Is devcon 5 minute epoxy reef safe?

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  1. familiar1985

    familiar1985 Bristle Worm

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  3. jdameli1

    jdameli1 Torch Coral

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    I havent personally used it, but I imagine it is probably fine so long as it cures outside of your water.

    Does it say anything about ingredients in the package, you could probably compare it to the known safe ones
     
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    clarky2120 Bubble Tip Anemone

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    Honestly why take the chance over $5 epoxy?
     
  5. familiar1985

    familiar1985 Bristle Worm

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    What are the known safe ones?

    I was told that any 5 minute epoxy should be ok so i bought this one as it is the only one available at osh. It says contains epoxy resin and polymercaptan amines.

    http://www.itwconsumer.com/productfiles/msds_117.pdf
    Says after curing it is not hazardous in that link.

    however at this link it says not to use on areas that will come in contact with food related items
    http://www.itwconsumer.com/productfiles/tech_117.pdf
     
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