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Section 1 Product Identification
Product Name: Pioloform
Chemical Name: Polyvinylformal
Vinylalcohol content: (weight %) 6.2 ±0.6
Vinylacetate content: (weight %) 12.0 ±1.5
Transport:
Not Hazardous: Sea, air, rail
Permitted: Express, inland post, air mail

Section 2 Physical Data
Sintering Temperature: 400°C
Melting Point: 200°C
Vapor Pressure at 120°C: ND
Density (air=1): 1.22 gm/cm3
Solubility in Water: Practically insoluble
ph Value: ND
Viscosity: NA
Appearance: White powder
Odor: Odorless
Vinylalcohol content: (weight %) 6.2 ±0.6
Vinylacetate content: (weight %) 12.0 ±1.5

Section 3 Hazardous Ingredients
Hazardous Reactions: No hazardous reactions have been determined, assuming suitable storage and use.
Further Data: NA
Transport:
Not Hazardous: Sea, air, rail
Permitted: Express, inland post, air mail

Section 4 Fire and Explosion Hazard Data
Special precautions:
Dust when mixed in sufficient quantities with air creates a potential for explosive concentrations. Avoid electrical discharges which could ignite mixtures. If excessive dust, wet down prior to removal.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Normally none, possible under extreme conditions: CO, CO2, formaldehyde, acetic acid
Extinguishing media: water spray, or any class A extinguishing agent.

Section 5 Health Hazard Data
Route (s) of entry: Inhalation, skin & eyes, ingestion
Personal Safety:
Avoid breathing dust. Use respirator if necessary. Avoid eye contact as good laboratory practice. Wear protective gloves. Wash hands and contaminated skin after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke in areas where handled.
Toxicological Data:
If used under the above conditions no toxicity is to be expected. Under extreme conditions, powder is potentially irritating to the eyes and slightly toxic to the skin.

Section 6 Emergency and First Aid Procedures:
Eye contact: Flush eyes with water for 10-15 minutes and seek medical attention.
Skin contact: Wash well with soap and water.
Inhalation or Ingestion: No special action necessary with limited exposure, unless subject feels distressed; then seek medical attention.

Section 7 Reactivity Data
Hazardous Reactions: None determined
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Normally none, see section 4.

Section 8 Spill or Leak Procedures
Steps to be taken if material is released or spilled: Sweep up and dispose of as recommended,
see section 4 & 9.

Section 9 Waste Disposal Method
Follow applicable local, state and Federal laws and regulations.

Section 10 Special Protection Information
Respiratory Protection: OSHA/MHSA approved dust respirator if needed
Protective Gloves: Rubber or plastic
Eye Protection: Full closure goggles Other Protective
Equipment: Eye wash station

Section 11 Special Precautions
Precautions to be taken in handling and storage: Keep storage container tightly closed. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do not inhale. Wash thoroughly after handling.

NA= Not applicable
ND= No data