Keltan 708x15Z is an ethylene-propylene-(diene) elastomer, specifically an EP(D)M oil-extended elastomer produced by DSM Elastomers Europe B.V. It is used as an elastomeric component in various rubber compounds, plastics modification, and oil modification, with applications spanning the automotive, construction, wire and cable, and general rubber goods industries.
Product Identification
- Product Name: Keltan® 708X15Z
- Chemical Product Name: Ethylene-propylene-(diene) elastomer, EP(D)M oil extended
- Supplier: DSM Elastomers Europe B.V., Poststraat 1, 6135 KR Sittard, P.O. Box 43, 6130 AA Sittard, The Netherlands
- Emergency Telephone Number: The Netherlands: +31 (0)46 476 55 55
Composition and Information on Ingredients
- Type: Preparation
- Hazardous Ingredients: The product does not contain any hazardous ingredients in quantities requiring reporting under EU or National regulations.
Hazards Identification
- Human Health Hazards: Heated material can cause thermal burns.
- Environmental Hazards: No known hazardous properties based on available data.
- Physical/Chemical Hazards: Combustible; burns slowly with high smoke density and flaming drips.
First Aid Measures
- Inhalation: During heating and processing, small amounts of free monomer may evaporate, causing respiratory tract irritation and nausea.
- Ingestion: Not applicable.
- Skin Contact: Heated material can cause thermal burns, resulting in pain, redness, and blistering.
- Eye Contact: May cause eye irritation (redness).
Accidental Release Measures
- Personal Precautions: Use suitable protective equipment.
- Environmental Precautions: No special measures required.
- Clean-up Methods:
- Small Spill/Leak: Vacuum or sweep up material and place in a designated labelled waste container. Clean affected area with plenty of water.
- Large Spill/Leak: Vacuum or sweep up material, place in a designated labelled waste container, and recycle if possible. Prevent dust clouds. Clean affected area with plenty of water.
Handling and Storage
- Handling: Use with adequate ventilation.
- Storage: Store in a fireproof location away from incompatible materials. Keep between 15 and 25 °C with relative humidity below 65%. Do not stack more than 2 pallets high.
- Additional Storage Information: Refer to 'Keltan® EPDM packaging storage conditions'.
Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
- Engineering Measures: Use adequate ventilation.
- Hygiene Measures: Do not eat, drink, or smoke while using the product. Wash hands after handling and before eating or smoking.
- Personal Protective Equipment:
- Respiratory System: Not required.
- Skin and Body: Working clothes.
- Eyes: Face shield.
- Hands: Heat-resistant protective gloves when handling hot material.
- Remarks: Use local exhaust ventilation if general ventilation is inadequate. Advice on personal protection applies to high exposure levels; select proper protection based on a risk assessment.
Physical and Chemical Properties
- Physical State: Solid (Bales)
- Color: Beige, yellowish-brown
- Odor: Odorless
- Flash Point: >260 °C
- Auto-ignition Temperature: >370 °C
- Density: 0.865 to 0.879 g/cm³
- Solubility: Insoluble in cold water
