Safety data sheet

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BASF Safety data sheet according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006

Date / Revised: 20.01.2012 Version: 1.0

Product: Efka-K-236

(ID no. 539214/SDS_GEN_EU/EN)

Date of print 20.01.2012

1. Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

Product identifier

Efka-K-236

Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against

Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Company:

BASF CORPORATION

100 Campus Drive

Florham Park, NJ 07932, USA

Contact address:

BASF SE

67056 Ludwigshafen

GERMANY

Telephone: +49 621 60-0

E-mail address: global.info@basf.com

Emergency telephone number

International emergency number:

Telephone: +49 180 2273-112

2. Hazards Identification

Label elements

Globally Harmonized System, EU (GHS)

The product does not require a hazard warning label in accordance with GHS criteria.

According to Directive 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC

EEC Directives
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The product does not require a hazard warning label in accordance with EC Directives.

Classification of the substance or mixture

According to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [CLP]

No need for classification according to GHS criteria for this product.

According to Directive 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC

Possible Hazards:

No specific dangers known, if the regulations/notes for storage and handling are considered.

Other hazards

According to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [CLP]

No specific dangers known, if the regulations/notes for storage and handling are considered.

3. Composition/Information on Ingredients

Mixtures

Chemical nature

additives

organic solvent

Hazardous ingredients (GHS)

according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008

No particular hazards known.

4. First-Aid Measures

Description of first aid measures

Remove contaminated clothing.

If inhaled:

If difficulties occur after vapour/aerosol has been inhaled, remove to fresh air and seek medical 

attention.

On skin contact:

Wash thoroughly with soap and water.

On contact with eyes:

Wash affected eyes for at least 15 minutes under running water with eyelids held open.

On ingestion:

Rinse mouth and then drink plenty of water.
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Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Symptoms: No significant reaction of the human body to the product known.

Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

Treatment: Treat according to symptoms (decontamination, vital functions), no known specific 

antidote.

5. Fire-Fighting Measures

Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media: 

water spray, dry powder, foam

Unsuitable extinguishing media for safety reasons: 

water jet

Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

harmful vapours

Evolution of fumes/fog. The substances/groups of substances mentioned can be released in case of 

fire.

Advice for fire-fighters

Special protective equipment: 

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus.

Further information: 

The degree of risk is governed by the burning substance and the fire conditions. Contaminated 

extinguishing water must be disposed of in accordance with official regulations.

6. Accidental Release Measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Use personal protective clothing. Breathing protection required.

Environmental precautions

Contain contaminated water/firefighting water. Do not discharge into drains/surface 

waters/groundwater.

Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

For large amounts: Pump off product.

For residues: Pick up with suitable absorbent material. Dispose of absorbed material in accordance 

with regulations.

Reference to other sections

Information regarding exposure controls/personal protection and disposal considerations can be found 

in section 8 and 13.

7. Handling and Storage

Precautions for safe handling
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No special measures necessary provided product is used correctly.

Protection against fire and explosion:

Take precautionary measures against static discharges.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Further information on storage conditions: Keep container tightly closed and dry; store in a cool place.

Specific end use(s)

For the relevant identified use(s) listed in Section 1 the advice mentioned in this section 7 is to be 

observed.

8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Control parameters

Components with workplace control parameters

103-23-1: Bis(2-ethylhexyl) adipate

Exposure controls

Personal protective equipment

Respiratory protection:

Suitable respiratory protection for higher concentrations or long-term effect: Gas filter for 

gases/vapours of organic compounds (boiling point >65 °C, e. g. EN 14387 Type A)

Hand protection:

Chemical resistant protective gloves (EN 374)

Suitable materials short-term contact and/or splashes (recommended: At least protective index 2, 

corresponding > 30 minutes of permeation time according to EN 374)

butyl rubber (butyl) - 0.7 mm coating thickness

nitrile rubber (NBR) - 0.4 mm coating thickness

Supplementary note: The specifications are based on tests, literature data and information of glove 

manufacturers or are derived from similar substances by analogy. Due to many conditions (e.g. 

temperature) it must be considered, that the practical usage of a chemical-protective glove in practice 

may be much shorter than the permeation time determined through testing.

Manufacturer's directions for use should be observed because of great diversity of types.

Eye protection:

Safety glasses with side-shields (frame goggles) (e.g. EN 166)

General safety and hygiene measures

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wearing of closed work 

clothing is recommended.

9. Physical and Chemical Properties

Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Form: liquid
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Colour: colourless to yellowish

Odour: product specific

Odour threshold:

not determined

pH value:

not applicable, of very low solubility

Melting point: approx. -67.8 °C

Information applies to the solvent.

Boiling point: 417 °C

(1,013 hPa) 

Information applies to the solvent.

(other)

Flash point: 110 °C (closed cup)

Evaporation rate:

not determined

Flammability: does not ignite

Lower explosion limit:

As a result of our experience with this 

product and our knowledge of its 

composition we do not expect any 

hazard as long as the product is used 

appropriately and in accordance with 

the intended use.

Upper explosion limit:

As a result of our experience with this 

product and our knowledge of its 

composition we do not expect any 

hazard as long as the product is used 

appropriately and in accordance with 

the intended use.

Ignition temperature: approx. 377 °C

Information applies to the solvent.

Vapour pressure: approx. 0.00003 Pa

(20 °C) 

Density: 1.075 g/cm3

(20 °C) 

(DIN 51757)

Relative density: 1.075

(20 °C) 

(DIN 51757)

Relative vapour density (air):

not determined

Solubility in water: not soluble

Solubility (qualitative) solvent(s): organic solvents

soluble

Partitioning coefficient n-octanol/water (log Kow):

Study does not need to be conducted.

Self ignition: not self-igniting Test type: Spontaneous 

self-ignition at 

room-temperature.

Thermal decomposition: not determined

Viscosity, dynamic: 20,000 mPa.s

(20 °C) 

Explosion hazard: not explosive

Fire promoting properties: Based on its structural properties 

the product is not classified as 

oxidizing.
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Other information

Self heating ability: It is not a substance capable of 

spontaneous heating.

Hygroscopy: Non-hygroscopic

Surface tension:

not applicable

Grain size distribution: The substance / product is marketed or used in a non solid or 

granular form.

10. Stability and Reactivity

Reactivity

No hazardous reactions if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated.

Formation of 

flammable gases:

Remarks: Forms no flammable gases in the 

presence of water.

Chemical stability

The product is stable if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated.

Possibility of hazardous reactions

No hazardous reactions when stored and handled according to instructions.

Conditions to avoid

See MSDS section 7 - Handling and storage.

Incompatible materials

Substances to avoid: 

No substances known that should be avoided.

Hazardous decomposition products

Hazardous decomposition products:

No hazardous decomposition products if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated.

11. Toxicological Information

Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity

Assessment of acute toxicity:

Virtually nontoxic after a single ingestion. Virtually nontoxic by inhalation.

Experimental/calculated data:

LD50 rat (oral): > 5,000 mg/kg (OECD Guideline 401)

LC50 rat (by inhalation): > 5 mg/l 4 h (OECD Guideline 403)
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The product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from the properties of the individual 

components. An aerosol was tested.

LD50 rat (dermal): > 5,000 mg/kg

The product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from the properties of the individual 

components.

Irritation

Assessment of irritating effects:

Not irritating to the skin. Not irritating to the eyes.

Experimental/calculated data:

Skin corrosion/irritation rabbit: non-irritant (OECD Guideline 404)

The product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from the properties of the individual 

components.

Serious eye damage/irritation rabbit: non-irritant (OECD Guideline 405)

The product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from the properties of the individual 

components.

Respiratory/Skin sensitization

Experimental/calculated data:

Draize test guinea pig: Non-sensitizing.

The product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from the properties of the individual 

components.

Germ cell mutagenicity

Assessment of mutagenicity:

No data available concerning mutagenic effects.

Carcinogenicity

Assessment of carcinogenicity:

Based on the ingredients there is no suspicion of a carcinogenic effect in humans. The product has not 

been tested. The statement has been derived from the properties of the individual components.

Information on: Bis(2-ethylhexyl) adipate

Assessment of carcinogenicity:

In long-term studies in rats in which the substance was given by feed, a carcinogenic effect was not 

observed. In long-term studies in rodents exposed to high doses, a tumorigenic effect was found; 

however, these results are thought to be due to a rodent-specific liver effect that is not relevant to 

humans.

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Reproductive toxicity

Assessment of reproduction toxicity:

No data available concerning reproduction toxicity.

Developmental toxicity
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Assessment of teratogenicity:

No data available concerning teratogenic effects.

Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)

Remarks: No data available.

Repeated dose toxicity and Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)

Assessment of repeated dose toxicity:

The information available on the product provides no indication of toxicity on target organs after 

repeated exposure. The product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from the 

properties of the individual components.

Information on: Bis(2-ethylhexyl) adipate

Assessment of repeated dose toxicity:

Repeated exposure to high doses of the substance causes reversible liver changes in rodents. 

According to present knowledge, these effects do not occur in man.

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Aspiration hazard

No aspiration hazard expected.

12. Ecological Information

Toxicity

Assessment of aquatic toxicity:

No toxic effects occur within the range of solubility. The inhibition of the degradation activity of 

activated sludge is not anticipated when introduced to biological treatment plants in appropriate low 

concentrations.

Toxicity to fish:

LC50 (96 h) > 100 mg/l, Oncorhynchus mykiss (static)

No toxic effects occur within the range of solubility. The product has not been tested. The statement 

has been derived from the properties of the individual components.

Aquatic invertebrates:

EC50 (48 h) > 100 mg/l, Daphnia magna (Directive 79/831/EEC, static)

No toxic effects occur within the range of solubility. The product has not been tested. The statement 

has been derived from the properties of the individual components.

Aquatic plants:

EC50 (72 h) > 100 mg/l, Scenedesmus subspicatus (DIN 38412 Part 9)

No toxic effects occur within the range of solubility. The product has not been tested. The statement 

has been derived from the properties of the individual components.

Microorganisms/Effect on activated sludge:

EC20 (3 h) > 100 mg/l, activated sludge, domestic, aerobic (DIN EN ISO 8192-OECD 

209-88/302/EEC,P. C, aerobic)

The product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from the properties of the individual 

components.
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Chronic toxicity to fish:

No data available.

Chronic toxicity to aquatic invertebrates:

No data available.

Assessment of terrestrial toxicity:

No data available concerning terrestrial toxicity.

Persistence and degradability

Assessment biodegradation and elimination (H2O):

The polymer component of the product is poorly biodegradable. The auxiliary substance(s) is/are 

readily biodegradable. The product is virtually insoluble in water and can thus be separated from water 

mechanically in suitable effluent treatment plants.

Bioaccumulative potential

Assessment bioaccumulation potential:

The product has not been tested.

Mobility in soil (and other compartments if available)

Assessment transport between environmental compartments:

No data available.

Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

According to Annex XIII of Regulation (EC) No.1907/2006 concerning the Registration, Evaluation, 

Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH): The product does not contain a substance 

fullfilling the PBT (persistent/bioaccumulative/toxic) criteria or the vPvB (very persistent/very 

bioaccumulative) criteria.

Additional information

Add. remarks environm. fate & pathway:

Treatment in biological waste water treatment plants has to be performed according to local and 

administrative regulations.

13. Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods

Must be disposed of or incinerated in accordance with local regulations.

Contaminated packaging:

Uncontaminated packaging can be re-used.

Packs that cannot be cleaned should be disposed of in the same manner as the contents.
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14. Transport Information

Land transport

ADR

Not classified as a dangerous good under transport regulations

RID

Not classified as a dangerous good under transport regulations

Inland waterway transport

ADN

Not classified as a dangerous good under transport regulations

Sea transport

IMDG

Not classified as a dangerous good under transport regulations

Air transport

IATA/ICAO

Not classified as a dangerous good under transport regulations

15. Regulatory Information

Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or 

mixture

If other regulatory information applies that is not already provided elsewhere in this safety data sheet, 

then it is described in this subsection.

Chemical Safety Assessment

Chemical Safety Assessment not yet performed due to registration timelines

16. Other Information

The data contained in this safety data sheet are based on our current knowledge and experience and 

describe the product only with regard to safety requirements. The data do not describe the product's 

properties (product specification). Neither should any agreed property nor the suitability of the product for 

any specific purpose be deduced from the data contained in the safety data sheet. It is the responsibility of 

the recipient of the product to ensure any proprietary rights and existing laws and legislation are observed.

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