MATERIALS SAFETY DATA SHEET
DATE OF ISSUE 19 JULY 2003
STATEMENT OF The powder contained in the Aerosol Fire Extinguisher is
HAZARDOUS NATURE not classified as hazardous according to the criteria of
Worksafe Australia.
COMPANY DETAILS Australian Aerosols Pty. Ltd.
Address Factory Unit 3, 14 Lamb Place, Cambridge. Tasmania.
Australia 7170.
Telephone Number International 61 3 6248 5622
Local 03 6248 5622
Emergency Number International 61 417326871
IDENTIFICATION
Product Name Super Fire-X Aerosol Dry Powder Extinguisher
(500 gram 鈥? Net Weight)
Containing 500 grams dry chemical powder - Mono
Ammonium Phosphate 90% (ABE 90) with Nitrogen gas
propellant
Manufacturers Code Super Fire-X 500 gram
7 03941 88801 (Manufacturer鈥檚 Barcode No)
UN Number UN1044
Dangerous Goods, Class Fire Extinguisher with compressed or liquefied gas
And Subsidiary Risk: CLASS 2.2
Hazchem Code 1XE
Poisonous Schedule Number Not applicable
USE: Fire Extinguisher
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PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION/PROPERTIES
Appearance: Fire engine red aerosol can with red trigger assembly and
clear plastic overcap.
Dry Chemical Powder 鈥? Finely divided bluish powder, no
characteristic odour.
PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION/PROPERTIES OF POWDER
Melting Point Of powder approximately 190 degree C.
Vapour Pressure Not applicable
Specific Gravity Of Powder 鈥? approximately 1.85
Flashpoint Not applicable
Flammability Limits Not applicable
Solubility in Water Of Powder 鈥? Slight Water-repellent coating
Other Properties ph (10% solution) Approximately 4 鈥? 5
Ingredients Chemical Name CAS Number Proportions
Mono Ammonium 7722 鈥? 76 鈥?1 85.5%-94.5%
Phosphate
Ammonium Sulphate 7783 鈥? 20 鈥? 2 0 鈥?7.5%
Mica 12001 鈥? 26 鈥? 2 <3%
Attapulgite Clay 8031 鈥? 18 鈥? 3 <2%
Methyl hydrogen 68037 鈥? 59 鈥?2 <1%
polysiloxane
Silica (amorphous 7631 鈥? 86 鈥?9 <1%
Precipitated)
Health Hazard Information relating to the powder
Acute
Swallowed: May cause mild gastric distress
Eye: Moderate irritation, reddening of the affected eye and
discomfort.
Skin: May be mildly irritant.
Inhaled: Transient cough, shortness of breath, irritation of airways.
Chronic: This product is not known to cause any chronic illness or diseases
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First Aid relating to the powder.
Swallowed: Rinse mouth, drink large amounts of water and induce
vomiting. Seek medical help.
Eye: Flush with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. If
irritation persists seek medical attention.
Skin: Wash with soap and water. If irritation persists seek medical
attention.
Inhaled: Move the victim to fresh air. Seek medical attention if
discomfort continues.
First Aid Facilities: No special facilities are needed. An adequate and
accessible water supply is highly recommended.
Advice to Doctor: Give a copy of this Materials Safety Data Sheet to Doctor in order to facilitate
medical attention.
Precautions after use 鈥? Super Fire-X fire extinguisher.
If the extinguisher is used in a confined space, ventilate the area and
withdraw until dust has completely settled.
Flammability: Not applicable. This product is an aerosol fire
extinguisher containing fire extinguishing agents.
Safe Handling Information 鈥? Super Fire-X Aerosol Fire Extinguisher.
Storage and Transport.
Store in a cool place.
Disposal of the extinguisher.
Discard after any use. Do not incinerate or puncture the container,
even when empty. Depressurise and discard after use by date.
Spills and Disposal of Powder.
Sweep up or vacuum.
Fire/Explosion hazards. Do not incinerate or store in extreme
temperatures. There is no fire hazard.
Contact Point International 61 3 6248 5622 Emergency 61 417 326 871
or 61 408 124 462
Australia 03 6248 5622 Emergency 0417 326 871
or 0408 124 462
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