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NexusPlas Blowing-ADC09Category G
Chemical Blowing Agents (Azodicarbonamide)
High-temperature exothermic series for homogeneous microcellular foaming, weight reduction and smooth finishes in XLPE, EVA and PVC.
Styrenics REACH TDS SDS
Logistical Specifications & Compliance
Zero Customs-Risk · Plastic-Pallet Mandate
- Logistics Status: 24-to-48 Hour Local GTA Warehouse Dispatch.
- Packaging Standard: Shipped 100% exclusively on sterile, defect-free, injection-molded PLASTIC PALLETS.
- Compliance Highlight: 100% quarantine-exempt from CBSA/CFIA regulations — eliminating customs hold, wood-pest infestation, and particle-contamination risks of standard wooden pallets used by competitors.
Technical Data Sheet
TDS · NexusPlas Blowing-ADC09
Product form
Fine yellow powder
Appearance
Pale yellow free-flowing powder
Carrier / matrix
Styrenics compatible base resin
Key Physical & Chemical Properties
| Active content | ≥ 99 % |
|---|---|
| Mean particle size (D50) | 3 – 10 μm |
| Decomposition temperature | 205 – 215 °C |
| Gas yield | 210 – 230 mL/g |
| Moisture content | ≤ 0.30 % |
Recommended dosage
0.3 – 2.0 % depending on density reduction target.
Processing temperature
Decomposition initiates 200 – 215 °C
Packaging
20 kg fiber drum with PE liner, palletized.
Shelf life
24 months from production date in unopened original packaging.
Storage
Store dry below 35 °C, away from direct sunlight, ignition sources and incompatible chemicals.
Target Applications
- Foamed XLPE / EVA / PVC sheets
- Crosslinked foam shoe-sole compounds
- Microcellular foamed profiles
- Foamed wire & cable insulation
Key Features
- Narrow particle size distribution — uniform cell structure
- High gas yield with low residue
- Activator-compatible (Zn, urea) for controlled kick-off
- Stable storage below 40 °C
Safety Data Sheet · GHS / OSHA HazCom / WHMIS 2015
SDS · NexusPlas Blowing-ADC09
Signal word
Danger
UN / transport
UN 3232 — Self-reactive solid type D
Self-reactive substance Type D; Respiratory Sensitizer Cat. 1; Eye Irrit. 2.
GHS02 — FlameGHS07 — Exclamation markGHS08 — Health hazard
§ 1Identification▾
- Product code
- NexusPlas Blowing-ADC09
- Product name
- Chemical Blowing Agents (Azodicarbonamide)
- Product use
- Industrial raw material — Building & Construction.
- Restrictions
- Industrial use only. Not for direct consumer sale unless explicitly labelled food/feed grade.
- Supplier
- NexusPlas Polymer Solutions Inc.
- Address
- Ontario, Canada
- Technical contact
- technical@nexusplas.example · +1 (000) 000-0000
- Emergency
- CHEMTREC +1 800 424 9300 / CANUTEC +1 613 996 6666
§ 2Hazards Identification▾
- GHS classification
- Self-reactive substance Type D; Respiratory Sensitizer Cat. 1; Eye Irrit. 2.
- Signal word
- Danger
- Pictograms
- GHS02 — Flame; GHS07 — Exclamation mark; GHS08 — Health hazard
- Hazard statements
- H242 Heating may cause a fire. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
- Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat above 50 °C, sparks and open flames. P234 Keep only in original container. P261 Avoid breathing dust. P285 In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. P411 Store at temperatures not exceeding 40 °C.
§ 3Composition / Information on Ingredients▾
- Mixture
- Engineered styrenics based chemical blowing agents (azodicarbonamide).
- Carrier
- Styrenics compatible polymer.
- Azodicarbonamide (CAS 123-77-3)
- ≥ 99 %
§ 4First Aid Measures▾
- Inhalation
- Move to fresh air immediately. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Seek medical attention — substance is a respiratory sensitizer.
- Skin contact
- Wash with soap and water. Get medical advice if irritation persists.
- Eye contact
- Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do.
- Ingestion
- Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical advice if discomfort persists.
- Hot melt burns
- For pellet-form products processed at melt temperature: cool affected area with cold water. Do NOT peel solidified polymer from skin — seek medical attention.
§ 5Fire-Fighting Measures▾
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Water spray, dry chemical, CO2, foam.
- Unsuitable media
- None known.
- Special hazards
- Self-reactive substance — decomposition releases nitrogen, CO2, CO and ammonia. Risk of pressure build-up in closed containers.
- PPE for firefighters
- Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full protective gear.
§ 6Accidental Release Measures▾
- Personal precautions
- Wear PPE per Section 8. Avoid generating dust. Ventilate area.
- Environmental precautions
- Prevent entry into drains, waterways or soil. Notify authorities if significant release.
- Cleanup
- Sweep or vacuum spilled material into labelled container for recycling or disposal.
§ 7Handling & Storage▾
- Handling
- Use only with adequate ventilation. Avoid generating dust. Ground equipment to prevent static. Keep below 50 °C.
- Storage
- Store below 40 °C in original containers away from heat, sparks and open flame. Do not stack pallets more than 2 high.
- Incompatible materials
- Strong oxidizers.
§ 8Exposure Controls / Personal Protection▾
- Engineering controls
- Local exhaust ventilation at material transfer and melt-processing points. Maintain dust below regional OEL.
- Respiratory protection
- N95 / P2 dust mask minimum; full-face respirator if dust exposure exceeds OEL.
- Hand protection
- Heat-resistant gloves when handling molten polymer; cotton gloves for cold pellets.
- Eye protection
- Safety glasses with side shields; chemical splash goggles when handling powders or molten material.
- Body protection
- Long-sleeve work clothing. Full chemical apron for corrosive products.
- Exposure limits
- Follow nuisance-dust limits (10 mg/m³ total, 5 mg/m³ respirable).
§ 9Physical & Chemical Properties▾
- Physical state
- Powder
- Color
- Pale yellow
- Odor
- Odorless to faint polymer odor
- pH (1 % solution)
- Not applicable (insoluble)
- Melting / decomposition
- Decomp. 200 – 215 °C
- Flash point
- Not applicable (solid article)
- Solubility (water)
- Insoluble
- Density
- 0.9 – 2.2 g/cm³ depending on grade
§ 10Stability & Reactivity▾
- Stability
- Stable below 50 °C. Self-reactive above 200 °C.
- Conditions to avoid
- Heat above 50 °C, sparks, open flame, friction.
- Hazardous decomposition products
- CO, CO2, polymer fragment volatiles. Azodicarbonamide additionally releases NH3, N2.
§ 11Toxicological Information▾
- Acute oral toxicity (LD50, rat)
- Not classified (> 2000 mg/kg expected)
- Skin irritation
- Not classified for solid article in supplied form.
- Eye irritation
- Mechanical irritation possible from dust.
- Respiratory sensitization
- Documented sensitizer (H334) — may cause asthma symptoms.
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified.
- Mutagenicity / reproductive tox.
- No known effects based on current data.
§ 12Ecological Information▾
- Aquatic toxicity
- Not classified — substance is essentially inert in water.
- Persistence
- Inorganic salt — fully soluble, mineralizes.
- Bioaccumulation
- No bioaccumulation potential expected.
§ 13Disposal Considerations▾
- Product disposal
- Dispose in accordance with local, provincial, state and federal regulations. Recycle polymer fractions through certified plastic recyclers where possible.
- Packaging disposal
- Recycle empty bags / liners after thorough emptying.
- Waste codes
- Non-hazardous solid waste (EWC 07 02 13 typical).
§ 14Transport Information▾
- UN number
- UN 3232
- Proper shipping name
- Self-reactive solid type D
- Hazard class
- 4.1 (Self-reactive solid), Type D
- Marine pollutant
- No
§ 15Regulatory Information▾
- REACH (EC 1907/2006)
- All components registered or exempt. No SVHC listed above 0.1 % w/w.
- RoHS (EU 2011/65)
- Heavy metals < 1000 ppm (Pb, Hg, Cr⁶⁺) and < 100 ppm (Cd).
- Food contact
- Not intended for food-contact applications.
- WHMIS 2015 (Canada)
- Classified — Signal word: Danger.
- TSCA / DSL
- All substances listed on US TSCA and Canadian DSL inventories.
§ 16Other Information▾
- Revision
- Rev. 2026-06-15 (representative industry-standard datasheet).
- Disclaimer
- Information provided in good faith based on current knowledge. No warranty expressed or implied. User is responsible for verifying suitability for end use and compliance with local regulations.
- Document
- SDS for NexusPlas Blowing-ADC09
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