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SAFETY DATA SHEET
HiMax Carbon Fiber Fabrics
1. Identification
Product identifier
Product name HiMax Carbon Fiber Fabrics
Product number 21158US-1
Synonyms; trade names Multiaxial reinforcements, or non-crimp fabrics (NCF)
Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use
Application Textile surface for industrial applications
Uses advised against Use only for intended applications.
Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Supplier Hexcel Reinforcements UK Limited
Cutters Close
Narborough, Leicester, United Kingdom, LE19 2FZ
Tel: ++44 (0) 1162 752200
Contact Person 11711 Dublin Blvd, Dublin, California, USA. ++925 551 4900, SDSUSOffice@hexcel.com
Emergency telephone number
Emergency telephone To be used only for advice on chemical emergencies, spillages, fires or First Aid:
For emergencies in US/Canada: CHEMTREC 800 424 9300
For emergencies in rest of the world: CARECHEM24 +44 (0) 1235 239 670
2. Hazard(s) identification
Classification of the substance or mixture
OSHA Regulatory Status This Product is Not Hazardous under the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard.
Physical hazards Combustible Dust – USH01
Health hazards Not Classified
Environmental hazards Not Classified
Physicochemical Physical: Carbon fiber contained in some products is electrically conductive.
Label elements
Signal word Warning
Hazard statements USH01 May form combustible dust concentrations in air.
Other hazards
Warning! This may cause mild, temporary mechanical eye and skin irritation.
Hazards not otherwise
classified (HNOC)
Fine dust clouds may form explosive mixtures with air.
3. Composition/information on ingredients
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Mixtures
Composition comments Graphite (carbon) synthetic fibers, filament diameter > 4um: Carbon fibre can be with or
without a size.
4. First-aid measures
Description of first aid measures
Inhalation With any sign of respiratory distress, affected persons should be taken into fresh air, and
made to rest while medical attention is sought.
Ingestion If fiber from the product is ingested, immediately rinse mouth repeatedly with water. If
swallowing has occurred, do not induce vomiting. If requested, give affected person sips of
water. Seek medical attention.
Skin Contact In case of contact with the product or the cured product dust or particulates, immediately wash
skin with mild soap and water. Use a washcloth to help remove fibers. To avoid further
irritation, do not scratch irritated areas. Rubbing or scratching may force the fibers into the
skin. Get medical attention immediately if the irritation persists.
Eye contact Contamination by fiber should be removed by flushing with water for at least 15 minutes.
Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
General information Filaments are mechanical irritants and may induce temporary mouth, nose and throat
irritation. Skin or eye contact may cause itching and temporary irritation. Ingestion may cause
temporary mechanical irritation of the digestive tract. Pre-existing conditions such as
respiratory or skin disorders may be aggravated by exposure to the product or dust/particulate
generated from machining/grinding of the cured product.
Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Notes for the doctor No specific recommendations. If in doubt, get medical attention promptly.
5. Fire-fighting measures
Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing mediaExtinguish with foam, carbon dioxide, dry powder or water fog.
Unsuitable extinguishing
media
Do not use water jet as an extinguisher, as this will spread the fire.
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Specific hazards Carbon fibers contained in some products are electrically conductive and if released during
combustion may present a hazard to unprotected electrical apparatus. Processing may create
a combustible dust and could result in fire and/or explosion should the necessary dust
concentration in air and ignition source be present.
Hazardous combustion
products
Above 650 C, if incomplete combustion occurs and depending on air supply and temperature,
there may be release of carbon monoxide and dioxide and products of low molecular weight.
Advice for firefighters
Special protective equipment
for firefighters
Wear positive-pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and appropriate protective
clothing.
6. Accidental release measures
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Personal precautions Due to the physical nature of the product, there is no requirement for special protective
clothing in the event of an accidental release.
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Environmental precautions
Environmental precautionsDue to the physical nature of this product, environmental release to drains and water courses
is not possible.
Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up Clean up material and put into a suitable container and dispose of properly (See Section 13).
Reference to other sectionsFor personal protection, see Section 8. For waste disposal, see Section 13.
7. Handling and storage
Precautions for safe handling
Usage precautions Avoid direct contact with product.
Avoid inhalation of filaments or dust/particulates generated during processing operations.
Where possible, provide dust extraction and collection from handling zones. Carbon fibres are
electrically conductive and if released during combustion may present a hazard to unprotected
electrical apparatus. Processing may create a combustible dust and could result in fire and/or
explosion should the necessary dust concentration in air and ignition source be present. Wash
skin thoroughly after handling. Use appropriate skin cream to prevent drying of skin. Do not
eat, drink or smoke when using the product. Contaminated work clothing should not be
allowed out of the workplace.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage precautions Store in tightly-closed, original container. Keep container dry.
Specific end uses(s)
Specific end use(s) As this product is an article, this section is not applicable.
8. Exposure Controls/personal protection
Control parameters
Occupational exposure limits
No exposure limits known for ingredient(s).
Exposure controls
Protective equipment
Appropriate engineering
controls
Provide adequate ventilation.
Eye/face protection Eyewear complying with an approved standard should be worn if a risk assessment indicates
eye contact is possible.
Hand protection It is recommended that protective gloves are worn when handling the product.
Other skin and body
protection
Recommendation: Avoid skin contact by wearing gloves.
Ensure forearms are protected by use of gloves with long gauntlet, disposable sleeves or long
sleeve overalls.
Irritation often appears at pressure points such as wrists, waist, neck and between fingers.
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Hygiene measures Wash hands at the end of each work shift and before eating, smoking and using the toilet.
Respiratory protection For comfort, an approved dust mask can be worn where fibre or particulates are present.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance Multiaxial textile surface
Color Black.
Odor odorless
Odor threshold It is not relevant as there is no toxic effect.
pH Not relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Melting point 6512 F / 3600 C C
Initial boiling point and rangeNot relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Flash point Not relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Evaporation rate Not relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Evaporation factor Not relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Vapor pressure Not relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Vapor density Not relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Relative density Not relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Solubility(ies) Not relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Auto-ignition temperatureNot relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Decomposition Temperature>1292F / >700C
Viscosity Not relevant due to the physical form of this product.
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Other information No information required.
10. Stability and reactivity
Reactivity There are no known reactivity hazards associated with this product.
Stability Stable at normal ambient temperatures and when used as recommended.
Possibility of hazardous
reactions
Will not occur under normal conditions of use.
Conditions to avoid Avoid heat, flames and other sources of ignition.
Materials to avoid No specific material or group of materials is likely to react with the product to produce a
hazardous situation.
Hazardous decomposition
products
Does not decompose when used and stored as recommended. In an emergency situation
leading to elevated temperature, there may be release of toxic gases and vapors. The
products of combustion and decompostion will depend on other materials present in the fire
and the actual conditions of the fire.
11. Toxicological information
Information on toxicological effects
Toxicological effects There is no toxicological data for the final product.
Other health effects The components present in this material at concentrations equal to or greater that 0.1% are
not listed or regulated by IARC, NTP, OSHA or ACGIH as a carcinogen.
12. Ecological Information
Toxicity
Toxicity The product is not believed to present a hazard due to its physical nature.
Persistence and degradability
Persistence and degradabilityNot relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Bioaccumulative potential
Bio-Accumulative PotentialNot relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Mobility in soil
Mobility Not relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
Results of PBT and vPvB
assessment
As this product is an article, this section is not applicable.
Other adverse effects
Other adverse effects None known.
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13. Disposal considerations
Waste treatment methods
General information Materials for disposal should be placed in appropriate sealed containers to avoid potential
human and environmental exposure. It is the responsibility of the generator to comply with all
federal, state, provincial and local laws and regulations. We recommend that you contact an
appropriate waste disposal contractor and environmental agency for relevant laws and
regulations. Under the U.S., Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), it is the
responsibility of the user of the product to determine at the time of disposal, whether the
product meets relevant waste classification and to assure proper disposal.
Disposal methods Dispose of waste to licensed waste disposal site in accordance with the requirements of the
local Waste Disposal Authority. For products containing carbon fiber, it is possible to recycle
the carbon component.
14. Transport information
General Not regulated.
UN Number
This product is not dangerous to transport.
UN proper shipping name
This product is not dangerous to transport.
Transport hazard class(es)
This product is not dangerous to transport.
Packing group
This product is not dangerous to transport.
Environmental hazards
Environmentally Hazardous Substance
No.
Special precautions for user
15. Regulatory information
International Regulations
US Federal Regulations
SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances Tier II Threshold Planning Quantities
Not listed.
CERCLA/Superfund, Hazardous Substances/Reportable Quantities (EPA)
Not listed.
SARA Extremely Hazardous Substances EPCRA Reportable Quantities
Not listed.
SARA 313 Emission Reporting
Not listed
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RCRA RCRA Information: Currently, the product is not listed in the federal hazardous waste
regulation 40 CFR, Part 261.33, paragraphs (E) or (F), ie. chemical products that are
considered hazardous if they become waste. State or local hazardous waste regulations may
also apply if they are different from the federal regulation. It is the responsibility of the user of
the product to determine at the time of disposal, whether the product meets relevant waste
classification and to assure proper disposal.
SARA (311/312) Hazard Categories
Not listed
US State Regulations
California Proposition 65 Carcinogens and Reproductive Toxins
This product contains no listed substances known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm, at levels which would require a warning under the statute.
Inventories
US – TSCA
This product is an article as defined by TSCA and is not required to be listed in the TSCA inventory.
US – TSCA 12(b) Export Notification
No.
16. Other information
Abbreviations and acronyms
used in the safety data sheet
ACGIH American Conference of Industrial Hygienists
ATE Acute Toxicity Estimate
CAS# Chemical Abstracts Service Number
CERCLA Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act
DOT Department of Transportation
EmS Emergency Response Procedures for Ships Carrying Dangerous Goods
EPA Environmental Protection Agency
GHS Global Harmonized System
HMIS Hazardous Materials Identification System
IATA International Air Transport Association
ICAO International Civil Aviation Organization
IMDG International Maritime Dangerous Goods
Kow Octanol-water partition coefficient
LC50 Lethal concentration to 50% of a test population
LD50 Lethal dose to 50% of a test population
n.o.s. Not otherwise specified
OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration
PNEC Predicted No Effect Concentration
PPE Personal Protection Equipment
RCRA Resource Conservation and Recovery Act
SADT Self-accelerating decomposition temperature
SARA Superfund Admendments and Reauthorization Act
STOT Specific Target Organ Toxicity
(STOT) RE Repeated Exposure
(STOT) SE Single Exposure
TSCA Toxic Substance Control Act
UN United Nations
VOC Volatile Organic Compound
WHMIS Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
General information When present in the product, airborne carbon fibers or dust may create electrical short-circuits
which could result in damage to or malfunctioning of electrical equipment.
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Issued by U.S.A. Product Stewardship department
Revision date 2/24/2017
Revision 0
Hazard statements in fullUSH01 May form combustible dust concentrations in air.
Wherever such words or phrases as “hazardous,” “toxic,” “carcinogen,” etc. appear herein, they are used as a defined or
described under state employee right-to-know laws, Federal OSHA laws or the direct sources for these lawssuch as the
International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), the National Toxicology Program (NTP), etc. The use of such words or
phrases should not be taken to mean that we deem or imply any substance or exposure to be toxic, hazardous or otherwise
harmful. Any exposure can only be understood within the entire context of its occurrence, which includes such factors as the
substance’s characteristics as defined in the SDS, amount and duration of exposures, other chemicals present and
preexistingindividual differences in response to the exposure. The data provided in this SDS is based on the information
received from our raw material suppliers and other sources believed to be reliable. We are supplying you this data solely in
compliance with the Federal OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200 and the Federal and State laws as
described in Section 15: Regulatory Information. The information contained in this SDS is proprietary and confidential to
HexcelCorporation. This SDS and the information in it are not to be used for purposes other than compliance with the
Federal OSHA Hazard Communication Standard. If you have received this SDS from any other source than Hexcel
Corporation or its authorized agent, the information contained in it may have been modified from the original document and it
may not be the most current revision. Liability, if any, for use of this product is limited to the terms contained in our sale terms
and conditions. We do not in any way warrant (expressed or implied, including any implied warranty for merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose) the data contained or the product described in this SDS. Additionally, we do not warrant that
the product will not infringe any patent or other proprietary or property rights of others.
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SAFETY DATA SHEET
HiMax Carbon Fiber Fabrics
1. Identification
Product identifier
Product name HiMax Carbon Fiber Fabrics
Product number 21158US-1
Synonyms; trade names Multiaxial reinforcements, or non-crimp fabrics (NCF)
Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use
Application Textile surface for industrial applications
Uses advised against Use only for intended applications.
Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Supplier Hexcel Reinforcements UK Limited
Cutters Close
Narborough, Leicester, United Kingdom, LE19 2FZ
Tel: ++44 (0) 1162 752200
Contact Person 11711 Dublin Blvd, Dublin, California, USA. ++925 551 4900, SDSUSOffice@hexcel.com
Emergency telephone number
Emergency telephone To be used only for advice on chemical emergencies, spillages, fires or First Aid:
For emergencies in US/Canada: CHEMTREC 800 424 9300
For emergencies in rest of the world: CARECHEM24 +44 (0) 1235 239 670
2. Hazard(s) identification
Classification of the substance or mixture
OSHA Regulatory Status This Product is Not Hazardous under the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard.
Physical hazards Combustible Dust – USH01
Health hazards Not Classified
Environmental hazards Not Classified
Physicochemical Physical: Carbon fiber contained in some products is electrically conductive.
Label elements
Signal word Warning
Hazard statements USH01 May form combustible dust concentrations in air.
Other hazards
Warning! This may cause mild, temporary mechanical eye and skin irritation.
Hazards not otherwise
classified (HNOC)
Fine dust clouds may form explosive mixtures with air.
3. Composition/information on ingredients
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Mixtures
Composition comments Graphite (carbon) synthetic fibers, filament diameter > 4um: Carbon fibre can be with or
without a size.
4. First-aid measures
Description of first aid measures
Inhalation With any sign of respiratory distress, affected persons should be taken into fresh air, and
made to rest while medical attention is sought.
Ingestion If fiber from the product is ingested, immediately rinse mouth repeatedly with water. If
swallowing has occurred, do not induce vomiting. If requested, give affected person sips of
water. Seek medical attention.
Skin Contact In case of contact with the product or the cured product dust or particulates, immediately wash
skin with mild soap and water. Use a washcloth to help remove fibers. To avoid further
irritation, do not scratch irritated areas. Rubbing or scratching may force the fibers into the
skin. Get medical attention immediately if the irritation persists.
Eye contact Contamination by fiber should be removed by flushing with water for at least 15 minutes.
Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
General information Filaments are mechanical irritants and may induce temporary mouth, nose and throat
irritation. Skin or eye contact may cause itching and temporary irritation. Ingestion may cause
temporary mechanical irritation of the digestive tract. Pre-existing conditions such as
respiratory or skin disorders may be aggravated by exposure to the product or dust/particulate
generated from machining/grinding of the cured product.
Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Notes for the doctor No specific recommendations. If in doubt, get medical attention promptly.
5. Fire-fighting measures
Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing mediaExtinguish with foam, carbon dioxide, dry powder or water fog.
Unsuitable extinguishing
media
Do not use water jet as an extinguisher, as this will spread the fire.
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Specific hazards Carbon fibers contained in some products are electrically conductive and if released during
combustion may present a hazard to unprotected electrical apparatus. Processing may create
a combustible dust and could result in fire and/or explosion should the necessary dust
concentration in air and ignition source be present.
Hazardous combustion
products
Above 650 C, if incomplete combustion occurs and depending on air supply and temperature,
there may be release of carbon monoxide and dioxide and products of low molecular weight.
Advice for firefighters
Special protective equipment
for firefighters
Wear positive-pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and appropriate protective
clothing.
6. Accidental release measures
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Personal precautions Due to the physical nature of the product, there is no requirement for special protective
clothing in the event of an accidental release.
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Environmental precautions
Environmental precautionsDue to the physical nature of this product, environmental release to drains and water courses
is not possible.
Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up Clean up material and put into a suitable container and dispose of properly (See Section 13).
Reference to other sectionsFor personal protection, see Section 8. For waste disposal, see Section 13.
7. Handling and storage
Precautions for safe handling
Usage precautions Avoid direct contact with product.
Avoid inhalation of filaments or dust/particulates generated during processing operations.
Where possible, provide dust extraction and collection from handling zones. Carbon fibres are
electrically conductive and if released during combustion may present a hazard to unprotected
electrical apparatus. Processing may create a combustible dust and could result in fire and/or
explosion should the necessary dust concentration in air and ignition source be present. Wash
skin thoroughly after handling. Use appropriate skin cream to prevent drying of skin. Do not
eat, drink or smoke when using the product. Contaminated work clothing should not be
allowed out of the workplace.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage precautions Store in tightly-closed, original container. Keep container dry.
Specific end uses(s)
Specific end use(s) As this product is an article, this section is not applicable.
8. Exposure Controls/personal protection
Control parameters
Occupational exposure limits
No exposure limits known for ingredient(s).
Exposure controls
Protective equipment
Appropriate engineering
controls
Provide adequate ventilation.
Eye/face protection Eyewear complying with an approved standard should be worn if a risk assessment indicates
eye contact is possible.
Hand protection It is recommended that protective gloves are worn when handling the product.
Other skin and body
protection
Recommendation: Avoid skin contact by wearing gloves.
Ensure forearms are protected by use of gloves with long gauntlet, disposable sleeves or long
sleeve overalls.
Irritation often appears at pressure points such as wrists, waist, neck and between fingers.
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Hygiene measures Wash hands at the end of each work shift and before eating, smoking and using the toilet.
Respiratory protection For comfort, an approved dust mask can be worn where fibre or particulates are present.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance Multiaxial textile surface
Color Black.
Odor odorless
Odor threshold It is not relevant as there is no toxic effect.
pH Not relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Melting point 6512 F / 3600 C C
Initial boiling point and rangeNot relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Flash point Not relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Evaporation rate Not relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Evaporation factor Not relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Vapor pressure Not relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Vapor density Not relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Relative density Not relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Solubility(ies) Not relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Auto-ignition temperatureNot relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Decomposition Temperature>1292F / >700C
Viscosity Not relevant due to the physical form of this product.
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Other information No information required.
10. Stability and reactivity
Reactivity There are no known reactivity hazards associated with this product.
Stability Stable at normal ambient temperatures and when used as recommended.
Possibility of hazardous
reactions
Will not occur under normal conditions of use.
Conditions to avoid Avoid heat, flames and other sources of ignition.
Materials to avoid No specific material or group of materials is likely to react with the product to produce a
hazardous situation.
Hazardous decomposition
products
Does not decompose when used and stored as recommended. In an emergency situation
leading to elevated temperature, there may be release of toxic gases and vapors. The
products of combustion and decompostion will depend on other materials present in the fire
and the actual conditions of the fire.
11. Toxicological information
Information on toxicological effects
Toxicological effects There is no toxicological data for the final product.
Other health effects The components present in this material at concentrations equal to or greater that 0.1% are
not listed or regulated by IARC, NTP, OSHA or ACGIH as a carcinogen.
12. Ecological Information
Toxicity
Toxicity The product is not believed to present a hazard due to its physical nature.
Persistence and degradability
Persistence and degradabilityNot relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Bioaccumulative potential
Bio-Accumulative PotentialNot relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Mobility in soil
Mobility Not relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
Results of PBT and vPvB
assessment
As this product is an article, this section is not applicable.
Other adverse effects
Other adverse effects None known.
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13. Disposal considerations
Waste treatment methods
General information Materials for disposal should be placed in appropriate sealed containers to avoid potential
human and environmental exposure. It is the responsibility of the generator to comply with all
federal, state, provincial and local laws and regulations. We recommend that you contact an
appropriate waste disposal contractor and environmental agency for relevant laws and
regulations. Under the U.S., Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), it is the
responsibility of the user of the product to determine at the time of disposal, whether the
product meets relevant waste classification and to assure proper disposal.
Disposal methods Dispose of waste to licensed waste disposal site in accordance with the requirements of the
local Waste Disposal Authority. For products containing carbon fiber, it is possible to recycle
the carbon component.
14. Transport information
General Not regulated.
UN Number
This product is not dangerous to transport.
UN proper shipping name
This product is not dangerous to transport.
Transport hazard class(es)
This product is not dangerous to transport.
Packing group
This product is not dangerous to transport.
Environmental hazards
Environmentally Hazardous Substance
No.
Special precautions for user
15. Regulatory information
International Regulations
US Federal Regulations
SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances Tier II Threshold Planning Quantities
Not listed.
CERCLA/Superfund, Hazardous Substances/Reportable Quantities (EPA)
Not listed.
SARA Extremely Hazardous Substances EPCRA Reportable Quantities
Not listed.
SARA 313 Emission Reporting
Not listed
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RCRA RCRA Information: Currently, the product is not listed in the federal hazardous waste
regulation 40 CFR, Part 261.33, paragraphs (E) or (F), ie. chemical products that are
considered hazardous if they become waste. State or local hazardous waste regulations may
also apply if they are different from the federal regulation. It is the responsibility of the user of
the product to determine at the time of disposal, whether the product meets relevant waste
classification and to assure proper disposal.
SARA (311/312) Hazard Categories
Not listed
US State Regulations
California Proposition 65 Carcinogens and Reproductive Toxins
This product contains no listed substances known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm, at levels which would require a warning under the statute.
Inventories
US – TSCA
This product is an article as defined by TSCA and is not required to be listed in the TSCA inventory.
US – TSCA 12(b) Export Notification
No.
16. Other information
Abbreviations and acronyms
used in the safety data sheet
ACGIH American Conference of Industrial Hygienists
ATE Acute Toxicity Estimate
CAS# Chemical Abstracts Service Number
CERCLA Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act
DOT Department of Transportation
EmS Emergency Response Procedures for Ships Carrying Dangerous Goods
EPA Environmental Protection Agency
GHS Global Harmonized System
HMIS Hazardous Materials Identification System
IATA International Air Transport Association
ICAO International Civil Aviation Organization
IMDG International Maritime Dangerous Goods
Kow Octanol-water partition coefficient
LC50 Lethal concentration to 50% of a test population
LD50 Lethal dose to 50% of a test population
n.o.s. Not otherwise specified
OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration
PNEC Predicted No Effect Concentration
PPE Personal Protection Equipment
RCRA Resource Conservation and Recovery Act
SADT Self-accelerating decomposition temperature
SARA Superfund Admendments and Reauthorization Act
STOT Specific Target Organ Toxicity
(STOT) RE Repeated Exposure
(STOT) SE Single Exposure
TSCA Toxic Substance Control Act
UN United Nations
VOC Volatile Organic Compound
WHMIS Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
General information When present in the product, airborne carbon fibers or dust may create electrical short-circuits
which could result in damage to or malfunctioning of electrical equipment.
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Issued by U.S.A. Product Stewardship department
Revision date 2/24/2017
Revision 0
Hazard statements in fullUSH01 May form combustible dust concentrations in air.
Wherever such words or phrases as “hazardous,” “toxic,” “carcinogen,” etc. appear herein, they are used as a defined or
described under state employee right-to-know laws, Federal OSHA laws or the direct sources for these lawssuch as the
International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), the National Toxicology Program (NTP), etc. The use of such words or
phrases should not be taken to mean that we deem or imply any substance or exposure to be toxic, hazardous or otherwise
harmful. Any exposure can only be understood within the entire context of its occurrence, which includes such factors as the
substance’s characteristics as defined in the SDS, amount and duration of exposures, other chemicals present and
preexistingindividual differences in response to the exposure. The data provided in this SDS is based on the information
received from our raw material suppliers and other sources believed to be reliable. We are supplying you this data solely in
compliance with the Federal OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200 and the Federal and State laws as
described in Section 15: Regulatory Information. The information contained in this SDS is proprietary and confidential to
HexcelCorporation. This SDS and the information in it are not to be used for purposes other than compliance with the
Federal OSHA Hazard Communication Standard. If you have received this SDS from any other source than Hexcel
Corporation or its authorized agent, the information contained in it may have been modified from the original document and it
may not be the most current revision. Liability, if any, for use of this product is limited to the terms contained in our sale terms
and conditions. We do not in any way warrant (expressed or implied, including any implied warranty for merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose) the data contained or the product described in this SDS. Additionally, we do not warrant that
the product will not infringe any patent or other proprietary or property rights of others.
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SAFETY DATA SHEET
HiMax Carbon Fiber Fabrics
1. Identification
Product identifier
Product name HiMax Carbon Fiber Fabrics
Product number 21158US-1
Synonyms; trade names Multiaxial reinforcements, or non-crimp fabrics (NCF)
Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use
Application Textile surface for industrial applications
Uses advised against Use only for intended applications.
Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Supplier Hexcel Reinforcements UK Limited
Cutters Close
Narborough, Leicester, United Kingdom, LE19 2FZ
Tel: ++44 (0) 1162 752200
Contact Person 11711 Dublin Blvd, Dublin, California, USA. ++925 551 4900, SDSUSOffice@hexcel.com
Emergency telephone number
Emergency telephone To be used only for advice on chemical emergencies, spillages, fires or First Aid:
For emergencies in US/Canada: CHEMTREC 800 424 9300
For emergencies in rest of the world: CARECHEM24 +44 (0) 1235 239 670
2. Hazard(s) identification
Classification of the substance or mixture
OSHA Regulatory Status This Product is Not Hazardous under the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard.
Physical hazards Combustible Dust – USH01
Health hazards Not Classified
Environmental hazards Not Classified
Physicochemical Physical: Carbon fiber contained in some products is electrically conductive.
Label elements
Signal word Warning
Hazard statements USH01 May form combustible dust concentrations in air.
Other hazards
Warning! This may cause mild, temporary mechanical eye and skin irritation.
Hazards not otherwise
classified (HNOC)
Fine dust clouds may form explosive mixtures with air.
3. Composition/information on ingredients
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Mixtures
Composition comments Graphite (carbon) synthetic fibers, filament diameter > 4um: Carbon fibre can be with or
without a size.
4. First-aid measures
Description of first aid measures
Inhalation With any sign of respiratory distress, affected persons should be taken into fresh air, and
made to rest while medical attention is sought.
Ingestion If fiber from the product is ingested, immediately rinse mouth repeatedly with water. If
swallowing has occurred, do not induce vomiting. If requested, give affected person sips of
water. Seek medical attention.
Skin Contact In case of contact with the product or the cured product dust or particulates, immediately wash
skin with mild soap and water. Use a washcloth to help remove fibers. To avoid further
irritation, do not scratch irritated areas. Rubbing or scratching may force the fibers into the
skin. Get medical attention immediately if the irritation persists.
Eye contact Contamination by fiber should be removed by flushing with water for at least 15 minutes.
Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
General information Filaments are mechanical irritants and may induce temporary mouth, nose and throat
irritation. Skin or eye contact may cause itching and temporary irritation. Ingestion may cause
temporary mechanical irritation of the digestive tract. Pre-existing conditions such as
respiratory or skin disorders may be aggravated by exposure to the product or dust/particulate
generated from machining/grinding of the cured product.
Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Notes for the doctor No specific recommendations. If in doubt, get medical attention promptly.
5. Fire-fighting measures
Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing mediaExtinguish with foam, carbon dioxide, dry powder or water fog.
Unsuitable extinguishing
media
Do not use water jet as an extinguisher, as this will spread the fire.
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Specific hazards Carbon fibers contained in some products are electrically conductive and if released during
combustion may present a hazard to unprotected electrical apparatus. Processing may create
a combustible dust and could result in fire and/or explosion should the necessary dust
concentration in air and ignition source be present.
Hazardous combustion
products
Above 650 C, if incomplete combustion occurs and depending on air supply and temperature,
there may be release of carbon monoxide and dioxide and products of low molecular weight.
Advice for firefighters
Special protective equipment
for firefighters
Wear positive-pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and appropriate protective
clothing.
6. Accidental release measures
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Personal precautions Due to the physical nature of the product, there is no requirement for special protective
clothing in the event of an accidental release.
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Environmental precautions
Environmental precautionsDue to the physical nature of this product, environmental release to drains and water courses
is not possible.
Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up Clean up material and put into a suitable container and dispose of properly (See Section 13).
Reference to other sectionsFor personal protection, see Section 8. For waste disposal, see Section 13.
7. Handling and storage
Precautions for safe handling
Usage precautions Avoid direct contact with product.
Avoid inhalation of filaments or dust/particulates generated during processing operations.
Where possible, provide dust extraction and collection from handling zones. Carbon fibres are
electrically conductive and if released during combustion may present a hazard to unprotected
electrical apparatus. Processing may create a combustible dust and could result in fire and/or
explosion should the necessary dust concentration in air and ignition source be present. Wash
skin thoroughly after handling. Use appropriate skin cream to prevent drying of skin. Do not
eat, drink or smoke when using the product. Contaminated work clothing should not be
allowed out of the workplace.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage precautions Store in tightly-closed, original container. Keep container dry.
Specific end uses(s)
Specific end use(s) As this product is an article, this section is not applicable.
8. Exposure Controls/personal protection
Control parameters
Occupational exposure limits
No exposure limits known for ingredient(s).
Exposure controls
Protective equipment
Appropriate engineering
controls
Provide adequate ventilation.
Eye/face protection Eyewear complying with an approved standard should be worn if a risk assessment indicates
eye contact is possible.
Hand protection It is recommended that protective gloves are worn when handling the product.
Other skin and body
protection
Recommendation: Avoid skin contact by wearing gloves.
Ensure forearms are protected by use of gloves with long gauntlet, disposable sleeves or long
sleeve overalls.
Irritation often appears at pressure points such as wrists, waist, neck and between fingers.
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Hygiene measures Wash hands at the end of each work shift and before eating, smoking and using the toilet.
Respiratory protection For comfort, an approved dust mask can be worn where fibre or particulates are present.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance Multiaxial textile surface
Color Black.
Odor odorless
Odor threshold It is not relevant as there is no toxic effect.
pH Not relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Melting point 6512 F / 3600 C C
Initial boiling point and rangeNot relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Flash point Not relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Evaporation rate Not relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Evaporation factor Not relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Vapor pressure Not relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Vapor density Not relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Relative density Not relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Solubility(ies) Not relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Auto-ignition temperatureNot relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Decomposition Temperature>1292F / >700C
Viscosity Not relevant due to the physical form of this product.
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Other information No information required.
10. Stability and reactivity
Reactivity There are no known reactivity hazards associated with this product.
Stability Stable at normal ambient temperatures and when used as recommended.
Possibility of hazardous
reactions
Will not occur under normal conditions of use.
Conditions to avoid Avoid heat, flames and other sources of ignition.
Materials to avoid No specific material or group of materials is likely to react with the product to produce a
hazardous situation.
Hazardous decomposition
products
Does not decompose when used and stored as recommended. In an emergency situation
leading to elevated temperature, there may be release of toxic gases and vapors. The
products of combustion and decompostion will depend on other materials present in the fire
and the actual conditions of the fire.
11. Toxicological information
Information on toxicological effects
Toxicological effects There is no toxicological data for the final product.
Other health effects The components present in this material at concentrations equal to or greater that 0.1% are
not listed or regulated by IARC, NTP, OSHA or ACGIH as a carcinogen.
12. Ecological Information
Toxicity
Toxicity The product is not believed to present a hazard due to its physical nature.
Persistence and degradability
Persistence and degradabilityNot relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Bioaccumulative potential
Bio-Accumulative PotentialNot relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Mobility in soil
Mobility Not relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
Results of PBT and vPvB
assessment
As this product is an article, this section is not applicable.
Other adverse effects
Other adverse effects None known.
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13. Disposal considerations
Waste treatment methods
General information Materials for disposal should be placed in appropriate sealed containers to avoid potential
human and environmental exposure. It is the responsibility of the generator to comply with all
federal, state, provincial and local laws and regulations. We recommend that you contact an
appropriate waste disposal contractor and environmental agency for relevant laws and
regulations. Under the U.S., Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), it is the
responsibility of the user of the product to determine at the time of disposal, whether the
product meets relevant waste classification and to assure proper disposal.
Disposal methods Dispose of waste to licensed waste disposal site in accordance with the requirements of the
local Waste Disposal Authority. For products containing carbon fiber, it is possible to recycle
the carbon component.
14. Transport information
General Not regulated.
UN Number
This product is not dangerous to transport.
UN proper shipping name
This product is not dangerous to transport.
Transport hazard class(es)
This product is not dangerous to transport.
Packing group
This product is not dangerous to transport.
Environmental hazards
Environmentally Hazardous Substance
No.
Special precautions for user
15. Regulatory information
International Regulations
US Federal Regulations
SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances Tier II Threshold Planning Quantities
Not listed.
CERCLA/Superfund, Hazardous Substances/Reportable Quantities (EPA)
Not listed.
SARA Extremely Hazardous Substances EPCRA Reportable Quantities
Not listed.
SARA 313 Emission Reporting
Not listed
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RCRA RCRA Information: Currently, the product is not listed in the federal hazardous waste
regulation 40 CFR, Part 261.33, paragraphs (E) or (F), ie. chemical products that are
considered hazardous if they become waste. State or local hazardous waste regulations may
also apply if they are different from the federal regulation. It is the responsibility of the user of
the product to determine at the time of disposal, whether the product meets relevant waste
classification and to assure proper disposal.
SARA (311/312) Hazard Categories
Not listed
US State Regulations
California Proposition 65 Carcinogens and Reproductive Toxins
This product contains no listed substances known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm, at levels which would require a warning under the statute.
Inventories
US – TSCA
This product is an article as defined by TSCA and is not required to be listed in the TSCA inventory.
US – TSCA 12(b) Export Notification
No.
16. Other information
Abbreviations and acronyms
used in the safety data sheet
ACGIH American Conference of Industrial Hygienists
ATE Acute Toxicity Estimate
CAS# Chemical Abstracts Service Number
CERCLA Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act
DOT Department of Transportation
EmS Emergency Response Procedures for Ships Carrying Dangerous Goods
EPA Environmental Protection Agency
GHS Global Harmonized System
HMIS Hazardous Materials Identification System
IATA International Air Transport Association
ICAO International Civil Aviation Organization
IMDG International Maritime Dangerous Goods
Kow Octanol-water partition coefficient
LC50 Lethal concentration to 50% of a test population
LD50 Lethal dose to 50% of a test population
n.o.s. Not otherwise specified
OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration
PNEC Predicted No Effect Concentration
PPE Personal Protection Equipment
RCRA Resource Conservation and Recovery Act
SADT Self-accelerating decomposition temperature
SARA Superfund Admendments and Reauthorization Act
STOT Specific Target Organ Toxicity
(STOT) RE Repeated Exposure
(STOT) SE Single Exposure
TSCA Toxic Substance Control Act
UN United Nations
VOC Volatile Organic Compound
WHMIS Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
General information When present in the product, airborne carbon fibers or dust may create electrical short-circuits
which could result in damage to or malfunctioning of electrical equipment.
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Issued by U.S.A. Product Stewardship department
Revision date 2/24/2017
Revision 0
Hazard statements in fullUSH01 May form combustible dust concentrations in air.
Wherever such words or phrases as “hazardous,” “toxic,” “carcinogen,” etc. appear herein, they are used as a defined or
described under state employee right-to-know laws, Federal OSHA laws or the direct sources for these lawssuch as the
International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), the National Toxicology Program (NTP), etc. The use of such words or
phrases should not be taken to mean that we deem or imply any substance or exposure to be toxic, hazardous or otherwise
harmful. Any exposure can only be understood within the entire context of its occurrence, which includes such factors as the
substance’s characteristics as defined in the SDS, amount and duration of exposures, other chemicals present and
preexistingindividual differences in response to the exposure. The data provided in this SDS is based on the information
received from our raw material suppliers and other sources believed to be reliable. We are supplying you this data solely in
compliance with the Federal OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200 and the Federal and State laws as
described in Section 15: Regulatory Information. The information contained in this SDS is proprietary and confidential to
HexcelCorporation. This SDS and the information in it are not to be used for purposes other than compliance with the
Federal OSHA Hazard Communication Standard. If you have received this SDS from any other source than Hexcel
Corporation or its authorized agent, the information contained in it may have been modified from the original document and it
may not be the most current revision. Liability, if any, for use of this product is limited to the terms contained in our sale terms
and conditions. We do not in any way warrant (expressed or implied, including any implied warranty for merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose) the data contained or the product described in this SDS. Additionally, we do not warrant that
the product will not infringe any patent or other proprietary or property rights of others.
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Generic product name
Product name :
Date:
.
0. INTRODUCTION
1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Identification of the substance
Generic product name
Product name :
Purpose of use
Identication of the manufacturer
:
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification
Main hazards / harmful effects
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Product name :
Date:
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3. COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION ON COMPONENTS
Hazardous components or hazardous complex substances
Other substances that are not considered to be dangerous to health and environment.
CAS number Name of the ingredient
Percent by
Wt.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Contact with eyes:
Inhalation :
Skin contact :
Ingestion :
5. FIRE – FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing media :
Dangerous combustible products and related risks:
Special protective equipment for fire fighters:
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Physical and Chemical data on flammability and explosiveness:
Specific risks relating to fire fighting measures:
Personal precautions
Environmental precautions
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7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling
Technical measures:
Handling precautions:
Advise for use and incompatibility with other materials:
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Individual protection:
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Hand protection:
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Materials to avoid:
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11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Exposure risks:
Ingestion:
Inhalation:
Skin contact:
Contact with eyes:
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15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Information on EU labelling
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Raw Material:
Fabric Width:
Braid Angle:
Braid Yield:
Areal Weight:
Layer Thickness:
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SAFETY DATA SHEET
Carbon Fiber “TORAYCA” Sizing Type “5”
1. IDENTIFICATION
COMPANY: Toray Carbon Fibers America, Inc.
SECTION: Technical Center
ADDRESS: 2030 Highway 20; Decatur, AL 35602 USA
TEL No. : (256) 260-2626; contact: Director of Technical Center
FAX No. : (256) 260-1063
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION (Environmental, Safety and Health)
2.1 CLASS NAME OF HAZARDOUS CHEMICALS FOR SDS
Non-hazardous material
2.2 PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL HAZARDS
Explosive: N/A
2.3 ADVERSE HUMAN HEALTH EFFECTS
Acute Toxic Substance: No case of disease, which is caused by Carbon Fiber, has been
reported. Short fiber, for example particles or fly, can cause transient skin irritation.
2.4 ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
2.4.1 Carbon Fiber is electrically conductive, and it can cause the short-circuiting of
electrical equipment.
2.4.2 Airborne Carbon Fiber can also disturb electrical equipment.
2.5 HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Primary Route of Entry: Inhalation, Eyes, Dermal, Ingestion
Effects of Overexposure:
Inhalation: Nuisance dust may cause temporary but reversible respiratory
problems.
Eyes: Abrasive action may cause damage to the outer surface of the eye.
Avoid wearing contact lenses if airborne carbon fiber/particle fly is
particularly heavy.
Skin Contact: Fiber contact may cause slight itching and irritation.
Ingestion: Not a likely source of entry due to physical nature of material.
Chronic: Product does not contain carcinogenic materials as defined by
OSHA Communication Act 1910.1200.
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3. COMPOSITION INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
CHEMICAL TYPE: Carbon (Carbon Fiber)
CAS Number: 7440-44-0
SUBSTANCE ( ) MIXTURE (O): UN CLASS & UN NUMBER: N. A.
Chemical Name
Comp.
(%)
Chemical Formula (Constitutional Formula, Structural Formula) CAS No. TSCA
Carbon Fiber >94 Carbon Fiber 7440-44-0 Registered
Sizing Agent <2 Not open to public Registered Registered
4. FIRST-AID MEASURES
4.1 INHALATION
Move to fresh air and wash inside of mouth with water. If dizzy or unbalanced, seek medical
attention as soon as possible.
4.2 SKIN CONTACT
If transient skin irritation occurs, remove contaminated clothing and wash thoroughly with
soap and water. If irritation persists, seek medical attention. Wash contaminated clothing
before reuse.
4.3 EYE CONTACT
Immediately wash eyes with an excessive amount of water for at least 15 minutes. If contacts
are being used, remove the lens and flush the eyes again with water for an additional 5 to 10
minutes. If the eyes feel uncomfortable or have prickly feeling, seek medical attention as soon
as possible.
4.4 INGESTION
Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth with fresh water. Then drink two or three glasses of
water. Seek medical attention as soon as possible.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
5.1 SPECIFIC HAZARDS WITH REGARD TO FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Apply water from a safe distance to cool and protect surrounding area.
5.2 EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
In case of fire, use water spray, foam, dry chemical powder or carbon dioxide.
Dry chemical powder, carbon dioxide or dry sand should be used for small fires.
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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
6.1 MEASURES FOR HANDLING PERSONNEL
No special measures requested
6.2 MEASURES FOR ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
No special measures requested
6.3 MEASURES WHEN HANDLING SPILLED SUBSTANCE
N/A
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
7.1 HANDLING
Exposure control for individuals handling product:
Contact with carbon fiber can cause transient skin irritation. Hold the paper tube when
handling bobbins to limit contact. To limit exposure wear cloth/leather gloves and
cover exposed areas with normal work clothing. Additional protection may be needed
if particle limits are excessive.
Protective measures against fire & explosion: N/A
7.2 STORAGE
Store bobbins in a cool, dark space. Low humidity is recommended.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROL / PERSONAL PROTECTION
8.1 CONTROL PARAMETERS
No data are available for the product
Content
Carbon Fiber
LABOR SAFETY & HEALTH ACT(JAPAN)
ppm (mg/m
3
)
2.9mg/m
3
(reference value by Kokuji
by Min. of Labor Japan (1995))
OSHA ppm (mg/m
3
)
2.0mg/m
3
as the total dust of first class
dust by the Japanese regulation
(reference value) etc.
ACGIH ppm (mg/m
3
)
10.0mg/m
3
as the kyuunyuusei dust not
classified to other categories, etc.
(reference value)
8.2 ENGINEERING MEASURES
Local extract ventilation is recommended where dust and fly are generated
by cutting or processing Carbon Fiber. Filter in ventilation is requested to prevent
dust and fly from being discharged into open air.
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8.3 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
8.3.1 Respiratory protection: Adequate respirator is suggested to keep from inhaling dust
and fly particles.
8.3.2 Eye protection: Adequate protective goggles are suggested to keep eyes from dust
and fly.
8.3.3 Hand, skin and body protection: Adequate protective gloves are suggested to keep
skin from dust and fly.
9. PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance : Black fiber
Odor : None
Density : 1.6~2.0 Boiling point : N/A
Melting point : N/A Vapor pressure : N/A
Vapor density : N/A Solubility(%) : In soluble
in water: N/A
in others: N/A
Volatility : N/A Others : N/A
10. STABILITY & REACTIVITY (PHYSICAL HAZARD)
Flash point : None
Spontaneous ignition temperature : None
Explosion limit (%) : None
Upper: None
Lower: None Combustibility: Not Spontaneous Reactivity with water: None
Flammability : N/A Dust explosion: N/A
Oxidizibility : Oxidized by strong oxidizer. Stable for other chemicals Self-reactivity : None
Oxidation can progress slowly and become red-hot when exposed to high temperatures greater than
240 C in air.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute toxicity: N/A
Sub-chronic toxicity: N/A
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Chronic toxicity: N/A
Carcinogenic effects: No silicosis case has been reported on inhalation test with mouse.
Mutagenic effects: In one component of Sizing Agent, Bisphenol A epoxy resin, the mutagenic
effect on a microbe is recognized.
Irritant properties: Contact with fly or dust can cause skin irritation.
Teratogenic effects: N/A
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Biodegradability: N/A
Bioaccumulation: N/A
Fish toxicity: N/A
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION
13.1 In case of disposal, this product must be treated as industrial waste, separated from
public waste.
13.2 This product should not be incinerated. Carbon fiber can not be incinerated well by a general
incinerator, and the fibrous fragments, which may be generated by insufficient incineration,
may cause the short-circuiting of electrical equipment.
14. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
N/A
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Regulatory/Classification
Reg. Info. Substance Name Allowed Concentration
TSCA (USA) No. N/A 7440-44-0
Carbon Fiber
N/A N/A
EINECS No. N/A N/A N/A N/A
California Proposition 65 N/A N/A N/A N/A
FDA N/A N/A N/A N/A
UL N/A N/A N/A N/A
CAS N/A 7440-44-0 N/A N/A
REACH Article Only Carbon Fiber N/A N/A
OSHA N/A N/A N/A N/A
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16. OTHER INFORMATION INCLUDING DATE OF PREPARATION OF LAST REVISION:
SDS NUMBER. : CFA-005 SDS-3
Document History:
Date: Dec. 3, 1999
Rev: December 2, 2008
Reviewed: January 31, 2012
Revised June 29, 2015
Although the information and recommendations set forth herein (hereinafter Information ) are
presented in good faith and believed to be correct as of the date hereof, Toray Carbon Fibers
America Inc. makes no representations as to the completeness or accuracy thereof. Information is
supplied upon the condition that the persons receiving it will make their own determination as to its
suitability for their purposes prior to use. In no event will Toray Carbon Fibers America Inc. be
responsible for damages of any nature whatsoever resulting from the use of or reliance upon
information. NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, OF MERCANTABIBLTY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OF
ANY OTHER NATURE ARE MADE HEREUNDER WITH RESPECT TO
INFORMATION OR THE PRODUCT TO WHICH INFORMATION REFERS.
DOCUMENT NUMBER:
DOCUMENT TITLE:
DOCUMENT NOTES:
Document Information
Revision: Vault:
Doc Type: Status:
Date Information
Effective Date: Next Review Date:
Release Date: ExpirationDate:
Control Information
Author: Previous Number:
Owner: Change Number:
All dates and times are in
Carbon Fiber "TORAYCA" Sizing Type "5"
Safety Data Sheet
According To Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 58 / Monday, March 26, 2012 / Rules And Regulations
Date of Issue:11/11/2020 Version:1.0
11/11/2020 EN(English US) 1/5
SECTION 1: IDENTIFICATION
1.1. Product Identifier
Product Form:Mixture
Product Name:Carbon Fiber "TORAYCA" Sizing Type "5"
1.2. Intended Use of the Product
Use of the Substance/Mixture:Industrial Specific Application(s). For professional use only.
1.3. Name, Address, and Telephone of the Responsible Party
Company
Toray Composite Materials (America), Inc.
19002 50th Ave. E.
Tacoma, WA 98446
(253) 846-1777
www.toraycma.com
1.4. Emergency Telephone Number
Emergency Number :(972) 899-2930 Toray Composite Materials (America), Inc. -Carbon Fiber Sales
SECTION 2: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
2.1. Classification of the Substance or Mixture
Comb. Dust
Full text of hazard classes and H-statements : see section 16
2.2. Label Elements
GHS-US Labeling
Signal Word (GHS-US) :Warning
Hazard Statements (GHS-US) :If small particles are generated during further processing, handling or by other
means May form combustible dust concentrations in air.
Supplemental Information :Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources.
No smoking. Proper grounding procedures to avoid static electricity should be
followed. Prevent dust accumulation (to minimize explosion hazard). Avoid
generating dust.
2.3. Other Hazards
Exposure may aggravate pre-existing eye, skin, or respiratory conditions. Electro-conductive: carbon fiber fuzz or dust may cause
short circuiting of electrical devices.
2.4. Unknown Acute Toxicity (GHS-US)
No data available
SECTION 3: COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
3.1. Substance
Not applicable
3.2. Mixture
Name Synonyms Product Identifier%* GHS US classification
Carbon Carbon, activated / CARBON /
Activated carbon / Carbon Black /
Graphite / Active carbon
(CAS-No.) 7440-44-0 94 100Comb. Dust
Sizing Agent Proprietary (CAS-No.) Proprietary<1 Not classified
Full text of H-phrases: see section 16
*The specific chemical identity and/or exact percentage of composition have been withheld as a trade secret [29 CFR 1910.1200].
SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES
4.1. Description of First-aid Measures
First-aid Measures General: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If you feel unwell, seek medical advice
(show the label where possible).
First-aid Measures After Inhalation: For particulates, dust, or fumes from processing: Using proper respiratory protection, move
the exposed person to fresh air at once. Encourage exposed person to cough, spit out, and blow nose to remove dust.
Immediately call a poison center, physician, or emergency medical service.
First-aid Measures After Skin Contact: For particulates, dust, or fumes from processing: Remove contaminated clothing. Drench
affected area with water for at least 5 minutes. Obtain medical attention if irritation develops or persists.
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First-aid Measures After Eye Contact: For particulates, dust, or fumes from processing: Rinse cautiously with water for at least 5
minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Obtain medical attention if irritation develops or
persists.
First-aid Measures After Ingestion: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Obtain medical attention.
4.2. Most Important Symptoms and Effects Both Acute and Delayed
Symptoms/Injuries: Not expected to present a significant hazard under anticipated conditions of normal use.
Symptoms/Injuries After Inhalation: Dust may be harmful or cause irritation.
Symptoms/Injuries After Skin Contact: For particulates, dust, or fumes from processing: Prolonged exposure may cause skin
irritation.
Symptoms/Injuries After Eye Contact: For particulates, dust, or fumes from processing: May cause slight irritation to eyes.
Symptoms/Injuries After Ingestion: Ingestion may cause adverse effects.
Chronic Symptoms: None expected under normal conditions of use.
4.3. Indication of Any Immediate Medical Attention and Special Treatment Needed
If exposed or concerned, get medical advice and attention. If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand.
SECTION 5: FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
5.1. Extinguishing Media
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, fog, carbon dioxide (CO2), alcohol-resistant foam, or dry chemical. Use extinguishing
media appropriate for surrounding fire.
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Do not use a heavy water stream. Use of heavy stream of water may spread fire.
5.2. Special Hazards Arising From theSubstance or Mixture
Fire Hazard: Not considered flammable but may burn at high temperatures.
Explosion Hazard: If small particles are generated during further processing, handling or by other means, may form combustible
dust concentrations in air.
Reactivity: Hazardous reactions will not occur under normal conditions.
5.3. Advice for Firefighters
Precautionary Measures Fire: Exercise caution when fighting any chemical fire.
Firefighting Instructions: Use water spray or fog for cooling exposed containers.
Protection During Firefighting: Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon oxides (CO, CO2).
Other Information: Risk of dust explosion.
SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
6.1. Personal Precautions, Protective Equipment and Emergency Procedures
General Measures: Avoid prolonged contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid breathing dust. Avoid generating dust. Keep
away from heat, hotsurfaces, sparks, open flames, and other ignition sources. No smoking.
6.1.1. For Non-Emergency Personnel
Protective Equipment: Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
Emergency Procedures: Evacuate unnecessary personnel.
6.1.2. For Emergency Personnel
Protective Equipment: Equip cleanup crew with proper protection.
Emergency Procedures: Upon arrival at the scene, a first responder is expected to recognize the presence of dangerous goods,
protect oneself and the public, secure the area, and call for the assistance of trained personnel as soon as conditions permit.
Ventilate area.
6.2. Environmental Precautions
Prevent entry to sewers and public waters.
6.3. Methods and Materials for Containment and Cleanin g Up
For Containment: Contain solid spills with appropriate barriers and prevent migration and entry into sewers or streams. Avoid
generation of dust during clean -up of spills.
Methods for Cleaning Up: Clean up spills immediately and dispose of waste safely. Contact competent authorities after a spill. In
solid form: Mechanically recover the product. For particulates and dust: Use explosion proof vacuum during cleanup, with
appropriate filter. Do not mix with other materials. Vacuum clean-up is preferred. If sweeping is required use a dust
suppressant. Use only non-sparking tools.
6.4. Reference to Other Sections
See Section 8 for exposure controls and personal protection and Section 13 for disposal considerations.
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SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE
7.1. Precautions for Safe Handling
Additional Hazards When Processed: As supplied, this product is solid carbon fiber threads with sizing agents. This product may
produce combustible dust when cut, sanded, ground, or otherwise processed. Use caution when working with combustible
dusts. Use appropriate engineering controls to keep generation of airborne dust to a minimum. Electro-conductive: carbon fiber
fuzz may cause short circuiting of electrical devices.
Precautions for Safe Handling: Avoid breathing dust. Avoid prolonged contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid creating or
spreading dust. Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when
leaving work. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and hot surfaces. No smoking.
Hygiene Measures: Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety procedures.
7.2. Conditions for Safe Storage, Including Any Incompatibilities
Technical Measures: Comply with applicable regulations. Avoid creating or spreading dust. Use explosion-proof electrical,
ventilating, lighting equipment. Proper grounding procedures to avoid static electricity should be followed.
Storage Conditions: Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a dry, cool place. Keep/Store away from extremely high
temperatures, incompatible materials, heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames, and other ignition sources.
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong bases, strong oxidizers.
7.3. SpecificEnd Use(s)
Industrial Specific Application(s). For profesisonal use only.
SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
8.1. Control Parameters
For substances listed in section 3 that are not listed here, there are no established exposure limits from the manufacturer,
supplier, importer, or the appropriate advisory agency including: ACGIH (TLV), AIHA (WEEL), NIOSH (REL), or OSHA (PEL).
Particulates not otherwise classified (PNOC)
USA ACGIHACGIH TWA (mg/m ) 3 mg/m
3
Respirable fraction
10mg/m
3
Total Dust
USA OSHAOSHA PEL (TWA) (mg/m ) 5 mg/m
3
Respirable fraction
15 mg/m
3
Total Dust
8.2. Exposure Controls
Appropriate Engineering Controls:Suitable eye/body wash equipment should be available in the vicinity of any
potential exposure. Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas.
Proper grounding procedures to avoid static electricity should be followed. Use
explosion-proof equipment. Ensure all national/local regulations are observed. Use
local exhaust or generaldilution ventilation or other suppression methods to
maintain dust levels below exposure limits. Power equipment should be equipped
with proper dust collection devices. It is recommended that all dust control
equipment such as local exhaust ventilation and material transport systems
involved in handling of this product contain explosion relief vents or an explosion
suppression system or an oxygen-deficient environment.
Personal Protective Equipment :Gloves. Protective clothing. Protective goggles. Insufficient ventilation: wear
respiratory protection.
Materials for Protective Clothing:Chemically resistant materials and fabrics.
Hand Protection :Wear protective gloves.
Eye and Face Protection :Chemical safety goggles.
Skin and Body Protection :Wear suitable protective clothing.
Respiratory Protection :If exposure limits are exceeded or irritation is experienced, approved respiratory
protection should be worn. In case of inadequate ventilation, oxygen deficient
atmosphere, or where exposure levels are not known wear approved respiratory
protection.
Other Information :When using, do not eat, drink or smoke.
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SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
9.1. Information on Basic Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State :Solid
Appearance :Black fibers
Odor :Odorless
Odor Threshold :No data available
pH :No data available
Evaporation Rate :No data available
Melting Point :No data available
Freezing Point :No data available
Boiling Point :No data available
Flash Point :None
Auto-ignition Temperature :No data available
Decomposition Temperature :No data available
Flammability (solid, gas) :No data available
Vapor Pressure :No data available
Relative Vapor Density at 20 C :No data available
Relative Density :No data available
Specific Gravity :1.8 g/cm
Solubility :Water: Not miscible
Partition Coefficient: N-Octanol/Water :No data available
Viscosity :No data available
9.2. Other Information No additional information available
SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
10.1. Reactivity: Hazardous reactions will not occur under normal conditions.
10.2. Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended handling and storage conditions (see section 7).
10.3. Possibility of Hazardous Reactions : Hazardous polymerization will not occur.
10.4. Conditions to Avoid: Extremely high or low temperatures and incompatible materials. Sparks, heat, open flame and
other sources ofignition. Dust accumulation (to minimize explosion hazard).
10.5. Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong bases, strong oxidizers.
10.6. Hazardous Decomposition Products: Thermal decomposition may produce : Carbon oxides (CO, CO2). Acrid smoke and
irritating fumes.
SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
11.1. Information on Toxicological Effects
Acute Toxicity (Oral): Not classified
Acute Toxicity (Dermal): Not classified
Acute Toxicity (Inhalation): Not classified
Carbon (7440-44-0)
LD50 Oral Rat > 10000 mg/kg
Skin Corrosion/Irritation:Not classified
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation:Not classified
Respiratory or Skin Sensitization:Not classified
Germ Cell Mutagenicity:Not classified
Carcinogenicity:Not classified
Reproductive Toxicity:Not classified
Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure):Not classified
Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure):Not classified
Aspiration Hazard:Not classified
Symptoms/Injuries After Inhalation:Dust may be harmful or cause irritation.
Symptoms/Injuries After Skin Contact:For particulates, dust, or fumes from processing: Prolonged exposure may cause skin
irritation.
Symptoms/Injuries After Eye Contact:For particulates, dust, or fumes from processing: May cause slight irritation to eyes.
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Symptoms/Injuries After Ingestion:Ingestion may cause adverse effects.
Chronic Symptoms:None expected under normal conditions of use.
SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
12.1. Toxicity
Ecology -General :Not classified.
12.2. Persistence and Degradability
Carbon Fiber “TORAYCA” Sizing Type “5”
Persistence and Degradability Not established.
12.3. Bioaccumulative Potential
Carbon Fiber “TORAYCA” Sizing Type “5”
Bioaccumulative Potential Not established.
12.4. Mobility in Soil No additional information available
12.5. Other Adverse Effects
Other Information :Avoid release to the environment.
SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
13.1. Waste Treatment Methods
Waste Disposal Recommendations: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national, and international
regulations.
Ecology -Waste Materials: Avoid release to the environment.
SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION
The shipping description(s) stated herein were prepared in accordance with certain assumptions at the time the SDS was
authored, and can vary based on a number of variables that may or may not have been known at the time the SDS was issued.
14.1. In Accordance with DOT Not regulated for transport
14.2. In Accordance with IMDG Not regulated for transport
14.3. In Accordance with IATA Not regulated for transport
SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION
15.1. US Federal Regulations
Carbon Fiber “TORAYCA” Sizing Type “5”
SARA Section 311/312 Hazard Classes Physical hazard -Combustible dust
Carbon (7440-44-0)
Listed on the United States TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) inventory
15.2. US State Regulations Neither this product nor its chemical components appear on any US state lists, or its chemical
components are not required to be disclosed
SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION, INCLUDING DATE OF PREPARATION OR LAST REVISION
Date of Preparation or Latest Revision :11/11/2020
Other Information :This document has been prepared in accordance with the SDS
requirements of the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR
1910.1200
The specific chemical identity and/or exact percentage of
composition have been withheld as a trade secret [29 CFR
1910.1200].
GHS Full Text Phrases:
——Comb. Dust Combustible Dust
This information is based on our current knowledge and is intended to describe the product for the purposes of health, safety and
environmental requirements only. It should not therefore be construed as guaranteeing any specific property of the product.
SDS US (GHS HazCom)
False
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SAFETY DATA SHEET
Carbon Fiber “TORAYCA” Sizing Type “5”
1. IDENTIFICATION
COMPANY: Toray Carbon Fibers America, Inc.
SECTION: Technical Center
ADDRESS: 2030 Highway 20; Decatur, AL 35602 USA
TEL No. : (256) 260-2626; contact: Director of Technical Center
FAX No. : (256) 260-1063
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION (Environmental, Safety and Health)
2.1 CLASS NAME OF HAZARDOUS CHEMICALS FOR SDS
Non-hazardous material
2.2 PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL HAZARDS
Explosive: N/A
2.3 ADVERSE HUMAN HEALTH EFFECTS
Acute Toxic Substance: No case of disease, which is caused by Carbon Fiber, has been
reported. Short fiber, for example particles or fly, can cause transient skin irritation.
2.4 ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
2.4.1 Carbon Fiber is electrically conductive, and it can cause the short-circuiting of
electrical equipment.
2.4.2 Airborne Carbon Fiber can also disturb electrical equipment.
2.5 HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Primary Route of Entry: Inhalation, Eyes, Dermal, Ingestion
Effects of Overexposure:
Inhalation: Nuisance dust may cause temporary but reversible respiratory
problems.
Eyes: Abrasive action may cause damage to the outer surface of the eye.
Avoid wearing contact lenses if airborne carbon fiber/particle fly is
particularly heavy.
Skin Contact: Fiber contact may cause slight itching and irritation.
Ingestion: Not a likely source of entry due to physical nature of material.
Chronic: Product does not contain carcinogenic materials as defined by
OSHA Communication Act 1910.1200.
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3. COMPOSITION INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
CHEMICAL TYPE: Carbon (Carbon Fiber)
CAS Number: 7440-44-0
SUBSTANCE ( ) MIXTURE (O): UN CLASS & UN NUMBER: N. A.
Chemical Name
Comp.
(%)
Chemical Formula (Constitutional Formula, Structural Formula) CAS No. TSCA
Carbon Fiber >94 Carbon Fiber 7440-44-0 Registered
Sizing Agent <2 Not open to public Registered Registered
4. FIRST-AID MEASURES
4.1 INHALATION
Move to fresh air and wash inside of mouth with water. If dizzy or unbalanced, seek medical
attention as soon as possible.
4.2 SKIN CONTACT
If transient skin irritation occurs, remove contaminated clothing and wash thoroughly with
soap and water. If irritation persists, seek medical attention. Wash contaminated clothing
before reuse.
4.3 EYE CONTACT
Immediately wash eyes with an excessive amount of water for at least 15 minutes. If contacts
are being used, remove the lens and flush the eyes again with water for an additional 5 to 10
minutes. If the eyes feel uncomfortable or have prickly feeling, seek medical attention as soon
as possible.
4.4 INGESTION
Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth with fresh water. Then drink two or three glasses of
water. Seek medical attention as soon as possible.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
5.1 SPECIFIC HAZARDS WITH REGARD TO FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Apply water from a safe distance to cool and protect surrounding area.
5.2 EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
In case of fire, use water spray, foam, dry chemical powder or carbon dioxide.
Dry chemical powder, carbon dioxide or dry sand should be used for small fires.
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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
6.1 MEASURES FOR HANDLING PERSONNEL
No special measures requested
6.2 MEASURES FOR ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
No special measures requested
6.3 MEASURES WHEN HANDLING SPILLED SUBSTANCE
N/A
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
7.1 HANDLING
Exposure control for individuals handling product:
Contact with carbon fiber can cause transient skin irritation. Hold the paper tube when
handling bobbins to limit contact. To limit exposure wear cloth/leather gloves and
cover exposed areas with normal work clothing. Additional protection may be needed
if particle limits are excessive.
Protective measures against fire & explosion: N/A
7.2 STORAGE
Store bobbins in a cool, dark space. Low humidity is recommended.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROL / PERSONAL PROTECTION
8.1 CONTROL PARAMETERS
No data are available for the product
Content
Carbon Fiber
LABOR SAFETY & HEALTH ACT(JAPAN)
ppm (mg/m
3
)
2.9mg/m
3
(reference value by Kokuji
by Min. of Labor Japan (1995))
OSHA ppm (mg/m
3
)
2.0mg/m
3
as the total dust of first class
dust by the Japanese regulation
(reference value) etc.
ACGIH ppm (mg/m
3
)
10.0mg/m
3
as the kyuunyuusei dust not
classified to other categories, etc.
(reference value)
8.2 ENGINEERING MEASURES
Local extract ventilation is recommended where dust and fly are generated
by cutting or processing Carbon Fiber. Filter in ventilation is requested to prevent
dust and fly from being discharged into open air.
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8.3 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
8.3.1 Respiratory protection: Adequate respirator is suggested to keep from inhaling dust
and fly particles.
8.3.2 Eye protection: Adequate protective goggles are suggested to keep eyes from dust
and fly.
8.3.3 Hand, skin and body protection: Adequate protective gloves are suggested to keep
skin from dust and fly.
9. PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance : Black fiber
Odor : None
Density : 1.6~2.0 Boiling point : N/A
Melting point : N/A Vapor pressure : N/A
Vapor density : N/A Solubility(%) : In soluble
in water: N/A
in others: N/A
Volatility : N/A Others : N/A
10. STABILITY & REACTIVITY (PHYSICAL HAZARD)
Flash point : None
Spontaneous ignition temperature : None
Explosion limit (%) : None
Upper: None
Lower: None Combustibility: Not Spontaneous Reactivity with water: None
Flammability : N/A Dust explosion: N/A
Oxidizibility : Oxidized by strong oxidizer. Stable for other chemicals Self-reactivity : None
Oxidation can progress slowly and become red-hot when exposed to high temperatures greater than
240 C in air.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute toxicity: N/A
Sub-chronic toxicity: N/A
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Chronic toxicity: N/A
Carcinogenic effects: No silicosis case has been reported on inhalation test with mouse.
Mutagenic effects: In one component of Sizing Agent, Bisphenol A epoxy resin, the mutagenic
effect on a microbe is recognized.
Irritant properties: Contact with fly or dust can cause skin irritation.
Teratogenic effects: N/A
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Biodegradability: N/A
Bioaccumulation: N/A
Fish toxicity: N/A
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION
13.1 In case of disposal, this product must be treated as industrial waste, separated from
public waste.
13.2 This product should not be incinerated. Carbon fiber can not be incinerated well by a general
incinerator, and the fibrous fragments, which may be generated by insufficient incineration,
may cause the short-circuiting of electrical equipment.
14. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
N/A
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Regulatory/Classification
Reg. Info. Substance Name Allowed Concentration
TSCA (USA) No. N/A 7440-44-0
Carbon Fiber
N/A N/A
EINECS No. N/A N/A N/A N/A
California Proposition 65 N/A N/A N/A N/A
FDA N/A N/A N/A N/A
UL N/A N/A N/A N/A
CAS N/A 7440-44-0 N/A N/A
REACH Article Only Carbon Fiber N/A N/A
OSHA N/A N/A N/A N/A
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16. OTHER INFORMATION INCLUDING DATE OF PREPARATION OF LAST REVISION:
SDS NUMBER. : CFA-005 SDS-3
Document History:
Date: Dec. 3, 1999
Rev: December 2, 2008
Reviewed: January 31, 2012
Revised June 29, 2015
Although the information and recommendations set forth herein (hereinafter Information ) are
presented in good faith and believed to be correct as of the date hereof, Toray Carbon Fibers
America Inc. makes no representations as to the completeness or accuracy thereof. Information is
supplied upon the condition that the persons receiving it will make their own determination as to its
suitability for their purposes prior to use. In no event will Toray Carbon Fibers America Inc. be
responsible for damages of any nature whatsoever resulting from the use of or reliance upon
information. NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, OF MERCANTABIBLTY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OF
ANY OTHER NATURE ARE MADE HEREUNDER WITH RESPECT TO
INFORMATION OR THE PRODUCT TO WHICH INFORMATION REFERS.
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SAFETY DATA SHEET
HexTow Carbon Fiber Unsized or Sized: GP, GS, G, E, H, J, R and S
1. Identification
Product identifier
Product name HexTow Carbon Fiber Unsized or Sized: GP, GS, G, E, H, J, R and S
Product number 20716US-2
Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use
Application black colored continuous fiber
Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Supplier Hexcel Composites
6700 West 5400 South
West Valley City
UT 84118-7678
USA
Tel: ++801 252 3400
Tel: ++800 987 0658
Contact Person 11711 Dublin Blvd, Dublin, California, USA. ++925 551 4900
Emergency telephone number
Emergency telephone To be used only for advice on chemical emergencies, spillages, fires or First Aid:
For emergencies in US/Canada: CHEMTREC 800 424 9300
For emergencies in rest of the world: CARECHEM24 – +44 (0) 1235 239 670
2. Hazard(s) identification
Classification of the substance or mixture
OSHA Regulatory Status This Product is Not Hazardous under the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard.
Physical hazards Combustible Dust – USH01
Health hazards Not Classified
Environmental hazards Not Classified
Physicochemical Physical: Carbon fiber contained in some products is electrically conductive.
Label elements
Signal word Warning
Hazard statements USH01 May form combustible dust concentrations in air
Other hazards
Warning! This may cause mild, temporary mechanical eye and skin irritation. Vapor or fumes evolved during use and/or
heating or curing the product may cause respiratory tract and eye irritation. Dust or particulates from machining, grinding or
sawing the cured product may causes skin, eye and upper respiratory tract irritation, allergic skin reaction and possible
sensitization.
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3. Composition/information on ingredients
Mixtures
Composition comments Carbon fiber can be with or without size.,Graphite (carbon) synthetic fibers, filament diameter
> 4um:,>97% w/w,Size:,<3% w/w
4. First-aid measures
Description of first aid measures
Inhalation With any sign of respiratory distress, affected persons should be taken into fresh air, and
made to rest while medical attention is sought.
Ingestion Immediately rinse the mouth repeatedly with water, if swallowing has occurred, do not induce
vomiting. If requested, give affected person sips of water. Seek medical attention immediately.
If vomiting does occur do not allow the affected person to inhale their vomit. Do not give
anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Skin Contact In case of contact with the product or the cured product dust or particulate, immediately wash
skin with mild soap and water. Use a washcloth to help remove the fibres. To avoid further
irritation, do not rub or scratch irritated areas. Rubbing or scratching may force fibres into the
skin. Get medical attention immediately if the irritation persists.
Eye contact In case of contact with the product or the cured product dust or particulate, immediately flush
eyes with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes, keeping the eyelids open. Get
medical attention immediately.
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
General information Filaments are mechanical irritants and may induce temporary mouth, nose and throat
irritation. Skin or eye contact may cause itching and temporary irritation. Ingestion may cause
temporary mechanical irritation of the digestive tract. Pre-existing conditions such as
respiratory or skin disorders may be aggravated by exposure to the product or dust/particulate
generated from machining/grinding of the cured product.
5.Fire-fighting measures
Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing mediaExtinguish with foam, carbon dioxide, dry powder or water fog.
Unsuitable extinguishing
media
Do not use water jet as an extinguisher, as this will spread the fire.
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Specific hazards Carbon fibers contained in some products are electrically conductive and if released during
combustion may present a hazard to unprotected electrical apparatus.
Hazardous combustion
products
Above 650 C, if incomplete combustion occurs and depending on air supply and temperature,
there may be release of carbon monoxide and dioxide and products of low molecular weight.
Advice for firefighters
Special protective equipment
for firefighters
Wear positive-pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and appropriate protective
clothing.
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6. Accidental release measures
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Personal precautions Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
Environmental precautions
Environmental precautionsDue to the physical nature of this product, environmental release to drains and water courses
is not possible.
Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up Clean up material and put into a suitable container and dispose of properly (See Section 13).
Reference to other sectionsFor personal protection, see Section 8. For waste disposal, see Section 13.
7. Handling and storage
Precautions for safe handling
Usage precautions Handling : Avoid direct contact with product. Avoid inhalation of dust/fumes generated during
processing operations. Dust produced from handling and machining product will contain
fibrous material. Avoid inhalation and provide positive dust extraction and collection from
cutting zone. Protect against fire and explosion by avoiding dust formation and ignition
sources when machining cured product. Dust from products containing carbon fibre is
electrically conductive.
Storage : Store containers, securely closed according to container label instructions.
Store away from food and food stuffs.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage precautions Keep container tightly closed and dry.
Specific end uses(s)
Specific end use(s) As this product is an article, this section is not applicable.
8. Exposure Controls/personal protection
Exposure controls
Protective equipment
Appropriate engineering
controls
Provide adequate ventilation.
Eye/face protection Eyewear complying with an approved standard should be worn if a risk assessment indicates
eye contact is possible.
Hand protection It is recommended that gloves are made of the following material: Polyvinyl chloride (PVC).
Rubber (natural, latex).
Other skin and body
protection
Wear appropriate clothing to prevent any possibility of skin contact.
Hygiene measures Wash at the end of each work shift and before eating, smoking and using the toilet.
Respiratory protection Wear a suitable dust mask.
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9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance Black colored fiber
Color Black.
Odor No characteristic odor.
Odor threshold It is not relevant as there is not toxic effect.
pH Not relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Melting point Carbon fiber 6512 F / 3600 C C
Initial boiling point and rangeNot relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Flash point Not relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Evaporation rate Not relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Evaporation factor Not relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Flammability (solid, gas)May form combustible dust concentrations in air
Vapour pressure Not relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Vapour density Not relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Relative density Not relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Solubility(ies) Not relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Auto-ignition temperatureNot relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Explosive properties Not classified as explosive but dust or airborne filaments could induce explosion in high
voltage equipments by short circuit.
Oxidising properties Does not meet the criteria for classification as oxidizing.
10. Stability and reactivity
Stability Stable at normal ambient temperatures and when used as recommended.
Possibility of hazardous
reactions
Will not occur under normal conditions of use.
Materials to avoid Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous decomposition
products
The products of combustion and decomposition depend on other materials present in the fire
and the actual conditions of the fire. Burning will produce carbon and nitrogen oxides and
other unidentified gases and vapors that may be toxic. Avoid inhalation.
11. Toxicological information
Information on toxicological effects
Toxicological effects Continuous filament of carbon fiber with a filament diameter > 4um are not considered
respirable. World Health Organization defines a respirable fiber as a fiber with a diameter (d)
< 3um, a length (l) > 5um amd and I/d ratio >/= 3
Other health effects The components present in this material at concentrations equal to or greater that 0.1% are
not listed or regulated by IARC, NTP, OSHA or ACGIH as a carcinogen.
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Inhalation May cause irritation to the upper respiratory tract. Vapor or fumes generated from exposing
this product to elevated temperatures may cause irritation to the respiratory tract. Dust or
particulate from machining, grinding or sawing the cured product may cause irritation to the
upper respiratory tract.
Ingestion None expected under normal conditions of use. Ingestion is not an expected route of industrial
exposure.
Skin Contact Contact may cause mechanical irritation, skin redness, itching and drying of the skin.
Prolonged or repeated contact may cause allergic skin reaction, dermatitis and possible
sensitization.
Eye contact May cause mechanical irritation. Vapor or fumes generated from exposing the product to
elevated temperatures may cause irritation. Dust or particulate from the product or from
machining, grinding or sawing the product may cause mechanical irritation.
Medical considerations Preexisting eye, skin or respiratory disorders may be aggravated by contact and/or exposure
to the product, the vapor or fumes generated from heating the product or to the dust or
particulate from machining, grinding or sawing the cured product.
12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity No ecological data has been determined on the total product.
Toxicity
Toxicity Not regarded as dangerous for the environment.
Persistance and degradability
Persistence and degradabilityNot relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Bioaccumulative potential
Bio-Accumulative PotentialNot relevant due to the physical form of this product.
Mobility in soil
Mobility Not relevant, due to the form of the product.
13. Disposal considerations
Waste treatment methods
General information Materials for disposal should be placed in appropriate sealed containers to avoid potential
human and environmental exposure. It is the responsibility of the generator to comply with all
federal, state, provincial and local laws and regulations. We recommend that you contact an
appropriate waste disposal contractor and environmental agency for relevant laws and
regulations. Under the U.S., Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), it is the
responsibility of the user of the product to determine at the time of disposal, whether the
product meets relevant waste classification and to assure proper disposal.
Disposal methods Dispose of waste and residues in accordance with local authority requirements. For products
containing carbon fiber, it is possible to recycle the carbon component.
14. Transport information
General This Product is not dangerous to transport.
UN Number
This product is not dangerous to transport.
UN proper shipping name
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This product is not dangerous to transport.
Transport hazard class(es)
This product is not dangerous to transport.
Packing group
This product is not dangerous to transport.
Environmental hazards
Environmentally Hazardous Substance
This product is not dangerous to transport.
15. Regulatory information
US Federal Regulations
SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances Tier II Threshold Planning Quantities
Not listed.
CERCLA/Superfund, Hazardous Substances/Reportable Quantities (EPA)
Not listed.
SARA Extremely Hazardous Substances EPCRA Reportable Quantities
Not listed.
SARA 313 Emission Reporting
Not listed
RCRA RCRA Information: Currently, the product is not listed in the federal hazardous waste
regulation 40 CFR, Part 261.33, paragraphs (E) or (F), ie. chemical products that are
considered hazardous if they become waste. State or local hazardous waste regulations may
also apply if they are different from the federal regulation. It is the responsibility of the user of
the product to determine at the time of disposal, whether the product meets relevant waste
classification and to assure proper disposal.
US State Regulations
California Proposition 65 Carcinogens and Reproductive Toxins
This product contains no listed substances known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm, at levels which would require a warning under the statute.
Inventories
US – TSCA
This product is an article as defined by TSCA and is not required to be listed in the TSCA inventory.
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16. Other information
Abbreviations and acronyms
used in the safety data sheet
ACGIH American Conference of Industrial Hygienists ATE Acute Toxicity Estimate CAS#
Chemical Abstracts Service Number CERCLA Comprehensive Environmental Response,
Compensation, and Liability Act DOT Department of Transportation EmS Emergency
Response Procedures for Ships Carrying Dangerous Goods EPA Environmental Protection
Agency GHS Global Harmonized System HMIS Hazardous Materials Identification System,
IATA International Air Transport Association ICAO International Civil Aviation Organization
IMDG International Maritime Dangerous Goods Kow Octanol-water partition coefficient LC50
Lethal concentration to 50% of a test population LD50 Lethal dose to 50% of a test population
n.o.s. Not otherwise specified OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration PBT
Persistent, Bioaccumulative and Toxic substance PNEC Predicted No Effect Concentration
PPE Personal Protection Equipment RCRA Resource Conservation and Recovery Act SADT
Self-accelerating decomposition temperature SARA Superfund Admendments and
Reauthorization Act STOT Specific Target Organ Toxicity (STOT) RE Repeated Exposure
(STOT) SE Single Exposure TSCA Toxic Substance Control Act UN United Nations VOC
Volatile Organic Compound WHMIS Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
General information When present in the product, airborne carbon fibers or dust may create electrical short-circuits
which could result in damage to or malfunctioning of electrical equipment.
Issued by U.S.A. Product Stewardship department
Revision date 5/1/2015
Revision 0
Hazard statements in fullUSH01 May form combustible dust concentrations in air
ACA HMIS Health rating. Slight hazard. (1)
ACA HMIS Physical hazard
rating.
Normally stable. (0)
ACA HMIS Personal
protection rating.
F
ACA HMIS Flammability
rating.
Will not burn. (0)
Wherever such words or phrases as “hazardous,” “toxic,” “carcinogen,” etc. appear herein, they are used as a defined or
described under state employee right-to-know laws, Federal OSHA laws or the direct sources for these lawssuch as the
International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), the National Toxicology Program (NTP), etc. The use of such words or
phrases should not be taken to mean that we deem or imply any substance or exposure to be toxic, hazardous or otherwise
harmful. Any exposure can only be understood within the entire context of its occurrence, which includes such factors as the
substance’s characteristics as defined in the SDS, amount and duration of exposures, other chemicals present and
preexistingindividual differences in response to the exposure. The data provided in this SDS is based on the information
received from our raw material suppliers and other sources believed to be reliable. We are supplying you this data solely in
compliance with the Federal OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200 and the Federal and State laws as
described in Section 15: Regulatory Information. The information contained in this SDS is proprietary and confidential to
HexcelCorporation. This SDS and the information in it are not to be used for purposes other than compliance with the
Federal OSHA Hazard Communication Standard. If you have received this SDS from any other source than Hexcel
Corporation or its authorized agent, the information contained in it may have been modified from the original document and it
may not be the most current revision. Liability, if any, for use of this product is limited to the terms contained in our sale terms
and conditions. We do not in any way warrant (expressed or implied, including any implied warranty for merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose) the data contained or the product described in this SDS. Additionally, we do not warrant that
the product will not infringe any patent or other proprietary or property rights of others.
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SAFETY DATA SHEET
Carbon Fiber “TORAYCA” Sizing Type “5”
1. IDENTIFICATION
COMPANY: Toray Carbon Fibers America, Inc.
SECTION: Technical Center
ADDRESS: 2030 Highway 20; Decatur, AL 35602 USA
TEL No. : (256) 260-2626; contact: Director of Technical Center
FAX No. : (256) 260-1063
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION (Environmental, Safety and Health)
2.1 CLASS NAME OF HAZARDOUS CHEMICALS FOR SDS
Non-hazardous material
2.2 PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL HAZARDS
Explosive: N/A
2.3 ADVERSE HUMAN HEALTH EFFECTS
Acute Toxic Substance: No case of disease, which is caused by Carbon Fiber, has been
reported. Short fiber, for example particles or fly, can cause transient skin irritation.
2.4 ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
2.4.1 Carbon Fiber is electrically conductive, and it can cause the short-circuiting of
electrical equipment.
2.4.2 Airborne Carbon Fiber can also disturb electrical equipment.
2.5 HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Primary Route of Entry: Inhalation, Eyes, Dermal, Ingestion
Effects of Overexposure:
Inhalation: Nuisance dust may cause temporary but reversible respiratory
problems.
Eyes: Abrasive action may cause damage to the outer surface of the eye.
Avoid wearing contact lenses if airborne carbon fiber/particle fly is
particularly heavy.
Skin Contact: Fiber contact may cause slight itching and irritation.
Ingestion: Not a likely source of entry due to physical nature of material.
Chronic: Product does not contain carcinogenic materials as defined by
OSHA Communication Act 1910.1200.
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3. COMPOSITION INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
CHEMICAL TYPE: Carbon (Carbon Fiber)
CAS Number: 7440-44-0
SUBSTANCE ( ) MIXTURE (O): UN CLASS & UN NUMBER: N. A.
Chemical Name
Comp.
(%)
Chemical Formula (Constitutional Formula, Structural Formula) CAS No. TSCA
Carbon Fiber >94 Carbon Fiber 7440-44-0 Registered
Sizing Agent <2 Not open to public Registered Registered
4. FIRST-AID MEASURES
4.1 INHALATION
Move to fresh air and wash inside of mouth with water. If dizzy or unbalanced, seek medical
attention as soon as possible.
4.2 SKIN CONTACT
If transient skin irritation occurs, remove contaminated clothing and wash thoroughly with
soap and water. If irritation persists, seek medical attention. Wash contaminated clothing
before reuse.
4.3 EYE CONTACT
Immediately wash eyes with an excessive amount of water for at least 15 minutes. If contacts
are being used, remove the lens and flush the eyes again with water for an additional 5 to 10
minutes. If the eyes feel uncomfortable or have prickly feeling, seek medical attention as
soon as possible.
4.4 INGESTION
Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth with fresh water. Then drink two or three glasses of
water. Seek medical attention as soon as possible.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
5.1 SPECIFIC HAZARDS WITH REGARD TO FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Apply water from a safe distance to cool and protect surrounding area.
5.2 EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
In case of fire, use water spray, foam, dry chemical powder or carbon dioxide.
Dry chemical powder, carbon dioxide or dry sand should be used for small fires.
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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
6.1 MEASURES FOR HANDLING PERSONNEL
No special measures requested
6.2 MEASURES FOR ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
No special measures requested
6.3 MEASURES WHEN HANDLI NG SPILLED SUBSTANCE
N/A
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
7.1 HANDLING
Exposure control for individuals handling product:
Contact with carbon fiber can cause transient skin irritation. Hold the paper tube when
handling bobbins to limit contact. To limit exposure wear cloth/leather gloves and
cover exposed areas with normal work clothing. Additional protection may be needed
if particle limits are excessive.
Protective measures against fire & explosion: N/A
7.2 STORAGE
Store bobbins in a cool, dark space. Low humidity is recommended.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROL / PERSONAL PROTECTION
8.1 CONTROL PARAMETERS
No data are available for the product
Content
Carbon Fiber
LABOR SAFETY & HEALTH ACT(JAPAN)
ppm (mg/m
3
)
2.9mg/m
3
(reference value by Kokuji
by Min. of Labor Japan (1995))
OSHA ppm (mg/m
3
)
2.0mg/m
3
as the total dust of first class
dust by the Japanese regulation
(reference value) etc.
ACGIH ppm (mg/m
3
)
10.0mg/m
3
as the kyuunyuusei dust not
classified to other categories, etc.
(reference value)
8.2 ENGINEERING MEASURES
Local extract ventilation is recommended where dust and fly are generated
by cutting or processing Carbon Fiber. Filter in ventilation is requested to prevent
dust and fly from being discharged into open air.
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8.3 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
8.3.1 Respiratory protection: Adequate respirator is suggested to keep from inhaling dust
and fly particles.
8.3.2 Eye protection: Adequate protective goggles are suggested to keep eyes from dust
and fly.
8.3.3 Hand, skin and body protection: Adequate protective gloves are suggested to keep
skin from dust and fly.
9. PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance : Black fiber
Odor : None
Density : 1.6~2.0 Boiling point : N/A
Melting point : N/A Vapor pressure : N/A
Vapor density : N/A Solubility(%) : In soluble
in water: N/A
in others: N/A
Volatility : N/A Others : N/A
10. STABILITY & REACTIVITY (PHYSICAL HAZARD)
Flash point : None
Spontaneous ignition temperature : None
Explosion limit (%) : None
Upper: None
Lower: None Combustibility: Not Spontaneous Reactivity with water: None
Flammability : N/A Dust explosion: N/A
Oxidizibility : Oxidized by strong oxidizer. Stable for other chemicals Self-reactivity : None
Oxidation can progress slowly and become red-hot when exposed to high temperatures greater
than 240 C in air.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute toxicity: N/A
Sub-chronic toxicity: N/A
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Chronic toxicity: N/A
Carcinogenic effects: No silicosis case has been reported on inhalation test with mouse.
Mutagenic effects: In one component of Sizing Agent, Bisphenol A epoxy resin, the mutagenic
effect on a microbe is recognized.
Irritant properties: Contact with fly or dust can cause skin irritation.
Teratogenic effects: N/A
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Biodegradability: N/A
Bioaccumulation: N/A
Fish toxicity: N/A
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION
13.1 In case of disposal, this product must be treated as industrial waste, separated from
public waste.
13.2 This product should not be incinerated. Carbon fiber can not be incinerated well by a general
incinerator, and the fibrous fragments, which may be generated by insufficient incineration,
may cause the short-circuiting of electrical equipment.
14. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
N/A
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Regulatory/Classification
Reg. Info. Substance Name Allowed Concentration
TSCA (USA) No. N/A 7440-44-0
Carbon Fiber
N/A N/A
EINECS No. N/A N/A N/A N/A
California Proposition 65 N/A N/A N/A N/A
FDA N/A N/A N/A N/A
UL N/A N/A N/A N/A
CAS N/A 7440-44-0 N/A N/A
REACH Article Only Carbon Fiber N/A N/A
OSHA N/A N/A N/A N/A
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16. OTHER INFORMATION INCLUDING DATE OF PREPARATION OF LAST REVISION:
SDS NUMBER. : CFA-005 SDS-3
Document History:
Date: Dec. 3, 1999
Rev: December 2, 2008
Reviewed: January 31, 2012
Revised June 29, 2015
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presented in good faith and believed to be correct as of the date hereof, Toray Carbon Fibers
America Inc. makes no representations as to the completeness or accuracy thereof. Information is
supplied upon the condition that the persons receiving it will make their own determination as to
its suitability for their purposes prior to use. In no event will Toray Carbon Fibers America Inc. be
responsible for damages of any nature whatsoever resulting from the use of or reliance upon
information. NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARR ANTIES, EITHER EXPRESS OR
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