Safety data sheet

Carl Kammerling International Limited
Ethylene Vinyl Acetate (EVA) Copolymer Material Safety Data Sheet
3. Composition/information on ingredients
Formula Polymer: (C2H4)n-(C4H602)m
CAS-No. 24937-78-8
EC-No. 429-840-1
Mol Wt. varies, % VAM copolymer ranges from 4-22%
4. First Aid Measures
4.1. Description of first aid measures
Eye Contact: The product is an inert solid. Treat as for any foreign object in eye. Check for and remove any contact lenses.
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical
attention immediately if eyes are irritated.
Skin Contact: First aid is normally not required. For contact with hot products, immediately flush skin with plenty of cold water for at
least 15 minutes to dissipate heat. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Treat as for skin burns. Get medical attention.
Inhalation: For exposure to dusts, vapours and/or aerosols formed at elevated temperatures, move exposed person to fresh air. If
not breathing, if breathing is irregular or if respiratory arrest occurs, provide artificial respiration or oxygen by trained personnel.
Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Get medical attention immediately.
Ingestion: Not a likely route of exposure. Wash out mouth and water. Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical
personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention.
4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed:
Skin and eye burns from molten product. Skin and eye irritation from product dusts. Irritated respiratory tract from dust inhalation.
4.3. Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
5. Fire fighting measures
5.1. Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media: Water spray (fog), dry chemical, CO2, foams
Unsuitable extinguishing media: Do no use a water jet.
5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture:
Dusts may form explosive dust-air mixtures. Acetic acid and or vinyl acetate may be released at elevated temperatures or in a fire.
5.3. Advice for fire fighters:
Special protective equipment for fire fighters: Fire fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained
breathing apparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in positive pressure mode. Prevent mixing with alkali and amines
materials.
Further information: Promptly isolate the scene by removing all persons from the vicinity of the incident if there is a fire. No action
shall be taken involving an personal risk or without suitable training. Move containers from fire area if this can be done without risk.
Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. Do not allow fire extinguishing water to contaminate surface or groundwater
systems.
6. Accidental release measures
6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures:
Advice for non-emergency personnel: Evacuate the danger zone; follow emergency precautions. Secure emergency assistance
immediately. Avoid contact with the material; do not breathe dusts. If possible, provide additional ventilation.
Advice for emergency responders: Do not take action without proper training and emergency equipment. See Section 8 for
additional information. Evacuate surrounding areas. Eliminate all ignition sources including flares and all open flames. Avoid all
contact with spilled material. Maintain adequate ventilation and wear appropriate respiratory protection.
6.2. Environmental precautions:
Avoid dispersal of spilled material, runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers. Inform the relevant authorities if the
product has caused environmental pollution (sewers, waterways, soil or air).
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SAFETY DATA SHEET according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008, Regulation (EC) No.1907/2006 Ethylene vinyl acetate
copolymer, rev.2 01/2013