Safety data sheet
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BASF Safety data sheet according to 91/155/EEC
Date / Revised: 06.08.2003 Version: 1.0
Product: LAROPAL* K 80
(30041407/SDS_GEN_EU/EN)
Date of print 07.08.2003
1. Substance/preparation and company identification
LAROPAL* K 80
Use: Intermediate for the chemical industry
Company:
BASF Aktiengesellschaft
Performance Chemicals for Coatings, Plastics and Specialties
67056 Ludwigshafen, Germany
Telephone: +49-621-60-72783/ 42228
Telefax number: +49-621-60-41517
E-mail address: Productinformation.Performance-Chemicals@basf-ag.de
Emergency information:
Fire brigade BASF Ludwigshafen
Telephone: +49-621-60-43333
Telefax number: +49-621-60-92664
2. Composition/information on ingredients
Chemical nature
LAROPAL K LR 8804
3. Hazard identification
No particular hazards known.
4. First-aid measures
General advice:
Remove contaminated clothing.
If inhaled:
If difficulties occur after vapour/aerosol has been inhaled, remove to fresh air and seek medical
attention.
On skin contact:
Wash thoroughly with soap and water.
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BASF Safety data sheet according to 91/155/EEC
Date / Revised: 06.08.2003 Version: 1.0
Product: LAROPAL* K 80
(30041407/SDS_GEN_EU/EN)
Date of print 07.08.2003
On contact with eyes:
Wash affected eyes for at least 15 minutes under running water with eyelids held open.
On ingestion:
Rinse mouth and then drink plenty of water.
Note to physician:
Treatment: Treat according to symptoms (decontamination, vital functions), no known specific
antidote.
5. Fire-fighting measures
Suitable extinguishing media:
water spray, dry extinguishing media, foam, carbon dioxide
Specific hazards:
harmful vapours
Evolution of fumes/fog. The substances/groups of substances mentioned can be released in case of
fire.
Special protective equipment:
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus.
Further information:
The degree of risk is governed by the burning substance and the fire conditions. Contaminated
extinguishing water must be disposed of in accordance with official regulations.
6. Accidental release measures
Personal precautions:
Use personal protective clothing.
Environmental precautions:
Contain contaminated water/firefighting water. Do not discharge into drains/surface
waters/groundwater.
Methods for cleaning up or taking up:
For small amounts: Pick up with suitable appliance and dispose of.
For large amounts: Pick up with suitable appliance and dispose of.
7. Handling and storage
Handling
No special measures necessary provided product is used correctly.
Protection against fire and explosion:
No special precautions necessary.
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Date / Revised: 06.08.2003 Version: 1.0
Product: LAROPAL* K 80
(30041407/SDS_GEN_EU/EN)
Date of print 07.08.2003
Storage
Further information on storage conditions: Keep container tightly closed and dry; store in a cool
place.
8. Exposure controls and personal protection
Components with workplace control parameters
108-93-0: cyclohexanol
67-56-1: methanol
95-47-6: o-xylene
108-94-1: cyclohexanone
Personal protective equipment
Respiratory protection:
Respiratory protection not required.
Hand protection:
Chemical resistant protective gloves (EN 374)
e.g. nitrile rubber (0.4 mm), chloroprene rubber (0.5 mm), polyvinylchloride (0.7 mm) and other
Manufacturer's directions for use should be observed because of great diversity of types.
Eye protection:
Safety glasses with side-shields (frame goggles) (EN 166)
General safety and hygiene measures:
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wearing of closed work
clothing is recommended.
9. Physical and chemical properties
Form: pastilles
Colour: light yellow
Odour: faint odour
melting range: 75 - 85 掳C
Density: 1,1 g/cm3 (DIN 53217)
(20 掳C)
Solubility in water: insoluble
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BASF Safety data sheet according to 91/155/EEC
Date / Revised: 06.08.2003 Version: 1.0
Product: LAROPAL* K 80
(30041407/SDS_GEN_EU/EN)
Date of print 07.08.2003
10. Stability and reactivity
Hazardous reactions:
No hazardous reactions when stored and handled according to instructions.
Hazardous decomposition products:No hazardous decomposition products if stored and handled as
prescribed/indicated.
11. Toxicological information
LD50/oral/rat: > 2.000 mg/kg (OECD Guideline 423)
Primary skin irritation/rabbit: non-irritant (BASF-Test)
Primary irritations of the mucous membrane/rabbit: non-irritant (BASF-Test)
Sensitization/Guinea pig maximization test/guinea pig: Non-sensitizing. (OECD Guideline 406)
12. Ecological information
Ecotoxicity
Aquatic invertebrates:
OECD Guideline 202, part 1 static
Daphnia magna/EC50 (48 h): > 100 mg/l
Nominal concentration
Persistence and degradability
Assessment: The product is virtually insoluble in water and can thus be separated from
water mechanically in suitable effluent treatment plants.
Additional information
Add. remarks environm. fate & pathway:
Due to the consistency of the product, dispersion into the environment is impossible. Therefore no
negative effects on the environment may be anticipated based on the present state of knowledge.
13. Disposal considerations
Must be dumped or incinerated in accordance with local regulations.
Contaminated packaging:
Uncontaminated packs can be re-used.
Packs that cannot be cleaned should be disposed of in the same manner as the contents.
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Product: LAROPAL* K 80
(30041407/SDS_GEN_EU/EN)
Date of print 07.08.2003
14. Transport information
Not classified as hazardous under transport regulations ( ADR RID ADNR IMDG/GGVSee
ICAO/IATA )
15. Regulatory information
Regulations of the European union (Labelling) / National legislation/Regulations
The product does not require a hazard warning label in accordance with EC Directives.
Other regulations
16. Other information
Vertical lines in the left hand margin indicate an amendment from the previous version.
The information contained herein is based on the present state of our knowledge and does not therefore
guarantee certain properties. Recipients of our product must take responsibility for observing existing
laws and regulations.
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