Safety data sheet

Safety Data Sheet 034618/01
Date of issue: April 4, 1995
1. Identification of the substance/preparation and the company
Novodur-granules (P2 and P3 types)
Bayer AG, KU-BA/P ökologie
D-51638 Leverkusen, Telephone: [phone]
Im Notfall: [phone] (Werkfeuerwehr Bayer Leverkusen)
2. Composition/information on ingredients
acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrere-copolymer
3. Hazards identifcation
Hazard warning not required.
4. First-aid measures
Burns by molten material must receive medical attention.
5. Fire-fighting measures
Extingiushing media: Water spray, extinguishing powder, CO
2
, foam, dry powder
In case of fire toxic gases may develop.
Fire-men habe to wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
6. Accidental release measures
Take up mechanically
7. Handling and storage
Make provision for sufficient ventilation and local exhaust at vent, nozzle and ejected melt.
Prevent dust formation during machining of finished parts.
During regranulation Avoid formation of dust.
Keep product away from heat and sun.
8. Exposure controls/Personal protection
For exposure controls see Chapter 15.
Wear dust-protection mask and eye protection if there is a risk of dust formation
Avoid inhaling vapours. Avoid inhaling dust.
*9. Physical and chemical properties tested in accordance with
Form: granules
Colour: light resp. Pigmented
Odour characteristic smell
Melting point: approx. 220°C DIN 51556
Density:
approx. 1,05 g/cm
3
at 20°C
Bulk density:
approx. 500-700 kg/m
3
Vapour pressure: not applicable
Viscosity not applicable
Solubility in water: insoluble
ph value: not applicable
Flash point: above 300°C
Ignition temperature: above 300°C DIN 51794
Explosive limits: not applicable