Materiall Safety Data Sheet

ASPHALT FELTS

PRODUCT INFORMATION
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PRODUCT NAME (S) #15ASTM 432 sq. ft.
#15 Plain 432 sq. ft
#15 Plain 400 sq. ft.
#15 Plain 324 sq. ft.
#15 Plain 216 sq. ft.
#15 Perforated 432 sq. ft.
#30 ASTM 216 sq. ft.
#30 Plain 216 sq. ft.
#30 Plain 18"/"split" rolls
#30 Perforated 216 sq. ft.
Multi-Purpose 432 sq. ft.
Multi-Purpose 400 sq. ft.
Multi-Purpose 216 sq. ft.
Slaters Felt 432 sq. ft.
Rugged Sheathing 432 sq. ft.
Rugged Sheathing 500 sq. ft.
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BRAND NAME AMERICAN SATURATED FELT, INC.
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ADDRESS 47 Maple Avenue
P. O. Box 550
Thomaston, CT 06787
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PHONE NUMBERS Connecticut: 860-283-8239
    800-292-6728
  Fax : 860-283-0308
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PRODUCT USE

 

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 On flat roofs: For Built up roofing (BUR)
On inclined roofs: As underlayment under shingles.
On walls: As external sheathing for waterproofing.
As general water shedding material.
As water shedding breathing membrane.
As water shedding breathing membrane.
As air barrier for external cladding of  structures.

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HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
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ASPHALT 30% TO 60%
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PHYSICAL DATA
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1. Physical State Solid (asphalt coated, surfaced sheets).
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2. Odor and Appearance Slight petroleum odor-sheet forms
Colored mineral granules/white
Talc or sand covered
Blackish (asphaltic) colors also.
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3. Specific Gravity 1.8 to 2.5
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4. Boiling Point Not applicable
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5. Vapor Pressure Not applicable
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6. Solubility in Water Not applicable
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FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
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FLASH POINT Minimum 265º c (approx.)
(method used = COC)  
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FLAMMABLE LIMITS IN AIR Unknown
(% by volume)  
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AUTO-IGNITION TEMPERATURE 370-480º c (approx.)
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FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS Addition of water of foam may cause frotting. Flammable gas emitted on heating.
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EXTINGUISHING MEDIA Water Spray, Dry chemical, carbon dioxide for small fires.
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FIRE-FIGHTING PROCEDURES Use water spray to cool fire-exposed containers and as a protective screen. Do not point solid water directly into burning asphalt to avoid spreading. Self-contained breathing apparatus should be worn to protect against possible release of hydrogen sulfide and sulfur dioxide if material is burning.
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REACTIVITY DATA
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STABILITY Stable
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CONDITIONS TO AVOID Excessive heat approaching flash point.
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MATERIALS TO AVOID Oxidizing agents, strong acids.
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HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION CO×, SO×, NO×
  Sulfur compounds, smoke on combustion.
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HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION Not known to happen.
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ENVIRONMENTAL AND DISPOSAL INFORMATION
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Product as produced is in solid state. For disposal use standard approved waste disposal procedures. If product has been affected by heat or fire and asphalt in fluid state has been released from the product then, allow to cool and solidity. Break it up and collect in appropriate containers such as drums. Dispose of it through approved waste disposal method such as land fill, etc.
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HEALTH HAZARD DATA
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This manufactured product as produced and when used under ambient conditions poses no health hazard.
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However, If the product is heated beyond 200º or if it catches fire, then, the major constituent asphalt (bitumen) will emanate slightly toxic fumes. Melted asphalt (bitumen from the product could act as a fuel and contribute to the fire.
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TOXICITY DATA
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The international Agency for Research on Cancer states that there is inadequate evidence that bitumen alone are carcinogenic to humans.
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EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE
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INHALATION Fumes from hot asphalt cause nausea, headache, dizziness.
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SKIN AND EYES Hot asphalt burns skin and eyes. Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis.
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INGESTION Ingestion is unlikely.
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NOTE: Under extreme heat, product may liberate hot fluid asphalt.
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EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES INFORMATION
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SKIN For hot asphalt splash, cool part by water immersion or shower. Do not attempt removal of asphalt but split longitudinally if circumferential to avoid tourniquet effect. For skin soiling without underlying burn, cleanse with mineral oil followed by soap and water. Use olive oil in vicinity of eyes.
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EYES Copious warm water flush - 15 minutes.
  Physician assessment if eyes inflamed.
  Cleanse soiling with olive oil.
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INHALATION Evacuate to fresh air. Apply Cardio
  Pulmonary Resuscitation if required,
  physician assessment mandatory.
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INGESTION Not applicable.
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HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
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For product as produced no special protection is essential other than wearing of gloves to protect hands from physical scratches or asphaltic stains.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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For product as produced and used, no special procedures of safety are essential.
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Should product catch fire through external source remain upwind of fire. Avoid skin and eye contact, avoid inhalation of fumes.
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SINCE THIS PRODUCT IS A "MANUFACTURED ARTICLE" AMERICAN SATURATED FELT, INC. IS NOT REQUIRED BY LAW TO PRODUCE A MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET. THIS MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET IS PROVIDED AS CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION.
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THE RECOMMENDATIONS AND DATA PRESENTED ARE BELIEVED TO BE CORRECT, HOWEVER, NO WARRANTY IS EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED REGARDING THE ACCURACY OF THE RESULTS OBTAINED FROM THE USE OF THIS INFORMATION.

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