Non-Woven Flat Stock & Surface Conditioning Products Material Safety Data
Sheet (MSDS)
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, 2009
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
(Non-Fibrous)
1344-28-1
15mg/m3
Y
10 mg/m3
N
0-75%
Silicon Carbide
409.21.2
15mg/m3
Y
10 mg/m3
N
0-75%
Nylon Fibers
-
15mg/m3
N
10 mg/m3
N
5- 30%
Cured Adhesive Resins
-
15mg/m3
N
10 mg/m3
N
10 - 50%
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: Web, roll or wheel impregnated with abrasive material
Section IV - Fire and Explosion Hazard Data Flash Point (method used): **N/A
Flammable Limits: LEL: **N/A UEL: **N/A
Extinguishing Media: **N/A
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Backing and resin binder will burn or decompose;
use respirator protection
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: **N/A
Section V - Reactivity Data Stability: Stable
Conditions to avoid: **N/A
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): **N/A
Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts: In-use dust and decomposing resin system fumes
are generated. In most cases, the material removed from the work piece will be significantly
greater than the coated abrasive product components.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Conditions to avoid: **N/A
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. Apply artificial respiration as needed.
Obtain first aid or medical assistance.
Ingestion
(dust)
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
During use on some materials, elevated sound levels may be created which affect hearing.
Obtain medical assistance.
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 OSHA 29 CFR 1910.133 (Face & Eye Protection)
Other protective clothing or equipment: **N/A
Work/Hygienic Practices: See sections VII and VIII
* = Materials are regulated by OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200. Hazard Communication Standard. The EPA has designated that non-fibrous forms of aluminum oxide are not a toxic chemical under Section 313 of SARA
