Cryogel Z MSDS 2012 - Insulation Industries

superinsulation
Safety Data Sheet
SDS Date 01 August 2012
Cryogel Z

Product Name
CRYOGEL Z
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE MATERIAL AND SUPPLIER
Supplier Name
AEROGELS AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD.
Address 174 Fullarton Road, Dulwich, SA, AUSTRALIA, 5065
Telephone +61 (0) 8 8363 7563
Emergency +61 (0) 8 8363 7563
Email
OHS@aerogel.com.au
Synonym(s)
SILICA AEROGEL MATERIAL
Use(s)
INSULATING COMPOUND
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2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
NOT CLASSIFIED AS HAZARDOUS ACCORDING TO SAFE WORK AUSTRALIA CRITERIA
RISK PHRASES
None allocated
SAFETY PHRASES
None allocated
NOT CLASSIFIED AS A DANGEROUS GOOD BY THE CRITERIA OF THE ADG CODE
UN Number
Packing Group
Hazchem Code
None Allocated
None Allocated
None Allocated
DG Class
Subsidiary Risk(s)
None Allocated
None Allocated
3. COMPOSITION/ INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredient Identification Classification Content
ALUMINIUM CAS: 7429-90-5 F+;R15 F;R17

Product Name
CRYOGEL Z
Advice to Doctor
Due to product form and application, ingestion is considered unlikely.
Treat symptomatically.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flammability
Fire and Explosion
Extinguishing
Hazchem Code
Non flammable. May evolve toxic gases (carbon oxides) when heated to decomposition.
No fire or explosion hazard exists.
Prevent contamination of drains or waterways.
None Allocated
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Spillage
If spilt/ packages damaged, collect for later disposal or reuse. For large spills, use personal
protective equipment. Contain spillage, then cover / absorb spill with non-combustible absorbent
material (vermiculite, sand, or similar), collect and place in suitable containers for disposal. Avoid
generating dust.
7. STORAGE AND HANDLING
Storage
Handling
Store in a cool, dry, well ventilated area, removed from acids and foodstuffs. Ensure containers are
adequately labelled, protected from physical damage and sealed when not in use.
Before use carefully read the product label. Use of safe work practices are recommended to avoid
eye or skin contact and inhalation. Observe good personal hygiene, including washing hands before
eating. Prohibit eating, drinking and smoking in contaminated areas.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Standards
Ingredient
Reference
TWA
STEL
ppm mg/m³ ppm mg/m³
Aluminium (metal dust) SWA (AUS) -- 10 -- --
Aluminium (welding fumes) (as Al) SWA (AUS) -- 5 -- --
Aluminium, alkyls (NOC+) (as Al) SWA (AUS) -- 2 -- --
Aluminium, pyro powders (as Al) SWA (AUS) -- 5 -- --
Aluminium, soluble salts (as Al) SWA (AUS) -- 2 -- --
Non-respirable fibres, inspirable dust SWA (AUS) -- 2 -- --
Synthetic mineral fibres (SMF) SWA (AUS) -- 0.5 f/ml -- --
Biological Limits
Engineering Controls
No biological limit allocated.
Avoid inhalation. Use in well ventilated areas. Where an inhalation risk exists, mechanical extraction
ventilation is recommended. Maintain dust levels below the recommended exposure standard.
PPE
Eye / Face
Hands
Body
Respiratory
Wear dust-proof goggles.
Wear latex or nitrile gloves.
Wear coveralls.
Where an inhalation risk exists, wear a Class P1 (Particulate) respirator.
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CRYOGEL Z
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance
WHITE FABRIC BLANKET WITH FOIL LAMINATE
Odour
ODOURLESS
Flammability
NON FLAMMABLE
Flash point
NOT APPLICABLE
Boiling point
NOT APPLICABLE
Melting point
NOT APPLICABLE
Evaporation rate
NOT APPLICABLE
pH
NOT APPLICABLE
Vapour density
NOT APPLICABLE
Specific gravity
NOT APPLICABLE
Solubility (water)
INSOLUBLE
Vapour pressure
NOT APPLICABLE
Upper explosion limit NOT APPLICABLE
Lower explosion limit NOT APPLICABLE
Autoignition temperature NOT APPLICABLE
Decomposition temperature NOT APPLICABLE
Viscosity
NOT APPLICABLE
Partition coefficient
NOT APPLICABLE
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability
Conditions to Avoid
Material to Avoid
Hazardous Decomposition
Products
Hazardous Reactions
Stable under recommended conditions of storage.
Avoid heat, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources.
Incompatible with hydrofluoric acid (may evolve toxic silicon tetrafluoride gas).
May evolve toxic gases (carbon oxides) when heated to decomposition.
Polymerization will not occur.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Health Hazard
Summary
Eye
Inhalation
Skin
Ingestion
Low toxicity - low irritant. Use safe work practices to avoid eye or skin contact and inhalation. Chronic
exposure to amorphous silica is not anticipated to result in lung disease, however those individuals
with impaired function respiratory or disease are advised to avoid exposure.
Low to moderate irritant. Contact may result in irritation, lacrimation, pain and redness.
Low irritant. Over exposure may result in irritation of the nose and throat, with coughing.
Low irritant. Prolonged or repeated contact may result in mechanical irritation.
Low toxicity. Ingestion may result in gastrointestinal irritation, nausea and vomiting.
Toxicity Data MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE (1309-42-8)
LD50 (ingestion)
8500 mg/kg (rat, mouse)
LD50 (intraperitoneal) 815 mg/kg (mouse)
TDLo (ingestion)
2747 mg/kg (infant)
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Environment
Persistence/Degradability
Mobility
The main component/s of this product are not anticipated to cause any adverse effects to plants or
animals.
Not applicable for inorganic material.
None expected due to insoluble nature of product
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste Disposal
Legislation
Reuse where possible. No special precautions are required for this product.
Dispose of in accordance with relevant local legislation.
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CRYOGEL Z
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
NOT CLASSIFIED AS A DANGEROUS GOOD BY THE CRITERIA OF THE ADG CODE
LAND TRANSPORT
(ADG)
SEA TRANSPORT
(IMDG / IMO)
AIR TRANSPORT
(IATA / ICAO)
UN Number
Proper Shipping Name
None Allocated
None Allocated
None Allocated
None Allocated
None Allocated
None Allocated
DG Class/ Division
Subsidiary Risk(s)
Packing Group
Hazchem Code
None Allocated
None Allocated
None Allocated
None Allocated
None Allocated
None Allocated
None Allocated
None Allocated
None Allocated
None Allocated
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Poison Schedule
Inventory Listing(s)
A poison schedule number has not been allocated to this product using the criteria in the Standard
for the Uniform Scheduling of Medicines and Poisons (SUSMP)
AUSTRALIA: AICS (Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances)
All components are listed on AICS, or are exempt.
UNITED STATES: TSCA (US Toxic Substances Control Act)
All components are listed on the TSCA inventory, or are exempt.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Additional Information
Under certain conditions, the product may have a faint ammonia like odour.
RESPIRATORS: In general the use of respirators should be limited and engineering controls
employed to avoid exposure. If respiratory equipment must be worn ensure correct respirator
selection and training is undertaken. Remember that some respirators may be extremely
uncomfortable when used for long periods. The use of air powered or air supplied respirators should
be considered where prolonged or repeated use is necessary.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT GUIDELINES:
The recommendation for protective equipment contained within this ChemAlert report is provided as
a guide only. Factors such as method of application, working environment, quantity used, product
concentration and the availability of engineering controls should be considered before final selection
of personal protective equipment is made.
HEALTH EFFECTS FROM EXPOSURE:
It should be noted that the effects from exposure to this product will depend on several factors
including: frequency and duration of use; quantity used; effectiveness of control measures; protective
equipment used and method of application. Given that it is impractical to prepare a ChemAlert report
which would encompass all possible scenarios, it is anticipated that users will assess the risks and
apply control methods where appropriate.
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Product Name
CRYOGEL Z
Abbreviations
ACGIH
CAS #
CNS
EC No.
GHS
IARC
LD50
mg/m³
PEL
pH
ppm
REACH
STOT-RE
STOT-SE
SUSMP
TLV
TWA/OEL
American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
Chemical Abstract Service number - used to uniquely identify chemical compounds
Central Nervous System
EC No - European Community Number
Globally Harmonized System
International Agency for Research on Cancer
Lethal Dose, 50% / Median Lethal Dose
Milligrams per Cubic Metre
Permissible Exposure Limit
relates to hydrogen ion concentration using a scale of 0 (high acidic) to 14 (highly
alkaline).
Parts Per Million
Regulation on Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Medicines and Poisons
Threshold Limit Value
Time Weighted Average or Occupational Exposure Limit
Revision History
Revision
1.0
Description
Initial SDS Creation
Report Status
This document has been compiled by RMT on behalf of the manufacturer of the product and
serves as the manufacturer's Safety Data Sheet ('SDS').
It is based on information concerning the product which has been provided to RMT by the
manufacturer or obtained from third party sources and is believed to represent the current state of
knowledge as to the appropriate safety and handling precautions for the product at the time of
issue. Further clarification regarding any aspect of the product should be obtained directly from
the manufacturer.
While RMT has taken all due care to include accurate and up-to-date information in this SDS, it
does not provide any warranty as to accuracy or completeness. As far as lawfully possible, RMT
accepts no liability for any loss, injury or damage (including consequential loss) which may be
suffered or incurred by any person as a consequence of their reliance on the information
contained in this SDS.
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Revision:
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01 August 2012
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