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Section 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT NAME
PARAFFIN WAX
SYNONYMS
Cn-H2n+2, "paraffin wax fume", "monocrystalline waxes", "slack wax", "C22 hydrocarbon
wax"
PRODUCT USE
Molten or heated material may be moulded or extruded. Manufacture of wax (waxed)
waterproof wrapping paper and wax coatings to give water resistance, water shedding, to
wood, fabrics, cork, plywood. Substantial component of hot melt adhesives and of candles.
In lubricants, greases, in floor and car polishes, cosmetics, ointments, inks, extraction
of perfumes, in low temperature electrical insulation. As a covering for food products,
cheese.
SUPPLIER
Company: Quantum Chemicals Pty Ltd
Address:
70 Quantum Close
Dandenong South
Victoria 3175
Telephone: 03 8795 8000
Emergency Tel: 1300 131 001
Fax: 03 8795 8099
HAZARD RATINGS
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Section 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Flammability
Toxicity
Body Contact
Reactivity
Chronic
SCALE: Min/Nil=0 Low=1 Moderate=2 High=3 Extreme=4
Section 2 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
STATEMENT OF HAZARDOUS NATURE
HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE. NON-DANGEROUS GOODS. According to the Criteria of
NOHSC, and the ADG Code.
POISONS SCHEDULE
None
RISK SAFETY
Inhalation may produce health damage*. Do not breathe dust.
Cumulative effects may result following Wear eye/ face protection.
exposure*.
May produce discomfort of the eyes respiratory Use only in well ventilated areas.
tract and skin*.
Vapours potentially cause drowsiness and Keep container in a well ventilated place.
dizziness*.
* (limited evidence). Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
In case of contact with eyes rinse with plenty
of water and contact Doctor or Poisons
Information Centre.
Section 3 - COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
NAME CAS RN %
paraffin wax 8002-74-2 >98
as
solid straight chain hydrocarbons C20- C35 range
Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
SWALLOWED
路 Immediately give a glass of water.
路 First aid is not generally required. If in doubt, contact a Poisons Information Centre
or a doctor.
EYE
If this product comes in contact with the eyes:
路 Wash out immediately with fresh running water.
路 Ensure complete irrigation of the eye by keeping eyelids apart and away from eye and
moving the eyelids by occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids.
路 If pain persists or recurs seek medical attention.
路 Removal of contact lenses after an eye injury should only be undertaken by skilled
personnel.
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Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
SKIN
In case of burns:
路 Immediately apply cold water to burn either by immersion or wrapping with saturated
clean cloth.
路 DO NOT remove or cut away clothing over burnt areas. DO NOT pull away clothing which
has adhered to the skin as this can cause further injury.
路 DO NOT break blister or remove solidified material.
路 Quickly cover wound with dressing or clean cloth to help prevent infection and to ease
pain.
路 For large burns, sheets, towels or pillow slips are ideal; leave holes for eyes, nose
and mouth.
路 DO NOT apply ointments, oils, butter, etc. to a burn under any circumstances.
路 Water may be given in small quantities if the person is conscious.
路 Alcohol is not to be given under any circumstances.
路 Reassure.
路 Treat for shock by keeping the person warm and in a lying position.
路 Seek medical aid and advise medical personnel in advance of the cause and extent of the
injury and the estimated time of arrival of the patient.
INHALED
路 If fumes or combustion products are inhaled remove from contaminated area.
路 Lay patient down. Keep warm and rested.
路 Prostheses such as false teeth, which may block airway, should be removed, where
possible, prior to initiating first aid procedures.
路 Apply artificial respiration if not breathing, preferably with a demand valve
resuscitator, bag-valve mask device, or pocket mask as trained. Perform CPR if necessary.
路 Transport to hospital, or doctor.
NOTES TO PHYSICIAN
路 Heavy and persistent skin contamination over many years may lead to dysplastic changes.
Pre-existing skin disorders may be aggravated by exposure to this product.
路 In general, emesis induction is unnecessary with high viscosity, low volatility
products, i.e. most oils and greases.
路 High pressure accidental injection through the skin should be assessed for possible
incision, irrigation and/or debridement.
NOTE: Injuries may not seem serious at first, but within a few hours tissue may become
swollen, discoloured and extremely painful with extensive subcutaneous necrosis. Product
may be forced through considerable distances along tissue planes.
Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
路 Do NOT direct a solid stream of water or foam into burning molten material; this may
cause spattering and spread the fire.
路 Foam.
路 Dry chemical powder.
路 BCF (where regulations permit).
路 Carbon dioxide.
路 Water spray or fog - Large fires only.
FIRE FIGHTING
路 Alert Fire Brigade and tell them location and nature of hazard.
路 Wear breathing apparatus plus protective gloves.
路 Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water courses.
路 Use water delivered as a fine spray to control fire and cool adjacent area.
路 DO NOT approach containers suspected to be hot.
路 Cool fire exposed containers with water spray from a protected location.
路 If safe to do so, remove containers from path of fire.
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Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
路 Equipment should be thoroughly decontaminated after use.
FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARD
路 Solid which exhibits difficult combustion or is difficult to ignite.
路 Avoid generating dust, particularly clouds of dust in a confined or unventilated space
as dusts may form an explosive mixture with air, and any source of ignition, i.e.
flame or spark, will cause fire or explosion. Dust clouds generated by the fine
grinding of the solid are a particular hazard; accumulations of fine dust may burn
rapidly and fiercely if ignited.
路 Dry dust can also be charged electrostatically by turbulence, pneumatic transport,
pouring, in exhaust ducts and during transport.
路 Build-up of electrostatic charge may be prevented by bonding and grounding.
路 Powder handling equipment such as dust collectors, dryers and mills may require
additional protection measures such as explosion venting.
路 All movable parts coming in contact with this material should have a speed of less than
1-metre/sec.
Combustion products include: carbon monoxide (CO), carbon dioxide (CO2), other
pyrolysis products typical of burning organic material.
NOTE: Burns with intense heat. Produces melting, flowing, burning liquid and dense acrid
black smoke.
May emit poisonous fumes.
May emit corrosive fumes.
CARE: Contamination of heated / molten liquid with water may cause violent steam
explosion, with scattering of hot contents.
FIRE INCOMPATIBILITY
Avoid contamination with oxidising agents i.e. nitrates, oxidising acids, chlorine
bleaches, pool chlorine etc. as ignition may result.
HAZCHEM: None
Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
MINOR SPILLS
路 Remove all ignition sources.
路 Clean up all spills immediately.
路 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
路 Control personal contact by using protective equipment.
路 Use dry clean up procedures and avoid generating dust.
路 Place in a suitable labelled container for waste disposal.
MAJOR SPILLS
Moderate hazard.
路 CAUTION: Advise personnel in area.
路 Alert Emergency Services and tell them location and nature of hazard.
路 Control personal contact by wearing protective clothing.
路 Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water courses.
路 Recover product wherever possible.
路 IF DRY: Use dry clean up procedures and avoid generating dust. Collect residues and
place in sealed plastic bags or other containers for disposal. IF WET: Vacuum/shovel up
and place in labelled containers for disposal.
路 ALWAYS: Wash area down with large amounts of water and prevent runoff into drains.
路 If contamination of drains or waterways occurs, advise Emergency Services.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLANNING GUIDELINES (ERPG)
The maximum airborne concentration below which it is believed that nearly all individuals could be exposed
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Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
for up to one hour WITHOUT experiencing or developing
life-threatening health effects is:
paraffin wax 500 mg/m鲁
irreversible or other serious effects or symptoms which could impair an individual's ability to take
protective action is:
paraffin wax 10 mg/m鲁
other than mild, transient adverse effects without perceiving a clearly defined odour is:
paraffin wax 6 mg/m鲁
The threshold concentration below which most people will experience no appreciable risk of health effects:
paraffin wax 2 mg/m鲁
American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA)
Ingredients considered according to the following cutoffs
Very Toxic (T+) >= 0.1% Toxic (T) >= 3.0%
R50 >= 0.25% Corrosive (C) >= 5.0%
R51 >= 2.5%
else >= 10%
where percentage is percentage of ingredient found in the mixture
Personal Protective Equipment advice is contained in Section 8 of the MSDS.
Section 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
PROCEDURE FOR HANDLING
路 The greatest potential for injury caused by molten materials occurs during purging of
machinery (moulders, extruders etc.)
路 It is essential that workers in the immediate area of the machinery wear eye and skin
protection (such as full face, safety glasses, heat resistant gloves, overalls and safety
boots) as protection from thermal burns.
路 Fumes or vapours emitted from hot melted materials, during converting operations, may
condense on overhead metal surfaces or exhaust ducts. The condensate may contain
substances which are irritating or toxic. Avoid contact of that material with the skin.
Wear rubber or other impermeable gloves when cleaning contaminated areas.
路 Avoid process temperatures above decomposition temperatures. Overheating may occur at
excessively high cylinder heats, overworking of the melt by wrong screw configuration, or
by long dwell time in the machine. Under such conditions, thermal emissions and heat
-degradation products might, without proper ventilation, reach hazardous concentrations
in the converting area. Hot purgings should be collected only as thin flat strands to
allow for rapid cooling. Hot purgings should be cooled by quenching in water in a well
-ventilated area.
路 Avoid all personal contact, including inhalation.
路 Wear protective clothing when risk of exposure occurs.
路 Use in a well-ventilated area.
路 Prevent concentration in hollows and sumps.
路 DO NOT enter confined spaces until atmosphere has been checked.
路 DO NOT allow material to contact humans, exposed food or food utensils.
路 Avoid contact with incompatible materials.
路 When handling, DO NOT eat, drink or smoke.
路 Keep containers securely sealed when not in use.
路 Avoid physical damage to containers.
路 Always wash hands with soap and water after handling.
路 Work clothes should be laundered separately. Launder contaminated clothing before re
-use.
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Section 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
路 Use good occupational work practice.
路 Observe manufacturer's storing and handling recommendations.
路 Atmosphere should be regularly checked against established exposure standards to ensure
safe working conditions are maintained.
SUITABLE CONTAINER
路 Polyethylene or polypropylene container.
路 Check all containers are clearly labelled and free from leaks.
STORAGE INCOMPATIBILITY
CARE: Water in contact with heated material may cause foaming or a steam explosion with
possible severe burns from wide scattering of hot material. Resultant overflow of
containers may result in fire.
Avoid reaction with oxidising agents.
STORAGE REQUIREMENTS
Observe manufacturer's storing and handling recommendations.
_____________________________________________________
SAFE STORAGE WITH OTHER CLASSIFIED CHEMICALS
+ + + + + +
_____________________________________________________
+: May be stored together
O: May be stored together with specific preventions
X: Must not be stored together
Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
EXPOSURE CONTROLS
Source Material TWA mg/m鲁
_________ _________ _____
Australia Exposure Standards paraffin wax (Paraffin wax 2
(fume))
MATERIAL DATA
Human exposure to oil mist alone has not been demonstrated to cause health effects except
at levels above 5 mg/m3 (this applies to particulates sampled by a method that does not
collect vapour). It is not advisable to apply this standard to oils containing unknown
concentrations and types of additive.
PERSONAL PROTECTION
EYE
路 Safety glasses with side shields.
路 Chemical goggles.
路 Contact lenses may pose a special hazard; soft contact lenses may absorb and
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Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
concentrate irritants. A written policy document, describing the wearing of lens or
restrictions on use, should be created for each workplace or task. This should include a
review of lens absorption and adsorption for the class of chemicals in use and an account
of injury experience. Medical and first-aid personnel should be trained in their removal
and suitable equipment should be readily available. In the event of chemical exposure,
begin eye irrigation immediately and remove contact lens as soon as practicable. Lens
should be removed at the first signs of eye redness or irritation - lens should be
removed in a clean environment only after workers have washed hands thoroughly. [CDC
NIOSH Current Intelligence Bulletin 59].
HANDS/FEET
Suitability and durability of glove type is dependent on usage. Factors such as:
路 frequency and duration of contact,
路 chemical resistance of glove material,
路 glove thickness and
路 dexterity,
are important in the selection of gloves.
When handling hot materials wear heat resistant, elbow length gloves.
Rubber gloves are not recommended when handling hot objects, materials.
Protective gloves eg. Leather gloves or gloves with Leather facing.
Wear chemical protective gloves, eg. PVC.
Wear safety footwear or safety gumboots, eg. Rubber.
OTHER
When handling hot or molten liquids, wear trousers or overalls outside of boots, to avoid
spills entering boots.
Usually handled as molten liquid which requires worker thermal protection and increases
hazard of vapour exposure.
CAUTION: Vapours may be irritating.
路 Overalls.
路 P.V.C. apron.
路 Barrier cream.
路 Skin cleansing cream.
路 Eye wash unit.
RESPIRATOR
Protection Factor Half- Face Respirator Full- Face Respirator Powered Air Respirator
10 x ES P1 Air- line* -- PAPR- P1 -
50 x ES Air- line** P2 PAPR- P2
100 x ES - P3 -
Air- line* -
100+ x ES - Air- line** PAPR- P3
* - Negative pressure demand ** - Continuous flow.
The local concentration of material, quantity and conditions of use determine the type of
personal protective equipment required.
For further information consult site specific
CHEMWATCH data (if available), or your
Occupational Health and Safety Advisor.
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
For molten materials:
Provide mechanical ventilation; in general such ventilation should be provided at
compounding and converting areas and at fabricating work stations where the material is
heated. Local exhaust ventilation should be used over and in the vicinity of machinery
involved in handling the molten material.
Local exhaust ventilation usually required. If risk of overexposure exists, wear approved
respirator. Correct fit is essential to obtain adequate protection. Supplied-air type
respirator may be required in special circumstances. Correct fit is essential to ensure
adequate protection.
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Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
An approved self contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) may be required in some situations.
Provide adequate ventilation in warehouse or closed storage area. Air contaminants
generated in the workplace possess varying "escape" velocities which, in turn, determine
the "capture velocities" of fresh circulating air required to effectively remove the
contaminant.
Type of Contaminant: Air Speed:
solvent, vapours, degreasing etc., evaporating 0.25- 0.5 m/s (50- 100 f/min.)
from tank (in still air).
aerosols, fumes from pouring operations, 0.5- 1 m/s (100- 200 f/min.)
intermittent container filling, low speed
conveyer transfers, welding, spray drift,
plating acid fumes, pickling (released at low
velocity into zone of active generation)
direct spray, spray painting in shallow booths, 1- 2.5 m/s (200- 500 f/min.)
drum filling, conveyer loading, crusher dusts,
gas discharge (active generation into zone of
rapid air motion)
grinding, abrasive blasting, tumbling, high 2.5- 10 m/s (500- 2000 f/min.)
speed wheel generated dusts (released at high
initial velocity into zone of very high rapid
air motion).
Within each range the appropriate value depends on:
Lower end of the range Upper end of the range
1: Room air currents minimal or favourable to 1: Disturbing room air currents
capture
2: Contaminants of low toxicity or of nuisance 2: Contaminants of high toxicity
value only.
3: Intermittent, low production. 3: High production, heavy use
4: Large hood or large air mass in motion 4: Small hood- local control only
Simple theory shows that air velocity falls rapidly with distance away from the opening
of a simple extraction pipe. Velocity generally decreases with the square of distance
from the extraction point (in simple cases). Therefore the air speed at the extraction
point should be adjusted, accordingly, after reference to distance from the contaminating
source. The air velocity at the extraction fan, for example, should be a minimum of 1-2
m/s (200-400 f/min) for extraction of solvents generated in a tank 2 meters distant from
the extraction point. Other mechanical considerations, producing performance deficits
within the extraction apparatus, make it essential that theoretical air velocities are
multiplied by factors of 10 or more when extraction systems are installed or used.
Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
APPEARANCE
Molten or heated material may be moulded or extruded. Colourless, translucent or white
solid with a faint odour; floats on water. Soluble in benzene, chloroform, ether, carbon
disulfide, oils. Available as B.P. Grade. Mixes with vegetable oils, fats. Softening point
varies with content of white paraffin oil, lower melting points have higher percentage oil
content. Unrefined grades are softer, with darker colour and higher oil content and are
known as Slack Wax.
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Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Solid.
Does not mix with water.
Floats on water.
Molecular Weight: Not applicable. Boiling Range (掳C): > 370
Melting Range (掳C): 50- 60 Specific Gravity (water=1): 0.9
Solubility in water (g/L): Immiscible pH (as supplied): Not applicable
pH (1% solution): Not available. Vapour Pressure (kPa): Not available.
Volatile Component (%vol): Not available. Evaporation Rate: Not available
Relative Vapour Density (air=1): Not available. Flash Point (掳C): 198
Lower Explosive Limit (%): Not applicable Upper Explosive Limit (%): Not applicable
Autoignition Temp (掳C): 245 Decomposition Temp (掳C): Not available.
State: Divided solid Viscosity: Not Applicable
Section 10 - CHEMICAL STABILITY AND REACTIVITY INFORMATION
CONDITIONS CONTRIBUTING TO INSTABILITY
路 Presence of incompatible materials.
路 Product is considered stable.
路 Hazardous polymerisation will not occur.
Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
ACUTE HEALTH EFFECTS
SWALLOWED
The material has NOT been classified by EC Directives or other classification systems as
"harmful by ingestion". This is because of the lack of corroborating animal or human
evidence. The material may still be damaging to the health of the individual, following
ingestion, especially where pre-existing organ (eg. liver, kidney) damage is evident.
Present definitions of harmful or toxic substances are generally based on doses producing
mortality rather than those producing morbidity (disease, ill-health). Gastrointestinal
tract discomfort may produce nausea and vomiting. In an occupational setting however,
ingestion of insignificant quantities is not thought to be cause for concern.
EYE
Limited evidence or practical experience suggests, that the material may cause eye
irritation in a substantial number of individuals. Prolonged eye contact may cause
inflammation characterised by a temporary redness of the conjunctiva (similar to
windburn).
SKIN
There is some evidence to suggest that the material may cause mild but significant
inflammation of the skin either following direct contact or after a delay of some time.
Repeated exposure can cause contact dermatitis which is characterised by redness,
swelling and blistering.
Skin contact is not thought to have harmful health effects (as classified under EC
Directives); the material may still produce health damage following entry through wounds,
lesions or abrasions.
Molten material is capable of causing burns.
Entry into the blood-stream, through, for example, cuts, abrasions or lesions, may
produce systemic injury with harmful effects. Examine the skin prior to the use of the
material and ensure that any external damage is suitably protected.
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Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
INHALED
Inhalation of vapours or aerosols (mists, fumes), generated by the material during the
course of normal handling, may be damaging to the health of the individual.
There is some evidence to suggest that the material can cause respiratory irritation in
some persons. The body's response to such irritation can cause further lung damage.
Inhalation hazard is increased at higher temperatures.
Persons with impaired respiratory function, airway diseases and conditions such as
emphysema or chronic bronchitis, may incur further disability if excessive concentrations
of particulate are inhaled.
Inhalation of vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness. This may be accompanied by
sleepiness, reduced alertness, loss of reflexes, lack of co-ordination, and vertigo.
CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS
Long term exposure to high dust concentrations may cause changes in lung function i.e.
pneumoconiosis; caused by particles less than 0.5 micron penetrating and remaining in the
lung. Prime symptom is breathlessness; lung shadows show on X-ray.
Substance accumulation, in the human body, may occur and may cause some concern following
repeated or long-term occupational exposure.
Oil may contact the skin or be inhaled. Extended exposure can lead to eczema,
inflammation of hair follicles, pigmentation of the face and warts on the soles of the
feet. There are few systemic effects, but prolonged exposure may lead to a higher
incidence of lung scarring.
TOXICITY AND IRRITATION
unless otherwise specified data extracted from RTECS - Register of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances.
TOXICITY IRRITATION
Skin (rabbit): 500 mg/24 hr- Mild
Eye (rabbit): 100 mg/24 hr- Mild
"hydrocarbon wax" describes a group of solid C20 to C36 paraffinic hydrocarbons which are
not absorbed in the gastro-intestinal tract and in small quantity will pass through
undigested.
Tumorigenic in rats
Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
DO NOT discharge into sewer or waterways.
Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
路 Recycle wherever possible.
路 Consult manufacturer for recycling options or consult local or regional waste
management authority for disposal if no suitable treatment or disposal facility can be
identified.
路 Dispose of by: Burial in a licenced land-fill or Incineration in a licenced apparatus
(after admixture with suitable combustible material)
路 Decontaminate empty containers. Observe all label safeguards until containers are
cleaned and destroyed.
Section 14 - TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
HAZCHEM: None
NOT REGULATED FOR TRANSPORT OF DANGEROUS GOODS:UN, IATA,
IMDG
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Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
POISONS SCHEDULE: None
REGULATIONS
paraffin wax (CAS: 8002-74-2) is found on the following regulatory lists;
Australia Exposure Standards
Australia High Volume Industrial Chemical List (HVICL)
Australia Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS)
IMO MARPOL 73/78 (Annex II) - List of Other Liquid Substances
OECD Representative List of High Production Volume (HPV) Chemicals
No data available for paraffin wax as CAS: 12704-91-5.
Section 16 - OTHER INFORMATION
INGREDIENTS WITH MULTIPLE CAS NUMBERS
Ingredient Name CAS
paraffin wax 8002- 74- 2, 12704- 91- 5
MSDS SECTION CHANGES
The following table displays the version number of and date on which each section was last changed.
Section Name Version Date Section Name Version Date Section Name Version Date
First Aid (skin) 5 29- Mar- 2006 Storage (storage 5 29- Mar- 2006 19 6 1- Jun- 2007
requirement)
First Aid 5 29- Mar- 2006 Storage (suitable 5 29- Mar- 2006 Acute Health (eye) 5 29- Mar- 2006
(swallowed) container)
Fire Fighter 5 29- Mar- 2006 Engineering 5 29- Mar- 2006 Acute Health 5 29- Mar- 2006
(extinguishing Control (inhaled)
media)
Fire Fighter (fire 5 29- Mar- 2006 Exposure Standard 5 29- Mar- 2006 Acute Health 5 29- Mar- 2006
fighting) (skin)
Fire Fighter 6 1- Jun- 2007 Personal 5 29- Mar- 2006 Acute Health 5 29- Mar- 2006
(fire/explosion Protection (eye) (swallowed)
hazard)
Spills (major) 5 29- Mar- 2006 Personal 5 29- Mar- 2006 Chronic Health 5 29- Mar- 2006
Protection
(hands/feet)
Spills (minor) 5 29- Mar- 2006 Personal 5 29- Mar- 2006 Toxicity and 6 1- Jun- 2007
Protection (other) Irritation (Other)
Handling Procedure 5 29- Mar- 2006 Appearance 6 1- Jun- 2007 Environmental 5 29- Mar- 2006
Storage (storage 5 29- Mar- 2006 Physical 5 29- Mar- 2006 Disposal 5 29- Mar- 2006
incompatibility) Properties
Classification of the preparation and its individual components has drawn on official and
authoritative sources as well as independent review by the Chemwatch Classification
committee using available literature references.
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