Safety data sheet

Page 4 of 7 ARCTIC MX-4 – Material Safety Datasheet
2016-11-16
Storage temperature : minimum -25 °C, maximum 50 °C
7.3 Specific uses
Refer to technical data sheet available on request.
Section 8: Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
8.1 Control parameters
Name
CAS-No
Exposure Limits
Decamethyltetrasiloxane
141-62-8
200 ppm (8h TWA) ARCTIC recommendation
8.2 Exposure controls
Engineering Controls : Ventilation : Refer to Section 7.1
Personal protection equipment
Respiratory protection : Suitable respiratory protection should be worn if the product is used in
large quantities, confined spaces or in other circumstances where the
OEL may be approached or exceeded.
Depending on the working conditions, wear a respiratory mask with
filter(s) A or use a self-contained respirator.
The choice of a filter type depends on the amount and type of chemical
being handled in the workplace. Regarding filter characteristics, contact
your respiratory protection supplier.
Hand protection : Gloves are not normally required.
Eye/face protection : Safety glasses should be worn.
Skin protection : Protective equipment is not normally necessary.
Hygiene measures : Exercise good industrial hygiene practice. Wash after handling, especially
before eating, drinking or smoking.
Additional information : These precautions are for room temperature handling. Use at elevated
temperature or aerosol/spray applications may require added precautions.
Environmental exposure controls
Refer to section 6 and 12.
Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Form : Grease
Colour : Grey.
Odour : None
Flash point : > 100 °C (Seta Closed Cup)