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Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for Covestro products | Covestro
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Product description
Form supplied
Desmodur® 0121 can be supplied as a liquid ISO container or a solidified block in large drums (net weight 225 kg)
Sampling
Moisture access should be prevented when taking product samples.
Specification
| Property | Test Condition | Value | Unit | Standard |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2,4'-MDI Content | ≤ 1,8 | % by wt. | MDI-01-06 | |
| Hydrolysable chlorine | ≤ 50 | ppm | MDI-01-04 | |
| MDI-Dimer* | ≤ 0,1 | % by wt. | MDI-01-08 |
*applies only to the liquid form at the time of delivery
Typical Values
| Property | Test Condition | Value | Unit | Standard |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purity ( mol. wt. 250 ) | ≥ 99,5 | % by wt. | MDI-01-01 | |
| NCO-content (theoretical) | 33,6 | % by wt. | ||
| Freezing point | ≥ 38,4 | °C | ||
| Phenylisocyanate-content | ≤ 10 | ppm | MDI-01-09 | |
| Viscosity at 40 °C | 4,1 | mPa·s | ||
| Density at 40 °C | 1,19 | g/cm3 | DIN 51757 | |
| Specific Heat (cp) | approx. 1,39 | kJ/kg*K | ||
| Heat of fusion | approx. 102 | J/g |
* These values provide general information and are not part of the product specification
Storage
Recommended storage temperature (°C) 43±2°C
Shelf life (from date of delivery) if stored in sealed, moisture-tight containers. ≤ 3 weeks
Recommended storage temperature (°C) < 5°C
Shelf life (from date of delivery) if stored in sealed, moisture-tight drums. ≤ 3 months
Like all isocyanates, Desmodur® 0121 is sensitive to moisture and reacts with water to form insoluble urea derivatives and carbon dioxide. The generation of carbon dioxide in sealed containers can lead to a dangerous build-up of pressure. Contact with air, especially if accompanied by simultaneous exposure to light, accelerates yellowing. It is therefore advisable to store liquid Desmodur® 0121 under dry nitrogen. Yellowing generally has no effect on the product's processing behaviour, however.Desmodur® 0121 is sensitive to heat and likely to dimeriation. The solid product dimerises more rapidly at room temperature than the liquid product stored at 43 °C. Crystallized Desmodur® 0121 should therefore be stored at temperatures below +5 °C and melted rapidly but gently before use. Although the rate of dimerisation decreases as the temperature drops, storage stability is still limited even at temperatures below + 5 °C.Handling regulations, technical data relating to safety, advice on the transportation of liquids and on customer tank farms and suggestions for melting equipment are available from us on request.
Health and Safety Information
Disclaimer
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Restrictions on Regulated Applications
This product is not intended for use in regulated applications such as agriculture, cosmetics, drinking water contact, food contact, medical products (e.g., medical devices), toys, or similar uses subject to specific regulatory requirements. Prior written approval from Covestro is required before this product may be used in any regulated application. The customer is solely responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and determining product suitability. Covestro disclaims all liability and warranties for unauthorized regulated uses.
Typical Value
The values provided are typical only and do not represent binding specifications. Unless expressly confirmed in a written contract, these values are not part of the contractual quality agreement and must not be relied upon as a warranty or guarantee of product performance.
Sample
Samples provided by Covestro are intended solely for evaluation and testing purposes by the customer and may not be used in commercial applications, resold, transferred to third parties (except qualified testing service providers acting on behalf of the customer), reverse engineered, modified, or used in any manner not explicitly authorized in writing by Covestro. Samples are provided ‘as-is’ without any warranties, express or implied, including fitness for a particular purpose. Customers are solely responsible for ensuring safe handling, regulatory compliance, and suitability of the material for their intended evaluations. Covestro disclaims all liability for damages or losses arising from the use of samples.
Contact Information
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