MSDS

Formolene
®
Polypropylene Copolymer Plastic Resin . Page 3 of 5
MSDS Number:
PP002
Revision Date: 17 JUN 2010
Supersedes Date: 17 JUL 2009
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS & PERSONAL PROTECTION
Eye Protection: Wear safety glasses with side shields, goggles or face shield.
Skin Protection: Wear appropriate gloves when handling hot material.
Respiratory Protection: None required under normal conditions of use.
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation during dust producing operations.
Required Work/Hygiene
Procedure:
Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke in work area. If
unusual exposures are expected, an industrial hygiene review of work practices,
engineering controls and personal protective equipment is recommended.
Exposure Guidelines:
OSHA PEL-TWA: 15 mg/m
3
(total dust), 5 mg/m
3
(respirable dust)
ACGIH TLV-TWA: 10 mg/m
3
(total dust), 3 mg/m
3
(respirable dust)
9. PHYSICAL / CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical Form: Pellets
Color: Translucent white
Odor: Odorless
Molecular Weight: Not determined
Boiling Point: Not determined
Melting Point: 248 - 338 °F (120 – 170 °C)
Freezing Point: Solid material
Solubility in Water: Insoluble
Specific Gravity: 0.90 (water = 1)
Vapor Density: Not applicable (air = 1)
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable (butyl acetate =1)
Vapor Pressure: Not determined
% Volatile: Not applicable
pH: Not determined
The physical data included above are typical values and should not be construed as a specification.
10. STABILITY & REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Conditions to Avoid: Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition: Not expected to occur.
Hazardous Polymerization: Not expected to occur.