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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
I. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Name: Armstrong S-761 Seam Adhesive
Description: Filled, latex-based adhesive
II. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
Shipping name: Not classified Hazard Class: N/A ID #: N/A
EMERGENCY ONLY CONTACT: CHEM-TEL - 1-800-255-3924
III. HMIS (0=minimal hazard; 4 = severe hazard)
Health = 1 Flammability = 1 Reactivity = 0
IV. PRODUCT CONTENT
This product does not contain chemicals subject to the reporting
requirements of Section 313 of SARA Title III and 40 CFR 372. All
components are on TSCA inventory. This product does NOT
contain asbestos.
V. HAZARDOUS INGREDIENT
(Chemical Identity; Common Name) C.A.S. No. % OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV
None N/A N/A N/A N/A
VI. PHYSICAL DATA
APPEARANCE: Heavy white paste. ODOR: Mild. BOILING
POINT (degrees F): 212°F (water). VAPOR PRESSURE (mm
Hg @ 20 degrees C): Water. VAPOR DENSITY (Air = 1):
Water. PERCENT VOLATILE BY WEIGHT (30 min. @ 275 F):
45 - 55%. EVAPORATION RATE (Butyl Acetate = 1): Water.
WT/GAL (Water = 8.3): 9.51 lbs. SOLUBILITY IN WATER:
Dispersible. SPECIFIC GRAVITY (H
2
0 = 1): 1.14. VOC: 136
g/l calculated at 70 F/21 C, SCAQMD. pH: 6.5 - 7.5.
VII. FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
FLASH POINT (Method): > 200 F (Setaflash Closed Tester).
FLAMMABLE RANGE: LEL = N/A; UEL = N/A.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Carbon dioxide, dry chemical, or
water spray. SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES:
Protect fire fighters from toxic products of combustion by
wearing self-contained breathing apparatus. UNUSUAL FIRE
AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Closed containers in a fire may
rupture due to pressure build-up; use water to cool containers
to prevent this.
VIII. HEALTH HAZARD DATA
PRIMARY ROUTE(S) OF ENTRY: N/A. TARGET ORGANS:
N/A. EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE: SKIN AND EYES:
May produce slight transient irritation to the eyes and skin.
INHALATION: N/A. CARCINOGENICITY: NTP: No; IARC
Monographs: No; OSHA Regulated: No. MEDICAL
CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE:
None. FIRST AID PROCEDURES: SKIN AND EYES: Flush
any eye contact with plenty of water. With skin contact, wash
with soap and water. Refer to physician if irritation or
symptoms persist. INHALATION: N/A.
IX. REACTIVITY DATA
STABILITY: Stable. INCOMPATIBILITY: Strong oxidizing
agents. HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and other toxic vapors and
gases that are common to thermal degradation or organic
compounds. HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur.
X. SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IF MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR
SPILLED: Contain spill, preventing it from entering sewer lines
or waterways. Use absorbent to assist with the pick-up of
material. Scrape up product and place into container.
Residual of product, while still wet, can be cleaned up with
warm soapy water. WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD: Dispose of
container and any unused contents in accordance with
Federal, State and Local Waste Disposal Regulations. Do not
flush unused contents or residue down drains. Do not reuse
container.
XI. SPECIAL HANDLING AND USE INFORMATION
VENTILATION: Normal, ambient ventilation should be
sufficient. RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Should not be
required. SKIN AND EYE PROTECTION: It is always a good
safety practice to avoid contact with eyes and prolonged
contact with skin. Use spectacle-type glasses and latex or
rubber gloves to avoid contact.
XII. SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND
STORAGE: Keep from freezing. Recommended storage
temperature is below 90°F. OTHER PRECAUTIONS: None.
WORK SITE ENVIRONMENT: Initially there may be a potential
adverse impact on indoor air quality within the general work
area during the installation process. Therefore you should
advise the building manager or other appropriate person that: •
It will be necessary to establish and maintain adequate
ventilation of the work area, without causing the entry of
contaminants to other parts of building; and • Persons who are
sensitive to odors and/or chemicals should be advised to avoid
the work area during this process.
The information presented herein is supplied as a guide to
those who handle or use this product. Safe work practices
must be employed when working with any materials. It is
important that the end user makes a determination regarding
the adequacy of the safety procedures employed during the
use of this product.
N/A - not applicable or not available
N/K - none known or not known
S-761
Prepared 6/09
Armstrong World Industries, Inc.
P. O. Box 3001
Lancaster, PA 17604
www.armstrong.com
MSDS: www.floorexpert.com
Technical Services:
1-877-276-7876, Option 2,3,3