PACIFIC ECHO, INC.

23540 Telo Avenue, Torrance, CA 90505

Phone: 310-539-1822 / Fax: 310-539-5826

 

 

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

This MSDS conforms to the Voluntary Draft Form in order to comply with OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200 for the U.S. Department of Labor (see 29 CFR 19100.1200, page 894, Item 4 "Complex Mixtures" ).

Section I Product Identification

Manufacturer’s Name and Adress: Pacific Echo, Inc.

23540 Telo Avenue

Torrance, CA 90505

Emergency Phone Number: 310-539-1822

Chemical Name: Not Applicable – blended material

 

Section IIA Hazardous Ingredients

Residual Vinyl Chloride Monomer. Note: Vinyl Chloride Monomer (VCM) is an OSHA regulated material. Please refer to OSHA 1910.1017 for complete details.

Material heated to 350° F has less than 0.01 parts VCM per million parts air. No employee may be exposed to concentrations greater than 1.0 PPM.

 

Section IIB

PACIFIC ECHO, INC. certifies that all ingredients and/or materials used in the manufacture of our vinyl (plastic) compounds have been requested in accordance to the rules of the Toxic Substances Control Act.

 

Section III Physical Description

Specific Gravity: Varies with formulation. Normal range is 0.99 to 1.50

Solubility in Water: Negligible

Particle Size: Granular Powder or 1/8" pellets

Appearance and Odor: Transparent, white or colored powders and pellets. Odor negligible

to mild depending on compound.

 

Section IV Fire and Explosion Data

Self Ignition (ASTM D1929): +850° F

Extinguishing Media: Water and ABC Dry Powder

Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus

Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: None

 

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PACIFIC ECHO, INC.

23540 Telo Avenue, Torrance, CA 90505

Phone: 310-539-1822 / Fax: 310-539-5826

 

 

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Section V Health and Hazard Data

PACIFIC ECHO, INC. compounds are not reactive in any fashion and are stable. Overheating of our compounds can generate hydrochloric acid, which could be an irritant to the eyes, nose and throat. Emergency and first aid procedures – Remove to fresh air.

 

Section VI Reactivity Data

 

Stability: Stable

Incompatibility: In processing equipment, avoid contact with acetal and/or

acetal copolymers or with amine-containing materials. They

will result in decomposition.

Hazardous Decomposition Products: CO, CO2, and HCL

Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur

 

Section VII Spill or Leak Procedures

Sweep, shovel or vacuum for reuse or disposal in accordance with state, local or federal regulations.

 

Section VIII Special Protection Information

Respiratory Protection: None needed

Ventilation: Local exhaust may be needed to control vapors at high temperatures

Other Protection: Unnecessary, but goggles are recommended as good practice.

 

Section IX Special Precautions

  1. Avoid breathing inside bags
  2. Use in ventilated area
  3. Cool product or regrind before placing in container to avoid decomposition
  4. Prevent accumulation on floor to prevent slipping