SAFETY DATA SHEETSPECIFIX RESIN

Section 1. Identification
GHS product identifier: SPECIFIX RESIN

Cat. No.

: 40200051, 50209042

Container size
Other means ofidentification: 1l: Not available.

Product type

: Liquid.

Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Product use: For embedding and impregnation of materialographic specimens

Area of application: Professional applications.

Supplier's details: Struers Inc.
24766 Detroit Rd. Westlake
Cleveland, OH 44145
United States
Telephone:+1 (440) 871 0071

e-mail address of person
responsible for this SDS: struers@struers.dk

Emergency telephone
number (with hours ofoperation): National Capital Poison Center: 1-800-222-1222
Infotrac: 1-800-535-5053
Struers US:
1-440-871-0071

Section 2. Hazards identification
OSHA/HCS status
Classification of thesubstance or mixture: This material is considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard(29 CFR 1910.1200).
: H315SKIN IRRITATION - Category 2
H319
EYE IRRITATION - Category 2A
H317
SKIN SENSITIZATION - Category 1
H335
SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (SINGLE EXPOSURE)(Respiratory tract irritation) - Category 3

GHS label elements
Hazard pictograms:

Signal word

: Warning

Hazard statements: H315 - Causes skin irritation.
H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction.
H319 - Causes serious eye irritation.
H335 - May cause respiratory irritation.

Precautionary statements
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Section 2. Hazards identification
Prevention

Response

Storage
DisposalHazards not otherwiseclassified: P280 - Wear protective gloves. Wear eye or face protection.
P271 - Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P261 - Avoid breathing vapor.
P264 - Wash thoroughly after handling.
P272 - Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace.
: P304 + P340, P312 - IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortablefor breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell.
P362 + P364 - Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
P363 - Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
P302 + P352 - IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water.
P333 + P313 - If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice or attention.
P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes.
Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P337 + P313 - If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice or attention.
: P405 - Store locked up.
P403 + P233 - Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
: P501 - Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local, regional, national
and international regulations.
: None known.

Section 3. Composition/information on ingredients
Substance/mixture: Mixture

Other means ofidentification: Not available.

Ingredient name

Other names%

CAS number

bis-[4-(2,3-epoxipropoxi)phenyl]propane
Formaldehyde, oligomeric reaction productswith 1-chloro-2,3-epoxypropane and phenol
1,6-Hexanediol, reaction products withepichlorohydrin
3-trimethoxysilylpropane-1-thiol-≥50 - ≤75
≥25 - ≤30

1675-54-3
9003-36-5-≥10 - ≤20

933999-84-9-≤14420-74-0

Any concentration shown as a range is to protect confidentiality or is due to batch variation.
There are no additional ingredients present which, within the current knowledge of the supplier and in theconcentrations applicable, are classified and hence require reporting in this section.

Section 4. First aid measures
Description of necessary first aid measures
Eye contact

Inhalation

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United States: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water, occasionally lifting the upper and lower
eyelids. Check for and remove any contact lenses. Continue to rinse for at least 10
minutes. Get medical attention.
: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. If it
is suspected that fumes are still present, the rescuer should wear an appropriate maskor self-contained breathing apparatus. If not breathing, if breathing is irregular or if
respiratory arrest occurs, provide artificial respiration or oxygen by trained personnel. It
may be dangerous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
Get medical attention. If necessary, call a poison center or physician. If unconscious,
place in recovery position and get medical attention immediately. Maintain an open
airway. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.
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Section 4. First aid measures
Skin contact

Ingestion: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash
contaminated clothing thoroughly with water before removing it, or wear gloves.
Continue to rinse for at least 10 minutes. Get medical attention. In the event of any
complaints or symptoms, avoid further exposure. Wash clothing before reuse. Clean
shoes thoroughly before reuse.
: Wash out mouth with water. Remove dentures if any. If material has been swallowed
and the exposed person is conscious, give small quantities of water to drink. Stop if the
exposed person feels sick as vomiting may be dangerous. Do not induce vomiting
unless directed to do so by medical personnel. If vomiting occurs, the head should be
kept low so that vomit does not enter the lungs. Get medical attention if adverse healtheffects persist or are severe. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
If unconscious, place in recovery position and get medical attention immediately.
Maintain an open airway. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.

Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed
Potential acute health effects
Eye contact: Causes serious eye irritation.

Inhalation: May cause respiratory irritation.

Skin contact: Causes skin irritation. May cause an allergic skin reaction.

Ingestion: No known significant effects or critical hazards.

Over-exposure signs/symptoms
Eye contact

Inhalation

Skin contact

Ingestion: Adverse symptoms may include the following:
pain or irritationwatering
redness: Adverse symptoms may include the following:
respiratory tract irritation
coughing: Adverse symptoms may include the following:
irritation
redness: No specific data.

Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed, if necessary
Notes to physician
Specific treatments
Protection of first-aiders: Treat symptomatically. Contact poison treatment specialist immediately if large
quantities have been ingested or inhaled.
: No specific treatment.
: No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. If it issuspected that fumes are still present, the rescuer should wear an appropriate mask or
self-contained breathing apparatus. It may be dangerous to the person providing aid togive mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Wash contaminated clothing thoroughly with water
before removing it, or wear gloves.

See toxicological information (Section 11)

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Section 5. Fire-fighting measures
Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishingmedia
Unsuitable extinguishingmedia: In case of fire, use water spray (fog), foam, dry chemical or CO₂.

Specific hazards arisingfrom the chemical: In a fire or if heated, a pressure increase will occur and the container may burst.

Hazardous thermal
decomposition products: Decomposition products may include the following materials:
carbon dioxidecarbon monoxide
sulfur oxides
halogenated compounds
metal oxide/oxides

Special protective actions
for fire-fighters: Promptly isolate the scene by removing all persons from the vicinity of the incident if
there is a fire. No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitabletraining.
: Fire-fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained breathingapparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in positive pressure mode.

Special protective
equipment for fire-fighters: Do not use water jet.

Section 6. Accidental release measures
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
For non-emergency
personnel: No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training.
Evacuate surrounding areas. Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel fromentering. Do not touch or walk through spilled material. Avoid breathing vapor or mist.
Provide adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation isinadequate. Put on appropriate personal protective equipment.
For emergency responders : If specialized clothing is required to deal with the spillage, take note of any information in
Section 8 on suitable and unsuitable materials. See also the information in "For nonemergency personnel".
Environmental precautions: Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains
and sewers. Inform the relevant authorities if the product has caused environmental
pollution (sewers, waterways, soil or air).

Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Small spill

Large spill

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United States: Stop leak if without risk. Move containers from spill area. Dispose of via a licensed
waste disposal contractor. Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. dry sand or earth) andplace in a chemical waste container.
: Stop leak if without risk. Move containers from spill area. Approach release fromupwind. Prevent entry into sewers, water courses, basements or confined areas. Wash
spillages into an effluent treatment plant or proceed as follows. Contain and collectspillage with non-combustible, absorbent material e.g. sand, earth, vermiculite ordiatomaceous earth and place in container for disposal according to local regulations(see Section 13). Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Contaminatedabsorbent material may pose the same hazard as the spilled product. Note: see
Section 1 for emergency contact information and Section 13 for waste disposal.

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Section 7. Handling and storage
Precautions for safe handlingProtective measures

Advice on general
occupational hygiene

Conditions for safe storage,
including any
incompatibilities: Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see Section 8). Persons with ahistory of skin sensitization problems should not be employed in any process in which
this product is used. Do not get in eyes or on skin or clothing. Do not ingest. Avoid
breathing vapor or mist. Use only with adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate
respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Keep in the original container or an approved
alternative made from a compatible material, kept tightly closed when not in use. Empty
containers retain product residue and can be hazardous. Do not reuse container.
: Eating, drinking and smoking should be prohibited in areas where this material ishandled, stored and processed. Workers should wash hands and face before eating,drinking and smoking. Remove contaminated clothing and protective equipment before
entering eating areas. See also Section 8 for additional information on hygiene
measures.
: Store in accordance with local regulations. Store in original container protected fromdirect sunlight in a dry, cool and well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials(see Section 10) and food and drink. Store locked up. Keep container tightly closed
and sealed until ready for use. Containers that have been opened must be carefully
resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage. Do not store in unlabeled containers.
Use appropriate containment to avoid environmental contamination. See Section 10 forincompatible materials before handling or use.

Section 8. Exposure controls/personal protection
Control parameters
Occupational exposure limits
Ingredient name

Exposure limits

bis-[4-(2,3-epoxipropoxi)phenyl]propane
Formaldehyde, oligomeric reaction products with 1-chloro2,3-epoxypropane and phenol
1,6-Hexanediol, reaction products with epichlorohydrin
3-trimethoxysilylpropane-1-thiol

None.
None.
None.
None.

Biological exposure indicesNone known.
Appropriate engineering
controls

Environmental exposure
controls: Use only with adequate ventilation. If user operations generate dust, fumes, gas, vapor
or mist, use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls
to keep worker exposure to airborne contaminants below any recommended or statutory
limits.
: Emissions from ventilation or work process equipment should be checked to ensure
they comply with the requirements of environmental protection legislation. In somecases, fume scrubbers, filters or engineering modifications to the process equipment
will be necessary to reduce emissions to acceptable levels.

Individual protection measures
Hygiene measures

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United States: Wash hands, forearms and face thoroughly after handling chemical products, before
eating, smoking and using the lavatory and at the end of the working period.
Appropriate techniques should be used to remove potentially contaminated clothing.
Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Wash
contaminated clothing before reusing. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety
showers are close to the workstation location.
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Section 8. Exposure controls/personal protection
Eye/face protection: Safety eyewear complying with an approved standard should be used when a risk
assessment indicates this is necessary to avoid exposure to liquid splashes, mists,gases or dusts. If contact is possible, the following protection should be worn, unlessthe assessment indicates a higher degree of protection: chemical splash goggles.

Skin protection
Hand protection

Body protection

Other skin protection

Respiratory protection: Chemical-resistant, impervious gloves complying with an approved standard should beworn at all times when handling chemical products if a risk assessment indicates this isnecessary. Considering the parameters specified by the glove manufacturer, check
during use that the gloves are still retaining their protective properties. It should be
noted that the time to breakthrough for any glove material may be different for different
glove manufacturers. In the case of mixtures, consisting of several substances, theprotection time of the gloves cannot be accurately estimated.
Recommended: Butyl rubber gloves. The breakthrough time must be greater than theend use time of the product.
: Personal protective equipment for the body should be selected based on the task being
performed and the risks involved and should be approved by a specialist before
handling this product.
: Appropriate footwear and any additional skin protection measures should be selectedbased on the task being performed and the risks involved and should be approved by aspecialist before handling this product.
: Based on the hazard and potential for exposure, select a respirator that meets theappropriate standard or certification. Respirators must be used according to a
respiratory protection program to ensure proper fitting, training, and other important
aspects of use.

Section 9. Physical and chemical properties and safety characteristics
The conditions of measurement of all properties are at standard temperature and pressure unless otherwise indicated.
Appearance
Physical state: Liquid.

Color: Colorless to light yellow.

Odor
Odor threshold: Odor [Slight]: Not available.

pH: Not applicable.

Melting point/freezing point
Boiling point, initial boilingpoint, and boiling range: Not available.
: Not available.

Flash point
Evaporation rate

: Closed cup: 149°C (300.2°F): Not available.

Flammability: Not available.

Lower and upper explosion
limit/flammability limit
Vapor pressure
Relative vapor density: Not available.

Relative density: 1.15

Density
Solubility(ies): Not available.
: Media: <0.00001 kPa (<0.000075006 mm Hg): Not available.

water

Miscible with water
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Section 9. Physical and chemical properties and safety characteristics
Partition coefficient: noctanol/water
Auto-ignition temperature
Decomposition temperature: Not applicable.

SADT: Not available.

Viscosity: Kinematic: 896.4 mm2/s (896.4 cSt)

Flow time (ISO 2431): Not available.

Particle characteristics
Median particle size

: Not applicable.

: Not available.
: Not available.

Additional information
Physical/chemical
properties comments: VOC content: 0 g/l

Section 10. Stability and reactivity
Reactivity: No specific test data related to reactivity available for this product or its ingredients.

Chemical stability: The product is stable under normal conditions.
Curing time:
SPECIFIX-20: 8 hours
SPECIFIX-40: 3.5 hours (40-60 °C)

Possibility of hazardous
reactions: Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous reactions will not occur.
Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous polymerization will not occur.

Conditions to avoid: No specific data.

Incompatible materials: No specific data.

Hazardous decomposition
products: Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous decomposition products should
not be produced.

Section 11. Toxicological information
Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
Product/ingredient nameResultSpecies

Dose

Exposurebis-[4-(2,3-epoxipropoxi)
phenyl]propane

LD50 Dermal

Rabbit20 g/kg-

LD50 Oral
LD50 Dermal

Rat
Rat

11400 mg/kg>2000 mg/kg-

LD50 Oral
1,6-Hexanediol, reaction
LD50 Dermal
products with epichlorohydrin
LD50 Oral

Rat
Rat>2000 mg/kg>2000 mg/kg-

Rat

2900 mg/kg-

Formaldehyde, oligomeric
reaction products with
1-chloro-2,3-epoxypropane
and phenol

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Section 11. Toxicological information
3-trimethoxysilylpropane1-thiol

LD50 Dermal

Rabbit2140 mg/kg-

LD50 Dermal
LD50 Dermal
LD50 Oral
LD50 Oral
LD50 Oral

Rat
Rat
Rat
Rat
Rat - Male,
Female2247 mg/kg
2583 mg/kg
730 mg/kg
1701 mg/kg
850 mg/kg-

Irritation/Corrosion
Product/ingredient nameResultSpecies

Score

Exposure

Observation

bis-[4-(2,3-epoxipropoxi)
phenyl]propane

Eyes - Irritant

Rabbit---Eyes - Redness of the
conjunctivae
Skin - Edema
Skin - Erythema/Eschar
Skin - Moderate irritant
Skin - Severe irritantEyes - Cornea opacity

Rabbit0.7--

RabbitRabbitRabbitRabbitRabbit1 to 1.5
1.5 to 20

24 hours
24 hours-

1 to 168 hours

Eyes - Edema of the
conjunctivae
Eyes - Iris lesion
Eyes - Redness of the
conjunctivae
Skin - Edema
Skin - Erythema/Eschar
Skin - Mild irritant

Rabbit0-

1 to 168 hours

RabbitRabbit0
0-

1 to 168 hours
1 to 168 hours

RabbitRabbitRabbit0
0.7-

4 to 504 hours
72 hours-

1,6-Hexanediol, reaction
Eyes - Redness of the
products with epichlorohydrin conjunctivae
Skin - Primary dermal
irritation index (PDII)
3-trimethoxysilylpropaneSkin - Mild irritant
1-thiol

Rabbit3.3

4 hours
4 hours
24 hours 500
uL-

Rabbit6.2--

Rabbit-500
milligrams-

Formaldehyde, oligomeric
reaction products with
1-chloro-2,3-epoxypropane
and phenol-

Sensitization
Product/ingredient name

Route ofexposure

SpeciesResultbis-[4-(2,3-epoxipropoxi)
phenyl]propane

skin

Guinea pig

Sensitizing

skinFormaldehyde, oligomericskinreaction products with
1-chloro-2,3-epoxypropane
and phenol
1,6-Hexanediol, reaction
skinproducts with epichlorohydrin
3-trimethoxysilylpropaneskin
1-thiol

Mouse
Guinea pig

Sensitizing
Sensitizing

Mouse

Sensitizing

Guinea pig

Sensitizing

Mutagenicity

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Section 11. Toxicological information
Product/ingredient name

Test

Experiment

Resultbis-[4-(2,3-epoxipropoxi)
phenyl]propane
Formaldehyde, oligomeric
reaction products with
1-chloro-2,3-epoxypropane
and phenol-

Subject: Mammalian-Animal

Negative-

Experiment: In vitro
Subject: Bacteria

Positive-

Experiment: In vivo
Subject: Mammalian-Animal
Experiment: In vivo
Subject: Mammalian-Animal

Negative

1,6-Hexanediol, reaction
OECD 486
products with epichlorohydrin Unscheduled DNA
Synthesis (UDS) Test
with Mammalian LiverCells in vivo
Conclusion/Summary

Negative: Not available.

Carcinogenicity
Product/ingredient nameResultSpecies

Dose

Exposurebis-[4-(2,3-epoxipropoxi)
phenyl]propane

Negative - Dermal - TC

Mouse - Male

100 mg/kg

24 hours

Negative - Dermal - TC
Negative - Oral - TC
Negative - Dermal - TC

Rat - Female
Rat
Mouse

1000 mg/kg
100 mg/kg
800 mg/kg
NOAEL

24 hours
24 hours
24 months

Formaldehyde, oligomeric
reaction products with
1-chloro-2,3-epoxypropane
and phenol
Conclusion/Summary: Not available.

Classification
Product/ingredient name

OSHA

IARC

NTP

bis-[4-(2,3-epoxipropoxi)phenyl]
propane-3-

Reproductive toxicity
Conclusion/Summary: Not available.

Teratogenicity
Product/ingredient nameResultSpecies

Dose

Exposurebis-[4-(2,3-epoxipropoxi)
phenyl]propane

Negative - Dermal

Rabbit

300 mg/kg

24 hours

Rat
Rabbit - Female

180 mg/kg
24 hours
300 mg/kg NOEL 13 hours

Rat - Female-

Negative - Oral
Formaldehyde, oligomeric
Negative - Dermal
reaction products with
1-chloro-2,3-epoxypropane
and phenol
1,6-Hexanediol, reaction
Negative - Oralproducts with epichlorohydrin
Conclusion/Summary-: Not available.

Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)

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Section 11. Toxicological information
Name

Category

Route ofexposure

Target organs

bis-[4-(2,3-epoxipropoxi)phenyl]propane

Category 3-

Formaldehyde, oligomeric reaction products with 1-chloro2,3-epoxypropane and phenol
1,6-Hexanediol, reaction products with epichlorohydrin

Category 3-

Category 3-

Respiratory tract
irritation
Respiratory tract
irritation
Respiratory tract
irritation

Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
Not available.
Aspiration hazard
Not available.
Information on the likely
routes of exposure: Not available.

Potential acute health effects
Eye contact: Causes serious eye irritation.
Inhalation: May cause respiratory irritation.

Skin contact: Causes skin irritation. May cause an allergic skin reaction.

Ingestion: No known significant effects or critical hazards.

Symptoms related to the physical, chemical and toxicological characteristics
Eye contact: Adverse symptoms may include the following:
pain or irritationwatering
redness
Inhalation: Adverse symptoms may include the following:
respiratory tract irritation
coughing
Skin contact: Adverse symptoms may include the following:
irritation
redness
Ingestion: No specific data.
Delayed and immediate effects and also chronic effects from short and long term exposure
Short term exposure
Potential immediate: Not available.
effects
Potential delayed effects: Not available.

Long term exposure
Potential immediate
effects: Not available.

Potential delayed effects: Not available.

Potential chronic health effects
Product/ingredient nameResult

1,6-Hexanediol, reaction
Chronic NOAEL Oralproducts with epichlorohydrin
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Species

Dose

ExposureRat

300 mg/kg

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Section 11. Toxicological information
GeneralCarcinogenicity: Once sensitized, a severe allergic reaction may occur when subsequently exposed tovery low levels.
: No known significant effects or critical hazards.

Mutagenicity: No known significant effects or critical hazards.

Reproductive toxicity: No known significant effects or critical hazards.

Numerical measures of toxicity
Acute toxicity estimates
Product/ingredient name

Oral (mg/kg)

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5487.6bis-[4-(2,3-epoxipropoxi)phenyl]propane
11400
Formaldehyde, oligomeric reaction products with
2500
1-chloro-2,3-epoxypropane and phenol
1,6-Hexanediol, reaction products with epichlorohydrin 2900
3-trimethoxysilylpropane-1-thiol
730

Dermal(mg/kg)Inhalation Inhalation(gases)(vapors)(ppm)(mg/l)

Inhalation(dusts andmists) (mg/l)

5293.3
20000
2500

N/A
N/A
N/A

N/A
N/A
N/A

N/A
N/A
N/A

2500
1100

N/A
N/A

N/A
N/A

N/A
N/A

Section 12. Ecological information
Toxicity
Product/ingredient nameResultSpecies

Exposurebis-[4-(2,3-epoxipropoxi)
phenyl]propane

Acute EC50 >11 mg/l

Algae

72 hours

Acute EC50 2.1 mg/l
Acute LC50 1.3 mg/l
Chronic NOEC 0.3 mg/l
Acute EC50 >1000 mg/l

Daphnia - water Flea
Fish
Daphnia - water Flea
Algae

48 hours
96 hours
21 days
72 hours

Acute EC50 2.55 mg/l
Acute LC50 2.54 mg/l
Acute EC50 47 mg/l Fresh water

Daphnia - Water Flea
Fish
Daphnia - Daphnia magna

48 hours
96 hours
48 hours

Acute IC50 >100 mg/l
Acute LC50 30 mg/l Fresh water
Acute EC50 267 mg/l Fresh water

Micro-organism - Soil organisms
Fish - Oncorynchus mykiss
Algae - Desmodesmus
subspicatus
Daphnia - Daphnia magna
Fish - Danio rerio
Algae - Desmodesmus
subspicatus
Fish - Danio rerio

28 days
96 hours
72 hours

Formaldehyde, oligomeric
reaction products with
1-chloro-2,3-epoxypropane
and phenol
1,6-Hexanediol, reaction
products with epichlorohydrin
3-trimethoxysilylpropane1-thiol

Acute EC50 6.7 mg/l Fresh water
Acute LC50 439 mg/l Fresh water
Acute NOEC 40 mg/l Fresh water
Acute NOEC 350 mg/l Fresh water
Conclusion/Summary

48 hours
96 hours
72 hours
96 hours: Not available.

Persistence and degradability

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Section 12. Ecological information
Product/ingredient name

Test

Result

Dose

Inoculumbis-[4-(2,3-epoxipropoxi)
phenyl]propane

OECD 301F
Ready
Biodegradability ManometricRespirometry
Test
OECD 301B
Ready
Biodegradability CO₂ Evolution
Test
OECD 301D
Ready
Biodegradability Closed Bottle
TestEU

82 % - Not readily - 28 days

20 mg/l-

16 % - Not readily - 28 days

10 mg/l-

47 % - Inherent - 28 days

2 mg/l

-51 % - Not readily - 28 days

16.1 mg/l-

Formaldehyde, oligomeric
reaction products with
1-chloro-2,3-epoxypropane
and phenol
1,6-Hexanediol, reaction
products with epichlorohydrin

3-trimethoxysilylpropane1-thiol
Product/ingredient name

Aquatic half-life

Photolysis

Biodegradability

SPECIFIX RESIN
bis-[4-(2,3-epoxipropoxi)
phenyl]propane
Formaldehyde, oligomeric
reaction products with
1-chloro-2,3-epoxypropane
and phenol
1,6-Hexanediol, reaction
products with epichlorohydrin
3-trimethoxysilylpropane1-thiol--

Readily
Not readily--

Not readily--

Inherent--

Not readily

Product/ingredient name

LogPow

BCF

Potential

bis-[4-(2,3-epoxipropoxi)
phenyl]propane
Formaldehyde, oligomeric
reaction products with
1-chloro-2,3-epoxypropane
and phenol
1,6-Hexanediol, reaction
products with epichlorohydrin

2.64 to 3.78

3 to 31

Low

3.3

150

Low

0.822

3.57

Low

Bioaccumulative potential

Mobility in soil
Soil/water partition
coefficient (KOC): Not available.

Other adverse effects: No known significant effects or critical hazards.

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Section 13. Disposal considerations
Disposal methods: The generation of waste should be avoided or minimized wherever possible. Disposalof this product, solutions and any by-products should at all times comply with therequirements of environmental protection and waste disposal legislation and any
regional local authority requirements. Dispose of surplus and non-recyclable products
via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Waste should not be disposed of untreated tothe sewer unless fully compliant with the requirements of all authorities with jurisdiction.
Waste packaging should be recycled. Incineration or landfill should only be consideredwhen recycling is not feasible. This material and its container must be disposed of in asafe way. Care should be taken when handling emptied containers that have not beencleaned or rinsed out. Empty containers or liners may retain some product residues.
Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains
and sewers.

Section 14. Transport information
DOT Classification

IMDG

IATA

UN number

UN3082

UN3082

UN3082UN proper
shipping name

Environmentally hazardous
substance, liquid, n.o.s. (bis-[4(2,3-epoxipropoxi)phenyl]
propane, Formaldehyde,
oligomeric reaction productswith 1-chloro-2,3-epoxypropane
and phenol)

ENVIRONMENTALLYHAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE,LIQUID, N.O.S. (bis-[4(2,3-epoxipropoxi)phenyl]
propane, Formaldehyde,
oligomeric reaction productswith 1-chloro-2,3-epoxypropane
and phenol)

Environmentally hazardous
substance, liquid, n.o.s. (bis-[4(2,3-epoxipropoxi)phenyl]
propane, Formaldehyde,
oligomeric reaction productswith 1-chloro-2,3-epoxypropane
and phenol)

Transport
9
hazard class(es)99Packing group

III

III

III

Environmental
hazards

Yes.

Yes.

Yes.

Additional information
DOT Classification

IMDG

Date of issue/Date of revision

United States: Non-bulk packages of this product are not regulated as hazardous materials unlesstransported by inland waterway. This product is not regulated as a hazardous material
when transported in sizes of ≤5 L or ≤5 kg, provided the packagings meet the generalprovisions of §§ 173.24 and 173.24a.
Limited quantity Yes.
Packaging instruction Exceptions: 155. Non-bulk: 203. Bulk: 241.
Special provisions 8, 146, 173, 335, 441, IB3, T4, TP1, TP29
: This product is not regulated as a dangerous good when transported in sizes of ≤5 L or
≤5 kg, provided the packagings meet the general provisions of 4.1.1.1, 4.1.1.2 and4.1.1.4 to 4.1.1.8.
Emergency schedules F-A, S-F
Special provisions 274, 335, 969: 02/22/2024

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Section 14. Transport information
IATA: This product is not regulated as a dangerous good when transported in sizes of ≤5 L or
≤5 kg, provided the packagings meet the general provisions of 5.0.2.4.1, 5.0.2.6.1.1 and
5.0.2.8.
Quantity limitation Passenger and Cargo Aircraft: 450 L. Packaging instructions: 964.
Cargo Aircraft Only: 450 L. Packaging instructions: 964. Limited Quantities - Passenger
Aircraft: 30 kg. Packaging instructions: Y964.
Special provisions A97, A158, A197, A215

Special precautions for user : Transport within user’s premises: always transport in closed containers that are
upright and secure. Ensure that persons transporting the product know what to do in theevent of an accident or spillage.
Transport in bulk according
to IMO instruments: Not available.

Section 15. Regulatory information
U.S. Federal regulations: TSCA 8(a) CDR Exempt/Partial exemption: Not determined
United States inventory (TSCA 8b): Not determined.

Clean Air Act Section 112(b) Hazardous Air
Pollutants (HAPs): Listed

Clean Air Act Section 602
Class I Substances: Not listed

Clean Air Act Section 602
Class II Substances: Not listed

DEA List I Chemicals(Precursor Chemicals): Not listed

DEA List II Chemicals(Essential Chemicals): Not listed

SARA 302/304
Composition/information on ingredients
No products were found.
SARA 304 RQ: Not applicable.

SARA 311/312
Classification: SKIN IRRITATION - Category 2
EYE IRRITATION - Category 2A
SKIN SENSITIZATION - Category 1
SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (SINGLE EXPOSURE) (Respiratory tract
irritation) - Category 3
Composition/information on ingredients
Name%

Classification

bis-[4-(2,3-epoxipropoxi)phenyl]
propane≥50 - ≤75

Formaldehyde, oligomeric
reaction products with 1-chloro2,3-epoxypropane and phenol≥25 - ≤30

SKIN IRRITATION - Category 2
EYE IRRITATION - Category 2A
SKIN SENSITIZATION - Category 1
SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (SINGLE EXPOSURE)(Respiratory tract irritation) - Category 3
SKIN IRRITATION - Category 2
EYE IRRITATION - Category 2A
SKIN SENSITIZATION - Category 1

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Section 15. Regulatory information
1,6-Hexanediol, reaction
products with epichlorohydrin≥10 - ≤20

3-trimethoxysilylpropane-1-thiol≤1

SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (SINGLE EXPOSURE)(Respiratory tract irritation) - Category 3
SKIN IRRITATION - Category 2
EYE IRRITATION - Category 2A
SKIN SENSITIZATION - Category 1
SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (SINGLE EXPOSURE)(Respiratory tract irritation) - Category 3
ACUTE TOXICITY (oral) - Category 4
ACUTE TOXICITY (dermal) - Category 4
SKIN SENSITIZATION - Category 1B

SARA 313
Not applicable.
State regulations
Massachusetts: None of the components are listed.

New York
New Jersey
Pennsylvania: None of the components are listed.
: None of the components are listed.
: None of the components are listed.

California Prop. 65
WARNING: This product can expose you to Methanol, which is known to the State of California to cause birthdefects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Ingredient name

No significant risk level

Maximum acceptable dosage
level

Methanol-

Yes.

International regulations
Chemical Weapon Convention List Schedules I, II & III Chemicals
Not listed.
Montreal Protocol
Not listed.
Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants
Not listed.
Rotterdam Convention on Prior Informed Consent (PIC)
Not listed.
UNECE Aarhus Protocol on POPs and Heavy Metals
Not listed.

Section 16. Other information
Hazardous Material Information System (U.S.A.)
Health/2

Flammability

1Physical hazards

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Section 16. Other information
Caution: HMIS® ratings are based on a 0-4 rating scale, with 0 representing minimal hazards or risks, and 4
representing significant hazards or risks. Although HMIS® ratings and the associated label are not required on
SDSs or products leaving a facility under 29 CFR 1910.1200, the preparer may choose to provide them. HMIS®
ratings are to be used with a fully implemented HMIS® program. HMIS® is a registered trademark and service
mark of the American Coatings Association, Inc.
The customer is responsible for determining the PPE code for this material. For more information on HMIS®
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) codes, consult the HMIS® Implementation Manual.
National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.)
Flammability

1
Health20Instability/Reactivity
Special hazards

Procedure used to derive the classification
Classification

Justification

SKIN IRRITATION - Category 2
EYE IRRITATION - Category 2A
SKIN SENSITIZATION - Category 1
SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (SINGLE EXPOSURE) (Respiratory tract
irritation) - Category 3

Calculation method
Calculation method
Calculation method
Calculation method

History
Date of issue/Date ofrevision
Date of previous issue: 02/22/2024

Version: 2

Prepared by: Sphera Solutions: 01/20/2023

Key to abbreviations: ATE = Acute Toxicity Estimate
AMP = Acceptable maximum peak above the acceptable ceiling concentration for an
8-hr shift
BCF = Bioconcentration Factor
GHS = Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals
IATA = International Air Transport Association
IBC = Intermediate Bulk Container
IMDG = International Maritime Dangerous Goods
LogPow = logarithm of the octanol/water partition coefficient
MARPOL = International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution From Ships, 1973
as modified by the Protocol of 1978. ("Marpol" = marine pollution)
N/A = Not available
UN = United Nations
References: HCS (U.S.A.)- Hazard Communication Standard
International transport regulations
Indicates information that has changed from previously issued version.
Notice to reader
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above-named
supplier, nor any of its subsidiaries, assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of theinformation contained herein.
Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present
unknown hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot
guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist.

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