Safety Data Sheet

According to regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH)

67400 - Paraloid™ B 72

Revised edition: 07.07.2007 printed: 03.11.2008

1. Identification of the Substance/Preparation and of the Company/Undertaking

Identification of the Product

Product Name: Paraloid™ B 72
Article No.: 67400
Use of the Substance/Preparation: Artists´ and Restoration Material
Company
Company: Kremer Pigmente GmbH & Co. KG
Address: Hauptstrasse 41-47, D 88317 Aichstetten
Tel/Fax: Tel +49 7565 91120, Fax +49 7565 1606
Internet: www.kremer-pigmente.de, kremer-pigmente@t-online.de
Emergency No.: +49 7565 91120, Mon-Fri 8:00 - 17:00

2. Hazard Identification

Hazard designation: Not hazardous according to EC Guidelines 67/548/EEC and

99/45/EC.

3. Composition/Information on Ingredients

Chemical Characterization: Preparation.

Hazardous Ingredients: This product does not contain any hazardous components according
to EC Guidelines 67/548/EEC and 99/45/EC.

4. First Aid Measures

After inhalation: Take affected person to fresh air.

After skin contact: Wash with soap and rinse with plenty of water.
In case of complaints consult physician.
After eye contact: Rinse open eyes with plenty of water. In case of discomfort seek
medical help.
After ingestion: Drink 1 - 2 glasses of water. Consult a physician in case of
complaints.
Never give anything to unconscious person.

5. Fire-Fighting Measures

Suitable extinguishing media: CO2, extinguishing powder, water spray.

Protective equipment: Wear self-containing breathing apparatus and protective clothing.
Special hazards: Product is combustible, it burns vigorously with intense heat
development.
Do not inhale fumes.
Further information: Cool exposed containers with water spray.

6. Accidental Release Measures

Personal precautions: Wear appropriate protective equipment. Keep spectators away.

Environmental precautions: Do not allow to enter sewers, surface or ground water.
Methods of cleaning/absorption: Clean up mechanically. Transfer liquids and solid diking material to
separate suitable containers for recovery or disposal.

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Safety Data Sheet
According to regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH)
67400 - Paraloid™ B 72

Revised edition: 07.07.2007 printed: 03.11.2008

7. Handling and Storage

Handling
Instructions on safe handling: Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
Information on fire and explosion Take precautionary measures against static discharges, earth/ground
protection: all equipment.
Monomer vapors may be evolved when material is heated during
processing operations.
Storage
Storage conditions: Store in tightly sealed containers in a dry and cool room.
Requirements for storage areas Ground all metal containers during storage and handling.
and containers:
Material is combustible. Indoor storage should be limited to
restricted areas, which should be equipped with automatic sprinkling
systems.
Further information: Maximum storage temperature: 49°C (120°C). Minimum storage
temperature: -18°C (0°F).

8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Additional information about Provide adequate ventilation.

design of technical systems:
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with
an eyewash facility.
Respiratory protection: Respiratory protection with filter type N95 (corresp. to NIOSH resp.
DIN standards) recommended for organic vapors. Filter types R95 or
R96 recommended for oil mist.
Hand protection:: Gloves made of cotton.
Eye protection: Safety glasses with protective shields (EN 166).

9. Physical and Chemical Properties

Form: granules
Color: clear
Odor: acrylic
Boiling temperature: not applicable
Flash point: not applicable
Ignition temperature: 393°C
Density: 0.66 g/cm3
Solubility in water: practically insoluble

10. Stability and Reactivity

Thermal Avoid temperatures above 260°C. The thermal decomposition

decomposition/Conditions to be
avoided:
Products to be avoided:
depends of time and temperature.
Stable when used according to specifications.
There are no known products which are incompatible with this
product.

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Safety Data Sheet
According to regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH)
67400 - Paraloid™ B 72

Revised edition: 07.07.2007 printed: 03.11.2008

Hazardous decomposition Thermal decomposition may yield acrylic monomers.

products:
Further information: Product does not polymerize.

11. Toxicological Information

Acute toxicity
LD50, oral: > 5000 mg/kg (rat)
LD50, dermal: > 3000 mg/kg (rabbit)
Primary effects
Irritant effect on skin: Slight irritant effect (rabbit).
Irritant effect on eyes: Slight irritant effect (rabbit).
Further toxicological effects: Result based on a product with similar composition.

12. Ecological Information

Further ecological effects: No ecological data available.

Further information
Water hazard class: 1

13. Disposal Considerations

Product: In accordance with current regulations, product may be taken to an

incineration plant.
Waste Code Nr.: The waste code must be determined with the regional disposal
service.

14. Transport Information

Further information: Not classified as a dangerous good under transport regulations.

15. Regulatory Information

Designation according to EC The material is not subject to classification according to EC lists.
guidelines:
Water hazard class: 1, slightly hazardous for water
Further information
EC: This product is in accordance with the requirements of the European Inventory of Existing Chemical
Substances (EINECS).
TSCA (USA): All components of this product are listed under the U.S. Toxic Substance Control Act
(TSCA) Chemical Inventory.

16. Other Information

This product should be stored, handled and used in accordance with good hygiene practices and in
conformity with any legal regulations.
This information contained herein is based on the present state of knowledge and is intended to describe
our product from the point of view of safety requirements. It should be therefore not be construed as
guaranteeing specific properties.

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