Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
General Information
Revision date
2016-01-11
Product name
EXPANDABLE POLYSTYRENE (EPS)
Product Synonyms
FR-ESP, flame Retardant Expandable polystyrene poly(phenylethene)
Chemical name
Expandable Polystyrene (containing pentane expanding agent)
CAS No.
9003-53-6
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Used primarily for the manufacture of foamed thermal insulation and packaging
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Novidesa S.A. de C.V
GHS Information
Signal word
None
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
According to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 (CLP)]
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
2.1.1 Directive 67/548/EEC & Directive 1999/45/EC In use, may form flammable/explosive vapour-air mixture. 2.1.2 Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 (CLP) In use may form flammable/explosive vapour-air mixture.
2.2 Label elements
2.2.1 According to Directive 67/548/EEC & Directive 1999/45/EC According to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 (CLP)
Hazard pictograms
None. None.
Hazard statements
R18: In use, may form flammable/explosive vapour-air mixture EUH018: In use may form flammable/explosive vapour-air mixture.
Precautionary statements
S3/7: Keep container tightly closed in a cool place. S9: Keep container in a well-ventilated place. S16: Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking. S33: Take precautionary measures against static discharges. 2.2.2 P210: Keep away from heat, sparks, open flame, hot surfaces - No smoking. P233: Keep container tightly closed. P243: Take precautionary measures against static discharge. P403 + P235: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
Signal word
None.
2.3 Other hazards
Product releases pentane, a flammable hydrocarbon. May cause irritation to skin and eyes.
