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1 1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING Identification of the substance/preparation Manufacturer/Importer/Distribu tor Address Technical Information : : Air Products Chemicals Europe B.V. Kanaalweg 15, P.O. Box 3193 NL-3502 GD Utrecht The Netherlands Tel No. +31(0) : prodinfo@airproducts.com Telephone : +31(0) Emergency telephone number (24h) : +44 (0) HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Classification Xi Irritant R38 Irritating to skin. R43 May cause sensitization by skin contact. Emergency Overview Mild eye irritant. Moderate skin irritant. May cause sensitization by skin contact. Potential Health Effects Eye contact Skin contact Chronic Health Hazard Aggravated Medical Condition Target Organs : Contact with eyes may cause irritation. : Causes skin irritation. : This product contains no listed carcinogens accor ding to Directive 67/548/EEC, IARC, ACGIH and/or NTP in concentrations of 0.1 percent or greater. May cause allergic skin reaction. : Skin disorders and Allergies. : Skin. 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Substance/Preparation Components : Substance EINECS / ELINCS Number CAS Number Concentration Classification 1/6

2 Oxirane, mono[(c alkyloxy)methyl] derivs. (Weight) % Xi R38 ; R43 Refer to section 16 for full text of each relevant R-phrase. CHEMICAL FAMILY: Glycidyl Ether. 4. FIRST AID MEASURES General advice : Seek medical advice. If breathing has stopped or is labored, give assisted respirations. Supplemental oxygen may be indicated. If the heart has stopped, trained personnel should begin cardiopulmonary resuscitation immediately. Eye contact : Rinse immediately with plenty of water also under the eyelids for at least 20 minutes. Remove contact lenses. Skin contact Ingestion Inhalation : Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 20 minutes. Immediately remove contaminated clothing, and any extraneous chemical, if possible to do so without delay. Take off contaminated clothing and shoes immediately. NOTE TO PHYSICIANS: Application of corticosteroi d cream has been effective in treating skin irritation. : Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Prevent aspiration of vomit. Turn victim's head to the side. : Move to fresh air. 5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES Suitable extinguishing media Specific hazards Special protective equipment for fire-fighters : Alcohol-resistant foam. Carbon dioxide (CO2). Dry chemical. Dry sand. Limestone powder. : Incomplete combustion may form carbon monoxide. Burning produces noxious and toxic fumes. Downwind personnel must be evacuated. : Use personal protective equipment. Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary. 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Personal precautions Environmental precautions Methods for cleaning up Additional advice : Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. Use selfcontained breathing apparatus and chemically protective clothing. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. : Construct a dike to prevent spreading. : Contact Air Products' Emergency Response Center for advice. Approach suspected leak areas with caution. Place in appropriate chemical waste container. : If possible, stop flow of product. 2/6

3 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE Handling Emergency showers and eye wash stations should be readily accessible. Adhere to work practice rules established by government regulations. Avoid contact with eyes. Use personal protective equipment. When using, do not eat, drink or smoke. Storage Product may partially freeze with extended exposure to cold temperatures, resulting in crystallization, haziness or separation. If this occurs, product should be warmed to F (38-60C) for one hour and stirred until clear. Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION Engineering measures Provide readily accessible eye wash stations and safety showers. Provide natural or explosion-proof ventilation adequate to ensure concentrations are kept below exposure limits. Personal protective equipment Hand protection : Neoprene gloves. Nitrile rubber. Impervious gloves. The breakthrough time of the selected glove(s) must be greater than the intended use period. Eye protection : Chemical safety glasses. Skin and body protection : Long sleeve shirts and trousers without cuffs. Environmental exposure controls Special instructions for protection and hygiene : Construct a dike to prevent spreading. : Provide readily accessible eye wash stations and safety showers. Wash at the end of each workshift and before eating, smoking or using the toilet. 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Form Color Odor : Liquid. : Colorless. : Irritating. Relative density : 0.89 (water = 1) Vapor pressure : < 0.10 mmhg at 21 C Density : 0.89 g/cm3 ( lb/ft3) at 21 C ( 70 F) 3/6

4 ph : 7 Boiling point/range : 218 C ( 424 F) Flash point : 150 C 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Stability Materials to avoid Hazardous decomposition products : Stable under normal conditions. : Oxidizing agents. : Carbon monoxide. Carbon dioxide (CO2). 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Acute Health Hazard Ingestion : LD50 : 19,200 mg/kg Species : Rat. Inhalation Skin. : No data is available on the product itself. : LD50 : > 4,500 mg/kg Species : Rabbit. Eye irritation/corrosion Acute dermal irritation/corrosion : Mild eye irritation. : Moderate skin irritation. Sensitization : May cause sensitization by skin contact. Chronic Health Hazard Subchronic exposure to rabbits, skin, 20 days, 2 ml of 5% solution/kg/day showed no histologic evidence of toxicity (EPA Doc. 1982). 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Ecotoxicity effects Aquatic toxicity Toxicity to other organisms : EC0 : 10 mg/l Species : Daphnia magna. : No data available. Persistence and degradability Biodegradability : Not readily biodegradable. Mobility Bioaccumulation : No data available. : No data is available on the product itself. 4/6

5 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Waste from residues / unused products Contaminated packaging : Contact supplier if guidance is required. : Dispose of container and unused contents in accordance with federal, state, and local requirements. 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION ADR IATA IMDG RID Further Information The transportation information is not intended to convey all specific regulatory data relating to this material. For complete transportation information, contact an Air Products customer service representative. 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION Labelling according to EEC Directive Hazard symbol : Xi Irritant R-phrase(s) S-phrase(s) : R38 Irritating to skin. R43 May cause sensitization by skin contact. : S24 Avoid contact with the skin. S37 Wear suitable gloves. Country Regulatory list Notification USA TSCA Included on Inventory. EU EINECS Included on EINECS inventory or polymer substance, monomers included on EINECS inventory or no longer polymer. Canada DSL Included on Inventory. Australia AICS Included on Inventory. Japan ENCS Included on Inventory. South Korea ECL Included on Inventory. China SEPA Included on Inventory. Philippines PICCS Included on Inventory. 5/6

6 WGK Identification Number: : 2 - water endangering 16. OTHER INFORMATION Ensure all national/local regulations are observed. R-phrase(s) - Components R38 Irritating to skin. R43 May cause sensitization by skin contact. Prepared by : Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. Global EH&S Product Safety Department For additional information, please visit our Product Stewardship web site at This Safety Data Sheet has been established in accordance with the applicable European Directives and applies to all countries that have translated the Directives in their national laws. Details given in this document are believed to be correct at the time of going to press. Whilst proper care has been taken in the preparation of this document, no liability for injury or damage resulting from its use can be accepted. 6/6