Product Name: Mflam Penta Intumescent Flame Retardant
CAS Number: Proprietary blend
Recommended Use: Used in coatings, plastics, and construction materials as a flame retardant additive
Manufacturer: Mflam Chemical Corporation
Contact Information: 1234 Industry Road, City, Country, Phone: +123 456 7890, Email: info@mflam.com
Emergency Telephone: CHEMTREC +800 424 9300
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous under GHS criteria. Dust can cause mild respiratory irritation.
Signal Word: None
Hazard Statement: May cause mechanical irritation to eyes, skin, and respiratory tract. Long-term contact could dry or crack skin. Eye exposure leads to redness and discomfort.
Pictograms: None required
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust. Use only outdoors or in well-ventilated areas. Wear protective gloves and eye protection.
Other Hazards: Does not release toxic gases under normal use. Thermal decomposition can produce irritating gases including ammonia and phosphorus oxides.
Main Components: Ammonium polyphosphate (CAS: 68333-79-9) 60–70%, Pentaerythritol (CAS: 115-77-5) 15–25%, Melamine (CAS: 108-78-1) 8–15%
Additives: Proprietary stabilizers and dispersing agents 3–7%
Impurities: Minimal, less than 1%, below thresholds for classification
Chemical Nature: Non-halogenated flame retardant blend engineered to react to high heat
Inhalation: Move to fresh air. If breathing difficulties develop, seek medical attention. Rinse mouth and nose with water to remove dust residue.
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. Apply moisturizing lotion to soreness or dryness.
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes with plenty of water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Get medical advice if irritation persists.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention, especially if discomfort persists or large amounts have been ingested.
Advice to Physician: Symptomatic treatment based on individual reactions. Product is not expected to cause acute systemic toxicity.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, foam, dry chemical powder, carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: High-pressure water jet may spread dust
Specific Hazards: Intumescent agents release nonflammable gases that swell and char, limiting flame spread. Thermal breakdown can produce ammonia, phosphorus oxides, and nitrogen oxides.
Special Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
Advice for Firefighters: Keep containers cool with water spray. Prevent runoff from entering sewers or waterways.
Personal Precautions: Wear dust mask, safety goggles, and gloves. Avoid creating dust clouds. Sweep up spilled material to prevent slips.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent large quantities from entering drains, soil, or surface water.
Spill Cleanup: Scoop bulk into labeled, chemical-resistant containers using non-sparking tools. Wash spill area with water after cleanup to remove residue.
Disposal: Dispose as non-hazardous chemical waste according to local, national, and international regulations.
Handling: Use in areas with adequate ventilation to prevent dust buildup. Use dust extraction and wear respiratory protection if dust levels become high.
Storage Conditions: Keep container tightly closed in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Avoid storage next to strong acids, oxidizers, and open flames.
Incompatibilities: Do not store near moisture sources as product may clump or cake. Avoid mixing with strong bases and strong oxidizers.
Exposure Limits: No specific occupational exposure limits set for Mflam Penta. Use common dust limits as guidance: OSHA PEL for nuisance dust 15 mg/m³ (total), 5 mg/m³ (respirable fraction).
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation or dust collection system. Keep process enclosures closed.
Personal Protection: Safety glasses or goggles, chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile or PVC), long-sleeved work clothing. Respiratory protection if airborne dust concentrations exceed recommended limits.
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink, or smoke during use.
Appearance: White to off-white powder
Odor: Odorless or faint, non-pungent
pH (10% aqueous solution): 5.5–7.5
Melting/Decomposition Point: Above 240°C (decomposes, does not melt)
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water
Specific Gravity: 1.7–1.9 g/cm³
Bulk Density: 450–650 kg/m³
Flammability: Not flammable
Explosive Properties: Dust may form explosive mixtures with air under rare, extreme conditions.
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable, material is solid at room temperature.
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and normal use.
Reactivity: Inert at room temperature and pressure. Reacts under intense heat to form protective char.
Hazardous Reactions: Contact with strong acids or bases can cause hydrolysis and gas release.
Thermal Decomposition Products: Ammonia, water vapor, phosphorus oxides, nitrogen oxides.
Conditions to Avoid: High temperatures, direct sunlight, moisture, incompatible chemicals.
Acute Toxicity: Low oral and dermal toxicity based on component data. Estimated LD50 (rat, oral) > 2000 mg/kg.
Skin Irritation: Prolonged contact causes dryness or mild irritation for sensitive individuals.
Eye Irritation: Direct dust contact may cause redness or watering.
Inhalation Risk: Breathing dust can cause short-term irritation or coughing. Not expected to cause chronic lung disease.
Sensitization: Not classified as a skin or respiratory sensitizer.
Carcinogenicity: Does not contain ingredients classified as carcinogens by IARC, NTP, or OSHA.
Mutagenicity/ Reproductive Effects: No evidence or data suggesting genetic, mutagenic, or reproductive harm.
Aquatic Toxicity: No acute toxicity to aquatic organisms at recommended concentrations. Ingredient studies show LC50 > 100 mg/L (fish, 96 hr).
Persistence and Degradability: Components break down slowly in soil and water. Inorganic phosphates may persist in sediment.
Bioaccumulative Potential: Low, product and main components do not accumulate in aquatic organisms.
Mobility in Soil: Solid, low mobility. Residue may be carried by rainwater to surface water in case of large spills.
Other Effects: Does not contribute to ozone depletion, global warming, or photochemical smog formation.
Disposal Methods: Dispose of product and packaging in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations. Landfill as non-hazardous industrial waste if uncontaminated.
Reuse/Recycle: Uncontaminated material may be reused or sent to recycling centers if permitted by authorities.
Contaminated Packaging: Clean or triple-rinse empty containers prior to disposal. Follow regulations on packaging waste.
Special Precautions: Prevent product from entering sewage systems, rivers, or public waterways.
UN Number: Not regulated under UN RTDG
Shipping Name: Not classified as a dangerous good for land, sea, or air transport
Transport Hazard Class: Not applicable
Packing Group: Not applicable
Environmental Hazards: Not designated as environmentally hazardous
Special Precautions: Protect from moisture and rough handling. Secure packaging to prevent spillage and dust formation.
Safety, Health, and Environmental Regulations: Not listed as a hazardous material under GHS, OSHA, REACH, TSCA, or CLP.
Inventory Status: Components listed on EINECS, DSL, and most national chemical inventories.
Labeling Requirements: No signal word or hazard pictograms required under standard conditions.
SARA/Title III: Does not trigger reporting under Section 302, 304, 313.
Other Information: Workplace exposure to dust should not exceed local permissible limits. Users must comply with national and local safety regulations and reportable quantity rules where they apply.
