MSDS Material Safety Data Sheet

1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

PRODUCT NAME: NB Bag Filters

DATE: November 10, 2010
COMPANY: CUNO Incorporated, 400 Research Parkway, Meriden, CT 06450
CHEMICAL NAME: N/A
CHEMICAL FAMILY: N/A
SYNONYMS: N/A
FOR CHEMICAL EMERGENCY, SPILL, LEAK, FIRE, EXPOSURE OR ACCIDENT
Call CHEMTREC – Day or Night – 1-800-424-9300 Toll free in the continental U.S., Hawaii,
Puerto Rico, Canada, Alaska or Virgin Islands. For calls originating elsewhere: 703-527-3887
(collect calls accepted)
For additional non-emergency information, call 203-237-5541.

2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

N/A. See Section 3. for definition of article.

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
This product is considered an “ARTICLE” under the guidelines of the Federal OSHA Hazard
Communication Standard, 21 CFR 1910.1200.
Appearance and Odor: Cylindrical white solid filter cartridge. This product is odorless.
NO SIGNIFICANT HAZARDS ASSOCIATED WITH THIS MATERIAL IF USED AS
DIRECTED.
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
EYE CONTACT: This product is not known to cause eye irritation if used as directed. But, as
with any foreign object contacting the eyes, flush eyes with copious amounts of water; do not rub
eyes.
SKIN CONTACT: This product is virtually non-irritating to the skin. If skin irritation does
occur, remove necessary clothing and wash the affected area with water.
INHALATION: This product is not known to cause respiratory tract irritation if used as directed.
INGESTION: This product is not known to be an ingestion hazard.
 4. FIRST AID MEASURES

IF IN EYES OR ON SKIN, immediate first aid is not likely to be required. However, this
material can be removed with water. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
IF INHALED, immediate first aid is not likely to be required. However, if symptoms occur,
remove to fresh air. Remove materials from eyes, skin and clothing
IF SWALLOWED: immediate first aid is not likely to be required. A physician or Poison
Control Center can be contacted for advice. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

FLASH POINT: N/A

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: In case of fire, use water spray (fog), foam, dry chemical or CO2.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: None
FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT: Fire fighters and other exposed to products of combustion
should wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Equipment should be thoroughly
decontaminated after use.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

In case of spill, vacuum clean or wet sweep. Flush residual spill area with water.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

HANDLE IN ACCORDANCE WITH GOOD INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE AND SAFETY

PRACTICES.

Store in a dry environment.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

EYE PROTECTION: This product does not cause significant eye irritation or eye toxicity
requiring special protection. Use good industrial practice to avoid eye contact.
SKIN PROTECTION: This product does not present a significant skin concern requiring special
protection.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: N/A
VENTILATION: N/A
AIRBORNE EXPOSURE LIMITS: N/A
 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance and Odor: Cylindrical white solid filter cartridge. This product is odorless.
NOTE: This physical data is typical based on material testing but may vary from sample to
sample. Typical values should not be construed as a guaranteed analysis of any specific lot or as
specifications of the product.

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

STABILITY: Product is stable under normal conditions of storage and handling.

MATERIALS TO AVOID: N/A.

The compatibility data provided in the Product Specification Sheet is intended as a guideline
only. It is recommended that the compatibility of the chemicals with CUNO Incorporated
products be established under actual filter conditions since operating parameters may affect both
chemical and filter components.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide and other
organic vapors/materials.

HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Does not occur.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

The test article is considered non-cytotoxic and meets the requirements of the Elution Test, USP
23.
Also, the test article meets the requirements of the United States Pharmacopeia, for the
Biological Test for Plastics, Class VI-70 degrees C.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

N/A. CUNO has not conducted environmental toxicity or biodegradation studies with this
product.

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

After usage, filter media may be considered hazardous depending on what it was used for.

On its own, this material when discarded is not a hazardous waste as the term is defined by
RCRA, 40 CFR 261. Consult your attorney or appropriate regulatory officials for information on
disposal.
This product should not be dumped, spilled, rinsed or washed into sewers of public waterways.
 14. REGULATORY INFORMATION

TSCA Inventory: All components listed.

SARA HAZARD NOTIFICATION

Hazard Categories Under Title III Rules (40 CFR 370): N/A
Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances: N/A
Section 313 Toxic Chemical(s): N/A

CERCLA Reportable Quantities: N/A

Refer to Section 11 for OSHA Hazardous Chemical(s) and Section 13 for RCRA classification.

15. OTHER INFORMATION

Although the information and recommendations set forth herein (hereinafter “information”) are
presented in good faith and believed to be correct as of the date hereof, CUNO Incorporated
makes no representations as to the completeness or accuracy thereof. Information is supplied
upon the condition that the persons receiving the same will make their own determination as to
its suitability for their use. In no event will CUNO Incorporated be responsible for damages of
any nature whatsoever resulting form the use of or reliance upon Information.

NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,

INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY,
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OF ANY OTHER NATURE ARE MADE
HEREUNDER WITH RESPECT TO INFORMATION OR THE PRODUCT TO WHICH
INFORMATION REFERS.