MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
for
AEROFOAM® XLPE
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1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE / PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY
PRODUCT NAME: Aerofoam®-XLPE
USE OF THE PRODUCT: Insulation and protection for pipes and ducts
MANUFACTURER / DISTRIBUTOR: Hira Industries LLC
PO Box. 50673, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Tel: +971 4 884 8414 ; Fax: +971 4 884 8434
www.aerofoam.ae
TECHNICAL CONTACT POINT: Dr. Laurentiu Pestritu
Quality, Safety, Product Management
Tel: +971 4 884 8414; Fax: +971 4 884 8434
laurentiu@rhira.com
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
HAZARD DESIGNATION to man: none
to environment: insoluble in water.
3. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
DESCRIPTION Foil faced, cross linked polyolefin foam produced in a
continuous web process.
4. FIRST-AID MEASURES
IN CASE OF SMOKE INHALATION Fresh air, coffee, artificial respiration (in critical cases)
IN CASE OF SKIN CONTACT Unnecessary
IN CASE OF EYE CONTACT Unnecessary
IN CASE OF INGESTION If possible, induce vomiting.
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5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
SUITABLE EXTINGUISHING MEDIA Unrestricted (water, extinguishing foam, etc.)
SPECIAL EXPOSURE HAZARDS Fire gases, do not breathe. Emits toxic fumes under fire
ARISING FROM THE PREPARATION conditions: carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide and other
decomposition products because of incomplete incineration.
SPECIAL PROTECTIVE Wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
EQUIPEMENT FOR FIREFIGHTERS
FURTHER INFORMATION Do not inhale combustion and explosion gases.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURE
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS Unnecessary
ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS Unnecessary
METHODS FOR CLEANING UP / Take up mechanically.
TAKING UP
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
HINTS FOR SAFE HANDLING None (keep working environment clean and free of dust)
HINTS FOR PROTECTION AGAINST None
FIRE AND EXPLOSION
HINTS FOR SEPARATION OF None
INCOMPATIBLE PRODUCTS
FURTHER INFORMATION ON Can be stored in clean, dry rooms under normal
STORAGE CONDITIONS conditions with respect to humidity (50 - 70 %) and
surrounding temperature (0 °C - 35 °C). Store the adhesive
backed in a cool, dry place.
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8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
GENERAL HEALTH MEASURES Unnecessary
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION Unnecessary
HAND PROTECTION Unnecessary
EYE PROTECTION Unnecessary
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
APPEARANCE Semi rigid closed cell, cross linked polyolefin foam web,
laminated to reinforced aluminum foil (tubes and sheets)
COLOUR grey
ODOUR odorless
THERMAL DECOMPOSITION > 160-180 °C
FIBROUS EMISSIONS none
FLASH POINT difficult to ignite (according to BS 476 part 7)
LOWER EXPLOSION LIMIT not applicable
UPPER EXPLOSION LIMIT not applicable
DENSITY AT 20 °C 30 kg / m³
SOLUBILITY (20 °C) in water: insoluble,
in organic solvents: insoluble, partly soluble, swelling
(depending on solvent type).
VISCOSITY not applicable
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10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
CONDITIONS TO AVOID Avoid the influence of naked flames (any temperature > 160-
180°C more than 10 minutes).
Materials to avoid: strong mineral acids (nitric acid,
hydrochloric acid, sulfuric acid, hydrofluoric acid), bromine,
chlorine, hydrogen peroxide, aniline, benzene, chloroform,
Freon 11, fuel FAM, carbon tetrachloride, trichloroethylene
and xylene.
HAZARDOUS REACTION No dangerous reactions known.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION No decomposition if used as prescribed.
PRODUCTS
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
EXPERIENCE MADE IN PRACTICE When used and handled according to specification, the
product does not have any harmful effect according to our
experience and knowledge.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ADDITIONAL ECOLOGICAL The product is classified non-hazardous to waters, most
INFORMATION solvents. It does not contain ozone layer depleting
substances.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
DISPOSAL PRODUCT Dispose waste according to applicable local, emirate and
federal regulations.
DISPOSAL PACKAGES Normal disposal path for cardboard and plastic foil
packaging. Contaminated packaging should be emptied as
far as possible and after appropriate cleansing may be taken
for reuse. Remove residues mechanically.
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14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
No hazardous material as defined by the transport regulations.
HSCODE 40161000
LAND TRANSPORT ADR / RID / GGVSE
UN-No.: Name of the good:
Class: Classification code:
Packing group: Danger labels:
Remark: No dangerous good in accordance with the regulations.
MARINE TRANSPORT IMDG-CODE
UN-No.: Proper Shipping Name:
Class: Subsidiary Risk:
Packing group: EmS:
Remark: No dangerous good in accordance with the regulations.
AIR TRANSPORT IATA-DGR
UN/ID-No.: Proper Shipping Name:
Class: Subsidiary Risk:
Hazard Labels: Packing group:
Remark: No dangerous good in accordance with the regulations.
15. OTHER INFORMATION
KEEPING (RESTRICTIONS) N/A
DISTRIBUTION for industry consumer and trade companies
FULL TEXT OF THE R-PHRASES N/A
The data in this safety data sheet correspond to our current level of knowledge and are sufficient for national,
GCC, Indian and African laws. However, we have no knowledge of or control over the working conditions.
The data in this safety data sheet describe the safety requirements of our product and may not be considered to
guarantee any product properties.
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