Product Name: Flame Retardant Masterbatch for Glass Fiber PA
Trade Name: PA-GF Flame Retardant MB
Synonyms: PA Flame Retardant Additive, Polyamide FR Masterbatch
Manufacturer: XYZ Polymers Ltd.
Address: 222 Sunrise Industrial Park, Sector 8, Manufacturing City, ZIP 123456
Emergency Phone: +1-800-555-4000
Recommended Use: Flame retardancy enhancement in PA-GF compounds
Restrictions on Use: Not suitable for food or medical grade applications
GHS Classification: Acute Toxicity (Oral) Category 5, Skin Sensitization Category 1, Serious Eye Irritation Category 2
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: May cause skin irritation; May cause an allergic skin reaction; Causes eye irritation; Dust may cause respiratory discomfort.
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust or fumes; Wear protective gloves, clothing, and eye/face protection; Wash thoroughly after handling.
Hazards Not Otherwise Classified: Fine dust may form explosive mixtures in air; Product releases potentially hazardous decomposition gases at elevated temperatures.
Polyamide 6/66 Resin: 50-70%
Glass Fiber: 20-35%
Decabromodiphenyl Ethane (FR Additive): 10-18% (CAS: 84852-53-9)
Antimony Trioxide (Synergist): 3-5% (CAS: 1309-64-4)
Talc (Filler): 1-3% (CAS: 14807-96-6)
Lubricants, Processing Aids: 0.5-1.5% (various proprietary ingredients not recognized as hazardous under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200)
Colorants (if present): Less than 1%
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air; Seek medical help if coughing or irritation persists.
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing; Rinse skin thoroughly with soap and water; If rash or irritation develops, get medical help.
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for at least 15 minutes; Hold eyelids open and remove contact lenses if present; If discomfort continues, get prompt medical attention.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth; Give water if person is fully conscious; Never induce vomiting without medical advice; Get medical help if symptoms appear.
Notes for doctor: Symptoms may be delayed following exposure; Treat symptomatically.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Media: Do not use water jet directly on burning material; May spread fire.
Specific Hazards: Product can burn and produce toxic gases such as CO, CO2, hydrogen bromide, antimony compounds under intense heat.
Protective Equipment: Firefighters need self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear.
Special Procedures: Use water spray to cool containers exposed to flames; Avoid breathing fumes or smoke.
Combustion Products: Carbon oxides, hydrogen bromide, antimony oxides, other unidentified toxic gases.
Personal Precautions: Avoid breathing dust; Use appropriate personal protective equipment including gloves and goggles.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent spilled product from entering drains, waterways or soil; Report environmental release as required by law.
Clean-up Methods: Sweep or vacuum up spilled material carefully to avoid raising dust; Place in suitable containers for disposal; Avoid dry sweeping; Clean area with water to remove traces.
Disposal: Refer to section on Disposal Considerations.
Handling: Use with adequate ventilation; Minimize dust generation and accumulation; Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing; Wash thoroughly after handling; Do not eat, drink, or smoke in work area.
Storage Conditions: Keep tightly closed in a dry, cool, and well-ventilated area away from heat or sources of ignition; Store away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizers and acids; Keep containers away from direct sunlight and moisture.
Incompatible Products: Avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents, acids, and bases.
Batch Control: Label containers; Rotate stock using oldest first.
Occupational Exposure Limits: Antimony trioxide (PEL: 0.5 mg/m³ as Sb), Glass fiber (OSHA: 5 mg/m³ respirable; ACGIH: 1 mg/m³), Talc (OSHA: 2 mg/m³ respirable).
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation at processing or mixing points; Minimize airborne dust with enclosed systems.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Chemical-resistant gloves; Long-sleeved clothing; Safety glasses or face shield; Respiratory protection when dust or fumes are generated.
Hygiene Measures: Remove contaminated clothing; Workplace eye-wash stations; No eating or drinking in work areas; Wash hands before breaks and after finishing work.
Physical State: Solid granules or pellets
Color: White, gray, or off-white (color varies as per grade)
Odor: Slight, characteristic
Melting Point: 215-225°C
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes before boiling)
Flash Point: >350°C
Autoignition Temperature: >430°C
Solubility in Water: Insoluble
Density: 1.35–1.55 g/cm³
pH: Not applicable
Explosive Properties: Not explosive; Dust may form explosible mixtures
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable
Viscosity: Not applicable
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions of use and storage.
Reactivity: No dangerous reactions under recommended conditions; Material decomposes at elevated temperatures.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen bromide, antimony oxides and organic vapors may evolve during thermal degradation or combustion.
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, open flames, direct sunlight, sources of ignition.
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, acids, and alkalis.
Polymerization: Will not occur.
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin contact, eye contact, ingestion.
Acute Effects: Dust or fumes may irritate respiratory tract; Skin and eye irritation may occur on direct contact.
Chronic Effects: Prolonged or frequent exposure to antimony trioxide dust may cause respiratory irritation or lung changes; No known carcinogenicity for overall masterbatch but individual components may carry risk (antimony trioxide listed as possible carcinogen by IARC 2B).
Sensitization: Components may trigger allergic skin reactions in sensitive individuals.
Other Effects: Glass fibers may cause mechanical irritation.
Ecotoxicity: Product is not readily biodegradable; Possible long-term adverse effects in aquatic environments due to persistent brominated compounds and antimony salts.
Persistence and Degradability: Polymer and included additives resist natural degradation; Will remain stable for many years in soil or water.
Bioaccumulative Potential: Brominated flame retardants and antimony trioxide may bioaccumulate in aquatic organisms.
Mobility in Soil: Low due to insoluble nature; Fine dust may be wind-blown and dispersed.
Other Adverse Effects: Release of large quantities into the environment can disrupt aquatic ecosystems; Adherence to local regulations important to minimize risk.
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of product and packaging in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations; Material may be recyclable for plastic manufacturing with compatible resins.
Incineration: Avoid open burning; Thermal recovery under controlled conditions only.
Landfill: Permitted at sites licensed to handle industrial non-hazardous waste; Avoid contamination of ground water.
Contaminated Packaging: Should be emptied, triple rinsed, and disposed of in accordance with all governmental regulations.
Special Instructions: Contact licensed waste management companies for safe materials handling.
UN Number: Not regulated for transport according to UN, IMDG, IATA, and DOT.
Proper Shipping Name: Not classified as hazardous.
Transport Hazard Class: Not applicable.
Packing Group: Not applicable.
Environmental Hazards: Not a marine pollutant.
Special Precautions for Transport: Prevent bags from tearing and spillage; Protect from moisture during shipping.
Labeling: Complies with OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200.
Inventory Status: All intentionally included components are listed or exempt under major inventories (TSCA, EINECS, REACH).
OSHA Regulatory Status: Classified as hazardous based on contained antimony trioxide.
Other Regulations: Observe workplace air contaminant limits for antimony compounds and glass fibers as set by ACGIH and OSHA; Flame retardant additives subject to ongoing regulatory review for environmental and health impact in several jurisdictions.
California Proposition 65: Antimony trioxide present—Warning required.
WHMIS Classification (Canada): D2A, D2B: Very toxic/chronic and skin sensitizer.
