MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Use in case of emergency only:
CANUTEC - (613) 996-6666
Armstrong World Industries Canada Ltd.
6911 Decarie Blvd
Montreal, Quebec
H3W 3E5
SECTION I - MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION AND USE
Armstrong Laminate Wood Flooring
Products
WHMIS Classification: Not regulated
CHEMICAL NAME
CHEMICAL FAMILY
CHEMICAL FORMULA
Not Applicable
Wood products
Not Applicable
TRADE NAME AND SYNONYMS
MOLECULAR WEIGHT
MATERIAL USE
Armstrong Laminate Wood
Flooring Products
Not Applicable
These laminate wood flooring products are
produced for residential and light
commercial use
SECTION II - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS OF MATERIAL
HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
%
C.A.S.
NUMBERS
LD50
(SPECIES & ROUTE)
LC50
(SPECIES & ROUTE)
NONE
This product does NOT contain asbestos.
Miscellaneous information
Wood products are not considered hazardous according to the Controlled Products Regulations of the Hazardous
Products Act. However, wood dust generated by sawing, sanding or machining these products may be hazardous.
SECTION III - PHYSICAL DATA FOR MATERIAL
PHYSICAL STATE
ODOR AND APPEARANCE
Solid
Variable, depending on product.
ODOR THRESHOLD (PPM)
SPECIFIC GRAVITY
VAPOR PRESSURE
VAPOR DENSITY (Air = 1)
Not Available
Variable
Not known
Not known
EVAPORATION RATE
BOILING POINT
FREEZING POINT
SOLUBILITY IN WATER
Extremely slow
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Negligible
% VOLATILE (BY WEIGHT)
pH
COEFFICIENT OF WATER
None
Not Applicable
Not Available
SECTION IV - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD OF MATERIAL
FLAMMABILITY
These products can burn, but are not classed as combustible under WHMIS. However, sawing, sanding or machining
wood products can produce wood dust which can cause a fire hazard.
MEANS OF EXTINCTION
Water stream or spray is recommended.
SPECIAL PROCEDURES
For general fire fighting, protect fire fighters from toxic products of combustion by wearing self-contained breathing
apparatus.
FLASHPOINT AND METHOD
UPPER EXPLOSION LIMIT (% BY VOLUME)
LOWER EXPLOSION LIMIT (% BY VOLUME)
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS
Not known
Not known. Expected to contain normal products of combustion such as oxides of
carbon, nitrogen, and smoke.
SENSITIVITY TO MECHANICAL IMPACT
SENSITIVITY TO STATIC DISCHARGE
Not normally sensitive
Not normally sensitive; however, sawdust can sometimes
be ignited by static.
SECTION V - REACTIVITY DATA
CHEMICAL STABILITY
Stable under ambient temperature and pressure.
INCOMPATIBILITY TO OTHER SUBSTANCES
Incompatible with strong oxidizers.
REACTIVITY AND UNDER WHAT CONDITIONS
Hazardous polymerization will not occur. May char or decompose if exposed to extremely high temperatures.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Expected to contain normal products of combustion such as oxides of carbon, sulfur and nitrogen.
SECTION VI - TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES OF MATERIAL
ROUTE OF ENTRY
Direct skin contact is the most likely route of exposure. Ingestion is possible, but unlikely.
EFFECTS OF ACUTE EXPOSURE TO MATERIAL
Inhalation: Wood dust generated by sawing, sanding or machining this product may cause nasal dryness, irritation,
coughing and sinusitis.
Skin and eyes: No effects known for skin contact. Sawdust or particles of wood can cause mechanical damage to surface
of eye.
Ingestion: Not likely to be toxic if swallowed in small amounts.
EFFECTS OF CHRONIC EXPOSURE TO MATERIAL
None known.
MATERIAL NAME/IDENTIFIER
Armstrong Laminate Wood Flooring Products
LD50 OF MATERIAL (SPECIES & ROUTE)
LC50 OF MATERIAL (SPECIES & ROUTE)
Not available for product
Not available for product
EXPOSURE (LIMITS)
IRRITANCY OF MATERIAL
None
Low degree of irritation
SENSITIZATION OF MATERIAL
SYNERGISTIC MATERIALS
Not Available
Not Available
CARCINOGENICITY, REPRODUCTIVE EFFECTS, TERATOGENICITY, MUTAGENICITY
Carcinogenicity: Not rated as a carcinogen by ACGIH. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC)
classifies wood dust as a carcinogen to humans (Group I). This classification is based primarily on IARC’s evaluation of
increased risk in the occurrence of adenocarcinomas of the nasal cavities and paranasal sinuses associated with
exposure to wood dust.
Reproductive toxicity, teratogenicity, mutagenicity: None known.
SECTION VII - PREVENTIVE MEASURES
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Respiratory Protection: If wood dust is generated, use a NIOSH approved filter-type dust mask.
Skin and Eye Protection: Not normally required. For dusty conditions, or if sawing or cutting material, safety glasses or
goggles should be worn.
ENGINEERING CONTROLS (E.G. VENTILATION, ENCLOSED PROCESS)
Normal ambient air circulation or ventilation is adequate.
LEAK AND SPILL PROCEDURE
Solid material can be picked up and salvaged.
WASTE DISPOSAL
Use only approved disposal methods in accordance with all federal, provincial, and local waste disposal regulations.
Consult with local municipal officials, or provincial Ministry of the Environment office nearest to your location, for approved
disposal methods. In many areas, this may be disposed of as non-hazardous waste.
HANDLING PROCEDURES AND EQUIPMENT
Keep products away from excessive heat and any sources of ignition, such as sparks or flame. Do not take internally.
STORAGE REQUIREMENTS
Store in a well-ventilated area.
SPECIAL SHIPPING INFORMATION
Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Act classification: Not regulated as dangerous goods.
SECTION VIII - FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation: None normally required. If breathing problems arise from wood dust, remove to fresh air. Seek medical
attention if symptoms persist.
Skin and Eyes: If dust or particles get in eyes, flush with plenty of water. Get medical attention if pain, irritation or vision
problems persist after treatment. If irritation occurs after skin contact, wash with soap and water, and get medical
attention if it persists.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Immediately call Poison Control Center or physician for guidance. Never give anything
by mouth if patient is unconscious.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The information presented herein is supplied as a guide to those who handle or use this product and has been prepared
in good faith by technically knowledgeable personnel. It is not intended to be all - inclusive. The manner and conditions of
use and handling may involve other and additional considerations. Safe work practices must be employed when working
with any materials. It is important that the end user makes a determination regarding the adequacy of the safety
procedures employed during the use of this product.
No warranty of any kind is given or implied. Armstrong World Industries Canada Ltd., will not be liable for any damages,
losses, injuries or consequential damages which may result from the use or reliance on any information contained herein.
This Material Safety Data Sheet is valid for three (3) years.
SECTION IX - PREPARATION DATE OF M.S.D.S.
PREPARED BY:
Environmental, Health and Safety
ADDITIONAL NOTES OR REFERENCES:
TELEPHONE NUMBER
1-877-276-7876, Opt 2,3,3
DATE
June 1, 2012
Abbreviations:
ACGIH = American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
ASTM = American Society for Testing and Materials
CNS = Central Nervous System
CPR = Controlled Product Regulations, Hazardous Product Act
IARC = International Agency for Research on Cancer
MSHA = Mine Safety and Health Administration
NIOSH = National Institute of Safety and Health
TLV = Threshold Limit Values
TWA = Time Weighted Average
References:
1. Material Safety Data Sheets from raw materials' suppliers
2. ACGIH, Threshold Limit Values and Biological Exposure Indices for 1995 - 1996
3. The Sigma-Aldrich Library of Chemical Safety Data, Edition II, 1988.
4. N. Irving Sax, Dangerous Properties of Industrial Materials, 7th edition, Van Nostrand Reinhold, 1984