SAFETY DATA SHEET

Issuing Date 04-Jan-2017 Revision Date 02-May-2017 Revision Number 3

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1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE

COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
Product identifier

Product Name EpoKwick FC Resin

Product Code(s) 20-3453-128

(M)SDS Number 1364504_A

Other means of identification

Synonyms None

Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use

Recommended Use Laboratory Use Only

Uses advised against No information available

Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Manufacturer Buehler

Manufacturer Address 41 Waukegan Rd

Lake Bluff, IL 60044
www.buehler.com

Phone number +1 847 295 6500

E-mail Address [email protected]

Emergency telephone number

Global Access Code: 334545

Americas: +1 760 476 3962 Asia Pacific: +1 760 476 3960
Middle East/Africa: +1 760 476 3959 Europe: +1 760 476 3961

2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).

Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2

Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
Skin sensitization Category 1

GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements

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Emergency Overview
Signal word Warning

Hazard Statements
Causes skin irritation
Causes serious eye damage
May cause an allergic skin reaction

Appearance Clear Physical state Liquid Odor Sweet

Precautionary Statements - Prevention

Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Avoid release to the environment
Wash hands thoroughly after handling
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray

Precautionary Statements - Response

Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on this label)

Eyes
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention

Skin
IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water
If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention

Precautionary Statements - Storage

None

Precautionary Statements - Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC)

Not applicable

Other information

No information available

Interactions with Other Chemicals

No information available.

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3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Chemical name CAS No Weight-% Trade Secret

Phenol, polymer with formaldehyde, glycidyl ether 28064-14-4 70 - 90% *
Alkyl (C12-14) glycidyl ether 68609-97-2 5 - 15% *
Oxirane, [[(2-ethylhexyl)oxy]methyl]- 2461-15-6 0 - 10% *
2-Propenoic acid, 1,4-butanediyl ester 1070-70-8 0 - 10% *
Bisphenol A - Epichlorohydrin polymer 25068-38-6 0 - 5% *
*The exact percentage (concentration) of composition has been withheld as a trade secret

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

First aid measures

General Advice Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance. Immediate medical attention is
required.

Eye contact Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Keep
eye wide open while rinsing. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue
rinsing. Do not rub affected area. Seek immediate medical attention/advice.

Skin contact Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. May cause an
allergic skin reaction. In the case of skin irritation or allergic reactions see a physician.

Inhalation Remove to fresh air. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur.

Ingestion Rinse mouth immediately and drink plenty of water. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. Do NOT induce vomiting. Call a physician.

Self-protection of the first aider Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Use personal protective equipment as required.
Wear personal protective clothing (see section 8). Remove all sources of ignition. Ensure
that medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved, take precautions to protect
themselves and prevent spread of contamination.

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Most Important Symptoms and Burning sensation. Itching. Rashes. Hives.

Effects

Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

Notes to Physician May cause sensitization in susceptible persons. Treat symptomatically.

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5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable Extinguishing Media
Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment. Dry chemical. Carbon
dioxide (CO2). Water spray. Alcohol resistant foam.

Unsuitable extinguishing media

CAUTION: Use of water spray when fighting fire may be inefficient.

Specific hazards arising from the chemical

Product is or contains a sensitizer. May cause sensitization by skin contact. Keep product and empty container away from heat and
sources of ignition. In the event of fire, cool tanks with water spray.

Uniform Fire Code Sensitizer: Liquid

Combustible Liquid: III-A

Hazardous Combustion Products

Carbon oxides.

Explosion Data
Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact No.

Sensitivity to Static Discharge Yes.

Protective equipment and precautions for firefighters

As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full
protective gear.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Personal precautions Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Ensure adequate ventilation. Use personal
protective equipment as required. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. See section 8 for
more information. Take precautionary measures against static discharges. Do not touch or
walk through spilled material.

Other Information Refer to protective measures listed in Sections 7 and 8.

Environmental precautions

Environmental precautions Refer to protective measures listed in Sections 7 and 8. Prevent further leakage or spillage
if safe to do so.

Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Methods for containment Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not touch or walk through spilled
material. Dike far ahead of liquid spill for later disposal.

Methods for cleaning up Pick up and transfer to properly labeled containers. Take precautionary measures against
static discharges. Dam up. Soak up with inert absorbent material.

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7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Precautions for safe handling

Handling Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Avoid contact with
skin, eyes or clothing. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Take off
contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use personal protection equipment. Keep
away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Take precautionary
measures against static discharges. Use with local exhaust ventilation. Do not breathe
dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Storage Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Store locked up.
Keep out of the reach of children. Keep away from heat, sparks, flame and other sources of
ignition (i.e., pilot lights, electric motors and static electricity). Keep in properly labeled
containers. Store in accordance with the particular national regulations. Store in accordance
with local regulations.

Incompatible Products Strong acids. Strong oxidizing agents. Strong bases.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Control parameters

Exposure Guidelines This product, as supplied, does not contain any hazardous materials with occupational
exposure limits established by the region specific regulatory bodies

Appropriate engineering controls

Engineering Measures Showers

Eyewash stations
Ventilation systems

Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment

Eye/face protection Tight sealing safety goggles.

Skin and body protection Wear protective gloves and protective clothing. Long sleeved clothing. Impervious gloves.

Respiratory protection No protective equipment is needed under normal use conditions. If exposure limits are
exceeded or irritation is experienced, ventilation and evacuation may be required.

Hygiene Measures Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Avoid contact with
skin, eyes or clothing. Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection. Do not eat, drink or
smoke when using this product. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of
the workplace. Regular cleaning of equipment, work area and clothing is recommended.
Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling the product.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Physical and Chemical Properties

Physical state Liquid

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Appearance Clear Odor Sweet

Color No information available Odor Threshold No data available

Property Values Remarks Method

pH No data available
Melting / freezing point No data available None known
Boiling point / boiling range > 150°C °C / 302 °F
Flash Point > 93°C C / 199 F
Evaporation Rate No data available None known
Flammability (solid, gas) No data available None known
Flammability Limit in Air
Upper flammability limit No data available
Lower flammability limit No data available
Vapor pressure No data available None known
Vapor density No data available None known
Specific Gravity 1.14 g/cm³
Water Solubility Immiscible
Solubility in other solvents No data available None known
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/waterNo data available
Autoignition temperature No data available None known
Decomposition temperature No data available None known
Kinematic viscosity No data available None known
Dynamic viscosity No data available None known
Explosive properties No data available
Oxidizing properties No data available

Other Information

Softening Point No data available

VOC Content (%) 0%
Particle Size No data available
Particle Size Distribution

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Reactivity

No data available.

Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Possibility of Hazardous Reactions

None under normal processing.

Hazardous Polymerization
Hazardous polymerization does not occur.

Conditions to avoid
Heat, flames and sparks.

Incompatible materials
Strong acids. Strong oxidizing agents. Strong bases.

Hazardous Decomposition Products

Carbon oxides.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

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Information on likely routes of exposure

Product Information .

Inhalation Specific test data for the substance or mixture is not available. May cause irritation of
respiratory tract.

Eye contact Specific test data for the substance or mixture is not available. (based on components).
Causes serious eye damage. Severely irritating to eyes. May cause irreversible damage to
eyes.

Skin contact Specific test data for the substance or mixture is not available. Causes skin irritation. (based
on components). Prolonged contact may cause redness and irritation.

Ingestion Specific test data for the substance or mixture is not available. Ingestion may cause
irritation to mucous membranes. Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea,
vomiting and diarrhea.

Component Information

Chemical name Oral LD50 Dermal LD50 Inhalation LC50

Alkyl (C12-14) glycidyl ether = 17100 mg/kg ( Rat ) - -
68609-97-2
Oxirane, [[(2-ethylhexyl)oxy]methyl]- = 7800 mg/kg ( Rat ) - -
2461-15-6
2-Propenoic acid, 1,4-butanediyl = 587 mg/kg ( Rat ) - -
ester
1070-70-8
Bisphenol A - Epichlorohydrin = 11400 mg/kg ( Rat ) - -
polymer
25068-38-6

Information on toxicological effects

Symptoms Erythema (skin redness). May cause redness and tearing of the eyes. May cause
blindness. Burning. Itching. Rashes. Hives.

Delayed and immediate effects as well as chronic effects from short and long-term exposure

Sensitization May cause sensitization in susceptible persons. May cause sensitization by skin contact.

Mutagenic Effects No information available.

Carcinogenicity Contains no ingredient listed as a carcinogen.

Reproductive toxicity No information available.

STOT - single exposure No information available.

STOT - repeated exposure No information available.

Chronic Toxicity No known effect based on information supplied.

Target Organ Effects Respiratory system. Eyes. Skin.

Aspiration Hazard No information available.

Numerical measures of toxicity Product Information

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The following values are calculated based on chapter 3.1 of the GHS document

ATEmix (oral)
3,071.00 mg/kg
ATEmix (dermal)
7,333.00 mg/kg (ATE)

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Ecotoxicity
The environmental impact of this product has not been fully investigated.

Persistence and Degradability

No information available.

Bioaccumulation
No information available

Other adverse effects

No information available.

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Waste treatment methods

Disposal methods This material, as supplied, is not a hazardous waste according to Federal regulations (40
CFR 261). This material could become a hazardous waste if it is mixed with or otherwise
comes in contact with a hazardous waste, if chemical additions are made to this material, or
if the material is processed or otherwise altered. Consult 40 CFR 261 to determine whether
the altered material is a hazardous waste. Consult the appropriate state, regional, or local
regulations for additional requirements.

Contaminated Packaging Dispose of contents/containers in accordance with local regulations.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

DOT NOT REGULATED

Proper Shipping Name NON REGULATED
Hazard Class N/A

TDG NOT REGULATED

MEX NOT REGULATED

ICAO NOT REGULATED

IATA NOT REGULATED

Proper Shipping Name NON REGULATED

IMDG/IMO NOT REGULATED

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RID NOT REGULATED

ADR NOT REGULATED

ADN NOT REGULATED

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

International Inventories

TSCA Complies
DSL All components are listed either on the DSL or NDSL.

TSCA - United States Toxic Substances Control Act Section 8(b) Inventory
DSL/NDSL - Canadian Domestic Substances List/Non-Domestic Substances List

US Federal Regulations

SARA 313
Section 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA). This product does not contain any
chemicals which are subject to the reporting requirements of the Act and Title 40 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 372

SARA 311/312 Hazard Categories

Acute Health Hazard Yes
Chronic Health Hazard No
Fire Hazard Yes
Sudden release of pressure hazard No
Reactive Hazard No

CWA (Clean Water Act)

This product does not contain any substances regulated as pollutants pursuant to the Clean Water Act (40 CFR 122.21 and 40
CFR 122.42)

CERCLA
This material, as supplied, does not contain any substances regulated as hazardous substances under the Comprehensive
Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA) (40 CFR 302) or the Superfund Amendments and
Reauthorization Act (SARA) (40 CFR 355). There may be specific reporting requirements at the local, regional, or state level
pertaining to releases of this material

US State Regulations

California Proposition 65
This product does not contain any Proposition 65 chemicals.

U.S. State Right-to-Know Regulations

This product does not contain any substances regulated by state right-to-know regulations.

International Regulations

Canada
WHMIS Hazard Class
Not determined

16. OTHER INFORMATION

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NFPA Health Hazards 2 Flammability 1 Instability 0 Physical and

Chemical Hazards -
HMIS Health Hazards 2 Flammability 1 Physical Hazard 0 Personal Protection
X

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Issuing Date 04-Jan-2017
Revision Date 02-May-2017
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