Material Safety Data Sheet According to 91/155 EEC

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1 Page 1/5 * 1 Identification of the substance/preparation and of the company/undertaking Product details Application of the substance / the preparation Cleaning agent/ Cleaner Manufacturer/Supplier: STARMARINE IJsvogelstraat XP Maassluis The Netherlands Tel: +31-(0) Fax: +31-(0) Further information obtainable from: Safety Department 2 Composition/information on ingredients Chemical characterization Description: Mixture of substances listed below with nonhazardous additions. Dangerous components: EDTA and salts thereof Xn, Xi; R 22-36/38-52/ % CAS: EINECS: sodium nitrite T, O, N; R % Additional information: For the wording of the listed risk phrases refer to section Hazards identification Hazard description: T Toxic Information concerning particular hazards for human and environment: The product has to be labelled due to the calculation procedure of the "General Classification guideline for preparations of the EU" in the latest valid version. R 25 Toxic if swallowed. Classification system: The classification is according to the latest editions of the EU-lists, and extended by company and literature data. 4 First-aid measures General information: Immediately remove any clothing soiled by the product. In case of irregular breathing or respiratory arrest provide artificial respiration. After inhalation: In case of unconsciousness place patient stably in side position for transportation. Seek immediate medical advice. After skin contact: Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. After eye contact: Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor. After swallowing: Try not to vomit. Swallow activated carbon and sodium sulphate. 5 Fire-fighting measures Suitable extinguishing agents: Use fire extinguishing methods suitable to surrounding conditions. Protective equipment: No special measures required. (Contd. on page 2)

2 Page 2/5 (Contd. of page 1) 6 Accidental release measures Person-related safety precautions: Wear protective clothing. Measures for environmental protection: Dilute with plenty of water. Do not allow to enter sewers/ surface or ground water. Measures for cleaning/collecting: Absorb with liquid-binding material (sand, diatomite, acid binders, universal binders, sawdust). Dispose contaminated material as waste according to item 13. Ensure adequate ventilation. Dispose of the material collected according to regulations. 7 Handling and storage Handling: Information for safe handling: Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed receptacles. Prevent formation of aerosols. Information about fire - and explosion protection: No special measures required. Storage: Requirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles: No special requirements. Information about storage in one common storage facility: Not required. Further information about storage conditions: None. 8 Exposure controls/personal protection Additional information about design of technical facilities: No further data; see item 7. Ingredients with limit 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 valid during the making were used as basis. Personal protective equipment: General protective and hygienic measures: Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work. Respiratory protection: Not necessary if room is well-ventilated. Protection of hands: Protective gloves The glove material has to be impermeable and resistant to the product/ the substance/ the preparation. Material of gloves The selection of the suitable gloves does not only depend on the material, but also on further marks of quality and varies from manufacturer to manufacturer. 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 Body protection: Protective work clothing * 9 Physical and chemical properties General Information Form: Colour: Odour: Fluid Transparent Characteristic (Contd. on page 3)

3 Page 3/5 Change in condition Melting point/melting range: Undetermined. Boiling point/boiling range: 100 C Flash point: > 100 C Self-igniting: Product is not selfigniting. Danger of explosion: Product does not present an explosion hazard. Vapour pressure at 20 C: 23.0 hpa Density at 20 C: g/cm³ Solubility in / Miscibility with water: ph-value at 20 C: 11.0 Fully miscible. (Contd. of page 2) 10 Stability and reactivity Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided: No decomposition if used according to specifications. Dangerous reactions Reacts with reducing agents. Dangerous decomposition products: Nitrogen oxides (NOx) 11 Toxicological information Acute toxicity: LD/LC50 values relevant for classification: sodium nitrite Oral LD mg/kg (rat) Sequestring agent Oral LD50 >3200 mg/kg (rat) Primary irritant effect: on the skin: No irritant effect. on the eye: No irritating effect. Sensitization: No sensitizing effects known. Additional toxicological information: The product shows the following dangers according to the calculation method of the General EU Classification Guidelines for Preparations as issued in the latest version: Toxic 12 Ecological information Ecotoxical effects: Acquatic toxicity: sodium nitrite EC50/ 48 h 135 mg/l (rainbow trout) LC50 / 48 h >135 mg/l (daphnia) Sequestring agent LC50/ 96 h >500 mg/l (fish) General notes: Water hazard class 2 (German Regulation) (Self-assessment): hazardous for water Do not allow product to reach ground water, water course or sewage system. (Contd. on page 4)

4 Page 4/5 Danger to drinking water if even small quantities leak into the ground. (Contd. of page 3) 13 Disposal considerations Product: Recommendation Must not be disposed together with household garbage. Do not allow product to reach sewage system. Uncleaned packaging: Recommendation: Disposal must be made according to official regulations. Recommended cleansing agents: Water, if necessary together with cleansing agents. 14 Transport information Land transport ADR/RID (cross-border) ADR/RID class: 6.1 (T4) Toxic substances. Danger code (Kemler): 60 UN-Number: 3287 Hazard label 6.1 Description of goods: 3287 TOXIC LIQUID, INORGANIC, N.O.S. (SODIUM NITRITE) Maritime transport IMDG: IMDG Class: 6.1 UN Number: 3287 Label 6.1 EMS Number: F-A,S-A Marine pollutant: No Proper shipping name: TOXIC LIQUID, INORGANIC, N.O.S. (SODIUM NITRITE) Air transport ICAO-TI and IATA-DGR: ICAO/IATA Class: 6.1 UN/ID Number: 3287 Label 6.1 Proper shipping name: TOXIC LIQUID, INORGANIC, N.O.S. (SODIUM NITRITE) 15 Regulatory information Labelling according to EU guidelines: The product has been classified and marked in accordance with EU Directives / Ordinance on Hazardous Materials. Code letter and hazard designation of product: T Toxic Hazard-determining components of labelling: sodium nitrite Risk phrases: 25 Toxic if swallowed. Safety phrases: 20 When using do not eat or drink. 23 Do not breathe gas/fumes/vapour/spray (appropriate wording to be specified by the manufacturer). 25 Avoid contact with eyes. 36/39 Wear suitable protective clothing and eye/face protection. (Contd. on page 5)

5 Page 5/5 (Contd. of page 4) 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible). 60 This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste. National regulations: Waterhazard class: Water hazard class 2 (Self-assessment): hazardous for water. * 16 Other information This information is based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for any specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship. Relevant R-phrases 22 Harmful if swallowed. 25 Toxic if swallowed. 36/38 Irritating to eyes and skin. 50 Very toxic to aquatic organisms. 52/53 Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. 8 Contact with combustible material may cause fire. Department issuing MSDS: Safety Department * Data compared to the previous version altered.