Radar Open Plan Acoustical Panels SDS 811433
Radar Open Plan Acoustical Panels SDS 811433
usg-radar-climaplus-high-cac-high-nrc-including-firecode-products-msds-en-41200053
SECTION 1
CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND IDENTIFICATION
CHEMICAL FAMILY /
Ceiling Tiles
GENERAL CATEGORY
SYNONYMS Water Felted Mineral Fiber Ceiling Panel
MANUFACTURED AT 850 N. Broadway, Greenville, MS 38701 and/or 35 Arch St., Cloquet, MN 55720
SECTION 2
HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW:
∆WARNING!
Exposure to high dust levels may irritate the skin, eyes, nose, throat, or upper respiratory tract. Man-made mineral
fibres have been classified by the European Union as irritating to skin (R:38). Prolonged exposure to respirable
crystalline silica can cause lung disease and/or cancer.
silicosis is dependent upon the exposure intensity and duration. FIRECODE® products may contain
silica. Prolonged and repeated exposures to airborne respirable crystalline silica can cause lung
cancer. Smoking in combination with silica exposures increases the risk of cancer. The concentration
of respirable crystalline silica measured in airborne dust samples was below the detection limit using
NIOSH Method 7500 in industrial hygiene testing of workers installing USG Acoustical Ceiling Panels
for an 8 hour work day.
Eyes None known.
Skin None known.
Ingestion None known.
TARGET ORGANS: Eyes, skin and respiratory system.
PRIMARY ROUTES OF ENTRY: Inhalation, eyes and skin contact.
CARCINOGENICITY CLASSIFICATION OF INGREDIENT(S) All substances listed are associated with the nature of
the raw materials used in the manufacture of this product and are not independent components of the product
formulation. All substances, if present, are at levels well below regulatory limits. See Section 11: Toxicology
Information for detailed information.
MATERIAL IARC NTP ACGIH CAL- 65
Slag Wool Fiber 3 2 A3 Not Listed
Crystalline silica 1 1 A2 Listed
IARC - International Agency for Research on Cancer: 1- Carcinogenic to humans; 2A – Probably carcinogenic to
humans; 2B – Possibly carcinogenic to humans; 3 - Not classifiable as a carcinogen; 4 – Probably not a carcinogen
NTP – National Toxicology Program (Health and Human Services Dept., Public Health Service, NIH/NIEHS): 1-
Known to be carcinogen; 2- Anticipated to be carcinogens
ACGIH – American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists: A1 – Confirmed human carcinogen; A2 –
Suspected human carcinogen; A3 – Animal carcinogen; A4 - Not classifiable as a carcinogen; A5 – Not suspected as
a human carcinogen
CAL-65 – California Proposition 65 “Chemicals known to the State of California to Cause Cancer”
Respirable crystalline silica: IARC: Group 1 carcinogen, NTP: Known human carcinogen. The weight percent of
crystalline silica given represents total quartz and not the respirable fraction. The weight percent of respirable silica
has not been measured in this product.
POTENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS: This product has no known adverse effect on ecology. (See Section 12
for more information)
SECTION 3
COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
All ingredients of this product are included in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Toxic Substances Control
Act Chemical Substance Inventory and the Canadian Domestic Substances List (DSL).
This material is slag wool. Other generic terms that are used or have been used to classify this material include
mineral wool, man made mineral fiber (MMMF), and man made vitreous fiber (MMVF). A more recent generic term
that has appeared in the literature to describe these glassy materials is synthetic vitreous fiber (SVF). ^The weight
percent for silica represents total quartz and not the respirable fraction. *This polymer is a uniquely formulated
formaldehyde-free binder.
SECTION 4
FIRST AID MEASURES
SECTION 5
FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
SECTION 6
ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
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DISPOSAL: Follow all local, state, provincial and federal regulations. Never discharge large releases directly into
sewers or surface waters.
SECTION 7
HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING: Avoid dust contact with eyes and skin. Wear the appropriate eye and skin protection against dust (See
Section 8). Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid breathing dust. Wear the appropriate respiratory
protection against dust in poorly ventilated areas and if TLV is exceeded (see Sections 2 and 8). Use good safety and
industrial hygiene practices.
Follow traditional building practices; such as management of water away from the interior of the structure to avoid the
growth of mold, mildew and fungus. Remove from the jobsite any building products suspected of being exposed to
sustained moisture and considered conducive to mold growth.
STORAGE: Warehouse storage should be in accordance with package directions. Store in a cool, dry, ventilated
area away from sources of heat, moisture and incompatibilities (see Section 10). Protect from weather and prevent
exposure to sustained moisture. Protect product from physical damage.
SECTION 8
EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Provide ventilation sufficient to control airborne dust levels. If user operations generate
airborne dust, use ventilation to keep dust concentrations below permissible exposure limits. Where general
ventilation is inadequate, use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to control
dust levels below permissible exposure limits. If cutting or trimming with power tools, dust collectors and local
ventilation should be used.
Avoid unnecessary exposure to dust and handle with care. Keep work area clean of dust by using an industrial
vacuum cleaner with high efficiency filter or wetting down area with water. Never use compressed air and avoid dry
sweeping.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Wear a NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator equipped with particulate cartridges when
dusty in poorly ventilated areas, and if TLV is exceeded. A respiratory program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134
and ANSI Z88.2 requirements must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant a respirator's use. If
engineering controls are not possible, wear a properly fitted NIOSH/MSHA-approved particulate respirator.
SECTION 9
PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
White or colored
Appearance surface; Vapor Density (Air = 1) Not Applicable
beige/gray core
Odor Low to no odor Specific Gravity (H2O = 1) ~2.9
Odor Threshold Not Determined Solubility in water (g/100g) Very low
Physical State Solid panel Partition Coefficient Not Applicable
pH @ 25 º C ~9 Auto-ignition Temp Not Determined
2200ºF/ 1200ºC
Melting Point Decomposition Temp Not Determined
(Slag wool)
Freezing Point Not Determined Viscosity Not Applicable
Boiling Point Not Applicable Particle Size Not Applicable
Flash Point Not Determined Bulk Density ~250 - 400 kg/m3
Evaporation Rate (BuAc = 1) Not Applicable Molecular Weight Mixture
Upper Flammable Limit (UFL) Not Applicable VOC Class* Low-emitting
Lower Flammable Limit (LFL) Not Applicable
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg) Not Applicable
*Formaldehyde/VOC product emission classification.
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SECTION 10
CHEMICAL STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABILITY Stable.
Moisture and contact with incompatibles (see below). For non-
CONDITIONS TO AVOID
ClimaPlus™ products, avoid high humidity.
INCOMPATIBILITY None known.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION None known.
The decomposition products from this material are those that would
be expected from any organic (carbon-containing) material, and are
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION mainly derived from pyrolysis (burning) of the organics. These
decomposition products may include carbon monoxide, carbon
dioxide, and carbon particles. None known.
SECTION 11
TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ACUTE EFFECTS: Direct contact with dust can cause eye and skin irritation (mechanical) and itchiness. Inhalation of
dust can cause coughing and sneezing due to temporary irritation of nose and throat. None known.
Crystalline Silica: Exposures to respirable crystalline silica during the normal use of this product must be determined
by workplace hygiene testing. The weight percent of respirable crystalline silica has not been measured in this
product. Prolonged and repeated exposure to airborne free respirable crystalline silica can cause lung disease (i.e.,
silicosis) and/or lung cancer. The development of silicosis may increase the risks of additional health effects.
Smoking in combination with silica exposures increases the risk of cancer. The risk of developing silicosis is
dependent upon the exposure intensity and duration.
In June, 1997, IARC classified crystalline silica (quartz and cristobalite) as a human carcinogen. In making the overall
evaluation, the IARC Working Group noted that carcinogenicity in humans was not detected in all industrial
circumstances studied. Carcinogenicity may be dependent on inherent characteristics of the crystalline silica or on
external factors affecting its biological activity or distribution of its polymorphs.
IARC states that crystalline silica inhaled in the form of quartz or cristobalite from occupational sources is carcinogenic
to humans (Group 1).
The concentration of respirable crystalline silica measured in airborne dust samples was below the detection limit
using NIOSH Method 7500 in industrial hygiene testing of workers installing USG Acoustical Ceiling Panels for an 8
hour work day.
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SECTION 12
ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
SECTION 13
DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD: Certain ceiling tile products may be recycled. If unable to recycle with the USG
Ceilings Recycling Program, dispose of material in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations. Never
discharge directly into sewers or surface waters. Consult with environmental regulatory agencies for guidance on
acceptable disposal practices.
SECTION 14
TRANSPORT INFORMATION
U.S. DOT INFORMATION: Not a hazardous material per DOT shipping requirements. Not classified or regulated.
Shipping Name Same as product name.
Hazard Class Not classified.
UN/NA # None. Not classified.
Packing Group None.
Label (s) Required Not applicable.
GGVSec/MDG-Code Not classified.
ICAO/IATA-DGR Not applicable.
RID/ADR None.
ADNR None.
SECTION 15
REGULATORY INFORMATION
3 3 3
CERCLA
Sec. 112
MATERIAL WT% 0 0 1
RCRA
Code
2 4 3
CAA
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CANADIAN REGULATIONS
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of Controlled Product regulations and the
MSDS contains all the information required by the Controlled Products Regulations. All ingredients of this product are
included in the Canadian Domestic Substances List (DSL).
WHMIS
MATERIAL WT% IDL Item #
Classification
Slag Wool Fiber 10-75 Not Listed Not Listed
Expanded Perlite 5-75 Not Listed D2A
Cellulose 1-25 Not Listed Not Listed
Starch 5-15 Not Listed Not Listed
Kaolin 0-15 Not Listed D2A
Calcium Sulfate Dihydrate 0-80 Not Listed Not Listed
Limestone <2 Not Listed D2A
Or Dolomite Not Listed Not Listed
Crystalline Silica <5 1406 D2A
Vinyl Acetate Polymer* <2 Not Listed Not Listed
Or Ethylene Vinyl Acetate Polymer Not Listed Not Listed
Zinc Pyrithione <1 Not Listed Not Listed
May be available with foil-backing: [ ]
Aluminum Foil (as Aluminum and Cmpds) 0-2 47 Not Listed
IDL Item#: Canadian Hazardous Products Act – Ingredient Disclosure List Item #
WHMIS Classification: Workplace Hazardous Material Information System
Risk and Safety Phrases defined by European Union Directive 67/548/EEC (Annex III and IV)
R-Phrase(s): R36/37/38
S-Phrase(s): None known.
SECTION 16
OTHER INFORMATION
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Label Information
Δ WARNING!
Dust can cause irritation to eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Cut and trim with a razor knife or hand saw to minimize
dust levels. Using power tools for cutting will generate high dust levels. Power tools must be equipped with a dust
collection system. Wear eye, skin and respiratory protection as necessary per working conditions. If eye contact
occurs flush with water for 15 minutes. FIRECODE® products may contain silica. Prolonged and repeated exposures
to airborne respirable crystalline silica can cause lung cancer. Smoking in combination with silica exposures
increases the risk of cancer. Do not ingest. If ingested, call physician. Product safety information: 800-507-8899 or
usg. com. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
Prepared by:
Product Safety
USG Corporation
550 West Adams Street
Chicago, IL 60661-3637
The information contained in this document applies to this specific material as supplied. It may not be valid for this
material if it is used in combination with any other materials. It is the user’s responsibility to satisfy oneself as to the
suitability and completeness of this information for his/her own particular use.
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