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Personal Precautions:
See Section 8
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling:
TREX
®
WOOD-POLYMER LUMBER is not intended for load bearing or heavy structural
applications. Please consult Trex
®
Wood-Polymer Lumber’s code listing, NER-508, and company
literature for proper usage. Trex
®
Wood-Polymer Lumber is heavier than most traditional lumber
products, proper handling is required to prevent damage or injury. Do not burn in fireplace or use as
firewood.
Storage:
Do not store in open or unlabelled containers. Store away from strong oxidizing agents or
combustible material.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Ventilation:
Use in well ventilated area.
Respiratory Protection:
Approved dust respirators must be used for dusty conditions or if breathing of
dusts is likely.
Eye Protection:
Safety glasses with side shields, or goggles, should be worn to protect against dust
particles.
Skin Protection:
No special equipment required. Good personal hygiene practices should always be
followed.
TWA STEL
Substance Name (CAS-No.) Source ppm mg/m3 ppm mg/m3
Wood Fiber Dust
Certified Hardwood OSHA 5
Softwood OSHA 5
Western Red Cedar OSHA 2.5
Softwood ACGIH 5 10
Beech/Oak Cert. Hardwood ACGIH 1
Carbon Black(1333-86-4) OSHA 3.5
ACGIH 3.5
Note:
Limits shown for guidance only. Follow application regulations.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Typical physical properties are given below. Consult Product Data Sheet for specific details.
Appearance: Solid
Color: Gray, Red, Brown
Odor: None
Odor Threshold - ppm: NE
pH: N/A
Boiling Point C(F): N/A
Melting Point C(F): > 110 (230)
Flash Point C(F): > 370 (698)
Flammability: NE (Flame Spread Index = 80)
Auto Flammability: 395 (743)
Explosive Properties: N/A
Oxidizing Properties: N/A