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Material Safety Data Sheet

 

Section 1 - Product Identification

 

Product Name: MFM Flex Clad 400™                                                CAS #: None/Mixture

Generic Name: Self Adhering Membranes                                       Formula: Mixture

Manufacturer: MFM Building Products Corp.                                Telephone: (740) 622-2645

Address:              P O Box 340

                              Coshocton, OH 43812

Trade Names:     MFM Flex Clad 400™

 

Section 2 - Ingredients

 

Ingredient Name

CAS #

%

Exposure Limits

Asphalt (see note)

8052-42-4

40-60

5 mg/m3 TWA as fume (ACGIH)

Styrene-butadiene-styrene block copolymer

9003-55-8

10-20

Not Established

Mineral Oil (see note)

64741-96-4

3-8

5 mg/m3 TWA as mist (ACGIH)

Calcium carbonate (see note)

1317-65-3

5-15

15 mg/m3 TWA respirable fraction (OSHA)

Note: Due to product form, exposure to dusts and fumes is not expected to occur. Exposure limits are given for reference only.

 

 

 

 

 

Section 3 - Hazard Identification

 

Emergency Overview

 

Appearance and Odor: Black pliable solid, asphalt odor.

 

Under normal conditions of use, this product is not expected to create any unusual emergency hazards.

 

Skin irritation may be treated by washing affected area with soap and warm water.

 

In the event of fire, use normal fire fighting procedures to prevent inhalation of smoke and gases.

 

 

Potential Health Effects

 

Summary:           Inhalation of dust or fumes from this product is unlikely to occur due to the product form and its intended use. Skin contact may result in mild irritation or allergic reaction following multiple exposures.

 

Acute (short-term) Health Effects:  Skin contact may result in irritation.

 

Chronic (long-term) Health Effects: Prolonged skin contact may result in skin sensitization (allergy), with possible irritation, redness or rash.

 

Target Organs: Skin.

 

Primary Routes of Entry: Skin contact.

 

Medical Conditions Which May Be Aggravated: Pre-existing skin diseases.

 

Symptoms of Overexposure

 

Inhalation:          Not applicable.

 

Skin:                    Temporary irritation or mild allergic type reactions may occur.

 

Absorption:         Not applicable.

 

Ingestion:            This product is not intended to be eaten under normal conditions of use. May cause severe irritation to the gastrointestinal tract if ingested.

 

Eye:                      Not applicable

 

Section 4 - First Aid Measures

 

Inhalation:          Not applicable.

 

Skin:                    Wash affected area with soap and warm water. Wash hands before eating, smoking or using the restroom. Do not eat or drink while working with this product. Avoid contact by wearing gloves.

 

Absorption:         Not applicable.

 

Ingestion:            This product is not intended to be eaten under normal conditions of use. Seek medical attention if ingested.

 

Eye:                      Not applicable

 

 

Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures

 

Flammable Properties:                                                               Explosive Limits:

Flash Point: Not Determined                                         LEL: Not Determined

Method: Not Determined                                                UEL: Not Determined

Flammable Limits: Not Determined                             Autoignition Temp: Not Determined

Flammable Classification: Not Determined               

Flame Propagation: Not Determined

 

Unusual Fire/Explosion Hazards:

 

There is no potential for fire or explosion.

 

 

Section 6 - Accidental Spill/Release Measures

 

Containment Procedures: Pick up small pieces.

 

Disposal:             Waste of this product is not defined as hazardous according to U.S. EPA (40 CFR 261.3). Comply with all local and state regulations when disposing of waste from this product.

 

Section 7 - Handling and Storage

 

Use protective equipment as described in Section 8 of this MSDS when handling uncontained material. Material should be kept dry and protected from the elements.

 

Section 8 - Exposure Control/Personal Protection

 

Summary:           Protective equipment should be provided as needed to prevent excessive skin contact. Wash hands and other exposed areas before eating, drinking, smoking or using the restroom.

 

Eye:                      Safety glasses.

 

Skin:                    Leather or cotton gloves.

 

Respiratory:       Not required.

 

Ventilation:        Not required.

 

Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties

 

Boiling Point:              Not Determined

Evaporation rate:         Not Applicable

Melting Point:              Not Determined

pH:                                  Not Applicable

Saturation in Air:       Not Applicable

Solids Content:            Not Determined

Specific Gravity:          Not Determined

Vapor Density:             Not Applicable

Viscosity:                      Not Applicable

VOC’s (g/l):                 0

Water Solubility:        Insoluble

Appearance and Odor: Black pliable solid, rubber and petroleum odor.

 

Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity

 

Product is stable. Hazardous polymerization will not occur.

 

Reactivity: The product is not reactive.

 

Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, various hydrocarbons, sulfur oxides.

Section 11 - Toxicological and Epidemiological Data

 

This product has not been tested as a separate entity. Therefore, the hazards must be evaluated on the basis of individual ingredients.. The hazards described in this document have been evaluated on a threshold of 1.0% for hazardous ingredients and 0.1% for all carcinogens.

 

Acute Effects:     Skin contact may result in irritation and possible allergic reactions. The LD50 and LC50 for this product have not been determined.

 

Chronic Effects: Prolonged skin contact may result in skin sensitization with possible irritation, redness or allergic reaction. Due to product form, exposure to dusts, mists or fumes is not expected to occur.

 

 

Section 12 - Ecological Information

 

None available at this time.

 

Section 13 - Disposal Considerations

 

This product is not regulated by the U.S. EPA under Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) regulations. Dispose of all waste in accordance with federal, state and local regulations.

 

Section 14 - Transport Information

 

U.S. Department of Transportation Shipping Classification: Not classified as a hazardous material.

 

Section 15 - Regulatory Information

 

U.S. Federal Regulations: This product has not been classified a carcinogen by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the National Toxicology Program (NTP) or the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC).

 

All ingredients in this product are TSCA listed.

 

There are no chemicals in this product regulated by SARA 313, CERCLA or TSCA12(b).

 

State Regulations: None

 

                               

Section 16 - Other Information

 

MSDS Revision Summary:

 

10/28/96                 Original Issue

01/10/97                 Typo

07/10/97                 Typo

03/12/98                 New Area Code

10/10/98                 Add Tradenames of new products

09/20/99                 Update due to ingredient changes

01/06/00                 Update Tradenames

02/09/00                 Update ingredients

08/03/00                 Update ingredients

 

At the date of preparation of the document, the foregoing information is believed to be accurate and is provided in good faith to comply with applicable Federal and state law. However, no warranty or representation with respect to such information is intended or given.