INDEX
27BP
27BPCS0250
27BPCS0500
27BPCS1000
27BPCS1250
27BPCS1500
27BPCS2000
27BPCS2500
27BPPL0500
27BPPL0750
27BPPL1000
27BPPL1250
27BPPL1500
27BPPL1750
27BPPL2000
27BPPL3500
27BPPL4000
SAFETY DATA SHEET
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1 Product and Company Identification
Product identification: Balsaflex
Material identification: End-grain balsa wood (hard tropical wood) core material.
Application of the material: Structural core flexible panel
Product description: End-grain balsa wood flexible panel scrimmed with fiberglass fabric sheet
or scored and with or without surface coating.
Supplier/Manufacturer:
For additional information : Health, Safety and Environment department:
Email:
regulatory@gurit.com Emergency phone number: 1-800-424-9300
Date of issue: 28/05/15
2 Hazards Identification
THIS PRODUCT WHEN SOLD IS NOT CLASSIFIED AS A HAZAR DOUS CHEMICAL PER OSHA HCS-2012 .
However, when subject to machining or processing methods under normal condition of use, the release of wood
dust may pose some hazards if work is not performed under good industrial and safety practices. Risks of exposure
from these chemicals are specified below in line with the OSHA HCS classification.
DANGER!
– May cause an allergic skin reaction.
– May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
– May cause respiratory irritation.
– May cause cancer.
– Causes damage to respiratory system through prolonged or repeated exposure.
– May form combustible dust in the air.
Precautionary statements: – Do not breathe dust.
– Use only in a well-ventilated area.
– Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection.
– In case of inadequate ventilation, wear respira tory protection.
– Keep away from open flames and other ignition sources.
First aid: If experiencing respiratory symptoms, get medical attention.
If skin irritation or rash occurs get medical advice.
Gurit (USA) Inc.
115 Broadcommon Road
Bristol, Rhode Island 02809
USA Tel: 401-396-5008
Hazard classifications for wood dust: Skin sensitization 1
Respiratory sensitization 1
Carcinogenicity 1A
STOT SE3
STOT RE1
Combustible Dust
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6 Accidental Release Measures
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures: No special measures required.
Clean up methods and materials: Vacuum or sweep up material.
5 Fire-Fighting Measures
Suitable extinguishing media: Water, foam, carbon dioxide or dry chemical fire extinguishers.
Specific hazards: Formation of toxic gases will occur during a fire. Combustion by-product
include but are not limited to carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide.
Protective equipment: Wear fully protective suit with self contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)
with a face-piece operated in positive pressure mode.
4 First-Aid Measures
Eye contact: If dust particles become lodged in eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water. If symptoms
persist, consult a physician.
Skin contact: No need for specific measures.
Ingestion: In case of persistent symptoms, consult a physician.
Inhalation: If affected by dust, remove individual to fresh air. If condition persists, consult a physician.
Most important symptoms/effects: Upper respiratory system irritation.
Immediate medical attention and special treatment: No special requirements.
7 Handling and Storage
Handling: Machining operations which can produce dust should be properly fitted to a dust collection system.
Prevent formation of dust that could create explosive atmospheres.
Provide local exhaust ventilation during machining and processing operations to control airborne
contaminant exposure.
Wear appropriate personal protection when machining the product.
Storage: Protect from heat and open flames. This product should be stored according to the national or local
Fire Code.
3 Composition/Information on Ingredients
Date of issue: 28/05/15
Product contains no hazardous ingredients per 29 CFR 1910.1200.
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8 Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Exposure limits :
Ingredient name OSHA (PEL) ACGIH (TLV)
Particulates Not Otherwise Regulated (Total dust) 1 5 mg/m
3
(TWA) –
Particulates Not Otherwise Regulated (respirable fraction) 5 mg/m
3
(TWA) 1 mg/m
3
(TWA)
Engineering controls: Provide general and local exhaust ventilation to control airborne contaminant.
Personal protection equipments:
– Wear safety glasses/goggles.
– Wear general purpose gloves and protective work clothing.
– Wear approved respirator with particulate cartridge if ventilation is not adequate and excessive
dust is generated.
General measures: Handle product with good industrial and safety practices.
Date of issue: 28/05/15
9 Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state: Solid
Color: Ochre – white
Odor: Nearly odorless
Flash point: Not applicable
Melting point: Not available
Thermal degradation: >180
o
C (356
o
F)
Boiling point: Not applicable
Ignition temperature: Not available
Vapor pressure: Not applicable
Solubility in water: Insoluble
Note: Items not included in this section are not available or not relevant to this product.
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11 Toxicological Information
Toxicological data: No data available
Route of exposure (when processing product): inhalation, eye, skin.
– Dust released when machining the product may cause irritation to upper respiratory tract.
– Dust released when machining the product may cause eye and skin irritation.
Sensitization: Wood dust may cause allergic contact dermatitis and respiratory sensitization with prolonged
and repetitive exposure.
Chronic toxicity:
– Prolonged exposure to wood dust by inhalation has been reported to be associated with nasal and
paranasal cancer. Wood dust is classified carcinogen (IARC Group 1)
Date of issue: 28/05/15
10 Stability and Reactivity
Chemical stability: This product is stable.
Conditions to avoid: Do not expose to flame. Avoid ignition source along with dust cloud formed during
machining operations.
Chemical reactivity: No relevant information available.
Possibility of hazardous reactions: No hazardous reactions known.
Incompatibility with other substances: None.
Hazardous decomposition products: Decomposition products include but are not limited to carbon
monoxide, carbon dioxide depending on condition of combustion.
12 Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity data: No data available.
Persistence, biodegradability and mobility: No data available.
13 Disposal Considerations
Waste disposal: This product is stable and not hazardous. Waste generator should review appropriate
regulations.
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Regulatory status: This product is subject to hazardous classification only if machining the product
generates wood dust. See safety label attached to this Safety Data Sheet as required
by OSHA HCS.
TSCA (USA): All substances are listed.
California Prop. 65: Drilling, sawing, sanding or machining wood products generates wood dust, a
substance known to the State of California to cause cancer.
16 Other Information
References: 29CFR 1910.1200 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (2012);
Notice to the reader:
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate at the date of its publication.
However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for any specific product features and shall not establish a
legally valid contractual relationship.
Date of issue: 28/05/15
15 Regulatory Information
14 Transport Information
Regulatory status
(DOT; IMDG; IATA): Not regulated for transport.
SAFETY LABEL
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When this product is subject to processing methods under normal condition of use,
the release of wood dust may pose health risks and combustible dust hazard if work
is not performed under good industrial and safety practices.
Gurit (USA) Inc.
115 Broadcommon Road
Bristol, Rhode Island 02809 USA
Tel: 401-396-5008
DANGER! WOOD DUST
– May cause an allergic skin reaction.
– May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
– May cause respiratory irritation.
– May cause cancer.
– Causes damage to respiratory system through prolonged or repeated exposure.
– May form combustible dust in the air.
Precautionary statements:
– Do not breathe dust.
– Use only in a well-ventilated area.
– Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection.
– In case of inadequate ventilation, wear respiratory protection.
– Keep away from open flames and other ignition sources.
First aid:
– If experiencing respiratory symptoms, get medical attention.
– If skin irritation or rash occurs get medical advice.
C
California proposition 65:
Drilling, sawing, sanding or machining wood products generates wood dust,
a substance known to the State of California to cause cancer.
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