1/7 1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING Container size: 500 ml, 1 l Application: Supplier: Cat. No. 40200069, 40200067 Emergency telephone: +45 44 600 800 (Only during office For embedding of specimens hours) Struers A/S Pederstrupvej 84 DK-2750 Ballerup Tel:+45 44 600 800 Responsible for safety data sheet authoring. Any questions to the contents of this safety data sheet should be sent to: SDS_info@dhigroup.com 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION The product is classified: R10 Xn;R20/21/22 Xi;R36/37/38 R33 R43 N;R50/53 Physical and Chemical Hazards: Human health: Environment: The product is flammable. Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Irritating to respiratory system and skin. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. Danger of cumulative effects. May cause allergic skin disorders in sensitive individuals. Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS The product contains: resin, organic solvents and additives. 67/548/EEC %: CAS-No.: EC No.: Chemical name: Hazard classification: Notes: 60-100 97-86-9 202-613-0 Isobutyl methacrylate R10 R43 Xi;R36/37/38 N;R50 D 10-30 3290-92-4 221-950-4 1,1,1-Trimethylolpropantrimethacrylate N;R51-53 1-5 99-97-8 202-805-4 N,N-Dimethyl-p-toluidine T;R23/24/25 R33 R52-53 C
2/7 4. FIRST-AID MEASURES Burns: Flush with water immediately. While flushing, remove clothes which do not adhere to affected area. Call an ambulance. Continue flushing during transport to hospital. Inhalation: Skin contact: Eye contact: Ingestion: Move injured person into fresh air and keep person calm under observation. If uncomfortable: Seek hospital and bring these instructions. Remove contaminated clothing immediately and wash skin with soap and water. In case of eczema or other skin disorders: Seek medical attention and bring these instructions. Immediately flush with plenty of water for up to 15 minutes. Remove any contact lenses and open eyelids widely. If irritation persists: Continue flushing during transport to hospital. Bring these instructions. Immediately rinse mouth and drink plenty of water. Keep person under observation. If person becomes uncomfortable seek hospital and bring these instructions. Do not induce vomiting. 5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES Extinguishing media: Specific hazards: Protective measures in fire: Extinguish with foam, carbon dioxide, dry powder or water fog. Cool containers exposed to heat with water spray and remove container, if no risk is involved. When heated and in case of fire, toxic vapours/gases may be formed. Use air-supplied respirator during fire fighting. 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Personal precautions: Environmental precautions: Methods for cleaning up: Do not smoke, use open fire or other sources of ignition. Avoid inhalation of vapours and contact with skin and eyes. For personal protection, see section 8. Do not discharge into drains, water courses or onto the ground. Remove sources of ignition. Dam and absorb spillages with sand, earth or other non-combustible material. For waste disposal, see section 13. 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE Safe handling advice: Technical measures: Technical precautions: Technical measures for safe storage: Storage conditions: Avoid inhalation of vapours and contact with skin and eyes. Observe good chemical hygiene practices. Work practice should minimise contact. Local exhaust is recommended. Follow rules for flammable liquids. Store in tightly closed original container in a well-ventilated place. Avoid contact with oxidising agents.
3/7 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION Engineering measures: Personal protection: Respiratory equipment: Hand protection: Eye protection: Skin protection: Environmental Exposure Controls: Provide adequate ventilation. Minimize the risk of inhalation of vapours. Provide easy access to water supply and eye wash facilities. Personal protection equipment should be chosen according to the CEN standards and in discussion with the supplier of the personal protective equipment In case of inadequate ventilation: Use respiratory equipment with gas filter, type A2. Wear protective gloves. Laminate (PE/EVOH) gloves are recommended. Be aware that the liquid may penetrate the gloves. Frequent change is advisable. The most suitable glove must be chosen in consultation with the gloves supplier, who can inform about the breakthrough time of the glove material. Wear goggles/face shield. Risk of contact: Wear apron or protective clothing in case of splashes. Not available. 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Appearance: Odour: ph: colourless liquid Ester. not available Boiling point: 155 C Flash point: 43 C Explosion limits: Vapour pressure: 2-8 vol% 47 hpa (20 C) Relative density: 0,89 Solubility: Partition coefficient (n-octanol/water): Other data: insoluble in water log Pow = 1,38 VOC (Volatile Organic Substances): 778 g/l (calculated) 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Stability: Conditions/ materials to avoid: Hazardous decomposition products: Stable under normal temperature conditions. Avoid exposure to high temperatures or direct sunlight. Avoid contact with oxidising agents. When heated and in case of fire, toxic vapours/gases may be formed.
4/7 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Inhalation: Skin contact: Eye contact: Ingestion: Specific effects: Harmful by inhalation. Irritating to respiratory system. Vapours have a narcotic effect and may cause headache, fatigue, dizziness and nausea. Harmful in contact with skin. Irritating. Risk of sensitization or allergic reactions among sensitive individuals. Irritating and may cause redness and pain. Harmful if swallowed. Irritating. May be absorbed in the body and cause dizziness, nausea and vomiting. Frequent inhalation of even small concentrations may cause irritability, fatigue and memory failure and eventually permanent damage to the nervous system, including the brain. 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Mobility: Degradability: Ecotoxicity: Bioaccumulative potential: Other adverse effects: The product is insoluble in water. The product is readily biodegradable. Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. No data available on bioaccumulation. None known. 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Dispose of waste and residues in accordance with local authority requirements. Waste is classified as hazardous waste. Waste from residues: EWC-code: 16 05 08
5/7 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION UN-number: 1866 Proper Shipping Name: Sea (IMDG): RESIN SOLUTION, flammable (Isobutyl methacrylate) Additional IMDG information: EmS: F-E, S-E MFAG: 1 Class: 3 PG: Marine pollutant: Inland waterways: III Yes To be handled locally. Air (ICAO/IATA): Class: 3 PG: III Land (RID/ADR): Class: 3 Packing group: III Primary risk label: 3 Subsidiary risk label: - Environmentally Hazardous substance Yes
6/7 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION Labelling: Contains: Isobutyl methacrylate N,N-Dimethyl-p-toluidine R10 R20/21/22 R33 R36/37/38 R43 R50/53 Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. S24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes. S36/37 Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves. S60 S61 Flammable. Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Danger of cumulative effects. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. May cause sensitisation by skin contact. This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste. Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/safety data sheets. As a general rule, persons under 18 years of age are not allowed to work with this product. National regulation: 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. The Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging for Supply) Regulations 2009 (S.I 2009 No. 716). The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (S.I 2002 No. 2677) with amendments. The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 (SI 1999 No. 3242). The List of Wastes (England) (Amendment) Regulations 2005. (SI 2005 No. 895). Harmful Dangerous for the environment
7/7 16. OTHER INFORMATION The user must be instructed in the proper work procedure and be familiar with the contents of these instructions. The following sections contain revisions or new statements: - The (*) indicates the changes made with respect to the previous version. Approved by DHI. Wording of Risk Phrases: R10 R20/21/22 R23/24/25 R33 R36/37/38 R43 Flammable. Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Danger of cumulative effects. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. May cause sensitisation by skin contact. R50/53 Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. R51/53 Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. R52/53 Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. The information on this data sheet represents our current data and is reliable provided that the product is used under the prescribed conditions and in accordance with the application specified on the packaging and/or in the technical guidance literature. Any other use of the product which involves using the product in combination with any other product or any other process is the responsibility of the user. Made by DHI - Centre for Environment and Toxicology, Agern Allé 5, DK-2970 Hørsholm, Denmark. www.dhigroup.com.