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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET U.S. Department of Labor Occupational Safety & Health Administration |
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SECTION I - IDENTIFIERS
MANUFACTURER: ANDEK CORPORATION ADDRESS: 850 Glen Avenue, Moorestown, NJ 08057 TELEPHONE: (856) 786-6900 or emergency (800) 424-9300 (CHEMTREC) TRADE NAME: ROOFAB CHEMICAL FAMILY: Stitchbonded Polyester Fabric
SECTION II - COMPOSITION
COMPONENT CAS # APPROX % TLV Polyester Polymer 71394-31-5 100.0
KNOWN CARCINOGENS OR MUTAGENS - TYPE & DEFINITION None
SECTION III - PHYSICAL DATA
BOILING POINT (F) N/A SPECIFIC GRAVITY (H20=1) 0.9 VAPOR PRESSURE N/A PERCENT, VOLATILE BY VOLUME None VAPOR DENSITY (AIR=1) N/A EVAPORATION RATE (N.B.A.=1) N/A SOLUBILITY IN WATER Insoluble pH 7
APPEARANCE & ODOR White fabric with no noticeable odor.
SECTION IV - FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
FLASH POINT (METHOD USED) : Non flammable FLAMMABLE LIMITS: N/A EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: COČ SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: As for synthetic fabrics.
UNUSUAL FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARDS: At high combustion temperatures, the fabric will form a molten mass. DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, and products of incomplete combustion of polyester.
SECTION V - HEALTH HAZARD DATA
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE:
SKIN: Polyester fabric is not considered to be a skin irritant although some individuals have an aversion to it. EYES: Fabric dust (lint) may irritate the eyes. BREATHING: Fabric dust (lint) may irritate the lungs. SWALLOWING: May cause choking.
FIRST AID PROCEDURES:
SKIN: . If an individual has been chafed by polyester, antiseptic cream and a surgical dressing should be applied. EYES: Wash with plenty of water and call a physician. BREATHING: Seek medical attention. SWALLOWING: Keep calm and seek immediate medical attention.
SECTION VI - REACTIVITY DATA
STABILITY: Stable INCOMPATABILITY (MATERIALS TO AVOID): None known. HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: None known. HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur. CONDITIONS TO AVOID: N/A
SECTION VII - SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED: Re-roll and re-use if possible.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD: According to local, state and federal regulations.
SECTION VIII - SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION (SPECIFY TYPE): Unnecessary EYE PROTECTION: Safety glasses, goggles SKIN PROTECTION: Cotton gloves. OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Coveralls, safety boots and hard hat if necessary. PERSONAL HYGIENE: Wash thoroughly after use; dry hands on excess product.
SECTION IX - SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING: Stack rolls in a safe and stable manner, according to good warehouse practices.
This information accumulated herein is believed to be accurate but is not warranted to be, whether originating with the company or not. Recipients are advised to confirm, in advance of need, that the information is current, applicable and suitable to their circumstances.
DATE ISSUED: JANUARY 2005
Copyright Andek Corporation 2005. All rights reserved.
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