ARDEX ABALASTIC-Additive to be used with Ardex standard grade cement based adhesives.
ARDEX ABALASTIC
Chemwatch Material Safety Data Sheet
Section 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT NAME
ARDEX ABALASTIC
PRODUCT USE
Additive to be used with Ardex standard grade cement based adhesives. For use where slight
structural movement, vibration or flexing of the substrate is anticipated.
SUPPLIER
Company: Ardex Australia Pty Ltd
Address:
20 Powers Road
Seven Hills
NSW, 2147
AUS
Telephone: 1800 224 070
Fax: +61 2 9838 7817
CHEMWATCH HAZARD RATINGS
Flammability
Toxicity
Body Contact
Reactivity
Chronic
SCALE: Min/Nil=0 Low=1 Moderate=2 High=3 Extreme=4
Section 2 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
STATEMENT OF HAZARDOUS NATURE
NON-HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE. NON-DANGEROUS GOODS. According to the Criteria of
NOHSC, and the ADG Code.
POISONS SCHEDULE
None
RISK SAFETY
None under normal operating conditions. » Do not breathe gas/ fumes/ vapour/ spray.
» Avoid contact with skin.
Section 3 - COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
NAME CAS RN %
acrylic copolymer 10-60
bacteriacide 0-1
water 7732-18-5 balance
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Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
SWALLOWED
» Rinse mouth out with plenty of water.
• If swallowed do NOT induce vomiting.
• If vomiting occurs, lean patient forward or place on left side (head-down position, if possible) to maintain open
airway and prevent aspiration.
• Observe the patient carefully.
• Never give liquid to a person showing signs of being sleepy or with reduced awareness; i.e. becoming unconscious.
• Give water to rinse out mouth, then provide liquid slowly and as much as casualty can comfortably drink.
• Seek medical advice.
EYE
» If this product comes in contact with the eyes:
• Wash out immediately with fresh running water.
• Ensure complete irrigation of the eye by keeping eyelids apart and away from eye and moving the eyelids by
occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids.
• If pain persists or recurs seek medical attention.
• Removal of contact lenses after an eye injury should only be undertaken by skilled personnel.
SKIN
» If skin contact occurs:
• Immediately remove all contaminated clothing, including footwear.
• Flush skin and hair with running water (and soap if available).
• Seek medical attention in event of irritation.
INHALED
» • If fumes or combustion products are inhaled remove from contaminated area.
• Other measures are usually unnecessary.
NOTES TO PHYSICIAN
» Treat symptomatically.
Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
» • There is no restriction on the type of extinguisher which may be used.
• Use extinguishing media suitable for surrounding area.
FIRE FIGHTING
» • Alert Fire Brigade and tell them location and nature of hazard.
• Wear breathing apparatus plus protective gloves for fire only.
• Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water courses.
• Use fire fighting procedures suitable for surrounding area.
• DO NOT approach containers suspected to be hot.
• Cool fire exposed containers with water spray from a protected location.
• If safe to do so, remove containers from path of fire.
• Equipment should be thoroughly decontaminated after use.
FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARD
» • The material is not readily combustible under normal conditions.
• However, it will break down under fire conditions and the organic component may burn.
• Not considered to be a significant fire risk.
• Heat may cause expansion or decomposition with violent rupture of containers.
• Decomposes on heating and may produce toxic fumes of carbon monoxide (CO).
• May emit acrid smoke.
Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FIRE INCOMPATIBILITY
» • Avoid reaction with oxidising agents.
HAZCHEM: None
Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
MINOR SPILLS
» • Clean up all spills immediately.
• Avoid breathing vapours and contact with skin and eyes.
• Control personal contact by using protective equipment.
• Contain and absorb spill with sand, earth, inert material or vermiculite.
• Wipe up.
• Place in a suitable labelled container for waste disposal.
MAJOR SPILLS
» Minor hazard.
• Clear area of personnel.
• Alert Fire Brigade and tell them location and nature of hazard.
• Control personal contact by using protective equipment as required.
• Prevent spillage from entering drains or water ways.
• Contain spill with sand, earth or vermiculite.
• Collect recoverable product into labelled containers for recycling.
• Absorb remaining product with sand, earth or vermiculite and place in appropriate
containers for disposal.
• Wash area and prevent runoff into drains or waterways.
• If contamination of drains or waterways occurs, advise emergency services.
Personal Protective Equipment advice is contained in Section 8 of the MSDS.
Section 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
PROCEDURE FOR HANDLING
» • Limit all unnecessary personal contact.
• Wear protective clothing when risk of exposure occurs.
• Use in a well-ventilated area.
• Avoid contact with incompatible materials.
• When handling, DO NOT eat, drink or smoke.
• Keep containers securely sealed when not in use.
• Avoid physical damage to containers.
• Always wash hands with soap and water after handling.
• Work clothes should be laundered separately.
• Use good occupational work practice.
• Observe manufacturer's storing and handling recommendations.
• Atmosphere should be regularly checked against established exposure standards to ensure safe working conditions
are maintained.
SUITABLE CONTAINER
» • Lined metal can, lined metal pail/ can.
• Plastic pail.
• Polyliner drum.
Section 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
• Packing as recommended by manufacturer.
• Check all containers are clearly labelled and free from leaks.
STORAGE INCOMPATIBILITY
» Avoid storage with oxidisers.
STORAGE REQUIREMENTS
» • Store in original containers.
• Keep containers securely sealed.
• Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area.
• Store away from incompatible materials and foodstuff containers.
• Protect containers against physical damage and check regularly for leaks.
• Observe manufacturer's storing and handling recommendations.
Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
EXPOSURE CONTROLS
The following materials had no OELs on our records
• water: CAS:7732- 18- 5
MATERIAL DATA
» None assigned for mixture or identified for ingredient(s).
INGREDIENT DATA
WATER:
» No exposure limits set by NOHSC or ACGIH.
PERSONAL PROTECTION
EYE
» • Safety glasses with side shields; or as required,
• Chemical goggles.
• Contact lenses may pose a special hazard; soft contact lenses may absorb and
concentrate irritants. A written policy document, describing the wearing of lens or
restrictions on use, should be created for each workplace or task. This should include a
review of lens absorption and adsorption for the class of chemicals in use and an account
of injury experience. Medical and first-aid personnel should be trained in their removal
and suitable equipment should be readily available. In the event of chemical exposure,
begin eye irrigation immediately and remove contact lens as soon as practicable. Lens
should be removed at the first signs of eye redness or irritation - lens should be
removed in a clean environment only after workers have washed hands thoroughly. [CDC
NIOSH Current Intelligence Bulletin 59].
HANDS/FEET
» Wear chemical protective gloves, eg. PVC.
Wear safety footwear.
OTHER
» • Overalls.
• Eyewash unit.
The local concentration of material, quantity and conditions of use determine the type of
personal protective equipment required. For further information consult site specific
CHEMWATCH data (if available), or your Occupational Health and Safety Advisor.
Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
» General exhaust is adequate under normal operating conditions. If risk of overexposure
exists, wear SAA approved respirator. Correct fit is essential to obtain adequate
protection. Provide adequate ventilation in warehouse or closed storage areas.
Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
APPEARANCE
White milky liquid; mixes with water.
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Liquid.
Mixes with water.
Molecular Weight: Not applicable Boiling Range (°C): 100
Melting Range (°C): Not available Specific Gravity (water= 1): 1.01 (approx.)
Solubility in water (g/L): Miscible pH (as supplied): Not available
pH (1% solution): 7.0 (approx.) Vapour Pressure (kPa): 3.05 @ 20 deg C
Volatile Component (%vol): Not available Evaporation Rate: Not available
Relative Vapour Density (air=1): Not Flash Point (°C): Not a pplicable
available
Lower Explosive Limit (%): Not applicable Upper Explosive Limit (%): Not applicable
Autoignition Temp (°C): Not applicable Decomposition Temp (°C): Not available
State: Liquid Viscosity: Not available
Section 10 - CHEMICAL STABILITY AND REACTIVITY INFORMATION
CONDITIONS CONTRIBUTING TO INSTABILITY
» • Presence of incompatible materials.
• Product is considered stable.
• Hazardous polymerisation will not occur.
For incompatible materials - refer to Section 7 - Handling and Storage.
Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
ACUTE HEALTH EFFECTS
SWALLOWED
» Considered an unlikely route of entry in commercial/industrial environments.
The liquid is discomforting to the gastro-intestinal tract.
Ingestion may result in nausea, abdominal irritation, pain and vomiting.
EYE
» The liquid is discomforting to the eyes and is capable of causing a mild, temporary redness of
the conjunctiva (similar to wind-burn), temporary impairment of vision and/ or other transient eye
damage/ ulceration.
SKIN
» The material may be discomforting to the skin if exposure is prolonged and is capable of causing
skin reactions which may lead to dermatitis from repeated exposures over long periods.
Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
INHALED
» Not normally a hazard due to non-volatile nature of product.
The vapour/mist is discomforting to the upper respiratory tract.
CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS
» Principal routes of exposure are usually by skin contact/eye contact.
Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause drying with cracking, irritation and possible
dermatitis following.
As with any chemical product, contact with unprotected bare skin; inhalation of vapour, mist or
dust in work place atmosphere; or ingestion in any form, should be avoided by observing good
occupational work practice.
TOXICITY AND IRRITATION
» unless otherwise specified data extracted from RTECS - Register of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances.
» Not available for mixture or identified for ingredient(s).
Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No data
Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
» • Consult manufacturer for recycling options and recycle where possible .
• Consult State Land Waste Management Authority for disposal.
• Incinerate residue at an approved site.
• Recycle containers if possible, or dispose of in an authorised landfill.
Section 14 - TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
HAZCHEM: None (ADG7)
NOT REGULATED FOR TRANSPORT OF DANGEROUS GOODS: UN, IATA, IMDG
Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
POISONS SCHEDULE: None
REGULATIONS
Ardex Abalastic (CAS: None):
No regulations applicable
water (CAS: 7732-18-5) is found on the following regulatory lists;
Australia Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS)
GESAMP/EHS Composite List of Hazard Profiles - Hazard evaluation of substances transported by ships
IMO IBC Code Chapter 18: List of products to which the Code does not apply
OECD Representative List of High Production Volume (HPV) Chemicals
Section 16 - OTHER INFORMATION
» Classification of the preparation and its individual components has drawn on official
and authoritative sources as well as independent review by the Chemwatch Classification
committee using available literature references.
A list of reference resources used to assist the committee may be found at:
www.chemwatch.net/references.
» The (M)SDS is a Hazard Communication tool and should be used to assist in the Risk
Assessment. Many factors determine whether the reported Hazards are Risks in the
workplace or other settings. Risks may be determined by reference to Exposures Scenarios.
Scale of use, frequency of use and current or available engineering controls must be
considered.
Source: ARDEX
