MSDS

Formolene
®
Polypropylene Copolymer Plastic Resin . Page 1 of 5
MSDS Number:
PP002
Revision Date: 17 JUN 2010
Supersedes Date: 17 JUL 2009
Formosa Plastics Corporation, U.S.A.
Material Safety Data Sheet
1. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Product Name: Formolene
®
Polypropylene Copolymer Plastic Resin
Synonyms: 1-propene copolymer
Manufacturer: Formosa Plastics Corp., Texas
201 Formosa Drive
Point Comfort, TX 77978
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-Mail: [e-mail]
Emergency Contact: CHEMTREC (24 hrs) at [phone] (United States, Canada, Puerto Rico,
Virgin Islands) or [phone] (Other Countries)
Product Code: All grades
Product Use: Resin, extrusion and compounding, plastic molding, molded articles, films and
coatings.
Physical Description: Translucent, white pellets
Formula: (C
3
H
6
)
x
(C
2
H
4
)
y
2. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
Emergency Overview:
• Solid particles may cause transient irritation from mechanical abrasion.
• Molten material may cause thermal burns.
• Dust may form an explosive atmosphere when dispersed in air.
3. PRODUCT INGREDIENTS
Components Percent (%)
Polypropylene Copolymer 99.5+
CAS Number: 9010-79-1
GHS Classification: Not hazardous according to GHS criteria.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Eye Contact: Immediately flush eyes with water for at least 15 minutes. Hold eyelids open to
ensure adequate flushing. Do not rub the eyes. Get medical attention if irritation
develops.