HGDC1-3CC/0 HellermannTyton

HellermannTyton Product Safety Data Sheet 1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION & COMPANY/UNDERTAKING PRODUCT NAME: Helagrip and Ovalgrip Markers Address/Phone No: Hellermann Tyton International Medical and Technology Park William Prance Road Plymouth Devon PL2 3NX (01752) 701261 2. HAZARDOUS IDENTIFICATION Under normal conditions of use, harmful effects are unlikely. 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION OF INGREDIENTS PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Flexible PVC tubing and cable markers HAZARDOUS INGREDIENT(S) CAS No. %(w/w) Symbol R Phrases Antimony Trioxide 1309-64-4 <10% Xn R40 4. FIRST-AID MEASURES Inhalation: If burning, remove from source of noxious fumes. Administer artificial respiration or oxygen if necessary. Seek medical attention. Skin Contact: Drench the skin with plenty of cold water and cover with a clean dressing. Do not attempt to remove molten material. Have any burns treated by a physician. Eye Contact: Irrigate thoroughly with water for at least 10 minutes. Obtain medical attention. Ingestion: Do not ingest. If ingested, seek medical help. 5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES Extinguishing Media: Dry powder, water mist, foam. Fire Fighting Protective Equipment: In a fire situation, toxic and corrosive vapours will be evolved and self-contained breathing apparatus should be worn. PSDS-59 Issue 4 Page 1 of 1 Date: October 2011 PRODUCT NAME: Helagrip and Ovalgrip Markers 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Personal Precautions: Not anticipated Spill Response: Not applicable Methods for Disposal: Dispose of waste product in a sanitary landfill. 7. HANDLING & STORAGE 1.1 HANDLING Process Hazards Avoid handling product when being recovered with heat gun or flame torch. Do not touch until allowed to cool. Recover product in well-ventilated areas. 1.2 STORAGE Store away from heat and direct sunlight, store below 40C. Shelf Life: 5 years under above conditions 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION Occupational Exposure Limits None associated. Eye Protection: Avoid eye contact with vapours or smoke resulting from over-heating or when used in confined areas. Hand Protection: Avoid skin contact with hot material. Wear appropriate gloves to prevent thermal burns. Ingestion: Wash hands after handling, and before eating. Recommended Ventilation: Local exhaust is required for operations using large amounts of material. Conduct air monitoring to determine adequacy of ventilation. Use in a well- ventilated area. When using this product in a confined space or where ventilation may be inadequate, then respiratory protection may be worn. Inadequate ventilation or confined spaced would cause vapours from heating of this product to be present in the users breathing zone and may cause respiratory irritation. Excessive heating of this product may result in thermal degradation and decomposition products, which may result in adverse health effects. PSDS-59 Issue 4 Page 2 of 2 Date: October 2011