Creation 1.Oct.2009
Revision: 12.Oct.2022

Document Number : SHM-IGT01

Safety Data Sheetaccording to the REACH Regulation (EC) 1907/2006 amended by Regulation (EU) 2020/878
Issue date: 5/20/2022 Revision date: 5/20/2022 Version: 1.0

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
1.1. Product identifier
Product form
Product name: Article: Cemented Carbide, Coated Cemented Carbide and Cemented Carbide Tools

1.2. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
1.2.1. Relevant identified uses
Use of the substance/mixture: Cutting tools mainly for metallic materials, wear resistant tools for plastic forming process,tools for macadam,civil engineering, and urban development, etc.

1.2.2. Uses advised against
Restrictions on use: Do not use for other than the specified purpose

1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Manufacturer
Sumitomo Electric Hardmetal Corp.
1-1-1, Koya kita, Itami, Hyogo, 664-0016 Japan
T +81 72 771 0555 - F +81 72 773 1723

1.4. Emergency telephone number
Emergency number: +81 72 771 0555(8:30-17:15 JST)(Environmental administrator)

SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1. Classification of the substance or mixtureThis product is a manufactured article. GHS classification and labeling are not applicable to product in purchased form. The hazards indicated inthis document apply only when this product is cut, drilled, or modified in such a way that dust particles are released.
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]
Resp. Sens. 1

H334

Skin Sens. 1

H317

Muta. 2

H341

Carc. 1B

H350

Repr. 1B

H360

STOT RE 1

H372

Aquatic Acute 1

H400

Aquatic Chronic 3

H412

Full text of hazard classes, H- and EUH-statements: see section 16
Adverse physicochemical, human health and environmental effects
No additional information available

2.2. Label elements
Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]
Hazard pictograms (CLP):

Signal word (CLP)
Contains
Hazard statements (CLP)

GHS08
GHS09
: Danger: Cobalt, Nickel: H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction.
H334 - May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.

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H341 - Suspected of causing genetic defects.
H350 - May cause cancer.
H360 - May damage fertility or the unborn child.
H372 - Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
H410 - Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements (CLP): P201 - Obtain special instructions before use.
P260 - Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P273 - Avoid release to the environment.
P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing
protection.
P304+P340 - IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
P308+P313 - IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
P342+P311 - If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor.
P391 - Collect spillage.
Unknown acute toxicity (CLP) - SDS: 25% of the mixture consists of ingredient(s) of unknown acute toxicity (Oral)
100 % of the mixture consists of ingredient(s) of unknown acute toxicity (Dermal)
25% of the mixture consists of ingredient(s) of unknown acute toxicity (Inhalation(Dust/Mist))
Unknown hazards to the aquatic environment (CLP) : Contains 5 % of components with unknown hazards to the aquatic environment

2.3. Other hazards
This substance/mixture does not meet the PBT criteria of REACH regulation, annex XIIIThis substance/mixture does not meet the vPvB criteria of REACH regulation, annex XIII
The substance is not included in the list established in accordance with Article 59(1) of REACH for having endocrine disrupting properties, or is not
identified as having endocrine disrupting properties in accordance with the criteria set out in Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2017/2100 or
Commission Regulation (EU) 2018/605

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients3.1. Substances
Not applicable

3.2. Mixtures
Name

Product identifier%

Classification according toRegulation (EC) No. 1272/2008[CLP]

Tungsten carbide

CAS-No.: 12070-12-1
EC-No.: 235-123-0

55 – 95

Acute Tox. 3 (Inhalation:vapour), H331
(ATE=3 mg/l/4h)

Cobalt

CAS-No.: 7440-48-4
EC-No.: 231-158-0
EC Index-No.: 027-001-00-9≤ 30

Resp. Sens. 1, H334
Skin Sens. 1, H317
Muta. 2, H341
Carc. 1B, H350
Repr. 1B, H360F
Aquatic Acute 1, H400
Aquatic Chronic 4, H413

Nickelsubstance with national workplace exposure limit(s)(DE)(Note S)(Note 7)

CAS-No.: 7440-02-0
EC-No.: 231-111-4
EC Index-No.: 028-002-00-7
REACH-no: 01-211943872729≤ 30

Skin Sens. 1, H317
Carc. 2, H351
STOT RE 1, H372
Aquatic Acute 1, H400
Aquatic Chronic 3, H412

Tantalum carbide (TaC)

CAS-No.: 12070-06-3
EC-No.: 235-118-3≤ 20

STOT RE 2, H373

Vanadium carbide (VC)

CAS-No.: 12070-10-9
EC-No.: 235-122-5≤5

Acute Tox. 3 (Inhalation:vapour), H331
(ATE=3 mg/l/4h)

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Name

Product identifier%

Classification according toRegulation (EC) No. 1272/2008[CLP]

Chromiumsubstance with national workplace exposure limit(s)(DE); substance with a Community workplace
exposure limit

CAS-No.: 7440-47-3
EC-No.: 231-157-5≤5Not classified.

Note 7 : Alloys containing nickel are classified for skin sensitisation when the release rate of 0,5 μg Ni/cm2/week, as measured by the European
Standard reference test method EN 1811, is exceeded.
Note S : This substance may not require a label according to Article 17 (see section 1.3 of Annex I) (Table 3.1).
Full text of H- and EUH-statements: see section 16

SECTION 4: First aid measures
4.1. Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures after inhalation
First-aid measures after skin contact
First-aid measures after eye contact

First-aid measures after ingestion: If dust is inhaled. Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable forbreathing. If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor.
: If dust is on skin. Wash with plenty of Water. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it
before reuse. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
: If dust is in eyes. Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if
present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical
advice/attention.
: If dust is swallowed. Do not induce vomiting without medical advice. Never give anything by
mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell.

4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms/effects after inhalation
Symptoms/effects after skin contact
Symptoms/effects after eye contact
Symptoms/effects after ingestion
Chronic symptoms: Dust may cause respiratory tract irritation. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or
breathing difficulties if inhaled.
: Dust may cause skin irritation. Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.
May cause an allergic skin reaction.
: Dust may cause eye irritation. Symptoms may include discomfort or pain, excess blinking
and tear production, with possible redness and swelling.
: Dust may be harmful if swallowed. May cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting
and diarrhea.
: May cause cancer

4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Symptoms may be delayed. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible).

SECTION 5: Firefighting measures
5.1. Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
Unsuitable extinguishing media: Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire. Dry sand. ABC-powder.
: Do not use water jet.

5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Fire hazard: Products of combustion may include, and are not limited to: oxides of carbon. Metal oxides.
Irritating fumes.

5.3. Advice for firefighters
Protection during firefighting

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SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
General measures: Use personal protection recommended in Section 8. Isolate the hazard area and deny entry
to unnecessary and unprotected personnel.

6.1.1. For non-emergency personnel
No additional information available
6.1.2. For emergency responders
No additional information available

6.2. Environmental precautions
Prevent entry to sewers and public waters. Notify authorities if product enters sewers or public waters. Collect spillage. Avoid release to theenvironment.

6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
For containment
Methods for cleaning up: Contain spill, then place in a suitable container. Minimize dust generation. Do not flush to
sewer or allow to enter waterways. Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
: Sweep or shovel spills into appropriate container for disposal. Provide ventilation.

6.4. Reference to other sections
For further information refer to section 8: "Exposure controls/personal protection".

SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1. Precautions for safe handling
Precautions for safe handling

Hygiene measures: Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have beenread and understood. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do not breathe dust. Do not
swallow. When using do not eat, drink or smoke. Good housekeeping is important toprevent accumulation of dust. Avoid dust formation.
: Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Take off
contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. Wash hands, forearms and face thoroughly
after handling.

7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage conditions: Keep out of the reach of children. Keep container tightly closed. Store in a dry, cool andwell-ventilated place. Store locked up. Avoid extreme temperatures and humidity.

7.3. Specific end use(s)Cutting tools mainly for metallic materials, wear resistant tools for plastic forming process, tools for macadam,civil engineering, and urban
development, etc.

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.1. Control parameters8.1.1. National occupational exposure and biological limit values

Nickel (7440-02-0)
Germany - Occupational Exposure Limits (TRGS 900)
AGW (OEL TWA) [1]0.03 mg/m³ (the risk of damage to the embryo or fetus can be excluded when AGW andBGW values are observed-respirable fraction)
0.006 mg/m³ (the risk of damage to the embryo or fetus can be excluded when AGW andBGW values are observed-inhalable fraction)

Chemical category

Skin sensitization

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Chromium (7440-47-3)
EU - Indicative Occupational Exposure Limit (IOEL)
IOEL TWA

2 mg/m³

Germany - Occupational Exposure Limits (TRGS 900)
AGW (OEL TWA) [1]

2 mg/m³ (except the one listed by name-inhalable fraction)

8.1.2. Recommended monitoring procedures
No additional information available
8.1.3. Air contaminants formed
No additional information available
8.1.4. DNEL and PNEC
Not applicable
8.1.5. Control banding
No additional information available

8.2. Exposure controls
8.2.1. Appropriate engineering controls
Appropriate engineering controls:
Ensure good ventilation of the work station.
8.2.2. Personal protection equipment
8.2.2.1. Eye and face protection
Eye protection:
Safety glasses or goggles are recommended when using product.
8.2.2.2. Skin protection
Skin and body protection:
Wear suitable protective clothing
Hand protection:
Wear suitable gloves resistant to chemical penetration
8.2.2.3. Respiratory protection
Respiratory protection:
In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. Respirator selection must be based on known or anticipated exposure levels,
the hazards of the product and the safe working limits of the selected respirator. [In case of inadequate ventilation] wear respiratory protection.
8.2.2.4. Thermal hazards
No additional information available
8.2.3. Environmental exposure controls
Environmental exposure controls:
Avoid release to the environment.
Other information:
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety procedures. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state
ColourOdour
Odour threshold
Melting point
Freezing point
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Boiling point
Flammability
Explosive limits
Lower explosion limit
Upper explosion limit
Flash point
Auto-ignition temperature
Decomposition temperaturepH
pH solution
Viscosity, kinematic
Solubility
Partition coefficient n-octanol/water (Log Kow)
Vapour pressure
Vapour pressure at 50 °C
Density
Relative density
Relative vapour density at 20 °C
Particle size
Particle size distribution
Particle shape
Particle aspect ratio
Particle aggregation stateParticle agglomeration stateParticle specific surface area
Particle dustiness

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Not applicableNot applicableNot applicableNot applicableNot applicableNot available
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Not available
Not applicable
Insoluble.
Not available
Refer to component values below
Not available
Not available
11 – 15.5
Not applicableNot available
Not available
Not available
Not available
Not available
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Not available
Not available

Tungsten carbide (12070-12-1)
Boiling point

6000 °C Atm. press.: 1013 hPa

Tantalum carbide (TaC) (12070-06-3)
Boiling point

4780 °C Atm. press.: 101,325 kPa

Vanadium carbide (VC) (12070-10-9)
Boiling point

3900 °C Atm. press.: 1013 mBar

Cobalt (7440-48-4)
Boiling point

2870 °C

Vapour pressure

0.00007 hPa (at 1050 °C)

Nickel (7440-02-0)
Vapour pressure

1 mm Hg (at 1810 °C)

Chromium (7440-47-3)
Boiling point

2642 °C

9.2. Other information
9.2.1. Information with regard to physical hazard classes
No additional information available
9.2.2. Other safety characteristics
No additional information available

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SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1. Reactivity
No dangerous reactions known under normal conditions of use.

10.2. Chemical stability
Stable under normal conditions. May ignite spontaneously in contact with air.

10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions
No dangerous reactions known under normal conditions of use. Reacts with oxygen in air.

10.4. Conditions to avoid
Heat. Incompatible materials. Humidity.

10.5. Incompatible materials
Strong oxidizers. Strong acids. Hydrogen peroxide. Nitric acid. Ammonium nitrate (AN). Nitrogen dioxide. hydrazine nitrate. Acetylene.

10.6. Hazardous decomposition products
May include, and are not limited to: oxides of carbon. cobalt oxide. Irritating fumes.

SECTION 11: Toxicological information
11.1. Information on hazard classes as defined in Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Acute toxicity (oral)
Acute toxicity (dermal)
Acute toxicity (inhalation): Not classified.
: Not classified.
: Not classified.

Tungsten carbide (12070-12-1)
LD50 oral rat> 2000 mg/kg bodyweight OECD Guideline 401

LD50 dermal rat> 2000 mg/kg

LC50 inhalation rat> 5.3 mg/l/4h

Tantalum carbide (TaC) (12070-06-3)
LD50 oral rat> 2000 mg/kg bodyweight OECD Guideline 423, EU Method B.1

LC50 inhalation rat> 5.18 mg/l air OECD Guideline 403, Guideline: EPA OPPTS 870.1300

Vanadium carbide (VC) (12070-10-9)
LD50 oral rat> 2000 mg/kg bodyweight OECD Guideline 423

LC50 inhalation rat> 5.05 mg/l/4h

Cobalt (7440-48-4)
LD50 oral rat

6171 mg/kg

LD50 dermal rat> 2000 mg/kg bodyweight OECD Guideline 402

LC50 inhalation rat< 0.05 mg/l/4h

Nickel (7440-02-0)
LD50 oral rat> 9000 mg/kg

LC50 inhalation rat> 10.2 mg/l (Exposure time: 1 h)

Chromium (7440-47-3)
LC50 inhalation rat

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Unknown acute toxicity (CLP) - SDS

Skin corrosion/irritation
Additional information
Serious eye damage/irritation
Additional information
Respiratory or skin sensitisation
Germ cell mutagenicity
Carcinogenicity: 25% of the mixture consists of ingredient(s) of unknown acute toxicity (Oral)
100% of the mixture consists of ingredient(s) of unknown acute toxicity (Dermal)
25% of the mixture consists of ingredient(s) of unknown acute toxicity (Inhalation(Dust/Mist)): Not classified.
: Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.
: Not classified.
: Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.
: May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. May cause anallergic skin reaction.
: Suspected of causing genetic defects.
: May cause cancer.

Cobalt (7440-48-4)
IARC group

2B - Possibly carcinogenic to humans

Nickel (7440-02-0)
IARC group

2B - Possibly carcinogenic to humans

Chromium (7440-47-3)
IARC group

3 - Not classifiable

Reproductive toxicity: May damage fertility or the unborn child.

STOT-single exposure
Additional information: Not classified.
: Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.

STOT-repeated exposure: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

Tantalum carbide (TaC) (12070-06-3)
LOAEC (inhalation, rat,dust/mist/fume, 90 days)

0.15 mg/l air Animal: rat, Animal sex: male

NOAEL (oral, rat, 90 days)

1000 mg/kg bodyweight OECD Guideline 422

STOT-repeated exposure

May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

Vanadium carbide (VC) (12070-10-9)
NOAEL (oral, rat, 90 days)≥ 1000 mg/kg bodyweight OECD Guideline 407

Nickel (7440-02-0)
STOT-repeated exposure
Aspiration hazard
Additional information

Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
: Not classified.
: Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.

11.2. Information on other hazards
11.2.1. Endocrine disrupting properties
Endocrine disrupting properties: The substance is not included in the list established in accordance with Article 59(1) of
REACH for having endocrine disrupting properties, or is not identified as having endocrine
disrupting properties in accordance with the criteria set out in Commission DelegatedRegulation (EU) 2017/2100 or Commission Regulation (EU) 2018/605

11.2.2. Other information
Other information: Likely routes of exposure: ingestion, inhalation, skin and eye

SECTION 12: Ecological information
12.1. Toxicity
Ecology - general: Very toxic to aquatic life.
Unknown hazards to the aquatic environment (CLP) : Contains 5 % of components with unknown hazards to the aquatic environment
Hazardous to the aquatic environment, short–term: Very toxic to aquatic life.
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Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long–term(chronic): Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Tungsten carbide (12070-12-1)
LC50 - Fish [1]> 1000 mg/l Test organisms (species): Danio rerio (previous name: Brachydanio rerio)

EC50 - Crustacea [1]> 1000 mg/l Test organisms (species): Daphnia magna

EC50 72h - Algae [1]> 1 mg/l Test organisms (species): Desmodesmus subspicatus (previous name:
Scenedesmus subspicatus)

NOEC chronic fish

≥ 9.8 mg/l Test organisms (species): Danio rerio (previous name: Brachydanio rerio)
Duration: '38 d'

Tantalum carbide (TaC) (12070-06-3)
LC50 - Fish [1]> 100 mg/l Test organisms (species): Danio rerio (previous name: Brachydanio rerio)

Cobalt (7440-48-4)
LC50 - Fish [1]> 100 mg/l (Exposure time: 96 h - Species: Brachydanio rerio [static])

EC50 - Crustacea [1]> 890 μg/l Test organisms (species): Daphnia magna

Nickel (7440-02-0)
LC50 - Fish [1]> 100 mg/l (Exposure time: 96 h - Species: Brachydanio rerio)

LC50 - Fish [2]

1.3 mg/l (Exposure time: 96 h - Species: Cyprinus carpio [semi-static])

EC50 - Crustacea [1]> 100 mg/l (Exposure time: 48 h - Species: Daphnia magna)

EC50 - Crustacea [2]1 mg/l (Exposure time: 48 h - Species: Daphnia magna [Static])

EC50 72h - Algae [1]0.18 mg/l (Species: Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata)

EC50 96h - Algae [1]0.174 – 0.311 mg/l (Species: Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata [static])

Chromium (7440-47-3)
EC50 - Crustacea [1]13.1 – 14.7 mg/l Test organisms (species): Daphnia magna

12.2. Persistence and degradability
Cemented Carbide, Coated Cemented Carbide and Cemented Carbide Tools
Persistence and degradability

Not established.

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential
Cemented Carbide, Coated Cemented Carbide and Cemented Carbide Tools
Bioaccumulative potential

Not established.

Cobalt (7440-48-4)
BCF - Fish [1](no bioaccumulation)

12.4. Mobility in soil
No additional information available

12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
PBT
vPvB

: No
: No

Cemented Carbide, Coated Cemented Carbide and Cemented Carbide Tools
This substance/mixture does not meet the PBT criteria of REACH regulation, annex XIIIThis substance/mixture does not meet the vPvB criteria of REACH regulation, annex XIII

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12.6. Endocrine disrupting properties
Endocrine disrupting properties: The substance is not included in the list established in accordance with Article 59(1) of
REACH for having endocrine disrupting properties, or is not identified as having endocrine
disrupting properties in accordance with the criteria set out in Commission DelegatedRegulation (EU) 2017/2100 or Commission Regulation (EU) 2018/605

12.7. Other adverse effects
Additional information: No other effects known

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
13.1. Waste treatment methods
Product/Packaging disposal recommendations: Dispose of contents/container to hazardous or special waste collection point, in accordancewith local, regional, national and/or international regulation.

SECTION 14: Transport information
In accordance with ADR / IMDG / IATA

14.1. UN number or ID number
UN-No. (ADR)
UN-No. (IMDG)
UN-No. (IATA): Not regulated: Not regulated: Not regulated

14.2. UN proper shipping name
Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
Proper Shipping Name (IATA): Not regulated: Not regulated: Not regulated

14.3. Transport hazard class(es)ADR
Transport hazard class(es) (ADR): Not regulated

IMDG
Transport hazard class(es) (IMDG): Not regulated

IATA
Transport hazard class(es) (IATA): Not regulated

14.4. Packing group
Packing group (ADR)
Packing group (IMDG)
Packing group (IATA): Not regulated: Not regulated: Not regulated

14.5. Environmental hazards
Dangerous for the environment
Marine pollutant
Other information

: Yes
: Yes
: No supplementary information available.

14.6. Special precautions for user
Special transport precautions: Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.

Overland transport
Not regulated

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Transport by sea
Not regulated
Air transport
Not regulated

14.7. Maritime transport in bulk according to IMO instruments
Not applicable

SECTION 15: Regulatory information
15.1. Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
15.1.1. EU-Regulations
Contains no REACH candidate substance.
Contains no substance subject to Regulation (EU) No 649/2012 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 4 July 2012 concerning the export
and import of hazardous chemicals.
Contains no substance subject to Regulation (EU) No 2019/1021 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 20 June 2019 on persistentorganic pollutants
15.1.2. National regulations
Germany
Employment restrictions

Water hazard class (WGK)
Hazardous Incident Ordinance (12. BImSchV)
Storage class (LGK, TRGS 510)

: Observe restrictions according Act on the Protection of Working Mothers (MuSchG)
Observe restrictions according Act on the Protection of Young People in Employment(JArbSchG): WGK 3, Highly hazardous to water (Classification according to AwSV, Annex 1): Is not subject of the Hazardous Incident Ordinance (12. BImSchV): LGK 6.1D - Non-combustible substances of acute toxicity, category 3 / hazardous
substances that are toxic or produce chronic effects

15.2. Chemical safety assessment
No chemical safety assessment has been carried out

SECTION 16: Other information
Indication of changes:
None.

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Abbreviations and acronyms°C – Degrees Celsius°F – Degrees Fahrenheit
ADR – European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road.
ACGIH – American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
ATE – Acute Toxicity Estimate
BCF – Bioconcentration Factor
BEI – Biological Exposure Index
CAS – Chemical Abstracts Service
CLP – Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 on the Classification, Labeling and Packaging of substances and mixtures.
CMR – Carcinogen, Mutagen, Reproductive toxincP – centipoise (unit of dynamic viscosity)cSt – centistokes (unit of kinematic viscosity)
DNEL – Derived No-effect Level
DMEL – Derived Minimal Effect Level
EC50 – Half maximal effective concentration
ECHA – European Chemicals Agency
EC-No. – European Community number
EU – European Union
GHS – Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals
h – Hours
IATA – International Air Transport Association
IC50 – Inhibition concentration
IDLH – Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health
IMDG – International Maritime Dangerous Goods
IOELV – Indicative Occupational Exposure Limit Value
KIFS – Swedish Chemicals Agency’s (Keml’s) Code of Statutes
kPa – kilopascal
Koc – Adsorption Coefficient
Kow – Octanol-Water Partition Coefficient
LC50 – Median Lethal Concentration
LD50 – Median Lethal DoseLOAEL – Lowest Observed Adverse Effect level
mg/l – Milligram per liter
mg/kg – Milligram per kilogram
mg/m3 – Milligram per cubic meter
Min – Minutes
NIOSH – National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
NOEC – No Observed Effect Concentration
NO(A)EL – No Observed (Adverse) Effect Level
N.O.S. – Not Otherwise Specified
OEL – Occupational Exposure Limit
PBT - Persistent, Bioaccumulative and Toxic
PCN – Poison Centre Notification
PNEC – Predicted No Effect Concentrationppm – Parts per million
PVC – Polyvinyl chloride
REACH - Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006
RID – European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by RailSDS – Safety Data Sheet
STEL – Short Term Exposure Limit
STOT – Specific Target Organ Toxicity
SVHC – Substance of Very High Concern (CMR, vPvB, PBT)TDI – Tolerable Daily Intake
TLV – Threshold Limit ValueTWA – Time Weighted Average
UFI – Unique Formulation Identifier
UN – United Nations
vPvB - Very Persistent and Very Bioaccumulative
WEL – Workplace Exposure Limit
WGK – Wassergefahrdungklasse – German water quality classification

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Data sources: REGULATION (EC) No 1272/2008 OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE
COUNCIL of 16 December 2008 on classification, labelling and packaging of substancesand mixtures, amending and repealing Directives 67/548/EEC and 1999/45/EC, andamending Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006.
: None.

Other information

Full text of H- and EUH-statements
Acute Tox. 3(Inhalation:vapour)

Acute toxicity (inhalation:vapour) Category 3

Aquatic Acute 1

Hazardous to the aquatic environment – Acute Hazard, Category 1

Aquatic Chronic 3

Hazardous to the aquatic environment – Chronic Hazard, Category 3

Aquatic Chronic 4

Hazardous to the aquatic environment – Chronic Hazard, Category 4

Carc. 1B

Carcinogenicity, Category 1B

Carc. 2

Carcinogenicity, Category 2

H317

May cause an allergic skin reaction.

H331

Toxic if inhaled.

H334

May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.

H341

Suspected of causing genetic defects.

H350

May cause cancer.

H351

Suspected of causing cancer.

H360

May damage fertility or the unborn child.

H360F

May damage fertility.

H372

Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

H373

May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

H400

Very toxic to aquatic life.

H412

Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

H413

May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life.

Muta. 2Germ cell mutagenicity, Category 2

Repr. 1B

Reproductive toxicity, Category 1B

Resp. Sens. 1

Respiratory sensitisation, Category 1

Skin Sens. 1

Skin sensitisation, Category 1

STOT RE 1

Specific target organ toxicity – Repeated exposure, Category 1

STOT RE 2

Specific target organ toxicity – Repeated exposure, Category 2

Classification and procedure used to derive the classification for mixtures according to Regulation (EC) 1272/2008 [CLP]
Resp. Sens. 1

H334

Calculation method

Skin Sens. 1

H317

Calculation method

Muta. 2

H341

Calculation method

Carc. 1B

H350

Calculation method

Repr. 1B

H360

Calculation method

STOT RE 1

H372

Calculation method

Aquatic Acute 1

H400

Calculation method

Aquatic Chronic 3

H412

Calculation method

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