POLYPROPYLENE

Hazard statements

Issued June 13, 2012 This material is generally regarded as being biologically inert and chemically unreactive. Not classified as hazardous according to the criteria of Worksafe Australia. HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION

Potential health effects

The product is generally regarded as chemically unreactive and biologically inert. Product is practically non-toxic and is unlikely to cause skin irritation. In its molten state the material will have a temperature in excess of 150°C and may cause severe burns. Pre-existing eye and respiratory complaints may be aggravated by exposure to product fines and fumes at processing temperatures. Fines generated during secondary processing (granulating, cutting etc) of items moulded from this product may cause minor irritation to the respiratory system. EYE: Product fines may cause irritation to the eye SWALLOWED: Practically non-toxic INHALED: Product fines may cause irritation to the respiratory system. No release of noxious fumes at ambient temperature. Fumes arising during heating may be irritating to the respiratory system SKIN: Product is unlikely to cause skin irritation at ambient temperature. In its molten state, severe burns may arise. Thermal decomposition products arising from polypropylene include carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide formaldehyde and acrolein. Formaldehyde and acrolein are both poisons which act as irritants at low concentrations of around 2 ppm. Irritancy provides a good warning on unacceptable exposure and the need for improved ventilation. Static charges may be built up during handling, particularly where high speed conveying is used. Storage bins and hoppers should be earthed to reduce risk of unexpected electric shocks. 1 PRODUCT: POLYPROPYLENE Date / Revised: 01/06/2016 PAGE: 2 of 6