Material Safety Data Sheet
Page 1 of 6 Revision Date: April 2023
Company: COLAN PRODUCTS PTY LIMITED
Address: 6 Woods Close, Huntingwood NSW 2148
Telephone Number: (61 2) 9672 7888
Emergency Telephone Number: 0418 460 721
Product Name: Basalt Fabrics & Tapes
Other Names: –
Manufacturer s Product Code: AB Series Fabrics & Tapes
UN Number: N/A
Dangerous Goods Class & Subsidiary Risk: Non-hazardous
Hazchem Code: N/A
Poisons Schedule Number: N/A
Use: Composite reinforcement, thermal insulation
Emergency Overview
The product is a non-hazardous product.
Primary Route(s) of Exposure
Inhalation, skin, eye.
Health Effects
Acute:
Swallowed Temporary mechanical irritation of the digestive tract. Observe individual if
symptoms develop, consult a physician.
Eye Eye contact with dusts and fibres may produce temporary mechanical irritation.
Skin Skin contact with dusts and fibres may produce itching and temporary mechanical irritation.
Inhaled Inhalation of dusts and fibres may result in irritation of the upper respiratory tract (mouth,
nose, and throat)
Chronic: There are no known health effects associated with chronic exposure to this product.
SECTION 1 IDENTIFICATION OF THE MATERIAL AND SUPPLIER
SECTION 2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
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Ingredients
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration
Basalt fibre
Silicon dioxide 7631-86-9 57. 7 – 62.0%
Aluminium oxide 1344-28-1 16.5 – 19.5%
Calcium oxide 1305-78-8 5.5 – 7.0%
Magnesium oxide 1309-48-4 3.5 – 5.5%
Disodium oxide 1315-59-3 }
Dipotassium oxide 12136-45-7 } 3.0 -5.5%
Titanium dioxide 13463-67-7 0.5 1.5%
Diiron trioxide 1309-37-1 }
Iron oxide 1345-25-1 } 5.5 8.5%
Impurity N/A <1.0%
First Aid
Swallowed: Rinse mouth with water. An emetic is not necessary unless choking is apparent.
Seek medical attention.
Eye: Wash with running water using eye bath or wash bottle. If irritation persists, seek
medical attention.
Skin: Wash with mild soap and running water. Use washcloth to help remove dusts and
fibres. To avoid further irritation, do not rub or scratch irritated areas. Rubbing or
scratching may force fibres into the skin. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
Inhaled: Move individual to fresh air. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
Advise to Doctor: Emergency treatment.
Others: Observe good personal hygiene.
Combustibility: Non-combustible
Upper Flammability Limit: None
Lower Flammability Limit: None
Flammability Limits: Non-flammable
Flash Point Method: Not determined
Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide and water spray
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards: None Known
SECTION 4 FIRST AID MEASURES
SECTION 3 COMPOSITION / INFORMATION OF INGREDIENTS
SECTION 5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
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Fire Fighting Instructions:
In any sustained fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus and a full bunker turnout gear. Every
company should have written Fire Evacuation Policy including training that complies to government
regulations.
Air release: This material will settle out of air. If concentrated on land it can
then be scooped up or disposed of as a non-hazardous waste.
Land spill: Scoop up material for disposal as non-hazardous waste.
Dispose of as solid waste in accordance with Local, State, and
federal Government regulations.
Water spill: This material will sink and disperse along the bottom of
waterways and ponds. It cannot be easily removed after it is
waterborne, however, the material is non-hazardous on water.
Clean up procedures: Scoop up material and put into a suitable container for disposal
as a non-hazardous waste
Response procedures: Isolate area. Keep unnecessary personnel away.
Special Procedures: None
Handling procedures:
In accordance with good working practices keep the product in its package if it is practical to minimise
potential dust generation. Keep the work areas clean.
Storage procedures:
Store in a cool and dark space. Low humidity is recommended.
Exposure limits: The American Conference of Governmental Hygienist (ACGIH) has adopted a
threshold Limit Value (TLV) of 5mg/m
3
for 8-hour time weighted average
(TWA) exposure for fibrous glass dust, invaluable fraction.
The occupation Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) does not prescribe
Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL) for fibrous glass but relies on the PEL-
TWAs for nuisance dust of 15 mg/m
3
(total) and 5 mg/m
3
(respirable).
Available air sampling / analytical methods:
Gravimetric total dusts NIOSH Sampling and Analytical Method 0500; the
Gravimetric respirable dusts NOISH method 0600 and the NIOSH 7400, B
fibre counting rules. The latter two methods may be performed as redundant
verification that there are no respirable glass fibres.
Ventilation: Local exhaust ventilation (if needed) to minimise airborne dust levels. Filter in
ventilation is requested to prevent dust and fly from being discharged into
open air.
SECTION 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
SECTION 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE
SECTION 8 EXPOSURE CONTROL AND PERSONAL PROTECTION
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Engineering controls: Not applicable
Personal protection: Respiratory protection some application of these products may not require
respiratory protection, however, if airborne fibrous glass concentrations
exceed regulatory limits respiratory protection apparatus for nuisance dusts is
recommended.
Skin / Eye protection - good personal hygiene and the use of barrier creams,
caps, protective gloves, cotton coveralls, or long-sleeved loose-fitting clothing
will maximise comfort. Vacuum equipment may be used to remove fibres from
clothes. Work clothing should be laundered separately to other clothing.
When there is a chance of airborne glass fibres contacting eyes, wear
appropriate eye protection such as safety glasses with side shields.
Work/Hygienic Practices: Use good hygiene practices and observe the precautions noted above.
Appearance: Bronze, golden brown, continuous filament, odorless
Melting point: <1400
o
C
Boiling point: Not applicable
Freezing point: Not applicable
Vapour pressure: Not applicable
Density: 2.6 2.8 g/cm
3
Solubility in water: Insoluble
Other information: No additional information available
Stability: Stable
Conditions to avoid: None
Incompatible materials: None
Hazardous polymerisation: Will not occur
Hazardous decomposition products: If material is heated, the proprietary organic
ingredients contained in this product may
produce smoke and irritating fumes including
carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide.
Sizing and binders may decompose in a fire.
See section 5 of the MSDS for information on
hazardous combustion products.
Acute effects:
General product information
Dust may cause mechanical irritation to eyes and skin. Ingestion may cause transient irritation of throat,
stomach and gastrointestinal tract. Inhalation may cause coughing, nose and throat irritation and sneezing.
People with pre-existing respiratory conditions may experience breathing difficulty, congestion and chest
tightness.
SECTION 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
SECTION 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
SECTION 11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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Factors in the fibre toxicity include fibre dimensions and degree of exposure.
Fibre dimensions
Fibres are either non-respirable or respirable. Respirable fibres can penetrate to the deep lung area.
According to the World Health Organisation (WHO) man-made mineral fibres with diameters equal to or
greater than 3 microns are non-respirable. According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and
Health (NIOSH) fibres with diameters equal to or greater than 3.5 microns are non-respirable. The narrow
bending passages of the human respiratory system do not permit the relativity large non-respirable fibres to
enter the deep lung area. Instead, they stride the surfaces of the upper respiratory tract, nose or pharynx
and stop. Nasal hairs or other natural mechanisms may then filter them.
Due to the manufacturing process used products have diameters greater than 3.5 microns and are non-
respirable. The fibres do not become respirable fibres upon the machine/sanding processing activities
typical of our customers. Upon breakage the fibres may break horizontally into smaller lengths but not
longitudinally into smaller diameters. As with any sanding/grinding activity respirable dust may be
generated.
Basalt is generally considered to be an inert solid waste and no special precautions are required in case it
is released or spilled. These products do not contain nor are manufactured with class 1 or class 11 ozone
depleting chemicals (CFCs) identified in the Clean Air Act Amendment, 1990 List of Ozone Depleting
Chemicals.
Disposal Instructions:
Basalt is considered non-hazardous as per EPA, RCRA, 40CFR, PART 361, 1990 and considered as an
inert solid waste. Local, State and National Regulations should be consulted to ensure proper disposal
procedures. Products that are part of a reinforced plastic or uncured resin system, must be disposed of in
accordance with applicable requirements.
Not regulated by the Department of Transportation (DOT).
No other special precautions required.
Department of Transport (DOT) Information
Proper shipping name: Not applicable / not regulated
Hazard class: Not applicable
UN/NA: Not applicable
D.O.T. hazard substances: Not applicable
(Reportable Quantity of Product)
D.O.T. label required: Not applicable
Additional Transportation Regulations: Not applicable
SECTION 12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
SECTION 13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
SECTION 14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
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Basalt
US Federal Regulations
General product information:
No additional information available
Component analysis:
No additional information available
The following is provided to aid in the preparation of SARA 311 and 312 reports.
SARA 311/312
Acute health hazard: Yes
Chronic health hazard: No
Fire hazard: No
Sudden Release or pressure hazard: No
Reactive hazard: No
Clean Air Act:
No ingredient is listed in the Clean Air Act-1990 Hazardous Air Pollutants List.
Additional regulatory information N/A
Work / Hygiene Practices:
Recommend washing work clothes separately and wipe out the washing machine after use
Health and Safety on Product Packaging:
Contact may cause temporary skin irritation. Wear long-sleeved, loose-fitting clothing when handling the
material. Gloves and eye protection may be appropriate in certain operations. Wash with soap and warm
water after handling. Use of disposal mask in accordance with Occupational Safety and Health
Administration 1910.134 respiratory protection requirements designed for nuisance dust is advisable where
high dust levels may be encountered.
CONTACT POINT: 1. Mr Damien Bensley, General Manager
Tel. No. (61 2) 9672 7888
2. Emergency Tel. No. 0418 460 721
DISCLAIMER
The information provided herein is believed to be accurate but is not warranted to be, whether it originated
with Colan Products or not. Much of the information contained in this Material Safety Data Sheet originates
from the suppliers, this information cannot be warranted by Colan Products to be correct or appropriate for
the recipient s intended use. Recipients are advised to confirm in advance of need that the information is
correct, applicable, and suitable to their circumstances.
SECTION 15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
SECTION 16 OTHER INFORMATION