Revision Date
05/11/2021
SAFETY DATA SHEET
Bituminous Roofing / Waterproofing Membranes
Version 8
According to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006, Annex II, as amended by Regulation (EU) No 453/2010
Section 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
1.1. Product identifier
Product name: IKO Bituminous Roofing / Waterproofing Membranes
1.2. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Use of substance / mixture: The product is designed for use as a bituminous waterproofing membrane
1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Company name: IKO PLC
Appley Lane North
Appley Bridge
Wigan
Lancashire
WN6 9AB
Tel: 01257 256779
1.4. Emergency telephone number
Tel: +44 (0)1257 256864 Opening Times: 0900 - 1700 Monday to Friday
Section 2: Hazards identification
2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification under CLP: This product is not classified under the Classification, Labeling , Packaging Regulations EU reg
453/2010 or Reach EC Regulation 1907/2006 (REACH) & 1272/2008
The products covered by this data sheet are classified as articles under the applicable legislation and thus do not require a
MSDS, this document is provided for information only
2.2. Label elements
Label elements under CLP:
Hazard statements: This product is not classified as hazardous, so does not need to comply with the labelling
requirements, Hazard Statements or Precautionary Phrases, however please see information in relevant
sections with regards to emissions and the handling of hot products.
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Signal words: N/A
Hazard pictograms: N/A
Precautionary statements: N/A
Precautionary phrases: N/A
2.3. Other hazards
PBT: This product is not identified as a PBT/vPvB substance.
Section 3: Composition/information on ingredients
Mixtures.
The products are not classed as substances or mixtures under the CLP Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008, 453/2010 but are
considered to be articles. The products in the range consist of a reinforcing base material coated with bitumen and a surface
finish. The base materials include polyester, glass/polyester and glass fibres in sheet form, some used in conjunction with
aluminium foil. The bitumen coating may contain mineral filler and/or synthetic polymers. The fire performance cap sheets have
an inert graphite coating on the upper surface of the base carrier and the fire performance vapour control layers have a fire
retardant modified bitumen coating. The surface finish may be sand, talc, mineral granules or polymeric film.
The product is not hazardous to health in its normal state. The only hazards associated with the product are during the
subsequent usage (for example the 'burning' of torch on products.)
Please refer to the 'notes' section regarding the risk associted with hot materials and the constituents associted with bituminous
products.
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Section 4: First aid measures
4.1. Description of first aid measures
Eyes: For contact with cold material, e.g. small particles, wash thoroughly with water and
obtain medical attention if signs of discomfort persist.
In case of contact with hot material, flood eye with copious quantities of cold water for
10-15 minutes. Do not try to remove material adhering to the eye. Cover the burn area
loosely with a sterile dressing, if available. Seek immediate medical attention.
Skin: For contact with hot material, cool the affected area under cold running water for at
least 10 minutes. Do not attempt to remove anything from the burn area or apply burn
creams or ointments. Material adhering to skin will form a sterile barrier which will fall
off after a few days. Cover the burn area loosely with a sterile dressing, if available.
Inhalation: Seek immediate medical attention.
In case of inhalation of fumes, remove from exposure. If breathing becomes difficult
seek medical assistance.
If swallowed, rinse mouth with water.
4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
IN ALL CASES IF SYMPTOMS ARE SEVERE, PERSIST OR CAUSE CONCERN, OBTAIN IMMEDIATE MEDICAL
ADVICE. First aid procedures apply when products are subjected to high temperatures, eg during the laying , or in a fire.
4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Immediate / special treatment: None Specified
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Section 5: Fire-fighting measures
5.1. Extinguishing media
Use any media suitable for the surrounding fires. Water, spray, fog, carbon dioxide (CO2), dry chemical, foam.
5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Exposure hazards: None Specified
5.3. Advice for fire-fighters
Advice for fire-fighters: In confined areas fire-fighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Extinguish fire with
foam, dry powder, water fog, sand or earth
Section 6: Accidental release measures
6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Personal precautions: None Specified
6.2. Environmental precautions
Environmental precautions: None Specified
6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Clean-up procedures: Clean-up should be dealt with only by qualified personnel familiar with the specific
substance.
6.4. Reference to other sections
Reference to other sections: Refer to section 8 of SDS.
Section 7: Handling and storage
7.1. Precautions for safe handling
Handling requirements: Be aware when in heated / liquid state, wear appropriate PPE, designed to resist high temeratures,
cover skin where possible (ie arms / hands / legs)
7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage conditions: Store under cover away from sources of heat and ignition.
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Suitable packaging: Must only be kept in original packaging.
7.3. Specific end use(s)
Specific end use(s): No data available.
Section 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.1. Control parameters
Non specified
If process generated dusts or fumes are likely, follow workplace regulatory exposure limits for relevant hazards
(e.g. total dust, respirable dust, silica, talc, asphalt fumes). See Annex 1 for further information.
8.2 Exposure controls
Engineering Controls: No special protective measures are necessary for use of this product in that it is an
article, and under normal conditions of use is not expected to release, or otherwise result in exposure to a
hazardous chemical. If cutting, grinding, drilling, etc. ensure that there is adequate ventilation to keep dust
levels within required limits.
Personal Protective Equipment:
Eyes/Face: Where there is a risk of damage to the eyes/face from splashing of hot product or impact, wear
eye/face protection to EN166.
Skin: The use of heavy duty gloves to protect against skin abrasion and burns through contact with
hot bitumen or flame of gas torch during installation is recommended.
Respiratory: Not required under normal conditions of use. If dust or fumes are generated, wear appropriate
respiratory protection.
Environmental Exposure Controls: Not usually required.
DNEL/PNEC Values
DNEL / PNEC No data available.
Section 9: Physical and chemical properties
9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance: Grey – black toned solid material. A variety of coloured slate finishes are
available on top layer felts.
Odour: None
Odour threshold: Not Applicable
pH: Not Applicable
Boiling Point: Not Applicable
Melting Point: Not applicable
Flash Point: Not Applicable
Evaporation rate: Not Applicable
Flammability(gas, solids): Standard bitumen based roofing membranes are combustible. Fire
performance membranes have a significantly reduced capacity to burn.
Upper/lower flammability limits: Not Applicable
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Vapour Pressure: Not Applicable
Vapour Density: Not Applicable
Specific Gravity: Not applicable
Solubility (H2O): Not soluble
Solubility in other solvents: Not Applicable
Auto Ignition Temp.: No data
Decomposition temperature: No data
Viscosity: Not Applicable
Explosive properties: Not classified as explosive
Oxidising properties: Not classified as oxidising
9.2. Other information
Other information: No data available.
Section 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1. Reactivity
Reactivity: Stable under recommended transport or storage conditions.
10.2. Chemical stability
Chemical stability: Stable under normal conditions.
10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions
Hazardous reactions: Hazardous reactions will not occur under normal transport or storage conditions.
10.4. Conditions to avoid
Conditions to avoid: None specied
10.5. Incompatible materials
Materials to avoid: none specified
10.6. Hazardous decomposition products
Haz. decomp. products: none specified
Section 11: Toxicological information
11.1. Information on toxicological effects
Toxicity values:none specified
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Symptoms / routes of exposure
Other information: Not applicable.
Section 12: Ecological information
12.1. Toxicity
Ecotoxicity values: Not Applicable
12.2. Persistence and degradability
Persistence and degradability: Biodegradable information not available
12.3. Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulative potential: No data available.
12.4. Mobility in soil
Mobility: Not Applicable
12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
PBT identification: This product is not identified as a PBT/vPvB substance.
12.6. Other adverse effects
Other adverse effects: No data available.
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Section 13: Disposal considerations
13.1. Waste treatment methods
Disposal operations: Arrange for disposal by a licenced waste disposal company
Waste code number: Check with registered waste disposal company
Disposal of packaging: Recycle paper wrapper
NB: The user's attention is drawn to the possible existence of regional or national
regulations regarding disposal.
Section 14: Transport information
14.1. UN number
UN number: This product is not classified under the Transport Regulations
14.2. UN proper shipping name
Shipping name: Not Applicable
14.3. Transport hazard class(es)
Not Applicable
14.4. Packing group
14.5. Environmental hazards
Environmentally hazardous: No Marine pollutant: No
14.6. Special precautions for user
Special precautions: No special precautions.
Tunnel code: Not Applicable
Transport category: Not applicable
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Section 15: Regulatory information
15.1. Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
Specific regulations: This product is not classified under CLP or REACH
15.2. Chemical Safety Assessment
Chemical safety assessment: A chemical safety assessment has not been carried out
Section 16: Other information
Other information
Other information: This safety data sheet is prepared in accordance with Commission Regulation (EU) No
453/2010.
* indicates text in the SDS which has changed since the last revision.
Legal disclaimer: The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive
and shall be used only as a guide. This company shall not be held liable for any
damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product.
Version History.
Version 1.0 June 1st 2015 New release for Classifiaction, Labelling Packaging Regulations Version 2.0 November 2015
Version 2.0 August 2015 Added Britorch SBS & Britorch APP
Version 3.0 December 2015 Added Pluvex (all types)
Version 4.0 June 2017 Added RoofGarden Product
Version 5.0 Nov.2017 Added Permaflash EJ Product
Version 6.0 Sept. 2019 Amended logo and Titles, added IKO Systems Heat-Activated (H-A) Underlay and IKO Systems
Heat-Activated (H-A) Detailing Underlay
Version 7.0 Oct. 2019 Removed discontinued products, added new products to range
Version 8.0 Nov. 2021 Added IKO Ultralife, removed UPXL
Roofing felts present no inhalation hazard as supplied, however some process activities may result in the
generation of either inhalable particles (use of power tools for sanding, cutting, grinding, etc.) or inhalable fumes
(heating). The following information is provided to assist employers with assessing any process generated
hazards.
PRODUCT SUBSTANCE
(See notes below for occupational exposure limits of substances)
1 2 3 4
Silica Talc Glassfibre Bitumen
Roofing Range
Ultra prevENt T-O Cap Sheet Slate
Mach One Cap Sheet Slate
Safestick prevENt Cap Sheet Slate
Goldseal T-O Cap Sheet Slate
Superflex T-O Cap Sheet Slate
Systems T-O Underlay
Systems S-A Underlay
Systems T-O Vapour Control Layer
Systems S-A Vapour Control Layer
ProTorch SBS T-O Cap Sheet Slate
Turbo Torch T-O Cap Sheet Slate
TGX SBS T-O Cap Sheet Slate
Adesso APP T-O Cap Sheet Slate
IKO SBS T-O Cap Sheet Slate
IKO APP T-O Cap Sheet Slate
IKO SBS Standard Underlay
Challenger Polyester P&R Sand &
Slate
Challenger SBS P&R Sand & Slate
IKO APP Polyester Universal Underlay
IKO T-O Venting Layer
IKO SBS Premium Underlay
IKO APP Glass Universal Underlay
Britorch APP Torch On Capsheet
Britorch SBS Torch On Capsheet
Pluvex Range (including pre-cut)
Permaflash EJ (all sizes)
Permatorch Anti-Root / Roofgarden
Superflex T-O Copper
Quadra PrevENt T-O Dark Grey Slate
Polygum PrevENt T-O Dark Grey Slate
Quadra Rock Partial Bond T-O
Underlay
PermaGUARD-F
Superflex Pipe & Outlet Flashing Plain
/ Slate
Polimar Preparation Layer
Pre-formed details
IKO Perforated Slate Underlay
IKO Glass Fibre Underlay
IKO Glass Fibre Capsheet
IKO Undertile Felt
IKO Perforated Sand Underlay
Roofing Range (Cont.)
1 2 3 4
Silica Talc Glassfibre Bitumen
IKO Eaves Protection Strip
IKO Trade Underlay - Medium - Heavy
IKO Shed Felt
IKO Trade Top Sheet
Bituminous Roofing Shingles
Shed Felt Slate
Self-Adhesive Underlay / Top Sheet
Superior Shed Felt (Polyester)
Superior Shed Felt (Fibreglass)
Super Shed Felt Slate
IKO Ultra Range
Preparation Layers
Polimar Preparation Membrane
Heat Activated Products
IKO Systems Heat Activated Underlay
IKO Systems Heat Act. Detailing U/L
NOTES
1. Silica is present as a constituent of the sand and mineral slate surfaced finishes used. WELS exist for Silica Exposure
2. Talc may be present as a surface finish. . WELS exist for Talc exposure
3. Glass fibre is present as a reinforcing base encapsulated in bitumen. Exposure levels are likely to be very low in
normal use.
4. All products listed above contain bitumen. WELS exist for Bitumen exposure
5. In some cases of burning bituminous products at high temperatures, an emission of hydrogen sulphide has been
detected, Hydrogen Sulfide is a toxic, flammable, colorless, liquefied gas. Hydrogen Sulfide has a distinct
“rotten-egg” smell. The odor cannot be relied on as an adequate warning of the presence of Hydrogen Sulfide because at
high concentrations olfactory fatigue occurs . The WELs for Hyrogen Sulphide is 10ppm at a 10 minute exposure period
