AVOCADO OIL (UNREFINED)
SAFETY DATA SHEET
(SDS)
01. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION & THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
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1.1
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Product Identifier
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Product Name
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Avocado Oil Unrefined.
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Biological Definition
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The oil obtained from pressing the fruits of Persea gratissima Gaertn. (syn Persea americana Mill.).
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INCI Name
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Persea gratissima oil.
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Synonyms & Trade Names
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Alligator pear oil.
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CAS-No
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8024-32-6
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EC No.
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232-428-0
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EINECS No.
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232-428-0
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1.2
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Relative identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
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No additional data available.
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1.3
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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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1.4
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Emergency Tel. No.
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+ 44 (0) 161 633 3952
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02. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
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2.1
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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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2.2
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Label Elements
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Label in accordance with (EC) No 1272/2008
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No labelling required.
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Signal Word
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None.
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Contains
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Contains no hazardous substances. Avocado oil is pressed from the fruit pulp and is composed primarily of oleic acid based glycerides & some 10% of unsaponifiable compounds, such as sterols and volatile acids.
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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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2.3
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Other Hazards
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PBT or vPvB according to Annex XIII
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No.
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Adverse physio-chemical properties
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Oil is flammable but of low risk.
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Adverse effects on human health
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No symptoms known.
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03. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
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3.1
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Substances
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100% Persea gratissima oil - Cas No: 8024-32-6 not classed as a hazardous product
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04. FIRST AID MEASURES
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4.1
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Description of first aid measures
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Inhalation
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Move the exposed person to fresh air at once. Seek medical attention if any discomfort continues.
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Ingestion
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Rinse mouth with water. Seek medical attention if any discomfort occurs.
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Skin Contact
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Remove contaminated clothing. Wash skin with soap and water. Seek medical attention if any discomfort continues.
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Eye Contact
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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
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Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
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No symptoms known.
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4.3
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Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
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None.
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05. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
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5.1
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Extinguishing Media
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Extinguishing media: Carbon dioxide (CO2). Dry Chemical Powder. Foam.
Unsuitable extinguishing media: do not use direct water jet on burning material.
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5.2
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Special hazards arising from the product
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No specific hazards.
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5.3
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Advice for firefighters
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Closed containers may build up pressure when exposed to heat and should be cooled with water spray. Wear protective clothing. Avoid inhalation of vapours.
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06. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
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6.1
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Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
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Use protective gloves, goggles and suitable protective clothing. Remove sources of ignition, provide adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
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6.2
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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
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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
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Reference to other sections
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None.
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07. HANDLING AND STORAGE
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7.1
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Precautions for safe handling
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Apply good manufacturing practice & industrial hygiene practices, ensuring proper workplace ventilation. Observe good personal hygiene, and do not eat, drink or smoke whilst handling.
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7.2
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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 air contact to a minimum. Intrusion into the soil to be avoided.
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7.3
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Specific end use(s)
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No additional data available.
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08. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
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8.1
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Control parameters
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None.
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8.2
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Exposure controls
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Protective Equipment
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Goggles Gloves Overalls
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Process Conditions
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No special measures required.
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Engineering Measures
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Provide adequate ventilation.
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Respiratory Equipment
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Use adequate ventilation, especially wen handling hot oil.
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Hand Protection
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Use chemically resistant gloves if there is a risk of direct contact or splashing.
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Eye Protection
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Wear safety goggles or face shield if risk of splashing.
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Other Protection
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Slip proof shoes may be worn in event of spillages.
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Hygiene Measures
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Good personal hygiene practices are always advisable, especially when working with chemicals / oils.
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Personal Protection
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Wear appropriate clothing to prevent possibility of skin contact.
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Skin Protection
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Wear appropriate clothing to prevent possibility of skin contact.
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Environmental Exposure Controls
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Avoid discharging into drainage water.
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09. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
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9.1
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Information on basic physical and chemical properties
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Appearance
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Clear, green to yellowish liquid.
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Colour
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Green to yellowish.
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Odour
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Characteristic
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Relative Density
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0.912 - 0.923 @ 20°C
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Flash Point (°C)
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>200°C
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Refractive Index
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1.468 - 1.476 @ 20°C
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Melting Point (°C)
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No additional data available.
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Boiling Point (°C)
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No additional data available.
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Vapour Pressure
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No additional data available.
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Solubility in Water @20°C
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Insoluble in water. Soluble in vegetable oils.
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Auto-ignition temperature (°C)
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No additional data available.
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9.2
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Other information
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No additional data available.
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10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
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10.1
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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
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Chemical stability
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Stable under the recommended handling and storage conditions.
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10.3
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Possible hazardous reactions
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None.
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10.4
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Conditions to Avoid
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Avoid storage temperatures above 25°C.
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10.5
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Incompatible materials
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Avoid contact with strong acids, alkalis and oxidising agents.
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10.6
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Hazardous Decomposition Products
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Does not decompose at proper handling. Liable to cause smoke & acrid fumes during combustion: carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide & other non-identified organic compounds may be formed.
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11. TOXOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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11.1
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Information on toxicological effects
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Acute Toxicity
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No additional data available.
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Skin corrosion / irritation
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No additional data available.
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Serious eye damage / irritation
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No additional data available.
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Respiratory or skin sensitisation
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No additional data available.
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Germ Cell Mutagenicity
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No additional data available.
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Carcinogenicity
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No additional data available.
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Reproductive toxicity
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No additional data available.
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STOT-single exposure
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No additional data available.
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STOT-repeated exposure
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No additional data available.
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Aspiration hazard
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No additional data available.
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Photo-toxicity
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Not photo toxic.
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Other Information
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None.
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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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12.1
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Toxicity
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No additional data available.
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12.2
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Persistence & degradability
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Expected to be fully biodegradable.
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12.3
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Bioaccumulation Potential
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Possible.
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12.4
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Mobility in soil
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No additional data available.
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12.5
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Results of PBT and vPvB Assessment
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No additional data available.
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12.6
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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
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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.
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14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
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14.1
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UN number
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UN No. Road
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Not applicable - Non hazardous product.
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UN No. SEA
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Not applicable - Non hazardous product.
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UN No. AIR
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Not applicable - Non hazardous product.
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UN proper shipping name
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Not applicable - Non hazardous product.
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14.3
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Transport hazard class(es)
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Not applicable - Non hazardous product.
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14.4
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Packing group
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Not applicable - Non hazardous product.
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14.5
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Environmental hazards
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No hazard label necessary – non hazardous product.
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14.6
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Special precautions for user
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See sections 6 – 8.
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14.7
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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
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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).
Approved Code Of Practice
Classification and Labelling of Substances and Preparations Dangerous for Supply.
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
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Chemical safety assessment
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No additional information available.
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16. OTHER INFORMATION
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Hazard and/or Precautionary Statements in Full
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None - non hazardous product.
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Other Information
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None.
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Revision Date
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23/06/2015
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Reason for revision
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New SDS.
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Rev No/Repl, SDS Generated
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01
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DISCLAIMER: This information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process. Such information is, to the best of the company's knowledge and belief, accurate and reliable as of the date indicated. However, no warranty guarantee or representation is made to its accuracy, reliability or completeness. It is the user's responsibility to satisfy himself as to the suitability of such information for his own particular use.
