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Material Data Sheet

May be used to comply with OSHAs Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910, 1200, Standard must be consulted for specific requirements.
IDENTITY (As Used on Label and List) FORTA-FERRO

U.S. Department of Labor


Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Non-Mandatory Form) Form Approved OMB No. 1218-0072
NOTE: Blank specs are not permitted. If any item is not applicable, or no information is available, the space must be marked to indicate that.

Section I
Manufacturers Name FORTA Corporation Address (Number, Street, City, State, and ZIP Code) 100 Forta Drive Grove City, PA 16127-6399 Emergency Telephone Number 800-245-0306 or 724-458-5221 Telephone Number for Information 800-245-0306 Date Prepared September 1, 2009 Signature of Preparer (Optional) Jeffrey B. Lovett

Section II Hazardous Ingredients/Identity Information


Hazardous Components (Specific Chemical Identity: Common Name(s)) OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV Other Limits Recommended % (Optional)

Polypropylene (C3H6)N Non-Hazardous Ingredients 100% This product has been evaluated and does not require any hazard warning on the label under OSHA criteria.

Section III Physical/Chemical Characteristics


Boiling Point Vapor Pressure (mm Hg.) N/A Vapor Density (AIR = 1) N/A Solubility in Water Insoluble Appearance and Odor Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1) Cas # 9003-07-0 N/A Specific Gravity (H2O = 1) Melting Point 325 - 335F N/A 0.91

Components Polypropylene

Gray in color; odorless Section IV Fire and Explosion Hazard Data


Flash Point (Method Used) N/A Flammable Limits N/A LEL N/A UEL N/A

Extinguishing Media Agents approved for Class A hazards (e.g. foam, steam) or water fog. Special Fire Fighting Procedures None Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards None (Reproduce locally)

Section V Reactivity Data


Stability Unstable Stable Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid) Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts N/A Hazardous Polymerization May Occur Will Not Occur X Conditions to Avoid N/A X Conditions to Avoid N/A

Strong oxidizing agents.

Section VI Health Hazard Data


Route(s) of Entry: None Hazardous Inhalation? N/A None IARC Monographs? N/A N/A N/A OSHA Regulated? N/A Skin? N/A Ingestion? N/A

Health Hazards (Acute and Chronic) Carcinogenicity: None Hazardous NTP?

Signs and Symptoms of Exposure Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

N/A

Emergency and First Aid Procedures

Eye: Flush eyes with plenty of water. Get medical attention if condition persists. Skin: Wash exposed skin with soap and water. Inhalation: N/A Ingestion: If a large amount is swallowed, get medical attention.

Section VII Precautions for Safe Handling and Use


Steps to Be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled Contain and remove by mechanical means.

Waste Disposal Method

Place in appropriate disposal facility in compliance with local regulations. N/A

Precautions to Be Taken in Handling and Storing

Other Precautions

N/A

Section VIII Control Measures


Respiratory Protection (Specify Type) Ventilation Not Required Not Required Special Other Eye Protection Not Required Adequate ventilation if processed by heat. Not Required. However, use of eye protection is Good industrial practice.

Local Exhaust

Mechanical (General) Not Required Protective Gloves Not Required. However, use of protective gloves is good Industrial practice.

Other Protective Clothing or Equipment Work/Hygienic Practices

Not Required. However, use of protective clothing is good industrial practice.

Use general work/hygienic practices.

U S G P O 1966-491-529/45775

The information and recommendations contained in this Material Safety Data sheet have been compiled from sources believed to be reliable and to represent the most reasonable current opinion on the subject when the MSDS was prepared. No warranty, guaranty or representation is made as to the correctness or sufficiency of the information. The user of this product must decide what safety measures are necessary to safely use this product, either alone or in combination with other products, and determine its environmental regulatory compliance obligations under any applicable federal or state laws.

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