DARRANT CHEMICALS SAFETY DATA SHEET ACETIC ACID >90% SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

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1 Revision: 01 DARRANT CHEMICALS SAFETY DATA SHEET ACETIC ACID SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking 1.1. Product identifier Product name ACETIC ACID Product number Synonyms; trade names VINEGAR ACID,ETHANOIC ACID,METHANE CARBOXYLIC ACID,ACETIC ACID PURE 99.9% SOL,ACETIC ACID, GLACIAL MIN 99.85% FOOD GRADE,ACETIC ACID MIN 99% TN,ACETIC ACID 99/100%,ACETIC ACID 99/100% OLEON,ACETIC ACID 99/100% FCC ED. 7,L400 (ACETIC ACID 99/100%) REACH registration number CAS number EU index number EC number Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against Identified uses Chemical 1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet Supplier DARRANT CHEMICALS Unit 1 Witham Point Business Park Wavell Drive Lincoln LN3 4PL 1.4. Emergency telephone number Emergency Contact Number (Office Hours) Emergency Contact Number (Outside Office Hours) Sds No SECTION 2: Hazards identification 2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture Classification Physical hazards Health hazards Environmental hazards Flam. Liq. 3 - H226 Skin Corr. 1A - H314 Eye Dam. 1 - H318 Not Classified 1/8

2 Classification (67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC) Revision date: 31/01/ Label elements EC number Pictogram C;R35. R Signal word Hazard statements Precautionary statements 2.3. Other hazards Danger H226 Flammable liquid and vapour. H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P313 Get medical advice/attention. This substance is not classified as PBT or vpvb according to current EU criteria. SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients 3.1. Substances Product name ACETIC ACID REACH registration number EU index number CAS number EC number SECTION 4: First aid measures 4.1. Description of first aid measures Inhalation Move affected person to fresh air at once. Get medical attention. Ingestion Skin contact Eye contact Move affected person to fresh air and keep warm and at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Rinse mouth thoroughly with water. Give plenty of water to drink. Get medical attention. Remove contaminated clothing immediately and wash skin with soap and water. Get medical attention if any discomfort continues. Rinse immediately with plenty of water. Remove any contact lenses and open eyelids wide apart. Continue to rinse for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention immediately. Continue to rinse Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed Inhalation Ingestion Skin contact Irritation of nose, throat and airway. May cause chemical burns in mouth, oesophagus and stomach. Causes severe burns. Eye contact Causes burns Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed Notes for the doctor No recommendation given, but first aid may still be required in case of accidental exposure, inhalation or ingestion of this chemical. If in doubt, GET MEDICAL ATTENTION PROMPTLY! 2/8

3 SECTION 5: Firefighting measures 5.1. Extinguishing media Suitable extinguishing media Extinguish with alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide, dry powder or water fog Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture Specific hazards Acetic acid. Oxides of the following substances: Carbon Advice for firefighters Special protective equipment Wear positive-pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and appropriate protective for firefighters clothing. SECTION 6: Accidental release measures 6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures Personal precautions Follow precautions for safe handling described in this safety data sheet. Avoid inhalation of spray mist and contact with skin and eyes. Take precautionary measures against static discharges. Provide adequate ventilation Environmental precautions Environmental precautions Spillages or uncontrolled discharges into watercourses must be reported immediately to the Environmental Agency or other appropriate regulatory body Methods and material for containment and cleaning up Methods for cleaning up Absorb spillage with inert, damp, non-combustible material. Flush contaminated area with plenty of water. Collect and place in suitable waste disposal containers and seal securely. For waste disposal, see Section Reference to other sections Reference to other sections For personal protection, see Section 8. SECTION 7: Handling and storage 7.1. Precautions for safe handling Usage precautions Keep away from heat, sparks and open flame. Avoid the formation of mists. Provide adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with skin and eyes Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Storage precautions Storage class Keep away from heat, sparks and open flame. Store in tightly-closed, original container in a well-ventilated place. Flammable liquid storage Specific end use(s) Specific end use(s) The identified uses for this product are detailed in Section /8

4 SECTION 8: Exposure Controls/personal protection 8.1. Control parameters 8.2. Exposure controls Protective equipment Eye/face protection The following protection should be worn: Chemical splash goggles. EN 166 Hand protection It is recommended that gloves are made of the following material: Butyl rubber. EN 374 Other skin and body protection Respiratory protection Wear rubber apron. Wear rubber footwear. If ventilation is inadequate, suitable respiratory protection must be worn. EN 136/140/145/143/149 SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties 9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties Appearance Liquid. Colour Odour Melting point Initial boiling point and range Flash point Colourless. Strong. Pungent C C PMCC (Pensky-Martens closed cup). Evaporation rate 1.34 Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits Upper flammable/explosive limit: 16 Lower flammable/explosive limit: 4 Vapour pressure C Vapour density 2.1 Relative 20 C Solubility(ies) Soluble in water. Auto-ignition temperature 463 C Viscosity C 9.2. Other information Other information Not determined. SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity Reactivity Reactivity Does not decompose when used and stored as recommended Chemical stability 4/8

5 Stability Stable at normal ambient temperatures and when used as recommended Possibility of hazardous reactions Possibility of hazardous reactions Not determined Conditions to avoid Conditions to avoid Avoid excessive heat for prolonged periods of time. Avoid heat, flames and other sources of ignition Incompatible materials Materials to avoid Strong acids. Strong alkalis. Strong oxidising agents. Strong reducing agents. Alcohols, glycols Hazardous decomposition products Hazardous decomposition Acetic acid. Oxides of the following substances: Carbon. products SECTION 11: Toxicological information Information on toxicological effects Inhalation Ingestion Skin contact Eye contact Vapour may irritate respiratory system/lungs. Swallowing concentrated chemical may cause severe internal injury. Causes burns. May cause serious chemical burns to the skin. May cause severe eye irritation. Causes burns. SECTION 12: Ecological Information Ecotoxicity Toxicity Toxicity The product is mildly toxic to aquatic organisms. Not considered toxic to fish. Acute toxicity - fish LC₅ ₀, 96 hours: 75 mg/l, Fish bility Persistence and degrada Persistence and degradability The product is readily biodegradable Bioaccumulative potential Bioaccumulative potential The product does not contain any substances expected to be bioaccumulating Mobility in soil Mobility The product is soluble in water Results of PBT and vpvb assessment 5/8

6 Results of PBT and vpvb assessment This substance is not classified as PBT or vpvb according to current EU criteria Other adverse effects Cod 1.07 SECTION 13: Disposal considerations Waste treatment methods General information Disposal methods Waste should be treated as controlled waste. Do not puncture or incinerate, even when empty. Materials such as cleaning rags and paper wipes that are contaminated with flammable liquids may self-ignite after use and should be stored in designated fireproof containers with tight-fitting, self-closing lids. Dispose of waste to licensed waste disposal site in accordance with the requirements of the local Waste Disposal Authority. SECTION 14: Transport information General Wear protective clothing as described in Section 8 of this safety data sheet UN number UN No. (ADR/RID) 2789 UN No. (IMDG) 2789 UN No. (ICAO) UN proper shipping name Proper shipping name ACETIC ACID, GLACIAL (ADR/RID) Proper shipping name ACETIC ACID, GLACIAL (IMDG) Proper shipping name (ICAO) ACETIC ACID, GLACIAL Proper shipping name (ADN) ACETIC ACID, GLACIAL Transport hazard class(es) ADR/RID class 8 ADR/RID subsidiary risk 3 ADR/RID label 8 & 3 IMDG class 8 IMDG subsidiary risk 3 ICAO class/division 8 6/8

7 ICAO subsidiary risk 3 Transport labels Packing group ADR/RID packing group IMDG packing group ICAO packing group II II II Environmental hazards Environmentally hazardous substance/marine pollutant No Special precautions for user EmS Emergency Action Code F-E, S-C 2P Hazard Identification Number 83 (ADR/RID) Tunnel restriction code (D/E) Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL73/78 and the IBC Code Transport in bulk according to No information required. Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code SECTION 15: Regulatory information Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture National regulations The Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging for Supply) Regulations 2009 (SI 2009 No. 716). EU legislation Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 18 December 2006 concerning the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) (as amended). Guidance Chemical safety assessment CHIP for everyone HSG228. Safety Data Sheets for Substances and Preparations. Approved Classification and Labelling Guide (Sixth edition) L131. DSEAR No chemical safety assessment has been carried out. SECTION 16: Other information Revision comments NOTE: Lines within the margin indicate significant changes from the previous revision. 7/8

8 Revision date 31/01/2012 Revision 01 SDS number SDS status Signature Risk phrases in full Hazard statements in full Approved. Jitendra Panchal R10 Flammable. R35 Causes severe burns. H226 Flammable liquid and vapour. H318 Causes serious eye damage. H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. 8/8