MSDS

Chemicals and Vinyls, LLC
Material Safety Data Sheet: PVC COMPOUNDS (RIGID)
PELLET AND POWDER
Date: 5/16/2008 Page 3
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION (continued)
HAZARD CLASSIFICATION
Acute Effects:
Dust associated with the handling of PVC powder as well as fumes or vapors liberated from both PVC powder and pellets at
high temperatures may be irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract if not adequately ventilated.
Chronic Effects:
Chronic exposure to fumes and vapors from heated or thermally decomposed plastics may cause an asthma-like syndrome due
to the inhalation of process vapors or fumes. The onset of irritation maybe delayed for several hours. Fumes or vapors may
accumulate within the facility during normal operating procedures that involve elevated temperatures. Exposure to these
elevated concentrations, if not adequately ventilated, may have significant health effects.
Carcinogenic:
IARC has determined that there is inadequate evidence of carcinogenicity of a polyvinyl chloride resin in both animals and
humans. The overall evaluation of polyvinyl chloride is Group 3, meaning that it is not classifiable as a carcinogen (IARC
Vol. 19, 1979). Polyvinyl chloride is not listed as a carcinogen by OSHA, NIOSH, NTP, IARC or EPA.
Some pigments used to color PVC compounds may contain metals, which in some of their chemical forms are suspected or
confirmed carcinogens. These metals are bound in the crystalline structure of the pigment, and to the best of the supplier’s
knowledge, do not present a significant health risk. Additionally, the low levels of pigments used in PVC pellet compounds
are also bound in the polymer matrix and to the best of our knowledge do not present a significant health risk.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation
No adverse effects anticipated under normal conditions if adequately ventilated. However, if exposure occurs, remove
victim to fresh air. Obtain medical attention if irritation persists.
Skin Contact
No adverse effects anticipated under normal conditions. However, if vapor or fume exposure occurs, wash skin thoroughly
with soap and water. Obtain medical attention if irritation persists.
Eye Contact
In the event of eye irritation, flush eyes with water for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention if irritation persists.
Ingestion
If ingestion occurs, vomiting can be induced after diluting with water or milk. Call a physician for additional medical advice.