3000 John Deere Road Toano, VA Emergency phone: HARDWOOD Fax:

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1 3000 John Deere Road Toano, VA Emergency phone: HARDWOOD Fax: IMPORTANT NOTICE: This material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is issued by LUMBER LIQUIDATORS. LUMBER LIQUIDATORS flooring will issue a new MSDS when there is a change in product specifications and/or regulations. LUMBER LIQUIDATORS will not accept any responsibility for any change to its MSDS in content by other person or organization. IDENTIFICATION Product name: Trade name: Prefinished Strand Bamboo Flooring Morning Star Bamboo Flooring Other Names: Manufacturer Information: Various Lumber Liquidators Inc 3000 John Deere Road Toano, VA Tel: (757) Fax: (757) Description: This product is composed of bamboo fibers bonded together with urea formaldehyde (UF) resins. The fibers are mixed and pressed together to give a unique shade blend and increase hardness. The wear layer is finished by 7 coats of polyurethane with aluminum oxide coating manufactured by Treffert or Klumpp UN number: Dangerous goods class: Product Use: Building Materials! Commercial or Residential Revision 3, April 2009 Page 1 of 7

2 Hazardous ingredients/identity information: Name Bamboo OSHA 3 Urea Formaldehyde resin solids UV Finish Polymerized polyurethane CAS % Agency Exposure Limits Comments # OSHA ACGIH 4 ACGIH OSHA OSHA ACGIH 0-1 OSHA ACGIH PEL 5 -TWA 6 15 mg/m 3 PEL-TWA 5 mg/m 3 TLV 7 -TWA 3 mg/m 3 TLV-STEL 8 10 mg/m 3 PEL-TWA 0.75ppm PEL-STEL 2 ppm TLV - Ceiling 0.3 ppm PEL-TWA TLV-TWA none none Total dust Respirable dust fraction Respirable dust fraction Inhalable particles Free gaseous formaldehyde (contains less than 0.1% free formaldehyde) 1 CAS # = Chemical Abstract System. 2 OSHA = Occupational Safety and Health Administration. 3 AGCIH = American Conference of Government Industrial Hygienists. 4 PEL = Permissible Exposure Limit. 5 TWA = Time Weighted Average. 6 TLV = Threshold Limit Value. 7 STEL = Short Term Exposure Limit Note: Bamboo is a member of the grass family which has distinct anatomical differences from that of wood. Therefore, bamboo would be regulated as an organic dust in a category known as "Particulates Not Otherwise Regulated" (PNOR), or Nuisance Dust by OSHA. The ACGIH classifies dust or particulate in this category as "Particulates Not otherwise Specified". Physical data: Physical State: Boiling Point: Freezing Point: Specific Gravity: Vapour Density: Solid 0.58 g/ml % Volatiles By Volume: 0 Melting Point: Vapour Pressure: Percent Moisture 5% - 9% Solubility in H20 (% by wt.): Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1): ph: < 0.1% (highly insoluble) Revision 3, April 2009 Page 2 of 7

3 Appearance and odor: Bamboo fibers mixed creating a shade blend unique to each plank (light yellows for natural, light browns for carbonized or a mix of lights yellows and light browns shades). This product can also be stained with various colors. Low-fuming urea formaldehyde resins have a slightly aromatic odor. Fire and explosion data: Flash Point: Auto ignition Temperature: Explosive Limits in Air: Extinguishing Media Special Fire Fighting Procedures Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards Not available, however, it is usually accepted that the ignition of bamboo begins when the temperature reaches C (400! 500 F). (Depends upon duration of exposure to heat source and other variables).. See below under " Unusual fire and explosion hazards# Water, Carbon dioxide, Dry chemical, Sand. Sawing, sanding or machining can produce bamboo dust as a by-product which may present an explosion hazard if a dust cloud contacts an ignition source. An airborne concentration of air is often used as the LEL for bamboo dust. Reactivity data: Conditions Contributing to Instability Conditions to avoid Incompatibility Hazardous Decomposition Products Hazardous Polymerization Stable under normal conditions Excessive moisture, condensation or water vapor; Open flame or conditions above 400 F. Avoid contact with oxidizing agents. Avoid open flame. Product may ignite when temperature reaches in excess of 204 C (400 F). Thermal and/or thermal oxidative decomposition can produce irritating and toxic fumes and gases, including carbon monoxide, hydrogen cyanide, aldehydes, organic acids and polynuclear aromatic compounds. Revision 3, April 2009 Page 3 of 7

4 HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION Carcinogenicity Listing: (X) NTP 1 : Group 2, A & B Formaldehyde, Wood dust (X) IARC 2 Monographs; Formaldehyde, Group 2A, Wood dust, Group 1 (X) OSHA 3 Regulated: Formaldehyde NTP-Group 2: Reasonably anticipated to be a carcinogen. A) Limited evidence of carcinogenicity from studies in humans which indicates that causal relationship is credible. B) Sufficient evidence of carcinogenicity from studies in experimental animals IARC-Group 1: Carcinogenic to humans; sufficient evidence of carcinogenicity. This classification is primarily based on studies showing an association between occupational exposure to wood dust and adenocarcinoma of the nasal cavities and paranasal sinuses. IARC-Group 2A: Probably carcinogenic to humans; limited human evidence and sufficient evidence in experimental animals. Studies of cancer incidence among workers in a wide variety of occupations have failed to convincingly show carcinogenic activity of formaldehyde in humans. Gaseous formaldehyde has been shown to cause cancer in certain laboratory animals after long-term exposure to very high concentrations (14+ ppm); concentrations which are far above the levels of formaldehyde gas emitted by this product. 1 NTP = National Toxicology Program 2 IARC = International Agency for Research on Cancer 3 OSHA = Occupational Safety and Health Administration Exposure hazard: Eye Contact Skin Contact Ingestion Wood dust can cause mechanical irritation such redness and watering. for this product in its purchased form, however various species of wood dust may evoke allergic contact dermatitis in sensitized individuals. High concentrations of gaseous formaldehyde may cause allergic contact dermatitis. Not likely to occur under normal use. If ingested, may cause gastrointestinal tract irritation. Revision 3, April 2009 Page 4 of 7

5 Inhalation for this product in its purchased form, however, wood dust may cause nasal dryness, irritation and obstruction. Coughing and sneezing; sinusitis and prolonged colds have also been reported. Wood dust, depending on species, may cause respiratory sensitization and/or irritation. However, gaseous formaldehyde may cause respiratory difficulties for sensitized/allergic individuals. Emergency and first aid procedures: Eyes Skin Inhalation Ingestion Flush eyes with large amounts of water. Remove to fresh air. If irritation persists, get medical attention. Wash affected areas with soap and water. Get medical advice if rash or persistent irritation or dermatitis occurs. Although not applicable for this product in its purchased form. However, if inhalation of bamboo dust, remove to fresh air. Get medical advice if persistent irritation, severe coughing or breathing difficulty occurs. under normal use. PRECAUTIONS FOR USE Accidental Release Measures Handling and Storage for product in purchased form. Dust generated from sawing, sanding, drilling, or routing of products may be vacuumed or shoveled for recovery or disposal. Avoid dusty conditions and provide good ventilation. A NIOSH-approved dust respirator should be worn if dust exposure limits are exceeded. No special handling precautions are required for products in purchased form. Keep in cool, dry place away from open flame. This product will release small quantities of gaseous formaldehyde ($ 0.12 mg/m 3, which is below the E1 classification in accordance with EN 717-1:1998 test methods). Store in well ventilated area. Revision 3, April 2009 Page 5 of 7

6 Personal Protective Equipment: Respiratory Protection Protective Gloves Eye Protection for product in purchased form. A NIOSH-approved dust respirator is recommended when allowable exposure limits are exceeded. Not required. However, cloth, canvas, or leather gloves are recommended to minimize potential mechanical irritation slivers from handling and machining product. for product in purchased form. Goggles or safety glasses are recommended when machining this product. Other Protective Clothing or Equipments for product in purchased form. Outer garments may be desirable in extremely dusty areas. Work/Hygiene Practices Local Exhaust Special / other Follow good hygienic and housekeeping practices. Clean up areas where wood dust settles to avoid excessive accumulation of this combustible material. Minimize blowdown or other practices that generate high airborne-dust concentrations. Provide local exhaust as needed so that exposure limits are met. OTHER INFORMATION Disposal Consideration Transport and Regulatory information If disposed of or discarded in its purchased form, incineration is preferable. Dry land disposal is accepted in most states. It is, however, the user%s responsibility to determine at the time of disposal whether your product meets RCRA criteria for hazardous waste. Follow applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Not regulated as hazardous material by the U.S Department of Transportation and the Canadian Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG). Not a controlled product by WHMIS Revision 3, April 2009 Page 6 of 7

7 IMPORTANT: The information and data herein are believed to be accurate and have been compiled from sources deemed to be reliable. It is offered for your consideration, investigation and verification. Lumber Liquidators makes no warranty of any kind, express or implied, concerning the accuracy of completeness of the information and data herein. Lumber Liquidators will not be liable for claims relating to any party's use of or reliance on information and data contained herein regardless of whether it is claimed that the information and data are inaccurate, incomplete or otherwise misleading. It is incumbent upon the user to obtain the most up-to-date information. Revision 3, April 2009 Page 7 of 7