Franklin International
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

MSDS Name: Titebond III Ultimate Wood Glue
MSDS Number: 1416
Revision Date: 6/14/04
 
SECTION 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION                         
Product Name:                Titebond III Ultimate Wood Glue                    
CAS Number:                  none                                               
HMIS Hazard Rating:          Health: 1  Fire: 1  Reactivity: 0                  
 
Company Identification:      Franklin International
                             2020 Bruck Street
                             Columbus OH 43207
 
 
Contact:                     Franklin Technical Services                        
Telephone/Fax:               (800) 877-4583 (614) 445-1493                      
Emergency Phone (24 Hour):   Franklin Security                                  
                             (614) 445-1300                                     
Chemtrec (24 Hour):          (800) 424-9300                                     
Chemtrec International:      (703) 527-3887                                     
 
Product Class                crosslink polyvinyl acetate                        
Product Use:                 waterproof wood glue                               
Product Code:                56192                                              
 
Division:                    Construction Adhesives & Sealants                  
 
SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS                          
Hazardous Ingredients                     CAS Number       Percent              
 
GLYCOL ETHER DB                           112-34-5           2.00               
 
OSHA PELs & ACGIH TLVs are listed in Section 8 where applicable.                
 
SECTION 3 - HAZARD IDENTIFICATION                                               
 
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW:                                                             
Tan colored water-based adhesive. Slippery in the wet state.                    
ROUTES OF ENTRY:                                                                
INHALATION:  Yes                                                                
SKIN:  No                                                                       
EYE:  Yes                                                                       
INGESTION: Yes                                                                  
INHALATION:                                                                     
Vapors and/or aerosols which may be formed at elevated temperature may          
be irritating to eyes and respiratory tract.                                    
No reported incidents of adverse health affects resulting from                  
inhalation of vapors at room temperature.                                       
SKIN:                                                                           
Prolonged or repeated skin contact can cause irritation.                        
EYE:                                                                            
Substance may cause moderate eye irritation.                                    
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE:                                      
Preexisting skin and respiratory conditions.                                    
CARCINOGENICITY:                                                                
IARC:  No                                                                       
NTP:  No                                                                        
OSHA:   No                                                                      
REPRODUCTIVE TOXICITY:                                                          
This product has not been evaluated for reproductive toxicity.                  
TARGET ORGANS:                                                                  
Eyes and skin.                                                                  
 
SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES                                                  
 
INHALATION:                                                                     
Remove patient to fresh air,if discomfort persists seek medical                 
attention.                                                                      
INGESTION:                                                                      
Call poison control center immediately.  Follow their specific                  
instructions.                                                                   
SKIN:                                                                           
Wash with soap and water.  Contact a physician if irritation develops           
or persists.                                                                    
EYE:                                                                            
Hold eyelids apart and flush with plenty of water for at least 15               
minutes. Seek medical attention.                                                
 
SECTION 5 - FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES                                              
Flammability Class (OSHA)    IIIB                                               
Flash Point:                 > 200 F                                            
Explosive Range:             Not Applicable                                     
 
 
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:                                                            
Use alcohol foam, carbon dioxide, water spray, or ABC dry chemical              
when fighting fires involving this product.                                     
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS:                                                  
Oxides of carbon.                                                               
FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES:                                                       
Wear a NIOSH approved self-contained breathing apparatus.                       
 
SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES                                         
 
CONTAINMENT TECHNIQUES:                                                         
Use inert absorbent to dike the spill. Keep away from drains.                   
CLEAN-UP:                                                                       
If possible pump liquid into an approved container or spread absorbent          
over spill and shovel product/absorbent mixture into an approved                
container.  If product has dried scrape up and place in an approved             
container.                                                                      
 
SECTION 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE                                                
 
HANDLING:                                                                       
Empty drums should be completely drained, properly bunged and promptly          
returned to a reconditoner, or properly disposed of.                            
Use only in well ventilated area.                                               
STORAGE:                                                                        
Keep from freezing. Store at temperatures between 40F and 75F.                  
PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENT:                                                        
For industrial use only.                                                        
 
SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION                           
Occupational Exposure Limits                                                    
           ACGIH TLV     ACGIH TLV-C   ACGIH STEL    OSHA STEL     OSHA PEL     
 
GLYCOL ETHER DB                                                                 
            N/est         N/est         N/est         N/est         N/est       
 
ENGINEERING CONTROLS:                                                           
Use local exhaust as needed to maintain occupational exposure limits.           
OTHER:                                                                          
Facilities storing or utilizing any chemical should be equipped with            
an eyewash facility and a safety shower.                                        
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:                                                         
Where exposure limits may be exceeded select a NIOSH approved                   
respirator with appropriate Protection Factor and cartridge for the             
specific contaminents. Follow requirements for respiratory protection           
in OSHA 1910.134.                                                               
EYE PROTECTION:                                                                 
Chemical splash goggles (ANSI Z87.1 or approved equivalent).                    
SKIN PROTECTION:                                                                
Where skin contact can occur, wear impervious gloves.                           
 
SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES                                    
Form:                        Liquid                                             
Appearance/Color:            Tan                                                
Odor:                        Mild                                               
Solubility (in water):       Soluble in water                                   
pH Value:                    2.5 - 3.5 0.                                       
Boiling Range/Point:         210.øF                                             
Evaporation Rate:            Slower than n-Butyl Acetate                        
 
% Volatile:                  48.%                                               
Specific Gravity:            1.11                                               
VOC:                         5.6 g/l                                            
 
 
SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY                                           
Stability:                   This product is stable                             
Hazardous Polymerization:    Hazardous polymerization will not occur            
 
INCOMPATIBLITY:                                                                 
Strong acids and bases.                                                         
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:                                               
Oxides of carbon may be released during combustion.                             
 
SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION                                          
 
Acute and chronic health effects are not expected as long as good               
industrial hygeine and safety precautions are followed.                         
 
SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION                                             
 
This formulation has not been tested for environmental effects.                 
 
SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS                                            
 
WASTE DISPOSAL:                                                                 
Disposal of this product must comply with all applicable federal,               
state and local regulations.                                                    
CONTAINER DISPOSAL:                                                             
Disposal of this container should comply with all applicable federal,           
state and local regulations.                                                    
 
SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION                                              
UN Number                    None                                               
UN Pack Group                N/A                                                
UN Class                     Nonhaz                                             
ICAO/IATA Class              Nonhazardous                                       
IMDG Class                   Nonhazardous                                       
Shipping Name                nonhazardous                                       
 
 
Packaging may not be approved for shipping by air. Please contact               
Franklin International for further information.                                 
 
SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION                                             
SARA TITLE III SECTION 313:                                                     
This product contains the following toxic chemicals subject to the              
reporting requirements of Section 313 of the Emergency Planning and             
Community Right to Know Act of 1986 and of 40 CFR 372:                          
Chemical Name                             CAS Number       Percent              
 
GLYCOL ETHER DB                           112-34-5           2.00               
 
 
TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act Inventory):                                  
All components of this product are listed on the TSCA inventory except          
as exempted.                                                                    
PENNSYLVANIA:                                                                   
Patent pending. For further information contact Franklin                        
International.                                                                  
NEW JERSEY:                                                                     
Patent pending. For further information contact Franklin                        
International.                                                                  
 
SECTION 16 - OTHER INFORMATION                                                  
 
DISCLAIMER:                                                                     
While the information and recommendations set forth herein are                  
believed to be accurate as of the data hereof, Franklin International           
makes no warranty, express or implied, with respect thereto and                 
disclaims all liability from reliance thereon.