MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

Trade Name: AIRDRY ADDITIVE
Chemical Family: Styrene
Formula: Mixture

Manufacturer: ASHLAND CHEMICAL
2620 Royal Windsor Drive
Mississauga, Ontario L5J 4E7
Emergency Ph. #'s: 1-800-274-5263

Supplier: Industrial Plastics (1975) Ltd
3944 Quadra Street
Victoria, BC V8X 1J6 250.727.9223

Transportation EMG. Phone # CANUTEC (613) 996-6666 (250) 727-9223

HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS:
Styrene (Inhibited): 60-100% CAS # 100-42-5
Exposure Limits: LD50 oral rat 4000 mg/kg, skin-rabbit 2000 mg/kg,
LD50 2770 ppm/4hr - rat

PHYSICAL DATA:
Appearance & Odour: clear liquid, aromatic odour
Odour Threshold: N/A
Vapour Pressure: (mm Hg) approx 4.5
Vapour Density: (air = 1) 3.6
Solubility in Water: 0.03%
Specific Gravity: 0.907
pH: N/A

FIRE & EXPLOSION DATA:
Flashpoint & Method: 31oC (PMCC)
Flammable Limits: LFL 1.1, UFL 6.1
Extinguishing Methods: foam, dry chemical, CO2, water fog & alcohol foam
Special Equipment & Self-contained breathing apparatus & complete protective clothing. Keep all sources of
Procedures: ignition away as fumes may ignite.

REACTIVITY DATA:
Conditions Contributing to Instability: High temperature
Incompatible Substances : Acid, base, oxidizing materials, aluminum chloride.
Hazardous Decomposition Products; CO, CO2, Aldehydes
Hazardous Polymerization: Will occur at high temperatures

HEALTH HAZARDS DATA:
NOTE: Health studies have shown that exposure to chemicals pose potential risks which may vary from person to person. exposure to liquids, vapours, mists or fumes should be minimized.

PRINCIPAL HEALTH HAZARDS:
Skin Contact: Contact may cause dry skin, irritate skin or dermatitis
Eye Contact: Irritation and corneal injury
Ingestion: May cause gastrointestinal disturbances, pain & discomfort.
Inhalation: May cause irritation of the respiratory tract, narcosis and possible lung damage.
Chronic Effects: Contains styrene monomer, a possible carcinogen.

FIRST AID PROCEDURES:
Skin: Wash with soap & water. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
Eyes: Flush with flowing water for 15 minutes. If irritation persists, obtain medical attention.
DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING, have victim drink 8 to 10 oz. of water to dilute material in stomach.
Ingestion: Seek medical attention.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air, give oxygen or artificial respiration as required, seek medical attention.

PREVENTIVE MEASURES:
Skin: Always apply appropriate barrier cream to exposed skin. Wear impervious gloves (butyl rubber), coveralls and safety footwear.
Eyes: Chemical proof goggles or full face respirator if vapours cause eye irritation.
Ingestion: Wash thoroughly before consuming food stuffs.
Use only in well ventilated areas or use NIOSH or CAS approved respiratory protection with organic inhalation: vapour cartridges.

CONTROL MEASURES & PRECAUTIONS
Keep container tightly closed. Do not consume food, drink or tobacco in work area or material storage areas. Use caution
and personal cleanliness to avoid skin and eye contact. Avoid breathing vapours of heated materials. Use paper covering
absorbent wipes and suitable disposable containers in work area.

SPILL, LEAK & DISPOSAL METHODS
Review fire and explosion hazards and safety precautions before proceeding with cleanup. Restrict access to area. Contain spill to prevent liquid from entering sewers or waterways. Recover free liquid and use an absorbent material (i.e. sand, vermiculite) to soak up balance. Place in suitable container for disposal.

DISPOSAL METHOD
Dispose only in a facility permitted to dispose of hazardous waste by Federal, Provincial and Municipal regulations.

SHIPPING INFORMATION
Shipping Name: Styrene Monomer Inhibited
Hazard Class: 3 (9.2)
UN/PIN #: 2055 II
Flashpoint: 31oC
WHMIS Classification: B.2, D.2.A

The information contained herein is based on data that we believe to be accurate. No warranty either expressed or implied is made. This information is offered solely for your consideration, interpretation and information.


Preparation Date: February 21, 1993
Prepared by: Ron Sherring, Industrial Plastics (1975) Ltd.
Telephone #: (250) 727-3545
Revised Date: July 1, 11