SAFETY
DATA SHEET
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This SDS complies with 29 CFR 1910.1200
(Hazard Communication) and the GHS
1. Product and Supplier Identification / Product Hazard Summary
Product:
ORCA FOAM
Product No:
40275048, 40275051, 40275052, 40275053, 402750531, 402750541, 402750551,
40275056, 40275059, 40275060, 40275063, 40275064, 402750661, 40275067, 40275068,
40275069
Trade Name:
HYBRID POLYURETHANE FOAM
Supplier:
Fiberlay Inc.
24 S. Idaho St.
Seattle, WA 98134
(206) 782-0660
HEALTH:
*CAUTION!
*May be harmful if swallowed or inhaled
*May be irritating to the skin eyes and respiratory
tract
*May cause allergic skin reaction
*Heated material may cause thermal burns
FLAMMABILITY:
*Warning! Flammable
Liquid & Vapor
REACTIVITY:
*Caution! Unstable at
high temperatures
SPECIFIC HAZARD:
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2. Composition
Polymerized cross-linked aromatic polyester foam (CAS No. 65997-17-3)
3. Hazards Identification
Eyes: Solid or dust may cause irritation or corneal injury due to mechanical action.
Skin Contact: Essentially non-irritating to skin. Mechanical injury only.
Skin Absorption: Skin absorption is unlikely due to physical properties.
Inhalation: Dust may cause irritation to upper respiratory tract.
Ingestion: Ingestion is unlikely due to physical state. Physical injury only. May cause choking if swallowed.
Systematic (Other Targeted Organs) Effects: Repeated excessive exposures to dusts may cause
respiratory irritation and possibly other respiratory effects. In laboratory animals, repeated inhalation
exposure to concentrations of 8000 ppm produced no adverse effects; higher concentrations produced only
minor biochemical changes such as an increase in cholesterol.
Teratology (Birth Defects): Birth defects are unlikely
Exposures having no effect on the mother should have no effect on the fetus. Did not cause vitro defects in
animals; other effects were seen in the fetus only as doses which caused toxic effects to the mother. No
relevant information found on other components.
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4. First Aid Measures
Eye contact: If dust or particles become lodged in eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water. If symptoms
persist, consult a physician.
Skin contact: Wash off in flowing water or shower.
Ingestion: No adverse effects anticipated by this route of exposure.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air if effects occur. Consult physician.
5. Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point:
Method Used:
NA
NA
Flammable Limits: LFL: NA UFL: NA
Extinguishing Media: If stored or in-place polyester foam should ignite, extinguish fire immediately by
drenching with water spray for a fire hose. For small fires, use water spray, foam, carbon dioxide, or dry
chemical extinguishers.
Fire and Explosion Hazard: Rigid polyester foams with fire and smoke suppressants: SE
Under normal circumstances this product will not support the fire and will self-extinguish when the fire source
is removed. But in the presence of sufficient heat and oxygen it will burn. The probability of dust explosions
from polyester dust is very low, however, do not smoke or use naked lights, open flames, space heaters or
other ignition sources near rigid foam fabricating operations near sheets. Install foam only after all welding,
cutting or other hot work has been completed. If hot work trade must be done after foam has been installed,
the hot work trade must be warned. Remove foam from immediate work area to a sufficient distance that
heat transmitted from the torch or through the metal mill not ignites the foam. Remove all combustible
material from vicinity of and immediately below work area. Post a fire watcher equipped with a fire
extinguisher during and for 30 minutes after hot operations. Stop work immediately if foam begins to smoke
and remove more foam from work area. When hot-wire cutting rigid polyester foam, keep a fire extinguisher
nearby. Work should be carried out in well-ventilated are—do not breathe fumes.
Fire-Fighting Equipment: Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus and protective turnout
clothing. Protect all indoor bun and sheet storage areas with fusible sprinklers. Maintain a minimum
clearance of six feet between tops of foam and sprinkler heads.
6. Accidental Release Measures
No special measures required
7. Handling and Storage
Special precautions to be taken in handling and storage. Potential risks associated with rigid polyester foams
arise from dust, fire and toxic thermal decomposition products and may result from improper storage,
inadequate ventilation, improper disposal and/or misapplication.
Dust: The probability of dust explosions from polyester dust is very low. Finely divided dust can cause
health risks and can irritate the eyes, nose and throat, as can any other nuisance dust. Conduct rigid foam
fabrication operations (sawing, routing, fly cutting, etc.) in areas reserved exclusively for such operations. Do
not allow dust to accumulate. Use cyclone dust collectors on all fabricating power tools. Keep work areas
clean. Remove settled dust by vacuuming, not blowing.
Fire: Polyester foam used as a wall or ceiling insulation must not be left exposed, but must be covered as
soon as practicable with fire-resistive thermal barrier of ½” gypsum wallboard or the equivalent. If covering is
not immediately possible or practicable, post sign that fire risk exists because of the exposed foam. Do not
install form in any flue-like configuration. Do not allow combustible trash or scrap foam to accumulate on the
job site. Dispose of scrap foam according to good industrial practice and in accordance with environmental
protection regulations. Provide protection for BOTH surfaces of foam used as ceiling insulation. Foam plastic
must not remain exposed in attics or crawl spaces.
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8. Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
Ventilation: Provide general and/or local exhaust ventilation to control airborne level below the exposure
guidelines.
Respiratory Protection: Atmospheric levels should be maintained below the exposure guideline. When
respiratory protection is required for certain operations, use an approved air-purifying respirator. In dust
atmosphere, use an approved dust respirator.
Skin Protection: No precautions other than clean body-covering clothing should be needed.
Eye Protection: Use safety glasses. If there is a potential for exposure to particles, which could cause
mechanical injury to the eye, wear chemical goggles.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Boiling Point:
Vapor Pressure:
Vapor Density:
Specific Gravity:
Appearance:
Solubility in water:
NA
NA
NA
Variable depending on the application
Rigid cellular plastic
NA
10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability and reactivity: This product is stable
Conditions to avoid: None known
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Hazardous decomposition products: Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, and possible traces of hydrogen
cyanide, halogen acids and nitrogen oxides evolve under fire conditions
11. Toxicological Information
Toxicological data: Not Available
Acute Effects:
Eyes: Dust may cause irritation to eyes.
Skin: Abrasive contact may cause minor irritation to skin.
Inhalation: Dust and vapor may cause respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic Effects:
Sensitization: No sensitizing effects known.
Mutagenic effects: Not available
Teratogenic effects: Not available
Reproduction effects: Not available
Carcinogenic effects: Not listed by IARP, NTP, OSHA, EU, ACGIH
Additional information: When used and handled according to specifications, the product is not expected to
cause any adverse effects.
12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity data: No data available
Persistence and biodegradability: No data available
Mobility: Foam particles will float on the water.
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13. Disposal Considerations
Waste disposal: Incinerate or bury in an approved landfill according to local, state and federal regulations.
14. Transport Information
Regulatory status
(UN; IMDG/IATA; DOT/TDG): Not regulated for transport
15. Regulatory Information
Regulatory status:
This core material is defined as manufactured article and, therefore, is exempt from HCS or CPR
regulations.
TSCA (USA) & DSL (CAN): All substances are listed
U.S. State regulations: Not applicable
WHMIS classification: None
California Prop. 65: No substance listed
16. Other Information
California Proposition 65 involving warnings of the presence of certain listed chemicals is now in
effect.
ORCA Composites believes the law requires us to inform you that detectable amounts of any of the
listed chemicals might be present in ORCA products. Based on a review of the list, ORCA products,
like all synthetic and naturally occurring chemical substances, may conceivably contain trace
contaminants of some of the listed substances. While not necessarily added to our products as
ingredients, some of the listed chemicals may be present in the raw materials as received from
suppliers over which we have no control.
In order to comply with the California Law, even though some of the listed substances may not
represent a significant risk as defined by the regulations, we feel obligated to make the following
statement:
“Warning: This product may contain trace amounts of some chemicals considered by the State of
California to be carcinogens or reproductive Toxicants.”
Preparation Date: 2/9/2016
Prepared by: Orca Composites
Comments: This Material Safety Data Sheet was prepared using information provided by Orca Composites
Revisions: None
We believe the above information is correct as of the date of this SDS. However, as this information and the
conditions under which the product are used are beyond the control of ORCA Composites, it is the user's
obligation to determine the conditions for the safe use of the product. No warranty, expressed or implied, is
hereby made.
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