Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
ISOFRAX庐
Thomastown, VIC 3074
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
Isofrax庐
Product Name
Isofrax庐 Bulk Fibre
Other Names:
Isofrax庐 Blanket
Isofrax庐 Modules
Isofoam庐
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 7
Authorised by: Alan Smith
Version: 1.3
Control Status: Controlled Document
Created on: 01/08/07 1
Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
ISOFRAX庐
Thomastown, VIC 3074
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
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Flammability
Non Flammable
Fire Hazards:
Not Explosive
Explosive Hazards:
Irritating to eyes, skin, respiratory system and disturbances to
Health Hazards:
Gastro intestines.
3. COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredients: Amorphous Magnesium Silicate
Name CAS Proportion
SiO2 70 - 77%
MgO 19 - 26%
Trace elements 0 - 4%
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Ingestion Drink large volumes 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.
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Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
ISOFRAX庐
Thomastown, VIC 3074
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
4. First Aid Measures cont鈥檇:
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 HANDLING INFORMATION
Decomposition Products
Hazchem Code: None Allocated.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Spills or Release Do not flush to drain. Prevent entry to waterways. Do not
To the Environment 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.
Handling: Use of protective clothing (ie gloves, clothing, glasses) to
reduce possible irritation is recommended.
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Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
ISOFRAX庐
Thomastown, VIC 3074
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
Exposure Controls: Name CAS No. Exposure
Magnesia Silicate 65997-17-3 TWA 0.5 f/ml**
** National Occupational and Safety Commission - National
Code of Practice for the safe use of Synthetic Fibres.
This product possesses a fiber chemistry within the regulatory (European Commission
Directive 97/69/EC) definition as a "man-made vitreous (silicate) fiber with random
orientation with alkaline oxide and alkaline earth oxide (Na2O + K2O + CaO + MgO +
BaO) content greater than 18% by weight". Isofrax庐 fibers have been tested pursuant to
EU protocol ECB/TM/26, rev. 7, Nota Q, Directive 97/69/EC. The results for the short
term biopersistence test by inhalation (IH test) was 6 days; well below the regulatory
threshold of 10 days cited in Directive 97/69/EC. Based on testing results, Isofrax庐
based products are not regarded as potential carcinogens and they ARE EXEMPT from
European classification as such. By virtue of these test results, these products ARE
EXEMPT from European regulatory guidelines that require hazard warning labels with
specific risk phrases citing respiratory disease potential. In addition, Isofrax庐 fibers have
been tested in an independent laboratory, by intratracheal (IT test) instillation, under a
protocol that was consistent with the requirements of the German Hazardous
Substances Ordinance (BGBI. I pp. 1782, 2049, Third Amendment, Appendix V, No. 7).
The half-life clearance of Isofrax庐 fibers was 32.7 days; well below the applicable
regulatory thresholds. Based on the IT test results, Isofrax庐 products ARE EXEMPT
from the requirements of the German Ordinance.
The definition of "irritant" contained in the hazard communication standard, 29 CFR
1900.1200, Appendix A, is "...a reversible inflammatory effect on living tissue by
chemical action...". Isofrax庐 fiber is an inert material which doesn't interact chemically
with exposed skin. However, there is a possibility that exposure to this product may
cause temporary mechanical irritation to the eyes, skin or respiratory tract (nose, throat,
lungs). This temporary irritation can be mitigated with proper handling practices designed
to limit exposure and the use of protective clothing (glasses, gloves, clothing).
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Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
ISOFRAX庐
Thomastown, VIC 3074
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:
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 overhead work.
9. PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance White Odorless Fibre
>1500oc
Boiling/Melting Point
Vapour Pressure Not determinable
Specific Gravity 2.6
Flash Point Not determinable
Flamm. Limit Not determinable
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
Toxicology This product has been the subject of limited testing.
A review of available scientific literature suggests an inverse relationship between
dissolution rate and potential health effects; i.e. the higher the dissolution rate of a fiber
the lower its potential to produce health effects. The dissolution rate of Isofrax鈩? fiber
has been determined through standardized in vitro testing. The dissolution rate of
Isofrax鈩? fibers is higher than that of other fiber types that have been tested in chronic
animal studies and did not produce respiratory disease.
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Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
ISOFRAX庐
Thomastown, VIC 3074
ACN 093 625 757
Ph: (03) 9463 0000 Fax: (03) 9464 1176
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
No Classification under EEC Directive 76/548/EEC
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11. Toxicological Information cont鈥檇:
Epidemiology This product has not been the subject of epidemiological
study. Epidemiological studies related to other fiber
chemistries of similar solubility have not identified a
statistically significant incidence of exposure-related
respiratory disease
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Not Available.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste Disposal: Place in plastic containers and dispose in accordance with
local government provisions.
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
Authorised by: Alan Smith
Version: 1.3
Control Status: Controlled Document
Created on: 01/08/07 6
Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
ISOFRAX庐
Thomastown, VIC 3074
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
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.
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.
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Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
ISOFRAX庐
Thomastown, VIC 3074
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
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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