MSDS Starbrand Standard 2023
MSDS Starbrand Standard 2023
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2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Hazard Classification Not classified as Hazardous. Not classified as Dangerous Goods.
The potential health hazards are related to dust generated from these materials
during the use of power tools and sanding.
Safety & Health The intact STARBRAND® Gypsum board does not give off dust or fume during
installation or when installed.
However, cutting, breaking, drilling, sawing, grinding and finishing may generate
dust. The following Risk and Safety phrases apply to airborne dust of this product :
Risk : Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin Repeated exposure, may
cause skin dryness or cracking
Safety: Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
3 COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredients CAS NO PROPORTION
Natural Gypsum (CaSO4. 2H2O) 10101-41-4 >85%
Paper Liner 9004-34-6 >4%
Starch 9005-25-8 <1%
Accelerator 7778-80-5 <1%
Others - < 0.1 %
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4 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance A rigid perforated sheet of gypsum board consisting of a gypsum
core encased in paper facing with fleece
Board density 600 - 660 kg/m3
Boiling point Not applicable
Melting point 1450o C (calcium sulphate dihydrate)
Vapor pressure Not applicable
Specific gravity (H2O = 1) 2.3 gr/cc (approximately)
Flash point Not applicable
Flammability limits Not flammable
Solubility in water Not soluble
Reactivity (e.g. with air or water) Not reactive
Auto-ignition temperature
Odor threshold -
Lower explosion limit Slight plaster odor
Upper explosion limit -
Self accelerating decomposition -
Total Volatile Organic Compound < 0.01 mg / (m3. hr)
Formaldehyde emission rate < 0.01 mg / (m3. hr)
Phenylcyclohexene emission rate 0
Total phthalate emission < 0.003 mg/m3
Total particles emission 4. HEALT < 0.02 mg / (m3. hr)
Inhalation Remove to fresh air, away from dusty area. If symptoms persist,seek
medical attention.
First aid Facilities Eyewash station and washroom
Advice to Doctor Treat symptomatically.
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6 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURE
Flammability The gypsum plaster core is non-flammable.
The paper liner will smolder and burn in a fire.
Suitable extinguishing Use carbon dioxide, foam, dry chemical or water spray to
Media Extinguish, as required for fire in surrounding materials.
Special Protective Wear full protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus
Equipment for (SCBA). Extinguish with alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide, dry
Firefighters powder or water fog. As required for fire in surrounding materials.
equipment for fire fighters
Condition for safe Store in a cool, dry, ventilated area away from sources of heat, moisture
storage, including and incompatibilities. Protect product from physical damage. Protect
any incompatibilities from weather and prevent exposure to sustained moisture. Gypsum
association literature recommends storing board flat to avoid damaging
edges, warping the board and the potential safety hazards of the board
falling over.
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Eye Protection Wear SNI approved glasses or safety goggles when handling drywall to
prevent dust coming in contact with eyes. Wearing contact lenses when
11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxicology data: Not available on this product, but anticipated to be very low with LD50 >5000 mg/kg.
Toxicology data: Not available on this product, but anticipated to be very low with LD50 >5000
mg/kg.
Health effects : Acute (short term)
Swallowed Unlikely under normal industrial use, but swallowing may result in nausea or
abdominal discomfort
Eyes Dust is irritating to the eyes causing watering and redness. Exposure to dust may
aggravate pre-existing eye conditions
Skin The dust from this product, particularly in association with heat and sweat, may
cause mild irritation and drying to the skin due to its physical characteristics
Can cause irritation of the nose, throat and lungs resulting in excess mucus and
Inhaled coughing
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12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Eco-toxicity The physical and chemical nature of the product, and toxicological data on ingredients,
Indicate that this product is relatively low risk
Persistence and Product is persistent and would have a low degradability degree adability
Mobility A low mobility would be expected in a landfill situation.
13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste should be placed in containers and disposed of with other construction waste in accordance
with local authority guidelines. Measures should be taken to prevent dust generation during disposal
and exposure and personal precautions should be observed (as section 9)
14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Not classified as hazardous for transport
15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
No special labeling required.
16 OTHER INFORMATION
Prepared By: PT. Siam-Indo Gypsum Industry
Issued date: 23/02/2021
Additional Information
Hazardous Material Identification System (HMIS) Classification
1 Health = 1. Denotes possible chronic hazard if airborne dusts or fumes
Health Hazard
are generated Irritation or minor reversible injury possible
Fire Hazard 0 Fire = 0, Materials that will not burn
0 Physical hazard = 0, Materials that are normally stable, even under
Physical Hazard fire condition, and will not react with water, polymerize, decompose,
condense, or self-react Non explosives
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
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and verification. Attention is drawn to the possible risks when using the product for other use than it has been originally designed for.
Thereby, we make no warranty of merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect of such information, and we
assume no liability resulting from its use. This document does not exempt users from knowing and abiding the legislation ruling their
activity. In no way shall the company be liable for any claims, losses, or damages of any third party or for lost profits, or any special,
indirect, incidental, consequential or exemplary damages, however arising, even if the company has been advised of the possibility of such
damages.