LG polymers - POLYSTYRENE

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Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) 1. CHEMICAL DATA
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 Synonym
Chemical family resin Formula
CAS No.
Molecular weight
Expandable Polystyrene Styrene polymer
(C8H8) n
9003-53-6 1,00,000-2,00,000
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
This assessment is based on information available on similar products Hazards in use, may form Flammable / explosive vapor-air mixture. Product releases pentane, a flammable hydrocarbon, may cause irritation to skin and eyes.
3. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Product description: Polystyrene (CAS No.: 9003-53-6), containing pentane isomers as blowing agent
 Chemical name
CAS Number
Composition %
Styrene Monomer
100-42-5
92.0 - 94.5
pentane
9003-53-6
5.0 - 7.0
Others
0.5 - 1.0
              4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Eye contact
Skin contact Inhalation
Ingestion
Flush eyes with plenty of clean water, holding the eyelids apart, for at least 15 min. If symptoms persist, obtain medical attention
Wash skin with soap and water
If exposed to fumes released at high temperature, remove the Patient to fresh air. Apply artificial respiration if necessary and get medical attention
If swallowed, induce vomiting by touching the back of the throat with finger. Get medical attention immediately.
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5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
General
Fire and Explosion Hazards
Extinguishing media
Unsuitable Extinguishing media Fire fighting protective equipment
Others
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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Caution
Methods for cleaning up:
Small spillages Large spillages
Other info
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling
Spillages may be slippery. Pentane can form explosive mixture with air. The pentane vapor is heavier than air; beware of pits and confined spaces. Remove or make safe all sources of ignition. Avoid friction, sparks, or other means of ignition. Take precautionary measures against static discharges. Prevent entry into drains.
Sweep up and shovel into waste drums or plastic bags. Transfer to a lidded container for disposal or recovery.
Use vacuum equipment for collecting spilt materials, where practicable. transfer to a lidded container for disposal or recovery.
See also section 13
Provide adequate ventilation including appropriate
local extraction. Do not breathe fumes/vapor. Avoid generation of dust clouds. Should be kept away from naked flames and other sources of ignition extinguish any other fire. Remove or make safe all sources of ignition. Avoid friction, sparks, or other means of ignition. The electrical system should be spark-free, when using do
not smoke.
Product is not classified as Flammable, but will burn on contact with flame or exposure to high temperature (see section 9).
Flammable concentrations of pentane may accumulate on storage in closed containers. This product may give rise to hazardous fumes in a fire (carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide).
water spray, Dry chemical powder or Carbon dioxide. Do not use water jet.
A self-contained breathing apparatus and suitable protective clothing should be worn in fire conditions.
Keep fire exposed containers cool by spraying with water.
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Process hazards
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Storage
Suitable containers
Take precautionary measures against static discharges.
Ensure adequate earthing. Avoid release to the
environment. permission must be obtained from the appropriate local authority before disposing of waste material.
Take precautionary measures against static discharges to avoid the buildup of static electric charge, and also the formation of an explosive pentane-air mixture, Containers should be fully emptied when processing. Ventilate freight containers for one hour before unloading. Line velocity should not exceed 8 m/s during normal pumping operations. All parts of the plant and equipment should be electrically bonded together and connected to earth. Electrical continuity should be checked at regular intervals. Antistatic clothing and footwear should be used.
Flammable concentrations of pentane may accumulate on storage in closed containers. Keep container tightly closed, in a cool, well ventilated place. Keep away from direct sunlight and other sources of heat or ignition. Keep away from rain and moist conditions.
Steel (drums). Specific design for storage rooms or vessels: storage rooms should be kept cool to reduce pentane release, and provided with a suitable ventilation system to prevent accumulation of pentane. in addition, safety devices to alert any build up of pentane/air explosive mixtures should be used. The electrical system should be spark-free.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
General Respirators
Eye protection Gloves
Others
Environmental exposure controls
Use only in well-ventilated areas.
An approved dust mask should be worn if dust is generated during processing or handling.
Safety spectacles.
Wear suitable gloves. Break through time of the glove material: refer to the information provided by the gloves’ producer.
Wear suitable protective clothing antistatic safety shoes or antistatic boots.
European community and local provisions on volatile Organic substances (VOC) are to be fulfilled when they are applicable to the EPS industry.
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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Form
Colour
Flash point (°c)
Flammable limits (upper) Flammable limits (lower) Auto ignition temperature (°C) Density
Bulk density
Vapor density
Partition coefficient
Softening point (°C) Solubility (water)
Solubility (other)
10. STABILITY / REACTIVITY
Conditions to avoid Materials to avoid
Hazardous decomposition Product(S)
: Solid, small spherical beads
: white or dyed
: < -50°c (pentane)
: (%v/v) 7.8% (v/v) (pentane)
: (%v/v) 1.3% (v/v) (pentane)
: 285°c (pentane) (astm e-659)
: 1020–1050kg/m3 @ 20°C (beads) : circa. 600kg/m3 @ 20°C
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
This assessment is based on information available on similar products.
Inhalation
Ingestion
Skin contact
Eye contact
Long term exposure
The product can evolve pentane vapors, which at high concentrations may lead to dizziness, headache and anesthetic effects.
Unlikely to be hazardous if swallowed. LD50 > 2000 mg/kg May cause irritation. LD50 > 2000 mg/kg
Irritating to eyes
No data
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: (air=1) 2.5 (pentane)
: Not available (n-octanol / water)
: 70-75°c (beads expand with evolution of pentane) : Insoluble
: Soluble in aromatic hydrocarbons,
halogenated solvents and ketones.
Keep away from heat sources of ignition and direct sunlight.
Avoid storing or handling in conjunction with un class 1 explosives.
Pentane, styrene monomer, carbon monoxide (in case of fire or during hot wire cutting).release of pentane increases with temperature. (Beads expand with evolution of pentane)
@ 70-75°C.
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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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This environmental hazard assessment is based on information available on similar products. Small particles may have physical effects on aquatic and terrestrial organisms.
Environmental fate and distribution
Persistence and degradation
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
The product is essentially insoluble in water. The product has low potential for bio-accumulation.
Expandable polystyrene sinks in fresh water, may float or sink in sea water.
The product itself has not been tested. In accordance with the required stability, the product is not readily biodegradable. The statement has been derived from the structure of the product. It can be largely eliminated from the water by a biotic processes, e.g. Mechanical separation.
Surplus, unused, old beads may still contain residual pentane. Therefore product has to be treated using all the safety measures in place for the fresh material. (see also section 7).
Regulatory information European Union directive 94/62/EC.
Recommended Recover or Recycle, if possible. Remove all packaging for recovery or disposal. Normal disposal is via incineration
operated by an accredited disposal contractor.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
UN No. 2211, UN Class 9, UN Pack. Group III
Proper Shipping Name: POLYMERIC BEADS, EXPANDABLE, evolving flammable vapor (Pentane)
Road/Rail - ADR/RID Class: 9
HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION: 90, ADR Si 2211
Tunnel restriction code: (D/E)
Special Provisions: 633: Keep away from any source of Ignition.
SEA - IMDG, Primary Class: 9
UN Packing group Sea: III
Marine Pollutant: Not classified as a Marine Pollutant.
IMDG EMS: F-A, S-I
AIR - ICAO/IATA, Primary Class: 9
UN Packing group Air: III
CEFIC TEC®: 90GM3-III
Additional information
Transport or conveyance within the manufacturing premises: refer to the internal procedures and information provided by this document. Transport or conveyance outside the manufacturing premises: apply the requirements of the regulations on transport of dangerous goods and the manufacturer’s recommendation on safe loading, transporting, unloading of the material.
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15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Risk Phrases: R18
Safety Phrases S3/7
S9 S16 S33
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Risk Phrases: R12
R18
R51/53
R65 R66 R67
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In use may form flammable/explosive vapor air mixture.
Keep container tightly closed in a cool place.
Keep container in a well-ventilated place.
Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking. Take precautionary measures against static discharges.
Extremely flammable.
In use, may form flammable/explosive vapor-air mixture. Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed. Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking. Vapors may cause drowsiness and dizziness.
The information contained in this Safety Data Sheet (SDS) is believed by LG Polymers India Pvt.Ltd., to be accurate on the date issued. The design and Characteristics of the product manufactured out of LGPI material are beyond our control & expertise, therefore, LGPI shall not own the responsibility for any consequential damage incurred by the Purchaser.
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