Material Safety Data Sheet

West System 410 Microlight

Version 1.1

Section 1: Identification of the Substance or Mixture and of the Supplier

Trade Name : West System 410 Microlight

Product Code : 410

Recommended Use : Used in conjunction with epoxy resin and hardeners as filler
material.

Company : ATL Composites

Address : 12-14 Production Ave Ernest 4214

Telephone : +61 7 5563 1222

Emergency telephone
number : +61 7 5563 1222

Revision Date : 26 May 2008

Section 2: Hazards Identification

Hazard Classification : Hazardous according to criteria of Worksafe Australia

Risk Phrases

None applicable.

Safety Phrases

None applicable.

Section 3: Composition/Information on Ingredients

Chemical Name CAS No. Weight %

Sodium Borosilicate 7631-86-9 >60

Formaldehyde polymer with

25155-81-1 <10
toluene

Tris(dimethylaminoethyl)phenol 90-72-2 <10

Other ingredients determined

- To 100
not to be hazardous

Section 4: First Aid Measures

Eye contact : Rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes
to remove particles. If discomfort persists, consult a doctor.
Skin contact : Wash with soap and water. Apply moisturising cream to
replenish moisture in skin if necessary.

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Ingestion : Do not induce vomiting. If conscious, give several glasses of

water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious
person.
Inhalation : Move to fresh air if effects occur. If effects persist, consult a
doctor.

Section 5: Fire Fighting Measures

Suitable extinguishing media : Water

Carbon dioxide (CO2).
Dry chemical.
Specific hazards : When excessive flock becomes airborne, a moderate
explosion hazard develops. Ignitable. Once ignited, builds
pressure at a substantial rate.
Special protective equipment
for fire-fighters : Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if
necessary.

Section 6: Accidental Release Measures

Personal precautions Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face

protection. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Avoid dust
formation.
Environmental precautions : No special environmental precautions required.
Methods for cleaning up : Sweep and shovel or use properly grounded vacuum
equipment. Do so in a manner that minimizes airborne dust.
Additional advice : None.

Section 7: Handling and Storage

Handling
Advice on safe handling :
Storage
Requirements for storage
areas and containers :
Use only with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with skin,
eyes and clothing. Avoid generating excessive airborne
material when handling. Properly ground all material
handling equipment to prevent static discharge.
Keep containers closed when not in use. Do not store
together with volatile chemicals as they may be adsorbed
onto product. Keep at ambient temperatures.

Section 8: Exposure Controls / Personal Protection

Workplace exposure standards: 2mg/m3, respirable.

Engineering measures
Personal protective equipment:
Respiratory protection :
Provide readily accessible eye wash stations and safety
showers.
Provide natural or explosion-proof ventilation adequate to
ensure concentrations are kept below exposure limits.
Approved respirator may be necessary if local exhaust
ventilation is not adequate.

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Hand protection : Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.

Use protective skin cream before handling the product.
Wear suitable gloves.
The breakthrough time of the selected glove(s) must be
greater than the intended use period.
Eye protection : Safety glasses or goggles are recommended, depending on
the expected level of exposure.
Skin and body protection : Long sleeve shirts and trousers without cuffs.
Impervious clothing.
Environmental exposure
Controls : Sweep or shovel material.
Special instructions for
protection and hygiene: Provide readily accessible eye wash stations and safety
showers. Wash at the end of each workshift and before
eating, smoking or using the toilet. Remove contaminated
clothing. Drench affected area with water for at least 15
minutes

Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties

Form : Powder

Colour : Off-whire

Odour : None

pH : Not available

Melting Point : Not available

Boiling Point : Not available

Flash Point : Not available

Vapour Pressure : Not available

Bulk Density : 0.11

Solubility in water : Insoluble

Section 10: Stability and Reactivity

Conditions to avoid : None known

Materials to avoid : None known
Hazardous decomposition
Products : Carbon monoxide
Hazardous reactions : Stable.

Section 11: Toxicological Information

Oral LD50: LD50/oral/rat = > 5000mg/kg.

Dermal LD50: LD50/dermal/rabbit = > 2000mg/kg

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Section 12: Ecological Information

No specific information.

Section 13: Disposal Considerations

Waste from residues / unused

Products : Contact supplier if guidance is required.
Contaminated packaging : Dispose of container and unused contents in accordance
with federal, state, and local requirements.

Section 14: Transport Information

ROAD & RAIL TRANSPORT: This product is not classified as a dangerous

good for road and rail transport in the
Australian Dangerous Goods Code (ADG). The
principal component is not included in the
lists of Environmentally Hazardous Substances
included in Appendix 8 of the 6th Edition of
the ADG Code.

IATA_C
Not classified as dangerous.

IMDG
Not classified as dangerous.

Section 15: Regulatory Information

The principal components and additives of this
product are included in the Australian
Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS) or
comply with the requirements of the Industrial
Chemicals (Notification and Assessment) Act 1989.

Poisons None
Schedule

Hazard HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES

Category CLASSIFICATION: Irritant.

Packaging & Product is labelled in accordance with the Code

Labelling of Practice for Labelling Workplace Substances.

Section 16: Other Information

Contact
Person/Point
PRODUCT INFORMATION MANAGER: (+61) 7 5563 1222
12-14 Production Av Ernest

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The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and
belief at the date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a guidance for safe handling,
use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a warranty or quality
specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such
material used in combination with any other materials or in any process, unless specified in the text.

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