3M UK PLC 3M IRELAND 3M CENTRE, CAIN RD, 3M HOUSE, ADELPHI CENTRE, BRACKNELL, BERKSHIRE, RG12 8HT DUN LAOGHAIRE, CO. DUBLIN Tel: 01344 858000 Tel: 01 2803555 ======================================================================== MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET ======================================================================== Document id : 18-6943-7 Issue date : 24/08/2006 Version : 6.00 Supersedes date : 09/08/2006 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1 IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Tradename: VHB(TM) SURFACE CLEANER 3M Product ID: DT-2729-9063-1 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 2 COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Ingredient name and classification CAS number Percentage ------------------------------------- ------------------ ------------- ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL 67-63-0 90 - 100 EU Hazard Symbols and Risk Phrases: EU - Adaptation 26 (F, Xi; R:11-36-67) WATER 7732-18-5 Less Than 10 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 3 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Critical hazards: Irritant. Highly Flammable. Irritating to eyes. Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 4 FIRST-AID MEASURES ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Eye Contact: Flush eyes with large amounts of water. If signs/symptoms persist, get medical attention. Skin Contact: Wash affected area with soap and water. If signs/symptoms develop, get medical attention. Inhalation: Remove person to fresh air. If signs/symptoms develop, get medical attention. Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Get immediate medical attention. Give victim two glasses of water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 5 FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use fire extinguishers with class B extinguishing agents (e.g., dry chemical, carbon dioxide). Exposure Hazards: Closed containers exposed to heat from fire may build pressure and explode. Vapours may travel long distances along the ground or floor to an ignition source and flash back. Hazardous Decomposition: Carbon monoxide - During Combustion. Carbon dioxide - during combustion. Fire-Fighting Procedures: Water may not effectively extinguish fire; however, it should be used to keep fire-exposed containers and surfaces cool and prevent explosive rupture. Wear full protective equipment and a self-contained breathing apparatus. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Personal Precautions: Refer to other sections of this Material Safety Data Sheet for information regarding physical and health hazards, respiratory protection, ventilation, and personal protective equipment. Methods for Cleaning up: For larger spills, cover drains and build dykes to prevent entry into sewer systems or bodies of water. Working from around the edges of the spill inward, cover with bentonite, vermiculite, or commercially available inorganic absorbent material. Mix in sufficient absorbent until it appears dry. Seal the container. Evacuate unprotected and untrained personnel from hazard area. The spill should be cleaned up by qualified personnel. Remove all ignition sources such as flames, smoking materials, and electrical spark sources. Use only non-sparking tools. Ventilate the area with fresh air. For large spill, or spills in confined spaces, provide mechanical ventilation to disperse or exhaust vapours, in accordance with good industrial hygiene practice. Warning! A motor could be an ignition source and could cause flammable gases or vapours in the spill area to burn or explode. Contain spill. Cover spill area with a fire-extinguishing foam designed for use on solvents, such as alcohols and acetone, that can dissolve in water. An AR - AFFF type foam is recommended. Remember, adding an absorbent material does not remove a toxic, corrosivity or flammability hazard. Collect as much of the spilled material as possible using non-sparking tools. Clean up residue with detergent and water. Collect the resulting residue containing solution. Place in a suitable metal container. Dispose of collected material as soon as possible. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Incompatible Materials/Conditions: Store away from acids. Store away from heat. Store out of direct sunlight. Store away from oxidising agents. Fire Prevention: Ground containers securely when transferring contents. Wear low static or properly grounded shoes. Explosion Prevention: Keep away from heat, sparks, open flame, pilot lights and other sources of ignition. Static Prevention: Avoid static discharge. Precautions for Safe Handling: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash exposed areas thoroughly with soap and water. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid inhalation of vapours, mists or spray. Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact. Avoid eye contact with vapours, mists, or spray. For industrial or professional use only. Avoid contact with oxidising agents. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Eye Protection: Avoid eye contact with vapours, mists, or spray. Skin Protection: Gloves not normally required. Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact. Respiratory Protection: Avoid inhalation of vapours, mists or spray. Ingestion: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash exposed areas thoroughly with soap and water. Recommended Ventilation: Use with appropriate local exhaust ventilation. Exposure Limits: ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL (67-63-0) HSE WEL TWA: 400 ppm; 999 mg/m3 HSE WEL STEL: 500 ppm; 1250mg/m3 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Appearance and Odour: Colourless low viscosity liquid with an alcohol odour. pH: Not applicable Boiling point/boiling range: 82.4 C Melting point/melting range: Not applicable Flash point: 12 C Autoflammability: 425 C Vapour pressure: Not determined Water Solubility: Complete Specific gravity: 0.871 - 0.882 Vapour density: 2.07 Volatile organic compounds: 567 Percent Volatile: 100 % ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Conditions to Avoid: Sparks and/or Flames. Heat. Materials to Avoid: Strong oxidising agents. Stability and Reactivity: Hazardous polymerisation will not occur. Stable. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Effects from Eye Contact: Moderate Eye Irritation: Signs/symptoms may include redness, swelling, pain, tearing, and blurred or hazy vision. Effects from Skin Contact: Mild Skin Irritation: signs/symptoms may include localised redness, swelling, and itching. Effects from Inhalation: May be absorbed following inhalation and cause target organ effects. Upper Respiratory Tract Irritation: Signs/symptoms may include cough, sneezing, nasal discharge, headache, hoarseness, and nose and throat pain. Effects from Ingestion: May be absorbed following ingestion and cause target organ effects. Gastrointestinal Irritation: Signs/symptoms may include abdominal pain, nausea, diarrhoea and vomiting. Other Effects and Information: Central Nervous System (CNS) Depression: Signs/symptoms may include headache, dizziness, drowsiness, incoordination, nausea, slowed reaction time, slurred speech, giddiness, and unconsciousness. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Ecotoxicity Data: Not determined. Special statements for 2001/58/EC: A conservative assessment indicates this product presents a low environmental risk. Components released to the environment through use and disposal are expected to have minimal environmental impact. Other Effects and Information: Product usages, or other lifecycle stages, are expected to release volatile organic compounds (VOCs) to the atmosphere. Regulations may restrict the release of VOCs because they contribute to the formation of ozone and smog. Regulatory definitions for VOC vary. Because of smog and other impacts, releases through evaporation or other means should be minimised to the extent possible. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Product as Sold: Incinerate in a permitted hazardous waste incinerator. As a disposal alternative, dispose of waste product in a permitted hazardous waste facility. Potential for Recycling: Reclaim solvent if feasible. Special Instructions: Since regulations vary, consult applicable regulations or authorities before disposal. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION ------------------------------------------------------------------------ UN NUMBER: UN number: UN1219 UK ROAD/SEA FREIGHT (IMO) CLASSIFICATION: Substance Identification Number: UN1219 Class: 3 Packing Group: II Proper Shipping Name: ISOPROPANOL ADR/RID CLASSIFICATION: Class: 3 ADR classification: F1 ICAO/IATA CLASSIFICATION: Class: 3 Sub-Risk: Not applicable. Packing Group: II Proper Shipping Name: ISOPROPANOL ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 15 REGULATORY INFORMATION ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Disclosable Ingredients: ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL Symbol(s): (Xi) St. Andrew's Cross (Irritant). (F) Flame (Highly Flammable). Risk Phrases: (R11) Highly Flammable. (R36) Irritating to eyes. (R67) Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness. Safety Phrases: Keep away from sources of ignition - No Smoking. Use only in well ventilated areas. Do not breathe vapour. S24/25 Avoid contact with the skin and eyes. S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S28A After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of soap and water. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 16 OTHER INFORMATION ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Regulatory Information: The following UK Regulations as amended may affect the product as supplied: The Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging for supply) Regulations, as amended. The Carriage of Dangerous Goods (Classification, Packaging and Labelling) and use of Transportable Pressure Receptacles Regulations 1996, as amended. Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road regulations, 1996, as amended. The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 1999 as amended. The Special Waste Regulations 1996, as amended. The Environmental Protection Act, 1990 The Health and Safety at Work Act, 1974. Reissue date/Reason for reissue. Updated sections 7, 10. Intended Use of Product: To clean surfaces prior to bonding with VHB(TM) tapes. The information on this Data Sheet is based on our experience and is correct to the best of our knowledge at the date of publication, but we do not accept any liability for any loss, damage or injury resulting from its use (except as required by law). The information may not be valid for any use not referred to in this Data Sheet or use of the product in combination with other materials. For these reasons, it is important that customers carry out their own test to satisfy themselves as to the suitability of the product for their own intended applications.