In order for Shin-Etsu Chemical's customers to use our products more safely, we have decided to change the containers used for our silicone products in the following three classes of containers: 1)metal cans of 1kg or 500g, 2)18kg rectangular metal cans and 3)20L pail-type metal cans with a lid. The details of the changes in these containers are explained below. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in this matter.
Changed containers
Metal can of 1kg or 500g
18kg rectangular metal can
20L pail-type metal can
These containers are used for many different kinds of silicone products such as silicone fluids, modified silicone fluids and liquid rubber (RTV rubber).
Changes and containers to be affected
The discontinuation of nozzle use
Containers affected:metal cans of 1kg or 500g Changes:
At present, a polyethylene nozzle is attached inside of the mouth of the metal can. It was found that because of this nozzle, depending on the way the container might be opened, the liquid content might spurt out at the top of the can. Accordingly, for the sake of greater safety, we have decided to discontinue the use of nozzles.
Polyethylene nozzle
Nozzle attached to a metal can
Change in the labeling on the metal cap
Containers affected: metal cans of 1kg or 500g, 18kg rectangular metal cans and 20L pail-type metal cans with a lid. Changes: The previous metal cap (left) that had Shin-Etsu's logo mark printed on it will be changed to the metal cap shown below (right) .
Before the Change
After the change
The time schedule for shipments of products in the new containers.
The new containers will be used for those products manufactured from July 2007.
For any inquiries:
If you have any questions about this change or wish any further information, please contact us at one of the contact addresses listed on the following page.
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The discontinuation of nozzle use
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