July 29, 2008
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET (MSDS)
1.IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE / PREPARATION
Trade name: PROTECTIVE FOR PLASTIC
Commercial code:
Product type and use: PROTECTION FOR PLASTIC SURFACES
2.IDENTIFICATION OF HAZARDS
2.1 Classification of the substance or preparation
The product, under Directive 67/548/EEC and 1999/45/EC regulations and
subsequent changes, is classified as:
Highly flammable.
2.2 Danger Identification
Highly flammable
3. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical characterization: Preparation of hybrid materials modified in ethanolic solution
Hazardous to health, in accordance with Directive 67/548/EEC and following updating , or
substances for which there are limits of exposure and requiring the preparation of the
safety data sheet in conformity with the provisions of Regulation (EC) 1907/2006:
Ethanol
Index No.: 603 - 002 - 00-5
EINECS No.: 200 - 578-6
CAS Nr: 64 - 17-5
F, R 11
The full text of risk phrases (R) is specified in section 16 of the sheet.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Skin contact:
Remove contaminated clothing. Wash with plenty of water.
If irritation persists, SEEK IMMEDIATE A DOCTOR.
Eye contact:
Immediately wash with water current, open eyelids, for at least 10 minutes.
If necessary SEEK A MEDICAL EXAMINATION.
Ingestion:
Drink plenty of water immediately. Do NOT induce vomiting.
SEEK A MEDICAL EXAMINATION IMMEDIATELY
Inhalation
Ventilate the premises. Immediately remove the patient from the contaminated area
keep him resting in a well-ventilated area. If symptoms persist CALL A DOCTOR .
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
The product is highly flammable
Suitable extinguishing agents:
In case of fire use CO2, alcohol-resistant foam, chemical powders according to the
materials involved in fire.
Not adequate extinguishing media
Risks arising from combustion:
Combustible. Vapours heavier than air mixture forms explosive mixture with air at
room temperature.
Protective equipment:
Do not stay in dangerous zone without suitable clothing protection chemicals and
aqualung
Additional precautions:
Cool containers with water spray from a distance of safety. Contain escaping
vapours with water. Prevent the water used for fire-fighting from draining as water
surface or as groundwater.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions:
Do not inhale vapours / aerosols. Ensure adequate ventilation
indoors.
Environmental precautions:
Do not drain the product into the drainage system: risk of explosion!
Ensure adequate ventilation. Remove all sources of ignition. Collect leaking and
spilled liquid in sealed containers as far as possible. Wash away residue with plenty of
water. Dispose contaminated material as waste as stated in paragraph 13 of this MSDS.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
7.1. Manipulation
Ensure good ventilation in the workplace. The correct procedures include the
maintenance of the product away from heat, sparks and other ignition sources. Not
smoking. Protect against electrostatic charges.
7.2. Storage
Store in closed containers in well-ventilated areas.
7.3. Specific use
8. PERSONAL PROTECTION / EXPOSURE CONTROL
8.1 Exposure limit values
For substances contained in the product the following values were defined
exposure limit:
Ethanol
MAK (TRGS 900): 1900 mg / m³ - 1000 ml / m³ - 500 ppm
Peak Limit: 4
TLV: 1000 ppm as TWA A4 (not classifiable as human carcinogen)
8.2 Exposure controls
General protective and hygienic measures:
Protective clothing should be selected specifically for the particular workplace,
according to the concentration and quantity of hazardous substances handled. The
resistance of protective clothing for chemicals should be ascertained with the respective
suppliers.
Observe the usual precautionary measures when handling chemicals:
- Keep away from food and drink
- Remove contaminated clothing
- Do not inhale gas / fumes / aerosols
- Avoid contact with skin,
- Avoid contact with eyes.
-Give adequate ventilation to the premises where the product is stored and / or
manipulated.
- Avoid the production and dissemination of mists and aerosols.
Respiratory protection:
Necessary when generating vapour / spray.
Use masks with organic vapour filters (DIN 3181).
Hand protection:
Use protective gloves.
Eye protection:
Safety goggles or face splash protection.
Skin protection:
Apply a barrier cream. Wash your hands after handling the substance.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance: Colourless liquid
Odour: Characteristic alcohol
pH: ~ 2 (500 g / l - 20 ° C)
Melting point: N.A.
Boiling point: 78 ° C
Flash point: <21 ° C
Ignition temperature: 425 ° C
Explosive Properties: Possible formation of explosive mixtures air-vapours
Explosion limits: Inf> 3.5% Vol - Vol 28% Sup
Oxidizing properties: n.a
Vapour pressure: 59 hPa (20 ° C)
Density: 0.8 g / cm ³ (20 ° C)
Water solubility: Soluble (20 ° C)
Lipid solubility n.a
Partition coefficient (n-octanol/water): n a
Vapour density: n.a
Dynamic viscosity: ~ 2 mPas
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
10.1. Conditions to avoid
The mixture of air /vapours are combustible when they are heated to high
temperature. During warm vapours may be flammable.
10.2. Materials to avoid
Strong oxidizers.
10.3. Hazardous Decomposition Products
When heated or in case of fire CO may be released and CO2.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
There are not toxicological data available on the product itself. Consider therefore ,
the concentration of each substance in order to avoid the toxicological effects deriving
from the preparation exposure
Set out below is the toxicological information relating to main substances in the
preparation .
Ethanol .
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour and
by ingestion. A harmful contamination of the air will reached rather slowly on evaporation
of this substance at 20 ° C.
The substance is irritating to the eyes. Inhalation of high concentration of vapour may
cause irritation of the eyes and respiratory tract.
The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system.
The liquid has degreasing characteristics for the skin. The substance may have
effect on the high respiratory tract of the central nervous system causing irritation,
headaches, fatigue and poor concentration.
In case of ingestion of large quantities: nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea.
Chronic ingestion of ethanol may cause liver cirrhosis.
After absorption of large amounts: a lack of saliva, inebriation, narcosis, and respiratory
paralysis.
The ethanol consumption during pregnancy can have adverse effects on
unborn child.
Acute toxicity
LC50 (inhalation, rat):> 8000 mg / l / 4 h
LD5 0 (dermal, rabbit):> 20000 mg / kg
LD5 0 (oral, rat): 6200 mg / kg
LD5 0 (intraperitoneal, rat): 3600 mg / kg
LD5 0 (oral, rat): 3450 mg / kg
Specific symptoms on animal studies
Eye irritation test (rabbit): Irritations
Skin irritation test (rabbit): No irritation
Sub acute to chronic
Sensitisation:
Sensitisation test (Magnusson and Kligman): negative
Bacterial mutagenicity: Salmonella typhimurium: negative
Bacterial mutagenicity: Ames test: negative
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION .
Use according to good working practices, avoid dispersion
the product to reach ground water, water bodies and drainage systems.
12.1. Ecotoxicity .
Biological effects: In high concentrations, adverse effects for the aquatic
organisms; when used appropriately, it doesn’t interferes with the functions of water
treatment plants drain.
Fish toxicity: Lidus LC5 0: 8140 mg / l / 48 h.
Daphnia toxicity: Daphnia Magna EC5 0: 936814221 mg / l / 48h
Maximum possible toxic concentration:
Algae toxicity: Sc quadricauda IC5: 5000 mg/l/7 d;
Bacterial toxicity: Ps. Putida EC5: 6500 mg/l/16 h;
Protozoa: E.sulcatum EC5: 65 mg / l / 72 h.
Additional ecological information:
BOD5: 0.93-1.67 g / g
COD: 1.99 g / g
TOD: 2.10 g / g
74% BOD from TOD / 5 d, 90% COD from TOD.
12.2. Mobility
12.3. Persistence and degradability
Abiotic degradation: Rapid degradation (air)
Biodegradation Biodegradation: 94% modified OECD
Screening; rapidly degradable
12.4. Bioaccumulative potential
Distribution: log p (o / w): 0.32 (ethanol) is not expected to bioaccumulate (log
P (o / w) <1).
12.5. Results of PBT assessment
12.6. Other adverse effects
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Chemical residues are generally classified as special waste and as such a disposal is
regulated by law. For more disposal information contact the competent authorities or
companies specialized in the recovery of special waste.
Handle and treat contaminated packaging in the same way as substance itself.
Handling of containers after emptying and cleaning up on: it is should not remove any
labels and recognition symbols of danger.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
ADR - RID:
Hazard Label
Delivery Name: ETHANOL SOLUTION UN1170 (ETHYL ALCOHOL SOLUTION)
ONU N°: 1170
Hazard identification N °: 30
Packaging group: III
Class: 3
UN1170 ETHANOL SOLUTION (ETHYL ALCOHOL SOLUTION)
IMDG:
Packaging group: III
Class: 3.2
EMS Number: 3-06
MFAFG: 305
ICAO / IATA: UN1170 ETHANOL SOLUTION (ETHYL ALCOHOL SOLUTION)
Packaging group: III
Class: 3
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Labelling according to directives 67/548/EEC and 1999/45/EC:
SYMBOLS:
R Phrases:
R11 Highly flammable
S Phrases:
S7 Keep container tightly closed
S11 Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Text of risk phrases quoted in section 3 of the sheet
R11 Highly flammable
Main bibliography:
ECDIN - Environmental Chemicals Data and Information
Network - Joint Research Centre, Commission of the European
Communities
SAX's DANGEROUS PROPERTIES OF INDUSTRIAL
MATERIALS - Eight Edition - Van Nostrand Reinold
ACGIH - Treshold Limit Values - 2007 edition
The information contained herein is based on our current knowledge and are
prepared in accordance with:
• Directive 1999/45/EC, as amended;
• Directive 67/548/EEC and subsequent amendments
(Technical adjustment XXIX);
• Regulation (EC) 1907/2006 of the European Parliament (REACH).
Note for users:
The information contained in this sheet are based on knowledge available from us at the
date of the latest version. The user must verify the suitability and completeness of the
information to each specific use of product. They refer only to the specific product.
The product should not be used for purposes other than those indicated and without
received written instructions. We accept no responsibility for any misuse. It is always
USER’S responsibility to comply with hygiene, safety and environmental protection
provided by applicable laws. The information contained herein is intended as description of
the characteristics of the product for safety, not be considered a guarantee of the
properties of the product itself.
This sheet supersedes all previous editions.