DuPont Polymers

ZYT022 Revised 9-APR-2002 Printed 19-APR-2002

“ZYTEL” NYLON RESINS ALL IN SYNONYM LIST ZYT022

CHEMICAL PRODUCT/COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

Material Identification

"ZYTEL" is a registered trademark of DuPont

Tradenames and Synonyms

"ZYTEL" AFE1000 NC010;

"ZYTEL" AFE1001 NC010;

"ZYTEL" AFE1111 NC010;

"ZYTEL" CFE1111 NC010, CFE3218 NC010,

"ZYTEL" E50 NC010, E51HSB NC010, E51HSB NC010J,

"ZYTEL" E53 NC010, E55 NC010;

"ZYTEL" E101L NC010;

"ZYTEL" E103HSL NC010;

"ZYTEL" EFE1068 NC010, EFE1068 NC010T, FE1117 NC010;

"ZYTEL" EFE1150 NC010; EFE1151 NC010;

"ZYTEL" FE1111 NC010;

"ZYTEL" FE3370 NC010; FE3399 BK160, FE33399 BKB160;

"ZYTEL" FE3415 NC010; FE3421 NC010; FE3491 NC010;

"ZYTEL" FE3491C NC010;

"ZYTEL" FE3598 NC010;

"ZYTEL" FE3606 NC010; FE3653 NC010;

"ZYTEL" FE3677 NC010; FE3684 NC010; FE3699 NC010;

"ZYTEL" FE3701 NC010A; FE3704 NC010; FE3705 NC010;

"ZYTEL" FE3706 NC010; FE3738 NC010; FE3747 NC010;

"ZYTEL" FE3748 NC010; FE3749 NC010; FE3754 NC010;

"ZYTEL" FE3755 NC010; FE3756 NC010; FE3780 NC010;

"ZYTEL" FE3781 NC010; FE3782 NC010; FE3783 NC010;

"ZYTEL" FE3794 NC010; FE3795 NC010; FE3797 NC010;

"ZYTEL" FE3803 NC010; FE3807 NC010; FE3818 NC010;

"ZYTEL" FE3826 NC010; FE3827 NC010; FE3832 NC010;

"ZYTEL" VLM NC010;

"ZYTEL" 10ABG NC010; 10ABGD NC010; 10ABGF NC010;

"ZYTEL" 10ANG NC010;

"ZYTEL" 101 NC010; 101BG NC010;

"ZYTEL" 101F NC010, 101F NC010E, 101F NC010N, 101F NC999;

"ZYTEL" 101L NC010, 101L NC010E;

"ZYTEL" 103FHS NC010; 103HSL NC010, 103HSL NC010Z;

"ZYTEL" 103HSL-C NC010;

"ZYTEL" 122L NC010; 132F NC010;

"ZYTEL" 132F NC010; 42 NC010; 42A NC010; 42HSB NC010;

"ZYTEL" 42HSX NC010; 42HSB NC010

Company Identification

MANUFACTURER/DISTRIBUTOR

DUPONT ENGINEERING POLYMERS

1007 MARKET STREET

WILMINGTON, DE 19898

PHONE NUMBERS

Product Information 1-(800) 441-7515

Transport Emergency 1-(800) 424-9300

Medical Emergency 1-(800) 441-3637

COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Components Material CAS Number %

NYLON 66 32131-17-2 >98

NON-REGULATED LUBRICANTS & STABILIZERS < 2

Components (Remarks)

Material is not known to contain Toxic Chemicals under Section 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 and 40 CFR part 372.

HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Potential Health Effects

ADDITIONAL HEALTH EFFECTS

Read “Zytel” Molding Guide before using this product.

POLYHEXAMETHYLENE ADIPAMIDE

In general, skin irritation has not been produced in human patch tests with Nylon 66. However, a small percentage of subjects may respond to prolonged contact with redness of skin. Significant skin permeation, and systemic toxicity, after contact appears unlikely. There are no reports of human sensitization.

If particles of Nylon 66 contact the eye, mechanical irritation with tearing, pain or blurred vision may result.

Carcinogenicity Information

None of the components present in this material at concentrations equal to or greater than 0.1% are listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA or ACGIH as a carcinogen.

FIRST AID MEASURES

First Aid

INHALATION

No specific intervention is indicated as the compound is not likely to be hazardous by inhalation. Consult a physician if necessary. If exposed to fumes from overheating or combustion, move to fresh air. Consult a physician if symptoms persist.

SKIN CONTACT

The compound is not likely to be hazardous by skin contact, but cleansing the skin after use is advisable. If molten polymer gets on skin, cool rapidly with cold water. Do not attempt to peel polymer from skin. Obtain medical treatment for thermal burn.

EYE CONTACT

In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Call a physician.

INGESTION

No specific intervention is indicated as compound is not likely to be hazardous by ingestion. Consult a physician if necessary.

FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

Flammable Properties

Flash Point 400 C (752 F)

Method D1929

Fire and Explosion Hazards:

Large molten masses may ignite spontaneously in air. Water quenching of such masses is good practice.

Fire and Explosion Hazards:

HAZARDOUS GASES/VAPORS PRODUCES IN FIRE ARE: Ammonia, carbon monoxide; small amounts of hydrogen cyanide and aldehydes.

Extinguishing Media

Water, Foam, Dry Chemical, C02.

Fire Fighting Instructions

Keep personnel removed and upwind of fire. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus.

ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Safeguards (Personnel)

NOTE: Review FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES and HANDLING (PERSONNEL) sections before proceeding with clean-up. Use appropriate PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT during clean-up.

HANDLING AND STORAGE

Handling (Personnel)

See FIRST AID and PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT sections.

Storage

Cool, dry place. Keep containers tightly closed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Engineering Controls

Use local ventilation to control fumes from hot processing.

Personal Protective Equipment

EYE/FACE PROTECTION

Wear safety glasses. Wear coverall chemical splash goggles and face shield when possibility exists for eye and face contact due to splashing or spraying of molten material. A full face mask respirator provides protection from eye irritation.

RESPIRATORS

NIOSH/MSHA approved air purifying respirator with an organic vapor cartridge and a dust/mist filter may be permissible under certain circumstances where airborne concentrations are expected to exceed exposure limits. Protection provided by air purifying respirators is limited. Use a positive pressure air supplied respirator if there is any potential for an uncontrolled release, exposure levels are not known, or any other circumstance where air purifying respirators may not provide adequate protection.

PROTECTIVE CLOTHING

If there is potential contact with hot/molten material, wear heat resistant clothing and footwear.

Exposure Guidelines

Exposure Limits

"ZYTEL" NYLON RESINS IN SYNONYM LIST ZYT022

PEL (OSHA) Particulates (Not Otherwise Regulated)

15 mg/m3, 8 Hr. TWA, total dust

5 mg/m3, 8 Hr. TWA, respirable dust

Other Applicable Exposure Limits

NYLON 66

PEL (OSHA) None Established

TLV (ACGIH) None Established

AEL * (DuPont) 10 mg/m3, 8 Hr. TWA, total dust

5 mg/m3, 8 Hr. TWA, respirable dust

*AEL is DuPont's Acceptable Exposure Limit. Where governmentally imposed occupational exposure limits which are lower than the AEL are in effect, such limits shall take precedence.

PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Physical Data

Melting Point 250-260 C (482-500 F) NE

% Volatiles ca 1% (water)

Solubility in Water Insoluble

Odor None

Form Granules

Specific Gravity 1.22 – 1.38

STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Chemical Stability

Stable.

Conditions to avoid

Temperatures above 340 C (644 F).

Incompatibility with Other Materials

Incompatible or can react with strong acids, oxidizing agents.

Decomposition

Hazardous gases or vapors can be released, including cyclopentanone, carbon monoxide, aldehydes, ammonia.

Polymerization

Polymerization will not occur.

TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Animal Data

Nylon 66

Oral LD50, rat: > 10,000 mg/kg

Nylon 66 is not a skin irritant in tests with animals.

Single exposure by ingestion to high doses caused decreased body weight. Long-term exposure caused no significant toxicological effects.

Repeated inhalation exposure caused histopathological changes of the lungs, and kidneys.

In animal testing Nylon 66 had not caused carcinogenicity. No animal data are available to define developmental, reproductive or mutagenic hazards.

ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Ecotoxicological Information

AQUATIC TOXICITY:

No information is available. Toxicity is expected to be low based on insolubility in water.

DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Waste Disposal

Preferred options for disposal are (1) recycling, (2) incineration with energy recovery, and (3) landfill. The high fuel value of this product makes option 2 very desirable for material that cannot be recycled, but incinerator must be capable of scrubbing out acidic combustion products. Treatment, storage, transportation, and disposal must be in accordance with applicable federal, state/provincial, and local regulations.

TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION

Shipping Information

DOT Not regulated

TDO Not regulated

REGULATORY INFORMATION

U.S. Federal Regulations

TSCA Inventory Status In compliance with TSCA Inventory requirements for commercial purposes.

State Regulations (U.S.)

STATE RIGHT-TO-KNOW LAWS

No substances on the state hazardous substances list, for the states indicated below, are used in the manufacture of products on this Material Safety Data Sheet.

SUBSTANCES ON THE PENNSYLVANIA HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES LIST PRESENT AT A CONCENTRATION OF 1 % OR MORE (0.01% FOR SPECIAL HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES): None known.

WARNING: SUBSTANCES KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER, BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM: None known.

SUBSTANCES ON THE NEW JERSEY WORKPLACE HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE LIST PRESENT AT A CONCENTRATION OF 1% OR MORE (0.1% FOR SUBSTANCES IDENTIFIED AS CARCINOGENS, MUTAGENS OR TERATOGENS): None known.

OTHER INFORMATION

Additional Information

MEDICAL USE: CAUTION: Do not use in medical applications involving permanent implantation in the human body. For other medical applications see DuPont CAUTION Bulletin No. H-50102.

The data in this Material Safety Data Sheet relates only to the specific material designated herein and does not relate to use in combination with any other material or in any process.

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