Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
Thomastown, VIC 3074
INSULFRAX庐 LDS MOLDABLE
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 LDS Moldable
Brand Name:
Ship. Name (CSN): None Allocated
UN Number: None Allocated
DG Class None Allocated
Packaging Group None Allocated
Hazchem Code None Allocated
Poisons Schedule Not Scheduled
Product Use High Temperature Putty
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 9.
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Flammability
Fire Hazards: Non flammable
Explosive Hazards: Non explosive
Health Hazards: Irritating to eyes, skin, respiratory system and disturbances
to Gastro intestines.
3. COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredients: Name CAS Proportion
Colloidal silica (amorphous) 7631-86-9 50.65%
Insulfrax Fibre 65997-17-3 20-45%
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Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
Thomastown, VIC 3074
INSULFRAX庐 LDS MOLDABLE
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 & Information on Ingredients cont鈥檇:
Fumed Silica 112945-52-5 1-15%
Other ingredients determined not to be
be hazardous 1-10%
Other Information Remaining components not determined to be hazardous
and/or hazardous components present at less than 1.0%
(0.1% for Worksafe Australia Cat. 1 & 2 carcinogens).
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
FIRST AID
Ingestion: Ingestion is unlikely, but if it does occur DO NOT induce
vomiting; drink plenty of water. Material should be
excreted naturally, but if effects persists seek medical
attention.
Eye: Flush immediately with large amount of water for at least
15 minutes (remove any contact lenses). Eyelids should
be held open away from the eyeball to ensure thorough
rinsing. Do not rub eyes.
Skin: If skin becomes irritated, remove contaminated clothing.
Wash areas of contact with soap and water. Do not rub or
scratch exposed skin. Using a skin cream or lotion after
washing may be helpful in reducing irritation.
Inhalation: Remove exposed person/s from source of exposure to
fresh air. Recovery should be rapid, but if effects persist
seek medical advice.
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Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
Thomastown, VIC 3074
INSULFRAX庐 LDS MOLDABLE
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
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.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Spills or Release Pick up large dried pieces and place in containers. Where
To the Environment possible, use vacuum cleaner to clean up smaller spilled
material. Refer to removal procedures in use and handling.
7. HANDLING & STORAGE
Storage Precautions: Keep dry. No special storage requirements.
Handling: In the installation of unbonded materials, the following
handling and installation procedures are recommended:
a) All installation practices should be designed to minimise
the liberation of any airborne fibre or dust.
b) In large installations of several days/weeks duration, the
installation area should be clearly designated and
barriers erected to limit access.
c) The Ceramic Materials should be stored in sealed
plastic bags or similar containers until installation is to
proceed. These containers should only be opened
within the designated work area when work is to start.
d) Where possible, materials should be delivered in sizes
such that a minimum of handling is required. However
when cutting or drilling is required, these should be
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Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
Thomastown, VIC 3074
INSULFRAX庐 LDS MOLDABLE
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
7. Handling & Storage cont鈥檇:
done with hand tools fitted with local exhaust
extraction. The exhaust from such extraction
equipment should be fitted and positioned away from
other work areas.
e) Empty storage bags should be folded and stored in a
waste container along with any waste material.
f) Upon completion of the job, all excess materials should
be sealed in bags prior to removal from the designated
work area. The work area should be vacuumed using an
industrial vacuum cleaner. Wet mopping and wiping can
be utilised if an industrial vacuum cleaner is not
available.
For removal of Ceramic Fiber materials the following handling procedures are
recommended:
a) All installation practices should be designed to minimise
the liberation of any airborne fibre or dust.
b) In large installations of several days/weeks duration, the
installation area should be clearly designated and
barriers erected to prevent access.
c) Upon completion of the job, all excess materials should
be sealed in bags prior to removal from the designated
work area. The work area should be vacuumed using
an industrial vacuum cleaner. Wet mopping and wiping
can be utilised if an industrial vacuum cleaner is not
available.
For removal of embrittled Ceramic Fiber materials the following procedures, in particular
the selection of respirator protection should be
implemented during the removal of such materials.
a) The removal area should be signposted and contained,
where workable, to minimize the transfer of dust to
other work areas.
b) Separate change areas should be provided to minimize
the transfer of dust to general work areas.
c) Where workable, the spent material should be wetted
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Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
Thomastown, VIC 3074
INSULFRAX庐 LDS MOLDABLE
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
7. Handling & Storage cont鈥檇:
to suppress dust generation.
d) Waste shall be placed in containers, plastic bags or
other methods which prevent Fiber and/or dust
emission, and disposed of in accordance with local
waste disposal authority requirements.
e) The removal area should then be cleaned using an
Industrial vacuum cleaner and:-
f) Once visible dust has been cleaned up, containment
material should be removed in a manner that
minimizes the liberation of any trapped dust.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS & PERSONAL PROTECTION
Personal Protection The National Code of Practice for the Safe Use of
Synthetic Mineral Fibres (NOHSC May 1990) advises that
for installation and removal of both bonded and unbonded
ceramic Fiber material the following personal protective
Equipment should be used:
a) Disposable coveralls or long sleeve, loose fitting clothing
and gloves (launderable clothing should be washed
separately from other clothing).
b) Where overhead work is involved, goggles and head
covering should be worn; and
c) A half-face (P1 or P2) respirator should be worn during
work in enclosed or poorly ventilated spaces, or where
evidence suggests that respirable fibre levels may
exceed 0.5 f/ml.
For removal of embrittled or heat effected ceramic materials, the following personal
protective equipment should be used by all personnel directly involved in the removal
work:
a) Disposable coveralls or long sleeve, loose fitting clothing
and gloves (launderable clothing should be washed
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Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
Thomastown, VIC 3074
INSULFRAX庐 LDS MOLDABLE
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
8. Exposure Controls & Personal Protection cont鈥檇.
separately from other clothing).
b) Where overhead work is involved, goggles and head
covering should be worn. Eye protection would be
provided as an integral component of a full-face
respirator
c) A class P2 respirator provides the necessary protection
factor for this task. However, in some circumstances
where excessive levels of dust are created, the
limitations of filter loading capacity and facial seal may
necessitate the use of:
a full (P3) cartridge respirator, or
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a full (P3) powered air-purifying respirator or
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a full faced, positive pressure demand airline
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respirator.
All respiratory devices should be tested for compliance with
AS/NZS 1715 & AS/NZS 1716.
9. PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance White fibrous material - Nil odour
Melting Point 1760C
Boiling Point Not applicable
Vapour Pressure Not applicable
Specific Gravity 2.62
Flash Point None
Flamm. Limit LEL Not applicable
Solubility in Water Not available
Autoignition Temp None
Vapour Density Not applicable
pH Value Not applicable
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Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
Thomastown, VIC 3074
INSULFRAX庐 LDS MOLDABLE
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
10. STABILITY & REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable under normal conditions of use.
Hazardous Reactions Refer to SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
Decomposition Products
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
A number of studies have been conducted on the health effects of inhalation exposure of
rats and hamsters. In a lifetime (6 hours per day, 5 days a week for 24 months) nose
only inhalation study, rats exposed to the maximum Tolerated Dose (30mg.m3, 200
Fibers/ml) developed progressive lung damage (interstitial fibrosis) and cancer of the
lung and mesothelioma. In contrast, Hamsters similarly exposed, developed interstitial
fibrosis and mesothelioma but no lung cancers. A multiple dose study (3, 9, 16mg/m3;
25, 75 and 150 Fibers/ml) found a dose related parenchymal fibrosis however, in the
lowest exposed group (25 Fibers/ml), no irreversible effects were found that could be
attributed to ceramic Fiber exposure. There was no statistical excess of lung tumours at
any dose. One rat developed a mesothelioma in the 75 Fiber/ml exposure group.
In 1987, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) reviewed the
epidemiological and animal toxicology data on SMF (including ceramic Fiber, glasswool,
rockwool and slagwood) and classified the group as possible human carcinogens (IARC
Group 2B).
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
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Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
Thomastown, VIC 3074
INSULFRAX庐 LDS MOLDABLE
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
13. Disposal Considerations cont鈥檇:
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: R40 (3) Possible risk of irreversible effects. R36/37/38
Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
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.
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Version: 1.3
Control Status: Controlled Document
Created on: 01/08/07 8
Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
Thomastown, VIC 3074
INSULFRAX庐 LDS MOLDABLE
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
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
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.
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