Page 1/7 * 1 Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking 1.1 Product identifier EC number: 203-473-3 Index number: 603-027-00-1 Registration number 01-2119456816-28 1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against Application of the substance / the preparation - 1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet Manufacturer/Supplier: Caldic UK Stainsby Close, Holmewood I. E. Chesterfield, Derbyshire S42 5UG, UK Tel. +44 1246 854111 Further information obtainable from: qhse@caldic.be reach@caldic.com 1.4 Emergency telephone number: Info centre of dangerous goods (BIG):+32(0)14.58.45.45 2 Hazards identification 2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 GHS08 health hazard STOT RE 1 H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. GHS07 Acute Tox. 4 H302 Harmful if swallowed. Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC or Directive 1999/45/EC Xn; Harmful R22: Harmful if swallowed. 2.2 Label elements Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 The substance is classified and labelled according to the CLP regulation. Hazard pictograms GHS07, GHS08 Signal word Danger Hazard statements H302 Harmful if swallowed. H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. Precautionary statements P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P270 Do no eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P301+P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. P314 Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. (Contd. on page 2)
Page 2/7 P330 P501 (Contd. of page 1) Rinse mouth. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. 2.3 Other hazards Results of PBT and vpvb assessment PBT: Not applicable. vpvb: Not applicable. 3 Composition/information on ingredients 3.1 Chemical characterization: Substances CAS No. Description ethanediol Identification number(s) EC number: 203-473-3 Index number: 603-027-00-1 4 First aid measures 4.1 Description of first aid measures General information: Immediately remove any clothing soiled by the product. After inhalation: Supply fresh air; consult doctor in case of complaints. After skin contact: Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. If skin irritation continues, consult a doctor. After eye contact: Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor. After swallowing: Rinse out mouth and then drink plenty of water. Do not induce vomiting; call for medical help immediately. Information for doctor: 4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed No further relevant information available. 4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed No further relevant information available. 5 Firefighting measures 5.1 Extinguishing media Suitable extinguishing agents: Water spray Water haze Foam Fire-extinguishing powder Sand CO2 For safety reasons unsuitable extinguishing agents: Water with full jet 5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture Carbon monoxide (CO) 5.3 Advice for firefighters Protective equipment: Wear fully protective suit. Wear self-contained respiratory protective device. (Contd. on page 3)
Page 3/7 Additional information Cool endangered receptacles with water spray. (Contd. of page 2) 6 Accidental release measures 6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures Wear protective clothing. 6.2 Environmental precautions: Do not allow to enter sewers/ surface or ground water. 6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up: Absorb with liquid-binding material (sand, diatomite, acid binders, universal binders, sawdust). Dispose contaminated material as waste according to item 13. 6.4 Reference to other sections See Section 7 for information on safe handling. See Section 8 for information on personal protection equipment. See Section 13 for disposal information. 7 Handling and storage Handling: 7.1 Precautions for safe handling Ensure good ventilation/exhaustion at the workplace. Information about fire - and explosion protection: No special measures required. 7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Storage: Requirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles: No special requirements. Information about storage in one common storage facility: Not required. Further information about storage conditions: None. Maximum storage temperature: 40 C 7.3 Specific end use(s) see 1.2 8 Exposure controls/personal protection Additional information about design of technical facilities: No further data; see item 7. 8.1 Control parameters Ingredients with limit values that require monitoring at the workplace: ethanediol WEL Short-term value: 104** mg/m³, 40** ppm Long-term value: 10* 52** mg/m³, 20** ppm Sk *particulate **vapour Additional information: The lists valid during the making were used as basis. 8.2 Exposure controls Personal protective equipment: General protective and hygienic measures: Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work. Respiratory protection: Use suitable respiratory protective device in case of insufficient ventilation. Filter A/P2 (Contd. on page 4)
Page 4/7 Protection of hands: (Contd. of page 3) Protective gloves Material of gloves Nitrile rubber, NBR Butyl rubber, BR Recommended thickness of the material: 0.5 mm Eye protection: Tightly sealed goggles Body protection: Protective work clothing 9 Physical and chemical properties 9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties General Information Appearance: Form: Fluid Colour: Blue Odour: Sweetish Change in condition Melting point/melting range: Boiling point/boiling range: -13 C 193-204 C Flash point: 116 C Auto-ignition temperature: 417 C Danger of explosion: Product is not explosive. However, formation of explosive air/ vapour mixtures are possible. Explosion limits: Lower: 3.2 Vol % Upper: 15.3 Vol % Vapour pressure at 20 C: <10 Pa Density at 20 C: 1.13 g/cm³ Solubility in / Miscibility with water: Fully miscible. Segregation coefficient (n-octanol/water): -1.36 log POW Viscosity: Dynamic at 20 C: 21 mpas Kinematic at 20 C: 24.8 mm²/s 9.2 Other information No further relevant information available. (Contd. on page 5)
Page 5/7 (Contd. of page 4) 10 Stability and reactivity 10.1 Reactivity 10.2 Chemical stability Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided: No decomposition if used and stored according to specifications. 10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions Reacts with oxidizing agents. 10.4 Conditions to avoid No further relevant information available. 10.5 Incompatible materials: No further relevant information available. 10.6 Hazardous decomposition products: Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide 11 Toxicological information 11.1 Information on toxicological effects Acute toxicity: LD/LC50 values relevant for classification: Oral LD50 6000-13000 mg/kg (rat) Dermal LD50 >22270 mg/kg (rabbit) Inhalative LC50 3.96 mg/l (rat) Primary irritant effect: on the skin: No irritant effect. on the eye: No irritating effect. Sensitization: No sensitizing effects known. 12 Ecological information 12.1 Toxicity Acquatic toxicity: EC 50 (24u) 46300-61100 mg/l (daphnia magna) EC 50 (96u) 9600-1300 mg/l (algae) LC 50 (96 u) 46300-61100 mg/l (fish) 12.2 Persistence and degradability No further relevant information available. Degree of elimination: OECD 301B >60 % (/) Other information: The product is easily biodegradable. Behaviour in environmental systems: 12.3 Bioaccumulative potential Not worth-mentioning accumulating in organisms 12.4 Mobility in soil No further relevant information available. Additional ecological information: General notes: Water hazard class 1 (German Regulation) (Assessment by list): slightly hazardous for water Do not allow product to reach ground water, water course or sewage system. 12.5 Results of PBT and vpvb assessment PBT: Not applicable. vpvb: Not applicable. 12.6 Other adverse effects No further relevant information available. (Contd. on page 6)
Page 6/7 (Contd. of page 5) 13 Disposal considerations 13.1 Waste treatment methods Recommendation Must not be disposed together with household garbage. Do not allow product to reach sewage system. Uncleaned packaging: Recommendation: Disposal must be made according to official regulations. Recommended cleansing agents: Water, if necessary together with cleansing agents. 14 Transport information 14.1 UN-Number ADR, ADN, IMDG, IATA Void 14.2 UN proper shipping name ADR, ADN, IMDG, IATA Void 14.3 Transport hazard class(es) ADR, ADN, IMDG, IATA Class Void 14.4 Packing group ADR, IMDG, IATA Void 14.6 Special precautions for user Not applicable. 14.7 Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL73/78 and the IBC Code UN "Model Regulation": - Not applicable. 15 Regulatory information 15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture National regulations: Technical instructions (air): Class Share in % III 100.0 Waterhazard class: Water hazard class 1 (Assessment by list): slightly hazardous for water. 15.2 Chemical safety assessment: A Chemical Safety Assessment has not been carried out. 16 Other information " The information provided in these documents is based on our present state of knowledge of the product and is given in good faith and to the best of our experience. However, it should not be construed as a technical specification or as guaranteering specific properties. In no event we will be responsible for damages or effects of any nature whatsoever, either express or implied, resulting from the use of this information. It is the own responsibility of the consignee and the user of the product to comply with all prevailing and applicable laws, regulations and directives. They should also make their own determination as to the suitability of the product for a particular use or application." (Contd. on page 7)
Page 7/7 (Contd. of page 6) Abbreviations and acronyms: ADR: Accord européen sur le transport des marchandises dangereuses par Route (European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road) RID: Règlement international concernant le transport des marchandises dangereuses par chemin de fer (Regulations Concerning the International Transport of Dangerous Goods by Rail) IMDG: International Maritime Code for Dangerous Goods IATA: International Air Transport Association ICAO: International Civil Aviation Organization GHS: Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals EINECS: European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances CAS: Chemical Abstracts Service (division of the American Chemical Society) LC50: Lethal concentration, 50 percent LD50: Lethal dose, 50 percent * Data compared to the previous version altered.