Product Name: High Strength & Modulus Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) Fiber
Chemical Family: Synthetic Fiber, Polyvinyl Alcohol Based
Synonyms: PVA Filament, Polyethenol Fiber
Recommended Use: Reinforcement in concrete, composites, filtration, textiles
Supplier Details: Manufacturer name, address, and contact phone number
Emergency Phone Number: 24-hour hotline (actual number provided by manufacturer/distributor)
Email for SDS Requests: SDS-contact email for direct safety information or updates
Hazard Class: Not classified as hazardous according to GHS criteria
Potential Health Effects: Slight eye and skin irritation possible with fiber dust, inhalation of dust can irritate respiratory tract
Symbols: None required by GHS
Signal Words: Not applicable
Precautionary Statements: Avoid generating and breathing dust, avoid direct eye contact, wash hands after handling
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation (fiber dust), eye contact, skin contact
Long Term Effects: No known chronic effects from fiber exposure in typical industrial uses
Chemical Identity: Polyvinyl Alcohol
CAS Number: 9002-89-5
Content: Over 99% by weight
Additives: May contain minimal processing aids, finish oils, or surfactants in trace quantities
Impurity Information: No regulated hazardous impurities present as defined by current standards
Eye Contact: Flush eyes with clean water for several minutes; remove contact lenses if present; obtain medical attention if redness persists
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water; seek care if irritation develops
Inhalation: Move to fresh air; get medical help if breathing becomes difficult or symptoms persist
Ingestion: Rinse mouth; do not induce vomiting unless instructed by medical professional; seek advice if adverse effects occur
Most Important Symptoms: Mild eye, skin, and respiratory irritation from dust
Acute and Delayed Effects: Symptoms resolve with standard first aid; no delayed toxicity reported
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Direct water jets for high-volume dust clouds
Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, acetic acid vapors, minor aldehydes
Special Protective Equipment: Full protective gear and self-contained breathing apparatus
Firefighter Advice: Control runoff to avoid environmental contamination
Fire Hazards: Dust or fiber accumulation can ignite at high temperatures; fiber melts and shrinks away from flame, does not self-support combustion easily
Personal Precautions: Wear gloves and dust mask if handling large spills; ventilate area to disperse dust
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into drains, sewers, waterways
Clean Up Methods: Collect fibers and dust with broom, shovel, or industrial vacuum; minimize dust generation; sweep gently to avoid airborne particles
Disposal: Place spilled material into containers for appropriate disposal
Decontamination: Wash hands and affected clothing after handling spill
Handling Precautions: Minimize creation and exposure to airborn dust; use ventilation in enclosed areas; avoid touching eyes during handling
Storage Conditions: Store in cool, dry, and well-ventilated area; avoid exposure to direct sunlight and moisture
Container Requirements: Use original or compatible labeled containers, seal tightly
Incompatible Products: Strong oxidizing agents and strong acids
Special Storage Instructions: Separate from foodstuffs, keep away from heat sources, keep container closed when not in use
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation for dust-producing operations, maintain airborne levels below nuisance dust limits
Occupational Exposure Limits: PEL (OSHA total dust): 15 mg/m³, Respirable dust: 5 mg/m³
Personal Protective Equipment: Safety goggles for dust; gloves to prevent skin contact
Respiratory Protection: NIOSH-approved dust mask for excessive airborne dust
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after handling; avoid eating or drinking in work area; launder clothing that contacts fiber dust
Appearance: White to off-white fibers, may be cut into short or continuous strands
Odor: Odorless or very faint acetate smell
pH: Not applicable (insoluble solid fibers)
Melting Point: Typically above 230°C (450°F)
Density: 1.26–1.30 g/cm³
Solubility: Insoluble in water at normal temperatures, swells in hot water
Boiling Point: Not applicable (fibrous solid)
Flash Point: Not easily flammable; above 400°C
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable
Explosive Properties: Not explosive
Other Physical Data: Strong, flexible, moderate modulus
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and recommended use
Thermal Decomposition: Decomposes at high temperatures with emission of carbon oxides
Incompatibility: Avoid strong acids/bases, powerful oxidizing agents
Hazardous Reactions: Not prone to hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid: Open flame, heat above 230°C, exposure to incompatible chemicals
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, acetic acid vapors, formaldehyde in trace amounts
Acute Toxicity: Low toxicity based on polymer structure and animal data
Routes of Exposure: Mainly inhalation of dust, possible eye or skin contact
Skin Irritation: Not a skin irritant in animal studies; mild mechanical irritation possible
Eye Irritation: Dust may cause irritation akin to other particulate materials
Respiratory Effects: Inhalation of dust may irritate airways
Carcinogenicity: Not listed as a carcinogen by IARC, NTP, OSHA
Other Health Effects: No evidence of reproductive harm, genetic toxicity or chronic disease in typical exposure scenarios
Environmental Impact: Not expected to bioaccumulate; largely inert in soil and water
Aquatic Toxicity: No acute toxicity to fish or freshwater invertebrates at relevant exposure levels
Degradability: Biodegrades slowly in the environment under certain microbial conditions
Mobility in Soil: Mostly immobile as a fibrous solid
Persistence: Stable under standard landfill/composting; eventual degradation via microbial activity possible; not persistent organic pollutant
Other Effects: Not harmful to birds, plants, or beneficial soil organisms by available data
Waste Disposal Method: Dispose as non-hazardous waste in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations
Recycling: Collection and reuse possible in some industrial processes
Landfill Suitability: Safe for municipal landfill where allowed
Incineration: Suitable for high-temperature incineration with appropriate emission controls
Packaging Disposal: Dispose of empty packaging by recycling or landfill as per regulations
Special Instructions: Do not release significant quantities of fibers into watercourses or open ground
UN Number: Not regulated for transport
Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated as a hazardous material
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified
Packing Group: Not applicable
Environmental Hazards: Not regulated as environmentally hazardous
Special Transport Precautions: Secure bales or packages to prevent spillage during transit; avoid crushing which may generate excess dust
Transport Labeling: No hazard label required
Other Information: Not a marine pollutant, no restrictions by air or vessel under ICAO/IATA or IMO codes
Global Inventory Status: Listed or exempt under TSCA (USA), EINECS (EU), DSL (Canada), KECL (Korea), ENCS (Japan), IECSC (China)
OSHA HazCom: Not classified hazardous
WHMIS Classification (Canada): Not controlled
REACH Status (Europe): Registered or exempt as an existing polymer
Other Regulations: No SARA Title III, Clean Air Act, or Prop 65 listing
Label Requirements: No specific labeling required, suggest dust hazard warnings on bulk containers
Safety Assessments: Risk assessments by agencies show low acute and chronic risk; ensure local compliance for workplace exposure
Regulatory References: Product safety dossier available from supplier upon request
