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Product No. 18020 JB-4 Embedding Kit® Component:
Product No. 18025 Catalyst
Issue Date (01-16-02)


Section 1: Product and Company Identification

Product Name: JB-4 Embedding Kit® Component: Catalyst

Company Name

Ted Pella, Inc. and PELCO International, P.O. Box 492477, Redding, CA 96049-2477
Domestic Phone  (800) 237-3526 (Mon-Thu. 6:00AM to 4:30PM PST; Fri 6:00AM to 4:00PM PST)

International Phone (01) (530) 243-2200 (Mon-Thu. 6:00AM to 4:30PM PST; Fri 6:00AM to 4:00PM PST)

Chemtrec Emergency Number 1-800-424-9300 24 hrs a day.


Section 2 Hazardous Ingredients Data:

Principle Hazardous Component(s)
(chemical and common name(s)) (Cas. No)

% OSHA
PEL
mg/m3
ACGIH 
TWA
mg/m3
NTP IARC OSHA
regulated

Benzoyl Peroxide (94-36-0)

50

5

5

ND

ND

ND

Section 3 Physical Data:
Melting Point: 54° C, Decomposes.
Boiling Point: Decomposes
Specific Gravity (H2O=1): 0.64
Vapor Pressure: NE
Molecular Weight: NA
Vapor Density: NE
pH: NIF
Percent Volatile by volume: NE
Solubility in Water: Insoluble
Evaporation Rate: NE
Appearance and Odor: White Paste.

Section 4 Fire and Explosion Hazard Data:
Flash Point: NE
Autoignition Temperature: SADT 140° F.
Flammable Limits: LEL: NE, UEL: NE.
Fire Extinguishing Media: Water, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, and foam.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Firefighters must wear self-contained breathing apparatus and fully protective equipment.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Material may explode when heated. Keep material moist. Do not allow drying out.
DOT Class: Organic peroxide

Section 5 Reactivity Data:
Stability: Unstable
Conditions to avoid: Heat, direct sunlight, shocks, dehydration.
Incompatibility (materials to avoid): Do not store product near any combustible material.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: May occur

Section 6 Health Hazard Data:
Primary Routes of entry: Inhalation, swallowing and by skin absorption.
Signs and Symptoms of Overexposure:
Eyes: Irritant
Skin: Irritant
Medical Conditions generally Aggravated by Exposure: NIF
Chemical Listed As Carcinogen Or Potential Carcinogen: NO

Section 7 Emergency First Aid Procedures:
Inhalation: Remove too fresh air; give oxygen or artificial respiration, as needed.
Eye(s) Contact: Flush eyes with water for at least 15 minutes.
Skin Contact: Wash affected area with copious amounts of water.
Ingestion: Give two glasses of water to drink, and the induced vomiting. Do not give anything by mouth, or induce vomiting, if the victim is unconscious. Seek medical treatment if discomfort persists.

Section 8 Special Protection Information:
Respiratory Protection: OSHA/MHSA approved respirator.
Ventilation required: Fume hood
Protective Gloves: Rubber
Eye Protection: Safety goggles
Additional Clothing and/or Equipment:  Safety shower and eye bath.

Section 9 Special Precautions and Spill or Leak Procedures:
Precautions to be Taken in Handling and Storage: Keep storage container tightly closed. Do not store product near any combustible material. Keep product away from heat and direct sunlight.
Storage temperature: Room Temperature.
Storage Pressure: NIF
Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled: Shut off all sources of ignition. Keep the spilled material moist at all times. Sweep up waste, avoid raising dust. Used only polyethylene tools to collect the waste material. Wash and ventilate spill site after pick-up is completed. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, rubber gloves and rubber boots.
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose of waste according to Federal, State and Local Regulations.

Section 11 Toxicological Information:
Results of component toxicity test performed: NE for mixture.
Human experience: NIF
This product does not contain any compounds listed by NTP or IARC or regulated by OSHA as a carcinogen.

Section 12 Ecological Information:
Further information: NIF

Section 13 Disposal Considerations:

RCRA 40 CFR 261 Classification:
Federal, State and local laws governing disposal of materials can differ. Ensure proper disposal compliance with proper authorities before disposal.

Section 14 Transportation Information:
US DOT Information: Proper shipping name: Organic peroxide

Section 15 Regulatory Information:
United States Federal Regulations:
MSDS complies with OSHA’s Hazard Communication Rule 29, CFR 1910.1200.
CERCLA/Superfund, 40 CFR 117, 302:
SARA Superfund and Reauthorization Act of 1996:
Title III Section 302, 311, 312 and 313:
Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA): Listed
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA):
(311) This product contains the following chemicals which are listed:
State Regulations: California Proposition 65: None
International Regulations: Canada WHMIS:
Europe EINECS Numbers:

Section 16 Other Information:
Label Information: CFR 173.4

Hazard Rating: Health: ND; Fire: ND; Reactivity: ND
(0=least, 1=Slight, 2=Moderate, 3=High, 4=Extreme)

Abbreviations used in this document:
NE= Not established
NA= Not applicable
NIF= No Information Found
ND= No Data


Ted Pella, Inc. makes no warranty of any kind regarding the information furnished herein. Users should independently determine the suitability and completeness of information from all sources. While this data is presented in good faith and believed to be accurate, it should be considered only as a supplement to other information gathered by the user. It is the User's responsibility to assure the proper use and disposal of these materials as well as the safety and health of all personnel who may work with or otherwise come in contact with these materials.

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