Product Name: Water-Based Acrylic Resin
Product Code: WBAR-2024
Synonyms: Acrylic emulsion, Acrylic polymer dispersion
Recommended Use: Paints, coatings, adhesives, textiles, construction
Manufacturer: Major chemical manufacturers in North America, Europe, and Asia
Contact Details: Company address, customer service phone number, emergency phone number, email
Emergency Overview: Milky white liquid, characteristic acrylic odor, non-flammable, non-explosive
UN Number: Not regulated as dangerous goods under current transportation standards
Date Prepared: June 2024
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous per Globally Harmonized System
Hazard Statements: May cause irritation to eyes or skin after prolonged or repeated contact
Precautionary Statements: Avoid direct contact with eyes, skin, or clothing; keep container tightly closed
Label Elements: Minimal pictogram requirements; suggest standard warning for chemical product
Signal Word: None required
Hazards Not Otherwise Classified: Bacterial contamination may occur if stored improperly; environmental effects from product spills are generally minor but should be minimized
Target Organs: Eyes, skin
Pictogram: Exclamation mark (for minor irritation potential)
Main Ingredient: Acrylic polymer emulsion 40-60% by weight
Other Ingredients: Water 40-60%, surfactants & minor additives 0.1-5% (for stability, flow, and application)
Hazardous Impurities: Trace formaldehyde (common preservative, usually under 0.05%)
Chemical Identity: Copolymer blend, ingredients often proprietary to supplier
CAS Numbers: Not assigned for proprietary blends, only for constituent monomers
Ingredient Disclosure: No recognized carcinogens over threshold concentrations; minor preservatives typically disclosed at request
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with fresh water, flush for at least 15 minutes, remove contact lenses, seek medical attention if irritation continues
Skin Contact: Wash off with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing, dermatitis could result from repeated exposure
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air, treat symptoms, seek medical attention if breathing problems develop (very low risk due to minimal volatility)
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, don’t induce vomiting, seek medical help
Key Symptoms: Mild irritation, redness, dry skin, TEWL (trans-epidermal water loss) if exposure is chronic; eye irritation, temporary vision blur possible
Special Notes: Delayed symptoms rare but possible with existing allergies or dermatological conditions
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, CO2, foam
Unsuitable Media: None known, product mostly water
Specific Hazards: Container may rupture when heated, decomposition may produce small quantities of carbon oxides and traces of organic vapors
Firefighter Protective Equipment: Standard turnout gear, self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)
Fire Characteristics: Doesn’t sustain combustion, flashpoint effectively negligible
Explosion Data: No explosive properties
Advice: Cool exposed containers with water spray, avoid inhalation of any combustion by-products in confined or poorly ventilated areas
Personal Precautions: Wear gloves and goggles to avoid direct contact
Spill Response: Contain spill, prevent runoff into stormwater drains or open water
Clean-Up Methods: Soak up with sand, soil, or inert absorbent; shovel into waste containers for disposal
Disposal Considerations: Avoid washing substantial quantities into sewers, consult licensed waste disposal contractors
Decontamination: Wash spill area with plenty of water and soap to avoid slip hazards
Environmental Precautions: Minimize environmental exposure where possible, especially in cases of undiluted polymer release near aquatic zones
Handling: Use personal protective equipment for tasks involving prolonged or repeated skin contact, prevent splashing, keep containers sealed when not in use
Storage Conditions: Between 5°C and 30°C, avoid freezing or overheating
Container Materials: Store in HDPE drums, lined steel or original manufacturer packaging
Incompatibilities: Avoid oxidizing agents, strong acids or bases
Storage Duration: Most grades retain quality for up to 12 months if unopened and kept under recommended conditions
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after handling, especially before eating, drinking, or smoking
Occupational Exposure Limits: No specific OELs for finished resin blend; check for residual monomer or volatile organic compounds if formulas differ
Monitoring Methods: Air sampling rarely needed, unless used in poorly ventilated, hot environments
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation in manufacturing environments reduces even low-level vapor exposure
Personal Protective Equipment: Protective gloves, safety goggles, industrial workwear; vinyl or nitrile gloves recommended
Respiratory Protection: Mask or N95 respirator for spraying or fog-generating work, not usually necessary in brush application
Workplace Considerations: Prevent build-up of dried dust, especially in older plant setups where scrap polymer may accumulate
Appearance: Milky liquid, can range from white to pale blue or pink tinge
Odor: Mild, typical of acrylic monomer compositions
pH: Range from 7 to 9 (neutral to slightly alkaline)
Boiling Point/Range: 100°C (primarily water component)
Melting/Freezing Point: Not applicable, avoids freezing
Evaporation Rate: Similar to water, although some slow due to viscosity
Flash Point: Non-flammable, no flash point observed
Vapor Pressure: Comparable to water
Specific Gravity: 1.01–1.2 (depending on solids content)
Solubility in Water: Fully miscible in application blends, forms a film on drying
Partition Coefficient: Low potential for bioaccumulation
Viscosity: 500–5000 cP at 25°C, varies by grade
Stability: Stable under normal storage and use; may coagulate if pH or temperature drifts outside normal range
Chemical Stability: Polymer emulsion stable over expected temperature and pH ranges
Reactivity: Not considered reactive under ambient conditions
Hazardous Reactions: Can coagulate in contact with acidic or basic materials
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Minor amounts of carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, trace organic vapors upon combustion
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, acids, ammonia
Polymerization: Designed not to undergo further polymerization during normal use
Special Sensitivities: Avoid freezing which may destabilize the emulsion and reduce product performance
Acute Toxicity: Low toxicity, LD50 (oral, rat) typically over 5000 mg/kg
Chronic Effects: Not expected under normal use; excessive skin contact can produce mild, reversible irritation
Sensitization: Unlikely for most users, rare eczema-type reactions with repeated exposure
Carcinogenicity: Not classified by OSHA, NTP or IARC as carcinogenic
Reproductive/Developmental Toxicity: No known risks at concentrations used
Mutagenicity: No known genotoxic effects
Eye Effects: May produce short-lived irritation, redness, tearing
Other Long-Term Effects: Chronic exposure in manufacturing may aggravate pre-existing skin or respiratory conditions
Mobility: Resin solids don’t readily migrate in soil; water phase dilutes rapidly
Bioaccumulation: Aquatic organisms don’t easily accumulate primary polymer; low octanol-water coefficient
Toxicity to Aquatic Life: Inconsequential below 100 mg/L; higher levels can cause mechanical gill irritation to aquatic animals
Persistence/Degradability: Slow breakdown under natural conditions; sunlight and microflora accelerate process
Soil Impact: No evidence of chronic soil toxicity at predicted environmental concentrations
Environmental Precautions: Control accidental releases, especially close to running streams or lakes
Degradation Products: Natural biological processes eventually break down latex film to CO2 and water over time
Waste Management: Treat as non-hazardous chemical waste in most municipalities; use certified facilities where required
Disposal Methods: Solidify residual material or absorb on inert carrier, dispose with non-hazardous waste
Special Precautions: Never dump significant quantities into public sewers or watercourses
Container Disposal: Triple rinse, let dry, recycle or dispose according to municipal and national regulations
Waste Codes: Non-hazardous (US: generally not RCRA regulated unless contaminated with hazardous additives)
Regulatory Guidance: Local, regional, and national rules may require additional reporting for non-standard formulations or large discharges
UN Classification: Not regarded as dangerous goods under ADR/RID, IMDG, IATA
Proper Shipping Name: Water-Based Acrylic Resin Compound
Packing Group: Not assigned
Transport Labeling: Normal industrial product markings
Maritime Regulations: Not considered marine pollutant
Special Transport Precautions: Ensure container lids secure, do not stack beyond pallet rating, prevent extreme heat or cold during transit
OSHA: Not hazardous under OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200
TSCA: Ingredients appear in EPA Toxic Substances Control Act Inventory
REACH: Registered substances; no registration required for dispersions under most circumstances
WHMIS/Canada: Not controlled under current legislation
Label Requirements: Comply with workplace safety labeling for chemical mixtures
Other Regulations: European Union CLP (1272/2008/EC), DSL for Canada, AICS for Australia, ENCS for Japan, China IECSC, Korea KECI for main ingredients
Industry Standards: Responsible Care, ACC codes available from most major suppliers, frequent updates driven by changes in chemical safety legislation worldwide
