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POLYMER MIX MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

1. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Trade Names: POLYMER MIX
Chemical Name: Synthetic Rubber Latex
Chemical Family: Synthetic/Natural Rubber
Proper Dot Shipping Name: Latex, Liquid Syn. Dot Hazard Classification: None
Manufacturer: EPRO Services, L. C., PO Box 347, Derby, KS 67037, Phone: 800-882-1896
Hazardous Ingredients/OSHA: CHEMICAL FAMILIES: N/A
Hazard: This product contains no toxic chemicals.
Carcinogenic ingredients/OSHA/NTP: N/A IARC: N/A

2. WARNING STATEMENTS
Symptoms of exposure: None expected.

3. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL DATA

Appearance and Odor: White, slightly viscous liquid
Specific Gravity: (H2O = 1): 0.9
Solubility in Water: Miscible
pH: 10.5 - 11.5
Percent Volatile: 30.0 (+ or - 2.0)
Boiling Point: 100°C
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): 760 @ 212°F
Vapor Density (Air = 1): N/A
Evaporation Rate: N\A

4. FIRE & EXPLOSION DATA

Flash Point: N/A Auto Ignition Temp: N/A
Flammable Limits: N/A
Extinguishing Media: If the dry polymer ignites, use CO2, dry chemical, foam, or water stream as
extinguishing agents.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Use a self-contained Breathing apparatus when combatting dry
latex fires.
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards: None known.

5. HEALTH HAZARD DATA

OSHA Permissible Limit: None Established ACGHI Threshold Limit Value: None established
Carcinogen-NTP Program: N/A Carcinogen-IARC Program: N/A
Symptoms of Exposure: None expected.
Primary Route(s) of Entry: Dermal contact.

6. REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Stable Conditions to Avoid: N/A
Incompatibility - Materials to Avoid: None Known
Hazardous Polymerization: Won't occur Conditions to Avoid: Freezing
Hazardous Decomposition Products: None

7. PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING

Prevent contact with eyes.
Avoid inhalation.
Avoid prolonged or frequent skin contact.
 Avoid ingestion.
Hygienic Practices in Handling & Storage: Good personal hygiene. Wash with soap and water.
Remove contaminated clothing.
Precaution for Repair & Maintenance of Contaminated Equipment: Keep vapors away from heat,
sparks, open flame, other sources of ignition. Containers, vessels, and piping vapors may ignite
explosively.

8. PROTECTION AND CONTROL MEASURES

Eye Protection: If contact is possible, safety glasses or full face shield.
Skin Protection: Rubber or PVC gloves.
Respiratory Protection: (SPEC) NIOSHA Approved air purify chemical cart.
Ventilation Recommended: Fresh air to keep monomer below TLV.
Other Protection: Chemicals should be handled so as to prevent eye contact and excessive repeated
skin contact. Inhalation of dust or vapors should e avoided.

9. EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES

Remove contaminated clothing and wash skin with soap and water. If in eyes, flush thoroughly for 15
minutes. Seek medical assistance. Acute effects could be delayed for several hours.

10. SPILL AND DISPOSAL PROCEDURES

Spill Response: Absorb with sawdust, or other absorbent materials. Shovel into containers for
disposal.
Waste Disposal Method: Dispose of in accordance with all applicable environmental control
regulations.

Other Precautions: For Additional Information Contact:

Office of Environmental Affairs 1-800-882-1896
EPRO Services, L.C.
PO Box 347
Derby, KS 67037

Information presented herein has been compiled from sources considered to be dependable and is accurate and reliable
to the best of our knowledge and belief but is not guaranteed to be so. Nothing herein is to be construed as
recommending any practice or any product in violation of any patent or in violation of law or regulation. It is the users
responsibility to determine for himself the suitability of any material for a specific purpose and to adopt such safety
precautions as may be necessary. We make no warranty as to the results to be obtained in using any material and, since
conditions of use are not under our control, we must necessarily disclaim all liability with respect to the use of any material
supplied by us.