Product Name: Sinopec High Tenacity High Modulus Polyvinyl Alcohol Fiber
Chemical Name: Polyvinyl Alcohol Fiber
Trade Names: Sinopec High Modulus PVA Fiber
Common Uses: Reinforcement in concrete, geotextiles, rope, and textiles
Supplier: China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation (Sinopec)
Address: Beijing, China
Emergency Contact: Provided on product packaging or supplier documentation
Chemical Formula: (C2H4O)n
CAS Number: 9002-89-5
REACH Registration Number: Available upon request
Other Identifiers: PVA HM Fiber, High Tenacity PVA
Physical State: Solid fiber, white, odorless
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous under GHS criteria
Acute Health Hazards: Low risk of irritation on skin contact, no known inhalation hazard under normal conditions
Chronic Exposure Hazards: No known long-term health impacts based on available data
Fire/Explosion Risk: Combustible at elevated temperatures, does not present unusual fire hazard
Eyes: May cause mild mechanical irritation
Skin: Not expected to cause skin sensitization
Inhalation: Dust or fiber particles could cause local irritation after prolonged or direct exposure
Environmental Hazards: Not classified as environmentally hazardous
Signal Word: None required under GHS
Pictograms: None required
Substance: Polyvinyl Alcohol Fiber
Component: Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA)
Concentration: >99%
CAS Registry Number: 9002-89-5
Additives: Trace quantities of wetting agents or processing aids (proprietary)
Impurities: Less than 1%, not known to present additional hazards
Inhalation: Move to fresh air if dust is inhaled; seek medical advice if irritation or discomfort persists
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water to remove fibers or debris; medical attention not usually required
Eye Contact: Rinse carefully with plenty of water; remove contact lenses if applicable; medical attention if irritation continues
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, drink water; do not induce vomiting; get medical attention if large amounts are swallowed
Most Important Symptoms: Eye irritation, mild respiratory discomfort (dust)
Advice for Rescuers: Use suitable personal protective equipment to avoid dust exposure
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: None identified
Combustion Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, water vapor, possible trace organic compounds
Firefighting Precautions: Use self-contained breathing apparatus, protective clothing to prevent inhalation of vapors and smoke
Special Hazards: Fiber may shrink or melt under direct flame; molten material can cause burns
Explosion Sensitivity: Not sensitive to mechanical impact or static discharge
Personal Precautions: Avoid creating dust; wear protective gloves, safety glasses, dust mask if airborne fibers become an issue
Environmental Precautions: Prevent outside release of significant quantities; sweep or vacuum material to avoid fiber dispersal
Clean Up Methods: Sweep up or vacuum fibers and transfer to suitable containers for reuse or disposal
Spill Response: No special environmental procedures required for small spills
Protection for Clean-Up Crew: Standard protective clothing and dust masks if working in poorly ventilated spaces
Handling Precautions: Avoid generation and inhalation of dusts and airborne fibers; wear gloves to guard against mechanical irritation
Avoid Contact With: Strong acids, strong oxidizers
Proper Handling Practices: No special measures required beyond normal hygiene and safety; do not eat, drink, or smoke while handling
Storage Conditions: Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated place; keep away from sources of ignition or heat
Packaging Materials: Use original packaging or sealed containers to prevent contamination and moisture uptake
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents
Fire Safety: Keep away from open flames and hot surfaces
Occupational Exposure Limits: No specific limits established for polyvinyl alcohol fibers; keep dust below nuisance levels per local regulations (typically 10 mg/m3 total inhalable dust)
Engineering Controls: Provide local exhaust ventilation in dusty environments; maintain good workplace hygiene
Personal Protection Equipment: Safety glasses and gloves to handle large amounts; dust mask if fiber concentrations in air are elevated
Respiratory Protection: Use dust respirators in environments with significant airborne fiber
Hand Protection: Work gloves to avoid mechanical irritation or cuts
Eye Protection: Safety goggles or glasses
Other Protective Equipment: Long sleeves, protective workwear as needed
Hygiene Practices: Wash thoroughly after handling, before eating, drinking, or smoking
Physical State: Solid fiber, filament or staple
Color: White
Odor: None
Molecular Weight: Varies with polymerization degree
Melting Point: Decomposes above 200°C
Boiling Point: Not applicable
Flash Point: >300°C (decomposition)
Water Solubility: Insoluble; swells slightly in hot water
pH (1% solution): Neutral (for pure fibers)
Density: 1.27–1.30 g/cm3
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Approx. 410°C
Volatility: Not volatile
Explosive Properties: No explosive properties
Oxidizing Properties: Non-oxidizing
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not determined; considered negligible bioaccumulation
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal storage and usage conditions
Conditions to Avoid: Open flame, high heat, strong oxidizers
Incompatible Materials: Concentrated acids and oxidizing substances can degrade the fiber
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, possibly acetaldehyde and organic compounds during combustion or decomposition
Polymerization: Not known to occur
Reactivity: Shows no hazardous reactivity under recommended storage and handling
Acute Toxicity: Not acutely toxic by standard oral, dermal, or inhalation routes
Chronic Toxicity: Studies have shown no evidence of carcinogenic, mutagenic, or teratogenic effects in typical occupational or environmental exposures
Irritation: Fibers may cause mild, temporary eye or respiratory irritation in sensitive individuals
Sensitization: Not recognized as a skin or respiratory sensitizer
Inhalation: Long-term exposure to high dust concentrations could cause chronic mechanical irritation to respiratory passages
Ingestion: No known toxicity; large amounts could produce gastrointestinal upset
Carcinogenic Effect: Not listed as carcinogenic by IARC, NTP, OSHA
Other Effects: No evidence of developmental or reproductive toxicity
Medical Conditions Aggravated: Pre-existing respiratory conditions could be aggravated by prolonged dust exposure
Ecotoxicity: Testing indicates minimal concern for aquatic or terrestrial organisms under normal release conditions
Aquatic Toxicity: Insoluble, does not present bioavailable hazard in water bodies
Persistence and Degradability: Slow natural degradation; not considered persistent in the long run
Bioaccumulative Potential: No significant bioaccumulation due to high molecular weight and insolubility
Mobility in Soil: Fibers are immobilized in soil and sediment; not prone to leaching
Other Adverse Effects: No evidence of adverse effects on microorganisms, plants, or animals
Disposal to Waterways: Avoid direct discharge to prevent physical buildup; follow local regulations
Product Disposal: Dispose of in accordance with national, state, and local regulations; landfill or incinerate in approved facilities
Reuse/Recycling: Fibers can sometimes be reclaimed or repurposed depending on level of contamination
Packaging Disposal: Recycle or dispose of packaging based on local recycling capabilities
Special Instructions: Prevent dust formation during handling and disposal
Avoid Release: Caution to prevent unnecessary environmental dispersion during disposal
UN Number: Not classified as a dangerous good for transport
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated
Transport Hazard Class: Not applicable
Packing Group: Not applicable
Marine Pollutant: Not designated as marine pollutant
Transport Precautions: Prevent excessive crushing, keep containers secure during transit to avoid fiber loss
Special Transport Notes: Observe standard safe handling; no additional regulations apply for road, rail, sea, or air transport
Global Chemical Inventories: Registered on relevant chemical inventories such as TSCA (USA), EINECS (EU), DSL (Canada), ENCS (Japan)
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous
OSHA Status: Not hazardous as defined by OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
Labeling Requirements: No pictogram or hazard statement required under GHS/OSHA
SARA Title III: Not subject to reporting requirements
California Proposition 65: Not listed
REACH Status: Registered or exempted
Other Country-Specific Regulations: Check local rules for fiber handling and disposal; no extraordinary measures required
Worker Health and Safety: Standard industrial safety practices expected during handling and storage
