Name:
Flexible urethane foam, slabstock, densified, bonded
Chemical Type:
Polyether and/or Polyester-based Urethane Polymer
Since urethane foam is a polymeric solid, physical characteristics such as boiling point, vapor pressure, vapor density, percent volatile, evaporation rate, etc. are not applicable.
DENSITY:
APPEARANCE:
IGNITION POINT:
AUTOIGNITION POINT:
OSHA CLASSIFICATION:
Combustible solid
NFPA SPRINKLER CLASSIFICATION:
Upholstery with plastic foams extra hazard
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:
Water Carbon Dioxide, Dry chemical
FIRE FIGHTING PROTECTION:
Fire fighters must be equipped with NIOSH approved self-contained breathing apparatus and turnout gear.
UNUSUAL FIRE HAZARDS:
Once ignited, can produce rapid flames spread, intense heat, dense smoke, and toxic gases. Can turn into burning liquid, which can drip and flow.
Piles of polyurethane dust can be readily ignited and present a potential fire hazard. High concentrations of polyurethane dust in the air can be a potential explosion hazard if exposed to flame, sparks, or other ignition sources.
REACTIVITY:
Stable; hazardous polymerization will not occur.
OTHER SOURCES OF TOXIC FUMES:
Hot wire cutting, heat sealing, hot stamping, and flame laminating operations may produce toxic fumes.
THRESHOLD LIMIT VALUE:
ACUTE ORAL LD 50:
OSHA PERMISSIBLE EXPOSURE:
ACUTE DERMAL LD 50 LIMIT:
ACUTE INHALATION LC 50:
PRIMARY SKIN IRRITANT
PRIMARY ROUTE OF ENTRY:
EYE IRRITATION:
INHALATION:
VENTILATION:
Use adequate mechanical ventilation when hot-wire cutting, heat sealing, hot stamping, and flame laminating flexible urethane foam. Also use ventilation in operations that will generate large quantities of foam dust such as continuous sawing, fabrication, or buffing operations.
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
Unless exposure to foam dust is anticipated, goggles, gloves, and dust masks are not required. Wear long sleeves if arms are repeatedly rubbed when handling foam.
SKIN:
None necessary
EYES:
Flush thoroughly with water
INGESTION:
None necessary
INHALATION (of dust):
Call physician if coughing, discomfort, or air passage obstruction occurs
The information contained herein is, to the best of our knowledge and belief, accurate. However, since the conditions of handling and use are beyond our control, we make no guarantee of results and assume no liability for damages incurred by the use of this material. All materials may present unknown health hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist. Final determination of suitability of this material is the sole responsibility of the user. No representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose or any other nature are made hereafter with respects to the information contained herein or the material to which the information refers. It is the responsibility of the user to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.