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MSDS - Grapefruit Seed - Citrus grandis - Extract
GRAPEFRUIT SEED EXTRACT
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
01. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION & THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
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Product Identifier |
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Product Name |
Grapefruit Seed Extract |
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Biological Definition |
A broad-spectrum, antimicrobial compound produced from the seeds and pulp of Citrus grandis. Blended with Glycerin and stabilised with Ascorbic Acid. |
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INCI Name |
Citrus Grandis Seed Extract & Glycerine & Ascorbic Acid & Aqua |
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Synonyms & Trade Names |
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Relative identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against |
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Used in the food industry as a preservative and antioxidant. Used in the cosmetics industry as a preservative and antimicrobial agent. |
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Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet |
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Essential Oils Direct Ltd 13 Parkside Industrial Estate, Royton, Oldham OL2 6DS - Reg No 04199912 |
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Emergency Tel. No. |
+ 44 (0) 161 633 3952 |
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02. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
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2.1 |
Classification of the substance or mixture |
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Not classed as a hazardous substance. |
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Classification (EC 1272/2008) |
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Not classed as a hazardous substance. |
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Label Elements |
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Label in accordance with (EC) No 1272/2008 |
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None. |
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Signal Word |
None. |
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Contains |
Contains no hazardous substances. |
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Hazard Statements |
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None. |
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Precautionary Statements |
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None. |
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Supplementary Precautionary Statements |
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None. |
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Other Hazards |
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PBT or vPvB according to Annex XIII |
No additional data available. |
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Adverse physio-chemical properties |
No additional data available. |
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Adverse effects on human health |
No additional data available.
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03. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
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Mixtures |
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Approx. 50.0% Glycerine (Cas No. 56-81-5) Approx. 25.0% Citrus Grandis Seed Extract (Cas No. 90045-43-5/8016-20-4) >10.0 - <25.0% Aqua 3.0 – 4.5% Ascorbic Acid (50-81-7 / 62624-30-0) |
04. FIRST AID MEASURES
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4.1 |
Description of first aid measures |
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Inhalation |
Move the exposed person to fresh air at once. Seek medical attention if any discomfort continues. |
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Ingestion |
Seek medical attention immediately. Rinse mouth and drink plenty of water. Do not induce vomiting. |
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Skin Contact |
Remove contaminated clothing. Wash skin with soap and water. Seek medical attention if any discomfort continues. |
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Eye Contact |
Immediately flush with plenty of water for up to 15 minutes. Remove any contact lenses and open eyes wide apart. Seek medical attention immediately. Continue to rinse. |
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4.2 |
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed |
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No additional data available. |
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4.3 |
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed |
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Treat symptomatically. |
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05. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
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5.1 |
Extinguishing Media |
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Extinguishing media: Water Spray. Dry Chemical Powder. Foam.
Unsuitable extinguishing media: Do not use direct water jet burning material. |
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Special hazards arising from the product |
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Avoid vapour inhalation. Keep away from sources of ignition. Do not smoke. Risk of toxic pyrolysis. |
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Advice for firefighters |
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Standard measures in line with fire safety regulations. Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus & protective clothing. Closed containers may build up pressure when exposed to heat and should be cooled with water spray. |
06. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
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6.1 |
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures |
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Avoid inhalation and direct contact with skin and eyes. Note that spillages constitute a slipping hazard. Use individual protective equipment (safety glasses, waterproof-boots, suitable protective clothing) in case of major spillages. |
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6.2 |
Environmental Precautions |
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Do not discharge into drains, water courses or onto the ground. Dispose of in line with Local authority guidelines. |
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6.3 |
Methods and material for containment and cleaning up. |
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Soak up spillage with sand or other inert material. Transfer soaked material to suitable waste container and dispose according to prevailing regulations. If spillage on water occurs; Remove from the surface with suitable adsorbent material. Disposal according to UK/EU Environmental regulations. |
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6.4 |
Reference to other sections |
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Sections 8 and 13. |
07. HANDLING AND STORAGE
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7.1 |
Precautions for safe handling |
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Apply good manufacturing practice & industrial hygiene practices, ensuring proper ventilation. Observe good personal hygiene, and do not eat, drink or smoke whilst handling. |
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Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities |
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Store in tightly closed original container, in a cool (max room temperature) dry & ventilated area away from heat sources. Protect from freezing and direct sunlight. Keep away from naked flames and sources of ignition. Intrusion into the soil to be avoided. Take precautions to avoid static discharges in working area. |
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Specific end use(s) |
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No additional data available. |
08. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
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8.1 |
Control parameters |
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None. |
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8.2 |
Exposure controls |
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Protective Equipment |
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No special measures required. |
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Process Conditions |
No special measures required. |
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Engineering Measures |
Provide adequate ventilation. |
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Respiratory Equipment |
Avoid breathing product vapour. Use adequate ventilation. |
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Hand Protection |
Use chemically resistant gloves if there is a risk of direct contact or splashing. |
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Eye Protection |
Wear safety glasses or face shield to protect from risk of splashing. |
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Other Protection |
Slip proof shoes may be worn in event of spillages. |
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Hygiene Measures |
Good personal hygiene practices are always advisable, especially when working with chemicals / oils. Wash hands with soap and water after handling. |
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Personal Protection |
Avoid breathing in product vapours. Wear appropriate clothing to prevent possibility of skin and eye contact. |
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Skin Protection |
Wear appropriate clothing to prevent possibility of skin contact. |
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Environmental Exposure Controls |
Avoid discharging into drainage water. |
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09. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
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9.1 |
Information on basic physical and chemical properties |
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Appearance |
Clear, viscous mobile liquid. |
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Colour |
Yellow/brown. |
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Odour |
Characteristic. |
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Relative Density |
1.197 - 1.245 @ 20°C |
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Flash Point (°C) |
No additional data available. |
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Refractive Index |
No additional data available. |
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Melting Point (°C) |
No additional data available. |
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Boiling Point (°C) |
No additional data available. |
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Vapour Pressure |
No additional data available. |
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Solubility in Water @20°C |
Soluble. |
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Auto-ignition temperature (°C) |
No additional data available. |
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9.2 |
Other information |
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No additional data available. |
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10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
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10.1 |
Reactivity |
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Generally stable. It presents no significant reactivity hazards, by itself or in contact with water. |
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10.2 |
Chemical stability |
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Stable under the recommended handling and storage conditions. |
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10.3 |
Possible hazardous reactions |
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No additional data available. |
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10.4 |
Conditions to Avoid |
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Keep away from ignition sources, high temperatures (especially near flash point) and open flames. |
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10.5 |
Incompatible materials |
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Avoid contact with strong acids, alkalis and oxidising agents. |
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10.6 |
Hazardous Decomposition Products |
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Does not decompose at proper handling. |
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11. TOXOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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11.1 |
Information on toxicological effects |
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Acute Toxicity |
No additional data available. |
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Skin corrosion / irritation |
No additional data available. |
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Serious eye damage / irritation |
No additional data available. |
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Respiratory or skin sensitisation |
No additional data available. |
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Germ Cell Mutagenicity |
No additional data available. |
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Carcinogenicity |
No additional data available. |
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Reproductive toxicity |
No additional data available. |
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STOT-single exposure |
No additional data available. |
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STOT-repeated exposure |
No additional data available. |
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Aspiration hazard |
No additional data available. |
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Photo-toxicity |
No additional data available. |
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Other Information |
None. |
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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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12.1 |
Toxicity |
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No additional data available. |
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12.2 |
Persistence & degradability |
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No additional data available. |
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12.3 |
Bioaccumulation Potential |
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No additional data available. |
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12.4 |
Mobility in soil |
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No additional data available.
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12.5 |
Results of PBT and vPvB Assessment |
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No additional data available. |
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12.6 |
Other adverse effects |
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Do not allow product to enter streams, sewers or other waterways. |
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13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
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13.1 |
Waste treatment methods |
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Collect and dispose of waste product in accordance with local authority guidelines. Product remainders should not intrude soil or waters. Uncontaminated containers mat be recycled. |
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14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
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14.1 |
UN number |
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UN No. Road |
Not bound by transport regulations. |
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UN No. SEA |
Not bound by transport regulations. |
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UN No. AIR |
Not bound by transport regulations. |
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UN proper shipping name |
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Not bound by transport regulations. |
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14.3 |
Transport hazard class(es) |
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Not bound by transport regulations. |
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14.4 |
Packing group |
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No additional data available. |
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14.5 |
Environmental hazards |
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No hazard label necessary – non hazardous product. |
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14.6 |
Special precautions for user |
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See sections 6 – 8. |
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Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL73/78 and the IBC code |
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Not defined |
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15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
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15.1 |
Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture |
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Statutory Instruments The Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging for Supply Regulations 2009 (S.I. 2009 No 716) Guidance Notes Workplace Exposure Limits EH40. CHIP for everyone HSG(108). 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), establishing a European Chemicals Agency, amending Directive 1999/45/EC and repealing Council Regulation (EEC) No 793/93 and Commission Regulation (EC) No 1488/94 as well as Council Directive 76/769/EEC and Commission Directives 91/155/EEC, 93/67/EEC, 93/105/EC and 2000/21/EC, including amendments. |
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15.2 |
Chemical safety assessment |
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No additional data available. |
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16. OTHER INFORMATION
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Hazard and/or Precautionary Statements in Full |
None - non hazardous product |
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Other Information |
None |
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Revision Date |
06/01/2017 |
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Reason for revision |
Updated composition details |
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Rev No/Repl, SDS Generated |
02 |