AMERON
Coatings

M. S. D. S.
Material Safety Data Sheet





SECTION 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

 PRODUCT NAME         : AMERLOCK 400 CURE
 IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 400C00000
 PRODUCT CLASS        : HIGH-SOLIDS EPOXY
 HEALTH               : DANGER                        HMIS/NFPA   : H3F3R0

 Ameron International
 Protective Coatings Group
 201 North Berry St.
 Brea, CA  92821

 EMERGENCY:800-424-9300 (ChemTrec)
 24 Hours Emergency Hotline

 INFORMATION: William B. Dances, PHONE: 714-529-1951  PREPARE DATE: 02/08/01
                                            PREVIOUS REVISION DATE: 01/08/01

SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
                                                                     WT/WT %
 ITEM  -------------- CHEMICAL NAME ---------------  CAS NUMBER    LESS THAN

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  01   BARIUM SULFATE                                13462-86-7       25.0 %
        (Also CAS# 7727-43-7. Trace contaminants @ppm: arsenic**1,
        cadmium**2, lead**#10, chromium6**2, silica**100)

  02   MAGNESIUM SILICATE                            14807-96-6       25.0 %
        (Respirable quartz** <0.1%)
  03   XYLENE                                         1330-20-7      12.50 %
        (STEL 150ppm; Ceiling 300ppm; trace contaminant benzene**# @<10ppm,
        toluene#<1%)

        (HAPS, SARA, CERCLA)
  04   POLYAMIDE RESIN                               68410-23-1       15.0 %
        (Also CAS#s 68910-91-8 & 68082-29-1. TETA @ 6%)




  05   NONYL PHENOL                                  84852-15-3       10.0 %


  06   POLYAMINE                                      9046-10-0       10.0 %


  07   DIISODECYL PHTHALATE                          68515-49-1        5.0 %
        (Also CAS# 26761-40-0. Manufacturer's exposure limit 5mg/m3)
SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

                                                                     WT/WT %
 ITEM  -------------- CHEMICAL NAME ---------------  CAS NUMBER    LESS THAN

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  08   FURFURYL ALCOHOL                                 98-00-0        5.0 %
        (STEL 15ppm, 60mg/m3.)


  09   ETHYL BENZENE                                   100-41-4       3.00 %
        (STEL 125ppm)


        (HAPS, SARA, CERCLA)
  10   CLAY                                          68911-87-5        5.0 %
        (CRYSTALLINE SILICA** @ <1%)


  11   AMINE CARBOXYLATE                                Mixture        5.0 %
        (Trace contaminants @ ppm arsenic** 0.14; lead**#, cadmium**,
        chromium VI** 0.03; nickel** 34.1; mercury# 0.001)


                 EXPOSURE LIMITS
       ----- ACGIH ----   ----- OSHA -----       VP             TOXICITY
       TLV-TWA  TLV-TWA   PEL-TWA  PEL-TWA      mmHg        LD50        LC50
 ITEM    ppm     Mg/M3      ppm     Mg/M3       @68F        g/kg         ppm
 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------
  01       dna      5.0       dna      5.0      N.A.         dna         dna
  02       dna     2.00       dna    2.000      N.A.         dna         dna
  03  100           434       100      435       6.6       3.900    6700.000
  04       dna      dna       dna      dna      N.A.       8.000         dna
  05       dna      dna       dna      dna      N.A.       2.100         dna
  06       dna      dna       dna      dna      N.A.       2.980         dna
  07       dna      dna       dna      dna      N.A.         dna         dna
  08  10             40        10       40(S)   N.A.         dna         dna
  09  100           434       100      435       7.1         dna         dna
  10       dna      3.0       dna      5.0      N.A.         dna         dna
  11       dna      dna       dna      dna      N.A.         dna         dna

 REGULATORY:  **CALIF.TITLE 26:22-12000 (PROP 65). WARNING: This product
 contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer.
 #CALIF.TITLE 26:22-12000 (PROP 65). WARNING: This product contains a
 chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other
 reproductive harm.  All ingredients are on TSCA inventory or are exempt.
 Toxic chemicals marked (SARA, CERCLA, HAPs) are subject to reporting
 requirements of SARA (40CFR 355 and 372), CERCLA (40CFR 302), or
 HAPs (40CFR 63).



SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

 (S)=Skin; LD50=Dermal.rabbit; LC50=Inhalation,rat; dna=data not available;
 na=not applicable

SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

 EXPOSURE EFFECTS:  Vapor or spray mist or spattered material can be
 harmful. Irritating to eyes, skin, and if inhaled; to nose and throat.
 Excessive or prolonged inhalation can cause headache, nausea or dizziness.
 Repeated and prolonged occupational overexposure to solvents is associated
 with permanent brain and nervous system damage. Intentional abuse, misuse
 or other massive exposure to solvents may cause multiple organ damage
 and/or death.

 OVER-EXPOSURE (prolonged or repeated use):  CAN AGGRAVATE OR ACCENTUATE ANY
 OF THESE EFFECTS.

 SKIN:  Severe irritant.  Severe burns.  Sensitization or allergic reaction,
 such as rash or hives.  Can be absorbed through skin.  Can cause defatting
 and drying of skin.

 INHALATION:  Irritant.  Lung injury.  Respiratory sensitization and
 allergic reaction such as asthma.  Central nervous system damage.  Chemical
 pneumonia.  Xylene or toluene may cause irregular heart beat.  Excessive
 exposure to barytes dust may product "baritosis."

 EYES:  Severe irritant.  Corneal injury.  Irreversible burns and damage.
 DO NOT wear contact lenses when using this material.

 INGESTION:  Can be fatal if swallowed.  Aspiration into lungs can damage
 lungs and cause chemical pneumonia.  Can cause burns.

 TARGET ORGANS:  Kidneys.  Liver.  Lungs.  Heart.  Skin.  Eyes.  Stomach.
 Central nervous system.  Fetal defects.

 MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED:  Kidneys.  Liver.  Skin.  Eyes.
 Respiratory.  Lungs.

 PRIMARY ROUTE(S) OF ENTRY:  SKIN CONTACT  INHALATION  INGESTION  EYE
 CONTACT

SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES

 FIRST AID PROCEDURES:  INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. Restore normal
 breathing. Treat symptomatically. See physician. SKIN: Wash thoroughly with
 soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing.Consult physician if
 irritation persists. EYES: Flush immediately with plenty of water for at
 least 15 minutes and get medical attention. INGESTION: Drink 1 or 2 glasses

SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES

 of water to dilute. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
 Do not induce vomiting. Consult physician or poison control center
 IMMEDIATELY. Treat symptomatically.


SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

 FLASH POINT: 85 F (SETA)                    LOWER EXPLOSIVE LIMIT:   1.0 %
                                             UPPER EXPLOSIVE LIMIT:   7.0 %

 FLAMMABILITY - OSHA: FLAMMABLE - CLASS IC
                 DOT: FLAMMABLE

 EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:  FOAM  CO2  DRY CHEMICAL

 LOWEST FLASHING SOLVENT: 100-41-4

 UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS:  Closed containers may explode when
 exposed to extreme heat and pressure buildup.  May produce a floating fire
 hazard.  Isolate from electrical equipment, sparks, heat and open flame.
 Vapors may spread long distances, cause flash fire or ignite explosively.

 FIREFIGHTING PROCEDURES:  Wear full protective equipment, self-contained
 breathing apparatus. Water may be used to cool closed containers to prevent
 pressure build-up or explosion when exposed to extreme heat.

SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

 SPILL, LEAKS:  Remove all sources of ignition. Avoid breathing vapors.
 Ventilate area. Use absorbent, inert cleanup materials. (DO NOT use
 sawdust.) Remove absorbent material with non-sparking tools. Place in
 separate container.  Keep out of sewers and waterways. If entry is
 threatened or occurs, notify local authorities.

SECTION 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE

 HANDLING AND STORAGE:  Keep container closed, upright when not in use.
 Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Avoid prolonged storage
 temperatures above 100F.  Use caution when pouring. Avoid breathing sanding
 dust.  Do not weld or flame cut on empty container.







SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

 VENTILATION:  Implement administrative and engineering controls to reduce
 exposure. Provide sufficient ventilation in volume and pattern to keep air
 contaminant concentrations below the TLV limits. Remove welding or flame
 cutting decomposition products; follow current,ANSI Z49.1,"Safety in
 Welding and Cutting". Refer to 29 CFR parts 1910 and 1915, for coating
 operations; part 1910.146, Confined Spaces.

 RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:  Wear NIOSH/MSHA certified respirator designed to
 remove a combination of particulates (dust or spray mist) and vapor. When
 brushing, rolling or spreading; select the appropriate respiratory
 protection for the conditions. For specific conditions, refer to current
 "NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards". In confined or restricted
 ventilation areas use air-line respirators or hoods. Refer to 29 CFR, OSHA
 parts 1910.134 and 1915 for coating operations;part 1910.146 Confined
 Spaces;ANSI Z88.2,Practices for Respiratory Protection; 42 CFR, part 84
 Particulate Respirators.

 PROTECTIVE CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT:  Dependent upon application method, wear
 resistant coveralls, gloves and shoe coverings to prevent skin contact.
 Wear solvent resistant glasses with splash guards or face shield to protect
 eyes from splash, spatter and/or spray mist.Consult 29 CFR 1910.132, 133,
 136, 138; ANSI Z87.1, Z41.  Use explosion and spark-proof equipment.

 HYGIENIC PRACTICES:  Wash thoroughly after handling and before eating,
 smoking or using toilet. Launder contaminated clothing before use.  Destroy
 contaminated leather and absorbent shoes, which cannot be decontaminated,
 to prevent reuse.

SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

 BOILING RANGE     : 212 - 277 F      VAPOR DENSITY   : Is heavier than air
 ODOR              : SOLVENT          WEIGHT PER GAL  : 11.6729
 APPEARANCE        : LIQUID           EVAPORATION RATE: Is slower than Butyl
 SOLUBILITY IN H2O : NO                                 Acetate
 MIXED VOC, G/L    : 168              MIXED THINNED VOC, G/L  : 209
 THINNER           : 65 @ 0.5 pints   PHOTOCHEMICALLY REACTIVE: Yes
 VOLATILE VOLUME % : 27.46

SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

 CONDITIONS TO AVOID:  Heat, open flame, arc or sparks.

 INCOMPATIBILITY:  Strong oxidizers, acids and alkalies.

 HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:  (BY FIRE, BURNING OR WELDING); CO, CO2.
 NOx.  Hydrogen chloride fumes.  Aldehydes.  SOx.  Toxic gases or fumes.
 ammonia

SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

 HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur under normal conditions.

 STABILITY: This product is stable under normal storage conditions.


SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES

 TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES:  See Section 2.

SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION:  No Information.

SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

 EPA Waste No.: D001

 DISPOSAL METHOD:  Place in separate, appropriate, closed container in
 accordance with all applicable local, State, and Federal regulations. This
 material has NOT been tested by Toxicity Characteristic Leaching Procedure
 (TCLP).

SECTION 14 - TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION

 DOT PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Paint

 DOT HAZARD CLASS: 3                        HAZARD SUBCLASS: NA

 DOT UN/NA NUMBER: 1263             IMO: NA           PACKING GROUP  : III

SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION

 U.S. FEDERAL REGULATIONS: AS FOLLOWS -

 OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR
 1910.1200)







SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION

 NEW JERSEY RIGHT-TO-KNOW:
 The following materials are non-hazardous, but are among the top five
 components in this product:

 ----------- CHEMICAL NAME -----------    CAS NUMBER
 No non-hazardous materials are among the top five ingredients.

 PENNSYLVANIA RIGHT-TO-KNOW:
 The following non-hazardous ingredients are present in the product at
 greater than 3%:

 ----------- CHEMICAL NAME -----------    CAS NUMBER
 No non-hazardous ingredients are present at greater than 3%.

 INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS: AS FOLLOWS -

 CANADIAN WHMIS: This MSDS has been prepared in compliance with Controlled
 Product Regulations except for use of the 16 headings.

 CANADIAN WHMIS CLASS: No information available.

SECTION 16 - OTHER INFORMATION