Material Safety Data Sheet
Product Name: FIBERNET Fibers Fibrillated and Monofilament Polypropylene fibers.
Composition: Polypropylene, CAS # 9003-07-0, 100%
Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview: This product has been evaluated and does not require any hazard warning on the label under OSHA criteria.
Potential Health Effects
Eye Contact: No significant health hazards identified. Particles or fibers may cause slight discomfort similar to getting dust in the eye.
Skin Contact: No significant health hazards identified. Particles or fibers may cause slight discomfort similar to getting dust in the eye.
Inhalation: No significant irritation expected other than possible mechanical irritation.
Ingestion: No significant health hazards identified.
HMIS Code: (Health:0), (Flammability:0) (Reactivity:0)
NFPA Code: (Health:0), (Flammability:0) (Reactivity:0)
First Aid Measures
Eye: Flush with water. Get medical attention if irritation persists.
Skin: Wash exposed skin with soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation persists.
Inhalation: If adverse effects occur, remove to uncontaminated area.
Ingestion: If a large amount is swallowed, get medical attention.
Fire Fighting Measures
Flashpoint: 430 F,(221 C), ASTM D92
UEL: Not determined.
LEL: Not determined.
Autoignition Temperature: Not determined.
Flammability Classification: None
Extinguishing Media: Agents approved for Class A hazards. Example: halogenated agents, foam, steam, or water fog.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: None identified.
Fire-Fighting Equipment: Firefighters should wear full bunker gear, including a positive pressure self contained breathing apparatus.
Hazardous Combustion Products: Incomplete burning can produce carbon monoxide and/or carbon dioxide and other harmful products.
Accidental Release Measures: Contain and remove by mechanical means.
Handling and Storage
Handling: No special requirements.
Storage: No special requirements.
Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Eye: None required. Use of eye protection is good industrial practice.
Skin: None required. Use of protective gloves / clothing is good industrial practice.
Inhalation: None required. Use of adequate ventilation is good industrial practice.
Engineering Controls: Control airborne concentrations below the exposure guidelines.
Exposure Guidelines
| Component | CAS # | Exposure Limits |
|---|---|---|
| Polypropylene | 9003-07-00 | OSHA Total Dust: 15mg/cu meter |
| OSHA Respirable Dust: 5mg / cu meter | ||
| ACGIH, Inhalable Particulate: 10mg / cu meter | ||
| ACGIH, Respirable Particulate: 3mg / cu meter |
Chemical and Physical Properties
Appearance and Odor: Colorless and odorless.
pH: Not determined
Vapor Pressure: Not determined
Boiling Point: Not determined.
Melting Point: 320 F, (160 C)
Solubility in Water: Negligible, Below 0.1%
Specific Gravity: (Water = 1.0) .91
Stability and Reactivity
Stability: Stable
Conditions to Avoid: None identified.
Materials to Avoid: None identified.
Hazardous Decompositon: Incomplete burning can produce carbon monoxide and/or carbon dioxide and other harmful products.
Toxocological Information
Acute Toxicity Data: Testing not conducted: (Eye Irritation, Skin Irritation, Dermal LD50, Inhalation LC50) See Other Toxicity Data.
Other Toxicity Data: Specific toxicity tests have not been conducted on this product. Our hazard evaluation is based on information from similar products, the ingredients, technical literature, and/or professional experience.
Ecological Information: Ecological testing has not been conducted on this product.
Disposal Information: Enclosed-controlled incineration is recommended unless directed otherwise by applicable ordinances.
Transportation Information
U.S. DOT Not regulated.
Sea (IMO/IMDG) - Not regulated.
Air (ICAO/IATA) - Not determined.
European Road/Rail Not determined.
Canadian Transportation of Dangerous Goods Not determined.
