PC with Nickel Plated Carbon Fiber
MSDS for PC with Nickel Plated Carbon Fiber
ElectriPlast® EP-CF/PC
Core Fibers: Nickel Plated Carbon Fiber
Base Resin: Polycarbonate (PC)
Please refer also to the resin supplier’s MSDS for material safety information pertaining to the resin used in this ElectriPlast product.
1. Product and Company Identification
Material Identification |
ElectriPlast® Capsules |
Product Code |
ElectriPlast 1701012 |
Product Part Number |
8426344 |
Supplier |
Integral Technologies, Inc.805 W. Orchard DriveSuite 7
Bellingham, WA 98225 |
Telephone Number |
360-752-1982 |
2. Composition / Information on Ingredients
Chemical Nature of Preparations |
Mixture of inert conductive dopants with Polycarbonate thermoplastic resin. |
3. Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview
- Capsules with slight or no odor.
- Spilled material may create slipping hazard.
- Can burn in a fire creating dense toxic smoke depending on resin used.
- Molten plastic can cause severe thermal burns.
- Fumes produced during melt processing may cause eye, skin, and respiratory tract irritation. Severe over-exposure may result in nausea, headache, chills, and fever.
- Secondary operations, such as grinding, sanding, or sawing can produce dust which may present an explosion or respiratory hazard.
Potential Health Effects: Effects of Overexposure
Inhalation |
Dust and fumes may irritate eyes and respiratory tract. Secondary operations which generate dust and/or fumes from the conductive dopants, when inhaled in high concentration, may cause metal fume fever characterized by a metallic taste in the mouth, dryness and irritation of the throat and influenza-like symptoms. Chronic inhalation of high concentrations of conductive dopant fumes or dust may contribute to additional health hazards and should be avoided. |
Ingestion |
No hazard in normal industrial use. Ingestion may cause nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, metallic taste, and diarrhea. Ingestion in large doses may cause stomach and intestine ulceration, jaundice, and kidney and liver damage. |
Skin Absorption |
No absorption hazard anticipated in normal industrial use. |
Eye Contact |
Can cause mechanical irritation if dusts are generated. Vapors may irritate eyes. It is good industrial practice to minimize eye contact. ANSI approved safety glasses are recommended. |
Skin Contact |
Contact with exterior of pellet at room temperature unlikely to cause irritation even on repeated contact. Contact with conductive dopants may cause skin irritation due to mechanical irritation of small particles. Symptoms include redness and itching or greenish-black skin discoloration. Under normal processing conditions, material is heated to elevated temperatures; contact with heated material may cause thermal burns. It is recommended that gloves be worn. |
4. First Aid Measures
Inhalation |
Processing fumes or dust inhalation may be irritating to the respiratory tract. If symptoms are experienced remove person from the source of contamination, provide person with fresh air and obtain medical advice. |
Skin Contact |
Wash with soap and water. Obtain medical attention if irritation develops or persists. For hot product, immediately immerse in cold water or flush affected area with large amounts of cold running water to dissipate heat. Do not apply ice. Cover with clean cotton sheeting or gauze and get prompt medical attention. Do not attempt to remove molten material from skin. Removal could cause severe tissue damage.Note to Physician: Treat burns as any thermal burn after decontamination. No specific antidote. |
Eye Contact |
Flush eyes immediately and thoroughly with water. Obtain medical attention in irritation develops or persists. After initial flushing, remove contact lenses if present then flush with water again. |
Ingestion |
Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention if symptoms develop. |
5. Fire Fighting Measures
Fire Fighting |
Do not enter fire area without proper protection including self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective equipment. Fight fire from a safe distance and a protected location due to the potential of hazardous vapors and decomposition products. |
Extinguishing Media |
Water fog or fine spray, carbon dioxide or dry chemical. |
Flash Point |
N/A |
Flammable Limits |
N/A |
Auto-Ignition Temperature |
Undetermined. |
Explosion Data |
Material not sensitive to mechanical impact but may be sensitive to static discharge under dust cloud conditions. Do not allow dust to accumulate. |
Hazardous Combustion Products |
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6. Accidential Release Measures
General |
Pellets may present a slipping hazard. Keep out of irrigation ditches, sewers, and waterways. Gather and store in a closed container pending a waste disposal evaluation. Avoid causing dust. Allow molten material to solidify before disposal. |
7. Handling and Storage
Handling |
Prevent contact with skin and eyes. Use good industrial hygiene practices. Provide adequate ventilation. Secondary operations such as grinding, sanding, or sawing may produce a dust explosion hazard. Use aggressive housekeeping activities to prevent dust accumulation: employ bonding, grounding, venting, and explosion relief provision s in accordance with accepted engineering practices. If conductive dopants are separated from pellets, airborne particles can short-circuit electrical equipment; take measures to contain conductive dopants. |
Ingestion |
Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container sealed. Avoid excessive heat and ignition sources. |
8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Engineering Controls |
A continuous supply of fresh air to the workplace together with removal of processing fumes through exhaust systems is recommended. Processing fume condensate may be a fire hazard and toxic; remove condensate periodically from exhaust hoods, ductwork, and other surfaces using appropriate personal protection. Local ventilation requirements must be determined to limit exposure to processing fumes in the workplace. |
Personal Protection: |
Wear safety glasses with side shields or chemical goggles. In addition, use full-face shield when cleaning processing fume condensates from hoods, ducts, and other surfaces.When handling pellets, avoid prolonged or repeated contact with skin. Wear long pants, long sleeves, well insulated gloves, boots, and a face shield during melt processing. Appropriate clothing – including chemical resistant gloves – should be worn to prevent contact with processing fumes condensate.
When using product at elevated temperatures, implement engineering systems, administrative controls, or a respiratory protection programs (including a respirator approved for protection from organic vapors, acid gases, and particulate matter) if processing fumes are not adequately controlled or operators experience symptoms of overexposure. If dust or powder is produced from secondary operations such as sawing or grinding, use a respirator approved for protection from dust. |
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State |
Solid at room temperature.(Becomes molten at elevated temperatures) |
Appearance |
Pellet including resin-based material and conductive dopant. |
Melting Point |
This product does not exhibit a sharp melting point but softens gradually over a wide range of temperatures. |
Vapor Pressure |
Negligible |
Specific Gravity |
1.15 approximate (water=1) |
Water Solubility |
Insoluble |
% Volatiles |
Negligible |
Evaporation Rate |
Negligible |
10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability |
Stable |
Reactivity |
Not reactive under recommended conditions of handling, storage, processing, and use. |
Conditions to Avoid |
Do not exceed melt temperature recommendations in resin-supplier product literature for this resin. In order to avoid auto-ignition / hazardous decomposition of hot thick masses of plastic, purgings should be collected in small, flat shapes or thin strands to allow for rapid cooling. Quench in water. Do not allow products to remain in barrel at elevated temperatures for extended periods of time: purge with a general purpose resin. (See respiratory protection advice in Section 8.) |
Hazardous Decomposition Products |
Processing fumes evolved at recommended processing conditions may include a large variety of organic and inorganic products depending on product grade, temperature and other immediate environmental factors. |
11. Toxicological Information
Acute Health Hazards
Eye Contact |
Product not considered a primary eye irritant. Secondary operations such as grinding tend to generate small particles which are expected to be abrasive. Eye protection is advised. |
Skin Contact |
Products not considered a primary skin irritant. However, good industrial hygiene practices should be followed in handling and processing this product. |
12. Ecological Information
General |
This material is not expected to be harmful to the ecology. |
13. Disposal Information
Waste Disposal |
Recycling is encouraged; this product is suitable for mechanical recycling. Mechanical recycling is possible after material has been selectively retrieved and carefully segregated according to type. After appropriate treatment product can be molded and reprocessed into new molded pieces. Disposal in landfill or incineration must be in compliance with federal, state and local requirements. Collected processing fume condensates and incinerator ash should be tested to determine waste classification. |
EPA Waste Codes |
No data. |
14. Transportation Information
Regulatory Status |
Not regulated. |
15. Regulatory Information
Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA) |
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16. Other Information
ElectriPlast® is a registered trademark of Integral Technologies, Inc.
DISCLAIMER: This Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is provided based on the Hazard Communications Regulations and for the use of the persons required to receive this information under those regulations. The information is neither designed nor recommended for any other use of for use by any other person, including for compliance with other laws. This MSDS is based on information that is believed to be reliable, but may be subject to change as new information becomes available. Because it is not possible to anticipate all conditions of use, additional safety precautions may be required. Since the use of this material is not under Integral Technologies’’ control, each user is responsible for making its own determination as to the safe and proper handling of this material in its own particular use of this material. Integral Technologies’, Inc. makes no representation or warrantee, either expressed or implied, including as to merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Each user should read and understand this information and incorporate it into individual site safety programs as required by applicable hazard communication standards and regulations.