Safety Data Sheet
Hercules Plastic Poxy
SDS US
SDS # 7394E Version #: 01 Revision date: Issue date: 11-May-2015
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4. First-aid measures
Inhalation
Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. If not
breathing, if breathing is irregular or if respiratory arrest occurs, provide artificial respiration or
oxygen by trained personnel. It may be dangerous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-
mouth resuscitation. Get medical attention if adverse health effects persist or are severe. If
unconscious, place in recovery position and get medical attention immediately. Maintain an open
airway. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. In case of inhalation of
decomposition products in a fire, symptoms may be delayed. The exposed person may need to
be kept under medical surveillance for 48 hours.
Skin contact
Wash with plenty of soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash
contaminated clothing thoroughly with water before removing it, or wear gloves. Continue to
rinse for at least 10 minutes. Get medical attention. In the event of any complaints or symptoms,
avoid further exposure. Wash clothing before reuse. Clean shoes thoroughly before reuse.
Eye contact
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids.
Check for and remove any contact lenses. Continue to rinse for at least 10 minutes. Get medical
attention.
Ingestion
Wash out mouth with water. Remove dentures if any. Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest
in a position comfortable for breathing. If material has been swallowed and the exposed person
is conscious, give small quantities of water to drink. Stop if the exposed person feels sick as
vomiting may be dangerous. Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical
personnel. If vomiting occurs, the head should be kept low so that vomit does not enter the
lungs. Get medical attention if adverse health effects persist or are severe. Never give anything
by mouth to an unconscious person. If unconscious, place in recovery position and get medical
attention immediately. Maintain an open airway. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or
waistband.
Most important
symptoms/effects, acute and
delayed
Exposure to decomposition products may cause a health hazard. Serious effects may be
delayed following exposure. Causes skin irritation. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Causes
serious eye irritation. Irritating to mouth, throat and stomach.
Indication of immediate medical
attention and special treatment
Needed
In case of inhalation of decomposition products in a fire, symptoms may be delayed. The
exposed person may need to be kept under medical surveillance for 48 hours.
General information
None
5. Fire-fighting measures
Suitable extinguishing media
Use an existing agent suitable for surrounding fire.
Unsuitable extinguishing media
None known.
Specific hazards arising from
the chemical
No specific fire or explosion hazard.
Special protective equipment
and precautions for firefighters
Fire-fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained breathing
apparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in positive pressure mode.
Fire-fighting
equipment/instructions
Promptly isolate the scene by removing all persons from the vicinity of the incident if there is a
fire. No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training.
Specific methods
None
General fire hazards
None
6. Accidental release measures
Personal precautions,
protective equipment and
emergency procedures
If specialized clothing is required to deal with the spillage, take note of any information in Section
8 on suitable and unsuitable materials. See also the information in "For nonemergency
personnel".
Methods and materials for
containment and cleaning up
Large Spills: Move containers from spill area. Approach release from upwind. Prevent entry into
sewers, water courses, basements or confined areas. Avoid dust generation. Do not dry sweep.
Vacuum dust with equipment fitted with a HEPA filter and place in a closed, labeled waste
container. Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Note: see Section 1 for
emergency contact information and Section 13 for waste disposal.
Small Spills: Move containers from spill area. Avoid dust generation. Using a vacuum with HEPA
filter will reduce dust dispersal. Place spilled material in a designated, labeled waste container.
Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal contractor.
Environmental precautions
Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and
sewers. Inform the relevant authorities if the product has caused environmental pollution
(sewers, waterways, soil or air).