SAFETY DATA SHEET 1. Product Name: Activated Alumina 2-5 Grade D dh product code:

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1 dh domnick hunter SAFETY DATA SHEET 1. Product Name: Activated Alumina 2-5 Grade D dh product code: COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS 2. SUBSTANCE Common chemical name : Alumina Further data : Hydrated, 3 H2O CAS number : Ingredients contributing to the hazard: : None 3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION Most important hazards Adverse human health effects. Physical & chemical hazards : Slightly irritating to eyes and respiratory system Fire or explosion : No particular fire or explosion hazard Classification/specific hazards : According to EEC criteria this product is not classified as a hazardous substance. Further Information : If spilled, may cause the floor to be very slippery. 4. FIRST AID MEASURES Inhalation : Move to the fresh air. If necessary seek medical advice. Skin contact : Rinse with water Eye contact : IMMEDIATELY rinse with plenty of water for a prolonged period, (at least 15 minutes) whilst keeping the eyes wide open. If irritation persists, consult an eye specialist. Ingestion : Rinse mouth out with water. Consult a doctor if necessary. 5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES Extinguishing media -suitable : All extinguishing agents can be used -not suitable : None to our knowledge. If there is a fire close by, use suitable extinguishing agents. Specific hazards : Refractory material. Does not present any particular risk in the event of a fire.

2 6. ACCIDENTIAL RELEASE MEASURES Personal precautions : Avoid contact with eyes. Do not breathe dust. Environmental precautions : This product does not present any particular risk for the environment Methods for cleaning up -recovery : Sweep up or vacuum up the product -cleaning/decontamination : If necessary, wash with water following recovery Further information : Since the product is in the form of balls, it can cause the floor to be very slippery. 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE Handling Technical measures : Does not require any specific or particular measures Measures : Avoid the formation of dust Safe handling advice : Comply with instructions for use (refer to technical sheet) Storage Technical measures : Does not require any specific or particular technical measures Storage conditions -recommended : To guarantee the quality and properties of the product keep protected from humidity and bad weather conditions. Incompatible products : Acids Packaging : Product may be packaged in normal commercial packaging. Packaging materials -recommended : Steel plastic materials -not suitable : Iron 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION Engineering measures : No specific measures are required provided the product is handled in accordance with the general rules of occupational hygiene and safety Control parameters Occupational exposure limits -limits (France) : Total dust VME: 10mg/m3 Alveolar dusts VME: 3 mg/m3 -limits (U.S.A. / A.C.G.I.H.) : Total dust TLV (TWA): 10mg/m3 Respirable particles TLV (TWA): 3mg/m3 Personal protective equipment -respiratory protection : Respiratory protective device with a particle filter -eye protection : Safety spectacles with side shields.

3 9. PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Appearance -physical state : solid -form : Balls -diameter : 2mm 5mm -colour : white Odour : none PH : Not applicable (insoluble product) Specific temperatures -melting : >2000oC Flammability characteristics -flash point : Not applicable (non-flammable solid) Oxidizing properties : Non oxidizing material according to EEC criteria Apparent specific gravity : 0.8 kg/dm3 (tamped product) Solubility -in water : Practically insoluble -in organic solvents : Insoluble in common organic solvents. 10. STABILITY & REACTIVITY Stability : Refractory product, stable at high temperatures. Hazardous reactions -conditions to avoid : No dangerous reactions known under normal conditions of use. See technical data sheet. -materials to avoid : -strong acids -strong bases 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Acute toxicity Local effects : Slightly irritating to the respiratory system. Slightly irritating to the eyes 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Behaviour in the environment Mobility : Slightly soluble product, readily forms deposits Persistence/degradability : Inert mineral product. Not degradable Bioaccumulation : Very slightly bioaccumulable Destination of the product : Ultimate destination of the product: SOIL & SEDIMENT.

4 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS WASTE FROM RESIDUES Destruction / disposal : May be disposed of with non-hazardous industrial waste CONTAMINATED PACKAGING Decontamination / cleaning : Completely empty the packaging prior to recycling Destruction / disposal : Reuse or recycle following washing FURTHER INFORMATION : The exhausted catalysis may have different risks and properties compared to the original product. This safety data sheet is not applicable to exhausted catalysis. NOTE : The user s attention is drawn to the possible existence of local regulations regarding disposal. 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS Land -rail / road (RID/ADR) : NOT restricted -sea (IMO / IMDG) : NOT restricted -air (ICAO-IATA) : NOT restricted OTHER REGULATIONS -France: Rail/road (RID/ADR) : NOT restricted NOTE : The above regulatory prescriptions are those valid on the date of publication of this sheet. Given the possible evolution of transport regulations for hazardous materials, it would be advisable to check their validity with your sales office. 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION LABELLING EEC regulations : Mandatory labelling (self-classification) of hazardous substances: not applicable. NOTE : The regulatory information given above only indicates the principal regulations specifically applicable to the product described in the Safety Data Sheet. The user s attention is drawn to the possible existence of additional provisions which complete these regulations. Refer to all applicable national, international and local regulations or provisions. 16. OTHER INFORMATION Uses -recommended uses : (For further information, refer to the product technical data sheet). Adsorbent for gas and liquid treatment. Chemical formula : A1203 Registration numbers : EINECS No European inventory (EINECS, ELINCS) : Registered in the EINECS inventory

5 This safety data sheet should be used in conjunction with technical sheets. It does not replace them. The information given is based on our knowledge of this product, at the time of publication. It is given in good faith. The attention of the user is drawn to the possible risks incurred by using the product for any other purpose other than that for which it was intended. This does not in any way excuse the user from knowing and applying all the regulations governing his activity. It is the sole responsibility of the user to take all precautions required in handling the product. The aim of the mandatory regulations mentioned is to help the user to fulfil his obligations regarding the use of hazardous products. This information is not exhaustive. This does not exonerate the user from ensuring that legal obligations, other than those mentioned, relating to the use and storage of the product, do not exist. This is solely his responsibility.

6 For additional information concerning this product, contact the following: domnick hunter limited Dukesway Team Valley Trading Estate Gateshead Tyne & Wear England NE11 0PZ PRODUCT EMERGENCIES If you have a product-related emergency, resulting in incident such as a spill or release of product or human exposure and need assistance from dh, please contact the following number: UK dh, domnick hunter, OIL-X and Pneudri are registered trademarks of domnick hunter limited. domnick hunter limited has a continuous policy of product development and although the Company reserves the right to change specifications, it attempts to keep customers informed of any alterations. This publication is for general information only and customers are requested to contact our Industrial Division Sales Department for detailed information and advice on a products suitability for specific applications. All products are sold subject to the Company s standard conditions of sale. dh domnick hunter limited Dukesway, Team Valley Trading Estate, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, England NE11 0PZ Tel: +44 (0) Telefax: +44 (0) a member of the domnick hunter group plc Copyright domnick hunter limited 2002 Stock No: Rev 000