Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
7732-18-5
Name of the chemical
Water, distilled, conductivity or of similar purity H2O
Concentration
<8
General Information
Revision date
2014-10-06
Product name
Twaron para-Aramid Yarn
Product Synonyms
Twaron para-Aramid Yarn, including articles derived thereof
Chemical name
Poly-paraphenyleneterephthalamide
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Strength member in optical fiber cables, Ballistic protective materials, Stab protective materials, Gland packings, Friction material, Technical papers, Elastomer reinforcement, Ripcord, Composites, Spun yarns, Personal protective equipment, Industrial and non-industrial heat resistant and flame retardant products, Anti-vandalism products, Nonwovens, Clutch facings, Ropes, pipes, umbilical and other cables
1.2.2. Uses advised against
In the event that the product is to be used in special areas of application, e.g. food industry or the medical/surgical sector, please consult us beforehand
supplier name
TEIJIN ARAMID BV
Emergency telephone
+31 591 69 20 00
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Company Information
company name
TEIJIN ARAMID BV
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
SDSinfo@teijinaramid.com
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
CAUTION! Emergency Overview This product is not hazardous in supplied solid form, however when cut and processed the generated fiber dust may be hazardous (if respirable) as described in this document. Physical state @20°C Appearance Colour Odour Solid (Texturised) filament yarn, Yellow Odourless Staple fiber, Short-cut fiber, Chopped fiber, Tow, Tire cord, Ripcords
Principle Routes of Exposure
Eye contact, Skin contact, Inhalation. Acute toxicity Eyes Skin Inhalation Ingestion Dust contact with the eyes can lead to mechanical irritation Slight skin irritation has been observed in isolated cases. Inhalation of dust in high concentration may cause irritation of respiratory system. Not an expected route of exposure. May cause additional affects as listed under "Inhalation".
Potential chronic health
Respirable p-aramid fiber has been classified by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) as not classifiable as to carcinogenicity to humans (Group 3). Based on animal studies, long-term exposures to high doses of respirable fibers could lead to pulmonary inflammation and chronic lung disease.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
Respiratory disorders, Skin disorders.
Environmental hazards
See Section 12 for additional information.
