Section 1: Chemical Product and Company Information

 

PRODUCT

 

NUMBER:

CAL 551-201

NAME:

CAL551-201 Novolac Topcoat

DESCRIPTION:

100% Solids Industrial Maintenance Coating for Metal, Concrete and Similar Substrates

 

 

MANUFACTURER

 

EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS

Calicorp, Inc.

629 Tandy Court

Chico, Ca.  95973

 

Domestic:

888.BATT.MAT

 

International:

530.228.8628

 

 

 

 

 

 

Section 2: Composition/Information on Ingredients

 

COMPONENT

%

CAS #

EXPOSURE LIMIT

RESIN

 

 

 

Novolac Resin

40%

28064-14-4

TLV PEL:  none established

HARDENER

 

 

 

Tris
(dimethylaminomethylphenol)

30% or less

90-72-2

Not available
 

 

Modified Polyamine

80% or less

Trade Secret

no established limit

 

 

Section 3: Hazards Identification

 

 

RESIN

HARDENER

Inhalation

LC50 (rabbits):  6000 mg/kg

LC50:  possible respiratory irritant if atomized

Skin Contact

LD50 (rabbits):  4000 mg/kg

Possible irritant, dermatitis in extreme

Eye Contact

Irritating

Severe irritant

Ingestion

LD50 (rabbits):  4000 mg/kg

LD50 (rats):  3000 mg/kg

Acute Overexposure

Irritation, possible sensitization

Irritation, possible sensitization, nausea

Chronic Overexposure

Skin sensitization, dermatitis

Skin sensitization, nausea, may be corrosive

 

 

Section 4: First Aid Measures

 

 

RESIN

HARDENER

Ingestion

If large amounts are ingested, induce vomiting if conscious.

Call physician immediately.

Give gener­ous amounts of water if conscious.

Do not induce vomiting.

Eyes

Immediately flush eyes with water for 15 minutes. Call physician.

Skin

Promptly wash with mild soap and water.

Inhalation

Remove to fresh air. Give oxygen if breathing is difficult.

 

 

Section 5: Fire Fighting Measures

 

 

RESIN

HARDENER

Flash Point

> 300o F (149o C)

> 200o F (93o C)

Extinguishing Media

Carbon Dioxide, foam, dry chemical

Special Procedures

Use a self-contained breathing apparatus.

NOTE: decomposition and combustion products may be toxic

 

 

Section 6: Accident Release Measures

 

 

RESIN

HARDENER

Steps to be taken if material is spilled

Shovel into closeable container for dis­posal.

Absorb into sand or other absorbent ma­terial. Shovel into closeable container and dis­pose of in professional manner.

 

Contains no VOCs. No special procedures are needed for accidental release containment and clean-up.

 

 

Section 7: Handling and Storage

 

HANDLING:

Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid freezing or extreme heat.

STORAGE:

Normal warehouse storage conditions acceptable.

 

 

Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

 

Ventilation Requirements

Good general mechanical ventilation and local exhaust

Specific Personal Protective Equipment

Organic chemical cartridge respirator if needed in non-vented area

Eyes

Splash-proof chemical goggles

Gloves

Impervious gloves

Other

Appropriate equipment to prevent probability of skin and eye contact.

 

Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties

 

 

 

RESIN

HARDENER

Specific Gravity

1.08

0.93

 

% Volatiles by volume

Nil

< .5%

 

Appearance/Odor

Light Amber

Brown/Slight sweet odor

 

Melting Point

< 0 degrees F (-18o C)

< 0 degrees F (-18o C)

 

Solubility in Water  (% by weight)

Negligible

Negligible

 

pH

ca 5

ca 10

 

 

 

Section 10: Stability and Reactivity

 

 

RESIN

HARDENER

Conditions contributing to in­stability

Stable

Do not heat in bulk as dan­gerous de­composition may occur, liberating toxic fumes.

Hazardous Decomposition Products

Carbon Monoxide, Carbon Dioxide, Phenolics

Carbon Monoxide, Carbon Dioxide, Phenolic Nitrogen Oxides and Compounds

Conditions Contributing to Hazardous Polymerization

Will not occur

Heating in bulk

 

 

Incompatibility

Strong oxidizers, strong acids and bases

Special Precautions

Can cause irritation; wear protective skin and eye equipment.

Do not heat in bulk; dangerous decomposition may occur, liberating toxic fumes.

 

 

Section 11: Toxicological Information

 

A skin and eye irritant. Moderately toxic by ingestion and skin contact.

 

COMPONENT

SAX TOXICITY EVALUATION

Novolac Resin

Not listed by NTP

Tris

 

Modified Polyamine

Moderately toxic by ingestion.  Mildly toxic by skin contact.  An eye irritant.

 

 

Section 12: Ecological Information

 

This product is not considered a hazardous waste under the RCRA.

 

Section 13: Disposal Considerations

 

 

RESIN

HARDENER

Aquatic Toxicity

Not available at this time

Not available at this time

 

 

Waste Disposal Method

Not considered hazardous under RCRA (40CFR 261) Dispose according to state, federal and local regulations.

 

 

Section 14: Transport Information

 

This product is not DOT regulated and is not considered a hazardous waste under the RCRA.

 

 

Section 15: Regulatory Information

 

OSHA:  None.

ACGIH:  None.

NIOSH Criterion Document:  None.

NFPA Hazard Rating:  Health (H): None.   Flammability (F): None.   Reactivity (R): None

 

 

Section 16: Other Information

 

OSHA      Occupational Safety and Health

ACGIH     American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists

NIOSH     National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health

NFPA       National Fire Protection Association

NTP         National Toxicology Program

 

 

 

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