Universal Absorbent
Name, Address, and Telep
hone of the Responsible Party
Name
Product Identifier %
Classification according to Directive
67/548/EEC
Polypropylene
(CAS No) 9003-07-0
(EC no) 618-352-4
0-100%
Not classified
Cellulose-DRC
(CAS No) 9004-34-6
(EC no) 232-674-9
0-100%
Not classified
Safety Data Sheet
according to Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 58 / Monday, March 26, 2012 / Rules and Regulations
Revision Date: 09/08/2014
Date of issue: 09/08/2014
Version: 1.0
SECTION 1: IDENTIFICATION
Product Identifier
Product Form: Fabric
Product Name: Universal Absorbent
Product Code: All DB, G, GFF, G2L, SFG, UBG, UPG, USG, USR, 521040, 521048, SM, DS, TR series products
Synonyms: Roll, Sock, Pillow, Pad, nonwoven
Intended Use of the Product
Designed to absorb all types of liquids(both water based and Oil-Based). Not recommended for aggressive fluids such as acids and
bases. For professional use only.
Customer
NPS Corporation
3303 Spirit Way
Green Bay, WI 54304
800-558-5066
npscorp.com
Emergency Telephone Number
Emergency number : CHEMTREC: (800) 424-9300 (USA); +1 (703) 527-3887 (International and Maritime)
SECTION 2: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification of the Substance or Mixture
Classification (GHS-US)
Not classified
Label Elements
GHS-US Labeling
No labeling applicable
Other Hazards
Other Hazards Not Contributing to the Classification: Exposure may aggravate those with pre-existing eye, skin, or respiratory
conditions.
Unknown Acute Toxicity (GHS-US) Not available
SECTION 3: COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Substances
SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES
Description of First Aid Measures
General: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If you feel unwell, seek medical advice (show the label if possible).
Inhalation: Not expected to be a primary route of exposure.
Skin Contact: Not expected to present a significant dermal hazard under anticipated conditions of normal use.
Eye Contact: Rinse with plenty of water. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Obtain medical attention
if irritation develops or persists.
Ingestion: Do NOT induce vomiting. Rinse mouth. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
Most Important Symptoms and Effects Both Acute and Delayed
General: Not expected to present a significant hazard under anticipated conditions of normal use.
Inhalation: Not expected to be a primary route of exposure.
Skin Contact: Not expected to present a significant dermal hazard under anticipated conditions of normal use.
Eye Contact: May cause eye irritation.
Ingestion: Ingestion is likely to be harmful or have adverse effects.
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Chronic Symptoms: None expected under normal conditions of use.
Indication of Any Immediate Medical Attention and Special Treatment Needed
If you feel unwell, seek medical advice (show the label where possible).
SECTION 5: FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing Media
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire.
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Do not use a heavy water stream. Use of heavy stream of water may spread fire.
Special Hazards Arising From the Substance or Mixture
Fire Hazard: Not considered flammable but may burn at high temperatures.
Explosion Hazard: Product itself is not explosive.
Reactivity: Hazardous reactions will not occur under normal conditions.
Advice for Firefighters
Precautionary Measures Fire: Exercise caution when fighting any chemical fire.
Firefighting Instructions: Use water spray or fog for cooling exposed containers.
Protection During Firefighting: Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon oxides (CO, CO2).
Refer to section 9 for flammability properties.
SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precautions, Protective Equipment and Emergency Procedures
General Measures: No special measures required.
For Non-Emergency Personnel
Protective Equipment: Use appropriate personal protection equipment (PPE).
Emergency Procedures: Evacuate unnecessary personnel.
For Emergency Personnel
Protective Equipment: Equip cleanup crew with proper protection.
Emergency Procedures: Eliminate ignition sources. Ventilate area.
Environmental Precautions
Prevent entry to sewers and public waters.
Methods and Material for Containment and Cleaning Up
For Containment: Contain and collect as any solid.
Methods for Cleaning Up: Dispose of waste safely. Transfer spilled material to a suitable container for disposal. Contact competent
authorities after a spill.
Reference to Other Sections
See Heading 8. Exposure controls and personal protection.
SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for Safe Handling
Additional Hazards When Processed: None.
Hygiene Measures: Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety procedures. Wash hands and other exposed areas
with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
Conditions for Safe Storage, Including Any Incompatibilities
Technical Measures: Comply with applicable regulations.
Storage Conditions: Keep/Store away from direct sunlight, extremely high temperatures, and incompatible materials.
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers.
Specific End Use(s)
Designed to absorb all types of liquids(both water based and Oil-Based). Not recommended for aggressive fluids such as acids and
bases. For professional use only.
SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Control Parameters
No Occupational Exposure Limits (OELs) have been established for this product or its chemical components.
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Exposure Controls
Appropriate Engineering Controls: Ensure all national/local regulations are observed.
Personal Protective Equipment: Not required for normal conditions of use
Materials for Protective Clothing: Not required for normal conditions of use
Hand Protection: Not required for normal conditions of use
Eye Protection: Not required for normal conditions of use
Skin and Body Protection: Not required for normal conditions of use
Respiratory Protection: Not required for normal conditions of use
Environmental Exposure Controls: Do not allow the product to be released into the environment.
Consumer Exposure Controls: Do not eat, drink or smoke during use
SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Information on Basic Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State : Solid
Appearance : Gray or green
Odor : Odorless
Odor Threshold : Not available
pH : Not available
Evaporation Rate : Not available
Melting Point : 177 °C (350 °F)
Freezing Point : Not available
Boiling Point : Not available
Flash Point :
Auto-ignition Temperature : Not available
Decomposition Temperature : Not available
Flammability (solid, gas) : Not available
Lower Flammable Limit : Not available
Upper Flammable Limit : Not available
Vapor Pressure : Not available
Relative Vapor Density at 20 °C : Not available
Relative Density : Not available
Specific Gravity : 0.9
Solubility : Insoluble
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water : Not available
Viscosity : Not available
Explosion Data – Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact : Not expected to present an explosion hazard due to mechanical impact.
Explosion Data – Sensitivity to Static Discharge : Not expected to present an explosion hazard due to static discharge.
SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity: Hazardous reactions will not occur under normal conditions.
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended handling and storage conditions (see section 7).
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: Hazardous polymerization will not occur.
Conditions to Avoid: Extremely high or low temperatures. Incompatible materials. Ignition sources.
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides (CO, CO2).
SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Information on Toxicological Effects - Product
Acute Toxicity: Not classified
LD50 and LC50 Data: Not available
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Not classified
625 °C (1157 °F)
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Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Not classified
Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: Not classified
Germ Cell Mutagenicity: Not classified
Teratogenicity: Not available
Carcinogenicity: Not classified
Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure): Not classified
Reproductive Toxicity: Not classified
Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure): Not classified
Aspiration Hazard: Not classified
Symptoms/Injuries After Inhalation: Not expected to be a primary route of exposure.
Symptoms/Injuries After Skin Contact: Not expected to present a significant dermal hazard under anticipated conditions of normal
use.
Symptoms/Injuries After Eye Contact: May cause eye irritation.
Symptoms/Injuries After Ingestion: Ingestion is likely to be harmful or have adverse effects.
Chronic Symptoms: None expected under normal conditions of use.
Information on Toxicological Effects - Ingredient(s)
LD50 and LC50 Data:
Polypropylene (9003-07-0)
IARC Group 3
SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxicity Not classified
Persistence and Degradability Not available
Bioaccumulative Potential Not available
Mobility in Soil Not available
Other Adverse Effects
Other Information: Avoid release to the environment.
SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste Disposal Recommendations: Dispose of waste material in accordance with all local, regional, national, and international
regulations.
Ecology – Waste Materials: Avoid release to the environment.
SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION
14.1 In Accordance with DOT Not regulated for transport
14.2 In Accordance with IMDG Not regulated for transport
14.3 In Accordance with IATA Not regulated for transport
14.4 In Accordance with TDG Not regulated for transport
SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION
US Federal Regulations
Polypropylene (9003-07-0)
Listed on the United States TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) inventory
US State Regulations
Neither this product nor its chemical components appear on any US state lists.
Canadian Regulations
Universal Absorbent
WHMIS Classification Uncontrolled product according to WHMIS classification criteria
Polypropylene (9003-07-0)
Listed on the Canadian DSL (Domestic Substances List) inventory.
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WHMIS Classification Uncontrolled product according to WHMIS classification criteria
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations (CPR) and the SDS
contains all of the information required by CPR.
SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION, INCLUDING DATE OF PREPARATION OR LAST REVISION
Revision date
Other Information : This document has been prepared in accordance with the SDS requirements of the OSHA
NFPA Health Hazard : 0 - Exposure under fire conditions would offer no hazard
NFPA Fire Hazard : 1 - Must be preheated before ignition can occur.
NFPA Reactivity : 0 - Normally stable, even under fire exposure conditions,
Party Responsible for the Preparation of This Document
NPS Corporation
3303 Spirit Way
Green Bay, WI 54304
8005585066
This information is based on our current knowledge and is intended to describe the product for the purposes of health, safety and
environmental requirements only. It should not therefore be construed as guaranteeing any specific property of the product.
North America GHS US 2012 & W HMIS
:
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Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200.
beyond that of ordinary combustible materials.
and are not reactive with water.
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