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EC No. 267-009-1
Label In Accordance With (EC) No. 1272/2008
No pictogram required.
Precautionary Statements
P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P262 Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P403+233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
2.3. Other hazards
Inhalation
General first aid, rest, warmth and fresh air. For breathing difficulties oxygen may be necessary. If respiratory problems, artificial
respiration/oxygen. Get medical attention.
Ingestion
NEVER MAKE AN UNCONSCIOUS PERSON VOMIT OR DRINK FLUIDS! Rinse nose, mouth and throat with water. Get medical
attention.
Skin contact
Remove contaminated clothing immediately and wash skin with soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation persists after washing.
Eye contact
Immediately flush with plenty of water for up to 15 minutes. Remove any contact lenses and open eyes wide apart. Continue to rinse for at
least 15 minutes and get medical attention.
4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Inhalation.
May cause irritation to the respiratory system.
Ingestion
May cause discomfort if swallowed.
Skin contact
May cause skin irritation.
Eye contact
May cause eye irritation.
4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Extinguishing media
Extinguish with foam, carbon dioxide, dry powder or water fog.
Unsuitable extinguishing media
Do not use water jet as an extinguisher, as this will spread the fire.
5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Collect and dispose of spillage as indicated in section 13. Do not discharge into drains, water courses or onto the ground.
6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Extinguish all ignition sources. Avoid sparks, flames, heat and smoking. Ventilate. Remove spillage with vacuum cleaner. If not possible,
collect spillage with shovel, broom or the like. Avoid dust formation. Collect spillage in containers, seal securely and deliver for disposal
according to local regulations. Wash thoroughly after dealing with a spillage.
6.4. Reference to other sections
For personal protection, see section 8. For waste disposal, see section 13.
Avoid inhalation of vapours/spray and contact with skin and eyes. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using the product. Observe good
chemical hygiene practices. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure and wash thorougly after handling.
7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Store in tightly closed original container in a dry and cool place. Take precautionary measures against static discharges. Protect from light,
including direct sunrays. Keep away from heat, sparks and open flame.
Storage Class
Chemical storage.
7.3. Specific end use(s)
The identified uses for this product are detailed in Section 1.2.
Protective equipment
Process conditions
Use engineering controls to reduce air contamination to permissible exposure level.
Engineering measures
Provide adequate general and local exhaust ventilation.
Respiratory equipment
If ventilation is insufficient, suitable respiratory protection must be provided.
Hand protection
Protective gloves are recommended.
Eye protection
Use approved safety goggles or face shield.
Other Protection
Wear appropriate clothing to prevent any possibility of skin contact.
Hygiene measures
Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Provide shower facilities near the work place. Have eye wash bottle or eye rinse ready at work
place. No specific hygiene procedures noted, but good personal hygiene practices are always advisable, especially when working with
chemicals.
Skin protection
Wear apron or protective clothing in case of contact.
Appearance Pastilles
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Colour White.
Odour Characteristic.
Solubility Insoluble in water Soluble in: Ethanol.
Initial boiling point and boiling range 305 - 355 Deg C
Melting point (°C) 47 - 51
Relative density 0.805 - 0.815 gm/cc @ 60 deg C
Vapour density (air=1)
Not available.
Vapour pressure 0.1 mm @ 22 Deg C
Evaporation rate
Not available.
pH-Value, Conc. Solution
Not applicable.
Viscosity
Not available.
Decomposition temperature (°C)
Not available.
Flash point ca. 160 Deg C
Auto Ignition Temperature (°C)
Not available.
Partition Coefficient
(N-Octanol/Water)
Not available.
9.2. Other information
10.1. Reactivity
Not available.
Hazardous Polymerisation
Will not polymerise.
10.4. Conditions to avoid
Avoid exposure to high temperatures or direct sunlight. Avoid heat, flames and other sources of ignition. Avoid dust close to ignition
sources.
10.5. Incompatible materials
Materials To Avoid
Strong oxidising substances. Strong acids.
10.6. Hazardous decomposition products
Thermal decomposition or combustion may liberate carbon oxides and other toxic gases or vapours.
Acute toxicity:
Acute Toxicity (Oral LD50)
5000 mg/kg Rat
Acute Toxicity (Dermal LD50)
Not available.
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Acute Toxicity (Inhalation LC50)
Not available.
Carcinogenicity:
Carcinogenicity
Not available.
Reproductive Toxicity:
Reproductive Toxicity - Fertility
Not available.
Inhalation
May cause irritation to the respiratory system.
Ingestion
May cause discomfort if swallowed.
Skin contact
May cause skin irritation
Eye contact
May cause irritation to eyes.
12.1. Toxicity
Degradability
The product is easily biodegradable.
12.3. Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulative potential
The product does not contain any substances expected to be bioaccumulating.
Partition coefficient
Not available.
12.4. Mobility in soil
Mobility:
The product is insoluble in water and will spread on the water surface.
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12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
None known.
General The product is not covered by international regulation on the transport of dangerous goods (IMDG, IATA,
ADR/RID).
14.1. UN number
14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL73/78 and the IBC Code
15.1. Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
EU Legislation
Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 December 2008 on classification, labelling and
packaging of substances and mixtures, amending and repealing Directives 67/548/EEC and 1999/45/EC, and amending Regulation (EC)
No 1907/2006 with amendments. Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 18 December 2006
concerning the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH), establishing a European Chemicals
Agency, amending Directive 1999/45/EC and repealing Council Regulation (EEC) No 793/93 and Commission Regulation (EC) No 1488/94
as well as Council Directive 76/769/EEC and Commission Directives 91/155/EEC, 93/67/EEC, 93/105/EC and 2000/21/EC, including
amendments.
15.2. Chemical Safety Assessment
Revision Comments
This is first issue.
Revision Date 15/01/2013
Revision 1
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Risk Phrases In Full
NC Not classified.
Hazard Statements In Full
Disclaimer
This information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in
any process. Such information is, to the best of the company's knowledge and belief, accurate and reliable as of the date indicated. However, no
warranty guarantee or representation is made to its accuracy, reliability or completeness. It is the user's responsibility to satisfy himself as to the
suitability of such information for his own particular use.