M A T E R I A L S A F E T Y D A T A S H E E T Rev 22200.04B
For Coating, Resins, and Related Materials NPCA 1-84
MANUFACTURER'S NAME EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NO.
BENJAMIN MOORE & Co. 800-424-9300 (CHEMTREC)
51 CHESTNUT RIDGE RD.
MONTVALE, NJ 07645
DATE OF PREPARATION INFORMATION TELEPHONE
04-APR-97 (Sup. 14-NOV-94) 201-573-9600
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SECTION I - PRODUCT ID
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HMIS CODE SARA TITLE 312
PRODUCT CODE: 222 | | | Acute: NO |
CLASS: WATER THINNED PAINT | Health: 1* | | Chronic: YES |
NAME: ENHANCE VINYL LATEX FLAT | Flammability: 0 | | Fire: NO |
COLOR: ALL | Reactivity: 0 | | Pressure: NO |
| Personal Prot.: E| | React: NO |
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SECTION II - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
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INGREDIENT MAX PCT CAS NO.
TLV PEL STEL CEIL MM Hg TEMP
Titanium Dioxide (f*) 11.8 13463677
10mg/m3 10mg/m3 N/E N/E N/A
Calcium Carbonate (f*) 35.7 471341
10mg/m3 5mg/m3 N/E N/E N/A
Silica, Crystalline 1.5 14808607
(f*n) .1mg/m3 .1mg/m3 N/E N/E N/A
Diatomaceous Earth 5.3 61790532
(f*n) 10mg/m3 5mg/m3 N/E N/E N/A
Carbon Black (f*n) 1.2 1333864
3.5mg/m3 3.5mg/m3 N/E N/E N/A
Hydrous Alum Silicates 6.3 1332587
(f*) 10mg/m3 10mg/m3 N/E N/E N/A
f Federal Hazard List
* Hazardous only as dust when product is sanded.
3 Sect. 313 of the Emergency Planning & Community Right-To-Know Act of 1986
and of 40 CFR 37
n New Jersey Label Law hazardous chemical
This product may contain small amounts of materials known to the
State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
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SECTION III - PHYSICAL DATA
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BOILING RANGE: N/A VAPOR DENSITY: HEAVIER THAN AIR
WEIGHT PER GAL: 10.7 - 12.4
EVAPORATION RATE: SLOWER THAN ETHER % VOLATILE VOLUME: 60.7 - 74.4
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SECTION IV - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
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FLAMMABILITY CLASSIFICATION: NOT REGULATED FLASH PT.: >250 F PMCC
LEL: Not Applicable
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: FOAM CO2 DRY CHEMICAL WATER FOG
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS:
Closed containers may burst if exposed to extreme heat or fire.
Toxic gases may form when product burns.
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING PROCEDURES:
Cool exposed containers with water. Use self-contained breathing apparatus.
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SECTION V - HEALTH HAZARD DATA
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EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE - ACUTE:
Inhalation - Causes nose and throat irritation.
Inhalation - Causes lung irritation.
Skin and Eye Contact - Primary irritation.
Ingestion of large amounts could cause serious injury.
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE - CHRONIC:
Inhalation statement: Sanding dust inhalation may cause lung damage.
Crystalline silica has been classified as probably carcinogenic for humans (2A)
by IARC. IARC has classified Carbon Black as possibly carcinogenic for humans
(2B).
MEDICAL CONDITIONS PRONE TO AGGRAVATION BY EXPOSURE:
None expected when used in accordance with Safe Handling and Use Information
(Section VIII).
PRIMARY ROUTE(S) OF ENTRY: DERMAL INHALATION INGESTION
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:
Inhalation - Remove to fresh air. Get medical help for any breathing
difficulty. Eye Contact - Flush thoroughly with water. Call physician.
Skin Contact - Wash with soap and water.
Ingestion - Drink 1 or 2 glasses of water to dilute. Do NOT induce vomiting.
Call physician.
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SECTION VI - REACTIVITY DATA
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STABILITY: STABLE HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION WILL NOT OCCUR
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Burning may produce carbon dioxide and carbon
monoxide.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Elevated temperatures
INCOMPATIBILITY (MATERIALS TO AVOID): None reasonably foreseeable.
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SECTION VII - SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
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STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED:
Flush with water. Absorb with sawdust or rags.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD: Conventional procedures in compliance with local, state
and federal regulations. Do not incinerate sealed containers.
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SECTION VIII - SAFE HANDLING AND USE INFORMATION
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RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:
Use NIOSH approved respirator specified for protection against paint spray
mist and sanding dust in restricted or confined areas.
VENTILATION: Adequate to maintain working atmosphere below T.L.V. and L.E.L.
(See Sect. II for ingredient data and concentrations). Mechanical exhaust may
be required in confined areas.
PROTECTIVE GLOVES: Waterproof during repeated contact.
EYE PROTECTION: Splash goggles or safety glasses with side shields.
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Clothing adequate to protect skin.
HYGIENIC PRACTICES: Remove and wash clothing before reuse. Wash hands before
eating, smoking or using the washroom.
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SECTION IX - SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
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PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORAGE:
Do not throw or drop containers.
OTHER PRECAUTIONS: Avoid contact with eyes and prolonged contact with skin or
breathing of spray mist or sanding dust. Close container after each use.
Keep out of reach of children. Do not take internally.