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SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1 Product identifier

Trade name : ABEX 2005

1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Uses of the Substance / Mixture : Specific use(s): Emulsifier, (For further information, refer to the product
technical datasheet)

1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Company : Solvay USA Inc.,
NOVECARE
8 Cedar Brook Drive
Cranbury, NJ, 08512-7500, US
Telephone number: 800-973-7873

1.4 Emergency telephone

FOR EMERGENCIES INVOLVING A SPILL, LEAK, FIRE, EXPOSURE OR ACCIDENT CONTACT: CHEMTREC 800-424-9300 within
the United States and Canada, or 703-527-3887 for international collect calls.

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Although OSHA has not adopted the environmental portion of the GHS regulations, this document may include information on
environmental effects.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

HCS 2012 (29 CFR 1910.1200)

Skin irritation, Category 2 H315: Causes skin irritation.
Eye irritation, Category 2A H319: Causes serious eye irritation.

2.2 Label elements

HCS 2012 (29 CFR 1910.1200)

Pictogram :

Signal Word : Warning

Hazard Statements:
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.

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Precautionary Statements:

Prevention
P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
P280 Wear eye protection/ face protection.
P280 Wear protective gloves.

Response
P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove
contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention.
P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention.
P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.

2.3 Other hazards which do not result in classification

H401: Toxic to aquatic life.

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1 Substance
Not applicable, this product is a mixture.

3.2 Mixture
Chemical nature : Aqueous solution of a sodium salt of an aliphatic sulfonate and an alcohol
ethoxylate

Hazardous Ingredients and Impurities

Identification number
Chemical Name Concentration [%]
CAS-No.
Anionic Surfactant 68439-57-6 10 - 30

Nonionic Surfactant 78330-21-9 1-5

The specific chemical identity and/or exact percentage (concentration) of composition has been withheld as a trade secret.

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SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1 Description of first-aid measures

General advice : Show this material safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
First responder needs to protect himself.
Place affected apparel in a sealed bag for subsequent decontamination.

If inhaled : Negligible or unlikely exposure pathways

Move to fresh air in case of accidental inhalation of vapors.

Consult a physician if necessary.

Skin contact : In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Seek medical advice.
Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.

Eye contact : Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15
minutes.

Seek medical advice.

Ingestion : Do not induce vomiting without medical advice.

If victim is conscious:
Rinse mouth with water.
Keep at rest.
Do not give anything to drink.
Do not leave the victim unattended.
Vomiting may occur spontaneously
Risk of product entering the lungs on vomiting after ingestion.
Lay victim on side.
Seek medical advice.

4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Risks : Skin contact may aggravate existing skin disease
Inhalation of product may aggravate existing chronic respiratory problems
such as asthma, emphysema or bronchitis

4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Notes to physician : Treat symptomatically.
There is no specific antidote available.

All treatments should be based on observed signs and symptoms of distress

in the patient. Consideration should be given to the possibility that
overexposure to materials other than this product may have occurred.

SECTION 5: Firefighting measures

Flash point : > 200 °F (> 93 °C)

Seta closed cup

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Flammability class: Will burn

Autoignition temperature : no data available

Flammability / Explosive limit : no data available

5.1 Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media : Water spray
Foam
Carbon dioxide (CO2)
Multipurpose powders

Unsuitable extinguishing media : High volume water jet

(frothing possible)

5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Specific hazards during fire fighting : Under fire conditions:
Will burn
(following evaporation of water)
Corrosive or suffocating vapors are released.
Container may rupture on heating.
On combustion or on thermal decomposition (pyrolysis), releases:
Carbon oxides
Sulfur oxides

5.3 Advice for firefighters

Special protective equipment for fire-fighters : Firefighters should wear NIOSH/MSHA approved self-contained breathing
apparatus and full protective clothing.

Specific fire fighting methods : Do not use a solid water stream as it may scatter and spread fire.

Further information : Standard procedure for chemical fires.

Collect contaminated fire extinguishing water separately. This must not be
discharged into drains.
Fire residues and contaminated fire extinguishing water must be disposed of
in accordance with local regulations.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Personal precautions, protective equipment : Wear suitable protective equipment.
and emergency procedures For further information refer to section 8 "Exposure controls / personal
protection."

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6.2 Environmental precautions

Environmental precautions : Stop the leak. Turn leaking containers leak-side up to prevent the escape of
liquid.
Contain the spilled material by diking.
Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system.
Take all necessary measures to avoid accidental discharge of products into
drains and waterways due to the rupture of containers or transfer systems.
Spills may be reportable to the National Response Center (800-424-8802) and
to state and/or local agencies

6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up

: Stop leak if safe to do so.

Recovery : Contain spillage, soak up with non-combustible absorbent material, (e.g.

sand, earth, diatomaceous earth, vermiculite) and transfer to a container for
disposal according to local / national regulations (see section 13).

: Shovel or sweep up.

Never return spills in original containers for re-use.

: Keep in properly labeled containers.

Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.

Decontamination / cleaning : Wash nonrecoverable remainder with large amounts of water.

Clean contaminated surface thoroughly.
Recover the cleaning water for subsequent disposal.

: Decontaminate tools, equipment and personal protective equipment in a

segregated area.

Disposal : Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.

Additional advice : Material can create slippery conditions.

6.4 Reference to other sections

Reference to other sections : 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

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SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling

Technical measures : Ethylene oxide may collect in container head space.
Provide adequate ventilation.

Advice on safe handling and usage : Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.

Avoid inhalation of vapor or mist.

Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Freezing will affect the physical condition but will not damage the material.
Thaw and mix before using.
Avoid localized overheating.
Vent drums while heating
Mix thoroughly before use.

Hygiene measures : Personal hygiene is an important work practice exposure control measure and
the following general measures should be taken when working with or
handling this materials:
1) Do not store, use, and/or consume foods, beverages, tobacco products, or
cosmetics in areas where this material is stored.
2) Wash hands and face carefully before eating, drinking, using tobacco,
applying cosmetics, or using the toilet.
3) Wash exposed skin promptly to remove accidental splashes or contact with
material.

The user is responsible for monitoring the working environment in accordance

with local laws and regulations.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Technical Measures for storage : Take all necessary measures to avoid accidental discharge of products into
drains and waterways due to the rupture of containers or transfer systems.

Storage conditions
Recommended : Stable under normal conditions.
Keep in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place.
Keep container tightly closed.

To be avoided : Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition.
Keep away from incompatible materials to be indicated by the manufacturer

Do not freeze.

Incompatible products : Hazardous reactions may occur on contact with certain chemicals. (Refer to
the list of incompatible materials section 10: "Stability-Reactivity").

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Packaging Measures
Packaging Measures : Plastic drum

Packaging materials―Recommended : Plastic materials.

Storage stability
Storage temperature : 70 - 122 °F (21 - 50 °C)

7.3 Specific end use(s)

no data available

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

Introductory Remarks:
These recommendations provide general guidance for handling this product. Because specific work environments and material handling
practices vary, safety procedures should be developed for each intended application. While developing safe handling procedures, do
not overlook the need to clean equipment and piping systems for maintenance and repairs. Waste resulting from these procedures
should be handled in accordance with Section 13: Disposal Considerations.

Assistance with selection, use and maintenance of worker protection equipment is generally available from equipment manufacturers.

8.1 Control parameters

Contains no substances with occupational exposure limit values.

8.2 Exposure controls

Control measures
Engineering measures : Where engineering controls are indicated by use conditions or a potential for
excessive exposure exists, the following traditional exposure control
techniques may be used to effectively minimize employee exposures :

Effective exhaust ventilation system

Extract at emission point.

Personal protective equipment

Respiratory protection : When respirators are required, select NIOSH/MSHA approved equipment
based on actual or potential airborne concentrations and in accordance with
the appropriate regulatory standards and/or industrial recommendations.

Hand protection : Recommended preventive skin protection

Gloves

Where there is a risk of contact with hands, use appropriate gloves

Please observe the instructions regarding permeability and breakthrough time
which are provided by the supplier of the gloves. Also take into consideration
the specific local conditions under which the product is used, such as the
danger of cuts, abrasion, and the contact time.
Gloves must be inspected prior to use.
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degradation or chemical breakthrough.

Please observe the instructions regarding permeability and breakthrough time

which are provided by the supplier of the gloves. Also take into consideration
the specific local conditions under which the product is used, such as the
danger of cuts, abrasion, and the contact time.

Eye protection : Eye and face protection requirements will vary dependent upon work
environment conditions and material handling practices. Appropriate ANSI
Z87 approved equipment should be selected for the particular use intended
for this material.

Eye contact should be prevented through the use of:

Safety glasses with side-shields

Safety glasses with side-shields

Skin and body protection : Recommended preventive skin protection

Footwear protecting against chemicals
impervious clothing

Full protective suit

Choose body protection according to the amount and concentration of the
dangerous substance at the work place.

Hygiene measures : Personal hygiene is an important work practice exposure control measure and
the following general measures should be taken when working with or
handling this materials:
1) Do not store, use, and/or consume foods, beverages, tobacco products, or
cosmetics in areas where this material is stored.
2) Wash hands and face carefully before eating, drinking, using tobacco,
applying cosmetics, or using the toilet.
3) Wash exposed skin promptly to remove accidental splashes or contact with
material.

The user is responsible for monitoring the working environment in accordance

with local laws and regulations.

Protective measures : The protective equipment must be selected in accordance with current local
standards and in cooperation with the supplier of the protective equipment.

Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation
location.

Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation
location.
Emergency equipment immediately accessible, with instructions for use.
Selection of appropriate personal protective equipment should be based on
an evaluation of the performance characteristics of the protective equipment
relative to the task(s) to be performed, conditions present, duration of use,
and the potential hazards, and/or risks that may occur during use.

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The protective equipment must be selected in accordance with current local

standards and in cooperation with the supplier of the protective equipment.
Selection of appropriate personal protective equipment should be based on
an evaluation of the performance characteristics of the protective equipment
relative to the task(s) to be performed, conditions present, duration of use,
and the potential hazards, and/or risks that may occur during use.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

Physical and Chemical properties here represent typical properties of this product. Contact the business area using the Product
information phone number in Section 1 for its exact specifications.

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Appearance : Physical state: liquid
Color: slightly yellow

Odor : slight

Odor Threshold : no data available

pH : 7.5 - 9.0 ( 100 % (m/v))

Freezing point : ca. 41 °F (5 °C)

Boiling point/boiling range : ca. > 212 °F (> 100 °C)

Flash point : > 200 °F (> 93 °C) Seta closed cup

Flammability class: Will burn

Evaporation rate (Butylacetate = 1) : no data available

Flammability (solid, gas) : no data available

Flammability (liquids) : no data available

Flammability / Explosive limit : no data available

Autoignition temperature : no data available

Vapor pressure : < 23 mmHg (< 30.66 hPa) ( 77 °F (25 °C))

Vapor density : no data available

Density : 1.04 g/cm3 ( 77 °F (25 °C))

Solubility : Water solubility :

soluble

Solubility in other solvents:

organic polar solvents : soluble

Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water : no data available

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Thermal decomposition : > 185 °F (> 85 °C)

Viscosity : Viscosity, dynamic : < 300 mPa.s ( 77 °F (25 °C))

Explosive properties : no data available

Oxidizing properties : no data available

9.2 Other information

Volatiles by Volume : 70 %

Non Volatiles by Weight : 30 %

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity
no data available

10.2 Chemical stability

Chemical stability : Stable under recommended storage conditions.

10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions

Polymerization : Hazardous polymerization does not occur.

10.4 Conditions to avoid

Conditions to avoid : Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.
Keep away from flames and sparks.

Decomposes on heating.
> 85 °C

10.5 Incompatible materials

Materials to avoid : Strong acids
Strong oxidizing agents

10.6 Hazardous decomposition products

Decomposition products : On combustion or on thermal decomposition (pyrolysis), releases:
(Carbon oxides (CO + CO2)).

Sulfur oxides

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SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1 Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity

Acute oral toxicity : According to the data on the components

Not classified as harmful if swallowed
According to the classification criteria for mixtures.

Acute inhalation toxicity : no data available

Acute dermal toxicity : According to the data on the components

Not classified as harmful by contact with skin
According to the classification criteria for mixtures.

Acute toxicity (other routes of administration) : no data available

Skin corrosion/irritation
Skin irritation : According to the data on the components
Irritating to skin.
According to the classification criteria for mixtures.

Serious eye damage/eye irritation

Eye irritation : Irritating to eyes.
According to the data on the components
Unpublished reports

Respiratory or skin sensitization

Sensitization : According to the data on the components
Not classified as sensitizing by skin contact
Unpublished reports

Mutagenicity
Genotoxicity in vitro : No information available.

Genotoxicity in vivo : According to the data on the components

Product is not considered to be genotoxic
Unpublished reports
Published data

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Carcinogenicity
Carcinogenicity
Anionic Surfactant : Rat
Oral exposure
No carcinogenic effects have been observed
Information given is based on data obtained from similar substances.
Unpublished reports

Rat
Dermal exposure
No carcinogenic effects have been observed
Information given is based on data obtained from similar substances.
Unpublished reports

Mouse
Oral exposure
No carcinogenic effects have been observed
Information given is based on data obtained from similar substances.
Unpublished reports

Mouse
Dermal exposure
No carcinogenic effects have been observed
Information given is based on data obtained from similar substances.
Unpublished reports

This product does not contain any ingredient designated as probable or suspected human carcinogens by:
NTP
IARC
OSHA
ACGIH

Toxicity for reproduction and development

Toxicity to reproduction / fertility : no data available

Developmental Toxicity/Teratogenicity : According to the data on the components

The product is not considered to be toxic for development.
The product is not considered to be teratogenic.
According to the classification criteria for mixtures.

STOT
STOT-single exposure : Toxicology Assessment:
The substance or mixture is not classified as specific target organ toxicant,
single exposure.
According to the classification criteria for mixtures.

STOT-repeated exposure : Toxicology Assessment:

The substance or mixture is not classified as specific target organ toxicant,
repeated exposure.
According to the classification criteria for mixtures.

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Aspiration toxicity
Aspiration toxicity : no data available

SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1 Toxicity

Ecotoxicity assessment
Acute aquatic toxicity : According to the data on the components
Toxic to aquatic life.
According to the classification criteria for mixtures.

12.2 Persistence and degradability

Biodegradability
Biodegradability
Anionic Surfactant : Ultimate aerobic biodegradability
Readily biodegradable.
Published data

Nonionic Surfactant : The substance fulfills the criteria for ultimate aerobic biodegradability and
ready biodegradability
category approach

Stability
Stability in water
Nonionic Surfactant : no data available

12.3 Bioaccumulative potential

Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water : Not applicable, Surface-Active.

Bioconcentration factor (BCF) : Not bioaccumulable.

Published data

12.4 Mobility in soil

Known distribution to environmental : Ultimate destination of the product: Water
compartments

12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

Results of PBT and vPvB assessment : This substance/mixture contains no components considered to be either
persistent, bioaccumulative and toxic (PBT), or very persistent and very
bioaccumulative (vPvB) at levels of 0.1% or higher.

12.6 Other adverse effects

no data available

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SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1 Waste treatment methods

Product Disposal
Advice on Disposal : Chemical additions, processing or otherwise altering this material may make
the waste management information presented in this MSDS incomplete,
inaccurate or otherwise inappropriate. Please be advised that state and local
requirements for waste disposal may be more restrictive or otherwise different
from federal laws and regulations. Consult state and local regulations
regarding the proper disposal of this material.

Waste Code : EPA:

Hazardous Waste – NO

Advice on cleaning and disposal of packaging

Advice : Rinse with an appropriate solvent.

Other data : Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.

SECTION 14: Transport information

DOT
not regulated

TDG
not regulated

IMDG
not regulated

IATA
not regulated

Note: The above regulatory prescriptions are those valid on the date of publication of this sheet. Given the possible evolution of
transportation regulations for hazardous materials, it would be advisable to check their validity with your sales office.

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SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1 Notification status

United States TSCA Inventory : y (positive listing)
On TSCA Inventory

Canadian Domestic Substances List (DSL) : y (positive listing)

All components of this product are on the
Canadian DSL.

Australia Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS) : y (positive listing)

On the inventory, or in compliance with the
inventory

Japan. CSCL - Inventory of Existing and New Chemical Substances : y (positive listing)
On the inventory, or in compliance with the
inventory

Korea. Korean Existing Chemicals Inventory (KECI) : y (positive listing)

On the inventory, or in compliance with the
inventory

China. Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances in China (IECSC) : y (positive listing)

On the inventory, or in compliance with the
inventory

15.2 Federal Regulations

SARA 311/312 Hazards

Fire Hazard no
Reactivity Hazard no
Sudden Release of Pressure Hazard no
Acute Health Hazard yes
Chronic Health Hazard no

SARA 313 : This material does not contain any chemical components with known CAS
numbers that exceed the threshold (De Minimis) reporting levels established
by SARA Title III, Section 313.

SARA 302 : No chemicals in this material are subject to the reporting requirements of
SARA Title III, Section 302.

EPCRA - Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know

CERCLA Reportable Quantity

Ingredients CAS-No. Reportable quantity
Formaldehyde 50-00-0 100 lb

SARA 304 Reportable Quantity

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Ingredients CAS-No. Reportable quantity

Formaldehyde 50-00-0 100 lb

SARA 302 Reportable Quantity

Ingredients CAS-No. Reportable quantity
Formaldehyde 50-00-0 100 lb

15.3 State Regulations

California Prop 65 : WARNING! This product contains a chemical known in the State of California
to cause cancer.
Formaldehyde
1,4-Dioxane
Acetaldehyde
Ethylene Oxide

WARNING: This product contains a chemical known in the State of California

to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Ethylene Oxide

No Significant Risk Levels (NSRLs) have been established for the following:
Formaldehyde
Value : 40 micrograms per day

1,4-Dioxane
Value : 30 micrograms per day

Acetaldehyde
Value : 90 micrograms per day Form of exposure : Inhalation

Ethylene Oxide
Value : 2 micrograms per day

SECTION 16: Other information

NFPA-Classification
Health : 2 moderate
Flammability : 1 slight
Instability or Reactivity : 0 minimal

HMIS-Classification
Health : 2 moderate
Flammability : 1 slight
Reactivity : 0 minimal

Further information
Date Prepared : 09/16/2014
Further information : Product classified under the US GHS format.

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Key or legend to abbreviations and acronyms used in the safety data sheet

ACGIH : American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists

OSHA : Occupational Safety and Health Administration
WHMIS : Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
NTP : National Toxicology Program
IARC : International Agency for Research on Cancer
SAEL : Solvay Acceptable Exposure Limit
NIOSH : National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
NFPA : National Fire Protection Association
HMIS : Hazardous Materials Identification System (Paint & Coating)

The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information, and belief at the date of its
publication. Such information is only given as a guidance to help the user handle, use, process, store, transport, dispose, and release
the product in satisfactory safety conditions and is not to be considered as a warranty or quality specification. It should be used in
conjunction with technical sheets but do not replace them. Thus, the information only relates to the designated specific product and may
not be applicable if such product is used in combination with other materials or in another manufacturing process, unless otherwise
specifically indicated. It does not release the user from ensuring he is in conformity with all regulations linked to its activity.

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