Safety Data Sheet

ULTRAFORM N2320 0035 LEV AT UNCOLORED

POLYACETAL
Revision date : 2020/09/16 Page: 1/14
Version: 2.0 (30673396/SDS_GEN_MX/EN)

1. Identification

Product identifier used on the label

ULTRAFORM N2320 0035 LEV AT UNCOLORED

POLYACETAL
Recommended use of the chemical and restriction on use
Recommended use*: Polymer; for industrial processing only
Suitable for use in industrial sector: Polymers industry
Unsuitable for use: Uses other than recommended

* The “Recommended use” identified for this product is provided solely to comply with a Federal requirement and is not part of
the seller's published specification. The terms of this Safety Data Sheet (SDS) do not create or infer any warranty, express or
implied, including by incorporation into or reference in the seller's sales agreement.

Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Company:
BASF Mexicana S.A. de C.V.
Av. Insurgentes Sur 975
Col. CD. De Los Deportes,
C.P. 03710 Ciudad de México
MÉXICO

Telephone: +52 55 5325 2600

Emergency telephone number

24 Hour Emergency Response Information

SETIQ: 1800-00-214-(Rep. Mexicana) or 55-59-15-88 (CDMX)
Telephone: +1-800-849-5204 or +1-833-229-1000

Other means of identification

Safety Data Sheet
ULTRAFORM N2320 0035 LEV AT UNCOLORED
POLYACETAL
Revision date : 2020/09/16 Page: 2/14
Version: 2.0 (30673396/SDS_GEN_MX/EN)

Substance number: 828930

Chemical family: polyoxymethylene copolymerizate (POM)

2. Hazards Identification
According to Regulation NOM-018-STPS-2015

Classification of the product

No need for classification according to GHS criteria for this product.

Label elements

The product does not require a hazard warning label in accordance with GHS criteria.

Hazards not otherwise classified

Labeling of special preparations (GHS):

This product is capable of releasing formaldehyde into the air. May cause cancer. Contains
formaldehyde. MAY EMIT FORMALDEHYDE WHICH CAN CAUSE CANCER. HEATING DURING
PROCESSING OF PRODUCT MAY RESULT IN RELEASE OF THE DECOMPOSITION PRODUCT
FORMALDEHYDE. UNDER HOT MELT PROCESSING CONDITIONS, WEAR PERSONAL
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT THERMAL BURNS.

3. Composition / Information on Ingredients

According to Regulation NOM-018-STPS-2015

Under the referenced regulation, this product does not contain any components classified for health
hazards above the relevant cut off value.

The product contains:

Safety Data Sheet
ULTRAFORM N2320 0035 LEV AT UNCOLORED
POLYACETAL
Revision date : 2020/09/16 Page: 3/14
Version: 2.0 (30673396/SDS_GEN_MX/EN)

CAS Number Weight % Chemical name

50-00-0 < 0.1% Formaldehyde

4. First-Aid Measures

Description of first aid measures

General advice:
Remove contaminated clothing.

If inhaled:
If formaldehyde vapour is inhaled, remove person to fresh air and keep warm, if necessary summon
physician. Inhale corticosteroid dose aerosol.

If on skin:
Burns caused by molten material require hospital treatment.

If in eyes:
In case of contact with the eyes, rinse immediately for at least 15 minutes with plenty of water. If
irritation develops, seek medical attention.

If swallowed:
Ingestion is not likely in the available physical form. If ingested, seek medical attention. Do not induce
vomiting.

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Symptoms: (Further) symptoms and / or effects are not known so far

No data available.
Hazards: No hazard is expected under intended use and appropriate handling.

Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

Safety Data Sheet
ULTRAFORM N2320 0035 LEV AT UNCOLORED
POLYACETAL
Revision date : 2020/09/16 Page: 4/14
Version: 2.0 (30673396/SDS_GEN_MX/EN)

Note to physician
Treatment: Treat according to symptoms (decontamination, vital functions), no
known specific antidote.

5. Fire-Fighting Measures

Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media:

water spray, foam, dry powder

Unsuitable extinguishing media for safety reasons:

water jet

Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Hazards during fire-fighting:
carbon monoxide, Formaldehyde,
Formation of further decomposition and oxidation products depends upon the fire conditions. Under
special fire conditions traces of other toxic substances are possible.

Advice for fire-fighters

Protective equipment for fire-fighting:
Firefighters should be equipped with self-contained breathing apparatus and turn-out gear.

Further information:
Dispose of fire debris and contaminated extinguishing water in accordance with official regulations.

6. Accidental release measures

Further accidental release measures:

High risk of slipping due to leakage/spillage of product.

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Safety Data Sheet
ULTRAFORM N2320 0035 LEV AT UNCOLORED
POLYACETAL
Revision date : 2020/09/16 Page: 5/14
Version: 2.0 (30673396/SDS_GEN_MX/EN)

Wear suitable personal protective clothing and equipment.

Environmental precautions
No special precautions necessary.

Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

For small amounts: Sweep/shovel up.
For large amounts: Sweep/shovel up.

7. Handling and Storage

Precautions for safe handling

Provide suitable exhaust ventilation at the processing machines. Avoid inhalation of
dusts/mists/vapours.

Protection against fire and explosion:

Containers should be grounded against electrostatic charge.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

The product in undamaged packing need not be stored separately.

Suitable materials for containers: Low density polyethylene (LDPE), High density polyethylene
(HDPE), Carbon steel (Iron)

8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Components with occupational exposure limits
Formaldehyde Exposure CLV 0.3 ppm ;
limits

Advice on system design:

Provide exhaust ventilation at sources when processing molten product.
Safety Data Sheet
ULTRAFORM N2320 0035 LEV AT UNCOLORED
POLYACETAL
Revision date : 2020/09/16 Page: 6/14
Version: 2.0 (30673396/SDS_GEN_MX/EN)

Personal protective equipment

Respiratory protection:
Wear a NIOSH-certified organic vapour cartridge respirator when handling molten materials. Do not
exceed the maximum use concentration for the respirator facepiece/cartridge combination.

Hand protection:
Chemical resistant protective gloves, Wear gloves to prevent contact during mechanical processing
and/or hot melt conditions.

Eye protection:
Safety glasses with side-shields.

Body protection:
Body protection must be chosen based on level of activity and exposure.

General safety and hygiene measures:

Avoid inhalation of vapour. Wash soiled clothing immediately.

9. Physical and Chemical Properties

Form: pellets
Odour: product specific
Odour threshold: No applicable information available.
Colour: various, depending on the colourant
pH value: not applicable
melting range: 160 - 175 °C (DIN EN ISO 3146)
Freezing point: No data available.
Boiling range: The substance / product
decomposes therefore not
determined.
Sublimation point: No applicable information available.
Flash point: 320 - 340 °C (ASTM D1929)
Flammability: not self-igniting (derived from flash
point)
Flammability of Aerosol not applicable, the product does not
Products: form flammable aerosoles
Safety Data Sheet
ULTRAFORM N2320 0035 LEV AT UNCOLORED
POLYACETAL
Revision date : 2020/09/16 Page: 7/14
Version: 2.0 (30673396/SDS_GEN_MX/EN)

Lower explosion limit: For solids not relevant for

classification and labelling.
Upper explosion limit: For solids not relevant for
classification and labelling.
Autoignition: 320 - 340 °C (ASTM D1929)
Vapour pressure: not applicable
Density: 1.4 g/cm3 (DIN 53479)
( 20 °C)
Relative density: Study does not need to be conducted.
Bulk density: 850 kg/m3
Vapour density: not applicable
Partitioning coefficient n- not applicable
octanol/water (log Pow):
Self-ignition not self-igniting
temperature:
Thermal decomposition: > 240 °C
To avoid thermal decomposition, do not overheat. May
decompose violently. Gaseous products of degradation can be
given off if the product is greatly overheated.
Viscosity, dynamic: not applicable, the product is a solid
Viscosity, kinematic: not applicable, the product is a solid
Solubility in water: insoluble
Solubility (quantitative): No applicable information available.
Solubility (qualitative): No applicable information available.
Molar mass: not applicable
Evaporation rate: The product is a non-volatile solid.

10. Stability and Reactivity

Reactivity
No hazardous reactions if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated.

Oxidizing properties:
not fire-propagating

Chemical stability
Safety Data Sheet
ULTRAFORM N2320 0035 LEV AT UNCOLORED
POLYACETAL
Revision date : 2020/09/16 Page: 8/14
Version: 2.0 (30673396/SDS_GEN_MX/EN)

The product is stable if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated.

The product is chemically stable.

Possibility of hazardous reactions

Do not process with PVC or other plastics containing halogenated flame retardants. If processing with
color masterbatches or functional batches is intended, the compatibility of the components must be
established by suitable trials. Processing with incompatible masterbatches may result in
decomposition and release of gaseous formaldehyde.

Conditions to avoid
Temperature: > 240 degrees Celsius

Incompatible materials
inorganic acids, organic acids

Hazardous decomposition products

Decomposition products:
Possible decomposition products: carbon monoxide, Formaldehyde, carbon dioxide, Water

Thermal decomposition:
> 240 °C
To avoid thermal decomposition, do not overheat. May decompose violently. Gaseous products of
degradation can be given off if the product is greatly overheated.

11. Toxicological information

Primary routes of exposure

Routes of entry for solids and liquids are ingestion and inhalation, but may include eye or skin
contact. Routes of entry for gases include inhalation and eye contact. Skin contact may be a route
of entry for liquefied gases.

Acute Toxicity/Effects
Safety Data Sheet
ULTRAFORM N2320 0035 LEV AT UNCOLORED
POLYACETAL
Revision date : 2020/09/16 Page: 9/14
Version: 2.0 (30673396/SDS_GEN_MX/EN)

Acute toxicity
Assessment of acute toxicity: Contact with molten product may cause thermal burns. The resin in
pelleted form poses a low hazard.

Information on: Formaldehyde

Assessment of acute toxicity:Of high toxicity after short-term inhalation. Of high toxicity after single
ingestion. Of pronounced toxicity after short-term skin contact.
----------------------------------

Oral
Type of value: ATE
Value: > 5,000 mg/kg
The product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from the properties of the
individual components.

Inhalation
The inhalation of fumes represents a severe acute hazard. Irritating to respiratory system.

Assessment other acute effects

Assessment of STOT single:
Causes temporary irritation of the respiratory tract.

The product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from the properties of the
individual components.

Irritation / corrosion
Assessment of irritating effects: Thermal decomposition products of the substance can irritate the
eyes, skin, and respiratory tract.

Information on: Formaldehyde

Assessment of irritating effects: Corrosive! Damages skin and eyes. Depending on the concentration
and duration of exposure, aqueous solutions can cause a strongly irritating or corrosive effect on the
skin or eyes.
----------------------------------

Sensitization
Safety Data Sheet
ULTRAFORM N2320 0035 LEV AT UNCOLORED
POLYACETAL
Revision date : 2020/09/16 Page: 10/14
Version: 2.0 (30673396/SDS_GEN_MX/EN)

Information on: Formaldehyde

Assessment of sensitization:
Caused skin sensitization in animal studies. Caused sensitization in humans.
----------------------------------

Aspiration Hazard
No aspiration hazard expected.

Chronic Toxicity/Effects

Repeated dose toxicity

Assessment of repeated dose toxicity: Based on our experience and the information available, no
adverse health effects are expected if handled as recommended with suitable precautions for
designated uses.

Genetic toxicity
Assessment of mutagenicity: Based on our experience and the information available, no adverse
health effects are expected if handled as recommended with suitable precautions for designated
uses.

Carcinogenicity
Assessment of carcinogenicity: Based on our experience and the information available, no adverse
health effects are expected if handled as recommended with suitable precautions for designated
uses.

Information on: Formaldehyde

Assessment of carcinogenicity: NTP listed carcinogen The International Agency for Research on
Cancer (IARC) has classified formaldehyde as a Group 1 (known) human carcinogen based on
epidemiological evidence linking formaldehyde exposure to occurrence of nasopharyngeal cancer
and leukemia. Current regulatory information is provided in this SDS. No adverse health effects are
anticipated if recommended personal protective equipment and industrial hygiene practices are used.
----------------------------------

Reproductive toxicity
Safety Data Sheet
ULTRAFORM N2320 0035 LEV AT UNCOLORED
POLYACETAL
Revision date : 2020/09/16 Page: 11/14
Version: 2.0 (30673396/SDS_GEN_MX/EN)

Assessment of reproduction toxicity: Based on our experience and the information available, no
adverse health effects are expected if handled as recommended with suitable precautions for
designated uses.

Other Information
Based on our experience and the information available, no adverse health effects are expected if
handled as recommended with suitable precautions for designated uses.

12. Ecological Information

Toxicity

Aquatic toxicity
Assessment of aquatic toxicity:
There is a high probability that the product is not acutely harmful to aquatic organisms. The inhibition
of the degradation activity of activated sludge is not anticipated when introduced to biological
treatment plants in appropriate low concentrations.

Persistence and degradability

Assessment biodegradation and elimination (H2O)

The product is virtually insoluble in water and can thus be separated from water mechanically in
suitable effluent treatment plants.

Bioaccumulative potential

Bioaccumulation potential
The product will not be readily bioavailable due to its consistency and insolubility in water.

Mobility in soil

Assessment transport between environmental compartments

Study scientifically not justified.
Safety Data Sheet
ULTRAFORM N2320 0035 LEV AT UNCOLORED
POLYACETAL
Revision date : 2020/09/16 Page: 12/14
Version: 2.0 (30673396/SDS_GEN_MX/EN)

13. Disposal considerations

Waste disposal of substance:
Check for possible recycling. Incinerate in suitable incineration plant, observing local authority
regulations.

Container disposal:
Packs must be completely emptied. Completely emptied packagings can be given for recycling.

14. Transport Information

Land transport
TDG
Not classified as a dangerous good under transport regulations

Sea transport
IMDG
Not classified as a dangerous good under transport regulations

Air transport
IATA/ICAO
Not classified as a dangerous good under transport regulations

15. Regulatory Information

Federal Regulations

Not applicable
Safety Data Sheet
ULTRAFORM N2320 0035 LEV AT UNCOLORED
POLYACETAL
Revision date : 2020/09/16 Page: 13/14
Version: 2.0 (30673396/SDS_GEN_MX/EN)

NFPA Hazard codes:

Health: 2 Fire: 1 Reactivity: 0 Special:

HMIS III rating

Health: 2 Flammability: 1 Physical hazard: 0

16. Other Information

SDS Prepared by:
BASF NA Product Regulations
SDS Prepared on: 2020/09/16

We support worldwide Responsible Care® initiatives. We value the health and safety of our
employees, customers, suppliers and neighbors, and the protection of the environment. Our
commitment to Responsible Care is integral to conducting our business and operating our facilities in
a safe and environmentally responsible fashion, supporting our customers and suppliers in ensuring
the safe and environmentally sound handling of our products, and minimizing the impact of our
operations on society and the environment during production, storage, transport, use and disposal of
our products.

ULTRAFORM® N2320 0035 LEV AT UNCOLORED POLYACETAL is a registered trademark of

BASF Mexicana or BASF SE

This information is considered accurate but is not exhaustive and shall only be used as a guideline
based on current knowledge of the chemical substance or mixture. Safety precautions suitable for the
product must be applied.

IMPORTANT: WHILE THE DESCRIPTIONS, DESIGNS, DATA AND INFORMATION CONTAINED

HEREIN ARE PRESENTED IN GOOD FAITH AND BELIEVED TO BE ACCURATE , IT IS
PROVIDED FOR YOUR GUIDANCE ONLY. BECAUSE MANY FACTORS MAY AFFECT
PROCESSING OR APPLICATION/USE, WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU MAKE TESTS TO
DETERMINE THE SUITABILITY OF A PRODUCT FOR YOUR PARTICULAR PURPOSE PRIOR TO
Safety Data Sheet
ULTRAFORM N2320 0035 LEV AT UNCOLORED
POLYACETAL
Revision date : 2020/09/16 Page: 14/14
Version: 2.0 (30673396/SDS_GEN_MX/EN)

USE. NO WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING

WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE
MADE REGARDING PRODUCTS DESCRIBED OR DESIGNS, DATA OR INFORMATION SET
FORTH, OR THAT THE PRODUCTS, DESIGNS, DATA OR INFORMATION MAY BE USED
WITHOUT INFRINGING THE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS OF OTHERS. IN NO CASE
SHALL THE DESCRIPTIONS, INFORMATION, DATA OR DESIGNS PROVIDED BE CONSIDERED
A PART OF OUR TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE. FURTHER, YOU EXPRESSLY
UNDERSTAND AND AGREE THAT THE DESCRIPTIONS, DESIGNS, DATA, AND INFORMATION
FURNISHED BY OUR COMPANY HEREUNDER ARE GIVEN GRATIS AND WE ASSUME NO
OBLIGATION OR LIABILITY FOR THE DESCRIPTION, DESIGNS, DATA AND INFORMATION
GIVEN OR RESULTS OBTAINED, ALL SUCH BEING GIVEN AND ACCEPTED AT YOUR RISK.
END OF DATA SHEET