Product Name: Polyvinyl Alcohol Water Soluble Film Grade
Chemical Family: Polyvinyl alcohol polymers
Chemical Formula: (C2H4O)x
CAS Number: 9002-89-5
Manufacturer: Provided upon request
Use: Packaging, water dissolvable bags, agricultural film, detergent pods
Contact Details: Manufacturer’s phone and emergency contact available via supplier
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous according to GHS
Signal Word: None
Pictogram: None
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation of dust, eye or skin contact
Hazard Statements: May cause mild irritation to eyes, skin, or respiratory tract if dust forms
Precautionary Statements: Avoid generating or breathing dust, handle with care to reduce airborne particulates
Other Hazards: Slippery when wet due to moisture absorption
Main Component: Polyvinyl alcohol ≥98%
Residual Additives: Trace levels of sodium acetate, water, stabilizers (<0.5%)
Impurities: No known substances classified as hazardous under current regulations
Eye Contact: Rinse with clean water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present, seek medical help if irritation persists
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, seek medical advice if symptoms like coughing or shortness of breath develop
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, drink water: no serious health effects expected at small amounts, but consult a doctor if discomfort occurs
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, foam, dry chemical, CO2
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: None identified for this polymer
Special Hazards: May release carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, acetic acid vapors under combustion
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should use self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear
Advice: Cool down containers exposed to fire with water spray
Personal Precautions: Use personal protective equipment to prevent dust inhalation
Environmental Precautions: Prevent runoff to drains, sewers, and waterways
Cleanup Methods: Sweep or vacuum up material for reuse or disposal, avoid raising dust, wash area with water to remove residues if film is hydrated
Handling: Minimize dust creation, use local exhaust ventilation in processing areas, keep packaging closed
Storage Conditions: Store in original packaging in a dry, cool, well-ventilated area, avoid humidity to prevent premature disintegration, separate from strong oxidizers
Other Recommendations: Keep away from direct sunlight and heat sources
Exposure Limits: No established occupational exposure limits for polyvinyl alcohol
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation in high dust areas
Personal Protective Equipment: Dust proof goggles, gloves, dust mask or respirator for prolonged exposure, eye wash station accessible
Hygiene: Wash hands before breaks and after handling, avoid eating or drinking in handling areas
Appearance: Transparent or white film
Odor: Odorless
pH (4% solution): 5.0-7.0
Melting Point: >200°C (decomposition occurs before melting)
Solubility: Freely soluble in water, insoluble in organic solvents
Bulk Density: 1.19–1.31 g/cm³
Boiling Point: Not applicable
Flash Point: Not applicable
Auto-ignition Temperature: >300°C
Viscosity: Varies by grade in solution
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions
Conditions to Avoid: High temperatures, direct contact with oxidizing agents, moisture
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous Reactions: No dangerous reactions under normal conditions
Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides, acetic acid, trace organic vapors
Acute Toxicity: Very low—oral LD50 in rats >2000 mg/kg
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Non-irritating in standard studies
Eye Damage/Irritation: May cause mild, reversible eye irritation
Respiratory Sensitization: Not classified as a sensitizer
Chronic Effects: Long-term exposure not associated with significant health risks
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by OSHA, IARC, NTP
Mutagenicity: No mutagenic effects observed in standard studies
Toxicity: Low environmental hazard under normal use
Persistence and Degradability: Biodegradable in aerobic conditions, breaks down naturally in soil and water
Bioaccumulation Potential: Not expected due to rapid degradation
Mobility in Soil: High mobility as material dissolves in water
Other Adverse Effects: None known at anticipated concentrations
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose in accordance with local, regional, national legislation, can be treated as non-hazardous solid waste
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse thoroughly, recycle where possible
Additional Considerations: Do not release large quantities into drains or waterways to avoid aquatic oxygen depletion
UN Number: Not regulated for transport
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified as hazardous
Packing Group: Not required
Marine Pollutant: No
Special Precautions for User: Keep dry during transit, avoid extreme heat and moisture, secure packaging to prevent spillage
TSCA Status: Listed
REACH Status: Polymer exempt or registered under relevant monomers
OSHA Hazard Communication: Does not meet criteria for classification as hazardous chemical
Other Regulations: Not subject to specific US, EU, or international transport controls, not listed as a controlled substance, not subject to SARA Title III reporting
Workplace Labeling: Standard product labeling and hazard communication applies
