hfa-2000B (Conductivity improvers)
® WRT bvMATERIAL SAFETY DATASHEET
Revision: 3
Revision date: January 2003
1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT
- Product name: HFA 2000 B
- Product type: Anti-static agent / conductivity improver
2. COMPOSITION/ INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
- Dinonylnaphthylsulphonic CAS-nr.: 25322-17-2
- Toluene CAS-nr.: 108-88
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
- Highly flammable (R11)
- Harmful by inhalation (R20)
- In cases of severe exposure; dizziness, confusion, headache or stupor may develop
- Can be absorbed trough skin
- May cause redness and irritation
- May cause dermatitis
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
On skin: Remove contaminated clothing immediately and drench affected skin with plenty of water. Then wash with soap and water. Contaminated clothing should be laundered before reuse..
SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION IF IRRITATION PERSISTS.
In eyes: If substance has got into eyes, immediately wash out with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Irrigate eyes thoroughly whilst lifting eyelids.
MEDICAL ATTENTION SHOULD BE SOUGHT IMMEDIATELY
If swallowed: Do not induce vomiting because of risk of aspiration into the lungs. If aspiration is suspected obtain immediate medical attention. Rinse mouth with water (do not swallow). Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
MEDICAL ATTENTION SHOULD BE SOUGHT IMMEDIATELY
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, oxygen should be given by a trained person. Administer artificial respiration if breathing is stopped. Keep at rest.
MEDICAL ATTENTION SHOULD BE SOUGHT IMMEDIATELY
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
- use water, foam, carbon dioxide, dry chemical (S43)
- do not use water jets
- may give off noxious and toxic fumes in a fire
- vapours are heavier than air and may travel considerable
- distances to a source of ignition and flashback
- in the event of an adjacent fire, cool containers with water spray
- wear chemical protection suit and positive-pressure breathing apparatus
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
- wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection (S36/37/39)
- wear suitable respiratory protection
- shut off all ignition sources
- absorb spill in suitable inert material
- ventilate the area and wash spill site after material pick-up is complete
- Do not allow to enter public sewers and watercourses
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling:
- Do not breathe vapour (S23)
- Avoid contact with skin and eyes
- Use only in well ventilated areas (S51)
- When using do not eat, drink or smoke (S20/21)
- Keep away from heat and sources of ignition
- Take precautionary measures against static discharges (S33)
Storage:
- Keep only in the original container (S49)
- Keep container tightly closed, in a cool, well ventilated place
- Keep away from heat (S15)
- Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking (S16)
- Ensure strict stock rotation
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/ PERSONAL PROTECTION
- Wear neoprene or nitryl gloves, boots and apron
- Wear goggles giving complete eye protection
- Wear approved respirator if exposure likely to exceed MEL/OES
- Engineering controls should be provided which maintain airborne concentrations below the relevant guidelines
- In poorly ventilated areas or confined spaces, use an airline respirator or self-contained breathing apparatus
- Use good personal hygiene practices
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
- Appearance: liquid
- Colour: amber
- Odour: Aromatic
- Flash point: 10 deg C
- Boiling point: 90ordm;C at 760 mm Hg
- Density (15ºC) 910 kg/m3
- Viscosity(20ordm;C) 6 ctp
Note: These data are typical for the product and are not a specification.
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
- Stability:Stable under normal conditions
- Partly soluble in water
- May decompose on exposure to heat
- Forms hazardous decomposition products
- Decomposition products may include toxic and irritant fumes. Decomposition products may include sulphur oxides
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
- Harmful by inhalation (R20)
- Mildly irritating to skin and eyes
- Inhalation of solvent vapours may give rise to nausea, headaches and dizziness
- Oral rat LD50 5000 mg/kg, (2) LD50 4700 mg/kg
- Skin rabbit LD50 12000 mg/kg (2) 12.900 mg/kg
- Inhalation rat LC50 39.3 mg/l/4h
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Large volumes may penetrate soil and contaminate groundwater.
Contact supplier for further information.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Disposal should be in accordance with local, state or national legislation.
In the EU, surplus product should be classified in accordance with regulations made under Directive 78/319/EEC.
Incinerate under controlled conditions, using incinerator suitable for the disposal of noxious chemical waste.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
- UN-nr.: 1993 Hazard Class: 3
- ADR: 1993 ADR Hazard Class: 3
- IMOG: 1993, p.3230 Packing group II
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
E.EC Marking and labelling:
- E.C.
- Symbol: X
- R-Phrases: 11, 20
- S-Phrases: 9, 16, 29, 36
16. OTHER INFORMATION
The information contained herein relates only to the specific material identified. WRT BV believes that such information is accurate and reliable as of the date of this material data sheet, but no representation, guarantee or warranty, express or implied, is made as to the accuracy, reliability or completeness of the information. WRT BV urges persons receiving this information to make their own determination as to the information's suitability and completeness for their particular application.