Material Safety Data Sheet

F

1. Chemical Product and
Company Identification

DESCRIPTION:     ELMER'S ALL-PURPOSE GLUE STICK

PRODUCT TYPE:    SYNTHETIC POLYMER MIXTURE

APPLICATION:     FOR PRODUCT CODES SEE SECTION 16

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Manufacturer/Supplier Information

MSDS Prepared by:

Elmer's Products, Inc.                           Emergency Phone Number

1 Easton Oval                                    Poison Control Center

Columbus, OH  43219                              1-888-516-2502

For additional health, safety or regulatory information, call 1-888-435-6377.

Call 1-800-848-9400 to place an order or request additional MSDSs.

2. Composition, Information
on Ingredients

No hazardous ingredients known to company.

3. Hazards Identification

3.1 Emergency Overview

Appearance                          White solid

Odor                                Slight bland

CAUTION!

Not a significant fire hazard.

May cause irritation of nose, throat and lungs if allowed to become

airborne.

May cause eye irritation

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HMIS Rating

HEALTH = 1 (slight)

FLAMMABILITY = 0 (minimal)

REACTIVITY = 0 (minimal)

3.2 Potential Health Effects

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Immediate Hazards

INGESTION:   Not expected to be harmful under normal conditions of

use.

INHALATION:  Not expected to be harmful under normal conditions of

use.  However, if allowed to become airborne, may cause

irritation of nose, throat and lungs.

SKIN:        May cause irritation on prolonged or repeated contact.

EYES:        May cause irritation on prolonged or repeated contact.

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Delayed Hazards

None of the components present in this product at concentrations equal

to or greater than 0.1% have been listed by NTP, classified by IARC,

nor regulated by OSHA as a carcinogen.

4. First Aid Measures

INGESTION:   If accidentally swallowed, dilute by drinking large

quantities of water.  Immediately contact poison control

center or hospital emergency room for any other

additional treatment directions.

INHALATION:  Remove to fresh air.

SKIN:         In case of irritation, flush with water.

EYES:        Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water.  Call

a physician if irritation persists.

5. Fire Fighting Measures

Autoignition Temperature            Not available

Upper/Lower Flammable Limits        Not applicable

Up/Lower Explosive Limits, % by Vol Not applicable

Flash Point                         Not applicable

Will not burn unless water has evaporated.  Dried material may

burn.

In case of fire, water should be used to keep fire-exposed

containers cool.

6. Accidental Release
Measures

Sweep (scoop) up and remove to a chemical disposal area.  Prevent

entry into natural bodies of water.

7. Handling and Storage

7.1 Handling

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety

practices.  Always use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment

(PPE).

INHALATION:  Avoid prolonged or repeated breathing of dust or

vapor.

SKIN:  Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with skin and clothing.

EYES:  Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with eyes.

7.2 Storage

Keep from freezing.

Store in a cool, dry place.

Keep containers tightly closed.

8. Exposure
Controls/Personal Protection

8.1 Exposure Controls

If airborne contaminants are generated when the material is heated or

handled, sufficient ventilation in volume and air flow patterns should

be provided to keep air contaminant concentration levels below

acceptable criteria.

8.2 Personal Protection

Where air contaminants can exceed acceptable criteria, use NIOSH/MSHA

approved respiratory protection equipment.  Respirators should be

selected based on the form and concentration of contaminants in air

in accordance with OSHA laws and regulations or other applicable

standards or guidelines, including ANSI standards regarding

respiratory protection.  Use goggles if contact is likely.  Wear

impervious gloves as required to prevent skin contact.

8.3 Exposure Guidelines

None established

9. Physical and Chemical
Properties

Percent Volatiles                   59

pH @ 25 C                           10

Specific Gravity                    1.0

Appearance                          White solid

Autoignition Temperature            Not available

Boiling Point                       100 deg C

Vapor Density (Air=1)               < 1

Vapor Pressure, mm Hg @ 20 C        17.5

Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate=1)  < 1

Upper/Lower Flammable Limits        Not applicable

Up/Lower Explosive Limits, % by Vol Not applicable

Flash Point                         Not applicable

Freezing Point                      0 deg C

Odor                                Slight bland

Odor Threshold, ppm                 Not available

Solubility in Water                 Dispersible

10. Stability and Reactivity

Normally stable as defined in NFPA 704-12(4-3.1).

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Incompatibilities:

Oxidizers, acids or bases.

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Decomposition
products may include:

Oxides of carbon and nitrogen.

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Hazardous
polymerization:

Will not occur.

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Other Hazards:

None known to company.

11. Toxicological
Information

See Section 3 Hazards Identification information.

12. Ecological Information

Not determined.

13. Disposal Considerations

Dispose of according to local, state/provincial, and federal

requirements.

14. Transport Information

14.1 U.S. Department of
Transportation (DOT)

The data provided in this section is for information only and may not

be specific to your package size.  You will need to apply the

appropriate regulations to properly classify your shipment for

transportation.

Non-Regulated.

14.2 Canadian Transportation
of Dangerous Goods (TDG)

Non-Regulated.

15. Regulatory Information
(Selected Regulations)

15.1 U.S. Federal
Regulations

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OSHA Hazard
Communication Standard 29CFR1910.1200

This material is not a "health hazard" or a "physical hazard" as

determined when reviewed according to the requirements of the

Occupational Safety and Health Administration 29 CFR Part 1910.1200

"Hazard Communication" Standard.

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SARA Title III:
Section 311/312

Does not meet any hazard category

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SARA Title III
Section 313 and 40 CFR Part 372

This product contains the following toxic chemical(s) subject to the

reporting requirements of Section 313 of Title III of the Superfund

Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986, and Subpart C-Supplier

Notification Requirement of 40 CFR Part 372.

None required per SARA TITLE III SECTION 313.

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TSCA Section 8(b)
Inventory

All reportable chemical substances are listed on the TSCA Inventory.

We rely on certifications of compliance from our suppliers for

chemical substances not manufactured by us.

15.2 Canadian Regulations

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Workplace
Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)

This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard

criteria of the Controlled Products Regulation (CPR) and the MSDS

contains all the information required by the CPR.

Not a controlled product

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Canadian
Environmental Protection Act (CEPA)

All reportable chemical substances are listed on the Domestic

Substances List (DSL) or otherwise comply with CEPA new substance

notification requirements.

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National Pollutant
Release Inventory (NPRI)

This product contains the following chemical(s) subject to the

reporting requirements of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act

(CEPA) subsection 16(1), National Pollutant Release Inventory.

None required.

16. Other Information

AP (Non-Toxic):  Products bearing the AP Certified

Product Seal of The Art & Creative Materials

Institute, Inc.  (ACMI) are certified in a program of

toxicological evaluation by a medical expert to contain

no materials in sufficient quantities to be toxic or

injurious to humans or to cause acute or chronic health

problems.  This program is reviewed by ACMI's

Toxicological Advisory Board.  These products are

certified by ACMI to be labeled in accordance with the

chronic hazard labeling standard, ASTM D-4236 and

Federal law, P.L. 100-695.  In addition, there is no

physical hazard as defined within 29 CFR Part

1910.1200(c).  Additionally, products bearing the AP

Seal meet the specific requirements of material,

workmanship, working qualities and color described in

the appropriate product standard issued by ACMI or

other recognized standards organization.

MSDS covers items:

U.S.:     E510, E511, E512, E515, E516, E517, E521, E542, E553,

E556, E1522, E1530, E3202

Canada:  60201, 60202, 60591, 60592, 60593, 60594, 60596,

60598, E1530CA

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User's
Responsibility

The OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29CFR 1910.1200 and the Workplace

Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) require that the information

contained on these sheets be made available to your workers.  Educate and

train your workers regarding OSHA and WHMIS precautions.  Instruct your

workers to handle this product properly.  Consult with appropriate experts

to guard against hazards associated with use of this product and its

ingredients.

·
Disclaimer

SELLER MAKES NO WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, CONCERNING THE PRODUCT OR THE

MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS THEREOF FOR ANY PURPOSE, except that the product

shall conform to contracted specifications, and that the product does not

infringe any valid United States or Canadian patent.  No claim of any kind

shall be greater in amount than the purchase price of the quantity of

product in respect of which damages are claimed.  In no event shall Seller

be liable for incidental or consequential damages, whether Buyer's claim is

based on contract, breach of warranty, negligence or otherwise.

CURRENT ISSUE: 30-APR-10

PREVIOUS ISSUE: 29-MAY-07