SAFETY DATA SHEET

EPI 1970 1200 kg

Section 1. Identification
GHS product identifier : EPI 1970 1200 kg
CAS number : Not applicable.
EC number : Mixture.
Product code : AV1970012001
UN number : Not available.
Other means of : Not available.
identification
Product type : Liquid.

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

Product is not intended for consumer use.

Supplier's details : AKZO NOBEL VIETNAM LTD

Lot 107, Amata Industrial Zone
Bien Hoa City, Dong Nai Province, Vietnam
(+84) 251 393 6389

Emergency telephone : (+84) 909 043 900

number (with hours of
operation)

Section 2. Hazards identification

Classification of the : FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS - Category 4
substance or mixture AQUATIC TOXICITY (ACUTE) - Category 3

GHS label elements

Signal word : Warning
Hazard statements : Combustible liquid.
Harmful to aquatic life.
Precautionary statements
Prevention : Wear protective gloves. Wear eye or face protection. Keep away from flames and
hot surfaces. - No smoking. Avoid release to the environment.
Response : Not applicable.
Storage : Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
Disposal : Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local, regional, national and
international regulations.

Routes of entry : Not available.

Other hazards which do not : None known.
result in classification

Section 3. Composition, information on ingredients

Substance/mixture : Mixture
Other means of : Not available.
identification

CAS number/other identifiers

CAS number : Not applicable.
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Section 3. Composition, information on ingredients

EC number : Mixture.
Product code : AV1970012001
Ingredient name CAS number Chemical formula %
bronopol (INN) 52-51-7 C3H6BrNO4 ≤0.1
1,2-benzisothiazol-3(2H)-one 2634-33-5 C7H5NOS ≤0.079
There are no additional ingredients present which, within the current knowledge of the supplier and in the
concentrations applicable, are classified as hazardous to health or the environment and hence require
reporting in this section.
Occupational exposure limits, if available, are listed in Section 8.

Section 4. First aid measures

Description of necessary first aid measures
Eye contact : Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water, occasionally lifting the upper and lower
eyelids. Check for and remove any contact lenses. Continue to rinse for at least 10
minutes. Get medical attention if irritation occurs.
Inhalation : Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
If not breathing, if breathing is irregular or if respiratory arrest occurs, provide
artificial respiration or oxygen by trained personnel. It may be dangerous to the
person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Get medical attention if
adverse health effects persist or are severe. If unconscious, place in recovery
position and get medical attention immediately. Maintain an open airway. Loosen
tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.
Skin contact : Flush contaminated skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and
shoes. Get medical attention if symptoms occur. Wash clothing before reuse.
Clean shoes thoroughly before reuse.
Ingestion : Wash out mouth with water. Remove dentures if any. Remove victim to fresh air
and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. If material has been
swallowed and the exposed person is conscious, give small quantities of water to
drink. Stop if the exposed person feels sick as vomiting may be dangerous. Do not
induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. If vomiting occurs,
the head should be kept low so that vomit does not enter the lungs. Get medical
attention if adverse health effects persist or are severe. Never give anything by
mouth to an unconscious person. If unconscious, place in recovery position and get
medical attention immediately. Maintain an open airway. Loosen tight clothing such
as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.

Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed

Potential acute health effects
Eye contact : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Inhalation : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Skin contact : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Ingestion : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Over-exposure signs/symptoms
Eye contact : No specific data.
Inhalation : No specific data.
Skin contact : No specific data.
Ingestion : No specific data.

Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed, if necessary

Notes to physician : Treat symptomatically. Contact poison treatment specialist immediately if large
quantities have been ingested or inhaled.
Specific treatments : No specific treatment.
Protection of first-aiders : No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. It
may be dangerous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.

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Section 4. First aid measures

See toxicological information (Section 11)

Section 5. Fire-fighting measures

Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing : Use dry chemical, CO₂, water spray (fog) or foam.
media
Unsuitable extinguishing : Do not use water jet.
media

Specific hazards arising : Combustible liquid. In a fire or if heated, a pressure increase will occur and the
from the chemical container may burst, with the risk of a subsequent explosion. Runoff to sewer may
create fire or explosion hazard. This material is harmful to aquatic life. Fire water
contaminated with this material must be contained and prevented from being
discharged to any waterway, sewer or drain.
Hazardous thermal : Decomposition products may include the following materials:
decomposition products carbon dioxide
carbon monoxide
halogenated compounds
metal oxide/oxides

Special protective actions : Promptly isolate the scene by removing all persons from the vicinity of the incident if
for fire-fighters there is a fire. No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without
suitable training. Move containers from fire area if this can be done without risk.
Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool.
Special protective : Fire-fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained
equipment for fire-fighters breathing apparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in positive pressure
mode.

Section 6. Accidental release measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
For non-emergency : No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training.
personnel Evacuate surrounding areas. Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from
entering. Do not touch or walk through spilled material. Shut off all ignition sources.
No flares, smoking or flames in hazard area. Avoid breathing vapor or mist.
Provide adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is
inadequate. Put on appropriate personal protective equipment.
For emergency responders : If specialized clothing is required to deal with the spillage, take note of any
information in Section 8 on suitable and unsuitable materials. See also the
information in "For non-emergency personnel".

Environmental precautions : Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways,
drains and sewers. Inform the relevant authorities if the product has caused
environmental pollution (sewers, waterways, soil or air). Water polluting material.
May be harmful to the environment if released in large quantities.

Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up

Small spill : Stop leak if without risk. Move containers from spill area. Use spark-proof tools and
explosion-proof equipment. Dilute with water and mop up if water-soluble.
Alternatively, or if water-insoluble, absorb with an inert dry material and place in an
appropriate waste disposal container. Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal
contractor.

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Section 6. Accidental release measures

Large spill : Stop leak if without risk. Move containers from spill area. Use spark-proof tools and
explosion-proof equipment. Approach release from upwind. Prevent entry into
sewers, water courses, basements or confined areas. Wash spillages into an
effluent treatment plant or proceed as follows. Contain and collect spillage with non-
combustible, absorbent material e.g. sand, earth, vermiculite or diatomaceous earth
and place in container for disposal according to local regulations (see Section 13).
Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Contaminated absorbent
material may pose the same hazard as the spilled product. Note: see Section 1 for
emergency contact information and Section 13 for waste disposal.

Section 7. Handling and storage

Precautions for safe handling
Protective measures : Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see Section 8). Do not ingest.
Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid breathing vapor or mist. Avoid
release to the environment. Use only with adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate
respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Do not enter storage areas and confined
spaces unless adequately ventilated. Keep in the original container or an approved
alternative made from a compatible material, kept tightly closed when not in use.
Store and use away from heat, sparks, open flame or any other ignition source. Use
explosion-proof electrical (ventilating, lighting and material handling) equipment.
Use only non-sparking tools. Empty containers retain product residue and can be
hazardous. Do not reuse container.
Advice on general : Eating, drinking and smoking should be prohibited in areas where this material is
occupational hygiene handled, stored and processed. Workers should wash hands and face before
eating, drinking and smoking. Remove contaminated clothing and protective
equipment before entering eating areas. See also Section 8 for additional
information on hygiene measures.

Conditions for safe storage, : Store in accordance with local regulations. Store in a segregated and approved
including any area. Store in original container protected from direct sunlight in a dry, cool and well-
incompatibilities ventilated area, away from incompatible materials (see Section 10) and food and
drink. Eliminate all ignition sources. Separate from oxidizing materials. Keep
container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Containers that have been
opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage. Do not
store in unlabeled containers. Use appropriate containment to avoid environmental
contamination.

Section 8. Exposure controls/personal protection

Control parameters
Occupational exposure limits
None.

Appropriate engineering : Use only with adequate ventilation. Use process enclosures, local exhaust
controls ventilation or other engineering controls to keep worker exposure to airborne
contaminants below any recommended or statutory limits. The engineering controls
also need to keep gas, vapor or dust concentrations below any lower explosive
limits. Use explosion-proof ventilation equipment.
Environmental exposure : Emissions from ventilation or work process equipment should be checked to ensure
controls they comply with the requirements of environmental protection legislation. In some
cases, fume scrubbers, filters or engineering modifications to the process
equipment will be necessary to reduce emissions to acceptable levels.

Individual protection measures

Hygiene measures : Wash hands, forearms and face thoroughly after handling chemical products, before
eating, smoking and using the lavatory and at the end of the working period.
Appropriate techniques should be used to remove potentially contaminated clothing.
Wash contaminated clothing before reusing. Ensure that eyewash stations and
safety showers are close to the workstation location.

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Section 8. Exposure controls/personal protection

Eye/face protection : Safety eyewear complying with an approved standard should be used when a risk
assessment indicates this is necessary to avoid exposure to liquid splashes, mists,
gases or dusts. If contact is possible, the following protection should be worn,
unless the assessment indicates a higher degree of protection: safety glasses with
side-shields.
Skin protection
Hand protection : Chemical-resistant, impervious gloves complying with an approved standard should
be worn at all times when handling chemical products if a risk assessment indicates
this is necessary. Considering the parameters specified by the glove manufacturer,
check during use that the gloves are still retaining their protective properties. It
should be noted that the time to breakthrough for any glove material may be
different for different glove manufacturers. In the case of mixtures, consisting of
several substances, the protection time of the gloves cannot be accurately
estimated.
Body protection : Personal protective equipment for the body should be selected based on the task
being performed and the risks involved and should be approved by a specialist
before handling this product.
Other skin protection : Appropriate footwear and any additional skin protection measures should be
selected based on the task being performed and the risks involved and should be
approved by a specialist before handling this product.
Respiratory protection : Based on the hazard and potential for exposure, select a respirator that meets the
appropriate standard or certification. Respirators must be used according to a
respiratory protection program to ensure proper fitting, training, and other important
aspects of use.

Section 9. Physical and chemical properties

Appearance
Physical state : Liquid.
Color : Not available.
Odor : Not available.
Odor threshold : Not available.
pH : 6 to 8
Melting point : Not available.
Boiling point : 100°C (212°F)
Flash point : Closed cup: 70°C (158°F)
Evaporation rate : Not tested
Flammability (solid, gas) : Not available.
Lower and upper explosive : Not applicable.
(flammable) limits
Vapor pressure : Not available.
Vapor density : Not available.
Density : 1.22 g/cm³
Solubility : Not tested
Partition coefficient: n- : Not tested
octanol/water
Auto-ignition temperature : Not available.
Decomposition temperature : Not tested
Viscosity : 9 - 14 Pa.s (BROOKFIELD LVT SP4#6RPM)

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Section 10. Stability and reactivity

Reactivity : No specific test data related to reactivity available for this product or its ingredients.

Chemical stability : The product is stable.

Possibility of hazardous : Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous reactions will not occur.
reactions

Conditions to avoid : Avoid all possible sources of ignition (spark or flame). Do not pressurize, cut, weld,
braze, solder, drill, grind or expose containers to heat or sources of ignition.

Incompatible materials : Reactive or incompatible with the following materials:

oxidizing materials

Hazardous decomposition : Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous decomposition products
products should not be produced.

Section 11. Toxicological information

Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
Product/ingredient name Result Species Dose Exposure
bronopol (INN) LC50 Inhalation Vapor Rat 800 mg/m³ 4 hours
LD50 Dermal Rat 64 mg/kg -
LD50 Oral Rat 180 mg/kg -
1,2-benzisothiazol-3(2H)-one LD50 Oral Rat 1020 mg/kg -
Irritation/Corrosion
Product/ingredient name Result Species Score Exposure Observation
bronopol (INN) Skin - Moderate irritant Human - 10 milligrams -
Skin - Mild irritant Rabbit - 24 hours 500 -
milligrams
Skin - Moderate irritant Rabbit - 80 milligrams -
1,2-benzisothiazol-3(2H)-one Skin - Mild irritant Human - 48 hours 5 -
Percent
Sensitization
Not available.

Mutagenicity
Not available.

Carcinogenicity
Not available.

Reproductive toxicity
Not available.

Teratogenicity
Not available.

Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)

Name Category Route of Target organs
exposure
bronopol (INN) Category 3 Not applicable. Respiratory tract
irritation
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
Not available.

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Section 11. Toxicological information

Aspiration hazard
Not available.

Information on the likely : Not available.

routes of exposure
Potential acute health effects
Eye contact : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Inhalation : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Skin contact : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Ingestion : No known significant effects or critical hazards.

Symptoms related to the physical, chemical and toxicological characteristics

Eye contact : No specific data.
Inhalation : No specific data.
Skin contact : No specific data.
Ingestion : No specific data.

Delayed and immediate effects and also chronic effects from short and long term exposure
Short term exposure
Potential immediate : Not available.
effects
Potential delayed effects : Not available.
Long term exposure
Potential immediate : Not available.
effects
Potential delayed effects : Not available.
Potential chronic health effects
Not available.

General : No known significant effects or critical hazards.

Carcinogenicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Mutagenicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Teratogenicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Developmental effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Fertility effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards.

Numerical measures of toxicity

Acute toxicity estimates
Not available.

Section 12. Ecological information

Toxicity

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Section 12. Ecological information

Product/ingredient name Result Species Exposure
bronopol (INN) Acute EC50 0.02 ppm Fresh water Algae - Scenedesmus 96 hours
subspicatus
Acute EC50 1.4 mg/l Daphnia 48 hours
Acute IC50 0.05 mg/l Algae 72 hours
Acute LC50 26 mg/l Fish 96 hours
Acute LC50 11.17 ppm Fresh water Fish - Lepomis macrochirus 96 hours
Chronic NOEC 1.94 ppm Fish - Oncorhynchus mykiss 49 days
1,2-benzisothiazol-3(2H)-one Acute EC50 1.5 mg/l Daphnia - Daphnia magna 48 hours
Acute EC50 0.4 mg/l Daphnia - Pseudomonas putia 16 hours
Acute EC50 97 ppb Fresh water Daphnia - Daphnia magna 48 hours
Acute IC50 0.067 mg/l Algae - Pseudokirchneriella 72 hours
subcapitata
Acute LC50 >10 mg/l Fresh water Crustaceans - Ceriodaphnia 48 hours
dubia
Acute LC50 1.3 mg/l Fish - Ochorhyncus mykiss 96 hours
Acute LC50 167 ppb Fresh water Fish - Oncorhynchus mykiss 96 hours

Persistence and degradability

Not available.

Bioaccumulative potential
Product/ingredient name LogPow BCF Potential
bronopol (INN) 0.18 - low

Mobility in soil
Soil/water partition : Not available.
coefficient (KOC)

Other adverse effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards.

Section 13. Disposal considerations

Disposal methods : The generation of waste should be avoided or minimized wherever possible.
Disposal of this product, solutions and any by-products should at all times comply
with the requirements of environmental protection and waste disposal legislation
and any regional local authority requirements. Dispose of surplus and non-
recyclable products via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Waste should not be
disposed of untreated to the sewer unless fully compliant with the requirements of
all authorities with jurisdiction. Waste packaging should be recycled. Incineration or
landfill should only be considered when recycling is not feasible. This material and
its container must be disposed of in a safe way. Care should be taken when
handling emptied containers that have not been cleaned or rinsed out. Empty
containers or liners may retain some product residues. Vapor from product residues
may create a highly flammable or explosive atmosphere inside the container. Do
not cut, weld or grind used containers unless they have been cleaned thoroughly
internally. Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil,
waterways, drains and sewers.

Section 14. Transport information

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Section 14. Transport information

UN IMDG IATA
UN number Not available. Not regulated. Not regulated.

UN proper Not available. Not available. Not available.

shipping name
Transport hazard Not available. Not available. Not available.
class(es)

Packing group - - -
Environmental No. No. No.
hazards
Additional - - -
information

Special precautions for user : Transport within user’s premises: always transport in closed containers that are
upright and secure. Ensure that persons transporting the product know what to do in
the event of an accident or spillage.

Transport in bulk according : Not available.

to Annex II of MARPOL and
the IBC Code

Section 15. Regulatory information

Toxic classification (TCVN : 4
3164-79)
International regulations
Chemical Weapon Convention List Schedules I, II & III Chemicals
Not listed.

Montreal Protocol (Annexes A, B, C, E)

Not listed.

Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants

Not listed.

Rotterdam Convention on Prior Inform Consent (PIC)

Not listed.

UNECE Aarhus Protocol on POPs and Heavy Metals

Not listed.

International lists
National inventory
Australia : All components are listed or exempted.
Canada : All components are listed or exempted.
China : All components are listed or exempted.
Europe : Not determined.
Japan : Japan inventory (ENCS): At least one component is not listed.
Japan inventory (ISHL): Not determined.
Malaysia : Not determined.
New Zealand : Not determined.
Philippines : At least one component is not listed.
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Section 15. Regulatory information

Republic of Korea : All components are listed or exempted.
Taiwan : Not determined.
Turkey : Not determined.
United States : All components are listed or exempted.

Section 16. Other information

History
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revision
Date of previous issue : 9/23/2022
Version : 2.03
Key to abbreviations : ATE = Acute Toxicity Estimate
BCF = Bioconcentration Factor
GHS = Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals
IATA = International Air Transport Association
IBC = Intermediate Bulk Container
IMDG = International Maritime Dangerous Goods
LogPow = logarithm of the octanol/water partition coefficient
MARPOL = International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution From Ships,
1973 as modified by the Protocol of 1978. ("Marpol" = marine pollution)
UN = United Nations
Procedure used to derive the classification
Classification Justification
FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS - Category 4 On basis of test data
AQUATIC TOXICITY (ACUTE) - Category 3 Calculation method
References : Not available.
Indicates information that has changed from previously issued version.
Notice to reader
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above-
named supplier, nor any of its subsidiaries, assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or
completeness of the information contained herein.
Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may
present unknown hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein,
we cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist.

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