SUNDOLITT LTD MANUFACTURERS SAFETY DATA SHEET EXPANDED POLYSTYRENE

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1 SUNDOLITT LTD MANUFACTURERS SAFETY DATA SHEET EXPANDED POLYSTYRENE The following information is given as general guidance for those persons handling expanded polystyrene products; it is not intended to be exhaustive Any requests for further information should be made to Sundolitt Ltd as noted on page 6 of this document The end user should always perform their own risk assessment specific to the operation they intend to perform 1 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION a) Product Names All materials manufactured and sold within the Sunpack & Sundolitt product ranges b) Product Types Expanded Polystyrene (Euroclass e and f) c) Manufacturer Sundolitt Ltd, Stirling Agricultural Centre, Stirling FK9 4RN Telephone: HAZARD IDENTIFICATION a) Human Health Hazard(s) Expanded polystyrene is regarded as biologically inert and is not known to give rise to any skin irritation Any residual quantities of styrene monomer and / or pentane are not significant When cutting polystyrene with a hot wire ensure adequate ventilation as the fumes can cause irritation to the eyes and respiratory tract In operations where large amounts of dust are 1 Sundolitt Safety Data Sheet November 2016

2 created, such as use of a band saw, suitable dust extraction and control measures should be employed b) Safety Hazards Expanded polystyrene is an organic compound and it is therefore combustible The following precautions should be observed i Smoking should be banned in the processing and storage areas ii All relevant areas should be free of litter and other combustible materials iii Polystyrene should not be stored near flammable products such as petroleum or paint iv Fire extinguishers and water hose reels should be available at easily recognisable points at all times v Polystyrene dust is classified as a Group (A) flammable dust and suitable precautions should be taken as outlined within section 31 of the Factories Act 1961 vi If there is an outbreak of fire the Fire Brigade should be summoned immediately 3 COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS a) Description Expanded polystyrene potentially containing residual amounts of pentane (used as the blowing agent) Euroclass e products also contain a nonclassified brominated flame retardant b) Dangerous components Pentane CAS # and CAS # Hazzard statements: H220, H336, H304, EUH066, H411 c) Additional information Polystyrene CAS # Sundolitt Safety Data Sheet November 2016

3 4 FIRST AID MEASURES a) Inhalation Only dust or small particles are usually inhaled Clear the respiratory tract If recovery does not rapidly occur seek medical advice b) Skin contact No specific measures are required c) Eyes Flush polystyrene particles from the eye(s) using clean water If recovery does not rapidly occur seek medical advice d) Ingestion No specific measures If swallowed seek medical advice e) In the event of fire Inhalation of smoke or fumes: Remove from exposure into fresh air Keep warm and at rest If necessary give oxygen If breathing stops or shows signs of failing apply artificial respiration Obtain immediate medical advice 5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES Skin contact with molten material: Immediately flood the affected area with clean, cold water Do not attempt to remove the molten or solidified material from the skin Seek immediate medical attention a) Specific hazards Hazardous products of combustion may include carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide Fire retardant grades (Euroclass e) may give rise to hydrogen bromide fumes b) Extinguishing Media Foam, water spray or fog Dry chemical powder or carbon dioxide 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES This product is in solid form and releases no harmful substances in normal circumstances There is no specific personal protection required 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE Store under cover and in dry conditions but with due regard to the cautions contained within section 3b Stocks of polystyrene should be sited so that, in the event of a fire, flowing or dripping material will not cause the spread of fire to other combustible materials or to other areas of the building 3 Sundolitt Safety Data Sheet November 2016

4 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE (cont) Raised thresholds to doorways or bunds should be provided where storage on upper floors is unavoidable The bund walls should be of fire resistant material and of sufficient capacity relative to the volume of polystyrene stored Storage areas must be laid out so that permanently marked access ways are maintained without obstruction and there is no impediment to the operation of installed sprinkler systems Storage areas containing volumes of polystyrene greater than 100 cubic metres should be sub-divided into suitable smaller areas using fire-resistant barriers or by creating empty fire break gaps of at least 20 metres On building sites it is recommended that polystyrene is stored within a secure and fenced compound Avoid contact with aromatic solvents, oil and materials such as creosote and coal tar Storage areas can be at ambient temperature but with adequate ventilation to allow any residual blowing agent (pentane) to dissipate 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION a) No further protection is required for handling polystyrene other that those stated within section 3 b) Occupational Exposure Standards: The following table lists the Occupational Exposure Limits for the blowing agent (pentane), and for the products of combustion Component Limit type Value / units Other information Pentane Pentane Styrene monomer Styrene monomer Hydrogen bromide (Euroclass e only) STEL 15min TWA 8hr STEL 15min TWA 8hr STEL 15min 750 ppm 600 ppm 1080 mg / m³ 430 mg / m³ 100 mg / m³ ACGIH ACGIH EH40/00 EH40/00 EH40/00 4 Sundolitt Safety Data Sheet November 2016

5 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Physical state Rigid cellular foam Form Moulded shapes and sheets Colour White Density From 8 g/l to 60 g/l Solubility in water Not soluble Solubility (other) Soluble in ketones and aromatic compounds Softening point ºC Ignition temperature 350ºC (in air) 10 STABILITY / REACTIVITY Expanded polystyrene is stable under normal conditions and within normal use Avoid flames, sparks, direct heat and prolonged exposure to strong sunlight 11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Expanded polystyrene is non-toxic and does not irritate the eyes or the skin 12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Expanded polystyrene is not bio-degradable It is non-toxic, however small particles could have physical effects upon terrestrial and aquatic organisms 13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Recover and recycle wherever possible using a registered recycling company Expanded polystyrene is not classified as Notifiable Waste and may therefore be disposed of in a suitable landfill or by incineration under approved conditions Flame retardant grades (Euroclass e) may give rise to the emission of gases such as hydrogen bromide when incinerated 14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION United Nations Number (UN) not classified 5 Sundolitt Safety Data Sheet November 2016

6 15 REGULATORY INFORMATION EC label name Expanded polystyrene 16 OTHER INFORMATION Expanded polystyrene is used for protective packaging; insulation for floors, walls and roofs within the domestic and industrial sectors Void fill and flotation within civil engineering projects For further information please contact: The Technical Department Sundolitt Ltd Stirling Agricultural Centre Stirling FK9 4RN Scotland Telephone: Fax: This document supersedes any previous data sheet issued by Sundolitt Ltd Issued: November 4 th Sundolitt Safety Data Sheet November 2016