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The document provides safety information for a firefighting foam concentrate. It details hazards, composition, first aid measures, handling and storage requirements. The concentrate requires protective equipment during use and is classified as non-hazardous for transport.
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UNIRAL AR AFFF English

The document provides safety information for a firefighting foam concentrate. It details hazards, composition, first aid measures, handling and storage requirements. The concentrate requires protective equipment during use and is classified as non-hazardous for transport.
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UNIRAL AR AFFF

SAFETY DATA SHEET

1 Identification of the substance or preparation and of the


company/undertaking
1.1 Product identifier
Product Name:
Datasheet Number: 596023-r 1. 0. 0
Product Part Number: 596023 (200 liter)
Head Office:: Wilhelmsen Ships Service AS
Address: Strandveien 20, N1324 Lysaker, Norway, Tel:(+47) 67 58 45 50
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Fire fighting foam concentrate
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Name of Supplier: Wilhelmsen Ships Service AS
Address of Supplier: Willem Barentszstraat 50
3165AB Rotterdam
The Netherlands
Telephone: +31 10 4877 777
Fax: +31 10 4877 888
Responsible Person: Patrick Rijsdijk, Product HSE Manager, Tel.:+31 6 349 440 35
Email: [email protected]
1.4 Emergency telephone number
**ONLY TO BE USED IN CASE OF AN INCIDENT**
NCEC: +44 1865 407333, CHEMTREC (800) 424 9300
American Chemistry Council +1 703 527 3887,
Greece +30 210 7793777

2 Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
- The product is not classified as hazardous according to directive 1999/45/EEC
2.2 Label elements
Risk Phrases
- Not applicable
Safety Phrases
- Not applicable
2.3 Other hazards
- Odour: Characteristic odour
- Appearance: Liquid, pale yellow
- Contact with eyes: Causes redness and irritation
- Contact with skin: May cause redness and irritation
- Inhalation: Vapours or aerosols may cause irritation of eyes, nose and respiratory tract
- Ingestion: Not regarded as a potential route of exposure., May cause gastro-intestinal
disturbances, The ingestion of significant quantities may cause diarrhoea

3 Composition/information on ingredients
Chemical Name Concentration CAS Number EC Number R/H Phrases* Symbols
2-2 (butoxyethoxy) ethanol 1-3 112-34-5 203-961-6 36 Xn
Ethanediol 5-10 1107-21-1 203-473-3 22 Xi

*See Section 16

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4 First aid measures


4.1 Description of first aid measures
- IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
- IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if
present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position
comfortable for breathing.
- IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
- Do NOT induce vomiting.
- Give plenty of water to drink
- When in doubt or symptoms persist, seek medical attention
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Possible redness and irritation of affected areas
- The ingestion of significant quantities may cause gastro-intestinal disturbances
- The ingestion of significant quantities may cause diarrhoea
4.3 Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

5 Fire-fighting measures
5.1 Extinguishing media
- Not flammable. In case of fire use extinguishing media appropriate to surrounding conditions
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Not applicable
5.3 Advice for firefighters
- Prevent run off water from entering drains if possible

6 Accidental release measures


6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
- Wear protective clothing as per section 8
6.2 Environmental Precautions
- Do not flush spilt material into any public water system
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Absorb spillage in suitable inert material
- Sweep or shovel-up spillage and remove to a safe place
- Ventilate the area and wash spill site after material pick-up is complete
6.4 Reference to other sections

7 Handling and storage


7.1 Precautions for safe handling
- See Section 8
- Avoid contact with skin and eyes (S24/25)
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Protect from frost
- Store between -10 and 45 °C
7.3 Specific end use(s)

8 Exposure controls/personal protection


8.1 Control parameters
- TLV (TWA) 52 mg/m3 (Ethanediol vapour)
- TLV (TWA) 9 ppm, 50mg/m3 (2-2(butoxyethoxy)ethanol)

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8 Exposure controls/personal protection (....)
8.2 Exposure controls
- No special precautions are required for this product
Occupational exposure controls
- Wear suitable protective clothing, including eye/face protection and gloves (plastic or rubber
are recommended)

Goggles Gloves Suit

9 Physical and chemical properties


9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Odour: Characteristic odour
- Appearance: Liquid, pale yellow
- pH 6.5 - 8.5 at 100 % concentration
- Boiling point ~ 100 °C at 760 mm /Hg
- Freezing point ~- 10 °C at 760 mm/Hg
- Completely soluble in water
- Specific gravity (water=1) 1.04
- Viscosity 5 - 15 cST @ 20 deg C
9.2 Other information

10 Stability and reactivity


10.1 Reactivity
- This article is considered stable under normal conditions
10.2 Chemical stability
- Considered stable under normal conditions
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
- No hazardous reactions known if used for its intended purpose
10.4 Conditions to avoid
- No special precautions are required for this product
10.5 Incompatible materials
- None
10.6 Hazardous Decomposition Products
- No hazardous decomposition products known

11 Toxicological information
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
- LD50 (oral,rat) >2000 mg/kg
Inhalation
- Vapours or aerosols may cause irritation of eyes, nose and respiratory tract
Contact with skin
- In cases of severe exposure, redness and irritation may develop
Contact with eyes
- May cause redness and irritation
Ingestion
- May cause gastro-intestinal disturbances
- The ingestion of significant quantities may cause diarrhoea

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11 Toxicological information (....)
Carcinogenicity
- No evidence of carcinogenic effects

12 Ecological information
12.1 Toxicity
- LC50 (fish) >1000 mg/l (96 hr)
12.2 Persistence and degradability
- The components in this product are readily biodegradable.
12.3 Bioaccumulation Potential
- Bioaccumulation of the components in this product is insignificant.
12.4 Mobility in soil
- Completely soluble in water
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
12.6 Other Adverse Effects
- No environmental problems are expected when the product is used / handled correctly.

13 Disposal considerations
13.1 Waste treatment methods
- Disposal should be in accordance with local, state or national legislation
- Do not discharge into drains or the environment, dispose to an authorised waste collection
point
Classification
- EU Waste class: -

14 Transport information
14.1 UN Number
- n/a
14.2 UN Proper Shipping Name
- n/a
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
- n/a
14.4 Packing group
- n/a
14.5 Environmental hazards
- On available data, substance is not harmful to the environment
14.6 Special precautions for user
- Not classified as hazardous for transport
- Not classified as hazardous for air transport
- Not classified as hazardous for marine transport
- Not classified as hazardous for rail transport
- Not classified as hazardous for road transport
- Not Classified
14.7 Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC code
- Not applicable
Other information

15 Regulatory information

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15 Regulatory information (....)
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- This Safety Data Sheet has been prepared in accordance with article 31 and annex II in
REACH and Directive 453/2010/EU.
- This Safety Data Sheet is provided in compliance with The Dangerous Substances Directive
(67/548/EEC)
- This Safety Data Sheet is provided in compliance with The Dangerous Preparations
Directive (88/379/EEC)
15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment

16 Other information

Text of R and S phrase codes used in this safety data sheet:- R22: Harmful if swallowed; R36:
Irritating to eyes.
The information provided about the product on this Safety Data Sheet has been compiled from
knowledge of the individual constituents
The data given here is based on current knowledge and experience. This Safety Data Sheet
describes the product in terms of safety requirements and does not signify any warranty with regard
to the product's properties
The data given here only applies when product used for proper application(s). The product is not sold
as suitable for other applications - usage in such may cause risks not mentioned in this sheet. Do not
use for other application(s) without seeking advice from manufacturer

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