SAFETY DATA SHEET 274-EU, REV A Effective Date: March 2, 2005

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1 Blue Ink (n Fluorescent) for Page: 1 of 6 SECTION 1 IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING Blue Ink for and DM800/900/1000 Reorder 620-1BI: DM400, DM500, DM550 Series 767-8BI: DM800, DM900, DM1000 Series 793-5BI: DM100i, P700 Series Manufacturer: Pitney Bowes Inc. Address: 1 Elmcroft Road, Stamford, CT For MSDS Copies: (go to Pitney Bowes, Ltd search) The Pinnacles Harlow Essex, CM19 5BD Contact Compliance Engineering Emergency/Chemtrec: rth America MSDS Prepared By: Chemical Review Board +44 (0) International (collect call) SECTION 2 COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS INGREDIENT NAME CAS NO./EINECS NO. % EC SUBSTANCE CLASSIFICATION (67/548/EEC) Triethylene glycol / Xi R36/37/38 Diethylene glycol / Xn R22 Proprietary Glycol Proprietary 5-10 Copper phthalocyanine, / Xi R36 sulfamoyl sulfo derivs, sodium salts Water / SECTION 3 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Emergency Overview: Ink cartridge containing a blue liquid with a slight odor. May cause eye irritation. May cause mild skin irritation. Swallowing may cause gastrointestinal irritation. EU Preparation Classification t classified as dangerous. (1999/45/EC): SECTION 4 FIRST AID MEASURES Eyes: Immediately flush with plenty of cool water, holding eyelids open to assure thorough rinsing. Get medical attention if irritation persists. Skin: Wash with soap and water. Ingestion: If swallowed, dilute with water. DO NOT induce vomiting. Never give fluids or induce vomiting if the victim is unconscious or having convulsions. Get medical attention.

2 Blue Ink (n Fluorescent) for Page: 2 of 6 SECTION 4 FIRST AID MEASURES Inhalation: Remove person to fresh air. If irritation or pulmonary symptoms develop, consult a physician. SECTION 5 FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES Extinguishing Media: Water, carbon dioxide, dry chemical or foam. Fire Fighting Instructions: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes. Unusual Fire and Explosion Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions. Hazards: Known or Anticipated Carbon, nitrogen and sulfur oxides. Hazardous s of Combustion: SECTION 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Accidental Release Measures: Wipe up with absorbent material for disposal. Personal Precautions: Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Environmental Precautions: It is recommended to keep away from drains, surface and ground water. Methods for Cleanup: Large Spill: t sold in large quantities. Small Spill: Soak up any small amounts with absorbent material. SECTION 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE Handling: Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Use with adequate ventilation. Wash thoroughly after use. Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Keep out of the reach of children. Other Precautions: Keep away from heat, flame and other ignition sources. SECTION VIII - EXPOSURE CONTROLS & PERSONAL PROTECTION Occupational Exposure Limits: Triethylene Glycol Diethylene Glycol Proprietary Glycol Copper phthalocyanine, sulfamoyl sulfo derivs, sodium salts Water Established DFG MAK 10 ppm TWA UK OEL 23 ppm TWA Denmark OEL 2.5 ppm TWA Sweden OEL 10 ppm TWA, 20 ppm STEL Established ACGIH TLV 1 mg/m2 TWA (as Copper Dusts and Mists) Established Engineering Controls: Ventilation Requirements: Personal Protective Equipment: Eye/Face Protection: required General office ventilation. normally required. If splashing is possible, wear safety glasses.

3 Blue Ink (n Fluorescent) for Page: 3 of 6 SECTION VIII - EXPOSURE CONTROLS & PERSONAL PROTECTION Skin Protection: normally required. For prolonged use, wear rubber gloves to prevent contact. Respiratory Protection: t required Other Protective t required. Clothing or Equipment: SECTION 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Appearance: Blue liquid with a slight odor. Boiling Point: Color: Blue Freezing Point: Melting Point: Octanol/Water Partition Coefficient: Odor: Slight odor Odor Threshold: data Percent Volatile: ph Value: 7-9 ph Concentration: Physical State: Liquid Reactivity in Water: Solubility in Water: Miscible Specific Gravity or Density (Water=1): Vapor Density: Vapor Pressure: Vapor Pressure Temperature: Volatile Organic Compounds: Water/Oil Distribution Coefficient: Weight Per Gallon: Flammable Limits in Air (% by Volume): t determined Flash Point: (Estimated) Autoignition Temperature: SECTION 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Stability: Stable Conditions to Avoid: known. Incompatibility With Other Acid, basses, oxidizing materials and reducing agents. Materials: Hazardous Decomposition Carbon, nitrogen and sulfur oxides. s: Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.

4 Blue Ink (n Fluorescent) for Page: 4 of 6 SECTION 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Conditions to Avoid: SECTION 11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Relevant Routes of Exposure: Eye, skin, inhalation, ingestion Signs and Symptoms of Acute May cause eye irritation. Swallowing large amounts Overexposure: may cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Signs and Symptoms of Overexposure to diethylene glycol may cause adverse Chronic Overexposure: effects to the kidneys and liver. Medical Conditions Generally expected Aggravated By Exposure: Potential Health Effects: Eyes: Skin: Ingestion: Inhalation: Carcinogenicity: NTP: IARC: OSHA: ACGIH: OTHER: May cause irritation with redness, tearing and stinging. May cause mild irritation with redness and dryness. Swallowing large amounts may cause abdominal pain, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. adverse effects expected under normal use. High vapor concentrations due to heating may cause coughing, sore throat, headache, dizziness, drowsiness and nausea. Acute Toxicity Data LD50: 12,565 mg/kg LD50: 11,890 mg/kg LD50: 17 g/kg LD50: >20 ml/kg VALUE ANIMAL ROUTES COMPONENTS Rat Rabbit Rat Rabbit Oral Dermal Oral Dermal Diethylene glycol Diethylene glycol Triethylene glycol Triethylene glycol SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Ecological Information: data available SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Disposal Considerations: Dispose in accordance with local, state or provincial and federal or national regulations. SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION U.S. DOT Proper Shipping t regulated Hazard Class:

5 Blue Ink (n Fluorescent) for Page: 5 of 6 SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ID Packing Group: Labels: Special Provisions: Packaging Exceptions: n-bulk Packaging: Bulk Packaging: Air/Rail Limit: Air Cargo Limit: Vessel Stowage: Other Stowage: Reportable Quantity: rth America Emergency Response Guide Number AIR - ICAO OR IATA Proper Shipping t regulated Hazard Class: ID Risk: Packing Group: Hazard Labels: Packing Instructions: Air Passenger/Cargo Limit Per Package: Packing Instruction - Cargo: Air Cargo Limit Per Package: Special Provisions Code: WATER - IMDG Proper Shipping t regulated Hazard Class: ID Packing Group: Risk: Emergency Procedures Code: Medical First Aid Guide Code: SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION EU Labeling: Required Special Provisions under Safety Data Sheet available to professional user on 1999/45/EC Annex V request SECTION 16 - OTHER INFORMATION EU Classes and Risk Phrases for Reference (See Sections 2 and 3): Xi Irritant Xn Harmful R22 Harmful if swallowed. R36 Irritating to eyes. R36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory

6 Blue Ink (n Fluorescent) for Page: 6 of 6 SECTION 16 - OTHER INFORMATION Other Information: system and skin Keep out of reach of children.