Manual

PROTECTION OF FIRE FIGHTERS:
Fire Fighting Instructions: If possible, water should be applied as a spray from a fogging nozzle since
this is a surface burning material. The application of high velocity water will spread the burning surface
layer. For fires involving this material, do not enter any enclosed or confined fire space without proper
protective equipment, including self-contained breathing apparatus.
Combustion Products: Incomplete combustion can also produce formaldehyde. Normal combustion
forms carbon dioxide, water vapor and may produce carbon monoxide, original monomer, other
hydrocarbons and hydrocarbon oxidation products, depending on temperature and air availability.
Combustion may form: Carbon Dioxide, Carbon Monoxide
SECTION 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Protective Measures: Eliminate all sources of ignition in vicinity of spilled material.
Spill Management: If heated material is spilled, allow it to cool before proceeding with disposal methods.
Reporting: U.S.A. regulations require reporting spills of this material that could reach any surface waters.
Report spills to local authorities and/or the National Response Center at [phone] as appropriate or
required.
SECTION 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE
READ AND OBSERVE ALL PRECAUTIONS ON PRODUCT LABEL . REFER TO PRODUCT LABEL OR
MANUFACTURERS TECHNICAL BULLETINS FOR THE PROPER USE AND HANDLING OF THIS MATERIAL .
Precautionary Measures: Avoid contact of heated material with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid
breathing vapor or fumes from heated material.
Unusual Handling Hazards: Potentially toxic/irritating fumes may be evolved from heated material. At
temperatures (>350F, >177C), polyethylenes can release vapors and gases, which are irritating to the
mucous membranes of the eyes, mouth, throat, and lungs. These substances may include acetaldehyde,
acetone, acetic acid, formic acid, formaldehyde and acrolein. Based on animal data and limited
epidemiological evidence, NTP, IARC (2A), and OSHA have listed formaldehyde as a probable human
carcinogen. Following all recommendations within this MSDS should minimize exposure to thermal
processing emissions.
SECTION 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS:
Consider the potential hazards of this material (see Section 3), applicable exposure limits, job activities,
and other substances in the work place when designing engineering controls and selecting personal
protective equipment. If engineering controls or work practices are not adequate to prevent exposure to
harmful levels of this material, the personal protective equipment listed below is recommended. The user
should read and understand all instructions and limitations supplied with the equipment since protection is
usually provided for a limited time or under certain circumstances.
ENGINEERING CONTROLS:
If heated material generates vapor or fumes, use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other
engineering controls to control exposure.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
Eye/Face Protection: Wear eye protection such as safety glasses, chemical goggles, or faceshields if
engineering controls or work practices are not adequate to prevent eye contact. If this material is heated,
wear chemical goggles or safety glasses and a face shield.
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Revision Number: 7
Revision Date: 05/08/2006
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Plexco® Flame Retardant Polyethylene
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MSDS : 8214