SAFETY DATA SHEET

Creation Date 28-Feb-2011 Revision Date 03-Jan-2021 Revision Number 5

SECTION 1: IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE AND OF THE

COMPANY/UNDERTAKING

1.1. Product identifier

Product Description: Triton Kaowool* ceramic fibre

Cat No. : T/3740/48, T/3740/53
Synonyms Glass oxide
CAS-No 65997-17-3
EC-No. 266-046-0

1.2. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against

Recommended Use Laboratory chemicals.

Uses advised against No Information available

1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Company UK entity/business name .

Fisher Scientific UK
Bishop Meadow Road, Loughborough,
Leicestershire LE11 5RG, United Kingdom

EU entity/business name
Acros Organics BVBA
Janssen Pharmaceuticalaan 3a
2440 Geel, Belgium

E-mail address [email protected]

1.4. Emergency telephone number

Tel: 01509 231166
Chemtrec US: (800) 424-9300
Chemtrec EU: 001 (202) 483-7616

SECTION 2: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture

CLP Classification - Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008

Physical hazards

Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met

Health hazards
Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met
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Environmental hazards
Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met

Full text of Hazard Statements: see section 16

2.2. Label elements

None required

2.3. Other hazards

In accordance with Annex XIII of the REACH Regulation, inorganic substances do not require assessment

SECTION 3: COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

3.1. Substances

Component CAS-No EC-No. Weight % CLP Classification - Regulation (EC) No

1272/2008
Glass, oxide 65997-17-3 EEC No. 266-046-0 100 -

Full text of Hazard Statements: see section 16

SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES

4.1. Description of first aid measures

General Advice If symptoms persist, call a physician.

Eye Contact Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Get
medical attention.

Skin Contact Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If skin irritation persists,
call a physician.

Ingestion Clean mouth with water and drink afterwards plenty of water. Get medical attention if
symptoms occur.

Inhalation Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Get medical attention if
symptoms occur.

Self-Protection of the First Aider No special precautions required.

4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

None reasonably foreseeable.

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4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

Notes to Physician Treat symptomatically.

SECTION 5: FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

5.1. Extinguishing media

Suitable Extinguishing Media

Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment. Water spray, carbon
dioxide (CO2), dry chemical, alcohol-resistant foam.

Extinguishing media which must not be used for safety reasons

No information available.

5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapors.

Hazardous Combustion Products

None under normal use conditions.

5.3. Advice for firefighters

As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full
protective gear.

SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Ensure adequate ventilation. Use personal protective equipment as required. Avoid dust formation.

6.2. Environmental precautions

Should not be released into the environment.

6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Sweep up and shovel into suitable containers for disposal. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.

6.4. Reference to other sections

Refer to protective measures listed in Sections 8 and 13.

SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE

7.1. Precautions for safe handling

Ensure adequate ventilation. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Wear personal protective equipment/face protection. Avoid dust
formation. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.

Hygiene Measures
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. Do
not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Remove and wash contaminated clothing and gloves, including the inside, before
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re-use. Wash hands before breaks and after work.

7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.

Technical Rules for Hazardous Substances (TRGS) 510 Storage Class (LGK) Class 13
(Germany)

7.3. Specific end use(s)

Use in laboratories

SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

8.1. Control parameters

Exposure limits
List source(s):

Biological limit values

This product, as supplied, does not contain any hazardous materials with biological limits established by the region specific
regulatory bodies

Monitoring methods
BS EN 14042:2003 Title Identifier: Workplace atmospheres. Guide for the application and use of procedures for the assessment of
exposure to chemical and biological agents.
MDHS14/3 General methods for sampling and gravimetric analysis of respirable and inhalable dust

Derived No Effect Level (DNEL) No information available

Route of exposure Acute effects (local) Acute effects Chronic effects Chronic effects
(systemic) (local) (systemic)
Oral
Dermal
Inhalation

Predicted No Effect Concentration No information available.

(PNEC)

8.2. Exposure controls

Engineering Measures
None under normal use conditions.

Personal protective equipment

Eye Protection Wear safety glasses with side shields (or goggles) (European standard - EN 166)

Hand Protection Protective gloves

Glove material Breakthrough time Glove thickness EU standard Glove comments

Natural rubber See manufacturers - EN 374 (minimum requirement)
Nitrile rubber recommendations
Neoprene
PVC

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Skin and body protection Long sleeved clothing

Inspect gloves before use.

Please observe the instructions regarding permeability and breakthrough time which are provided by the supplier of the gloves.
(Refer to manufacturer/supplier for information)
Ensure gloves are suitable for the task: Chemical compatability, Dexterity, Operational conditions, User susceptibility, e.g.
sensitisation effects, also take into consideration the specific local conditions under which the product is used, such as the danger
of cuts, abrasion.
Remove gloves with care avoiding skin contamination.

Respiratory Protection No protective equipment is needed under normal use conditions.

Large scale/emergency use Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 136 approved respirator if exposure limits
are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced
Recommended Filter type: Particle filter 2

Small scale/Laboratory use Maintain adequate ventilation

Environmental exposure controls No information available.

SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Physical State Solid

Appearance White
Odor No information available
Odor Threshold No data available
Melting Point/Range 1650 °C / 3002 °F
Softening Point No data available
Boiling Point/Range No information available
Flammability (liquid) Not applicable Solid
Flammability (solid,gas) No information available
Explosion Limits No data available

Flash Point Not applicable Method - No information available

Autoignition Temperature No data available
Decomposition Temperature No data available
pH Not applicable
Viscosity Not applicable Solid
Water Solubility Insoluble in water
Solubility in other solvents No information available
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water)
Vapor Pressure No information available
Density / Specific Gravity No data available
Bulk Density No data available
Vapor Density Not applicable Solid
Particle characteristics No data available

9.2. Other information

Evaporation Rate Not applicable - Solid

SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

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10.1. Reactivity
None known, based on information available

10.2. Chemical stability

Stable under normal conditions.

10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions

Hazardous Polymerization No information available.

Hazardous Reactions None under normal processing.

10.4. Conditions to avoid

None known.

10.5. Incompatible materials

No information available.

10.6. Hazardous decomposition products

None under normal use conditions.

SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

11.1. Information on hazard classes as defined in Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008

Product Information

(a) acute toxicity;

Oral No data available
Dermal No data available
Inhalation No data available

(b) skin corrosion/irritation; No data available

(c) serious eye damage/irritation; No data available

(d) respiratory or skin sensitization;

Respiratory No data available
Skin No data available

(e) germ cell mutagenicity; No data available

(f) carcinogenicity; No data available

There are no known carcinogenic chemicals in this product

(g) reproductive toxicity; No data available

(h) STOT-single exposure; No data available

(i) STOT-repeated exposure; No data available

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Target Organs No information available.

(j) aspiration hazard; Not applicable

Solid

Symptoms / effects,both acute and No information available.

delayed

11.2. Information on other hazards

Endocrine Disrupting Properties Assess endocrine disrupting properties for human health. This product does not contain any
known or suspected endocrine disruptors.

SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

12.1. Toxicity
Ecotoxicity effects Contains no substances known to be hazardous to the environment or that are not
degradable in waste water treatment plants.

12.2. Persistence and degradability

Persistence Insoluble in water.
Degradability Not relevant for inorganic substances.

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential May have some potential to bioaccumulate

12.4. Mobility in soil Spillage unlikely to penetrate soil Is not likely mobile in the environment due its low water
solubility.

12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB In accordance with Annex XIII of the REACH Regulation, inorganic substances do not
assessment require assessment.

12.6. Endocrine disrupting

properties
Endocrine Disruptor Information This product does not contain any known or suspected endocrine disruptors

12.7. Other adverse effects

Persistent Organic Pollutant This product does not contain any known or suspected substance
Ozone Depletion Potential This product does not contain any known or suspected substance

SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

13.1. Waste treatment methods

Waste from Residues/Unused Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a
Products hazardous waste. Consult local, regional, and national hazardous waste regulations to
ensure complete and accurate classification.

Contaminated Packaging Empty remaining contents. Dispose of in accordance with local regulations. Do not re-use
empty containers.

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European Waste Catalogue (EWC) According to the European Waste Catalog, Waste Codes are not product specific, but
application specific.
Other Information Waste codes should be assigned by the user based on the application for which the product
was used.

SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION

IMDG/IMO Not regulated

14.1. UN number
14.2. UN proper shipping name
14.3. Transport hazard class(es)
14.4. Packing group

ADR Not regulated

14.1. UN number
14.2. UN proper shipping name
14.3. Transport hazard class(es)
14.4. Packing group

IATA Not regulated

14.1. UN number
14.2. UN proper shipping name
14.3. Transport hazard class(es)
14.4. Packing group

14.5. Environmental hazards No hazards identified

14.6. Special precautions for user No special precautions required

14.7. Maritime transport in bulk Not applicable, packaged goods

according to IMO instruments

SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION

15.1. Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture

International Inventories
X = listed, Europe (EINECS/ELINCS/NLP), U.S.A. (TSCA), Canada (DSL/NDSL), Philippines (PICCS), China (IECSC), Japan (ENCS), Australia
(AICS), Korea (ECL).

Component EINECS ELINCS NLP TSCA DSL NDSL PICCS ENCS IECSC AICS KECL
Glass, oxide 266-046-0 - X X - X X X X KE-1763
0

Regulation (EC) No 649/2012 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 4 July 2012 concerning the export and
import of dangerous chemicals
Not applicable

National Regulations

WGK Classification Water endangering class = 3 (self classification)

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Component France - INRS (Tables of occupational diseases)

Glass, oxide Tableaux des maladies professionnelles (TMP) - RG 42
UK - Take note of Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) 2002 and 2005 Amendment

15.2. Chemical safety assessment

A Chemical Safety Assessment/Report (CSA/CSR) has not been conducted

SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION

Full text of H-Statements referred to under sections 2 and 3

Legend

CAS - Chemical Abstracts Service TSCA - United States Toxic Substances Control Act Section 8(b)
Inventory
EINECS/ELINCS - European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical DSL/NDSL - Canadian Domestic Substances List/Non-Domestic
Substances/EU List of Notified Chemical Substances Substances List
PICCS - Philippines Inventory of Chemicals and Chemical Substances ENCS - Japanese Existing and New Chemical Substances
IECSC - Chinese Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances AICS - Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances
KECL - Korean Existing and Evaluated Chemical Substances NZIoC - New Zealand Inventory of Chemicals

WEL - Workplace Exposure Limit TWA - Time Weighted Average

ACGIH - American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists IARC - International Agency for Research on Cancer
DNEL - Derived No Effect Level Predicted No Effect Concentration (PNEC)
RPE - Respiratory Protective Equipment LD50 - Lethal Dose 50%
LC50 - Lethal Concentration 50% EC50 - Effective Concentration 50%
NOEC - No Observed Effect Concentration POW - Partition coefficient Octanol:Water
PBT - Persistent, Bioaccumulative, Toxic vPvB - very Persistent, very Bioaccumulative

ADR - European Agreement Concerning the International Carriage of ICAO/IATA - International Civil Aviation Organization/International Air
Dangerous Goods by Road Transport Association
IMO/IMDG - International Maritime Organization/International Maritime MARPOL - International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from
Dangerous Goods Code Ships
OECD - Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development ATE - Acute Toxicity Estimate
BCF - Bioconcentration factor VOC (volatile organic compound)
Key literature references and sources for data
https://echa.europa.eu/information-on-chemicals
Suppliers safety data sheet, Chemadvisor - LOLI, Merck index, RTECS

Training Advice
Chemical hazard awareness training, incorporating labelling, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and
hygiene.

Creation Date 28-Feb-2011

Revision Date 03-Jan-2021
Revision Summary Update to CLP Format.

This safety data sheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006
COMMISSION REGULATION (EU) 2020/878 amending Annex II to Regulation (EC) No
1907/2006
Disclaimer
The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the
date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage,
transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a warranty or quality specification. The information
relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other
materials or in any process, unless specified in the text

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End of Safety Data Sheet

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