Health and Safety Information Sheet Advance Double Sided Polyester Tape Issue: 1 Information prepared: February 2015 Section 1 Identification Product name: Double-Sided Polyester Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive Tape Contact name and address: Advance Tapes International Limited Westmoreland Avenue Thurmaston UK LE4 8PH Telephone: +44 (0)116 251 0191 CAS/EINECS No: N/A Physical form: Double-Sided Polyester tape on a roll interleaved with a paper release liner Section 2 Hazard Identification EU Classification: Tapes are classified as Articles under REACH and therefore are not required to meet the requirements of Annex I of regulation EU 453/2010. This document is provided for information only. EU Symbol: Not required EU Risk Phrases: None EU Safety Phrases: None Section 3 Composition Polyester film coated with a pressure sensitive adhesive containing resins and elastomers. Section 4 First Aid measures In cases of accidental ingestion, eye contact, persistent skin irritation, or other, seek medical advice. General: Ingredients which may themselves present a toxic hazard do not normally constitute a hazard when incorporated into the product. Tape is not a hazard in normal circumstances. Mouth: The tape should not be used in applications such as toys, where ingestion is possible. Eye: Avoid eye contact, which may result in mechanical abrasion damage. Skin: May cause irritation to persons with sensitive skins. The tape should not be used in applications where prolonged skin contact is possible e.g. medical plasters, bandages or hand protection tape. Section 5 Fire Fighting measures Extinguishing media: Cool with water spray, use any suitable extinguishing media. Special precautions: The product will burn in a general fire to produce toxic fumes e.g. carbon monoxide. Breathing apparatus may be required. Page 1 of 2 Health and Safety Information Sheet Advance Double Sided Polyester Tape Issue: 1 Information prepared: February 2015 Section 6 Accidental release measures Sweep up and place in suitable containers for disposal. Section 7 Handling and storage Prolonged storage should be avoided to minimise oxidation. Store the tape at recommended temperatures and protect from dust, moisture, direct sunlight, corrosive and solvent fumes. Storage life is one year from date of despatch from manufacturer for technical properties. Wide widths (greater than 300mm) or adverse storage conditions may reduce shelf life. Section 8 Exposure controls and personal protection No specific personal protective equipment is required, although a good standard of personal hygiene should be maintained. Wash hands after use and especially before handling food. The tapes have not been formulated and tested for prolonged skin contact and should not be used as a medical plaster or as a hand protection tape. People with sensitive skin or those concerned about skin abrasion should take suitable precautions e.g. proprietary barrier cream or gloves. Section 9 Physical and chemical properties Solid roll of adhesive tape in various colours. Section 10 Stability and reactivity Chemical stability: Stable Conditions to avoid: Direct heat or sunlight Chemicals to avoid: Strong oxidising agents Hazardous decomposition products: Toxic fumes such as carbon monoxide may be produced when burnt. Section 11 Toxicological information The product is not classifiable on the basis of physico-chemical or health effects. Section 12 Ecological information The product is not classifiable as harmful to the environment. Biodegradation is expected to be poor, due to the products low water solubility. Section 13 Disposal consideration Dispose of as combustible non-toxic landfill to local regulations. Do not incinerate without suitable fume scrubbing equipment on stacks. Section 14 Transport information Non-hazardous, not classified under IMDG or ADR regulations. Section 15 Regulatory information No specific safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation are associated with these products. Section 16 Other information This information is based on our current level of knowledge and relates to the product in the state in which it is delivered. It is intended to describe our products from the point of view of safety requirements and is not intended to guarantee any particular property. Refer to the current issue of the Technical Data Sheet for recommendations as to tape use. Page 2 of 2