Material Safety Data

1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE / PREPARATION AND THE COMPANY.

CHEMICAL PRODUCT Trade Name - ASTROFLAME LUMINAIRE CANOPY HOOD

Symbol Prefix - Fabric 001 & 002

COMPANY IDENTIFICATION. ASTROflame (Fire Seals) Ltd.

Astroflame (Fire Seals) Ltd.
Intumescent House
Unit 8 The IO Centre
Stephenson Road
Segensworth
FAREHAM
ENGLAND PO15 5RU

Tel: 0800 023 2482 Fax:0800 023 2483
International - Tel: +44 1329 844 500 Fax: +44 1329 844 600
eMail: sales@astroflame.com

EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER. 0800 023 2482

2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS.

2.1 CHEMICAL DESCRIPTION.

The products covered by this data sheet are based on continuous filament fibres made from Borosilicate E Glass (CAS-65997-3). The filament diameters are uniform of 9 micron and above and are therefore above the maximum size considered to be respirable (approx 3 micron). They will not sub-divide into fibrils of smaller diameter.

The fibres contain small amounts of complex organic surface dressings (e.g. starch based and pva compounds). The fabrics are treated with an Astroflame complex, coloured pigment and binder.

2.2 HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS.

3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION.

Astroflame fabrics are labelled for identification purposes, only being of low hazard.

4. FIRST AID MEASURES.

Inhalation
In the unlikely event of excessive inhalation of dust, remove the individual to the fresh air. Obtain medical advice.

Skin Irritation
In the event of skin irritation wash affected part with mild soap and water. If irritation persists obtain medical advice.

Eye Irritation
Irrigate eyes if affected by entry of any material. Obtain medical advice if irritation persists.

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES.

The materials will not support combustion. (See appropriate Product Data Sheet).

Special Fire fighting Procedures
In a sustained fire the products will eventually degrade and will give rise to fumes and smoke. Appropriate forms of self-contained breathing apparatus should therefore be worn in such situations.

Extinguishing Media
Use that appropriate to the surrounding fire.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES.

Glass textile products damaged or made friable should be handled with the use of personal protective equipment.

7. STORAGE AND HANDLING

It is highly unlikely that these products will give rise to significant amounts of loose fibre during normal handling and control measures will rarely be required in circumstances involving the fabrication of products from these materials.

However, in accordance with good working practices the production of debris should be minimised and the accumulation of any fibre should be removed by appropriate methods. In the event of the fabric becoming wet and thereby slightly acidic in nature, personal protection equipment e.g. gloves, spectacles and overalls should be worn. No special storage conditions are required on health grounds.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION.

Occupational exposure to man-made mineral fibre dust even of non-respirable size should be kept to the minimum that is reasonably practicable and should not exceed a Maximum Exposure Limit of 5mg/m3 (8 hour TWA) (Refs. 1&2).

To reduce the chance of skin irritation when handling glass fibre based materials, overalls of a close weave material can be worn. Gloves, arm cuffs or barrier creams also afford levels of protection. However, emphasis should be placed on personal hygiene and hands and arms should be rinsed copiously under running water before washing.

9. PHYSICAL / CHEMICAL PROPERTIES.

Weights
See appropriate Product Data Sheets.

Appearance - Green

Solubility in Water - Insoluble

Melting Point
See appropriate Product Data Sheet.

Boiling Point -not applicable
Vapour Pressure - not applicable
Percent Volatile (vol) - not applicable
Evaporation rate - not applicable

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY.

10.1 STABILITY.

The fabrics are stable when used for the intended applications.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION.

Inhalation (Dust)
Glass just from the materials referred to in this Data Sheet is not regarded as respirable in view of the large diameter or the continuous filaments used, and the levels of dust likely to arise from most operations involving the handling and use of the materials will be negligible.

Skin irritation
Some people who come into contact with this glass fibre experience reddening and itching of the skin. Those who are subject to this effect are most likely to experience it when handling the materials for the first time. People with a history of skin complaints may be particularly susceptible to irritation and therefore should minimise their contact with the material.

Eye Irritation
Entry of glass fibre into the eye will cause foreign body irritation.

Carcinogenicity
Continuous glass filament has been reported as material 'Not classified as to human carcinogenicity'.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION.

In the UK, Section 6 of the Environmental Act 1990 provides that no prescribed process may be operated without the authorisation from an enforcing authority. The granting or authorisation for such processes will depend on the ability of the objectives of the EPA and various requirements detailed in the Enforcing Authority's Guidance Note covering the process. Astroflame Fireseals Ltd has authorisation from The Environmental Agency to operate its manufacturing plant.

Disposal of waste should be carried out as detailed in Section 13. No adverse environmental effects are known from this procedure or degraded products.

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS.

The disposal of waste should be carried out in accordance with national or regional directives - normally by burial in controlled industrial landfill sites.

14.TRANSPORT INFORMATION.

All Astroflame Fireseals products are labelled as in (3) and transported securely wrapped to prevent possible damage.

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION.

No specific regulatory information is applicable to these glass textiles.

16. OTHER INFORMATION.

References:
1. Health & Safety Executive Guidance Note EH 46. Man - Made Mineral Fibre (Re Nov 1990)
2. Health & Safety Executive Guidance Note EH 40 / 97 Occupational Exposure Limits 1997

For further information contact Astroflame Fireseals Ltd

The information in this publication is accurate to the best of the knowledge of ASTROflame
(FireSeals) Ltd.

17 PLEASE NOTE

The Company excludes all conditions or warranties express or implied by stature or otherwise as to the Astroflame range of products and / or fitness for any particular purpose where the guidelines of the Company as to installation have not been followed.

Any technical co-operation between the Company and Customer is given for the Customer's assurance only and without liability on the part of the company.

As part of our policy of ongoing improvements, we reserve the right to modify, alter or change product specifications without giving notice. Product illustrations are representations only. All information contained in this document is provided for guidance only, and as ASTROFLAME FIRESEALS LTD has no control over the installation methods of the products, or of the prevailing site conditions, no warranties expressed or implied are intended to be given as to the actual performance of the products mentioned or referred to, and no liability whatsoever will be accepted for any loss, damage or injury arising from the use of the information given of products mentioned or referred to herein.

The above information to the best of our knowledge is true and accurate and based upon current test data and is supplied for your guidance only. Customers should satisfy themselves to the suitability of the product in its intended use and no guarantee is given or implied since the conditions of actual use are beyond our control. ASTROflame (Fireseals) Ltd, disclaim any liability for loss, damage or other expense arising from the use of information, data or products mentioned or referred to and reserve the right to change any details or specifications without notice.