SAFETY DATA SHEET according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 EN Version: 2 1.1 Product identifier Product Name Chemical Name Synonyms Endumax Tape, Endumax Shield Polyethylene Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE) Tape/Film 1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against Recommended Use Uses advised against Reinforcement material In the event that the product is to be used in special areas of application, e.g. food industry or the medical/surgical sector, please consult us beforehand. 1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet TEIJIN ARAMID BV Velperweg 76 P.O. Box 5153 6802 ED Arnhem The Netherlands Telephone: +3188 268 88 88 Fax: +3188 268 9181 Email: SDSinfo@teijinaramid.com 1.4 Emergency telephone number TEIJIN ARAMID BV, Emmen NL: +31 591 69 20 00 2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture Classification (1272/2008/EC) Not classified. Classification according to EU Directives 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC Not classified. 2.2 Label elements. 2.3 Other hazards None known. Page 1 / 10
3.1 Substances Chemical Name EC-No CAS-No Weight % Polyethylene - 9002-88-4 Classification (67/548/EEC) > 95 - Classification (1272/2008/EC) REACH Registration Number - no data available 4.1 Description of first aid measures General advice Eye contact Skin contact Ingestion Inhalation Protection of first-aiders No hazards which require special first aid measures. Not an expected route of exposure. No special first aid measures necessary. Not an expected route of exposure. Not an expected route of exposure. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Use personal protective equipment. 4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed Main symptoms No acute and delayed symptoms and effects are observed. 4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed Notes to physician Treat symptomatically. 5.1 Extinguishing media Suitable extinguishing media Extinguishing media which must not be used for safety reasons Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment. None known. 5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture Special hazard Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions: Carbon oxides. 5.3 Advice for firefighters Special protective equipment for fire-fighters Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective suit. Page 2 / 10
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures No special precautions. 6.2 Environmental precautions Should not be released into the environment. 6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up Sweep up and shovel into suitable containers for disposal. 6.4 Reference to other sections See sections 8 and 13. 7.1 Precautions for safe handling Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Safety issue: Hard to cut and very strong material, be careful not to get caught by the material. 7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities All cardboard containers, bales and bags must be stored in compliance with the relevant regulations and in accordance with good handling and storage practice. Keep at temperatures below 80 C. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition, Strong acids, Strong oxidising agents. 7.3 Specific end use(s) Exposure Scenario Other information Not required. Not required. Page 3 / 10
8.1 Control parameters Exposure limits Contains no substances with occupational exposure limit values. Derived No Effect Level (DNEL) Predicted No Effect Concentration (PNEC) 8.2 Exposure controls Appropriate engineering controls Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment Eye protection Hand protection Skin and body protection Respiratory protection Hygiene measures Environmental Exposure Controls Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas. No special protective equipment required. Protective gloves. No special protective equipment required. No special protective equipment required. Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. The product should not be allowed to enter drains, water courses or the soil. Page 4 / 10
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties Physical state @20 C Appearance Colour Odour solid Tape-like white / transparent odourless ph Melting/freezing point 142 C Boiling point/boiling range Flash point > 200 C Evaporation rate Flammability (solid, gas) No information available Flammability Limits in Air Vapour pressure Vapour density Not relevant Relative density No information available Solubility Water solubility Insoluble Partition coefficient (n-octanol/water) Autoignition Temperature 380 C Decomposition temperature No information available Viscosity, dynamic No information available Explosive properties Not explosive Oxidising Properties No information available 9.2 Other information Bulk density 970 kg/m³ Page 5 / 10
10.1 Reactivity Hazardous polymerisation does not occur. 10.2 Chemical stability Stable under normal conditions. 10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions. 10.4 Conditions to avoid Heat, flames and sparks. Temperatures above 80 C. To avoid thermal decomposition, do not overheat. 10.5 Incompatible materials Strong acids, Strong oxidising agents. 10.6 Hazardous decomposition products Carbon monoxide (CO), Carbon dioxide (CO 2), Organic materials. Page 6 / 10
11.1 Information on toxicological effects Acute toxicity Ingestion Skin contact Inhalation No known effect. No known effect. No known effect. Chemical Name LD50 Oral Polyethylene > 2000 mg/kg ( Rat ) LD50 Dermal LC50 Inhalation Skin corrosion/irritation Serious eye damage/irritation Respiratory or skin sensitisation Germ cell mutagenicity Carcinogenicity Reproductive toxicity STOT-single exposure STOT-repeated exposure Aspiration hazard Non-irritating. Non-irritating. No known effect Not known to cause heritable genetic damage. Contains no ingredient listed as a carcinogen. Not known to cause birth defects or have a deleterious effect on a developing fetus. Not known to adversely affect reproductive functions and organs. No known effect. No known effect No known effect. Page 7 / 10
12.1 Toxicity Contains no substances known to be hazardous for the environment. 12.2 Persistence and degradability No information available. 12.3 Bioaccumulative potential No information available. 12.4 Mobility in soil No information available. 12.5 Results of PBT and vpvb assessment No information available. 12.6 Other adverse effects No information available. 13.1 Waste treatment methods Waste from residues / unused products Contaminated packaging Dispose of in accordance with local regulations. Empty containers should be taken to an approved waste handling site for recycling or disposal. Page 8 / 10
According to: ADR, RID, ADN, IMDG, ICAO. 14.1 UN number Not regulated. 14.2 UN proper shipping name Not regulated. 14.3 Transport hazard class(es) Not regulated. 14.4 Packing group Not regulated. 14.5 Environmental hazards. 14.6 Special precautions for user. 14.7 Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code. 15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture Restrictions on use Other regulations None. None 15.2 Chemical safety assessment Not required. Page 9 / 10
Full text of R-phrases referred to under sections 2 and 3 Full text of H-Statements referred to under sections 2 and 3 Abbreviations/acronyms STOT: Specific Target Organ Toxicity vpvb: very Persistent and very Bioaccumulating PBT: Persistent, Bioaccumulating, Toxic Revision Note First Aid Measures, Personal protective equipment, Physical and chemical properties. Training Advice Version 2 This safety data sheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 Disclaimer The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a warranty or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process, unless specified in the text. Page 10 / 10