Safety features

01Material Identification & Use

• Material Name: Polyester Staple Fiber
• Manufacturer's Name: ALPA INT VENTURES 814/A, Sakar 9th, Near Old R.B.I., Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380 009. Gujarat INDIA

02Composition

Polyethylene Terephthalate > 95% Finish < 3% Titanium Di-Oxide < 1% Hazardous ingredients : None

03Possible Hazards

Elements like Lead, Mercury, Cadmium, Hexavalent Chromium and materials like Asbestos etc are not used directly or indirectly in the process. When Polyester Staple Fiber is burned, no unusual combustion gases have been observed, and its combustion products are similar to those of other organic materials of the same elements.

04First Aid Measures

Inhalation : No specific intervention is indicated. Consult physician if necessary. Ingestion : No specific intervention is indicated as fiber is not likely to be hazardous by ingestion. Consult physician if necessary. Eye contact : In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Consult physician if necessary Skin contact : The Fiber is not likely to be hazardous by skin contact, but cleansing the skin after use is advisable.If burned by contact with molten material, cool with cold water as quickly as possible and consult physician for burn injuries.

05Fire Fighting Measures

Flammability : Non Flammable as such. Suitable extinguishing media : Water spray, Dry Chemical Powder, Foam, Carbon dioxide Further information : ‚Flammable Properties : Flash Point – Not applicable. Material will burn in a fire.‚Fire and Explosion Hazards : None‚When Polyester Staple Fiber is burned, no unusual combustion gases have been observed, and its combustion products are similar to those of other organic materials of the same elements. ‚Sometimes Fiber may have mild static charge which may be harmful to skin on prolonged exposure. Formation of further fission and oxidation products depends upon the fire conditions. Dispose of fire debris and contaminated extinguishing water in accordance with local regulations.

06Accidental Release Measures

Polyester Staple Fiber presents no unusual spill or release potential. Shovel or sweep up for disposal.

07Exposure Control and Personal Protection

No damage to health is known to have occurred due to prolonged exposure. Material is non-toxic. Personal protective equipment : While no special control or handling procedures are required, it is recommended that exposure to any inhalable material be minimized by use of ventilation and personal cleanliness. During fiber processing, nose mask is recommended to avoid fiber fly or dust to enter into the respiratory system.

08Physical and Chemical Properties

• Form: Fiber
• Colour: Clear and colourless, white if product contains TiO2, black if product contains carbon black.
• Odour: Odourless
• Melting range: 250 - 300 deg C
• Decomposition temperature: > 350 deg C
• Vapour pressure: not applicable
• Density: > 1.1 g/cm
• Solubility in water: insoluble

09Stability and Reactivity

• Chemical Stability: Stable under normal standard conditions.
• Incompatibility to other substances: Contact with strong oxidizing acid such as HNO3 acid to be avoided.
• Avoid direct exposure to sunlight.
• Avoid contact with water.
• Decomposition: Decomposes with heat.Combustion products are similar to those of other organic materials composed of same elements.

10Toxicological Information

• Non-toxic Polymer
• Low order of acute oral toxicity tested in rats
• Skin irritation: NOT IRRITANT, tested on rabbits
• Eye irritation: NOT IRRITANT, tested on eyes of rabbits

11Ecological information

Ecotoxic effects : None

12Disposal considerations

• Check for possible recycling.
• Incineration or Landfill. Observe all State and Local Laws concerning Health and Environment.

13Transport information

Not classified as hazardous under transport regulations, however care should be taken during loading and unloading of Trucks/Containers as the bales are very heavy.