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In accordance with Regulations (EC) n. 1907/2006, (EC) n. 1272/2008 and (EU) n. 453/2010 (Annex I)
SECTION 1
IDENTIFICATION OF THE MIXTURE AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
1.1 Product identifier
Trade names of the mixture
BLACK LABEL DANKAR 8 mg
BLACK LABEL NERO 8 mg
BLACK LABEL TORCH 8 mg
BLACK LABEL SABOR 8 mg
BLACK LABEL SPECIAL ONE 8 mg
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the mixture and uses advised against
Identified use:
Uses advised against:
Liquid for electronic cigarettes
Any use other than the identified use above
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Distributor:
Smart Evolution Trading srl
Address:
Corso Re Umberto, 7 - 10121 Torino - ITALY
Telephone:
+39 0113747830
Fax:
+39 0113747829
E-mail address:
info@puffcigarette.it
E-mail address of the competent person responsible for the safety data sheet : info@puffcigarette.it
1.4 Emergency telephone number
Telephone number (office hour): +39 0113747830
SECTION 2
HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
2.1 Classification of the mixture
Classification of the mixture according to Directive 1999/45/EC:
Xn, R21 - Harmful in contact with skin
Main adverse effects:
Contact with skin may cause skin irritation, flushing, headache, dizziness, nausea, excessive salivation, weakness,
abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea.
See also Section from 9 to 12
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2.2 Label elements
Labelling of the mixture according to Directive 1999/45/EC:
Symbol of danger:
Xn
Risk phrases (R phrases):
Safety advices (S phrases):
Additional information:
Further warnings:
R21 - Harmful in contact with skin
S1/2 – Keep locked up and out of reach of children
S13 – Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs
S24 – Avoid contact with skin
S45/46 – If swallowed, in case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical
advice immediately, where possible show the label, the container and this leaflet
Contains: NICOTINE
Sale prohibited to persons under 18 years of age • Do not use if you suffer from
respiratory and / or cardiovascular diseases • Do not use during pregnancy and
lactation • Keep the container tightly closed • Do not tamper with the contents •
Do not swallow • Handle with care • Avoid contact with eyes and skin • The use
of protective gloves is advisable • In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately
with running water. Do not use any eyewash or ointment before ophthalmologist
examination or advice • In case of direct contact with skin, wash immediately
with plenty of running water, and possibly with soap, any areas of the body
which have come into contact with the product, even if only suspected. Take off
immediately all contaminated clothing • Do not release to the environment. Do
not empty into drains • Store in a cool, ventilated, dry place, away from direct
sunlight and heat sources.
2.3 Other hazards (which do not result in classification)
The mixture components do not meet the criteria for PBT or vPvB in accordance with Annex XIII of REACH
Regulation.
SECTION 3
COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Propylene glycol- and Glycerine-based mixture, containing nicotine and food flavourings.
Hazardous component:
Name
EC
Number
CAS
Number
Conc.
%
(w/w)
Classification
(67/548/ECC)
Classification
(1272/2008/EC)
Occupational
exposure limits
Nicotine
200-193-3
54-11-5
0.8
T+, R27
T, R25
N, R51/53
Acute Tox.1, H310
Acute Tox.3*, H301
Aquatic Chronic 2, H411
OEL-TWA:
0.5 mg/m3
For the explanation of Hazard statements and Risk phrases: see Section 16
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SECTION 4
FIRST AID MEASURES
4.1 Description of first aid measures
Skin contact:
Ingestion:
Eye contact:
Inhalation:
In case of direct contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of running water,
and possibly with soap, any areas of the body which have come into contact with
the product. Consult a physician.
If swallowed, do not induce vomiting, do not give anything by mouth if the person
is unconscious. Consult a physician immediately.
In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with running water. Do not use any
eyewash or ointment before ophthalmologist examination or advice. In case of
irritation, consult a physician.
In case of inhalation of large quantities of product, move the person to fresh air.
Provide assisted ventilation if breathing is difficult. Consult a physician
immediately.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Nicotine is well absorbed through the skin. Following the skin contact, the effects that may occur are due to the local
and systemic effects of Nicotine: skin irritation, redness, swelling, headache, dizziness, nausea, excessive salivation,
weakness, abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea.(1)
The inhalation of the product may cause: coughing, irritation of the oral cavity, headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting,
diarrhea, heartburn, abdominal pain, excessive salivation, weakness.(1)
The ingestion of the product may cause: nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, headache, excessive sweating,
paleness, weakness.(1)
The direct contact with eyes may cause irritation. Symptoms may include redness, swelling, pain and tearing.
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice.
SECTION 5
FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media:
Unsuitable extinguishing media:
Water spray, carbon dioxide (CO2), dry chemical, foam.
Water jets may not be effective to extinguish fire. Use water jets to cool containers
exposed to flames and heat.
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Hazardous combustion products:
When the mixture burns, it may produce toxic fumes containing COx, NOx.
5.3 Advice for fire-fighters
Reccomendations on protective
actions to be taken and special
protective equipment for firefighters:
Cool containers with water jets. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA),
protective equipments for eyes and face, boots, gloves, complying with the
relevant EN standards.
SECTION 6
ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
For non-emergency personnel
In case of accidental release of significant quantities of the product, move away from the area surrounding the spill.
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Ventilate the area. Remove all sources of ignition and heat.
For emergency responders
Stop the leak, if it can be done safely. Wear appropriate protective equipment (see Section 8) to minimize exposure to
the product.
6.2 Environmental precautions
In case of accidental release or spill of significant quantities, prevent entry of the product into waterways, sewers; if the
mixture has entered into waterways or sewers, or has contaminated the soil or the vegetation, notify the authorities.
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Stop the spill as soon as possible. Ventilate the area. Remove all sources of ignition and heat. Absorb the spill with
absorbent inert materials (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth), wearing appropriate personal protective equipment, and
dispose of in accordance with current regulations. Wash the area with water.
6.4 Reference to other sections
See also sections from 8 to 13.
SECTION 6
HANDLING AND STORAGE
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Reccomendations for handling:
Handle with care. Avoid contact with skin.
It is advisable to wear protective gloves during the charging operation of the
electronic cigarette.
Avoid contact with eyes.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Reccomendations for storage:
Store in the original containers, tightly closed and properly labelled. Keep away
from food and drink. Store in a cool, ventilated, dry place, away from direct
sunlight and sources of heat.
7.3 Specific end uses
Reccomendations for the end use as liquid for electronic cigarettes: keep out of the reach of children.; avoid contact
with eyes and skin; Use according to the instructions of the supplier.
SECTION 8
EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
8.1 Control parameters
Community/National
occupational
exposure
limit
values:
Non-Community
occupational
exposure limit values:
DNEL (derived no effect level):
Propylene glycol: (2)
OEL-TWA (Nicotine): 0.5 mg/m3; Notation: skin (Directive 2006/15/EC)
TLV–TWA (Nicotine): 0.5 mg/m3; Notation: skin (ACGIH 2012)
DNEL workers
Long term exposure, systemic effects, via inhalation: 168 mg/m3
Long term exposure, local effects, via inhalation: 10 mg/m3
DNEL consumers
Long term exposure, systemic effects, via inhalation: 50 mg/m3
Long term exposure, local effects, via inhalation: 10 mg/m3
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Glycerol: (3)
DNEL workers
Long term exposure, local effects, via inhalation: 56 mg/m3
DNEL consumers
Long term exposure, local effects, via inhalation: 33 mg/m3
Long term exposure, systemic effects, oral route: 229 mg/kg bw/day
PNEC (predicted no effect concentration):
Propylene glycol: (2)
PNEC aqua
Freshwater: 260 mg/l
Marine water: 26 mg/l
Aqua (intermittent releases): 183 mg/l
PNEC sewage treatment plant: 20000 mg/l
PNEC sediment
Freshwater: 572 mg/kg dry weight
Marine water: 57.2 mg/kg dry weight
PNEC soil: 50 mg/kg dry weight
Glycerol: (3)
PNEC aqua
Freshwater 0.885 mg/l
Marine water: 0.0885 mg/l
Aqua (intermittent releases): 8.85 mg/l
PNEC sewage treatment plant: 1000 mg/l
PNEC sediment
Freshwater: 3.3 mg/kg dry weight
Marine water: 0.33 mg/kg dry weight
PNEC soil: 0.141 mg/kg dry weight
8.2 Exposure controls
Hand protection:
Eye/face protection:
Environmental exposure controls:
It is advisable to wear protective gloves during the charging operation of the
electronic cigarette and collecting the liquid accidentally spilled.
Protection for eye/face are not needed during the normal use of the product.
Do not release to the environment. Do not empty into drains.
SECTION 9
PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance:
Colour:
Odour:
pH:
Density:
Freezing point:
Boiling point:
Water solubility:
Flammability:
Oxidizing properties:
liquid
various (depending on food flavourings used)
characteristic of the food flavourings used
about 8.5
about 1.12 g/ml
Propylene glycol: - 20°C; Glycerol: 18 °C
Propylene glycol: 184°C; Glycerol: >290°C
miscible
not flammable
not oxidizing
SECTION 10
STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
10.1 Reactivity
Propylene glycol, Glycerol and Nicotine react with oxidizing and reducing agents, strong acids.
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10.2 Chemical stability
The mixture is stable under the normal conditions of temperature and pressure and if stored in containers in a cool, and
ventilated place.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
Under normal conditions of storage and use, no hazardous reactions occur.
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Do not expose containers to direct sunlight and sources of heat
10.5 Incompatible materials
Avoid contact with oxidizing and reducing agents, strong acids.
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Decomposition products can include: COx, NOx.
SECTION 11
TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Symptoms and effects for every exposure route:
Dermal:
The contact with skin may cause: skin irritation, redness, swelling, headache,
dizziness, nausea, excessive salivation, weakness, abdominal pain, vomiting,
diarrhea .
Oral:
The ingestion of the product may cause: nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea,
headache, excessive sweating, paleness, weakness
Eyes:
The direct contact with eyes may cause irritation, with redness and tearing.
Inhalation:
The inhalation of the product may cause: coughing, irritation of the oral cavity,
headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, heartburn, abdominal pain,
excessive salivation, weakness.
Toxicological information on components:
Acute toxicity:
Oral:
Nicotine: LD50 (rat): 50-60 mg/kg body weight; the lethal dose for humans: 0.5-1
mg/kg bw (total dose 30-60 mg), with possible toxic effects at doses of 0.03-0.8
mg/kg bw (about 2-5 mg).
Nicotine poisoning is associated with: nausea, excessive salivation, abdominal pain,
vomiting, diarrhea, excessive sweating, headache, dizziness, weakness.
In severe poisoning, tremor, palpitations, respiratory failure, convulsions and
cardiovascular collapse may occur. Death occurs from circulatory and respiratory
paralysis. (1)
Propylene glycol: LD50 (rat) : 22000 mg/kg body weight.(2)
Glycerol: LD50 (rat): 27200 mg/kg body weight (3)
Dermal:
Nicotine: LL50 (rabbit): 50 mg/kg bw.(4)
Nicotine is well absorbed through the skin; the toxic effects that may occur are due
to the systemic effects of Nicotine (see symptoms of acute poisoning).
Propylene glycol: LD50 (rabbit) > 2000 mg/kg body weight (2)
Glycerol: LD50 (guinea pig) : 56750 mg/kg (3)
Inhalation:
Nicotine: experimental studies on acute toxicity via inhalation are not available. The
toxic that may occur are due to the systemic effects of Nicotine (see symptoms of
acute poisoning).(1)
Propylene glycol: LC50 (rabbit) > 100000 ppm (2h) (2)
Glycerol: LC50 (rat) > 2.75 mg/l (4h)(3)
Corrosion/irritation:
Skin:
Nicotine: irritant effects are reported during the use of patches containing
nicotine.(1)
Propylene glycol: not irritant (test on rabbit) (2)
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Glycerol: not irritant (test on rabbit) (3)
Propylene glycol: may cause slight irritation (test on rabbit) (2)
Glycerol: not irritant (test on rabbit) (3)
Eyes:
Sensitisation:
Skin:
Propylene glycol: not sensitizer (in vivo test) (2)
Repeated dose toxicity:
Nicotine: chronic exposure may lead to cardiovascular disease, hypertension, peptic
ulcers and effects on the immune system.(1)
Propylene glycol: chronic toxicity studies on rats, treated via oral and inhalation
administration, no significant adverse effects were noted (NOAEL (oral): 1700
(female) e 2100 (male) mg/kg bw/day; NOAEC: 1000 (female) e 2200 (male)
mg/m3. (2)
Glycerol: chronic toxicity studies on rats, treated via oral and dermal
administration, no adverse effects were noted. Irritant effects were observed in the
superior respiratory tract of rats, exposed to Glycerol aerosols (max conc. 660
mg/m3) for 6 h/day, for 5 days/week, for 13 weeks. (3)
CMR Effects:
Mutagenicity:
Nicotine and Propylene glycol: in vivo and in vitro studies have not shown
genotoxic potential.(1)(2)
Glycerol: in vitro studies have not shown genotoxic potential.(3)
Nicotine: there is no evidence that nicotine is carcinogenic(1)
Propylene glycol, Glycerol: studies on animals have not shown carcinogenic
effects.(2)(3)
Nicotine: is considered potentially fetotoxic.(1)
Propylene glycol, Glycerol: no toxic effects for reproduction were observed in
studies on animals. (2)(3)
Carcinogenicity:
Toxicity for reproduction.:
SECTION 12
ECOLOGIC INFORMATION
12.1 Toxicity
Ecotoxicological information on components:
Aquatic toxicity:
Toxicity for fish:
Nicotine: LC50 (96 h): 4 mg/l (1)
Propylene glycol: LC50 (96 h): 40613 mg/l (2)
Glycerol: LC50 (96 h): 54000 mg/l (3
Toxicity for aquatic invertebrates:
Nicotine LC0 (48 h): 0.242 mg/l (Daphnia pulex)(1)
Propylene glycol: LC50 (48 h): 18340 mg/l (Ceriodaphnia dubia) (2
Glycerol: LC50 (48 h): 1955 mg/l (Daphnia magna) (3
Toxicity for aquatic algae:
Propylene glycol: EC50 (72 h): 24200 mg/l (Selenastrum capricornutum) (2)
12.2 Persistence and degradability
Propylene glycol, Glycerol and Nicotine are biodegradable.(2)(3)(5)
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
Based on the value of the octanol/water partition coefficient, Nicotine (Log Kow = 1.17 (1)), Propylene glycol (Log Kow
= -1.07 (2)) and Glycerol (Log Kow = -1.75 (3)) are expected to be not bioaccumulative.
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12.4 Mobility in soil
Based on the calculated value of the adsorption coefficient in soil (Koc), Propylene glycol (Koc = 2.9 l/kg )(2) and
Glycerol (Koc = 0.13 l/kg)(6) and Nicotine (Koc = 48.23 l/kg)(7)are expected to have high mobility in soil.
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
Propylene glycol, Glycerol and Nicotine: do not meet the classification criteria for PBT or vPvB in accordance with
Annex XIII of REACH Regulation.
12.6 Other adverse effects
No other adverse effects are expected.
SECTION 13
DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
13.1 Waste treatment methods
Do not release the product and its container to the environment. Comply with local and national regulations regarding
waste disposal.
SECTION 14
TRASPORT INFORMATION
Classified for transport in accordance with ADR/RID, IMDG, IATA regulations:
- UN Number:
- UN shipping name:
1654
NICOTINE
ADR
RID
Class, code, group: 6.1 T1 II
Hazard identification No: 60
LQ (Limited quantity): 100 mL
Restriction codes for tunnels: (D/E)
Class, code, group: 6.1 T1 II
Hazard identification No: 60
LQ (Limited quantity): 100 mL
IMDG
IATA
Class: 6.1
Packing group: II
Limited quantity: 100 mL
EmS No: F-A, S-A
Marine pollutant: NO
Class: 6.1
Hazard label: Toxic
Packing group: II
Erg Code: 6L
Passenger and cargo: (LIMITED QUANTITY) P.I.: Y641; max net
quantity /package: 1 L;
Passenger and cargo: P.I.: 654; max net quantity /package: 5 L;
Cargo only: P.I.: 662; max net quantity /package: 60 L.
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- Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code:
Transport in bulk is not foreseen.
SECTION 15
REGULATORY INFORMATION
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
Directive 2001/95/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 3 December 2001 on general product safety.
15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment
Not required.
SECTION 16
OTHER INFORMATION
Revision of the Safety Data Sheet: n. 1
Revision date: December 6, 2013
Changes to the previous version of the safety data sheet: section 1.
Bibliographic sources
(1) Nicotine,
Initial risk assessment report of the United Kingdom under Article 8(1) of 91/414/EEC, March 2008
CHEM, Propylene glycol, CAS 57-55-6
(3) ECHA CHEM, Glycerol, CAS 56-81-5
(4) Nicotine, Quarterly Bulletin, Association of Food and Drug Officials of the United States. Vol. 16, 1952.
(5) Nicotine, Environmental fate and effects of nicotine released during cigarette production, Environ Toxicol Chem. July 2008
(6) EPISUITE, Glycerol, CAS 56-81-5
(7)
EPISUITE, Nicotine, CAS 54-11-5
(2) ECHA
Abbreviations and acronyms:
- ACGIH: American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
- CAS: Chemical Abstract Service
- CMR: (substances) Carcinogenic, Mutagenic and toxic to Reproduction
- PBT: persistent, bioaccumulative and toxic
- vPvB: very persistent and very bioaccumulative
- OEL-TWA: (Occupational Exposure Limit - Time Weighted Average), average exposure on the basis of a 8h/day
- TLV-TWA: (Threshold limit value - Time weighted average): average exposure on the basis of a 8h/day, 40h/week work schedule.
- LD50: median Lethal Dose
- LC50: median Lethal concentration
- EC50: median Effect Concentration
- NOAEL, NOAEC: No observed adverse effect level/concentration; the highest dose/concentration of the substance having no observed adverse
effect
Full text of the Risk phrases (R phrases):
R21
Harmful in contact with skin
R27
Very toxic in contact with skin
R25
Toxic if swallowed
R51/53
Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic
environment
Full text of the Hazard statements (H phrases):
H310
Fatal in contact with skin
H301
Toxic if swallowed
H411
Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Safety Data Sheet prepared by: Chemsafe Srl, Colleretto Giacosa (TO)
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NOTICE TO USERS
This document aims to provide a guidance for the appropriate handling of this product. The product should not be used
for purposes other than those mentioned in section 1, unless adequate information about handling the material. are
received.
The supplier of this document can not provide warnings related to any risk arising from the use or from the interaction
with other materials or chemicals. The safe use of the product, the suitability of the product for the use which is applied
or its proper disposal are responsibility of the user. The reported information should not be considered a declaration or a
guarantee, either expressed or implied, of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, of quality or any other type.
The information contained in this SDS are in accordance with Annex I of Regulation No 453/2010/EU.
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