Hazards by Additive

Although it can be considered a nuisance dust, there is no health hazard attributable to carbon black and most countries have accepted the US Threshold Limit Value (TLV) of 3.5 mg m . referred to total dust. Carbon blacks are not classified as hazardous materials or dangerous goods. Allegations that carbon blacks affect human health have occasionally been made, but there has been 

Additive type Possible hazard Methods of avoidance 

Carbon black Escape into atmosphere, contamination of environment Use masterbatch systems if not possible, use effective packaging, in a dedicated area 

Flame retardants Possible formation of toxic fumes during a fire Use only FRs approved by relevant authorities for the specific application and circumstances 

Fillers, powders Dust respiration Ventilation use breathing masks where necessary prefer non-dusting or liquid systems 

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