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Amerway #40 Babbit Paste
Material Safety Data Sheet
| Section 01 | Identification |
| Information furnished by: | Amerway, Incorporated 3701 Beale Avenue Altoona, PA. 16601 |
| Date effective: | 1-01-08 |
| Emergency phone: | 1-814-944-0200 |
| Chemtrec: | 1-800-424-9300 |
| Product or trade name: | Amerway # 40 Babbitt Paste |
| Product use: | Babbitt joining and repair |
| Person to contact: | Terry Buck |
| Section 02 | Hazardous Constituents | |||
| Chemical | CAS# | %Wt. | PEL/PPM | TLV/PPM |
| Tin | 7440-31-5 | 70-80 | 2.0 mg/m3 | 2.0 mg/m3 |
| Antimony | 7440-36-0 | 7-10 | 0.2 mg/m3 | 0.2 mg/m3 |
| Copper | 7440-50-8 | 3-7 | 0.1 mg/m3 | 0.2 mg/m3 |
| Zinc Chloride | 7646-85-7 | 6-10 | 1.0 mg/m3 | 1.0 mg/m3 |
| Rheology Agent | 9016-45-9 | 8-10 | 10.0 mg/m3 | 5.0 mg/m3 |
Unlisted percentages are non-hazardous stabilizers, surfactants and water.
None of the materials in this product are listed in NYP, IARC or OSHA as carcinogens.
| Section 03 | Physical Data |
| Melting Point | N/A |
| Boiling Point | N/A |
| Vapor Pressure | N/A |
| Vapor Density (air=1) | N/A |
| Solubility in Water | 100% |
| Appearance & Color | Viscous gray paste |
| Specific Gravity @ 250 C | Depends on metal percent |
| Odor | None |
| % Volatiles | ~10% |
| pH (1% solution) | 1-2 |
| Section 04 | Fire and Explosive Hazard Data |
| Flash Point | Not flammable |
| Flammable Limits | N/A |
| Extinguishing Media | Water, Dry Chemical, CO2, Foam |
| Fire Fighting Equipment | Normal cautions for chemicals |
| Section 06 | Spills, leaks and Disposal Procedures |
| Action to take for spills/leaks | When molten, allow to solidify. Scrape up put into sealed container for disposal. |
| Disposal Method | Return for reprocessing. |
| Section 07 | Health Hazard Data |
| Eyes | Irritation with possible corneal injury. |
| Skin Contact | May cause skin irritation. |
| Skin Absorption | Constant and continuous contact may cause irritation. |
| Ingestion | Slightly toxic. Do not induce vomiting, give lots of milk or water. Contact a physician. |
| Inhalation | Fumes from tinning process may cause throat irritation. Remove victim to fresh air. |
| Systemic & Other Effects | Over exposure may cause irritation of the mucous membranes. |
| Section 08 | First Aid Procedures |
| Ventilation | Local exhaust to remove vapors or fumes from breathing area. |
| Respiratory Protection | Use NIOSH/OSHA approved respirator for dust and acid fumes. |
| Eye Protection | Safety glasses, goggles or full face shield. |
| Skin Protection | Rubber gloves preferable. |
| Section 09 | Special Handling Information |
| Ventilation | Local exhaust to remove fumes from processing area. |
| Respiratory Protection | Use NIOSH/OSHA approved respirator for Metal dust and inorganic acid fumes. |
| Eye Protection | Safety glasses, goggles or full face shield. |
| Skin Protection | Use rubber gloves. |
| Other | Follow all NIOSH/OSHA health guidelines for chemical hazards. |
| Section 10 | Special Precaution and Additional Information |
| Storage | Store in a cool, dry well ventilated area. |
| Handling Information | Avoid contacts with skin or eyes when handling this product. |
| Section 11 | NFPA/HMIS Hazard Codes | |||
| Health: 1 | Fire: 0 | Reactivity: 0 | Special: 0 | |
| 0 = Minimal | 1 = Slight | 2 = Moderate | 3 = Serious | 4 = Severe |