colorFabb nGen operation manual

Safety Datasheet

Colorfabb nGen filament

Safety datasheet conform regulation (EC) 2015/830

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1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE AND THE COMPANY

1.1 Identification of the substance or
preparation:

ColorFabb nGen filament; all available colors.

1.2 Use of the substance or preparation:

FDM 3D printing

1.3 Company/undertaking identification

Colorfabb B.V.
NL-5951 DK BELFELD, The Netherlands
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]

1.4 Emergency telephone:

For emergency, health, safety, and environmental information
Colorfabb B.V.; Tel.: [phone] (only during office hours)

2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

2.1 Classification

This product is not classified as hazardous according to EC 1272/2008

2.2 Label elements

Health hazards:

Not applicable

Environmental hazards

Not applicable.

Hazard symbol

Not applicable

Signal Word

Not applicable

Hazard Statement

Not applicable

Precautionary statement

Not applicable

PBT and vPvB substances

Not applicable

2.3 Other hazards

None known

3. COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

3.1 Description

3.2 Hazardous ingredients
Substance name

CAS number

Concentration

Classification

Copolyester

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>96 %

Substance is not classified according to Directive

1272/2008 (CLP)

Color additives

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<4 %

Substances are not classified according to Directive

1272/2008 (CLP)

3.3 Additional information

No additional information

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4. FIRST AID MEASURES

4.1 Description of first aid measures

General Advice

First aid measures are not expected if printing filament is used as recommended. No
hazards known that require special first aid measures.

Inhalation

Not likely due to physical form. Overheating or burning may release vapors or
decomposition products which may be irritating. In case of inhalation of
decomposition products, move to fresh air. Get medical attention if symptoms
persist.

Eye contact

Unlikely to occur. Particles or dust may give mechanical irritation to the eyes. Rinse
eyes with plenty of water. Get medical attention if symptoms occur.

Skin contact

Unlikely to result in first aid measures. Molten material coming from the 3D printing
device may cause burns. Cool molten material adhering to the skin with plenty of water
and see a physician for removal of adhering material and treatment of burn.

Ingestion

Unlikely to occur. Seek medical advice.

4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Burns should be treated as thermal burns. The material will come off as healing occurs.

4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

Hazards

Contact with molten substance/material may cause severe burns to skin and/or eyes

Treatment

Treat symptomatically

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

General Fire Hazards

Polymer material can accumulate static charges which
may cause an electrical spark (ignition sourcs). Use
proper bonding and/or grounding procedures if needed.

5.1 Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media:

Water spray, dry-chemical, carbon dioxide

Unsuitable extinguishing media:

None known

5.2 Special hazards arising from the
substance/mixture

Powdered material may form explosive dust-air mixtures

5.3 Advice for firefighters

Self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective
clothing must be worn in case of fire.

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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

6.1 Personal precautions

Wear appropriate personal protective equipment if
necessary.

6.2 Environmental precautions

Material not regarded as dangerous for the
environment

6.3 Cleanup, containment and disposal of spill

Sweep up dust or particles or pieces of filament by
scoop or vacuum. Dispose of material in suitable
container according local regulations.

6.4 Reference to other sections

Not applicable.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

7.1 Precautions for safe handling

Handle in accordance with good hygiene and safety
practice. Avoid contact with molten material. Avoid
overheating. Ensure adequate ventilation during
printing.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage

Keep containers closed in a cool and dry place, away
from direct sunlight. Avoid uptake of moisture, to
protect the technical integrity of the product.

7.3 Specific use

Copolyester 3D filament is to be used in suitable FDM 3D
printers only.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION

8.1 Control parameters

Occupational exposure limits

Printing filament contains no substances with occupational
exposure control limits.

Biological limit values

There are no biological limit values for any of the
components.

Recommended monitoring procedures

No monitoring procedures recommended

Derived No Effect Level (DNEL)

Not established

8.2 Exposure controls

Appropriate Engineering Controls

Ensure adequate room ventilation to prevent buildup of dust
or fumes during printing. Keep processing temperatures
below decomposition temperature