Eco Flo Health & Safety

EcoFlo biodegradable loose-fill is not listed as a dangerous article under part 172 of published DOT regulations.

Reactivity Data

* Stability: Avoid temperatures >200 °C in order to avoid charring
* Incompatibility: Water
* Smolder Temperature: 200 °C
* Hazardous Decomposition products: None
* Hazardous Polymerisation: None

Health Hazard Data

* Eye: None
* Skin Contact: None
* Ingestion: No adverse effect
* Inhalation: None

First Aid (in the event of unforseen problems)

* Eye: Irrigate with water for 5 minutes
* Skin Contact: Wash skin and consult Doctor if adverse effect
* Ingestion: Consult Doctor if any adverse effect is experienced such as coeliac
* Inhalation: Remove to fresh air and consult Doctor if there is an adverse effect

Fire and Explosion Hazard Data

* Ignition Temperature: >390 °C
* Smolder Temperature: 200 °C

Environmental and Disposal Information

* Spillage and Leaks: Sweep up or vacuum and reuse if uncontaminated or dispose of as below.
* Disposal Method: Reuse, recycle, compost, incinerate, landfill - in accordance with current environmental reglations

Handling precautions and storage

* Physical Handling: Exercise normal lifting safety procedures for packaging materials. One half a Cubic Metre bag < 5kg
* Storage: Store under cover in a dry place
* Handling: Avoid rough handling to avoid spillage through damage to outer bag
* Ventillation: No special ventilation required
* Respiratory Protection: None necessary
* Pneumatic Handling: System should be earthed in order to prevent electro-static build-up