Biobarrier Root Control System
Issue Date: 12/5/06
Material Safety Data Sheet
Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product: Biobarrier Root Control System
Chemical Family: Thermoplastic Polyolefin
Manufacturer Information: Fiberweb, Inc
70 Old Hickory Blvd.
Old Hickory, TN 37138
Company Contact: David Midget
Telephone Number: 1-800-284-2780 (M-F 8am-5pm Central Time)
Emergency Phone Contact: Chemtrec (24 Hours)
Emergency Phone Number: 1-800-424-9300
Section 2 ?Composition
CAS # Component Percent
9003-07-0 Polypropylene >74.8%
Mixture UV Stabilizer <5%
1582-09-8 Trifluralin <20%
Mixture Pigment Masterbatch* <0.5%
*Contains Carbon Black (CAS # 1333-86-4) : <0.1%
Section 3 ?Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview
Signs and symptoms of exposure: coughing or wheezing.
Route of Exposure-Skin
Possible irritant and may cause skin sensitization.
Route of Exposure-Eye
Possible irritant.
Route of Exposure -Ingestion
Not Applicable
Route of Exposure-Inhalation
Not expected to be a problem being that this product is an inert solid.
HMIS Ratings
Health: 0 Fire: 1 Reactivity: 0 Personal Protection: A
Hazard Scale: 0=Minimal 1=Slight 2=Moderate 3=Serious 4=Severe *=Chronic Hazard
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Section 4 - First Aid Measures
First Aid-Skin
Wash affected area with soap and water.
First Aid-Eye
Rinse eyes with water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation persists, contact a physician.
First Aid-Ingestion
Minimal toxicity; no adverse effects expected.
First Aid-Inhalation
Not expected to be a problem being that this product is an inert solid.
First Aid-Notes to Physician
No health conditions aggravated by exposure are identified. Contact the poison control center if any
problem occurs.
Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point: >329oC( 625oF) Method Used: Not Applicable
Auto Ignition: >275C( 675oF) Flammability Classification: Not Applicable
Lower Explosive Limit (%): Not Applicable Upper Explosive Limit (%): Not Applicable
General Fire Hazards
Solid material may burn upon extended exposure to open flames.
Hazardous Combustion Products
Upon decomposition this product may emit carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide and/or low molecular
weight hydrocarbons.
Extinguishing Media
Water spray, foam, carbon dioxide, or dry chemical
Fire Fighting Equipment/Instructions
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear.
NFPA Ratings
Health: 0 Fire: 1 Reactivity: 0
Hazard Scale: 0=Minimal 1=Slight 2=Moderate 3=Serious 4=Severe
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
Containment Procedures
Sweep waste fabric into a pile.
Clean -Up Procedures
Sweep waste fabric into a waste container and recycle, incinerate or landfill in conformity with local
disposal regulations.
Evacuation Procedures
Not Applicable
Special Procedures
None
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
Handling Procedures
Avoid exposure to heat, sparks or open flames.
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Storage Procedures
Store material in cool (below 140oF) warehouse that is equipped with a sprinkler system.
Ensure product is not stacked too high.
Store product off the floor to prevent water damage.
Section 8 - Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Component Exposure Limits
Component CAS Exposure Limits
Polypropylene 9003-07-0 ACGIH TLV-TWA: None Available
OSHA PEL: None Available
UV Stabilizer Mixture ACGIH TLV-TWA: None Available
OSHA PEL: None Available
Trfluralin 1582-09-8 ACGIH TLV-TWA: None Available
OSHA PEL: None Available
ACGIH TLV-TWA: 3.5mg/m3 Total/Nuisance Dust
Pigment Mixture
OSHA PEL: 3.5mg/m3 Total Dust
Masterbatch*
*Based on Carbon Black (CAS # 1333-86-4)
Engineering Controls
Normal room ventilation is usually adequate.
Personal Protective Equipment
Personal Protective Equipment-Eyes/Face
None usually required
Personal Protective Equipment-Skin
None usually required
Personal Protective Equipment-Respiratory
None usually required
Personal Protective Equipment-General
Follow individual plant safety rules.
Section 9 - Physical & Chemical Properties
Gray Fabric Aromatic (Solvent)
Appearance: Odor:
Solid Not Applicable
Physical State: pH:
13.7 mPa @ 25oC Not Applicable
*Vapor Pressure: Evaporation Rate:
>48.5oC
Not Applicable
Boiling Point: *Melting Point:
0.2 ppm @ 25oC 0.88-0.99
*Solubility (H2O): Specific Gravity:
Not Applicable NIL
Vapor Density: Percent Volatiles:
Not Applicable
Packing Density:
*Trifluralin (CAS # 1582-09-8)
Section 10 - Chemical Stability & Reactivity Information
Chemical Stability
Stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage.
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Conditions to Avoid
Combustible when exposed to open flames. Avoid chlorine, fluorine, and other strong oxidizers.
Incompatibility
None Known
Hazardous Decomposition
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide and/or low molecular weight hydrocarbon may be emitted upon
decomposition.
Hazardous Polymerization
Will not occur.
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
Acute and Chronic Toxicity
General Product Information
No additional information.
Component Analysis
Component CAS LD50/LC50
Polypropylene 9003-07-0 Rat;
LD 50; Route: Intraperitoneal; Dose: >110mg/kg; Toxic Effects:
lacrimation; Sence organs and special sences-ptosis; Behavioral-
convulsions or effect on seizure threshold; Reference: Yakuri to Chiryo.
Pharmacology and Therapeutics 14:1109, 1986
LD50; Route: Intravenous; Dose: >99kg/mg; Toxic Effects: Behavioral-
tremor; Lungs, Thorax, or Respiration-cyanosis; Nutritional and Gross
Metabolic-body temperature decrease; Reference: Yakuri to Chiryo.
Pharmacology and Therapeutics 14:1109, 1986.
Trfluralin 1582-09-8 Rat: LD50: Route: Acute Oral Toxicity: >4000 mg/kg
Rabbit: LD50: Route: Acute Dermal Toxicity: >2000 mg/kg
Rat: LD50: Route: Acute Inhalation Toxicity: LC50 (rat): >4.65 mg/L
(4 hours)
Skin Irritation: Mildly irritating (rabbit)
Eye Irritation: Mildly irritation (rabbit)
Sensitization: Mild sensitizer (guinea-pig)
Carcinogenicity
General Product Information
Carbon black has been evaluated by IARC as possibly carcinogenic to humans (Group 2B). NIOSH
recommends that only carbon black with PAH>.1% be suspected carcinogens. The ACGIH classifies
carbon black as A4, Not Classifiable as Human Carcinogen.
Epidemiology
No information available.
Neurotoxicity
No information available.
Mutagenicity
No information available.
Teratogenicity
No information available.
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Other Toxicological Information
Specific toxicity testing has not been performed on this product. Hazard evaluation is based on
information from similar products, raw material data, and technical literature.
Section 12 - Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity
General product Information
Trifluralin (CAS # 1582-09-8) is very toxic to aquatic organisms, and may cause long-term adverse
effects in the aquatic environment.
Environmental Fate
Trifluralin (CAS # 1582-09-8) has low mobility in soil and can be absorbed in soils with high organic
content. Trifluralin (CAS # 1582-09-8) is moderately persistent in soil with a half-life time of
approximately 45 days. Degradation is primarily via microorganisms.
Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
US EPA Waste Number & Descriptions
General Product Information
None identified.
Component Waste Numbers
No EPA Waste Numbers are applicable for this product's components
Disposal Instructions
Trifluralin (CAS # 1582-09-8) should be disposed of in a pesticide approved landfill or in a chemical
incinerator equipped with scrubbers, in accordance with federal, state and local requirements.
Processing, use or contamination of this product may change the waste management options.
Section 14 - Transportation Information
Transportation Regulations
Product is not regulated for transportation.
Section 15 - Regulatory Information
US Federal Regulations
General Product Information
No additional information.
Component Analysis-Federal
Component CAS # SARA 302 SARA 313 CERCLA
(40CFR355 Appx A) (40CFR372.65) (40CFR302.4)
Polypropylene 9003-07-0 No No No
UV Stabilizer Mixture No No No
Trifluralin 1582-09-8 No Yes Yes
Pigment Masterbatch Mixture No No No
State Regulations
General Product Information
Other state regulations may apply. Check individual state requirements.
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Component Analysis-State
The following components appear on one or more of the following state hazardous substances list:
Component CAS CA FL MA MN NJ PA
Polypropylene 9003-07-0 No No No No No No
UV Stabilizer Mixture UK UK UK UK UK UK
Trifluralin 1582-09-8 No Yes Yes No Yes Yes
Pigment Masterbatch* Mixture Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes
*Based on Carbon Black (CAS # 1333-86-4) airborne, unbound particles of respirable size. However, the Carbon Black
(CAS # 1333-86-4) used in this product is not expected to have airborne, unbound respirable particles.
UK = Unknown
Component Analysis-WHMIS IDL
The following components are knowingly identified under the Canadian Hazardous Products Act
Ingredient Disclosure List.
Component CAS Minimum Concentration
Pigment Masterbatch* Mixture 1%
*Based on Carbon Black (CAS # 1333-86-4)
Additional Regulatory Information
Component Analysis-Inventory
Component CAS TSCA DSL/NDSL EINECS
Polypropylene 9003-07-0 Yes Yes Yes (6-402)
UV Stabilizer Mixture Yes Yes Yes
Trifluralin 1582-09-8 Yes Yes Yes
Pigment Masterbatch Mixture Yes Yes Yes
UK=Unknown
Section 16 - Other Information
Other Information
Material for this MSDS was taken from MSDS's for raw materials
MSDS History
Updated information and changed name 12/5/06
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The information in this document is believed to be correct as of the date issued.
HOWEVER, NO WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR ANY USE, OR ANY
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OR COMPLETENESS OF THIS INFORMATION, THE RESULTS TO BE OBTAINED FROM
USE OF THIS INFORMATION OR THE PRODUCT, THE SAFETY OF THIS PRODUCT, OR
THE HAZARDS RELATED TO ITS USE.
This information and the product are furnished on the condition that the person receiving them shall
make his or her own determination as to the suitability of the product for his particular purpose and on
the condition that they assume the risk of his use thereof.
THIS PRODUCT IS CONSIDERED AN ARTICLE AND DOES NOT REQUIRE A MATERIAL
SAFETY DATA SHEET (MSDS).
APPROVED BY: MICHAEL THOMASON
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