Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
Thomastown, VIC 3074
INSULFRAX庐 BOARDS
ACN 093 625 757
Ph: (03) 9463 0000 Fax: (03) 9464 1176
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
No Classification under EEC Directive 76/548/EEC
Refer Worksafe Australia Classifying Clause 1.14.
1. IDENTIFICATION OF MATERIAL & SUPPLIER
Insulfrax 庐
Brand Name:
Insulfrax庐 Board
Product Name:
Insulfrax庐 H Board
Other Names: Carbowool Board
Uniboard
Uniblock
Insulfrax Silplate 1112
UN Number: None
DG Class: None
Manufacture's Product
Code: None
Hazchem Code: None
Poisons Schedule: None
Product Use: Heat Resistant Insulating Product
Manufacturer/Supplier: Unifrax Limited Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
Mill Lane, Rainford 336 Settlement Road
St. Helens Thomastown 3074
Merseyside 20 WA118L Victoria
UK Australia
Contact Information: See page 5
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Flammability
Fire Hazards: Non flammable
Explosive Hazards: Non explosive
Health Hazards: Temporary irritation to eyes, skin, respiratory system and
disturbances to Gastro intestines.
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Version: 1.3
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Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
Thomastown, VIC 3074
INSULFRAX庐 BOARDS
ACN 093 625 757
Ph: (03) 9463 0000 Fax: (03) 9464 1176
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
No Classification under EEC Directive 76/548/EEC
Refer Worksafe Australia Classifying Clause 1.14.
3. COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredients: Name CAS Proportion
Calcium Silicate 65997-17-3 > 90%
Magnesia
Silica (amphorous) 7631-86-9 2 鈥? 5%
Starch 9005-25-8 2 鈥? 5%
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Ingestion: Drink plenty of water..
Eye: Flush immediately with large amount of water.
Skin: Rinse affected areas with water and soap. Do not use
detergent.
Inhalation: Remove exposed person/s from source of exposure to
fresh air. Blow nose to evacuate fibres.
ADVICE TO DOCTOR: Acute irritation and/or inflammation are due to mechanical
action.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES.
Fire Explosion Hazard: Not Flammable and not explosive.
Hazardous Reactions/ Refer to SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
Decomposition Products
Hazchem Code: None Allocated.
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Version: 1.3
Control Status: Controlled Document
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Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
Thomastown, VIC 3074
INSULFRAX庐 BOARDS
ACN 093 625 757
Ph: (03) 9463 0000 Fax: (03) 9464 1176
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
No Classification under EEC Directive 76/548/EEC
Refer Worksafe Australia Classifying Clause 1.14.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Spills or Release Do not flush into drain. Prevent entry into waterways.
To the Environment Do not allow to be windblown.
Use vacuum cleaning equipment fitted with HEPA filters to
collect debris. Use dust extraction equipment. Avoid
procedures that will generate airborne fibres.
7. HANDLING & STORAGE
Storage Precautions: Keep packaged in original packaging when not in use.
Safe Handling: Respirators, gloves & safety eye ware are recommended.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS & PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Limits: Name CAS No. Exposure
Calcium Silicate 65997-17-3 TWA .5 f/ml **
Magnesia.
** National Occupational and Safety Commission -
National Code of Practice for the safe use of Synthetic
Fibers.
Personal Protection: Respirators are recommended. All respirators used shall
comply with the provisions of AS1715 and 1716. Gloves
are recommended to avoid skin irritation. Safety eye ware
Is also recommended particularly for above head work.
9. PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance: Blueish / White Board
Melting /Boiling Point: >1330潞C
Vapour Pressure Not applicable
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Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
Thomastown, VIC 3074
INSULFRAX庐 BOARDS
ACN 093 625 757
Ph: (03) 9463 0000 Fax: (03) 9464 1176
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
No Classification under EEC Directive 76/548/EEC
Refer Worksafe Australia Classifying Clause 1.14.
Specific Gravity 2.0 鈥? 3.0
9. Physical & Chemical Properties cont鈥檇:
Flash Point None
Flamm. Limit Not applicable
Solubility in Water (g/L) < 0.1
10. STABILITY & REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable under normal conditions of use.
Hazardous Reactions Refer to SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
Decomposition Products
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
This Product was invented in 1992, no epidemiological or toxicological studies are
available. Studies based on chemically similar fibre using lifetime nose only inhalation,
showed no fibrosis or significant increase in lung tumours in exposed animals. In
addition, lifetime studies with fiberglass show no irreversible effects.
As available, animal study results with Insulfrax fibre will be presented.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Not available.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste Disposal: Waste shall be placed in containers, plastic bags or other
methods which will prevent Fiber and/or dust emission and
disposed of in accordance with the local waste disposal
authority requirements. There may be specific regulations
Authorised by: Alan Smith
Version: 1.3
Control Status: Controlled Document
Created on: 01/08/07 4
Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
Thomastown, VIC 3074
INSULFRAX庐 BOARDS
ACN 093 625 757
Ph: (03) 9463 0000 Fax: (03) 9464 1176
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
No Classification under EEC Directive 76/548/EEC
Refer Worksafe Australia Classifying Clause 1.14.
at the Local, State or Federal level that pertain to this
material.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
No special transport requirements are necessary.
UN Number None Allocated
Shipping Name None Allocated
DG Class None Allocated
Packaging Group None Allocated
Hazchem Code None Allocated
Poisons Schedule Not Scheduled
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Risk Statement: Irritation or soreness in throat and nose congestion may occur
in extreme exposures.
Safety Statement: S22 Do not breathe dust. S52 Avoid contact with eyes. S38
In insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment.
S40 To clean floor and all objects contaminated by this
Material, use AS approved HEPA fitted vacuum cleaner.
S36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/
Face protection.
Hazard Category: Harmful, irritant.
Poisons Schedule: Not scheduled.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
+61 3 9463 0000
Contact: During Business Hours Ph:
Customer Service Toll Free: Ph: 1300 797 888
Emergency / After Hours Contact: Alan Smith
Ph: 0409 288 916
Authorised by: Alan Smith
Version: 1.3
Control Status: Controlled Document
Created on: 01/08/07 5
Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
Thomastown, VIC 3074
INSULFRAX庐 BOARDS
ACN 093 625 757
Ph: (03) 9463 0000 Fax: (03) 9464 1176
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
No Classification under EEC Directive 76/548/EEC
Refer Worksafe Australia Classifying Clause 1.14.
References: Replaces MSDS dated 27 March 2007.
NOTICE: The information presented herein is based on data considered to be accurate as of
the date of preparation of this Material Safety Data Sheet. However, no
warranty or representation, express or implied, is made as to the accuracy or
completeness of the foregoing data and safety information, nor is any
authorisation given or implied to practise any patented invention without licence.
In addition, no responsibility can be assumed by the vendor for any damage or
injury resulting from abnormal use, from any failure to adhere to recommended
practices, or from any hazards inherent in the nature of the product.
鈥︹?nd of Report鈥︹??
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Control Status: Controlled Document
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