Product Name: Fireproof Coating Flame Retardant
Manufacturer: Apex Shield Chemicals Ltd., 52 Industrial Road, Springfield
Emergency Contact: 24-Hour Hazmat Line: 1-800-555-9802
Product Use: Protective coating for structural steel, wood panels, wall assemblies, and plastics
Synonyms: Flameguard 9000, Intumescent RT
Recommended Restrictions: Not for direct food contact or interior drinking water tanks
GHS Classification: Skin irritant Category 2, Eye irritation Category 2A, Acute toxicity Category 4
Signal Word: Caution
Hazard Statements: Causes skin and eye irritation, may cause mild respiratory discomfort, releases toxic gases upon combustion
Precautionary Statements: Avoid inhalation of vapors, wear protective boots and gloves, wash thoroughly after handling, store in tight containers
Hazards Not Otherwise Classified: Contains small particles that may linger in air after sanding or grinding, may settle on surfaces near application zones
Ammonium Polyphosphate: 50-60% (CAS: 68333-79-9)
Melamine: 10-12% (CAS: 108-78-1)
Expandable Graphite: 8-10% (CAS: 7782-42-5)
Decabromodiphenyl Ether: 3-4% (CAS: 1163-19-5)
Boric Acid: 1-2% (CAS: 10043-35-3)
Minor Additives (Fillers, Dispersants, Binders): balance to 100% — includes water, cellulosic thickeners, non-silicate stabilizers
Eye Contact: Rinse with plenty of running water for at least 10 minutes, seek medical help if irritation remains
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing, use lotion for dryness, consult doctor for rash
Inhalation: Move to open space, breathe deeply, consult medical help if coughing or breathing trouble persists
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, drink water slowly, do not induce vomiting, contact Poison Control
Antidotes/Special Notes: No specific antidote, treat symptoms as needed
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water fog, dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Methods: Avoid direct high-pressure water streams
Specific Hazards: Decomposition releases ammonia, formaldehyde, carbon oxides, hydrogen bromide at high temperatures
Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, full turnout gear
Fire-Fighting Precautions: Keep water runoff away from sewers, apply cooling water to closed tanks
Personal Protection: Use gloves, chemical goggles, dust mask or respirator
Containment: Use absorbents for spilled liquid, scoop up dry powder to closed container
Clean-up Methods: Sweep gently or use a vacuum with HEPA filter, avoid creating dust clouds
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into storm drains, avoid washing into waterways
Handling Advice: Use adequate ventilation, avoid breathing spray mist and dust, wash hands after work, avoid eating or smoking nearby
Storage Instructions: Store at 5–35°C, keep in original labeled containers, avoid direct sunlight and moisture, stack safely away from acids and oxidizers
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, alkalis, oxidizing agents, strong bases; reacts with magnesium and phosphorus compounds
Engineering Controls: Ventilate workspaces with local exhaust fans, use enclosed spray booths where possible
Personal Protective Equipment: Nitrile gloves, safety goggles, long sleeves, chemical apron for large volumes
Respiratory Protection: P2 dust mask for sanding or airborne powder, half-face respirator with organic vapor cartridge for spraying
Hygiene Measures: Rinse hands before touching face, change contaminated clothing
Exposure Limits: Ammonium polyphosphate (nuisance dust): 10 mg/m³ TWA, Melamine: 10 mg/m³ TWA
Physical State: Viscous, off-white to grayish paste or suspension
Odor: Low to no odor, occasional faint ammonia scent
pH: 8.5–9.8
Melting Point: Not applicable (decomposes before melting)
Solubility: Slight in water, dispersible in most acrylic paints
Flash Point: Not flammable
Density: 1.4–1.6 g/cm³
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Boiling Point: Not determined (contains water)
Other Features: Forms intumescent protective layer when exposed to direct flame
Chemical Stability: Stable at standard indoor conditions
Reactive To: Acids generate heat and toxic gases, bases may cause gelling, organic peroxides break down the matrix
Decomposition Products: Ammonia, formaldehyde, carbon oxides, boron oxides, hydrogen bromide in thermal events
Conditions to Avoid: Prolonged moisture, excess heat, open flames, incompatible materials
Acute Toxicity: Inhalation may bring on coughing, mild headache, or shortness of breath if dusty
Chronic Exposure: Extended skin contact causes dryness or rash, repeated exposure to certain bromine compounds linked to thyroid issues in animal studies
Routes of Entry: Inhalation, dermal contact, accidental ingestion
Carcinogenicity: No ingredients known to be carcinogenic to humans at present concentrations; brominated flame retardants under ongoing review
Other Effects: Eye irritation, mild respiratory irritation, not sensitizing to most people under normal use
Aquatic Toxicity: High concentrations may be harmful to aquatic organisms, phosphate runoff leads to nutrient loading
Persistence and Degradability: Most additives degrade slowly, ammonium polyphosphate persistent in soil
Bioaccumulative Potential: Decabromodiphenyl ether accumulates in sediments, minuscule transfer to fish tissues noted in studies
Mobility in Soil: Low solubility restricts movement, subject to runoff during rain events
Waste Procedures: Keep out of household drains, collect and send as non-hazardous construction waste if uncontaminated
Disposal Containers: Use sealed drums, label as flame retardant coating waste
Special Disposal Instructions: Do not burn leftover product, avoid landfill disposal near water sources
Regulations: Follow local/state/federal laws, consult waste handler if unsure
UN Number: Not classified as dangerous goods for road, air, or sea
Proper Shipping Name: Coating compound, not otherwise specified
Packing Group: Not regulated
Transportation Hazards: Avoid spillage in shipping, keep containers upright and sealed
Transport Labels: Standard commercial freight labels sufficient
OSHA Status: Not classified hazardous under GHS; refer to exposure controls for worker protection
EPA TSCA Status: All main components listed in the TSCA inventory
SARA 313: Decabromodiphenyl ether subject to reporting
California Proposition 65: Product contains no chemicals listed as known to cause cancer or reproductive harm at reporting thresholds
Other Requirements: Safety training for users, SDS available on site, local fire codes require fireproofing documentation for structural projects
