UFS Grade Foil - Specification

Matt Pigment Foil

Description

Matt pigmented foil on 12 micron polyester carrier.

Characteristics

Primarily developed as a high-speed foil, UFD is almost universal in it's application. The low working temperature, combined with the free release, enable dwell times to be reduced to a minimum without affecting the foil's excellent print quality. It is the ideal choice when one foil only is required for both packaging films and labels.

Substrates

An almost endless list of materials can be printed ranging from coated and uncoated papers to a wide range of packaging films.

Printing Temperature

90°C - 130°C (194°F - 266°F)


UFS Grade Foil - Material Safety Data

COMPOSITION and INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF CHEMICAL CHARACTER

Rolls of polyester film with heat transferable coatings applied to the inside.

HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS :Not Applicable
CAS NUMBER :Not Applicable
RISK PHRASES :Not Applicable

HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Possible route of exposure to this material is by skin contact. However, the material is not classified as hazardous to users.

FIRST AID MEASURES

SKIN : If irritations are felt after contact with the skin, wash with plenty of mild soap and water.
INHALATION : If discomfort is felt after inhalation of dust, remove affected person to fresh air and summon medical aid.
EYES : In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical advice.
INGESTION : If swallowed, get medical attention.

FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA : Foam, Dry Powder, C02, Water
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD : In case of fire do not breathe fumes.
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT : Breathing apparatus should be worn.

ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Not Applicable

HANDLING and STORAGE

HANDLING : Wearing gloves would be advised.
STORAGE : Foil should be kept at ambient conditions, away from direct heat sources or moisture.

EXPOSURE CONTROLS and PERSONAL PROTECTION

RESPIRATORY PROTECTION : Wear suitable dust mask.
EYE PROTECTION : Wear suitable goggles.
SKIN PROTECTION : Wear suitable gloves.
PERSONAL HYGIENE : Wash hands and face before breaks and at the end of the working day.

PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

APPEARANCE : Roll of film on a support core.
ODOUR : Not Applicable
pH VALUE : Not Applicable
BOILING POINT ( ºC ) : Not Applicable
MELTING POINT ( ºC ) : Above 250
FLAMMABLE LIMITS : Not Applicable
FLASH POINT ( ºC ) : Not Applicable
SOLUBILITY : Insoluble in water
SPECIFIC GRAVITY : Not Applicable
VISCOSITY : Not Applicable
BULK DENSITY : Not Applicable

STABILITY and REACTIVITY

STABILITY : Stable
INCOMPATIBILITY : None known
DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS : None known

TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

HEALTH EFFECTS : None known
ACUTE TOXICITY : Not tested

Other Information

This product has been formulated to ensure that it complies with EN - 71, part 3; that is that the foil will contain levels below those listed below. This legislation concerns itself with the action of specific heavy metals under certain human conditions. The limits for which are listed here: -

Lead : Pb 90 ppm
Cadmium : Cd 75 ppm
Chromium : Cr 60 ppm
Arsenic : As 25 ppm
Antimony : Sb 60 ppm
Mercury : Hg 60 ppm
Barium : Ba 1000 ppm
Selenium : Se 500 ppm

ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

AQUATIC TOXICITY : This product is insoluble in water and is therefore unlikely to be harmful to aquatic organisms
BIODEGRADABILITY : Not Available
EFFECT ON EFFLUENT TREATMENT : Not Available

DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION

In consideration with the Local Authority regulations, this product may be land-filled or incinerated in the same manner as household refuse

TRANSPORT INFORMATION

UN Number : Not Applicable
CLASS : Not Applicable
PACKAGING GROUP : Not Applicable
CEFIC CLASSIFICATION : Not Applicable
SYMBOLS : Not Applicable

REGULATORY INFORMATION

Safety information compiled in accordance with Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging for Supply) Regulations 1994. ISBN 0 7176 0859-X, this being based on the European Community Directive 91/155/EEC.

OTHER INFORMATION

The information contained in this Safety Data Sheet has been compiled from the information supplied on the materials contained in the product. No specific toxicological or ecological investigations have been carried out on the foil.



The data compiled above is based on current knowledge and experience. The purpose of this Safety Data Information is to describe the products in terms of their safety requirements.
The data does not signify any warranty with regard to the products workability.