Specification

plumbers caulk
™
Caulking
SPEC SHEET #S00028/71/73
Hercules Chemical Company, Inc.
111 South Street, Passaic, NJ 07055-9100
Phone: [phone] • Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]
http://www.herchem.com
©2004 HCCI
APPROVALS AND LISTINGS
SPECIFIC USES
For Delivery by Fax Call 1-800-942-4636
Internet See MSDS section of
www.herchem.com
Mail Contact Hercules at address below or
any Hercules representative
SPECIFIC APPLICATIONS*
Plumbers caulk may be used indoors or outdoors on building mate-
rials including wood, ceramic tile, concrete, metal, glass, stone, brick,
plastic, tile, stucco, and marble.
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Solubility in water: Soluble before curing.
Durability: Mildew resistant. Resists UV deterioration.
Flexibility: Withstands 12
1
⁄2% joint movement.
Appearance/color: White: Creamy paste.
Clear: Applies white, cures clear.
Cure Time: A 1/4 inch bead dries
clear in 36 hours at @ 76°F.
Almond/Bone: Creamy paste.
Biscuit/Linen: Creamy paste.
Odor: Mild acrylic odor (all four finishes).
WARNINGS OR CAUTIONS
• Read all cautions and directions carefully before using product.
• KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
• DO NOT take internally.
• Avoid eye contact.
• Keep from freezing.
• Keep tube or cartridge capped when not in use.
• WEATHER PRECAUTIONS: As this is a water-based product it
should not be exposed to freezing temperatures. Plumbers caulk
will take longer to cure at lower temperatures and should not be
applied below 40°F. Additionally, it should be applied at least one
week before any freezing temperatures are anticipated. At tempera-
tures above 70°F this product will typically resist normal rainfall
after 8 hours.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Preparation: Surfaces should be clean and dry. Remove loose
grout, mortar, dust, and dirt with a dry brush or rag. Do not use sol-
vents to clean joints unless surfaces can dry thoroughly before caulk
application. Joint depth should not exceed 1/2”. Remove overcap on
nozzle and cut off tip for desired caulk thickness.
For best results, apply when ambient temperature is at least 50°F
(10°C).
Application: For tube, squeeze with steady pressure. For cartridge,
apply with caulking gun. Bead may be smoothed with wet finger or
tool before caulk dries. For tooling ease, keep tools moist with soapy
water. Wipe off any excess caulk with damp cloth before it dries.
Replace overcap after using. Allow to stand overnight before water
contacts new caulk. Can be painted with latex or oil base paint after
24 hours.
Clean up: Wash hands, tools, and adjacent surfaces with soapy
water before caulk dries.
Note: Some brands of caulk are packaged in the same size tubes
and cartridges as Hercules and show a “Net Weight” which is close
to Hercules “Fluid Measure”. In all instances, the “Fluid Measure”
package contains substantially more material. Compare package
sizes. If they are the same, know that the one designating “Fluid
Measure” gives you more.
MATERIAL SAFETY INFORMATION
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THIS PRODUCT, REQUEST
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET - White (MSDS) #28
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET - Clear (MSDS) #71
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET - Almond/Bone and
Biscuit/Linen(MSDS) #73
Clear plumbers caulk
INGREDIENTS CAS#
This product is not classified as hazardous in accordance with 29
CFR OSHA 1910.1200.
HMIS Hazard Warning 0-0-0-A
White, Almond/Bone and Biscuit/Linen plumbers caulk
INGREDIENTS CAS#
Stoddard Solvent 8052-41-3
HMIS Hazard Warning 1-0-0-B
* For special applications which may not be covered in this or other Hercules
literature, please contact Hercules Technical Services Department by phone
at 1-800-221-9330 or send a fax to 1-800-333-3456 or visit our web-site at
www.herchem.com.
Not applicable
Use plumbers caulk to seal interior or exterior surfaces. Seals and
fills cracks and holes around tubs, showers, sinks, vanities, on walls
and door or window frames in bathrooms, kitchens, and laundry
rooms.
ISO 9001: 2000 Certified