Material Safety Data Sheet
SECTION I: IDENTIFICATION
H 0
HEALTH
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TRADE NAME: FlexForm F 1
FLAMMABILITY
R 0
REACTIVITY
P 0
PERSONAL PROTECTION
MANUFACTURER: FlexForm Technologies, LLC
4955 Beck Drive EMERGENCY TELEPHONE
Elkhart, IN 46516 574-295-3777
SECTION II: COMPONENTS
ACGIH OSHA
TLV (UNITS) PEL CAS NO.
MATERIAL(S):
Biologically inert or degradable, Total nuisance dust: 15
FlexForm Composites Contains one or more of
mg/m3
insoluble, soluble or poorly
the following ingredients: Bast fibers
soluble particles.
(Tossa/jute, kenaf, hemp, flax), polypropylene NA
Respirable dust: 5 mg/m3
fiber, polyester fiber and/or maleic 3
Respirable: 3 mg/m
polypropylene
Total: 10 mg/m3
SECTION III: HEALTH HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS:
Inhalation: Nuisance Dust. Temporary upper respiratory irritation may occur.
Skin Contact: May cause skin irritation.
Eye Contact: Airborne fibers and dust may cause mechanical irritation.
Ingestion: Not a likely route of exposure.
CARCINOGENITY INFORMATION: NONE OF THE COMPONENTS PRESENT IN THIS MIXTURE AT
CONCENTRATIONS EQUAL TO OR GREATER THAN 0.1% ARE LISTED BY IARK, NTP, OSHA, OR ACGIH
AS A CARCINOGEN.
SECTION IV: FIRST AID MEASURES
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. Seek medical attention if respiratory irritation persists.
SKIN CONTACT: Wash with soap and water. Seek medical attention if irritation develops.
EYE CONTACT: Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of
water for at least 15 minutes. Mechanical irritation only. Seek medical attention if irritation occurs.
INGESTION: Not a likely route of exposure. Seek medical attention if large amounts are ingested.
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SECTION V: FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
FLAMMABLE PROPERTIES: Control airborne release of dust particles if recycling material. High concentrations of dust can cause a fire or
cause an explosion if exposed to an ignition point.
Bast fibers and polyester fibers will burn if exposed to flame. Do not expose fibers to open flame or other ignition source.
Do not smoke in fiber storage areas.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Agents approved for Class A hazards (e.g., halogenated agents, foam, steam, or water)
SECTION VI: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
SAFEGUARDS (PERSONNEL): None needed
SPILL AND CLEAN UP: Normal cleanup avoiding creating airborne dust/fiber
SECTION VII: PHYSICAL DATA
MELTING POINT: 340掳 F melts:
ODOR: NA
polypropylene only; 440掳 F melts polyester
only.
PH INFORMATION: NA
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: NA
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Negligible DENSITY: Variable
PHYSICAL STATE: Solid
COLOR: Natural
SECTION VIII: HAZARDOUS REACTIVITY DATA
STABILITY: Stable
INCOMPATIBILITY WITH OTHER MATERIALS: Chlorine, fluorine, and other strong oxidizers. Concentrated acids or alkaline
solutions can lead to the partial dissolving and damage to the fiber.
DECOMPOSITION: Incomplete burning can produce carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and other harmful products. The
major decomposition products are: low molecular weight oligmers of polypropylene.
POLYMERZATION: Hazardous polymerization will not occur.
SECTION IX: EXPOSURE CONTROL/PERSONAL PROTECTION
ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Use local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne levels of fibers below PEL.
Personal Protective Equipment:
Respiratory Protection: When airborne fiber levels are irritating, use a NIOSH-approved respirator in accordance with 29
CFR 1910.134.
Skin Protection: If skin irritation is present, gloves should be used. Leather gloves are recommended when significant
manual handling is necessary.
Eye Protection: Safety glasses are recommended.
Other: Follow good housekeeping practices to avoid creating airborne fibers.
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SECTION X: HANDLING & STORAGE
HANDLING (PERSONNEL):
HANDLING (PHYSICAL ASPECTS): Keep dry. Material comes in rolls and/or mats, palletized and fastened with plastic straps.
Care should be taken when handling pallets and opening the straps.
SPILLS AND LEAKS: NA
SECTION XI: WASTE DISPOSAL
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD: Disposal must be in accordance with applicable federal, state or local regulations. Determine
waste classification at time of disposal.
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS: High density mats are slippery underfoot.
SECTION XII: TRANSPORTATION
These fibers are not classified by the Department of Transportation as a hazardous material.
The information contained herein is furnished without warranty of any kind. Employers should use this information only as a supplement
to other information gathered by them and must make independent determinations of suitability and completeness of information from all
sources to assure proper use of these materials and the safety and health of employees. The data in this MSDS relates only to the
specific material designated herein and does not relate to use in combination with any other material or in any process.
This document has been prepared in accordance with the MSDS requirements of the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200.
We believe the technical information, statements, and recommendations contained herein are reliable, but they are given without guarantees or warranty of
any kind, express or implied, and we assume no responsibility for any loss, damage or expense, direct or consequential, arising out of the use of these
products or information contained herein. We encourage prospective customers to contact us with any questions concerning use, handling or any other
matter concerning our products prior to use.
MSDS Prepared By: Garry Balthes
Date Prepared: February 16, 2006
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