FIBERFILLER
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
24-Hour Emergency Telephone (800) 451-8346 (3E Company)
This MSDS complies with 29 CFR 1910.1200 (Hazard Communication)
1. Product and Supplier Identification
Product: FIBERFILLER
Product Use: Unsaturated Polyester Resin Structural Putty
Supplier: Fiberlay, Inc.
2425 NW Market St,
Seattle WA 98107
Telephone: (206) 782-0660
Facsimile: (206) 782-0662
2. Composition
Component % (w/w) CAS Number Exposure Limits
Not applicable
Unsaturated 50-54 Not applicable
Polyester Resin (mixture)
(OSHA PEL-TWA) 50 ppm 鈥? 8 Hr TWA
Styrene Monomer 26-30 100-42-5
(OSHA PEL-STEL) 200 ppm 鈥? 15 Min
TWA
(ACGIH TLV-TWA) 20 ppm (85 mg/m3 )
(ACGIH TLV-STEL) 40 ppm (170 mg/m鲁 )
Not applicable
Amorphous Fumed 5 鈥? 12 7631-86-9
Silica
Not applicable
Milled Fiber 6-13 Not applicable
3. Hazards Identification
Routes of Entry:
Skin Contact: Moderate Eye Contact: Minor Ingestion: Major Inhalation: Major
Emergency Overview: Central nervous system depressant. High vapor concentration may
cause headache, nausea, dizziness, drowsiness and confusion. Causes skin and eye irritation.
Aspiration hazard. Swallowing or vomiting of the liquid may result in aspiration into the lungs.
Acute Health Effects: INHALATION: Liquid or spray mist may produce tissue damage on
mucous membranes of mouth and respiratory tract. Inhalation of the spray mist may produce
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severe irritation of respiratory tract, characterized by coughing, choking, or shortness of breath.
Respiratory irritation is the most commonly reported effect. High concentrations cause depression
of the central nervous system (CNS) with symptoms such as drowsiness, headache, confusion,
incoordination and unconsciousness.
SKIN CONTACT: Very slightly to slightly dangerous in case of skin contact. May cause skin
sensitization.
EYE CONTACT: Liquid or spray mist may produce tissue damage on mucous membranes of
eyes. Very slightly to slightly dangerous in case of eye contact. May cause eye irritation.
INGESTION: Ingestion may cause effects similar to those experienced under the heading
鈥淚NHALATION鈥?
Chronic Health Effects: Carcinogenic: Classified 2B (Possible for human) by IARC (Styrene).
Repeated exposure to a highly toxic material may produce general deterioration of health by an
accumulation in one or many human organs. An increased incidence of lung tumors observed in
mice from a recent inhalation study. The relevance of this finding is uncertain since data from
other long-term animal studies and from epidemiology studies of workers exposed to styrene do
not provide a basis to conclude that styrene is carcinogenic. Lung effects have been observed in
the mouse following repeated exposure.
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure:
Pre-existing eye, skin, respiratory tract disorders may be aggravated by exposure.
4. First Aid Measures
INHALATION: This product is flammable. Take proper precautions. Remove victim to fresh air.
Give artificial respiration if indicated. Get medical attention.
SKIN CONTACT: Avoid direct contact. Wear chemical protective clothing, if necessary. Quickly
and gently blot or brush away excess chemical. Wash gently and thoroughly with water and non-
abrasive soap for 20 minutes or until chemical is removed. Under running water, remove
contaminated clothing, shoes and leather goods (e.g. watchbands, belts). Completely
decontaminate clothing, shoes and leather goods before re-use or discard. If the contact is
severe and pain persists after long term rinsing with water, rinse the contaminated area with
lukewarm pasteurized milk. After pain has stopped, rinse thoroughly with water. Obtain medical
attention immediately.
EYE CONTACT: MAY CAUSE EYE IRRITATION. Check and remove any contact lenses. Flush
with plenty of water for at least 20 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. DO
NOT INTERRUPT FLUSHING. Take care not to contaminate non-affected eye. Seek medical
attention.
INGESTION: If patient is conscious, give three or four glasses of water. Do not induce vomiting
Do not give anything by mouth to a convulsing or unconscious person. Get medical attention.
GENERAL COMMENTS: Good personal hygiene is essential. Avoid eating, smoking or drinking
in work areas.
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5. Fire Fighting Measures
31oC (87.8掳F) TCC
Flash point:
490o C (914掳F) See information under 鈥淔ire Fighting
Autoignition Temperature:
Instructions鈥?
0.09 % by volume
Lower Explosive Limit:
6.8% by volume
Upper Explosion Limit:
No
Sensitivity to Impact:
No
Sensitivity to Static Discharge:
Hazardous Combustion Products: Burning may produce oxides of carbon.
Extinguishing Media: Use carbon dioxide, alcohol foam, or dry chemical. Water should be used
to cool surrounding containers.
Fire Fighting Instructions: Vapor will flash and the liquid will burn. Keep away from all sources
of ignition and avoid elevated temperatures. Vapors are heavier than air, and may collect in low-
lying areas. Firefighters must wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Personal Protection: Wear adequate personal protection to prevent skin contact. See Section 8
for specific recommendations
Environmental Precautions: Prevent release into waterways and sewers. Stop spill as soon as
possible to prevent contamination of soil, groundwater, or surface water.
Cleanup Procedures: Flammable liquid, insoluble or very slightly soluble in water. Keep away
from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Stop leak if without risk. Absorb with DRY earth,
sand, or other non-combustible material. Prevent entry into sewers, basements, or confined
areas. Dike if needed. Eliminate all sources of ignition. Call for assistance on disposal. Consult
Federal, State, and local regulations.
7. Handling and Storage
Handling Procedures: Keep away from heat and all sources of ignition. Ground all equipment
containing material. Do not ingest. Do not breath gas, fumes, vapor, or spray. Follow safe work
procedures and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
Storage: Keep well away from all sources of ignition. Store in a cool well-ventilated area out of
direct sunlight and away from heat and ignitions sources. Do not store near foodstuffs. Styrene
should not be stored for longer than 3 months. Containers should be checked weekly after 30
days to determine inhibitor concentration and possible polymerization. Store away from oxidizers
and corrosives and other incompatible materials such as sulfuric acid, peroxides, alkali metal,
which increase the risk of fire and explosion.
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8. Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
Engineering Controls: If used indoors, ensure adequate non-sparking ventilation. Remove all
sources of ignition and post 鈥淣o Smoking鈥? signs in the work place. Keep away from heat, and
never weld, cut, or solder empty containers. Use adequate ventilation to reduce concentration to
below TLV.
Respiratory Protection: Use a NIOSH approved organic vapor respirator if concentration below
minimum IDLH of 500 ppm in the workplace. For vapor concentrations in excess of 500 ppm, use
a supplied air, positive pressure respirator.
Skin Protection: Wear impervious gloves (butyl rubber) and clothing to prevent skin contact.
Eye and Face Protection: Chemical splash-proof goggles must be worn at all times.
Other: Eye wash station should be located near work area.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
鈮?146 oC (295掳 F)
Blue Putty
Appearance: Boiling Point:
Typical Resin Not available.
Odor: Freezing Point:
Not applicable. Not available
pH: Relative Density:
200 mm Hg No data
Vapor Pressure: Partition Coefficient:
Insoluble Not available.
Solubility: Evaporation Rate:
Heavier than air
Vapor Density:
Not applicable.
Melting Point:
10. Stability and Reactivity
Chemical Stability: This product is stable.
Hazardous Polymerization: May polymerize violently with risk of fire and explosion. Uninhibited
styrene, or styrene with low inhibitor concentration, polymerizes slowly at room temperature and
on exposure to light and air, and readily at elevated temperatures, greater than 65藲C (149藲F).
Polymerization becomes self-sustaining above 95 deg C (203掳 F). Metal salts (e.g. ferric or
aluminum chloride), peroxides, oxidizers and strong acids may also cause polymerization.
Incompatibility: Oxygen, oxidizing agents - Increased risk of fire and explosion. Can form
explosive peroxides. Strong acids (e.g. sulfuric acid, oleum, chlorosulfonic acid) 鈥? Increased
temperature and pressure; increased risk of fire and explosion. Alkali metal, graphite
compounds, metallic halide salts, peroxides (dibenzoyl peroxide, di-tertbutyl peroxide),
azoisobutyronitrile 鈥? Can initiate polymerization. Byllithium - Explosion can occur. Halogens - Can
react with low concentrations of halogens, in the presence of UV light, to form a strong irritant.
Can form peroxides in the presence of light and air or on contact with acids. Styrene monomer
has been involved in several plant-scale explosions when stored inappropriately or accidentally
heated.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Styrene oxide. Thermal decomposition or combustion
can produce fumes containing organic acids, CO, CO2, toxic gases and acrid smoke.
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11. Toxicological Information
Styrene Monomer 5000 mg/kg (oral/rat)
Acute Exposure (LD50):
Styrene Monomer 5640 ppm (Rat, 4 hour exposure)
Acute Exposure (LC50):
See Section 3.
Chronic Exposure:
See Section 2.
Exposure Limits:
See Section 3.
Irritancy:
See Section 3.
Sensitization:
There is evidence of subtle changes in hearing, balance, color
Neurotoxicity:
vision, the speed of nerve conduction and psychological
performance.
Styrene is listed by IARC, Group 2B possible human carcinogen.
Carcinogenicity:
Not reported
Teratogenicity:
There is some evidence that high exposures to styrene can
Reproductive Toxicity:
affect the male reproductive system in rats.
Data cited but not conclusive.
Mutagenicity:
Styrene metabolism is slowed down by the presence of other
Synergistic Products:
organic solvents, including ethyl alcohol. Thus the toxic effects of
styrene are enhanced by exposure to other solvents
12. Ecological Information
Environmental Toxicity: Styrene is classified as a Hazardous Air Pollutant (HAP).
Biodegradability: No data available.
13. Disposal Considerations
Review Federal, State, and local government requirements prior to disposal. Store material for
disposal as indicated in Storage Conditions. Disposal by controlled incineration may be
acceptable.
14. Transport Information
DOT Shipping Name: Resin Solution
DOT Hazard Class: 3
DOT Identification Number UN1866
DOT Packaging Group: III
DOT Label Flammable Liquid
DOT Placard: UN1866 Placard is required if
container volume exceeds 119
gallons.
RQ 鈥? Styrene 1000 LBS
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Canadian Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations: Resin Solution, Class 3,
UN 1866, P.G. III
International Air Transport Association (IATA): Resin Solution, Class 3, UN 1866, P.G. III
.
International Maritime Organization (IMO): Resin Solution, Class 3, UN 1866, P.G. III,
Flash Point = 31oC, EmS No. 3-05, Stowage Category 鈥淎鈥?
15. Regulatory Information
UNITED STATES REGULATIONS:
Hazardous
29CFR 1910.1200:
Hazardous
40CFR 116-117:
Not subject to Emergency Planning and
40CFR 355, Appendices A and B:
Notification
Listed
40CFR 372:
Listed, Reportable Quantity, 1000 lbs (454 Kg)
40CFR 302:
STATE REGULATIONS:
Styrene may contain up to 2 ppm of benzene as a contaminant. Styrene can react in the
presence of air to form styrene oxide. Benzene and styrene oxide are chemicals known
to the state of California to cause cancer and/or birth defects.
CANADIAN FEDERAL REGULATIONS:
CEPA, DOMESTIC SUBSTANCES LIST: Listed
B2, D2A, D2B, F
WHMIS CLASSIFICATION:
16. Other Information
Preparation Date: February 18, 2004
Prepared by: Fiberlay, Inc.
Comments: This Material Safety Data Sheet is believed to be accurate from all information
available at the time of creation.
Revisions: None
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