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COOPER INDUSTRIES/CROUSE-HINDS DIVISION: ISOCYANATE - CHICO SPEEDSEAL (SS2 & SS6)Part 1 of 2MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETPRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATIONCOMMON NAME:CHEMICAL FAMILY:FORMULA:PRODUCT CAS NO.:SUPPLIER:Diphenylmethane diisocyanateAromatic IsocyanateMixture101-68-8 (Methylene bisphenyl isocyanate, MDI)9016-87-9 (Polymeric diphenylmethane diisocyanate)Cooper Industries/Crouse-Hinds DivisionADDRESS: P.O. Box 4999CITY, STATE, ZIP: Syracuse, NY 13221-4999PHONE: (315) 477-7000 Emergency Phone: 1-800-424-9300 CHEMTRECINGREDIENTS: COMPOSITION/INFORMATIONINGREDIENT % WEIGHT PEL-OSHA TLV-ACGIHDiphenylmethane-4,4’-diisocyanate(MDI) CAS Number: 101-68-830-600.02 ppm(Ceiling)0.005 ppmLD 50 /LC 50ROUTE/SPECIESOral LC 50 : >5000 mg/kg(inhalation/rat)Polymeric diphenylmethane diisocyanate(MDI) CAS Number 9016-87-930-600.05 mg/m3Oral LC 50 : >5000 mg/kg(inhalation/rat)HAZARD IDENTIFICATIONPOTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTSNOTE: When reacted, this product is a portion of a 2-part rigid polyurethane foam. MDI and polyol are supplied inseparate plastic compartments in a closed plastic container. The barrier between the two substances is broken beforedispersion. Contact with unreacted MDI is not expected under normal working conditions.EYES: May cause irritation and redness.SKIN: May cause irritation and sensitization.INHALATION: Toxic if inhaled. May cause irritation or sensitize the respiratory tract. Sensitization of the respiratory tractmay cause asthma attacks with chest tightness, breathlessness and discomfort.SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS: Inhalation may cause burning of the nose and throat, cough, laryngitis, chest pain andasthmatic symptoms. May cause eye and respiratory irritation. Skin and respiratory sensitizer.Revision Date: 10/13/10 Page 1 of 5

COOPER INDUSTRIES/CROUSE-HINDS DIVISION: ISOCYANATE - CHICO SPEEDSEAL (SS2 & SS6)Part 1 of 2HAZARD IDENTIFICATION (CONTINUED)CHRONIC: Prolonged or repeated inhalation of isocyanate vapours can cause lung damage. Heating of the product canrelease additional vapours. This product can release additional vapours. This product should not be used without adequateventilation.CARCINOGENICITY:IARC: No NTP: No OSHA: NoMEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE: May aggravate pre-existing respiratory conditions. Individualwith asthma or other respiratory conditions should not be exposed to this product.TARGET ORGANS: Lungs, eyes, skinFIRST AID MEASURESEYE CONTACT: Flush eyes with lukewarm water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation persists, get medical attention.SKIN CONTACT: Remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. If irritation develops,seek medical attention.INHALATION: Remove to fresh air and give oxygen or artificial respiration as indicated. Get immediate medical attention.Individuals that become sensitized to this product should avoid further exposure to prevent serious allergic reactions.INGESTION: DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Give 4-8 ounces of milk or water and immediately call a poison controlcenter or a physician. Never give anything by mouth to anyone that is or could rapidly become unconscious.FLAMMABLE PROPERTIESFIRE FIGHTING MEASURESFLASH POINT: 203 C (397.4 F)ASTM D-93, Closed CupNFPA HAZARD CLASSIFICATION:HEALTH: 3 FLAMMABILITY: 1 INSTABILITY: 1FLAMMABLE LIMITS: LEL: Not Applicable UEL: Not ApplicableEXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Water fog, foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide.FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Non-flammable. Water contamination produces carbon dioxide gas. This maycause pressurization or explosion of containers. Thermal decomposition will produce carbon, nitrogen, and sulfur oxidesand other oxidation products.FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT: Firefighters should wear a NIOSH/MSHA-approved, full-facepiece self-containedbreathing apparatus (SCBA) operated in positive pressure mode and full turnout gear with additional chemical protectiveRevision Date: 10/13/10 Page 2 of 5

COOPER INDUSTRIES/CROUSE-HINDS DIVISION: ISOCYANATE - CHICO SPEEDSEAL (SS2 & SS6)Part 1 of 2clothing as necessary to prevent exposure to hazardous decomposition products.Revision Date: 10/13/10 Page 3 of 5

COOPER INDUSTRIES/CROUSE-HINDS DIVISION: ISOCYANATE - CHICO SPEEDSEAL (SS2 & SS6)Part 1 of 2ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURESIsolate area of spill. Do not walk through spilled material. Absorb spill with suitable inert sorbent material and place inopen container. If unmixed MDI is spilled, use appropriate control measures and place in tightly closed container afterabsorbing with inert sorbent. Thoroughly clean area of spill to prevent slipping. Wear protective clothing appropriate forthe level of exposure.Method for Clean-up: Clean spill area with a solution of 90% water, 8% ammonia and 2% detergent.HANDLING AND STORAGEStore in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Do not open cans or outer foil bag until ready to use. Avoid contact with skin,eyes, and clothing. Do not breathe vapors or mists. Promptly remove contaminated clothing promptly and launderseparately. Wear clean work clothes daily. Wash thoroughly after handling and before meals, breaks, and smoking. Donot eat, drink, or smoke in work and storage areas. Do not store food, cosmetics, cigarettes or other personal items instorage and use areas. Use only in well ventilated areas.EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTIONRESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Under normal working conditions below acceptable exposure guidelines, none required.For concentrations above acceptable exposure limits, wear NIOSH approved respiratory protection in accordance withOSHA 29 CFR 1910.134.SKIN PROTECTION: Polyvinyl or rubber gloves and coveralls..EYE PROTECTION: Wear chemical goggles or full facepiece respirator according to levels of exposureENGINEERING CONTROLS: Local exhaust ventilation used in combination with general ventilation as necessary tocontrol air contaminants below acceptable exposure guidelines.PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIESAPPEARANCE:ODOR:MELTING POINT:SOLUBILITY IN WATER:SPECIFIC GRAVITY:Dark brown liquidSlight odorNo DataInsoluble1.2 g/mlBOILING POINT: 200 C (392 F)VAPOR PRESSURE:VAPOUR DENSITY0.000004 mm Hg8.5Revision Date: 10/13/10 Page 4 of 5

COOPER INDUSTRIES/CROUSE-HINDS DIVISION: ISOCYANATE - CHICO SPEEDSEAL (SS2 & SS6)Part 1 of 2STABILITY: Stable.STABILITY AND REACTIVITYINCOMPATIBILITY: Reacts with strong alkalis, acids, alcohols, and oxidizers, water or moisture and temperatures above300 F. Reaction with alcohols can be violent. MDI polymerizes at 450 F.HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur.DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONSRecycle, reclaim and dispose of in accordance with applicable local, state and federal regulations. Dispose per 40 CFRPart 261 and 262.TRANSPORT INFORMATIONShip in accordance with U.S. DOT and Canadian TDG regulations. (Per supplier not regulated for transport).WHMIS CLASSIFICATION: D1A,, D2A, D2BREGULATORY INFORMATIONDSL – All of the components of this material appear on the “Domestic Substances List”OSHA Regulatory Status (29 CFR 1910.1200): This material is classified as hazardous under OSHA regulations.SARA TITLE III - SECTION 313 SUPPLIER NOTIFICATION:This product contains the following chemicals subject to the reporting requirements of section 313 of the EmergencyPlanning and Community Right-To-Know Act (EPCRA) of 1986 and 40 CFR 372:ChemicalMDICAS Number:101-68-8% Weight60-100California Proposition 65: This product does not contain ingredients known to the State of California to cause cancer, birthdefects, or other reproductive harm.TSCA – All of the components of this material appear on the “Toxic Substances Control Act” inventory.OTHER INFORMATIONACGIH:DSL:IARC:NIOSH:NTP:MSHA:OSHA:American Conference of Governmental Industrial HygienistsDomestic Substances ListInternational Agency for Research on CancerNational Institute for Occupational Safety and HealthNational Toxicology ProgramMine Safety and Health AdministrationOccupational Safety and Health AdministrationRevision Date: 10/13/10 Page 5 of 5

COOPER INDUSTRIES/CROUSE-HINDS DIVISION: ISOCYANATE - CHICO SPEEDSEAL (SS2 & SS6)Part 1 of 2DISCLAIMERThe information in this MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET should be provided to all whowill use, handle, store, transport, or otherwise be exposed to this material. Thisinformation has been prepared for the guidance of plant engineering, operations andmanagement, and for persons working with or handling this material. Cooper Industries/Crouse-Hinds Division believes this information to be reliable and up-to-date as of thedate of publication, but makes no warranty that it is.TLV:TSCA:PEL:Threshold Limit ValueToxic Substances Control ActPermissible Exposure LimitRevision Date: 10/13/10 Page 6 of 5