38PR450G_SDS.pdf

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| Trade Name: PRIMEX PLASTICS PRIME IMPAX POLYSTYRENE SHEET
| Supplier: PRIMEX PLASTICS CORPORATION Emergency Response Number
1235 NORTH “F” STREET (800) 222 – 5116
RICHMOND, INDIANA 47374
Section 2. Composition and:Information onIngredients gots A =
Product Name: PRIME IMPAX
CAS Number Chemical Name
9003-55-6 Polystyrene
9003-53-8 Modified Polystyrene
9003-55-8 Styrene-Butadiene Block Copolymer
Section: Sihlazardildentification <5 as Ves ae a Se Emergency Overview . The Polystyrene sheet is not expected to be an inhalation hazard under normal processing conditions. If the material is processed under prolonged exposure to flame or high temperature, thermal burns to the skin may occur and toxic gasses produced may irritate the respiratory system. Potential Health Effects Eye, skin and inhalation due to exposure to flame (molten plastic). Primary Routes of Exposure Routes of entry could include eye, skin, ingestion and inhalation due to exposure to flame . (molten Plastic) Potential Environmental Effects If processed scrap is controlled by the customer, no negative ecological effects are expected. _ Bsction4 *hirst-Aid: Mea sitesi carat eee ee ee Ee ee ee Eves If there is contact to the eyes with molten material, rinse with plenty of water and seek immediate medical attention. If plastic fines enter the eye, rinse with water for 15 minutes and seek immediate medical attention if irritation develops. Skin If skin has contact with molten material, place affected area under cold running water. Seek medical attention for removal of material from the affected area. Ingestion No First Aid measures are required for small amount of ingestion of this product. Inhalation Remove affected individual to fresh air, seek medical attention if difficulties in breathing occur. Section'5:Fire-Fighting Measures SEIS oe ns Ree 5 Suitable Extinguishing Media Dry extinguisher, water, carbon dioxide, foam Protective Equipment for Fire-Fighting Firefighters should be equipped with self-contained breathing apparatus. Hazardous Combustion Products During a fire, Carbon Oxides and soot may be generated by combustion and thermal decomposition of the material. Page 1 of 4