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  1. Product and Company Identification:

    (Page 1 may be used as an emergency safety sheet)
    Trade name: Low Halogen PVC Compound 135300
    Chemical abstract no.: 9002-86-2
    Chemical family: Polyvinyl Chloride with additives
    NIOSH no.: KU9625000
    Chemical name: Polyvinyl chloride
    Synonyms: PVC Compound

  2. Composition:

    UN no.: Not clas Hazardous components:
    Polyvinyl Chloride, Antimony Trioxide
    R Phrases: R37

  3. Hazards Identification:

    Hard Grade PVC Compound 135300 is a pelletised granule and is either natural or black in colour. The compound has been designed for use as a low halogen PVC compound on Power Cables and conforms to SABS 1411 Part 2. The compound is very stable in its natural form and the normal precautionary measures should be taken when any contact is made with the material or in case of a fire.
    Eye effects: eyes: Fumes generated during processing may cause irritation
    Health effects - skin: None, but avoid prolonged contact.
    Health effects - ingestion: Harmful as compounds contain
    lead stabilisers and antimony trioxide.
    Health effects - inhalation: Fumes generated during processing of PVC compound may cause irritation.
    Carcinogenicity: Not known
    Mutagenicity: Not known
    Neurotoxicity: Not known

  4. First Aid Measures:

    Product in eye: Flush eyes with clean water. Medical attention may be necessary if irritation persists.
    Product on skin: Wash with soap and water. For hot product, flush the affected area with cold water to dissipate heat. Do not remove material from the skin. Get prompt medical attention.
    Product ingested: Wash out mouth and give plenty of water to drink. Seek medical advice.
    Product inhaled: Remove from exposure to fresh air. Seek medical advice.

  5. Fire Fighting Measures:

    Extinguishing media: CO2, Dry Chemical, Fog or Regular Foam may be used.
    Special hazards: The product is nonflammable and nonexplosive under normal conditions of use. When forced to burn, the major gaseous products are carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen chloride and water. Flame retardant additives ensure that the minimum quantity of hydrogen chloride is released.
    Protective clothing: An approved positive pressure self-contained apparatus must be worn.

  6. Accidental Release Measures:

    Personal precautions: Pellets may cause slippage on hard surfaces
    Environmental precautions: No data is available on the adverse effects of this product on the enviroment.
    Small spills: Sweep up and discard in waste containers (recycle if possible).
    Large spills: May be disposed of by landfill as per local regulations

  7. Handling and Storage:

    Suitable material: Keep stainless steel container tightly closed in a well ventilated place.
    Handling/storage precautions: Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
    Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.

  8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection:

    Engineering control measures: Ventilation requirements – local exhaust
    Personal protection - respiratory: Use approved dust respirators
    Personal protection - hand: Minimise contact with product. Wear gloves.
    Personal protection - eye: Wear safety glasses with side shields, goggles or face shield for protection against dust
    Personal protection - skin: Minimise contact with product. Wear gloves and / or suitable long sleeved clothing

  9. Physical and Chemical Properties:

    Appearance: Pellets or Granules
    Odour: Faint soap like
    pH: Not applicable
    Boiling point: Not applicable
    Melting point: > 150ºC
    Flash point:> 450ºC
    Flammability: N/A
    Vapour pressure: N/A
    Density: 1.4 – 1.6
    Solubility - water: Insoluble

    Solubility - solvent: Miscible in Cyclohexanone, Tetrahydofuran

  10. Stability and Reactivity:

    Conditions to avoid: Polyvinyl chloride is stable under normal conditions.
    Incompatible materials: Polyvinyl chloride is incompatible with strong oxididsing agents like sulphuric acid (>90%) and nitric acid (>50%).
    Strong inorganic acids will attack the polymer at temperatures > 60ºC.
    Halogens like romine and fluorine attack Polyvinyl chloride at room temperature and can result in violent reactions.
    Hazardous decomposition products: Thermal decomposition can result in the release of toxic vapours of hydrogen chloride, carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide.

  11. Toxicological Information:

    Acute toxicity: High concentrations of dust may irritate the upper respiratory tract. Vapour released during hot processing may cause respiratory irritation.
    Skin and eye contact : Repeated skin contact can cause irritation and abrasion. Direct eye contact can range from irritation to abrasion
    Chronic toxicity: Chronic inhalation of dusts can cause pulmonary damage, blood effects and abnormal liver function.
    Carcinogenicity: Polyvinyl chloride is a questionable carcinogen with experimental tumorigenic data.
    Mutagenicity: Not known
    Neurotoxicity: Not known
    Reproductive hazards: Not known

  12. Ecological Information:

    Aquatic toxicity - fish: Unlikely to be hazardous to aquatic life
    Aquatic toxicity – daphnia : Unlikely to be hazardous
    Aquatic toxicity – algae : Unlikely to be hazardous
    Biodegradability: PVC shows no evidence for biodegradability in water or soil
    Bio-accumulation: The product has no potential for bioaccumulation.
    Mobility: The product has no mobility in soil and can be substantially removed from effluent water in biological treatment processes

  13. Disposal Considerations:

    Disposal methods: Disposal should be in accordance with local, regional or national legislation.
    Disposal of packaging: N/A

  14. Transport Information:

    PVC compounds are not listed as hazardous chemical substances and hence is not classified as dangerous for transport.

  15. Regulatory Information:

    Risk phrases: R37 – Irritating to respiratory system
    Safety phrases:S20/21 – When using, do not eat, drink or smoke
    S22 – Do not breathe dust
    S45 – in case of an accident or if you do not feel well, seek medical advice immediately
    S51 – Use only in well-ventilated areas