Identification
Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information
Product Information
- Product Name
- Alkaline-earth silicate wools
- Chemical Name
- Alkaline-earth silicate wools (AES wools)
Regulatory Identifiers
- CAS Number
- N/A
Identified Uses
Application as thermal insulation, heat shields, heat containment, gaskets and expansion joints in industrial furnaces, ovens, kilns, boilers and other process equipment and in the aerospace, automotive and appliance industries, and as passive fire protection systems and firestops.
Manufacturers & Suppliers
THERMAL CERAMICS HSE Department
manufacturer
Route de Lauterbourg - BP 90148, 67163 WISSEMBOURG Cedex
http://www.thermalceramics.com
THERMAL CERAMICS LIMITED
manufacturer
Tebay Road, Bromborough, Wirral, Merseyside CH62 3PH
+44 (0) 151 334 4030
http://www.thermalceramics.com
Emergency Contacts
Emergency Contact
+33(0) 3 88 54 95 50
only available during office hours
Hazard Identification
GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements
Hazard Classifications
GHS Pictograms
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Composition / Information on Ingredients
Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification
These products in the form of bulk, blanket (pre-sized or not), strip, die-cut and modules, bloc, log (encapsulated or not) are made of AES wool.
| Chemical Name | CAS Number | Concentration | Hazardous |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alkaline-earth silicate wools | --- | 100% | No |
Notes
CAS definition: Alkaline earth silicate (AES) consisting of silica (50-82 wt%), calcia and magnesia (18-43 wt%), alumina, titania and zirconia (less than 6 wt%), and trace oxides.
First Aid Measures
Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents
Move to a dust free area, drink water and blow nose.
Symptoms: Irritation
Rinse affected areas with water and wash gently. Do not rub or scratch exposed skin.
Symptoms: Irritation
Flush abundantly with water; have eye bath available. Do not rub eyes.
Symptoms: Irritation
Immediate Medical Attention
If symptoms persist, seek medical advice.
Firefighting Measures
Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection
Use extinguishing agent suitable for surrounding combustible materials.
Packaging and surrounding materials may be combustible
Accidental Release Measures
Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection
Restore the situation to normal as quickly as possible.
Pick up large pieces and use a vacuum cleaner. If brushing is used, ensure that the area is wetted down first. Do not use compressed air for clean up.
Related Products
Similar products with comparable safety profiles
Handling and Storage
Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements
Handling can be a source of dust emission. The process or processes should be designed to limit the amount of handling. Wherever possible handling should be carried out under ventilation with filtered exhaust. Regular good housekeeping will minimise secondary dust dispersal.
Store in original packaging in a dry area. Always use sealed and clearly labelled containers. Avoid damaging containers.
Exposure Controls / PPE
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment
Local exhaust ventilation, which collects dust at source, can be used. For example down draft tables, emission controlling tools and materials handling equipment.
Wear gloves
As necessary wear goggles or safety glasses with side shields.
For dust concentrations below the exposure limit value, RPE is not required but FFP2 respirators may be used on a voluntary basis. For short-term operations where excursions are less than ten times the limit value use FFP2 respirators. In case of higher concentrations or where the concentration is not known, please seek advice from your company and/or local Thermal Ceramics' supplier.
Wear work clothes, which are loose fitting at the neck and wrists. Soiled clothes should be cleaned to remove excess fibres before being taken off (e.g. use vacuum cleaning, not compressed air).
Refer to local, national or European applicable environmental permitted standards for air, water and soil. For waste, refer to Section 13.
Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics
Stability and Reactivity
Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials
Upon heating above 900°C for sustained periods, this amorphous material begins to transform to mixtures of crystalline phases. For further information please refer to Section 16.
Ecological Information
Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data
The data for this section has not been processed yet.
Disposal Considerations
Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes
Waste from these materials may be generally disposed off at a landfill, which has been licensed for this purpose.
Taking into account any possible contamination during use, expert guidance should be sought.
Waste Codes
Transport Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements
Regulatory Information
Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status
Fibres contained in this product are free of any classification and do not require labelling under CLP regulation. Under criteria listed in note Q of Directive 67/548/EEC and Annex VI of regulation (EC) 1272/2008, fibres are exonerated from carcinogen classification.
Fibres are man-made vitreous (silicate) fibres with random orientation with alkaline oxide and alkali earth oxide (Na2O+K2O+CaO+MgO+BaO) content greater than 18% by weight.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about safety, handling, and properties
What is the hazard signal word for Alkaline-earth silicate wools?
The signal word is no signal word.
What is the physical form of Alkaline-earth silicate wools?
Alkaline-earth silicate wools is a white fibre appearing as white fibre .
What is the solubility of Alkaline-earth silicate wools?
Slight
What is Alkaline-earth silicate wools used for?
Application as thermal insulation, heat shields, heat containment, gaskets and expansion joints in industrial furnaces, ovens, kilns, boilers and other process equipment and in the aerospace, automotive and appliance industries, and as passive fire protection systems and firestops.
What is the melting point of Alkaline-earth silicate wools?
The melting point is >1200°C and the boiling point is N.A..