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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Trade Name: QSP MW PAPER
Chemical Name: Vitreous Silicate Fibers
Synonym(s): Slag wool, mineral wool, rock wool, MMVF, SVF
Grade(s): Not applicable
Manufacturer/Supplier: Unifrax Corporation
2351 Whirlpool St.
Niagara Falls, NY 14305-2413
Product Stewardship Information Hotline
1-800-322-2293 (Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. EST)
CHEMTREC Assist: 1-800-424-9300
Effective Date: 04/03/1998 Supersedes: N. App. Print Date: 06/10/2003
2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
COMPONENTS CAS NUMBER % BY WEIGHT
Mineral Wool Fiber None Assigned 86-94
Acrylic latex Mixture 6-14
(See Section 8 "Exposure Controls / Personal Protection" for exposure guidelines)
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
WARNING! POSSIBLE CANCER HAZARD BY INHALATION. MAY CAUSE SKIN, EYE, AND RESPIRATORY
TRACT IRRITATION. HAZARD DEPENDS ON DURATION AND LEVEL OF EXPOSURE. WHITE TO GRAY
PAPER.
HAZARD RATINGS
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INFORMATION SYSTEM (HMIS) RATINGS:
Health: 1* Flammability: 0 Reactivity: 0 Personal
Protection Index: X
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
TARGET ORGANS: Skin, eyes, and lungs.
INHALATION: If inhaled in sufficient quantity, may cause respiratory
tract irritation. Symptoms may include scratchiness of the
nose or throat, cough or chest discomfort.
EYE CONTACT: Slightly to moderately irritating. Fibers may be abrasive;
prolonged contact may cause damage to the outer surface of
the eye.
SKIN CONTACT: Slightly to moderately irritating. Exposure may result in
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irritation, inflammation, rash or itching.
INGESTION: If ingested in sufficient quantity, may cause
gastrointestinal disturbances. Symptoms may include nausea,
vomiting, or abdominal pain.
CHRONIC EFFECTS: Studies to date, involving occupationally exposed workers,
have not identified any clear relationship between
respiratory disease and mineral wool exposure. Long-term,
high-dose exposure to specially-sized, rodent respirable
rock wool has resulted in the development of fibrosis in
rats. See Sections 11 & 16 of this MSDS for more
information.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE:
Pre-existing medical conditions, including dermatitis,
asthma or chronic lung disease may be aggravated by
exposure; individuals who are atopic (with a history of
allergies) may experience greater amounts of skin and
respiratory irritation.
HAZARD CLASSIFICATION: Although studies, involving occupationally exposed workers,
have not identified any clear relationship between
respiratory disease and mineral wool exposure, results from
animal testing have been used as the basis for hazard
classification:
The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has
classified ceramic fiber, fibrous glasswool and mineral wool
(rockwool & slagwool) as possible human carcinogens (Group
2b) based on sufficient evidence of carcinogenicity in
animals, but insufficient data in humans.
The Commission of The European Communities (DG XI) has
classified mineral wool among substances which should be
regarded as if they are harmful to man.
The American Conference of Governmental Industrial
Hygienists (ACGIH) has categorized rock wool and slag wool
as animal carcinogens (A3).
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
FIRST AID PROCEDURES
INHALATION: If respiratory tract irritation occurs, relocate individual
to a dust free environment. Get medical attention if
irritation persists. See Section 8 for additional measures
to reduce or eliminate exposure.
EYE CONTACT: If eyes become irritated, flush immediately with large
amounts of lukewarm water for at least 15 minutes. Eyelids
should be held away from the eyeball to ensure thorough
rinsing. Do not rub eyes. Get medical attention if
irritation persists.
SKIN CONTACT: If skin becomes irritated, remove contaminated clothing. Do
not rub or scratch exposed skin. Wash area of contact
thoroughly with soap and water. Using a skin cream or
lotion after washing may be helpful.
INGESTION: If gastrointestinal irritation occurs, relocate individual
to a dust free environment. Seek medical attention if
symptoms persist.
NOTES TO PHYSICIANS: Skin and respiratory effects are the result of mechanical
irritation; fiber exposure does not result in allergic
manifestations.
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5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
4 -- EXTREME 0
FLAMMABILITY
3 -- HIGH
1 0
HEALTH REACTIVITY 2 -- MODERATE
1 -- SLIGHT
SPECIAL --
HAZARDS
0 -- INSIGNIFICANT
NFPA Unusual Hazards: None
Flammable Properties: Flammable Limits:
Flashpoint: None. Lower Flammable Limit: N. App.
Method: N. App Upper Flammable Limit: N. App.
Autoignition Temperature: None.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Thermal decomposition of binder from fires or from
first heat of product may release vapors of smoke,
carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, oxides of nitrogen and
small amounts of aromatic and aliphatic hydrocarbons.
Use adequate ventilation or other precautions to
eliminate exposure to vapors resulting from thermal
decomposition of binder. Exposure to thermal
decomposition fumes may cause respiratory tract
irritation, bronchial hyper-reactivity or an
asthmatic-type response.
Extinguishing Media: Use extinguishing media suitable for type of surrounding
fire.
Fire Fighting Instructions: See "Extinguishing Media" above.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazard: None.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
SPILL PROCEDURES
Use vacuum suction with HEPA filters to clean up spilled material. Use wet sweeping
or a dust suppressant where sweeping is necessary.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handle mineral wool with caution. Minimize airborne dusts by avoiding the unnecessary
disturbance of materials.
Clean Up
Dust suppressing cleaning methods such as wet sweeping or vacuuming should be used to
clean the work area. If vacuuming is used the vacuum must be equipped with a HEPA
filter. Compressed air or dry sweeping should not be used for cleaning. Dust
suppressing compounds may be used to clean up light dust.
For additional information regarding the use and handling of mineral wool, contact the
Unifrax Corporation Product Stewardship Information Line at 1-800-322-2293 (See
Section 16).
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EMPTY CONTAINERS: Product packaging may contain residue. Do not reuse.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
EXPOSURE GUIDELINES
Components OSHA (PEL) ACGIH (TLV) SUPPLIER
Mineral Wool 15 mg/m鲁 1 fiber/cc 8-hr 1 fiber/cc 8-hr
(Total Dust) TWA TWA
5 mg/m鲁
(Respirable Dust)
Acrylic latex None established None established None established
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Dust suppressing control technologies such as local exhaust ventilation, point of
generation dust collection, down draft work stations, emission controlling tool
designs, and materials handling equipment are effective means of minimizing airborne
fiber emissions. For additional information, contact the Unifrax Corporation Product
Stewardship Information Line at 1-800-322-2293 (See Section 16).
PERSONAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT
Respiratory Protection: Mineral Wool
When engineering and/or administrative controls are insufficient, the use of
appropriate respiratory protection, pursuant to the requirements of OSHA 1910.134 AND
29 CFR 1926.103, is recommended. The following information is provided as an example
of appropriate respiratory protection for mineral wool. The evaluation of workplace
hazards and the identification of appropriate respiratory protection is best
performed, on a case by case basis, by a qualified Industrial Hygienist.
SUPPLIERS' RESPIRATORY PROTECTION RECOMMENDATIONS
(WHEN HANDLING MINERAL WOOL PRODUCTS)
Respirable Airborne Fiber Concentration Respirator Recommendation
Less than 1 f/cc No specific recommendation. User
preference based upon conditions
present
1 f/cc to 10 f/cc Half-face, air purifying respirator
equipped with a high-efficiency
particulate air (HEPA) filter cartridge
10 f/cc to 50 f/cc Full-facepiece, air purifying
respirator equipped with a
high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA)
filter cartridge
More than 50 f/cc Full-facepiece, positive pressure
supplied air respirator
OTHER INFORMATION:
(1) Concentrations based upon an eight hour time weighted average (TWA) as
determined by air samples collected and analyzed pursuant to NIOSH method 7400
(B) for airborne fibers.
(2) In the absence of other objective data or when concentrations are
unknown, the manufacturer recommends the use of half-face, air purifying
respirator equipped with a high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter
cartridge.
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(3) Situations involving a potential exposure to airborne contaminants should
be evaluated by a qualified industrial hygienist for the selection of
appropriate respiratory protection and air monitoring.
SKIN PROTECTION: Wear gloves, head coverings and full body clothing as
necessary to prevent skin irritation. Washable or
disposable clothing may be used. If possible, do not take
unwashed clothing home. Work clothes should be washed
separately from other clothing and the washing machine
rinsed thoroughly following use. Inform the launderer of
the proper procedures. Store work clothes and street
clothes separately to prevent contamination.
EYE PROTECTION: Wear safety glasses or chemical goggles to prevent eye
contact. Do not wear contact lenses unless chemical goggles
are also worn. Do not touch eyes with contaminated body
parts or materials. Have eye washing facilities readily
available where eye contact can occur.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Odor and Appearance: White to gray paper
Chemical Family: Vitreous Silicate Fibers
Boiling Point: N/A % Solubility in Water: Negligible
Melting Point: >2200掳F Specific Gravity: 0.16
Vapor Pressure: N/A pH: N/A
Vapor Density (Air = 1): N/A % Volatile: 0
Molecular Weight: N/A Molecular Formula: N/A
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
CHEMICAL STABILITY: Stable under conditions of normal use.
INCOMPATIBILITY: Soluble in hydrofluoric acid, phosphoric acid,
and concentrated alkali.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: None.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Thermal decomposition of binder from fires or
from first heat of product may release vapors of
smoke, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, oxides of
nitrogen and small amounts of aromatic and
aliphatic hydrocarbons. Use adequate ventilation
or other precautions to eliminate exposure to
vapors resulting from thermal decomposition of
binder. Exposure to thermal decomposition fumes
may cause respiratory tract irritation, bronchial
hyper-reactivity or an asthmatic-type response.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Not Applicable.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
EPIDEMIOLOGY
The most comprehensive morbidity study of U. S. rock and slag wool workers was
conducted by researchers at Tulane University who reported that the "prevalence of
respiratory symptoms are not increased" and there was "no coherent pattern of symptoms
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in relation to exposure" (Weill 1983). An update of this study (Hughes 1993) found no
lung abnormalities that could be attributed to rock and slag wool fiber exposure. In
a European study, Skuric and Stahuljak-Beritic (1984) observed no excess change in
lung function that could be associated with worker exposure to rock wool fibers for at
least five years. Malmberg (1984) similarly observed no abnormalities in lung
function and found normal chest X-rays among workers with more than ten years of
experience in rock wool production.
In both the U.S. and Europe, mortality studies of rock and slag wool manufacturing
workers have been periodically updated over the past decade. The most recent U. S.
study (Marsh 1996) summarized the 1946 through 1989 mortality data of more than 3,400
workers at six rock and slag wool plants. No increased mesothelioma was observed in
this population. Small, but statistically insignificant, increases in respiratory
system cancer and non-malignant respiratory diseases were observed among workers from
the five plants on whom full employment information was available. In the sixth
plant, which had a long and extensive history of asbestos use, statistically
significant increases were observed for both these causes of death. The authors
reported that these increases "may be associated with asbestos use in the plant."
A European mortality study of seven rock and slag plants (Simonato 1987) was recently
updated through 1990 (Bofetta 1997). As in prior reports on this population, no
associations were found between employment in these plants and non-cancer causes of
death, nor with any cancers other than of the lung and pleura. The authors did report
among rock/slag workers an increased risk of lung cancer associated with time since
first employment and duration of employment, as well as four deaths due to pleural
mesothelioma.
TOXICOLOGY
Man-made vitreous fiber (MMVF) based products, including mineral wool, contain fibers
of different sizes, some of which are small enough to be respirable by humans.
Scientists have been conducting research since the 1940's to determine the potential
risks for adverse health effects which may result from fiber inhalation.
In 1987 the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) classified man-made
vitreous fibers including glasswool, rockwool, slagwool, and RCF as possible human
carcinogens (2B).
To date, a number of toxicological studies have been conducted which utilize
non-physiological exposure methods such as intrapleural, intraperitoneal and
intratracheal implantation or injection. One injection test of slag wool at high
concentration produced significant tumors. Some experts, however, suggest that these
tests have limited relevance because they bypass many of the biological mechanisms
which prevent fiber deposition or facilitate fiber clearance.
Other toxicological studies utilizing a physiological exposure method, inhalation,
have produced findings of respiratory disease in rodents. The most recent mineral
wool inhalation study was conducted at the Research and Consulting Company, Geneva,
Switzerland. Rats were exposed, using a nose-only inhalation system, to
specially-prepared rock and slag wool at concentrations of 3, 16 and 30 mg/m鲁 for 6
hours/day, 5 days/week, for up to 24 months.
Rats exposed for 18 months to rock wool at the mid-and high dose levels showed minimal
fibrosis (scarring of the lung). After 24 months of exposure, the minimal fibrosis
had not progressed. For slag wool, no fibrosis occurred at any exposure level
although minimal progressions of reversible pulmonary alterations occurred between six
and 24 months. Between the 24-month sacrifice, when exposure was stopped, and the
terminal sacrifice (at 29 months), these non-specific inflammatory responses had
disappeared.
To obtain more epidemiology or toxicology information, please call the toll free
telephone number for the Unifrax Corporation Product Stewardship Program found in
Section 16 - Other Information.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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Ecotoxicological Information: No data available.
Distribution: No data available.
Chemical Fate Information: No data available.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
DISPOSAL: Mineral wool fiber is not classified as a hazardous waste
according to Federal regulations (40 CFR 261). Check local,
regional, state or provincial regulations for applicable
requirements for disposal. Any processing, use, alteration or
chemical additions to the product, as purchased, may alter the
disposal requirements. Under Federal regulations, it is the waste
generator's responsibility to properly characterize a waste
material, to determine if it is a "hazardous" waste.
EMPTY CONTAINERS: Product packaging may contain product residue. Do not reuse.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)
BILL OF LADING DESCRIPTION (49 CFR 172.202): QSP MW PAPER (NON-REGULATED)
UNITED NATIONS (UN) NUMBER: NOT APPLICABLE
NORTH AMERICA (NA) NUMBER: NOT APPLICABLE
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Key statutory and regulatory classifications or listings for the product, as
manufactured, which may impact product storage, use, handling or disposal:
U.S. FEDERAL REGULATIONS
Comprehensive Environmental Response
Compensation and Liability Act of 1980 (CERCLA):
Constituents regulated as hazardous substances under the Comprehensive Environmental
Response Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA 40 CFR 302):
Constituent RQ in Pounds
NONE
Most mineral wool products, including this product, are composed of mineral wool
with an average diameter greater than 1 micron, and therefore are not considered
CERCLA hazardous substances. See 60 FR 30934 (June 12, 1995).
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Clean Air Act (CAA):
Substances regulated as hazardous air pollutants under Section 112 of the Clean Air
Act Amendments of 1990:
Chemical Name
NONE
Most mineral wool products, including this product, are composed of mineral wool
with an average diameter greater than 1 micron, and therefore are not considered
hazardous air pollutants. See 60 FR 30934 (June 12, 1995).
Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA):
All substances in this product are listed, as required, on the TSCA inventory.
Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA) Title III Information:
SARA Hazard Category:
Listed below are the hazard categories for the Superfund Amendments and
Reauthorization Act (SARA) Section 311/312 (40 CFR 370):
Immediate Hazard: -- Fire Hazard: --
Reactivity Hazard: --
Delayed Hazard: X Pressure Hazard: --
SARA 313 Information:
Toxic chemical(s) subject to the annual reporting requirements of the Superfund
Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA) Section 313 (40 CFR 372):
Chemical Name CAS Number
Concentration
NONE
EPA has proposed to place man-made mineral fibers on the list of substances subject
to the annual TRI reporting requirements, but a final listing decision has been
deferred indefinitely. See 59 FR 61439 (November 30, 1994).
SARA 302/311/312 Information:
Extremely hazardous substances subject to the notification and inventory reporting
requirements of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA) Section 302
(40 CFR 355) and Section 311/312 (40 CFR 370) respectively:
Chemical Name CAS Number
Concentration
NONE
STATE REGULATIONS
California:
Substance(s) listed by the State of California on Proposition 65, the Safe Drinking
Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986:
Chemical Name CAS Number
NONE
New Jersey:
Chemical(s) which are listed as a special health hazard substance as defined in New
Jersey Worker and Community Right to Know Act, New Jersey Administrative Code, Title
8, Department of Health, Chapter 59, Subchapter 10:
Chemical Name CAS Number
NONE
Pennsylvania:
Chemical(s) which are listed as a special health hazard substance as defined in
Pennsylvania Right-to-Know Law, Section 3800:
Chemical Name CAS Number
NONE
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INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS
Canadian Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS):
The following Canadian Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
categories apply to this product:
Compressed Gas: -- Flammable/Combustible: -- Oxidizer: --
Acutely Toxic: --
Other Toxic Effects: X Biohazardous: -- Corrosive: ---
Dangerously Reactive: --
Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA):
All substances in this product are listed, as required, on the Domestic Substances
List (DSL).
Chemical(s) which are listed on the Non-Domestic Substances List:
Chemical Name CAS Number
NONE
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Product Stewardship Program
The Unifrax Corporation has established a program to provide customers with up-to-date
information regarding the proper use and handling of mineral wool. In addition,
Unifrax Corporation has also established a program to monitor airborne fiber
concentrations at customer facilities. If you would like more information about this
program, please call the Unifrax Corporation Product Stewardship Information Hotline
at 1-800-322-2293.
Definitions:
ACGIH: American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
CAS: Chemical Abstracts Service
EPA: Environmental Protection Agency
f/cc: Fibers per cubic centimeter
HEPA: High Efficiency Particulate Air
HMIS: Hazardous Materials Information System
mg/m鲁: Milligrams per cubic meter of air
NFPA: National Fire Protection Association
NIOSH: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
OSHA: Occupational Safety and Health Administration
29 CFR 1910.134 & 1926.103: OSHA Respiratory Protection Standard
29 CFR 1910.1200 & 1926.59: OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
PEL: Permissable Exposure Limit
RCRA: Resource Conservation and Recovery Act
SARA: Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act
Title III: Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know Act
Section 302: Extremely Hazardous Substances
Section 304: Emergency Release
Section 311: MSDS/List of Chemicals and Hazardous Inventory
Section 312: Emergency and Hazardous Inventory
Section 313: Toxic Chemicals and Release Reporting
SVF: Synthetic Vitreous Fiber
TLV: Threshold Limit Value (ACGIH)
TSCA: Toxic Substances Control Act
Revision Summary: Not applicable.
MSDS Prepared By: UNIFRAX HSEQ DEPARTMENT
DISCLAIMER
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The information presented herein is based on data considered to be accurate as of the date of
preparation of this Material Safety Data Sheet. However, no warranty or representation, express
or implied, is made as to the accuracy or completeness of the foregoing data and safety
information. In addition, no responsibility can be assumed by vendor for any damage or injury
resulting from abnormal use, from any failure to adhere to recommended practices, or from any
hazards inherent in the nature of the product.
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