Product Name: PE V2 Flame Retardant
Other Names: Polyethylene V2 FR Compound
Recommended Use: Polymer compounding, wire insulation, cable sheathing
Manufacturer: Contact details listed with packaging
Emergency Contact: Local hazardous materials response center, listed on shipping documents
CAS Number: Refer to component breakdown
Product Code: As specified on product packaging
Supplier Address: Noted on container label
Phone Number for Information: As shown on delivery paperwork
Classification: Not classified as dangerous under GHS; contains substances of concern
Hazard Statements: Can emit toxic fumes on burning, risk of eye, skin, and respiratory irritation from dust
Signal Word: Warning
Risk Phrases: May cause slight eye and skin irritation, do not inhale dust
Pictograms: Exclamation point for irritation risk
Label Elements: Avoid breathing dust, prevent contact with skin and eyes
Target Organs: Eyes, skin, respiratory tract
Potential Health Effects: Short-term irritation, rarely triggers allergic responses in sensitive workers
Chemical Name: Polyethylene resins (bulk matrix), brominated flame retardants, antimony trioxide synergy agent, inorganic fillers, coloring agents
CAS Numbers: PE (9002-88-4), Antimony trioxide (1309-64-4), Brominated compounds varies
Concentration Ranges: PE base 65-85%, brominated agent 8-22%, antimony trioxide 2-6%, color/filler balance
Impurities: Residual monomers <0.1%, dust and trace process aids
Ingredient Notes: Minor additives for processing stability or color may be present
Inhalation: Move exposed person to fresh air, monitor breathing, obtain medical attention if irritation persists
Eye Contact: Rinse with water for 15 minutes, lift lids occasionally, seek medical attention with continued discomfort
Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing, seek medical guidance for persistent irritation
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, do not induce vomiting, seek prompt medical assessment
Most Important Symptoms: Redness of eyes, itchiness or rash on skin, scratching in throat or coughing after inhalation of dust
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, foam, CO2 extinguishers
Unsuitable Media: Avoid direct high-pressure water jets
Special Hazards: Burning releases carbon monoxide, hydrogen bromide, antimony fumes, dioxins possible at high temperatures
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Full protective clothing, self-contained breathing apparatus required
Advice for Firefighters: Stay upwind, contain fire water runoff, remove containers if safe to do so
Decomposition Products: Smoke, brominated compounds, metallic oxides, possible irritant gases
Personal Precautions: Wear gloves, goggles, dust mask
Environmental Precautions: Prevent material from entering drains, containment with barriers
Methods of Cleanup: Sweep up spilt pellets or dust, avoid creating clouds, collect in sealable containers for recycling or disposal
Reference to Other Sections: Follow PPE recommendations, see disposal guidance below
Waste Handling: Do not attempt wet cleaning, avoid use of compressed air
Precautions for Safe Handling: Use in well-ventilated area, avoid generating airborne dust, never eat or smoke in processing zones
Safe Storage Conditions: Keep sealed in original packaging, avoid moisture ingress, temperature control between 5–30°C
Incompatibilities: Oxidizing chemicals, strong acids, direct sunlight
Storage Class: Non-combustible, slight fire risk if stored near combustibles
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands and exposed skin thoroughly after handling, remove contaminated clothing
Occupational Exposure Limits: Antimony trioxide ACGIH TLV 0.5 mg/m3 (inhalable), dust exposure should not exceed local standards
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation, dust extraction at processing points
Personal Protective Equipment: Safety goggles, gloves made from nitrile or similar, dust respirator (P2 or above for heavy dust), protective clothing
Environmental Controls: Filtered exhaust and waste management, prevent pellet loss to soil or waterways
Monitor Exposure: Periodic air sampling suggested for dust and antimony levels
Appearance: Off-white to light gray granules or pellets
Odor: Mild, plastic-like
Melting Point: 120–140°C
Boiling Point: Not applicable (polymeric solid)
Flash Point: Exceeds 330°C
Explosion Limits: Not explosive as a solid
Solubility: Insoluble in water, soluble in certain organic solvents at high temperatures
Density: 1.28–1.55 g/cm3
Autoignition Temperature: Over 400°C
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable to solids
Chemical Stability: Chemically stable under recommended storage, stable during most processing conditions
Materials to Avoid: Strong oxidizers, acids, halogenated compounds
Conditions to Avoid: High heat above processing range, open flames, sources of strong acid fumes
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, hydrogen bromide, antimony fumes, possible small-molecule toxins
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur under normal processing or storage
Acute Effects: Inhalation of dust may cause mild mucous membrane irritation, may aggravate asthma
Skin Contact: Prolonged contact sometimes produces irritation from fillers
Eye Contact: Can cause redness, watering, irritation
Ingestion: Low toxicity, may cause mild stomach upset
Chronic Effects: Repeated inhalation of antimony trioxide dust linked to possible lung effects, no evidence for systemic toxicity from solid pellets
Carcinogenicity: Antimony trioxide classified IARC Group 2B (possible carcinogen), only relevant to dust exposure
Mutagenicity and Reproductive Effects: No clear evidence from polymer in finished form
Sensitization: No strong evidence for skin or respiratory sensitization from the bulk compound
Environmental Fate: Pellets persist in soil and water; low biodegradability
Aquatic Toxicity: Additives can be harmful to aquatic life; dust and particles harmful to fish and invertebrates
Bioaccumulation: Antimony can accumulate in organisms, brominated additives moderately bioaccumulative
Soil Mobility: Pellets can migrate over land, pose ingestion hazard to wildlife
Degradation Products: Slowly breaks down to microplastics; additives remain in the environment
Other Adverse Effects: Can physically obstruct animals, leaching possible under certain conditions
Disposal Methods: Route to chemical waste incinerator or approved landfill, follow local and national regulations
Reuse/Recycling: Clean, uncontaminated pellets may be reprocessed or recycled where facilities exist
Packaging Disposal: Empty containers must be handled as chemical waste, do not reuse
Waste Codes: Reference local hazardous waste listings for brominated and antimony compounds
Precautions: Prevent pellet loss to water or soil, avoid burning in open air
UN Number: Not regulated for transport under UN/GHS system for finished product
Proper Shipping Name: Not classified as hazardous for ground, sea, or air shipment
Transport Hazard Class: None assigned
Packing Group: No restrictions
Environmental Hazards: Pellet spills to be avoided during loading and unloading
Special Precautions: Protect containers from rupture, moisture, heat damage in transit
TSCA Status: All main components listed
REACH Compliance: Components registered or exempted under ECHA guidelines
OSHA Classification: Hazard definitions apply to dust, not to solid granules
Right-to-Know Listings: Antimony trioxide and brominated additives appear on state and federal lists
Other Regulations: RoHS limits for electronic use apply, CPSC, EPA restrictions for disposal and end-use exist
Labelling: Product labels must display hazard warnings for dust and fire decomposition risks
