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Safe Use Instruction Sheet (SUIS) for AIREX
C70/C71
In line with Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 & GHS Page 1 of 4 revised: March 1
st
, 2023
GM–SDS-001
www.3ACcorematerials.com
Europe Middle East India Africa
Airex AG
5643 Sins, Switzerland
T +41 41 789 66 00
corematerials@3AComposites.com
North America South America
Baltek Inc.
High Point, NC 27261, USA
T +1 336 398 1900
corematerials.americas@3AComposites.com
Asia Australia New Zealand
3A Composites (China) Ltd.
201201 Shanghai, China
T +86 21 585 86 006
corematerials.asia@3AComposites.com
0. General information
According to the United Nations Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS), GHS applies
to pure substances and their dilute solutions and to mixtures. Articles as defined in the Hazard Communication Standard (29
CFD 1910.1200) of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration of the United States of America, or by similar definition,
are outside the scope of the system.
Also the European Regulation (ER) on Chemicals No. 1907/2006 (REACH) enforced on June 1
st
, 2007 does only require Mate-
rial Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for hazardous substances or preparations not for articles.
All AIREX
products meet the definition of Article under the United Nations Globally Harmonized System of Classification and
Labelling of Chemicals (GHS), the European Union (EU) Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals
(REACH) Standard, United States (US) Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) Hazard Communication
Standard, Canadian Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Regulation and Australian Work Health and
Safety (WHS) Regulation.
Therefore, under normal usage of the AIREX
products, no Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is legally required.
To support our customers with additional data on safe handling and use instructions for our manufactured articles this Safe Use
Instruction Sheet was created.
1. Identification of substance / preparation and of the company
AIREX
C70/C71 Rigid foam
(C70.40, C70.48, C70.55, C70.75, C70.90, C70.130, C70.200, C70.250, C71.55, C71.75, C71.90, C71.130)
Use of substance / preparation: Core material in sandwich constructions
Company identification: Airex AG
5643 Sins, Switzerland
Tel +41 41 789 66 00
2. Hazards identification
AIREX
C70/C71 does not constitute any risk to public health and environment if it is used as intended.
Possible health issues:
– Harmful to health due to inhaling vapour and dust that may be produced by sawing, grinding and thermoforming.
– Harmful to health due to ingesting dust that may be produced by grinding and sawing.
The foam is highly resistive: it could be loaded electrically in particular after machining.
3. Composition / Information on ingredients
Rigid polymeric foam on the basis of Polyvinylchloride modified by an interpenetrating polymer network with aromatic amides.
Blowing agent: Carbon dioxide (CO
2 / produced by the reaction of water with isocyanate components), N 2.
Further ingredients: Residues of chemical blowing agent (including Diazene- 1,2-dicarboxamide (C,C’-
azodi (formamide)) (ADCA, CAS -Nr. 123- 77-3) (< 0.5% w/w).
Organic colour pigments. Stabilisers.
4. First aid measures
Inhalation of processing fumes: Move victim to fresh air; obtain medical attention if irritation persists.
Inhalation of gases in case of fire: Move victim to fresh air and obtain medical attention.
Skin contact: Wash with water.
Eye contact: Flush with water if irritation develops.
Ingestion: No special measures required. Seek medical attention if symptoms develop.
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Airex AG, 5643 Sins, Switzerland
5. Fire-fighting measures
Suitable extinguishing media: Foam, water spray, extinguishing powder, carbon dioxide.
Extinguishing media which must not be used: Direct water jet.
Hazardous combustion products: Hydrogen chloride (HCl) and hydrogen cyanide (HCN), CO, CO
2.
Use respiratory protection independent of recirculated air.
6. Accidental release measures
No special measures required.
7. Handling and storage
Handling: It must be ensured that there is good ventilation and suction on the processing machines
and where dust development may occur.
Storage: Stow indoor. Stow away from immediate and dangerous sources of ignition.
Possibility of electrostatic charges when stored in very dry areas.
8. Exposure control / personal protection
General protection measures:
Sufficient air circulation is required during processing. The exhaust air must not be recirculated. If the workstation cannot be
sufficiently ventilated, it is imperative that respiratory protection (A2P3 filter) is worn.
Workstation threshold values:
Dust Source Value type Value (mg/m
3
) Remarks
SUVA MAC values 10 Inhalable particles
Gasses / Vapours Source Value type Value (mg/m
3
) Remarks
Tetramethylsuccinonitrile SUVA MAC values 3
Methacrylnitrile SUVA MAC values 3
Personal protection equipment
Respiratory protection: Effective breathing mask
Hand protection: Gloves
Eye protection: Goggles
9. Physical and chemical properties
Physical state / form: Polymer foam sheet with visible cell structure.
Colour: Various, depending on density.
Glass transition temperature: 65 to 80 C ISO 537
Decomposition temperature: > 220 C
Flash ignition temperature: >380 C ASTM D 1929
Density: 30 – 300 kg/m
3
ISO 845
Solubility: Insoluble in: Water, sea water, acids, alkalis, aliphatic hydrocarbons
Soluble in: Aromatic hydrocarbons, Ketones, chlorinated hydrocarbons
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10. Stability and reactivity
General information: Stable under normal conditions
Conditions to avoid: High temperatures (> 180 C)
Materials to avoid: Not applicable.
Flammability class S: S4 (DIN 5510 -2 ed 2009)
Dangerous decomposition Tetramethylsuccinonitrile (TMSN)
products: Methacrylnitrile
Isobutyronitrile
Hydrogen chloride (HCl)
Hydrogen cyanide (HCN) in small amounts
Carbon monoxide (CO)
Carbon dioxide (CO
2)
11. Toxicological information
Toxicological tests: No data available.
Experience with man:
Skin contact: Grinding dust may cause irritation to people with sensitive skin.
Eye contact: Dust may cause irritation.
Inhalation: Dust may cause irritation of respiration tract. Dizziness, nausea and headaches may
occur if processing (sawing, grinding or tempering) is performed without sufficient
ventilation and respiratory protection over several hours in small, poorly ventilated areas.
Ingestion: No symptoms known.
12. Ecological information
Ecotoxicity: The total amount of all heavy metals is <100 mg/kg [ppm].
Mobility: Not soluble in water, therefore effects on groundwater are unlikely.
Persistence and degradability : Biologically not degradable.
13. Disposal considerations
Subject to legislation by local authorities, the product can be disposed of together with domestic refuse and industrial waste.
Waste and residues can be incinerated in a plant equipped with flue gas washing, together with domestic waste.
14. Transport information
Railroad RID No restriction.
Road ADR No restriction.
Sea IMDG Code No restriction.
Air ICAO-TI/IATA-DGR No restriction.
UN-Classification Not required.
15. Regulatory information
AIREX
C70/C71 rigid plastic foam does not require marking under the following directives or is not concerned by the following
regulations:
- Europe: Directive 67/548/EWG, ( DSD ), Directive 1999/45/EC, ( DPD ), Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 ( CLP ).
- US: OSHA .29 CFR 1910.1200 and .49 CFR 171.8 (EPA 40 CFR 117) spill, leak and disposal regulations of the US Depart-
ment of Transportation.
- Canada: WHMIS and TDG.
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C70/C71
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16. Other information
This Safe Use Instruction Sheet (SUIS) replaces the issue released on August 8
th
, 2022 .
The information given in this document is accurate to the best of our knowledge, but without any guarantee. It is given in good
faith based on the current state of knowledge and experience. It is issued in respect of safety requirements and does not pur-
pose to provide information on the quality of the material.
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SAFETY DATA SHEET
ProBalsa Issue date: 2015-06-01 Revised: 2015-06-01
Revision: 0 Page 1(4)
Tel +1 972-228-7600
Fax +1 972-228-2667
E-mail: info@us.diabgroup.com
Web Site: www.diabgroup.com
1.IDENTIFICATION
Product name:
Supplier:
Contact:
ProBalsa
Wood panel balsa, finished
DIAB Americas LP
315 Seahawk Drive
DeSoto, Texas 75115
Infotrac at Telephone #:1 -800-535-5053
2.HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Probalsa wood is deemed non -hazardous as defined by OSHA Hazard
Communication Standard 29 CFR1910.1200
Wood dust, a by-product generated from sawing, sanding or machining wood
and wood products, is considered hazardous and is regulated under the
Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200.
3.COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGRE DIENTS
ProBalsa wood is a naturally renewable resource from Balsa trees that have
been trimmed and shaped to provide sheets of end grain wood.
4.FIRST-AID MEASURES
ProBalsa wood is a non -hazardous material. Wood dust can be generated
during the process of sawing, sanding or machining ProBalsa. Wood dust is
hazardous according to OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200
Inhalation: In mild cases of balsa dust inhalation, remove affected
person from the area and into fresh air. In extreme cases,
when breathing is h indered or stopped, immediately call
emergency medical services. If breathing is hindered, give
oxygen. If breathing is stopped administer CPR.
Skin contact: Do not blow off dust, wash with soap and water.
Eye contact: Flush with large quantities of water, including upper and
lower eyelids. Seek medical attention if irritation
persists.
Ingestion: Due to material form and appli cation, ingestion is
considered unlikely. It May result in irritation of the
digestive tract.
SAFETY DATA SHEET
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Tel +1 972-228-7600
Fax +1 972-228-2667
E-mail: info@us.diabgroup.com
Web Site: www.diabgroup.com
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Flash Point Greater than 400 F (200 C)
[ASTM D1929]
Auto-ignition Greater than 750 F (400 C)
Flammability Limits in Air not determined
Hazardous Decomposition Products None known
Extinguishing Media Water, water Fog, C0
2
, dry
chemical
Special Fire Fighting Procedures None
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards Product may smolder unless
doused with water
Oxygen Index 24
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Spills Not Applicable (Solid Wood form)
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Dust collection equipment should be used when machining large quantities of
material. Floor dust may be collected with normal ship vacuum or by
sweeping.
Product is combustible. Use reasonable care and caution
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Effects of Overexposure: Eyes Dust contact with eyes c an
cause mild irritation, redness,
tearing
Skin – Exposure causes no known
effect
Breathing – Excessive inhalation
of dust from product can cause
asphyxiation due to coating the
lung tissues
Swallowing – No adverse health
effect known
Effects of Chronic Exposure: No adverse chronic health effects
are known for this product, but
enhanced allergic conditions may
occur for certain people. We do
not know of any medical
conditions that might be
aggravated by exposure to this
product
SAFETY DATA SHEET
ProBalsa Issue date: 2015-06-01 Revised: 2015-06-01 Revision: 0 Page 3 (4)
Tel +1 972-228-7600
Fax +1 972-228-2667
E-mail: info@us.diabgroup.com
Web Site: www.diabgroup.com
Protective Equipment to be Used
Respiratory Protection: Where use results in generation
of dust from product, use of
dust/mist respirator is
recommended.
Ventilation: Where use results in generation
of dust from product, provid e
sufficient mechanical (general
and/or local exhaust) ventilation
or vacuum assisted dust
collection to prevent explosive
concentrations of airborne dust
from developing.
Protective Clothing: Gloves not necessary. Normal
work clothes covering arms and
legs.
Eye Protection: Goggles are recommended in those
cases where use results in
generation of dust.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Light brown wood grain material in sheet form.
Boiling Point N/A
Vapor Pressure N/A
Vapor Density Solid, not applicable
Specific Gravity 0.06 – 0.30
Evaporation Rate N/A
Percent Volatile by Volume N/A
Solubility in Water by Weight N/A
Description Light brown, wood grain
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Stability: Stable
Incompatibility (Avoid Contact With): Strong oxidizers can cause
ignition and subsequent
burning.
Conditions to Avoid: Exposure to open flame or
excessive heat.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon
dioxide, and traces of low
molecular weight hydrocarbons
and organic acids.
SAFETY DATA SHEET
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Tel +1 972-228-7600
Fax +1 972-228-2667
E-mail: info@us.diabgroup.com
Web Site: www.diabgroup.com
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORM ATION
No known hazards by handling the product at normal temperatures.
Dust collection equipment should be used when machining large quantities of
material. Floor dust may be collected with normal ship vacuum or by
sweeping.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATI ON
ProBalsa is considered not to be harmful. The product is not soluble in
water.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATI ONS
Balsa wood or dust does not contain any known hazardous substance.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
No known restrictions for Air, Sea, Rail or Ground transportation.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATI ON
D.O.T. Hazard Classification: ORM-C no label required
16. OTHER INFORMATION
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS BASED ON DATA CONSIDERED TO BE ACCURATE. WHILE
THE INFORMATION IS BELIEVED TO BE RELIABLE, NO WARRANTY IS EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED
REGARDING THE ACCURACY OF THIS DATA OR THE RESULTS TO BE OBTAINED FROM THE USE
THEREOF. SINCE THE USE OF T HIS INFORMATION AND THE CONDITIONS AND USE OF THIS
PRODUCT ARE CONTROLLED BY THE USER, IT IS THE USER S OBLIGATION TO DETERMINE THE
CONDITIONS FOR SAFE USE OF THIS PRODUCT.
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1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY INFORMATION
1.1 Product Name: EasyFlow Infusion Media (all variations)
1.2 Product description: A deformable engineered thermoplastic core designed for
use as a flow media in RTM, RTM Light, VARTM and
Vacuum Infusion processes.
1.3 Manufacturer: Scott & Fyfe Limited
1.4 Contact details: Links Road
Tayport
Fife
Scotland
DD6 9EE
Tel: +44 (0) 1382 554 000
Fax: +44 (0) 1382 554 005
2. COMPOSITION
Component name
Wt. %
Polypropylene (homopolymer) 99.3
Process Lubricant 0.7
3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
This product is considered to be a low risk product and not significantly hazardous. The
components of the product construction are classified as follows:
3.1 Polypropylene:
The molten product adheres to the skin and causes thermal burns.
3.2 Lubricant (unlikely to constitute any hazard in such low application quantities).
Amixture of selected fattyacid polyglycol ethers. Harmful if swallowed or in contact
with eyes. Highly unlikely to present any hazard given the very low applied level.
4. FIRST AID
Inhalation:
Remove from scene of exposure to fresh air. Incase of excessive inhalation of fumes, dust or
fibres call for medical help.
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
SCOTT & FYFE LIMITED
Manufacturers of Glassfibre and Technical Fabrics
LINKS ROAD: TAYPORT: FIFE
SCOTLAND: DD6 9EE
Telephone +44 (0) 1382 554 000 Facsimile +44 (0) 1382 554 005
Updated 27.01.14 Page 2of4
Skin contact:
Wash with lukewarm soapy water. If skin irritation occurs consult a doctor.
Eye contact:
Flush in running water (for at least 10 minutes) and consult a doctor if necessary.
Ingestion:
Ingestion of this material is unlikely. If it does occur, watch the person for several days to
make sure that intestinal blockage does not occur.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
In the case of fire Polypropylene material is combustible.
Extinguishing media:
Water
Foam
CO2
Powder
Specific hazards:
Combustible
(polypropylene)
In a fire, the polymer melts, producingdrops that maypropagate fire.
Possible build-up of electrical charges, which could cause a fire byelectrical
discharges.
Primarycombustion products are carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, organic acids,
aldehydes, alcohols and water. Other undetermined compounds could be released in
small quantities.
It is recommended that appropriate personal protective equipment be worn in the event of a
fire.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
For protective measures see section 8.
Cleanup methods:
Collect the product with suitable means avoiding dust formation. Place the material into a
closed and labelled container. For disposal methods, refer to section 13.
Environmental protection:
Prevent discharges into the environment (sewers, rivers, soils, etc.).
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling:
No special precautions required when handling but advisable to wear gloves and or a suitable
barrier cream
Avoid heating the product above the Polypropylene melt temperature (see section 9).
Storage:
Keep away from ignition and heat sources.
Store away from excessive humidity to prevent damage to the product.
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Other precautions:
Follow the protective measures given in section 8.
Packaging:
Cardboard tube core.
Polythene film outer.
Paper labelling
8. EXPOSURE CONTROL/PERSONAL PROTECTION
8.1 Technical measures:
Use every appropriate means to try to reduce the concentration of fibres likely to cause
irritation.
8.2 Exposure control:
No special precautions required.
8.3 Personal protection:
Respiratory protection:
No special precautions required- normal air circulation. In instance of very high levels of use it
is recommended that a good level of air flow/ circulation is present.
Skin protection:
Normal good practice is recommended- work overalls and gloves. Although no hazard is
anticipated, some individuals can be sensitised to extremely low concentrations of finishes.
Eye protection:
Safety glasses.
Work and hygiene practice:
Normal work and hygiene practices should be satisfactory.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES:
Physical state: Solid.
Form: Polypropylene knitted core
Colour: Natural/ white
Odor/Odour: Odorless/Odourless.
Change of state: Polypropylene: Melting point from 155-165 C.
Solubility: Polypropylene is insoluble in water.
The very small proportion of lubricant is water soluble
Decomposition: Decomposition of polypropylene will occur at 250 C (for sustained
period of exposure),
Flammability: Class of combustion:BZ2 (short ignition and quick extinction) For PP
only.
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10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable under normal conditions of use.
Conditions to avoid:Heating the product to above the decomposition temperature of
Polypropylene core material (250 C).
Hazardous decomposition products:
In combustion conditions various products may be released including
carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, organic acids, aldehydes, alcohols
and water. Other undetermined compounds could be released in
small quantities.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
Localised effects:
None Known
Sensitisation:
Some personnel may display allergic reaction to lubricant finish. In the case where an allergy
is confirmed, remove the person from the scene of the exposure.
Long term exposure: Carcinogenic risks
None known
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
The product is not biode
gradable.
Ingestion of solids maycause harm to wildlife due to intestinal mechanical blockage
or starvation from false feeding of satiation.
13. WASTE DISPOSAL
Depending on local regulations, Polymat wastes can be considered as inert waste or as
common industrial waste. As such they can be buried in landfills for these categories.
This product can be destroyed by incineration.
Packaging can be eliminated in units specific to their material type (i.e. plastic, wood, paper,
etc.) and where appropriate, recycled.
14. TRANSPORT
No specific hazards identified.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
This product does not require hazardous product labelling (see section 11).
NOTICE: This material safety data sheet is based upon data considered to be accurate
as at the time of its preparation. Despite our efforts, it may not be up to date or
applicable to the circumstances of any particular case. We are not responsible for any
damage or injury resulting from abnormal use, from failure tofollow appropriate
practices or from hazards inherent in the nature of the product.
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SAFE USE INSTRUCTION SHEET
Creation Date 29-May-2015 Revision Date 09-Jun-2020 Version 4
0. General Information
This Safe Use Instruction Sheet is the document provided by Owens Corning to communicate recommended safe handling and
use instruction for articles not regulated by OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200
1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product Name Continuous Filament Glass Fiber Products: Chopped Strands Mat, Continuous Filament
Mat
Synonyms Chopped Strand Mat, Unifilo , Uniconform , Multiconform , CM1091, CM1099, CM1100,
CM1141, CM-200, CM-220, CM730 X1, CM730 X6, M113, M123, M125, M143, M413, M5,
M6, M6 X1, M705, M710A, M710B, M711, M715, M715 X1, M720, M723, M723A, M723A
X4, M723A X6, M723A X8, M730, M730 X6, M8643, M8643 X7, T750, T754, U101, U527,
U528, U529, U720, U740, U746, U750, U754, U756, U614, U801, U809, U812, U813,
U814, U816, U817, U822, U850, U852, U854, U862, UM1A, UM2A, UM2B, UM5B
Document code OCCM10002
Recommended Use Industrial use, reinforcement of plastic
Company Phone Number + 33 479 75 53 00 (8:00am-5:00pm Central European Time)
E-mail address productcompliance@owenscorning.com
Company Website http://www.owenscorning.com/
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Regulatory Status This product is not classified as hazardous according to OSHA Hazard Communication
Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200.
Continuous Filament Glass Fiber (CFGF) Products are Articles
Articles which meet the definition of 29 CFR 1910.1200 (b)(6)(v) (a manufactured item other
than a fluid or a particle: (i) which is formed to a specific shape or design during
manufacture; (ii) which has an end use function(s) dependent in whole or in part upon its
shape or design during end use; and (iii) which under normal conditions of use does not
release more than very small quantities, e.g. minute or trace amounts of a hazardous
chemical (as determined in paragraph (d) of this section), and does not pose a physical
hazard or health risk to employees) are not regulated by OSHA HazCom Standard
Other Information As manufactured continuous filament glass fibers are non-respirable. May cause temporary
skin and mucous membranes itching due to mechanical abrasion effect of fibers. Under
normal conditions of use, these products may release dust and non-respirable fibers
(Particulates Not Otherwise Regulated). Under severe process conditions (e.g. shredding,
crushing), these products may release very small amount of respirable particulate, some of
which may be fiber-like in terms of l/d ratio (so-called “shards”).
See Section 8 for Exposure Limit Data
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Supplier AddressOwens Corning Composite Materials, LLC
One Owens Corning Parkway
Toledo, Ohio 43659
Manufacturer
Address
Owens Corning Composite Materials, LLC
One Owens Corning Parkway
Toledo, Ohio 43659
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OCCM10002 – Continuous Filament Glass Fiber
Products: Chopped Strands Mat, Continuous Filament
Mat
Revision Date 09-Jun-2020
CFGF products are made of glass which is given a specific shape (filament) and dimension (filament diameter). A surface
treatment (sizing) is applied to the filaments which are gathered to form a strand. The strand is further processed into a specific
product design according to the downstream use of the article. The sizing is a mixture of chemicals, i.e. coupling agent, film former
and polymeric resin/emulsion. The sizing content is usually below 3%
For Chopped Strand Mat (CSM) and Continuous Filament Mat (CFM) products, a binder is applied in a secondary step to form the
mat. The binder is a mixture of polymeric resin and surfactant. The content of sizing and binder is usually below 15% of the product
weight
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Description of First Aid Measures
Eye contact DO NOT rub or scratch eyes
Immediately flush with plenty of water. After initial flushing, remove any contact lenses and
continue flushing for at least 15 minutes
If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention
Skin contact Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of cold water
DO NOT use warm water because this will open up the pores of the skin, which will cause
further penetration of fibers and dust
DO NOT rub or scratch affected area
Use a wash cloth to help remove fibers and dust
If fibers are seen penetrating from the skin, the fibers can be removed by applying and
removing adhesive tape so that the fibers adhere to the tape and are pulled out of the skin
If skin irritation persists, call a physician
Inhalation Move victim to fresh air
If symptoms persist, call a physician
Ingestion Rinse mouth with water and drink water to remove fibers from the throat
If symptoms persist, call a physician
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Flammable properties Continuous Filament Glass Fiber products are not flammable, are incombustible and do
not support combustion. Only the organic part is combustible and could release small
quantities of undetermined hazardous substances in case of major and prolonged heat or
fire
Suitable extinguishing media Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam
Water spray or fog
Protective equipment and
precautions for firefighters
As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full fire-fighting
protective gear
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions Avoid contact with eyes and skin
Avoid creating dust
Use personal protections recommended in Section 8
Methods for cleaning up Avoid dry sweeping
Avoid creating dust
Take up mechanically, placing in appropriate containers for disposal
Pick up and transfer to properly labeled containers
Use an industrial vacuum cleaner with a high efficiency filter to clean up dust and fiber
contamination
After cleaning, flush away traces with water
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OCCM10002 – Continuous Filament Glass Fiber
Products: Chopped Strands Mat, Continuous Filament
Mat
Revision Date 09-Jun-2020
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling Prevent and/or minimize dust formation
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment in case of direct contact with the product
Storage Conditions Keep product in packaging until use to minimize potential dust generation
Incompatible materials None known
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Guidelines
As manufactured continuous filament glass fibers are non-respirable. May cause temporary skin and mucous membranes itching
due to mechanical abrasion effect of fibers. Under normal conditions of use, these products may release dust and non-respirable
fibers (Particulates Not Otherwise Regulated). Under severe process conditions (e.g. shredding, crushing), these products may
release very small amount of respirable particulate, some of which may be fiber-like in terms of l/d ratio (so-called “shards”).
Chemical name ACGIH TLV OSHA PEL NIOSH REL
Continuous filament glass fiber,
non-respirable
–
TWA: 1 fiber/cm3 respirable fibers:
length >5 m, diameter less than 3
m, aspect ratio >=3:1, as
determined by the membrane filter
method at 400-450X magnification
[4-mm objective], using
phase-contrast illumination
TWA: 5 mg/m
3
inhalable particulate
matter
– –
OSHA PEL: TWA for Inert or Nuisance Dust are: 5 mg/m
3
(Respirable fraction) and 15 mg/m
3
(Total dust)
Engineering Controls Provide local exhaust and/or general ventilation to maintain exposure below regulatory and
recommended limits Local exhaust ventilation should be provided at areas of cutting, milling
or other similar processing to remove airborne dust and fibers
Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection Wear safety glasses with side shields (or goggles)
Skin and body protection Wear protective gloves
Wear long-sleeved shirt and long pants
Respiratory protection If exposure limits are exceeded, wear appropriate respiratory protections (e.g.: FFP2 or
N95 or KN95) to be chosen according to the actual airborne exposure level and in
accordance with applicable local regulations
General Hygiene Considerations Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling products
Remove and wash contaminated clothing before re-use
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Physical state Solid
Appearance Mat of glass fibers with filament diameter larger than 6 micron
Odor Odorless
Color White, or, Off-white
Water solubility Insoluble in water
Softening point > 800 C ; > 1500 F (glass)
Density 2.6 (glass)
Explosive properties
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Not an explosive
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OCCM10002 – Continuous Filament Glass Fiber
Products: Chopped Strands Mat, Continuous Filament
Mat
Revision Date 09-Jun-2020
Stability Stable under normal conditions
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions None under normal processing conditions
Hazardous Decomposition Products None under normal use conditions
Small quantities of undetermined hazardous decomposition products may be released in
case of heat exposure or during a fire
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Product Information Dusts and fibers may cause temporary skin and mucous membranes itching due to
mechanical abrasion effect of fibers. Mechanical abrasion is not considered as a health
hazard in the meaning of the UN Globally Harmonized System of Classification and
Labeling of Chemicals (GHS). Inhalation may cause coughing, nose and throat irritation and
sneezing. High exposures may cause difficult breathing, congestion and chest tightness
Continuous filament glass fibers are not respirable according to the World Health
Organization (WHO) definition. Respirable fibers have a diameter (d) smaller than 3 m, a
length (l) larger than 5 m and a l/d-ratio larger than or equal to 3. Fibers with diameters
greater than 3 microns, which is the case for continuous filament glass fiber, do not reach
the lower respiratory tract and, therefore have no possibility of causing serious pulmonary
disease. Continuous filament glass fibers do not possess cleavage planes which would
allow them to split length-wise into fibers with smaller diameters, rather they break across
the fiber, resulting in fibers which are of the same diameter as the original fiber with a
shorter length and a small amount of dust. Microscopic examination of dust from highly
chopped and pulverised glass demonstrated the presence of small amounts of respirable
dust particles. Among these respirable particles, some were fiber-like in terms of l/d ratio
(so-called shards ). It can be clearly observed however that they are not regular shaped
fibers but irregular shaped particles with fiber-like dimensions. To the best of our
knowledge, the exposure levels of these fiber-like dust particles measured at our
manufacturing plants are of the order of magnitude between 50 to 1000 below existing
applicable limits
ACGIH (American Conference of
Governmental Industrial Hygienists)
Continuous filament glass fibers are classified as A4 – Not Classifiable as a Human
Carcinogen
IARC (International Agency for
Research on Cancer)
The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) in June, 1987, and in October,
2001 (see IARC Monographs on the Evaluation of Carcinogenic risks to humans
Man-made Vitreous Fibers Volume 81), categorized continuous filament fiber glass as not
classifiable with respect to human carcinogenicity (Group 3). The evidence from human as
well as animal studies was evaluated by IARC as insufficient to classify continuous filament
glass fiber as a confirmed, probable or even possible cancer-causing material
NTP (National Toxicology Program)Continuous filament glass fibers are not listed in the National Toxicology Program (NTP)
Report on Carcinogens (latest edition)
OSHA (Occupational Safety and
Health Administration of the US
Department of Labor)
X – Present
Classification according to
Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]
Continuous filament glass fibers are not listed in the Table of harmonized classification
entries in Annex VI to CLP Regulation.
Mechanical abrasion is not considered as a health hazard in the meaning of European
Regulation 1272/2008 (CLP).
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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This product is not expected to be hazardous for the environment
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
OCCM10002 – Continuous Filament Glass Fiber
Products: Chopped Strands Mat, Continuous Filament
Mat
Revision Date 09-Jun-2020
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Continuous filament glass fiber waste is a non hazardous waste. Disposal should be in accordance with applicable regional,
national and local laws and regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
These products are not classified as dangerous goods according to international transport regulations
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
International Inventories Continuous filament glass fiber products are articles. Articles are exempted from
registration or listing under chemicals inventories like TSCA (USA), DSL/NDSL (CAN),
REACH (EU), ENCS (JP), IECSC (CN), KECL (KR), PICCS (PH), AICS (AUS), TCSI
(Taiwan)
California Proposition 65 This product is not regulated under California Proposition 65
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Prepared By FCs
Creation Date 29-May-2015
Revision Date 09-Jun-2020
Disclaimer
Reasonable care has been taken in the preparation of this information, but the manufacturer makes no warranty of merchantability
or any other warranty, expressed or implied, with respect to this information. The manufacturer makes no representations and
assumes no liability for any direct, incidental or consequential damages resulting from its use
End of Safe Use Instruction Sheet
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SAFE USE INSTRUCTION SHEET
Creation Date 29-May-2015 Revision Date 09-Jun-2020 Version 4
0. General Information
This Safe Use Instruction Sheet is the document provided by Owens Corning to communicate recommended safe handling and
use instruction for articles not regulated by OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200
1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product Name Continuous Filament Glass Fiber Products: Chopped Strands Mat, Continuous Filament
Mat
Synonyms Chopped Strand Mat, Unifilo , Uniconform , Multiconform , CM1091, CM1099, CM1100,
CM1141, CM-200, CM-220, CM730 X1, CM730 X6, M113, M123, M125, M143, M413, M5,
M6, M6 X1, M705, M710A, M710B, M711, M715, M715 X1, M720, M723, M723A, M723A
X4, M723A X6, M723A X8, M730, M730 X6, M8643, M8643 X7, T750, T754, U101, U527,
U528, U529, U720, U740, U746, U750, U754, U756, U614, U801, U809, U812, U813,
U814, U816, U817, U822, U850, U852, U854, U862, UM1A, UM2A, UM2B, UM5B
Document code OCCM10002
Recommended Use Industrial use, reinforcement of plastic
Company Phone Number + 33 479 75 53 00 (8:00am-5:00pm Central European Time)
E-mail address productcompliance@owenscorning.com
Company Website http://www.owenscorning.com/
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Regulatory Status This product is not classified as hazardous according to OSHA Hazard Communication
Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200.
Continuous Filament Glass Fiber (CFGF) Products are Articles
Articles which meet the definition of 29 CFR 1910.1200 (b)(6)(v) (a manufactured item other
than a fluid or a particle: (i) which is formed to a specific shape or design during
manufacture; (ii) which has an end use function(s) dependent in whole or in part upon its
shape or design during end use; and (iii) which under normal conditions of use does not
release more than very small quantities, e.g. minute or trace amounts of a hazardous
chemical (as determined in paragraph (d) of this section), and does not pose a physical
hazard or health risk to employees) are not regulated by OSHA HazCom Standard
Other Information As manufactured continuous filament glass fibers are non-respirable. May cause temporary
skin and mucous membranes itching due to mechanical abrasion effect of fibers. Under
normal conditions of use, these products may release dust and non-respirable fibers
(Particulates Not Otherwise Regulated). Under severe process conditions (e.g. shredding,
crushing), these products may release very small amount of respirable particulate, some of
which may be fiber-like in terms of l/d ratio (so-called “shards”).
See Section 8 for Exposure Limit Data
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Supplier AddressOwens Corning Composite Materials, LLC
One Owens Corning Parkway
Toledo, Ohio 43659
Manufacturer
Address
Owens Corning Composite Materials, LLC
One Owens Corning Parkway
Toledo, Ohio 43659
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
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OCCM10002 – Continuous Filament Glass Fiber
Products: Chopped Strands Mat, Continuous Filament
Mat
Revision Date 09-Jun-2020
CFGF products are made of glass which is given a specific shape (filament) and dimension (filament diameter). A surface
treatment (sizing) is applied to the filaments which are gathered to form a strand. The strand is further processed into a specific
product design according to the downstream use of the article. The sizing is a mixture of chemicals, i.e. coupling agent, film former
and polymeric resin/emulsion. The sizing content is usually below 3%
For Chopped Strand Mat (CSM) and Continuous Filament Mat (CFM) products, a binder is applied in a secondary step to form the
mat. The binder is a mixture of polymeric resin and surfactant. The content of sizing and binder is usually below 15% of the product
weight
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Description of First Aid Measures
Eye contact DO NOT rub or scratch eyes
Immediately flush with plenty of water. After initial flushing, remove any contact lenses and
continue flushing for at least 15 minutes
If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention
Skin contact Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of cold water
DO NOT use warm water because this will open up the pores of the skin, which will cause
further penetration of fibers and dust
DO NOT rub or scratch affected area
Use a wash cloth to help remove fibers and dust
If fibers are seen penetrating from the skin, the fibers can be removed by applying and
removing adhesive tape so that the fibers adhere to the tape and are pulled out of the skin
If skin irritation persists, call a physician
Inhalation Move victim to fresh air
If symptoms persist, call a physician
Ingestion Rinse mouth with water and drink water to remove fibers from the throat
If symptoms persist, call a physician
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Flammable properties Continuous Filament Glass Fiber products are not flammable, are incombustible and do
not support combustion. Only the organic part is combustible and could release small
quantities of undetermined hazardous substances in case of major and prolonged heat or
fire
Suitable extinguishing media Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam
Water spray or fog
Protective equipment and
precautions for firefighters
As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full fire-fighting
protective gear
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions Avoid contact with eyes and skin
Avoid creating dust
Use personal protections recommended in Section 8
Methods for cleaning up Avoid dry sweeping
Avoid creating dust
Take up mechanically, placing in appropriate containers for disposal
Pick up and transfer to properly labeled containers
Use an industrial vacuum cleaner with a high efficiency filter to clean up dust and fiber
contamination
After cleaning, flush away traces with water
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OCCM10002 – Continuous Filament Glass Fiber
Products: Chopped Strands Mat, Continuous Filament
Mat
Revision Date 09-Jun-2020
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling Prevent and/or minimize dust formation
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment in case of direct contact with the product
Storage Conditions Keep product in packaging until use to minimize potential dust generation
Incompatible materials None known
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Guidelines
As manufactured continuous filament glass fibers are non-respirable. May cause temporary skin and mucous membranes itching
due to mechanical abrasion effect of fibers. Under normal conditions of use, these products may release dust and non-respirable
fibers (Particulates Not Otherwise Regulated). Under severe process conditions (e.g. shredding, crushing), these products may
release very small amount of respirable particulate, some of which may be fiber-like in terms of l/d ratio (so-called “shards”).
Chemical name ACGIH TLV OSHA PEL NIOSH REL
Continuous filament glass fiber,
non-respirable
–
TWA: 1 fiber/cm3 respirable fibers:
length >5 m, diameter less than 3
m, aspect ratio >=3:1, as
determined by the membrane filter
method at 400-450X magnification
[4-mm objective], using
phase-contrast illumination
TWA: 5 mg/m
3
inhalable particulate
matter
– –
OSHA PEL: TWA for Inert or Nuisance Dust are: 5 mg/m
3
(Respirable fraction) and 15 mg/m
3
(Total dust)
Engineering Controls Provide local exhaust and/or general ventilation to maintain exposure below regulatory and
recommended limits Local exhaust ventilation should be provided at areas of cutting, milling
or other similar processing to remove airborne dust and fibers
Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection Wear safety glasses with side shields (or goggles)
Skin and body protection Wear protective gloves
Wear long-sleeved shirt and long pants
Respiratory protection If exposure limits are exceeded, wear appropriate respiratory protections (e.g.: FFP2 or
N95 or KN95) to be chosen according to the actual airborne exposure level and in
accordance with applicable local regulations
General Hygiene Considerations Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling products
Remove and wash contaminated clothing before re-use
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Physical state Solid
Appearance Mat of glass fibers with filament diameter larger than 6 micron
Odor Odorless
Color White, or, Off-white
Water solubility Insoluble in water
Softening point > 800 C ; > 1500 F (glass)
Density 2.6 (glass)
Explosive properties
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Not an explosive
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OCCM10002 – Continuous Filament Glass Fiber
Products: Chopped Strands Mat, Continuous Filament
Mat
Revision Date 09-Jun-2020
Stability Stable under normal conditions
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions None under normal processing conditions
Hazardous Decomposition Products None under normal use conditions
Small quantities of undetermined hazardous decomposition products may be released in
case of heat exposure or during a fire
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Product Information Dusts and fibers may cause temporary skin and mucous membranes itching due to
mechanical abrasion effect of fibers. Mechanical abrasion is not considered as a health
hazard in the meaning of the UN Globally Harmonized System of Classification and
Labeling of Chemicals (GHS). Inhalation may cause coughing, nose and throat irritation and
sneezing. High exposures may cause difficult breathing, congestion and chest tightness
Continuous filament glass fibers are not respirable according to the World Health
Organization (WHO) definition. Respirable fibers have a diameter (d) smaller than 3 m, a
length (l) larger than 5 m and a l/d-ratio larger than or equal to 3. Fibers with diameters
greater than 3 microns, which is the case for continuous filament glass fiber, do not reach
the lower respiratory tract and, therefore have no possibility of causing serious pulmonary
disease. Continuous filament glass fibers do not possess cleavage planes which would
allow them to split length-wise into fibers with smaller diameters, rather they break across
the fiber, resulting in fibers which are of the same diameter as the original fiber with a
shorter length and a small amount of dust. Microscopic examination of dust from highly
chopped and pulverised glass demonstrated the presence of small amounts of respirable
dust particles. Among these respirable particles, some were fiber-like in terms of l/d ratio
(so-called shards ). It can be clearly observed however that they are not regular shaped
fibers but irregular shaped particles with fiber-like dimensions. To the best of our
knowledge, the exposure levels of these fiber-like dust particles measured at our
manufacturing plants are of the order of magnitude between 50 to 1000 below existing
applicable limits
ACGIH (American Conference of
Governmental Industrial Hygienists)
Continuous filament glass fibers are classified as A4 – Not Classifiable as a Human
Carcinogen
IARC (International Agency for
Research on Cancer)
The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) in June, 1987, and in October,
2001 (see IARC Monographs on the Evaluation of Carcinogenic risks to humans
Man-made Vitreous Fibers Volume 81), categorized continuous filament fiber glass as not
classifiable with respect to human carcinogenicity (Group 3). The evidence from human as
well as animal studies was evaluated by IARC as insufficient to classify continuous filament
glass fiber as a confirmed, probable or even possible cancer-causing material
NTP (National Toxicology Program)Continuous filament glass fibers are not listed in the National Toxicology Program (NTP)
Report on Carcinogens (latest edition)
OSHA (Occupational Safety and
Health Administration of the US
Department of Labor)
X – Present
Classification according to
Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]
Continuous filament glass fibers are not listed in the Table of harmonized classification
entries in Annex VI to CLP Regulation.
Mechanical abrasion is not considered as a health hazard in the meaning of European
Regulation 1272/2008 (CLP).
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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This product is not expected to be hazardous for the environment
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
OCCM10002 – Continuous Filament Glass Fiber
Products: Chopped Strands Mat, Continuous Filament
Mat
Revision Date 09-Jun-2020
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Continuous filament glass fiber waste is a non hazardous waste. Disposal should be in accordance with applicable regional,
national and local laws and regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
These products are not classified as dangerous goods according to international transport regulations
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
International Inventories Continuous filament glass fiber products are articles. Articles are exempted from
registration or listing under chemicals inventories like TSCA (USA), DSL/NDSL (CAN),
REACH (EU), ENCS (JP), IECSC (CN), KECL (KR), PICCS (PH), AICS (AUS), TCSI
(Taiwan)
California Proposition 65 This product is not regulated under California Proposition 65
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Prepared By FCs
Creation Date 29-May-2015
Revision Date 09-Jun-2020
Disclaimer
Reasonable care has been taken in the preparation of this information, but the manufacturer makes no warranty of merchantability
or any other warranty, expressed or implied, with respect to this information. The manufacturer makes no representations and
assumes no liability for any direct, incidental or consequential damages resulting from its use
End of Safe Use Instruction Sheet
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SAFE USE INSTRUCTION SHEET
Creation Date 29-May-2015 Revision Date 09-Jun-2020 Version 4
0. General Information
This Safe Use Instruction Sheet is the document provided by Owens Corning to communicate recommended safe handling and
use instruction for articles not regulated by OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200
1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product Name Continuous Filament Glass Fiber Products: Chopped Strands Mat, Continuous Filament
Mat
Synonyms Chopped Strand Mat, Unifilo , Uniconform , Multiconform , CM1091, CM1099, CM1100,
CM1141, CM-200, CM-220, CM730 X1, CM730 X6, M113, M123, M125, M143, M413, M5,
M6, M6 X1, M705, M710A, M710B, M711, M715, M715 X1, M720, M723, M723A, M723A
X4, M723A X6, M723A X8, M730, M730 X6, M8643, M8643 X7, T750, T754, U101, U527,
U528, U529, U720, U740, U746, U750, U754, U756, U614, U801, U809, U812, U813,
U814, U816, U817, U822, U850, U852, U854, U862, UM1A, UM2A, UM2B, UM5B
Document code OCCM10002
Recommended Use Industrial use, reinforcement of plastic
Company Phone Number + 33 479 75 53 00 (8:00am-5:00pm Central European Time)
E-mail address productcompliance@owenscorning.com
Company Website http://www.owenscorning.com/
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Regulatory Status This product is not classified as hazardous according to OSHA Hazard Communication
Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200.
Continuous Filament Glass Fiber (CFGF) Products are Articles
Articles which meet the definition of 29 CFR 1910.1200 (b)(6)(v) (a manufactured item other
than a fluid or a particle: (i) which is formed to a specific shape or design during
manufacture; (ii) which has an end use function(s) dependent in whole or in part upon its
shape or design during end use; and (iii) which under normal conditions of use does not
release more than very small quantities, e.g. minute or trace amounts of a hazardous
chemical (as determined in paragraph (d) of this section), and does not pose a physical
hazard or health risk to employees) are not regulated by OSHA HazCom Standard
Other Information As manufactured continuous filament glass fibers are non-respirable. May cause temporary
skin and mucous membranes itching due to mechanical abrasion effect of fibers. Under
normal conditions of use, these products may release dust and non-respirable fibers
(Particulates Not Otherwise Regulated). Under severe process conditions (e.g. shredding,
crushing), these products may release very small amount of respirable particulate, some of
which may be fiber-like in terms of l/d ratio (so-called “shards”).
See Section 8 for Exposure Limit Data
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Supplier AddressOwens Corning Composite Materials, LLC
One Owens Corning Parkway
Toledo, Ohio 43659
Manufacturer
Address
Owens Corning Composite Materials, LLC
One Owens Corning Parkway
Toledo, Ohio 43659
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Page 1 / 5
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
OCCM10002 – Continuous Filament Glass Fiber
Products: Chopped Strands Mat, Continuous Filament
Mat
Revision Date 09-Jun-2020
CFGF products are made of glass which is given a specific shape (filament) and dimension (filament diameter). A surface
treatment (sizing) is applied to the filaments which are gathered to form a strand. The strand is further processed into a specific
product design according to the downstream use of the article. The sizing is a mixture of chemicals, i.e. coupling agent, film former
and polymeric resin/emulsion. The sizing content is usually below 3%
For Chopped Strand Mat (CSM) and Continuous Filament Mat (CFM) products, a binder is applied in a secondary step to form the
mat. The binder is a mixture of polymeric resin and surfactant. The content of sizing and binder is usually below 15% of the product
weight
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Description of First Aid Measures
Eye contact DO NOT rub or scratch eyes
Immediately flush with plenty of water. After initial flushing, remove any contact lenses and
continue flushing for at least 15 minutes
If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention
Skin contact Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of cold water
DO NOT use warm water because this will open up the pores of the skin, which will cause
further penetration of fibers and dust
DO NOT rub or scratch affected area
Use a wash cloth to help remove fibers and dust
If fibers are seen penetrating from the skin, the fibers can be removed by applying and
removing adhesive tape so that the fibers adhere to the tape and are pulled out of the skin
If skin irritation persists, call a physician
Inhalation Move victim to fresh air
If symptoms persist, call a physician
Ingestion Rinse mouth with water and drink water to remove fibers from the throat
If symptoms persist, call a physician
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Flammable properties Continuous Filament Glass Fiber products are not flammable, are incombustible and do
not support combustion. Only the organic part is combustible and could release small
quantities of undetermined hazardous substances in case of major and prolonged heat or
fire
Suitable extinguishing media Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam
Water spray or fog
Protective equipment and
precautions for firefighters
As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full fire-fighting
protective gear
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions Avoid contact with eyes and skin
Avoid creating dust
Use personal protections recommended in Section 8
Methods for cleaning up Avoid dry sweeping
Avoid creating dust
Take up mechanically, placing in appropriate containers for disposal
Pick up and transfer to properly labeled containers
Use an industrial vacuum cleaner with a high efficiency filter to clean up dust and fiber
contamination
After cleaning, flush away traces with water
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Page 2 / 5
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
OCCM10002 – Continuous Filament Glass Fiber
Products: Chopped Strands Mat, Continuous Filament
Mat
Revision Date 09-Jun-2020
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling Prevent and/or minimize dust formation
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment in case of direct contact with the product
Storage Conditions Keep product in packaging until use to minimize potential dust generation
Incompatible materials None known
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Guidelines
As manufactured continuous filament glass fibers are non-respirable. May cause temporary skin and mucous membranes itching
due to mechanical abrasion effect of fibers. Under normal conditions of use, these products may release dust and non-respirable
fibers (Particulates Not Otherwise Regulated). Under severe process conditions (e.g. shredding, crushing), these products may
release very small amount of respirable particulate, some of which may be fiber-like in terms of l/d ratio (so-called “shards”).
Chemical name ACGIH TLV OSHA PEL NIOSH REL
Continuous filament glass fiber,
non-respirable
–
TWA: 1 fiber/cm3 respirable fibers:
length >5 m, diameter less than 3
m, aspect ratio >=3:1, as
determined by the membrane filter
method at 400-450X magnification
[4-mm objective], using
phase-contrast illumination
TWA: 5 mg/m
3
inhalable particulate
matter
– –
OSHA PEL: TWA for Inert or Nuisance Dust are: 5 mg/m
3
(Respirable fraction) and 15 mg/m
3
(Total dust)
Engineering Controls Provide local exhaust and/or general ventilation to maintain exposure below regulatory and
recommended limits Local exhaust ventilation should be provided at areas of cutting, milling
or other similar processing to remove airborne dust and fibers
Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection Wear safety glasses with side shields (or goggles)
Skin and body protection Wear protective gloves
Wear long-sleeved shirt and long pants
Respiratory protection If exposure limits are exceeded, wear appropriate respiratory protections (e.g.: FFP2 or
N95 or KN95) to be chosen according to the actual airborne exposure level and in
accordance with applicable local regulations
General Hygiene Considerations Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling products
Remove and wash contaminated clothing before re-use
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Physical state Solid
Appearance Mat of glass fibers with filament diameter larger than 6 micron
Odor Odorless
Color White, or, Off-white
Water solubility Insoluble in water
Softening point > 800 C ; > 1500 F (glass)
Density 2.6 (glass)
Explosive properties
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Not an explosive
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
OCCM10002 – Continuous Filament Glass Fiber
Products: Chopped Strands Mat, Continuous Filament
Mat
Revision Date 09-Jun-2020
Stability Stable under normal conditions
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions None under normal processing conditions
Hazardous Decomposition Products None under normal use conditions
Small quantities of undetermined hazardous decomposition products may be released in
case of heat exposure or during a fire
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Product Information Dusts and fibers may cause temporary skin and mucous membranes itching due to
mechanical abrasion effect of fibers. Mechanical abrasion is not considered as a health
hazard in the meaning of the UN Globally Harmonized System of Classification and
Labeling of Chemicals (GHS). Inhalation may cause coughing, nose and throat irritation and
sneezing. High exposures may cause difficult breathing, congestion and chest tightness
Continuous filament glass fibers are not respirable according to the World Health
Organization (WHO) definition. Respirable fibers have a diameter (d) smaller than 3 m, a
length (l) larger than 5 m and a l/d-ratio larger than or equal to 3. Fibers with diameters
greater than 3 microns, which is the case for continuous filament glass fiber, do not reach
the lower respiratory tract and, therefore have no possibility of causing serious pulmonary
disease. Continuous filament glass fibers do not possess cleavage planes which would
allow them to split length-wise into fibers with smaller diameters, rather they break across
the fiber, resulting in fibers which are of the same diameter as the original fiber with a
shorter length and a small amount of dust. Microscopic examination of dust from highly
chopped and pulverised glass demonstrated the presence of small amounts of respirable
dust particles. Among these respirable particles, some were fiber-like in terms of l/d ratio
(so-called shards ). It can be clearly observed however that they are not regular shaped
fibers but irregular shaped particles with fiber-like dimensions. To the best of our
knowledge, the exposure levels of these fiber-like dust particles measured at our
manufacturing plants are of the order of magnitude between 50 to 1000 below existing
applicable limits
ACGIH (American Conference of
Governmental Industrial Hygienists)
Continuous filament glass fibers are classified as A4 – Not Classifiable as a Human
Carcinogen
IARC (International Agency for
Research on Cancer)
The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) in June, 1987, and in October,
2001 (see IARC Monographs on the Evaluation of Carcinogenic risks to humans
Man-made Vitreous Fibers Volume 81), categorized continuous filament fiber glass as not
classifiable with respect to human carcinogenicity (Group 3). The evidence from human as
well as animal studies was evaluated by IARC as insufficient to classify continuous filament
glass fiber as a confirmed, probable or even possible cancer-causing material
NTP (National Toxicology Program)Continuous filament glass fibers are not listed in the National Toxicology Program (NTP)
Report on Carcinogens (latest edition)
OSHA (Occupational Safety and
Health Administration of the US
Department of Labor)
X – Present
Classification according to
Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]
Continuous filament glass fibers are not listed in the Table of harmonized classification
entries in Annex VI to CLP Regulation.
Mechanical abrasion is not considered as a health hazard in the meaning of European
Regulation 1272/2008 (CLP).
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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This product is not expected to be hazardous for the environment
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
OCCM10002 – Continuous Filament Glass Fiber
Products: Chopped Strands Mat, Continuous Filament
Mat
Revision Date 09-Jun-2020
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Continuous filament glass fiber waste is a non hazardous waste. Disposal should be in accordance with applicable regional,
national and local laws and regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
These products are not classified as dangerous goods according to international transport regulations
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
International Inventories Continuous filament glass fiber products are articles. Articles are exempted from
registration or listing under chemicals inventories like TSCA (USA), DSL/NDSL (CAN),
REACH (EU), ENCS (JP), IECSC (CN), KECL (KR), PICCS (PH), AICS (AUS), TCSI
(Taiwan)
California Proposition 65 This product is not regulated under California Proposition 65
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Prepared By FCs
Creation Date 29-May-2015
Revision Date 09-Jun-2020
Disclaimer
Reasonable care has been taken in the preparation of this information, but the manufacturer makes no warranty of merchantability
or any other warranty, expressed or implied, with respect to this information. The manufacturer makes no representations and
assumes no liability for any direct, incidental or consequential damages resulting from its use
End of Safe Use Instruction Sheet
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SAFE USE INSTRUCTION SHEET
Creation Date 29-May-2015 Revision Date 09-Jun-2020 Version 4
0. General Information
This Safe Use Instruction Sheet is the document provided by Owens Corning to communicate recommended safe handling and
use instruction for articles not regulated by OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200
1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product Name Continuous Filament Glass Fiber Products: Chopped Strands Mat, Continuous Filament
Mat
Synonyms Chopped Strand Mat, Unifilo , Uniconform , Multiconform , CM1091, CM1099, CM1100,
CM1141, CM-200, CM-220, CM730 X1, CM730 X6, M113, M123, M125, M143, M413, M5,
M6, M6 X1, M705, M710A, M710B, M711, M715, M715 X1, M720, M723, M723A, M723A
X4, M723A X6, M723A X8, M730, M730 X6, M8643, M8643 X7, T750, T754, U101, U527,
U528, U529, U720, U740, U746, U750, U754, U756, U614, U801, U809, U812, U813,
U814, U816, U817, U822, U850, U852, U854, U862, UM1A, UM2A, UM2B, UM5B
Document code OCCM10002
Recommended Use Industrial use, reinforcement of plastic
Company Phone Number + 33 479 75 53 00 (8:00am-5:00pm Central European Time)
E-mail address productcompliance@owenscorning.com
Company Website http://www.owenscorning.com/
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Regulatory Status This product is not classified as hazardous according to OSHA Hazard Communication
Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200.
Continuous Filament Glass Fiber (CFGF) Products are Articles
Articles which meet the definition of 29 CFR 1910.1200 (b)(6)(v) (a manufactured item other
than a fluid or a particle: (i) which is formed to a specific shape or design during
manufacture; (ii) which has an end use function(s) dependent in whole or in part upon its
shape or design during end use; and (iii) which under normal conditions of use does not
release more than very small quantities, e.g. minute or trace amounts of a hazardous
chemical (as determined in paragraph (d) of this section), and does not pose a physical
hazard or health risk to employees) are not regulated by OSHA HazCom Standard
Other Information As manufactured continuous filament glass fibers are non-respirable. May cause temporary
skin and mucous membranes itching due to mechanical abrasion effect of fibers. Under
normal conditions of use, these products may release dust and non-respirable fibers
(Particulates Not Otherwise Regulated). Under severe process conditions (e.g. shredding,
crushing), these products may release very small amount of respirable particulate, some of
which may be fiber-like in terms of l/d ratio (so-called “shards”).
See Section 8 for Exposure Limit Data
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Supplier AddressOwens Corning Composite Materials, LLC
One Owens Corning Parkway
Toledo, Ohio 43659
Manufacturer
Address
Owens Corning Composite Materials, LLC
One Owens Corning Parkway
Toledo, Ohio 43659
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
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OCCM10002 – Continuous Filament Glass Fiber
Products: Chopped Strands Mat, Continuous Filament
Mat
Revision Date 09-Jun-2020
CFGF products are made of glass which is given a specific shape (filament) and dimension (filament diameter). A surface
treatment (sizing) is applied to the filaments which are gathered to form a strand. The strand is further processed into a specific
product design according to the downstream use of the article. The sizing is a mixture of chemicals, i.e. coupling agent, film former
and polymeric resin/emulsion. The sizing content is usually below 3%
For Chopped Strand Mat (CSM) and Continuous Filament Mat (CFM) products, a binder is applied in a secondary step to form the
mat. The binder is a mixture of polymeric resin and surfactant. The content of sizing and binder is usually below 15% of the product
weight
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Description of First Aid Measures
Eye contact DO NOT rub or scratch eyes
Immediately flush with plenty of water. After initial flushing, remove any contact lenses and
continue flushing for at least 15 minutes
If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention
Skin contact Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of cold water
DO NOT use warm water because this will open up the pores of the skin, which will cause
further penetration of fibers and dust
DO NOT rub or scratch affected area
Use a wash cloth to help remove fibers and dust
If fibers are seen penetrating from the skin, the fibers can be removed by applying and
removing adhesive tape so that the fibers adhere to the tape and are pulled out of the skin
If skin irritation persists, call a physician
Inhalation Move victim to fresh air
If symptoms persist, call a physician
Ingestion Rinse mouth with water and drink water to remove fibers from the throat
If symptoms persist, call a physician
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Flammable properties Continuous Filament Glass Fiber products are not flammable, are incombustible and do
not support combustion. Only the organic part is combustible and could release small
quantities of undetermined hazardous substances in case of major and prolonged heat or
fire
Suitable extinguishing media Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam
Water spray or fog
Protective equipment and
precautions for firefighters
As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full fire-fighting
protective gear
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions Avoid contact with eyes and skin
Avoid creating dust
Use personal protections recommended in Section 8
Methods for cleaning up Avoid dry sweeping
Avoid creating dust
Take up mechanically, placing in appropriate containers for disposal
Pick up and transfer to properly labeled containers
Use an industrial vacuum cleaner with a high efficiency filter to clean up dust and fiber
contamination
After cleaning, flush away traces with water
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_____________________________________________________________________________________________
OCCM10002 – Continuous Filament Glass Fiber
Products: Chopped Strands Mat, Continuous Filament
Mat
Revision Date 09-Jun-2020
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling Prevent and/or minimize dust formation
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment in case of direct contact with the product
Storage Conditions Keep product in packaging until use to minimize potential dust generation
Incompatible materials None known
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Guidelines
As manufactured continuous filament glass fibers are non-respirable. May cause temporary skin and mucous membranes itching
due to mechanical abrasion effect of fibers. Under normal conditions of use, these products may release dust and non-respirable
fibers (Particulates Not Otherwise Regulated). Under severe process conditions (e.g. shredding, crushing), these products may
release very small amount of respirable particulate, some of which may be fiber-like in terms of l/d ratio (so-called “shards”).
Chemical name ACGIH TLV OSHA PEL NIOSH REL
Continuous filament glass fiber,
non-respirable
–
TWA: 1 fiber/cm3 respirable fibers:
length >5 m, diameter less than 3
m, aspect ratio >=3:1, as
determined by the membrane filter
method at 400-450X magnification
[4-mm objective], using
phase-contrast illumination
TWA: 5 mg/m
3
inhalable particulate
matter
– –
OSHA PEL: TWA for Inert or Nuisance Dust are: 5 mg/m
3
(Respirable fraction) and 15 mg/m
3
(Total dust)
Engineering Controls Provide local exhaust and/or general ventilation to maintain exposure below regulatory and
recommended limits Local exhaust ventilation should be provided at areas of cutting, milling
or other similar processing to remove airborne dust and fibers
Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection Wear safety glasses with side shields (or goggles)
Skin and body protection Wear protective gloves
Wear long-sleeved shirt and long pants
Respiratory protection If exposure limits are exceeded, wear appropriate respiratory protections (e.g.: FFP2 or
N95 or KN95) to be chosen according to the actual airborne exposure level and in
accordance with applicable local regulations
General Hygiene Considerations Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling products
Remove and wash contaminated clothing before re-use
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Physical state Solid
Appearance Mat of glass fibers with filament diameter larger than 6 micron
Odor Odorless
Color White, or, Off-white
Water solubility Insoluble in water
Softening point > 800 C ; > 1500 F (glass)
Density 2.6 (glass)
Explosive properties
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Not an explosive
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OCCM10002 – Continuous Filament Glass Fiber
Products: Chopped Strands Mat, Continuous Filament
Mat
Revision Date 09-Jun-2020
Stability Stable under normal conditions
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions None under normal processing conditions
Hazardous Decomposition Products None under normal use conditions
Small quantities of undetermined hazardous decomposition products may be released in
case of heat exposure or during a fire
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Product Information Dusts and fibers may cause temporary skin and mucous membranes itching due to
mechanical abrasion effect of fibers. Mechanical abrasion is not considered as a health
hazard in the meaning of the UN Globally Harmonized System of Classification and
Labeling of Chemicals (GHS). Inhalation may cause coughing, nose and throat irritation and
sneezing. High exposures may cause difficult breathing, congestion and chest tightness
Continuous filament glass fibers are not respirable according to the World Health
Organization (WHO) definition. Respirable fibers have a diameter (d) smaller than 3 m, a
length (l) larger than 5 m and a l/d-ratio larger than or equal to 3. Fibers with diameters
greater than 3 microns, which is the case for continuous filament glass fiber, do not reach
the lower respiratory tract and, therefore have no possibility of causing serious pulmonary
disease. Continuous filament glass fibers do not possess cleavage planes which would
allow them to split length-wise into fibers with smaller diameters, rather they break across
the fiber, resulting in fibers which are of the same diameter as the original fiber with a
shorter length and a small amount of dust. Microscopic examination of dust from highly
chopped and pulverised glass demonstrated the presence of small amounts of respirable
dust particles. Among these respirable particles, some were fiber-like in terms of l/d ratio
(so-called shards ). It can be clearly observed however that they are not regular shaped
fibers but irregular shaped particles with fiber-like dimensions. To the best of our
knowledge, the exposure levels of these fiber-like dust particles measured at our
manufacturing plants are of the order of magnitude between 50 to 1000 below existing
applicable limits
ACGIH (American Conference of
Governmental Industrial Hygienists)
Continuous filament glass fibers are classified as A4 – Not Classifiable as a Human
Carcinogen
IARC (International Agency for
Research on Cancer)
The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) in June, 1987, and in October,
2001 (see IARC Monographs on the Evaluation of Carcinogenic risks to humans
Man-made Vitreous Fibers Volume 81), categorized continuous filament fiber glass as not
classifiable with respect to human carcinogenicity (Group 3). The evidence from human as
well as animal studies was evaluated by IARC as insufficient to classify continuous filament
glass fiber as a confirmed, probable or even possible cancer-causing material
NTP (National Toxicology Program)Continuous filament glass fibers are not listed in the National Toxicology Program (NTP)
Report on Carcinogens (latest edition)
OSHA (Occupational Safety and
Health Administration of the US
Department of Labor)
X – Present
Classification according to
Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]
Continuous filament glass fibers are not listed in the Table of harmonized classification
entries in Annex VI to CLP Regulation.
Mechanical abrasion is not considered as a health hazard in the meaning of European
Regulation 1272/2008 (CLP).
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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This product is not expected to be hazardous for the environment
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
OCCM10002 – Continuous Filament Glass Fiber
Products: Chopped Strands Mat, Continuous Filament
Mat
Revision Date 09-Jun-2020
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Continuous filament glass fiber waste is a non hazardous waste. Disposal should be in accordance with applicable regional,
national and local laws and regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
These products are not classified as dangerous goods according to international transport regulations
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
International Inventories Continuous filament glass fiber products are articles. Articles are exempted from
registration or listing under chemicals inventories like TSCA (USA), DSL/NDSL (CAN),
REACH (EU), ENCS (JP), IECSC (CN), KECL (KR), PICCS (PH), AICS (AUS), TCSI
(Taiwan)
California Proposition 65 This product is not regulated under California Proposition 65
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Prepared By FCs
Creation Date 29-May-2015
Revision Date 09-Jun-2020
Disclaimer
Reasonable care has been taken in the preparation of this information, but the manufacturer makes no warranty of merchantability
or any other warranty, expressed or implied, with respect to this information. The manufacturer makes no representations and
assumes no liability for any direct, incidental or consequential damages resulting from its use
End of Safe Use Instruction Sheet
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SAFE USE INSTRUCTION SHEET
Creation Date 29-May-2015 Revision Date 09-Jun-2020 Version 4
0. General Information
This Safe Use Instruction Sheet is the document provided by Owens Corning to communicate recommended safe handling and
use instruction for articles not regulated by OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200
1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product Name Continuous Filament Glass Fiber Products: Chopped Strands Mat, Continuous Filament
Mat
Synonyms Chopped Strand Mat, Unifilo , Uniconform , Multiconform , CM1091, CM1099, CM1100,
CM1141, CM-200, CM-220, CM730 X1, CM730 X6, M113, M123, M125, M143, M413, M5,
M6, M6 X1, M705, M710A, M710B, M711, M715, M715 X1, M720, M723, M723A, M723A
X4, M723A X6, M723A X8, M730, M730 X6, M8643, M8643 X7, T750, T754, U101, U527,
U528, U529, U720, U740, U746, U750, U754, U756, U614, U801, U809, U812, U813,
U814, U816, U817, U822, U850, U852, U854, U862, UM1A, UM2A, UM2B, UM5B
Document code OCCM10002
Recommended Use Industrial use, reinforcement of plastic
Company Phone Number + 33 479 75 53 00 (8:00am-5:00pm Central European Time)
E-mail address productcompliance@owenscorning.com
Company Website http://www.owenscorning.com/
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Regulatory Status This product is not classified as hazardous according to OSHA Hazard Communication
Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200.
Continuous Filament Glass Fiber (CFGF) Products are Articles
Articles which meet the definition of 29 CFR 1910.1200 (b)(6)(v) (a manufactured item other
than a fluid or a particle: (i) which is formed to a specific shape or design during
manufacture; (ii) which has an end use function(s) dependent in whole or in part upon its
shape or design during end use; and (iii) which under normal conditions of use does not
release more than very small quantities, e.g. minute or trace amounts of a hazardous
chemical (as determined in paragraph (d) of this section), and does not pose a physical
hazard or health risk to employees) are not regulated by OSHA HazCom Standard
Other Information As manufactured continuous filament glass fibers are non-respirable. May cause temporary
skin and mucous membranes itching due to mechanical abrasion effect of fibers. Under
normal conditions of use, these products may release dust and non-respirable fibers
(Particulates Not Otherwise Regulated). Under severe process conditions (e.g. shredding,
crushing), these products may release very small amount of respirable particulate, some of
which may be fiber-like in terms of l/d ratio (so-called “shards”).
See Section 8 for Exposure Limit Data
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Supplier AddressOwens Corning Composite Materials, LLC
One Owens Corning Parkway
Toledo, Ohio 43659
Manufacturer
Address
Owens Corning Composite Materials, LLC
One Owens Corning Parkway
Toledo, Ohio 43659
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Page 1 / 5
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
OCCM10002 – Continuous Filament Glass Fiber
Products: Chopped Strands Mat, Continuous Filament
Mat
Revision Date 09-Jun-2020
CFGF products are made of glass which is given a specific shape (filament) and dimension (filament diameter). A surface
treatment (sizing) is applied to the filaments which are gathered to form a strand. The strand is further processed into a specific
product design according to the downstream use of the article. The sizing is a mixture of chemicals, i.e. coupling agent, film former
and polymeric resin/emulsion. The sizing content is usually below 3%
For Chopped Strand Mat (CSM) and Continuous Filament Mat (CFM) products, a binder is applied in a secondary step to form the
mat. The binder is a mixture of polymeric resin and surfactant. The content of sizing and binder is usually below 15% of the product
weight
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Description of First Aid Measures
Eye contact DO NOT rub or scratch eyes
Immediately flush with plenty of water. After initial flushing, remove any contact lenses and
continue flushing for at least 15 minutes
If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention
Skin contact Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of cold water
DO NOT use warm water because this will open up the pores of the skin, which will cause
further penetration of fibers and dust
DO NOT rub or scratch affected area
Use a wash cloth to help remove fibers and dust
If fibers are seen penetrating from the skin, the fibers can be removed by applying and
removing adhesive tape so that the fibers adhere to the tape and are pulled out of the skin
If skin irritation persists, call a physician
Inhalation Move victim to fresh air
If symptoms persist, call a physician
Ingestion Rinse mouth with water and drink water to remove fibers from the throat
If symptoms persist, call a physician
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Flammable properties Continuous Filament Glass Fiber products are not flammable, are incombustible and do
not support combustion. Only the organic part is combustible and could release small
quantities of undetermined hazardous substances in case of major and prolonged heat or
fire
Suitable extinguishing media Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam
Water spray or fog
Protective equipment and
precautions for firefighters
As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full fire-fighting
protective gear
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions Avoid contact with eyes and skin
Avoid creating dust
Use personal protections recommended in Section 8
Methods for cleaning up Avoid dry sweeping
Avoid creating dust
Take up mechanically, placing in appropriate containers for disposal
Pick up and transfer to properly labeled containers
Use an industrial vacuum cleaner with a high efficiency filter to clean up dust and fiber
contamination
After cleaning, flush away traces with water
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Page 2 / 5
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
OCCM10002 – Continuous Filament Glass Fiber
Products: Chopped Strands Mat, Continuous Filament
Mat
Revision Date 09-Jun-2020
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling Prevent and/or minimize dust formation
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment in case of direct contact with the product
Storage Conditions Keep product in packaging until use to minimize potential dust generation
Incompatible materials None known
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Guidelines
As manufactured continuous filament glass fibers are non-respirable. May cause temporary skin and mucous membranes itching
due to mechanical abrasion effect of fibers. Under normal conditions of use, these products may release dust and non-respirable
fibers (Particulates Not Otherwise Regulated). Under severe process conditions (e.g. shredding, crushing), these products may
release very small amount of respirable particulate, some of which may be fiber-like in terms of l/d ratio (so-called “shards”).
Chemical name ACGIH TLV OSHA PEL NIOSH REL
Continuous filament glass fiber,
non-respirable
–
TWA: 1 fiber/cm3 respirable fibers:
length >5 m, diameter less than 3
m, aspect ratio >=3:1, as
determined by the membrane filter
method at 400-450X magnification
[4-mm objective], using
phase-contrast illumination
TWA: 5 mg/m
3
inhalable particulate
matter
– –
OSHA PEL: TWA for Inert or Nuisance Dust are: 5 mg/m
3
(Respirable fraction) and 15 mg/m
3
(Total dust)
Engineering Controls Provide local exhaust and/or general ventilation to maintain exposure below regulatory and
recommended limits Local exhaust ventilation should be provided at areas of cutting, milling
or other similar processing to remove airborne dust and fibers
Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection Wear safety glasses with side shields (or goggles)
Skin and body protection Wear protective gloves
Wear long-sleeved shirt and long pants
Respiratory protection If exposure limits are exceeded, wear appropriate respiratory protections (e.g.: FFP2 or
N95 or KN95) to be chosen according to the actual airborne exposure level and in
accordance with applicable local regulations
General Hygiene Considerations Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling products
Remove and wash contaminated clothing before re-use
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Physical state Solid
Appearance Mat of glass fibers with filament diameter larger than 6 micron
Odor Odorless
Color White, or, Off-white
Water solubility Insoluble in water
Softening point > 800 C ; > 1500 F (glass)
Density 2.6 (glass)
Explosive properties
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Not an explosive
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
OCCM10002 – Continuous Filament Glass Fiber
Products: Chopped Strands Mat, Continuous Filament
Mat
Revision Date 09-Jun-2020
Stability Stable under normal conditions
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions None under normal processing conditions
Hazardous Decomposition Products None under normal use conditions
Small quantities of undetermined hazardous decomposition products may be released in
case of heat exposure or during a fire
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Product Information Dusts and fibers may cause temporary skin and mucous membranes itching due to
mechanical abrasion effect of fibers. Mechanical abrasion is not considered as a health
hazard in the meaning of the UN Globally Harmonized System of Classification and
Labeling of Chemicals (GHS). Inhalation may cause coughing, nose and throat irritation and
sneezing. High exposures may cause difficult breathing, congestion and chest tightness
Continuous filament glass fibers are not respirable according to the World Health
Organization (WHO) definition. Respirable fibers have a diameter (d) smaller than 3 m, a
length (l) larger than 5 m and a l/d-ratio larger than or equal to 3. Fibers with diameters
greater than 3 microns, which is the case for continuous filament glass fiber, do not reach
the lower respiratory tract and, therefore have no possibility of causing serious pulmonary
disease. Continuous filament glass fibers do not possess cleavage planes which would
allow them to split length-wise into fibers with smaller diameters, rather they break across
the fiber, resulting in fibers which are of the same diameter as the original fiber with a
shorter length and a small amount of dust. Microscopic examination of dust from highly
chopped and pulverised glass demonstrated the presence of small amounts of respirable
dust particles. Among these respirable particles, some were fiber-like in terms of l/d ratio
(so-called shards ). It can be clearly observed however that they are not regular shaped
fibers but irregular shaped particles with fiber-like dimensions. To the best of our
knowledge, the exposure levels of these fiber-like dust particles measured at our
manufacturing plants are of the order of magnitude between 50 to 1000 below existing
applicable limits
ACGIH (American Conference of
Governmental Industrial Hygienists)
Continuous filament glass fibers are classified as A4 – Not Classifiable as a Human
Carcinogen
IARC (International Agency for
Research on Cancer)
The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) in June, 1987, and in October,
2001 (see IARC Monographs on the Evaluation of Carcinogenic risks to humans
Man-made Vitreous Fibers Volume 81), categorized continuous filament fiber glass as not
classifiable with respect to human carcinogenicity (Group 3). The evidence from human as
well as animal studies was evaluated by IARC as insufficient to classify continuous filament
glass fiber as a confirmed, probable or even possible cancer-causing material
NTP (National Toxicology Program)Continuous filament glass fibers are not listed in the National Toxicology Program (NTP)
Report on Carcinogens (latest edition)
OSHA (Occupational Safety and
Health Administration of the US
Department of Labor)
X – Present
Classification according to
Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]
Continuous filament glass fibers are not listed in the Table of harmonized classification
entries in Annex VI to CLP Regulation.
Mechanical abrasion is not considered as a health hazard in the meaning of European
Regulation 1272/2008 (CLP).
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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This product is not expected to be hazardous for the environment
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
OCCM10002 – Continuous Filament Glass Fiber
Products: Chopped Strands Mat, Continuous Filament
Mat
Revision Date 09-Jun-2020
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Continuous filament glass fiber waste is a non hazardous waste. Disposal should be in accordance with applicable regional,
national and local laws and regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
These products are not classified as dangerous goods according to international transport regulations
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
International Inventories Continuous filament glass fiber products are articles. Articles are exempted from
registration or listing under chemicals inventories like TSCA (USA), DSL/NDSL (CAN),
REACH (EU), ENCS (JP), IECSC (CN), KECL (KR), PICCS (PH), AICS (AUS), TCSI
(Taiwan)
California Proposition 65 This product is not regulated under California Proposition 65
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Prepared By FCs
Creation Date 29-May-2015
Revision Date 09-Jun-2020
Disclaimer
Reasonable care has been taken in the preparation of this information, but the manufacturer makes no warranty of merchantability
or any other warranty, expressed or implied, with respect to this information. The manufacturer makes no representations and
assumes no liability for any direct, incidental or consequential damages resulting from its use
End of Safe Use Instruction Sheet
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SAFE USE INSTRUCTION SHEET
Creation Date 29-May-2015 Revision Date 09-Jun-2020 Version 4
0. General Information
This Safe Use Instruction Sheet is the document provided by Owens Corning to communicate recommended safe handling and
use instruction for articles not regulated by OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200
1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product Name Continuous Filament Glass Fiber Products: Chopped Strands Mat, Continuous Filament
Mat
Synonyms Chopped Strand Mat, Unifilo , Uniconform , Multiconform , CM1091, CM1099, CM1100,
CM1141, CM-200, CM-220, CM730 X1, CM730 X6, M113, M123, M125, M143, M413, M5,
M6, M6 X1, M705, M710A, M710B, M711, M715, M715 X1, M720, M723, M723A, M723A
X4, M723A X6, M723A X8, M730, M730 X6, M8643, M8643 X7, T750, T754, U101, U527,
U528, U529, U720, U740, U746, U750, U754, U756, U614, U801, U809, U812, U813,
U814, U816, U817, U822, U850, U852, U854, U862, UM1A, UM2A, UM2B, UM5B
Document code OCCM10002
Recommended Use Industrial use, reinforcement of plastic
Company Phone Number + 33 479 75 53 00 (8:00am-5:00pm Central European Time)
E-mail address productcompliance@owenscorning.com
Company Website http://www.owenscorning.com/
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Regulatory Status This product is not classified as hazardous according to OSHA Hazard Communication
Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200.
Continuous Filament Glass Fiber (CFGF) Products are Articles
Articles which meet the definition of 29 CFR 1910.1200 (b)(6)(v) (a manufactured item other
than a fluid or a particle: (i) which is formed to a specific shape or design during
manufacture; (ii) which has an end use function(s) dependent in whole or in part upon its
shape or design during end use; and (iii) which under normal conditions of use does not
release more than very small quantities, e.g. minute or trace amounts of a hazardous
chemical (as determined in paragraph (d) of this section), and does not pose a physical
hazard or health risk to employees) are not regulated by OSHA HazCom Standard
Other Information As manufactured continuous filament glass fibers are non-respirable. May cause temporary
skin and mucous membranes itching due to mechanical abrasion effect of fibers. Under
normal conditions of use, these products may release dust and non-respirable fibers
(Particulates Not Otherwise Regulated). Under severe process conditions (e.g. shredding,
crushing), these products may release very small amount of respirable particulate, some of
which may be fiber-like in terms of l/d ratio (so-called “shards”).
See Section 8 for Exposure Limit Data
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Supplier AddressOwens Corning Composite Materials, LLC
One Owens Corning Parkway
Toledo, Ohio 43659
Manufacturer
Address
Owens Corning Composite Materials, LLC
One Owens Corning Parkway
Toledo, Ohio 43659
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OCCM10002 – Continuous Filament Glass Fiber
Products: Chopped Strands Mat, Continuous Filament
Mat
Revision Date 09-Jun-2020
CFGF products are made of glass which is given a specific shape (filament) and dimension (filament diameter). A surface
treatment (sizing) is applied to the filaments which are gathered to form a strand. The strand is further processed into a specific
product design according to the downstream use of the article. The sizing is a mixture of chemicals, i.e. coupling agent, film former
and polymeric resin/emulsion. The sizing content is usually below 3%
For Chopped Strand Mat (CSM) and Continuous Filament Mat (CFM) products, a binder is applied in a secondary step to form the
mat. The binder is a mixture of polymeric resin and surfactant. The content of sizing and binder is usually below 15% of the product
weight
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Description of First Aid Measures
Eye contact DO NOT rub or scratch eyes
Immediately flush with plenty of water. After initial flushing, remove any contact lenses and
continue flushing for at least 15 minutes
If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention
Skin contact Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of cold water
DO NOT use warm water because this will open up the pores of the skin, which will cause
further penetration of fibers and dust
DO NOT rub or scratch affected area
Use a wash cloth to help remove fibers and dust
If fibers are seen penetrating from the skin, the fibers can be removed by applying and
removing adhesive tape so that the fibers adhere to the tape and are pulled out of the skin
If skin irritation persists, call a physician
Inhalation Move victim to fresh air
If symptoms persist, call a physician
Ingestion Rinse mouth with water and drink water to remove fibers from the throat
If symptoms persist, call a physician
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Flammable properties Continuous Filament Glass Fiber products are not flammable, are incombustible and do
not support combustion. Only the organic part is combustible and could release small
quantities of undetermined hazardous substances in case of major and prolonged heat or
fire
Suitable extinguishing media Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam
Water spray or fog
Protective equipment and
precautions for firefighters
As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full fire-fighting
protective gear
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions Avoid contact with eyes and skin
Avoid creating dust
Use personal protections recommended in Section 8
Methods for cleaning up Avoid dry sweeping
Avoid creating dust
Take up mechanically, placing in appropriate containers for disposal
Pick up and transfer to properly labeled containers
Use an industrial vacuum cleaner with a high efficiency filter to clean up dust and fiber
contamination
After cleaning, flush away traces with water
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OCCM10002 – Continuous Filament Glass Fiber
Products: Chopped Strands Mat, Continuous Filament
Mat
Revision Date 09-Jun-2020
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling Prevent and/or minimize dust formation
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment in case of direct contact with the product
Storage Conditions Keep product in packaging until use to minimize potential dust generation
Incompatible materials None known
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Guidelines
As manufactured continuous filament glass fibers are non-respirable. May cause temporary skin and mucous membranes itching
due to mechanical abrasion effect of fibers. Under normal conditions of use, these products may release dust and non-respirable
fibers (Particulates Not Otherwise Regulated). Under severe process conditions (e.g. shredding, crushing), these products may
release very small amount of respirable particulate, some of which may be fiber-like in terms of l/d ratio (so-called “shards”).
Chemical name ACGIH TLV OSHA PEL NIOSH REL
Continuous filament glass fiber,
non-respirable
–
TWA: 1 fiber/cm3 respirable fibers:
length >5 m, diameter less than 3
m, aspect ratio >=3:1, as
determined by the membrane filter
method at 400-450X magnification
[4-mm objective], using
phase-contrast illumination
TWA: 5 mg/m
3
inhalable particulate
matter
– –
OSHA PEL: TWA for Inert or Nuisance Dust are: 5 mg/m
3
(Respirable fraction) and 15 mg/m
3
(Total dust)
Engineering Controls Provide local exhaust and/or general ventilation to maintain exposure below regulatory and
recommended limits Local exhaust ventilation should be provided at areas of cutting, milling
or other similar processing to remove airborne dust and fibers
Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection Wear safety glasses with side shields (or goggles)
Skin and body protection Wear protective gloves
Wear long-sleeved shirt and long pants
Respiratory protection If exposure limits are exceeded, wear appropriate respiratory protections (e.g.: FFP2 or
N95 or KN95) to be chosen according to the actual airborne exposure level and in
accordance with applicable local regulations
General Hygiene Considerations Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling products
Remove and wash contaminated clothing before re-use
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Physical state Solid
Appearance Mat of glass fibers with filament diameter larger than 6 micron
Odor Odorless
Color White, or, Off-white
Water solubility Insoluble in water
Softening point > 800 C ; > 1500 F (glass)
Density 2.6 (glass)
Explosive properties
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Not an explosive
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OCCM10002 – Continuous Filament Glass Fiber
Products: Chopped Strands Mat, Continuous Filament
Mat
Revision Date 09-Jun-2020
Stability Stable under normal conditions
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions None under normal processing conditions
Hazardous Decomposition Products None under normal use conditions
Small quantities of undetermined hazardous decomposition products may be released in
case of heat exposure or during a fire
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Product Information Dusts and fibers may cause temporary skin and mucous membranes itching due to
mechanical abrasion effect of fibers. Mechanical abrasion is not considered as a health
hazard in the meaning of the UN Globally Harmonized System of Classification and
Labeling of Chemicals (GHS). Inhalation may cause coughing, nose and throat irritation and
sneezing. High exposures may cause difficult breathing, congestion and chest tightness
Continuous filament glass fibers are not respirable according to the World Health
Organization (WHO) definition. Respirable fibers have a diameter (d) smaller than 3 m, a
length (l) larger than 5 m and a l/d-ratio larger than or equal to 3. Fibers with diameters
greater than 3 microns, which is the case for continuous filament glass fiber, do not reach
the lower respiratory tract and, therefore have no possibility of causing serious pulmonary
disease. Continuous filament glass fibers do not possess cleavage planes which would
allow them to split length-wise into fibers with smaller diameters, rather they break across
the fiber, resulting in fibers which are of the same diameter as the original fiber with a
shorter length and a small amount of dust. Microscopic examination of dust from highly
chopped and pulverised glass demonstrated the presence of small amounts of respirable
dust particles. Among these respirable particles, some were fiber-like in terms of l/d ratio
(so-called shards ). It can be clearly observed however that they are not regular shaped
fibers but irregular shaped particles with fiber-like dimensions. To the best of our
knowledge, the exposure levels of these fiber-like dust particles measured at our
manufacturing plants are of the order of magnitude between 50 to 1000 below existing
applicable limits
ACGIH (American Conference of
Governmental Industrial Hygienists)
Continuous filament glass fibers are classified as A4 – Not Classifiable as a Human
Carcinogen
IARC (International Agency for
Research on Cancer)
The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) in June, 1987, and in October,
2001 (see IARC Monographs on the Evaluation of Carcinogenic risks to humans
Man-made Vitreous Fibers Volume 81), categorized continuous filament fiber glass as not
classifiable with respect to human carcinogenicity (Group 3). The evidence from human as
well as animal studies was evaluated by IARC as insufficient to classify continuous filament
glass fiber as a confirmed, probable or even possible cancer-causing material
NTP (National Toxicology Program)Continuous filament glass fibers are not listed in the National Toxicology Program (NTP)
Report on Carcinogens (latest edition)
OSHA (Occupational Safety and
Health Administration of the US
Department of Labor)
X – Present
Classification according to
Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]
Continuous filament glass fibers are not listed in the Table of harmonized classification
entries in Annex VI to CLP Regulation.
Mechanical abrasion is not considered as a health hazard in the meaning of European
Regulation 1272/2008 (CLP).
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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This product is not expected to be hazardous for the environment
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
OCCM10002 – Continuous Filament Glass Fiber
Products: Chopped Strands Mat, Continuous Filament
Mat
Revision Date 09-Jun-2020
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Continuous filament glass fiber waste is a non hazardous waste. Disposal should be in accordance with applicable regional,
national and local laws and regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
These products are not classified as dangerous goods according to international transport regulations
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
International Inventories Continuous filament glass fiber products are articles. Articles are exempted from
registration or listing under chemicals inventories like TSCA (USA), DSL/NDSL (CAN),
REACH (EU), ENCS (JP), IECSC (CN), KECL (KR), PICCS (PH), AICS (AUS), TCSI
(Taiwan)
California Proposition 65 This product is not regulated under California Proposition 65
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Prepared By FCs
Creation Date 29-May-2015
Revision Date 09-Jun-2020
Disclaimer
Reasonable care has been taken in the preparation of this information, but the manufacturer makes no warranty of merchantability
or any other warranty, expressed or implied, with respect to this information. The manufacturer makes no representations and
assumes no liability for any direct, incidental or consequential damages resulting from its use
End of Safe Use Instruction Sheet
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SAFE USE INSTRUCTION SHEET
Creation Date 29-May-2015 Revision Date 09-Jun-2020 Version 4
0. General Information
This Safe Use Instruction Sheet is the document provided by Owens Corning to communicate recommended safe handling and
use instruction for articles not regulated by OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200
1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product Name Continuous Filament Glass Fiber Products: Chopped Strands Mat, Continuous Filament
Mat
Synonyms Chopped Strand Mat, Unifilo , Uniconform , Multiconform , CM1091, CM1099, CM1100,
CM1141, CM-200, CM-220, CM730 X1, CM730 X6, M113, M123, M125, M143, M413, M5,
M6, M6 X1, M705, M710A, M710B, M711, M715, M715 X1, M720, M723, M723A, M723A
X4, M723A X6, M723A X8, M730, M730 X6, M8643, M8643 X7, T750, T754, U101, U527,
U528, U529, U720, U740, U746, U750, U754, U756, U614, U801, U809, U812, U813,
U814, U816, U817, U822, U850, U852, U854, U862, UM1A, UM2A, UM2B, UM5B
Document code OCCM10002
Recommended Use Industrial use, reinforcement of plastic
Company Phone Number + 33 479 75 53 00 (8:00am-5:00pm Central European Time)
E-mail address productcompliance@owenscorning.com
Company Website http://www.owenscorning.com/
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Regulatory Status This product is not classified as hazardous according to OSHA Hazard Communication
Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200.
Continuous Filament Glass Fiber (CFGF) Products are Articles
Articles which meet the definition of 29 CFR 1910.1200 (b)(6)(v) (a manufactured item other
than a fluid or a particle: (i) which is formed to a specific shape or design during
manufacture; (ii) which has an end use function(s) dependent in whole or in part upon its
shape or design during end use; and (iii) which under normal conditions of use does not
release more than very small quantities, e.g. minute or trace amounts of a hazardous
chemical (as determined in paragraph (d) of this section), and does not pose a physical
hazard or health risk to employees) are not regulated by OSHA HazCom Standard
Other Information As manufactured continuous filament glass fibers are non-respirable. May cause temporary
skin and mucous membranes itching due to mechanical abrasion effect of fibers. Under
normal conditions of use, these products may release dust and non-respirable fibers
(Particulates Not Otherwise Regulated). Under severe process conditions (e.g. shredding,
crushing), these products may release very small amount of respirable particulate, some of
which may be fiber-like in terms of l/d ratio (so-called “shards”).
See Section 8 for Exposure Limit Data
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Supplier AddressOwens Corning Composite Materials, LLC
One Owens Corning Parkway
Toledo, Ohio 43659
Manufacturer
Address
Owens Corning Composite Materials, LLC
One Owens Corning Parkway
Toledo, Ohio 43659
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Page 1 / 5
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
OCCM10002 – Continuous Filament Glass Fiber
Products: Chopped Strands Mat, Continuous Filament
Mat
Revision Date 09-Jun-2020
CFGF products are made of glass which is given a specific shape (filament) and dimension (filament diameter). A surface
treatment (sizing) is applied to the filaments which are gathered to form a strand. The strand is further processed into a specific
product design according to the downstream use of the article. The sizing is a mixture of chemicals, i.e. coupling agent, film former
and polymeric resin/emulsion. The sizing content is usually below 3%
For Chopped Strand Mat (CSM) and Continuous Filament Mat (CFM) products, a binder is applied in a secondary step to form the
mat. The binder is a mixture of polymeric resin and surfactant. The content of sizing and binder is usually below 15% of the product
weight
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Description of First Aid Measures
Eye contact DO NOT rub or scratch eyes
Immediately flush with plenty of water. After initial flushing, remove any contact lenses and
continue flushing for at least 15 minutes
If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention
Skin contact Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of cold water
DO NOT use warm water because this will open up the pores of the skin, which will cause
further penetration of fibers and dust
DO NOT rub or scratch affected area
Use a wash cloth to help remove fibers and dust
If fibers are seen penetrating from the skin, the fibers can be removed by applying and
removing adhesive tape so that the fibers adhere to the tape and are pulled out of the skin
If skin irritation persists, call a physician
Inhalation Move victim to fresh air
If symptoms persist, call a physician
Ingestion Rinse mouth with water and drink water to remove fibers from the throat
If symptoms persist, call a physician
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Flammable properties Continuous Filament Glass Fiber products are not flammable, are incombustible and do
not support combustion. Only the organic part is combustible and could release small
quantities of undetermined hazardous substances in case of major and prolonged heat or
fire
Suitable extinguishing media Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam
Water spray or fog
Protective equipment and
precautions for firefighters
As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full fire-fighting
protective gear
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions Avoid contact with eyes and skin
Avoid creating dust
Use personal protections recommended in Section 8
Methods for cleaning up Avoid dry sweeping
Avoid creating dust
Take up mechanically, placing in appropriate containers for disposal
Pick up and transfer to properly labeled containers
Use an industrial vacuum cleaner with a high efficiency filter to clean up dust and fiber
contamination
After cleaning, flush away traces with water
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
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_____________________________________________________________________________________________
OCCM10002 – Continuous Filament Glass Fiber
Products: Chopped Strands Mat, Continuous Filament
Mat
Revision Date 09-Jun-2020
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling Prevent and/or minimize dust formation
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment in case of direct contact with the product
Storage Conditions Keep product in packaging until use to minimize potential dust generation
Incompatible materials None known
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Guidelines
As manufactured continuous filament glass fibers are non-respirable. May cause temporary skin and mucous membranes itching
due to mechanical abrasion effect of fibers. Under normal conditions of use, these products may release dust and non-respirable
fibers (Particulates Not Otherwise Regulated). Under severe process conditions (e.g. shredding, crushing), these products may
release very small amount of respirable particulate, some of which may be fiber-like in terms of l/d ratio (so-called “shards”).
Chemical name ACGIH TLV OSHA PEL NIOSH REL
Continuous filament glass fiber,
non-respirable
–
TWA: 1 fiber/cm3 respirable fibers:
length >5 m, diameter less than 3
m, aspect ratio >=3:1, as
determined by the membrane filter
method at 400-450X magnification
[4-mm objective], using
phase-contrast illumination
TWA: 5 mg/m
3
inhalable particulate
matter
– –
OSHA PEL: TWA for Inert or Nuisance Dust are: 5 mg/m
3
(Respirable fraction) and 15 mg/m
3
(Total dust)
Engineering Controls Provide local exhaust and/or general ventilation to maintain exposure below regulatory and
recommended limits Local exhaust ventilation should be provided at areas of cutting, milling
or other similar processing to remove airborne dust and fibers
Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection Wear safety glasses with side shields (or goggles)
Skin and body protection Wear protective gloves
Wear long-sleeved shirt and long pants
Respiratory protection If exposure limits are exceeded, wear appropriate respiratory protections (e.g.: FFP2 or
N95 or KN95) to be chosen according to the actual airborne exposure level and in
accordance with applicable local regulations
General Hygiene Considerations Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling products
Remove and wash contaminated clothing before re-use
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Physical state Solid
Appearance Mat of glass fibers with filament diameter larger than 6 micron
Odor Odorless
Color White, or, Off-white
Water solubility Insoluble in water
Softening point > 800 C ; > 1500 F (glass)
Density 2.6 (glass)
Explosive properties
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Not an explosive
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OCCM10002 – Continuous Filament Glass Fiber
Products: Chopped Strands Mat, Continuous Filament
Mat
Revision Date 09-Jun-2020
Stability Stable under normal conditions
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions None under normal processing conditions
Hazardous Decomposition Products None under normal use conditions
Small quantities of undetermined hazardous decomposition products may be released in
case of heat exposure or during a fire
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Product Information Dusts and fibers may cause temporary skin and mucous membranes itching due to
mechanical abrasion effect of fibers. Mechanical abrasion is not considered as a health
hazard in the meaning of the UN Globally Harmonized System of Classification and
Labeling of Chemicals (GHS). Inhalation may cause coughing, nose and throat irritation and
sneezing. High exposures may cause difficult breathing, congestion and chest tightness
Continuous filament glass fibers are not respirable according to the World Health
Organization (WHO) definition. Respirable fibers have a diameter (d) smaller than 3 m, a
length (l) larger than 5 m and a l/d-ratio larger than or equal to 3. Fibers with diameters
greater than 3 microns, which is the case for continuous filament glass fiber, do not reach
the lower respiratory tract and, therefore have no possibility of causing serious pulmonary
disease. Continuous filament glass fibers do not possess cleavage planes which would
allow them to split length-wise into fibers with smaller diameters, rather they break across
the fiber, resulting in fibers which are of the same diameter as the original fiber with a
shorter length and a small amount of dust. Microscopic examination of dust from highly
chopped and pulverised glass demonstrated the presence of small amounts of respirable
dust particles. Among these respirable particles, some were fiber-like in terms of l/d ratio
(so-called shards ). It can be clearly observed however that they are not regular shaped
fibers but irregular shaped particles with fiber-like dimensions. To the best of our
knowledge, the exposure levels of these fiber-like dust particles measured at our
manufacturing plants are of the order of magnitude between 50 to 1000 below existing
applicable limits
ACGIH (American Conference of
Governmental Industrial Hygienists)
Continuous filament glass fibers are classified as A4 – Not Classifiable as a Human
Carcinogen
IARC (International Agency for
Research on Cancer)
The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) in June, 1987, and in October,
2001 (see IARC Monographs on the Evaluation of Carcinogenic risks to humans
Man-made Vitreous Fibers Volume 81), categorized continuous filament fiber glass as not
classifiable with respect to human carcinogenicity (Group 3). The evidence from human as
well as animal studies was evaluated by IARC as insufficient to classify continuous filament
glass fiber as a confirmed, probable or even possible cancer-causing material
NTP (National Toxicology Program)Continuous filament glass fibers are not listed in the National Toxicology Program (NTP)
Report on Carcinogens (latest edition)
OSHA (Occupational Safety and
Health Administration of the US
Department of Labor)
X – Present
Classification according to
Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]
Continuous filament glass fibers are not listed in the Table of harmonized classification
entries in Annex VI to CLP Regulation.
Mechanical abrasion is not considered as a health hazard in the meaning of European
Regulation 1272/2008 (CLP).
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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This product is not expected to be hazardous for the environment
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
OCCM10002 – Continuous Filament Glass Fiber
Products: Chopped Strands Mat, Continuous Filament
Mat
Revision Date 09-Jun-2020
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Continuous filament glass fiber waste is a non hazardous waste. Disposal should be in accordance with applicable regional,
national and local laws and regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
These products are not classified as dangerous goods according to international transport regulations
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
International Inventories Continuous filament glass fiber products are articles. Articles are exempted from
registration or listing under chemicals inventories like TSCA (USA), DSL/NDSL (CAN),
REACH (EU), ENCS (JP), IECSC (CN), KECL (KR), PICCS (PH), AICS (AUS), TCSI
(Taiwan)
California Proposition 65 This product is not regulated under California Proposition 65
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Prepared By FCs
Creation Date 29-May-2015
Revision Date 09-Jun-2020
Disclaimer
Reasonable care has been taken in the preparation of this information, but the manufacturer makes no warranty of merchantability
or any other warranty, expressed or implied, with respect to this information. The manufacturer makes no representations and
assumes no liability for any direct, incidental or consequential damages resulting from its use
End of Safe Use Instruction Sheet
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