MSDS

Aluminum Oxide Convolute Wheel

Section I

Manufacturer's Name: Weiler Corporation
Address: One Weiler Drive, Cresco, PA 18326
Emergency Telephone Number: (570) 595-7495
Telephone Number for Information: (570) 595-7495
Date prepared: January 25, 2006
Name of preparer: Frank J. Hettes

Section II - Hazardous Ingredients / Identity Information

Hazardous Components,
(Specific Chemical Identity, Common Name(s)

CAS#

OSHA PEL

*REG.
(Y/N)

ACGIH
TL

Carcinogen
(Y/N)

% (optional)

*Aluminum Oxide
(Alpha Alumina)

1344-28-1

15 mg/m3

Y

10 mg/m3

N

40-45%

Urethane
(Aromatic Isocyanate)

26447-40-5

0.02 PPM

Y

0.2 mg/m3-C

N

35-40%

Acrylic Latex
(Synthetic Rubber Latex)

-

-

-

-

-

0 - 5%

Phenolic Resin

-

-

-

-

-

10 - 15%

Section III - Physical / Chemical Characteristics

Boiling Point: **N/A
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg.): **N/A
Vapor Density (AIR=1): **N/A
Solubility in Water: **N/A
Solubility in Alcohol: **N/A
Specific Gravity (H2O=1): **N/A
Melting Point: **N/A
Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate=1): **N/A
Appearance and Odor: Nylon backed coated abrasive

Section IV - Fire and Explosion Hazard Data

Flash Point (method used): **N/A
Flammable Limits: LEL: **N/A   UEL: **N/A
Extinguishing Media: Carbon dioxide, foam, water.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Backing and resin may decompose into irritating gas 
(use respiratory protection)
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: **N/A

Section V - Reactivity Data

Stability: ***NAIF
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): ***NAIF
Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts: ***NAIF
Hazardous Polymerization: ***NAIF

Section VI - Health Hazard Data

Primary Route(s) of Entry Acute and chronic Health effects and effects of overexposure First and
Medical Information
Inhalation
(during use)
 Acute: May cause coughing, shortness of breath (dust).
Chronic: May effect breathing capacity.		 Remove to fresh air.
Obtain medical assistance, if needed.
Ingestion

 No known adverse affects, but ingestion not recommended. Obtain first aid or medical assistance, if needed
Skin (contact
& absorption)
 Not absorbed through skin; may cause abrasions.
 Obtain first aid or medical assistance, if needed.
Eye Dust may irritate eyes. Wash with large amounts of water. Obtain first aid or medical assistance, if needed.
Other Potential
Health Risks		 ***NAIF
 ***NAIF

Section VII - Precautions For Safe Handling And Use

Steps to be taken in case material is released or spilled: Normal clean up procedure.
Waste disposal method: Standard landfill methods consistent with applicable Federal, State and Local laws.
Precautions to be taken in handling and storage: Handle with adequate ventilation for nuisance dust.
  See OSHA 20 CFR 1910.94 (Ventilation) and OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1000 (Air Contaminates).

Section VIII - Control Measures

Respiratory protection (specify type): As needed, approved dust respiratory (OSHA 24 CFR 1910.134)
Ventilation:
  Local Exhaust: Recommended
  Mechanical (General): Recommended
  Special: ***NAIF
  Other: ***NAIF
Protective gloves: As desired by user
Eye protection: Recommended
Other protective clothing or equipment: ***NAIF
Work/Hygienic Practices: See sections VII and VIII

* = Materials are regulated by OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200. Hazard Communication Standard.
   Aluminum Oxide is regulated by SARA.

**N/A = Not Applicable

***NAIF = No Applicable Information Found


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