MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
May be used to comply with OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200.
Standard must be consulted for specific requirements.
IDENTITY (As Used on Label and List)
GFG 7765-A5
SECTION I
Manufacturer's Name: Emergency Phone Number:
978-537-8071
ALPHAGARY CORPORATION
Telephone Number for Information:
Address (Number, Street, City, State & Zip Code):
170 Pioneer Drive 978-537-8071
Date Printed: 06/28/10 (supercedes all previous issues)
Leominster, MA 01453 Review Date: 08/01/09
SECTION II - Hazardous Ingredients / Identity Information
Hazardous Composition OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV Other Limits %
(mg/M3 ) (mg/M3 )
(Specific Chemical Identity;Common Name(s)) Recommended Optional
%
ANTIMONY COMPOUNDS 0.5 0.5 <2
< 10 %
DECABROMODIPHENYL OXIDE 5.0 5.0
SECTION III - Hazards Identification
Route(s) of Entry:
No hazards associated with product at ambient conditions. Processing at elevated temperatures may produce vapors. Appropriate
Eye Contact:
eye protection should be worn in occupational setting.
No hazards associated with product at ambient conditions. Processing at elevated temperatures can present exposure hazards
Skin Contact:
such as burns. Gloves and protective clothing should be worn when handling at elevated temperatures.
No hazards associated with product at ambient conditions. Processing at elevated temperatures may produce vapors and emissions.
Inhalation:
Adequate ventilation should be provided in work area.
None likely to occur in normal occupational use.
Ingestion:
SECTION IV - First Aid Measures
In case of eye irritation from the use of this product, immediately flush eyes with water and seek medical assistance if irritation
Eye:
persists.
If skin irritation occurs from handling this product, wash affected area with water. Seek medical attention if irritation persists or
Skin:
signs of allergic reaction are present (extreme reddening, swelling, severe itching, rash etc.)
If respiratory irritation occurs from this product, move person to well-ventilated area. Signs of respiratory irritation may include
Inhalation:
dryness or soreness of the nose and throat, persistent coughing, sneezing etc.
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
May be used to comply with OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200.
Standard must be consulted for specific requirements.
SECTION V - Fire Fighting Measures
NA NA NA
Flash Point Lower Explosion Limit (LEL) Upper Explosion Limit (UEL)
Water, ABC dry powder, CO2 and protein-type foams.
Extinguishing Media:
Fire fighters should wear full protective clothing, including self-contained breathing apparatus.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
Unusual Fire/Explosion Hazards:
Products of combustion may include carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons, etc.
SECTION VI - Accidental Release Measures
Recover spilled pellets for recycling or proper disposal. Sweep, shovel or vacuum pellets into container.
Land Spill:
In accordance with the Clean Water Act and as defined by the U. S. EPA in 40 CFR 122.26, plastic pellets are considered a
Water Spill:
"significant material" and should not be exposed to storm water or discharged to any navigable bodies of water.
NA
CERCLA Reportable Quantity (RQ):
SECTION VII - Handling And Storage
This material should be handled in accordance with good industrial and hygiene practices, including thorough washing after
Handling:
handling and before eating, drinking or using tobacco products.
AlphaGary recommends that this product be stored in dry conditions at a temperature up to 77?F and away from direct light.
Storage:
It is also recommended that this product be used within six months of the manufacturing date.
SECTION VIII - Exposure Control / Personal Protection
Wear safety glasses or goggles whenever handling this material in an occupational setting.
Eye Protection:
Although plastic pellets present no unusual hazards when handling, gloves and protective clothing should be worn,
Skin Protection:
particularly when working with this material at elevated temperatures. Gloves should also be worn when cleaning condensate
from exhaust hoods or other equipment.
Adequate local exhaust ventilation should be available in processing areas.
Ventilation:
SECTION IX - Physical And Chemical Properties
Cubical or spherical pellets ranging from approximately 1/32" - 1/8" per side.
Appearance:
Slight "plastic" odor
Odor:
1.10
Specific Gravity:
NA
Vapor Pressure:
NA
Melting Point:
Negligible
Solubility in Water:
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
May be used to comply with OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200.
Standard must be consulted for specific requirements.
SECTION X - Stability And Reactivity
Stable under normal conditions of handling, use and transportation.
Chemical Stability:
Will not occur.
Hazardous Polymerization:
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Products of hazardous decomposition may include carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons, etc.
Burning this product can produce toxic fumes.
Conditions To Avoid:
None.
Materials To Avoid:
SECTION XI - Toxicological Information
This product is a thermoplastic compound produced from a base polymer(s) and a number of additives. Toxicological information is currently not
available for this product. However, some data may be available for individual components. Because these components are proprietary, information
disclosure about specific components must be done on a case-by-case basis.
SECTION XII - Ecological Information
Ecological information is currently not available for this product. As with toxicological data, information may be available for some or all of the individual
components. Again, because of the proprietary nature of the components, disclosure on specific components must be done on a case-by-case basis.
SECTION XIII - Disposal Considerations
This material is not a RCRA hazardous waste. Dispose material in accordance with local, state and federal laws.
Disposal of Waste:
Thermoplastic compounds lend themselves to recycling. Recycling is preferred over waste disposal.
Recycling:
SECTION XIV - Transport Information
US Department of Transportation Classification: This material is not classified as hazardous under 49 CFR Parts 171-180.
International Air Transportation Association Classification (IATA): This material is not classified as hazardous.
International Maritime Organization (IMDG): This material is not classified as hazardous.
UN, IMO, ADR/RID, ICAO Code: This material is not dangerous for conveyance under these codes.
SECTION XV - Regulatory Information
All the components of this product are on the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Inventory, or are exempt ? YES
All components of this product appear on the Canadian Domestic Substance List (DSL) inventory ? YES
This product contains one or more substances known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm as defined
under the Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986 (Prop 65) ?YES
This product complies with the requirements of the European Union's RoHS Directive, formally known as "DIRECTIVE 2002/95/EC OF THE EUROPEAN
PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 27 January 2003 on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic
equipment". ? NO
This product contains, or was manufactured with, a Class I or Class II ozone depleting substance (ODS) as defined under the Clean Air Act (CAA) and
described in 40 CFR 82. ?NO
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
May be used to comply with OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200.
Standard must be consulted for specific requirements.
SECTION XV - Regulatory Information (con't)
REACH SVHC
This product contains the following Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC) as identified by the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) under
the European Union's REACH regulation 1907/2006/EC:
CAS# Substance of Very High Concern (SVHC) Percent by Weight
--------------- None Reportable -----------------
SECTION 313 SUPPLIER NOTIFICATION
This product contains the following toxic chemicals 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
CAS# Chemical Name Percent by Weight
N010 ANTIMONY COMPOUNDS 2
< %
1163-19-5 DECABROMODIPHENYL OXIDE < 10 %
SECTION XVI - Other Information
Hazard Rating Systems:
Health=2, Flammability=1, Reactivity=0
HMIS Classification:
Health=1, Flammability=1, Reactivity=0
NFPA Rating:
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