Product Name: Polypropylene Red Phosphorus Masterbatch
Recommended Use: Flame retardant additive for plastic processing industries
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Classification: Flammable solid, irritant, possible hazardous substance under GHS or similar guidelines.
Hazard Statements: Dust or fumes may cause irritation to eyes, skin, respiratory system. Risk of fire if exposed to ignition sources. Inhalation during processing—possible respiratory tract distress.
Pictograms: Flame, exclamation mark symbols.
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust or fumes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Wear appropriate protective clothing and equipment. Store away from ignition sources and strong oxidants.
Polypropylene: 40-90% — polymer matrix, not classified as hazardous.
Red Phosphorus: 5-50% — hazardous, CAS No. 7723-14-0, flame retardant.
Carrier/Additives: Up to 10% — proprietary stabilizers, lubricant agents (if applicable).
Impurities/Other Components: Minor process residues below reporting thresholds.
Inhalation: Move affected person to fresh air. If coughing or difficulty breathing, seek medical attention.
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash skin with soap and water. Persistent irritation, see medical professional.
Eye Contact: Flush eyes several minutes with running clean water. Remove contact lenses if present, continue rinsing. If discomfort persists, get medical advice.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention for any symptoms.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use dry sand, dry chemical, CO₂. Do not use water on phosphorus fires.
Specific Hazards: Fumes may emit toxic and corrosive gases (phosphine, oxides of phosphorus).
Protective Equipment: Firefighters need full protective gear, self-contained breathing apparatus.
Fire-Fighting Procedures: Isolate area. Avoid breathing vapors. Cool containers at risk with water spray (avoid direct water on burning material).
Personal Precautions: Evacuate unnecessary personnel. Wear suitable respiratory protection, gloves, and eye protection.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent discharge into drains or natural waterways. Avoid soil contamination. Notify authorities if large spillage contaminates environment.
Clean-up Methods: Use non-sparking tools. Sweep up material, avoid generating dust. Place in suitable container for disposal. Ventilate area.
Safe Handling: Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do not eat, drink, or smoke while handling. Use only in well-ventilated location.
Storage Conditions: Keep tightly sealed in dry, cool area. Keep away from heat, open flames, oxidizing agents. Store in original packaging to avoid moisture contamination.
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidants, acids, halogens, combustible sources.
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation to keep dust or vapor below acceptable limits. Minimize airborne particles during processing.
Protection for Workers: Wear chemical resistant gloves (e.g. nitrile), safety goggles or goggles with side shields, protective clothing. In case of inadequate ventilation, use approved respirators.
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after handling. Remove contaminated work clothes and wash before reuse.
Exposure Limits: Red Phosphorus—refer to local occupational safety limits (OSHA, ACGIH, etc.).
Appearance: Red to brownish-red granules or pellets.
Odor: Generally odorless, faint characteristic smell if subjected to high temperatures.
Melting Point/Range: Polypropylene ~160-170°C; red phosphorus sublimates above 260°C.
Flash Point: Polypropylene above 300°C; red phosphorus risk starts at 260°C.
Solubility: Insoluble in water.
Other Data: Stable under recommended storage, can produce hazardous decomposition products if over-heated or in fire.
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperature and pressure.
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, sparks, open flame, incompatible chemicals.
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers (including perchlorates, nitrates, chlorates), halogens.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Toxic phosphorus oxides, carbon oxides, fumes in fire.
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: Strong exothermic reactions with oxidizers, risk of fire/explosion.
Acute Toxicity: Red phosphorus—low oral toxicity, but inhalation or combustion products are harmful.
Irritation: Dust or particles may irritate eyes, skin, or respiratory tract.
Chronic Effects: Prolonged exposure to red phosphorus dust or fumes can harm lungs and cause respiratory issues; polypropylene matrix considered biologically inert.
Sensitization: Direct skin contact unlikely to provoke an allergic response, though repeated exposure might cause dermatitis.
Carcinogenicity/Mutagenicity: No reliable evidence in current literature for carcinogenic risk from ingredients.
Aquatic Toxicity: Red phosphorus and polypropylene present little acute risk in pellet form but can degrade water quality over time and harm aquatic organisms with chronic exposure.
Persistence/Degradability: Polypropylene—slowly degrades under environmental conditions; red phosphorus transforms under sunlight/oxidation.
Bioaccumulation Potential: Low for red phosphorus, negligible for polypropylene.
Mobility in Soil: Solid pellets have low migration potential but ground powders can travel with surface water.
Other Adverse Effects: Large releases may impact ecosystem function due to depletion of oxygen during chemical transformation.
Waste Disposal: Collect and dispose as hazardous waste following local regulations (consult with waste contractor). Do not incinerate without specialized controls.
Contaminated Packaging: Dispose of as hazardous waste. Thoroughly clean if recycling is possible, but most will require safe landfill or specialized treatment.
Special Precautions: Do not flush product or residues into drains or public waterways. Minimize dust creation during handling and disposal.
UN Number: [Insert if regulated under specific UN codes for hazardous material]
Proper Shipping Name: Polypropylene Red Phosphorus Masterbatch or Red Phosphorus-containing plastic compound.
Transport Hazard Class: Possible Class 4.1 (Flammable Solid) or 9 (Miscellaneous), based on country-specific rules.
Packing Group: III or as defined by competent authority.
Marine Pollutant: Not typically classified as such unless red phosphorus content exceeds national thresholds.
Special Precautions: Store away from food items, secure against shifting in transit, isolate from oxidizing agents.
Labeling Requirements: Mark with hazard pictograms, signal words, and warnings as described in local chemical law (OSHA HCS, EU CLP, etc).
Safety, Health, and Environmental Regulations: Components listed in TSCA, REACH, or relevant regional chemical inventories. Red phosphorus may be subject to additional controls due to hazard classification.
Other Information: Observe national, regional, or local workplace safety, fire, and environmental rules pertaining to hazardous substances, including storage quantity thresholds, reporting, and monitoring.
