Material Name: Material Safety Data
Fiber Glass Wool Commercial & Industrial Insulation Sheet ID: 1009
Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product Name Fiber Glass Wool Insulation
CAS# Not applicable
Generic Name Fiber Glass Wool Product
Formula Not available
Chemical Name: Mixture
Hazard Label FGW-01 or FGW-01-HT or FGW-01-1009 or L1009
Manufacturer Information
Johns Manville Telephone: 303-978-2000 8:00AM-5:00PM M-F
Performance Materials Division Internet Address: http://www.jm.com
P.O. Box 5108 Emergency: 800-424-9300 (Chemtrec, In English)
Denver, CO 80127 USA
Trade Names:
800 Series Spin-Glas?Board Insulations; Insul-SHIELD?Coated Black; Spiracoustic;
1000 Series Spin Glas?Board; Linacoustic?RC; Spin Glas?HTB 26 & 23;
Blended Blowing Wool; Mat-Faced Micro-Aire?Duct Board; Spirocoustic Plus;
Fabrication Board; Micro-Flex Large Diameter Pipe and Tank Wrap; SuperDuct Boards;
Grooved Duct Board; Micro-Lok?Pipe Insulation; SuperDuct RC Boards;
Hullboard (Incombustible); Permacote?Linacoustic?(Standard, HP, andR-300); Zeston Hi-Lo Temp?Insulation Inserts.
Hullinsul?Fiber Glass Board; Precipitator Spin Glas?
Incombustible Microlite? R series Microlite?(plain, FSK, PSK,& vinylfaced);
Section 2 - Composition / Information on Ingredients
CAS # Component Percent
65997-17-3 Fiber Glass Wool 50-98
Not Available Non-woven, AP, FSK, PSK, or vinyl facings; or vinyl, acrylic, or latex coatings 0-40
25104-55-6 Urea extended phenol-formaldehyde binder (cured) 2-18*
25212-25-3 Urea extended phenol-melamine formaldehyde binder (cured) 2-18*
25038-59-9 Polyester fiber 1-10**
Not Available Acrylic Coating 0-10****
Not Available Continuous Filament Glass Fiber (CAS # 65997-17-3) 1-10***
1163-19-5 Decabromodiphenyl oxide (in coating) <1*****
1333-86-4 Carbon black <1**
21564-17-0 Thiocyanic acid, (2-benzothiazolythio)methyl ester <1**
25637-99-4 Cyclododecane, hexabromo- <1******
1309-64-4 Antimony trioxide 0.1-3*******
Additional Component Information
* Binder may be either of these.
** Component of black products only.
*** Component of Insul-SHIELD Coated Black, Linacoustic RC, and Mat-Faced Micro-Aire?Duct Board only.
****Acrylic coating is a component of Mat-Faced Micro-Aire?Duct Board only.
***** Decabromodiphenyl oxide is a component of black coated products only.
****** Cyclododecane, hexabromo- is a component of the Spiracoustic product only.
******* Note: Antimony trioxide (fire retardant) may be present in the facings and/or adhesives. Occupational exposure to
airborne antimony trioxide is not expected to occur due to product form(s) and intended use(s). Exposure limit is given for
reference only.
Section 3 - Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview
APPEARANCE AND ODOR: Gold, yellow, or black fibrous glass blanket, board, or formed shape with or without facings. No significant
odor.
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Products designed for high temperature applications (above 177篊/350篎) may release gases irritating to the eyes, nose and
throat during initial heat-up. In tightly confined or poorly ventilated areas, use air supplied respirators during the first heat-up
cycles.
Inhalation of excessive amounts of dust from the product may cause temporary upper respiratory irritation and/or congestion--
remove individual to fresh air.
Potential Health Effects
Summary
Breathing dust from this product may cause a scratchy throat, congestion, and slight coughing. Getting dust or fibers on the
skin, or in the eyes may cause itching, rash, or redness. Additional health and safety information is provided in Section 11 of
this material safety data sheet.
When subjected to high heat and humidity, this product may release formaldehyde gas. Formaldehyde is irritating to the eyes
and respiratory system and may cause cancer (based on animal studies). Formaldehyde may cause skin or respiratory
sensitization (allergy).
HMIS (Hazardous Materials Information System) ratings for Health - Flammability - Physical Hazard: *1 - 0 - 0
Inhalation
Irritation of the upper respiratory tract (scratchy throat), coughing, and congestion may occur in extreme exposures.
Skin
Temporary irritation (itching) or redness may occur.
Ingestion
This product is not intended to be ingested (eaten). If ingested, it may cause temporary irritation to the gastrointestinal
(digestive) tract.
Eyes
Temporary irritation (itching) or redness may occur.
Ears
Temporary irritation (itching) or redness may occur.
Primary Routes of Entry (Exposure)
Inhalation (breathing dust, fibers, or vapors), skin, and eye contact.
Target Organs
Nose (nasal passages), throat, lungs, skin, eyes.
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure
Pre-existing chronic respiratory, skin, or eye diseases or conditions.
Section 4 - First Aid Measures
First Aid: Inhalation
Remove to fresh air. Drink water to clear throat, and blow nose to remove dust.
First Aid: Skin
Wash gently with soap and water to remove dust. Wash hands before eating or using the restroom.
First Aid: Ingestion
Product is not intended to be ingested or eaten. If this product is ingested, irritation of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract may occur,
and should be treated symptomatically. Rinse mouth with water to remove fibers, and drink plenty of water to help reduce the
irritation. No chronic effects are expected following ingestion.
First Aid: Eyes
Do not rub or scratch your eyes. Dust particles may cause the eye to be scratched. Flush eyes with large amounts of water for
5-15 minutes. If irritation persists, contact a medical professional.
First Aid: Ears
Wash exposed skin with soap and water. If irritation develops in the inner ear, seek medical attention.
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Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point: Not applicable Method Used: Not applicable
Upper Flammable Limit (UFL): Not applicable Lower Flammable Limit (LFL): Not applicable
Auto Ignition: Not determined Flammability Classification: Not determined
Rate of Burning: Not determined
General Fire Hazards
There is no potential for spontaneous fire or explosion.
Extinguishing Media
Carbon dioxide (CO2 ), water, water fog, dry chemical.
Fire Fighting Equipment/Instructions
No special procedures are expected to be necessary for this product. Normal fire fighting procedures should be followed to
avoid inhalation of smoke and gases.
NFPA Ratings for Health - Flammability - Reactivity are: 1 - 0 - 0
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
Containment Procedures
Pick up large pieces. Vacuum dusts. If sweeping is necessary, use a dust suppressant such as water. Do not dry sweep dust
accumulation or use compressed air for clean-up. These procedures will help to minimize potential exposures.
Clean-Up Procedures
Avoid the generation of dusts during clean-up.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
Handling Procedures
Use protective equipment as described in Section 8 of this material safety data sheet when handling uncontained material.
Storage Procedures
Warehouse storage should be in accordance with package directions, if any. Material should be kept dry, and protected from
moisture.
Section 8 - Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Exposure Guidelines
A: General Product Information
Glass wool fiber, OSHA voluntary Health and Safety Partnership Program (HSPP): 1 f/cc TWA for fibers longer than 5 祄 with
a diameter less than 3 祄.
Protective equipment should be used as necessary to prevent irritation of the throat, eyes, and skin, and to keep exposures
below the applicable exposure limits identified in Section 8.
B: Component Exposure Limits
Fiber Glass Wool (65997-17-3)
ACGIH: 1 fiber/cm3 TWA (respirable fibers: length > 5 祄, aspect ratio equal to or greater than 3:1, as
determined by the membrane filter method at 400-450X magnification (4-mm objective), using
phase-contrast illumination.)
Continuous Filament Glass Fiber (CAS # 65997-17-3) (Not Available)
ACGIH: 1 fiber/cm3 TWA (respirable fibers: length > 5 祄, aspect ratio equal to or greater than 3:1, as
determined by the membrane filter method at 400-450X magnification (4-mm objective), using
phase-contrast illumination.); 5 mg/m3 TWA (inhalable fraction)
Carbon black (1333-86-4)
ACGIH: 3.5 mg/m3 TWA
OSHA: 3.5 mg/m3 TWA
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Personal Protective Equipment: Eyes/Face
Safety glasses with sideshields are recommended to keep dust out of the eyes.
Personal Protective Equipment: Ears
Use ear protection (earplugs, hood, or earmuffs) to prevent airborne dust or fibers from entering the ear, if necessary.
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Personal Protective Equipment: Skin
Leather or cotton gloves should be worn to prevent skin contact and irritation. Barrier creams may also be used to reduce skin
contact and irritation caused by fiber glass.
Personal Protective Equipment: Respiratory
A respirator should be used if ventilation is unavailable, or is inadequate for keeping dust and fiber levels below the applicable
exposure limits. In those cases, use a NIOSH-certified disposable or reusable particulate respirator with an efficiency rating of
N95 or higher (under 42 CFR 84) when working with this product. For exposures up to five times the established exposure
limits use a quarter-mask respirator, rated N95 or higher; and for exposures up to ten times the established exposure limits
use a half-mask respirator (e.g., MSA's DM-11, Racal's Delta N95, 3M's 8210), rated N95 or higher. Operations such as
sawing, blowing, tear out, and spraying may generate airborne fiber concentrations requiring a higher level of respiratory
protection. For exposures up to 50 times the established exposure limits use a full-face respirator, rated N99 or higher.
Products designed for high temperature applications (above 177篊/350篎) may release gases irritating to the eyes, nose and
throat during initial heat-up. In tightly confined or poorly ventilated areas, use air supplied respirators during the first heat-up
cycles.
Ventilation
In fixed manufacturing settings, local exhaust ventilation should be provided at areas of cutting to remove airborne dust and
fibers. General dilution ventilation should be provided as necessary to keep airborne dust and fibers below the applicable
exposure limits and guidelines. The need for ventilation systems should be evaluated by a professional industrial hygienist,
while the design of specific ventilation systems should be conducted by a professional engineer.
Personal Protective Equipment: General
Wear a cap, a loose-fitting, long-sleeved shirt and long pants to protect skin from irritation. Exposed skin areas should be
washed with soap and warm water after handling or working with fiber glass. Clothing should be washed separately from other
clothes, and the washer should be rinsed thoroughly (run empty for a complete wash cycle). This will reduce the chances of
fiber glass being transferred to other clothing.
Section 9 - Physical & Chemical Properties
Appearance: Odor:
Gold, yellow, or black fibrous glass blanket, board, Mild formaldehyde
or formed shapes, with or without facings.
Physical State: pH:
Solid Not applicable
Vapor Pressure: Vapor Density:
Not applicable Not applicable
Boiling Point: Melting Point:
Not applicable >704篊/1300篎
Solubility (H2 O): Specific Gravity:
Nil Variable
Percent Volatile: VOC:
No data Not applicable
Section 10 - Chemical Stability & Reactivity Information
Chemical Stability
This is a stable material.
Hazardous Decomposition
The decomposition products from this material are those that would be expected from any organic (carbon-containing)
material, and are mainly derived from pyrolysis, or burning, of the resin. These decomposition products may include carbon
monoxide, carbon dioxide, carbon particles, and traces of hydrogen cyanide.
Hazardous Polymerization
Will not occur.
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
Acute Toxicity
A: General Product Information
Dust from this product is a mechanical irritant, which means that it may cause temporary irritation or scratchiness of the throat,
and/or itching of the eyes and skin.
Products designed for high temperature applications (above 177篊/350篎) may release gases irritating to the eyes, nose and
throat during initial heat-up. In tightly confined or poorly ventilated areas, use air supplied respirators during the first heat-up
cycles.
B: Component Analysis - LD50/LC50
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Urea extended phenol-formaldehyde binder (cured) (25104-55-6)
Oral LD50 Rat: 7 g/kg
Decabromodiphenyl oxide (in coating) (1163-19-5)
Inhalation LC50 Rat: >48.2 mg/L/1H; Oral LD50 Rat: >2000 mg/kg; Dermal LD50 Rabbit: >2000 mg/kg
Carbon black (1333-86-4)
Oral LD50 Rat: >15400 mg/kg; Dermal LD50 Rabbit: >3 g/kg
Thiocyanic acid, (2-benzothiazolythio)methyl ester (21564-17-0)
Oral LD50 Rat: 2 g/kg; Dermal LD50 Rabbit: 10 g/kg
Cyclododecane, hexabromo- (25637-99-4)
Inhalation LC50 Rat: >200 mg/L/1H; Oral LD50 Rat: >10000 mg/kg; Dermal LD50 Rabbit:>8000 mg/kg
Antimony trioxide (1309-64-4)
Oral LD50 Rat: >34600 mg/kg
Carcinogenicity
A: General Product Information
No additional information available.
B: Component Carcinogenicity
Fiber Glass Wool (65997-17-3)
ACGIH: A3 - Confirmed animal carcinogen with unknown relevance to humans
NTP: Reasonably Anticipated To Be A Carcinogen (respirable size)
IARC: Group 3 - Not Classifiable (IARC Monograph 43, 1988; Monograph 81, 2002)
Continuous Filament Glass Fiber (CAS # 65997-17-3) (Not Available)
ACGIH: A4 - Not Classifiable as a Human Carcinogen
IARC: Group 3 - Not Classifiable (IARC Monograph 43, 1988; Monograph 81, 2002)
Decabromodiphenyl oxide (in coating) (1163-19-5)
IARC: Group 3 - Not Classifiable (IARC Monograph 71, 1999; Monograph 48, 1990
Carbon black (1333-86-4)
ACGIH: A4 - Not Classifiable as a Human Carcinogen
IARC: Group 2B - Possibly Carcinogenic to Humans (IARC Monograph 65, 1996)
Antimony trioxide (1309-64-4)
ACGIH: A2 - Suspected Human Carcinogen (production)
IARC: Group 2B - Possibly Carcinogenic to Humans (IARC Monograph 47, 1989)
Chronic Toxicity
Antimony trioxide causes pneumoconiosis in humans. Antimony trioxide was tested for carcinogenicity by inhalation exposure
in male and female rats. Evidence for pulmonary cancer in the rat studies was inconsistent. In the earlier studies, rats were
exposed to extremely high dose levels; exposed female rats, but not males, had an increased cancer incidence. However, in
later studies using more advanced techniques, the rats did not show increased cancers. USEPA and CalEPA concluded that
these studies are inadequate for use in quantitative cancer risk assessment. According to USEPA's recently proposed cancer
risk assessment guidance, a margin of exposure (MOE) analysis is more appropriate when, as with antimony trioxide, the
carcinogenicity of a chemical may be a secondary effect of toxicity or of an induced physiological change. The MOE approach
was adopted after conferring with CalEPA scientists involved in the Proposition 65 program who suggested using USEPA's
"Proposed Guidance for Carcinogen Risk Assessment." An independent laboratory conducted a risk analysis using the MOE
approach; the results indicated that the potential levels of exposure to antimony trioxide in JM products pose no significant
cancer risk to the end-user of these products.
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Fiber Glass Wool: In October 2001, IARC classified fiber glass wool as Group 3, "not classifiable as to its carcinogenicity to
humans." The 2001 decision was based on current human and animal research that shows no association between inhalation
exposure to dust from fiber glass wool and the development of respiratory disease. This is a reversal of the IARC finding in
1987 of a Group 2B designation (possibly carcinogenic to humans) based on earlier studies in which animals were injected
with large quantities of fiber glass. NTP and ACGIH have not yet reviewed the IARC reclassification or the most current fiber
glass health research; at this time, both agencies continue to classify glass wool based on the earlier animal injection studies.
Section 12 - Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity
A: General Product Information
No data available for this product.
B: Component Analysis - Ecotoxicity - Aquatic Toxicity
Antimony trioxide (1309-64-4)
96 Hr LC50 fathead minnow: 833.0 mg/L; 96 Hr LC50 bluegill: 530 mg/L
Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
US EPA Waste Number & Descriptions
A: General Product Information
This product is not regulated as a hazardous waste by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under Resource
Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) regulations.
B: Component Waste Numbers
No EPA Waste Numbers are applicable for this product's components.
Disposal Instructions
Dispose of waste material according to Local, State, Federal, and Provincial Environmental Regulations.
Section 14 - Transportation Information
Shipping Name: This product is not classified as a hazardous material for transport.
Section 15 - Regulatory Information
US Federal Regulations
A: General Product Information
SARA 311/312: This product is not classified as hazardous under SARA 311/312.
B: Component Analysis
This material contains one or more of the following chemicals required to be identified under SARA Section 302 (40 CFR 355
Appendix A), SARA Section 313 (40 CFR 372.65) and/or CERCLA (40 CFR 302.4).
Antimony trioxide (1309-64-4)
CERCLA: 1000 lb final RQ; 454 kg final RQ
State Regulations
A: General Product Information
Other state regulations may apply. Check individual state requirements.
B: Component Analysis - State
The following components appear on one or more of the following state hazardous substances lists:
Component CAS # CA FL MA MN NJ PA
Fiber Glass Wool (箁elated to Mineral wool fiber) 65997-17-3 Yes? No Yes? Yes No Yes?br>
(瞨elated to Glass wool fiber)
Decabromodiphenyl oxide (in coating) 1163-19-5 No No Yes Yes Yes Yes
Carbon black 1333-86-4 Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes
Thiocyanic acid, (2-benzothiazolythio)methyl ester 21564-17-0 No No Yes No Yes No
Antimony trioxide 1309-64-4 Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes
The following statement(s) are provided under the California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986 (Proposition 65):
WARNING! This product contains a chemical known to the state of California to cause cancer.
Fiber Glass Wool (related to Mineral wool fiber) CAS# 65997-17-3
Carbon black CAS# 1333-86-4
Antimony trioxide CAS# 1309-64-4
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A: TSCA Status
This product and its components are listed on the TSCA 8(b) inventory.
The following components listed in this product are listed on the TSCA Export Notification 12(b) list.
TSCA 12(b)
Component CAS TSCA 12 (b)
Decabromodiphenyl oxide (in coating) 1163-19-5 Yes
B: Component Analysis - Inventory
Component CAS # TSCA DSL EINECS
Fiber Glass Wool 65997-17-3 Yes Yes Yes
Urea extended phenol-formaldehyde binder (cured) 25104-55-6 Yes Yes No
Urea extended phenol-melamine formaldehyde binder (cured) 25212-25-3 Yes No No
Polyester fiber 25038-59-9 Yes Yes No
Decabromodiphenyl oxide (in coating) 1163-19-5 Yes Yes Yes
Carbon black 1333-86-4 Yes Yes Yes
Thiocyanic acid, (2-benzothiazolythio)methyl ester 21564-17-0 No Yes Yes
Cyclododecane, hexabromo- 25637-99-4 Yes No Yes
Antimony trioxide 1309-64-4 Yes Yes Yes
Component Analysis - WHMIS IDL
No components are listed in the WHMIS IDL.
Section 16 - Other Information
Other Information
Prepared for:
Johns Manville
Performance Materials
P. O. Box 5108
Denver, CO USA 80217-5108
Prepared by:
Johns Manville Technical Center
P.O. Box 625005
Littleton, CO USA 80162-5005
The information herein is presented in good faith and believed to be accurate as of the effective date given. However, no
warranty, expressed or implied, is given. It is the buyer's responsibility to ensure that its activities comply with Federal, State or
provincial, and local laws.
Date MSDS # Reason
03/18/03 1009-2.0002 Sect. 1: deleted "Theatre-SHIELD". Added HMIS & NFPA (Sect. 3
& 11).
07/01/03 1009-2.0004 Sect. 1: deleted discontinued trade names: Micro-Aire Duct Board,
Microlite Duct Wrap.
08/28/03 1009-2.0005 Sect. 1: added "Micro-Flex CTS", new product.
10/22/03 1009-2.0105 Section 15, TSCA 12b, add Decabromodiphenyl oxide
04/28/04 1009-2.0106 Regulatory update. Minor edits.
05/20/04 1009-2.0107 Sect. 1 Removal of discontinued trade names: 824 CAN Spin-
Glas? 830 CAN Spin-Glas? Acoustic Backing Board; BS 476,
EcoTherm Industrial Pipe Insulation; Fabricated Duct Board;
Permacote Spiracoustic; Pipe a nd Tank Insulation; Rigid
Round (faced); Spiracoustic; SuperRound?
08/05/04 1009-2.0108 Sect. 1 Label ID edit. Removal of discontinued trade name, Micro-
Flex CTS.
03/22/05 1009-2.0109 Sect. 1 addition of Insul-SHIELD?Coated Black from MSDS 1010.
Addition of Blended Blowing Wool. Edits to Sect. 2 for new
additions.
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10/03/05 1009-2.0110 Section 1, SuperVane was removed. Discontinued product.
11/17/05 1009-3.0000 Regulatory update. Minor edits in Sections 8, 11, & 15. Removed
all revision notes prior to 2003. Revision notes are stored in
database archives.
This is the end of MSDS # 1009
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