Product Name: Steel Structure Fire Retardant
Manufacturer: Parker Industrial Coatings
Address: 2224 Riverside Drive, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, USA
Emergency Phone: +1-800-555-1122
Product Code: SSFR-4102
Recommended Use: Fireproof coating for industrial steel beams, structural fabrication, and exposed metal frameworks in commercial buildings, airports, stadiums, and high-rise construction.
Restrictions: Not suitable for interior residential surfaces, food preparation areas, or direct application over rusted substrates.
GHS Classification: Skin Irritant (Category 2), Serious Eye Damage (Category 1), Respiratory Sensitizer (Category 1), Flammable Liquid (Category 3)
Signal Word: Danger
Hazard Statements: Causes skin and eye irritation. May cause allergic reactions or asthma symptoms if inhaled. Flammable—vapors may ignite if exposed to sparks or open flames.
Pictograms: Flame, Exclamation Mark, Health Hazard
Precautionary Statements: Wear suitable gloves, protective clothing, eye protection, and use with adequate ventilation; avoid breathing vapors or spraying mist; in case of accident or feeling unwell, seek medical advice promptly.
Acrylate Polymer Resin: 35-45%, CAS 25852-37-3
Ammonium Polyphosphate (Flame Retardant): 18-26%, CAS 68333-79-9
Titanium Dioxide (Pigment): 9-13%, CAS 13463-67-7
Aluminum Trihydroxide (Fire Retardant Filler): 4-10%, CAS 21645-51-2
Water: 12-18%, CAS 7732-18-5
Mixed Glycol Ethers (Solvent): 2-6%, CAS 111-76-2
Minor Components: Wetting agents, dispersants, preservatives & anti-settling agents (<1%)
Substance Impurities: None intentionally added above regulatory thresholds.
Eye Contact: Rinse carefully with water for at least 15 minutes, holding eyelids open; remove contact lenses if present and easy to do; seek medical attention for persistent irritation, redness, pain, or blurred vision.
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing immediately; wash with plenty of soap and water for 10 minutes; apply moisturizer to irritated skin; if rash or swelling develops, consult a physician right away.
Inhalation: Move to fresh air promptly; give oxygen if breathing is difficult; monitor for coughing, shortness of breath, or dizziness; call a doctor if symptoms persist. For severe respiratory symptoms, emergency medical attention may be required.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth thoroughly with clean water; do not induce vomiting unless directed by medical personnel; drink small amount of water if conscious and alert. Seek medical advice rapidly if burning, nausea, vomiting or abdominal pain occur.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide (CO2); cool containers with water spray to disperse heat.
Unsuitable Media: Direct water jet may spread burning liquid.
Hazards from Combustion: Emits toxic vapors including carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, ammonia, and traces of phosphorus oxides on burning or decomposition.
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Pressure-demand, self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA); chemical protective clothing recommended; avoid breathing smoke or vapor.
Special Procedures: Keep runoff from entering storm drains or unprotected aquatic environments.
Personal Precautions: Evacuate area for large spills; wear impervious gloves, goggles, and non-sparking footwear; avoid inhalation of vapors or contact with skin and eyes.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into sewers, surface waters, or soil; construct barriers with sand or soil if necessary.
Clean-up Methods: Ventilate area; stop leak if it can be done safely; absorb with sand, clay, or commercial absorbent pads; collect in sealed containers for disposal; decontaminate area with water and detergent after cleanup.
Handling: Use only with adequate exhaust/ventilation; keep away from sources of ignition—no smoking; avoid splashing, atomizing, or creating mists; do not breathe spray or vapor; wash hands before eating or drinking.
Storage: Store in tightly closed containers in cool, dry, well-ventilated locations, away from sunlight and incompatible chemicals such as oxidizing agents, acids, or bases; maintain temperatures between 5°C and 35°C; keep away from food, beverages, or animal feed; segregate from flammable gases or reactive substances.
Incompatibility: Avoid contact with strong oxidizers, acids, and alkali; do not store in unlabeled or loosely sealed drums.
Occupational Exposure Limits: Titanium Dioxide—10 mg/m³ (TWA), Ammonium Polyphosphate—no established OSHA limit, Glycol Ether—20 ppm TWA.
Engineering Controls: Install local exhaust ventilation at points of emission; use explosion-proof electrical equipment when handling large volumes.
Personal Protection: Safety goggles, long-sleeved chemical-resistant coveralls, nitrile gloves, and chemical boots; NIOSH-approved half-mask respirator for spray application or handling in enclosed environments.
Hygiene Measures: Wash thoroughly after handling; launder contaminated clothing separately before reuse; avoid eating, drinking, or smoking during work.
Appearance: White to off-white viscous liquid
Odor: Slight ammonia or glycol odor
pH: 7.5 - 9.2
Boiling Point: 103°C
Melting Point: Not applicable (liquid product)
Flash Point: Approximately 65°C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: Slower than water
Density: 1.40 - 1.55 kg/L
Solubility in Water: Miscible
VOC Content: <80 g/L
Viscosity: 7,000 - 15,000 mPa·s (at 25°C)
Explosive Properties: Not explosive, but forms combustible vapors above flash point
Oxidizing Properties: None
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions
Hazardous Reactions: May react with strong acids, alkalis, or oxidizers producing heat and gases
Decomposition: High temperatures or fire release ammonia, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, phosphorus oxides
Polymerization: No dangerous polymerization foreseen
Conditions to Avoid: Direct sunlight, excessive heat, freezing, sparks or open flames
Acute Toxicity (Inhalation): Vapors may cause respiratory tract irritation, coughing, and difficulty breathing; glycol ether component may cause drowsiness or dizziness
Acute Toxicity (Dermal): Skin irritation manifested in redness, dry or cracking skin, possibly a rash with frequent or prolonged contact
Eye Effects: Severe irritation, watering, red eyes; risk of corneal injury if splashed directly
Chronic Effects: Prolonged exposure may trigger contact dermatitis or asthma-like symptoms in sensitive individuals
Carcinogenicity: Titanium dioxide classified by IARC as Group 2B ("possibly carcinogenic to humans") via inhalation in powder form—present here only in bound liquid form, lowering direct risk
Mutagenicity and Teratogenicity: No evidence found in main components
Other Effects: No known reproductive hazards documented under normal use conditions
Aquatic Toxicity: Contains phosphorus salts, which can contribute to nutrient loading in surface waters; large releases may harm aquatic life or disrupt aquatic ecosystems
Persistence and Degradability: Major components degrade slowly; ammonium polyphosphate shows high persistence in soil or sediments
Bioaccumulative Potential: Not expected for main ingredients
Mobility in Soil: Moderate mobility for water-soluble elements; titanium dioxide and pigment fillers largely immobile in typical soils
Other Ecological Effects: Avoid unnecessary releases; never wash large spills into sewers or waterways
Waste Handling: Treat as hazardous chemical waste according to local, state, and federal regulations; collect excess product, contaminated absorbents, and cleaning materials in lined, labeled drums
Disposal Methods: Send to authorized chemical disposal or incineration site; do not attempt disposal by open burning or unregulated dumping
Container Handling: Empty containers may contain hazardous residues—triple rinse and send to approved drum reconditioner or recycler; never re-use packaging for food or drink
Regulatory Codes: Check EPA RCRA, local and state hazardous waste listings for specific waste codes applying to this product.
UN Number: UN 1263
UN Proper Shipping Name: Paint (containing flammable liquid)
Transport Hazard Class: 3 (Flammable liquids)
Packing Group: III
Labeling Requirements: Flammable Liquid symbol where required
Marine Pollutant: No
Special Transport Notes: Protect from physical damage, keep separate from food, animal feed, and oxidizing agents in transit; always secure loads to prevent containers from tipping or leaking
OSHA: Classified hazardous under 29 CFR 1910.
TSCA Inventory: All components listed or exempt
SARA Title III: Contains glycol ethers (Section 313); other ingredients reportable under sections 311/312
California Prop 65: Contains titanium dioxide warning for airborne unbound particles
WHMIS Classification (Canada): Class B2 (Flammable Liquid), D2B (Toxic Material with other effects)
EU Directives: Complies with REACH Annex II, CLP regulations
Other Regulations: Check local reporting or registration requirements for discharge, storage, or transportation; SDS available on request to professional users and regulatory authorities.
