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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
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CONTENTS
CONSULTATIONS
NIL
SPECIAL NOTICES
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VOLUNTARY CALL FOR INFORMATION ON CHEMICALS
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SECONDARY NOTIFICATION OF NOTIFIED CHEMICAL –
GLYCINE, N-COCO ACYL DERIVS., POTASSIUM SALTS
(POTASSIUM COCOYL GLYCINATE) LTD/1382
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NEW CHEMICALS
SUMMARY REPORTS
3
LTD/1527
POLYMER IN NEOCRYL XK-30
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LTD/1528
2,4-DIAMINOPHENOXYETHANOL SULFATE
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LTD/1530
Z-115
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LTD/1534
ISOCYANATE IN MACROPLAST CR 4200
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STD/1385
NOVACRON RED LS-BN
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PLC/967
LIOFOL UR 6026
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PLC/987
CRYLCOAT 8079
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PLC/988
POLYMER IN CN622 SERIES
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PLC/989
COMPONENT OF POLYMER AQ RXD
RANGE#1
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PLC/992
POLYMER IN REPEL-O-TEX CRYSTAL
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PLC/993
POLYMER IN ALCOSPERSE 747
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ACCESS TO FULL PUBLIC REPORTS
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PERMITS ISSUED
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COMMERCIAL EVALUATION CATEGORY PERMITS
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EARLY INTRODUCTION PERMITS
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LOW VOLUME CHEMICAL PERMITS
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AUSTRALIAN INVENTORY OF CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES
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NOTICE OF CHEMICALS ELIGIBLE FOR LISTING ON THE
AUSTRALIAN INVENTORY OF CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES FIVE
YEARS AFTER ISSUING OF ASSESSMENT CERTIFICATES
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NOTICE OF CHEMICALS ELIGIBLE FOR IMMEDIATE LISTING ON
THE AUSTRALIAN INVENTORY OF CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES
AFTER ISSUING OF ASSESSMENT CERTIFICATES
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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:
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Trimethyl phosphite*
121-45-9
Zinc cyanide
557-21-1
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Phosphorus acid, trimethyl ester
Trimethoxyphosphine
Zinc dicyanide
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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.
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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
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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A copy of the MSDS should be easily accessible to employees.
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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
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Products marketed to the public containing the notified polymer should not recommend
application by spraying.
Disposal
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The notified polymer should be disposed of to landfill.
Emergency procedures
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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;
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 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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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An Australian MSDS should be made available for all imported hair dye products being
used in hairdressing salons.
Control Measures
Occupational Health and Safety
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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
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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.
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A copy of the MSDS should be easily accessible to employees.
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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
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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;
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 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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
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.
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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.
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
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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QUANTITY
USE
PERIOD
APPROVED
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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
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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)]
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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
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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
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(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
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Phenol, 4,4'-(1methylethylidene)bis[2,6-dibromo-,
polymer with (chloromethyl)oxirane
and 2,4,6-tribromophenol
Chemical Gazette
Unspecified
135229-48-0
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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
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