AFFINIA Under Vehicle Group
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET (MSDS)
1. Product and Company Information
Product Name: Organic Disc Pad (Non-Asbestos)
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Manufacturer/Supplier: Brake Parts Inc.
4400 Prime Parkway
Address:
McHenry, IL 60050
1-815-363-9000
Telephone:
12/08/04
Date of MSDS Revision:
Product Use Overview: These products are intended for use as automotive or truck friction components and are
not considered to be hazardous. The ingredients listed below are bound in a non-friable resin matrix, therefore,
personal exposure during the normal handling and use is considered minimal. The warnings expressed on this
MSDS have been provided to communicate the hazardous nature associated with exposure to the individual
components. We have provided this information regardless of the risk of exposure and have considered this during
both normal use and foreseeable misuse. Using good work practices will minimize the risk of adverse health effects
from overexposure to the hazardous components. As supplied, this friction material does not require sanding,
drilling or other machining operations.
2. Composition / Information on Ingredients
Hazardous Components CAS Number Exposure Limits
Cured Organic Resins Mixture None Established
Barium Sulfate 7727-43-7 5 mg/m3 PEL-TWA (respirable dust)
10 mg/m3 TLV-TWA (total dust)
Graphite 7782-42-5 5 mg/m3 PEL-TWA (respirable dust)
2 mg/m3 TLV-TWA (respirable dust)
Calcium Carbonate 1317-65-3 5 mg/m3 PEL-TWA (respirable dust)
10 mg/m3 TLV-TWA (total dust)
Mica 12001-26-2 20 mppcf PEL-TWA
3 mg/m3 TLV-TWA (respirable dust)
Kaolin 1332-58-7 5 mg/m3 PEL-TWA (respirable dust)
2 mg/m3 TLV-TWA (respirable dust)
Fibrous glass (continuous 65997-17-3 5 mg/m3 PEL-TWA (respirable dust)
Filament) 1 fiber/cc or 5 mg/m3 (inhalable dust) TLV-TWA
Crystalline Silica (quartz) 14808-60-7 (respirable) PEL-TWA
10m g / m 3
% S iO 2 + 2
0.1 mg/m3 (respirable) TLV-TWA
PEL - OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit; TLV - ACGIH Threshold Limit Value; TWA - Time Weighted Average
3. Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview:
Disc brake pads are not considered hazardous products. They will not support combustion but may release
irritating and potentially toxic combustion products under fire conditions. Breathing dust generated during sanding
or grinding may cause respiratory irritation. Prolonged overexposure may result in lung disease or damage. These
products contain a small amount of crystalline silica. Prolonged overexposure to respirable crystalline silica may
cause lung disease (silicosis) and increase the risk of lung cancer. Risk of cancer depends on duration and level of
exposure. The hazardous components in this product are bound in a resin matrix and are not released during
normal handling in finished form.
Organic Disc Pad (Non-Asbestos)
Revision Date: 12/08/04
Acute Health Effects:
Eye Contact: Dust from product may cause abrasive irritation.
Skin Contact: Prolonged contact with dust from product may cause irritation.
Inhalation: Inhalation of excessive concentrations of dust may cause mucous membrane and respiratory irritation.
Ingestion: Not a potential route of exposure.
Chronic Health Effects: Inhalation of excessive concentrations of any dust, including dust from this material, may
cause lung injury. This product contains a small amount of crystalline silica. Prolonged overexposure to respirable
crystalline silica may cause silicosis, a progressive, disabling, fatal lung disease. Symptoms of silicosis include
cough, shortness of breath, wheezing and reduced pulmonary function. Breathing silica dust may not cause
noticeable injury or illness even though permanent lung damage is occurring.
Carcinogenicity: The National Toxicology Program (NTP) has classified respirable crystalline silica as reasonably
anticipated to be a carcinogen. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has classified respirable
crystalline silica as a group 1 carcinogen (carcinogenic to humans).
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: Persons with pre-existing skin and respiratory disorders may be
at an increased risk from exposure.
4. First Aid Measures
Eye: Do not rub eyes. Flush immediately with large amounts of water. Eyelids should be held away from the
eyeball to ensure thorough rinsing. If irritation persists or for foreign body in the eye, get immediate medical
attention.
Skin: Wash area of contact gently with soap and water. Launder contaminated clothing before reuse. Get medical
attention if irritation persists.
Inhalation: If symptoms develop, remove person from source of exposure to fresh air. Get medical attention if
irritation persists.
Ingestion: Not a potential route of exposure.
5. Firefighting Measures
Flashpoint: Not Applicable Lower Flammability Limit: Not Applicable
Autoignition Temperature: Not Applicable Upper Flammability Limit: Not Applicable
Extinguishing Media: Use any media suitable for the surrounding fire.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Avoid breathing combustion products if product is involved in a fire.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: The organic resins may burn at high temperatures, however, this material
will not support combustion.
Combustion Products: Combustion products from organic resins may include carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide,
nitrogen oxides, sulfur dioxide, aldehydes, phenols, cyanide, ammonia and various hydrocarbons.
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6: Accidental Release Measures
Pick up large pieces. Use HEPA vacuum to clean up any dust. Wet dust with water where sweeping is necessary.
Personal safety and exposure recommendations described elsewhere in this data sheet apply to exposure during
clean up of spilled material. Refer to Section 13 for disposal considerations. Refer to Section 15 for Release
Reporting information, if applicable.
7. Handling and Storage
Handling: Avoid generating and breathing dust. Do not grind, sand, drill or machine these parts. Follow good
housekeeping to prevent accumulation of dust on floors, machinery and equipment. Do not dry sweep dust. Wet
dust with water before sweeping or use a HEPA vacuum to collect dust and clean equipment. Do not use
compressed air for cleaning. Wash thoroughly after work using soap and water.
These products do not contains asbestos, however, the OSHA Asbestos Standard (29CFR 1910.1001) Appendix
F, 鈥淲ork Practices and Engineering Controls for Automotive Brake and Clutch Inspection, Disassembly, Repair and
Assembly鈥?, contains guidance on minimizing employee exposure during brake operations. Brake Parts, Inc.
recommends that these work practices and engineering controls be implemented even when working with non-
asbestos brakes.
Storage: Keep product dry.
8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Engineering Controls: Use with adequate local exhaust ventilation and dust collection as necessary to maintain
the concentration of airborne dust below the exposure limits.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Eye Protection: Safety glasses recommended.
Skin Protection: Gloves recommended for handling brake parts.
Respiratory Protection: If the concentrations exceed the Threshold Limit Values (TLV), a NIOSH approved
particulate respirator appropriate for the exposure levels should be worn. Select based on consideration of the
airborne workplace concentrations and duration of exposure. Select and use respirators in accordance with 29
CFR 1910.134, ANSI Z88.2, the NIOSH Respirator Decision Logic and good industrial hygiene practice. For
firefighting, use self-contained breathing apparatus.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Boiling Point: Not Applicable Specific Gravity: 1.8 鈥? 2.5 g/cc
Melting Point: Not Applicable % Volatile: Not Applicable
Vapor Pressure: Not Applicable Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate=1): Not Applicable
Vapor Density (Air=1): Not Applicable pH: Not Applicable
% Solubility in Water: Insoluble Octanol/Water Partition Coefficient: Not Applicable
Odor/Appearance: Metallic parts with gray friction material.
10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability: Material is stable.
Incompatibility: None determined.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Combustion products from organic resins may include carbon monoxide,
carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides, sulfur dioxide, aldehydes, phenols, cyanide, ammonia and various hydrocarbons.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
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11. Toxicological Information
No acute toxicity data is available for this product or its components.
12. Ecological Information
No ecotoxicity data is available. This product is not anticipated to have an adverse effect on the environment.
13. Disposal Considerations
Landfill in compliance with all applicable Federal, state and local regulations.
14. Transport Information
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT): Not Regulated as a Hazardous Material
15. Regulatory Information
U.S. Regulations
Comprehensive Environmental Response and Liability Act of 1980 (CERCLA) Reportable Quantity:
This product is not subject to CERCLA reporting requirements, however, many states have more stringent release
reporting requirements. Report spills required under federal, state and local regulations.
Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA): Manufactured articles are not subject to TSCA. These products are
manufactured with chemicals listed on the TSCA inventory.
Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA) Title III Information:
SARA Section 311/312 Hazard Categories: Delayed Health
This product contains the following toxic chemical(s) subject to reporting requirements of SARA
Section 313: None
California Proposition 65:
This product contains the following chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or reproductive
harm: None
International Regulations:
Canadian Environmental Protection Act: Manufactured articles are exempt from notification requirements under
CEPA.
Canadian WHMIS Classification: Manufactured articles are not subject to WHMIS.
European Inventory of Commercial Chemical Substances: Manufactured articles are exempt from notification
requirements.
European Community Labeling Classification: Not Applicable
European Community Risk and Safety Phrases: None
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16. Other Information
NFPA Ratings:
Health: 1 Flammability: 0 Reactivity: 0
HMIS Ratings:
Health: 1* Flammability: 0 Reactivity: 0
Revision Indicator: General Review, No changes
The information herein is believed to be accurate, however, Brake Parts, Inc. makes no representation or warranty
as to its accuracy. The data is furnished gratuitously and independently of any sale of the product, and only for
customer investigation and independent verification. Brake Parts, Inc. shall in no event be responsible for any
damages of whatever nature directly or indirectly resulting from the publication or use of or reliance upon data
contained herein. No express or implied warranty of any kind, including warranties of merchantability or fitness for
use, with respect to the product or to the data herein is made hereunder.
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