MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET EASTERN COLOR & CHEMICAL COMPANY 35 Livingston Street Providence, RI 02904 Telephone: (401)

331-9000; Fax: (401) 331-2155 Emergency Phone: CHEMTREC - 1-800-424-9300 I. PRODUCT NAME: TSS-PVA CHEMICAL NAME: Polyvinyl acetate resin emulsion. Textile finishing agent. PREPARATION DATE: 11/1/02 DOT-- Hazard Classification: Non-toxic Shipping Name: UN No.: Not regulated DEGREE OF HAZARD: 1. slight; 2. moderate; 3. extreme; 4. potential carcinogen, teratogen, mutagen HEALTH ( 1 ) FLAMMABILITY ( 0 ) REACTIVITY ( 0 ) IDENTIFICATION

II.

INGREDIENTS AND HAZARDS

Material or Component % CAS No. TLV (Units) HAZARD DATA Vinyl acetate monomer <0.5 108-05-4 10 ppm OSHA-PEL-8 hrs. TWA Acetaldehyde <0.095 75-07-0 100ppm OSHA-PEL-8 hrs. TWA ---------------------------------------------------------------------PEL= OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit TLV= ACGIH Threshold Limit STEL= Short-term Exposure Limit TWA= Time-weighted Average ALL MATERIALS USED IN THIS MANUFACTURE ARE TOSCA REPORTED AND CANADIAN D.S.L. REGESTERED. ---------------------------------------------------------------------The above-listed ingredients are subject to the reporting requirements of SARA 313, TITLE III, SARA 312. These chemicals are hazardous under 29 CFR 1910.1200 and are categorized as immediate and delayed health and physical hazards. ---------------------------------------------------------------------III. PHYSICAL DATA Boiling Point: 212F Specific Gravity (water=1): 1.092 Vapor Pressure: N/A % Volatiles by Vol.: 45% Vapor Density (air=1): N/A Evaporation rate (water=1): 1.0 Solubility in water: Milky dispersion.

Appearance and color: White, viscous emulsion - characteristic odor. CONT. OF TSS-PVA Page 1. IV. FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA

Flash Point (test method): NONE Flammable Limits in Air, % by Volume: Lower- N/A; Upper- N/A Extinguishing Media: CO 2 - Foam - Water Special Firefighting Procedures: Wear a self-contained breathing unit in confined areas. Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazard: NONE

V. Stability-Stable _X__

REACTIVITY DATA Unstable ____

Hazardous Polymerization--

May occur ____

Will not occur __X_

Conditions and Materials to Avoid-- Avoid Acids. Hazardous Decomposition Products-- Thermal decomposition will yield CO, CO2 and other noxious vapors.

VI.

SPECIAL PROTECTION

Respiratory-- Respiratory mask with an organic chemical canister NIOSH approved-when used in confined areas. Eye Protection-- Wear protective glasses or face shield. Protective Gloves-- Impervious gloves recommended. Ventilation-- Normal room ventilation needed to keep vapors below OSHA levels. Open drums in a ventilated area.

VII.

SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES

Steps to be taken in case material is spilled or released-Use dry absorbent. Ventilate area. Keep away from sewers and water systems by diking. Spill may be slippery. Waste Disposal Method-Collect dry refuse into a suitable container for disposal. Incinerate or bury in accordance with Federal or local regulations.

VIII.

STORING AND HANDLING

Indoor:

__X___ Normal storage.

Outdoor: Keep from freezing.

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Page 2. CONT. OF TSS-PVA IX. Routes of Entry: HEALTH HAZARD DATA Skin _N/A_ Ingestion _N/A_

Inhalation _X__

HAZARD - ACUTE-Eye Contact: Will cause irritation. Skin Contact: May cause mild irritation. Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed. Avoid ingestion. Inhalation: Excessive inhalation of vapors may cause nasal and respiratory irritations. Headaches may result.

HAZARD - CHRONIC-Toxicity: Generally low toxicity. Use good hygiene practices. Exposure Limits: ACGIH-TLV-STEL: 150 ppm Carcinogenic Potential: N/E This product may contain residual vinyl acetate vapors which have been shown to cause tumors in respiratory tracts of laboratory animals exposed to 600 ppm over a lifetime; 200 ppm caused irritation. There is no evidence of adverse effects to humans exposed to levels at or below ACGIH TLV of 100 ppm. Unvented head-space of drums may contain small amounts of residual monomer; avoid vapors in opening new drums. In the cross-linking of this product, trace amount of formaldehyde will be generated on curing. This can be controlled by good hygiene and work-place air monitoring and ventilation.

X. Eyes: Skin:

FIRST-AID RESPONSES

Flush with water; see physician. Remove contaminated clothing. Wash skin with soap and water; repeat. See physician if irritation persists. ____ Promote vomiting; head low; prevent liquid from draining into lungs; get medical attention. _X__ Do not induce vomiting; see physician.

Ingestion:

Inhalation:

Remove victim to fresh air; give oxygen if breathing

is difficult; keep warm.

Get medical attention.

While the information and recommendations set forth herein are believed to be accurate as of the date hereof, EASTERN COLOR & CHEMICAL COMPANY makes no warranty with respect thereto and disclaims all liability from reliance thereon. BE SAFE--read for product safety information and pass it on. Page 3. TSS-PVA CLASSIFICATION: Appearance --------------pH (5%) -----------------Solids Content ----------Density -----------------Particle Size ------------

White, slightly viscous emulsion. 5.0 +- 0.5 55.0 +- 0.5% 9.1 lbs/gallon 2 - 8 microns

GENERAL COMMENTS: TSS-PVA is a nonionic polyvinyl acetate homopolymer providing excellent stiffening and firmness of hand to textile fabrics and also improves the tensile strengths of treated fabrics. The deposited film is thermoplastic, yet will resume its original firmness and feel on cooling. This product is compatible with most finishing formulations. This product shows excellent mechanical stability to high-speed shearing and deposits a clear, tough film resistant to light discoloration. TSS-PVA provides good adhesive qualities with excellent initial tack and may be used as a base for preparing adhesives. Plant runs indicate less pad roll or drum roll pick-up or build-up. APPLICATION: For textile stiffening, the amount applied will vary with the stiffening required. A range of 2% to 8% will usually provide the desired hand and firmness. When applied in conjunction with water repellent finishes, we suggest that no more than 4.% be applied as excesses will tend to depress spray ratings. For adhesive work, the addition of a plasticizer is usually required.