Product Name: Acrylic Resin
Chemical Family: Acrylic Polymers
Synonyms: PMMA Resin, Polymethylmethacrylate, Acrylic Compound
Recommended Use: Plastic Manufacturing, Coatings, Adhesives
Manufacturer: [Insert Manufacturer’s Name]
Contact Information: [Insert Address and Emergency Phone Number]
CAS Number: Mixture (specific CAS based on formula)
Product Codes: [List of common product or batch numbers related to sales and inventory]
Classification: Not classified as hazardous under GHS, possible mild eye and respiratory irritation
Symbol: No hazard pictogram
Signal Word: None
Hazard Statements: Dust may cause mechanical irritation to eyes, skin, and respiratory tract
Precautionary Statements: Keep container closed, avoid inhalation of dust, wear eye protection
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin or eye contact
Potential Health Effects: Inhalation may result in coughing or discomfort; skin contact may cause mild dryness; eye contact produces irritation
Component: Polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA)
CAS Number: 9011-14-7
Percentage: 90-100%
Other Components: May include proprietary additives or stabilizers (small amount, trade secret)
Impurities: May contain trace residual monomers such as methyl methacrylate (CAS# 80-62-6, usually <1%)
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, monitor breathing, seek medical attention if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing, seek medical care if irritation develops
Eye Contact: Flush thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes, remove contact lenses if present, consult physician for persistent discomfort
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, seek medical advice if feeling unwell
Acute Symptoms: Irritation to respiratory tract, mild mucous membrane irritation, dryness or redness
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: None known for small fires, avoid water jet for large volumes
Special Hazards: Dust forms explosive mixture in air, thermal decomposition releases carbon oxides, methyl methacrylate, and other organics
Protective Equipment: Firefighters use self-contained breathing apparatus and protective wear
Specific Methods: Cool nearby containers with water spray, control runoff to prevent entry into sewers
Personal Precautions: Use dust mask, safety goggles, gloves, prevent skin and eye contact
Environmental Precautions: Prevent spillage from entering drains, surface water, or soil
Cleanup Methods: Sweep or vacuum with appropriate dust filters, place in suitable closed containers, minimize airborne dust
Emergency Procedures: Evacuate unnecessary personnel, ensure adequate ventilation, eliminate ignition sources
Handling: Avoid generating or inhaling dust, use with local exhaust ventilation, avoid contact with eyes or prolonged skin contact, employ anti-static measures during transfer
Storage: Store in tightly closed containers, keep in cool, dry, well-ventilated space away from direct sunlight and heat, reduce static buildup, segregate from oxidizing agents
Technical Measures: Use grounded equipment, not store with incompatible substances
Occupational Exposure Limits: PMMA dust (inhalable): 10 mg/m³ (ACGIH TLV, OSHA PEL)
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation, process enclosure, minimize dust formation
Personal Protective Equipment: Safety goggles, dust mask or respirator (NIOSH approved), chemical-resistant gloves, coveralls or impervious clothing, wash hands after handling
Environmental Exposure Controls: Air filtration in production areas, proper waste disposal
Appearance: White or translucent solid granules, pellets, or powder
Odor: Faint, characteristic, slightly sweet (from trace monomers)
Odor Threshold: Not available (generally undetectable in finished polymer)
pH: Not applicable for solid
Melting Point: 160–205°C (softening point varies with grade)
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes before boiling)
Flash Point: > 230°C (closed cup)
Flammability: Combustible, not readily ignitable under normal use
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Approximately 450°C
Explosion Limits: Dust cloud may explode in confined space
Vapor Density: Not applicable
Solubility: Insoluble in water, soluble in certain organic solvents
Density: 1.15–1.19 g/cm³
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not determined for polymer
Viscosity: Not applicable for solid
Chemical Stability: Stable at recommended storage temperatures
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: Dust explosion in presence of ignition source, strong oxidizers can increase reactivity
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, open flames, electrostatic discharge, incompatible materials
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, strong acids, strong bases
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, methyl methacrylate fumes when heated above decomposition temperatures
Acute Toxicity: Low oral toxicity (polymer); dust may aggravate respiratory issues
Chronic Effects: No known chronic effects identified in available studies for finished polymer
Skin Irritation: Possible drying or mild mechanical irritation
Eye Irritation: Mechanical irritation, redness, tearing
Respiratory Sensitization: Little or no evidence under normal industrial use
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as carcinogenic (IARC, NTP, OSHA do not list acrylic resin as a carcinogen)
Mutagenicity: No evidence provided by polymer, monomer methyl methacrylate has shown no mutagenic effect in typical exposures
Reproductive Toxicity: No known hazard for finished polymer
Other Effects: Pre-existing skin or respiratory conditions may worsen after exposure to dust
Ecotoxicity: Expected to show low aquatic toxicity due to insolubility; small particles may pose physical hazard to aquatic life
Persistence and Degradability: Non-biodegradable under environmental conditions; resistant to natural degradation
Bioaccumulation: Not expected to bioaccumulate; high molecular weight limits absorption
Mobility in Soil: Stable, low mobility due to insolubility and large particle size
Other Adverse Effects: Microplastic contamination contributes to long-term environmental persistence, monitoring increases globally
Waste Handling: Collect materials in closable, labeled containers
Disposal Methods: Preferred disposal via approved landfill or incineration facility, in accordance with local regulations
Special Precautions: Avoid release of dust to environment, avoid public waterways
Packaging Disposal: Decontaminate or recycle if possible; otherwise dispose as industrial waste
UN Number: Not regulated under UN Transport System
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not dangerous goods
Transport Hazard Class: None
Packing Group: None
Marine Pollutant: No
Special Precautions: Avoid generating dust during transport, use sealed packaging
Shipping Method: Road, rail, sea, air transport as standard cargo
TSCA Status: Listed
EINECS/ELINCS (Europe): Registered
OSHA Hazard Communication: Meets requirements for chemical safety communication
SARA 313: Finished PMMA not a reportable chemical
REACH Regulation: Pre-registered or registered polymer; monomer component regulated at higher concentrations
Other Regulations: End-use applications may face more restrictions based on local or product-specific standards in the US, EU, and Asia
Labeling Requirements: Conforms to workplace chemical label standards including hazard communication, pictograms, and precautionary statements where applicable
