MSDS

Product Name: GREAT STUFF(TM) Gaps & Cracks Insulating
Foam Sealant 16oz HC QP
Issue Date: 12/11/2012
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General advice: First Aid responders should pay attention to self-protection and use the
recommended protective clothing (chemical resistant gloves, splash protection). If potential for
exposure exists refer to Section 8 for specific personal protective equipment.
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration; if by mouth to mouth
use rescuer protection (pocket mask, etc). If breathing is difficult, oxygen should be administered by
qualified personnel. Call a physician or transport to a medical facility.
Skin Contact: Remove material from skin immediately by washing with soap and plenty of water.
Remove contaminated clothing and shoes while washing. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
Wash clothing before reuse. An MDI skin decontamination study demonstrated that cleaning very
soon after exposure is important, and that a polyglycol-based skin cleanser or corn oil may be more
effective than soap and water. Discard items which cannot be decontaminated, including leather
articles such as shoes, belts and watchbands. Suitable emergency safety shower facility should be
available in work area.
Eye Contact: Immediately flush eyes with water; remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5
minutes, then continue flushing eyes for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention without delay,
preferably from an ophthalmologist. Suitable emergency eye wash facility should be immediately
available.
Ingestion: If swallowed, seek medical attention. Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by
medical personnel.
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Aside from the information found under Description of first aid measures (above) and Indication of
immediate medical attention and special treatment needed (below), no additional symptoms and
effects are anticipated.
Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Maintain adequate ventilation and oxygenation of the patient. May cause respiratory sensitization or
asthma-like symptoms. Bronchodilators, expectorants and antitussives may be of help. Treat
bronchospasm with inhaled beta2 agonist and oral or parenteral corticosteroids. Respiratory
symptoms, including pulmonary edema, may be delayed. Persons receiving significant exposure
should be observed 24-48 hours for signs of respiratory distress. Exposure may increase “myocardial
irritability”. Do not administer sympathomimetic drugs such as epinephrine unless absolutely
necessary. If you are sensitized to diisocyanates, consult your physician regarding working with other
respiratory irritants or sensitizers. Treatment of exposure should be directed at the control of
symptoms and the clinical condition of the patient.
Excessive exposure may aggravate preexisting asthma and other respiratory disorders (e.g.
emphysema, bronchitis, reactive airways dysfunction syndrome). Repeated excessive exposure may
aggravate preexisting lung disease.
5. Fire Fighting Measures
Suitable extinguishing media
Water fog or fine spray. Dry chemical fire extinguishers. Carbon dioxide fire extinguishers. Foam.
Alcohol resistant foams (ATC type) are preferred. General purpose synthetic foams (including AFFF)
or protein foams may function, but will be less effective.
Extinguishing Media to Avoid: Do not use direct water stream. Straight or direct water streams may
not be effective to extinguish fire.
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Hazardous Combustion Products: During a fire, smoke may contain the original material in addition
to combustion products of varying composition which may be toxic and/or irritating. Combustion
products may include and are not limited to: Nitrogen oxides. Isocyanates. Hydrogen chloride.
Carbon monoxide. Carbon dioxide. Hydrogen cyanide.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Contains flammable propellant. Aerosol cans exposed to fire
can rupture and become flaming projectiles. Propellant release may result in a fireball. Vapors are
heavier than air and may travel a long distance and accumulate in low lying areas. Ignition and/or flash
back may occur. Dense smoke is produced when product burns.
Advice for firefighters
Fire Fighting Procedures: Keep people away. Isolate fire and deny unnecessary entry. Stay
upwind. Keep out of low areas where gases (fumes) can accumulate. Water may not be effective in
extinguishing fire. Do not use direct water stream. May spread fire. Fight fire from protected location
or safe distance. Consider the use of unmanned hose holders or monitor nozzles. Eliminate ignition