SUMMERS OPTICAL CAT#: 12000
SUMMERS PRODUCT: C-59
DATE 06/12/2006

 

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
CATALYST FOR LENS BOND

The information contained herein is based on data considered accurate. However, no warranty is expressed or implied regarding the accuracy of this data or the results to be obtained from the use thereof. Summers Optical assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage to vendees, users or third parties caused by the material. Such vendees or users assume all risks associated with the use of the material.

Summers Optical, A Division of EMS Acquisition
1560 Industry Road - P O Box 380 - Hatfield, PA 19440
TEL: (215) 412-8380 - FAX: (215) 412-8450

24 Hour Emergency Phone # Chemtrec: 800/424-9300

FOR PRODUCT AND SALES INFORMATION
CONTACT SUMMERS OPTICALS OFFICE ABOVE

PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

PRODUCT NAME:

  Lens Bond Optical Cement Type C-59

HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

 

OSHA PEL

AGGIH TLV

OTHER EXP LIMITS

% OPT

CAS#

*Styrene Monomer

50 PPM TWA
100 PPM STEL

50 PPM
100 PPM

TWA
STEL

39-40

100-42-5

Non Toxic Polyester Resin

 N/E

N/E

  

60-61

N/E

N/A = NOT APPLICABLE
N/E = NOT ESTABLISHED		          
* For hazard communication purposes under OSHA standard 29 CFR part 1910. 1200, this chemical is listed as a potential carcinogen by IARC. Neither the data from various long-term animal studies nor from epidemiology of workers exposed to Styrene provide an adequate basis to conclude that Styrene is carcinogenic.

PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS

BOILING POINT:

 150°C/295°F

MELTING POINT:

 N/E

SPECIFIC GRAVITY:

 (H2O=1) 1.09

VAPOR PRESSURE:

 (mm Hg) 4.5 @ 20°C

VAPOR DENSITY:

 (Air=1) 3.6 volatiles by volume = 43.6%

APPEARANCE/ODOR:

 Clear, amber, burgundy or blue, liquid/sweet odor.

 SOLUBILITY IN WATER:

  Insoluble

REACTIVITY IN WATER:

 Will not react

FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA

FLASH POINT:

 122°F/50°C

METHOD USED:

 Open cup

EXPLOSION LEVEL-LOWER (LEL):
-UPPER (UEL):

 1.1%
6.1%

AUTO-IGNITION TEMPERATURE:

 920°F/492°C

EXTINGUISHER MEDIA:

 Dry chemical, CO2 Foam

 EXTINGUISHERS NOT TO USE:

 Water 

FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES:

 Evacuate area and fight fire from a distance. Wear breathing apparatus and eye protection.

UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS:

 Heat can cause hazardous polymerization. In closed containers this can cause violent rupture.

REACTIVITY DATA

STABILITY:

 Unstable

CONDITIONS TO AVOID:

 Overheating and strong light.

HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:

 Acid fumes, Carbon Monoxide, and Carbon Dioxide.

HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:

 May occur.

CONDITIONS TO AVOID:

 Acids, oxidizing material, metallic halides and overheating.

HEALTH HAZARDS

ACUTE:

 Moderate tissue irritant

CHRONIC:

 Nausea, C.N.S., depression, general weakness

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE:

 Dizziness, drunkeness, skin rash, and nasal irritation.

MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE:

 N/E, but those suffering form respiratory ailments should avoid exposure as well as those wth CNS disorders.

CHEMICAL LISTED AS A CARCINOGEN
OR POTENTIAL CARCINOGEN:

 NTP: N/A
IARC: Yes
OSHA: N/A

EMERGENCY AND FIRST
AID PROCEDURES:

 Remove to fresh air and give oxygen, rinse eyes for 20-30 minutes, wash skin thoroughly with soap and water, but do not induce vomiting.

 

ROUTES OF ENTRY:

INHALATION:

 Most likely: Could cause irritation to respiratory tract.

EYES:

 Less likely: Flush for 20-30 minutes seek medical attention.

SKIN:

 Most likely: Minor shin irritation, wash thoroughly with soap and water.

INGESTION:

 Least likely: Do not induce vomiting, seek medical attention. LD/50 500mg/kg.

WOUNDS:

 Wash profusely with soap and water and seek medical attention.

PRECAUTION FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE

SPILLS OR LEAKS:

 Absorb with vermiculite and dispose of in accordance with Federal, State and local laws.

WASTE DISPOSAL:

 Consult Federal, State and local regulations. Small quantities can be polymerized and disposed in municipal waste systems. Large quantities can be incinerated.

STORAGE AND HANDLING:

 Keep away from high temperatures and strong light, keep away from spark or flame. Store in a well ventilated area.

CONTROL MEASURES

RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:

 NIOSH approved respirator when TLV is exceeded.

VENTILATION:

 Local Exhaust: Yes
Mechanical (General) Yes
Special: None
Other: None

PROTECTIVE GEAR:

 Safety glasses or face shield. Neoprene apron and eyewash station.

WORK/HYGIENIC PRACTICES:

 Remove soiled clothing and wash thoroughly. Always wash skin thoroughly.

ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION:

ECOTOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION:

 N/A

CHEMICAL FATE:

 N/A

TRANSPORT INFORMATION

DOT SHIPPING NAME:

 Polyester Resin Kit

HAZARD CLASS:

 3

PACKING GROUP:

 III

UN/NA NO:

 3269

DOT LABELS:

 Flammable Liquid

SUBSIDIARY LABELS:

 None

DOT PLACARDS:

 3, Flammable Liquid

IMO SHIPPING NAME:

 Polyester Resin Kit

HAZARD CLASS:

 3

PACKING GROUP:

 III

UN/NA NO:

 3269

SUBSIDIARY LABELS:

 NONE

IATA SHIPPING NAME:

 Polyester Resin Kit

HAZARD CLASS:

 3

PACKING GROUP:

 III

UN NO:

 3269

IATA LABELS:

 Flammable Liquid

SUBSIDIARY LABELS:

 None

REGULATORY INFORMATION

NOT APPLICABLE

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SUMMERS OPTICAL CAT#: 1300
SUMMERS PRODUCT: C-59 Catalyst
DATE 05/5/2002

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
CATALYST FOR LENS BOND
The information contained herein is based on data considered accurate. However, no warranty is expressed or implied regarding the accuracy of this data or the results to be obtained from the use thereof. Summers Optical assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage to vendees, users or third parties caused by the material. Such vendees or users assume all risks associated with the use of the material.

Summers Optical, A Division of EMS Acquisition
1560 Industry Road - P O Box 380 - Hatfield, PA 19440
TEL: (215) 412-8380 - FAX: (215) 412-8450

24 Hour Emergency Phone # Chemtrec: 800/424-9300

FOR PRODUCT AND SALES INFORMATION
CONTACT SUMMERS OPTICALS OFFICE ABOVE

PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

PRODUCT NAME:

  Lens Bond Optical Cement Type C-59 Catalyst

TRADE NAME/SYNONYMS:

  t-Butyl Perbenzoate
tert-Butyl Peroxybenzoate

HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

 

OSHA PEL

AGGIH TLV

OTHER EXP LIMITS

% OPT

CAS#

T-Butyl Peroxybenzoate:

N/E

N/E

N/E

98.0 MIN

614-45-9

N/E = NOT ESTABLISHED          

PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS

BOILING POINT:

 N/E

MELTING POINT:

 8.5°C (subcools)

SOLUBILITY IN WATER:

 Insoluble

REACTIVITY IN WATER:

 Non Reactive

SPECIFIC GRAVITY:

 (H2O=1) 1.038

VAPOR PRESSURE:

 (mm Hg) 3.36 @ 50°C

VAPOR DENSITY:

 (Air=1) 6.7

APPEARANCE/ODOR:

 Yellow liquid, unpleasant pungent odor

FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
FLASH POINT: 192°F/89°C
METHOD USED: SETA closed cup
EXPLOSION LEVEL-LOWER (LEL):
-UPPER (UEL):		 N/E
N/E
AUTO-IGNITION TEMPERATURE: 63°C S.A.D.T.*
EXTINGUISHER MEDIA: Water fog, Dry chemical, Foam
FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: If large amount involved, evacuate area and fight fire from safe distance. Coolsurrounding material with water.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND
EXPLOSION HAZARDS:		 Contamination, temperature can decompose with force if confined during exposure to fire.

* SELF ACCELERATING DECOMPOSITION TEMPERATURE

  

REACTIVITY DATA
STABILITY: Unstable
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Exposure to heat or contamination.
MATERIALS TO AVOID: Strong acids, strong alkalis, strong oxidizers, and reducing agents.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Decomposition products are flammable.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: N/E
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: SEE ABOVE

HEALTH HAZARDS
ACUTE: Very high Ld/50 for oral and dermal
CHRONIC: Invitro sister chromatid exchange assay-POS Mouse lymphoma forward mutation assay-POS
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE: Mild, transient irritant/N/E
MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE: N/E
CHEMICAL LISTED AS A CARCINOGEN
OR POTENTIAL CARCINOGEN:		 NTP: N/E
ARC: N/E
OSHA: N/E
EMERGENCY AND FIRST
AID PROCEDURES:		 Do not induce vomiting. Get medical attention for lavage, wash with soap and water. Flush eyes for at least 15 minutes.

ROUTES OF ENTRY:

INHALATION:

 Least likely: not a toxic substance @ 200mg/liter (4hrs)

EYES:

 Likely: mild transient irritant

SKIN:

 Most likely: wash thoroughly with soap and water. LD/50 3817mg/kg

INGESTION:

 Unlikely: LD/50 = 3639 to 4838mg/kg.

WOUNDS:

 Wash profusely with soap and water and seek medical attention.

PRECAUTION FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE
SPILLS OR LEAKS: Absorb with vermiculite/perlite, sweep or scoop up using non sparkling tools.
WASTE DISPOSAL: See above information. Do not discard with waste paper.
STORAGE AND HANDLING: Store away from combustibles. Keep container closed. Store in well ventilated area.
OTHER PRECAUTIONS: Store below 100°F

CONTROL MEASURES
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Use adequate ventilation
VENTILATION: Local Exhaust: Yes
Mechanical (General) Yes
Special: None
Other: None
PROTECTIVE GEAR: Neoprene, nitrile protective gloves. Safety glasses or face shield. Use only Noisha/Mesa approved equipment.
WORK/HYGIENIC PRACTICES: Remave contaminated clothing and wash skin with soap and water.

ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
ECOTOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION: N/A
CHEMICAL FATE: N/A

TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT SHIPPING NAME: Polyester Resin Kit
HAZARD CLASS: 3
PACKING GROUP: III
UN/NA NO: 3269
DOT LABELS: Flammable Liquid
SUBSIDIARY LABELS: None
DOT PLACARDS: 3, Flammable Liquid
IMO SHIPPING NAME: Polyester Resin Kit
HAZARD CLASS: 3
PACKING GROUP: III
UN/NA NO: 3269
SUBSIDIARY LABELS: NONE
IATA SHIPPING NAME: Polyester Resin Kit
HAZARD CLASS: 3
PACKING GROUP: III
UN NO: 3269
IATA LABELS: Flammable Liquid
SUBSIDIARY LABELS: None

REGULATORY INFORMATION

NOT APPLICABLE

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