MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

1. Product Identification:

Product Name:                

Pola Wax

Chemical Name:

Blend of fatty alcohol and ethoxylated sorbitan ester

CAS #:                           

67762-27-0, 9005-67-8

Country of Origin:           

Canada

 

2. Classification:

Chemical Identification: Wax, Pola – blend of fatty alcohol and polysorbate

UN No. 3272 – Esters n.o.s.

24 HOUR EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (613)-996-6666 CANUTEC

 

3. Hazardous Ingredients Information:

N/A. This product is not regulated by WHMIS.

 

4. Physical & Chemical Properties:

Appearance:                   

Creamy white solid beads (pastille).

Odor:                              

Practically odorless.

Melting Point:

50 – 54 °C

Moisture:

0.3 – 1.4 %

pH (3% solution):

5.5 – 7.0 @ 20°C

Iodine Value:

0.5 – 3.5

Hydroxyl Value:

178 – 192

Saponification Value:

14 maximum

Flash Point:

 n/a

 

5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:

Flash Point: n/a 

Precaution: NEVER MELT WAX BY DIRECT HEAT. Always use a water bath .

 

6. Reactivity/Stability Data:

Reactivity: Stable. Avoid contact with oxidants.

Decomposition: When heated to decomposition produces acrid fumes and carbon monoxide smoke.

 

7. Toxicological Properties/Information:

Non-irritating to skin and eyes. Oral toxicity (LD50) 5 g/kg

 

8. Preventive Data:

Spillage: Absorb spills, cover with an inert, non-combustible, inorganic absorbent material, and remove to an approved disposal container.

Fire: Recommended extinguishing media – CO2, foam and dry chemicals. DO NOT use direct water jet on burning material.

Environment: Keep away from drains, surface and ground water.

Storage: Store in cool, dry and well ventilated area protected in tightly closed container away from sources of ignition, heat and sunlight. Keep air contact to minimum.

                Failure to store at less than 90 deg. F can cause coagulation.

 

9. First Aid Measures:

Eye contact: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Call physician if irritation persists.

Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Avoid casual breathing.

Ingestion: Rinse mouth and consult a physician immediately. Never-give anything by mouth if victim is unconscious, is rapidly-losing consciousness, or is convulsing.

Skin contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash with soap and plenty of water.

 

CAUTION! Melted wax can cause severe burns. Do not remove solidified wax on burn, cool with water and see a physician.

 

11. Individual Protection for Industrial Use:

Use safety glasses.

Avoid breathing in product by ensuring good ventilation when handling.

Avoid skin contact by using chemical resistant gloves and overall.

 

12. Preparation Information:

Quality Assurance

New Directions Aromatics Inc.

Brampton ON

L7A 1C5

 

Revision Date: 4th January 2010

 

Disclaimer

 

The information contained in this Certificate of Analysis and Material Safety Data Sheet are obtained from current and reliable sources.  As the ordinary or otherwise use(s) of this product is outside the control of New Directions Aromatics Inc., no representation or warranty, expressed or implied is made as to the effect(s) of such use(s) (including damage or injury), or the results obtained.

 

New Directions Aromatics Inc. expressly disclaims responsibility as to the ordinary or otherwise use(s).  Furthermore, New Directions Aromatics as to the fitness for any use should consider nothing container herein as a recommendation.  The liability of New Directions Aromatics Inc. is limited to the value of the goods and does not include any consequential loss.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS

 

Product: Pola Wax – Beads (pastille)

Product No: 30012

Lot No:  30012-A07

 

 

Specifications:

Results:

Appearance:                   

White to creamy colored solid.

Complies

Odor:                              

Practically odorless.

Complies

Melting Point:

50 – 54 °C

Complies

pH (3% solution):

 

 

5.5 – 7.0 @ 20°C

 

 

Complies

 

 

 

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS

 

Product: Pola Wax – Beads (pastille)

Product No: 30012

Lot No:  30012-A06

 

 

Specifications:

Results:

Appearance:                   

White creamy solid.

Complies

Odor:                              

Practically odorless.

Complies

Melting Point:

50 – 54 °C

Complies

pH (3% solution):

 

 

5.5 – 7.0 @ 20°C

 

 

Complies