Corian fish safe?
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wattsupdoc
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I have no idea, but heres duponts MSDS on Corian.
The MSDS format adheres to the standards and regulatory requirements
of the United States and may not meet regulatory requirements
in other countries.
DuPont Page 1
Material Safety Data Sheet
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"CORIAN" SOLID SURFACE MATERIAL
COR001 Revised 23-JUN-2000
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CHEMICAL PRODUCT/COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
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Material Identification
Corian is a registered trademark of DuPont.
Company Identification
MANUFACTURER/DISTRIBUTOR
DuPont
1007 Market Street
Wilmington, DE 19898
PHONE NUMBERS
Product Information : 1-(800)441-7515
Transport Emergency : 1-(800)424-9300 (CHEMTREC)
Medical Emergency : 1-(800)441-3637
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COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
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Components
Material CAS Number %
"Corian" Solid Surface Material 100
Exposure limits may be applicable for the
following:
Methyl Methacrylate <1
Butyl Acrylate <1
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.
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HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
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Potential Health Effects
"Corian" Solid Surface Material is not hazardous as shipped.
However, operations such as sawing, routing, drilling and
sanding can generate dust. High concentrations of dust can
irritate eyes, nose and respiratory passages and cause
coughing and sneezing. Since there are no exposure limits
established for dust from "Corian" Solid Surface Material,
DuPont recommends using the exposure limits for polymethyl
methacrylate. (See details in the Exposure Controls/
Personal Protection Section of this MSDS.)
COR001 DuPont Page 2
Material Safety Data Sheet
(HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION - Continued)
"Corian" Solid Surface Material does not offgas at room
temperature. At higher temperatures, small amounts of
methyl methacrylate and butyl acrylate can be released, the
amounts of which are dependent upon temperature, time and
other variables.
Methyl methacrylate and butyl acrylate vapors can irritate
eyes, skin, nose and throat and can cause allergic skin
rashes. Overexposure to vapors of methyl methacrylate can
cause headache, nausea, weakness and lung irritation with
cough, discomfort and shortness of breath.
Individuals with preexisting diseases of the lungs or skin
may have increased susceptibility to the effects of
overexposure to methyl methacrylate or butyl acrylate.
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.
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FIRST AID MEASURES
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First Aid
INHALATION
No specific intervention is indicated as the compound is not
likely to be hazardous by inhalation.
However, if large amounts of dust are inhaled, or if exposed to
fumes from overheating or combustion, remove to fresh air.
Consult a physician if breathing is difficult or if symptoms
persist.
SKIN CONTACT
The compound is not likely to be hazardous by skin contact but
cleansing the skin after use is advisable.
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.
COR001 DuPont Page 3
Material Safety Data Sheet
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FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
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Flammable Properties
"Corian" Solid Surface Material can be combusted only with
difficulty.
Hazardous gases/vapors produced in a fire are carbon
monoxide, methyl methacrylate, butyl acrylate and aldehydes.
Extinguishing Media
Water, Dry Chemical, CO2, Foam.
Fire Fighting Instructions
Keep personnel removed and upwind of fire. Wear self-contained
breathing apparatus.
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The MSDS format adheres to the standards and regulatory requirements
of the United States and may not meet regulatory requirements
in other countries.
DuPont Page 1
Material Safety Data Sheet
[hr]
"CORIAN" SOLID SURFACE MATERIAL
COR001 Revised 23-JUN-2000
[hr]
[hr]
CHEMICAL PRODUCT/COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
[hr]
Material Identification
Corian is a registered trademark of DuPont.
Company Identification
MANUFACTURER/DISTRIBUTOR
DuPont
1007 Market Street
Wilmington, DE 19898
PHONE NUMBERS
Product Information : 1-(800)441-7515
Transport Emergency : 1-(800)424-9300 (CHEMTREC)
Medical Emergency : 1-(800)441-3637
[hr]
COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
[hr]
Components
Material CAS Number %
"Corian" Solid Surface Material 100
Exposure limits may be applicable for the
following:
Methyl Methacrylate <1
Butyl Acrylate <1
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.
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HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
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Potential Health Effects
"Corian" Solid Surface Material is not hazardous as shipped.
However, operations such as sawing, routing, drilling and
sanding can generate dust. High concentrations of dust can
irritate eyes, nose and respiratory passages and cause
coughing and sneezing. Since there are no exposure limits
established for dust from "Corian" Solid Surface Material,
DuPont recommends using the exposure limits for polymethyl
methacrylate. (See details in the Exposure Controls/
Personal Protection Section of this MSDS.)
COR001 DuPont Page 2
Material Safety Data Sheet
(HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION - Continued)
"Corian" Solid Surface Material does not offgas at room
temperature. At higher temperatures, small amounts of
methyl methacrylate and butyl acrylate can be released, the
amounts of which are dependent upon temperature, time and
other variables.
Methyl methacrylate and butyl acrylate vapors can irritate
eyes, skin, nose and throat and can cause allergic skin
rashes. Overexposure to vapors of methyl methacrylate can
cause headache, nausea, weakness and lung irritation with
cough, discomfort and shortness of breath.
Individuals with preexisting diseases of the lungs or skin
may have increased susceptibility to the effects of
overexposure to methyl methacrylate or butyl acrylate.
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.
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FIRST AID MEASURES
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First Aid
INHALATION
No specific intervention is indicated as the compound is not
likely to be hazardous by inhalation.
However, if large amounts of dust are inhaled, or if exposed to
fumes from overheating or combustion, remove to fresh air.
Consult a physician if breathing is difficult or if symptoms
persist.
SKIN CONTACT
The compound is not likely to be hazardous by skin contact but
cleansing the skin after use is advisable.
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.
COR001 DuPont Page 3
Material Safety Data Sheet
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FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
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Flammable Properties
"Corian" Solid Surface Material can be combusted only with
difficulty.
Hazardous gases/vapors produced in a fire are carbon
monoxide, methyl methacrylate, butyl acrylate and aldehydes.
Extinguishing Media
Water, Dry Chemical, CO2, Foam.
Fire Fighting Instructions
Keep personnel removed and upwind of fire. Wear self-contained
breathing apparatus.
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ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
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Safeguards (Personnel)
NOTE: Review FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES and HANDLING (PERSONNEL)
sections before proceeding with clean-up. Use appropriate
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT during clean-up.
Spill Clean Up
Recover undamaged and minimally contaminated material for reuse
and reclamation.
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HANDLING AND STORAGE
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Handling (Personnel)
Avoid breathing dust.
Avoid breathing fumes generated during heating.
Temperatures reached while thermoforming "Corian" Solid
Surface Material are high enough to release some methyl
methacrylate or butyl acrylate. Machining operations during
fabrication, such as sawing, sanding or routing, create
friction and may result in temperatures high enough to
release small amounts of methyl methacrylate or butyl
acrylate at the cutting tool surface.
COR001 DuPont Page 4
Material Safety Data Sheet
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EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
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Engineering Controls
Use ventilation that is adequate to keep employee exposure
to airborne concentrations below recommended limits.
Provide for appropriate exhaust ventilation and dust
collection at machinery.
Personal Protective Equipment
EYE/FACE PROTECTION
Wear safety glasses during operations such as sawing,
sanding, drilling or routing.
RESPIRATORS
During grinding, sanding, or sawing operations, if airborne
particulate concentrations are expected to exceed
permissible exposure limits, use a half face NIOSH approved
air purifying respirator with type N100 filter. Respirators
should be selected based on the form and concentration of
the contaminant in air and in accordance with OSHA
Respiratory Protection Standard CFR 1910.134.
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
Wear leather or cotton gloves when handling large pieces and
during operations such as sawing, routing or drilling.
# Exposure Guidelines
Exposure Limits
"CORIAN" SOLID SURFACE MATERIAL
AEL * (DuPont) : Polymethyl Methacrylate
10 mg/m3, 8 Hr. TWA, total dust
5 mg/m3, 8 Hr. TWA, respirable dust
PEL (OSHA):
Particulates (Not Otherwise Regulated)
15 mg/m3, 8 Hr. TWA, total dust
5 mg/m3, 8 Hr. TWA, respirable dust
TLV (ACGIH):
Particulates (Insoluble) Not Otherwise
Classified
10 mg/m3, Inhalable particulate
8 Hr. TWA;
3 mg/m3, Respirable particulate
8 Hr. TWA
COR001 DuPont Page 5
Material Safety Data Sheet
Other Applicable Exposure Limits
Methyl Methacrylate
PEL (OSHA) : 100 ppm, 410 mg/m3, 8 Hr. TWA
TLV (ACGIH) : 50 ppm, 8 Hr. TWA, STEL 100 ppm, A4
Sensitizer
AEL * (DuPont) : None Established
Butyl Acrylate
PEL (OSHA) : None Established
TLV (ACGIH) : 2 ppm, 8 Hr. TWA, A4
Sensitizer
AEL * (DuPont) : 2 ppm, 8 & 12 Hr. TWA, Skin
* 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.
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PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
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Physical Data
% Volatiles : 0 % at room temperature
Solubility in Water : Insoluble
Form : Sheets and shaped articles
Specific Gravity : 1.74-1.78
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Safeguards (Personnel)
NOTE: Review FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES and HANDLING (PERSONNEL)
sections before proceeding with clean-up. Use appropriate
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT during clean-up.
Spill Clean Up
Recover undamaged and minimally contaminated material for reuse
and reclamation.
[hr]
HANDLING AND STORAGE
[hr]
Handling (Personnel)
Avoid breathing dust.
Avoid breathing fumes generated during heating.
Temperatures reached while thermoforming "Corian" Solid
Surface Material are high enough to release some methyl
methacrylate or butyl acrylate. Machining operations during
fabrication, such as sawing, sanding or routing, create
friction and may result in temperatures high enough to
release small amounts of methyl methacrylate or butyl
acrylate at the cutting tool surface.
COR001 DuPont Page 4
Material Safety Data Sheet
[hr]
EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
[hr]
Engineering Controls
Use ventilation that is adequate to keep employee exposure
to airborne concentrations below recommended limits.
Provide for appropriate exhaust ventilation and dust
collection at machinery.
Personal Protective Equipment
EYE/FACE PROTECTION
Wear safety glasses during operations such as sawing,
sanding, drilling or routing.
RESPIRATORS
During grinding, sanding, or sawing operations, if airborne
particulate concentrations are expected to exceed
permissible exposure limits, use a half face NIOSH approved
air purifying respirator with type N100 filter. Respirators
should be selected based on the form and concentration of
the contaminant in air and in accordance with OSHA
Respiratory Protection Standard CFR 1910.134.
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
Wear leather or cotton gloves when handling large pieces and
during operations such as sawing, routing or drilling.
# Exposure Guidelines
Exposure Limits
"CORIAN" SOLID SURFACE MATERIAL
AEL * (DuPont) : Polymethyl Methacrylate
10 mg/m3, 8 Hr. TWA, total dust
5 mg/m3, 8 Hr. TWA, respirable dust
PEL (OSHA):
Particulates (Not Otherwise Regulated)
15 mg/m3, 8 Hr. TWA, total dust
5 mg/m3, 8 Hr. TWA, respirable dust
TLV (ACGIH):
Particulates (Insoluble) Not Otherwise
Classified
10 mg/m3, Inhalable particulate
8 Hr. TWA;
3 mg/m3, Respirable particulate
8 Hr. TWA
COR001 DuPont Page 5
Material Safety Data Sheet
Other Applicable Exposure Limits
Methyl Methacrylate
PEL (OSHA) : 100 ppm, 410 mg/m3, 8 Hr. TWA
TLV (ACGIH) : 50 ppm, 8 Hr. TWA, STEL 100 ppm, A4
Sensitizer
AEL * (DuPont) : None Established
Butyl Acrylate
PEL (OSHA) : None Established
TLV (ACGIH) : 2 ppm, 8 Hr. TWA, A4
Sensitizer
AEL * (DuPont) : 2 ppm, 8 & 12 Hr. TWA, Skin
* 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.
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PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
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Physical Data
% Volatiles : 0 % at room temperature
Solubility in Water : Insoluble
Form : Sheets and shaped articles
Specific Gravity : 1.74-1.78
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STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
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Chemical Stability
Stable at normal temperatures and storage conditions.
Incompatibility with Other Materials
None reasonably foreseeable.
Decomposition
Thermal decomposition can release methyl methacrylate and
butyl acrylate.
Polymerization
Polymerization will not occur.
COR001 DuPont Page 6
Material Safety Data Sheet
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ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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Ecotoxicological Information
Aquatic Toxicity
No information available.
Toxicity is expected to be low based on insolubility in
water.
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DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
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Waste Disposal
Preferred options for disposal are (1) recycling,
(2) incineration with energy recovery, and (3) landfill.
Treatment, storage, transportation, and disposal must be in
accordance with applicable Federal, State/Provincial, and
Local regulations.
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TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
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Shipping Information
DOT
Not Regulated.
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REGULATORY INFORMATION
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U.S. Federal Regulations
TSCA Inventory Status : In compliance with TSCA Inventory
requirements for commercial purposes.
State Regulations (U.S.)
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 (O.1% FOR SUBSTANCES
IDENTIFIED AS CARCINOGENS, MUTAGENS OR TERATOGENS)- None known.
COR001 DuPont Page 7
Material Safety Data Sheet
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OTHER INFORMATION
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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.
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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.
Responsibility for MSDS : "Corian" Products
Address : DuPont Yerkes Site
Buffalo, NY
Telephone : 716-876-4420
# Indicates updated section.
This information is based upon technical information believed to be
reliable. It is subject to revision as additional knowledge and
experience is gained.
End of MSDS
Again, I have no idea, but maybe someone will. I highlighted an area of interest.
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Chemical Stability
Stable at normal temperatures and storage conditions.
Incompatibility with Other Materials
None reasonably foreseeable.
Decomposition
Thermal decomposition can release methyl methacrylate and
butyl acrylate.
Polymerization
Polymerization will not occur.
COR001 DuPont Page 6
Material Safety Data Sheet
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ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
[hr]
Ecotoxicological Information
Aquatic Toxicity
No information available.
Toxicity is expected to be low based on insolubility in
water.
[hr]
DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
[hr]
Waste Disposal
Preferred options for disposal are (1) recycling,
(2) incineration with energy recovery, and (3) landfill.
Treatment, storage, transportation, and disposal must be in
accordance with applicable Federal, State/Provincial, and
Local regulations.
[hr]
TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
[hr]
Shipping Information
DOT
Not Regulated.
[hr]
REGULATORY INFORMATION
[hr]
U.S. Federal Regulations
TSCA Inventory Status : In compliance with TSCA Inventory
requirements for commercial purposes.
State Regulations (U.S.)
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 (O.1% FOR SUBSTANCES
IDENTIFIED AS CARCINOGENS, MUTAGENS OR TERATOGENS)- None known.
COR001 DuPont Page 7
Material Safety Data Sheet
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OTHER INFORMATION
[hr]
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.
[hr]
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.
Responsibility for MSDS : "Corian" Products
Address : DuPont Yerkes Site
Buffalo, NY
Telephone : 716-876-4420
# Indicates updated section.
This information is based upon technical information believed to be
reliable. It is subject to revision as additional knowledge and
experience is gained.
End of MSDS
Again, I have no idea, but maybe someone will. I highlighted an area of interest.
wattsupdoc
Active Member
BTW, welcome to the boards!
edcook
New Member
Originally Posted by wattsupdoc
http:///forum/post/2506990
BTW, welcome to the boards!
Cool, thanks.
Sounds like it shouldn't be a problem, but they don't know for sure.
The whole reason is that I've got a piece of really deep blue corian that I think would look awesome as an overflow. If I can't find a definite answer, I think I'll just use a piece of acrylic to be safe.
http:///forum/post/2506990
BTW, welcome to the boards!
Cool, thanks.
Sounds like it shouldn't be a problem, but they don't know for sure.
The whole reason is that I've got a piece of really deep blue corian that I think would look awesome as an overflow. If I can't find a definite answer, I think I'll just use a piece of acrylic to be safe.