Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
Thomastown, VIC 3074
FOAMFRAX B BINDER
ACN 093 625 757
Ph: (03) 9463 0000 Fax: (03) 9464 1176
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Classified as Hazardous according to criteria of Worksafe Australia
1. IDENTIFICATION OF MATERIAL & SUPPLIER
Brand Name: Foamfrax B Binder
Product Names: Foamfrax B Binder
UN Number: None Allocated
DG Class None Allocated
Packaging Group None Allocated
Hazchem Code None Allocated
Poisons Schedule Not Scheduled
Product Use Restricted to 鈥減rofessional users鈥? for application as part of the
Foamfrax Insulation system in industrial furnaces, ovens, kilns,
boilers and other process equipment. Should not be sold directly to
the general public.
Manufacturer/Supplier: Unifrax GmbH Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
Postfach 16 01 62 326 Settlement Rd
D-40564 Dusseldorf Thomastown Victoria 3074
Germany Australia
Unifrax UK Limited Unifrax France
Mill Lane, Rainford 17 Rue Antoine durafour
St. Helens, Merseyside 42420 Lorette, France
UK
Contact: See Page 6.
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Flammability
Fire Hazards: Non combustible. Packaging and surrounding materials may be
combustible.
Explosive Hazards: Non explosive
Health Hazards: Mild irritation to skin and eyes may result from exposure to spray mist.
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Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
Thomastown, VIC 3074
FOAMFRAX B BINDER
ACN 093 625 757
Ph: (03) 9463 0000 Fax: (03) 9464 1176
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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3. COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredients: COMPONENT EINECS CAS SYMBOL R PHRASES
Polyvinyl Alcohol 209-183-3 None None None assigned
Composition:
Chemical composition of Foamfrax Binder B: PVA <30% - Water 60-80%.
Description:
Foamfrax Binder B is an organic binder used in the Foamfrax insulation system.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Eye: In case of eye contact, flush abundantly with water; have
eye bath available. Do not rub eyes.
Skin: In case of skin irritation, rinse affected areas with water
and wash gently.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES.
Fire Explosion Hazard: Non combustible products.
Hazardous Reactions/ Refer to SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
Decomposition Products
Hazchem Code: None Allocated.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Spills or Release Small spills - contain absorbent materials such as clay
To the Environment or any commercially available absorbent. Shovel
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Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
Thomastown, VIC 3074
FOAMFRAX B BINDER
ACN 093 625 757
Ph: (03) 9463 0000 Fax: (03) 9464 1176
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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6. Accidental Release Measures cont鈥檇:
Reclaimed liquid and any absorbent into container for
disposal.
Large Spills - Bund to prevent further movement and
reclaim into suitable containers or use sludge gulper.
Do not flush to drains or surface water. Provide operators
involved in cleaning with suitable impervious gloves and
goggles.
7. HANDLING & STORAGE
Handling / Techniques to reduce dust emissions during handling.
Avoid contact with the skin, eyes and clothing.
Storage.
Store in original packaging in dry area whilst awaiting use.
Always use sealed and visibly labeled containers.
Avoid damaging the packaging and keep closed when not in use.
Emptied containers, which may contain debris, should be cleaned before disposal or
recycling.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS & PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls: Maintain good general ventilation when using this product.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
Skin Protection: Wear impervious gloves when handling the product and
Attaching the feeding equipment. Rinse contaminated
skin. Remove contaminated clothing and wash affected
areas. Launder clothes before re-use.
Eye Protection: Wear chemical goggles when handling the product.
Have eye wash facility available in the area.
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Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
Thomastown, VIC 3074
FOAMFRAX B BINDER
ACN 093 625 757
Ph: (03) 9463 0000 Fax: (03) 9464 1176
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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9. PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance Clear Wheat or Honey-coloured liquid.
Odour Slight
Boiling Point 100掳 C
Vapour Pressure Not applicable.
Specific Gravity at 21掳 (H虏 0=1)
C 1,035
Flash Point Not applicable
Flamm. Limit LEL Not applicable
Solubility in Water Soluble
Autoignition Temp Unknown
Vapour Density None
pH Value None
10. STABILITY & REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable under normal conditions of use.
Hazardous Reactions Refer to SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
Decomposition Products
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Based on our knowledge and the information supplied by the manufacturer, this product
is non toxic.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No adverse affects of this material on the environment are anticipated.
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Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
Thomastown, VIC 3074
FOAMFRAX B BINDER
ACN 093 625 757
Ph: (03) 9463 0000 Fax: (03) 9464 1176
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Classified as Hazardous according to criteria of Worksafe Australia
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste Disposal: Waste from these materials is not classified as a
hazardous waste and can generally be disposed of in
accordance with existing local, state, federal and
international environmental regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Not classified as dangerous goods.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Hazard Category: Non-hazardous..
Poisons Schedule: Not scheduled.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
RCF DEVITRIFICATION
As produced, all RCG fibers are vitreous (glassy) materials which do not contain crystalline silica.
Continued exposure to elevated temperatures may cause these fibers to devitrify (become
crystalline). The first crystalline formation (mullite) begins to occur at approximately 985掳 C
(1805掳 F). Crystalline phase silica may begin to form at temperatures of approximately 1200掳 C
(2192掳 F). The occurrence and extent of crystalline phase formation is dependent on the duration
and temperature of exposure, fiber chemistry and/or the presence of fluxing agents. The
presence of crystalline phases can be confirmed only through laboratory analysis of the 鈥渉ot face鈥?
fiber.
IARC鈥檚 evaluation of crystalline silica states 鈥淐rystalline silica inhaled in the form of quartz or
cristobalite from occupational sources is carcinogenic to humans (Group 1)鈥? and additionally
notes 鈥渃arcinogenicity in humans was not detected in all industrial circumstances studied鈥? (IARC
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Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
Thomastown, VIC 3074
FOAMFRAX B BINDER
ACN 093 625 757
Ph: (03) 9463 0000 Fax: (03) 9464 1176
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Classified as Hazardous according to criteria of Worksafe Australia
16. Other Information cont鈥檇:
Monograph Vol. 68, 1997). NTP lists all polymorphs of crystalline silica amongst substances
which may 鈥渞easonably be anticipated to be carcinogens鈥?.
IARC and NTP did not evaluate after-service RCF, which may contain various crystalline phases.
However, an analysis of after-service RCF samples obtained pursuant to an exposure monitoring
agreement with the USEPA, found that in the furnace conditions sampled, most did not contain
detectable levels of crystalline silica. Other relevant RCF studies found that (1) simulated after-
service RCF showed little, or no, activity where exposure was by inhalation or by intraperitoneal
injection; and (2) after-service RCF was not cytotoxic to macrophage-like cells at concentrations
up to 320 g/cm虏 - by comparison, pure quartz or cristobalite were significantly active at much
lower levels (circa 20 g/cm虏).
CONTACT DETAILS:
+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
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Unifrax Australia Pty. Ltd.
326 Settlement Road
Thomastown, VIC 3074
FOAMFRAX B BINDER
ACN 093 625 757
Ph: (03) 9463 0000 Fax: (03) 9464 1176
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Classified as Hazardous according to criteria of Worksafe Australia
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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