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PRODUCT SAFETY INFORMATION SHEET
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE
COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
TRADE NAME: EP-2011
CHEMICAL FAMILY: Polydimethysiloxane Polymer
HMIS RATING: H 1 F 1 R 0
USE OF ARTICLE Used in Gasket Applications
DATE ISSUED: March 10, 2015
COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
IDENTIFICATION:
Rogers Corporation
171 West St. Charles Road
Carol Stream, IL 60188-2081
Phone: 001-630-784-6200
Fax: 001-630-784-6201Email: msdsinfo@Rogerscorporation.com
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
CLASSIFICATION OF THE
MATERIAL:
NE
LABELING REQUIREMENTS: NE
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE: None are expected with normal handling. Cutting and other finishing operations
may create polyurethane dust. Ventilation and personnel protection should be
similar to all operations generating nuisance dust.
IARC has listed carbon black as a Class 2B suspected human carcinogen based
on tests with laboratory animals.
INHALATION: Dust may cause respiratory irritation. Remove to fresh air and seek medical
attention if necessary.
EYE CONTACT: Dust may cause irritation. Flush eyes with water and seek medical attention if
necessary.
SKIN CONTACT: Dust may cause irritation. Wash thoroughly with soap and water.
INGESTION: None known.
CHRONIC:
IARC has listed carbon black as a Class 2B suspected human carcinogen based
on tests with laboratory animals.
Tripoli is listed by NT P as reasonably an ticipated to be a carcinogen” . However,
the tripoli in this material is encapsulated eliminating this hazard during normal
processing.
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3. COMPOS ITION /IN FOR MATION ON INGRED IEN TS
This material is produced as an “article” as defined in 20 CFR 1910.1200 and REGULATION (EC) N° 1907/2006 is
therefore exempt from the Hazard Communication Standard and REACH. Since this material does not release and will not
result in exposure to a hazardous chemical under normal conditions of use, no Safety Data Sheet is required.
Chemical Name
CAS No. EINECS
/ELINCS
% OSHA PEL ACGIH
TLV
China
OEL
EU
Classification
Alumina Hydrate 21645-51-2 244-492-7 <10 5 mg/m
3
(Resp.)
3 mg/m
3
(resp)
NE
Not Classified Under
67/548/EC
Carbon Black 1333-86-4 215-609-9 <1 3.5 mg/m
3
3.5 mg/m
3
NE
Not Classified Under
67/548/EC
Silica, Tripoli
(Encapsul ated )
14808-60-7 238-878-4 <20 10 mg/m
3
% SiO
2
+2
(Resp.)
0.1mg/ m
3
(Resp)
NE
Not Classified Under
67/548/EC
4. FIRST-AID MEASURES
INHALATIO N: Remove to fresh air. Obtain m edical att ention if sympt oms per sist.
EYE CONTACT: Flush eyes with large amounts of water for 15 to 20 minutes. Obtain medical
attention if symptoms persist.
SKIN CONTACT: Immediately take off all contaminated clothing and flush area with water for 15 to
20 minutes. Obtain medical attention if symptoms persist.
INGESTION: NA
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
FLASH POINT: NE
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AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE: NE
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EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: X Water Spray X Foam X CO
2
X Dry Chemical X Other –
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING
PROCEDURES:
Decomposition in a fire may produce toxic fumes. Firefighters should be
equipped with self-contained breathing apparatus and turnout gear.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION
HAZARDS:
None known.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS: None needed.
ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS: None needed.
CLEANING METHODS: Sweep or shovel into appropriate container for disposal. Avoid creation of
nuisance dust.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING: Hot wire cutting operations should be exhausted to prevent exposure to irritating
vapors. Wear suitable protective equipment, refer to Section 8.
STORAGE: Keep in a cool, well-ventilated area.