Urea Formaldehyde Powder Resin

 

 

 

 

 

Product Name:  Urea Formaldehyde (UF) Resin

Other Name:  UF Resin, UF Powder Resin,

CAS: 9011-05-6

Recommended Uses:  As binder in manufacturing of Plywood, Particle Board, MDF, Textile, Corrugation Glue,

Suppliers Name: KALMAN EXPORTS

                      F-8, Sector-41

                      NOIDA (U.P)

 

 

Overall Statement of Hazardous Nature: According to criteria of MOEF (Ministry of Environment & Forest, India) and NOHSC ( National Occupational Health and Safety Commission , Australia) or elsewhere in many developed countries, UF Resin is not classified as Hazardous goods.  In its intact state, though the product is non hazarous in nature but, emission of and from portions of free formaldehyde from the product is hazardous to humane health on long term exposure.

 

Health Hazard Information: A very low Formaldehyde gas emission is there in the product.

However, in well ventilated storage areas or workplace, the concentration of formaldehyde is not likely to affect the general environment. Exposure to gas at work places may result in the following health effects:

 

- Eye irritation causing discomfort and redness.

- Skin irritation resulting in itching and occasional red rash.

- Nose, throat and lung irritation, especially in people with upper

 

Repeated exposure over many years to uncontrolled emission of gas increases the risk of nasal cavity   cancer. Inhalation of wood dust may also increase the risk of lung fibrosis (scarring). There are also increased risks of respiratory and skin sensitization from wood dust and formaldehyde resulting in asthma and dermatitis respectively. Formaldehyde has been evaluated by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) as group 1, carcinogenic to humans and by the European Union (EU) as a Category 3 carcinogen.

 

Explosion Hazard: None Scheduled

Dangerous goods class & Subsidiary Risks: None Allocated.

Poisons schedule Number: None Scheduled

 

Composition / Information on Ingredients

 

Substances:  The ingredients listed below have been associated with one or more immediate and/or delayed health hazards. Risk of damage and effects depends upon duration and level of exposure. BEFORE USING, HANDLING, OR EXPOSURE TO THESE INGREDENT, READ AND UNDERSTAND THE MSDS.

 

Chemical Name                                 CAS                    Proportion

Urea Formaldehyde Resin                  9011-05-6         >99.8%

Formaldehyde                                    50-00-0             <0.2%

 

Material Safety Data Sheet

 

First Aid Measures

 

Swallowed: Rinse mouth with water. Give water to drink. If abdominal discomfort occurs seek medical attention.

Eyes :  Flush with flowing water for at least 15 minutes. If symptoms persists, seek medical attention.

 

Skin : Wash with mild soap and running water. Remove contaminated clothes. Do not rub or scratch skin, if becomes irritated. If irritation recurs, seek medical advice.

 

Inhalation : Remove victim from the area of exposure - avoid becoming a casualty. Remove contaminated clothing and loosen remain clothing. Allow patient to assume most comfortable position and keep warm. Rest until fully recovered. Consult a medical practioner, either at site or at

the nearest hospital.

 

First Aid Facilities : Provide eye wash facility.

 

Advice to Doctor : Treat symptomatically

 

 

Specific Hazards: Non-combustible material, Decomposes on heating emitting toxic fumes,

Extinguishing media: Water, Carbon dioxide, Foam or dry chemical agents, fire extinguishers

Protective precautions for fire fighters: Fire fighters to wear breathing apparatus.

Hazchem code:  None allotted,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Emergency procedures: Slippery when spilt whilst in use in the format of liquid resin. Avoid accidents by cleaning up immediately. Wear protective equipment  to prevent skin and eye contact and breathing in vapors. Make the areas of spill well ventilated. Contain-prevent run off into drains

and waterways. Use soil, sand or other inert material. Wash the area with adequate water.

 

Methods & material for containment clean up: Not applicable, However, wear protective equipment.

 

 

Handling information : See personal protection,

Storage information  : The bags of UF Resin powder should be stored in well ventilated areas

away from sources of heat, flame or sparks and direct sunlight. Avoid smoking in storage or working areas.

 

 

Exposure Standards: India does not have any law on exposure standards. However, the safe values for the constituent Formaldehyde in other developed countries is as follows:

Formaldehyde            1.0 ppm (1.2 mg/m3) TWA

2.0 ppm (2.5 mg/m3) STEL (short

term exposure of 15 minutes)

Listed as a Sensitiser and

Category 2 carcinogen (probable

human carcinogen)Sen

 

Biological limit values:    Not applicable

 

TWA - The time-weighted average airborne concentration over an eight hour

working day, for a five-day working week over an entire working life.

 

STEL (Short Term Exposure Limit) - the average airborne concentration

over a 15 minute period which should not be exceeded at any time during a normal eight hour work day. According to current knowledge this concentration should neither impair the health of, nor cause undue discomfort to, nearly all workers.

 

Carcinogen Category 2 - probable human carcinogen. There is sufficient evidence to provide a strong presumption that human exposure may result in the development of cancer. This evidence is generally based on appropriate long term animal studies, limited epidemiological evidence or other relevant information. Sen' Notice-Sensitizer, The substance can cause a specific immune response in some people. An affected individual may subsequently react to exposure to minute levels of that substance. These Exposure Standards are guides to be used in the controls of occupational health hazards. All atmospheric contamination should be kept to as low a level as is workable. These exposure standards should not be used as fine dividing lines between safe and dangerous concentration of chemicals. They are not a measure of relative

toxicity.

 

Engineering controls: Local exhaust ventilation should be provided at areas of cutting to remove airborne emission. General dilution ventilation should be

provided as necessary to keep airborne emission below the applicable exposure limits and guidelines. The need for ventilation systems should be evaluated by a professional industrial hygienist, while the design of specific ventilation systems should be conducted by a professional engineer.

 

 

Skin protection: Wear loose, comfortable clothing. Long sleeved shirts and trousers are recommended to prevent skin irritation. Wash work clothes regularly and separately from other clothes.

 

Eye protection: Wear industrial safety glasses or non fogging goggles, if necessary.

 

Respiratory protection: Avoid breathing gaseous emission. Use suitable protective gear,

 

 

Appearance & Consistency:  White, Powder

Odour:    Faint

pH :        7 - 8.5

Solubility in water:  Miscible in water

Density :  0.5 to 0.55 g/cm3

Viscosity of solution:   50%  70 to 200 cp at 250 C

 

 

Stability : No information is available,

 

 

General: The IARC also evaluated formaldehyde in 1995 and concluded that:" There is limited evidence in humans for the carcinogenicity of formaldehyde; and that overall, formaldehyde is probably carcinogenic

to humans (group 2A)". The IARC again evaluated formaldehyde in June 2004 2 and concluded that:" There are adequate data available from humans for an increased risk of nasopharyngeal cancer" and that formaldehyde should now be classified as Group 1, carcinogenic to humans. Whilst UF Resin contains less then 0.2% free formaldehyde, people using the product as binder in Panel products may be exposed

to low concentration of formaldehyde if the boards are heated (as in laminating), are cut by laser cutting machines, and/or if dust particles come in contact with the moist mucous membranes lining the

However, no Adverse health effects expected if the product is handled in accordance with this Safety Data Sheet.

 

Symptoms or effects that may arise if the product is mishandled and overexposure occurs are:

 

Ingestion: No adverse effects expected, however large amounts may cause nausea and vomiting.

Eye contact: May be an eye irritant.

Skin contact: Contact with skin may result in irritation. May cause skin sensitization in sensitive individuals. Repeated or prolonged skin contact may lead to allergic contact dermatitis.

Inhalation: Breathing in mists or aerosols may produce respiratory irritation.

Long Term Effects: No specific information is available for the product except what has been stated elsewhere in this MSDS.

 

Toxicological Data: None available,

 

 

General: None, However, avoid contaminating waterways.

 

 

General: Refer to local regulations of the Waste Management Authority. Normally suitable for disposal at approved land waste site.

 

 

Road and Rail Transport: No regulations, However considered as Non-dangerous goods

Marine Transport: Not classified as dangerous goods by the criteria of the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG Code) for transport by sea.

 

Air Transport:  Not classified as dangerous goods by the criteria of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Dangerous Goods Regulations for transport by air.

 

 

Classification: No regulations, However considered as Non-dangerous goods

Poisons Schedule: None,

 

 

Disclaimer: Whilst the information contained in this document is based on data which, to the best of our knowledge, was accurate and reliable at the time of preparation, no responsibility can be accepted by us for

errors and omissions. The provision of this information should not be construed as a recommendation to use any of our products in violation of any patent rights or in breach of any statute or regulation. Users are advised to make their own determination as to the suitability of this information in relation to their particular purposes and specific circumstances. Since the information contained in this document may be applied under conditions beyond our control, no responsibility can be accepted by us for any loss or damage caused by any person acting or refraining from action as a result of this information.

 

Date of publication: 3rd April 07