Material Safety Data

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

CHEMICAL PRODUCT Trade Name ASTRO LUMI COVER

APPLICATION  EXPANDS WHEN HEATED, USED MAINLY IN FIRE PROTECTION AS A FIRE  STOPPER.

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.

Astro luminaire cover is exonerated mineral fibre blended with colloidal silica and an additional organic binder. When handling the product, fibre dusts are released. Because of their high biosolubilty, these dusts are not classified as carcinogenic category 1,2 or 3 (suspected carcinogenic potential).

2.2 HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS.

3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION.

"Contains respirable fibres. Can cause skin irritation. High dust levels may irritate the throat and eyes."

4. FIRST AID MEASURES.

4.1 EYE CONTACT.

Gentle irrigate with clean water for at least 15 minutes. Move eyeball and keep eyelids wide open and apart whilst irrigating. Obtain medical attention immediately.

4.2 SKIN CONTACT.

If possible vacuum excessive dusty from clothes as well as skin, hair etc. Wash and clean contaminated skin with soap and clean water.

4.3 INGESTION.

It is not normally considered that intumescent products will be ingested, but if small quantities are ingested seek medical advice. Do not induce vomiting because of risk of aspiration into lungs.

4.4 INHALATION.

Avoid breathing dust. If breathing difficulties experienced whilst machining remove to fresh air and seek medical advice.

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES.

5.1 EXTINGUISHING MEDIA.

Is not flammable therefore not applicable.

5.2 FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS.

Not applicable.

5.3. PROTECTION MEASURES.

Not applicable.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES.

6.1 PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS.

Protective clothing should be provided for workers when a significant quantity of fibres are liable to be deposited on there clothing. Clothes should be washed by a suitable organisation.

6.2 ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS.

Dust from intumescent products should be removed by vacuum, in a direction away from the operator, at frequent intervals during work to prevent the accumulation of dust. Where vacuuming is not possible then dust should be dampened and collected whilst still damp. All dust and hard waste should be placed in double impermeable, heave gauge polythene sacks or bags which should be then sealed. Such waste must be disposed of at an authorised waste disposal site. Off-cuts should be disposed of in the same manner.

6.3 CLEANING UP.

See section 6.2. Industrial type vacuum cleaners fitted with 'H' type filters and suitable bags must be used.

7. STORAGE AND HANDLING

7.1 STORAGE.

Both machined and un-machined items should be packed to prevent movement, abrasion during movement and absorbtion of water. Otherwise normal safe precaution for handling can be employed. To avoid damage and distortion, store on a smooth level foundation. Store fully supported of the ground in a cool dry place. Protect from excessive heat

7.2 RECOMMENDED SHELF LIFE.

Likely to be indefinite under normal storeage conditions.

7.3 HANDLING.

All machining will create dust, a portion of which may be in the form of respirable fibres. Where dust is generated, approved extraction equipment must be used and if this is not adequate, approved dust respirators used in the vicinity.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION.

8.1 OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS

Man-made fibres can cause irritation of the skin and eyes and excessively dusty conditions may cause irritation of the upper respiratory tract. They contain fibres which can be breathed into the lungs.

8.2 ENGINEERING MEASURES

Fit and use approved extraction systems. Local ventilation for machining areas. If dust levels are likely to exceed limits, approved respirators must used.

8.3 PERSONOAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Respiratory protection - see engineering measures.
Hand protection - gloves can be used when handling large areas. Barrier cream can be used.
Eye protection - use approved eye protection whilst machining.
Skin protection - not applicable, however to aid personal hygiene suitable overalls can be worn.

9. PHYSICAL / CHEMICAL PROPERTIES.

9.1 APPEARANCE. Beige, fibrous appearance.

9.2 ODOUR. N/A

9.3 PH. N/A

9.4 VISCOSITY. N/A

9.5 FREEZING POINT. N/A

9.6 FREEZE THAW RECOVERY. N/A

9.7 BOILING POINT. N/A

9.8 MELTING POINT. N/A (but see maximum working temperature in Astroflames Technical brochures)

9.9 FLASH POINT. N/A

9.10 AUTO-FLAMMABILITY. N/A

9.11 EXPLOSIVE PROPERTIES N/A

9.12 VAPOUR PRESSURE. N/A

9.13 VAPOUR DENSITY. N/A

9.14 RELATIVE DENSITY. 800 kg/m³

9.15 SOLUBILITY. Not soluble in water.

9.16 PARTITION COEFFICIENT. N/A

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY.

10.1 STABILITY.

Considered stable under relative high temperatures and pressure. Consult ASTROflame for application suitability before use. If exposed to other chemicals reactivity must be checked before use

10.2 CONDITIONS TO AVOID.

Incompatible chemicals.

10.3 MATERIALS TO AVOID.

Consult ASTROflame.

10.4 RECOMMENDED MATERIALS FOR EQUIPMENT.

No Special Requirements.

10.5 HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS.

Residue will contain Quartz.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION.

11.1 SHORT TERM EFFECTS.

EYE CONTACT. Irritation.

SKIN CONTACT. Whilst most peoples skin becomes resistant after a period of adaptation, some need to take precautions to protect their skin and a small number may have to move other work.

INGESTION. Not Applicable.

INHALATION. Nose and throat irritation.

11.2 CHRONIC EFFECTS

As mineral fibres are respirable and may be retained in the lung, there is the possibility of long term damage from exposure to high levels of dust. However, exonerated mineral fibres are much more biosoluble and will disappear even more rapidly than he traditional types.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION.

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS.

All intumescent based product waste must be disposed of at an authorised site suitably packed and labelled as already indicated in section 6.2

14.TRANSPORT INFORMATION.

14.1 PACKAGING. To prevent abrasion and liberation of dust.

14.2 FREIGHT CLASSIFICATION

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION.

15.1 CPL XI irritant (exonerated mineral wool is exonerated from classification as a carcinogen.

15.2 CLASSIFICATION

Risk Phrases-
R38 Irritating To Skin
R40 Possible Risk Of Irreversible Effects

Safety Phrases-
S36 Wear Suitable Protective Clothing
S37 Wear Suitable Gloves

15.3 OTHER LEGISLATION

Health & Safety At Work Act 1974
Classifications, Packaging And Labelling Of Dangerous Substances Reg. 1984
COSHH
CHIPS99
1994 Annual Report Of The Committees Of Toxigenicity, Mutagenicity And Carcinogenicity Or The Chemicals In Foods, Consumer Products And The Environment.

16. OTHER INFORMATION.

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

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.