AQUAFIRE SYSTEMS
INTUMESCENT FIRE PROTECTION COATINGS FOR TIMBER
HP Basecoat Part B
AQUAFIRE HP SYSTEM
BASECOAT PART B
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. Substance Identification
Material/Trade Name: Aquafire HP System Basecoat Part B
Material Type: Flame Retardant Coating
Company: Aquafire Systems
1 5 Engine Road Main Street
Edinburgh
EH6 4LJ
Tel: 013 551 6551
Fax: 0131 440 4780
2. Composition
Substance:
Phosphoric acid ester solution
3. Hazard Identification
Hazard Symbols:
Corrosive.
Risk and Safety:
R34 CAUSES BURNS
S26 In case of eye contact, rinse immediately with plenty of water
S37 Wear suitable gloves
S39 Wear eye/face protection
4. Firstaid Measures
a) Inhalation:
Remove to fresh air and rest. If symptoms persist, obtain medical advice.
b) Eyes:
Irrigate with water for at least fifteen minutes. If irritation persists then consult a doctor.
c) Skin:
Wash with soap/cleanser and rinse with plenty of water. If irritation persists, obtain medical
attention.
d) Ingestion:
Seek medical attention immediately. Do not induce vomiting. Give plenty of water to drink.
5. Firefighting
a) Suitable Extinguishers
Non combustible material.
b) Unsuitable Extinguishers
Not applicable.
c) Hazardous Decomposition:
Decomposes to produce irritating fumes.
d) Special Procedures:
Use approved self-contained breathing apparatus.
6. Accidental Release Measures
a) Exposure Controls
Do not allow spill to enter drains and watercourses. Ventilate area. Mark area and warn all
personnel. Isolate the spillage.
b) Personal Protection:
Wear suitable protective clothing: See Section 8.
c) Disposal Considerations..
Absorb in inert material such as sand or absorbent granules. Scoop up and place in container to
await transfer. Do not allow spill to enter drains and watercourses. Dispose of in accordance with
Special Waste Regulations 1996.
7. Handling and Storage
a) Handling:
Wear suitable protective clothing. See Section 8. Avoid sources of ignition. Avoid skin contact.
Avoid eye contact. Wash hands immediately after contamination.
b) Storage:
Store in tightly closed labelled containers. Store in cool, dry, well ventilated area, off the ground.
Avoid extremes of temperatures.
8. Exposure Controls
Occupational Exposure Limit:
None listed in Guidance Note EH40
Biological Exposure Limit:
Not listed.
a) Inhalation:
Use in well ventilated areas.
b) Skin:
Avoid skin contact. Wear impervious gloves.
c) Eyes:
Wear suitable eye protection such as BSEN166 Chemical Grade. Use eyewash after eye contact.
d) Protection:
If spraying, wear approved respirator EN149 FFP2 SL.
Physical & Chemical Properties
Appearance: Amber Liquid
Odour: Odourless
PH: <. 1.0
Boiling Point/range: 80oC 100oC
Melting Point/range: n/a
Flash Point: n/a
Flammability: n/a
Autoflammability: Non Flammable
Explosive Properties: n/a
Oxidising Properties: n/a
Vapour Pressure: Water vapour pressure only
Relative Density: 1.3
Solubility: Water dispersible
Partition Coefficient: n/d
Miscibility: n/d
Vapour Density: n/d
Evaporation Rate: n/d
Viscosity: Medium
10. Stability and Reactivity
Conditions to Avoid:
High temperature. Freezing temperatures.
Materials to Avoid:
Strong Bases.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Oxides of Phosphorous.
11. Toxicological Information
Routes of Exposure:
Skin Absorption. Inhalation.
Acute Effects:
Corneal burns may occur. Irritation and redness at the site of skin contact
12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity:
Slightly toxic to aquatic life. Product is weakly hazardous to water.
13. Disposal Considerations
Do not discharge into drains or watercourses. Dispose of in accordance with Special Waste Regulations 1996.
14 Transport Information
UN/SI Number: 1760
INIO: 8
IATA/ICAO: 8
ADR/RID: 8
Transport Name: Corrosive Liquids, n.o.s.
Hazchem/Kemler code: 80 - Solution of phosphoric acid ester. Highly acidic
Packing Grp: 3
Packing Grp: 3
Item: 64C
Marine Pollutant: No
15 Regulatory Information
a) Hazard Symbols:
Corrosive
b) Risk & Safety:
R34 CAUSES BURNS
S26 In case of eye contact, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice
S37 Wear suitable gloves
S39 Wear eye/face protection
c) Other Regulations:
U.K. Health & Safety at Work Act 1974
U.K. Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (amended) Regulations 1998
U.K. Environmental Protection Act 1990
U.K. Special Waste Regulations 1996
HSE Guidance Note EH26
HSE Guidance Note EH40
Directive 91/155/EEC
Transport Information:
UN/SI Number: 1760
IMO: 8
1ATA/ICAO: 8
ADR/RID: 8
Transport Name: Corrosive Liquids, n.o.s.
Hazchem/Kemler code: 80 - Solution of phosphoric acid ester. Highly acidic.
Packing Grp: 3
Packing Grp: 3
Item: 64c
Marine Pollutant: No
16. Other Information
1 . Compiled according to the CHIP Regulations 1994 (Directive 91/155/EEC) as amended in 1996
2. N/a not applicable. N/d not determined
3. Further H & S Data is available from Aquafire Systems.
This Data Sheet is compiled to be of assistance, but is without guarantee. Users are responsible for safe
working. Revision Date: 20 May 2002
