MSDS

Chemicals and Vinyls, LLC
Material Safety Data Sheet: PVC COMPOUNDS (RIGID)
PELLET AND POWDER
Date: 5/16/2008 Page 4
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flash Ignition Temperature >600°F
Flammable Limits (% By Vol.)
Lower Explosive Limit (LEL) Not Applicable
Upper Explosive Limit (UEL) Not Applicable
Autoignition Temperature Not Applicable
Fire Fighting Procedures/Fire Extinguishing Media
Carbon dioxide or water.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards
Dense smoke may be emitted when burned. Rigid PVC Compounds will not normally continue to burn after ignition without
an external fire source. Do not allow fire fighting runoff water to enter streams, rivers or lakes. The water may collect HCl
and other combustion products. See Section 10 for additional information.
Fire-Fighting Equipment
Wear full bunker gear including a positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus in any closed space.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Protect People:
Remove unnecessary personnel from the release area. Wear appropriate personal protection equipment during clean-up.
Protect the Environment:
Contain material to prevent contamination of the soil, surface water or ground water.
Clean Up:
Sweep or vacuum material and place in a disposal container. See Section 11.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling
Use the proper personal protective equipment during handling. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Use good
housekeeping practices.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry, protected area away from heat, sparks, and flame.