2. Composition/Information on ingredients

2.1. Composition
A blend of EVA, resins, extenders and anti-oxidants

2.2. Information on ingredients
No substances are present within this product at a concentration which requires disclosure under Directives 99/45/EC and 91/155/EC

3. Hazards Identification

Physical Hazard: Non-classifiable
Health Hazard: Non-classifiable
No risk phrases required

4. First-aid Measures

Ingestion:
If accidentally swallowed, give large quantities of water or milk to dilute the effects on the stomach. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical advice.

Inhalation:
If inhalation causes adverse effects, remove to fresh air. If problem persists, seek medical advice.

Skin Contact: If contact with cold material causes irritation, flush with water. In case of body contact with molten material, immediately drench the affected area with plenty of cold water. If large areas are exposed, DO NOT attempt to remove solidified material. Seek immediate medical attention. Solidified hot melt may be removed from small areas by softening the material using a cotton pad saturated with olive oil or medicinal grade paraffin oil. Exposed areas should then be treated as a burn.

Eye Contact: In case of contact with cold material, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water. Seek medical attention if irritation persists. In case of contact with molten material, irrigate the eye immediately with plenty of cold water. DO NOT attempt to remove solidified material. Seek immediate medical attention. 

5. Fire-fighting measures

Non-flammable at room temperature, but will burn. In case of fire, use dry chemical, "alcohol" foam or carbon dioxide extinguishers. Water may be ineffective, but should be used to keep fire-exposed containers cool. For large fires, fire-fighters should wear full emergency protective equipment including self-contained breathing apparatus.

6. Accidental Release Measures

Always wear appropriate protective clothing (refer to "Section 8.2"). Cold spillages: Sweep up. Care should be taken. Hot spillages: Contain and allow to cool before removing.

7. Handling and Storage

7.1 Handling Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practices. Refer to Section 8 for appropriate personal protection equipment. Wash thoroughly after handling.

Inhalation:

Avoid prolonged or repeated breathing of dust or vapour

Skin Contact:
Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with skin or clothing.

Eyes:
Avoid contact with eyes.

7.2 Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.

Ensure stocks are rotated in accordance with expiry date noted on containers.

8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

8.1. Exposure controls
If airborne contaminants are generated when the material is heated or handled, sufficient ventilation in volume and air flow patterns should be provided to keep air contaminant concentrations below acceptable levels. Refer to Section 8.3 which details specific exposure limits where applicable.

8.2. Personal protection
Where air contaminants can exceed acceptable criteria, use approved respiratory protection equipment. Respirators should be selected based on the form and concentration of contaminants in air. Use goggles if contact is likely. Wear impervious gloves as required to prevent skin contact.

8.3 Exposure guidelines
None established.

9. Physical and Chemical Properties

Flash point - Greater than 250 c
Flammability - Combustible
Autoignition Temperature - Greater than 250 c
Upper explosion limit - Not applicable
Lower explosion limit - Not applicable
Oxidizing properties - Not oxidising
Relative Density - 1.4
Water Solubility - Negligible
Partition Coefficient - Not determined

10. Stability and Reactivity

Normally considered stable and inert.
Hazardous polymerisation: - Will not occur
Materials to avoid: - Strong oxidizers.
Conditions to avoid: - Dust formation.
Thermal decomposition - CO, CO2 and acetic acid.
Products may include:

11. Toxicological Information

11.1. Immediate Hazards

Ingestion:
Not expected to be harmful under normal conditions of use.

Inhalation:
Cold material not expected to be harmful. However, heating can evolve fumes which may cause irritation of nose, throat and lungs.

Skin:
Molten material may cause thermal burns.

Eyes:
May cause irritation on contact.

12. Ecological Information

Mobility: – Solid pellet, Insoluble in water
Degradability: - Not determined.
Bioaccumulative potential: - Not determined.

Aquatic toxicity: - Toxicity to bacteria, algae and higher marine organisms not tested. COD: Not determined.

14. Transport Information

International transport regulations

•ADR/RID Regulation: - Non regulated 

•IMO/IMDG Regulation: - Non regulated

•IATA (Commercial) Regulation: - Non regulated 

•IATA (Passenger) Regulation: - Non regulated

•ADNR Regulation: - Non regulated

15. Regulatory Information

15.1. EU Regulations
Not a hazardous substance or preparation according to EC-directives 67/548/EEC or 99/45/EC.