SAFETY DATA SHEET

Issuing Date 02-Sep-2016 Revision Date 30-Aug-2016 Revision Number 1

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1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE

COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
Product identifier

Product Name Pigment - Black

Product Code(s) 20-8505

(M)SDS Number 1346966_A

Other means of identification

UN-No. UN3082

Synonyms None

Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use

Recommended Use Laboratory use

Uses advised against No information available

Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Manufacturer Buehler

Manufacturer Address 41 Waukegan Rd

Lake Bluff, IL 60044
www.buehler.com

Phone number +1 847 295 6500

E-mail Address custserv@buehler.com

Emergency telephone number

Global Access Code: 334545

Americas: +1 760 476 3962 Asia Pacific: +1 760 476 3960
Middle East/Africa: +1 760 476 3959 Europe: +1 760 476 3961

2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).

Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2

Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A
Skin sensitization Category 1

GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements

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Emergency Overview
Signal word Warning

Hazard Statements
Causes skin irritation
Causes serious eye irritation
May cause an allergic skin reaction
Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Appearance Black Physical state Viscous liquid Odor Sweet

Precautionary Statements - Prevention

Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray
Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace
Wear eye/face protection

Precautionary Statements - Response

Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on this label)

Eyes
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention

Skin
IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water
Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse
If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention

Precautionary Statements - Storage

None

Precautionary Statements - Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC)

Not applicable

Unknown Toxicity
0 % of the mixture consists of ingredient(s) of unknown toxicity

Other information

Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Repeated or prolonged skin contact may cause allergic reactions with susceptible persons
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Interactions with Other Chemicals

No information available.

3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Chemical name CAS-No Percent Trade Secret

Bisphenol A - Epichlorohydrin polymer 25068-38-6 90 - 100% *
*The exact percentage (concentration) of composition has been withheld as a trade secret

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

First aid measures

General Advice Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.

Eye contact Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Keep
eye wide open while rinsing. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue
rinsing. Get medical attention if irritation develops and persists. Do not rub affected area.

Skin contact Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. May cause an
allergic skin reaction. In the case of skin irritation or allergic reactions see a physician.

Inhalation Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult,
(trained personnel should) give oxygen.

Ingestion Rinse mouth immediately and drink plenty of water. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. Do NOT induce vomiting. Call a physician.

Self-protection of the first aider Ensure that medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved, take precautions to
protect themselves and prevent spread of contamination.

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Most Important Symptoms and Burning sensation. Itching. Rashes. Hives.

Effects

Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

Notes to Physician May cause sensitization in susceptible persons. Treat symptomatically.

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5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable Extinguishing Media
Dry chemical, CO2, water spray or regular foam. Dike fire-control water for later disposal.

Unsuitable extinguishing media

Do not use halogenated extinguishing agents or foam. Do not scatter spilled material with high pressure water streams.

Specific hazards arising from the chemical

Some may burn but none ignite readily. Some may be transported hot.

Uniform Fire Code Sensitizer: Liquid

Combustible Liquid: III-B

Hazardous Combustion Products

Carbon oxides.

Explosion Data
Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact No.

Sensitivity to Static Discharge No.

Protective equipment and precautions for firefighters

As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full
protective gear.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Personal precautions Do not touch or walk through spilled material. Stop leak if you can do it without risk.

Other Information Refer to protective measures listed in Sections 7 and 8.

Environmental precautions

Environmental precautions Prevent entry into waterways, sewers, basements or confined areas.

Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Methods for containment Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.

Methods for cleaning up Take up with sand, earth or other non-combustible absorbent material. With clean shovel
place material into clean, dry container and cover loosely; move containers from spill area.
Soak up with inert absorbent material. Pick up and transfer to properly labeled containers.

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7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Precautions for safe handling

Handling Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Avoid contact with
skin, eyes or clothing. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Take off
contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Storage Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Store locked up.
Keep out of the reach of children.

Incompatible Products Strong acids. Strong oxidizing agents. Strong bases.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Control parameters

Exposure Guidelines This product, as supplied, does not contain any hazardous materials with occupational
exposure limits established by the region specific regulatory bodies

Appropriate engineering controls

Engineering Measures Showers

Eyewash stations
Ventilation systems

Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment

Eye/face protection If splashes are likely to occur:. Wear safety glasses with side shields (or goggles). None
required for consumer use.

Skin and body protection Wear protective gloves and protective clothing. Long sleeved clothing. Impervious gloves.

Respiratory protection No protective equipment is needed under normal use conditions. If exposure limits are
exceeded or irritation is experienced, ventilation and evacuation may be required.

Hygiene Measures Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Avoid contact with
skin, eyes or clothing. Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection. Do not eat, drink or
smoke when using this product.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Physical and Chemical Properties

Physical state Viscous liquid

Appearance Black Odor Sweet
Color No information available Odor Threshold No information available

Property Values Remarks Method

pH No data available
Melting / freezing point No data available None known
Boiling point / boiling range > 200°C / 392 °F

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Flash Point > 150°C / 302 F

Evaporation Rate No data available None known
Flammability (solid, gas) No data available None known
Flammability Limit in Air
Upper flammability limit No data available
Lower flammability limit No data available
Vapor pressure No data available None known
Vapor density No data available None known
Specific Gravity 1.24
Water Solubility Immiscible
Solubility in other solvents No data available None known
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/waterNo data available None known
Autoignition temperature No data available None known
Decomposition temperature No data available None known
Kinematic viscosity No data available None known
Dynamic viscosity No data available None known
Explosive properties No data available
Oxidizing properties No data available

Other Information

Softening Point No data available

Particle Size No data available
Particle Size Distribution

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Reactivity

No data available.

Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Possibility of Hazardous Reactions

None under normal processing.

Hazardous Polymerization
Hazardous polymerization does not occur.

Conditions to avoid
None known based on information supplied.

Incompatible materials
Strong acids. Strong oxidizing agents. Strong bases.

Hazardous Decomposition Products

Carbon oxides.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Information on likely routes of exposure

Product Information .

Inhalation Specific test data for the substance or mixture is not available. May cause irritation of
respiratory tract.

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Eye contact Specific test data for the substance or mixture is not available. (based on components).
May cause redness, itching, and pain. Causes serious eye irritation.

Skin contact Specific test data for the substance or mixture is not available. Causes skin irritation. (based
on components). Prolonged contact may cause redness and irritation.

Ingestion Specific test data for the substance or mixture is not available. Ingestion may cause
irritation to mucous membranes. Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea,
vomiting and diarrhea.

Component Information

Chemical name Oral LD50 Dermal LD50 Inhalation LC50

Bisphenol A - Epichlorohydrin = 11400 mg/kg ( Rat ) - -
polymer
25068-38-6

Information on toxicological effects

Symptoms Erythema (skin redness). May cause redness and tearing of the eyes. Itching. Rashes.
Hives.

Delayed and immediate effects as well as chronic effects from short and long-term exposure

Sensitization May cause sensitization in susceptible persons. May cause sensitization by skin contact.

Mutagenic Effects No information available.

Carcinogenicity Contains no ingredient listed as a carcinogen.

Reproductive toxicity No information available.

STOT - single exposure No information available.

STOT - repeated exposure No information available.

Chronic Toxicity No known effect based on information supplied.

Target Organ Effects Respiratory system. Eyes. Skin.

Aspiration Hazard No information available.

Numerical measures of toxicity Product Information

The following values are calculated based on chapter 3.1 of the GHS document

ATEmix (oral)
11,400.00 mg/kg

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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Ecotoxicity
Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Persistence and Degradability

No information available.

Bioaccumulation
No information available

Other adverse effects

No information available.

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Waste treatment methods

Disposal methods This material, as supplied, is not a hazardous waste according to Federal regulations (40
CFR 261). This material could become a hazardous waste if it is mixed with or otherwise
comes in contact with a hazardous waste, if chemical additions are made to this material, or
if the material is processed or otherwise altered. Consult 40 CFR 261 to determine whether
the altered material is a hazardous waste. Consult the appropriate state, regional, or local
regulations for additional requirements.

Contaminated Packaging Dispose of contents/containers in accordance with local regulations.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

DOT
UN-No. UN3082
Proper Shipping Name ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S.
Hazard Class 9
Packing Group III
Description UN3082, ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S.
(BISPHENOL A - EPICHLOROHYDRIN POLYMER), 9, III
Emergency Response Guide 171
Number

TDG
Proper Shipping Name ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S.
Description UN3082, ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S.
(BISPHENOL A - EPICHLOROHYDRIN POLYMER), 9, III

MEX
UN-No. UN3082
Proper Shipping Name ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S.
Hazard Class 9
Packing Group III
Description UN3082, ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S.
(BISPHENOL A - EPICHLOROHYDRIN POLYMER), 9, III

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ICAO
UN-No. UN3082
Proper Shipping Name ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S.
Hazard Class 9
Packing Group III
Description UN3082, ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S.
(BISPHENOL A - EPICHLOROHYDRIN POLYMER), 9, III

IATA
UN-No. UN3082
Proper Shipping Name ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S.
Hazard Class 9
Packing Group III
Description UN3082, ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S.
(BISPHENOL A - EPICHLOROHYDRIN POLYMER), 9, III

IMDG
UN-No. UN3082
Proper Shipping Name ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S.
Hazard Class 9
Packing Group III
EmS-No. F-A, S-F
Marine Pollutant Product is a marine pollutant according to the criteria set by IMDG/IMO
Description UN3082, ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S.
(BISPHENOL A - EPICHLOROHYDRIN POLYMER), 9, III

RID
UN-No. UN3082
Proper Shipping Name ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S.
Hazard Class 9
Packing Group III
Classification code M6
Description UN3082, ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S.
(BISPHENOL A - EPICHLOROHYDRIN POLYMER), 9, III
ADR/RID-Labels 9

ADR
UN-No. UN3082
Proper Shipping Name ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S.
Hazard Class 9
Packing Group III
Classification code M6
Tunnel restriction code (E)
Description UN3082, ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S.
(BISPHENOL A - EPICHLOROHYDRIN POLYMER), 9, III, (E)

ADN
UN-No. UN3082
Proper Shipping Name ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S.
Hazard Class 9
Packing Group III
Classification code M6
Special Provisions 274, 335, 375, 601
Description UN3082, ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S.
(BISPHENOL A - EPICHLOROHYDRIN POLYMER), 9, III
Hazard Labels 9
Limited Quantity 5L

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

International Inventories
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TSCA Complies
DSL All components are listed either on the DSL or NDSL.
IECSC -

TSCA - United States Toxic Substances Control Act Section 8(b) Inventory
DSL/NDSL - Canadian Domestic Substances List/Non-Domestic Substances List

US Federal Regulations

SARA 313
Section 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA). This product does not contain any
chemicals which are subject to the reporting requirements of the Act and Title 40 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 372

SARA 311/312 Hazard Categories

Acute Health Hazard Yes
Chronic Health Hazard No
Fire Hazard No
Sudden release of pressure hazard No
Reactive Hazard No

CWA (Clean Water Act)

This product does not contain any substances regulated as pollutants pursuant to the Clean Water Act (40 CFR 122.21 and 40
CFR 122.42)

CERCLA
This material, as supplied, does not contain any substances regulated as hazardous substances under the Comprehensive
Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA) (40 CFR 302) or the Superfund Amendments and
Reauthorization Act (SARA) (40 CFR 355). There may be specific reporting requirements at the local, regional, or state level
pertaining to releases of this material

US State Regulations

California Proposition 65
This product does not contain any Proposition 65 chemicals.

U.S. State Right-to-Know Regulations

This product does not contain any substances regulated by state right-to-know regulations.

International Regulations

Canada
WHMIS Hazard Class
Not determined

16. OTHER INFORMATION

NFPA Health Hazards 2 Flammability 1 Instability 0 Physical and
Chemical Hazards -
HMIS Health Hazards 2 Flammability 1 Physical Hazard 0 Personal Protection
X

Prepared By Product Stewardship

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Latham, NY 12110
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Issuing Date 02-Sep-2016
Revision Date 30-Aug-2016
Revision Note No information available

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