Styropek AP 40

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

result in GHS classification: According to Regulation

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Not classified.

Hazard pictograms

No symbol.

Signal word

No signal word.

Hazard statements

Not applicable.

Precautionary statements

P210: Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P233: Keep container tightly closed. P243: Take precautionary measures against static discharge. P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

In use may form flammable/explosive vapor-air mixture. Product releases pentane, a flammable vapor. Maintain adequate ventilation during processing and use. High concentration of airborne powders or dust may form explosive mixture with air. Warning: Flammable. Releases flammable vapor. May cause eye, skin and respiratory tract irritation. Prolonged or repeated contact may dry skin and cause irritation. Contains material which may cause kidney damage based on animal data. Eye wash fountains and safety showers must be easily accessible. Use with local exhaust ventilation. Avoid contact with the skin, eyes and clothing. 5. Fire-fighting measures Suitable (and unsuitable) extinguishing media Suitable extinguishing media: Water spray, foam, dry powder, carbon dioxide. Unsuitable extinguishing media: Water jet. Specific hazards arising from the Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, styrene, aliphatic hydrocarbons. The chemical: substances/groups of substances mentioned can be released in case of fire. Special protective equipment and precautions for firefighters Special protective equipment for Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and chemical-protective firefighters: clothing. 6. Accidental release measures Further accidental release measures: High risk of slipping due to leakage/spillage of product. Shut off or stop source of leak. Substance/product can form explosive mixture with air. Personal precautions, protective Sources of ignition should be kept well clear. Ensure adequate equipment and emergency procedures: ventilation. Note that this gas is heavier than air and can spread along the ground in the direction of the wind. Beware of pits and confined spaces. Use antistatic tools. Vapors are heavy and collect in low areas. Avoid all sources of ignition: heat, sparks, open flame. Methods and material for containment For small amounts: Sweep/shovel up. Pack in tightly closed containers and cleaning up: for disposal. For large amounts: Pick up with vacuum equipment approved for use in hazardous locations. Pack in tightly closed containers for disposal. Ensure adequate ventilation. Dispose of absorbed material in accordance with regulations. Avoid raising dust. Environmental precautions: Do not allow to enter drains or waterways. Discharge into the environment must be avoided. 7. Handling and storage Protection against fire and explosion: The product is combustible. Vapors may form ignitable mixture with air. Keep away from heat. Prevent electrostatic charge - sources of ignition should be kept well clear - fire extinguishers should be kept handy. Avoid all sources of ignition: heat, sparks, open flame. Containers should be earthed during decanting operations. It is recommended that all General information: Personal protective equipment (PPE) should not be considered a long- term solution to exposure control. Employer programs to properly select, fit, maintain and train employees to use equipment must accompany PPE. Consult a competent industrial hygiene resource, the PPE manufacturer's recommendation, and/or applicable regulations to determine hazard potential and ensure adequate protection. Hygiene measures: Avoid inhalation of dust and vapors. Use effective control measures and PPE to maintain worker exposure to concentrations that are below these limits. Provide eyewash station and safety shower. Provide for sufficient ventilation. Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. 9. Physical and chemical properties Physical state: Solid Form: Beads Color: White Odor: Faint specific odor pH: Not applicable Softening temperature: Approx. 70 °C Onset of boiling: The substance / product decomposes, therefore not determined Sublimation point: Not applicable Flash point: Vapors are flammable Flammability: Not highly Flammable (UN Test N.1 ready combustible solids) Flammability of aerosol: Not applicable, the product does not form flammable aerosols Lower explosion limit: Product not examined. Value is calculated from the data of the components Upper explosion limit: Product not examined. Value is calculated from the data of the components Autoignition: 285 °C (DIN 51794) Density: Approx. 1.02 – (20 °C), 1.05 g/cm3 Bulk density: Approx. 600 (20 °C) kg/m3 Vapor density: Heavier than air Vapor pressure: Not applicable Miscibility in water: Inmiscible Solubility (quantitative): No applicable information available Solubility (qualitative): Soluble. Solvent(s): aromatic hydrocarbons, ketones, organic solvents Partition coefficient (n-octanol/water) Not applicable (log Pow): Auto-ignition temperature: Not self-ignition Viscosity, dynamic: Not relevant Evaporation rate: The product is a non-volatile solid 10. Stability and reactivity Reactivity: No hazardous reactions if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated. Vapors may form explosive mixture with air. Oxidizing properties: Not-fire propagating. Chemical stability: The product is stable if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated. Possibility of hazardous reactions: Formation of explosive gas/air mixtures. Conditions to avoid: Avoid all sources of ignition: heat, sparks, open flame. Avoid direct sunlight. Avoid electro-static discharge. Incompatible materials: Explosive substances according UN transport regulations class 1, propellant release will be boosted with increasing temperature. Hazardous decomposition products: Possible thermal decomposition products: pentane, styrene monomers, heated product evolves combustible vapors.

Principle Routes of Exposure

Routes of entry for solids and liquids are ingestion and inhalation but may include eye or skin contact. Routes of entry for gases include inhalation and eye contact. Skin contact may be a route of entry for liquefied gases. Acute toxicity (list all possible routes of exposure) Acute toxicity: Contact with heated product can cause thermal burns. Oral: Type of value: LD50 Value: > 2,000 mg/kg Inhalation: Type of value: LC50 Value: > 5 mg/L Dermal: Type of value: LD50 Value: > 2,000 mg/kg Irritation/Corrosion: No irritation is expected under intended use and appropriate handling. No data available concerning irritating effects. Skin/Eye: Non-irritant. Sensitization: There is no evidence of a skin-sensitizing potential. Result: Non- sensitizing. Chronic Toxicity/Effects Repeated dose toxicity: Specified substance(s): Isopentane Chronic overexposure has been shown to cause adverse kidney effects in experimental animals. Genetic toxicity: Based on our experience and the information available, no adverse health effects are expected if handled as recommended with suitable precautions for designated uses. Carcinogenicity: Based on our experience and the information available, no adverse health effects are expected if handled as recommended with suitable precautions for designated uses. Reproductive toxicity: Based on our experience and the information available, no adverse health effects are expected if handled as recommended with suitable precautions for designated uses.

Further information

No reports of ill effects provided product was correctly handled and processed. Specified substance(s): Pentane Has a degreasing effect on skin. Symptoms of exposure: Headache, dizziness, incoordination, dazed state, eye irritation, skin irritation.

ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Toxicity Aquatic toxicity: There is a high probability that the product is not acutely harmful to aquatic organisms. No toxic effects occur within the range of solubility. Specified substance(s): Pentane Acutely toxic for aquatic organisms. Aqauatic invertebrates: EC50 (48 h) > 100 mg/l, Daphnia magna (OECD Guideline 202, part 1, static) Nominal concentration. The product has low solubility in the test medium. An eluate has been tested. No toxic effects occur within the range of solubility. The product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from substances/products of a similar structure or composition. Aquatic plants: EC50 (72 h) > 100 mg/l (growth rate), Desmodesmus subspicatus (OECD Guideline 201, static) Nominal concentration. The product has low solubility in the test medium. An eluate has been tested. No toxic effects occur within the range of solubility. The product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from substances/products of a similar structure or composition. Persistence and degradability Assessment biodegradation and In accordance with the required stability the product is not readily elimination (H2O): biodegradable. The product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from the structure of the product. The product is virtually insoluble in water and can thus be separated from water mechanically in suitable effluent treatment plants. Based on the data available concerning eliminability/degradation and bioaccumulation potential, longer-term harm to the environment is improbable. No data available concerning biodegradation and elimination. Bioaccumulative potential: The product will not be readily bioavailable due to its consistency and insolubility in water. Mobility in soil: Study scientifically not justified.