Health and Safety Data Sheet
Flame Retardant – Revision Date 06.01.17
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
Product NameFlame Retardant
Company NameColourcraft Colours & Adhesives Ltd
Unit 5
555 Carlisle Street East
Sheffield
S4 8DT
Tel 0114 242 1431
Fax 0114 243 4844
Emergency 0114 242 1431
2.COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Aqueous Solution
3.HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Most Important Hazards Product not classified as hazardous according to EEC
regulations.
Specific Hazards When liquid, avoid skin and eye contact. When dry,
product does not constitute any risk or hazard.
4.FIRST-AID MEASURES
InhalationIn case of accidental inhalation remove affected person to
fresh air. Obtain medical attention if necessary.
Skin ContactWash off with plenty of water. Seek medical attention if
any symptoms persist.
Eye Contact Irrigate with water for at least 10 minutes occasionally
lifting lower and upper lids. Seek medical attention.
Ingestion Wash out mouth with water. Give plenty of water to drink.
Do not induce vomiting. Obtain medical attention if
necessary.
5.FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Fire Extinguishing Media Product is not combustible. Use media appropriate to
material on fire.
Personal Protection Wear self contained breathing apparatus and protective
clothing.
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6.ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURE
Personal PrecautionsRefer to section 8 of HSDS for personal protection details
Environmental Precautions
Cleaning MeasuresFor small spills absorb with inert material and place in a
sealed container or flush away using large volume of
water. For large spills dam off spillage and pump/transfer
to containers. Any residue should be treated as per small
spillage.
7.HANDLING & STORAGE
Handling Requirements
Storage ConditionsKeep container closed and out of the reach of young
children.
Storage temperature: +1˚Cto + 30˚C.
Shelf life: Indefinite
Suitable PackagingKeep in original packaging
Additional InformationHandle in accordance with good standards of hygiene and
safety practices.
8.EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
General Working procedures should be designed to minimise
exposure to product.
Respiratory If to be sprayed, recommended use of adequate face mask
with respiratory protection.
Hand ProtectionWear impervious gloves
Eye ProtectionWear safety glasses or goggles
Skin ProtectionWorking clothes
9.PHYSICAL CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
AppearanceClear Liquid Explosive PropertiesN/A
Odour SlightOxidising PropertiesN/A
pH6 @ 20˚C Vapour PressureN/A
Boiling point/rang100˚C Relative DensityN/A
Melting point/range0˚CBulk Density N/A
Flash PointNon CombustiblePartition CoefficientN/A
FlammabilityN/AOther DataN/A
Auto Flammability N/A
SolubilityWater: Totally miscible Fat: N/A Solvents: N/A
10.STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability Stable under normal conditions
Conditions to Avoid None
Materials to Avoid Strong acids and bases and oxidising agents as product is
mildly acidic will corrode some metals on prolonged
contact.
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11TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute Oral LD50
Skin IrritationContact with skin unlikely to have any effects. Washing off
with water should suffice. Prolonged or repeat contact
may produce some irritation
Eye irritationEye contact may produce some minor irritation but
damage unlikely if washed out immediately. If allowed to
remain I the eye however some irritation and/ or burns may
occur.
Inhalation Inhalation of small amounts unlikely to have any effects
bar mild irritation of respiratory tract. However if large
quantities are inhaled the product may cause respiratory
irritation and act as a sedative.
12ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
General Non-Toxic
Biodegradable
13DISPOSAL
Unused Material In accordance with local and national regulations
Packaging In accordance with local and national regulations
14TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Shipping Name This product is not classified as hazardous for transport
under United Nations Transport Recommendations.
15REGULATORY INFORMATION
Warning Symbols
Warning Words
Risk Phrases
Safety Phrases S2 - Keep out of the reach of children
S24/25 – Avoid contact with skin and eyes
S26 – In case of eye contact flush with water seek
medical attention.
S37 – Use suitable gloves and protective clothing
Note:The regulatory information given above only indicates the principle regulations specifically applicable to the product described in the safety data sheet. The user’s attention is drawn to the possible existence of additional provisions which complete these regulations. Refer to all applicable national, international and local regulations or provisions.
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16OTHER INFORMATION
Legal Disclaimer
The information contained in this data is accurate to the best of our knowledge and is intended to describe our products from the point of view of Health and Safety requirements. It should not, therefore, be construed as guaranteeing any specific properties. Colourcraft C & A Ltd shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product.
Abbreviations:N/A = Not applicable N/k = Not Known N/D = Not determined