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THERMAL FOAM HAZARD THERMAL FOAM Syracuse water carbon FIRE protective HAZARD COMPONENTS CAS

THERMAL
FOAMS, INC.
EPS
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
I - PRODUCT INFORMATION
PRODUCT:      THERMAL FOAM EPS
HAZARD
RATING:
2=Moderate
HEALTH
0
0=Minimal
3=Serious
FIRE
2
SYNONYMS: Expanded Polystyrene (EPS)
1=Slight
4=Severe
REACTIVIT
Y
0
PRODUCT GRADES: Type XI, I, VIII, II and IX
Thermal Foams, Inc.            Thermal Foams/ Syracuse, Inc.
2101 Kenmore Avenue          6173 South Bay Road
Buffalo, New York 14207       PO Box 1981
(716) 874-6474                     Cicero, New York 13039
800-333-6267                       (315) 699-8734
CHEMICAL FAMILY: Polystyrene Thermoplastic
CAS REGISTRY NO.: 9003536
CAS NAME: Ethenylbenzene Homopolymer
FORMULA: (C8H8)n
TSCA INVENTORY STATUS: Listed
II - INGREDIENTS
HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS:
CAS REGISTRY NO:
APPROX. WEIGHT PERCENTAGE:
   Pentane
   109660
   1% Max.
   Halogen Flame Retardants
   N/A
   .9% Max.
NON-HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS:
CAS REGISTRY NO:
APPROX. WEIGHT PERCENTAGE:
   Polystyrene
   9003536
   98% Min.
III - PHYSICAL DATA
FORM: Rigid cellular foam blocks, boards and shapes
VAPOR PRESSURE: N/A
COLOR: White
VOLATILES BY VOLUME: <4% (pentane and water)
ODOR: Very slight hydrocarbon order
VAPOR DENSITY (AIR=1): N/A
BOILING POINT: N/A
EVAPORATION RATE: None
MELTING POINT: Softens at 175°F. to 220°F.
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Insoluble
SPECIFIC GRAVITY (Water=1): Density 0.6 pcf to 2.0 pcf
IV - FIRE & EXPLOSION DATA
FLASH PT., AND METHOD USED: 610°F. Min. (ASTM D
1929)
AUTO IGNITION TEMPERATURE: 850°F. Min.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS: Use approved
self-contained breathing apparatus respirator and personal
protective clothing (turn out gear).
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: May
produce dense black smoke.  Smoke consists of carbon
(soot) carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide and water.  Dust
generated by fabrication i.e., sanding, sawing, etc. will
increase fire hazard and should be handled accordingly.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Water fog, carbon dioxide, dry
chemical, foam.
V - REACTIVITY DATA
STABILITY (CONDITIONS TO AVOID): Stable.  Avoid fire
and high temperatures.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION: Carbon monoxide,
carbon dioxide, carbon, water, hydrogen halide.
INCOMPATIBILITY (MATERIALS TO AVOID): Will
dissolve in most organic solvents, and some insecticides,
aldehydes and amines.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: None
VI - HEALTH HAZARDS & FIRST AID
PRINCIPAL HEALTH HAZARDS & SIGNS & SYMPTOMS
OF EXPOSURE:
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS: Use positive ventilation. 
Mechanical fabrication, sanding, etc. requires the us of
safety glasses or goggles and dust mask.
EYE CONTACT: Dust or particles may cause mechanical 
eye irritation and/or injury.
FIRST AID
EYES: Rinse with clean water.  Remove foreign particles
with clean, lint free cloth.  Obtain medical attention if pain,
blinking, tears or redness persist.
INHALATION: Dust from mechanical fabrication may cause
upper respiratory irritation.  Fumes from hot wire cutting can
also cause upper respiratory irritation.
INHALATION: If overcome by exposure, remove to fresh
air.  Provide oxygen and artificial respiration.  Get medical
attention.
SKIN CONTACT: None.  May produce slight skin irritation
in 
a few individuals.
SKIN: Not expected to present skin hazard.  Wash 
exposed areas with mild soap and water.  Consult
physician if irritation persists. 
INGESTION: Biologically inert.  May act as an obstruction
if swallowed.
INGESTION: Not expected to present significant ingestion
hazard.  Consult physician if swallowed.
CARCINOGENICITY: None
VII - EMPLOYEE PROTECTION
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
GENERAL CONTROL MEASURES: Use positive
ventilation.  Wear safety glasses/goggles and dust mask 
if mechanical fabrication is to take place.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Use approved dust mask
when sawing or sanding.
SKIN PROTECTION: None required.  Wear gloves and/or
sleeves, if sensitivity noted.
EYE PROTECTION: Use approved safety glasses/goggles
when sawing or sanding.
VIII - SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
SPILL, LEAK, OR RELEASE PROCEDURES: Normal
good housekeeping should be observed.  Material can be
swept or picked up and placed into a suitable container for
disposal.
REPORTABLE QUANTITY: None
DISPOSAL METHOD: Recycle, incinerate (WTE) or landfill
per local and state regulations.
IX - SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
STORAGE AND HANDLING: Expanded Polystyrene,
although it contains a fire retardant additive, is considered
to
be combustible and adequate protection from sources of
ignition should be taken.
TRANSPORTATION REQUIREMENTS: Not a D.O.T.
“Hazardous Material”.
The information contained herein is provided as a general reference.  Thermal Foams, Inc. & Thermal Foams / Syracuse Inc.
believes the data set forth herein is accurate and is given in good faith.  Thermal Foams, Inc. & Thermal Foams / Syracuse,
Inc. makes no guarantee or warranty and does not assume any liability with respect to the accuracy of completion of such
information.