UNITOR HIGH EXPANSION FOAM CONCENTRATE 2 PCT
SAFETY DATA SHEET
1 Identification of the substance or preparation and of the company/undertaking
1.1 Product identifier
Product Name:
Datasheet Number: 711390-r 1. 0. 0
Product Part Number: 711390 (200 liter), 711808 (20 liter)
Head Office:: Wilhelmsen Ships Service AS
Address: Strandveien 20, N1324 Lysaker, Norway, Tel(+47) 67 58 45 50
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Fire fighting foam concentrate
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Name of Supplier: Wilhelmsen Ships Service AS
Address of Supplier: Willem Barentszstraat 50
3165AB Rotterdam
The Netherlands
Telephone: +31 10 4877 777
Fax: +31 10 4877 888
Responsible Person: Patrick Rijsdijk, Product HSE Manager, Tel.:+31 6 349 440 35
Email: patrick.rijsdijk@wilhelmsen.com
1.4 Emergency telephone number
**ONL TO BE USED IN CASE OF AN INCIDENT**
NCEC: +44 1865 407333, CHEMTREC (800) 424 9300
American Chemistry Council +1 703 527 3887,
Greece +30 210 7793777
Australia: +61 3 9630 0998
2 Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
- Regulations 1272/2008/EEC. Classification, labeling and packing of dangerous substances and
preparations
- Refer to current The Dangerous Substances Directive (67/548/EEC)
- Counsil Directive 1999/45/EEC Classification, packing and labelling of dangerous preparations.
2.2 Label elements
Harmful
- Contains:2-butoxyethanol - Lauryl alcohol - Myristyl alcohol - Alkyl ether sulphate - Alkyl sulphate
Risk Phrases
- Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed (R20/21/22)
- Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin (R36/37/38)
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2 Hazards identification (....)
Safety Phrases
- Avoid contact with skin and eyes (S24/25)
2.3 Other hazards
- Odour: Characteristic odour
- Appearance: Liquid, pale yellow
3 Composition/information on ingredients
3.1 Mixtures
Chemical Name Concentration CAS Number EC Number R/H Phrases* Symbols
2-butoxyethanol 15-20% 111-76-2 203-905-0 R22/21/22, 37 Xn
Lauryl alcohol <5% 112-53-8 203-982-0 R36/37/38 Xi
Myristyl alcohol <5% 112-72-1 204-000-3 - -
Alkyl ether sulphate <35% 66161-57-7 266-102-5 R36/38 Xi
Alkyl sulphate <35% 68585-47-7 271-557-7 R36/38 Xi
*See Section 16
4 First aid measures
4.1 Description of first aid measures
- IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with
water/shower.
- When in doubt or symptoms persist, seek medical attention
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- IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to
do. Continue rinsing.
- Seek medical advice
-
- IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
- Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person
- Give plenty of water to drink
- Obtain immediate medical attention
-
- IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for
breathing.
- Seek medical attention if irritation persists
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Vapours or aerosols may cause irritation of eyes, nose and respiratory tract
- May cause gastro-intestinal disturbances
- The ingestion of significant quantities may cause diarrhoea
4.3 Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
none
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5 Fire-fighting measures
5.1 Extinguishing media
- Not flammable. In case of fire use extinguishing media appropriate to surrounding conditions
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Smoke from fires is irritating
5.3 Advice for firefighters
- Prevent run off water from entering drains if possible
- Wear Breathing Apparatus
6 Accidental release measures
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
- Wear protective clothing as per section 8
6.2 Environmental Precautions
- Do not flush spilt material into any public water system
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Absorb spillage in suitable inert material
- Sweep or shovel-up spillage and remove to a safe place
- Ventilate the area and wash spill site after material pick-up is complete
6.4 Reference to other sections
- None
7 Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
- See Section 8
- Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
- Eyewash bottles should be available
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Protect from frost
- Store between -10 and 45 °C
7.3 Specific end use(s)
8 Exposure controls/personal protection
8.1 Control parameters
- 2-butoxyethanol
TLV (TWA) 50 mg/m3 ( )
8.2 Exposure controls
- No special precautions are required for this product
Occupational exposure controls
-
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8 Exposure controls/personal protection (....)
Wear suitable protective clothing, including eye/face protection and gloves (plastic or rubber are recommended)
Goggles Gloves Suit
9 Physical and chemical properties
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Odour: Characteristic odour
- Appearance: Liquid, pale yellow
- pH 7 - 8.5 at 100 % concentration
- Boiling point 65 °C to 100 °C at 760 mm /Hg
- Freezing point ~- 10 °C at 760 mm/Hg
- Completely soluble in water
- Specific gravity (water=1) 1.03
- Viscosity <30 cST @ 20 deg C, Viscosity <70 cST @ 0 deg C
9.2 Other information
- None
10 Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
- This article is considered stable under normal conditions
10.2 Chemical stability
- Considered stable under normal conditions
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
- No hazardous reactions known if used for its intended purpose
10.4 Conditions to avoid
- Avoid overheating
10.5 Incompatible materials
- None
10.6 Hazardous Decomposition Products
- No hazardous decomposition products known
11 Toxicological information
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
- No experimental data available
Inhalation
- Vapours or aerosols may cause irritation of eyes, nose and respiratory tract
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11 Toxicological information (....)
Contact with skin
- In cases of severe exposure, redness and irritation may develop
Contact with eyes
- May cause redness and irritation
Ingestion
- May cause gastro-intestinal disturbances
- The ingestion of significant quantities may cause diarrhoea
Carcinogenicity
- No evidence of carcinogenic effects
12 Ecological information
12.1 Toxicity
12.2 Persistence and degradability
- The components in this product are readily biodegradable.
12.3 Bioaccumulation Potential
- Bioaccumulation of the components in this product is insignificant.
12.4 Mobility in soil
- Completely soluble in water
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
12.6 Other Adverse Effects
- No environmental problems are expected when the product is used / handled correctly.
13 Disposal considerations
13.1 Waste treatment methods
- Disposal should be in accordance with local, state or national legislation
- Do not discharge into drains or the environment, dispose to an authorised waste collection point
Classification
- EU Waste class: -
14 Transport information
14.1 UN Number
- n/a
14.2 UN Proper Shipping Name
- n/a
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
- n/a
14.4 Packing group
- n/a
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14 Transport information (....)
14.5 Environmental hazards
- On available data, substance is not harmful to the environment
14.6 Special precautions for user
- Not classified as hazardous for transport
14.7 Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC code
- Not applicable
Other information
15 Regulatory information
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- This Safety Data Sheet has been prepared in accordance with article 31 and annex II in REACH and
Directive 453/2010/EU.
- Counsil Directive 1999/45/EEC Classification, packing and labelling of dangerous preparations.
- Refer to current The Dangerous Substances Directive (67/548/EEC)
- Regulations 1272/2008/EEC. Classification, labeling and packing of dangerous substances and
preparations
15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment
None
16 Other information
Text of R and S phrase codes used in this safety data sheet:- R36/37/38: Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and
skin; R36/38: Irritating to eyes and skin; R37: Irritating to respiratory system.
The information provided about the product on this Safety Data Sheet has been compiled from knowledge of the
individual constituents
The data given here is based on current knowledge and experience. This Safety Data Sheet describes the product in
terms of safety requirements and does not signify any warranty with regard to the product's properties
The data given here only applies when product used for proper application(s). The product is not sold as suitable for
other applications - usage in such may cause risks not mentioned in this sheet. Do not use for other application(s)
without seeking advice from manufacturer
OTHER CONTACT INFORMATION MAJOR CHEMICAL OFFICES
For addresses of other Wilhelmsen Ships Service offices, please refer to www.wilhelmsen.com/shipsservice
Wilhelmsen Ships Service Level 1, 39 Park Street South Melbourn, Vic 3205 Australian Tel:+61 3 9630 0900
Emergency 24hrs: +61 3 9630 0998
Wilhelmsen Ships Service INC 210 Edgewater Street US-10305 Staten Island New York United States Telephone
daytime: (+1) 718 815 1310 Fax: (+1) 718 233 3268
Wilhelmsen Ships Service INC 2200 W. Pacific Coast Highway US-90810 Long Beach California, United States
Tel (+1) 562 624 8888 Fax (+1) 562 624 1011
Wilhelmsen Ships Service INC 701 Ashland Ave. Ashland Center Two, Bay 12 US- 19032 Folcroft Pennsylvania
United States Tel (+1) 610 586 7801 Fax (+1) 215 701 0646
Wilhelmsen Ships Service INC. 9400 New Century Drive US-77507 Pasadena Texas United States Telephone
daytime: (+1) 281 867 2000 Fax: (+1) 281 867 2800
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16 Other information (....)
Wilhelmsen Ships Service Ltd. Unit 3A NewtonsCourt Crossways DA2 6QL Dartford, Kent United Kingdom Tel
(+44) 1322 282 412 Fax (+44) 1322 284 774
Wilhelmsen Ships Service Ltda Rua Bispo Lacerda nos.61/67 Del Catilho BR 21051120 Rio de Janeiro Brazil Tel
(+55) 21 25 82 8000 Fax (+55) 21 25 82 8001
Wilhelmsen Ships Service (S) Pte Ltd 186 Pandan Loop Singapore 128376 Tel (+65) 6395 4545
Wilhelmsen Ships Service Co., Ltd 12-31 Torihama-cho Kanazawa-ku Yokohama-shi JP-236 0002, Japan Tel
(+81) 45 775 0012 Fax (+81) 45 775 0070
Wilhelmsen Ships Service Hellas SA 100, D. Moutsopoulou & Serifou str GR-185 41 Piraeus Greece Tel (+ 30)
210 4239100 Fax (+ 30) 210 4212480
WMS AS U.A.E. Fl 24 Executive Heights, Tecom C Sheikh Zayed Road (East) Dubai United Arab Emirates Tel
(+971) 4 382 3888
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