MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

Unilever Australasia
219 North Rocks Road
North Rocks NSW
Australia 2151
486 Jackson Street
Petone New Zealand

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1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE MATERIAL AND SUPPLIER
LYNX DEODORANT AEROSOL

Manufacturers Product Codes Product Name/s: Variant/s
Finished Goods
Code:
Formula
Code:
Lynx Deodorant Africa 100g 61604971 61818203
Lynx Deodorant Africa 30g 61617821 61818203
Lynx Deodorant Click 61614941 61801002
Lynx Deodorant Voodoo 61604951 61833903
Lynx Deodorant Music Star 61062681 61740114
Lynx Deodorant Dark Temptation 100g 61621061 61720501
Lynx Deodorant Dark Temptation 30g 61622201 61720501
Lynx Deodorant Summer (Ltd Edition) 61623241 61896501
Lynx Deodorant Instinct 61623251 61898401
Lynx Deodorant Fever 61625371 61721601
Lynx Deodorant Antihangover 61625361 61861802
Lynx Deodorant Shock 61625381 61721401
Lynx Deodorant Twist 61626371 61901301
Lynx Deodorant Legend (Ltd Edition) 61626811 61903401
Lynx Deodorant Rise 61628831 61904601
Lynx Deodorant Excite 61628921 61904401


Recommended Use: Cosmetic deodorant aerosol product
Supplier: Unilever Australasia Limited
20 Cambridge Street, Epping NSW 2121 Australia Unilever
Australasia Limited.
486 Jackson Street, Petone 5012, New Zealand.
Telephone:
+61 2 9869 6100(AUS) +64 4 5666949(NZ)
Facsimile: +61 2 98696150(AUS) +64 4 5683396(NZ)
Consumer Relations
Department:

Poisons Information
Centre- 24 hours:
1800 888 449 Australia
0800 900 029 New Zealand
131126 Australia
800 764 766 New Zealand
Website www.unilever.com.au www.unilever.co.nz





2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
NON HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE DANGEROUS GOOD
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Petone New Zealand

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Hazard Classification: Classified as a Non hazardous substance according to
NOHSC criteria.
Classified as a Dangerous Good Class-2.1- Flammable Gas
according to the Australian Dangerous Goods Code.
Contents under pressure. Store below 50c, out of sunlight and
away from heat sources. Do not puncture or incinerate. Avoid
contact with skin and eyes. Vapour harmful. Intentional misuse by
deliberately concentrating and inhaling the contents may be
harmful or fatal. Use in well ventilated places, avoid prolonged
spraying.
Risk Phrase(s):
F+: Extremely Flammable
R12: Extremely Flammable

Safety Phrase(s):
S2: Keep out of the reach of children.
S7: Keep container tightly closed.
S9: Keep container in a well ventilated area.
S16: Keep away from sources of ignition-No Smoking.
S33 Take precautionary measures against static discharges.
S45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical
advice immediately (show the label where possible).
S47 Keep at temperatures not exceeding 50
O
C.
S53 Avoid exposure- obtain special instructions before use.

HSNO Class: 2.1.2A, 9.1D

3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical identity of ingredients

Ingredient CAS No. Proportion %
Ethyl Alcohol 64-17-5 30 60
n-Butane 106-97-8 30 60
Propane 74-98-6 10-30
Isobutane 75-28-5 <10
Water
7732-18-5 <10
Fragrance - <10

Other ingredients determined not to be
hazardous
to 100



4. FIRST AID MEASURES
General Advice: If poisoning occurs contact a doctor or Poisons Information
Centre. Phone 131126 from anywhere in Australia or 0800 764
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766 in New Zealand.

Ingestion: For an aerosol this route is unlikely. However if swallowed do not
induce vomiting. Give one or two glasses of water. Rinse mouth
with water. Seek medical attention immediately. May cause
irritation of the gastrointestinal tract. Depression of the central
nervous system may result in headache or dizziness.

Eye Contact: Rinse abundantly under flowing water for at least 15 minutes. If
irritation develops seek medical attention. Splashes in the eye
may cause immediate stinging and tears. Transient redness of
the eye may also occur.

Skin Contact: In case of skin contact, if irritation develops immediately wash off
with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation
persists seek medical attention immediately.

Inhalation: If symptoms are experienced, remove source of contamination
and move victim to fresh air immediately. If symptoms persist,
seek medical attention. At relatively high vapour concentrations
ethyl alcohol is an irritant to the nose and throat and may cause
central nervous system depression.

Advice to Doctor: Treat symptomatically.

5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable Extinguishing
Media:
Extremely flammable. In case of fire, all extinguishing media are
suitable. For safety reasons do not use strong water jets.

Hazards from Combustion
Products

May produce toxic fumes of carbon and nitrogen.
Precautions for Fire
Fighters and Special
Protective Equipment:
If in the event of fire wear self-contained breathing
apparatus. Use personal protective equipment. Keep containers
cool with water spray. Closed containers may rupture when
exposed to temperatures greater than 50
o
C. Vapour is heavier
than air, distant ignition sources possible.

Hazchem Code: .2YE


6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Emergency Procedures: UN No: 1950. Wear appropriate protective equipment. Spills will
be slippery and extremely flammable.

Methods and Materials for
Containment and Clean Up
Procedures:

Remove possible leaking containers. Remove all sources and
ventilate area. Dilute small spills with water. For larger spills, wear
protective equipment, dilute with water and absorb in inert
material (sand or vermiculate). For major spills of bulk product,
may be ignited by heat, sparks or flames. ELIMINATE all ignition
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sources within at least 25 metres. All equipment used when
handling this product should be earthed. Use flameproof
equipment. Dyke large spills for later disposal. Use clean non
sparking tools to collect absorbed material in plastic containers.
Dispose of material in compliance with federal, state and local
regulations. Dilute the spill area with mild detergent to remove
residue. Do not allow the material to enter drains or waterways.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for Safe
Handling:
This product is a Class 2.1 Aerosol and should be transported and
stored according to Dangerous Goods Regulations, Codes and
Standards. Store below 50
O
C and above freezing.
Avoid contact with eyes.
Keep away from heat, flame or ignition source. Do not eat, drink
or smoke in handling areas.
Conditions for Safe
Storage:
Store product upright in a cool place and out of direct sunlight.
Store away from alkalis, corrosive and oxidising products. Use
good personal hygiene practices. Store in accordance with
Dangerous Goods Regulations and transport in accordance with
ADG Code for Dangerous Goods Class 2.1.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
National Occupational
Exposure Standards:
ES-TWA (NOHSC Australian Exposure Standards)
1
Workplace Exposure Standards (NZ OS&HS Dept of Labour)
2

Chemical Name CAS No. TWA
(ppm)
TWA
(mg/m
3
)
STEL
(ppm)
STEL
(mg/m
3
)
Ethanol
1,2
64-17-5 1000 1880 - -
n-Butane
1,2
106-97-8 800 1900 - -
Isobutane
1,2
75-28-5 - - - -
Propane
1,2
74-98-6 * * * *

TWA = Time-weighted average exposure standard
STEL = Short term exposure limit exposure standard
1 National Occupational Health and Safety Commission .Exposure Standards for
Atmospheric Contaminants in the Occupational Environment. National Exposure
Standards [NOHSC: 1003 (1995)]. May 1995.
2 Workplace Exposure Standards (NZ OS& HS Dept of Labour)
* Asphyxiant (18% minimum oxygen content of air)

Biological Limit Values: No Biological limit allocated.
Engineering Controls: Use in a well ventilated area. Install safety showers and eyewash stations.

Personal protection
equipment:
Avoid excessive inhalation. If ventilation is insufficient, a suitable respirator
should be worn. Gloves (vinyl, plastic or rubber) may be worn when
handling this product. It is recommended that protective clothing is worn
e.g. aprons (vinyl plastic or rubber) and safety shoes. Eye protection in the
form of tightly fitting safety goggles and /or face shield should be worn.
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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Form/Colour: Colourless to pale yellow.

Odour: Characteristic odour.

pH (20
o
C):

5.0-8.0
Vapour Pressure(20
o
C):

350-400 kPa
Boiling Point (
o
C):

-12

Melting Point (
o
C):

Not Determined.
Solubility in Water (mg/L):

Soluble.
Specific Gravity (25
o
C) :

1520-2010 kg/m
3
.
Flash Point (
o
C):

-60
Upper and Lower
Flammability Limits in Air
(%):
9.6% and 1.5%


Autoignition Temp (
o
C):

423-600
Viscosity mPs (20(
o
C): Not Determined

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability:

Stable under normal conditions of handling, use and
transportation.

Conditions to Avoid: Avoid heat, sparks and flames. Avoid any sources of ignition.
Incompatible Materials:

Keep away from strong oxidising agents alkalis and corrosive
substances.

Hazardous Decomposition
Products:

Decomposition will not occur.
Hazardous Reactions: None known




11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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Acute Oral Toxicity: Not Available. No particular hazards.

Acute Dermal Toxicity: Not Available.

Skin Irritation: Not Available.

Skin Sensitisation: Unlikely to cause skin sensitisation.

Eye Irritation: Irritant to eyes. However splashes in the eye may cause stinging
sensation and irritation and should be washed out with flowing
water.

Inhalation: Not Available. Breathing of vapours at high concentration may
cause dizziness, nausea, vomiting and/or CNS depression and
loss of consciousness.

Warning: Intentional misuse by deliberately concentrating and
inhaling contents can be harmful or fatal. Use in well ventilated
places, avoid prolonged spraying.


12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity: Not Available.

Persistence and
Degradability:

Not Available.
Mobility: Not Available:

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Disposal Methods:

Recover cans if possible and dispose in accordance with local,
state and federal government regulations. Do not puncture or
incinerate cans even when empty.

Special Requirements for
Landfill or Incineration:
Do not incineration. Empty containers should be disposed of to
landfill in domestic garbage collection. The local waste authority
should be consulted prior to disposal of bulk quantities.


14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Classified as a dangerous good by road and rail according to the ADG Code, by sea according
to the IMDG and by air according to IATA regulations.
UN Number: UN 1950
Proper shipping name: AEROSOLS
Class: 2. Division 2.1
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Subsidiary Risks: Not Applicable.
Packing group: Not Applicable. Special provisions: SP63, SP190, SP277, SP327.
Hazchem code: .2YE
Special precautions for
user:
None.
Emergency Information: Refer to HB 76.

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
AUSTRALIA
SUSDP Poisons Schedule:

Not Applicable.
Prohibition/Licensing
Requirements:

Cosmetic ingredients must be labelled.
Industrial Chemicals
(Notifications and
Assessment) Act 1989:
Ingredients are in the Australian Inventory of Chemical
Substances or are covered by certificates, permits or exemptions
in compliance with the Industrial Chemicals (Notification and
Assessment) Act 1989.

NEW ZEALAND
HSNO Regulations:


Subject to Dangerous goods transport regulations.
Classes 2 and 9 of control regulations:
Regulations 11-27, 7, 8, 10, 32-45, 50-51, 55, 73, 77, 78, 82.
Identification Regulations 6, 7, 11, 25, 29-35, 36(1-7), 37-39, 47-
50, 51-52.
Packaging Regulations 5, 6, 7(1), 8, 9, 13, Schedule 3.
Disposal Regulations 6, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14.
Emergency Regulations 6, 7, 9-11, 8e, 8f, 18-29, 25-34, 35-41,
42.
Tracking Regulations 4(1), 5, 6
Personnel Qualifications Regulations (Approved Handlers)
Regulations 4-6.

Cosmetic Products Group
Standard 2006:

Aggregate Water Capacity:

The HSNO Approval Number for this Group Standard is
HSR002552. Substances must comply with standard.

100g aerosol 206ml
30g aerosol 75ml

16. OTHER INFORMATION
Date of Preparation:
Date of Last Revision:
Version Number:
6
th
October, 2010.
6
th
October, 2010.
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DISCLAIMER
This information is based on our current knowledge and is intended to describe the product for the purpose
of health, safety and environmental requirements only. Since Unilever Australasia cannot anticipate or
control the conditions under which the product may be used, each user must, prior to usage, review this
MSDS in the context of how the user intends to handle and use the product.

END OF MSDS