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SAFETY DATA SHEET

WATER BASED ADHESIVE

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1. Product identifier

Product name Water Based Adhesive

1.2.
1.2. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Identified uses Adhesive
Uses advised against No specific uses advised against are identified

1.3.
1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Supplier SealEco Ltd

Goldie Road
Bothwell Park Industrial Estate
Uddingston
Glasgow G71 6PB
+44 (0)1698 802250
+44 (0)1698 802251
[email protected]

1.4.
1.4. Emergency telephone number
Emergency telephone In case of emergency telephone +44 (0)1698 802250. Office hours: Mon-Fri 8.30am – 5pm

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification
Physical hazards Not Classified
Health hazards Elicitation – EUH208
Environmental hazards Not Classified

2.2.
2.2. Label elements
Hazard statements EUH208 Contains . May produce an allergic reaction
Contains METHYL-2H or METHYL-4 (3.1) Mixture of EC NO 220-239-6

2.3. Other hazards No further information on hazards available. < 1%

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SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.2. Mixtures

POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE (Caustic potash)

CAS number: 1310-58-3 EC number: 215-181-3
Classification Classification (67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC
Met. Corr. 1 – H290 C;R35 Xn:R22
Acute Tox. 4 – H302
Skin Corr. 1A – H314

The Full Text for all R-Phrases and Hazard Statements are displayed in Section 16.

SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1. Description of first aid measures

Inhalation Move affected person to fresh air at once. Get medical attention if any discomfort continues.

Ingestion Rinse mouth thoroughly water. Give plenty of water to drink. Keep affected person under
observation. Get medical attention if any discomfort continues. Show this Safety Data Sheet to the
medical personnel.

Skin contact Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing. Get medical attention if
irritation persists after washing.

Eye contact Rinse immediately with plenty of water. Remove any contact lenses and open eyelids wide apart.
Continue to rinse for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation persists after washing.
Show this Safety Data Sheet to the medical personnel.

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

General information The product is considered to be a low hazard under normal conditions of use.

Inhalation No specific symptoms shown

Ingestion No specific symptoms shown

Skin contact May cause irritation

Eye contact May cause eye irritation

4.3
4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

Notes for the doctor No specific recommendations

SECTION 5: Firefighting measures

5.1. Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing The product is not flammable. Use fire-extinguishing media suitable for the surrounding fire.
media

Unsuitable extinguishing None known

media

5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Specific hazards None known

Hazardous combustion In case of fire, toxic gases (CO, CO2, NOx) may be formed)
products

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5.3. Advice for firefighters

Protective actions during No specific firefighting precautions known.
firefighting

Special protective equipment Use air-supplied respirator, gloves and protective goggles
for firefighters

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Personal precautions Wear suitable protective equipment including gloves, goggles/face shield, respirator, boots, clothing
or apron, as appropriate.

6.2. Environmental precautions

Environmental precautions Do not discharge into drains or watercourses or onto the ground.

6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Methods for cleaning up Contain and absorb spillage with sand, earth or other non-combustible material. Absorb spillage with
non-combustible, absorbent material. Collect and place in suitable waste disposal containers and
seal securely.

6.4. Reference to other sections

Reference to other sections For personal protection, see Section 8. For waste disposal, see section 13.

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1. Precautions for safe handling

Usage precautions Provide adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Advice on general Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product
occupational hygiene

7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Storage precautions Protect from freezing and direct sunlight. Store in closed original container at temperatures between
5°C and 30°C.

Storage class Chemical storage.

7.3. Specific end use(s)

Specific end use(s) The identified uses for this product are detailed in Section 1.2.

SECTION 8: Exposure Controls/personal protection

8.1. Control parameters

Occupational exposure limits
POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE (caustic potash)
Long-term exposure unit (8-hour TWA): WEL
Short-term exposure limit (15 minute): WEL 2mg/m³
WEL= Workplace Exposure Limit

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Ingredient comments WEL = Workplace Exposure Limits

8.2. Exposure controls

Protective equipment

Appropriate
Appropriate engineering Provide adequate general and local exhaust ventilation
controls

Eye/face protection Wear eye protection

Hand protection Wear protective gloves

Other skin and body Wear appropriate clothing to prevent skin contamination
protection

Hygiene measures Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product

Respiratory protection No specific recommendations

SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties

9.1.
9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Appearance Coloured paste

Colour Beige

Odour No characteristic odour

Odour threshold Not determined

pH pH (concentrated solution): approx. 7.5

Melting point Not determined

Initial boiling point and range 100°C @

Flash Point Not applicable

Evaporation rate Not determined

Evaporation factor Not determined

Flammability (solid, gas) Not determined

Upper/lower flammability or Not determined

Explosive limits

Other flammability Not determined

Vapour pressure Not determined

Vapour density Not determined

Relative density ~ 1.2 @20°C

Bulk density Not determined

Solubility(ies) Forms an emulsion with water

Partition coefficient Not determined

Auto-
Auto-ignition temperature Not determined

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Decomposition Temperature Not determined

Viscosity approx. 60000 cP @ 20°C
Explosive properties Not determined

9.2.
9.2. Other information
Other information No further relevant information available

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1.
10.1. Reactivity
Reactivity No hazardous reactions if stored and handled as prescribed

10.2.
10.2. Chemical stability
Stability No particular stability concerns

10.3.
10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions
Possibility of hazardous No potentially hazardous reactions known
reactions

10.4.
10.4. Conditions to avoid
Conditions to avoid Avoid exposure to high temperatures or direct sunlight

10.5.
10.5. Incompatible materials
Materials to avoid No incompatible groups noted

10.6.
10.6. Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition Does not decompose when used and stored as recommended
products

SECTION 11: Toxicological Information

11.1.
11.1. Information on toxicological effects
Toxicological effects Toxicological studies are not available for this product

Acute toxicity – oral

ATE oral (mg/kg) 99,740.67

Acute toxicity – dermal

ATE dermal (mg/kg)
(mg/kg 299,222.02

Acute toxicity – Inhalation

ATE Inhalation (gases ppm) 698,184.72
ATE inhalation (vapours mg/l) 2,992.22

ATE inhalation (dusts/mists 498.7

mg/l)
mg/l)

Serious eye damage/irritation

Serious eye damage/irritation No specific test data are available

Respiratory sensitisation
Respiratory sensitisation No specific test data are available

Skin sensitisation
Skin sensitisation No specific test data are available

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Germ cell mutagenicity

Genotoxicity
Genotoxicity – in vitro No specific test data are available

Carcinogenicity
Carcinogencity No specific test data are available

Reproductive toxicity
Reproductive toxicity – fertility No specific test data are available

Specific target organ toxicity – single exposure

STOT – single exposure No specific test data are available

Single target organ toxicity – repeated exposure

STOT – repeated exposure No specific test data are available

Aspiration hazard
Aspiration hazard Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met

General information No specific health hazards known

Inhalation May cause respiratory system irritation

Ingestion May cause discomfort if swallowed

Skin contact Prolonged and frequent contact may cause redness and irritation

Eye contact May cause temporary eye irritation

Acute and chronic health No specific health hazards known

hazards

SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Ecotoxicity Ecotoxicological studies are not available for the product

12.1. Toxocity
Toxicity Not considered toxic to fish

12.2. Persistence and degradability

Persistence and degradability The product is expected to be biodegradable.

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential

Bioaccumulative potential The product is not bioaccumulating
Partition coefficient Not determined

12.4. Mobility in soil

Mobility The product is partly miscible with water and may spread in the aquatic environment

12.5.
12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
Results of PBT and vPvB No data available
assessment

12.6 Other adverse effects

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SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1. Waste treatment methods

General information Waste should be treated as controlled waste
Disposal methods Dispose of waste to licensed waste disposal site in accordance with the requirements of the local Waste
Disposal Authority

SECTION 14: Transport information

General The product is not covered by international regulations on the transport of dangerous goods
(IMDG, IATA, ADR/RID
14.1. UN number
UN No. (IMDG)
UN No. (ICAO)

14.2.
14.2. UN proper shipping name

14.3. Transport hazard classe(e

classe(es)
ADR/RID class
ADR/RID subsidiary risk
IMDG class
IMDG subsidiary risk
ICAO class/division
ICAO subsidiary risk
Transport labels

14.4. Packing group

ADR/RID Packing group
ICAO packing group

14.5. Environmental hazards

Environmentally Hazardous Substance/Marine Pollutant
No.

14.6. Special precautions for user

EmS
EmS
Emergency Action Code
Hazard Identification Number
(ADR/RID)

14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL73/78 and the IBC Code

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SECTION 15: Regulatory Information

15.1. Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
National regulations The data should be considered when making any assessment under the Control of
Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) and related guidance, for
example, ‘COSHH Essentials’ (United Kingdom).
15.2. Chemical Safety Assessment

SECTION 16: Other information

Revision Date 19/6/2015

Revision 5

SDS number 10762

SDS status Approved

Risk phrases in full

full NC Not classified

Hazard statements in full

full H290 May be corrosive to metals
H302 Harmful if swallowed
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
EUH208 Contains . May produce an allergic reaction

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.

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