Product Name: Flame Retardant Masterbatch for PBT
Product Code: FR-PBT-MB
Recommended Use: Additive for enhancing flame resistance in Polybutylene Terephthalate compounds
Manufacturer: Industrial Polymers Solutions Inc.
Address: 1204 City Industrial Drive, Lakeville, CA 90012, USA
Phone: +1 (555) 678-1122
Email Contact: safetydata@ipsinc.com
Emergency Phone: +1 (555) 112-3344
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous under GHS criteria.
Potential Health Effects: Inhalation or skin contact with dust may cause mild irritation, especially during handling and processing.
Physical Appearance: Granular, off-white to beige pellets.
Label Elements: No symbol required; product not regarded as dangerous for supply.
Hazard Statements: May produce irritating fumes if heated above decomposition temperature.
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust; use with ventilation; wash hands after handling.
PBT (Polybutylene Terephthalate): 65-85% CAS No. 24968-12-5
Flame Retardant Additive (Brominated Compound): 10-20% CAS No. 32534-81-9
Antimony Trioxide: 1-7% CAS No. 1309-64-4
Compatibilizer (Epoxy Modified Compound): 0.5-3% Proprietary
Lubricants & Process Aids: <1% blend, CAS Not Assigned
Colorants: <1% (if applicable), CAS Not Assigned
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, get medical attention if symptoms persist or worsen.
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing, seek medical help for persistent irritation.
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with plenty of running water, keep eyelids open, seek medical advice if irritation continues.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, do not induce vomiting, seek medical attention if large amount swallowed or feeling unwell.
Most Important Symptoms: Dust may irritate respiratory tract, eyes and skin.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide.
Unsuitable Media: Direct water jet may spread fire.
Specific Hazards from Fire: On burning, the mix releases CO, CO2, HBr, and oxides of antimony; fumes can be irritating or harmful.
Protective Equipment: Full protective gear and self-contained breathing apparatus for fire fighters.
Advice for Firefighters: Control run-off water; cool closed containers near the fire site.
Personal Precautions: Avoid dust formation; ventilate area; wear safety goggles and gloves.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent product from entering drains or watercourses.
Spill Cleanup: Sweep up or vacuum granules without producing dust, transfer to proper containers for disposal.
Disposal Information: Handle as industrial waste; avoid creating airborne dust.
Handling: Use local exhaust ventilation for transfer operations to prevent dust exposure.
Preventative Measures: Avoid breathing dust, avoid skin contact, keep away from ignition sources.
Safe Storage: Keep in tightly sealed bags or containers, store in cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight.
Storage Incompatibilities: Keep separate from strong oxidizing agents and acids.
Special Handling Notes: Do not eat, drink or smoke in work area; keep storage temperature below 40°C.
Exposure Limits: Antimony Trioxide (TLV: 0.5 mg/m³), Brominated compounds not established.
Engineering Controls: Good general ventilation, localized exhaust at dusty operations.
Personal Protective Equipment: Safety glasses with side-shields, chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile, PVC), dust mask or particulate respirator (N95 or better), protective clothing as needed.
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands before eating, after handling product, and before leaving the workplace.
Physical Form: Pellet or granular solid
Color: Off-white to beige
Odor: Slight, faint plastic odor
Melting Point: 220°C to 230°C
Specific Gravity: 1.35-1.45 g/cm³
Solubility in Water: Insoluble
Auto-Ignition Temperature: >400°C
Flash Point: Not applicable
Decomposition Temperature: >280°C
Vapor Pressure: Not volatile
Other Notes: Stable under normal processing conditions, but prolonged heat above decomposition temperature can release hazardous fumes.
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal room temperature and pressure.
Conditions to Avoid: Strong heat, open flame, direct sunlight, moisture, strong acids and bases.
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, strong acids, amines.
Hazardous Decomposition: CO, CO2, HBr, antimony oxides, aromatic hydrocarbons.
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: No dangerous reactions observed in normal use.
Acute Effects: Dust may cause skin, eye, or respiratory irritation; not considered acutely toxic.
Chronic Effects: Prolonged exposure to antimony trioxide dust may cause lung irritation or more severe respiratory effects over long term.
Oral Toxicity (LD50): >2000 mg/kg in rats (estimated for the flame retardant compound blend).
Skin Corrosion / Irritation: Slight irritation possible from excessive contact.
Carcinogenicity: IARC lists antimony trioxide as Group 2B (possibly carcinogenic to humans).
Other Health Effects: No evidence of reproductive or developmental toxicity observed in this formulation.
Ecotoxicity: Not considered acutely toxic to aquatic life, but small particles may persist and accumulate.
Bioaccumulation: Flame retardant additives may have potential for limited bioaccumulation in aquatic or terrestrial organisms.
Mobility in Soil: Product is not soluble; tends to remain at site of release.
PBT / vPvB Assessment: Does not meet criteria for persistent, bioaccumulative, and toxic substance.
Other Information: Avoid uncontrolled release to the environment; collect spilled product for proper disposal.
Waste Disposal Methods: Send material to approved waste treatment or disposal facility in accordance with local, state, and national regulations.
Contaminated Packaging: Empty containers should be collected and delivered to recycling or waste management company.
Special Precautions: Do not dump or release into sewers or waterways.
Disposal of Large Quantities: Contact a licensed hazardous waste contractor.
UN Number: Not regulated.
Proper Shipping Name: Not hazardous for transport.
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified.
Packing Group: Not assigned.
Environmental Hazards: None identified.
Special Precautions: Protect packaging from rupture and keep dry during transit, avoid exposing to moisture.
OSHA: This product is not classified as hazardous under the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
TSCA: All ingredients listed or exempt.
REACH Status: Components pre-registered or registered as necessary.
RoHS/ELV: Meets current restrictions on lead, mercury, cadmium, hexavalent chromium, PBB, PBDE.
Other Regulations: Combustion byproducts may trigger local emission regulations; follow all workplace environmental controls.
