Date Revised: 12/01/2016 MSDS - PE Foam 1/4

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

1. SUPPLIER INFORMATION

Supplier SIMCO INTERNATIONAL PTY LTD

Address Unit 2&3, 3 Bosci Road, Ingleburn NSW 2565 Australia
Telephone 61-2-96051177
Fax 61-2-96051033
Emergency 61-2-96051177
Email [email protected]
Trade/Product Name Crosslinked Closed-cell Polyethylene Foam

2. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION AND IDENTIFICATION

Crosslinked Closed-cell Polyethylene Foams are flexible light weight closed cell foams made of
polyethylene resin. They are available in continuous rolls or sheets in many colours, densities and
thicknesses with and without adhesive backing.

Product Name: Crosslinked Closed-cell Polyethylene Foam

Other Name(s): Not applicable
Identification Numbers: IXPE Foam (IX Series), CXPE Foam (CX Series), PXE Foam (PX-3000 Series),
PE Foam Tape (with or without liner), Soft-Joint Expansion Joint Filler, Tuff-
Joint Rigid Expansion Joint Filler, Impact-Foam Playground Underlay,
FoamLayTM Timber Flooring Underlay

UN Number: Not applicable

Dangerous Goods Class: Not applicable
Packaging Group: Not applicable
Hazchem Code: Not applicable
Poison Schedule: Not applicable
Use: Thermal and acoustic insulation, underlays, foam tapes, gaskets and seals, gap
and joint fillers and various applications in building, construction, automotive,
industrial, packaging, sports and leisure industries.

3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Ingredient Formula Concentration CAS No.

Polyolefin Resin Polyethylene ~ 65-85% 9002-88-4
Blowing Agent Azodicarbonamide ~ 13 -20 % 123-77-3
Other fillers & additives ~ 4 - 12%

4. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION

Hazchem classification None. No special hazards known.

Polyethylene foam will burn when provided with an adequate amount of heat
and oxygen, therefore do not expose the material to any flame or other source of
ignition or heat.
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5. FIRST AID MEASURES

Eye Exposure is unlikely. Flush eyes thoroughly with running water after contact.
Inhalation Exposure is considered very unlikely. No special measures required.
Skin Non-allergic.. No special measures required for handling.
Ingestion/swallowing If ingested, induce vomiting by drinking a large amount of water. In case of
swallowing, seek medical advice immediately

In case of Fire If smoke gases are inhaled, which contain mainly carbon dioxide (CO2) and
carbon monoxide (CO), fresh air and possible artificial respiration (seek
medical attention immediately) are the recommended measures.
If body skin is burned through contact with molten material, cool burned parts
with water but do not remove from the skin. Seek medical attention immediately.

6. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

Extinguishing Media Water spray, extinguishing powder, carbon dioxide, foam, or dry powder.

Flammability The product is non-flammable, but combustible, thus keep away from sources of
flame and high temperature, such as welding torch, electric and gas heaters.

Fire and Explosion Evacuate area and contact emergency services.

May evolve toxic gases (carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons).
Avoid dense smoke and do not inhale the smoke gases from combustion.
Remain upwind and notify those downwind of hazard.

Firemen have to wear self-contained breathing apparatus (respirators/oxygen

masks) in enclosed areas. Use safety glasses and protect skin/body with
protective clothing.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Storage Store inside in cool, dry, well ventilated area away from direct sunlight. Keep in original
packing until required. Do not expose to any source of flame, ignition or heat. Avoid
excessive compression during transportation and storage.

Handling Do not lift heavy rolls and use mechanical lifting equipments when required. The
working environment should be kept clean and free of dust.

Fabrication areas should be well ventilated to take away fumes, vapours and dust,
especially in processes, e.g. lamination (heat and coating), welding, vacuum forming, hot
press moulding; operators should be assured of a supply of fresh air.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Ventilation No special precautions are required unless product is heated and vapours evolve.

Where heating is involved, local exhaust ventilation is recommended in poorly ventilated

areas.
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PPE No personal protective equipment is required in normal application.

When working in fabrication areas utilising heat processes; wear gloves, safety glasses
(or goggles) and long sleeved clothing to prevent possible thermal injury from molten
foam.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance Flexible closed cell foam Solubility (water) Insoluble

Colour No specified % Volatiles Not Available
Odour Odorless Flash Point Not Available
Boiling Point Not Available Autoignition Temperature ≥ 300oC
Softening range 100 – 130°C pH Value Not Available
Vapor Pressure Not Applicable Explosion Limits Not Applicable

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Reactivity Incompatible with oxidizing agents (eg. hypochlorites, peroxides), strong acids
or alkaline, heat and ignition sources.
Decomposition May evolve toxic gases (carbon oxides, hydrocarbons) when heating to
decomposition.
Hazardous reactions No hazardous reactions observed.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Toxicologically harmless. Crosslinked polyolefin foams are among the most inert polymer foams
and constitute no hazard in terms of normal handling and skin contact.
Normal uses of this product do not cause adverse health effects.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Environmentally harmless. Insoluble in water and in most solvents. Free of heavy metals and
plasticizers. Degradable only by prolonged UV exposure.
Ozone depleting substances: The product does not contain and is not produced with any of ozone
depleting substances which include Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs),
Hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), Carbon Tetrachloride or 1,1,1-
Trichloroethane, Methyl Bromide and Hydrobromofluorocarbons
(HBFCs).

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Waste Disposal Can be recycled or reused. No special precautions are required for this product.
Legislation Small amounts to be disposed together with domestic waste. When disposing of any
waste, observe all applicable national and local regulations. The products may be
disposed of by either Landfill or Incineration.

Landfill The product, (crosslinked polyolefin foam) is inert and does not degrade, it forms a
permanent soil base and releases no gases or chemicals known to pollute water resources.
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Incineration Incinerate using properly controlled municipal or industrial incineration systems. The
thermoplastic materials have high heat values and should only be incinerated in units
designed to handle high combustion heat.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Not classified as Dangerous Good - No restrictions and non-hazardous material in relation to the
transportation regulations.

UN No. Not allocated

Hazchem Code Not allocated

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

No regulations apply in relation to classification, packaging and identification, also applicable to health and
environmental care.

16. OTHER INFORMATION

Available Products Usage

Additional products usage may be obtained by calling your Sales or Customer Service contact.

This information is based on our present knowledge. This shall not constitute a guarantee for any
specific product featured and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship.

Important

This material is not intended for use in products for which prolonged contact with mucous membranes,
body fluids or abraded skin, or implantation with the human body, is specifically intended, unless the
finished product has been tested in accordance with nationally and internationally applicable safety testing
requirements. Because of the wide range of such potential uses, Simco International is not able to
recommend this material as safe and effective for such uses and assumes no liability for such uses.