Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
25637-99-4
Name of the chemical
Hexabromo cyclo dodecane
Concentration
<2%
EC/CAS
811-97-2
Name of the chemical
1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane
Concentration
<5%
General Information
Revision date
2022-05-01
Product name
Extruded Polystyrene - STYROBOARD XPS Fire RetardedGrades
Product name
Extruded Polystyrene - STYROBOARD XPS Fire RetardedGrades
Identification on the label/Trade name
Not Dangerous Goods according to ADG Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods
Chemical name
Polystyrene with <2% Hexabromocyclododecane fire retardant additive
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Extruded Polystyrene boards and cut shapes for building and construction; underslab and perimeter insulation, cladding and mouldings and trims, void forms in concrete, light weight fill in civil works, Geofoam etc
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Company Information
company name
FOAMEX GROUP PTY LTD
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Emergency Overview In normal use, does not present a Hazard. When heated to decomposition, product emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes. Keep away from heat, and ignition sources like sparks or flame. Target Organs: Central Nervous System, Eyes, Lungs. Dangerous Goods Not Dangerous Goods according to the ADG Code, IMDG Code and IATA
Hazardous Ingredients
Not a Workplace Hazardous Substance due to classifiable health effect hazards. GHS Hazardous Chemical Classification Extruded Polystyrene is a GHS Hazardous Chemical due to the Reproductive Effects on Lactation and toxicity to aquatic organisms, of the <2% HBCD ingredient. See detail in sections 11 and 12 GHS Signal Word: None GHS Symbol: None Hazard & Hazard Category: Reproductive Toxicity. Effects on Lactation Risk Phrases: May cause harm to breastfed babies. Harmful to aquatic organisms. May cause long-term adverse effects on the aquatic environment Hazardous Chemical due to the potential for a build-up of released blowing agent DME if stored in a confined space Hazard & Hazard Category: Flammable Gas. May cause respiratory irritation. May Cause drowsiness or dizziness Risk Phrases: Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, hot surfaces – no smoking Use only in well ventilated areas
Prevention
Avoid inhaling dust, avoid prolonged contact with skin. Although the HBCD Flame Retardant additive is <2% w/w and is encapsulated in the polystyrene and is not bioavailable by normal contact. See NICNAS Report Section 11. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. – No smoking. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Avoid release to the environment.
Response
In case of fire Use Foam, Dry Agent, Carbon Dioxide for extinction
Storage
No special requirements
Disposal
Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects. This classification is due to the encapsulated HBCD fire retardant. See section 12. Extruded Polystyrene Foam which contains <0.05% w/v of HBCD Flame retardant, may still be landfilled in Australia. SAFETY DATA SHEET PAGE 3 OF 10
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Extruded Polystyrene is a GHS Hazardous Chemical due to the Reproductive Effects on Lactation and toxicity to aquatic organisms, of the <2% HBCD ingredient. See detail in sections 11 and 12. GHS Signal Word: None GHS Symbol: None Hazard & Hazard Category: Reproductive Toxicity. Effects on Lactation Risk Phrases: May cause harm to breastfed babies. Harmful to aquatic organisms. May cause long-term adverse effects on the aquatic environment. Hazardous Chemical due to the potential for a build-up of released blowing agent DME if stored in a confined space. Hazard & Hazard Category: Flammable Gas. May cause respiratory irritation. May Cause drowsiness or dizziness. Risk Phrases: Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, hot surfaces – no smoking. Use only in well ventilated areas.
