Product Name: Flame Retardant Masterbatch for Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPE)
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Contact Number: Main office and emergency phone numbers
Recommended Use: Used to provide flame resistance in TPE compounds for cables, automotive interiors, consumer electronics, industrial housings, and sealants.
Synonyms: FR TPE additive, TPE flame retardant concentrate
Product Code: Stock-keeping unit or internal code name
Classification: Non-hazardous solid under normal conditions
Label Elements: No specific hazard symbols or signal words for this blend, below hazardous thresholds
Eye Contact: Dust or fines may cause irritation
Skin Contact: Prolonged handling might cause mild irritation, especially if compounded with chemical additives
Inhalation: Processing fumes or fine dust may irritate nose, throat, or lungs
Ingestion: Low toxicity; ingestion not expected during proper handling
Environmental Risks: Smoldering or degraded product could release harmful organics or particulates into water or air
TPE Polymer Base: Typically a blend of SEBS, SBS, or other thermoplastic polymers, 60-85%
Flame Retardants: Brominated, phosphorous, or halogen-free proprietary compounds, 10-30%
Carrier Resin: Polyolefin or compatible polymer for dispersion, 5-15%
Processing Additives: Antioxidants, lubricants, pigment (if colored), stabilizers under 5% total
Impurities: Trace monomers and process residuals, well below reporting levels
Eye Contact: Rinse gently with water for at least 15 minutes; seek medical help if symptoms appear
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water; remove contaminated clothing
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, seek medical attention if coughing or breathing issues persist
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, drink water, and call a doctor if large quantities consumed
Notes for Practitioners: Treat symptomatically; no specific antidotes known
Extinguishing Media: Water spray, foam, carbon dioxide, dry chemical
Specific Hazards: Decomposition may release carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrocarbons, hydrogen bromide, or phosphorus oxides depending on chemistry
Protective Equipment: Full-face respiratory protection and heat-resistant clothing
Firefighting Advice: Stay upwind, cool containers with water, prevent runoff into drains
Personal Protection: Wear goggles, gloves, dust mask when cleaning spills
Spill Response: Sweep or vacuum, avoid creating dust clouds
Environmental Precautions: Avoid release to surface water; collect for disposal
Clean-Up Method: Store spilled granules in labeled containers for disposal or recycling
Decontamination: Wash area with water after dry cleanup
Safe Handling: Use with adequate ventilation; avoid inhaling dust or fumes
Hygiene Procedures: Wash hands and exposed skin before eating or drinking
Storage Conditions: Store in dry, cool, well-ventilated place, away from sunlight, strong acids, and oxidizing agents
Packing Materials: Keep in original packaging or labeled sealed bins
Special Precautions: Segregate from food, drinks, and animal feed; keep away from ignition sources during processing
Exposure Limits: No occupational exposure limits for finished pellets or granules; monitor for dust/fume levels during compounding
Personal Protective Equipment: Safety goggles, chemical-resistant gloves, dust mask, protective clothing
Ventilation: Local exhaust at emission points
Hygiene Practices: Wash after handling; do not eat, drink, or smoke in work areas
Appearance: Solid beads, pellets, or granules, usually white, off-white, gray, or colored
Odor: Mild, neutral, slight plastic smell; can sometimes emit faint chemical odor upon heating
Melting Point: Typically 50-180°C depending on carrier
Density: About 1.1-1.5 g/cm³
Solubility: Insoluble in water, dispersible in melt-processing conditions
Flash Point: >300°C (estimated for mixture)
pH: Not applicable for solid
Chemical Stability: Stable under standard ambient conditions
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, open flame, contact with strong oxidizers or acids
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, alkalis, oxidizing compounds
Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen bromide or phosphorus oxides (if present); hydrocarbons; other combustion byproducts
Hazardous Reactions: No hazardous polymerization expected under normal use
Acute Effects: Eyes may become irritated by dust; rare mild skin reaction possible from additives
Chronic Effects: No data suggesting carcinogenic, mutagenic, or teratogenic risks under current regulatory review
Inhalation Toxicity: Fumes from overheating may cause headaches, dizziness or respiratory discomfort
Ingestion Toxicity: Low risk; not meant for human consumption
Skin Sensitization: Unlikely with normal use, but repeated exposure to dust or processing fumes might sensitize sensitive skin
Medical Conditions Aggravated: Pre-existing respiratory concerns could worsen if exposed to dust or smoke in high concentrations
Ecotoxicity: Product is generally considered inert in solid form, but fine particles or combustion residuals can be harmful to aquatic life
Mobility: Not mobile in soil; granules tend to persist where deposited
Bioaccumulation: No expected significant bioaccumulation for polymer matrix
Degradability: Polymers and flame retardants break down slowly; some byproducts from brominated or phosphorous compounds may be persistent in water or soil
Aquatic Effects: Pellets and dust may be physically harmful if released into marine environments
Waste Treatment: Preferred route is recycling or energy recovery; landfilling where recycling is unavailable
Contaminated Packaging: Dispose of empty bags or liners as industrial waste according to local rules
Incineration: Must use authorized facility with emission controls, especially for halogenated compounds
Legal Status: Follow all regional and national waste handling and labeling laws
UN Number: Not regulated as dangerous goods
Proper Shipping Name: Plastic Pellets, Non-Hazardous
Hazard Class: Not assigned
Packing Group: Not assigned
Environmental Hazards: No specific marine pollutant label, but best to contain granules during logistics
Special Precautions: Transport in closed, secure containers to minimize dust and accidental spills
Chemical Inventory: All ingredients listed or exempted per EPA TSCA, EU REACH, and comparable regulations
Labelling: Not classified as hazardous under GHS or OSHA standards; always use clear product and safety labels
Workplace Regulations: Consult country-specific safety acts and codes
Restrictions: Flame retardant content or composition may face limits in certain consumer or food-contact applications
Special Notes: Brominated or halogenated formulas could be subject to enhanced monitoring in certain jurisdictions
