABILITY

Product is a Combustible Liquid C1 with a flash point of 99°C.

SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION

STORAGE AND TRANSPORT

Hardener is a Corrosive Liquid. Store in accordance with AS 3780-94 and local regulations. Transport as Class 8 material UN 2735 PG III in accordance with the Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code, the International Air Transport Association (IMDG) Code or the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IATA) Dangerous Goods (DG) Regulations as applicable to mode of transport.

SPILLS AND DISPOSAL

Isolate spill with sand, scrape up, and mix both components to allow cure to inert compound. Disposal is unregulated once cured.

FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARD

May burn but will not ignite readily. Heat produces toxic vapours. Heat may cause violet rupture of containers.

DANGEROUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS

Oxides of nitrogen and carbon, and unburnt complex hydrocarbons may be formed during combustion.

SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING RECOMMENDATIONS

Keep uninvolved containers cool with water spray. Contain run off for later collection and controlled disposal.

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA

Foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide.

PRECAUTIONS

Wear Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) and full turn-out dress. Avoid contact with product or run off.

OTHER INFORMATION

Epoxy resins and curatives can be corrosive, so avoid contact with the skin and eyes, and avoid breathing vapours. After use and before eating, drinking or smoking, wash hands, arms and face thoroughly with soap and water.

ENVIRONMENTAL FATE

Toxic to aquatic life forms.

FURTHER INFORMATION

This MSDS summarises our best knowledge of the Health and Safety Information of the product and how to safely handle the product. Each user should read this MSDS and consider the information in the context of how the product will be handled and used in the workplace including in conjunction with other products.

Since we cannot anticipate or control the many different conditions under which this information and our products may be used, each user should review these recommendations in the specific context of the intended application and confirm that they are appropriate.

All components of this product are registered on the Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances.

CONTACT POINT

Peter Coundouris General Manager Svenic Australia (Contact Information below)

OTHER CONTACT

Poisons Information Centre 13 11 26