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1. Identification
* The “Recommended use” identified for this product is provided solely to comply with a US Federal requirement and is not
part of the seller's published specification. The terms of this Safety Data Sheet (SDS) do not create or infer any warranty,
express or implied, including by incorporation into or reference in the seller's sales agreement.
Company:
BASF CORPORATION
100 Park Avenue
Florham Park, NJ 07932, USA
CHEMTREC: 1-800-424-9300
BASF HOTLINE: 1-800-832-HELP (4357)
2. Hazards Identification
According to Regulation 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard; 29 CFR Part 1910.1200
Label elements
Pictogram:
Signal Word:
Danger
Hazard Statement:
H290 May be corrosive to metals.
H331 Toxic if inhaled.
H301 Toxic if swallowed.
H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if
inhaled.
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
The product does not fulfill the criteria for PBT (Persistent/bioaccumulative/toxic) and vPvB (very
persistent/very bioaccumulative).
According to Regulation 1994 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard; 29 CFR Part 1910.1200
Emergency overview
DANGER:
CORROSIVE TO SKIN.
Causes serious eye damage.
Toxic if swallowed.
Toxic by inhalation.
HARMFUL IF ABSORBED THROUGH SKIN.
CAUSES ASTHMATIC SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS IN HYPER-REACTIVE INDIVIDUALS.
MAY CAUSE ALLERGIC SKIN REACTION.
Use NIOSH approved respirator as needed to mitigate exposure.
Provide local exhaust ventilation to control vapours/mists.
Wear NIOSH-certified chemical goggles.
Wear full face shield if splashing hazard exists.
Eye wash fountains and safety showers must be easily accessible.
Wear chemical resistant protective gloves.
Wear protective clothing.
Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
Avoid inhalation of mists/vapours.
According to Regulation 1994 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard; 29 CFR Part 1910.1200
4. First-Aid Measures
General advice:
Immediately remove contaminated clothing. If danger of loss of consciousness, place patient in
recovery position and transport accordingly. Apply artificial respiration if necessary. First aid
personnel should pay attention to their own safety.
If inhaled:
Remove the affected individual into fresh air and keep the person calm. Assist in breathing if
necessary. Immediate medical attention required.
If on skin:
Wash affected areas with water while removing contaminated clothing. Seek medical attention.
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If in eyes:
In case of contact with the eyes, rinse immediately for at least 15 minutes with plenty of water.
Immediate medical attention required.
If swallowed:
Immediately rinse mouth and then drink 200-300 ml of water, seek medical attention.
Symptoms: The most important known symptoms and effects are described in the labelling (see
section 2) and/or in section 11., Further symptoms are possible
Note to physician
Treatment: Treat according to symptoms (decontamination, vital functions), no
known specific antidote. Pulmonary odema prophylaxis. Medical
monitoring for at least 24 hours.
5. Fire-Fighting Measures
Extinguishing media
Further information:
Dispose of fire debris and contaminated extinguishing water in accordance with official regulations.
Impact Sensitivity:
Impact Weight: 10 kg
Height of Fall: 0.4 m
Method: Explosive properties
Environmental precautions
Do not discharge into drains/surface waters/groundwater.
Further information on storage conditions: Keep container tightly closed and dry; store in a cool
place. Store protected against freezing.
Storage stability:
Storage temperature: <= 25 °C
Storage duration: 12 Months
From the data on storage duration in this safety data sheet no agreed statement regarding the
warrantee of application properties can be deduced.
Hand protection:
Chemical resistant protective gloves
Eye protection:
Tightly fitting safety goggles (chemical goggles). Wear face shield if splashing hazard exists.
Body protection:
Body protection must be chosen depending on activity and possible exposure, e.g. apron, protecting
boots, chemical-protection suit (according to EN 14605 in case of splashes or EN ISO 13982 in case
of dust).
Reactivity
Corrosion to metals:
Corrosive effect on metals.
Oxidizing properties:
Based on its structural properties the product is not classified as oxidizing.
Formation of Remarks: Forms no flammable gases in the
flammable gases: presence of water.
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Chemical stability
Conditions to avoid
Avoid all sources of ignition: heat, sparks, open flame. See MSDS section 7 - Handling and storage.
Avoid extreme temperatures.
Incompatible materials
acids, bases
amines
Decomposition products:
Thermal decomposition products: carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide
Thermal decomposition:
110 °C (DSC (DIN 51007))
Thermal decomposition above the indicated temperature is possible.
Routes of entry for solids and liquids are ingestion and inhalation, but may include eye or skin
contact. Routes of entry for gases include inhalation and eye contact. Skin contact may be a route
of entry for liquefied gases.
Acute Toxicity/Effects
Acute toxicity
Assessment of acute toxicity: Of high toxicity after single ingestion. Of high toxicity after short-term
inhalation. Of low toxicity after short-term skin contact.
Oral
Type of value: LD50
Species: rat (male/female)
Value: approx. 158 mg/kg (OECD Guideline 401)
Inhalation
Type of value: LC50
Species: rat (male/female)
Value: 0.28 - 0.39 mg/l (similar to OECD guideline 403)
Exposure time: 4 h
An aerosol was tested.
Dermal
Type of value: LD50
Species: rat (male/female)
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Value: > 1,000 mg/kg (OECD Guideline 402)
The data on toxicology refer to the active ingredient. The value meets the highest applied test
concentration.
Irritation / corrosion
Assessment of irritating effects: Corrosive! Damages skin and eyes.
Skin
Species: rabbit
Result: Corrosive.
Method: OECD Guideline 404
Eye
Species: rabbit
Result: Risk of serious damage to eyes.
Method: Draize test
Sensitization
Assessment of sensitization: Sensitization after skin contact possible. The substance may cause
sensitization of the respiratory tract.
Species: human
Result: sensitizing
Aspiration Hazard
not applicable
Chronic Toxicity/Effects
Genetic toxicity
Assessment of mutagenicity: The substance was mutagenic in various test systems with bacterias
and cell cultures; however, these results could not be confirmed in tests with mammals.
Carcinogenicity
Assessment of carcinogenicity: In long-term animal studies in which the substance was given in the
drinking water in high concentrations, a carcinogenic effect was not observed. In long-term animal
studies in which the substance was given by inhalation, a carcinogenic effect was not observed.
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Reproductive toxicity
Assessment of reproduction toxicity: The results of animal studies gave no indication of a fertility
impairing effect.
Teratogenicity
Assessment of teratogenicity: No indications of a developmental toxic / teratogenic effect were seen
in animal studies.
Other Information
The data on toxicology refer to the active ingredient.
Symptoms of Exposure
The most important known symptoms and effects are described in the labelling (see section 2)
and/or in section 11., Further symptoms are possible
Toxicity
Aquatic toxicity
Assessment of aquatic toxicity:
Very toxic (acute effect) to aquatic organisms. Depending on local conditions and existing
concentrations, disturbances in the biodegradation process of activated sludge are possible.
The product has not been tested. The data have been deduced from values for a preparation or
mixture with a lower substance concentration.
Toxicity to fish
LC50 (96 h) 39 mg/l, Cyprinodon variegatus (Fish test acute, static)
The details of the toxic effect relate to the nominal concentration.
LC50 (96 h) 9.4 mg/l, Lepomis macrochirus (Fish test acute, static)
The details of the toxic effect relate to the nominal concentration.
Aquatic invertebrates
EC50 (48 h) 5.75 mg/l, Daphnia magna (Daphnia test acute, static)
The details of the toxic effect relate to the nominal concentration.
LC50 (96 h) 5.5 mg/l, Mysidopsis bahia (OPP 72-3 (EPA-Guideline), Flow through.)
The statement of the toxic effect relates to the analytically determined concentration.
Aquatic plants
EC50 (72 h) 0.6 mg/l (growth rate), Desmodesmus subspicatus (OECD Guideline 201, static)
The statement of the toxic effect relates to the analytically determined concentration.
No observed effect concentration (72 h) 0.025 mg/l, Desmodesmus subspicatus (OECD Guideline
201, static)
The statement of the toxic effect relates to the analytically determined concentration.
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EC50 (72 h) 0.92 mg/l (growth rate), Skeletonema costatum (ISO/DIS 10253)
The details of the toxic effect relate to the nominal concentration.
EC20 (19 d) > 450 mg/kg, Vicia sativa (OECD Guideline 208)
Toxicity to microorganisms
OECD Guideline 209 aerobic
activated sludge, domestic/EC20 (30 min): approx. 15 mg/l
The details of the toxic effect relate to the nominal concentration.
Elimination information
90 - 100 % DOC reduction (28 d) (OECD 301 A (new version)) (aerobic, activated sludge, domestic)
Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulation potential
Because of the n-octanol/water distribution coefficient (log Pow) accumulation in organisms is not to
be expected.
Mobility in soil
Additional information
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Sum parameter
Ratio BOD/COD: 63 %
Ratio BOD/COD: 78 %
Ratio BOD/COD: 86 %
Container disposal:
Dispose of in a licensed facility. Recommend crushing, puncturing or other means to prevent
unauthorized use of used containers.
RCRA: D002
Sea transport
IMDG
Hazard class: 8
Packing group: II
ID number: UN 2922
Hazard label: 8, 6.1, EHSM
Marine pollutant: YES
Proper shipping name: CORROSIVE LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S. (contains
GLUTARALDEHYDE)
Air transport
IATA/ICAO
Hazard class: 8
Packing group: II
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ID number: UN 2922
Hazard label: 8, 6.1
Proper shipping name: CORROSIVE LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S. (contains
GLUTARALDEHYDE)
Federal Regulations
Registration status:
Chemical TSCA, US released / listed
State regulations
CA Prop. 65:
WARNING: THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS A CHEMICAL(S) KNOWN TO THE STATE OF
CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM.
Assessment of the hazard classes according to UN GHS criteria (most recent version):
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