Product Name: Flame Retardant for Cable and Wire
Product Code: FR-CW982
Manufacturer: SafeCab Solutions, 456 Industrial Drive, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Recommended Use: Used for increasing fire resistance in cable sheathing and wire coatings
Contact Number: +1-800-555-7766 (24-hour emergency hotline)
Email: msds@safecab.com
GHS Classification: Acute Toxicity (Oral) Category 4, Eye Irritation Category 2, Skin Sensitization Category 1
Pictograms: Exclamation Mark (GHS07)
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Harmful if swallowed, Causes serious eye irritation, May cause skin irritation, May cause allergic skin reaction
Precautionary Statements: Wear eye and skin protection, Avoid breathing dust or vapors, Wash hands thoroughly after handling
Main Ingredients:
Aluminum Hydroxide (CAS No. 21645-51-2): 35%–45%
Antimony Trioxide (CAS No. 1309-64-4): 3%–5%
Decabromodiphenyl Ether (CAS No. 1163-19-5): 8%–12%
Polyethylene Carrier (CAS No. 9002-88-4): 30%–40%
Epoxidized Soybean Oil (CAS No. 8013-07-8): 3%–6%
Phosphate Compound (CAS No. 68333-79-9): 5%–8%
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air, keep at rest. Seek medical attention if breathing is difficult.
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash affected area with soap and water. If irritation persists, seek medical advice.
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation continues, get medical attention.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting. Get medical assistance immediately. Show the container or label if possible.
Most Important Symptoms: Skin redness, itching, eye watering and burning, abdominal pain if ingested
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water fog, foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: High-pressure water streams
Specific Hazards in a Fire: Emits toxic fumes including hydrogen bromide, antimony oxides and carbon monoxide during combustion
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and chemical resistant protective clothing
Special Procedures: Dike runoff from fire control to prevent environmental contamination, move containers from fire area if safely possible
Personal Precautions: Keep unnecessary personnel away, wear protective gloves, goggles, and suitable respiratory protection
Environmental Precautions: Prevent product from entering drains, surface water, or soil
Cleanup Methods: Collect spilled product using a HEPA vacuum or wet sweeping to avoid dust formation. Place in a suitable labeled container for proper disposal. Wash spill area with water after material pickup is complete.
Safe Handling: Avoid inhalation or contact with skin and eyes, use only in a well-ventilated area. Do not eat, drink, or smoke while handling.
Storage Requirements: Store in tightly closed, original containers in a dry, cool, well-ventilated place away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizers. Keep away from sources of ignition and out of direct sunlight.
Incompatible Materials: Acids, strong bases, oxidizing agents
Exposure Limits: Antimony Trioxide ACGIH TLV 0.5 mg/m³ (as Sb), Decabromodiphenyl Ether OSHA PEL not established
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation to reduce airborne dust and vapor concentration
Personal Protection: Wear chemical resistant gloves, safety goggles, and long-sleeved lab coat or protective clothing; in heavy exposure situations, use an approved respirator
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after handling, remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse, minimize hand-to-mouth contact
Appearance: White to off-white granular or powder
Odor: Slight, waxy
pH: Not applicable (insoluble)
Melting Point: 110–160°C
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Flash Point: >230°C
Flammability: Not classified as flammable
Explosive Limits: Not applicable
Bulk Density: 1.1–1.4 g/cm³
Solubility in Water: Insoluble
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at ambient conditions
Partition Coefficient: Not determined
Auto-ignition Temperature: >420°C
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal storage and handling conditions
Reactivity: Not reactive under ordinary conditions
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Conditions to Avoid: Avoid excessive heat, sparks, and open flame
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Hydrogen bromide, brominated dioxins, carbon monoxide, antimony oxides
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents
Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50 (rat) estimated 2,500 mg/kg
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: May cause mild to moderate irritation
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Can produce redness, watering, and discomfort
Respiratory Sensitization: Prolonged inhalation may irritate airway
Skin Sensitization: Possible allergic response for sensitive individuals
Carcinogenicity: Antimony trioxide is classified as possibly carcinogenic to humans (IARC Group 2B)
Chronic Effects: Repeated or prolonged exposure may cause liver, kidney, or blood system effects due to accumulation of antimony compounds
Aquatic Toxicity: Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Persistence and Degradability: Product is not readily biodegradable. Flame retardant chemicals can persist in water and soil for long periods.
Bioaccumulative Potential: Some components such as decabromodiphenyl ether have high potential for bioaccumulation.
Mobility in Soil: Low mobility, most ingredients bind strongly to soil particles.
Other Adverse Effects: Potential to interfere with reproductive systems in wildlife. Take care not to release to the environment.
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations. Do not discharge into sewers or waterways.
Recommended Disposal: Send to licensed chemical disposal facilities. Incineration is preferred in facilities equipped to handle halogenated compounds.
Contaminated Packaging: Triple rinse and offer for recycling or reconditioning if possible. Dispose of clean containers as non-hazardous waste.
UN Number: Not regulated for road, rail, or sea transport
Proper Shipping Name: Not applicable
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified as dangerous goods
Packing Group: Not applicable
Special Precautions: Protect from moisture and physical damage during transport, prevent package breakage.
OSHA: Considered hazardous under OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200)
TSCA: All ingredients listed or exempt
SARA Title III: Antimony compounds subject to reporting requirements
REACH (EU): Components registered under REACH
California Proposition 65: Contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or reproductive toxicity
Other Regulations: Refer to environmental, health, and safety regulations applicable to local jurisdiction for additional restrictions
