Insulfoam LLC
Material Data Safety Sheet
I. PRODUCT INFORMATION
Effective date 6/20/07
Hazard Rating
Product :
Insulfoam Molded EPS Products, R-TECH
0 = Minimal
3 = Serious
Health
0
Synonyms : Molded Expanded Polystyrene (MEPS)
1 = Slight
4 = Severe
Fire
2
Product Grades : Type I, VIII, II, IX, XIV and XV (modified)
2 = Moderate
Reactivity
0
Chemical Family : Polystyrene Thermoplastic
CAS Registry No. : 9003536
CAS Name : Benzene, Ethenyl, Homopolymer
Formula :
(C8 H8) n
TSCA Inventory Status : Listed
Contact:
Insulfoam LLC
1019 Pacific Avenue, Suite 1501
Tacoma, Washington 98402-4483
(253) 572-5111 FAX (253) 383-7100
II. INGREDIENTS
Hazardous Components:
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1-3%
Non-Hazardous Components:
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III. PHYSICAL DATA
Form : Rigid, cellular foam blocks,
Specific Gravity (Water = 1) : <1
boards and shapes
Volatile by Volume : <1.8% (Pentane & Water)
Color : White
Vapor Pressure : N/A
Odor : Very slight pentane
Vapor Density (Air = 1) : N/A
Boiling Point : N/A
Evaporation Rate : None
Melting Point : N/A (Softening begins @ 160º F)
Solubility in Water :
Insoluble
Density : 0.6 pcf to 3.0 pcf
IV. FIRE & EXPLOSION DATA
Flash Pt. and Method Used : 610º F min. (ASTM D1929)
Special Fire-Fighting Instructions : Use approved self-contained breathing apparatus respirator
and personal protective clothing (turn out gear).
Extinguishing Media : Water fog, carbon dioxide, dry chemical, foam
Autoignition Temperature : 850º F min.
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards :
If exposed to fire, high heat will develop and may produce dense, black
smoke. Dust generated by fabrication (.ie. sanding, sawing, etc.) will
increase fire hazard and should be handled accordingly.
V. REACTIVITY DATA
Stability (Conditions to Avoid) : Stable