Product Name: Polypropylene Compound Fire Retardant
Manufacturer: Company Name, Address, Contact Number, Emergency Contact
Product Use: Used in injection molding, automotive components, electronic housings
Chemical Family: Polyolefin blend with halogen-free fire retardant additives
Synonyms: PP FR Compound, Fire-Retardant Polypropylene Blends
Recommended Restrictions: Not for food contact, medical implants, or toys for children under 3 years
Emergency Overview: Granular polymer, typically white or grey, faint polymer odor
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous under GHS, but may release hazardous decomposition products under fire
Skin Contact: Molten material can cause thermal burns, dust may irritate the skin upon prolonged contact
Eye Contact: Dust or pellets may cause mechanical irritation, fumes from processing at high temperatures can irritate the eyes
Inhalation: Breathing dust from processing can irritate the respiratory system, decomposition gases (hydrogen bromide, antimony trioxide, ammonia in case of specific formulations) pose inhalation risks during fire
Environmental Effects: Not classified as hazardous, but product and ingredients can cause adverse effects if released in large amounts
Main Component: Polypropylene polymer (CAS 9003-07-0), 60-80%
Fire Retardant Additives: Ammonium polyphosphate (CAS 68333-79-9), 15-25%; melamine cyanurate (CAS 37640-57-6), 5-10%; optional mineral synergist such as talc (CAS 14807-96-6) or zinc borate (CAS 1332-07-6), 1-3%
Potential Impurities: Processing stabilizers, antistatic agents, pigments (amounts generally less than 1%)
Impurity Communication: No known endocrine disruptors, no persistent organic pollutants included in the formula
Skin Contact: For burns from molten material, immerse in cool water, do not attempt to remove solidified material forcibly, seek medical attention without delay; for dust irritation, wash with soap and water
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes, seek medical attention if irritation persists
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, assist breathing if needed, seek medical attention if coughing or shortness of breath develops
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, seek medical advice if large amount is swallowed
Advice for Medical Personnel: Treat burns as thermal injuries; symptomatic treatment for irritation
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: High pressure water jet can spread burning powder or pellets
Special Hazards: Burning product can produce toxic gases such as carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, ammonia, phosphorous oxides depending on exact mixture; dense black smoke expected
Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing to avoid inhalation of decomposition products
Firefighting Instructions: Isolate fire area, cool nearby containers with water, stay upwind to avoid smoke exposure
Personal Precautions: Avoid generation of dust, ventilate area, wear gloves and goggles; avoid contact with hot or molten material
Environmental Precautions: Prevent material from entering sewers and waterways, sweep up and collect spilled pellets or dust
Methods for Clean Up: Use mechanical collection such as vacuum or broom, place sweepings in appropriate container; do not use water to wash spills into drains
Reference to Other Sections: See sections on Exposure Controls and Personal Protection, Disposal Considerations for further information
Handling: Minimize dust generation, ensure proper grounding to prevent electrostatic discharge, handle pellets or powder with care to avoid spills; avoid inhaling fumes during high temperature processing
Storage: Keep containers tightly closed, store in cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight and sources of ignition; recommended storage temperature below 50°C
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, strong acids, avoid contact with food items
Precautions: Use local exhaust during processing, keep packaging in good condition to avoid moisture absorption
Exposure Limits: No workplace exposure limits set for polymer; follow country-specific guidelines for dust and proprietary additives if present
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation at processing lines, provide eyewash and shower stations in working area
Personal Protective Equipment: Protective gloves, safety glasses, long sleeves; NIOSH-approved dust mask if airborne dust is present; during melt processing, use thermal protective equipment as needed
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands before breaks and at the end of the shift, do not eat, drink, or smoke in work areas
Environmental Controls: Use dust collection and containment, permit controls to limit releases outside factory
Appearance: Granular solid or powder, color varies (typically white, beige, or grey)
Odor: Faint plastic or chemical odor
Odor Threshold: Not determined
pH: Not applicable (insoluble solid)
Melting Point: 130–170°C, depending on grade
Boiling Point: Not applicable
Flash Point: >350°C
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Flammability: Will not burn easily due to fire retardants, but burns in sustained fire
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable
Solubility in Water: Insoluble
Density: 0.95–1.25 g/cm³ depending on formulation
Partition Coefficient: Not applicable
Decomposition Temperature: Above 300°C, may release toxic fumes
Viscosity: Not applicable
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended conditions of use and storage
Reactive Conditions: Decomposes under strong heating or open flame
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Smoke, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, ammonia, phosphorous oxides, hydrogen cyanide in poorly ventilated fire
Polymerization: No hazardous polymerization expected during normal processing
Acute Toxicity: Inhalation of dust can cause mild irritancy, no acute systemic toxicity in standard studies
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Not classified as skin irritant; molten polymer causes thermal burns
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Dust or fumes may cause mechanical or mild irritation
Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: Not expected to sensitize, but processing fumes should be avoided
Chronic Toxicity: No evidence of carcinogenicity, mutagenicity, or reproductive toxicity from major ingredients in finished compounded resin
Specific Target Organ Toxicity: Large airborne dust exposures can overload lung clearance in poorly controlled workplaces
Medical Conditions Aggravated: Pre-existing asthma or respiratory sensitization
Aquatic Toxicity: Not acutely toxic to aquatic organisms in solid form; persistent in natural environment
Bioaccumulation Potential: Not expected to bioaccumulate based on low solubility
Persistence and Degradability: Resists microbial and photolytic degradation, fragmentation over years in soil or water possible
Mobility in Soil: Low mobility due to solid state and insolubility
Other Adverse Effects: Pellet spills in water bodies can harm aquatic life by ingestion and cause plastic pollution
Regulatory Information: Not listed as hazardous under most global or national chemical regulations (REACH, TSCA, DSL, etc.)
Waste Disposal: Collect as solid waste, send to approved landfill or incinerator equipped for industrial polymers; recycling is preferred for uncontaminated material
Incineration: Must be done in compliance with local regulation to prevent release of toxic gases
Disposal Via Drains: Strictly prohibited due to risk of environmental persistence and drain blockage
Special Precautions: Follow site, local, state, and federal regulations for polymer, fire retardant and major additives
Recycling Notes: Virgin and clean scrap material can often be recycled, contaminated or degraded polymer may require disposal as industrial waste
UN Number: Not regulated under UN classes
Proper Shipping Name: Polypropylene compound with flame retardants
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified as hazardous for transport
Packing Group: Not applicable
Labels: No hazard labels required for road, sea, or air
Special Precautions: Prevent package spillage, protect from heat, keep dry during transit
Environmental Hazards: Not a marine pollutant, but large baggage losses in marine transport can contribute to microplastic buildup
Regulatory Status: Polypropylene fire retardant compound not specifically regulated; ingredients comply with TSCA (US), REACH (EU), DSL (Canada), ENCS (Japan) as polymers or miscellaneous substances
Labeling Requirements: No special hazard labeling required in most jurisdictions, unless custom blend includes regulated impurity
Worker Protection: OSHA and EU workplace regulations apply for dust exposure and hot material handling
Community Right-to-Know: Not subject to SARA Title III, CERCLA, or California Proposition 65 unless antimony or restricted halogenated flame retardants are included above reporting thresholds
Inventory Status: All major components listed or exempt from listing on national chemical inventories
Additional Information: Safety interventions focus on controlling dust and managing hot liquid polymer safely; check local rules for special fire retardants if formulation differs from basic halogen-free
