MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

in accordance with 91/155/EEC

1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE / PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY / UNDERTAKING
Product Name: ARC® 855B (Part B), ARC® 855G (Part B)
Date of Preparation: 22 October 2004 MSDS No. 234B-9
Hazardous according to criteria of Worksafe Australia.
Company: Supplier:
A.W. CHESTERTON COMPANY
860 Salem Street
Groveland, MA 01834-1563, USA
Tel.: +1 978-469-6446
(Mon. - Fri. 8:30 - 5:00 PM EST)

For Chemical Emergency:

24 hours per day, 7 days per week
Call Infotrac: 1-800-535-5053
Outside N. America: +1 352-323-3500 (collect)
Use: ARC® Polymer Composite. Repair damage caused by impact, abrasion, erosion or corrosion; rebuild worn areas; fill
holes and cracks; provide abrasion resistant surfaces.

2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Hazardous Ingredients1 % Wt. CAS No. EC No. Symbol R-phrases
3-Aminomethyl-3,5,5-trimethylcyclohexylamine 40-50 2855-13-2 220-666-8 C 21/22-34-43-
52/53
Benzyl Alcohol 40-50 100-51-6 202-859-9 Xn 20/22
4,4’-Isopropylidenediphenol (Bisphenol A) 1-3 80-05-7 201-245-8 Xn 37-41-43-62

See section 15 for labelling risk phrases and section 16 for others.
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Causes burns. Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. May cause sensitisation by skin contact. Harmful to
aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. The safety and health hazards are detailed
separately for Part A and Part B. The final cured material is considered nonhazardous.

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, administer artificial respiration. Contact physician.
Skin Contact: Flood area with water while removing contaminated clothing. Wash clothing before reuse. Consult
physician.
Eye Contact: Flush eyes for at least 30 minutes with large amounts of water.
Ingestion: If conscious, do not induce vomiting; drink milk, water or vinegar. Contact physician immediately.
Advice to Physician: Treat symptoms.

1
© A.W. Chesterton Co., 2004 All Rights Reserved. Classified according to: * 29 CFR 1910.1200, 1915, 1916, 1917
® Reg. US Patent and TM Office * Mass. Right-to-Know Law (ch. 40, M.G.L..O. 111F)
* Canadian WHMIS regulations
* 67/548/EEC (29th Adaptation) and 99/45/EC
* Worksafe Australia [NOHSC: 1008 (1999)]

Page 1 of 5
 Product: ARC® 855B (Part B), ARC® 855G (Part B)
Date: 22 October 2004 MSDS No.: 234B-9

5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing Methods: Carbon Dioxide, dry chemical, foam or water fog
Unusual Fire and Explosion none
Hazards:
Special Fire Fighting Measures: Cool exposed containers with water. Recommend Firefighters wear self-contained
breathing apparatus.
Flammability Classification: not determined
HAZCHEM Emergency Action Code: 2 Z
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precautions: Evacuate area. Provide adequate ventilation. Utilize exposure controls and personal
protection as specified in Section 8.
Environmental Precautions: Keep out of sewers, streams and waterways.
Methods of Clean Up: Scoop up and transfer to a suitable container for disposal. Flush final traces of spill
with water.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Handling: Avoid all direct contact. Avoid breathing mist or vapor. Utilize exposure controls and personal protection as
specified in Section 8. Remove contaminated clothing immediately. Wash clothing before reuse. Contaminated
leather including shoes cannot be decontaminated and should be discarded.
Storage: Store in cool, dry area.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION

Hazardous Ingredients OSHA ACGIH TLV AUSTRALIA
ppm mg/m3 ppm mg/m3 ppm mg/m3
3-Aminomethyl-3,5,5- – – – – – –
trimethylcyclohexylamine
Benzyl Alcohol – – – – – –
4,4’-Isopropylidenediphenol (Bisphenol A) – – – – – –

Respiratory Protection: Not normally needed. If necessary, utilize an approved (amine) organic vapor respirator.
Ventilation: Provide adequate ventilation. If necessary, provide local exhaust.
Protective Gloves: Chemical resistant gloves (e.g., butyl rubber, nitrile)
Eye Protection: Safety goggles.
Other: Impervious clothing as necessary to prevent skin contact.

© A.W. Chesterton Co., 2004 All Rights Reserved. ® Reg. US Patent and TM Office Page 2 of 5
 Product: ARC® 855B (Part B), ARC® 855G (Part B)
Date: 22 October 2004 MSDS No.: 234B-9

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Physical state liquid Odour amine
Colour amber Vapour pressure @ 20°C not determined
Initial boiling point not determined % Aromatics by weight not determined
Melting point not determined pH not applicable
% Volatile (by volume) 0% Density 1,0 kg/l
Flash point 110°C (230°F) Weight per volume 8.3 lbs/gal.
Method Closed Cup Coefficient (water/oil) <1
Viscosity < 100 cps @ 25°C Vapour density (air=1) >1
Autoignition temp. not determined Rate of evaporation (ether=1) <1
Explosion limits not determined Solubility in water slightly soluble
Other none

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Stability: Stable
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Hazardous Decomposition Carbon Monoxide, Carbon Dioxide, nitrous oxides, aldehydes, and other toxic fumes.
Products:
Conditions to Avoid: Open flames and red hot surfaces.
Materials to Avoid: Strong acids and strong oxidizers like liquid Chlorine and concentrated Oxygen.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Primary Route of Exposure Under Inhalation, skin and eye contact. Personnel with pre-existing allergies, eczema or skin
Normal Use: conditions may be aggravated by exposure.
Acute Effects: Direct contact will cause burns to skin, eyes and mucous membranes. High vapor
concentrations and mist can cause severe eye and respiratory tract irritation, headache,
dizziness, nausea and possibly shortness of breath.
Chronic Effects: Prolonged or repeated contact may cause asthma, skin sensitization and other allergic
responses. Vapors and mist may cause liver and kidney changes. 4,4’-
Isopropylidenediphenol produced effects on fertility in an animal ingestion study.
Other Information: As per 29 CFR 1910.1200 (Hazard Communication), this product contains no
carcinogens as listed in the National Toxicology Program (NTP), the International
Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) or the Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA).

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Ecotoxicological data have not been determined specifically for this product. The information given below is based on a
knowledge of the components and the ecotoxicology of similar substances.
Mobility: Liquid. Slightly soluble in water. In determining environmental mobility, consider the product's physical
and chemical properties (see Section 9). Benzyl Alcohol: expected to have very high mobility in soils.
4,4’-Isopropylidenediphenol: expected to have moderate to low mobility in soil.
Degradability: 3-Aminomethyl-3,5,5-trimethylcyclohexylamine, 4,4’-Isopropylidenediphenol: biodegradable. Benzyl
Alcohol: expected to biodegrade relatively quickly.
Accumulation: Benzyl Alcohol, 4,4’-Isopropylidenediphenol: bioconcentration in aquatic organisms is not expected to
be significant.
Ecotoxicity: 3-Aminomethyl-3,5,5-trimethylcyclohexylamine is harmful to aquatic organisms. May cause long-term
adverse effects in the aquatic environment.

© A.W. Chesterton Co., 2004 All Rights Reserved. ® Reg. US Patent and TM Office Page 3 of 5
 Product: ARC® 855B (Part B), ARC® 855G (Part B)
Date: 22 October 2004 MSDS No.: 234B-9

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Unreacted components are a special waste. Combine resin and curative. The final cured material is considered nonhazardous.
Landfill sealed containers in an approved area. Check local, state and national/federal regulations and comply with the most
stringent requirement.
EWC-code: 08 04 09

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

TDG: ISOPHORONEDIAMINE SOLUTION, 8, UN2289, U.S. DOT :
III Shipping Name:1 ISOPHORONEDIAMINE SOLUTION
Hazard Class: 8
IMDG: ISOPHORONEDIAMINE SOLUTION, CLASS 8,
UN/NA #: UN2289
UN2289, III, ERG No. 153, EmS No. 8-05.
Packaging Group #: III
IATA/ICAO: ISOPHORONEDIAMINE SOLUTION, CLASS 8, Emergency Response Guide Book No. 153
1
UN2289, III NOTE: Shipped as Consumer Commodity ORM-D in
packaging having a rated capacity gross weight of 66 lb. or less
ADR/RID: 2289 ISOPHORONEDIAMINE SOLUTION, 8, III, (49 CFR 173.154(c)).
ADR

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

European Classification: 1 C - Corrosive
R-Phrase(s): R34 Causes burns.
R20/21/22 Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
R43 May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
R52/53 Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the
aquatic environment.
S-Phrase(s): S36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek
medical advice.
S28B After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water.
S45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately
(show the label where possible).
S61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/safety data
sheets.
Name of the substances on the 3-Aminomethyl-3,5,5-trimethylcyclohexylamine, Benzyl Alcohol, 4,4’-
label: Isopropylidenediphenol
Other information: none
Canadian Classification: 1 E: Corrosive materials; D2B: Toxic materials causing other effects
Risk Phrase(s): Causes burns. Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. May cause
sensitisation by skin contact.
Precautionary and First Aid Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. Use with adequate
Measure(s): ventilation.
In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical
advice. After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water. In case of accident
or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible).
Other Information: none

© A.W. Chesterton Co., 2004 All Rights Reserved. ® Reg. US Patent and TM Office Page 4 of 5
 Product: ARC® 855B (Part B), ARC® 855G (Part B)
Date: 22 October 2004 MSDS No.: 234B-9

16. OTHER INFORMATION

US EPA SARA TITLE III Hazardous Materials Identification System (HMIS)
312 Hazards : 313 Chemicals : 4 = Severe Hazard HEALTH 3
3 = Serious Hazard
Immediate Bisphenol A 80-05-7 1-3% 2 = Moderate Hazard FLAMMABILITY 1
Delayed 1 = Slight Hazard REACTIVITY 1
0 = Minimal Hazard
* = See Section 8 Personal Protection *

JAPAN PRTR Class I Chemicals : Class II Chemicals :

Bisphenol A none
Risk phrases in section 2: R20/21/22: Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
R34: Causes burns.
R37: Irritating to respiratory system.
R41: Risk of serious damage to eyes.
R43: May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
R52/53: Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic
environment.
R62: Possible risk of impaired fertility.
Changes to the MSDS in this revision: 1 (address and telephone number), 2, 7, 11, 16.

This information is based solely on data provided by suppliers of the materials used, not on the mixture itself. No warranty is
expressed or implied regarding the accuracy of the data or the suitability of the product for the user’s particular purpose. The
user must make their own determination as to suitability.

© A.W. Chesterton Co., 2004 All Rights Reserved. ® Reg. US Patent and TM Office Page 5 of 5