MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

In compliance with EC Directive 2001/58/EC

1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY

Product Name: CARBON REMOVER

Product Code #: 832507 (25 lt)

Product Uses: Industrial applications; Cleaning agent for machinery and equipment.

Date last modified: 16 August 2011

Company:
Marichem Marigases Hellas SA
Sfaktirias 64,
185 45 Piraeus,
Greece
Tel. No.: ++30 210 4148800
Fax No.: ++30 210 4133985
e-mail: mail@marichem-marigases.com
http://www.marichem-marigases.com

Emergency Information:
Inside U.S. and Canada: (800)-424-9300 (CHEMTREC)
Outside U.S. and Canada: 1-703-527-3887 (CHEMTREC)
National Emergency Centre (Greece): ++30 210 7793777

2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

The preparation is classified as dangerous according to Directive 1999/45/EC and its amendments.
Toxic in contact with skin and if swallowed. Causes burns. Limited evidence of a carcinogenic
effect. Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed. Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause
long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.

Orange colour liquid with chlorinated solvent odour.

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 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Chemical Composition:

Ingredients CAS Number Proportion Classification

Dichloromethane 75-09-2 30%-70% Χn; R40
Phenol 108-95-2 5%-20% T; R24/25, R68
Decyl Alcohol EINECS Polymer 1%-10% Xi; R41
Ethoxylate (5 moles exemption
EO’s)
Solvent Naphtha 64742-95-6 10%-30% Xn, N; R10, R37, R65,
(petroleum), Light R66, R67
Aromatic
Ingredients that do not
contribute to the
classification of the - 5%-30% -
product (not classified)

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See section 16 for the full text of the classifications and the R-phrases declared above.

Occupational Exposure Limits, if available, are listed in section 8.

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

SYMPTOMS AND EFFECTS

Irritation of the respiratory tract, abdominal pain, difficulty in breathing, salivation. Skin contact may
cause severe irritation and chemical burns.

INHALATION
Move the exposed person to fresh air at once. If breathing has stopped perform artificial respiration.
Do not give anything to an unconscious person. Keep the affected person warm and at rest. Get
medical attention as soon as possible.

SKIN
Do not delay. Immediately flush the contaminated skin with soap and water. If the product
penetrated to cloth immediately remove the clothing and flush the skin with water, and at the same
time rub skin with PEG/meths swab. Get medical attention immediately.

EYES
Do not delay. Immediately wash the eyes with large amount of water, occasionally lifting the lower
and upper lids. Get medical attention immediately. Contact lenses should not be worn when working
with this chemical.

INGESTION
Do not delay. Get medical attention immediately. Do not induce vomiting. Give nothing by mouth.

ADVICE TO PHYSICIANS
In cases of ingestion, consider gastric lavage. Gastric lavage must only be undertaken after cuffed
endothraceal intubation in view of the risk of aspiration.

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5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES

EXTINGUISH MEDIA
In case of fire use alcohol resistant foam, powder, water spray and carbon monoxide.

UNSUITABLE EXTINGUISH MEDIA

Water in a jet.

FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES

Fire fighters should wear self contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing. Keep
unnecessary people away, isolate hazard area and deny entry. Dike area to prevent run off and
contamination of water sources. Persons who have been exposed to contaminated smoke should be
immediately examined by a physician and checked for symptoms of poisoning.

UNUSUAL FIRE HAZARDS

Upon heating toxic fumes are formed. Dichloromethane may react with oxidants causing fire and
explosion hazard.

HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS

Possible the formation of Hydrogen Chloride, Phosgene, Chlorine and toxic Carbon Monoxide when
combustion takes place in lack of oxygen.

PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Full protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus must be worn.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Do not breathe vapour. Take off immediately all
contaminated clothing. Ventilate contaminated area thoroughly. Evacuate the area where
concentrated fumes are present. Shut off leaks, if possible without personal risk. Clean up personnel
must wear proper protective equipment (see section 5 and 8)
ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS
Avoid contamination of ground and surface waters. Do not flush to sewer. All spills or leaks of this
material must be handled and disposed. Prevent from spreading or entering into drains, ditches or
rivers by using sand, earth or appropriate barriers.

METHODS FOR CLEANING UP

Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers. Absorb spills in sand or other inert absorbent and
remove to a safe place. Take care of personal protection. See section 13 for disposal.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

HANDLING
Avoid contact with eye, skin or clothing. Avoid breathing vapors. Do not taste or swallow. Do not
eat, drink or smoke in work area. Any clothing or shoes which become contaminated should be
removed immediately and thoroughly laundered before wearing again.

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STORAGE
Store the material in labeled sealed containers in a cool, dry and well ventilated area, separated from
strong oxidants, metals, food and feedstuff.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

EXPOSURE LIMITS
Name of Substance: Dichloromethane

OSHA Permissible Exposure Level (PEL): 8 hour time-weighted average 500 ppm

ACGIH Threshold Limit Value (TLV) - 2002: TWA = 50 ppm

TWA = 174 mg/m3

IARC International Agency for Research on Cancer: Animal sufficient evidence.

Name of Substance: Phenol

Occupational Exposure Limits

Material Source Type ppm mg/m3 Notation

Phenol EH40 MEL TWA 2 ppm
EH40 MEL SKIN_DES Can be absorbed through the
skin

Name of Substance: Decyl Alcohol Ethoxylate (5 moles EO’s)

No exposure limits have been established.

Name of Substance: Solvent Naphtha (petroleum), Light Aromatic

In the absence of occupational exposure standards for this product, it is recommended that the
following are adopted:

Material Source Type ppm mg/m3 Notation

Rubber ACGIH TWA 400 ppm
solvent
OSHA Z1 PEL 100 ppm 400 mg/m3
OSHA Z1A TWA 100 ppm 400 mg/m3
1,2,4- ACGIH TWA 25 ppm
Trimethyl
benzene
OSHA Z1A TWA 25 ppm 125 mg/m3
1,3,5- ACGIH TWA 25 ppm
Trimethyl
benzene
OSHA Z1A TWA 25 ppm 125 mg/m3
Cumene ACGIH TWA 50 ppm
OSHA Z1 PEL 50 ppm 245 mg/m3
OSHA Z1 SKIN Can be absorbed through
the skin
OSHA Z1A TWA 50 ppm 245 mg/m3
OSHA Z1A SKIN_FINA Can be absorbed through
L the skin
1,2,3- ACGIH TWA 25 ppm
Trimethyl
benzene
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 OSHA Z1A TWA 25 ppm 125 mg/m3
Xylene, ACGIH TWA 100 ppm
Mixed
Isomers
ACGIH STEL 150 ppm
OSHA Z1 PEL 100 ppm 435 mg/m3
OSHA Z1A TWA 100 ppm 435 mg/m3
OSHA Z1A STEL 150 ppm 655 mg/m3

PERSONAL PROTECTION

Eye and face protection: Wear safety glasses. Contact lenses should not be worn. Chemical
goggles and face shield should be worn where splashing is a
possibility.

Skin protection: Wear solvent resistant gloves such as Viton, polyvinyl alcohol or
equivalent and solvent resistant boots, safety shower and eyewash
station should be available.

Respiratory protection: Wear a self contained breathing apparatus or air line respirator, with
full face piece. This is required for vapour concentrations and for
spills.

ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURE CONTROLS

Respect local/federal and national regulations for aqueous emissions (see section 15).

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance: Liquid

Color: Orange to Yellow

Odor: Chlorinated solvent odor

Initial Boiling Point: Not Available

Final Boiling Point: Not Available

Flash Point: Not Applicable

Autoignition Temperature: Not Available

Lower Explosion Limit (vol %): Not Available

Upper Explosion Limit (vol %): Not Available

Vapour Pressure: <350mmHg at 20oC

Relative vapor density (air=1): Not Available

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Specific Gravity (gr/cm3): 1.20 at 15oC

Viscosity: Not Available

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

STABILITY
Product is stable under normal use conditions.

CONDITIONS TO BE AVOIDED
Avoid heating or burning material, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. Decomposes on
heating producing toxic and corrosive fumes (see section 2). Avoid direct sunlight and moisture.

MATERIALS TO BE AVOIDED
Avoid non iron metals as aluminum, magnesium, zinc, etc., strong bases (sodium or potassium
hydroxide), oxidizing agents, copper/copper alloys and salts of metals.

HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS

Hydrogen Chloride, Phosgene, Chlorine and toxic Carbon Monoxide.

OTHER INFORMATION
Plastic materials may deteriorate on contact with the product.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

TOXICOLOGICAL DATA

EXPOSURE LIMITS

Name of Substance: Dichloromethane

Acute Toxicity
Oral route, LD50, rat, 1410 – 2524 mg/kg
Dermal route, LD50, rat, > 2.000 mg/kg
Inhalation, LC50, 6 h, rat, 15.000 ppm

Irritation
Rabbit, irritant (skin)
Rabbit, irritant (eyes)

Sensitization
No data

Chronic Toxicity
Inhalation, after repeated exposure, various species, Target organ: liver/kidney/lungs/central nervous
system, >= 1.000 ppm.
Mutagenic effect in vitro but not in vivo.
Not effect on reproduction.
Oral route, after repeated exposure, Target organ: liver/lungs, carcinogenic effect.
Inhalation, after a single exposure, cardiac sensitization following adrenergic stimulation,

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Remark: High dose.

Comments
Irritant effect for skin and eyes.
Risk of anaesthetic effect and cardiac sensitization.
Carcinogenic effect not applicable to human.
Risk of effect on the kidney, the liver and the lung.
Risk of the central nervous system effect.
The compound is metabolised into carbon monoxide in various animal species and men leading to
methemglobinemia.

HEALTH EFFECTS

Main effects
Irritating to mucous membrane, eyes and skin.
Risk of central nervous system effects.
Risk of liver and kidney effects.
The consumption of alcoholic beverages potentates toxic effects.
Odor/odor threshold: abut 300 ppm.

Inhalation
Slight nose irritation.
At high concentrations, feelings of intoxication, restlessness, dizziness, nausea, vomiting,
drowsiness.
At high concentrations, risk of narcosis.
At high concentrations, risk of chemical pneumonitis, pulmonary oedema.
In case of repeated or prolonged exposure: headaches, fatigue and risk of nervous system effects.

Eyes contact
Severe eye irritation, watering and redness.
Risk of temporary eye lesions.

Skin contact
The product can be absorbed by intact skin.
Irritation.
In case of prolonged contact: risk of burns.
In case of repeated contact: dry and chapped skin, risk of chronic dermatitis.

Ingestion
Breath smells of chloroform.
Severe irritation of the mouth, throat, oesophagus and stomach.
Nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps and diarrhoea.
Feelings of intoxication, restlessness, dizziness, and drowsiness.
Risk of loss of consciousness.
Risk of chemical pneumonitis from product inhalation.
Risk liver and kidney alterations.
Risk of general symptoms.

Name of Substance: Phenol

Basis for Assessment: Information given is based on product testing as written in Shell Chemicals
MSDS of the product.
Acute toxicity Oral: Moderately toxic, 200<LD50<=2000 mg/kg, Rat. Classified as toxic.
Acute toxicity Dermal: Moderately toxic, 400<LD50<=2000 mg/kg, Rat. Classified as toxic.
Acute toxicity Inhalation: Low toxicity: LC 50 greater than near-saturated vapor concentration.
Rat.
Skin irritation: Causes burns. Contact with hot material can cause thermal burns which may result
in permanent skin damage and/or blindness.
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Eye irritation: Causes burns.
Respiratory Irritation: Inhalation of vapors or mists may cause irritation to the respiratory system.
Skin sensitisation: Not a skin sensitizer.
Repeated dose toxicity:
Liver: can cause liver damage.
Kidney: can cause kidney damage.
Respiratory system: caused breathing difficulty in animals.
Heart: can cause heart damage.
Mutagenicity: Mutagenic; Positive in “in vitro” and in “in vivo” assays.
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as a carcinogen.
Reproductive and Developmental toxicity: Causes severe foetotoxicity in animals at doses which
are maternally toxic. Does not impair fertility.
Additional Information: In human poisonings, heart and respiratory functions were impaired.

Name of Substance: Decyl Alcohol Ethoxylate (5 moles EO’s)

LD50 (oral, rat) : >2000 mg/kg

Name of Substance: Solvent Naphtha (petroleum), Light Aromatic

Basis for Assessment: Information given is based on product testing as written in Shell Chemicals
MSDS of the product.
Acute Oral Toxicity: Low toxicity: LD50>2000 mg/kg, Rat.
Aspiration into the lungs may cause chemical pneumonitis which can be fatal.
Acute Dermal Toxicity: Low toxicity: LD50>2000 mg/kg, Rat.
Acute Inhalation Toxicity: Low toxicity: LC50 greater than near-saturated vapor concentration/1
hour, Rat.
High concentrations may cause central nervous system depression resulting in headaches, dizziness
and nausea; continued inhalation may result in unconsciousness and/or death.
Skin Irritation: May cause moderate irritation to skin. Prolonged/repeated contact may cause
defatting of the skin which can lead to dermatitis.
Eye Irritation: Essentially non-irritating to eyes.
Respiratory Irritation: Repeated inhalation of vapors and mists is expected to cause irritation of the
respiratory tract.
Sensitisation: Not a skin sensitiser.
Repeated Dose Toxicity: Auditory system: prolonged and repeated exposures to high concentrations
have resulted in hearing loss in rats. Solvent abuse and noise interaction in the work environment
may cause hearing loss. Central nervous system: repeated exposure affects the nervous system.
Cardiovascular system: chronic abuse of similar materials has been associated with irregular heart
rhythms and cardiac arrest.
Reproductive and Developmental toxicity: Causes severe foetotoxicity in animals at doses which
are maternally toxic.

HEALTH EFFECTS

Inhalation: Inhalation of solution mist can cause severe burns and tissue damage at the
upper respiratory tract.

Skin contact: Contact with the solution can cause serious skin burns, shock, collapse,
and convulsion. IT MAY BE ABSORBED.

Eye contact: Liquid in the eyes can cause burns, eye destruction and blindness.

Ingestion: Ingestion of the product can cause severe burning, abdominal pain,
convulsions shock or collapse.

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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

ECOTOXICOLOGICAL DATA

Name of Substance: Dichloromethane

ECOTOXICITY

Acute Ecotoxicity
Fishes, various species, LC50 96 hours, from 135-502 mg/l
Fishes, Salmo galrdneri, LOEC, 96 hours, 5.5 mg/l – Conditions: fish embryos
Crustaceans, Daphnia magna, EC 50, 48 hours, from 135-2270 mg/l
Algae, various species, EC50, 96 hours, > 662 mg/l

Chronic Ecotoxicity
Fishes, Poecilia reticulate, LC50, 14 days, 295 mg/l
Fishes, Pimephales promelas, NOEC, equilibrium, 8 days, 357 mg/l

MOBILITY
Air, Henry’s law constant (H) from 200-400 Pa.m3/mol
Conditions: 200C
Water, evaporation, t ½ from 0.3 – 48 hour(s)
Conditions: experimental concentration: 1 ppm
Water, evaporation, t ½ from 33-38 day(s)
Conditions: experimental concentration: 1 ppb – 1 ppm
Soil/Sediments, log KOC = 1.68
Result: significant evaporation and percolation
Conditions: calculated value

PERSISTENCE AND DEGRADABILITY

Abiotic Degradation
Air, indirect photo-oxidation, t ½ = 6 months
Conditions: sensitizer: OH radicals
Water, hydrolysis, t ½ >1.5 years
Result: non-significant hydrolysis and photolysis
Soil
Result: non significant hydrolysis

Biotic degradation
Aerobic, test ready biodegradability/MIT1, degradation from 5-26% (BOD), 28 days
Result: non-readily biodegradable
Aerobic, test intrinsic biodegradability, degradation = 100%, 28 days
Result: intrinsically biodegradable
Conditions; adapted culture
Anaerobic, t ½ = 11 days
Conditions: biological treatment sludge

BIOACCUMULATIVE POTENTIAL
Bioconcentration: Fishes, Cyprinus carpio, BCF from 6.4-40, 42 days
Conditions: test concentration: 0.025 ppm
Bioconcentration: log Po/w from 1.25-1.3
Conditions: measured value
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OTHER ADVERSE EFFECTS
Study in progress

COMMENTS
Product is not significantly hazardous for the environment as:
- low toxicity for aquatic organisms
- low bioaccumulation potential
- considerable volatility
- weak persistence (global half-life: ca. 6 months)

Name of Substance: Phenol

Acute Toxicity

Fish : Toxic: 1< LC/EC/IC50 <= 10 mg/l

Aquatic Invertebrates : Toxic: 1< LC/EC/IC50 <= 10 mg/l
Algae : Expected to be harmful: 10< LC/EC/IC50 <= 100 mg/l

Mobility
Dissolves in water.

Persistence/Degradability
Readily biodegradable meeting the 10 day window criterion. Oxidises rapidly by photo-chemical
reactions in air.

Bioaccumulation
Does not bioaccumulate significantly.

Name of Substance: Decyl Alcohol Ethoxylate (5 moles EO’s)

LC50 fish: 10-100 mg/lt 96 hours
EC50 algae: 10-100 mg/lt 72 hours
EC50 daphnia 10-100 mg/lt 48 hours

Degradation: Readily biodegradable. >60% BOD, 28 days, Closed Bottle Test (OECD 301D).

Name of Substance: Solvent Naphtha (petroleum), Light Aromatic

Acute Toxicity
Fish: Toxic: 1 < LC/EC/IC50 <= 10 mg/l
Aquatic Invertebrates: Toxic: 1 < LC/EC/IC50 <= 10 mg/l
Algae: Toxic: 1 < LC/EC/IC50 <= 10 mg/l

Mobility: Adsorbs to soil and has low mobility. Floats on water.

Persistence/degradability: Expected to be readily biodegradable. Oxidises rapidly by photo-

chemical reactions in air.

Bioaccumulation: Has the potential to bioaccumulate.

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Refer to Section 7 before handling the products or containers.

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DISPOSAL METHODS
All disposals of this material must be done in accordance with local, state and federal regulations.
Waste characterization and compliance with disposal regulations are the responsibilities of the waste
generator.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Proper shipping name: Toxic Liquid, Organic N.O.S.

(Dichloromethane, Phenol)

LAND TRANSPORT

UN number: 2810 RID-class: 6.1

ADR class: 6.1

SEA TRANSPORT

UN number: 2810 EmS: F-A, S-A

IMDG class: 6.1
IMDG packing group: II

AIR TRANSPORT

UN number: 2810
IATA/ICAO class: 6.1 Packing group: II

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

LABELING ACCORDING TO EC DIRECTIVES

Symbol: T, Toxic

Toxic (T)

Risk Phrases

R-phrases: R24/25: Toxic in contact with skin and if swallowed.

R34: Causes burns.
R40: Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.
R65: Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed.
R52/53: Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse
effects in the aquatic environment.

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Safety Phrases

S-phrases: S2: Keep out of the reach of children.

S23: Do not breathe gas/vapor.
S24/25: Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
S26: In case of contact with eyes rinse immediately with plenty
of water and seek medical advice.
S28: After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of
water.
S36/37/39: Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
S51: Use only in well-ventilated areas.
S62: If swallowed do not induce vomiting, seek medical attention
immediately and show this container or label.

16. OTHER INFORMATION

Full text of R-phrases referred in Section 3

R10: Flammable.
R24/25: Toxic in contact with skin and if swallowed.
R37: Irritating to respiratory system.
R40: Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.
R41: Risk of serious damage to eyes.
R65: Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed.
R66: Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.
R67: Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.
R68: Possible risks of irreversible effects.

Full text of classifications referred in Section 3

Xn – Harmful.
N – Dangerous for the Environment.
T – Toxic.

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