MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

SECTION 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

Product Name:         Silicone Defoamer
Product Number:      C-01220
Product Use/Class:  PD
Revision Date:          9/10/01

Supplier/Manufacturer:
Kalcor Coatings Company
37721 Stevens Blvd.
Willoughby, Ohio 44094
Phone:  440-946-4700

Chemtrec:  800-424-9300

SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Exposure Limits:   

(See Section 14 for abbreviation legend)

SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Overexposure - Eye:  This material can cause severe eye irritation, redness, tearing or blurred vision.

Overexposure - Skin:  This material may cause skin irritation.  Prolonged or repeated contact may cause redness, burning, defatting or dermatitis.  This product is not known to be a skin sensitizer. 

Overexposure - Inhalation:  This material may be irritating to the nose, throat or respiratory tract.

Overexposure - Ingestion:  Can cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting or diarrhea.  Aspiration of material into lungs (during swallowing or vomiting) can cause chemical pneumonitis which can be fatal.

Overexposure - Chronic Hazards:  No known effects.

Medical Conditions Aggravated:  Preexisting eye, skin and respiratory disorders may be aggravated by exposure to this product.

Primary Route(s) of Entry:  Inhalation

SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES

Eye Contact:  Flush immediately with copious quantities of running water for at least 15 minutes.  Take to a physician for definitive medical treatment.

Skin Contact:  Remove from skin using soap and water.  Remove and launder contaminated clothing.

Inhalation:  Remove from exposure.  Move to fresh air, seek medical attention.

Ingestion:  If swallowed, DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING.  Keep head below hips.  Get immediate medical attention.

SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

Flash Point:  N.A.

Lower Explosive Limit:  N.A.

Upper Explosuve Limit:  N.A.

Autoingition Temperature:  N.A.

Extinguishing Media:  CO2, Water Fog

Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards:  Closed containers may explode when exposed to extreme heat.

Special Firefighting Procedures:  Use full protective equipment, including self-contained breathing apparatus with full face shield and positive pressure mode to protect firefighters from hazardous combustion products.

SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Steps to be taken in case of material is released or spilled:  Avoid breathing vapors.  Dike area to prevent material from entering drains or sewers.  Remove with inert absorbent.

SECTION 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE

Handling:  Keep away from open flame.  Warnings apply to empty containers.

Storage:  Do not store above 120º F.  Keep containers tightly closed.  Store large quantities in buildings designed to comply with OSHA 1910.106.  Keep from freezing.

SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Engineering Controls:  Provide local exhaust ventilation/general dilution in volume and pattern to keep TLV and LEL of most hazardous ingredient below limits.  Heavy solvent vapors should be removed from lower levels of area.

Respiratory Protection:  In open areas use NIOSH approved mechanical respirator to remove solid airborne particles of overspray during spray application.  In restricted ventilation areas use NIOSH approved chemical and mechanical filters designed to remove a combination of particulate and vapor.  In confined areas use NIOSH approved air line type respirator or hood.

Skin Protection:  Gloves made of impervious materials are recommended for prolonged or repeated contact with this product.

Eye Protection:  Use safety eyewear designed to protect against splash of liquid.  Do not use this material while wearing contact lenses.

Other Protective Equipment:  Avoid prolonged contact with contaminated clothing.  Launder contaminated clothing before reuse.

Hygienic Practices:  Wash hands before smoking or eating.  Observe accepted good hygiene practices.

SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

(See Section 14 for abbreviation legend)

SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Conditions to Avoid:  None established.

Incompatibility:  Strong oxidizing agents.

Hazardous Decomposition Products:  Heat may cause product to decompose. Toxic fumes such as CO, CO2 or various hydrocarbons may be produced.

Hazardous Polymerization:  Will not occur under normal conditions.

Stability:  This product is stable under normal storage conditions.

SECTION 11 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Disposal Method:  Dispose of in accordance with local, state and federal regulations.  Do not incinerate closed containers.  Before attempting clean up, refer to hazard caution information in other sections of this sheet.

SECTION 12 - TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION

No transportation information is available.

SECTION 13 - REGULATORY INFORMATION

U.S. Federal Regulations:  As follows -

OSHA:  Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).

CERCLA - SARA Hazard Category:  This product has been reviewed according to the EPA "Hazard Categories" promulgated under Sections 311 and 312 of the Superfund Amendment and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA Title III) and is considered, under applicable definitions, to meet the following categories:

Chronic Health Hazard

SARA Section 313:  This product contains the following substances subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 and 40 CFR Part 372:

No SARA Section 313 components exist in this product.

International Regulations:  As follows -

Canadian WHMIS:  This MSDS has been prepared in compliance with Controlled Product Regulations except for use of the 16 headings.

Canadian WHMIS Class:  No information available.

SECTION 14 - OTHER INFORMATION

HMIS Ratings:  Health:  1*; Flammability:  1; Reactivity: 0

Previous MSDS Revision Date:  01/05/01

Legend:  N.A. - Not applicable; N.E. - Not established; N.D. - Not determined

IMPORTANT:  Do not take internally.  Do not cut, braze or weld cured coating without NIOSH approved respirator or appropriate ventilation.  KEEP CONTAINER CLOSED WHEN NOT IN USE.

The information contained on this MSDS has been derived from raw material supplier's MSDS and should be accurate.  However, it is the responsibility of the user to comply with all Federal, State and Local laws and regulations.

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