Australian Government No. C 08, Tuesday 2 August 2011 Published by the National Industrial Chemicals Notification and Assessment Scheme - NICNAS Gazette CHEMICAL © Commonwealth of Australia 2011 ISBN 1035-9877 This work is copyright. Apart from any use as permitted under the Copyright Act 1968, no part may be reproduced by any process without prior written permission from the Commonwealth available from the Attorney-General’s Department. Requests and inquiries concerning reproduction and rights should be addressed to: Commonwealth Copyright Administration Copyright Law Branch Attorney-General's Department Robert Garran Offices National Circuit Canberra ACT 2600 email: Commonwealth.Copyright@ag.gov.au <mailto:Commonwealth.Copyright@ag.gov.au> web: <http://www.ag.gov.au/cca> The Industrial Chemicals (Notification and Assessment) Act 1989 (the Act) commenced on 17 July 1990. 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CONTENTS CONSULTATIONS NIL SPECIAL NOTICES 1 VOLUNTARY CALL FOR INFORMATION ON CHEMICALS 5 2 SECONDARY NOTIFICATION OF NOTIFIED CHEMICAL – GLYCINE, N-COCO ACYL DERIVS., POTASSIUM SALTS (POTASSIUM COCOYL GLYCINATE) LTD/1382 11 NEW CHEMICALS SUMMARY REPORTS 3 LTD/1527 POLYMER IN NEOCRYL XK-30 12 4 LTD/1528 2,4-DIAMINOPHENOXYETHANOL SULFATE 15 5 LTD/1530 Z-115 19 6 LTD/1534 ISOCYANATE IN MACROPLAST CR 4200 21 7 STD/1385 NOVACRON RED LS-BN 24 8 PLC/967 LIOFOL UR 6026 27 9 PLC/987 CRYLCOAT 8079 29 10 PLC/988 POLYMER IN CN622 SERIES 31 11 PLC/989 COMPONENT OF POLYMER AQ RXD RANGE#1 33 12 PLC/992 POLYMER IN REPEL-O-TEX CRYSTAL 35 13 PLC/993 POLYMER IN ALCOSPERSE 747 37 14 ACCESS TO FULL PUBLIC REPORTS 39 PERMITS ISSUED 15 COMMERCIAL EVALUATION CATEGORY PERMITS 40 16 EARLY INTRODUCTION PERMITS 41 17 LOW VOLUME CHEMICAL PERMITS 42 AUSTRALIAN INVENTORY OF CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES 18 NOTICE OF CHEMICALS ELIGIBLE FOR LISTING ON THE AUSTRALIAN INVENTORY OF CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES FIVE YEARS AFTER ISSUING OF ASSESSMENT CERTIFICATES 43 19 NOTICE OF CHEMICALS ELIGIBLE FOR IMMEDIATE LISTING ON THE AUSTRALIAN INVENTORY OF CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES AFTER ISSUING OF ASSESSMENT CERTIFICATES 46 5 1 VOLUNTARY CALL FOR INFORMATION ON CHEMICALS The National Industrial Chemicals Notification and Assessment Scheme (NICNAS) is seeking assistance from companies and organisations in providing information on 40 industrial chemicals which are of potential security concern. Information on import and/or manufacture, quantities, uses, concentration of these chemicals in products, storage sites, on-site availability, transport and container sizes of these chemicals are requested for the 40 chemicals. NICNAS is collating the information on behalf of the Australian Government Attorney-General’s Department (AGD). The notice is directed to all persons who have imported and/or manufactured one or more of the chemicals (whether in its pure form or as part of a mixture) listed in Attachment 1 from 1 January 2009 to 30 June 2011 inclusive. The specific information sought on the chemicals listed in Attachment 1 are: quantities of each chemical imported into and/or manufactured in Australia for the period 1 January 2009 to 30 June 2011; for products containing the chemicals if a) compounds containing ethanolamines or phosphites (as indicated by an asterisk in Attachment 1) are present at greater than 10% or b) the other chemicals listed are present at any concentration, the concentration of the chemicals in these products and the total volume of the chemicals imported. all uses of the chemicals; container sizes used for these chemicals or products containing the chemicals; address(es) of major sites where the chemical is handled or stored (including waste storage) and availability at the sites; mode of transport of the chemicals or products containing the chemicals; transport company name(s); and company names and contact details of end-users using these chemicals or products containing these chemicals. In the next stage of the call for information, survey forms will be forwarded by NICNAS to identified end-users of these chemicals to obtain information on downstream use. To assist with the recording of relevant information NICNAS has developed a response template which can be downloaded from http://www.nicnas.gov.au/Media/Latest_News/Industrial_chemicals_survey.xls All information received will be treated as confidential and there is no intention to make any information publicly available. The information is to be provided by 13 September 2011. This call for information is supported by the following organisations: ACCORD Australasia Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry Australian Explosives Industry and Safety Group Inc Australian National Retailers Association Australian Paint Manufacturers’ Federation Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 6 Australian Retailers Association Fertilizer Industry Federation of Australia Hardware Federation of Australia Plastics and Chemicals Industries Association Minerals Council of Australia Universities Australia Australian Council of Trade Unions All manufacturers and importers of the chemicals listed in Attachment 1 are encouraged to provide the requested information. If you would like further information or wish to discuss any aspect of this activity please contact Phillip Sharp by phone: (02) 8577 8820, fax: (02) 8577 8888 or e-mail: phillip.sharp@nicnas.gov.au. Please send the information requested above to: Maureen Hardy Science Strategy & International Programs NICNAS GPO Box 58 Sydney NSW 2001 e-mail: maureen.hardy@nicnas.gov.au Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 7 Attachment 1 Voluntary call for information on the following chemicals CAS No. Common Names Chemical Name Arsenic pentoxide 1303-28-2 Arsenic trioxide 1327-53-3 Beryllium sulphate Calcium cyanide 13510-49-1 592-01-8 Carbon disulfide 75-15-0 Chloropicrin 76-06-2 Cyanogen bromide 506-68-3 Cyanogen chloride 506-77-4 Diethyl phosphite* 762-04-9 Dimethyl mercury Dimethyl phosphite* 593-74-8 868-85-9 Chemical Gazette Arsenic oxide (As2O5) Diarsenic pentaoxide Arsenic anhydride Arsenic (V) oxide Arsenic oxide (As2O3) Diarsenic trioxide Arsenic sesquioxide Arsenious trioxide Arsenous anhydride Sulfuric acid, beryllium salt (1:1) Calcid Calcyan Calcyanide Cyanogas Carbon bisulfide Carbon sulfide (CS2) Dithiocarbonic anhydride Methane, trichloronitroTrichloronitromethane Acquinite Larvicide Microlysin Nitrochloroform Bromine cyanide Bromocyan Bromocyanide (BrCN) Bromocyanogen Cyanobromide Chlorine cyanide Chlorocyan Chlorocyanogen Cyanochloride (CNCl) Phosphonic acid, diethyl ester Diethoxyphosphine oxide Diethyl acid phosphite Diethyl hydrogen phosphite Mercury, dimethylPhosphonic acid, dimethyl ester Dimethoxyphosphine oxide Dimethyl acid phosphite Dimethyl hydrogen phosphite Dimethyl hydrogen phosphonate Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 8 Dimethyl sulfate 77-78-1 Ethyl mercury chloride 107-27-7 Ethyldiethanolamine* 139-87-7 Fluoroacetic acid 144-49-0 Fluoroethyl alcohol 371-62-0 Fluoroethyl fluoroacetate Mercuric chloride 459-99-4 7487-94-7 Mercuric nitrate 10045-94-0 Mercuric oxide 21908-53-2 Mercurous nitrate 10415-75-5 Mercury cyanide 592-04-1 Methyl fluoroacetate Methyldiethanolamine* 453-18-9 105-59-9 Osmium tetroxide 20816-12-0 Phosphorus 7723-14-0 Chemical Gazette Sulfuric acid, dimethyl ester Methyl sulfate Mercury, chloroethylCeresan Chloroethylmercury Cryptodin Ethanol, 2,2'-(ethylimino)bis2,2’-(Ethylimino)diethanol Diethanolethylamine Acetic acid, fluoroCymonic acid Fluoroethanoic acid FAA Ethanol, 2-fluoro2-Fluoroethanol β-Fluoroethanol Ethylene fluorohydrin Acetic acid, fluoro-,2-fluoroethyl ester Mercury chloride (HgCl2) Mercury (II) chloride Mercury dichloride Mercuric bichloride Nitric acid, mercury(2+) salt Mercury dinitrate Mercury (II) nitrate Mercury oxide (HgO) Mercury monoxide Mercury(2+) oxide Nitric acid, mercury(1+) salt Dimercury dinitrate Mercury (I) nitrate Mercuric cyanide (Hg(CN)2 Mercury dicyanide Mercury (II) cyanide Dicyanomercury Acetic acid, 2-fluoro-, methyl ester Ethanol, 2,2'-(methylimino)bis2,2’-(Methylimino)bis[ethanol] Diethanolmethylamine MDEA Osmium oxide (OsO4) Osmic acid Tetraoxoosmium Red phosphorus Yellow phosphorus Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 9 Phosphorus oxychloride 10025-87-3 Phosphorus pentachloride 10026-13-8 Phosphorus trichloride 7719-12-2 Potassium cyanide Sodium cyanide 151-50-8 143-33-9 Sulfur dichloride 10545-99-0 Sulfur monochloride 10025-67-9 Thallium sulfate 7446-18-6 Thionyl chloride 7719-09-7 Thiophosphoryl chloride 3982-91-0 Triethanolamine* 102-71-6 Triethyl phosphite* 122-52-1 Chemical Gazette Phosphoric trichloride Phosphoryl chloride Phosphonyl trichloride Phosphorus chloride oxide (POCl3) Phosphorus chloride (PCl5) Phosphorane, pentachloroPentachlorophosphorus Phosphoric chloride Phosphorus chloride (PCl3) Phosphine, trichloroHydrocyanic acid, potassium salt Hydrocyanic acid, sodium salt Prussiate of soda Cyanogran CyPlus Cymag Cyanobrik Cyanodol Sulfur chloride (SCl2) Chlorine sulfide (Cl2S) Dichlorosulfane Monosulfur dichloride Sulfur chloride (S2Cl2) Disulfur dichloride Chlorosulfane Disulfidesulfenyl chloride Thiosulfurous dichloride Sulfuric acid, dithallium(1+) salt Dithallium(1+) sulfate Sulfinyl chloride Sulfur chloride oxide Sulfur oxychloride Sulfurous oxychloride Phosphorothioic trichloride Phosphorothionic trichloride Phosphorus sulfochloride Phosphorus thiochloride Thiophosphoric trichloride Ethanol, 2,2',2''-nitrilotris2,2’,2”-Nitrilotriethanol 2-[Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]ethanol TEA Alkanolamine 244 Biafine Daltogen Phosphorus acid, triethyl ester Triethoxyphosphine Ethyl phosphite, Et3PO3 Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 10 Trimethyl phosphite* 121-45-9 Zinc cyanide 557-21-1 Chemical Gazette Phosphorus acid, trimethyl ester Trimethoxyphosphine Zinc dicyanide Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 11 2 SECONDARY NOTIFICATION OF NOTIFIED CHEMICAL - GLYCINE, N-COCO ACYL DERIVS., POTASSIUM SALTS (POTASSIUM COCOYL GLYCINATE) LTD/1382 Under subsection 65(1) of the Industrial Chemical (Notification and Assessment) Act 1989 (the Act), the Director requires the secondary notification of Glycine, N-coco acyl derivs., potassium salts (Potassium cocoyl glycinate) by: Estee Lauder Pty Ltd 21 Rosebery Ave Rosebery NSW 2018 The data required are as follows: 1) Any changes in the following data items from that submitted in the original notification: Identity, Properties and Uses a) proposed uses of the chemical; b) concentration of the chemical in end-use products; c) import quantity (and changes to occupational exposure for workers); d) physico-chemical properties; Toxicity: Human health e) the chemical’s toxic effects following single dermal and inhalation exposure; f) the chemical’s toxic effects following repeated exposure; 2) Additional data regarding: Toxicity: Human Health: a) the chemical’s genotoxic effects; Ecotoxicity: b) the toxicity of the chemical to fish; c) the toxicity of the chemical to aquatic invertebrates; and d) the effects of the chemical on algae. Any additional available data on the toxicological and/or environmental effects of the chemical should also be provided. The requested data may be provided through the submission of studies (tests conducted on the notified chemical or suitable analogue) or other sources of information. The required information or alternatively, a timetable for the provision of the requested information, should be provided to the Director within 28 days of the publication of this notice. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 12 3 PUBLICATION SUMMARY REPORT Polymer in NeoCryl XK-30 Summary Report Reference No: LTD/1527 ResChem Technologies (ABN 90 315 656 219) of 5/56 Kalang Road, Elanora Heights, NSW 2101 has submitted a limited notification statement in support of their application for an assessment certificate for Polymer in NeoCryl XK-30. The notified polymer is intended to be used as a component of coatings and paint for both industrial and DIY uses. Up to 200 tonnes of the notified polymer will be imported per annum for each of the first five years. Hazard Classification In the absence of toxicity data, the notified polymer cannot be classified as hazardous according to the Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances (NOHSC, 2004). Human Health Risk Assessment Under the conditions of the occupational settings described, the notified polymer is not considered to pose an unreasonable risk to the health of workers. When used in the proposed manner, the notified polymer is not considered to pose an unreasonable risk to public health. Environmental Risk Assessment On the basis of the PEC/PNEC ratio and the assessed use pattern, the notified polymer is not considered to pose an unreasonable risk to the environment. Recommendations Control Measures Occupational Health and Safety Employers should implement the following engineering controls to minimise occupational exposure to the notified polymer as introduced and as diluted for use: Local Exhaust ventilation Enclosed and automated systems Employers should implement the following safe work practices to minimise occupational exposure during handling of the notified polymer as introduced and as diluted for use: Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Employers should ensure that the following personal protective equipment is used by workers to minimise occupational exposure to the notified polymer as introduced and as diluted for use: Chemical resistant gloves Overalls Safety glasses Guidance in selection of personal protective equipment can be obtained from Australian, Australian/New Zealand or other approved standards. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 13 Spray applications should be carried out in accordance with the Safe Work Australia National Guidance Material for Spray Painting [NOHSC (1999)] or relevant State and Territory Codes of Practice. A copy of the MSDS should be easily accessible to employees. If products and mixtures containing the notified polymer are classified as hazardous to health in accordance with the Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances [NOHSC:1008(2004)] workplace practices and control procedures consistent with provisions of State and Territory hazardous substances legislation must be in operation. Public Health Products marketed to the public containing the notified polymer should not recommend application by spraying. Disposal The notified polymer should be disposed of to landfill. Emergency procedures Spills or accidental release of the notified polymer should be handled by physical containment, collection and subsequent safe disposal. Regulatory Obligations Secondary Notification This risk assessment is based on the information available at the time of notification. The Director may call for the reassessment of the chemical under secondary notification provisions based on changes in certain circumstances. Under Section 64 of the Industrial Chemicals (Notification and Assessment) Act (1989) the notifier, as well as any other importer or manufacturer of the notified chemical, have post-assessment regulatory obligations to notify NICNAS when any of these circumstances change. These obligations apply even when the notified chemical is listed on the Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS). Therefore, the Director of NICNAS must be notified in writing within 28 days by the notifier, other importer or manufacturer: (1) Under Section 64(1) of the Act; if the polymer has a number-average molecular weight of less than 1000; additional information becomes available as to the sensitisation or corrosion/irritation potential of the notified polymer. (2) Under Section 64(2) of the Act; if the function or use of the polymer has changed from as a component of coatings and paint (<30%) for both industrial and DIY uses, or is likely to change significantly; Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 14 the amount of polymer being introduced has increased from 200 tonnes/annum, or is likely to increase, significantly; the polymer has begun to be manufactured in Australia; additional information has become available to the person as to an adverse effect of the polymer on occupational health and safety, public health, or the environment. The Director will then decide whether a reassessment (i.e. a secondary notification and assessment) is required. Material Safety Data Sheet The MSDS of the product containing the notified polymer provided by the notifier was reviewed by NICNAS. The accuracy of the information on the MSDS remains the responsibility of the applicant. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 15 4 PUBLICATION SUMMARY REPORT 2,4-Diaminophenoxyethanol sulfate Summary Report Reference No: LTD/1528 Tigi Australia Pty Ltd (ABN 12 073 743 861) of Suite 1, Level 1, 7 Eden Park Drive, Macquarie Park NSW 2113 and Combe Asia-Pacific Pty Ltd (ABN 69 122 678 684) of 443449 Toorak Road, Toorak VIC 3142 and Unilever Australia Limited (ABN 66 004 050 828) of 20 Cambridge Street, Epping NSW 2121 have submitted a limited notification statement in support of their application for an assessment certificate for 2,4-Diaminophenoxyethanol sulfate. The notified chemical is intended to be used as a component of permanent (oxidative) hair dye formulations at concentrations up to 4%. Up to 1 tonne of the notified chemical will be imported per annum for each of the first five years. Hazard Classification Based on the available data on the analogue chemical the notified chemical is classified as hazardous according to the Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances [NOHSC:1008(2004)]. The classification and labelling details are: R22 Harmful if swallowed R43 May cause skin sensitisation by skin contact R41 Risk of serious damage to eyes Human Health Risk Assessment Under the conditions of the occupational settings described, the notified chemical is not considered to pose an unreasonable risk of adverse systemic effects. However the risk for skin sensitisation to hairdressers cannot be ruled out, and therefore appropriate work practices, such as the ‘single’ use of impermeable gloves (neoprene, nitrile or natural rubber latex preferred), are required. When used in the proposed manner, the notified chemical is not considered to pose an unreasonable risk of adverse systemic effects to the public. However the risk for skin sensitisation to hair dye users cannot be ruled out. Therefore appropriate communication of this risk and the recommendation for skin sensitivity testing before every use is required. Environmental Risk Assessment On the basis of the PEC/PNEC ratio and the reported use pattern, the notified chemical is not considered to pose an unreasonable risk to the environment. Recommendations Regulatory Controls Hazard Classification and Labelling Safe Work Australia, should consider the following risk phrases for health hazard classification and safety phrases for the notified chemical: R22 Harmful if swallowed R41 Risk of serious damage to eyes Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 16 - R43 May cause sensitisation by skin contact S25 Avoid contact with eyes S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice S36 Wear suitable protective clothing Use the following risk phrases for products/mixtures containing the notified chemical: Conc ≥ 25%: R22; R41; R43 10% ≤ Conc < 25%: R41; R43 5% ≤ Conc < 10%: R36; R43 1% ≤ Conc < 5%: R43 The notified chemical should be considered for listing on the SUSMP based on the skin sensitisation results. The Full Public Report will be provided to the Medicines and Poisoning Scheduling Secretariat. Health Surveillance As the notified chemical is a sensitiser, employers should carry out health surveillance for any worker who has been identified in the workplace risk assessment as having a significant risk of sensitisation. Material Safety Data Sheet An Australian MSDS should be made available for all imported hair dye products being used in hairdressing salons. Control Measures Occupational Health and Safety Employers should implement the following safe work practices to minimise occupational exposure during handling of the notified chemical in the imported hair dye products: Avoid contact with skin Avoid contact with eyes Avoid skin contact with contaminated gloves Do not re-use disposable gloves worn during handling of the hair dye product Employers should ensure that the following personal protective equipment is used by workers to minimise occupational exposure to the notified chemical in the imported hair dye products: Impermeable gloves (neoprene, nitrile or natural rubber latex may be suitable) Guidance in selection of personal protective equipment can be obtained from Australian, Australian/New Zealand or other approved standards. A copy of the MSDS should be easily accessible to employees. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 17 If products and mixtures containing the notified chemical are classified as hazardous to health in accordance with the Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances [NOHSC:1008(2004)] workplace practices and control procedures consistent with provisions of State and Territory hazardous substances legislation must be in operation. Public Health The following measures should be taken to minimise the risk of serious allergic reactions to the notified chemical: Product labels and associated information leaflets for consumer products should include warnings regarding the risk of allergic reaction; Hairdressers should advise clients of the risk of allergic reaction and provide the product information leaflet for clients to read; Skin sensitivity tests should be conducted prior to each and every use of the hair dye products containing the notified chemical. The notified chemical should not be used for dyeing eyelashes or eyebrows. Disposal The notified chemical should be disposed of to landfill. Emergency procedures Spills or accidental release of the notified chemical should be handled by physical containment, collection and subsequent safe disposal. Regulatory Obligations Secondary Notification This risk assessment is based on the information available at the time of notification. The Director may call for the reassessment of the chemical under secondary notification provisions based on changes in certain circumstances. Under Section 64 of the Industrial Chemicals (Notification and Assessment) Act (1989) the notifier, as well as any other importer or manufacturer of the notified chemical, have post-assessment regulatory obligations to notify NICNAS when any of these circumstances change. These obligations apply even when the notified chemical is listed on the Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS). Therefore, the Director of NICNAS must be notified in writing within 28 days by the notifier, other importer or manufacturer: (1) Under Section 64(1) of the Act; if the importation volume exceeds one tonne per annum notified chemical; the notified chemical is imported in solid form; the notified chemical is imported for reformulation in Australia; the concentration in hair dye products has increased from 4%; the notified chemical has begun to be formulated into products in Australia; Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 18 additional information becomes available to the person as to the adverse effects of the oxidative reaction products created during hair dye use. or (2) Under Section 64(2) of the Act; if the function or use of the chemical has changed from a component of hair dye formulations, or is likely to change significantly; the amount of chemical being introduced has increased from 1 tonne per annum, or is likely to increase, significantly; the chemical has begun to be manufactured in Australia; additional information has become available to the person as to an adverse effect of the chemical on occupational health and safety, public health, or the environment. The Director will then decide whether a reassessment (i.e. a secondary notification and assessment) is required. Material Safety Data Sheet The MSDS of the notified chemical (and products containing the notified chemical) provided by the notifier were reviewed by NICNAS. The accuracy of the information on the MSDS remains the responsibility of the applicant. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 19 5 PUBLICATION SUMMARY REPORT Z-115 Summary Report Reference No: LTD/1530 Lubrizol International, Inc. (ABN 52 073 495 603) of 28 River Street, Silverwater NSW 2128 has submitted a limited notification statement in support of their application for an assessment certificate for Z-115. The notified polymer is intended to be used as a dispersant in diesel engine oil at concentrations up to 0.6%. Up to 100 tonnes of the notified polymer will be imported per annum for each of the first five years. Hazard Classification Based on the available data the notified polymer is not classified as hazardous according to the Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances [NOHSC:1008(2004)]. Human Health Risk Assessment Under the conditions of the occupational settings described, the notified polymer is not considered to pose an unreasonable risk to the health of workers. When used in the proposed manner, the notified polymer is not considered to pose an unreasonable risk to public health. Environmental Risk Assessment On the basis of the assessed use pattern, the notified polymer is not considered to pose an unreasonable risk to the environment. Recommendations Control Measures Occupational Health and Safety No specific engineering controls, work practices or personal protective equipment are required for the safe use of the notified polymer itself, however, these should be selected on the basis of all ingredients in the formulation. Guidance in selection of personal protective equipment can be obtained from Australian, Australian/New Zealand or other approved standards. A copy of the MSDS should be easily accessible to employees. If products and mixtures containing the notified polymer are classified as hazardous to health in accordance with the Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances [NOHSC:1008(2004)] workplace practices and control procedures consistent with provisions of State and Territory hazardous substances legislation must be in operation. Disposal The notified chemical should be disposed of to landfill. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 20 Emergency procedures Spills or accidental release of the notified polymer should be handled by physical containment, collection and subsequent safe disposal. Regulatory Obligations Secondary Notification This risk assessment is based on the information available at the time of notification. The Director may call for the reassessment of the chemical under secondary notification provisions based on changes in certain circumstances. Under Section 64 of the Industrial Chemicals (Notification and Assessment) Act (1989) the notifier, as well as any other importer or manufacturer of the notified chemical, have post-assessment regulatory obligations to notify NICNAS when any of these circumstances change. These obligations apply even when the notified chemical is listed on the Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS). Therefore, the Director of NICNAS must be notified in writing within 28 days by the notifier, other importer or manufacturer: (1) Under Section 64(2) of the Act; if the function or use of the polymer has changed from diesel engine oil additive, or is likely to change significantly; the amount of polymer being introduced has increased from 100 tonnes per annum, or is likely to increase, significantly; the polymer has begun to be manufactured in Australia; additional information has become available to the person as to an adverse effect of the polymer on occupational health and safety, public health, or the environment. The Director will then decide whether a reassessment (i.e. a secondary notification and assessment) is required. No additional secondary notification conditions are stipulated. Material Safety Data Sheet The MSDS of the notified polymer provided by the notifier was reviewed by NICNAS. The accuracy of the information on the MSDS remains the responsibility of the applicant. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 21 6 PUBLICATION SUMMARY REPORT Isocyanate in Macroplast CR4200 Summary Report Reference No: LTD/1534 Henkel Australia Pty Ltd (ABN: 82 001 302 996) of 135-141 Canterbury Road, Kilsyth, VIC 3137 has submitted a limited notification statement in support of their application for an assessment certificate for Isocyanate in Macroplast CR4200. The notified polymer is intended to be used as one component of a two-part casting resin system. Up to 21 tonnes of the notified polymer will be imported per annum for each of the first five years. Hazard Classification Based on the presence of the isocyanate functional group in the notified polymer, it is classified as hazardous according to the Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances [NOHSC:1008(2004)] with the following risk phrase: Xn; R42 May cause sensitisation by inhalation Due to the lack of toxicological data, the classification of the notified polymer using the Globally Harmonised System for the Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) (United Nations, 2009) was not carried out. Human Health Risk Assessment Under the conditions of the occupational settings described, the notified polymer is not considered to pose an unreasonable risk to the health of workers. When used in the proposed manner, the notified polymer is not considered to pose an unreasonable risk to public health. Environmental Risk Assessment On the basis of the reported use pattern, the notified polymer is not considered to pose an unreasonable risk to the environment. Recommendations Regulatory Controls Hazard Classification and Labelling Safe Work Australia, should consider the following health hazard classification for the notified polymer: Xn; R42 May cause sensitisation by inhalation Use the following risk phrases for products/mixtures containing the notified chemical: Conc. ≥1%: Xn; R42 As the polymer is a Type 1 Ingredient, the applicant should ensure that the labels for products containing the polymer are acceptable to the relevant state authority. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 22 Health Surveillance As the notified polymer contains isocyanate functional groups, employers should carry out health surveillance for any worker who has been identified in the workplace risk assessment as having a history of isocyanate sensitivity, asthma or other pulmonary condition and who may be adversely affected by isocyanate exposure. Control Measures Occupational Health and Safety Employers should implement the following isolation and engineering controls to minimise occupational exposure to the notified polymer: Ventilation system including local exhaust ventilation. Automated processes, where possible. Employers should implement the following safe work practices to minimise occupational exposure during handling of the notified polymer: Keep containers securely sealed and check regularly for spills and leaks. Avoid inhalation of vapours, mists and aerosols. Avoid contact with skin. Wash hands after handling the notified polymer, or containers and equipment containing it. Employers should ensure that the following personal protective equipment is used by workers to minimise occupational exposure to the notified polymer: Gloves Overalls Safety glasses Organic vapour respirator (as needed) Guidance in selection of personal protective equipment can be obtained from Australian, Australian/New Zealand or other approved standards. Atmospheric monitoring should be conducted to measure workplace concentrations of volatile resin components during use of the notified polymer. The Safe Work Australia exposure standard for isocyanates is 0.02 mg/m3 (TWA) and 0.07 mg/m3 (STEL). A copy of the MSDS should be easily accessible to employees. If products and mixtures containing the notified polymer are classified as hazardous to health in accordance with the Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances [NOHSC:1008(2004)] workplace practices and control procedures consistent with provisions of State and Territory hazardous substances legislation must be in operation. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 23 Disposal The notified polymer should be disposed of to landfill. Emergency procedures Spills or accidental release of the notified polymer should be handled by physical containment, collection and subsequent safe disposal. Regulatory Obligations Secondary Notification This risk assessment is based on the information available at the time of notification. The Director may call for the reassessment of the chemical under secondary notification provisions based on changes in certain circumstances. Under Section 64 of the Industrial Chemicals (Notification and Assessment) Act (1989) the notifier, as well as any other importer or manufacturer of the notified chemical, have post-assessment regulatory obligations to notify NICNAS when any of these circumstances change. These obligations apply even when the notified chemical is listed on the Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS). Therefore, the Director of NICNAS must be notified in writing within 28 days by the notifier, other importer or manufacturer: (1) Under Section 64(1) of the Act; if the polymer has a number-average molecular weight of less than 1000; the polymer is imported in a mixture that can be aerosolised; information has become available to the person on the dermal sensitisation potential of the notified polymer. or (2) Under Section 64(2) of the Act; if the function or use of the polymer has changed from a component of a resin, or is likely to change significantly; the amount of polymer being introduced has increased from 21 tonnes per annum, or is likely to increase, significantly; the polymer has begun to be manufactured in Australia; additional information has become available to the person as to an adverse effect of the polymer on occupational health and safety, public health, or the environment. The Director will then decide whether a reassessment (i.e. a secondary notification and assessment) is required. Material Safety Data Sheet The MSDS of a product containing the notified polymer provided by the notifier was reviewed by NICNAS. The accuracy of the information on the MSDS remains the responsibility of the applicant. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 24 7 PUBLICATION SUMMARY REPORT Novacron Red LS-BN Summary Report Reference No: STD/1385 Huntsman Advanced Materials Pty Ltd (ABN: 93 091627879) of Gate 3, 765 Ballarat Rd Deer Park VIC 3023 and Chemiplas Australia Pty Ltd (ABN: 29 003 056 808) of Level 3, 112 Wellington Parade East Melbourne VIC 3002, have submitted a standard notification statement in support of their application for an assessment certificate for Novacron Red LS-BN. The notified chemical is intended to be used as a dye for cellulosic textiles. Up to 20 tonnes of the notified chemical will be imported per annum for each of the first five years. Hazard Classification Based on the data provided, the notified chemical is classified as hazardous according to the Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances [NOHSC:1008(2004)], with the following risk phrase: R41: Risk of serious eye damage Human Health Risk Assessment Under the conditions of the occupational settings described, the notified chemical is not considered to pose an unacceptable risk to the health of workers. When used in the proposed manner, the notified chemical is not considered to pose an unacceptable risk to public health. Environmental Risk assessment On the basis of the PEC/PNEC ratio and the reported use pattern, the notified chemical is not considered to pose an unacceptable risk to the environment. Recommendations Regulatory Controls Hazard Classification and Labelling Safe Work Australia should consider the following health hazard classification for the notified chemical: R41: Risk of serious eye damage Use the following risk phrases for products/mixtures containing the notified chemical: Conc ≥ 10%: Xi; R41 5% ≤ conc < 10%: Xi; R36 Material Safety Data Sheet The MSDS provided by the notifier should be amended as follows: Include R41hazard classification and safety phrase with respect to eyes Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 25 Control Measures Occupational Health and Safety Employers should implement the following engineering controls to minimise occupational exposure to the notified chemical as introduced and as diluted for use: Local exhaust ventilation during weighing out and pouring of the notified chemical into the enclosed dyeing vat. Enclosed and automated processes during dye preparation and end use dye application. Employers should implement the following safe work practices to minimise occupational exposure during handling of the notified chemical as introduced and as diluted for use: Avoid contact with eyes. Do not inhale dust/vapour. Employers should ensure that the following personal protective equipment is used by workers to minimise occupational exposure to the notified chemical as introduced and as diluted for use: Chemical resistant gloves Goggles Coveralls Guidance in selection of personal protective equipment can be obtained from Australian, Australian/New Zealand or other approved standards. A copy of the MSDS should be easily accessible to employees. If products and mixtures containing the notified chemical are classified as hazardous to health in accordance with the Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances [NOHSC:1008(2004)] workplace practices and control procedures consistent with provisions of State and Territory hazardous substances legislation must be in operation. Disposal The notified chemical should be disposed of to landfill. Emergency procedures Spills or accidental release of the notified chemical should be handled by physical containment, collection and subsequent safe disposal. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 26 Regulatory Obligations Secondary Notification This risk assessment is based on the information available at the time of notification. The Director may call for the reassessment of the chemical under secondary notification provisions based on changes in certain circumstances. Under Section 64 of the Industrial Chemicals (Notification and Assessment) Act (1989) the notifier, as well as any other importer or manufacturer of the notified chemical, have post-assessment regulatory obligations to notify NICNAS when any of these circumstances change. These obligations apply even when the notified chemical is listed on the Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS). Therefore, the Director of NICNAS must be notified in writing within 28 days by the notifier, other importer or manufacturer: 1) Under Section 64(1) of the Act; if the notified chemical is introduced in other than a non–dusting form and/or in which greater than 25% of particles have a diameter less than 10μm; or (2) Under Section 64(2) of the Act; if the function or use of the chemical has changed from dye for cellulosic textiles, or is likely to change significantly; the amount of chemical being introduced has increased from 20 tonnes/annum, or is likely to increase, significantly; the chemical has begun to be manufactured in Australia; additional information has become available to the person as to an adverse effect of the chemical on occupational health and safety, public health, or the environment. The Director will then decide whether a reassessment (i.e. a secondary notification and assessment) is required. No additional secondary notification conditions are stipulated. Material Safety Data Sheet The MSDS of a product containing the notified chemical provided by the notifier was reviewed by NICNAS. The accuracy of the information on the MSDS remains the responsibility of the applicant. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 27 8 PUBLICATION SUMMARY REPORT Liofol UR 6026 Summary Report Reference No: PLC/967 Henkel Australia Pty Ltd (82 001 302 996) of 7 Stanton Road, Seven Hills, NSW 2147 has submitted a polymer of low concern (PLC) notification statement in support of their application for an assessment certificate for Liofol UR 6026. The notified polymer is intended to be used as a component of a two part polyurethane adhesive for use in the lamination of food packaging. Up to 20 tonnes of the notified polymer will be imported per annum for each of the first five years. Hazard Classification No toxicological data were submitted. The notified polymer meets the PLC criteria and can therefore be assumed to be of low hazard. Human Health Risk Assessment When used in the proposed manner, the notified polymer is not considered to pose an unreasonable risk to the health of workers and the public. Environmental Risk Assessment Based on the assumed low hazard and the reported use pattern, the notified polymer is not considered to pose an unreasonable risk to the environment. Health and Safety Recommendations No specific engineering controls, work practices or personal protective equipment are required for the safe use of the notified polymer itself, however, these should be selected on the basis of all ingredients in the formulation. Guidance in selection of personal protective equipment can be obtained from Australian, Australian/New Zealand or other approved standards. A copy of the MSDS should be easily accessible to employees. If products and mixtures containing the notified polymer are classified as hazardous to health in accordance with the Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances [NOHSC:1008(2004)], workplace practices and control procedures consistent with provisions of State and Territory hazardous substances legislation must be in operation. Disposal The notified polymer should be disposed of to landfill. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 28 Emergency Procedures Spills and/or accidental release of the notified polymer should be handled by physical containment, collection and subsequent safe disposal. Secondary Notification This risk assessment is based on the information available at the time of notification. The Director may call for the reassessment of the polymer under secondary notification provisions based on changes in certain circumstances. Under Section 64 of the Industrial Chemicals (Notification and Assessment) Act (1989) the notifier, as well as any other importer or manufacturer of the notified polymer, have post-assessment regulatory obligations to notify NICNAS when any of these circumstances change. These obligations apply even when the notified polymer is listed on the Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS). Therefore, the Director of NICNAS must be notified in writing within 28 days by the notifier, other importer or manufacturer: (1) Under Section 64(1) of the Act; if the notified polymer is introduced in a chemical form that does not meet the PLC criteria. or (2) Under Section 64(2) of the Act; if the function or use of the notified polymer has changed from a component of a two part polyurethane adhesive for use in the lamination of food packaging, or is likely to change significantly; the amount of notified polymer being introduced has increased, or is likely to increase, significantly; the notified polymer has begun to be manufactured in Australia; additional information has become available to the person as to an adverse effect of the chemical on occupational health and safety, public health, or the environment. The Director will then decide whether a reassessment (i.e. a secondary notification and assessment) is required. Material Safety Data Sheet The MSDS of the notified polymer was provided by the applicant. The accuracy of the information on the MSDS remains the responsibility of the applicant. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 29 9 PUBLICATION SUMMARY REPORT Crylcoat 8079 Summary Report Reference No: PLC/987 Cytec Australia Holdings Pty Ltd (ABN 45 081 148 629) of Suite 1, Level 1 Norwest Quay, 21 Solent Circuit, Norwest Business Park, Baulkham Hills NSW 2153 has submitted a polymer of low concern (PLC) notification statement in support of their application for an assessment certificate for Crylcoat 8079. The notified polymer is intended to be used as a component of powder coating formulations. Up to 100 tonnes of the notified polymer will be imported per annum for each of the first five years. Hazard Classification No toxicological data were submitted. The notified polymer meets the PLC criteria and can therefore be assumed to be of low hazard. Human Health Risk Assessment Based on the assumed low hazard and the assessed use pattern, the notified polymer is not considered to pose an unreasonable risk to the health of workers and the public. Environmental Risk Assessment Based on the assumed low hazard and the assessed use pattern, the notified polymer is not considered to pose an unreasonable risk to the environment. Health and Safety Recommendations No specific engineering controls, work practices or personal protective equipment are required for the safe use of the notified polymer itself, however, these should be selected on the basis of all ingredients in the formulation. Guidance in selection of personal protective equipment can be obtained from Australian, Australian/New Zealand or other approved standards. A copy of the MSDS should be easily accessible to employees. Spray application should be carried out in accordance with the Safe Work Australia National Guidance Material for Spray Painting [NOHSC (1999)]. If products and mixtures containing the notified polymer are classified as hazardous to health in accordance with the Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances [NOHSC:1008(2004)], workplace practices and control procedures consistent with provisions of State and Territory hazardous substances legislation must be in operation. Environmental Recommendations No specific control measures are required to minimise release of the notified polymer to the environment. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 30 Disposal The notified polymer should be disposed to landfill. Emergency Procedures Prevent from entering into soil, ditches, sewers, waterways and/or groundwater. Spills and/or accidental release of the notified polymer should be handled by physical containment, collection and subsequent safe disposal. Secondary Notification This risk assessment is based on the information available at the time of notification. The Director may call for the reassessment of the polymer under secondary notification provisions based on changes in certain circumstances. Under Section 64 of the Industrial Chemicals (Notification and Assessment) Act (1989) the notifier, as well as any other importer or manufacturer of the notified polymer, have post-assessment regulatory obligations to notify NICNAS when any of these circumstances change. These obligations apply even when the notified polymer is listed on the Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS). Therefore, the Director of NICNAS must be notified in writing within 28 days by the notifier, other importer or manufacturer: (1) Under Section 64(1) of the Act; if the notified polymer is introduced in a chemical form that does not meet the PLC criteria. or (2) Under Section 64(2) of the Act; if the function or use of the notified polymer has changed from a component in powder coating formulations or is likely to change significantly; the amount of notified polymer being introduced has increased, or is likely to increase, significantly; the notified polymer has begun to be manufactured in Australia; additional information has become available to the person as to an adverse effect of the chemical on occupational health and safety, public health, or the environment. The Director will then decide whether a reassessment (i.e. a secondary notification and assessment) is required. Material Safety Data Sheet The MSDS of the notified polymer was provided by the applicant. The accuracy of the information on the MSDS remains the responsibility of the applicant. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 31 10 PUBLICATION SUMMARY REPORT Polymer in CN622 Series Summary Report Reference No: PLC/988 Hewlett Packard Australia Pty Ltd (ABN 74 004 394 763) of 353 Burwood Highway, Forest Hill, VIC 3131 has submitted a polymer of low concern (PLC) notification statement in support of their application for an assessment certificate for Polymer in CN622Series. The notified polymer is intended to be used as a component of ink in inkjet cartridges. Up to 1 tonne of the notified polymer will be imported per annum for each of the first five years. Hazard Classification No toxicological data were submitted. The notified polymer meets the PLC criteria and can therefore be assumed to be of low hazard. Human Health Risk Assessment Based on the assumed low hazard and the assessed use pattern, the notified polymer is not considered to pose an unreasonable risk to the health of workers and the public. Environmental Risk Assessment Based on the assumed low hazard and the assessed use pattern, the notified polymer is not considered to pose an unreasonable risk to the environment. Health and Safety Recommendations No specific engineering controls, work practices or personal protective equipment are required for the safe use of the notified polymer itself. However, these should be selected on the basis of all ingredients in the formulation. Guidance in selection of personal protective equipment can be obtained from Australian, Australian/New Zealand or other approved standards. A copy of the MSDS should be easily accessible to employees. If products and mixtures containing the notified polymer are classified as hazardous to health in accordance with the Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances [NOHSC:1008(2004)], workplace practices and control procedures consistent with provisions of State and Territory hazardous substances legislation must be in operation. Disposal The notified polymer should be disposed of to landfill. Emergency Procedures Prevent from entering into soil, ditches, sewers, waterways and/or groundwater. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 32 Spills and/or accidental release of the notified polymer should be handled by physical containment, collection and subsequent safe disposal. Secondary Notification This risk assessment is based on the information available at the time of notification. The Director may call for the reassessment of the polymer under secondary notification provisions based on changes in certain circumstances. Under Section 64 of the Industrial Chemicals (Notification and Assessment) Act (1989) the notifier, as well as any other importer or manufacturer of the notified polymer, have post-assessment regulatory obligations to notify NICNAS when any of these circumstances change. These obligations apply even when the notified polymer is listed on the Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS). Therefore, the Director of NICNAS must be notified in writing within 28 days by the notifier, other importer or manufacturer: (1) Under Section 64(1) of the Act; if the notified polymer is introduced in a chemical form that does not meet the PLC criteria. or (2) Under Section 64(2) of the Act; if the function or use of the notified polymer has changed from a component of ink in inkjet cartridges, or is likely to change significantly; the amount of notified polymer being introduced has increased, or is likely to increase, significantly; the notified polymer has begun to be manufactured in Australia; additional information has become available to the person as to an adverse effect of the chemical on occupational health and safety, public health, or the environment. The Director will then decide whether a reassessment (i.e. a secondary notification and assessment) is required. Material Safety Data Sheet The MSDS of a product containing the notified polymer was provided by the applicant. The accuracy of the information on the MSDS remains the responsibility of the applicant. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 33 11 PUBLICATION SUMMARY REPORT Component of Polymer Aq RxD Range# Summary Report Reference No: PLC/989 Karpelo Holdings Pty Ltd (ABN 79 003 741 035) of Suite 2B, 14 Glenn Street, Eastwood NSW 2122 has submitted a polymer of low concern (PLC) notification statement in support of their application for an assessment certificate for Component of Polymer Aq RxD Range#. The notified polymer is intended to be used as a component of printer ink in inkjet printer cartridges. Up to 3 tonnes of the notified polymer will be imported per annum for each of the first five years. Hazard Classification No toxicological data were submitted. The notified polymer meets the PLC criteria and can therefore be assumed to be of low hazard. Human Health Risk Assessment Based on the assumed low hazard and the assessed use pattern, the notified polymer is not considered to pose an unreasonable risk to the health of workers and the public. Environmental Risk Assessment Based on the low import volume and the assessed use pattern, the notified polymer is not considered to pose an unreasonable risk to the environment. Health and Safety Recommendations No specific engineering controls, work practices or personal protective equipment are required for the safe use of the notified polymer itself. However, these should be selected on the basis of all ingredients in the formulation. Guidance in selection of personal protective equipment can be obtained from Australian, Australian/New Zealand or other approved standards. A copy of the MSDS should be easily accessible to employees. If products and mixtures containing the notified polymer are classified as hazardous to health in accordance with the Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances [NOHSC:1008(2004)], workplace practices and control procedures consistent with provisions of State and Territory hazardous substances legislation must be in operation. Disposal The notified polymer should be disposed of to landfill. Emergency Procedures Prevent from entering into soil, ditches, sewers, waterways and/or groundwater. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 34 Spills and/or accidental release of the notified polymer should be handled by physical containment, collection and subsequent safe disposal. Secondary Notification This risk assessment is based on the information available at the time of notification. The Director may call for the reassessment of the polymer under secondary notification provisions based on changes in certain circumstances. Under Section 64 of the Industrial Chemicals (Notification and Assessment) Act (1989) the notifier, as well as any other importer or manufacturer of the notified polymer, have post-assessment regulatory obligations to notify NICNAS when any of these circumstances change. These obligations apply even when the notified polymer is listed on the Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS). Therefore, the Director of NICNAS must be notified in writing within 28 days by the notifier, other importer or manufacturer: (1) Under Section 64(1) of the Act; if the notified polymer is introduced in a chemical form that does not meet the PLC criteria. or (2) Under Section 64(2) of the Act; if the function or use of the notified polymer has changed from a component of printer ink in inkjet printer cartridges, or is likely to change significantly; the amount of notified polymer being introduced has increased, or is likely to increase, significantly; the notified polymer has begun to be manufactured in Australia; additional information has become available to the person as to an adverse effect of the chemical on occupational health and safety, public health, or the environment. The Director will then decide whether a reassessment (i.e. a secondary notification and assessment) is required. Material Safety Data Sheet The MSDS of the product containing the notified polymer was provided by the applicant. The accuracy of the information on the MSDS remains the responsibility of the applicant. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 35 12 PUBLICATION SUMMARY REPORT Polymer in Repel-O-Tex Crystal Summary Report Reference No: PLC/992 Rhodia Chemicals Pty Ltd (ABN: 80 004 449 870) of 44 Real Avenue, Norman Park QLD 4170 and Brenntag Pty Ltd (ABN: 24 050 029 000) of Building 25, Omnico Business Park, 270 Ferntree Gully Road, Notting Hill VIC 3168 have submitted a polymer of low concern (PLC) notification statement in support of their application for an assessment certificate for Polymer in Repel-O-Tex Crystal. The notified polymer is intended to be used as a component of fabric care products. Up to 100 tonnes of the notified polymer will be imported per annum for each of the first five years. Hazard Classification No toxicological data were submitted. The notified polymer meets the PLC criteria and can therefore be assumed to be of low hazard. Human Health Risk Assessment Based on the assumed low hazard and the assessed use pattern, the notified polymer is not considered to pose an unreasonable risk to the health of workers and the public. Environmental Risk Assessment Based on the reported use pattern, the notified polymer is not considered to pose an unreasonable risk to the environment. Health and Safety Recommendations No specific engineering controls, work practices or personal protective equipment are required for the safe use of the notified polymer itself, however, these should be selected on the basis of all ingredients in the formulation. Guidance in selection of personal protective equipment can be obtained from Australian, Australian/New Zealand or other approved standards. A copy of the MSDS should be easily accessible to employees. If products and mixtures containing the notified polymer are classified as hazardous to health in accordance with the Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances [NOHSC:1008(2004)], workplace practices and control procedures consistent with provisions of State and Territory hazardous substances legislation must be in operation. Disposal The notified polymer should be disposed to landfill. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 36 Emergency Procedures Spills and/or accidental release of the notified polymer should be handled by physical containment, collection and subsequent safe disposal. Secondary Notification This risk assessment is based on the information available at the time of notification. The Director may call for the reassessment of the polymer under secondary notification provisions based on changes in certain circumstances. Under Section 64 of the Industrial Chemicals (Notification and Assessment) Act (1989) the notifier, as well as any other importer or manufacturer of the notified polymer, have post-assessment regulatory obligations to notify NICNAS when any of these circumstances change. These obligations apply even when the notified polymer is listed on the Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS). Therefore, the Director of NICNAS must be notified in writing within 28 days by the notifier, other importer or manufacturer: (1) Under Section 64(1) of the Act; if the notified polymer is introduced in a chemical form that does not meet the PLC criteria. or (2) Under Section 64(2) of the Act; if the function or use of the notified polymer has changed from a component of fabric care products, or is likely to change significantly; the amount of notified polymer being introduced has increased, or is likely to increase, significantly; the notified polymer has begun to be manufactured in Australia; additional information has become available to the person as to an adverse effect of the notified polymer on occupational health and safety, public health, or the environment. The Director will then decide whether a reassessment (i.e. a secondary notification and assessment) is required. Material Safety Data Sheet The MSDS of a product containing the notified polymer was provided by the applicant. The accuracy of the information on the MSDS remains the responsibility of the applicant. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 37 13 PUBLICATION SUMMARY REPORT Polymer in Alcosperse 747 Summary Report Reference No: PLC/993 Akzo Nobel Pty Limited (ABN 59 000 119 424) of 8 Kellaway Place, Wetherill Park, NSW 2164 has submitted a polymer of low concern (PLC) notification statement in support of their application for an assessment certificate for Polymer in Alcosperse 747. The notified polymer is intended to be used as a component of detergent cleaning products and liquid laundry detergents. Up to 100 tonnes of the notified polymer will be imported per annum for each of the first five years. Hazard Classification No toxicological data were submitted. The notified polymer meets the PLC criteria and can therefore be assumed to be of low hazard. Human Health Risk Assessment When used in the proposed manner, the notified polymer is not considered to pose an unreasonable risk to the health of workers and the public. Environmental Risk Assessment Based on the reported use pattern, the notified polymer is not considered to pose an unreasonable risk to the environment. Health and Safety Recommendations No specific engineering controls, work practices or personal protective equipment are required for the safe use of the notified polymer itself, however, these should be selected on the basis of all ingredients in the formulation. Guidance in selection of personal protective equipment can be obtained from Australian, Australian/New Zealand or other approved standards. A copy of the MSDS should be easily accessible to employees. If products and mixtures containing the notified polymer are classified as hazardous to health in accordance with the Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances [NOHSC:1008(2004)], workplace practices and control procedures consistent with provisions of State and Territory hazardous substances legislation must be in operation. Disposal The notified polymer should be disposed of to landfill. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 38 Emergency Procedures Spills and/or accidental release of the notified polymer should be handled by physical containment, collection and subsequent safe disposal. Secondary Notification This risk assessment is based on the information available at the time of notification. The Director may call for the reassessment of the polymer under secondary notification provisions based on changes in certain circumstances. Under Section 64 of the Industrial Chemicals (Notification and Assessment) Act (1989) the notifier, as well as any other importer or manufacturer of the notified polymer, have post-assessment regulatory obligations to notify NICNAS when any of these circumstances change. These obligations apply even when the notified polymer is listed on the Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS). Therefore, the Director of NICNAS must be notified in writing within 28 days by the notifier, other importer or manufacturer: (1) Under Section 64(1) of the Act; if the notified polymer is introduced in a chemical form that does not meet the PLC criteria. or (2) Under Section 64(2) of the Act; if the function or use of the notified polymer has changed from detergent cleaning products and liquid laundry detergents, or is likely to change significantly; the amount of notified polymer being introduced has increased, or is likely to increase, significantly; the notified polymer has begun to be manufactured in Australia; additional information has become available to the person as to an adverse effect of the notified polymer on occupational health and safety, public health, or the environment. The Director will then decide whether a reassessment (i.e. a secondary notification and assessment) is required. Material Safety Data Sheet The MSDS of the notified polymer was provided by the applicant. The accuracy of the information on the MSDS remains the responsibility of the applicant. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 39 14 ACCESS TO FULL PUBLIC REPORT NICNAS publishes a Full Public Report for each new chemical assessed. These reports are available for inspection at our NICNAS office by appointment only at Level 7, 260 Elizabeth St SURRY HILLS NSW 2010. Reports can also be viewed and downloaded free of charge from our website at http://www.nicnas.gov.au/. Copies of these reports may also be requested, free of charge, by contacting the Administration Section of NICNAS by phone: (02) 8577 8800 or fax: (02) 8577 8888. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 40 15 COMMERCIAL EVALUATION CATEGORY PERMIT The permits listed in Table 1 were issued to import or manufacture the following chemicals for commercial evaluation under section 21G of the Industrial Chemicals (Notification and Assessment) Act 1989. Table 1 Commercial Evaluation Category Permits PERMIT COMPANY COMPANY CHEMICAL OR HAZARDOUS NUMBER NAME POSTCODE TRADE NAME SUBSTANCE 783 BAKER HUGHES AUSTRALIA PTY LTD 6000 Yes 2861 kg Water clarifier in oil production 2 yrs 784 SCHLUMBERG ER AUSTRALIA PTY LTD 6000 Hexanedinitrile, high-boiling fraction, reaction products with carbon disulfide, potassium salts Poly(oxy-1,2ethanediyl), alpha-sulfoomega-hydroxy, C11-14-isoalkyl ethers, C13-rich, sodium salts Yes 168 kg Stabiliser for a cement additive 2 yrs Chemical Gazette QUANTITY USE PERIOD APPROVED Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 41 16 EARLY INTRODUCTION PERMITS FOR NON-HAZARDOUS INDUSTRIAL CHEMICALS The permits listed in Table 2 were issued to import or manufacture the following chemicals prior to the issue of their respective assessment certificates under section 30A of the Act. Table 2 Early Introduction Permits PERMIT NUMBER COMPANY NAME CHEMICAL OR TRADE NAME USE 755 PPG Industries Australia Pty Limited Polymer in FU-062 Resin Component of coatings for automobile parts 756 C.I. Ceramics (Aust) Pty Ltd Polymer in STON W206G Component of coatings for use on rubber articles 757 DKSH Australia Pty Ltd Polymer in Chemipearl Component of paints and printing inks 758 Nuplex Industries (Aust) Pty Ltd Polymer in Aropol 6184 Component of a coating for roofing panels Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 42 17 LOW VOLUME CATEGORY PERMITS The permits listed in Table 3 were issued to import or manufacture the following chemicals under section 21U of the Industrial Chemicals (Notification and Assessment) Act 1989. Low Volume Category Permits are approved for 36 months. Table 3 Low Volume Category Permits PERMIT NUMBER COMPANY NAME COMPANY POSTCODE CHEMICAL OR TRADE NAME HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE USE 894 Givaudan Australia Pty Limited 2153 Furan, 2-(1,1,dimethylethyl)-2,5dihydro-5-methyl-2-propyl- Yes Fragrance ingredient 930 Canon Australia Pty Ltd 2113 CIM-21 ND Component of inkjet printer ink 931 (Renewal) Huntsman Advanced Materials (Australia) Pty Ltd 3023 Adduct IP 322 ND Component of an epoxy-based adhesive for industrial applications 932 Canon Australia Pty Ltd 2113 CIM-24 ND Component of inkjet printing ink 933 Canon Australia Pty Ltd 2113 CIM-25 ND Component of inkjet printer ink 934 Schlumberger Australia Pty Ltd 6000 Chemical in antifoaming agent D206 ND Antifoaming agent for oil and gas applications N.D.: not determined; insufficient data available to effect a health effects classification under Approved Criteria [NOHSC:1008(2004)] Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 43 18 NOTICE OF CHEMICALS ELIGIBLE FOR LISTING ON THE AUSTRALIAN INVENTORY OF CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES FIVE YEARS AFTER ISSUING OF ASSESSMENT CERTIFICATES Notice is given in accordance with section 14(1) of the Industrial Chemicals (Notification and Assessment) Act 1989, that the following chemicals have been added to the Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances. Table 4 Chemicals Eligible for Listing on the Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances CHEMICAL NAME 2-Propenoic acid, telomer with butyl 2-propenoate and 2[[(dodecylthio)thioxomethyl]thio]prop anoic acid Fatty acids, safflower-oil, polymers with adipic acid, isophthalic acid, neopentylglycol, phthalic anhydride, trimellitic anhydride and trimethylol propane 2,7-Naphthalenedisulfonic acid, 4amino-6-[2-[5-[(4,6-difluoro-2pyrimidinyl)amino]-2sulfophenyl]diazenyl]-5-hydroxy-3[2-[4-[[2(sulfooxy)ethyl]sulfonyl]phenyl]diaze nyl]-, sodium salt (1:?) 2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, 2(dimethylamino) ethyl ester, polymer with .alpha.-(3-carboxymethylene-1oxopropyl)-.omega.-(hexadecyloxy) poly (oxy-1,2-ethanediyl) and ethyl 2propenoate 1,3-Isobenzofurandione, hexahydro-, polymer with 2,2-dimethyl-1,3propanediol and 2-ethyl-2(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-propanediol, 3,5,5-trimethylhexanoate Phosphoric acid, triethyl ester, polymer with oxirane and phosphorus oxide 1,3-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, polymer with 2,2-dimethyl-1,3propanediol, hexanedioic acid, 1,6hexanediol and 1,2-propanediol Chemical Gazette MOLECULAR FORMULA CAS NUMBER C16H30O2S3.(C7H12O2.C3H4O2)x 882881-79-0 Unspecified 1312774-26-7 C28H22F2N8O16S5.xNa 208246-36-0 (C8H15NO2.C5H8O2.(C2H4O)nC21 203566-46-5 H38O4)x C9H18O2.x(C8H16O2.C8H10O3.C6 H14O3.C6H10O4)x 195214-67-6 (C6H15O4P.C2H4O.O5P2)x 184538-58-7 C9H18O2.x(C8H10O3.C6H14O3.C5 H12O2)x 835651-81-5 Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 44 2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, polymer with 2-methyl-2-[(1-oxo-2-propenyl) amino]-1-propanesulfonic acid monosodium salt and 2-propenamide Silane, hexadecyltrimethoxyEthanol, 2-amino-, polymer with .alpha.-hydro-.omega.-[(1-oxo-2propenyl) oxy]poly(oxy-1,2ethandiyl) ether with 2-ethyl-2(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-propanediol (3:1) 1,3,5-Triazine, 2,4,6-tris(2,4,6tribromophenoxy)Hexanedioic acid, polymer with 2,2dimethyl-1,3-propanediol, 1,2ethanediol and 1,6-hexanediol 2-Butenedioic acid (2E)-, mixed esters with polyethylene glycol and polyethylene glycol mono(nonylphenyl) ether, polymer with methacrylic acid and styrene 2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, methyl ester, polymer with ethenylbenzene, 2-ethylhexyl 2-propenoate, (1methylethenyl)benzene and 2propenoic acid, ammonium salt 1,3-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, polymer with 1,4-benzenedicarboxylic acid, 2,2-dimethyl-1,3-propanediol, 1,2-ethanediol, 2-ethyl-2(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-propanediol, hexanedioic acid and 1,6-hexanediol Phenol, (tetrapropenyl) derivs., reaction products with distn. residues from manuf. of phenol (tetrapropenyl) derivs. and sulfur, calcium salts 2,5-Furandione, polymer with ethenylbenzene, hexadecyl octadecyl ester D-Glucopyranose, oligomeric, C1016-alkyl glycosides, carboxymethyl ethers, sodium salts 2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, polymer with butyl 2-methyl-2-propenoate, butyl 2-propenoate, 2-hydroxyethyl 2methyl-2-propenoate and methyl 2methyl-2-propenoate Chemical Gazette (C7H13NO4S.C4H6O2.C3H5NO.N a)x 169320-76-7 C19H42O3Si 16415-12-6 (C2H7NO.(C2H4O)n(C2H4O)n(C2 H4O)nC15H20O6)x 188012-57-9 C21H6Br9N3O3 25713-60-4 (C6H14O2.C6H10O4.C5H12O2.C2H 6O2)x 25134-66-1 (C8H8.C4H6O2.C4H4O4.(C2H4O)n C15H24O.(C2H4O)nH2O)x 68988-26-1 (C11H20O2.C9H10.C8H8.C5H8O2. C3H4O2)x.xH3N 492467-53-5 (C8H6O4.C8H6O4.C6H14O3.C6H14 O2.C6H10O4.C5H12O2.C2H6O2)x 83900-74-7 Unspecified 220794-90-1 C18H38O.xC16H34O.x(C8H8.C4H2 O3)x 240413-53-0 Unspecified 383178-66-3 (C8H14O2.C7H12O2.C6H10O3.C5H 8O2.C4H6O2)x 56422-54-9 Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 45 Phenol, 4,4'-(1methylethylidene)bis[2,6-dibromo-, polymer with (chloromethyl)oxirane and 2,4,6-tribromophenol Chemical Gazette Unspecified 135229-48-0 Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011 46 19 NOTICE OF CHEMICALS ELIGIBLE FOR IMMEDIATE LISTING ON THE AUSTRALIAN INVENTORY OF CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES AFTER ISSUING OF ASSESSMENT CERTIFICATES Notice is given in accordance with section 13B of the Industrial Chemicals (Notification and Assessment) Act 1989, that the following chemicals have been added to the Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances. Table 5 Chemicals Eligible for Immediate Listing on the Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances CHEMICAL NAME 2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, dodecyl ester, polymer with ethenylbenzene and 2propenoic acid, di-Me 2,2'-(1,2diazenediyl)bis[2-methylpropanoate]initiated, compds. with 2(dimethylamino)ethanol Phenol, 4,4'-(1-methylethylidene)bis[2-(2propen-1-yl)2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, polymer with 2-(chloromethyl)oxirane, 2-ethyl-2(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-propanediol and phenylmethyl 2-methyl-2-propenoate, potassium sodium salt Fatty acids, C8-18 and C18-unsatd., reaction products with diethanolamine and propylene oxide Chemical Gazette MOLECULAR FORMULA CAS NUMBER Unspecified 1227096-20-9 C21H24O2 1745-89-7 (C11H12O2.C6H14O3.C4H6O2.C3 H5ClO)x.xK.xNa 1262996-21-3 Unspecified 1000817-22-0 Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 08, 02 August 2011