1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING

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1 1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING 1.1 Product Identifier Product Name: 40B, 10A40B, 10B40B, 10B40BX, 10C40B, 10C40BX, Product Number: Relevant Identified Uses of the Substance or Mixture and Uses Advised Against Industrial manufacturing. 1.3 Details of the Supplier of the Safety Data Sheet Manufacturer: Grain Processing Corporation P.O. Box Oregon Street Muscatine, Iowa USA Telephone: SDS Date of Preparation: Emergency Telephone Number: (Grain Processing) CHEMTREC ( International Calls 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION 2.1 Classification of the Substance or Mixture EU CLP Classification (EC) No 1272/2008): Flammable Liquid Category 2. EU Classification (67/548/EEC): F - Highly flammable ; R11 See Section 16 for further information on EU Classification. 2.2 CLP/GHS Label Elements DANGER 1

2 H225. Highly flammable liquid and vapor. P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. P233 Keep container tightly closed. P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical and ventilating equipment. P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. P403 Store in a well-ventilated place. 2.3 Other Hazards: None expected. 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Chemical Name CAS-No./ EINECS- No % EU Classification (67/548/EEC):/EU CLP Classification (EC) No 1272/2008): Ethanol / % F, R11 Flamm.Liq 2;H225 tert-butyl alcohol / % F, Xi, Xn R11, R20, R36/37 Flamm.Liq 2;H225 Acute Tox.4;H332 Eye Irrit. 2;H319 STOT SE 3;H335 Denatonium benzoate (Bitrex) / % Xn, R22 Acute Tox.4;H302 See Section 16 for further information on EU and CLP Classification. 4. FIRST AID MEASURES 4.1 Description of First Aid Measures Inhalation: Move to fresh air. Seek medical advice if coughing, shortness of breath or other respiratory problems occur. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, have qualified person administer oxygen. Obtain immediate medical attention. Skin contact: Wash off with plenty of water. Remove all contaminated clothing. Wash contaminated clothing before re-use. Obtain medical attention if irritation persists. Eye contact: Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention. 2

3 Ingestion: Call a physician or Poison Control Centre immediately. 4.2 Most Important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed: May cause eye, skin and respiratory irritation. May cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness, drowsiness and other symptoms of central nervous system depression. 4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed: Dizziness, drowsiness, unconsciousness, difficulty breathing. 5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES 5.1 Extinguishing Media Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, alcohol-resistant foam or water fog. Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: None currently known. 5.2 Special Hazards Arising from the Substance or Mixture Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Flammable liquid and vapour. Vapours are heavier than air and may flow along surfaces to remote ignition sources and flash back. Vapours may form explosive mixture with air. Alcohol flames may be difficult to see because they are virtually colorless. Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide. 5.3 Advice For Firefighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective suit. Water may be used to keep exposed containers cool. 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES 6.1 Personal Precautions, Protective Equipment and Emergency Procedures: Remove all sources of ignition. Ventilate the area. Wear appropriate protective clothing and equipment. See Section 8 for specific information. 6.2 Environmental Precautions: Prevent release to the environment. Comply with all local and national regulations. 6.3 Methods and Material for Containment and Cleaning Up: Contain and collect with inert absorbent material and place in a suitable container for disposal. 6.4 Reference to Other Sections: Refer to Section 13 for disposal advice. 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE 7.1 Precautions for Safe Handling: Keep away from heat and sources of ignition. When using do not smoke. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Avoid breathing vapours or mists. 7.2 Conditions for Safe Storage, Including any Incompatibilities: Store in a cool, dry, well ventilated area. Store away from oxidizers. 7.3 Specific end use(s): None currently known. 3

4 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION 8.1 Control Parameters: Chemical Name Ethanol tert-butyl alcohol Denatonium benzoate (Bitrex) Exposure limit(s) Austria: 1000 ppm TWA, 2000 ppm peak Belgium: 1000 ppm TWA Denmark: 1000 ppm TWA, 1596 ppm STEL Finland: 1000 ppm 8 h, 1300 ppm 15 min. France: 1000 ppm VME, 5000 ppm VLE Germany: 500 ppm 8 hr, 1000 ppm 15 min. Italy: None Established Netherlands: 260 mg/m3 TWA; 1900 mg/m3 STEL Spain: 1000 ppm 8 hr, 4000 ppm 15 min. Sweden: 500 ppm TWA, 1000 ppm 15 min. United Kingdom: 1000 ppm 8 hr TWA Austria: 20 ppm TWA, 80 ppm STEL Belgium: 100 ppm TWA Denmark 50 ppm TWA, 50 ppm STEL Finland: None Established France: 100 ppm VME Germany: 20 ppm 8 hr Italy: None Established Netherlands: None Established Spain: 1000 ppm 8 hr, 4000 ppm 15 min. Sweden: 50 ppm TWA, 75 ppm 15 min. United Kingdom: None Established None established 8.2 Exposure Controls: Ventilation: Ensure adequate ventilation to maintain airborne concentrations below applicable occupational exposure limits. Use explosion-proof equipment where required. Respiratory Protection: If the exposure limit is exceeded or for symptoms of overexposure, wear an appropriate NIOSH (or local authority) approved respirator. Hand Protection: Impervious gloves recommended if needed to avoid prolonged skin contact. Skin Protection: Wear protective clothing as needed to avoid contact and prevent contamination of personal clothing. An eye wash and suitable washing facilities should be available in the work area. Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles recommended. 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES 9.1 Information on basic Physical and Chemical Properties 4

5 Appearance and Odour Boiling point/range Melting point/range Specific Gravity (water=1) Vapor pressure Vapor density (air=1) 1.6 Solubility ph Clear, colorless liquid.alcohol odour. 78.3ºC Partition coefficient (n-octanol/water): 0.31 Evaporation Rate (Butyl acetate=1) Not available 15,6ºC 45 mmhg@20ºc Complete Percent Volatile by Volume (%) 100% Volatile Organic Carbon Compounds (VOC) (g/l) Not applicable Not available 100% Flashpoint: 13ºC Flammable Limits in Air % by Volume: LEL (Lower): 2.0% UEL (Upper): 19% 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY 10.1 Reactivity: Not reactive Chemical Stability: Stable at ambient temperature and pressure Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: None currently known Conditions to Avoid: Avoid sparks, flame and excessive heat Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide. 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION 11.1 Information on Toxicological Effects: Potential Health Effects: Inhalation: Excessive inhalation may cause respiratory irritation, coughing, shortness of breath, nausea, dizziness, loss of coordination, drowsiness, loss of consciousness and other symptoms of central nervous system depression. Skin contact: May cause mild irritation. Not expected to be absorbed through the skin. Eye contact: Contact with eyes may cause irritation. 5

6 Ingestion: May cause mucous membrane and gastrointestinal irritation and other adverse effects. May cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness, drowsiness and other symptoms of central nervous system depression. Chronic toxicity: Prolonged overexposure may cause liver damage. Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: May possibly aggravate dermatitis, psoriasis and other skin conditions. Acute Toxicity Values: Ethanol: LD50 oral rat: 7060 mg/kg; Inhalation LC50 (rat, 10 hr): 20,000 ppm; Eye irritation, Draize Test (rabbit): Severe (500 mg/24 hr) tert-butyl alcohol: LD50 oral rat 2743 mg/kg; LC50 inhalation rat >10,000 ppm/4 hr; LD50 dermal rabbit >2000 mg/kg Denatonium benzoate: LD50 oral rat 584 mg/kg Irritation: Not irritating on rabbit skin. Irritating in rabbit eyes. Corrosivity: Not corrosive. Sensitisation: Negative in maximisation test with guinea pigs and mouse ear swelling test. Repeat Dose Toxicity: No adverse effects were observed in a 90 day inhalation study with rats at an exposure of 86 mg/m3. Liver damage was observed in an 85 day study with rats at a dose of 80 ml/kg/day. Mutagenicity: Negative in Ames test, in-vivo rat cytogenetic assay. Positive in a sister chromatid and exchange CHO cells, human lymphocytes cytogenetic assay, in-vivo mouse cytogenetic assay and rat dominant lethal assay. Carcinogenicity Data: None of the components of this product is listed as a carcinogen by IARC, NTP, US OSHA or the European Directive (67/548/EEC). Reproductive Toxicity: Ethanol has been found to cause adverse reproductive effects in laboratory animals. Ethanol is known to cause fetal alcohol syndrome when orally ingested by pregnant humans. 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION 12.1 Aquatic Toxicity: Ethanol: 96 hr LC50 fathead minnow 4,200 mg/l, 48 hr EC50 daphnia 12.2 Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable 84% after 20 days 12.3 Bioaccumulative Potential: An estimated BCF of 3 was calculated for ethanol, using a log Kow of and a regression-derived equation. According to a classification scheme, this BCF suggests the potential for bioconcentration in aquatic organisms is low Mobility in Soil: Expected to be highly mobile in soil Results of PBT and vpvb Assessment: None required. 6

7 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS 13.1 Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with all local and national regulations. Empty containers retain product residues and may be hazardous. Do not flame cut, drill, weld, etc. on or near empty containers. 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION IATA Shipping Description (Air): Ethanol Solution, 3, UN1170, II IMDG Shipping Description (Vessel): Ethanol Solution, 3, UN1170, II ADR Shipping Description: Ethanol Solution, 3, UN1170, II This product does not contain marine pollutants. Special Precautions for User: Keep away from heat and sources of ignition. Transport in Bulk According to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code: Not available 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION 15.1 Safety, Health and Environment Regulations/Legislation Specific for the Substance or Mixture: WGK Nr: 1 EU EINECS Status: All of the components of this product are listed on the EINECS Inventory or exempted from notification. 16. OTHER INFORMATION EU Classes and Risk Phrases for Reference (See Sections 2 and 3): F - Highly flammable Xi - Irritant Xn - Harmful R11 - Highly flammable. R20 - Harmful by inhalation. R22 - Harmful if swallowed. R36/37 - Irritating to eyes and respiratory system. CLP Classification and Hazard Statements for Reference (See Section 3): Flamm.Liq 2;H225 Flammable Liquid Category 2. H225. Highly flammable liquid and vapor. Acute Tox.4;H332 Acute Toxicity Category 4 H332 Harmful if inhaled. Acute Tox.4;H302 Acute Toxicity Category 4 H302 Harmful if swallowed. Eye Irrit. 2;H319 Eye Damage/Irritation Category 2 H319. Causes serious eye irritation. 7

8 STOT SE 3;H335 Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Single Exposure Category 3 H335 May cause respiratory irritation. The information is true and correct to the best of our knowledge; however, no warranty, expressed or implied, is made. Nothing should be interpreted as a recommendation to infringe on existing patents or violate any regulations. Final determination of the suitability of the material is the sole responsibility of the user. 8