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                                             Material Safety Data Sheet

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         Printing date 31.07.2003                                                                 Reviewed on 08.07.2003





     *     1 Identification of substance:

           � Product details:

           � Trade name: Rheofinish 310 J

           � Application of the substance / the preparation: Form release agent

           � Manufacturer/Supplier:

             Degussa Construction Chemicals Albany House Swinton Hall Road Swinton

             Manchester M27 4DT

             Tel.: 0161 794 7411





           � Emergency information: Phone 0161 794 7411





           2 Composition/Data on components:

           � Chemical characterization

           � Description: Mixture of mineral oil and additives

           � Dangerous components: Void





           3 Hazards identification

           � Hazard designation: void

           � Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment

             The product does not have to be labelled due to the calculation procedure of the "General Classification

             guideline for preparations of the EU" in the latest valid version.

           � Classification system

             The classification is in line with current EC lists. It is expanded, however, by information from technical

             literature and by information furnished by supplier companies.





           4 First aid measures

           � General information No special measures required.

           � After skin contact

             Remove dirty clothing.

             Instantly wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly.

           � After eye contact Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult doctor.

           � After swallowing Do not induce vomiting; instantly call for medical help.





           5 Fire fighting measures

             Cool endangered containers with water spray jet.

           � Suitable extinguishing agents

             CO2, extinguishing powder or water jet. Fight larger fires with water jet or alcohol-resistant foam.

           � For safety reasons unsuitable extinguishing agents Water with a full water jet.

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       � Special hazards caused by the material, its products of combustion or flue gases:

         Can be released in case of fire

         Carbon monoxide (CO)

       � Protective equipment: No special measures required.





       6 Accidental release measures

       � Person-related safety precautions: Wear protective clothing.

       � Measures for environmental protection:

         Do not allow to enter drainage system, surface or ground water.

         Prevent from spreading (e.g. by damming-in or oil barriers).

       � Measures for cleaning/collecting:

         Absorb with liquid-binding material (sand, diatomite, acid binders, universal binders, sawdust).

         Do not flush with water or aqueous cleansing agents

       � Additional information: No dangerous materials are released.





       7 Handling and storage

       � Handling

       � Information for safe handling: Avoid inhalation of fume and mist.

       � Information about protection against explosions and fires: No special measures required.

       � Storage

       � Requirements to be met by storerooms and containers: No special requirements

       � Information about storage in one common storage facility: Store away from oxidizing agents.

       � Further information about storage conditions: Keep container tightly sealed.





       8 Exposure controls and personal protection

       � Additional information about design of technical systems: No further data; see item 7.

       � Components with critical values that require monitoring at the workplace:

         The product does not contain any relevant quantities of materials with critical values that have to be

         monitored at the workplace.

       � Additional information: The lists that were valid during the compilation were used as basis.

       � Personal protective equipment

       � General protective and hygienic measures Avoid contact with the eyes and skin.

       � Breathing equipment: Not required.

       � Protection of hands:

       � Material of gloves Nitrile rubber, NBR

       � Penetration time of glove material

         The exact break trough time has to be found out by the manufacturer of the protective gloves and has to be

         observed.

       � Eye protection: Safety glasses recommended

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           � Body protection: Protective work clothing.





     *     9 Physical and chemical properties:

           � General Information



                                               Fluid

              Form:

                                               Yellowish

              Colour:

                                               Mineral-oil-like

              Smell:

           � Change in condition

                                               Not determined

              Melting point/Melting range:

                                               280°C

              Boiling point/Boiling range:

           � Flash point:                      150°C (DIN 51755)

           � Self-inflammability:              Product is not selfigniting.

           � Danger of explosion:              Product is not explosive.

           � Steam pressure at 20°C:           < 0.1 hPa

           � Density at 15°C                   0.87 g/cm³ (DIN 12791-3)

           � Solubility in / Miscibility with

                                              Not miscible or difficult to mix

              Water:

           � pH-value:                         Not determined





     *   10 Stability and reactivity

           � Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided:

             No decomposition if used according to specifications.

           � Dangerous reactions No dangerous reactions known

           � Dangerous products of composition: No dangerous decomposition products known





         11 Toxicological information

           � Acute toxicity:

           � Primary irritant effect:

           � on the skin: Irritation may occur

           � on the eye: Irritation may occur

           � Sensitization: No sensitizing effect known.

           � Additional toxicological information:

             The product is not subject to classification according to the calculation method of the General EC

             Classification Guidelines for Preparations as issued in the latest version:

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         When used and handled according to specifications, the product does not have any harmful effects

         according to our experience and the information provided to us.





     12 Ecological information:

       � General notes:

         Water hazard class 1 (Self-assessment): slightly hazardous for water.

         Do not allow product to reach ground water, water bodies or sewage system, even in small quantities.





     13 Disposal considerations

       � Product:

       � Recommendation Must be specially treated under adherence to official regulations.

       � European waste catalogue

         12 01 07 mineral-based machining oils free of halogens (except emulsions and solutions)

       � Uncleaned packagings:

       � Recommendation: Disposal must be made according to official regulations.





     14 Transport information

       � Land transport ADR/RID and GGVS/GGVE (cross-border/domestic)

       � ADR/RID-GGVS/E Class: -

       � Maritime transport IMDG/GGVSea:

       � IMDG/GGVSea Class:    -

       � Marine pollutant:     No

       � Air transport ICAO-TI and IATA-DGR:

       � ICAO/IATA Class:       -

       � Transport/Additional information: Not dangerous according to the above specifications.





     15 Regulatory information

       � Designation according to EC guidelines:

         Observe the normal safety regulations when handling chemicals

         The product is not subject to identification regulations under EC Directives and the Ordinance on

         Hazardous Materials (GefStoffV).

       � National regulations

       � Water hazard class: Water hazard class 1 (Self-assessment): slightly hazardous for water.





     16 Other information:

         These data are based on our present knowledge. However, they shall not constitute a guarantee for any

         specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship.

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       � Contact: Mr.Mark Baxter

       � Directions for application:

         Observe technical data sheet !

                                                               Dirk

                                                               Qvaeschni





       � Status:            issued:            verified:

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