Product Name: Soluble Flame Retardant for Wood
Product Code: SFRW-22
Recommended Use: Fire-retardant treatment of timber, plywood, MDF, and other wood-based products
Manufacturer: FireShield Chemicals Inc.
Address: 924 Timberline Road, Cheyenne, WY 82009
Telephone: 307-555-8796
Emergency Contact: CHEMTREC 800-424-9300
Email: info@fireshieldchem.com
Date of Issue: 2024-02-18
Revision: 7.0
GHS Classification: Skin Irritant (Category 2), Eye Irritant (Category 2A), Acute Toxicity Oral (Category 5), Aquatic Chronic (Category 3)
Signal Word: Caution
Hazard Statements: May cause skin irritation; causes eye irritation; ingestion may cause discomfort; possible negative impact on aquatic life with long-lasting effects
Pictograms: Exclamation mark
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust or mist; wash hands well after use; use eye and face protection; avoid release to the environment
Routes of Exposure: Skin, eyes, inhalation, ingestion
Emergency Overview: Irritant to exposed biological tissue; powder can become airborne during handling, raising inhalation risk in poorly ventilated environments.
Primary Component 1: Monoammonium Phosphate, 60-80%, CAS 7722-76-1
Primary Component 2: Ammonium Sulfate, 15-20%, CAS 7783-20-2
Secondary Component: Urea, 2-8%, CAS 57-13-6
Additive: Wetting Agent (Nonionic Surfactant), 1-2%, CAS proprietary
Impurities: Trace metals (max 0.5%)—not an intentional ingredient; checked for compliance with EN 71-3 and EPA standards.
Other Information: Contains no known carcinogens or hazardous solvents; pH (5% solution in water) ranges from 6.4 to 7.2.
Inhalation: Move immediately to fresh air, loosen tight clothing—prolonged exposure may require medical attention for respiratory distress or cough
Eye Contact: Rinse continuously with plenty of water for 10–15 minutes while lifting eyelids—do not rub eyes, persistent irritation may need professional medical evaluation
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water—seek medical help if redness or irritation continues
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, do not induce vomiting, drink water to dilute if conscious—medical evaluation needed for large quantities or adverse symptoms
Symptoms to Watch: Burning, redness, tearing in the eyes; rash or itchiness on the skin; stomach upset or headache if swallowed
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, fog, dry chemical, CO2—foam also works on wood fires treated with this product
Specific Hazards: Slight release of ammonia and oxides of nitrogen under intense high heat; residual flame-retardant effect prevents rapid flashover but doesn’t eliminate smoke risk
Protective Equipment: Self-contained breathing apparatus, full firefighting turn-out gear for confined or poorly ventilated areas
Firefighting Instructions: Clear area, contain runoff to prevent contamination, avoid direct inhalation of vapors and fumes from decomposing flame retardant
Decomposition Products: Ammonia, phosphorous oxides, sulfur oxides
Personal Protection: Nitrile or latex gloves, safety goggles, N95 mask or respirator in dusty conditions
Spill Cleanup: Avoid raising dust, use damp disposable towels or absorbent granules—sweep gently and transfer spilled substance into labeled waste container
Containment: Dike large spills with inert material to stop from entering drains
Small Discharges: Double-bag and dispose of collected material in designated chemical waste streams—prevent entry into soil or waterways
Decontamination: Wash exposed area with copious water after removal—change any contaminated clothing before reuse
Handling: Open only in well-ventilated space, avoid direct inhalation—do not eat, drink, or smoke during application
Storage: Store in tightly closed original containers, dry location, temperature 4°C–32°C, away from acids and oxidizers; never stack more than two pallets high
Special Precautions: Label all containers; make sure equipment used is compatible and free of contamination—safe stacking prevents accidental bag rupture and product loss
Storage Time: Up to 24 months in unopened packaging if kept dry
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust or general ventilation—mechanical extraction advised for enclosed work
Exposure Limit: Monoammonium phosphate (OSHA/ACGIH TLV): 10 mg/m³ for inhalable particulate
Personal Protective Equipment: Nitrile gloves, chemical goggles, dust/respirator mask, cotton overalls
Hygiene Practices: Wash hands and face after use—avoid touching face, eyes, or exposed skin while working
Environmental Controls: Use drip trays or bunding when handling large volumes; always have spill kit available
Physical State: Fine crystalline powder, slightly hygroscopic, dissolves easily in cold water
Color: White to off-white
Odor: Mild, slightly ammoniacal, barely noticeable
pH: 6.4–7.2 (5% aqueous solution)
Solubility: Readily soluble in water—no observable residue if mixed properly
Melting Point: Decomposes at 190°C (incomplete melt, emits ammonia vapor)
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes before boiling)
Relative Density: 1.15 g/cm³ (bulk)
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at ambient conditions
Flash Point: Not applicable (non-flammable)
Chemical Stability: Stable at room temperature and under normal handling
Reactivity: Reactive with strong acids liberating ammonia gas, avoid contact with highly alkaline substances
Hazardous Decomposition: Under excessive heat, forms ammonia and oxides of phosphorous and sulfur
Polymerization: No known hazardous polymerization risk
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive moisture, strong oxidizers, exposure to strong sunlight over long periods—product may cake or degrade
Acute Oral Toxicity: LD50 (rat, oral) estimated at 3000 mg/kg (low acute toxicity)
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Prolonged or repeated exposure leads to mild dermatitis in sensitive individuals
Eye Damage/Irritation: Direct exposure provokes moderate conjunctivitis
Chronic Effects: No evidence of sensitization, mutagenicity, or reproductive toxicity recorded in standard animal studies
Other Risks: Inhalation of airborne dust may trigger coughing or respiratory discomfort—more evident among workers in poorly ventilated timber treatment plants
Ecotoxicity: Contains phosphorus and nitrogen compounds contributing to water body nutrient load—chronic exposure may promote algal blooms
Persistence/Degradability: Organic components largely bioavailable, phosphate-hydrolysis proceeds over weeks in wet soils
Bioaccumulation: No known evidence for significant accumulation in biota
Mobility: Highly mobile in water; rapid dilution in large rivers but problematic in small, contained streams
Other Environmental Risks: Large releases to water may disrupt aquatic ecosystems—treatment of run-off essential
Disposal Methods: Use authorized solid waste facility—avoid landfill disposal close to water tables or aquifers
Container Handling: Triple rinse and puncture before recycling or discarding, use only certified chemical waste streams
Waste Code: Follow local EPA, municipal, or state codes; typically classified under non-hazardous industrial waste
Other Precautions: Do not flush large quantities to sewer; always check local bans for phosphorus or ammonia-bearing waste
UN Number: Not regulated as a hazardous material under DOT, IATA, or IMDG
Proper Shipping Name: Flame Retardant Compound, Inorganic Blend
Packing Group: None required
Label Requirements: Caution, keep dry; strong oxidizer—do not store near acids
Special Transport Notes: Secure containers well to prevent tipping; avoid long exposure to high humidity
OSHA: General industry safe exposure limits apply to dust—requires label, MSDS, training
EPA: Product subject to Clean Water Act reporting for large accidental releases; product registration not required under FIFRA
TSCA: All raw materials listed
SARA Title III: Does not contain more than one percent of any Extremely Hazardous Substances
Other Applicable Rules: EU REACH registered, RoHS and WEEE compliant for export products
Product Safety Labels: Clear hazard, storage, and PPE guidance printed on every retail and bulk pack
