Specification

Safety Data Sheet
Crossco 5500
SDS Revision Date:
05/26/2015
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5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Hazardous decomposition: Thermal decomposition may yield acrylic monomers.
5.3. Advice for fire-fighters
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus (MSHA/NIOSH approved or equivalent) and full protective gear.
Due to pressure build-up closed containers exposed to extreme heat may explode during emergency conditions,
Overexposure to decomposition product may cause a health hazard. Obtain attention. Approach fire from upwind to
avoid hazardous vapors.
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6. Accidental release measures
6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see section 8).
6.2. Environmental precautions
Do not allow spills to enter drains or waterways.
Use good personal hygiene practices. Wash hands before eating, drinking, smoking or using toilet. Promptly remove
soiled clothing and wash thoroughly before reuse.
6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Contain spills immediately with inert materials (sand, earth). Transfer liquids and solid diking material to separate
suitable containers for recovery or disposal. Keep spills and cleaning runoff out of municipal sewers and bodies of
water.
7. Handling and storage
7.1. Precautions for safe handling
See section 2 for further details. - [Prevention]:
7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Minimal storage temperature is 1c and the maximum is 60c. Keep from freezing. Do not store this material near food,
feed or drinking water.
Incompatible materials: No data available.
See section 2 for further details. - [Storage]:
7.3. Specific end use(s)
No data available.
8. Exposure controls and personal protection
8.1. Control parameters
Exposure
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