3M MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 3M(TM) Transpore(TM) White Surgical Tape - 1534 10/29/2007

Material Safety Data Sheet

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This material safety data sheet (MSDS) is provided as a courtesy in response to a customer request. This product is not regulated
under, and a MSDS is not required for this product by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) because,
when used as recommended or under ordinary conditions, it should not present a health and safety hazard. However, use or
processing of the product not in accordance with the product's recommendations or not under ordinary conditions may affect the
performance of the product and may present potential health and safety hazards.

SECTION 1: PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

PRODUCT NAME: 3M(TM) Transpore(TM) White Surgical Tape - 1534
MANUFACTURER: 3M
DIVISION: Medical Division

ADDRESS: 3M Center
St. Paul, MN 55144-1000

EMERGENCY PHONE: 1-800-364-3577 or (651) 737-6501 (24 hours)

Issue Date: 10/29/2007

Supercedes Date: 05/21/2007

Document Group: 21-5837-6

Product Use:
Intended Use: A surgical tape used in various medical procedures.
Specific Use: A surgical tape for use in various medical procedures.

SECTION 2: INGREDIENTS
Ingredient C.A.S. No. % by Wt
Acrylic Polymer 25134-51-4 20 - 30
Polyester Fiber None 20 - 25
Acrylic Polymer None 15 - 20
Water 7732-18-5 10 - 20
Regenerated Cellulose 68442-85-3 5 - 10
Poly(ethylene Terephthalate) 25038-59-9 0- 7
Acrylate Polymer Trade Secret 0- 5
Phthalate Polymer 26006-30-4 0- 5
Ethylene-Acrylic Acid Polymer 9010-77-9 0- 3

SECTION 3: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

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3.1 EMERGENCY OVERVIEW

Odor, Color, Grade: A white film or roll with slight distinctively sharp odor.
General Physical Form: Solid
Immediate health, physical, and environmental hazards: The environmental properties of this product present a low
environmental hazard. This product, when used under reasonable conditions and in accordance with the 3M directions for use, should
not present a health hazard. However, use or processing of the product in a manner not in accordance with the product's directions for
use may affect the performance of the product and may present potential health and safety hazards.

3.2 POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS

Eye Contact:
No health effects are expected.

Skin Contact:
No health effects are expected.

Inhalation:
No health effects are expected.

Ingestion:
Physical Blockage: Signs/symptoms may include cramping, abdominal pain, and constipation.

3.3 POTENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS

This substance does not leach metals or other RCRA (Resource Conservation and Recovery Act) listed TCLP (Toxic Characteristic
Leaching Procedure) hazardous substances at concentrations that would make the product a hazardous waste.

SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES

4.1 FIRST AID PROCEDURES
The following first aid recommendations are based on an assumption that appropriate personal and industrial hygiene practices are
followed.

Eye Contact: No need for first aid is anticipated.

Skin Contact: No need for first aid is anticipated.

Inhalation: No need for first aid is anticipated.

If Swallowed: Do not induce vomiting unless instructed to do so by medical personnel. Give victim two glasses of water. Never
give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention.

SECTION 5: FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

5.1 FLAMMABLE PROPERTIES

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Autoignition temperature Not Applicable

Flash Point Not Applicable
Flammable Limits - LEL Not Applicable
Flammable Limits - UEL Not Applicable

5.2 EXTINGUISHING MEDIA

Use fire extinguishers with class B extinguishing agents (e.g., dry chemical, carbon dioxide).

5.3 PROTECTION OF FIRE FIGHTERS

Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Wear full protective equipment (Bunker Gear) and a self-contained breathing apparatus
(SCBA).

Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: No unusual fire or explosion hazards are anticipated.

Note: See STABILITY AND REACTIVITY (SECTION 10) for hazardous combustion and thermal decomposition
information.

SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Accidental Release Measures: Not applicable.

SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE

7.1 HANDLING
This product is considered to be an article which does not release or otherwise result in exposure to a hazardous chemical under
normal use conditions.

7.2 STORAGE
Not applicable.

SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

8.1 ENGINEERING CONTROLS

Not applicable.

8.2 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

8.2.1 Eye/Face Protection
Avoid eye contact. Not applicable.

8.2.2 Skin Protection

Not applicable.

8.2.3 Respiratory Protection

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Under normal use conditions, airborne exposures are not expected to be significant enough to require respiratory protection.

8.2.4 Prevention of Swallowing

Not applicable.

8.3 EXPOSURE GUIDELINES

Ingredient Authority Type Limit Additional Information
FREE ISOCYANATES 3M TWA 0.005 ppm
FREE ISOCYANATES 3M STEL 0.02 ppm
Poly(ethylene Terephthalate) CMRG TWA, as respirable 5 mg/m3
dust
Poly(ethylene Terephthalate) CMRG TWA, as total dust 10 mg/m3

SOURCE OF EXPOSURE LIMIT DATA:

ACGIH: American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
CMRG: Chemical Manufacturer Recommended Guideline
OSHA: Occupational Safety and Health Administration
AIHA: American Industrial Hygiene Association Workplace Environmental Exposure Level (WEEL)

SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Odor, Color, Grade: A white film or roll with slight distinctively sharp odor.
General Physical Form: Solid
Autoignition temperature Not Applicable
Flash Point Not Applicable
Flammable Limits - LEL Not Applicable
Flammable Limits - UEL Not Applicable
Boiling point Not Applicable
Density Not Applicable
Vapor Density Not Applicable

Vapor Pressure Not Applicable

Specific Gravity Not Applicable

pH Not Applicable
Melting point Not Applicable

Solubility in Water Nil

Evaporation rate Not Applicable
Percent volatile Not Applicable
Viscosity Not Applicable

SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Stability: Stable.

Materials and Conditions to Avoid: None known

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Hazardous Polymerization: Hazardous polymerization will not occur.

Hazardous Decomposition or By-Products

Substance Condition
Carbon monoxide Oxidation, heat or reaction
Carbon dioxide Oxidation, heat or reaction

Hazardous Decomposition: Under recommended usage conditions, hazardous decomposition products are not expected. Hazardous
decomposition products may occur as a result of oxidation, heating, or reaction with another material.

SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Please contact the address listed on the first page of the MSDS for Toxicological Information on this material and/or its
components.

SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

ECOTOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Not applicable.

CHEMICAL FATE INFORMATION

Not applicable.

SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Waste Disposal Method: Dispose of waste product in a sanitary landfill. As a disposal alternative, incinerate in an industrial or
commercial facility.

EPA Hazardous Waste Number (RCRA): Not regulated

Since regulations vary, consult applicable regulations or authorities before disposal.

SECTION 14:TRANSPORT INFORMATION

ID Number(s):
70-2007-2974-0, 70-2007-2975-7, 70-2007-2976-5, 70-2007-2977-3

Please contact the emergency numbers listed on the first page of the MSDS for Transportation Information for this
material.

SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION

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US FEDERAL REGULATIONS
Contact 3M for more information.

311/312 Hazard Categories:

Fire Hazard - No Pressure Hazard - No Reactivity Hazard - No Immediate Hazard - No Delayed Hazard - No

STATE REGULATIONS
Contact 3M for more information.

CHEMICAL INVENTORIES
This product is an article as defined by TSCA regulations, and is exempt from TSCA Inventory listing requirements.

Contact 3M for more information.

INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS
Contact 3M for more information.

This MSDS has been prepared to meet the U.S. OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200.

SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION

NFPA Hazard Classification
Health: 0 Flammability: 1 Reactivity: 0 Special Hazards: None

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) hazard ratings are designed for use by emergency response personnel to address the hazards that are
presented by short-term, acute exposure to a material under conditions of fire, spill, or similar emergencies. Hazard ratings are primarily based on the
inherent physical and toxic properties of the material but also include the toxic properties of combustion or decomposition products that are known to
be generated in significant quantities.

Revision Changes:
Section 3: Potential effects from ingestion information was modified.
Section 4: First aid for ingestion (swallowing) - decontamination - was added.
Section 4: First aid for ingestion (swallowing) - intervention - was added.
Section 4: First aid for ingestion (swallowing) - medical assistance - was added.
Section 14: ID Number Heading Template 1 was added.
Section 14: ID Number(s) Template 1 was added.
Section 2: Ingredient table was added.
Section 8: Exposure guidelines ingredient information was added.

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Section 8: Exposure guidelines data source legend was added.

Section 4: First aid for ingestion (swallowing) - none - was deleted.

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