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SAFETY DATA SHEET

THE DOW CHEMICAL COMPANY*

Product name: ACRYSOL™ RM-12W Rheology Modifier Issue Date: 12/23/2016


Print Date: 07/21/2018

THE DOW CHEMICAL COMPANY* encourages and expects you to read and understand the entire
(M)SDS, as there is important information throughout the document. We expect you to follow the
precautions identified in this document unless your use conditions would necessitate other appropriate
methods or actions.

1. IDENTIFICATION
Product name: ACRYSOL™ RM-12W Rheology Modifier

Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use


Identified uses: Coating additives, Rheology Modifiers.

COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
THE DOW CHEMICAL COMPANY*
Agent for Rohm and Haas Chemicals LLC
400 ARCOLA ROAD
COLLEGEVILLE PA 19426-2914
UNITED STATES

Customer Information Number: 215-592-3000


SDSQuestion@dow.com

EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER


24-Hour Emergency Contact: 1 800 424 9300
Local Emergency Contact: 800-424-9300

2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Hazard classification
This material is not hazardous under the criteria of the Federal OSHA Hazard Communication
Standard 29CFR 1910.1200.

Other hazards
No data available

3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Chemical nature: Polyurethane resin


This product is a mixture.
Component CASRN Concentration

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company of Dow
Product name: ACRYSOL™ RM-12W Rheology Modifier Issue Date: 12/23/2016

Polyurethane resin Not Hazardous >= 14.0 - 16.0 %

Enzymatically modified starch Not Hazardous >= 3.0 - 5.0 %

Water 7732-18-5 >= 80.0 - 82.0 %

4. FIRST AID MEASURES


Description of first aid measures
Inhalation: Move to fresh air.

Skin contact: Wash with water and soap as a precaution. If skin irritation persists, call a physician.

Eye contact: Rinse with plenty of water. If eye irritation persists, consult a specialist.

Ingestion: Drink 1 or 2 glasses of water. Consult a physician if necessary. Never give anything by
mouth to an unconscious person.

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed: Aside from the information found
under Description of first aid measures (above) and Indication of immediate medical attention and
special treatment needed (below), any additional important symptoms and effects are described in
Section 11: Toxicology Information.

Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed


Notes to physician: Treatment of exposure should be directed at the control of symptoms and the
clinical condition of the patient.

5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing media: Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire.

Unsuitable extinguishing media: No data available

Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture


Hazardous combustion products: No data available

Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Material can splatter above 100C/212F. Dried product can
burn.

Advice for firefighters


Fire Fighting Procedures: No data available

Special protective equipment for firefighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and
protective suit.

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Product name: ACRYSOL™ RM-12W Rheology Modifier Issue Date: 12/23/2016

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES


Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures: Use personal protective
equipment. Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak. Material can create slippery conditions.

Environmental precautions: CAUTION: Keep spills and cleaning runoff out of municipal sewers and
open bodies of water.

Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up: Contain spills immediately with inert
materials (e.g., sand, earth). Transfer liquids and solid diking material to separate suitable containers
for recovery or disposal.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE


Precautions for safe handling: Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Wash thoroughly after
handling. Keep container tightly closed. Do not breathe vapors, mist or gas.

Conditions for safe storage: Keep from freezing - product stability may be affected. STIR WELL
BEFORE USE.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION


Control parameters
Exposure limits are listed below, if they exist.

Exposure controls
Engineering controls: Use local exhaust ventilation with a minimum capture velocity of 100 ft/min.
(0.5 m/sec.) at the point of vapor evolution. Refer to the current edition of Industrial Ventilation: A
Manual of Recommended Practice published by the American Conference of Governmental Industrial
Hygienists for information on the design, installation, use, and maintenance of exhaust systems.

Protective measures: Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash
facility.

Individual protection measures


Eye/face protection: Safety glasses with side-shields
Skin protection
Hand protection: The glove(s) listed below may provide protection against
permeation. (Gloves of other chemically resistant materials may not provide adequate
protection): Neoprene gloves

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES


Appearance
Physical state liquid
Color white clear
Odor Mild, inoffensive odor
Odor Threshold No data available

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pH 5-8
Melting point/range 0 °C ( 32 °F) Water
Freezing point No data available
Boiling point (760 mmHg) 100.00 °C ( 212.00 °F) Water
Flash point Noncombustible
Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate <1.00 Water
= 1)
Flammability (solid, gas) Not Applicable
Lower explosion limit Not applicable
Upper explosion limit Not applicable
Vapor Pressure 17.0000000 mmHg at 20.00 °C (68.00 °F) Water
Relative Vapor Density (air = 1) <1.0000 Water
Relative Density (water = 1) 1.0400
Water solubility Dilutable
Partition coefficient: n- No data available
octanol/water
Auto-ignition temperature Not applicable
Decomposition temperature No data available
Dynamic Viscosity 500 - 3,500 mPa.s
Kinematic Viscosity No data available
Explosive properties No data available
Oxidizing properties No data available
Molecular weight No data available
Percent volatility 80.00 - 82.00 % Water

NOTE: The physical data presented above are typical values and should not be construed as a
specification.

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY


Reactivity: No data available

Chemical stability: No data available

Possibility of hazardous reactions: None known.


Product will not undergo polymerization.
Stable

Conditions to avoid: Not Applicable

Incompatible materials: There are no known materials which are incompatible with this product.

Hazardous decomposition products: There are no known hazardous decomposition products for
this material. Monomer vapors can be evolved when material is heated during processing operations.
See SECTION 8, for types of ventilation required.

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11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Toxicological information appears in this section when such data is available.

Acute toxicity
Acute oral toxicity
LD50, Rat, > 5,000 mg/kg

Acute dermal toxicity


LD50, Rabbit, > 5,000 mg/kg

Acute inhalation toxicity


Product test data not available. Refer to component data.

Skin corrosion/irritation
slight irritation

Serious eye damage/eye irritation


slight irritation

Sensitization
Product test data not available. Refer to component data.

Specific Target Organ Systemic Toxicity (Single Exposure)


Product test data not available. Refer to component data.

Specific Target Organ Systemic Toxicity (Repeated Exposure)


Product test data not available. Refer to component data.

Carcinogenicity
Product test data not available. Refer to component data.

Teratogenicity
Product test data not available. Refer to component data.

Reproductive toxicity
Product test data not available. Refer to component data.

Mutagenicity
Product test data not available. Refer to component data.

Aspiration Hazard
Product test data not available. Refer to component data.

COMPONENTS INFLUENCING TOXICOLOGY:

Polyurethane resin
Acute inhalation toxicity
The LC50 has not been determined.

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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Ecotoxicological information appears in this section when such data is available.

General Information
There is no data available for this product.

Toxicity

Polyurethane resin
Acute toxicity to fish
No relevant data found.

Persistence and degradability

Polyurethane resin
Biodegradability: No relevant data found.

Bioaccumulative potential

Polyurethane resin
Bioaccumulation: No relevant data found.

Mobility in soil

Polyurethane resin
No relevant data found.

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS


Disposal methods: Incinerate liquid and contaminated solids in accordance with local, state, and
federal regulations.

Contaminated packaging: Empty containers retain product residues. Follow label warnings even
after container is emptied. Improper disposal or reuse of this container may be dangerous and illegal.
Refer to applicable federal, state and local regulations.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION


DOT
Not regulated for transport

Classification for SEA transport (IMO-IMDG):


Not regulated for transport
Transport in bulk Consult IMO regulations before transporting ocean bulk
according to Annex I or II
of MARPOL 73/78 and the

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Product name: ACRYSOL™ RM-12W Rheology Modifier Issue Date: 12/23/2016

IBC or IGC Code

Classification for AIR transport (IATA/ICAO):


Not regulated for transport

This information is not intended to convey all specific regulatory or operational


requirements/information relating to this product. Transportation classifications may vary by container
volume and may be influenced by regional or country variations in regulations. Additional
transportation system information can be obtained through an authorized sales or customer service
representative. It is the responsibility of the transporting organization to follow all applicable laws,
regulations and rules relating to the transportation of the material.

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION


Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 Title III (Emergency Planning and
Community Right-to-Know Act of 1986) Sections 311 and 312
This product is not a hazardous chemical under 29CFR 1910.1200, and therefore is not covered by
Title III of SARA.

Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 Title III (Emergency Planning and
Community Right-to-Know Act of 1986) Section 313
This product does not contain a chemical which is listed in Section 313 at or above de minimis
concentrations.

Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (CERCLA)


Section 103
This material does not contain any components with a CERCLA RQ.

Pennsylvania
Any material listed as "Not Hazardous" in the CAS REG NO. column of SECTION 2,
Composition/Information On Ingredients, of this MSDS is a trade secret under the provisions of the
Pennsylvania Worker and Community Right-to-Know Act.

United States TSCA Inventory (TSCA)


All components of this product are in compliance with the inventory listing requirements of the U.S.
Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Chemical Substance Inventory.

16. OTHER INFORMATION

Hazard Rating System


HMIS
Physical
Health Flammability
Hazard
1 0 0

Revision

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Product name: ACRYSOL™ RM-12W Rheology Modifier Issue Date: 12/23/2016

Identification Number: 101080870 / 1001 / Issue Date: 12/23/2016 / Version: 3.0


Most recent revision(s) are noted by the bold, double bars in left-hand margin throughout this
document.

Information Source and References


This SDS is prepared by Product Regulatory Services and Hazard Communications Groups from
information supplied by internal references within our company.

THE DOW CHEMICAL COMPANY* urges each customer or recipient of this (M)SDS to study it
carefully and consult appropriate expertise, as necessary or appropriate, to become aware of and
understand the data contained in this (M)SDS and any hazards associated with the product. The
information herein is provided in good faith and believed to be accurate as of the effective date shown
above. However, no warranty, express or implied, is given. Regulatory requirements are subject to
change and may differ between various locations. It is the buyer's/user's responsibility to ensure that
his activities comply with all federal, state, provincial or local laws. The information presented here
pertains only to the product as shipped. Since conditions for use of the product are not under the
control of the manufacturer, it is the buyer's/user's duty to determine the conditions necessary for the
safe use of this product. Due to the proliferation of sources for information such as manufacturer-
specific (M)SDSs, we are not and cannot be responsible for (M)SDSs obtained from any source other
than ourselves. If you have obtained an (M)SDS from another source or if you are not sure that the
(M)SDS you have is current, please contact us for the most current version.

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