TRADE NAME: Matrixx™ Flowable

CHEMICAL COMPOSITION: Mixture of resin based on Bis-GMA, catalyst stabilizer, pigments

DATE REVISED: March 7, 2000

MANUFACTURER:
Discus Dental, Inc.
8550 Higuera Street
Culver City, CA 90232
Phone: (310) 845-8200
Fax: (310) 845-1537

HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS / IDENTITY:

CAS Nr: Name% R-classification
Risk Identification: Special risks for human beings and environment
Classification: Classification corresponds to actual EEC Guidelines

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS:

	Boiling Point: N/A
	Melting Point: N/A
	Flashing Point: N/A.
	Autognation temperature: N/A
	Danger of explosion: none
	Density Specific Gravity: ca.1.76 g/cm3
	Vapor pressure: N/A. (non-volatile)
	Viscosity: paste
	PH Level: neutral
	Solubility in Water: Insoluble. Slightly in toluene, silicone oil
	Appearance & Odor: Paste white yellowish tooth colored odorless

FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA:

Extinguishing media: CO2, Water

PHYSICAL HAZARDS (REACTIVITY DATA):

	Stability: Stable under normal conditions of use and storage
	Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): unstable, avoid heat, direct sunlight, peroxides, metal powders, strong oxidizers, free radical initiators
	Hazardous Decomposition Products: not known

HEALTH HAZARDS:
Allergic reaction to methacrylate by chronic exposure to product is possible

	Emergency & First Aid Procedures
	Skin: contact: X; skin absortion: n.d.
	Eyes: irritating, flush immediately with copious amounts of water; consult physician
	Inhalation: non- volatile
	Ingestion: possible toxic when swallowed; Consult physician immediately
	Sensitization of product: not observed
	Additional toxicological information: during the long period of use as filling material, no health disease are reported.

SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS AND SPILL / LEAK PROCEDURES:

	Precautions to be taken in Handling and Storage: store in a dry area
	Other Precautions: store away from food, acids and bases
	Steps to be taken in case material is released or spilled: Wipe up with absorbent material. Follow proper disposal or incineration procedures in accordance with local, state and federal regulations

SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION / CONTROL MEASURES:

	Protective Clothing or Equipment
	Work / Hygienic: routine

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