Polestar

Service and Parts Business

Safety Data Sheet
32219777
Polestar Automotive USA Inc.
777 MacArthur Blvd
Mahwah, NJ 07430

Emergency
Telephone No.: 1-888-255-3924 (U.S., Canada,
Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands)
Revision Date:
Printed:
Supersedes:

April 2018
2022-07-07

NOTE: Use the 24-Hour Emergency Telephone Numbers only in the event of a chemical emergency involving a spill, leak, fire, exposure, or accident involving chemicals. All non-emergency questions should be
directed to Polestar Automotive USA Inc. at (800) 806-2504 (U.S.) or (800) 806-2507 (Canada) for assistance.

1.

PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
1.1 Description of the
Product:
1.2 Use of the Product:
1.3 Description of the
Company:
1.4 Emergency Number:

2.

Pyrotechnic automotive safety devices, including Air Bag inflators,
Air Bag Modules, Seat-belt Pretensioners, pyromechanical switches or
pyromechanical actuators
Safety devices for vehicles
Joyson Safety Systems
2500 Takata Drive
Auburn Hills, Michigan, USA
(1-248-373-8040)
General Information: (1-248-373-8040)
Transportation Emergency Numbers (24 hour): Chemtrec
USA: (800) 424-9300 (Emergencies Only)
International: (+1) (703) 527-3887 (Emergencies Only)

HAZARD(S) IDENTIFICATION
2.1 Classification:

Referenced safety devices are classified as Hazardous Material Class
9, according to the UN and USDOT criteria. (Note: While pyrotechnic
ingredients contained in the device represent an explosion hazard, the
ingredients can only be released by destructive disassembly of the device).
The safety devices do not present an explosion hazard when fully assembled.

Produced and printed in the USA and available as an electronic document.
© Polestar 2022

32219777

Safety Data Sheet
PRODUCT NAME:

Pyrotechnic Automotive
Safety Devices

2.2 Other Hazards Which
do not Result in
Classification:

2.3 GHS Label Element,
including Precautionary
Statement:

3.

REVISION DATE:

April 2018

• Initiation hazard of an uncontrolled activation of the safety device due to:
fire; heat; electrostatic discharge:
inductions though electromagnetic radiation; or, excessive mechanical
load.
• Burn hazard when there is direct contact with pyrotechnic safety device
during activations
• Potential for frostbite injuries due to sudden release of pressure from
compressed gas air bag inflators.
• Potential eye and respiratory tract exposure and irritation from safety
device combustion products (particles and gases). Combustion product
exposure hazards may increase if large numbers of devices are involved
such as responding to transport vehicle fires involving factory shipment
quantities of devices
• Temporary impact to hearing from high level noise impulse during device
activation
Safety Devices for Vehicles are manufactured article. This product is not
subject to OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200

COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
The pyrotechnic ingredients are hermetically sealed inside of the tamper proof safety devices. The pyrotechnic
ingredients in the objects will not be released under normal conditions or use, or during standard disposal
methods. To avoid inadvertent exposure to combustion by-products, safety device housings should only be
opened as a necessary step during the disposal process.

4.

FIRST-AID MEASURES
In case of medical emergency, follow general first-aid rules, including:
4.1 Route(s) of Entry:
Inhalation and ingestion are the most likely routes of entry into the body.
Injection and absorption are less likely to occur, but are possibilities that
may exist through various work environments. It is the responsibility of the
end user to have a qualified Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental
professional evaluate and recommend control measures to safeguard affected
employees.
4.2 Human Health Effects and Symptoms of Overexposure:
4.2.1 Inhalation:
Give oxygen if breathing is difficult.
Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
4.2.2 Skin Contact:
Rinse affected area with copious amounts of running water for at least fifteen
minutes.
Seek medical attention if burns develop.
4.2.3 Eye Contact:
Rinse eyes thoroughly with copious amounts of running water for at least
fifteen minutes.
Take care not to flush contaminated water into unaffected eye.
Seek medical attention immediately.

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PRODUCT NAME:

Safety Data Sheet

Pyrotechnic Automotive
Safety Devices

REVISION DATE:

April 2018

4.2.4 Ingestion:
NA
4.2.5 Frostbite or
Thermal Burns
Due to Exposure to
Related Gases:
Keep the affected body part elevated in order to reduce swelling.
Remove all wet and restrictive clothing and jewelry that may affect blood
flow.
Apply sterile, dry bandages between any affected areas such as fingers.
Seek medical attention immediately.

5.

FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
5.1 Extinguishing Media:
5.2 Special Fire-fighting
Procedures:

5.3 Unusual Fire and
Explosion Hazards:

6.

Any standard extinguishing medium including water, sand, and dry
chemical.
Evacuate all personnel immediately.
Do not breathe smoke.
Normally this type of material is allowed to burn without trying to
extinguish it. If fire reaches cargo, evacuate all personnel, including
emergency responders for 1500 feet (1/3 mile) in all directions.
Fight fires from a safe distance. Depending on design and condition, safety
devices may become dangerous projectiles.

ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
6.1 Personal Precautions,
Protective Equipment and
Emergency Procedures:
In the case of damage of the safety device’s housing, resulting in the release
of the pyrotechnic materials, keep all ignition sources such as heat, impact,
sparks and electrostatic discharge away.
In the case of an integrated compressed gas container, compressed gases may
escape abruptly, and can, in large quantities, act as an asphyxiant. See Section
8.0 for further details.
6.2 Environmental
Precautions:
Contain any spills of safety devices. Prevent devices from entering natural
bodies of water. (e.g. lakes, rivers, and streams).
Follow all current and applicable laws and regulations.
6.3 Methods and Materials
for Containment and
Cleaning Up:
Where safety devices have become damaged, pyrotechnic material may be
released. If so, explosive experts should then pick up pyrotechnic material
while wearing nitrile gloves, and place in a container with water. Clean
up any spilled material using equipment that will not generate static, such
as a horse hair brush, for clean-up operation. Dispose collected material in
accordance with governmental regulations.

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Pyrotechnic Automotive
Safety Devices

REVISION DATE:

April 2018

HANDLING AND STORAGE
General Requirements:
The handling and use of safety devices should only be performed by trained individuals. Following the
activation of a safety device, it must be verified that all stages of multi-stage devices have been deactivated and
depressurized.
7.1 Handling:

7.2 Storage:

7.3 Specific Applications:

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Do not connect to an inappropriate electrical power source. Only approved
connections to the on-board electronics in the vehicle or suitable testing
devices with a measured current of a max of 0.01 A are permitted.
After sustaining a mechanical impact, safety devices must be inspected for
damage, and managed for disposal if the device’s housing is damaged.
Do not attempt to modify, repair or open devices.
Do not remove electrical shunt clips or jumper wires installed on, or within
electrical connectors.
The manufacturer’s state of construction on delivery may not be changed or
modified.
Keep away from ignition sources and protect against heat and sparks.
Take precautionary measures to prevent electrostatic charging of devices, or
static discharges to devices.
Avoid use of sources of electromagnetic radiation (e.g. radiotelephones,
walkie-talkies, or mobile telephones) in the proximity (approx. 2 m) of
damaged devices.
When handling air bag modules, keeps the module facing upward and away
from personnel.
When handling Safety Devices, protect hands and keep the mechanically
movable parts away from body.
Where applicable, observe manufacturer’s installation and dismantling
instructions.
Observe regulations specific to each country for storage.
Store in a dry location in the original packaging.
Protect from sources of heat, electrical sparks or open flames, mechanical
impacts, and electrostatic charging.
Safety Devices shall only be used for their designated purpose as automotive
safety devices.
Safeguard against theft of safety devices.

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Safety Data Sheet

Pyrotechnic Automotive
Safety Devices

REVISION DATE:

April 2018

EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
8.1 Exposure Threshold Limit
Values for Safety Devices: None
8.2 Exposure Threshold Limit Values for Combustion Products After Deployment:
Description

CAS-No

OSHA PEL

ACGIH TLV

Other Limits
Recommended

Carbon Dioxide

124-38-9

5000ppm

5000ppm

-

Carbon Monoxide

630-08-0

50ppm

25ppm

-

Nitrogen Dioxide

10102-44-0

5ppm

3ppm

-

Comments:
ACGIH Particulates (Not Otherwise Classified)
Inhalable fraction:
10 mg/m3
Respirable fraction:
3 mg/m3
8.3 Threshold Limits and Monitoring of Exposure at the Workplace:
When handling non-activated devices:
Respiratory Protection:
Hearing Protection:
Hand Guards:
Eye Protection:
Body Protection:
Protective and Hygiene
Measures:
Threshold limits/monitoring of
the environmental exposition:

Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Safety glasses
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable

When the device is activated (e.g. Testing Purposes):
Respiratory Protection:
Hearing Protection:
Hand Guards:
Eye Protection:
Body Protection:
Protective and Hygiene
Measures:

Appropriate engineering controls must be employed. Respiratory protection
must be worn if the workplace threshold values are exceeded.
When activating devices, wear hearing protection.
No contact with activated, hot objects. Protective gloves made of cotton or
leather when handling following activation and cooling off.
Safety glasses
Not applicable
Do not inhale combustion gas and residue. Avoid contacting skin with
residue. If it occurs, wash off with water.

Threshold limits/monitoring of
the environmental exposition: Not applicable

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Pyrotechnic Automotive
Safety Devices

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PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
9.1 General Information:
Appearance:
Color:
Odor:
Flash Point:
Auto-ignition
Temperature:
Electrical Current
Activation:
Flammability Limit:
LEL:
UEL:
Boiling Point:
Melting Point:
Water Reactive:
pH:
Solubility in Water:
Specific Gravity:
% Volatile by Weight:
Vapor Pressure:

10.

REVISION DATE:

Solid Manufactured Article
No specific color
None
Not applicable
>130°C
>0.15A
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not reactive in water
Not applicable
Not soluble in water
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable

STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
No hazardous reactions are expected if handled and stored properly.
10.1 Stability:
10.2 Reactivity:

Stable under normal ambient conditions of temperature and pressure.
No reactivity issues
Normal activation of the object begins at 130°C and through electrical current
beginning at 0.15 A.
10.3 Conditions to be Avoided: See Section 7.
10.4 Incompatibility-Materials
to be Avoided:
Avoid contact with corrosive media such as acids, bases, oils or solvents.
10.5 Hazardous Decomposition
Products:
When safety devices are activated, carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, oxides
of nitrogen and particulate may result

11.

TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
When used correctly, no toxicological hazards are anticipated.

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Safety Data Sheet

Pyrotechnic Automotive
Safety Devices

REVISION DATE:

April 2018

ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
When used correctly, no environmental damage is expected. The pyrotechnical ingredients contained in the
device are hermetically sealed and cannot be released under normal conditions of use.
The pyrotechnical objects for vehicles can contain perchlorate as ingredients. Special handling requirements may
apply when in the state of California due to Perchlorate Material sealed within the safety device. Refer to the
following link for State specific precautions:
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate

13.

DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION
Un-activated or partially activated devices may be considered hazardous waste for the purposes of disposal or
recycling. Safety Devices which have not been activated or only partially activated must only be disposed of by
companies properly licensed to complete such work in accordance with local regulations. Contact your State or
Federal Environmental Regulatory agency to determine the handling requirement within your area. Any safety
devices damaged by fire, heat or an accident should be managed as non-activated objects. Fully activated devices
and components may be recycled.

14.

TRANSPORT INFORMATION
According to DOT (Road/Rail),
IMDG (Sea) and OCAO/IATA
(Air Freight):
Classification is dependent on the type of object, the packaging and, if
applicable, the existing assignment by the responsible authority. This
material is hazardous as defined by 49 CFR 172.101, 173.56, and 173.166
by the U.S. Department of Transportation and the United Nations Model
Regulations. Transport only in approved shipping containers according to
federal, state, and local regulations.
This SIS is not intended to have all required shipping information.
Classification: UN 3268, Safety Devices, Class 9
Other Relevant Information:
Safety Devices may only be transported within or through the United States
of America with an approval from the Department of Transportation or
a person or agency who is authorized by the Associate Administrator to
perform examination and testing of explosives under §173.56. For further
information contact Joyson Safety Systems for the proper USDOT competent
authority approvals.

15.

REGULATORY INFORMATION
TSCA Status:
OSHA Status:
TSCA Chemical Inventory:

In compliance with 49 CFR Part 710, all components of this product are
listed on the US-TSCA Chemical Inventory or otherwise exempt from the
inventory reporting rules.
This product is not subject to OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard 29
CFR 1910.1200 as a manufactured article.
The components of this product are listed on the Toxic Substance Control Act
Inventory

CERCLA Reportable Quantity,
40 CFR 302:
No

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32219777

Safety Data Sheet
PRODUCT NAME:

Pyrotechnic Automotive
Safety Devices

EPCRA Section 302, Extremely
Hazardous Substances:
EPCRA Section 311/312,
Hazard Category:
EPCRA Section 313, Toxic
Chemicals:
RCRA Information:
EU Classifications:

16.

REVISION DATE:

April 2018

No
No
No
This product could meet the definition of RCRA Reactive Hazardous Waste
(D003) under 40 CFR 261.23. Other regulations may apply. All federal,
provincial, state, and local regulations should be reviewed prior to disposal.
F, Xn

OTHER INFORMATION
*ACGIH Guide to Protective Clothing, Cincinnati, OH: American Conference of Government Industrial
Hygienists, 1987.
*ANSI Z88.2. Recommended Practice for Respiratory Protection. American National Standards Institute, New
York, NY.
*Code of Federal Regulations, Titles 21, 29, 40 and 49. Washington, DC: U.S. Government Printing Office.
*Fire Protection Guide on Hazardous Materials, 9th Ed., National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch
Park, Quincy, MA, 1986.
*NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards. Washington, DC: U.S. Government Printing Office, 1990.

The information contained herein only describes the safety requirements of the product and is based on the
present state of our knowledge. It does not represent a legal guarantee of the properties of the product described.
The recipi-ents of our product have sole responsibility for complying with existing laws and regulations.
The safety and product information contained in this safety information sheet is provided as information only
and should be made available to the users, employees and all other persons who handle this product before using
the product. In order to eliminate hazards, the information for the safe handling and storage should be followed.
The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for any bodily injury or property damage, or similar, which results
from the improper use or non-compliance with guidelines of the safety information sheet.

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