Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
Thomastown, VIC 3074
INSULFRAX庐 FT PAPER
ACN 093 625 757
& DS PAPER
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 FT Paper & DS Paper
Product Name
Other Names Insulfrax Paper
Carbowool Paper
Insulfrax S Paper
UN Number None
DG Class None
Manufacture's Product None
Code
Hazchem Code None
Poisons Schedule None
Product Use Heat Insulation
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 Details: See Page 6.
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Flammability: These products are non combustible, surrounding
combustible materials should determine extinguisher
selection.
None
Fire Hazards:
Non Explosive
Explosive Hazards:
Irritating to eyes, skin, respiratory system and disturbances
Health Hazards:
to Gastro intestines.
Authorised by: Alan Smith
Version: 1.3
Control Status: Controlled Document
Created on: 01/08/07 1
Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
Thomastown, VIC 3074
INSULFRAX庐 FT PAPER
ACN 093 625 757
& DS PAPER
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 Magnesia 65997-17-3 88 - 94%
Acrylic none 6 - 12%
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Ingestion Drink lots of water.
Eye Flush eyes with water
Skin Rinse affected areas with water and soap. Do not use
detergent.
Inhalation Remove to fresh air and blow nose to evacuate fibres.
First Aid Facilities Eye wash facilities are recommended if eye contact is
probable.
Advice to Doctor Pre-existing medical conditions may be aggravated by
exposure, specifically, bronchial hyper-activity and chronic
bronchial or lung disease. Persons chronically exposed to
aluminosilicate should be periodically monitored with chest
X-rays and pulmonary function testing. Granulomatous
skin reactions may occur if material gains entry to open
wounds.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES.
Fire Explosion Hazard: Not Flammable and not explosive.
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 FT PAPER
ACN 093 625 757
& DS PAPER
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 & Leaks: Do not flush to drain. Prevent entry to waterways. Do not
allow to be windblown.
7. HANDLING & STORAGE
Storage Precautions: Keep packaged in original packaging when not in use.
Handling: Gloves are recommended to avoid skin irritation. Safety
eyewear is also recommended particularly for above head
work.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS & PERSONAL PROTECTION
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 eyewear
is also recommended particularly for above head work.
Exposure Controls: Name CAS No. Exposure
Calcium Silicate 65997-17-3 TWA 0.5 f/ml **
Magnesia
** National Occupational and Safety Commission -
National Code of Practice for the safe use of Synthetic
Fibres.
This Product was invented in 1992, no epidemiological or
toxicological studies are available. Studies based on
chemically similar fibre using lifetime nose only inhalation,
Authorised by: Alan Smith
Version: 1.3
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Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
Thomastown, VIC 3074
INSULFRAX庐 FT PAPER
ACN 093 625 757
& DS PAPER
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 & Person Protection cont鈥檇:
showed no fibrosis or significant increase in lung tumours
in exposed animals. In addition, lifetime studies with
fibreglass show no irreversible effects.
As available, animal study results with Insulfrax fibre will be
presented.
9. PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance Green/Bluish Felt
Boiling/Melting Point None
Vapour Pressure None
Specific Gravity 1.3 - 1.9
Flash Point None
Flamm. Limit None
Solubility in Water (g/L) < 0.1
10. STABILITY & REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable under normal conditions of use.
Hazardous Reactions Refer to 鈥楶RECAUTIONS FOR USE鈥? INFORMATION
Decomposition Products
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxicology data and epidemiological studies are not available. Refer to 'Precautions for
Use' section for further information.
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 FT PAPER
ACN 093 625 757
& DS PAPER
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
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Not available.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste Disposal: Waste shall be placed in containers, plastic bags or other
methods which will prevent fibre and/or dust emission, and
disposed of in accordance with the local waste disposal
authority requirements. There may be specific regulations at
the Local, State or Federal level that pertain to this material.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
No special transport requirements are necessary.
UN Number None
DG Class None
Hazchem Code None
Poisons Schedule None
Product Use Heat Insulation
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Risk Statement: Temporary irritation to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
Safety Statement: Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face
protection.
Hazard Category: Irritant.
Poisons Schedule: Not scheduled.
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 FT PAPER
ACN 093 625 757
& DS PAPER
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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Authorised by: Alan Smith
Version: 1.3
Control Status: Controlled Document
Created on: 01/08/07 6
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