EPSON
Material Safety Data Sheet
1. Article and Corporate Identification
Product: Epson Yellow Toner Cartridge S050187
for use with Epson AcuLaser CX11N and
CX11NF Printers
Manufacturer/Distributor: Epson America, Inc.
3840 Kilroy Airport Way
Long Beach, CA 90806
United States
TEL: 562-276-1369
FAX: 562-997-5799
The EPSON S050187 Toner Cartridge
2. Composition Information
Toner is a moist powdered formulation
Ink Composition CAS No. % By Weight
Styrene/acrylate copolymer mixture - 60 – 70%
Mn-Mg-Sr ferrite powder - 10 – 20%
Proprietary acrylic resin - 1 –10 %
Proprietary yellow pigment - 1 –10 %
Amorphous silica - 1 –10%
Carbon Black 1333-86-4 1 –10%
3. Hazard Identification
3.1 Emergency Overview: Toner is a moist yellow powder that may cause eye irritation. Avoid contact with eyes or
clothing. In the case of skin contact, wash with soap and water. Keep out of reach of
children.
3.2 Potential Health Effects:
Eyes: Toner contact with eye may be mildly irritating. See Section 11 for Toxicology.
Skin: Toner contact with skin may cause irritation, swelling, or redness. It is not expected to cause an allergic
skin reaction. See Section 11 for Toxicology.
Inhalation: Intentional exposure to toner may cause respiratory irritation. See Section 11 for Toxicology.
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Ingestion: May cause upset stomach. See Section 11 for Toxicology.
4. First Aid Measures
4.1 Eyes: Immediately flush with room temperature, low pressure, clean water for at least 15 minutes. Seek
medical attention if eye irritation continues.
4.2 Skin: Wash surface areas with soap and water. Wash soiled clothing before rewearing. Seek medical
attention if irritation continues.
4.3 Inhalation: Remove subject to ventilated fresh air. Consult physician if necessary or if cough develops.
4.4 Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water. Seek medical attention if stomach continues to be upset.
5. Fire Fighting Measures
5.1 Flammability: Flash point is greater than 230 °F / 110 °C (closed cup in accordance with ASTM
D3278)
5.2 Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical or carbon dioxide
5.3 Fire Fighting Instructions: No special fire fighting procedures are required other than breathing apparatus. No
special explosion hazards are known.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Shut off ignition sources. If a spill occurs, use moist sponges to wipe-up toner, then rinse area with damp cloth.
Place waste in closed container for disposal. Use proper ventilation. Do not dispose of waste to the sewer. No eye
or skin protection required during clean-up if toner is not dispersed into air. Wash hands with soap and water.
7. Precautions for Safe Handling and Use
Keep out of reach of children, do not dismantle, and do not incinerate cartridge. Keep cartridge in dark, cool, dry,
and well ventilated area. Do not store cartridges with oxidizing agents. Make sure cartridge is dry before insertion
into printer housing. Avoid dispersing toner.
8. Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
8.1 Engineering Controls: None required when cartridges are used as intended
8.2 Exposure Controls: None required when cartridges are used as intended. Otherwise,
ACGIH TLV (2003): 10mg/cubic meter (total)
3mg/cubic meter (respirable)
8.3 Personal Protection: None required when cartridges are used as intended
MSDS # S050187 Version 3.5 (USA)
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