Safety data sheet

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Product name:

Ingeo™ biopolymer

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Material Safety Data Sheet

In accordance with 29 CFR 1910.1200, ANSI Z400.1-2004, and ISO 11014-1: 1994.

1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND THE

COMPANY/UNDERTAKING

Product name: Ingeo™ biopolymer

Product code: 4

Product Use: A biopolymer which can be used for thermoformed, coating, injection molded,

blow molded, and fiber applications.

Supplier: NatureWorks LLC, 15305 Minntonka Blvd, Minnetonka, MN 55345 USA

Customer Information Center: 800-664-6436

msdsinquiry@natureworksllc.com

Emergency telephone numbers (24 hours a day): (Medical Information) (651) 632-9273

(Tranportation Information) CHEMTREC: 800-424-9300 (in the United States)

(Transportation Information) CHEMTREC: (703) 527-3887 (outside the United States)

2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Emergency Overview

CAUTION! May cause eye/skin irritation. Burning produces obnoxious and toxic fumes. Avoid

contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols

Appearance: Clear, translucent, opaque, pellets.

Color: Clear Translucent Opaque

Physical state: Solid

Odor: Sweet

Potential health effects:

Eye contact: Contact with eyes may cause irritation.

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The Information Herein Is Given In Good Faith, But No Warranty, Express Or Implied, Is Made.

Consult the Company for Further Information.

Ingeo and the Ingeo logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of NatureWorks in the USA and other

countries.

NOTICE REGARDING MEDICAL APPLICATION RESTRICTIONS: The company does not recommend any of its

products, including samples, for use: (A) in any application which is intended for any internal

contact with human body fluids or body tissues (B) as a critical component in any medical device

that supports or sustains human life; and (C) specifically pregnant women or in any applications

designed specifically to promote or interfere with human reproduction.

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Product code:

Revision Number:

Revision date:

04/01/2010

Print date:

09/16/2010

Summary of content (10 pages)

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Product name: Ingeo™ biopolymer Product code: 4 Revision Number: 13 Revision date: 04/01/2010 Print date: 09/16/2010 ___________________________________________________________ Material Safety Data Sheet In accordance with 29 CFR 1910.1200, ANSI Z400.1-2004, and ISO 11014-1: 1994. 1.
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Product Product code: name: 4 Ingeo™ biopolymer Revision Number: 13 Revision date: 04/01/2010 Print date: 09/16/2010 ___________________________________________________________ Skin contact: Substance may cause slight skin irritation. Ingestion: Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. Inhalation: Inhalation o Target organ effects: There were no target organ effects noted following ingestion or dermal exposure in animal studies.
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Product name: Ingeo™ biopolymer Product code: 4 Revision Number: 13 Revision date: 04/01/2010 Print date: 09/16/2010 ___________________________________________________________ All ingredients in quantities > 1.0% (0.1% for carcinogens) that are potentially hazardous per OSHA definitions. Other Standards: This material can generate Particulates Not Otherwise Classifiable (PNOC).
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Product name: Ingeo™ biopolymer Product code: 4 Revision Number: 13 Revision date: 04/01/2010 Print date: 09/16/2010 ___________________________________________________________ 5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES Flammability: Autoignition temperature: 388C Flammability Limits in Air: Flammable limits in air - lower (%): Not applicable Flammable limits in air - upper (%): Not applicable Suitable extinguishing media: Foam. Water. Carbon dioxide (CO2). Dry chemical.
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Product name: Ingeo™ biopolymer Product code: 4 Revision Number: 13 Revision date: 04/01/2010 Print date: 09/16/2010 ___________________________________________________________ 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Methods for cleaning up: Shovel into suitable container for disposal. 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE Safe handling advice: Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid dust formation. Workers should be protected from the possibility of contact with molten material during fabrication.
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Product name: Ingeo™ biopolymer Product code: 4 Revision Number: 13 Revision date: 04/01/2010 Print date: 09/16/2010 ___________________________________________________________ 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION Respiratory protection: Respirator must be worn if exposed to dust. Wear respirator with dust filter. Respiratory protection is needed if any of the exposure limits in Section 2 are exceeded. Consult an industrial hygiene professional prior to respirator selection and use.
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Product name: Ingeo™ biopolymer Product code: 4 Revision Number: 13 Revision date: 04/01/2010 Print date: 09/16/2010 ___________________________________________________________ 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions Conditions to avoid: Temperatures above 446F (230 °C). Materials to avoid: Oxidizing agents. Strong bases. Hazardous decomposition products: Burning produces obnoxious and toxic fumes. Aldehydes. Carbon monoxide (CO). carbon dioxide (CO2).
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Product name: Ingeo™ biopolymer Product code: 4 Revision Number: 13 Revision date: 04/01/2010 Print date: 09/16/2010 ___________________________________________________________ 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Reproductive toxicity: No data is available on the product itself. Carcinogenic effects: No data is available on the product itself. Target organ effects: There were no target organ effects noted following ingestion or dermal exposure in animal studies.
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Product name: Ingeo™ biopolymer Product code: 4 Revision Number: 13 Revision date: 04/01/2010 Print date: 09/16/2010 ___________________________________________________________ 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Contaminated packaging: Empty remaining contents. Do not re-use empty containers. Empty containers should be transported/delivered using a registered waste carrier to local recyclers for disposal. 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION U.S.
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Product name: Ingeo™ biopolymer Product code: 4 Revision Number: 13 Revision date: 04/01/2010 Print date: 09/16/2010 ___________________________________________________________ 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION Sara 313 title III: Not Listed TSCA Inventory List - Listed STATE REGULATIONS California Proposition 65 Not Listed INTERNATIONAL INVENTORIES Canada DSL Inventory List : Listed REACH/EU EINECS List : Components are in compliance with and/or are listed.