MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. PRODUCT NAME DESCRIPTION
Kilfrost ABC-S Plus Aircraft de-/anti-icing fluid, Type IV. Complies
with specification AMS 1428.
SUPPLIED IN THE USA BY: CONTACT NUMBERS
Kilfrost Incorporated Working Hours: 954 282 5050
6250 Coral Ridge Drive Emergency: 954 558 7268
Suite 130 Alt emergency: 954 756 5645
Coral Springs, Florida FAX: 954 282 5049
33076, USA Email:
[email protected] SUPPLIED IN EUROPE BY: CONTACT NUMBERS
Kilfrost Limited Working Hours: (01144 1434) 320332
Albion Works Other Times: (01144 1228) 573614
HALTWHISTLE FAX: (01144 1434) 321463
Northumberland Email:
[email protected] NE49 0HJ
ENGLAND
2. COMPOSITION
2.1 Aqueous monopropylene glycol mixture.
2.2 Contains a minimum of 50% monopropylene glycol.
3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
3.1 Inhalation Considered to be non-hazardous.
3.2 Skin Unlikely to cause irritation.
3.3 Eyes May cause temporary irritation.
3.4 Ingestion Considered to be non-hazardous.
3.5 Occupational Exposure Limits An exposure limit has been set for Monopropylene
Glycol (synonym Propane-1,2-diol).
This applies in the UK only.
UK (EH 40) WEL
3
Total (vapor & particulates) 150 ppm (470 mg/m ) (8hr TWA)
3
Particulates -ppm ( 10 mg/m ) (8hr TWA)
ACGIH TLV – TWA No limit assigned.
FRANCE VME No limit assigned.
GERMANY MAK No limit assigned.
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4. FIRST AID MEASURES
4.1 Ingestion Give large quantities of water to drink. Consult
medical personnel.
4.2 Skin contact Wash off in flowing water. Launder contaminated
clothing before re-use.
4.3 Eye contact Irrigate with water for 5 minutes. Obtain medical
assistance if irritation persists.
4.4 Inhalation Move to fresh air if feeling ill. Consult medical
personnel if symptoms persist.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
5.1 Flash point (closed cup) None below boiling point.
5.2 Auto ignition temperature 446°C
5.3 Explosion limits No data.
5.4 Specific fire-fighting procedures None.
5.5 Unusual fire hazards The product may become combustible After
prolonged heating at the boiling point.
5.6 Extinguishing media Water, foam, Carbon Dioxide, dry powder.
5.7 Hazardous decomposition products Incomplete combustion may produce Carbon
Monoxide and other harmful gases/vapors.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
For Chemical Emergency
Spill, Leak, Fire, Exposure, or Accident
Call CHEMTREC Day or Night
Within USA and Canada: 1-800-424-9300
Outside USA and Canada: +1 703-527-3887 (collect calls accepted)
6.1 Contain spillage and absorb on suitable material e.g. sawdust, sand or earth. Transfer to a
container for disposal. See section 13.
6.2 Wash the spillage area with plenty of water.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
7.1 Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid breathing mists/vapors when spraying.
7.2 Store in tightly sealed original containers, away from direct heat and strong oxidizing agents.
7.3 Do not use uncoated mild steel tanks. For advice on bulk and/or heated storage contact
Kilfrost
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8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
8.1 Maintain sufficient ventilation to comply with ‘Workplace Exposure Limit’.
8.2 Wear eye protection if splashing is possible. An eye wash bottle should be available.
8.3 Gloves and protective overalls recommended if prolonged contact is likely.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Typical Values
9.1 Appearance Clear, green fluid (or colorless subject to
customer demands).
9.2 Odour None.
9.3 pH (20°C) 7
9.4 Boiling point 104°C
9.5 Flammability data See 5.1 – 5.3
9.6 Vapour pressure (20°C) 15 mm Hg
9.7 Specific gravity (20°C) 1.038
9.8 Vapour density (air = 1) 1.0 (estimated)
9.9 Freezing point
100% -37°C
75% v/v -22°C
50% v/v -11°C
9.10 Brookfield LVT Viscosity
(Spindle No. 1 or 2; 0.3 rpm)
20°C 25,000 mPas
-25°C 12,000 mPas
9.11 Specific heat
20°C 3.6 J/g/°C
70°C 3.7 J/g°C
9.12 Solubility in water Completely miscible.
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
10.1 Stable under normal storage conditions.
10.2 Incompatible materials – strong oxidizing agents.
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11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
11.1 Considered to have low oral toxicity. See also section 3.
11.2 LD50 (rat – oral) > 2000 mg/Kg (OECD 401 est.)
11.3 LC50 (zebra fish) > 1000 mg/L (OECD 203, 96h)
11.4 EC50 (daphnia) 1350 mg/L (OECD 202, Part I, 48h)
11.5 EC50 (bacteria) >1000 mg/L (DIN 38412, Part 8, 16h)
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
12.1 BOD5 354 mg O2/g fluid (OECD 301D)
12.2 COD 834 mg O2/g fluid (OECD 301D)
12.3 Biodegradability readily biodegradable (OECD 301E)
12.4 Water Danger Class (WGK) 1
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION
13.1 Controlled incineration or landfill in accordance with local, state or national regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
14.1 Not restricted under any transport regulations.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
15.1 Not classified as hazardous under any regulations.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
16.1 All components are registered in accordance with EINECS AND TSCA.
16.2 All components are preregistered in accordance with REACH.
The information contained herein is based on the present state of our knowledge. No responsibility
is accepted that the information is sufficient or correct in all cases.
Date: May 18, 2010
Kilfrost Limited. Registered in England No 297731 Registered Office: Albion Works, Haltwhistle,
Northumberland, NE49 0HJ
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