Safety Data Sheet

Catiofast 160
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1. Identification

Product identifier used on the label

Catiofast® 160
Recommended use of the chemical and restriction on use
Recommended use*: Paper fixative.; Coagulant; Performance Chemicals for Oilfield Applications

* The “Recommended use” identified for this product is provided solely to comply with a Federal requirement and is not part of
the seller's published specification. The terms of this Safety Data Sheet (SDS) do not create or infer any warranty, express or
implied, including by incorporation into or reference in the seller's sales agreement.

Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Company:
BASF Canada Inc.
100 Milverton Drive
Mississauga, ON L5R 4H1, CANADA

Telephone: +1 289 360-1300

Emergency telephone number

CANUTEC (reverse charges): (613) 996-6666

BASF HOTLINE: (800) 454-COPE (2673)

Other means of identification

Chemical family: Aqueous solution based on: aliphatic polyamine

2. Hazards Identification
According to Hazardous Products Regulations (HPR) (SOR/2015-17)

Classification of the product

Aquatic Acute 3 Hazardous to the aquatic environment - acute

Aquatic Chronic 3 Hazardous to the aquatic environment - chronic

Label elements

Hazard Statement:
H402 Harmful to aquatic life.
H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
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Precautionary Statements (Prevention):
P273 Avoid release to the environment.

Precautionary Statements (Disposal):

P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations.

Hazards not otherwise classified

High risk of slipping due to leakage/spillage of product.

3. Composition / Information on Ingredients

According to Hazardous Products Regulations (HPR) (SOR/2015-17)

CAS Number Weight % Chemical name

42751-79-1 >= 25.0 - <= 55.0% 1,2-Ethanediamine, polymer with (chloromethyl)oxirane
and N-methylmethanamine

4. First-Aid Measures

Description of first aid measures

General advice:
Remove contaminated clothing.

If inhaled:
Keep patient calm, remove to fresh air, seek medical attention. Assist in breathing if necessary.

If on skin:
Wash thoroughly with soap and water.

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

If swallowed:
Rinse mouth and then drink plenty of water.

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Symptoms: The most important known symptoms and effects are described in the labelling (see
section 2) and/or in section 11., Further important symptoms and effects are so far not known.
Hazards: No hazard is expected under intended use and appropriate handling.

Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

Note to physician
Treatment: Treat according to symptoms (decontamination, vital functions), no
known specific antidote.
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5. Fire-Fighting Measures

Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media:

water spray, dry powder, foam

Additional information:
If water is used, restrict pedestrian and vehicular traffic in areas where slip hazard may exist.

Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Hazards during fire-fighting:
harmful vapours
Evolution of fumes/fog. The substances/groups of substances mentioned can be released in case of
fire.

Advice for fire-fighters

Protective equipment for fire-fighting:
Firefighters should be equipped with self-contained breathing apparatus and turn-out gear.

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

Further accidental release measures:

High risk of slipping due to leakage/spillage of product.

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Use personal protective clothing.

Environmental precautions
Contain contaminated water/firefighting water. Do not discharge into drains/surface
waters/groundwater.

Do not discharge into drains/surface waters/groundwater.

Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

For small amounts: Pick up with absorbent material (e.g. sand, sawdust, general-purpose binder).
For large amounts: Pump off product.
Dispose of absorbed material in accordance with regulations.

7. Handling and Storage

Precautions for safe handling

No special measures necessary provided product is used correctly.

Protection against fire and explosion:

No special precautions necessary.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

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

Storage stability:
Storage temperature: > 0 °C
Avoid freezing.
Protect from temperatures below: 0 °C
Frost sensitive

8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

No occupational exposure limits known.

Personal protective equipment

Respiratory protection:
Wear a NIOSH-certified (or equivalent) respirator as necessary.

Hand protection:
Chemical resistant protective gloves

Eye protection:
Safety glasses with side-shields.

Body protection:
Body protection must be chosen depending on activity and possible exposure, e.g. apron, protecting
boots, chemical-protection suit (according to EN 14605 in case of splashes or EN ISO 13982 in case
of dust).

General safety and hygiene measures:

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wearing of closed work
clothing is recommended. Wear protective clothing as necessary to minimize contact. Handle in
accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. No eating, drinking, smoking or tobacco
use at the place of work.

9. Physical and Chemical Properties

Form: liquid
Odour: amine-like
Odour threshold: No applicable information available.
Colour: yellow
pH value: approx. 6
Melting point: < 0 °C
Boiling point: > 100 °C
Sublimation point: No data available.
Flash point: > 100 °C
The product has not been tested. The
statement has been derived from the
properties of the individual
components.
Flammability: not flammable
Lower explosion limit: For liquids not relevant for
classification and labelling. The lower
explosion point may be 5 - 15 °C
below the flash point.
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Upper explosion limit: For liquids not relevant for
classification and labelling.
Autoignition: not determined
Vapour pressure: The product has not been tested.
Density: approx. 1.14 g/cm3
( 20 °C)
Relative density: No data available.
Vapour density: No data available.
Partitioning coefficient n- Study scientifically not justified.
octanol/water (log Pow):
Self-ignition not self-igniting
temperature:
Thermal decomposition: No decomposition if stored and handled as
prescribed/indicated.
Viscosity, dynamic: 4,000 - 7,500 mPa*s
( 25 °C)
% volatiles: not determined
Solubility in water: miscible
Miscibility with water: miscible
Solubility (quantitative): No data available.
Solubility (qualitative): No data available.
Evaporation rate: Value can be approximated from
Henry's Law Constant or vapor
pressure.
Other Information: If necessary, information on other physical and chemical
parameters is indicated in this section.

10. Stability and Reactivity

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

Corrosion to metals:
No corrosive effect on metal.

Oxidizing properties:
not fire-propagating

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

Peroxides: 0.000 %
The product does not contain peroxides.

Possibility of hazardous reactions

No hazardous reactions when stored and handled according to instructions.

Conditions to avoid
Avoid extreme temperatures. Avoid freezing.

Incompatible materials
reactive chemicals, strong oxidizing agents

Hazardous decomposition products

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

Thermal decomposition:
No decomposition if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated.

11. Toxicological information

Primary routes of exposure

Routes of entry for solids and liquids are ingestion and inhalation, but may include eye or skin
contact. Routes of entry for gases include inhalation and eye contact. Skin contact may be a route
of entry for liquefied gases.

Acute Toxicity/Effects

Acute toxicity
Assessment of acute toxicity: Virtually nontoxic after a single ingestion.

Oral
Type of value: LD50
Species: rat
Value: > 2,000 mg/kg

Irritation / corrosion
Assessment of irritating effects: Not irritating to eyes and skin.

Skin
Species: rabbit
Result: non-irritant

Eye
Species: rabbit
Result: non-irritant

Sensitization
Assessment of sensitization: Based on the ingredients, there is no suspicion of a skin-sensitizing
potential.

Aspiration Hazard
No aspiration hazard expected.

Chronic Toxicity/Effects

Repeated dose toxicity

Assessment of repeated dose toxicity: Based on our experience and the information available, no
adverse health effects are expected if handled as recommended with suitable precautions for
designated uses. The product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from the
properties of the individual components.

Genetic toxicity
Assessment of mutagenicity: Based on the ingredients, there is no suspicion of a mutagenic effect.

Carcinogenicity
Assessment of carcinogenicity: The whole of the information assessable provides no indication of a
carcinogenic effect.
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Reproductive toxicity
Assessment of reproduction toxicity: Based on the ingredients, there is no suspicion of a toxic effect
on reproduction.

Other Information
The product has not been tested. The statements on toxicology have been derived from products of
a similar structure and composition.

Symptoms of Exposure

The most important known symptoms and effects are described in the labelling (see section 2)
and/or in section 11., Further important symptoms and effects are so far not known.

12. Ecological Information

Toxicity

Aquatic toxicity
Assessment of aquatic toxicity:
Acutely harmful for aquatic organisms. May cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic
environment.

Aquatic invertebrates
EC50 (48 h) > 10 mg/l, Daphnia magna
(under static conditions in the presence of 10 mg/L humic acid)

Persistence and degradability

Assessment biodegradation and elimination (H2O)

The polymer component of the product is poorly biodegradable.

Mobility in soil

Assessment transport between environmental compartments

Adsorption to solid soil phase is expected.

Additional information

Other ecotoxicological advice:

The product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from substances/products of a
similar structure or composition.

13. Disposal considerations

Waste disposal of substance:
Must be disposed of or incinerated in accordance with local regulations.

Container disposal:
Dispose of in a licensed facility. Recommend crushing, puncturing or other means to prevent
unauthorized use of used containers.

14. Transport Information

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Land transport
TDG
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

VOC content:

not determined

Federal Regulations

Registration status:
Chemical DSL, CA released / listed

NFPA Hazard codes:

Health: 0 Fire: 0 Reactivity: 0 Special:

16. Other Information

SDS Prepared by:
BASF NA Product Regulations
SDS Prepared on: 2018/01/19

We support worldwide Responsible Care® initiatives. We value the health and safety of our
employees, customers, suppliers and neighbors, and the protection of the environment. Our
commitment to Responsible Care is integral to conducting our business and operating our facilities in
a safe and environmentally responsible fashion, supporting our customers and suppliers in ensuring
the safe and environmentally sound handling of our products, and minimizing the impact of our
operations on society and the environment during production, storage, transport, use and disposal of
our products.

Catiofast® 160 is a registered trademark of BASF Canada or BASF SE

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