BITUTEX, PAVESEAL, RALUMAC, BITUMAC,
PAVECOAT 90, PAVECOAT, DK11 EMULSION
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Data Sheet No: 2 Revision: 01.08.2004 Replaces: 04.11.2003
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This data sheet has been prepared in accordance with the requirements of the CHIP
Regulations and ACOP.
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RECOMMENDED USES
For mixing slurry surfacings.
KNOWN MISUSES/ABUSES
None known.
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1 IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE
COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
PRODUCT: K3 - BITUTEX / PAVESEAL / *RALUMAC /
*BITUMAC / PAVECOAT 90 / PAVECOAT / DK11
EMULSION
COMPANY: COLAS LIMITED
ADDRESS: WALLAGE LANE, ROWFANT, CRAWLEY,
WEST SUSSEX, RH10 4NF
TELEPHONE: 01342 711000
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER: 01342 718346
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2 COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Bitumen, water, emulsifiers.
(*These products contain polymers at less than 6%)
K3, Bitutex and DK11 (Fast Set Grades) also contain the following hazardous
material.
Ingredient % w/w Cas No Symbol(s) Risk Phase(s)
Kerosene < 2.5% 8008-20-6 Xn, Xi, N R65-38-51/53
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3 HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
May cause slight irritation to eyes and skin.
4 FIRST AID MEASURES
INHALATION:
Minor inhalation - NOT likely to be harmful
Major inhalation - Unlikely - seek medical advice
SKIN: If skin contact does occur, the product should be removed as soon as possible using suitable
cleanser and washing with soap and water.
EYES: Irrigate thoroughly with cold water and seek medical advice.
INGESTION: (Unlikely) Seek medical advice.
5 FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Bitumen emulsion will NOT burn.
6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Shut of leak if without risk. Contain and absorb with sand or earth until solid. Refer to section 13 for
disposal information.
7 HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING:
Mechanical handling of palletised products reduces the hazards of manual lifting. Where manual lifting
is unavoidable use correct kinetic lifting techniques.
When pumping to/from BULK containers take proper safeguards against pressure build-up. Check
hoses and connections for serviceability. Excessive pumping may damage the product.
STORAGE:
Protect from frost. Chock drums to prevent rolling. Bulk tanks should be structurally sound, and secure
from accidental release.
8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION EXPOSURE LIMIT VALUES
There is NO occupational exposure limit in EH/40.
RECOMMENDED PROTECTIVE CLOTHING: Wear suitable gloves (to avoid injury during drum
handling and skin contact when applying), overalls, protective footwear, eye protection. Use of barrier
cream before work will assist subsequent cleansing.
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9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State: Liquid at ambient
Appearance: Opaque brown/black
Odour: Characteristic
Acidity/Alkalinity: Approx 2 pH
Boiling Point/Boiling Range 100掳C: (of emulsion water)
Melting Point/Melting Range: Not applicable
Flashpoint: Not applicable
Flammability: Not applicable
Autoflammability: Not applicable
Flammability Limits - upper: Not applicable
- lower: Not applicable
Explosive Properties: Not applicable
Oxidising Properties: Not applicable
Vapour Pressure at 40掳C: 5 mm/Hg
Density at 15掳C 1.05 g/ml
Solubility:
- Water Solubility: Dispersible
- Fat Solubility/Solvent: NON-polar solvents emulsify to a degree
Partition Coefficient, n-octanol
water: Not determined
Viscosity at 15掳C: (approx) 1 poise
10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: To avoid freezing of emulsion water do NOT allow temperature to fall below
2掳C.
MATERIALS TO AVOID: Alkalines and Anionic emulsions
DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: NON hazardous bitumen and water. Emulsion will not burn.
11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ACUTE HEALTH HAZARDS AND ADVICE:
Exposure to Bitumen Emulsions is NOT hazardous to humans but skin contact should be avoided.
Can be irritating to eyes.
12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Minimum hazard but high concentrations of emulsions may harm fish (by bitumen blocking gills).
13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose as a controlled waste in accordance with local bye-laws and regulations.
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14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Not classified as a dangerous substance for conveyance.
15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
Bitutex, K3 and DK11 Fast Set Grade emulsions are classified as follows.
Symbol(s) Dangerous for the environment.
Risk Phase(s) R52/53 Harmful to aquatic organisms. May cause long-term adverse
effects in the aquatic environment.
Safety Phase(s) S61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special
instructions/Safety Data Sheet.
The remaining emulsion grades covered by this Safety Data Sheet are not
classified as hazardous.
16 OTHER INFORMATION
The references set out below give further information on specific aspects.
LEGISLATION:
Chemicals, Hazards, Information and Packaging Regulations.
Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail (Classification, Packaging and Labelling) Regulations.
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations.
Environmental Protection Act.
The Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations.
The Road Traffic (Carriage of Dangerous Substances in Packages etc) Regulations.
GUIDANCE NOTES:
EH26 Occupational Skin Disease: Health and Safety Precautions
EH40 Occupational Exposure Limits
BRITISH STANDARDS:
BS434 Part 1 - Specification for Bitumen Road Emulsions
BS EN 12591 - Specification for bitumen for roads and other paved areas
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