Safety Data Sheet 

 
Material Name:  Hydrocarbon Resin 
NEVCHEM® 240 Resin

* * *Section 1 – PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION* * *

Material Name:
Hydrocarbon Resin

Trade Name:
NEVCHEM® 240 Resin

Recommended Uses of Product and Restrictions

Identified Uses: Adhesives, coatings, rubber, inks
Uses Advised Against: None Known

Manufacturer Information
Neville Chemical Company
2800 Neville Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15225-1496
Phone:412-331-4200
Emergency Phone #: 412-331-4200 or CHEMTREC at 800-424-9300
Fax:412-777-4234

* * *Section 2 - HAZARD(S) IDENTIFICATION* * *

Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.1200

Combustible Dust

GHS LABEL ELEMENTS

Symbol(s)
None needed according to classification criteria.

Signal Word
WARNING

Hazard Statement(s)
May form combustible dust concentrations in air
Precautionary Statement(s)

Prevention
None needed according to classification criteria.

Response
None needed according to classification criteria.

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Storage
None needed according to classification criteria.

Disposal
Dispose in accordance with all applicable regulations.

* * *Section 3 - COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS* * *

CAS Component Percentage

Petroleum Hydrocarbon Resin
68410-16-2 Distillates, petroleum, steam-cracked, polymers with light steam-cracked 100%
petroleum naphtha

Component Related Regulatory Information

This product may be regulated, have exposure limits or other information identified as the following: Naphtha,

Contaminants:
Naphthalene (91-20-3) is contained in most of our raw materials as a non reactive non intentional material. It has
a relatively high boiling temperature ( 218 degrees C. ) and has a great affinity for petroleum hydrocarbon resins
and thus is very difficult to remove completely from the resins.
This product typically contains less than 500 parts per million of naphthalene.

* * *Section 4 - FIRST-AID MEASURES* * *

Description of Necessary Measures

Inhalation
If adverse effects occur, remove to uncontaminated area. Give artificial respiration if not breathing. Get immediate
medical attention.

Skin Contact
Wash skin with soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get
immediate medical attention, if needed. Thoroughly clean and dry contaminated clothing before reuse.

Eye Contact
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do.
Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists, get medical advice/attention

Ingestion
Call a Poison Center or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth.

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Most Important Symptoms/Effects

Acute
Mild skin irritation.

Delayed
No information on significant adverse effects.

Indication of Immediate Medical Attention and Special Treatment Needed, If Needed

Provide general supportive measures and treat symptomatically.

* * *Section 5 - FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES* * *

Suitable Extinguishing Media

Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam, water spray

Unsuitable Extinguishing Media

Do not use high-pressure water streams.

Special Hazard Arising from the Chemical

WARNING!
Handling this material may create combustible dust which may be hazardous when finely divided and suspended
in air. Combustible dust clouds can explode with destructive forces if ignited. combustible dust clouds can be
ignited by all common ignition sources including static electricity. Follow recognized grounding and bonding
procedures. Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks and open flame. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize
dust accumulation on surfaces.

Combustion Products: oxides of carbon, carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons.

Fire Fighting Measures

Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking. Avoid inhalation of material or combustion by-products. Move
material from fire area if it can be done without risk. Use extinguishing agents appropriate for surrounding fire.
Dike for later disposal. Stay upwind and keep out of low areas.

Special Protective Equipment and Precautions for Firefighters

Wear full protective fire fighting gear including self contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) for protection against
possible exposure.

* * *Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES* * *

Personal Precautions, Protective Equipment and Emergency Procedures

Wear appropriate personal protective equipment recommended in Section 8 of the MSDS. Keep unnecessary
people away, isolate hazard area and deny entry. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid release to the
environment. Only personnel trained for the hazards of this material should perform clean up and disposal.

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Methods and Materials for Containment and Cleaning Up
Avoid generating dust. Use non-sparking tools and equipment. Keep unnecessary people away, isolate hazard
area and deny entry. Absorb with sand or other non-combustible material. Keep out of water supplies and sewers.
Collect spilled material in appropriate container for disposal. Do not allow to enter into ground-water, surface
water or drains.

Environmental Precautions
Avoid generating dust. Avoid release to the environment.

* * *Section 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE* * *

Precautions for Safe Handling

Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep away from all ignition sources.
Do not breathe dust. Use methods to minimize dust. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do not eat, drink, or smoke
when using this product. Always wear recommended personal protective equipment. Wear personal protective
clothing and equipment, see Section 8. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Routine housekeeping
should be instituted to ensure that dusts do not accumulate on surfaces. Take precautionary measures against
static discharge. Dissipate static electricity during transfer by earthing (grounding and bonding) containers and
equipment.

Conditions for Safe Storage, including any Incompatibilities

Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a well-ventilated area. Avoid contact with molten material. Keep separated from
incompatible substances. Keep container tightly closed. Empty containers may contain product residue. Do not
reuse empty containers without commercial cleaning or reconditioning. Store and handle in accordance with all
current regulations and standards.

Incompatibilities: strong oxidizing materials

* * *Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION* * *

Component Exposure Limits

Naphthalene 91-20-3
10 ppm TWA
15 ppm STEL
ACGIH
Skin - potential significant contribution to overall exposure by the cutaneous
route
10 ppm TWA; 50 mg/m3 TWA
NIOSH 15 ppm STEL; 75 mg/m3 STEL
250 ppm IDLH
Europe 10 ppm TWA; 50 mg/m3 TWA
OSHA (US) 10 ppm TWA; 50 mg/m3 TWA
10 ppm TWA LMPE-PPT; 50 mg/m3 TWA LMPE-PPT
Mexico
15 ppm STEL [LMPE-CT]; 75 mg/m3 STEL [LMPE-CT]

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Component Exposure Limits

Resin Petroleum Hydrocarbon Resin inhalable & respirable particles & dust
10 mg/m3 TWA (inhalable particles, recommended);
ACGIH: 3 mg/m3 TWA (respirable particles, recommended,
related to Particulates not otherwise classified (PNOC))
10 mg/m3 TWA (total dust);
OSHA: 5 mg/m3 TWA
(respirable fraction, related to Particulates not otherwise classified (PNOC))

Biological limit value

There are no biological limit values for any of this product's components.

Appropriate Engineering Controls

Ventilation equipment should be explosion-resistant if explosive concentrations of material are present. Provide
local exhaust ventilation system. It is recommended that all dust control equipment such as local exhaust
ventilation and material transport systems involved in handling of this product contain explosion relief vents or an
explosion suppression system or an oxygen-deficient environment. Ensure that dust-handling systems (such as
exhaust ducts, dust collectors, vessels, and processing equipment) are designed in a manner to prevent the
escape of dust into the work area (i.e., there is no leakage from the equipment). Use only appropriately classified
electrical equipment and powered industrial trucks.

Individual Protection Measures, such as Personal Protective Equipment

Eyes/Face Protection
Wear splash resistant safety goggles with a face shield.

Skin Protection
Wear appropriate chemical resistant clothing.

Glove Recommendations
Wear appropriate chemical resistant gloves. Recommended material: cotton, leather, rubber, neoprene.

Respiratory Protection
A NIOSH approved respirator with organic vapor cartridges and N95 filters may be permissible under certain
circumstances where airborne concentrations are expected to exceed exposure limits, or when symptoms have
been observed that are indicative of overexposure.

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* * *Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES* * *

Physical State: Solid Vapor Density (air = 1): Not available

Appearance: Flakes / Pastilles Evaporation Rate: Not available
Color: Amber pH: Not available
Odor: petroleum odor Boiling Point: Not available
Odor Threshold: Not available Boiling Point Range: Not Available
Softening Point: 140 ± 5 Decomposition Temperature: Not available
Melting Point: Not available KOC: Not available
Freezing Point: Not available Log KOW: Not available
Specific Gravity (water = 1): Approx. 1.08 @ 25°C Water Solubility: Not available
Molecular Weight (Mn): Approx. 740
Coeff. Water/Oil Dist: Not available
Molecular Weight (Mw): Approx. 1,500
VOC: Not available Relative Density: Not available
@ 160°C. = 750
Flash Point: >390 °F Viscosity, Brookfield, cps.:
@ 180°C. = 235
OSHA Flammability Class: Combustible Solid Taste: Not available
Minimum Explosive Concentration: 10 to 20 g/m3 (MEC) LEL: Not available
KSt-value (bar x m/s): 282 – 344 bar.m/s UEL: Not available
Auto Ignition Temperature : 360 °C (Approx.) Vapor Pressure: Not available

* * *Section 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY* * *

Reactivity
None known.

Chemical Stability
Stable at normal temperatures and pressure.

Possibility of Hazardous Reactions

Hazardous polymerization will not occur.

Conditions to Avoid
Avoid heat, flames, sparks and other sources of ignition. Avoid contact with incompatible materials.

Incompatible Materials
Oxidizing materials, combustible materials

Hazardous decomposition products

Oxides of carbon, carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons

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* * *Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION* * *

Acute and Chronic Toxicity

Component Analysis - LD50/LC50

The components of this material have been reviewed in various sources and the following selected endpoints are
published:
Naphthalene (91-20-3)
Oral LD50Rat 1110 mg/kg
Dermal LD50Rabbit 1120 mg/kg
Inhalation LC50Rat >340 mg/m3 1 h

Information on Likely Routes of Exposure Inhalation

Inhalation
Inhalation of dust may irritate upper respiratory tract

Ingestion
No information on significant adverse effects.

Skin Contact
May cause irritation

Eye Contact
Causes eye irritation

Immediate Effects
No information on significant adverse effects.

Delayed Effects
No information on significant adverse effects.

Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure

No information on significant adverse effects.

Irritation/Corrosivity Data
Eye irritation; Mild skin irritation

Respiratory Sensitization
No data available.

Dermal Sensitization
No data available.

Germ Cell Mutagenicity

No data available.

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Carcinogenicity

Component Carcinogenicity
CAS # 91-20-3 Naphthalene
ACGIH: A4 - Not Classifiable as a Human Carcinogen
IARC: Monograph 53 [1991] (related to Non-arsenical insecticides) (Group 2A (probably
carcinogenic to humans))
IARC: Monograph 82 [2002] (Group 2B (possibly carcinogenic to humans ))
NTP: Reasonably Anticipated to be a Human Carcinogen
DFG: Category 2 (considered to be carcinogenic for man)
OSHA: Present

Reproductive Toxicity
No data available.

Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Single Exposure

No data available.

Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Repeated Exposure

No data available.

Aspiration hazard
No data available.

* * *Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION* * *

Ecotoxicity
May be harmful to aquatic life.

Persistence and Degradability

No information available for the product.

Bioaccumulation
No information available for the product.

Mobility in Soil
No information available for the product.

Other Adverse Effects

No information available for this product

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Component Analysis - Aquatic Toxicity

CAS # 91-20-3 Naphthalene

LC50 96 h Pimephales promelas 5.74 – 6.44 mg/L [flow-through];
LC50 96 h Oncorhynchus mykiss 1.6 mg/L [flow-through];
Fish: LC50 96 h Oncorhynchus mykiss 0.91 – 2.82 mg/L [static];
LC50 96 h Pimephales promelas 1.99 mg/L [static];
LC50 96 h Lepomis macrochirus 31.0265 mg/L [static]
EC50 48 h Daphnia magna 2.16 mg/L IUCLID;
Invertebrate: EC50 48 h Daphnia magna 1.96 mg/L [flow-through] EPA;
EC50 48 h Daphnia magna 1.09 – 3.4 mg/L [static] EPA;

* * *Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS* * *

Disposal Methods
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

Disposal of Contaminated Packaging

Dispose of waste material according to Local, State, Federal, and Provincial Environmental Regulations.

* * *Section 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION* * *

US DOT Information
Shipping Name: Not regulated for transport
UN/NA #: Not Regulated

TDG Information
Shipping Name: Not regulated for transport
UN#: Not Regulated

* * *Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION* * *

U.S. Federal Regulations

This material contains one or more of the following chemicals required to be identified under
SARA Section 302 (40 CFR 355 Appendix A), SARA Section 313 (40 CFR 372.65), CERCLA
(40 CFR 302.4), TSCA 12(b), and/or require an OSHA process safety plan.

Naphthalene 91-20-3
SARA 313 0.1% de minimis concentration
CERCLA 100 lb final RQ; 45.4 Kg final RQ

SARA Section 311/312 (40 CFR 370 Subparts B and C)

Acute Health: No, Chronic Health: Yes, Fire: No, Pressure: No, Reactive: No

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U.S. State Regulations

The following components appear on one or more of the following state hazardous substances lists:
Component CAS CA MA MN NJ PA
Naphthalene 91-20-3 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

The following statement(s) are provided under the California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of
1986 (Proposition 65):

WARNING! This product contains a chemical known to the state of California to cause cancer.

Naphthalene 91-20-3
Carc: Carcinogen, initial date 4/19/02

Canada Regulations
This product has been classified in accordance with the criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations (CPR) and
the sSDS contains all of the information required by the CPR.

Canadian WHMIS Ingredient Disclosure List (IDL)

Components of this material have been checked against the Canadian WHMIS Ingredients Disclosure List. The
List is composed of chemicals which must be identified on SSDSs if they are included in products which meet
WHMIS criteria specified in the Controlled Products Regulations and are present above the threshold limits listed
on the IDL:
Naphthalene 91-20-3
Carc: 1%

Canadian WHMIS Information

WHMIS CLASSIFICATION: Not classified.

Component Analysis - Inventory

Component CAS US CA EU** AU PH JP KR CN NZ
Petroleum Hydrocarbon Resin 68410-16-2 Yes DSL Yes Yes No No Yes No Yes

**RLN EC No.: 614-450-6

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* * *Section 16 - OTHER INFORMATION* * *

NFPA Ratings: Health: 0 Fire: 1 Reactivity: 0

Hazard Scale: 0 = Minimal 1 = Slight 2 = Moderate 3 = Serious 4 = Severe

HMIS RATINGS:
Health: 1
Fire: 1
Reactivity: 0
Pers. Prot.: B Minimum

Hazard Scale: 0 = Minimal 1 = Slight 2 = Moderate 3 = Serious 4 = Severe * = Chronic hazard

Key / Legend
ACGIH - American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists; ADR - European Road Transport; AU -
Australia; BOD - Biochemical Oxygen Demand; C - Celsius; CA - Canada; CAS - Chemical Abstracts Service;
CERCLA - Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act; CN - China; CPR -
Controlled Products Regulations; DFG - Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft; DOT - Department of
Transportation; DSL - Domestic Substances List; EEC - European Economic Community; EINECS - European
Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances; EPA - Environmental Protection Agency; EU - European
Union; F - Fahrenheit; IARC - International Agency for Research on Cancer; IATA - International Air Transport
Association; ICAO - International Civil Aviation Organization; IDL - Ingredient Disclosure List; IMDG - International
Maritime Dangerous Goods; JP - Japan; Kow - Octanol/water partition coefficient; KR - Korea; LEL - Lower
Explosive Limit; LOLI - List Of LIsts™ - ChemADVISOR's Regulatory Database; MAK - Maximum Concentration
Value in the Workplace; MEL - Maximum Exposure Limits; NFPA - National Fire Protection Agency; NIOSH -
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health; NJTSR - New Jersey Trade Secret Registry; NTP - National
Toxicology Program; NZ - New Zealand; OSHA - Occupational Safety and Health Administration; PH -
Philippines; RCRA - Resource Conservation and Recovery Act; RID - European Rail Transport; RTECS - Registry
of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances®; SARA - Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act; STEL -
Short-term Exposure Limit; TDG - Transportation of Dangerous Goods; TSCA - Toxic Substances Control Act;
TWA - Time Weighted Average; UEL - Upper Explosive Limit; US - United States

Other Information
Reasonable care has been taken in the preparation of this information; however, the manufacturer makes no
warranty whatsoever including the warranty of merchantability, expressed or implied, with respect to this
information.
 

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