MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET WOVEN POLYPROPYLENE DUNNAGE BAGS

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1 Date:04/02/2016 ACCOUNTABLE: GENERAL MANAGER Page 1 of 11 The Stopak Dunnage bag consists primarily of the following three materials: A. Polyethylene B. Woven Polypropylene C. Inflation Valve The Safety Data Sheet lists these three components separately for Woven Dunnage Bags. A. POLYETHYLENE 1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION Product Identification Polyethylene LDPE & LLDPE (Linear Density & Low Linear Density Polyethylene) 2. COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Alternative Names PE-LD PE-LLD Ethylene Polymer Information CAS No. : Hazchem Code : Not classified hazardous for transport. Form : Translucent Film Color : Translucent Odor : None Hazardous Ingredients : None Hazard Symbol : None R Phrases : None S Phrases : S24/25 3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION The toxicological properties of this material have not been investigated. 4. FIRST AID MEASURES Not Applicable 5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES Extinguishing Media Water, Dry Chemical, Chemical Foam or Alcohol Resistant Foam.

2 Date:04/02/2016 ACCOUNTABLE: GENERAL MANAGER Page 2 of 11 Fire Fighting Protective Equipment A self contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing should be worn under fire conditions. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Clean up spills immediately. Sweep and place into a suitable container for disposal. 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE Handling Not Applicable Storage Store in a cool dry place. Keep containers tightly closed when not in use. 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION Not Applicable 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Form : Translucent Film Color : Translucent Odor : Candle/waxy/orneate Boiling Point : Not relevant Melting Point : o C Flash Point : > 260 o C Flammable Limits : Not relevant Auto Ignition Temperature : >260 o C Solubility (Water) : Insoluble Solubility (Other) : Hot Benzene; Xylene Density : 20 o C Bulk Density : Kg/m 2 Melt Index : g/10mm (150 o C/2.16Kg) % Volatiles (By Volume) : STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

3 Date:04/02/2016 ACCOUNTABLE: GENERAL MANAGER Page 3 of 11 Stability Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. Hazardous Decomposition Products Carbon Monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, Carbon Dioxide. Hazardous Reactions Avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents. 11. TOXOLOGICAL INFORMATION Acute Toxicity Inhalation : Unlikely to be hazardous by inhalation. Skin Contact : Unlikely to cause skin irritation in man. Eye Contact : Unlikely to irritate eyes. Ingestion : Unlikely to be hazardous if swallowed. Long Term Exposure: Questionable carcinogen with experimental tumorigenic data by implant. IARC Cancer Review : Group 3 IMEMDT 7,56,87; Animal Sufficient Evidence IMEMDT 19,157,79; Human Inadequate Evidence IMEMDT 19,157,79. Reported in EPA TSCA Inventory. 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Environmental Fate and Distribution High tonnage material produced in wholly contained systems. Solid with low volatility. The product is essentially insoluble in water. Film will float on water. The product has no potential for bioaccumulation. The product has no mobility in soil. Persistence and Degradation The product is long term (5 years) degradable only if exposed to light, heat and air. Breaks down into small fragments. Toxicity Shows no toxicity to animal, bird or aquatic life. The substance is insoluble in water. Effect on Effluent Treatment Unlikely to have any effect on biological or effluent treatment system. 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

4 Date:04/02/2016 ACCOUNTABLE: GENERAL MANAGER Page 4 of 11 Do not discharge into drains or the environment; dispose to an authorized waste collection point. Disposal should be in accordance with local, regional or national legislation. Incinerate or bury in an approved landfill as per appropriate legislation. 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION Not classified as hazardous for transport. 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION Users should ensure that they comply with any relevant local, regional or national legislation. Hazard symbol : None Risk Phrases : None Safety Phrases : None 16. OTHER INFORMATION The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge at the date of its publication. The information is designed only as guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a warranty or quality specification, since the conditions of the operations mentioned are beyond our control. B. Woven Polypropylene 1. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Product Identification Polypropylene Homopolymer in tubular form 2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Alternative Names REPOL Information

5 Date:04/02/2016 ACCOUNTABLE: GENERAL MANAGER Page 5 of 11 CAS No. : Hazchem Code : Not classified hazardous for transport. Form : Solid Color : White Odor : None Hazardous Ingredients : None Hazard Symbol : None 3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION REPOL polypropylene resins are not considered to be hazardous under normal processing conditions. 4. FIRST AID MEASURES Eye contact-this product is an inert solid. If in eye, remove as one would any foreign object. Skin contact-in case of adverse exposure to hot material, immediately immerse or flush the affected area with cold water to dissipate heat. Contact emergency personnel immediately and do not attempt to remove material from affected area. Inhalation-In case of exposure to vapors formed at elevated temperatures, immediately move away from exposure area. Contact emergency personnel immediately and administer artificial respiration if required. 5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES Extinguishing Media Water, Dry Chemical, CO 2, Foam Fire Fighting Protective Equipment A self contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing should be worn under fire conditions. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Recover spilled material and place in suitable containers for recycle or disposal. Consult an expert on disposal of recovered material and ensure conformity to local regulations. 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

6 Date:04/02/2016 ACCOUNTABLE: GENERAL MANAGER Page 6 of 11 Handling Not Applicable Storage Store the material in a cool dry place. Do not handle or store near open flame, heat or other sources of ignition. Protect material from direct sunlight. 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION Protective Gloves-use gloves when handling hot-melt. Eye Protection-use goggles when handling hot-melt 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Form : Solid State Color : White Odor : None Boiling Point : Not relevant Melting Point : o C Flash Point : > 345 o C Auto Ignition Temperature : >360 o C Solubility (Water) : Insoluble % Volatiles (By Volume) : < STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Stability : Stable Incompatibility : Strong oxidants at high temperature Hazardous Decomposition Products : CO, CO 2, Hydrocarbons, Smoke, Acrolein 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Acute Toxicity Inhalation : Unlikely to be hazardous by inhalation. Vapors that may be formed at elevated Temperatures may be irritating to eyes and respiratory tract. Skin Contact : Unlikely to cause skin irritation at ambient temperatures. Exposure to hot material may cause thermal burns Eye Contact : Can cause mechanical irritation Ingestion : Unlikely to be hazardous if swallowed. Not Toxic. 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

7 Date:04/02/2016 ACCOUNTABLE: GENERAL MANAGER Page 7 of 11 No specific ecological data is available for this product. Refer to Point 6. Accidental Release Measures and Point 15. Regulatory Information. 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Do not discharge into drains or the environment, dispose to an authorized waste collection point. Disposal should be in accordance with local, regional or national legislation. 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION Not applicable. This product is not transport regulated. 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION Product meets requirements stipulated in IS on Specification for polypropylene and it copolymers. The product and the additives incorporated in it also complies with the FDA: CFR Title 21, Olefin Polymer. 16. OTHER INFORMATION The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge at the date of its publication. The information is designed only as guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a warranty or quality specification, since the conditions of the operations mentioned are beyond our control. C. INFLATION VALVE 1. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION 1.1 Standard Valve 1.2 Jumbo Valve with Deflation/Jumbo Handle 2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS 1.1 Silicone and LLDPE 2.2 LLDPE Valve Body, HDPE Handle, Silicone Washer, Stainless Steel Spring and Mild Steel Metal Washer 3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Critical hazards to man and environment : None R Phrases : None 4. FIRST AID MEASURES

8 Date:04/02/2016 ACCOUNTABLE: GENERAL MANAGER Page 8 of 11 Inhalation No special measures required. Skin Contact Wipe off with cloth or paper. Wash with plenty of water or water and soap. Eye Contact Rinse immediately with plenty of water. Seek medical advice in case of continuous irritation. Ingestion Drink plenty of water. In cases of sickness, seek medical advice. 5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES Extinguishing Media Dry powder, sand, foam, carbon dioxide. Protective Equipment for Fire-Fighting Use respiratory protection independent of recirculated air. 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Methods for cleaning up: Absorb mechanically and dispose of according to regulations. 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE Handling Precautions against fire and explosion : No special precautions required. Storage Conditions for storage rooms and vessels : None Advice for storage of incompatible materials : None Further information for storage : Keep container tightly closed. 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT General Protection and Hygiene Measures Observe standard industrial hygiene practices for the handling of chemical substances. Do not eat or drink when handling. Respiratory Protection Not required. Hand protection : Not required. Eye protection : Goggles giving full protection recommended. Skin protection : Not required. 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

9 Date:04/02/2016 ACCOUNTABLE: GENERAL MANAGER Page 9 of 11 Appearance Form : Rigid Color : Customer specific Odor : Mild Safety Parameter Flash point : 2000C Ignition temperature : Not applicable Lower explosion point : Not applicable Density : NA Solubility in water : Virtually insoluble ph- Value : Not applicable Further Information: NA 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY General Information If stored and handled in accordance with standard industrial practices no hazardous reaction are known. Conditions To Avoid None Materials To Avoid None Hazardous decomposition products If stored and handled in accordance with standard industrial practice and locations where applicable: none known. 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION General Information According to present experience, the material is physiologically compatible. According to present experience, the material is neither mutagenic, cancerogenic nor teratogenic. Acute Toxicity None 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Information on Elimination (Persistence and Degradability) Biodegradation: Biologically not degradable Behavior In Environmental Compartments Further information: Bioaccumulation improbable. Ecotoxical Effects

10 Date:04/02/2016 ACCOUNTABLE: GENERAL MANAGER Page 10 of 11 According to past experience toxicity to fish is improbable. Effects in sewage treatment plants (bacteria toxicity: respiration-/reproduction inhibition): According to present experience, no adverse effects on water purification plants. Further Ecological Information General information: not soluble in water. Easily separable from water by filtration. 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Material Recommendation: Dispose of according to local trade waste regulations. Observe local bye-laws. Observe local bye-laws. Contaminated Packaging Recommendation Completely discharge containers (no tear drops, no powder rest, scraped carefully). Containers may be recycled or reused. Observe local/national bye-laws. 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION Land Transport Road GGVS / ADR Valuation: Non hazardous material Railway GGVE / RID Valuation: Non hazardous material Express: Permitted Transport by Sea GGVSee / IMDG-Code Valuation: Non hazardous material Air Transport ICAO-TI / IATA-DGR Valuation: Non hazardous material Transport / Further Information Postal and courier service: Non Hazardous Material 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION Warning Label (EU) R-phrase: None S-phrase: None 16. OTHER INFORMATION

11 Date:04/02/2016 ACCOUNTABLE: GENERAL MANAGER Page 11 of 11 The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge at the date of its publication. The information is designed only as guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a warranty or quality specification, since the conditions of the operations mentioned are beyond our control. The information has been obtained from numerous measurements and is for guidance only. No guarantee is given or implied.