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General Purpose Polystyrene - G10 |
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Health & Safety Sheet – Clear HIPS
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(Issue A. 12-03)
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| Section 1: |
Identification of the substance and the company |
| 1.1 |
Substance: |
Clear HIPS |
| 1.2 |
Company: |
Athlone Extrusions LTD |
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Address: |
Grace Road
Athlone, Co. Westmeath
Ireland |
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Telephone: |
+353 9064 92679 |
| Section 2: |
Composition/information on ingredients |
| 2.1 |
Chemical nature: |
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Preparation of: Styrene — butadiene — copolymer |
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Possibly: dyes |
| 2.2 |
Hazardous ingredients: None |
| Section 3: |
Hazard identification |
| 3.1 |
None |
| Section 4: |
First aid measures |
| 4.1 |
If inhaled: |
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On inhalation of decomposition products: Keep patient calm, remove to fresh air, summon medical help. |
| 4.2 |
On skin contact: Areas affected by molten material should be quickly placed under cold running water. |
| 4.3 |
On contact with eyes: Wash affected eyes for at least 15 minutes under running water with eyelids held open. |
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On ingestion: No special measures necessary. |
| 4.5 |
Note to physician: On inhalation of decomposition products: Treat according to symptoms (decontamination, vital functions), no known specific antidote. |
| Section 5: |
Fire fighting measures |
| 5.1 |
Suitable extinguishing media: In case of fire, various kinds of fire extinguishers may be used, water, dry extinguishing media, foam. |
| 5.2 |
Unsuitable extinguishing media: None. |
| 5.3 |
Special protective equipment: In case of fire, wear a self contained breathing apparatus. |
| 5.4 |
The following can be given off in a fire: Carbon dioxide (CO2) and steam. |
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In addition small quantities of the following substances can be formed: Carbon monoxide, monomers, other degradation products. |
| 5.5 |
Further information: Dispose of fire debris and contaminated extinguishing water in accordance with local regulations. |
| Section 6: |
Accidental release measures |
| 6.1 |
Methods for cleaning up: Sweep/shovel up. |
| Section 7: |
Handling and storage |
| 7.1 |
Handling: |
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Gaseous products of degradation can be given off if the product is greatly overheated: Monomers, other degradation products. Avoid inhalation of vapour. Atmospheric air evaluation in accordance with TRGS 402 (Germany). |
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When the product is ground (chopped), dust explosion regulations should be noted. (VDI guidelines 3673, 2263 (Germany) ). Processing machines must be fitted with local exhaust ventilation. |
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Protection against fire and explosion: No special measures necessary. |
| 7.2 |
Storage: Keep in a dry place. |
| Section 8: |
Exposure controls/personal protection |
| 8.1 |
Additional information on the lay-out of technical plant: ( see 7) |
| 8.2 |
Components with workplace control parameters: |
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Styrene |
CAS-No. 100-42-5 |
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Observe the appropriate MAK value (Germany) ; TRGS 900 (Germany). |
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Buta-1,3-diene |
CAS-No. 106-99-0 |
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The relevant TRK value (Germany) should be noted; TRGS 100,102 (Germany). |
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Buta-1,3-diene: According to animal experiments, the substance can be assumed to be carcinogenic. |
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Given suitable ventilation, it can be assumed that the threshold limits will not be reached. |
| 8.3 |
Personal protective equipment: Respiratory protection: If breathable dust is formed Filter P1 (for solid particles) (DIN 3181). |
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Eye protection: Safety glasses with free flowing granules. |
| Section 9: |
Physical and chemical properties |
| 9.1 |
Form: |
Granular |
| 9.2 |
Colour: |
Various, depending on the shade. |
| 9.3 |
Odour: |
Faint specific odour |
| 9.4 |
Density: |
1.05g/m3 (DIN 53479) |
| 9.5 |
Bulk density: |
610 kg/m3 approx |
| 9.6 |
Solubility in water: |
Insoluble |
| 9.7 |
Solubility in other solvents: |
Soluble in Aromatic solvents |
| 9.8 |
Softening Point: |
20-60C (DIN 53460) |
| 9.9 |
Ignition temperature: |
>370C (DIN 51594) |
| 9.10 |
Fire promoting Properties: |
None |
| Section 10: |
Stability and reactivity |
| 10.1 |
Conditions to avoid: To avoid thermal decomposition, do not overheat. Thermal decomposition: 320C (approx) |
| 10.2 |
Possible thermal degradation products: Monomers and degradation products. |
| Section 11: |
Toxicological information |
| 11.1 |
Acute toxicity: No data available. Insoluble in water. |
| Section 12: |
Ecological information |
| 12.1 |
Elimination information: Insoluble in water. |
| 12.2 |
Behaviour and environmental fate: Due to the consistency of the product, and its insolubility in water, it will apparently not be bioavailable. |
| Section 13: |
Disposal considerations |
| 13.1 |
Product: Must be dumped or incinerated in accordance with local regulations. |
| Section 14: |
Transport information |
| 14.1 |
Not classified as hazardous under transport regulations. |
| Section 15: |
Regulatory information |
| 15.1 |
Labelling according to EU Directives: Not subject to labelling. |
| 15.2 |
National legislation/regulations: |
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Supplementary classification according to German “Hazardous Substances” legislation (Gefahrstoffverordnung) |
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Not classified according to German “Hazardous Substances” regulations (Germany). |
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Water hazard class: non water hazardous (VwVwS (Germany) of 17.5.1999, Annex 1) |
| Section 16: |
Other information |
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The information contained herein is based on the present state of our knowledge and does not therefore guarantee certain properties. |
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Recipients of our product must take responsibility for observing existing laws and regulations. |
| Ireland: |
Grace Rd, Athlone, Co Westmeath. Tel: +353 - 9064 - 92670. Fax: +353 - 9064 - 94086 |
| UK: |
Equipoint, Coventry Road, Birmingham B25 8AD. Tel: +44 -121-764 4848. Fax: +44 - 121 764 4443 |
| Netherlands: |
Schouwburgring 85, 5038 TK Tilburg, The Netherlands. Tel: +31 - 13 - 544 7265. Fax: +31 - 13 - 544 2747 |
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