SUMMERS OPTICAL CAT#: 1300
SUMMERS PRODUCT: EK-93 Part A
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 EK-93 Part A

HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
 

OSHA PEL

AGGIH TLV

OTHER EXP LIMITS

% OPT

CAS#
Diglycidyl Ether of Bisphenol A Epoxy Resin:

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

025068-38-6
Magnesium Silicate (Talc) N/A N/A N/A N/A  14807-96-6
Diisodecyl Phthalate (Palatinol): N/A N/A N/A N/A 26761-40-0
N/E = NOT ESTABLISHED          

 

PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS

BOILING POINT:

 200°C

MELTING POINT:

 Not Determined
SPECIFIC GRAVITY (H2O=1): 1.3 @ 25°C
VAPOR PRESSURE (mm Hg) : CA IMM Hg @ 180°C
VAPOR DENSITY (Air=1): Heavier than Air
APPEARANCE/ODOR: Light grey Thixotropic Paste. Slight odor
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Negligible


FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA

FLASH POINT:

 490°F

METHOD USED:

 Closed Cup

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

 N/A
N/A

AUTO-IGNITION TEMPERATURE:

 N/A

EXTINGUISHER MEDIA:

 Carbon Dioxide, Dry Chemical, Foam, Water Spray

FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES:

 Use self contained breathing apparatus.

UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS:

 None Known


REACTIVITY DATA

STABILITY:

 Stable

CONDITIONS TO AVOID:

 Excessive heat over long periods of time degrades the resin

MATERIALS TO AVOID:

 Strong Oxidizers, Acids and bases

HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:

 Carbon Dioxide, Carbon Monoxide, Aldehydes,

HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:

 Will not occur

CONDITIONS TO AVOID:

 Strong acids or base in bulk


HEALTH HAZARDS

ACUTE:

 Moderate skin irritation or sensitization possible. Possible redness of skin, rash, itching, allergy, eczema skin condition.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE:

 Possible irritation, rash or asthmatic type response in sensitized persons with frequent and prolonged contact with the skin.

MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE:

 Skin and Eye conditions

CHEMICAL LISTED AS A CARCINOGEN
OR POTENTIAL CARCINOGEN:

 NTP: No
IARC: No
OSHA: No

EMERGENCY AND FIRST
AID PROCEDURES:

 Wash with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing and launder before re-use. Flush eyes with water for 15 minutes. Call Doctor.


ROUTES OF ENTRY:

INHALATION:

 Unlikely

EYES:

 Unlikely

SKIN:

 Likely

INGESTION:

 Most Likely


PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE

SPILLS OR LEAKS:

 Remove spillage by absorbing in an absorbant material.

WASTE DISPOSAL:

 Dispose in accordance to local Government Regulations.

STORAGE AND HANDLING:

 Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Store in a cool dry area.

OTHER PRECAUTIONS:

 No special information needed.


CONTROL MEASURES

RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:

 Use approved dust mask when sanding or sawing cured material.

VENTILATION:

 Good ventilation
Local Exhaust: Is sufficient
Mechanical (General): Not needed
Special: None needed

PROTECTIVE GEAR:

 Use rubber gloves for prolonged contact. Wear protective safety glasses.

WORK/HYGIENIC PRACTICES:

 Keep work area, clothing, and skin clean and free of uncured epoxy.


ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION:

ECOTOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION:

 N/A

CHEMICAL FATE:

 N/A


TRANSPORT INFORMATION

NOT RESTRICTIVE

REGULATORY INFORMATION

NOT APPLICABLE

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SUMMERS OPTICAL CAT#: 1300
SUMMERS PRODUCT: EK-93 Part B
DATE 05/05/2002

 

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 EK-93 Part B


HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
 

OSHA PEL

AGGIH TLV

OTHER EXP LIMITS

% OPT

CAS#
Aliphatic Polyaminoamide
(Polyamide Hardener)

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

68410-23-1
Magnesium Silicate (Talc) N/A N/A N/A N/A  14807-96-6
Piccolastic Polystyrene
(Hydrocarbon Resin)		 N/A N/A N/A N/A 9003-53-6
Aluminum Silicate (Clay) N/A N/A N/A  N/A 1332-58-7 
N/A = NOT APPLICABLE          

PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS

BOILING POINT:

 200°C

MELTING POINT:

 Not Determined
SPECIFIC GRAVITY (H2O=1): @25°C - 1.7
VAPOR PRESSURE (mm Hg) : 15mm Hg @ 20°C
VAPOR DENSITY (Air=1): Heavier than Air
APPEARANCE/ODOR: Black Thixotropic Paste
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Very Slight


FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA

FLASH POINT:

 200°F

METHOD USED:

 Closed Cup

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

 N/A
N/A

AUTO-IGNITION TEMPERATURE:

 N/A

EXTINGUISHER MEDIA:

 Carbon Dioxide, Dry Chemical, Foam, Water Spray

FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES:

 Use self contained breathing apparatus.

UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS:

 None Known


REACTIVITY DATA

STABILITY:

 Stable

CONDITIONS TO AVOID:

 Excessive heat for prolonged period of time.

MATERIALS TO AVOID:

 Strong Oxidizing Agents, Acid

HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:

 Carbon Dioxide, Carbon Monoxide, Aldehydes, Nitrogen Oxide

HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:

 Will not occur

CONDITIONS TO AVOID:

 None


HEALTH HAZARDS

ACUTE:

 Moderate skin irritation or sensitization possible. Possible redness of skin, rash, itching. Allergy, eczema.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE:

 Rash or asthmatic type response in sensitive persons with frequent and prolonged contact with the skin.

MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE:

 Skin and Eye conditions

CHEMICAL LISTED AS A CARCINOGEN
OR POTENTIAL CARCINOGEN:

 NTP: No
IARC: No
OSHA: No

EMERGENCY AND FIRST
AID PROCEDURES:

 Wash with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing and launder before re-use. Flush eyes with water for 15 minutes. Call Doctor.


ROUTES OF ENTRY:

INHALATION:

 Unlikely

EYES:

 Unlikely

SKIN:

 Likely

INGESTION:

 Most Likely


 

PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE

SPILLS OR LEAKS:

 Remove spillage by absorbing in an absorbant material.

WASTE DISPOSAL:

 Dispose in accordance to local Government Regulations.

STORAGE AND HANDLING:

 Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Store in a cool dry area.

OTHER PRECAUTIONS:

 No special information needed.


CONTROL MEASURES

RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:

 Use approved dust mask when sanding or sawing cured material.

VENTILATION:

 Good ventilation
Local Exhaust: Is sufficient
Mechanical (General): Not needed
Special: None needed

PROTECTIVE GEAR:

 Use rubber gloves for prolonged contact. Wear protective safety glasses.

WORK/HYGIENIC PRACTICES:

 Keep work area, clothing, and skin clean and free of uncured epoxy.


ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION:

ECOTOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION:

 N/A

CHEMICAL FATE:

 N/A


TRANSPORT INFORMATION

NOT RESTRICTIVE

REGULATORY INFORMATION

NOT APPLICABLE

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