SAFETY DATA SHEET

(In accordance to the directive 91/155/CEE and smi and D.M. 7/09/2002)
THE PRESENT SAFETY DATA SHEET SUBSTITUTES AND NULLIFIES ALL PRIOR EDITIONS

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1.1 1.1.1 1.2 1.2.1 1.3 1.3.1

IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

Substance Identification Commercial name: R.C. INOX D/M Utilization Synonym: Degreasing liquid for stainless steel series 300. Society Identification Society Identification: RICERCA CHIMICA S.n.c. Via E. Fermi n 15 35040 Vighizzolo dEste (PD) Tel +39 0429 99144 Fax +39 0429 99070

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INGREDIENTS COMPOSITION/INFORMATION
Quantity >25% 1-4% 1-10% n CAS 7664-38-2 7664-93-9 111-76-2 n index 015-011-00-6 016-020-00-8 603-014-00-0 Symbol C C Xn R ph rases R34 R35 R 20/21/22; R36/38

Substance Name Phosphoric acid Sulphuric acid 2 Butoxy-Ethanol

Corrosion inhibitors 1-3% The R phrases refer to specifications listed in point 16.

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DANGER IDENTIFICATIONS

The product contains strong mineral acids. The product results toxic and corrosive towards skin and eyes. Causes burns. If poured into rivers altering the pH and has a toxic effects on fish.

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FIRST AID

4.1 Inhalation Remove injured person from the polluted area and keep the person warm in a well aerated place. Keep the injured person at rest. 4.2 Skin contact Wash the interested area with plenty of running water. Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Consult a doctor. 4.2 Eye contact Rinse immediately with plenty of running water for at least 15 minutes keeping the eyelids open. Wash with a 5% solution of sodium bicarbonate. Consult a doctor or an ophthalmologist. 4.3 Ingestion Call an ambulance. Rinse mouth with plenty of water without swallowing. Do not induce vomiting.

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FIRE PREVENTION

5.1 Suggested quenching measures The product does not result inflammable. Take away all containers exposed to fire, cool down with water, foam, extinguishing powder. All personnel assigned to fire extinguishing operations must have at disposal fit safety equipment for the respiratory system The gas-vapors formed during the fire are heavier than air and can propagate at ground level. 5.2 Quenching measures to avoid None in particular. 5.3 Combustion steam measures
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Vapors deriving from phosphoric acid and Sulphuric acid. 5.4 Protection measures in intervention case Wear safety equipment for the respiratory system (breathing apparatus) and the body. Keep away all non necessary personnel.

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ACCIDENTAL OUTFLOW MEASURES

6.1 Individual precautions Intervene only after wearing adequate safety equipment (masks, gloves, goggles, boots, overalls, aprons, all in antacid material). At the end of work wash skin thoroughly. 6.2 Environmental precautions Isolate the area; prevent access into sewages, streams, excavations and cellars. Avoid all possible leakages into the environment. 6.3 Control measures Do not absorb the product with sawdust or other combustible substances. Contain leaks with sand. Remove gas-vapors with nebulized water. Neutralize the leaked product with lime, caustic soda, o better with sodium bicarbonate. Wash abundantly with water and turn to a specialized waste disposal company.

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HANDLING AND STORAGE

7.1 Handling Provide and use depending on the situation the following safety equipment: overalls, gloves, and boots in antacid material, gas mask and protective goggles. Avoid inhaling the vapors. Operate in an environment with the following: closed circuit, extractor hood. 7.2 Storage Store the product in adequately cool, aerated and lighted environments, away from heat sources, incompatible substances (strong alkali, energic oxidants or reductants in mass) or substances that present a risk of fire. If possible store the containers in impermeable containment tubs. Use appropriate sign systems to identify storage areas. The products must be easily identified by their labeling. The containers must be equipped with hermetical seals and must not be filled completely (max 94%). 7.3 Special uses The product is destined for professional users, adequately formed and informed on the dangers and possible chemical reactions produced. No other uses are predicted other than those specified by the manufacturer at point 1.2.

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EXPOSURE CONTROL/INDIVIDUAL PROTECTION

8.1 Limit values of exposure The values of personal exposure refer to the single substances listed in point 2 of the present sheet. The data is taken directly from bibliographical sources. Substance: Sulphuric Acid TLV/TWA: 1mg/m Substance: Phosphoric Acid TLV/TWA: 1mg/m Substance: 2 Butoxy ethanol TLV/TWA: 10mg/m 8.2 Exposure control It is advisable to equip the work environment with a quick shower and eye washing systems with foot controls or a special eye washing kit. Do not eat, do not drink, and do not smoke when using the product. Keep away from food, fodder or beverages; wash hands before pauses or at the end of the work day. Inform yourself about the product before using them. Store apart from work clothes. Take of immediately contaminated work clothes. 8.2.1 Control of professional exposure As to the exposure control in a work environment it is under the control of the employer to evaluate on the basis of chemical analysis of the work environment (SOV, powders, NOx...)and whatever else is predicted) and of the values TLV, chemical risk according to D.Lgs. 25/2002. According to D.lgs. 475/1992 it is compulsory to wear the DPI. 8.2.1.1 Respiratory protection Gas masks with specific filters. In case of dust be sure to use anti-dust filter type P. 8.2.1.2 Hand protection:
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Gloves in PVC, nitrile, neoprene. 8.2.1.3 Eye protection: During normal work operations use safety goggles or anti-sprinkle masks. 8.2.1.4 Skin protection: During normal job operations it is necessary to wear adequate safety clothing: meraklon overalls, PVC aprons or rubber, safety shoes (resistant to chemical substances). 8.2.2 Environmental precautions The employer is to respect all current environmental laws in regards to safety and pollution prevention. Impact on the environment should be avoided or at least contained, asking help from qualified personnel, such as WWF or other public security authorities.

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CHEMICAL AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

9.1 General information Appearance: Semitransparent liquid Smell: pungent 9.2 Important information on human health, security and the environment pH sol. 1%: ca. 1,5 Boiling point: >100 C Inflammability point: not inflammable Self Inflammability (solid, gas): not established Explosive properties: not applicable Comburent properties: not established Steam pressure: not established Density at 20 C: 1,4 kg/l Water-solubility: complete Lipo-solubility): insoluble Division factor n-octanol/water: Viscosity: not established Steam density: not established Evaporation velocity: not established 9.3 Other information (in accordance to Part A of the V of D.M. 28/04/1997 and smi) Miscibility: not established Conductivity: not established Point/interval of fusion: not established Gas group: not applicable Temperature of self-ignition: not applicable

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STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

10.1 Conditions to avoid Avoid strong heat sources and direct exposure to sunlight. 10.2 Substances to avoid Avoid mixing or contact with strong alkalis, combustible organic substances, reductants in mass or strong oxidants. Decomposition products Does not decompose if stored in normal conditions, but in case of fire or exposure to strong heat and light toxic/noxious and irritating gases could be produced.

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TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
YES YES YES

11.1 Ways of penetration Inhalation Cutaneous Ingestion

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11.2 Acute toxicity The product must be considered having a low chronic toxicity, either by acute overexposure and for what concerns long term effects. It dangerousness is connected to its elevated corrosive power. No evidence of effects on sensitization, carcinogenesis, mutagen or reproduction. By ingestion: serious irritations of the digestive system, burning, abdominal cramps, erosion of the gastrointestinal mucous membrane with vomit and diarrhea usually with blood. Possible larynx/pharynx edemas with the possibility of suffocation and collapse. By inhalation: serious irritation of the respiratory tract, cough, dispnea, hemorrhaging and larynx/pharynx edemas, with elevated concentrations possible acute pulmonary edema (usually delayed) possible suffocation and collapse. By contact: localized destructive action of the tissues with burns and ulcers, without any particular systemic effects. Possible delayed effects on: cardiovascular system (circulatory collapse), blood (ipotrombinemia), liver and kidneys. The product must be considered as having an elevated corrosive power with serious, irreversible burn and ulcers of the skin tissues and mucous membranes. LD50 oral/rat: 1530 mg/kg (phosphoric acid). LD50 cutaneous/rabbit: 2740 mg/kg (phosphoric acid). LD50 oral/rat: 2140 mg/kg (sulphuric acid). LC50 inhalation/rat: 0.5 mg/l/2h (sulphuric acid). LD50 oral/rat: 530 mg/kg (2 butoxy ethanol). LC50 inhalation/rat: 2.2 mg/l/4h (2 butoxy ethanol). LD50 cutaneous/rabbit: 490 mg/kg (2 butoxy ethanol). 11.3 Chronic toxicity The product must be considered as having a low chronic toxicity. Inflammatory processes to the respiratory system. For elevated exposure possible damage to liver and kidneys. 11.4 Effects on skin Prolonged contact may cause irritation and dermatitis. The product is caustic and corrosive. 11.5 Effects on eyes Can cause pain, conjunctival irritation and damage to corneas. Reported cases of iritis in animals.

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ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Avoid penetration into rivers, sewers, or the earth, both of the pure product and of the rinsing water. Can have a harmful effect on fish and animals who feed on them. Negative effect also on plankton and water organisms, due to the variations of pH. 12.1 Ecotoxicity Aquatic toxicity acute chronic fish ND ND seaweed ND ND daphnia ND ND other aquatic plants ND ND Toxicity for micro and macro organisms of the earth: ND Inhibiting effects on the activity of organisms: ND 12.2 Mobility Potential pollution of aquifers: ND Adsorption/ Desorption: ND Superficial tension: ND 12.3 Persistence and biodegradability Time of degradability: ND Biodegradability: ND 12.4 Potential of cumulation Kpow: ND BCF: ND

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CONSIDERATION OF THE WASTE

The excesses, waste, and empty containers are considered industrial waste; therefore their disposal is regulated by current regulations D.P.R. 22/97 and subsequent modifications. The product must be disposed of by authorized waste disposal companies, as the rinsing waters. The product can be treated by the means of a chemical-physical purification plant duly communicated to the competent authorities. Consult your resaler
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for information on disposal. The discharge is regulated according to Table 3 of D.Lgs n. 152/1999 Attachment 5 regulation for public sewage. It is forbidden to empty on soil unless where authorized. The mud must be disposed of as special waste. Consult your resaler for information on disposal.

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TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Be sure that containers are tightly closed during transport, handling and storage. Do not place near containers containing incompatible substances or that can form chemical reactions or fires. All current transport laws must be followed for road transport, railroad, fluvial, by sea or air. The dispositions to follow are those foreseen by ADR, RID, ADNR, IMDG-Code, ICAO-IATA. All personnel involved with the transportation and handling must be informed and trained in advance as to current regulations. ADR UN:1760 Technical denomination: corrosive liquid N.O.S. Class: 8 Risk code: C9 Packaging group: II UN: 1760 Technical denomination: corrosive liquid N.O.S Class: 8 Risk code: C9 Packaging group: II UN: 1760 Technical denomination: corrosive liquid N.O.S Class: 8 Risk code: C9 Packaging group: II UN: 1760 Technical denomination: corrosive liquid N.O.S Class IMO: 8 Risk code: C9 Packaging group: II Marine pollutant: E-ms:8-15 MFAG Table: 760

RID

ICAO-IATA

IMDG-Code 8149

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INFORMAZIONI SULLA NORMATIVA

15.1 Symbol: C; CORROSIVE 15.2 Risk phrases R: R 34 Causes burns. R 41 Risk of serious damage to eyes. 15.3 Safety precaution phrases S: S 4 Keep away from living quarters. S 24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
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S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S 20/21 When using do not eat, drink or smoke. 15.4 Caution for selling to the public: If the product is sold in retail the labeling must present obligatory the following safety precaution phrases: S 1/2 Keep locked up and out of the reach of children. S 45 In case of an accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible). 15.5 Possible restrictions for commercialization and use according to D.P.R. n 904 of the 10/09/1982 and smi: 15.6 Other applicable regulations D.P.R. 303/56 (sanitary check-ups) art.33, causes of risk n.7 (quarterly visits) and 22 (biannual visits), 32 (biannual visits).

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OTHER INFORMATION

R phrases referred to the components in section n 2. R 34 Causes burns. R 35 Causes severe burns. R 20/21/22 Harmful by inhalation, in contact with the skin and if swallowed. R 36/38 Irritating to respiratory system and skin.

_______________________________________________________ Even though the above information is the fruit of our best experience it has nevertheless a generic value. Every specific situation should be subject to tests on behalf of the user, who assumes whole responsibility of the final outcome. This information does not exempt, in any way, the user from respecting the legislative laws, administrative and the regulations relevant to the product, hygiene and job security. _________________________________________________________

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