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For additional information on using Instapak Quick® RT,

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Introduction

Welcome to the Instapak Quick® RT (Room Temperature) Foam Packaging User’s Guide.For best results use Instapak Quick® RT at room temperature (18º - �2ºC).Instapak Quick® RT is a fast, flexible, and easy to use packaging method that provides superior protection for your products. It is ideal for cushioning, blocking and bracing applications, and for producing small molded cushions.Each Instapak Quick® RT bag contains two separate liquids that, when mixed together, will react and expand to form polyurethane foam packaging. This foam is designed to provide package protection for a wide range of product weights.

FIRST AIDLiquid Component ASkin contact:Wash for at least 5 minutes with water and soap. Do not use solvents.Eye Contact:Wash for at least 15 minutes with abundant warm water. Consult a doctor.Internal consumption:Consult a doctorHardened Foam:The foam is stable and is not dangerous.If you have other questions or require more detailed information, then contact: +44 (0)15�6 �15700

Environmental Information

Instapak Quick® RT foam packaging minimizes the amount of packaging material used without compromis-ing the protection of shipped goods. Instapak Quick® RT foam packaging is also produced without chlorofluoro-carbons (CFCs) or hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), which have been associated with the depletion of the ozone layer.• Source Reduction

Instapak Quick® RT foam provides superior cushion-ing that maximizes protection with a minimum amount of material. Less packaging is used, so less enters the waste stream.

• Reuse For companies shipping the same product from location to location, Instapak Quick® RT foam packaging can be used for multiple trips. Instapak Quick® RT foam cush-ions can be reused as carton filler or reshaped manually to fit other products for shipping.

• Return We have established multiple locations throughout the world where Instapak Quick® RT foam can be returned. To find the location nearest you call: +44 (0)15�6 �15700.

• Waste to Energy Efficiency Instapak Quick® RT foam packaging is an excellent fuel source for municipal waste-to-energy facilities.

• Landfill Compatibility Highly compressible, Instapak Quick® RT foam occu-pies only 10% of its original volume when disposed of in a landfill.

Safe Product Usage

WARNING! Before using this product, read and familiarize yourself with important safety and instructional information that is found in the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs), the product label band, and this User’s Guide.CAUTION!Safety glasses with side shields should be worn while using Instapak Quick® RT foam packaging.WARNING! Do not grip, squeeze, or twist the bags to activate. Always place on a flat surface and press firmly on the component “A” symbol to begin the activation process. WARNING! • Never apply pressure to help force the foam mixture

out into the larger bag.• Keep bags out of reach of children.• Puncturing or tearing any part of the bag before

mixing may cause liquid component leakage or could result in foam escaping the bag after activation.

• Unactivated bags should never be taken from the packaging workplace.

• Always use Instapak Quick® RT bags in a well ventilated area.

• Avoid being in the direct path of off-gassing steam to optimize user safety and comfort. This steam is very warm.

• ‘For Chemical Emergency’ Spill, leak, fire, exposure or accident call Sealed Air at: +44 (0)15�6 �15700

User’s Guide

• Prepare the shipping box and item to be packed.

• Remove the paper information label from the bag.

WARNING!To prevent damage due to puncture, never use a sharp object to remove the paper label wrapped around the bag.CAUTION!Safety glasses with side shields should be worn while using Instapak Quick® RT foam packaging.

To Start a BagRemove the paper label

Unfold the bag Press “Start” Mix components “A” and “B”

Quickly place the bag

• Completely unfold the bag onto a flat surface.

• Note the location of the bag activation and venting areas.

• Mix COMPONENT “A” and COMPONENT “B” by patting back and forth 10 - 20 times on each “A” and “B” symbol. You will hear another “pop” and the foam will begin to expand into the bag.

WARNING!Avoid being in the direct path of off-gassing steam to opti-mize user safetyand comfort. This steam is very warm.CAUTION! • Once the bag starts to

expand it will become very warm.

• The words “VENT” at the top of the bag indicate the vent-ing area. The vent is a series of tiny holes that allows the steam to escape.

• Quickly place the expanding bag of foam into the box.

WARNING!• The bag should not be rolled,

crumpled, or twisted when placed in the box.

• Never shake the bag, this may cause foam to exit vent holes.

• Avoid folding the bag at the venting area, to allow foam to expand freely and to allow venting to take place.

• Refer to Packing Tips for ad-ditional packaging information.

• Start the activation process by laying the bag on a flat surface. Press firmly on the COMPONENT “A” press Here TO START symbol on the lower left. You will hear a small “pop” to let you know the inside seal has opened.

Do not grip, squeeze, or twist to activate. Always place on a flat surface and press firmly on the component “A” symbol to begin the activation process.WARNING!• Do not press on the

Component “B” side first (the right side), to start the bag. This action could cause Component “B” to leak into the outer bag and out of the bag vent holes.

• Never shake the bag, this may cause foam to exit vent holes.

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For additional information on using Instapak Quick® RT,

see our website at:www.instapak.eu

For additional information on using Instapak Quick® RT,

see our website at:www.instapak.eu

Cushioning material is used to protect delicate products packed in shipping boxes.Cushioning is created with Instapak Quick® RT foam-filled bags by securing a product between two or more expanded bags.Note:• For adequate protection, most

products generally need at least 2 inches of foam between the product and the wall of the shipping box.

• Bags will not fill completely with foam. The bags are designed to have air space at the top of the bag to allow venting to take place and for foam to rise freely around your product.

Packing Tip – Cushioning

Cushoning Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4

• Activate a bag as described on the front page.

• Place the expanding bag of foam in the bottom of the shipping box.

• Have your product ready to be placed in the box.

Note:For heavy products, allow the foam cushion to fully expand (about 25 seconds).CAUTION!Safety glasses with side shields should be worn while using Instapak Quick® RT foam packaging

• Activate additional bags as described on the front page.

• Place the expanding bag of foam on top of the product.

• Close top flaps while foam is rising to secure the product in place.

• Additional bags may be needed to properly secure your product.

• The foam will expand against the box flaps to form a custom-fit top cushion(s).

Note:Due to their shape and size, some products may require more than two Instapak Quick® RT foam bags for adequate protection.This is common when using this foam-in-bag packaging technique.

• Seal the box.• As the foam inside the bag begins to rise, nestle your product into the center of the expanding foam bag. Some continued support of the product may be necessary while the foam is setting up.

• Allow the bag to rise up and around the product.

• Let go of the product once the foam stops expanding. The foam should support the product’s weight.

Note:• Do not let your product drop

to the bottom of the box. This would result in no foam protection under your product.

• Place the product on the cushion and apply slight force to “nest” the product into the cushion.

Blocking and bracing material is used for rugged products that need to be secured from moving or shifting in the shipping box.Blocking and bracing is created with Instapak Quick® RT foam-filled bags by locking the product into position using one or multiple corner cushions.Note:Bags will not fill completely with foam. The bags are designed to have air space at the top of the bag to allow venting to take place and for foam to rise freely around your product.

Packing Tip – Blocking and Bracing

Blocking and bracing Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4

• Place the product in the shipping box.

• The product may be pushed to a corner (as shown) or placed in the center of the box.

CAUTION!Safety glasses with side shields should be worn while using Instapak Quick® RT foam packaging.

• Activate additional bags as described on the front page.

• Place the expanding bag between the upper corner(s) of the product and the box.

• Let the bag expand against the product and the box walls, locking the product in place.

• Place additional bags between the product and the box walls as needed.

• Close top flaps while foam is rising to secure the product in place.

• Seal the box.• Activate a bag as described on the front page.

• Place the expanding bag between the lower corner(s) of the product and the box.

• Let the bag expand against the product and the box walls, locking the product in place.

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Material safety data sheet

1. Identification of the preparation and of the company

Trade name: Instapak Quick® RT A.

Use of preparation: Liquid polyurethane resin mixture for the production of Instapak® polyurethane packaging foam.

Company: Sealed Air Limited, Telford Way, Kettering, Northants NN16 8UN England, Telephone: 01536 315700, Fax: 01536 410576

Emergency tel. no.: +44 (0)1536 315734

2. Composition/information on ingredients

Composition: 1. Diphenylmethane-4, 4’-diisocyanate (MDI) and 2. Isomers and homologues of diphenylmethane diisocyanate.

3. Hazards identification

This product is a respiratory irritant and a potential respiratory sensitiser. Irritating to eyes. Irritant to the skin even though the systemic toxicity is low.

4. First-aid measures

Eye contact: Causes irritation of the eyes, watering and discomfort.First aid: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes, holding lids open

with fingers. Consult a physician.

Skin contact: May cause slight-to-mild irritation and in rare cases dermatitis.First aid: Wash immediately with water, followed by soap and water.

Launder contaminated clothing before reuse.

Ingestion: MDI-based compositions are of low oral toxicity by ingestion.First aid: Wash out mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting. Obtain

immediate medical attention. Symptomatic treatment and supportive therapy as indicated.

Inhalation: Causes irritation and dryness of the throat. A hyper-reactive response to small concentrations of MDI may develop in sensitised persons.

First aid : Remove patient from exposure, keep warm and at rest. Obtain medical attention. Treatment is symptomatic for primary irritation or bronchospasm.

5. Fire-fighting measures

If involved in a fire, it may emit noxious and toxic fumes. Due to reaction with water produ-cing CO2-gas, a hazardous build-up of pressure could result if contaminated containers are resealed.

Extinguishing media: CO2, chemical foam, dry powder or water spray.

Fire fighting protective equipment: Suitable respiratory protection with positive air supply. Full protective clothing should also be worn.

6. Spill or leak procedures

At the discovery or occurrence of a leak or spillage, remove unprotected personnel from the area. Any personnel carrying out cleaning work should wear a cartridge type respirator, in addition to overalls, eye protection, PVC boots and gloves (butyl- or nitrile rubber or PVC). Launder contaminated clothing before reuse.

Component A should be absorbed with sweeping compound, Fullers Earth, sawdust or the like and then deactivated by thorough soaking with water containing about 8%

concentrated Ammonia, allow to stand for at least 10 minutes.

Collect the material in an open container and treat with additional deactivating solution. Allow the container to stand uncovered for 24 to 48 hours to allow carbon dioxide to escape. Wash the spill area with deactivating solution. The deactivated Component A is classed as non-hazardous and may be disposed of in regular waste disposal but this should be checked with the Local Authorities to make absolutely certain.

7. Handling and storage data

Storage: Keep boxes properly sealed and store indoors in a well venti-lated area. Keep storage temperatures between 40°C and 10°C.

Specific use information: For additional information please refer to the recommenda-tions for the safe use and handling of Instapak® products. Available from the supplier.

8. Exposure controls/personal protection

Maximum exposure level: MEL (England) or treshold limit value: TLV (Continent and USA).MEL/TLV for 8-hour Time Weighted Average = 0.02 mg (NCO)/m� (COSHH) or 0.005 ppm (ACGIH).MEL/TLV for 15 minute Time Weighted Average = 0.07 mg (NCO)/m� (COSHH) or 0.02 ppm (ACGIH).

Respiratory protection: The Maximum Exposure Limit (MEL/TLV) is not likely to be exceeded under normal conditions. If the material is heated or spilled in a confined area, respiratory protection should be worn. Because of their short life and lack of break- through indicators, cartridge type respirators equipped for organic vapours are generally not recommended for permanent use with isocyanates.

However, they can be used for short-term emergency situa-tions at concentrations below the MEL/TLV where the pres-ence of adequate breathing oxygen can be assured. Where concentrations exceed the MEL/TLV, adequate ventilation, including appropriate local extraction must be provided to ensure that the MEL/TLV is not exceeded.

Eye protection: Goggles or safety glasses with side shields and/or face shield.

Protective clothing: Chemical resistant butyl rubber, nitrile rubber or PVC gloves.

Ventilation: Use local exhaust if necessary to maintain levels below the MEL/TLV.

Other: Eyewash station should be available. See “Recommendations for the Safe Use and Handling of Instapak® Foam-in-Place Chemicals” bulletin.

9. Physical and chemical properties

Flash point: 21�°CForm: LiquidBoiling point: 260°C (polymerises)Colour: Dark brownVapour pressure: < 1.10-5 mm Hg at 25°COdour: Earthy Vapour Density (Air=1): 8.5Specific gravity: 1.24 at 25°CViscosity: 100 - 300 mPa.s at 20°CMolecular Weight: Approx. 350Solubility in water: NilMelting point: - 24°C% Volatile by volume: Nil

10. Stability and reactivity

Stable under normal conditions. Avoid temperatures above 40°C or below 10°C. Polymerises at about 260°C with evolution of carbondioxide. Avoid contact with moisture and other materials, which contain active hydrogen. Incompatible materials are water, amines, strong alkalis, alcohol, and surface-active materials. Hazardous decomposition products are developing by fire or extreme heat (oxides of carbon, oxides of nitrogen, and traces of hydrogencyanide).

Hazardous components EC No. CAS No. Concen-tration in %

R-sentences

MDI ( as 4,4) 202-966-0 101-68-8 45 % Xn; R20, Xi; R�6/�7/�8, R42/4�

Isomers & homologues of MDI

N A 9016-87-9 55 % Xn; R20, Xi; R�6/�7/�8, R42/4�

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11. Toxicological information

LD50, Oral: 20 g/kg (rats).

LD50, Dermal: 15.8 g/kg (rabbits).

LC50, Inhalation: 370 mg/m� (rats 4 hrs) (as aerosol).

Fish, LC50: 500 mg/l (Daphnea, Limnea, Invertebrates).

Long term Exposure: Rats have been exposed for two years to an aerosol of poly-meric MDI which resulted in chronic pulmonary irritation at high concentration. The prolonged irritation led to the forma-tion of tumours in the lungs of a small proportion of the rats exposed to 6 mg/m�. There were no tumours at 1 mg/m� and no effects at 0.2 mg/m�. In the absence of prolonged high exposure leading to chronic irritation and lung damage it is highly unlikely that tumours could occur.

Inhalations: May lead to mucous membrane irritation, tightening of chest, respiratory tract irritation, coughing, headache, and shortness of breath. May lead to allergic sensitivity in some individuals resulting in asthma-like symptoms upon exposure below the MEL/TLV. Sensitised persons should be removed from any further exposure. Persons with asthma-type conditions or other chronic respiratory diseases should be excluded from working with MDI.

Skin contact: May cause irritation or rash. Can cause skin discolouration. Repeated contact may result in skin sensitisation. Animal studies have shown that respiratory sensitisation can be induced by skin contact.

Eye contact: Liquid can cause eye irritation, tearing, reddening and swell-ing. Permanent corneal injury is unlikely. In addition, vapours in excess of 0.02 ppm may cause irritation.

Ingestion: Ingestion is unlikely. The acute oral LD50 for rats is greater than 20 g/kg. Ingestion can cause irritation and corrosive action in the mouth, stomach and digestive tract.

12. Ecological information

Not mixable with water, but will react with water on the contact front to produce inert and non-biodegradable solids.

By comparison with an analogous product, the following values are anticipated:LC0 (Zebra fish) > 1.000 mg/l.EC50 (Daphnia magna) 24 hours > 1.000 mg/l.EC50 (E. coil) > 100 mg/l.

13. Waste disposal

Liquid waste:Disposal should be in accordance with local, state or national legislation. Untreated materials are not suitable for disposal. Waste, even small quantities, should never be poured down drains, sewers or watercourses. Small quantities – pre-treat with water – to neutralise prior to disposal. Large quantities – destruction by controlled pyrolysis with scrubbing and neutralisation of the vapours, using incinerators specifically designed for the destruction of chemical waste. Eural waste code nr.: 07 02 08.

14. Transport information

UN-Number: Not classified as a dangerous material based on the actual toxicity data.

ADR/RID: Not classified as a dangerous material, based on the actual toxicity data.

15. Regulatory information

Labelling according to Directive 67/548 and 2001/58.

Symbol: Xn, Harmful.Risk phrases: R 20, Harmful by inhalation. R 36/37/38, Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. R 42/43, May cause sensitisation by inhalation and on skin

contact.

Safety phrases: S 22, Do not breathe dust.

S 26, In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.

S 28: After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of warm water and soap.

S 38: In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment.

S 45: In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible).

16. Other information

Other: Eyewash station should be available for the operator. Training: See the recommendations for the safe use and handling of

Instapak® products before operating equipment.

This data sheet was prepared in accordance with Directive 2001/58.

Date of issue revision: April 2007

This information is furnished without warranty, expressed or implied, except that it is accurate to the best of our knowledge. The data on this sheet relates only to the specific materials designated herein. Sealed Air assumes no legal responsibility for use or reliance upon these data.

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