Australian Government No. C 05, Tuesday 3 May 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 NEW DATA ON HEXANE, 1,6-DIISOCYANATO-, HOMOPOLYMER REACTION PRODUCTS WITH 3-(TRIMETHOXYSILYL)-1PROPANETHIOL 5 2 NOTICE OF PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE AUSTRALIAN INVENTORY OF CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES 6 NEW CHEMICALS SUMMARY REPORTS 3 LTD/1484 POLYMER IN BECKOPOX EP386W/52WA EPOXY RESIN 7 4 LTD/1504 CHEMICAL IN KP01-C65 10 5 LTD/1507 CASCALONE 13 6 LTD/1511 ETHYL SAFRASCENATE 17 7 LTD/1513 CARBOXYLIC ACIDS, C6-8-NEO-, ESTERS WITH POLYPROPYLENE GLYCOL MONOMYRISTYL ETHER (INCI NAME: PPG-3 MYRISTYL ETHER NEOHEPTANOATE) 20 8 STD/1366 SR494 23 9 PLC/925 POLYMER IN SURPASS ELITE W SERIES 26 10 PLC/973 RCP31325 28 11 PLC/975 POLYMER IN NEBORES BO41-60SP 30 12 PLC/976 POLYMER IN NEBOTHIX C668-00 33 13 PLC/981 POLYMER IN EPS 5724 36 14 SAPLC/123 POLYMER IN ORGASOL/1002 38 15 SN/21 GLYCINE, N-COCO ACYL DERIVS., SODIUM SALTS (SODIUM COCOYL GLYCINATE) 41 16 EX/162 INFINEUM 6399 45 17 ACCESS TO FULL PUBLIC REPORTS 48 PERMITS ISSUED 18 COMMERCIAL EVALUATION CATEGORY PERMITS 49 19 EARLY INTRODUCTION PERMITS 50 AUSTRALIAN INVENTORY OF CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES 20 NOTICE OF CHEMICALS ELIGIBLE FOR LISTING ON THE AUSTRALIAN INVENTORY OF CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES FIVE YEARS AFTER ISSUING OF ASSESSMENT CERTIFICATES 51 21 NOTICE OF CHEMICALS ELIGIBLE FOR IMMEDIATE LISTING ON THE AUSTRALIAN INVENTORY OF CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES AFTER ISSUING OF ASSESSMENT CERTIFICATES 53 5 1 NEW DATA ON HEXANE, 1,6-DIISOCYANATO-, HOMOPOLYMER REACTION PRODUCTS WITH 3-(TRIMETHOXYSILYL)-1-PROPANETHIOL Two companies intend to import a polyurethane adhesive/sealant containing <5% Hexane, 1,6-diisocyanato-, homopolymer reaction products with 3-(trimethoxysilyl)-1-propanethiol, a chemical previously assessed by NICNAS. This chemical differs from the previously assessed chemical in the Number Average Molecular Weight (Mn) in that it contains a polymer with Mn < 1000 Da. The previously assessed polymer is currently imported into Australia at 2 tonnes/year. The proposed import volume of the chemical is 100 kg/year. Hexane, 1,6-diisocyanato-, homopolymer reaction products with 3-(trimethoxysilyl)-1propanethiol is not classified as a hazardous substance according to the NOHSC Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances. Since the polymer has Mn < 1000 Da, its systemic bioavailability may be increased as compared with the originally notified substance with Mn > 1000 Da. However, the key hazard for both substances is expected to be local (irritation and sensitisation) because of the presence of reactive functional groups (i.e. isocyanates and alkoxysilanes). The primary hazard associated with isocyanates is respiratory sensitisation particularly from the residual monomers. The residual monomers are less than 1% in both substances. Although no additional toxicological information was provided, based on the lower introduction volume, lower concentration in the finished product and the same use pattern, the conclusions of the risk assessment published in the full public report of the previously assessed polymer do not change and therefore a secondary notification, according to Section 64(2)(e) of the Industrial Chemicals (Notification and Assessment) Act 1989 is not warranted. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 05, 03May 2011 6 2 NOTICE OF PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE AUSTRALIAN INVENTORY OF CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES Notice is given in accordance with section 20AA of the Industrial Chemicals (Notification and Assessment) Act 1989 (the Act) that the Director intends to remove the chemicals in the table below from the Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS). Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS) has informed NICNAS that the CAS Numbers and names for these chemicals have been deleted from the CAS Registry. Based on information from CAS, the Director has concluded that the chemicals listed below are generic terms covering a number of specific Eumulgin and Lankromark subclasses, and were wrongly included in the AICS. CHEMICAL NAME CAS NUMBER Eumulgin 12751-09-6 Lankromark 76600-44-7 Under this section of the Act a person may give a written statement to the Director within 3 months of this notice giving reasons why the chemical should not be removed. The IC(NA) Act (1989) section 20AA states that, (4) (5) (6) If the Director receives a statement from a person giving reasons why the chemical should not be removed, the Director must reconsider the proposed removal in the light of the statement. If the Director accepts the reasons why the chemical should not be removed, the Director must: (a) leave the chemical, and any particulars in respect of the chemical, in the Inventory; and (b) publish a notice in the Chemical Gazette that the chemical is not going to be removed; and (c) give a copy of the notice to the person who gave the statement. If the Director rejects the reasons why the chemical should not be removed, the Director must: (a) give the person who made the statement notice of the decision to reject the reasons; but (b) not remove the chemical, or any particulars in respect of the chemical, until 28 days after the date of the giving of the notice or, if the person applies to the Administrative Appeals Tribunal for review of the decision, until the review has been finalised. Therefore any such written statement should be provided by 3 August 2011 and addressed to: The Director NICNAS GPO Box 58 Sydney, NSW, 2001 Or by fax to (02) 8877 8888 or e-mail: aics.officer@nicnas.gov.au Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 05, 03May 2011 7 3 PUBLICATION SUMMARY REPORT Polymer in Beckopox EP386w/52WA Epoxy Resin Summary Report Reference No: LTD/1484 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 limited notification statement in support of their application for an assessment certificate for Polymer in Beckopox EP386w/52WA Epoxy Resin. The notified polymer is intended to be used as a component of industrial primer coatings as one part of 2-part epoxy coatings. 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 limited data provided the notified polymer cannot be classified as hazardous according to the Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances [NOHSC:1008(2004)]. However, based on a structural alert (epoxy groups), the notified polymer may have adverse health effects. Human health Risk Assessment Under the conditions of the occupational settings described and with adequate controls to reduce exposure, the notified polymer is not considered to pose an unacceptable risk to the health of workers. When used in the proposed manner, the notified polymer is not considered to pose an unacceptable risk to public health. Environmental Risk assessment On the basis of the reported use pattern, the notified polymer is not expected to pose a 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: Local exhaust ventilation during formulation processes Spray booths during spray coating operations Employers should implement the following safe work practices to minimise occupational exposure during handling of the notified polymer: Avoid inhalation exposure during spray application Avoid skin and eye contact Avoid generation of aerosols and mists during handling Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 05, 03May 2011 8 Where applied by spray in outdoor settings, measures should be taken to reduce worker exposure to spray drift Spray application of paint containing the notified polymer should be in accordance with the National Guidance Material for Spray Painting (NOHSC, 1999) Employers should ensure that the following personal protective equipment is used by workers to minimise occupational exposure to the notified polymer during connecting pumping lines to the steel drums, cleaning the mixing tanks and coating application activities: Protective gloves Long-sleeved protective clothing Safety glasses Respiratory protection during spray application 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. 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 Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 05, 03May 2011 9 the function or use of the polymer has changed from a component of industrial primer coatings at < 50% in one part of 2-part epoxy coating, or is likely to change significantly; the amount of polymer being introduced has increased from 100 tonne per year, 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 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. Recommendations have been made regarding products containing the notified polymer. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 05, 03May 2011 10 4 PUBLICATION SUMMARY REPORT Chemical in KP01-C65 Summary Report Reference No: LTD/1504 Océ Australia Limited (ABN 26 004 315 913) of Level 3, Building 1, 195 Wellington Road, Clatyon VIC 3168 has submitted a limited notification statement in support of their application for an assessment certificate for Chemical in KP01-C65. The notified chemical is intended to be used as a component of toner products (powder form) at < 10%. Up to 255 kg 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 not 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 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 a risk to the environment. Recommendations Control Measures Occupational Health and Safety Employers should ensure that the following personal protective equipment is used by workers: Respiratory protection (if dust exposure is expected). Guidance in selection of personal protective equipment can be obtained from Australian, Australian/New Zealand or other approved standards. Service personnel should ensure adequate ventilation is present when removing spent toner bottles containing the notified chemical and during routine maintenance and repairs. 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. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 05, 03May 2011 11 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. Transport and Packaging Keep only in the original container. 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 particle size range of the notified chemical has intentionally changed to include particles of 0.1 m (= 100 nm) or less in size. (2) Under Section 64(2) of the Act; if the function or use of the chemical has changed from a component of an industrial toner product at < 10%, or is likely to change significantly; the amount of chemical being introduced has increased from 255 kg, 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. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 05, 03May 2011 12 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 05, 03May 2011 13 5 PUBLICATION SUMMARY REPORT Cascalone Summary Report Reference No: LTD/1507 Firmenich Limited (ABN: 86 002 964 794) of 73 Kenneth Road, Balgowlah, NSW 2093 has submitted a limited notification statement in support of their application for an assessment certificate for Cascalone. The notified chemical is intended to be used as a component of fine fragrances at <1% and other cosmetic and domestic products at ≤0.025% concentration. 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 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 phrases: R22 Harmful if swallowed R38 Irritating to skin R43 May cause sensitisation by skin contact and The classification of the notified chemical using the Globally Harmonised System for the Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) (United Nations, 2009) is presented below. This system is not mandated in Australia and carries no legal status but is presented for information purposes. Hazard category Irritation 3 Acute toxicity 4 Sensitization 1B Aquatic Environment Acute Category 3 Chronic Category 3 Hazard statement Warning: Causes mild skin irritation Warning: Harmful if swallowed Warning: May cause an allergic skin reaction Harmful to aquatic life Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects 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. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 05, 03May 2011 14 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: Xn: R22 Harmful if swallowed Xi: R38 Irritating to skin Xi: R43 May cause sensitisation by skin contact Use the following risk phrases for products/mixtures containing the notified chemical: Conc. ≥25%: Xn; R22; R38; R43; ≥20% Conc. <25%: Xi; R38; R43; ≥1% Conc. <20%: Xi; R43. Health Surveillance As the notified chemical is a skin 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. Control Measures Occupational Health and Safety Employers should implement the following engineering controls to minimise occupational exposure to the notified chemical as introduced (≤10%): Automated processes, where possible Employers should implement the following safe work practices to minimise occupational exposure during handling of the notified chemical as introduced (≤10%): Avoid contact with skin Employers should ensure that the following personal protective equipment is used by workers to minimise occupational exposure to the notified chemical as introduced (≤10%): Coveralls Gloves 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 05, 03May 2011 15 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. 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; or (2) Under Section 64(2) of the Act; if the function or use of the chemical has changed from a component of fine fragrances at <1% or other cosmetic and domestic products at ≤0.025% or is likely to change 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. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 05, 03May 2011 16 Material Safety Data Sheet The MSDS of 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 05, 03May 2011 17 6 PUBLICATION SUMMARY REPORT Ethyl Safrascenate Summary Report Reference No: LTD/1511 Firmenich Limited (ABN 86 002 964 794) of 73 Kenneth Road, Balgowlah NSW 2093 has submitted a limited notification statement in support of their application for an assessment certificate for Ethyl Safrascenate. The notified chemical is intended to be used as a fragrance ingredient in fine perfumes at up to 1% and in cosmetic and household products at up to 0.025%. Up to one tonne 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 phrases: R38 Irritating to skin R43 May cause sensitisation by skin contact 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 with appropriate labelling for products containing the notified chemical at 1%, 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 hazard classification for the notified chemical: R38 Irritating to skin Xi; R43: May cause sensitisation by skin contact Use the following cut-off concentration for any products/mixtures containing the notified chemical: Concentration ≥20% : R38, R43 Concentration ≥1% : R43 Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 05, 03May 2011 18 ACCS The Advisory Committee on Chemicals Scheduling (ACCS) should consider the notified chemical for listing on the SUSMP based on the results of the skin irritation and skin sensitisation (LLNA) tests. Products containing the notified chemical at concentrations of 1% or above available to the public must carry safety directions and warning statements on the label consistent with the following: May cause allergy Health Surveillance As the notified chemical is a skin 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 skin sensitisation. Control Measures Occupational Health and Safety Employers should implement, where possible, the following engineering controls to minimise occupational exposure to the notified chemical as introduced at a maximum concentration of 10%: Automated and enclosed processes Employers should implement the following safe work practices to minimise occupational exposure during handling of the notified chemical as introduced at a maximum of 10% concentration: Avoid contact with skin Employers should ensure that the following personal protective equipment is used by workers to minimise occupational exposure to the notified chemical as introduced at a maximum concentration of 10%: Gloves and overalls 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. Guidance in selection of personal protective equipment can be obtained from Australian, Australian/New Zealand or other approved standards. Disposal The notified chemical should be disposed of to landfill. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 05, 03May 2011 19 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; or (2) Under Section 64(2) of the Act; if the function or use of the chemical has changed from a component of fine perfumes at ≤1% and in other cosmetic and household products at up to 0.025%, or is likely to change 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 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 05, 03May 2011 20 7 PUBLICATION SUMMARY REPORT Carboxylic acids, C6-8-neo-, esters with polypropylene glycol monomyristyl ether (INCI name: PPG-3 Myristyl Ether Neoheptanoate) Summary Report Reference No: LTD/1513 Johnson & Johnson Pacific Pty Ltd (ABN: 73 001 121 446) of 45 Jones Street, Ultimo, NSW 2007 has submitted a limited notification statement in support of their application for an assessment certificate for Carboxylic acids, C6-8-neo-, esters with polypropylene glycol monomyristyl ether (INCI name: PPG-3 Myristyl Ether Neoheptanoate). The notified polymer is intended to be used as a component of rinse-off and leave-on cosmetic and personal care products at ≤10% concentration. Up to 1 tonne of the notified polymer will be imported per annum for each of the first five years. Hazard Classification Based on the limited information provided, 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 unacceptable risk to the health of workers. When used in the proposed manner, the notified polymer is not considered to pose an unacceptable risk to public health. Environmental Risk Assessment Based on the reported use pattern, the notified polymer is not considered to pose an unacceptable 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 during reformulation processes: Automated processes, where possible Employers should implement the following safe work practices to minimise occupational exposure during handling of the notified polymer during reformulation processes: 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 during reformulation processes: Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 05, 03May 2011 21 Overalls, gloves and goggles 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 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 importation volume exceeds one tonne per annum notified chemical; or (2) Under Section 64(2) of the Act; if the function or use of the polymer has changed from a component of rinse-off and leave-on cosmetic and personal care products at ≤10% concentration, or is likely to change significantly; the polymer has begun to be manufactured in Australia; Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 05, 03May 2011 22 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 notified polymer and products containing the notified polymer 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 05, 03May 2011 23 8 PUBLICATION SUMMARY REPORT SR494 Summary Report Reference No: STD/1366 International Sales and Marketing Pty Ltd (ABN: 36 467 259 314 ) of 260-262 Highett Road, Highett, VIC 3190 and DIC Australia Pty Limited (ABN: 12 000 079 550) of 42 Sunmore Close, Heatherton, VIC 3202 have submitted a standard notification statement in support of their application for an assessment certificate for SR494. The notified polymer is intended to be used as a component (10-40%) of industrial printing inks. Up to 10 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 classified as hazardous according to the Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances [NOHSC:1008(2004)] with the following risk phrases: Xi: R36 Irritating to eyes. Xi: R38 Irritating to skin. Xi: R43 May cause sensitisation by skin contact. Human Health Risk Assessment Under the conditions of the occupational settings described, the notified polymer is not considered to pose an unacceptable risk to the health of workers. When used in the proposed manner, the notified polymer 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 polymer is not expected to pose a risk to the environment. Recommendations Regulatory Controls Hazard Classification and Labelling Use the following risk phrases for products/mixtures containing the notified polymer: Conc ≥ 20%: Xi; R36, R38, R43 1% ≤ Conc < 20%: Xi; R43 Health Surveillance As the notified polymer is expected to be a skin sensitiser, employers should carry out health surveillance for any worker involved in its handling. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 05, 03May 2011 24 Control Measures Occupational Health and Safety Employers should implement the following safe work practices to minimise occupational exposure during handling of the notified polymer as introduced: Avoid skin and eye contact Employers should ensure that the following personal protective equipment is used by workers to minimise occupational exposure to the notified polymer as introduced: Coveralls Goggles Gloves 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. 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: Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 05, 03May 2011 25 (1) Under Section 64(2) of the Act; if the function or use of the polymer has changed from a component of industrial printing inks up to 40% concentration, or is likely to change significantly; the amount of polymer being introduced has increased from 10 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 05, 03May 2011 26 9 PUBLICATION SUMMARY REPORT Polymer in SURPA ELITE W Series Summary Report Reference No: PLC/925 Akzo Nobel Car Refinishes Australia Pty Ltd (ABN 26 087 571 882) of 269 Williamstown Road, Port Melbourne VIC 3207 has submitted a polymer of low concern (PLC) notification statement in support of their application for an assessment certificate for Polymer in SURPASS ELITE W Series. The notified polymer is intended to be used as a component of surface coatings. Up to 25 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 unacceptable risk to the health of workers and the public. Environmental Risk Assessment Based on the reported use pattern, the notified polymer is not expected to pose a 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. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 05, 03May 2011 27 Disposal The notified polymer should be disposed of to landfill. 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 surface coatings, 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 products containing the notified polymer were 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 05, 03May 2011 28 10 PUBLICATION SUMMARY REPORT RCP31325 Summary Report Reference No: PLC/973 Dupont (Australia) Ltd (ABN 59 000 716 469) of 7 Eden Park Drive, Macquarie Park, NSW 2113 has submitted a polymer of low concern (PLC) notification statement in support of their application for an assessment certificate for RCP31325. The notified polymer is intended to be used as a component of a finished paint product for aviation industry applications. Up to 5 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 unacceptable 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 unacceptable risk to the environment. 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. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 05, 03May 2011 29 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 of surface coatings, 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 05, 03May 2011 30 11 PUBLICATION SUMMARY REPORT Polymer in Nebores BO41-60SP Summary Report Reference No: PLC/975 PPG Industries Australia Pty Ltd (ABN 82 055 500 939) of McNaughton Rd, Clayton VIC 3168 has submitted a polymer of low concern (PLC) notification statement in support of their application for an assessment certificate for Polymer in Nebores BO41-60SP. The notified polymer is intended to be used as part of a two pack coating for steel structures and concrete at a concentration of < 6%. Up to 2 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, the notified polymer is not considered to pose an unacceptable 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 unacceptable risk to the environment. 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. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 05, 03May 2011 31 Environmental Recommendations No specific control measures are required to minimise release of the notified polymer to the environment. Disposal The notified polymer should be disposed to landfill. Storage The following precautions should be taken by workers regarding storage of the notified polymer: − Store in a segregated and approved area. − Store in original container protected from direct sunlight in a dry, cool and well ventilated area, away from incompatible materials (oxidising substances, strong acids, strong bases). 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 part of a two pack coating for steel structures and concrete, or is likely to change significantly; the amount of notified polymer being introduced has increased, or is likely to increase, significantly; Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 05, 03May 2011 32 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 05, 03May 2011 33 12 PUBLICATION SUMMARY REPORT Polymer in Nebothix C668-00 Summary Report Reference No: PLC/976 PPG Industries Australia Pty Ltd (ABN 82 055 500 939) of McNaughton Rd, Clayton VIC 3168 has submitted a polymer of low concern (PLC) notification statement in support of their application for an assessment certificate for Polymer in Nebothix C668-00. The notified polymer is intended to be used as a component of coatings for structural steel at a concentration of < 1%. Up to 0.6 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, the notified polymer is not considered to pose an unacceptable 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 unacceptable 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. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 05, 03May 2011 34 Recommendations No specific control measures are required to minimise release of the notified polymer to the environment. Disposal The notified polymer should be disposed to landfill. Storage The following precautions should be taken by workers regarding storage of the notified polymer: − Store in a segregated and approved area. − Store in original container protected from direct sunlight in a dry, cool and well ventilated area, away from incompatible materials (oxidising substances, strong acids, strong bases). 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 of coatings for structural steel, 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; Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 05, 03May 2011 35 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 05, 03May 2011 36 13 PUBLICATION SUMMARY REPORT Polymer in EPS 5724 Summary Report Reference No: PLC/981 The Valspar (Australia) Corporation Pty Ltd (ABN 82 000 039 396) of 203 Power Street, Glendenning NSW 2761 has submitted a polymer of low concern (PLC) notification statement in support of their application for an assessment certificate for Polymer in EPS 5724. The notified polymer is intended to be used as a component of coatings and sealers used on concrete, brick and masonry. Up to 7 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, the notified polymer is not considered to pose an unacceptable 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 unacceptable 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 05, 03May 2011 37 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 of coatings and sealers, 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 05, 03May 2011 38 14 PUBLICATION SUMMARY REPORT Polymer in Orgasol 1002 Summary Report Reference No: SAPLC/123 Arkema Pty Ltd (ABN 44 000 330 772) of Suite 103, 313 Canterbury Rd, Canterbury VIC 3126 has submitted a polymer of low concern (PLC) notification statement in support of their application for a self-assessed assessment certificate for Polymer in Orgasol 1002. The notified polymer is intended to be used as an additive in coatings or resins for composites. Up to 30 tonnes of the notified polymer will be imported per annum for each of the first five years. Hazard Assessment No toxicological data were submitted. The notified polymer meets the PLC criteria and can therefore be considered to be of low hazard. Occupational Health and Safety Under the conditions of the occupational settings described, the notified polymer is not considered to pose an unacceptable risk to the health of workers. Public Health Based on the assumed low hazard and the reported use pattern, the notified polymer is not considered to pose an unacceptable risk to public health. Environmental Effects The notified polymer is not considered to pose an unacceptable risk to the environment based on its reported use pattern. 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. Spray application should be carried out in accordance with the National Guidance Material for Spray Painting. A copy of the MSDS should be easily accessible to employees. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 05, 03May 2011 39 If products and mixtures containing the notified polymer are classified as hazardous to health in accordance with the NOHSC Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances, 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 by authorised landfill Emergency procedures Spills and/or accidental release of the notified polymer should be handled by physical containment, collection and re-used to the maximum extent practicable or subsequent safe disposal. Residues may be swept, whilst avoiding creating dust. 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 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 chemical has changed from an additive in coatings or resins for composites, or is likely to change significantly; the amount of notified polymer being introduced has increased, 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. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 05, 03May 2011 40 Material Safety Data Sheet The notifier has provided an MSDS as part of the notification statement. The accuracy of the information on the MSDS remains the responsibility of the notifier. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 05, 03May 2011 41 15 PUBLICATION SUMMARY REPORT Glycine, N-coco acyl derivs., sodium salts (Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate) Summary Report Reference No: SN/21 Unilever Australia Limited (ABN: 66 004 050 828) of 20 Cambridge Street, Epping, NSW and Amtrade International Pty Ltd (ABN: 49 006 409 936) of 574 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne, VIC 3004 have submitted a secondary notification statement in support of their application for an assessment certificate for Glycine, N-coco acyl derivs., sodium salts (Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate). The notified chemical is intended to be used as a component in leave-on (at ≤5%) and rinse-off (at ≤15%) cosmetic products. Up to 45 tonnes of the notified chemical will be imported per annum for each of the first five years. Hazard Classification Based on the available data the notified chemical is classified as hazardous according to the Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances [NOHSC:1008(2004)] with the following risk phrases: R38 Irritating to skin R41 Risk of serious damage to eyes As a comparison only, the classification of notified chemical/polymer using the Globally Harmonised System for the Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) (United Nations, 2009) is presented below. This system is not mandated in Australia and carries no legal status but is presented for information purposes. Skin irritation Irritant Environment Hazard category 2 Hazard statement Causes skin irritation 2A Causes serious eye irritation Acute 3 Harmful to aquatic life 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 The notified chemical is not expected to pose a risk to the environment based on its reported use pattern and estimated PEC/PNEC ratio. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 05, 03May 2011 42 Recommendations Regulatory Controls Hazard Classification and Labelling Safe Work Australia, should consider the following health hazard classification for the notified chemical: Xi: R41 Risk of serious damage to eyes Xi: R38 Irritating to skin Use the following risk phrases for products/mixtures containing the notified chemical: Conc. ≥20%: Xi; R41; R38; ≥10% Conc. <20%: Xi; R41; ≥5% Conc. <10%: Xi; R36. The notified chemical has previously been referred for scheduling in the Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Medicines and Poisons (SUSMP) based on the results of skin and eye irritation tests. Control Measures Occupational Health and Safety Employers should implement the following engineering controls to minimise occupational exposure to the notified chemical as introduced and during reformulation into consumer products: Adequate ventilation where exposure to dust or aerosols of the notified chemical is possible Reformulation and packing conducted using enclosed and automated processes Employers should implement the following safe work practices to minimise occupational exposure during handling of the notified chemical as introduced and during reformulation into consumer products: Avoid contact with skin and eyes Avoid generation of dusts Do not breathe dust Provision of emergency eye wash facilities and showers Employers should ensure that the following personal protective equipment is used by workers to minimise occupational exposure to the notified chemical as introduced and during reformulation into cosmetic products: Eye/face protection Impermeable gloves Coveralls Suitable respirators where inhalation exposure to dusts of the notified chemical might occur. 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 05, 03May 2011 43 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 NOHSC Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances, workplace practices and control procedures consistent with provisions of State and Territory hazardous substances legislation must be in operation. Public Health Consumer products containing the notified chemical at concentrations ≥5% should be labelled with a warning against eye contact, and directions on first aid measures if the product contacts the eye (e.g. avoid contact with eyes, in case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice). Precautionary warning on possible skin irritation is also recommended for leave on products. The following measures should be taken to minimise public exposure to the notified chemical: the notified chemical should not be used in spray products for consumer/domestic use. 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 must be notified in writing within 28 days by the notifier, other importer or manufacturer: (1) Under Section 64(1) of the Act; if Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 05, 03May 2011 44 the notified chemical is to be used in spray products. or (2) Under Section 64(2) of the Act; if the function or use of the chemical has changed from a component in leave-on (at ≤5%) or rinse-off (at ≤15%) cosmetic products, or is likely to change significantly; the amount of chemical being introduced has increased from 45 tonnes, or is likely to increase, significantly; if 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 05, 03May 2011 45 16 PUBLICATION SUMMARY REPORT Infineum 6399 Summary Report Reference No: EX/162 Infineum Australia Pty Ltd (ABN: 24 084 881 863) of Level 2/6 Riverside Quay, Southbank VIC 3006 has submitted a standard notification statement in support of their application for an assessment certificate for Infineum 6399. The notified chemical is intended to be used as an additive in finished diesel fuels. Up to 50 tonnes of the notified chemical will be imported per annum for each of the first five years. Since the assessment certificate has been granted for the above notified polymer, Caltex Australia Petroleum Pty Ltd (ABN: 17 000 032 128) of 2 Solander Street, Kurnell, NSW 2231 has submitted an application for extension of the assessment certificate, together with a written agreement of the holder of the original certificate (Infineum Australia Pty Ltd) for importing up to 325 tonnes of the notified polymer per annum for use as an additive in finished diesel fuels. Hazard Classification Based on the available data the notified chemical is not classified as hazardous under the Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances [NOHSC:1008(2004)]. 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 reported use pattern, the notified chemical is not considered to pose a risk to the environment. Risk assessment relating to extension application The proposed use and fate of the notified polymer will not change significantly under the proposed extension. The circumstances in the extension application are not expected to impact on the original human health and environmental risk assessment. Recommendations Control Measures Occupational Health and Safety Employers should implement the following safe work practices to minimise occupational exposure when handling the notified chemical at high concentrations i.e. the imported additive: Avoid eye contact Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 05, 03May 2011 46 Employers should ensure that the following personal protective equipment is used by workers to minimise occupational exposure when handling the notified chemical at high concentrations i.e. the imported additive: Protective eyewear 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 or thermally decomposed during container reconditioning. Emergency procedures Spills and/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(2) of the Act; if the function or use of the chemical has changed from an additive in finished diesel fuels, or is likely to change significantly; the amount of chemical being introduced has increased from 325 tonnes, or is likely to increase, significantly; the chemical has begun to be manufactured in Australia; Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 05, 03May 2011 47 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 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. Extension Application The extension applicant has provided an MSDS of a product containing the notified chemical which was reviewed by NICNAS. The accuracy of the information on the MSDS remains the responsibility of the extension applicant. Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 05, 03May 2011 48 17 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 05, 03May 2011 49 18 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 NAME NUMBER COMPANY CHEMICAL HAZARDOUS POSTCODE OR TRADE SUBSTANCE QUANTITY USE PERIOD APPROVED NAME 776 DOW CHEMICAL (AUSTRALIA) LTD 3018 777 DOW CHEMICAL (AUSTRALIA) LTD 3018 778 CHAMPION TECHNOLOGIES PTY LTD 6102 779 PPG INDUSTRIES AUSTRALIA PTY LIMITED 3168 780 EXPANZ INTERNATIONAL PTY LTD 3079 MDI Based Urethane Polymer P96917 MDI Based Urethane Polymer P02243 Chemical in Gastreat 2/2 Yes 4000 kg Yes 4000 kg Yes 4000 kg Polymer in D8260Activator for WB Engine Bay Converter Polymer in Carbodilite V-02-L2 Yes 1000 kg Yes 1000 kg Sealant for automotive windscreen replacement Sealant for automotive windscreen replacement Processing aid for offshore oil and gas production facilities Hardner product for water based automotive paint Component of surface coating 1 yr 1 yr 2 yrs 1 yr 2 yrs N.D.: not determined; insufficient data available to effect a health effects classification under Approved Criteria [NOHSC:1008(1999)] Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 05, 03May 2011 50 19 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 738 BASF Australia Ltd Polymer in SOKALAN RO 1000 Reverse osmosic membrane antiscalant for water treatment 739 DuPont (Australia) Ltd Polymer in Resin 425 Component of coatings for use on vehicles 740 Akzo Nobel Pty Limited Polymer in Alcosphere 747 Component in detergent cleaning products and liquid laundry detergents Chemical Gazette Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 05, 03May 2011 51 20 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 3 Chemicals Eligible for Listing on the Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances CHEMICAL NAME Poly(oxy-1,4-butanediyl), .alpha.-hydro.omega.-hydroxy-, polymer with 1,3diisocyanatomethylbenzene and 5isocyanato-1-(isocyanatomethyl)1,3,3-trimethylcyclohexane Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.,.alpha.'[[[4-[2-[4-[[bis(2-hydroxyethyl) amino]sulfonyl]phenyl]diazenyl]-3methylphenyl]imino]di-2,1-ethanediyl]bis [.omega.-hydroxy2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, 2(dimethylamino)ethyl ester, polymer with butyl 2-propenoate, 2-hydroxyethyl 2propenoate, 2-[2-(2methoxyethoxy)ethoxy]ethyl 2-methyl-2propenoate and methyl 2-methyl-2propenoate Isocyanic acid, polymethylenepolyphenylene ester, polymer with 1,1’-methylenebis[4isocyanatobenzene], 2-(2butoxyethoxy)ethanol- and propylene glycolblocked 2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, 1,1'-(1,2ethanediyl) ester, polymer with diethenylbenzene, 1,1-dimethylethyl 2methyl-2-propenoate, ethenylbenzene and ethenylethylbenzene 2,5-Furandione, polymer with ethene and 1propene, reaction products with 3nitrobenzenamine 2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, butyl ester, polymer with butyl 2-propenoate, 2hydroxyethyl 2-methyl-2-propenoate, 1,2propanediol mono(2-methyl-2-propenoate) and rel-(1R,2R,4R)-1,7,7trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-yl 2-methyl-2propenoate, bis(1,1-dimethylpropyl) peroxide-initiated [1,1'-Biphenyl]-2-ol, potassium salt 1-Decene, sulfurized Chemical Gazette MOLECULAR FORMULA CAS NUMBER (C12H18N2O2.C9H6N2O2.(C4H8O)n H2O)x 1269780-86-0 (C2H4O)n(C2H4O)nC21H30N4O6S 1269780-84-8 (C11H20O5.C8H15NO2.C7H12O2.C5 H8O3.C5H8O2)x 1269780-85-9 Unspecified 1269780-49-5 (C10H14O4.C10H12.C10H10.C8H14O2. C8H8)x 1265324-60-4 Unspecified 1263319-23-8 Unspecified 1234299-06-9 C12H10O.K Unspecified 13707-65-8 72162-15-3 Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 05, 03May 2011 52 1-Propanaminium, 2-hydroxy-N, N, Ntrimethyl-3-[(1-oxydocosyl)oxy-, chloride (1:1) 2,5-Furandione, polymer with 2,4,4trimethyl-1-pentene, esters with polyethylene glycol mono-C12-14-alkyl ethers, sodium salts 2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, polymer with butyl 2-methyl-2-propenoate, N-(1,1dimethyl-3-oxobutyl)-2-propenamide, ethenylbenzene, 2-ethylhexyl 2-propenoate, methyl 2-methyl-2-propenoate and 2-(2-oxo1-imidazolidinyl)ethyl 2-methyl-2propenoate, ammonium salt Alkenes, C18-24 alpha-, sulfurized Benzenesulfonic acid mono C20-26branched alkyl derivs., calcium salts Benzenesulfonic acid mono C20-28branched alkyl derivs., calcium salts Fatty acids, rape oil, hydrogenated, reaction products with diethylenetriamine, di-Me sulfate-quaternized Lithium, 12-hydroxyoctadecanoate sebacate complexes Octadecadienoic acid Oxirane, 2-ethyl-, polymer with 2methyloxirane, 2-aminoethylethyl 4nonylphenylether, branched, reaction products with 2-ethyloxirane Siloxanes and Silicones, di-Me, 3hydroxypropyl Me, ethers with polyethylene glycol mono-Me ether and polypropylene glycol mono-Me ether Succinoglycan Amines, tallow alkyl, reaction products with cyclohexylamine and 1,1'methylenebis[isocyanatobenzene] 2-Propenoic acid, telomer with phosphonic acid and sodium 2-methyl-2-[(1-oxo-2propen-1-yl)amino]-1-propanesulfonate (1:1), peroxydisulfuric acid ([(HO)S(O)2]2O2) sodium salt (1:2)initiated Chemical Gazette C28H58NO3.Cl 69537-38-8 Unspecified 201556-07-2 (C11H20O2.C9H15NO2.C9H14N2O3. C8H14O2.C8H8.C5H8O2.C4H6O2)x.x H3N 1151518-47-6 Unspecified 72162-34-6 Unspecified 722503-94-8 Unspecified 722503-95-9 C4H13N3.C2H6O4S.Unspecified 97281-29-3 Unspecified 68815-49-6 C18H32O2 121250-47-3 Unspecified 188734-83-0 Unspecified 472975-82-9 Unspecified 73667-50-2 Unspecified 1078712-83-0 Unspecified 514826-28-9 Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 05, 03May 2011 53 21 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 4 Chemicals Eligible for Immediate Listing on the Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances CHEMICAL NAME Aspartic acid, N,N'-[methylenebis(2-methyl-4,1cyclohexanediyl)]bis-, tetraethyl ester Aspartic acid, N,N'-(methylenedi-4,1cyclohexanediyl)bis-, tetraethyl ester Ferrate(1-), bis[4-[2-[5-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-2(hydroxy-.kappa.O)phenyl]diazenyl-.kappa.N1]3-(hydroxy-.kappa.O)-N-phenyl-2naphthalenecarboxamidato(2-)]-, hydrogen (1:1) Chemical Gazette MOLECULAR FORMULA CAS NUMBER C31H54N2O8 136210-32-7 C29H50N2O8 136210-30-5 C54H46FeN6O6.H 960154-34-1 Commonwealth of Australia Gazette No. C 05, 03May 2011