SAFETY DATA SHEET

Revision date: 2022/01/03

Version No: 3
According to UN GHS

Pectinex Ultra SP-L

1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING

1.1. Product identifier

Product Name Pectinex® Ultra SP-L
Chemical Name Enzyme preparation
Declared activity Polygalacturonase

1.2. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Novozymes' enzyme preparations are biocatalysts used in a variety of industrial processes within food manufacturing

1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Novozymes A/S
Krogshoejvej 36
2880 Bagsvaerd
Denmark
Tel.: +45 44460000
Fax.: +45 44469999
E-mail: [email protected]
www.novozymes.com

1.4. Emergency telephone number

+45 44462223 (24/7)

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2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture

Respiratory sensitisation Category 1

2.2 Label elements

Signal word
Danger

Hazard statements
H334 - May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled

Precautionary Statements
P261 - Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
P284 - In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection
P304 + P340 - IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing
P342 + P311 - If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
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P402 + P404 - Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container

P501 - Dispose of contents/containers in accordance with local regulations

2.3. Other hazards

Human health effects

Repeated inhalation of enzyme dust or aerosols resulting from improper handling may induce sensitization and may cause allergic type 1 reactions
in sensitized individuals
Mild skin irritation
Mild eye irritation

Physical and Chemical Hazards

None known

Specific hazards
None known

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3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Chemical name CAS No IUB No. Weight-%

Polygalacturonase (aep) 9032-75-1 3.2.1.15 1-5
Active enzyme protein (aep) is the part of the enzyme concentrate contributing to the classification of the mixture.
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4. FIRST AID MEASURES

Inhalation
Effects May cause allergic respiratory reaction
Symptoms Shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing
The effect of inhalation may be delayed
First Aid Remove person to fresh air. If signs/symptoms continue, get medical attention
Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance

Skin Contact
Effects May cause slight irritation
Symptoms Slight irritation
First Aid Remove and wash contaminated clothing before re-use. Wash off immediately with plenty of water. If
symptoms persist, call a doctor. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.

Eye Contact
Effects May cause slight irritation
Symptoms Slight irritation
First Aid Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15-20 min. Remove contact lenses, if present,
after the first five minutes, then continue rinsing eye. If symptoms persist, call a doctor. Show this
safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance

Ingestion
Effects Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation.
Symptoms Irritation
First Aid Rinse mouth with water and drink plenty of water. If symptoms persist, call a doctor. Show this safety
data sheet to the doctor in attendance.

4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

See section 4.1

4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
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Notes to Physician Treat symptomatically

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5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

5.1. Extinguishing media

Suitable Extinguishing Media Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.

Unsuitable Extinguishing Media None.

Hazardous Combustion Products None.

5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

May cause allergic respiratory reaction.

5.3. Advice for firefighters

Self-contained breathing apparatus.

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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

For personal protection see section 8

6.2. Environmental precautions

Collect spillage

Avoid formation of dust and aerosols

Spilled preparation should be removed immediately to avoid formation of dust from dried preparation. Take up by mechanical means preferably by
a vacuum cleaner equipped with a high efficiency filter. Flush remainder carefully with plenty of water. Avoid splashing and high pressure washing
(avoid formation of aerosols). Ensure sufficient ventilation. Wash contaminated clothing.

6.4. Reference to other sections

For personal protection see section 8

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7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

7.1. Precautions for safe handling

Avoid formation of dust and aerosols
Ensure adequate ventilation
Liquid enzyme preparations are dustfree preparations
However, inappropriate handling may cause formation of dust or aerosols

7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Keep tightly closed in a dry and cool place
The product can be transported at ambient temperature. Following delivery, the product should be stored as recommended. 0-10 °C (32-50 °F)

7.3. Specific end use(s)

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice

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8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

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8.1. Control parameters

DNEL/DMEL/PNEC
Chemical name DNEL Dermal Acute Local (Workers) DMEL Inhalation Long term Local (Workers)
Polygalacturonase (aep) DMEL = 60 ng/m³

Derived Minimal Effect Level (DMEL)

8.2. Exposure controls

Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas

Personal Protective Equipment

Respiratory protection In case of insufficient ventilation wear an approved mask with a particle filter type P3 used according
to the manufactures instruction

Eye Protection Wear safety glasses with side shields (or goggles)

Skin Protection Long sleeved clothing

Hand Protection Skin should be washed after contact

General Hygiene Considerations Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice

Environmental exposure controls Local authorities should be advised if significant spillages cannot be contained

Waste water should be discharged to sewage treatment plant

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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Physical State Liquid
Colour Brown
Odour Slight fermentation odor
Melting point / freezing point No information available
Initial boiling point and boiling range Not available
Flammability (solid, gas) Not available
Upper/lower flammability or explosive Not available
limits
Flash Point > 100 °C
Autoignition temperature Not available
Decomposition temperature Not available
pH Adjusted to the range where active enzyme is stable – typically pH 4 – 9
Solubility Active component is readily soluble in water at all concentrations that occur in normal usage.
Standardisation components can cause turbidity in solution.
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water) Not available
Vapour Pressure Not available
Density (g/ml) 1.17
Vapour density Not available
Particle characteristics Not applicable
Evaporation rate Not available
Oxidising Properties Not available

9.2. Other information

Other information No information available
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10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

10.1. Reactivity
Not relevant

10.2. Chemical stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions

10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions

None under normal processing

10.4. Conditions to avoid

None

10.5. Incompatible materials

None

10.6. Hazardous decomposition products

None

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11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

11.1 Information on toxicological effects

Chemical name Acute oral toxicity Respiratory Genetic toxicity Skin Serious eye
sensitisation corrosion/irritation damage/eye irritation
Polygalacturonase (aep) LD50: > 2000 mg/kg Sensitizer (Human No indication of Not irritating (OECD Not irritating (OECD
bw (OECD TG 401, experience) mutagenic effects TG 404) TG 405)
420) (OECD TG 471, 476,
487)

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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

12.1. Toxicity
Chemical name Daphnia, acute Acute fish toxicity = Algae, Acute
Polygalacturonase (aep) EC50 (48 hours): 31.7 - 457 mg LC50 (96 hours): 58.3 - 326.7 mg ErC50 (72 hours): >= 5.2 mg aep/l
aep/l (OECD TG 202) aep/l (OECD TG 203) (OECD TG 201)

12.2. Persistence and degradability

Chemical name Persistence and degradability Partition coefficient
(n-octanol/water)
Polygalacturonase (aep) Readily biodegradable (OECD 301) LogPow: <0

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential

Chemical name Bioaccumulative potential
Polygalacturonase (aep) Does not bioaccumulate

12.4. Mobility in soil

Not relevant

12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

The components in this formulation do not meet the criteria for classification as PBT or vPvB
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12.6 Other adverse effects

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13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

13.1. Waste treatment methods

Dispose of in accordance with local regulations
Waste water should be discharged to sewage treatment plant
Waste codes should be assigned by the user based on the application for which the product was used

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14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Transport Regulations
This product is not classified as dangerous goods according to UN GHS classification criteria.
IATA Not regulated
IMDG Not regulated

No special precautions required

14.1
UN number Not applicable

14.2
UN proper shipping name Not applicable

14.3
Transport hazard class(es) Not applicable

14.4
Packing group Not applicable

14.5
Environmental hazards Not applicable

14.6
Special precautions for user Not applicable

14.7
Transport in bulk according to Annex II of Not applicable
MARPOL and the IBC Code

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15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

15.1. Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
Please check the consequences of national regulations on this product yourself.
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16. OTHER INFORMATION

GHS-Classification
The GHS calculation method has been used for classification of this mixture.

Further information
This SDS is compieled according to the UN GHS rev. 5 Guideline.
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For further information please consult available product documentation including 'Product Application Guidelines' and/or 'Application Sheets',
which are available on market.novozymes.com or from Novozymes sales representatives.

Training advice
Details on the safe handling of this product can be found in the "Handling enzymes" on market.novozymes.com

Disclaimer
The information provided on this SDS is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information
given is designed only as a guide for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered as a
warranty or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in
combination with any other material or in any process, unless specified in the text. Furthermore, as the conditions of use are beyond the control of
Novozymes, it is the responsibility of the customer to determine the conditions of safe use of these products.

End of Safety Data Sheet

Version No: 3 / UN GHS / 2022/01/03