SAFETY DATA SHEET according to EC directive 2001/58/EC

Viton fluoroelastomer
Version 2.10 Revision Date 15.12.2006 Ref. 130000018845

This SDS adheres to the standards and regulatory requirements of the European Community and may not meet the regulatory requirements of other countries. 1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING Product information Product name Types : : : : Viton fluoroelastomer GF-600S, GF-200S, GLT-600S, GLT-200S, GFLT-600S, GFLT-200S, GBLT-600S GBL-600S, GBL-200S,VTR-8600, VTR-8605, VTR-8650, VTX8651, VTR-8655, VTR-8655, VTX-8656, VTR-8675, VTR-8505 VTR-7025, VTX-7119, VTR-9012, VTR-9137, VTX-9148, VTR-9153, GBL-200, GBL-205LF, GBL-900, GBLT-601, GBLT-301

Company

DuPont Performance Elastomers, S.A. 2, chemin du Pavillon CH-1218 Le Grand-Saconnex / GE Switzerland +41-022-717.4000 +41-022-717.4001

Telephone Telefax

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Emergency telephone number

+44-(0)8456-006.640

2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Chemical nature of the preparation : Fluorinated synthetic rubber

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION May cause skin irritation in susceptible persons. 4. FIRST AID MEASURES General advice Inhalation Skin contact : : : If symptoms persist, call a physician. Move to fresh air. Wash off with soap and water. Cool skin rapidly with cold water after contact with hot polymer. Do not peel polymer from the skin. Protect unharmed eye. Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water, also under the eyelids. 1/5

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Ingestion

If conscious, drink plenty of water. Induce vomiting, but only if victim is fully conscious.

5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES Suitable extinguishing media Special protective equipment for fire-fighters Further information : Carbon dioxide (CO2), Dry powder, Foam, Water,

In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Wear neoprene gloves during cleaning up work after a VITON fire. Fire residues and contaminated fire extinguishing water must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations. Collect contaminated fire extinguishing water separately. This must not be discharged into drains.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Personal precautions Environmental precautions Methods for cleaning up : : : Use personal protective equipment. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Sweep up or vacuum up spillage and collect in suitable container for disposal.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE Handling Advice on safe handling : For personal protection see section 8. Wear personal protective equipment. Provide for appropriate exhaust ventilation and dust collection at machinery. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. Avoid formation of respirable particles. Plan first aid action before beginning work with this product. Normal measures for preventive fire protection. Take precautionary measures against static discharges. no data available

Advice on protection against fire and explosion Dust explosion class Storage Requirements for storage areas and containers Advice on common storage

Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place.

Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. Keep away from tobacco products. No decomposition if stored and applied as directed.

Other data

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Personal protective equipment Respiratory protection Hand protection : : Suitable mask with particle filter P3 (European Norm 143) Material: Nitrile rubber Permeation rate: 90 min Glove thickness: 0,38 mm If VITON is used above 315C the surface may contain hydrogen fluoride condensate which may cause severe burns. In this case wear neoprene gloves., Wear neoprene gloves to prevent contact with hydrofluoric acid., Skin should be washed after contact. Safety glasses with side-shields Dust impervious protective suit Do not breathe fumes evolved from hot polymer. General precaution for all plastics and elastomers: Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday. Do not smoke. Do not contaminate tobacco products. When using do not eat or drink. Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection.

Eye protection Skin and body protection Hygiene measures

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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Form Colour Flash point

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sheets, off-white, opaque, not applicable

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Conditions to avoid Materials to avoid Hazardous decomposition products : Processing temperature : > 200 C : Powdered metals : Carbonyl fluoride, Hydrogen fluoride, Fluorinated hydrocarbons, Fluorinated olefins, Benzene, Toluene

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Skin irritation : May cause skin irritation in susceptible persons.

Further information

Vapours may cause irritation to the eyes, respiratory system and the skin.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

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13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Product Contaminated packaging : : Can be landfilled or incinerated, when in compliance with local regulations. Empty containers can be landfilled after cleaning, when in compliance with local regulations.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Further information

Not classified as dangerous in the meaning of transport regulations.

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION Labelling according to EC Directives Not a hazardous substance or preparation according to EC-directives 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC. The product does not need to be labelled in accordance with EC directives or respective national laws. Further information : Not a hazardous substance or preparation according to EC-directives 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC.

16. OTHER INFORMATION Recommended restrictions Do not use in medical applications involving permanent implantation in the human body. For other medical applications see DuPont Performance Elastomer's caution bulletin No. H-69237. Further information Before use read DuPont Performance Elastomer's safety information.

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 above information relates only to the specific material(s) designated herein and may not be valid for such material(s) used in combination with any other materials or in any process or if the material is altered or processed, unless specified in the text.

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