Raw Material Detail

Thickness: 15 – 25mm

Nominal Density: 32 – 36 kg/m3

Chemical name: Polystyrene with Hexabromocyclododecane (HBCD) FREE fire-retardant additive.

• Not Dangerous Goods according to ADG Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods
• Not a Workplace Hazardous Substance according to the criteria of Safe Work Australia

Zero Ozone Depletion:

Our material is produced in Australia and complies with  regulations relating to Ozone Depleting and  Global Warming  substances.

It does not use in its manufacturing process;

• Ozone Depleting Substances (ODP) such as CFCs & HFCs as defined under the Emi-9 criterion
• Polyvinylchloride (PVC) as defined under Mat-7 criterion
• Formaldehyde as defined under IEQ-14 criterion

Low VOC:

Low levels of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) may be found in organic materials. The VOC content of our material at 4kg/Cum, is well below the maximum levels of between 14 and 75kg/Cum indicated under IEQ-13 criterion.

Regulatory information

Precautionary Statements:

Prevention – P210 – Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking. P273 – Avoid release to the environment.

Response – P370+378 – In case of fire: Use Foam, Dry Agent, Carbon Dioxide for extinction.

Emergency Overview

In normal use, does not present a Hazard. When heated to decomposition, product emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes. Keep away from heat, and ignition sources like sparks or flame. Target Organs: Central Nervous System, Eyes, Lungs.

Precautionary Statements

• Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking. Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
• Avoid release to the environment.
• Response – In case of fire: Use Foam, Dry Agent, Carbon Dioxide for extinction.

Disposal consideration: Dispose of in accordance with Local, State & Federal EPA waste regulations. Recycle, react, incinerate, or landfill, as appropriate, in an approved facility.

Transport information: Not Classified Dangerous Goods according to the Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail (ADG Code); or by air according to the IACO (IATA Regulations), or by sea according to the IMO (IMDG Code).

Storage – No special requirements. Store in a well-ventilated area. Not a Scheduled Poison.

Hazardous Subs. –  Not a Workplace Hazardous Substance due to classifiable health effect hazards.

Safety Phrases – S61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/ Safety Data Sheets

Fire and explosion hazard information:

The solid extruded polystyrene is a combustible thermoplastic material which will simply melt and drip when ignited and will decompose with high heat to give off  combustion products similar to the toxic combustion products of burning timber (according to CSIRO information).

Autoignition Temp: 427°C

Extinguishing Media: Water spray, Foam, Carbon Dioxide (CO2), Dry chemical. Do not use direct water stream.

Special Firefighting procedures: 

Firefighting must be equipped with self-contained breathing apparatus and full thermal and chemical protective clothing. Equipment must be thoroughly decontaminated after use.

The information submitted in this publication is based on our current knowledge and experience. In view of the many factors that may affect processing and application, this data does not relieve the purchaser of the responsibility of carrying out their own tests and experiments; neither do they imply any legally binding assurance of certain properties or of suitability for a specific purpose. It is the responsibility of those to whom we supply our products to ensure that any proprietary rights and existing laws and legislation are observed.