Material Safety Data Sheet
Cerra-Flex?Filter Fabric
AMETEK FOUNDRY PRODUCTS
Prepared 11/07
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Section 1 --- Chemical Product and Company Identification
Trade Name: Cerra-Flex Filter Fabric
Synonyms: None
Manufacturer: AMETEK Chemical Products Division
42 Mountain Avenue
Nesquehoning, PA 18240
Emergency Telephone No.: Chemtrec (800) 424-9300
Section 2 --- Composition/Information on Ingredients
Ingredients CAS N0. % Comp. OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV
Base Pre-Treated Filter Cloth
Amorphous Silica 7631-86-9 92-98 20 mppcf* None
Phenol-Formaldehyde 9003-35-4 15-20** None None
Phenol (free) 108-95-2 Unknown 5 ppm 5 ppm
Formaldehyde (free) 50-00-0 Unknown 0.75 ppm 0.3 ppm (C)***
Ceramic Coating
5 mg/m3 (ZR) 5 mg/m3 (ZR)
Zirconium Silicate 14940-68-2 >75%
Amorphous Silica 7631-86-9 17%-20% 20 mppcf* None
Dipotassium Flourescein 6417-85-2 1%-2% None None
Oxirane polymer with 2 ethyl 68460-10-6 2%-3% None None
hexyl dihydrogen phosphate
Aluminum Silicate 1302-76-7 1.5%-2% None None
10 mg/m3
Silica Quartz 14808-60-7 <0.35% 0.025 (resp.)
?% SiO2 + 2
15 mg/m3 10 mg/m3
Titanium Dioxide 13463-67-7 <0.2%
Iron Trioxide 1309-37-1 <0.04%
Zinc 7440-66-6 <0.009%
* OSHA PEL Table Z-3: Millions of particles per cubic foot of air.
** % of actual coating as a % of the base material.
***C = Ceiling
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Section 3 --- Hazard Information
HMIS Rating: No hazard rating is available for this product.
Primary Entry Routes: Skin contact, inhalation, ingestion and eye contact
Effects of Overexposure:
Inhalation: Inhalation of airborne fibers may cause minor irritation to the mouth, nose, and throat.
Eye: May be irritating to the eyes.
Skin: May be irritating to the skin and repeated contact may cause dermatitis in sensitive individuals.
Ingestion: May cause temporary irritation of the digestive tract, but not an expected route of entry in industrial uses.
Crystalline Silica ?Prolonged exposure to respirable crystalline silica may cause delayed (chronic) lung injury
(silicosis, pneumoconiosis). Acute or rapidly developing silicosis may occur in a short period of time in heavy
exposure in certain occupations such as sandblasters. Silicosis is a form of disabling pulmonary fibrosis, which can be
progressive and may lead to death. There is evidence that individuals with silicosis may also experience incidences of
scleroderma (immune system disorder), tuberculosis and nephrotoxicity (kidney lesions).
Titanium Dioxide ?Inhalation of excessive amounts of titanium dioxide dust are reported to produce mild and
temporary respiratory tract irritations with cough, sneezing and shortness of breath. Grossly excessive and prolonged
exposure may lead to lung injury (non-progressive lung fibrosis). Titanium Dioxide is considered to have a low degree
of oral and dermal toxicity and to be practically non-irritating to skin.
Zirconium Silicate ?Contains trace quantities of naturally occurring radioactive uranium, thorium, and radium (106-
120 picocuries/gram). Over-exposure to respirable dusts containing radioactive uranium, thorium and radium may
cause lung cancer. Studies of humans also suggest that repeated overexposure of zirconium compounds causes allergic
skin granulomas with symptoms of rough and grainy skin.
Crystalline Silica: Symptoms may not appear until significant injury has occurred. Silicosis (onset may be from 2-
30 years); cancer (unknown). Acute signs of exposure may be cough, tightness in chest, shortness of breath, eye
irritation, wheezing and sputum production. Lung scarring produced by such inhalation may lead to a progressive
massive fibrosis of the lung, which may aggravate other pulmonary tuberculosis. Progressive, massive fibrosis may
be accompanied by right heart enlargement, heart failure, and pulmonary failure. Smoking aggravates the effects of
exposure
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure:
Any pre-existing respiratory or pulmonary disease or condition, such as, but not limited to, bronchitis, emphysema
and asthma. Individuals with silicosis are predisposed to develop tuberculosis.
Carcinogenicity:
OSHA carcinogens: Formaldehyde gas
IARC Class 1 (carcinogenic to humans): Formaldehyde gas, silica quartz
IARC Class 3 (possibly carcinogenic to humans): Phenol and amorphous silica
NTP 2 (reasonably anticipated to be a carcinogen): Formaldehyde gas
Section 4 --- First Aid Measures
Inhalation: Move the person to fresh air and support breathing as required. If symptoms (wheezing, coughing,
shortness of breath, or burning in the mouth, throat, or chest) develop, call a physician and be prepared to transport the
victim to a hospital for treatment.
Eye Contact: First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Lift eyelids and flush immediately with
flooding amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Do not allow the victim to rub his/her eyes or keep them shut.
Consult a physician or ophthalmologist if all material cannot be removed or if there is continuing irritation.
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Skin Contact: Remove clothing around affected area. Rinse away loose material and wash affected area with soap
and water. If there is a severe skin reaction or reddened or blistered skin, consult a physician and be prepared to
transport the victim to a hospital for treatment.
Ingestion: Seek professional medical attention immediately.
Section 5 --- Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point: N/A
Autoignition Temperature: None reported
Lower Explosive Limit: N/A
Upper Explosive Limit: N/A
Extinguishing Media: Carbon Dioxide, water, foam or dry chemical as suitable for type of surrounding fire.
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: While the refractory coated fabric has an upper temperature limit of 3500癋,
and does not support combustion on its own, the component Flexsil fabric (if exposed by itself) may emit the
combustion products of the phenolic resin, carbon monoxide, and/or carbon dioxide and other unidentified organic
compounds.
Fire Fighting: Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) with full face piece operated in the pressure
demand or positive pressure mode. Do not allow runoff from fire fighting to enter roadways or sewers.
Section 6 --- Accidental Release Measures
Wear appropriate protective clothing and respiratory protection for the situation. Cover small spills with sand or other
Use dustless methods (vacuum) and place into closeable container. Do not dry-sweep. Wear protective equipment.
Dispose of according to federal, state and local regulations.
Section 7 --- Handling and Storage
Store material in a clean, dry place, and keep packaging container closed. Particular care should be taken when
working with "used" material to minimize dust. If exposure limits are exceeded and or irritation is experienced,
NIOSH approved respiratory protection should be worn. Wash hands and exposed body parts thoroughly after using
material.
Section 8 --- Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
Ventilation ?Use sufficient local exhaust and ventilation to reduce the level of respirable dust to the permissible
exposure limit.
Respiratory Protection: None required when adequate ventilation conditions exist. Wear a NIOSH approved air
purifying respirator if respiratory irritation is experienced.
Eye Protection ?Safety glasses with side shields or chemical splash goggles should be worn to prevent eye contact.
A good safety practice is to have an eyewash station readily available near the work area.
Protective Clothing ?Wear appropriate chemical resistant protective clothing and chemical resistant gloves. Butyl
or neoprene material should be suitable when handling this material.
Hygienic Practices ?Avoid inhalation and ingestion of this material. Avoid eye contact. Avoid creating dust from
the material.
Other Protective Measures and Equipment ?Use dustless systems for handling, storage and cleanup so that
airborne dust does not exceed the PEL. Use adequate ventilation and dust collection. Practice good housekeeping.
Do not permit dust to collect on walls, floors, sills, ledges, machinery, or equipment. Maintain, clean and fit test
respirators in accordance with OSHA regulations. Maintain and test ventilation and dust collection equipment.
Wash or vacuum clothing that has become dusty.
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Section 9 --- Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical Data (Cured, Refractory Coating Only)
Boiling Point ?N/A
Melting Point ?N/A
Solubility in Water ?Insoluble
Vapor Pressure ?N/A
Vapor Density ?N/A
Specific Gravity ?4.68
Color ?Orange (uncured refractory color is White)
Odor ?Odorless
Physical State ?Solid (hard, cured refractory ceramic)
Physical Data (underlying coated fabric only)
Boiling Point ?4046癋
Melting Point ?3000癋
Solubility in Water ?Insoluble
Vapor Pressure ?N/A
Vapor Density ?N/A
Specific Gravity ?2.2
Color ?Brown
Odor ?Slightly phenolic resin odor
Physical State ?Mesh fabric coated with phenolic resin
Section 10 --- Stability and Reactivity
Cured Refractory Coating Only
Chemical Stability ?Product is stable
Incompatibilities ?None
Hazardous Polymerization ?None
Hazardous Products Produced During Decomposition ?Zircon will disassociate to zirconium oxide (ZrO2) and silicon
dioxide (SiO2) when heated above 2800癋.
Mesh Fabric Only
Chemical Stability ?Product is stable at normal temperature and storage conditions
Incompatibilities ?Basic phosphates, hydrofluoric acid, and some oxides and hydroxides.
Hazardous Polymerization ?None
Hazardous Products Produced During Decomposition ?Thermal decomposition of phenolic coating may produce
carbon monoxide and or carbon dioxide, as well as other unidentified organic compounds.
Section 11 --- Toxicological Information
Phenol:
Acute inhalation, mouse - LC50 = 177 mg/m3
Acute dermal, rabbit - LD50 = 630 mg/kg
Formaldehyde (free):
Acute inhalation, cat - LCLO = 400 mg/m3/2 hours
Acute oral, rat ?LD50 = 500 mg/k
Amorphous Silica:
Acute oral, rat ?LD50 = 3,160 mg/kg
Acute intravenous, rat ?LD50 = 15 mg/kg
Zirconium Compounds:
Acute oral, rat ?LD50 = 990-2,290 mg/kg (insoluble zirconium salts)
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Section 12 --- Ecological Information
Refractory Coating Only:
Zirconium and Zirconium Compounds ?Zirconium is moderately toxic to green algae (96-hr EC50 2.6 mg/l), no more
than slightly toxic to rainbow trout (96-hr LC50 > 20 mg/l), slightly to moderately toxic to bluegill sunfish (96-hr
LC50 15-240 mg/l) and slightly toxic to practically non-toxic to fathead minnow (96-hr LC50 14-115 mg/l).
Chemical Fate Information
Zirconium and Zirconium Compounds ?Zirconium is an element and will not degrade. It occurs in the environment
in insoluble forms which remain unavailable to living organisms. In a bioconcentration assay in bluegill sunfish,
zirconium showed a low potential bioaccumulate with a bioconcentration factor of 3.3.
Coated Fabric Only:
Phenolic Coating ?Phenol may possibly be leached out of product by water. Protect all waterways. Toxicity is
expected to be low based on the insolubility in water of the material.
Section 13 --- Disposal Considerations
Dispose in accordance with Federal, State and Local regulations. Zircon may contain traces of radioactive materials,
such as uranium and thorium. The combined content of uranium and thorium is less than the 500-ppm limit for source
material as set by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Zircon mineral products are not currently regulated by the
EPA as hazardous wastes, but individual states and localities do have disposal regulations so it is advisable to check
with them for specific disposal instructions.
Section 14 --- Transport Information
DOT Proper Shipping Name: Cerra-Flex coated Filter Fabric
DOT Hazardous Class: None
DOT UN/NA Number: None
Emergency Response Guide Number: None
Section 15 --- Regulatory Information
CERCLA CERCLA CWA CAA SARA SARA
Hazardous Reportable NPDES Section Toxic Extremely
Component Substance Quantity Discharge 112 Chemical Hazardous
(Section 102) (Lbs.) (Section (40 CFR Substance
307(a) 372) (40 CFR
355)
--- --- --- --- --- ---
Amorphous
Silica
--- --- --- --- --- ---
Phenol-
Formaldehyde
X 1,000 X X X X
Phenol (free)
X 100 X X X X
Formaldehyde
(free)
--- --- --- --- --- ---
Dipotassium
Flourescein
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--- --- --- --- --- ---
Oxirane polymer
with 2 ethyl
hexyl dihydrogen
phosphate
--- --- --- --- --- ---
Zirconium Silicate
--- --- --- --- --- ---
Aluminum Silicate
--- --- --- --- --- ---
Silica Quartz
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Titanium Dioxide
The listed components by themselves are not classified as RCRA hazardous wastes. However, certain compounds
containing some components, or certain processing of some components, may produce hazardous wastes. Consult
40 CFR 261 for classification and lists of hazardous wastes.
TSCA: The chemical substances in this product are on the TSCA Section 8 Inventory
Components listed as OSHA air contaminants are found in Section 2 of this MSDS.
International Regulations as Follows:
Canadian WHMIS: This MSDS has been prepared in compliance with Controlled Product Regulations except for the
use of the 16 headings.
Canadian DSL: The chemical substances in this product are listed on the Domestic Substance List (DSL).
Section 16 --- Other Information
The following chemicals are subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of the Emergency Planning and
Community Right-to-Know Act of 1986 and of 40 CFR 372: Phenol, formaldehyde.
THE ABOVE INFORMATION IS BELIEVED TO BE ACURATE BASED ON THE MOST CURRENT DATA
AVAILABLE. AMETEK MAKES NO WARRANTY, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, WITH RESPECT TO
SUCH INFORMATION, AND ASSUMES NO LIABILITY RESULTING FROM ITS USE. USERS ARE
ADVISED TO CONDUCT THEIR OWN TEST TO DETERMINE THE SAFETY AND SUITABILITY OF EACH
PRODUCT OR PRODUCT COMBINATION FOR THEIR OWN PURPOSES. AMETEK SHALL NOT BE
LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIMS, LOSSES OR DAMAGES OF ANY THIRD PARTY OR FOR LOST PROFITS OR
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTAL DAMAGES.
Prepared 3/08
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