Safety Data Sheet K85EE Omega-3-acid ethyl esters Revision date : 2014/12/12 Page: 1/7

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1 Revision date : 2014/12/12 Page: 1/7 1. Product and Company Identification Company BASF Canada Inc. 100 Milverton Drive Mississauga, ON L5R 4H1, CANADA 24 Hour Emergency Response Information CANUTEC (reverse charges): (613) BASF HOTLINE: (800) 454-COPE (2673) Synonyms: Omega 3-fatty acid ethyl ester 2. Hazards Identification Emergency overview Caution - Slippery when wet! State of matter: liquid Colour: light yellow Odour: faint odour, fish-like Potential health effects Acute toxicity: Virtually nontoxic after a single ingestion. Irritation / corrosion: Prolonged exposure to the product can result in irritation of the skin and mucous membranes. Sensitization: Based on available Data, the classification criteria are not met. Chronic toxicity: Carcinogenicity: Based on available Data, the classification criteria are not met. Repeated dose toxicity: Based on available Data, the classification criteria are not met. Reproductive toxicity: Based on available Data, the classification criteria are not met. Genotoxicity: Based on available Data, the classification criteria are not met. Signs and symptoms of overexposure: No significant reaction of the human body to the product known.

2 Revision date : 2014/12/12 Page: 2/7 Potential environmental effects Degradation / environmental fate: Biodegradable. 3. Composition / Information on Ingredients Not WHMIS controlled. 4. First-Aid Measures General advice: Remove contaminated clothing. If inhaled: Keep patient calm, remove to fresh air. If on skin: Wash thoroughly with soap and water. If in eyes: Wash affected eyes for at least 15 minutes under running water with eyelids held open. If swallowed: Rinse mouth and then drink plenty of water. Note to physician Treatment: Symptomatic treatment (decontamination, vital functions). 5. Fire-Fighting Measures Flash point: > 95 C Autoignition: 260 C Lower explosion limit: Upper explosion limit: Flammability: Self-ignition temperature: hardly combustible For liquids not relevant for classification and labelling. For liquids not relevant for classification and labelling. Risk of self-ignition when a large surface area is produced due to fine dispersion. Suitable extinguishing media: carbon dioxide, dry powder, water spray, alcohol-resistant foam Unsuitable extinguishing media for safety reasons: water jet Hazards during fire-fighting: 2-propenal, carbon oxides, harmful vapours The substances/groups of substances mentioned can be released in case of fire. Burning produces harmful and toxic fumes. Evolution of fumes/fog. Protective equipment for fire-fighting: Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus.

3 Revision date : 2014/12/12 Page: 3/7 Further information: Cool endangered containers with water-spray. Dispose of fire debris and contaminated extinguishing water in accordance with official regulations. 6. Accidental release measures Personal precautions: Wear suitable protective clothing. Information regarding personal protective measures see, section 8. Environmental precautions: Do not discharge into drains/surface waters/groundwater. Cleanup: Mop up spills with non-flammable adsorbents (e.g. vermiculite, spill mats). Soiled textiles / cleaning rags / adsorbents and Silica are capable of self ignition and should be wetted with water and must be disposed of in a safe manner. Dispose of absorbed material in accordance with regulations. For small amounts: Pick up with suitable absorbent material. For large amounts: Dike spillage. Pump off product. Further information: High risk of slipping due to leakage/spillage of product. 7. Handling and Storage Handling General advice: No special measures necessary provided product is used correctly. Protection against fire and explosion: Avoid all sources of ignition: heat, sparks, open flame. Take precautionary measures against static discharges. Soiled textiles / cleaning rags / adsorbents and Silica are capable of self ignition and should be wetted with water and must be disposed of in a safe manner. Storage General advice: Containers should be stored tightly sealed in a dry place. Protect from the effects of light. Keep under dry nitrogen. Storage stability: Storage temperature: 0-25 C Temperature tolerance Protect from temperatures below: 0 C Protect from temperatures above: 25 C 8. Exposure Controls and Personal Protection Personal protective equipment Respiratory protection: Respiratory protection in case of vapour/aerosol release. Hand protection: Wear chemical resistant protective gloves.

4 Revision date : 2014/12/12 Page: 4/7 Eye protection: Safety glasses with side-shields and face shield. Body protection: Body protection must be chosen based on level of activity and exposure. General safety and hygiene measures: Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wearing of closed work clothing is recommended. No eating, drinking, smoking or tobacco use at the place of work. Hands and/or face should be washed before breaks and at the end of the shift. Store work clothing separately. 9. Physical and Chemical Properties Form: oily Odour: faint odour, fish-like Odour threshold: No data available. Colour: light yellow ph value: not soluble Freezing point: < -20 C Boiling point: > 400 C ( 1,013 hpa) Vapour pressure: negligible Density: approx. 0.9 g/cm3 ( 20 C) Vapour density: not determined Partitioning coefficient n- not applicable for mixtures octanol/water (log Pow): Viscosity, dynamic: No data available. Solubility in water: not soluble Solubility (qualitative): soluble solvent(s): organic solvents, 10. Stability and Reactivity Conditions to avoid: > 150 degrees Celsius See MSDS section 7 - Handling and storage. Substances to avoid: strong oxidizing agents Hazardous reactions: When finely distributed, self-ignition is possible. Decomposition products: Hazardous decomposition products: carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, 2-propenal Thermal decomposition: If product is heated above decomposition temperature, toxic vapours will be released. Corrosion to metals: Corrosive effects to metal are not anticipated. Oxidizing properties: Based on its structural properties the product is not classified as oxidizing. 11. Toxicological information Acute toxicity

5 Revision date : 2014/12/12 Page: 5/7 Assessment of acute toxicity: Virtually nontoxic after a single ingestion. The product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from the structure of the product. Oral: Type of value: ATE Value: > 5,000 mg/kg Irritation / corrosion Assessment of irritating effects: Prolonged exposure to the product can result in irritation of the skin and mucous membranes. The product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from the structure of the product. Other Information: The product has not been tested. The statements on toxicology have been derived from the properties of the individual components. 12. Ecological Information Aquatic toxicity Assessment of aquatic toxicity: Fish Acute: OECD Guideline 203 static Brachydanio rerio/lc50 (96 h): > 100 mg/l The details of the toxic effect relate to the nominal concentration. Aquatic invertebrates Acute: OECD Guideline 202, part 1 static Daphnia magna/ec50 (48 h): > 100 mg/l The details of the toxic effect relate to the nominal concentration. The product has low solubility in the test medium. An eluate has been tested. Aquatic plants Toxicity to aquatic plants: OECD Guideline 201 static green algae/ec50 (72 h): > 100 mg/l The details of the toxic effect relate to the nominal concentration. The product has low solubility in the test medium. An eluate has been tested. Biodegradable. Not readily biodegradable (by OECD criteria).

6 Revision date : 2014/12/12 Page: 6/7 Environmental mobility: Assessment transport between environmental compartments: The substance will rapidly evaporate into the atmosphere from the water surface. Adsorption to solid soil phase is expected. Other adverse effects: The product has not been tested. The statements on ecotoxicology have been derived from the properties of the individual components. 13. Disposal considerations Waste disposal of substance: Observe national and local legal requirements. Container disposal: Uncontaminated packaging can be re-used. Packs that cannot be cleaned should be disposed of in the same manner as the contents. 14. Transport Information Land transport TDG Not classified as a dangerous good under transport regulations Sea transport IMDG Not classified as a dangerous good under transport regulations Air transport IATA/ICAO Not classified as a dangerous good under transport regulations 15. Regulatory Information Federal Regulations Registration status: Chemical DSL, CA released / listed Pharma DSL, CA released / listed Not WHMIS controlled. THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN CLASSIFIED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE HAZARD CRITERIA OF THE CPR AND THE MSDS CONTAINS ALL THE INFORMATION REQUIRED BY THE CPR.

7 Revision date : 2014/12/12 Page: 7/7 16. Other Information Recommended use: Pharmaceutical agent We support worldwide Responsible Care initiatives. We value the health and safety of our employees, customers, suppliers and neighbors, and the protection of the environment. Our commitment to Responsible Care is integral to conducting our business and operating our facilities in a safe and environmentally responsible fashion, supporting our customers and suppliers in ensuring the safe and environmentally sound handling of our products, and minimizing the impact of our operations on society and the environment during production, storage, transport, use and disposal of our products. SDS Prepared by: BASF NA Product Regulations BASF HOTLINE (800) 454 COPE (2673) SDS Prepared on: 2014/12/12 END OF DATA SHEET