Material Safety Data Sheet Nilperm
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1. Identification of the substrate/preparation and of the company/undertaking 1.1
Identification/Trade name: Nilperm
1.2
Use of the substance/preparation: Bituminous vapour barrier membrane.
1.3
Supplier/Manufacturer: Alumasc Exterior Building Products Ltd White House Works, Bold Road, Sutton, St Helens, Merseyside, WA9 4JG. United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0)1744 648400 Fax: +44 (0)1744 648401 E-mail: waterproofing@alumasc-exteriors.co.uk
1.4
Telephone number in case of emergency: +44 (0)1744 648400 (Mon – Thur – 08.30-17.00 – Fri – 08.30-16.00)
2. Hazards identification 2.1
Used normally, these products present no special health hazards other than skin burns; the risk of eye injury, if splashes of hot bitumen enter the eye; and cuts from metal foils. In the case of glass fibre felts, the glass fibre content is present as a carrier membrane which has been impregnated and coated with bitumen. Consequently, there is very little likelihood of exposure to glass fibre dust when the materials are used in accordance with recommended practice. However, damage to the felt could result in exposure of the glass fibre base whereupon operator exposure should be controlled to within the recommended occupational exposure standards.
3. Composition and information about the components 3.1
Nilperm is a polyester reinforced SBS modified bitumen vapour barrier, with an aluminium core, sanded on both sides.
3.2
The OES for Asphalt, Petroleum Fumes (bitumen) are 5mg/m3 (8 hour TWA) and 10mg/m3 (15 minute reference period).
3.3
Silica is present as a constituent of the sand and mineral slate surfaced finishes used. The MEL for total inhalable dust is 0.3mg/m3.
4. First-aid measures Remove all contaminated clothing and obtain first-aid treatment 4.1
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. If discomfort persists seek medical attention.
4.2
Eye Contact: Flood eyes with water or eye-wash solution for not less than 10 minutes, and obtain medical attention.
ALUMASC EXTERIOR BUILDING PRODUCTS LTD Tel: +44 (0)1744 648400
Fax: +44 (0)1744 648401
Email: waterproofing@alumasc-exteriors.co.uk www.alumascwaterproofing.co.uk
Material Safety Data Sheet Nilperm
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4.3
Skin Contact: Cold Product: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Hot Product : Immediately immerse in or flush affected area with large amounts of cold water to dissipate heat. Cover the affected area with clean cotton sheeting or gauze and obtain prompt medical attention. No attempt should be made to remove material from the skin or to remove contaminated clothing, as damaged flesh can easily be torn.
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Ingestion: If swallowed rinse out mouth with water or milk, and obtain medical attention. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING.
5. Fire-fighting measures Roofing felts are combustible and once ignited will burn producing black smoke containing harmful products of combustion. Fires should be extinguished with foam or dry powder. Under no circumstances should a water jet be allowed to come in contact with molten bitumen as this will only spread the fire. 5.1
Extinguishing Media: Dry powder, CO2 or foam.
5.2
Extinguishing means to avoid: Water.
5.3
Protection of Fire-fighters: Bitumen based roofing membranes are combustible and release dense black smoke when they burn. In the event of a fire, wear protective clothing.
6. Accidental release measures 6.1
Measures in case of accidental release: None
7. Handling and storage 7.1
Store all products under cover and away from sources of heat and ignition. Refer also to product technical literature for any specific conditions.
8. Exposure controls/personal protection 8.1
The use of heavy duty gloves is recommended to protect against skin abrasion and burns through contact with hot bitumen or flame of gas torch during installation.
ALUMASC EXTERIOR BUILDING PRODUCTS LTD Tel: +44 (0)1744 648400
Fax: +44 (0)1744 648401
Email: waterproofing@alumasc-exteriors.co.uk www.alumascwaterproofing.co.uk
Material Safety Data Sheet Nilperm
Sheet No: M008FR Revision: 1 Pages:
Issued: st
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9. Physical and chemical properties 9.1
General information Solid bituminous membrane. No significant odour. Black in colour.
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Important health, safety and environmental information Physical state at 20째C pH Value Melting Point Boiling Point Flash Point Self ignition Auto-ignition temperature Decomposition point Vapour tension Relative density @ 20째 Solubility
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Solid Neutral 150o None 300o Non flammable product 350o none none 1.05 Insoluble
10. Stability and reactivity 10.1
No known hazard
11. Toxicological information 11.1
No known hazard
12. Ecological information 12.1
No known hazard
13. Disposal considerations 13.1
Dispose of in accordance with local authority and national regulations. Packaging should be similarly disposed of.
14. Transport information 14.1 Not classified as hazardous for transport.
ALUMASC EXTERIOR BUILDING PRODUCTS LTD Tel: +44 (0)1744 648400
Fax: +44 (0)1744 648401
Email: waterproofing@alumasc-exteriors.co.uk www.alumascwaterproofing.co.uk
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15. Regulatory information 15.1 Not classified as dangerous for supply under the Chemicals (Hazard information and Packaging for Supply) Regulations 1994.
16. Other information
16.1
Customers are urged to ensure that the product is entirely suitable for their own purpose. It is the customer’s responsibility to ensure that a suitable and sufficient assessment of the risks created by a work activity using this product is undertaken before the product is used.
ALUMASC EXTERIOR BUILDING PRODUCTS LTD Tel: +44 (0)1744 648400
Fax: +44 (0)1744 648401
Email: waterproofing@alumasc-exteriors.co.uk www.alumascwaterproofing.co.uk