1.
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Identification of the Substance
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| 1.1 |
Identification of the preparation |
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Product Name: |
"Ansul Training Foam - Formula 1549-58" |
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Chemical Name: |
N/A - This is a mixture/preparation |
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CAS No.: |
N/A - This is a mixture/preparation |
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Chemical Formula: |
N/A - This is a mixture/preparation |
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EINECS Number: |
N/A - This is a mixture/preparation |
| 1.2 |
Use of the preparation |
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The intended or recommended use of this
preparation is for training in the use of fire extinguishing foam agent. |
| 1.3 |
Company identification |
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Manufacturer/Supplier: |
Ansul Incorporated |
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Address: |
One Stanton Street, Marinette, WI 54143-2542 |
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Prepared by: |
Safety and Health Department |
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Phone: |
715-732-3465 |
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Internet address: |
http://www.ansul.com |
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Date of issue: |
September, 2009 |
| 1.4 |
Emergency phone: |
CHEMTREC 800-424-9300 or 703-527-3887 |
2.
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Composition/Information on Ingredients
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| 2.1 |
Ingredient Name: |
Water |
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Chemical Formula: |
H2O |
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CAS No.: |
7732-18-5 |
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EINECS Number: |
231-791-2 |
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Concentration, Wt%: |
87-95% |
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Hazard Identification: |
See Heading 3
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Ingredient Name: |
Proprietary mixture of hydrocarbon
surfactants and inorganic salts. Not otherwise specified. |
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Chemical Formula: |
N/A - This is a mixture/preparation |
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CAS No.: |
N/A - This is a mixture/preparation |
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EINECS Number: |
N/A - This is a mixture/preparation |
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Concentration, Wt%: |
4-8% |
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Hazard Identification: |
See Heading 3
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Ingredient Name: |
Propylene Glycol |
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Chemical Formula: |
C3H8O2 |
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CAS No.: |
57-55-6 |
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EINECS Number: |
200-338-0 |
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Concentration, Wt%: |
2-5% |
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Hazard Identification: |
See Heading 3 |
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Ingredient Name: |
Dowicide A |
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Chemical Formula: |
C12H10ONa |
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CAS No.: |
132-27-4 |
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EINECS Number: |
205-055-6 |
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Concentration, Wt%: |
0.02% |
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Hazard Identification: |
See Heading 3 |
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(a) EINICS does
not include synthetic polymers (These are registered in EINICS under
their building blocks, monomers.). See:67/548/EEC, article 13;
79/831/ED; and 81/437/EC |
| 2.2 |
(i) There are no substances presenting a
health or environmental hazard within the meaning of Directive
67/548/EEC, in concentrations equal to or greater than those laid down
in the table set out in Article 3(3) of Directive 1999/45/EC, nor with
lower limits given in Annex 1 to Directive 67/548/EEC or in Annexes II,
III or V to Directive 1999/45/EC.
(ii) There are no substances for which there are Community workplace
exposure limits, which are not already included in (i) above.
NOTE: Unless a component presents a severe hazard, it does not need to
be considered in MSDS if the concentration is less than 1%. (According
to Directive 1999/45/EC) |
3.
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Hazards Identification
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For Humans: |
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Product: |
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This preparation is not classified as
hazardous.. |
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Components: |
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EU Classification: | This preparation is not classified as
hazardous.. |
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Limit Values for Exposure: |
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Propylene Glycol: |
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OES (UK): |
474 mg/m3 |
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Neither this preparation nor the substances
contained in it have been listed as carcinogenic by National Toxicology
Program, I.A.R.C., or OSHA.
AS PART OF GOOD INDUSTRIAL AND PERSONAL HYGIENE AND SAFETY PROCEDURE,
avoid all unnecessary exposure to the chemical substance and ensure
prompt removal from skin, eyes, and clothing. |
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Signs & Symptoms: |
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Acute Exposure: |
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Eye Contact: |
May cause mild to moderate transient irritation |
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Skin Contact: |
May cause mild transient irritation and or dermatitis |
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Inhalation: |
Not an expected route of entry |
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Ingestion: |
Irritating to mucous membranes, large doses may produce
narcosis |
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Chronic Overexposure: |
Possible delayed liver or kidney damage |
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Medical conditions generally
aggravated by exposure: Diseases of the kidney or liver. |
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For Environment: |
This preparation is not expected to be harmful to the
environment. However, prevent material from reaching sewers or waterways
to avoid nuisance foaming. See Heading 12. |
4.
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First Aid Measures
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Eye Contact: |
Wash with water for a minimum of 15 minutes. If
irritation persists seek medical attention. |
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Skin Contact: |
Wash affected area with soap and water. If irritation
persists seek medical attention. |
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Inhalation: |
Remove from exposure. If discomfort continues, seek
medical attention. |
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Ingestion: |
If patient is conscious, induce vomiting. After material
has cleared, give large amounts of water and seek medical attention. |
5.
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Firefighting Measures
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This preparation is an extinguishing media.
There are NO extinguishing media which must not be used for safety
reasons.
NO special protective equipment is needed for firefighters. |
6.
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Accidental Release Measures
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For personal protection: Prevent skin and
eye contact, see Heading 8.
Clean up: Stop leaks. Contain spill. Remove as much as possible. Place in
closed container for proper disposal. Wash spill areas with large
amounts of water to remove traces as material is very slippery. Prevent
materials from reaching sewers or waterways to avoid nuisance foaming. See Heading 13.
This preparation is not expected to be harmful to the environment .
However, prevent materials from reaching sewers or waterways to avoid
nuisance foaming. See Heading 12. |
7.
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Handling and Storage
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| 7.1 |
Handling |
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Care should be taken in handling all
chemical substances and preparations.
See incompatibility information in Heading 10. |
| 7.2 |
Storage |
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NO special conditions are needed for safe
storage.
See incompatibility information in Heading 10.
Do not mix agents
Store in original container. Keep tightly
closed until used.
This preparation is not expected to be harmful to the environment .
However, prevent materials from reaching sewers or waterways to avoid
nuisance foaming. See Heading 12. |
| 7.3 |
Specific use |
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The intended or recommended use of this
preparation is as a fire extinguishing agent. |
8.
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Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
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| 8.1 |
Exposure limit values |
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Limit Values for Exposure: |
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Propylene Glycol: |
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OES (UK): |
474 mg/m3 |
| 8.2 |
Exposure controls |
9.
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Physical and Chemical Properties
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| 9.1 |
General information |
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Appearance: |
Light straw coloured, clear liquid. |
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Odour: |
Slightly sweet odour. |
| 9.2 |
Important health, safety and
environmental information |
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pH: |
7.0-8.5 |
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Boiling point/boiling range: |
Approximately 101°C initial |
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Flash point: |
>100°C |
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Flammability (solid/gas): |
Not flammable |
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Explosive properties: |
Not explosive |
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Oxidizing properties: |
Not an oxidizer |
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Vapour pressure: |
Not determined. |
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Relative Density (Water = 1): |
1.014 |
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Solubility: |
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-Water solubility: |
Completely soluble. |
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-Fat solubility: |
Not soluble |
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Partition coefficient
n-octanol/water: |
Not determined |
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Viscosity: |
1-10 Cs |
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Vapour density (air=1) |
<1 |
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Evaporation rate: |
Approximately 0.005 |
| 9.3 |
Other information |
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Auto-ignition temperature: |
Does not ignite |
10.
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Stability and Reactivity
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| 10.1 |
Conditions to avoid |
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There are NO known conditions
such as temperature, pressure, light, shock, etc., which may cause a
dangerous reaction. |
| 10.2 |
Materials to avoid |
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Reactive metals, electrically
energized equipment, any material reactive with water or strong
oxidizers. |
| 10.3 |
Hazardous decomposition
products |
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Normally stable.
Hazardous polymerization will not occur.
Not known, however, carbon monoxide and
oxides of nitrogen and sulfur may be produced during fire conditions. |
11.
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Toxicological Information
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| This product has not been tested for
toxicological effects. |
| Components: |
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| Propylene Glycol |
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| Toxicity Data: |
Oral (rat) LD50 |
21,000-30,000 mg/kg |
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Oral (rat) LD50 |
20,000 mg/kg |
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Dermal (rabbit) LD50 |
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| Irritation Data: |
Eye and skin (rabbit) |
Not irritating |
| Sensitization: |
No sensitizing |
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Target organs: |
No damage noted |
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Ames Test: |
Negative |
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| There was no toxicity to
Reproduction at up to 7.5% in feed. A diet containing 30%
propylene glycol caused an absence of offspring. |
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12.
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Ecological Information
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| 12.1 |
Ecotoxicity |
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Propylene Glycol: |
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| Fish: |
Orzais latipes: |
LC50 (24 hrs) |
>1,000 mg/L |
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Carrassius auratus: |
LC50 (24 hrs) |
>5,000 mg/L |
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Cyprinodon variegatus |
LC50 (96 hrs) |
23,800 mg/L |
| Daphnids |
Daphnia magna: |
LC50 (48 hrs) |
43,500 mg/L |
| Algae |
Selenastrum capricornutum: |
EC50 (14 days) |
19,000 mg/L |
| 12.2 |
Mobility |
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Propylene Glycol: |
| The low Henry's Law
Constant, 1.2 10E-8 cu m/mole, indicates that propylene glycol will tend
to stay in water and not migrate to air |
| 12.3 |
Persistence and
degradability |
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Propylene Glycol: |
| Photodegradation under
sunlight was 50% after 32 hours. |
| Degradation by domestic adapted activated
sludge at 2,400 mg/L concentration was 100% after 24
hours. |
| BOC5: |
1170 mgO2/L |
| COD: |
2600 mg/g substance |
| Ratio BOD5/COD: |
0.45 |
| 12.4 |
Bioaccumulative potential |
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Propylene Glycol: |
| Bio accumulation does
not occur, BCF=<1 |
| 12.5 |
Other adverse effects |
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Ozone depletion potential:
None |
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Photochemical ozone creation
potential: None |
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Global warming potential:
None. |
13.
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Disposal Considerations
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This preparation, if spilled,
is not a hazardous waste.
This preparation is not expected to be harmful to the environment .
However, prevent materials from reaching sewers or waterways to avoid
nuisance foaming. See Heading 12.
Dispose of in compliance with national, regional, and local provisions that may be in
force. |
14.
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Transport Information
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Hazard Class or Division:
Not Hazardous |
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For additional transport
information, contact Ansul Incorporated |
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This preparation is not expected to be harmful to the environment .
However, prevent materials from reaching sewers or waterways to avoid
nuisance foaming. See Heading 12. |
15.
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Regulatory Information
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EU Classification: Not classified as
hazardous. |
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Limit Values for Exposure: |
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Propylene Glycol: |
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OES (UK): |
474 mg/m3 |
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EINECS Status: |
All components are included in EINECS
inventories or are exempt from listing. |
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EPA TSCA Status: |
All components are included in TSCA inventories or are
exempt from listing. |
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Canadian DSL: |
All components are included in DSL or are
exempt from listing. |
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Environmental restrictions: |
None are known. |
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Restrictions on Marketing & Use: |
None are known. |
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Refer to any other national
measures that may be relevant. |
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16.
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Other Information
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(HMIS) Hazardous Material Identification System Ratings:
| Health: |
1 |
4. |
Severe Hazard |
| Flammability: |
0 |
3. |
Serious Hazard |
| Reactivity: |
0 |
2. |
Moderate Hazard |
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1. |
Slight Hazard |
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0. |
Minimal Hazard |
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(WHMIS) Canadian Workplace hazardous Material
Identification System Ratings:
This product is rated: D2B Product may irritate skin or mucous membrane |
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Format is from directive
2001/58/EC.
EINECS data is from
http://exb.jrc.it/existing-chemicals/
Data used to compile the data sheet is from Ansul Material Data Sheet, June,
2001.
The EU Classification has been given in accordance with Directive 1999/45/EC
and information in the EINECS ESIS files (Existing Substances
Information system).
Toxicological information added from the EINICS ESIS (Existing
Substances Information System).
A rating under WHMIS has been added, following the Canadian guidelines. |
17.
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Disclaimer
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The above information is
believed to be correct, but does not purport to be all inclusive and
shall be used only as a guide. Ansul shall not be held liable for
any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above
product. |
