Product Name: LC-40 Resin
Chemical Family: Vinyl Chloride-Vinyl Acetate Copolymer
Synonyms: VC-VA Copolymer, Polyvinyl Chloride Acetate
Recommended Use: Plastics manufacturing, adhesives, coatings, inks
Manufacturer: Typically supplied by chemical producers specializing in PVC-related resins
Emergency Phone: Refer to package and supplier contact information for local numbers
Product Code: Code assigned based on batch and region
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous under GHS criteria for solid form; hazardous molecules form during decomposition
Label Elements: No pictogram for solid resin, caution for dust hazards
Hazard Statements: Generates hydrogen chloride and vinyl chloride monomer during thermal decomposition, dust may irritate eyes, skin, and lungs
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust, keep away from open flames, use only with proper ventilation
Physical Hazards: Fine dust may create an explosive atmosphere in confined areas
Vinyl Chloride-Vinyl Acetate Copolymer: 98–99%
CAS Number: 9003-22-9
Residual Vinyl Chloride Monomer: <1 ppm
Additives: Stabilizers, processing aids, plasticizers depending on grade; see technical sheet for breakdown
Impurities: Minimal, from the polymerization process
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, seek attention if symptoms like coughing persist
Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with mild soap and water, seek attention for irritation
Eye Contact: Rinse gently with water for at least 15 minutes, consult a physician if redness or discomfort continues
Ingestion: Not likely under ordinary use, rinse mouth, seek medical advice if large quantity swallowed or symptoms develop
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water fog, foam, dry chemical, or CO2
Hazardous Combustion Products: Releases hydrogen chloride gas, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and trace vinyl chloride upon burning
Special Equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus plus full protective gear
Fire/Explosion Hazards: Dust buildup may result in flash fire, especially in enclosed areas; thermal decomposition intensifies hazard
Protective Actions: Move containers from fire area if safe to do so, cool surroundings with water spray
Personal Precautions: Avoid eye and respiratory exposure; use dust mask, goggles, and gloves
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into drains and waterways, collect spillage for disposal
Methods for Cleaning up: Sweep up spilled material with care to minimize dust, dispose in accordance with regulations, ventilate area
Additional Advice: Remove ignition sources, clean tools and surfaces to avoid dust accumulation
Handling: Use local exhaust to limit dust exposure, ground and bond equipment to prevent static discharge
Storage: Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, oxidizers, and alkalis
Safe Practices: Keep container tightly closed, limit stacking height to avoid bag or drum collapse
Special Precautions: Observe all safety procedures used in plastic and chemical processing spaces
Occupational Exposure Limits: Vinyl chloride monomer (OSHA PEL: 1 ppm TWA, ACGIH TLV: 1 ppm)
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation, dust control systems, explosion-proof electrical fittings
Personal Protective Equipment: Safety goggles, impervious gloves (nitrile or PVC recommended), NIOSH-approved dust respirators
Environmental Controls: Enclosure of processes, dust collection, air monitoring
Hygiene Practices: Avoid eating and drinking in processing areas, wash hands after use
Appearance: White to off-white fine powder
Odor: Faint, characteristic - negligible at room temperature
Melting Point: Begins to soften around 80–120°C, flows above 150°C
Boiling Point: Not applicable (thermoplastic solid)
Solubility: Insoluble in water, soluble in certain organic solvents:
Bulk Density: 450–600 kg/m3
Vapor Pressure: Not volatile
Other: Stable in neutral and weakly alkaline media under normal storage, prone to degradation under strong UV, heat, vigorous chemical conditions
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions
Decomposition: Thermal decomposition releases toxic vapors including hydrogen chloride and carbon monoxide
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, oxidizers, amines, organic peroxides
Hazardous Polymerization: Not expected under normal storage and handling
Other Reactivity Info: Slowly degrades with UV, elevated temperatures, and strong chemicals
Acute Toxicity: Low, based on copolymer; hazards mainly from dust or monomer trace
Chronic Effects: Prolonged or repeated inhalation of dust can aggravate respiratory conditions
Vinyl Chloride Monomer: Known human carcinogen, but present only at trace residual levels
Other Health Hazards: Dust exposure may cause skin, eye, and lung irritation
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin contact, occasional eye exposure
Persistence and Degradability: Resistant to rapid degradation, persists in environment
Bioaccumulation: Unlikely due to high molecular weight, small particles may be ingested by wildlife
Aquatic Toxicity: Practically insoluble, not expected to cause toxicity at relevant environmental concentrations
Other Effects: Mechanical hazard from resin particles, attention needed to avoid littering or drainage into waterways
Regulatory Notes: Waste management practices are critical to prevent land and water pollution
Waste Generation: Avoid creating unnecessary waste, recycle scrap where possible
Disposal Methods: Send to licensed waste facility, incinerate only in compliance with local regulations due to gas formation
Packaging Disposal: Clean bags or containers before disposal or recycling, follow local rules for plastics
Other Comments: Never dispose into surface water or regular landfills not authorized for industrial plastics
Regional Advice: Hazardous waste codes may apply, especially for contaminated waste or material with higher monomer levels
Shipping Classification: Not regulated as dangerous goods for air, sea, or road; check for national requirements
UN Number: Not applicable unless mixed with hazardous substances
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified
Packing Group: Not assigned
Special Precautions: Ship in sealed, appropriately labeled containers, avoid exposure to moisture, high heat, or open flames en route
U.S. TSCA: Listed
EU REACH: Meets requirements for registration; compliance required for manufacturers/importers above annual tonnage limits
Canada DSL/NDSL: Listed on the Domestic Substances List (DSL)
OSHA Hazard Communication: Subject to worker right-to-know laws based on handled form (dust hazard)
SARA Title III: No listed chemicals above threshold except for vinyl chloride monomer in rare contaminated cases
Other Global: Complies with most country chemical control laws; review local labelling requirements and worker protection standards
Labeling: Product and packages must reflect safety and regulatory data, including emergency handling
