DIAFOIL庐 WHITE POLYESTER FILM NUMBER G00011
Issue Date: June 5, 1992
Revised: May 1, 2003
Emergency Contact
CHEMTREC 1-(800)-424-9300
Product Identification
Polyester film is polyethylene terephthalate (CAS# 25038-59-9). The film contains titanium dioxide pigment
(CAS# 13463-67-7).
Hazardous Ingredients
None as defined under the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29CFR1910.1200 or S.A.R.A. Title III,
Section 313. This material is considered an article under OSHA and TSCA standards. Low levels of acetaldehyde
are present in the film. Under normal use conditions, release would be well below OSHA limits.
Established exposure limits for acetaldehyde are:
ACGIH TLV = 25 ppm (ceiling)
OSHA Vacated PEL (1989) = 100 ppm TWA
Physical-Chemical Data
The white, odorless film is chemically stable. The film melts in the range of 255掳-260掳C and decomposes at 300掳C.
It has a specific gravity of 1.4.
Physical Hazards
Heavy gauges of polyester film can contain sharp edges. Proper protective gear, such as gloves, is recommended.
Unwinding, winding and passage of polyethylene terephthalate film through and over rollers will tend to generate a
strong electrostatic charge on the web. Static discharge devices should be properly positioned at such points to
eliminate the charge and to prevent uncontrolled discharge from the web. This is particularly required in potentially
explosive atmospheres and to protect personnel from the effect of a static discharge.
Health Hazard Data
No adverse health effects have been attributed to polyester film.
Hazard Designations KEY
NFPA 0-None
Health: 0 1-Slight
Flammability: 1 2-Moderate
Reactivity: 0 3-Severe
4-Extreme
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Control Measures and Safe Handling Procedures
The film will burn if exposed to flame. Fire fighters should protect themselves from hazardous decomposition and
combustion products that may include acetaldehyde, carbon monoxide and other toxic gases. Wear self-contained
breathing apparatus and complete personal protective equipment when potential for exposure to products of
combustion exists. Fire fighting extinguishing media include carbon dioxide, water spray, foam or dry chemical.
If the film could be subjected to conditions releasing acetaldehyde, then adequate ventilation should be used to stay
below the TLV, or self-contained breathing apparatus should be used.
Disposal and Shipping Information
Polyester film is not classified as a hazardous waste under the Resource Conservation And Recovery Act and,
unless prohibited by state or local regulation, can be disposed of in a municipal landfill or incinerated.
This product is not classified by the Department of Transportation as a hazardous material.
Information Contact
Mitsubishi Polyester Film, LLC
Environmental, Safety, and Health Affairs
P. O. Box 1400
Greer, S.C. 29652
(864) 879-5000
Judgments as to the suitability of information herein are the purchaser鈥檚 responsibility. Although reasonable care
has been taken in the preparation of such information, Mitsubishi Polyester Film, LLC extends no warranties, makes
no representations, and assumes no responsibility as to the accuracy or suitability of such information to the
purchaser鈥檚 intended purpose or for consequences of its use.
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