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PRODUCT SAFETY INFORMATION SHEET
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE
COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
TRADE NAME:
RT/Duroid
5870 Laminates
CHEMICAL FAMILY: Polytetrafluoroethylene Composite
HMIS RATING: H 1 F 1 R 0
USE OF ARTICLE Printed Circuit Boards
DATE ISSUED: May 6, 2014
COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
IDENTIFICATION:
Rogers Corporation
100 South Roosevelt Avenue
Chandler, AZ 85226-3415
Phone: 001-480-961-1382
Fax: 001-480-961-4533
Email: msdsinfo@rogerscorporation.com
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
CLASSIFICATION OF THE
MATERIAL:
NE
LABELING REQUIREMENTS: NE
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE: None anticipated with normal handling. Machining may create dust. Processing
material at temperatures exceeding decomposition temperature may release
toxic fumes.
INHALATION: Dusts may cause respiratory irritation. Exposure to copper fume or PTFE
decomposition products may cause symptoms of metal or Polymer Fume Fever.
This is characterized by flu like symptoms (fever, chills, muscle aches) that last
about 24 hours.
EYE CONTACT: Dust may cause mechanical irritation.
SKIN CONTACT: Dust may cause mechanical irritation.
INGESTION: None known.
CHRONIC:
IARC has classified Glass filament, continuous as Class 3 (Not classifiable as to
its carcinogenicity to humans).
3. COMPOS ITION /IN FOR MATION ON INGRED IEN TS
This material is produced as an “article” as defined in 20 CFR 1910.1200 and REGULATION (EC) N° 1907/2006 is
therefore exempt from the Hazard Communication Standard and REACH. Since this material does not release and will not
result in exposure to a hazardous chemical under normal conditions of use, no Safety Data Sheet is required.
Chemical Name
CAS No. EINECS
/ELINCS
% OSHA PEL ACGIH
TLV
EU Classification
DIELECTRIC
Microf iber G la ss
(Encapsulated in a
Polymer Matr ix )
65997-17-3 266-046-0 Varies 5 mg/m
3
(Resp. Dust)
1 f/cc Not Clas sified Under 67/548 /EEC
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CLADDING (Copper, Alu minum or Bra ss)
Copper 7440-50-8 231-159-6 Varies 1 mg/m
3
(dust and mist)
1 mg/m
3
(dust and mist)
Not Classified Under 67/548/E EC
Aluminum 7429-90-5 231-072-3 Varies 5 mg/m
3
(Resp. Dust)
1 mg/m
3
(Resp. Dust)
Not Classified Under 67/548/E EC
(only Al powder is Classified)
Zinc (Component of
Brass)
7440-66-6 231-175-3 Varies 5 mg/m
3
(ZnO fume)
2 mg/m
3
(as ZnO)
Not Classified Under 67/548/E EC
4. FIRST-AID MEASURES
INHALATION: (Dust & Fume) Remove to fresh air. Obtain medical attention if symptoms
persist.
EYE CONTACT: (Dust) Flush immediately with large amounts of water for 15 to 20 minutes. Do
not rub eye s. Obtain medi cal attent ion if sym ptoms pe rsist.
SKIN CONTACT: (Dust) Remove contaminated clothing and flush area with water for 15 to 20
minutes. Obtain medical attention if symptoms persist.
INGESTI ON: (Dust) Not a likely route of entry – o btain medical at tention.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
FLASH POINT: NE
o
C (
o
F) Flammable Limits: NE
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE: NE
o
C (
o
F)
EXTINGUISHING ME DIA: X Water Spray X Foam X CO
2
X Dry Chemical X Other –
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING
PROCEDURES:
Decomposition in a fire may produce toxic fumes. Firefighters should be
equipped with self-contained breathing apparatus and turnout gear.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION
HAZARDS:
None known.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS: In case of fire toxic fumes are emitted. Wear suitable protective equipment. Do
not breath e dust. Elimi nate so urces of ignition. Avoid contact with skin and
eyes.
ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS: Prevent from entering sewer system, surface water or soil.
CLEANING METHODS: Sweep or shovel into appropriate container for disposal. Avoid creation of
airborne dust.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING: Wear suitable protective equipment, refer to Section 8.
STORAGE: Keep in a cool, well-ventilated area.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: None needed under normal conditions. If mechanical ventilation is absent or
inadequate to maintain exposure levels below those listed in Section 2, use
NIOSH/MSHA approved respirators. A qualified individual should evaluate
each situation.
VENTILATION
LOCAL: Recommended for all industrial operations.
GENERAL: Recommended for all industrial operations.