Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
Thomastown, VIC 3074
INSULFRAX庐 VARIFORM
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 Variform
Product Name:
Ship. Name (CSN): None Allocated
Other Names: Carbowool Varicast
Carbowool Variform
UN Number: None Allocated
DG Class None Allocated
Packaging Group None Allocated
Hazchem Code None Allocated
Poisons Schedule Not Scheduled
Product Use Thermal Insulation Cement (Med/High Temperature)
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: See page 8.
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.
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Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
Thomastown, VIC 3074
INSULFRAX庐 VARIFORM
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
Amorphous Alkaline earth
Silicate Fibre 65997-17-3 15-25%
(Glass Oxide)
Fumed Silica 7631-86-9 5-15%
Calcium aluminate cement 65997-16-2 50-80%
(Cement, alumina)
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Ingestion: Ingestion is unlikely, but if it does occur DO NOT induce
vomiting; drink plenty of water.
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.
ADVICE TO DOCTOR: Treat symptomatically for irritant effects see 鈥極ther
Information 鈥? Toxicology鈥?.
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Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
Thomastown, VIC 3074
INSULFRAX庐 VARIFORM
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 non 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 Insulfrax Variform, 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 Insulfrax Variform 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 VARIFORM
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.
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 Insulfrax Variform 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.
d) With prolonged operations above the recommended
use limit of 980潞 c, a small proportion of Insulfrax may
transform to Wollastonite and disordered cristobalite
warranting higher levels of dust control and respiratory
protection.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS & PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Information: 0.5 fibre/ml for SMF; 2mg/m鲁 fumed silica (respirable
dust);
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Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
Thomastown, VIC 3074
INSULFRAX庐 VARIFORM
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:
10mg/m鲁 calcium aluminate cement (inspirable dust),
(NOHSC 1995).
Personal Protection : The National Code of Practice for the Safe Use of
Synthetic Mineral Fibres (NOHSC May 1990) advises the
use of the following PPE for installation and removal of
both bonded and unbonded glasswool materials:
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.
All respiratory devices should be tested for compliance
with AS/NZS 1715 & AS/NZS 1716.
9. PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance Tan fibrous mix - Nil odour
Melting Point 1330C
Boiling Point Not applicable
Vapour Pressure Not applicable
Specific Gravity 2.6
Flash Point None
Flamm. Limit LEL Not applicable
Solubility in Water Insoluble, fibres slowly soluble in physiological solutions.
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Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
Thomastown, VIC 3074
INSULFRAX庐 VARIFORM
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
The potential for SMF fibres to produce health effects has been the subject of extensive
investigations over a number of decades. In 1997 the International Agency for Research
on Cancer (IARC) reviewed the epidemiological and animal toxicology data on SMF
(including ceramic fibre, glasswool, rockwool and slagwool) and classified the group as
possible human carcinogens (IARC Group 2B). Since that time research has been
conducted specific to Insulfrax. Additional information will be updated as studies are
completed and reviewed. The following is a review of the results to date:
TOXICOLOGY: A number of studies have been made on the health effects of inhalation
of fibres with similar chemistry and biopersistence to Insulfrax. A lifetime ( 6 hours per
day, 5 days a week for 24 months) nose only inhalations study has been conducted in
rats exposed to Maximum Tolerated Dose (30 mg/m鲁 , 200 fibres/ml). The findings
indicate:
- no progressive lung damage (interstitial fibrosis) in the animals
- reversible cellular changes in the animal鈥檚 lung tissue similar to the effects
observed after inhalation of high concentrations of inert dust.
- No cancer of the lung or mesothelioma incidence over the control group.
The biopersistence of Insulfrax fibres tested under the European protocol for long fibres
(.20 um) following inhalation produces a half-life of less than 10 days.
Fumed silica is amorphous (non-crystalline) and does not cause silicosis
(pneumoconiosis).
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Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
Thomastown, VIC 3074
INSULFRAX庐 VARIFORM
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.
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
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: 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. Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and
eye/face protection.
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Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
Thomastown, VIC 3074
INSULFRAX庐 VARIFORM
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.
15. Regulatory Information cont鈥檇:
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
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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