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SAFETY DATA SHEET according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006

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SECTION 1: IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING

1.1 Product identifier

Trade name : SODIUM THIOCYANATE

REACH Registration Number : 01-2119543700-47-0000 1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against

Use of the

Substance/Mixture

: Specific use(s): Use in synthesis and as

intermediate. Use in spraying formulations. Building and construction

work Laboratory activities

Specific use(s): Refer to attached exposure scenario Annex.

1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Company : Carbosulf Chemische Werke GmbH Geestemünder Str.26

DE 50735 Köln Germany

Telephone : +4922174960 Telefax : +492217496190 E-mail address : [email protected]

1.4 Emergency telephone number

Emergency telephone number

: 24 hours:+31 57 06 79211, CHEMTREC-USA:1-800-424-9300, CHEMTREC outside USA +1-703-527-3887,

CANUTEC-CANADA:1-613-996-6666,

化学事故应急咨询电话：国家化学事故应急响应中心 +86 532

8388 9090

SECTION 2: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

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Classification (REGULATION (EC) No 1272/2008)

Acute toxicity, 4, H302 Acute toxicity, 4, H332 Acute toxicity, 4, H312

Serious eye damage, 1, H318 Chronic aquatic toxicity, 3, H412

For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.

2.2 Label elements

Labelling (REGULATION (EC) No 1272/2008)

Pictogram :

Signal word : Danger

Hazard statements : H302 + H312 + H332 Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled.

H318 Causes serious eye damage.

H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements : Prevention: P261 Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/

vapours/ spray.

P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective

clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.

Response: P302 + P352 + P312 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water.

Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you

feel unwell. P304 + P340 + P312 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh

air and keep comfortable for breathing.

Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell.

P305 + P351 + P338 + P310 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously

with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a

POISON CENTER/doctor.

Hazardous components which must be listed on the label: Thiocyanic acid, sodium salt 540-72-7

Additional Labelling:

EUH032 Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas.

2.3 Other hazards

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No further data available. 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.

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SECTION 3: COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

3.1 Substances

Pure substance/mixture : Substance

Hazardous substance

Chemical name PBT vPvB OEL

CAS-No. EC-No.

REACH No.

Classif ication (REGULATION (EC) No 1272/2008)

Concentration [%]

Thiocyanic acid, sodium salt 540-72-7

208-754-4

01-2119543700-47

Acute Tox. 4; H302

Acute Tox. 4; H332

Acute Tox. 4; H312

Eye Dam. 1; H318

Aquatic Chronic 3; H412

>= 90 - <= 100

For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16. REACH - Candidate List of Substances of Very High Concern for Authorisation (Article 59).

Status : Not applicable

SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES

4.1 Description of first aid measures

General advice : Immediate medical attention is required. Move out of dangerous area.

Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.

If inhaled : Remove to fresh air.

Keep patient warm and at rest. Rinse nose and mouth with water.

In case of skin contact : Take off contaminated clothing and shoes immediately. If skin irritation persists, call a physician.

In case of eye contact : Rinse with plenty of water. Get medical attention immediately. Continue to rinse during transport.

Remove contact lenses. Protect unharmed eye. Keep eye wide open while rinsing.

If swallowed : Clean mouth with water and drink afterwards plenty of water.

Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.

Obtain medical attention.

4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Symptoms : The symptoms and effects are as expected from the hazards as shown in section 2. No specific product related symptoms are known.

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Risks : Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled. Causes serious eye damage.

4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

Treatment : Treat symptomatically.

SECTION 5: FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

5.1 Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media : Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment.

5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Specific hazards during firefighting / Specific hazards

arising from the chemical

: Do not allow run-off from fire fighting to enter drains or water courses.

Heating may cause decomposition with release of toxic fumes.

Combustion products : Fire will produce smoke containing hazardous combustion

products (see section 10).

5.3 Advice for firefighters

Special protective equipment

for firefighters

: In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus.

Further information : 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

: Use personal protective equipment. Wear respiratory protection. Avoid dust formation.

Avoid breathing dust. Ensure adequate ventilation.

Emergency measures on accidental release

: Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Only qualified personnel equipped with suitable protective equipment may intervene.

Prevent unauthorised persons entering the zone.

6.2 Environmental precautions

Environmental precautions : Try to prevent the material from entering drains or water courses. If the product contaminates rivers and lakes or drains inform

respective authorities.

6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up

Methods for cleaning up / : Pick up and arrange disposal without creating dust.

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Methods for containment Sweep up and shovel.

Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.

6.4 Reference to other sections

For disposal considerations see section 13. For personal protection see section 8.

SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE

7.1 Precautions for safe handling

Advice on safe handling : For personal protection see section 8.

Avoid formation of respirable particles. Do not breathe vapours/dust. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing.

Smoking, eating and drinking should be prohibited in the application area. Provide sufficient air exchange and/or exhaust in work rooms.

Dispose of rinse water in accordance with local and national regulations. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.

Advice on protection against fire and explosion

: Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Requirements for storage areas and containers

: Keep in a dry place. Store at room temperature in the original container.

Keep container tightly closed.

Advice on common storage : Do not store near acids.

Other data : No decomposition if stored and applied as directed.

7.3 Specific end use(s)

Specific use(s) : Refer to attached exposure scenario Annex.

SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

8.1 Control parameters

Components with workplace control parameters Contains no substances with occupational exposure limit values.

Occupational exposure limits of decomposition products

Decomposition

products

CAS-No. Value Control

parameters

Update Basis Form of

exposure

Carbon disulphide 75-15-0 TWA

5 ppm 15 mg/m3

2009-12-19

2009/161/EU

Further

information

: skin: Identif ies the possibility of signif icant uptake through the skin

Indicative

TWA

5 ppm 15 mg/m3

2011-12-01

GB EH40

Further

information

: Sk: Can be absorbed through skin. The assigned substances are those for

w hich there are concerns that dermal absorption w ill lead to systemic

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toxicity.

2: Where no specif ic short-term exposure limit is listed, a f igure three times the long-term exposure should be used

Derived No Effect Level (DNEL) according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006

Substance name End Use Exposure routes

Potential health effects Value

Thiocyanic acid, sodium salt Workers Inhalation Long-term systemic

effects

3 mg/m3

Workers Skin contact Long-term systemic effects

1.7 mg/kg bw /day

Consumers Inhalation Long-term systemic

effects

1.1 mg/m3

Consumers Skin contact Long-term systemic effects

1.2 mg/kg bw /day

Consumers Ingestion Long-term systemic

effects

0.3 mg/kg bw /day

Predicted No Effect Concentration (PNEC) according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006

Substance name Environmental Compartment Value

Thiocyanic acid, sodium salt Fresh w ater 0.095 mg/l

Marine w ater 0.0095 mg/l

Intermittent w ater 0.0272 mg/l

Sew age treatment plant 30 mg/l

Fresh w ater sediment 0.543 mg/kg dry w eight

Marine sediment 0.0543 mg/kg dry w eight

Soil 6.336 mg/kg dry w eight

Secondary Poisoning 1.667 mg/kg food

8.2 Exposure controls

Engineering controls

Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location.

Personal protective equipment

Respiratory protection : Half mask with a particle filter P2 (EN 143)

Hand protection : For prolonged or repeated contact use protective gloves.

Protective gloves complying with EN 374.

Eye protection : Tightly fitting safety goggles

Skin and body protection : Protective suit

Hygiene measures : Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety

practice.

When using do not eat or drink. When using do not smoke. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday.

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Environmental exposure controlsGeneral advice : Try to prevent the material from entering drains or water

courses.

If the product contaminates rivers and lakes or drains inform respective authorities.

SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Appearance

Form

: crystalline

Colour

: white

Odour

: odourless

Odour Threshold

: No data available

Safety data

pH

: 5 - 9 at 5 % solution (as aqueous solution)

Melting point

: 308 °C

Boiling point/boiling range

: Not relevant.

Flash point

: Not applicable

Evaporation rate

: Not applicable

Flammability (solid, gas)

: Not flammable

Flammability (liquids)

: Not applicable

Lower explosion limit

: Not applicable

Upper explosion limit

: Not applicable

Vapour pressure

: Not applicable

Relative vapour density

: Not applicable

Relative density

: 1.726

Bulk density

: 700 - 800 kg/m3

Water solubility

: 1,250 g/l at 20 °C

Solubility in other solvents

: Soluble in:, Acetone, Methanol, Ethanol

Partition coefficient: n-

octanol/water

: log Pow: -2.52

estimated

Auto-ignition temperature : Not applicable

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Decomposition temperature

: > 368 °C

Viscosity, dynamic

: Not applicable

Viscosity, kinematic

: Not applicable

Explosive properties

: Not explosive

Oxidizing properties

: Not relevant.

9.2 Other information

This safety datasheet only contains information relating to safety and does not replace any

product information or product specification.

SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

10.1 Reactivity

Stable under normal conditions.

10.2 Chemical stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions

Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas. Decomposition products may be flammable.

10.4 Conditions to avoid

Conditions to avoid

: None known.

10.5 Incompatible materials

Materials to avoid : Incompatible with strong acids and oxidizing agents.

10.6 Hazardous decomposition products

Hazardous decomposition

products

: Carbon disulphide

Sodium oxide nitrogen oxides (NOx) Carbonyl sulfide

Sulphur oxides

Thermal decomposition : > 368 °C

SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

11.1 Information on toxicological effects

Product information: Acute toxicity : Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled.

Skin corrosion/irritation : Not classified based on available information.

Serious eye damage/eye irritation

: Causes serious eye damage.

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Respiratory or skin

sensitisation

: Respiratory sensitisation: Not classified based on available

information. Skin sensitisation: Not classified based on available information.

Germ cell mutagenicity : Not classified based on available information.

Carcinogenicity : Not classified based on available information.

Reproductive toxicity : Not classified based on available information.

STOT - single exposure : Not classified based on available information.

STOT - repeated exposure : Not classified based on available information.

Aspiration hazard : Not classified based on available information.

Further information : No further data available.

Test result Acute oral toxicity : Acute toxicity estimate: 546.46 mg/kg

Method: Calculation method

Acute inhalation toxicity : Acute toxicity estimate : 1.52 mg/l

Exposure time: 4 h

Test atmosphere: dust/mist Method: Calculation method

Acute dermal toxicity : Acute toxicity estimate: 1,112 mg/kg Method: Calculation method

Toxicology data for the components: Thiocyanic acid, sodium salt

Acute toxicity:

Acute oral toxicity : LD50: 541 mg/kg Species: Coturnix japonica (Japanese quail) Method: OECD Test Guideline 401

Read-across from supporting substance (structural analogue or surrogate).

Acute inhalation toxicity : No data available

Acute dermal toxicity : LD50: > 2,000 mg/kg

Species: Rat

Method: OECD Test Guideline 402 Read-across (Analogy)

Skin corrosion/irritation : Result: No skin irritation

Serious eye damage/eye

irritation

: Species: Rabbit

Result: Risk of serious damage to eyes.

Respiratory or skin sensitisation

: Species: Mouse Classification: Does not cause skin sensitisation.

Method: OECD Test Guideline 429

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Repeated dose toxicity : Species: Rat

NOAEL: 21.3 mg/kg Application Route: Oral Read-across (Analogy)

Germ cell mutagenicity

Genotoxicity in vitro : In vitro gene mutation study in mammalian cells

mouse lymphoma cells Result: negative Method: OECD Test Guideline 476

Ames test

Result: negative Method: OECD Test Guideline 471 Read-across from supporting substance (structural analogue

or surrogate).

Chromosome aberration test in vitro

Human lymphocytes

Result: negative Method: OECD Test Guideline 473

Genotoxicity in vivo : Not classified due to data which are conclusive although

insufficient for classification.

Carcinogenicity : study scientifically unjustified

Reproductive toxicity : Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.

STOT - single exposure

: Not classified due to data which are conclusive although insufficient for classification.

STOT - repeated exposure

: Not classified due to data which are conclusive although insufficient for classification.

Aspiration hazard : Not classified due to data which are conclusive although insufficient for classification.

SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Product information:

Ecotoxicology Assessment Additional ecological information

: An environmental hazard cannot be excluded in the event of unprofessional handling or disposal.

Toxic to aquatic life. Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

12.1 Toxicity

Components: Test result

Thiocyanic acid, sodium salt

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Toxicity to fish : LC50: 69 mg/l

Exposure time: 96 h Species: Oncorhynchus mykiss (rainbow trout) Test Type: static test

Method: OECD Test Guideline 203 Read-across from supporting substance (structural analogue or surrogate).

Toxicity to daphnia and other aquatic invertebrates

: EC50: 3.79 mg/l Exposure time: 48 h Species: Daphnia magna (Water flea)

Test Type: static test Method: OECD Test Guideline 202 Read-across from supporting substance (structural analogue

or surrogate).

Toxicity to algae : EC10: 113.43 mg/l

Exposure time: 72 h Species: Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata (green algae)

Test Type: Growth inhibition Method: OECD Test Guideline 201 Read-across from supporting substance (structural analogue

or surrogate).

ErC50: > 249.5 mg/l

Exposure time: 72 h

Species: Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata (green algae) Test Type: Growth inhibition Method: OECD Test Guideline 201


Toxicity to bacteria : NOEC: 2.13 mg/l

Exposure time: 28 d Test Type: static test Method: closed serum bottle


NOEC: 30 mg/l

Exposure time: 12 h

Test Type: static test Read-across from supporting substance (structural analogue or surrogate).

Toxicity to fish (Chronic toxicity)

: NOEC: 1.53 mg/l Exposure time: 124 d Species: Pimephales promelas (fathead minnow)


Toxicity to daphnia and other

aquatic invertebrates (Chronic toxicity)

: NOEC: 1.33 mg/l

Exposure time: 21 d reproduction rate Species: Daphnia magna (Water flea)

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Method: OECD Test Guideline 211


12.2 Persistence and degradability

Product information: Biodegradability : Result: Readily biodegradable.

Components: Thiocyanic acid, sodium salt Biodegradability : Result: Readily biodegradable.

Method: Closed Bottle test

12.3 Bioaccumulative potential

Product information: Bioaccumulation : Not expected considering the low log Pow value.

Components: Thiocyanic acid, sodium salt

Bioaccumulation : Not expected considering the low log Pow value.

12.4 Mobility in soil

Product information:

Mobility : No data available

12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

Product information: 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.

Components: Thiocyanic acid, sodium salt PBT and vPvB assessment : This substance is not considered to be a PBT (Persistent,

Bioaccumulation, Toxic) This substance is not considered to be vPvB (very Persistent nor very Bioaccumulating)

12.6 Other adverse effects

Product information: Biochemical Oxygen

Demand (BOD)

: No data available

Components: Thiocyanic acid, sodium salt Biochemical Oxygen

Demand (BOD)

: No data available

SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

13.1 Waste treatment methods

Product

: The product should not be allowed to enter drains, water

courses or the soil.

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Do not contaminate ponds, waterways or ditches with

chemical or used container. Hazardous waste Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local

regulation.

Contaminated packaging

: Empty remaining contents.

Dispose of as unused product.

SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION

14.1 UN number

Not regulated as a dangerous good

14.2 Proper shipping name


14.3 Transport hazard class


14.4 Packing group


14.5 Environmental hazards


14.6 Special precautions for user

Remarks : Not classified as dangerous in the meaning of transport

regulations.

14.7 Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code

Not applicable for product as supplied.

SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION

15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture

Seveso III: Directive 2012/18/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council on the control of

major-accident hazards involving dangerous substances. Not applicable

Notification status

DSL : YES. All components of this product are on the Canadian DSL AICS : YES. On the inventory, or in compliance with the inventory

NZIoC : YES. On the inventory, or in compliance with the inventory ENCS : YES. On the inventory, or in compliance with the inventory ISHL : YES. On the inventory, or in compliance with the inventory

KECI : YES. On the inventory, or in compliance with the inventory PICCS : YES. On the inventory, or in compliance with the inventory IECSC : YES. On the inventory, or in compliance with the inventory

TCSI : YES. On the inventory, or in compliance with the inventory TSCA : YES. All chemical substances in this product are either listed on the

TSCA Inventory or in compliance with a TSCA Inventory exemption.

For explanation of abbreviation see section 16.

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15.2 Chemical safety assessment

Thiocyanic acid, sodium salt : A Chemical Safety Assessment has been carried out for this substance.

SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION

Full text of H-Statements referred to under sections 2 and 3.

H302 : Harmful if swallowed. H312 : Harmful in contact with skin.

H318 : Causes serious eye damage. H332 : Harmful if inhaled. H412 : Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Full text of other abbreviations

2009/161/EU : Europe. COMMISSION DIRECTIVE 2009/161/EU establishing

a third list of indicative occupational exposure limit values in implementation of Council Directive 98/24/EC and amending Commission Directive 2000/39/EC

GB EH40 : UK. EH40 WEL - Workplace Exposure Limits 2009/161/EU / TWA : Limit Value - eight hours GB EH40 / TWA : Long-term exposure limit (8-hour TWA reference period)

ADN - European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Inland Waterways; ADR - European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road; AICS - Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances; ASTM - American Society

for the Testing of Materials; bw - Body weight; CLP - Classification Labelling Packaging Regulation; Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008; CMR - Carcinogen, Mutagen or Reproductive Toxicant; DIN - Standard of the German Institute for Standardisation; DSL - Domestic Substances

List (Canada); ECHA - European Chemicals Agency; EC-Number - European Community number; ECx - Concentration associated with x% response; ELx - Loading rate associated with x% response; EmS - Emergency Schedule; ENCS - Existing and New Chemical Substances

(Japan); ErCx - Concentration associated with x% growth rate response; GHS - Globally Harmonized System; GLP - Good Laboratory Practice; IARC - International Agency for Research on Cancer; IATA - International Air Transport Association; IBC - International Code for the

Construction and Equipment of Ships carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk; IC50 - Half maximal inhibitory concentration; ICAO - International Civil Aviation Organization; IECSC - Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances in China; IMDG - International Maritime Dangerous Goods; IMO -

International Maritime Organization; ISHL - Industrial Safety and Health Law (Japan); ISO - International Organisation for Standardization; KECI - Korea Existing Chemicals Inventory; LC50 - Lethal Concentration to 50 % of a test population; LD50 - Lethal Dose to 50% of a test

population (Median Lethal Dose); MARPOL - International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships; n.o.s. - Not Otherwise Specified; NO(A)EC - No Observed (Adverse) Effect Concentration; NO(A)EL - No Observed (Adverse) Effect Level; NOELR - No Observable Effect

Loading Rate; NZIoC - New Zealand Inventory of Chemicals; OECD - Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development; OPPTS - Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention; PBT - Persistent, Bioaccumulative and Toxic substance; PICCS - Philippines Inventory of

Chemicals and Chemical Substances; (Q)SAR - (Quantitative) Structure Activity Relationship; REACH - Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council concerning the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals; RID -

Regulations concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Rail; SADT - Self-Accelerating Decomposition Temperature; SDS - Safety Data Sheet; TCSI - Taiwan Chemical Substance Inventory; TRGS - Technical Rule for Hazardous Substances; TSCA - Toxic

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Substances Control Act (United States); UN - United Nations; vPvB - Very Persistent and Very

Bioaccumulative

Further information

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. The information given is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and

is not to be considered a warranty or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process, unless specified in the text.

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Annex :

1. Formulation & (re)packing of substances and mixtures, Dustiness: Low

2. Formulation & (re)packing of substances and mixtures, Dustiness: Medium

3. Formulation & (re)packing of substances and mixtures, Dustiness: High

4. Industrial use, Use as an intermediate

5. Industrial use, Spraying

6. Industrial use, Processing aid, Dustiness: Low

7. Industrial use, Processing aid, Dustiness: Medium

8. Industrial use, Processing aid, Dustiness: High

9. Professional use, Spraying

10. Professional use, Processing aid, Dustiness: Low

11. Professional use, Processing aid, Dustiness: Medium

12. Professional use, Processing aid, Dustiness: High

13. Industrial use, Building and construction work

14. Professional use, Building and construction work

15. Professional use, Used as laboratory reagent

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1. Short title of Exposure Scenario: Formulation & (re)packing of substances and mixtures, Dustiness: Low

Main User Groups : SU 3: Industrial uses: Uses of substances as such or in preparations at industrial sites

Environmental Release

Categories

: ERC2: Formulation of preparations

Process categories : PROC1: Use in closed process, no likelihood of exposure PROC2: Use in closed, continuous process with

occasional controlled exposure PROC3: Use in closed batch process (synthesis or formulation)

PROC4: Use in batch and other process (synthesis) where opportunity for exposure arises PROC5: Mixing or blending in batch processes for

formulation of preparations and articles (multistage and/ or significant contact) PROC8a: Transfer of substance or preparation (charging/

discharging) from/ to vessels/ large containers at non-dedicated facilities PROC8b: Transfer of substance or preparation (charging/

discharging) from/ to vessels/ large containers at dedicated facilities PROC9: Transfer of substance or preparation into small

containers (dedicated filling line, including weighing) PROC10: Roller application or brushing PROC14: Production of preparations or articles by

tabletting, compression, extrusion, pelletisation PROC15: Use as laboratory reagent PROC19: Hand-mixing with intimate contact and only PPE

available

2.1 Contributing scenario controlling environmental exposure for: ERC2: Formulation of preparations

Amount used

Regional use tonnage

(tonnes/year):

: 15260 ton(s)/year

Fraction of EU tonnage used in region:

: 100 %

Fraction of Regional tonnage used locally:

: 0.2 %

Maximum daily site tonnage

(kg/day):

: 102 kg/day

Environment factors not influenced by risk management

Flow rate : 18,000 m3/day

Dilution Factor (River) : 10 Dilution Factor (Coastal Areas) : 100

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Other given operational conditions affecting environmental exposure

Number of emission days per year

: 300

Emission or Release Factor: Air : 2.5 %

Emission or Release Factor: Water

: 2 %

Emission or Release Factor: Soil : 0 %

Conditions and measures related to municipal sewage treatment plant

Type of Sewage Treatment Plant : Municipal sewage treatment plant Flow rate of sewage treatment plant effluent

: 2,000 m3/day

Percentage removed from waste water

: 0 %

2.2 Contributing scenario controlling worker exposure for: All PROCs: Applicable to all above mentioned process categories.

Activity : Industrial use

Product characteristics

Concentration of the Substance in Mixture/Article

: Covers the percentage of the substance in the product up to 100 % (unless stated differently).

Physical Form (at time of use) : Solid, low dustiness

Vapour pressure : < 0.01 Pa

Frequency and duration of use

Application duration : <= 8 h Frequency of use : <= 365 days/year

Other operational conditions affecting workers exposure Outdoor / Indoor : Indoor

Organisational measures to prevent /limit releases, dispersion and exposure Assumes a good basic standard of occupational hygiene is implemented, Ensure operatives are trained to minimise exposures., Clean equipment and the work area every day., Clear

spills immediately.

Conditions and measures related to personal protection, hygiene and health evaluation

Use suitable eye protection.

2.3 Contributing scenario controlling worker exposure for: PROC1: Use in closed process, no likelihood of exposure

Activity : General exposures (closed systems), Continuous process

Technical conditions and measures No specific measures identified., Handle substance within a closed system., Clear transfer lines prior to de-coupling.

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2.4 Contributing scenario controlling worker exposure for: PROC2: Use in closed, continuous process with occasional controlled exposure

Activity : General exposures (closed systems), Continuous

process, Automated process with (semi) closed systems


2.5 Contributing scenario controlling worker exposure for: PROC3: Use in closed batch process (synthesis or formulation)

Activity : General exposures, Use in contained batch processes

Technical conditions and measures

No specific measures identified., Handle substance within a closed system., Drain down and flush system prior to equipment opening or maintenance.

2.6 Contributing scenario controlling worker exposure for: PROC4: Use in batch and other process (synthesis) where opportunity for exposure arises

Activity : General exposures, Open systems, Batch process


When concentration is:, >5%, Wear chemically resistant gloves (tested to EN374) in

combination with ‘basic’ employee training. (Effectiveness (of a measure): 90 %)

2.7 Contributing scenario controlling worker exposure for: PROC5: Mixing or blending in batch processes for formulation of preparations and articles (multistage and/ or significant contact)

Activity : General exposures, Mixing operations (open systems), Batch process


Wear chemically resistant gloves (tested to EN374) in combination with specific activity

training. (Effectiveness (of a measure): 95 %)

2.8 Contributing scenario controlling worker exposure for: PROC8a: Transfer of substance or preparation (charging/ discharging) from/ to vessels/ large containers at non-dedicated facilities

Activity : General exposures, Non-dedicated facility, Material transfers

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2.9 Contributing scenario controlling worker exposure for: PROC8b: Transfer of substance or preparation (charging/ discharging) from/ to vessels/ large containers at dedicated facilities

Activity : General exposures, Dedicated facility, Material transfers

Conditions and measures related to personal protection, hygiene and health evaluation When concentration is:, >5%, Wear chemically resistant gloves (tested to EN374) in combination with ‘basic’ employee training. (Effectiveness (of a measure): 90 %)

2.10 Contributing scenario controlling worker exposure for: PROC9: Transfer of substance or preparation into small containers (dedicated filling line, including weighing)

Activity : General exposures, Dedicated facility, Drum and small

package filling, Material transfers


When concentration is:, >5%, Wear chemically resistant gloves (tested to EN374) in combination with ‘basic’ employee training. (Effectiveness (of a measure): 90 %)

2.11 Contributing scenario controlling worker exposure for: PROC10: Roller application or brushing

Activity : General exposures (open systems), Rolling, Brushing,

Equipment cleaning and maintenance

Organisational measures to prevent /limit releases, dispersion and exposure Limit the substance content in the product to 25 %.

Conditions and measures related to personal protection, hygiene and health evaluation Wear chemically resistant gloves (tested to EN374) in combination with specific activity training. (Effectiveness (of a measure): 95 %)

2.12 Contributing scenario controlling worker exposure for: PROC14: Production of preparations or articles by tabletting, compression, extrusion, pelletisation

Activity : General exposures (open systems), Production or

preparation or articles by tabletting, compression, extrusion or pelletisation

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When concentration is:, >5%, Wear suitable gloves tested to EN374. (Effectiveness (of a

measure): 80 %)

2.13 Contributing scenario controlling worker exposure for: PROC15: Use as laboratory reagent

Activity : General exposures, Laboratory activities, Small scale, Manual


No specific measures identified.

2.14 Contributing scenario controlling worker exposure for: PROC19: Hand-mixing with intimate contact and only PPE available

Activity : General exposures, Mixing operations (open systems),

Manual



3. Exposure estimation and reference to its source

Environment

Contributing Scenario

Exposure Assessment

Method

Specific conditions

Compartment

Value Level of Exposure

RCR

ERC2 EUSES Fresh water 0.012 mg/L 0.118

EUSES Marine

water

0.001 mg/L 0.112

EUSES Sewage treatment

plant

0.04 mg/L 0.001

EUSES Soil 0.005 mg/kg dry weight

0.0008

Workers

Contributing

Scenario

Exposure

Assessment

Specific conditions Value Level of

Exposure

RCR

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Method

PROC1 ECETOC TRA Long term inhalation

0.01 mg/m³ 0.003

Long term

dermal

0.34 mg/kg

bw/day

0.167


0.01 mg/m3 0.01

Long term dermal

1.37 mg/kg bw/day

0.672

PROC3 ECETOC TRA Long term

inhalation

0.1 mg/m³ 0.028

Long term dermal

0.343 mg/kg bw/day

0.168


0.5 mg/m³ 0.139

Long term

dermal

0.69 mg/kg

bw/day

0.338


0.5 mg/m³ 0.139

Long term dermal

0.69 mg/kg bw/day

0.338

PROC8a ECETOC TRA Long term

inhalation

0.5 mg/m³ 0.139

Long term dermal

0.69 mg/kg bw/day

0.338

PROC8b ECETOC TRA Long term inhalation

0.1 mg/m³ 0.028

Long term

dermal

0.69 mg/kg

bw/day

0.338


0.1 mg/m³ 0.028

Long term dermal

0.69 mg/kg bw/day

0.338


inhalation

0.3 mg/m³ 0.083

Long term dermal

0.82 mg/kg bw/day

0.402


0.1 mg/m³ 0.028

Long term

dermal

0.69 mg/kg

bw/day

0.338


0.1 mg/m³ 0.028

Long term dermal

0.34 mg/kg bw/day

0.167


inhalation

0.1 mg/m³ 0.028

Long term dermal

1.4 mg/kg bw/day

0.686

ERC2: Formulation of preparations PROC1: Use in closed process, no likelihood of exposure

PROC10: Roller application or brushing

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PROC14: Production of preparations or articles by tabletting, compression, extrusion,

pelletisation PROC15: Use as laboratory reagent PROC19: Hand-mixing with intimate contact and only PPE available

PROC2: Use in closed, continuous process with occasional controlled exposure PROC3: Use in closed batch process (synthesis or formulation) PROC4: Use in batch and other process (synthesis) where opportunity for exposure arises

PROC5: Mixing or blending in batch processes for formulation of preparations and articles (multistage and/ or significant contact) PROC8a: Transfer of substance or preparation (charging/ discharging) from/ to vessels/

large containers at non-dedicated facilities PROC8b: Transfer of substance or preparation (charging/ discharging) from/ to vessels/ large containers at dedicated facilities

PROC9: Transfer of substance or preparation into small containers (dedicated filling line, including weighing)

4. Guidance to Downstream User to evaluate whether he works inside the boundaries set by the Exposure Scenario

For further information, please also consult our Internet site: Downstream Users http://guidance.echa.europa.eu/downstream_users_en.htm

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1. Short title of Exposure Scenario: Formulation & (re)packing of substances and mixtures, Dustiness: Medium



Categories








containers (dedicated filling line, including weighing) PROC14: Production of preparations or articles by tabletting, compression, extrusion, pelletisation

PROC15: Use as laboratory reagent PROC19: Hand-mixing with intimate contact and only PPE available


Amount used Regional use tonnage (tonnes/year):

: 15260 ton(s)/year


: 100 %

Fraction of Regional tonnage

used locally:

: 0.2 %

Maximum daily site tonnage (kg/day):

: 102 kg/day

Environment factors not influenced by risk management Flow rate : 18,000 m3/day Dilution Factor (River) : 10

Dilution Factor (Coastal Areas) : 100


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Number of emission days per

year

: 300

Emission or Release Factor: Air : 2.5 % Emission or Release Factor:

Water

: 2 %



Type of Sewage Treatment Plant : Municipal sewage treatment plant

Flow rate of sewage treatment plant effluent

: 2,000 m3/day

Percentage removed from waste

water

: 0 %


Product characteristics Concentration of the Substance in Mixture/Article


Physical Form (at time of use) : Solid, medium dustiness Vapour pressure : < 0.001 Pa

Frequency and duration of use Application duration : <= 8 h Frequency of use : <= 365 days/year

Other operational conditions affecting workers exposure

Outdoor / Indoor : Indoor

Organisational measures to prevent /limit releases, dispersion and exposure

Assumes a good basic standard of occupational hygiene is implemented, Ensure operatives

are trained to minimise exposures., Clean equipment and the work area every day., Clear spills immediately.

Conditions and measures related to personal protection, hygiene and health evaluation Use suitable eye protection.

Additional good practice advice beyond the REACH Chemical Safety Assessment Additional good practice advice : Respirators:

- Wear a disposable mask only once

- Clean non-disposable masks after each use and store in a clean box in a clean area - Wear respirators ≤ 2 hrs/day,Avoid carrying out operation for

more than 4 hours.




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No specific measures identified., Handle substance within a closed system., Clear transfer

lines prior to de-coupling.


Activity : General exposures (closed systems), Continuous process, Automated process with (semi) closed systems


Wear suitable gloves tested to EN374. (Effectiveness (of a measure): 80 %)






Activity : General exposures, Batch process, Open systems


When concentration is:, >5%, Ensure material transfers are under containment or extract

ventilation., Provide extract ventilation to material transfer points and other openings. (Effectiveness (of a measure): 90 %)

Conditions and measures related to personal protection, hygiene and health evaluation Wear chemically resistant gloves (tested to EN374) in combination with ‘basic’ employee training. (Effectiveness (of a measure): 90 %)



Batch process

Technical conditions and measures When concentration is:, >5%, Ensure material transfers are under containment or extract ventilation., Provide extract ventilation to material transfer points and other openings.

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(Effectiveness (of a measure): 90 %)


Wear chemically resistant gloves (tested to EN374) in combination with ‘basic’ employee



Activity : General exposures, Material transfers, Non-dedicated facility






Activity : General exposures, Material transfers, Dedicated facility






Activity : Drum and small package filling, General exposures,

Material transfers, Dedicated facility



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measure): 80 %)







Manual

Organisational measures to prevent /limit releases, dispersion and exposure Avoid carrying out operation for more than 1 hour., Limit the substance content in the product to 5 %.


Wear chemically resistant gloves (tested to EN374) in combination with specific activity training. (Effectiveness (of a measure): 95 %) Wear a respirator conforming to EN140 with Type A/P2 filter or better. (Effectiveness (of a

measure): 90 %)


Environment

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Contributing

Scenario

Exposure

Assessment Method

Specific

conditions

Compartme

nt

Value Level of

Exposure

RCR


EUSES Marine water

0.001 mg/L 0.112

EUSES Sewage

treatment plant

0.04 mg/L 0.001

EUSES Soil 0.005 mg/kg

dry weight

0.0008

Workers


Exposure Assessment

Method

Specific conditions Value Level of Exposure

RCR


0.01 mg/m³ 0.003

Long term

dermal

0.34 mg/kg

bw/day

0.167


0.5 mg/m3 0.132

Long term dermal

0.27 mg/kg bw/day

0.271


inhalation

1 mg/m³ 0.278

Long term dermal

0.34 mg/kg bw/day

0.167


0.5 mg/m³ 0.338

Long term

dermal

0.69 mg/kg

bw/day

0.477


0.5 mg/m³ 0.139

Long term dermal

1.37 mg/kg bw/day

0.672


inhalation

0.5 mg/m³ 0.139

Long term dermal

1.371 mg/kg bw/day

0.672


1 mg/m³ 0.278

Long term

dermal

0.69 mg/kg

bw/day

0.338


0.5 mg/m³ 0.139

Long term dermal

0.69 mg/kg bw/day

0.338


inhalation

1 mg/m³ 0.278

Long term dermal

0.69 mg/kg bw/day

0.338

PROC15 ECETOC TRA Long term 0.5 mg/m³ 0.139

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inhalation

Long term dermal

0.34 mg/kg bw/day

0.167


inhalation

0.2 mg/m³ 0.056

Long term dermal

1.4 mg/kg bw/day

0.686

ERC2: Formulation of preparations PROC1: Use in closed process, no likelihood of exposure

PROC14: Production of preparations or articles by tabletting, compression, extrusion, pelletisation PROC15: Use as laboratory reagent

PROC19: Hand-mixing with intimate contact and only PPE available PROC2: Use in closed, continuous process with occasional controlled exposure PROC3: Use in closed batch process (synthesis or formulation)

PROC4: Use in batch and other process (synthesis) where opportunity for exposure arises PROC5: Mixing or blending in batch processes for formulation of preparations and articles (multistage and/ or significant contact)

PROC8a: Transfer of substance or preparation (charging/ discharging) from/ to vessels/ large containers at non-dedicated facilities PROC8b: Transfer of substance or preparation (charging/ discharging) from/ to vessels/

large containers at dedicated facilities PROC9: Transfer of substance or preparation into small containers (dedicated filling line, including weighing)



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1. Short title of Exposure Scenario: Formulation & (re)packing of substances and mixtures, Dustiness: High



Categories








containers (dedicated filling line, including weighing) PROC14: Production of preparations or articles by tabletting, compression, extrusion, pelletisation

PROC15: Use as laboratory reagent PROC19: Hand-mixing with intimate contact and only PPE available



: 15260 ton(s)/year


: 100 %


used locally:

: 0.2 %


: 102 kg/day




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year

: 300

Emission or Release Factor: Air : 2.5 % Emission or Release Factor:

Water

: 2 %





: 2,000 m3/day


water

: 0 %



: Covers the percentage of the substance in the product up to 25 %.

Physical Form (at time of use) : Solid, high dustiness Vapour pressure : < 0.001 Pa














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Provide extraction ventilation at points where emissions occur., Ensure material transfers are

under containment or extract ventilation. (Effectiveness (of a measure): 90 %)


Wear chemically resistant gloves (tested to EN374) in combination with ‘basic’ employee training. (Effectiveness (of a measure): 90 %)



Batch process


Ensure material transfers are under containment or extract ventilation., Provide extract ventilation to material transfer points and other openings. (Effectiveness (of a measure): 90 %)




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Activity : General exposures, Non-dedicated facility, Material

transfers

Technical conditions and measures Provide extraction ventilation at points where emissions occur., Ensure material transfers are under containment or extract ventilation. (Effectiveness (of a measure): 90 %)


Avoid carrying out operation for more than 4 hours.







Ensure material transfers are under containment or extract ventilation., Provide extract ventilation to material transfer points and other openings. (Effectiveness (of a measure): 90 %)





Activity : General exposures, Dedicated facility, Drum and small package filling, Material transfers


Provide extraction ventilation at points where emissions occur., Ensure material transfers are

under containment or extract ventilation. (Effectiveness (of a measure): 90 %)


Wear a respirator conforming to EN140 with Type A/P2 filter or better. (Effectiveness (of a measure): 90 %)

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Ensure material transfers are under containment or extract ventilation., Use dedicated

equipment. (Effectiveness (of a measure): 90 %)









Manual

Organisational measures to prevent /limit releases, dispersion and exposure Limit the substance content in the product to 5 %., Avoid carrying out operation for more than 1 hour.



measure): 90 %)


Environment

Contributing

Scenario

Exposure

Assessment Method

Specific

conditions

Compartme

nt

Value Level of

Exposure

RCR


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EUSES Marine

water

0.001 mg/L 0.112


plant

0.04 mg/L 0.001


0.0008

Workers

Contributing

Scenario

Exposure

Assessment Method


Exposure

RCR


inhalation

0.01 mg/m³ 0.003

Long term dermal

0.34 mg/kg bw/day

0.167


1 mg/m3 0.278

Long term

dermal

0.27 mg/kg

bw/day

0.132


1 mg/m³ 0.278

Long term dermal

0.34 mg/kg bw/day

0.167


inhalation

1.5 mg/m³ 0.417

Long term dermal

0.41 mg/kg bw/day

0.201


1.5 mg/m³ 0.417

Long term

dermal

0.41 mg/kg

bw/day

0.201

PROC8a ECETOC TRA Long term inhalation

1.8 mg/m³ 0.5

Long term dermal

0.41 mg/kg bw/day

0.201

PROC8b ECETOC TRA Long term

inhalation

1.5 mg/m³ 0.417

Long term dermal

0.41 mg/kg bw/day

0.201


1.2 mg/m³ 0.333

Long term

dermal

0.41 mg/kg

bw/day

0.201


0.6 mg/m³ 0.167

Long term dermal

0.41 mg/kg bw/day

0.201


inhalation

1 mg/m³ 0.278

Long term dermal

0.34 mg/kg bw/day

0.167


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inhalation

Long term dermal

1.41 mg/kg bw/day

0.691

ERC2: Formulation of preparations PROC1: Use in closed process, no likelihood of exposure PROC14: Production of preparations or articles by tabletting, compression, extrusion,

pelletisation PROC15: Use as laboratory reagent PROC19: Hand-mixing with intimate contact and only PPE available




PROC9: Transfer of substance or preparation into small containers (dedicated filling line, including weighing)



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1. Short title of Exposure Scenario: Industrial use, Use as an intermediate

Main User Groups : SU 3: Industrial uses: Uses of substances as such or in

preparations at industrial sites

Environmental Release Categories

: ERC6a: Industrial use resulting in manufacture of another substance (use of intermediates)

Process categories : PROC1: Use in closed process, no likelihood of exposure

PROC2: Use in closed, continuous process with occasional controlled exposure PROC3: Use in closed batch process (synthesis or

formulation) PROC4: Use in batch and other process (synthesis) where opportunity for exposure arises

PROC8a: Transfer of substance or preparation (charging/ discharging) from/ to vessels/ large containers at non-dedicated facilities

PROC8b: Transfer of substance or preparation (charging/ discharging) from/ to vessels/ large containers at dedicated facilities

PROC10: Roller application or brushing PROC15: Use as laboratory reagent

2.1 Contributing scenario controlling environmental exposure for: ERC6a: Industrial use resulting in manufacture of another substance (use of intermediates)

Activity : Industrial use, Spraying


: 15260 ton(s)/year


: 100 %


used locally:

: 0.2 %


: 102 kg/day





: 300

Emission or Release Factor: Air : 5 %


: 2 %


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: 2,000 m3/day


: 0 %



Concentration of the Substance

in Mixture/Article

: Covers the percentage of the substance in the product up

to 100 % (unless stated differently). Physical Form (at time of use) : Solid, low dustiness Vapour pressure : < 0.001 Pa


Application duration : <= 8 h

Frequency of use : <= 365 days/year




Assumes a good basic standard of occupational hygiene is implemented, Ensure operatives are trained to minimise exposures., Clean equipment and the work area every day., Clear spills immediately.






No specific measures identified., Handle substance within a closed system., Clear transfer lines prior to de-coupling.






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No specific measures identified., Handle substance within a closed system., Drain down and

flush system prior to equipment opening or maintenance.






transfers








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Limit the substance content in the product to 25 %.


Wear chemically resistant gloves (tested to EN374) in combination with specific activity training. (Effectiveness (of a measure): 95 %)


Activity : General exposures, Laboratory activities, Small scale,

Manual




Environment

Contributing

Scenario

Exposure

Assessment Method

Specific

conditions

Compartme

nt

Value Level of

Exposure

RCR

ERC6a EUSES Fresh water 0.0112 mg/L 0.118

EUSES Marine water

0.0011 mg/L 0.112

EUSES Sewage

treatment plant

0.04 mg/L 0.001


dry weight

0.0008

Workers


Exposure Assessment

Method


RCR


0.01 mg/m³ 0.003

Long term

dermal

0.34 mg/kg

bw/day

0.167


0.01 mg/m3 0.01

Long term dermal

1.37 mg/kg bw/day

0.672


inhalation

0.1 mg/m³ 0.028

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Long term

dermal

0.343 mg/kg

bw/day

0.168


0.5 mg/m³ 0.139

Long term dermal

0.69 mg/kg bw/day

0.338


inhalation

0.5 mg/m³ 0.139

Long term dermal

0.69 mg/kg bw/day

0.338


0.1 mg/m³ 0.028

Long term

dermal

0.69 mg/kg

bw/day

0.338


0.3 mg/m³ 0.083

Long term dermal

0.82 mg/kg bw/day

0.402


inhalation

0.1 mg/m³ 0.028

Long term dermal

0.34 mg/kg bw/day

0.167

ERC6a: Industrial use resulting in manufacture of another substance (use of intermediates)

PROC1: Use in closed process, no likelihood of exposure PROC10: Roller application or brushing PROC15: Use as laboratory reagent



large containers at dedicated facilities


For further information, please also consult our Internet site: Downstream Users

http://guidance.echa.europa.eu/downstream_users_en.htm

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1. Short title of Exposure Scenario: Industrial use, Spraying




: ERC4, ERC5: Industrial use of processing aids in processes and products, not becoming part of articles, Industrial use resulting in inclusion into or onto a matrix

Process categories : PROC1: Use in closed process, no likelihood of exposure PROC2: Use in closed, continuous process with occasional controlled exposure

PROC3: Use in closed batch process (synthesis or formulation) PROC5: Mixing or blending in batch processes for

formulation of preparations and articles (multistage and/ or significant contact) PROC7: Industrial spraying


PROC8b: Transfer of substance or preparation (charging/ discharging) from/ to vessels/ large containers at dedicated facilities PROC10: Roller application or brushing

PROC19: Hand-mixing with intimate contact and only PPE available

2.1 Contributing scenario controlling environmental exposure for: ERC4: Industrial use of processing aids in processes and products, not becoming part of articles


: 1110 ton(s)/year


: 100 %


used locally:

: 0.2 %


: 10 kg/day





: 220



: 90 %

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Emission or Release Factor: Soil : 0.5 %

Remarks : EUSES A&B tables

Conditions and measures related to municipal sewage treatment plant Type of Sewage Treatment Plant : Municipal sewage treatment plant Flow rate of sewage treatment

plant effluent

: 2,000 m3/day


: 0 %





Physical Form (at time of use) : Solid, low dustiness Vapour pressure : < 0.01 Pa
















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Technical conditions and measures No specific measures identified., Handle substance within a closed system., Drain down and flush system prior to equipment opening or maintenance.



Batch process


2.7 Contributing scenario controlling worker exposure for: PROC7: Industrial spraying

Activity : General exposures (open systems), Spraying


Limit the substance content in the product to 25 %. Avoid carrying out operation for more than 4 hours.



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transfers















Manual






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Environment


Exposure Assessment

Method

Specific conditions

Compartment


RCR


EUSES Marine water

0.0064 mg/L 0.67


plant

0.57 mg/L 0.019


0.004

Workers


Exposure Assessment

Method


RCR


0.01 mg/m³ 0.003

Long term dermal

0.34 mg/kg bw/day

0.167


inhalation

0.01 mg/m3 0.01

Long term dermal

1.37 mg/kg bw/day

0.672


0.1 mg/m³ 0.028

Long term

dermal

0.343 mg/kg

bw/day

0.168


0.5 mg/m³ 0.139

Long term dermal

0.69 mg/kg bw/day

0.632


inhalation

0.36 mg/m³ 0.1

Long term dermal

1.29 mg/kg bw/day

0.


0.5 mg/m³ 0.139

Long term

dermal

0.69 mg/kg

bw/day

0.338


0.1 mg/m³ 0.028

Long term dermal

0.69 mg/kg bw/day

0.338


inhalation

0.3 mg/m³ 0.083

Long term dermal

0.82 mg/kg bw/day

0.402


0.1 mg/m³ 0.028

Long term 1.4 mg/kg 0.686

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dermal bw/day

ERC4: Industrial use of processing aids in processes and products, not becoming part of articles

PROC1: Use in closed process, no likelihood of exposure PROC10: Roller application or brushing PROC19: Hand-mixing with intimate contact and only PPE available

PROC2: Use in closed, continuous process with occasional controlled exposure PROC3: Use in closed batch process (synthesis or formulation) PROC5: Mixing or blending in batch processes for formulation of preparations and articles

(multistage and/ or significant contact) PROC7: Industrial spraying PROC8a: Transfer of substance or preparation (charging/ discharging) from/ to vessels/




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1. Short title of Exposure Scenario: Industrial use, Processing aid, Dustiness: Low






PROC3: Use in closed batch process (synthesis or formulation) PROC4: Use in batch and other process (synthesis)

where opportunity for exposure arises PROC5: Mixing or blending in batch processes for formulation of preparations and articles (multistage and/

or significant contact) PROC8a: Transfer of substance or preparation (charging/ discharging) from/ to vessels/ large containers at non-

dedicated facilities PROC8b: Transfer of substance or preparation (charging/ discharging) from/ to vessels/ large containers at dedicated facilities

PROC10: Roller application or brushing PROC13: Treatment of articles by dipping and pouring PROC14: Production of preparations or articles by

tabletting, compression, extrusion, pelletisation PROC19: Hand-mixing with intimate contact and only PPE available


Amount used


(tonnes/year):

: 1110 ton(s)/year


: 100 %


: 0.2 %

Maximum daily site tonnage

(kg/day):

: 10 kg/day




Other given operational conditions affecting environmental exposure Number of emission days per : 220

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year

Emission or Release Factor: Air : 0.01 % Emission or Release Factor: Water

: 90 %

Emission or Release Factor: Soil : 0.5 % Remarks : EUSES A&B tables




: 2,000 m3/day


water

: 0 %


Activity : Industrial use Product characteristics


in Mixture/Article




Application duration : < 8 h












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Activity : General exposures, Non-dedicated facility, Material transfers

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2.11 Contributing scenario controlling worker exposure for: PROC13: Treatment of articles by dipping and pouring

Activity : General exposures, Dipping, immersion and pouring





preparation or articles by tabletting, compression,

extrusion or pelletisation

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When concentration is:, >5%, Wear suitable gloves tested to EN374. (Effectiveness (of a measure): 80 %)



Manual






Environment


Exposure Assessment

Method

Specific conditions

Compartment


RCR


EUSES Marine water

0.0064 mg/L 0.67


plant

0.57 mg/L 0.019


0.004

Workers


Exposure Assessment

Method


RCR


0.01 mg/m³ 0.003

Long term dermal

0.34 mg/kg bw/day

0.167


inhalation

0.01 mg/m3 0.01

Long term dermal

1.37 mg/kg bw/day

0.672


0.1 mg/m³ 0.028

Long term

dermal

0.343 mg/kg

bw/day

0.168

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inhalation

0.5 mg/m³ 0.139

Long term dermal

0.69 mg/kg bw/day

0.338


0.5 mg/m³ 0.139

Long term

dermal

0.69 mg/kg

bw/day

0.338


0.5 mg/m³ 0.139

Long term dermal

0.69 mg/kg bw/day

0.338


inhalation

0.1 mg/m³ 0.028

Long term dermal

0.69 mg/kg bw/day

0.338


0.3 mg/m³ 0.083

Long term

dermal

0.82 mg/kg

bw/day

0.402


0.1 mg/m³ 0.028

Long term dermal

0.69 mg/kg bw/day

0.338


inhalation

0.1 mg/m³ 0.028

Long term dermal

0.69 mg/kg bw/day

0.338


0.1 mg/m³ 0.028

Long term

dermal

1.4 mg/kg

bw/day

0.686

ERC4: Industrial use of processing aids in processes and products, not becoming part of

articles PROC1: Use in closed process, no likelihood of exposure PROC10: Roller application or brushing

PROC13: Treatment of articles by dipping and pouring PROC14: Production of preparations or articles by tabletting, compression, extrusion, pelletisation






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1. Short title of Exposure Scenario: Industrial use, Processing aid, Dustiness: Medium














: 1110 ton(s)/year


: 100 %


used locally:

: 0.2 %


: 10 kg/day





: 220

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: 90 %




plant effluent

: 2,000 m3/day


: 0 %





Physical Form (at time of use) : Solid, medium dustiness Vapour pressure : < 0.001 Pa

Frequency and duration of use Application duration : < 8 h Frequency of use : <= 365 days/year













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Batch process





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Activity : General exposures, Material transfers, Non-dedicated

facility



















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Manual


Avoid carrying out operation for more than 1 hour., Limit the substance content in the product to 5 %.



training. (Effectiveness (of a measure): 95 %) Wear a respirator conforming to EN140 with Type A/P2 filter or better. (Effectiveness (of a measure): 90 %)


Environment


Exposure Assessment

Method

Specific conditions

Compartment


RCR


EUSES Marine

water

0.0064 mg/L 0.67


plant

0.57 mg/L 0.019


0.004

Workers

Contributing

Scenario

Exposure

Assessment Method


Exposure

RCR


inhalation

0.01 mg/m³ 0.003

Long term dermal

0.34 mg/kg bw/day

0.167


0.5 mg/m3 0.132

Long term

dermal

0.27 mg/kg

bw/day

0.271

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inhalation

1 mg/m³ 0.278

Long term dermal

0.34 mg/kg bw/day

0.167


0.5 mg/m³ 0.338

Long term

dermal

0.69 mg/kg

bw/day

0.477


0.5 mg/m³ 0.139

Long term dermal

1.37 mg/kg bw/day

0.672


inhalation

0.5 mg/m³ 0.139

Long term dermal

1.371 mg/kg bw/day

0.672


1 mg/m³ 0.278

Long term

dermal

0.69 mg/kg

bw/day

0.338


1 mg/m³ 0.278

Long term dermal

0.69 mg/kg bw/day

0.338


inhalation

1 mg/m³ 0.278

Long term dermal

0.69 mg/kg bw/day

0.338


0.2 mg/m³ 0.056

Long term

dermal

1.4 mg/kg

bw/day

0.686

ERC4: Industrial use of processing aids in processes and products, not becoming part of

articles PROC1: Use in closed process, no likelihood of exposure PROC13: Treatment of articles by dipping and pouring

PROC14: Production of preparations or articles by tabletting, compression, extrusion, pelletisation PROC19: Hand-mixing with intimate contact and only PPE available





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1. Short title of Exposure Scenario: Industrial use, Processing aid, Dustiness: High














: 1110 ton(s)/year


: 100 %


used locally:

: 0.2 %


: 10 kg/day





: 220

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: 90 %




plant effluent

: 2,000 m3/day


: 0 %





Physical Form (at time of use) : Solid, high dustiness



Application duration : <= 8 h Frequency of use : <= 365 days/year

Other operational conditions affecting workers exposure Outdoor / Indoor : Indoor

Organisational measures to prevent /limit releases, dispersion and exposure Assumes a good basic standard of occupational hygiene is implemented, Ensure operatives are trained to minimise exposures., Clean equipment and the work area every day., Clear

spills immediately.







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Conditions and measures related to personal protection, hygiene and health evaluation Wear suitable gloves tested to EN374. (Effectiveness (of a measure): 80 %)




No specific measures identified., Handle substance within a closed system., Drain down and

flush system prior to equipment opening or maintenance.










Ensure material transfers are under containment or extract ventilation., Provide extract

ventilation to material transfer points and other openings. (Effectiveness (of a measure): 90 %)


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transfers










When concentration is:, >5%, Ensure material transfers are under containment or extract ventilation., Provide extract ventilation to material transfer points and other openings. (Effectiveness (of a measure): 90 %)





Activity : Dipping, immersion and pouring, General exposures

(open systems)






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Activity : General exposures (open systems), Production or preparation or articles by tabletting, compression, extrusion or pelletisation


Ensure material transfers are under containment or extract ventilation., Use dedicated equipment. (Effectiveness (of a measure): 90 %)

Conditions and measures related to personal protection, hygiene and health evaluati on Wear suitable gloves tested to EN374. (Effectiveness (of a measure): 80 %)



Manual


Limit the substance content in the product to 5 %., Avoid carrying out operation for more than 1 hour.





Environment


Exposure Assessment

Method

Specific conditions

Compartment


RCR


EUSES Marine

water

0.0064 mg/L 0.67


plant

0.57 mg/L 0.019


0.004

Workers

Contributing

Scenario

Exposure

Assessment Method


Exposure

RCR

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inhalation

0.01 mg/m³ 0.003

Long term dermal

0.34 mg/kg bw/day

0.167


1 mg/m3 0.278

Long term

dermal

0.27 mg/kg

bw/day

0.132


1 mg/m³ 0.278

Long term dermal

0.34 mg/kg bw/day

0.167


inhalation

1.5 mg/m³ 0.417

Long term dermal

0.41 mg/kg bw/day

0.201


1.5 mg/m³ 0.417

Long term

dermal

0.41 mg/kg

bw/day

0.201


1.8 mg/m³ 0.500

Long term dermal

0.41 mg/kg bw/day

0.201


inhalation

1.5 mg/m³ 0.417

Long term dermal

0.41 mg/kg bw/day

0.201


1.8 mg/m³ 0.500

Long term

dermal

0.41 mg/kg

bw/day

0.201


0.6 mg/m³ 0.167

Long term dermal

0.41 mg/kg bw/day

0.201


inhalation

0.3 mg/m³ 0.083

Long term dermal

1.4 mg/kg bw/day

0.691

ERC4: Industrial use of processing aids in processes and products, not becoming part of articles

PROC1: Use in closed process, no likelihood of exposure PROC13: Treatment of articles by dipping and pouring PROC14: Production of preparations or articles by tabletting, compression, extrusion,

pelletisation PROC19: Hand-mixing with intimate contact and only PPE available PROC2: Use in closed, continuous process with occasional controlled exposure

PROC3: Use in closed batch process (synthesis or formulation) PROC4: Use in batch and other process (synthesis) where opportunity for exposure arises PROC5: Mixing or blending in batch processes for formulation of preparations and articles

(multistage and/ or significant contact) PROC8a: Transfer of substance or preparation (charging/ discharging) from/ to vessels/ large containers at non-dedicated facilities

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PROC8b: Transfer of substance or preparation (charging/ discharging) from/ to vessels/





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1. Short title of Exposure Scenario: Professional use, Spraying

Main User Groups : SU 22: Professional uses: Public domain (administration,

education, entertainment, services, craftsmen)


: ERC8a, ERC8b, ERC8c, ERC8d, ERC8e, ERC8f, ERC9a, ERC9b: Wide dispersive indoor use of processing aids in open systems, Wide dispersive indoor use of reactive

substances in open systems, Wide dispersive indoor use resulting in inclusion into or onto a matrix, Wide dispersive outdoor use of processing aids in open

systems, Wide dispersive outdoor use of reactive substances in open systems, Wide dispersive outdoor use resulting in inclusion into or onto a matrix, Wide

dispersive indoor use of substances in closed systems, Wide dispersive outdoor use of substances in closed systems

Process categories : PROC11: Non industrial spraying

2.1 Contributing scenario controlling environmental exposure for: ERC8a: Wide dispersive indoor use of processing aids in open systems

Amount used


(tonnes/year):

: 600 ton(s)/year


: 10 %


: 0.2 %


Flow rate : 18,000 m3/day Dilution Factor (River) : 10 Dilution Factor (Coastal Areas) : 100



year

: 100

Emission or Release Factor: Air : 0 % Emission or Release Factor:

Water

: 99 %

Emission or Release Factor: Soil : 1 % Remarks : EUSES A&B tables



: 2,000 m3/day


: 0 %

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in Mixture/Article












2.3 Contributing scenario controlling worker exposure for: PROC11: Non industrial spraying

Activity : General exposures (open systems), Spraying


Limit the substance content in the product to 25 %., Avoid carrying out operation for more than 4 hours.



Environment


Exposure Assessment

Method

Specific conditions

Compartment


RCR

ERC8d EUSES Fresh water 0.05 mg/L 0.528

EUSES Marine

water

0.005 mg/L 0.523


0.43 mg/L 0.014

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plant


0.004

Workers


Exposure Assessment

Method


RCR


0.36 mg/m³ 0.1

Long term dermal

1.29 mg/kg bw/day

0.632

ERC8d: Wide dispersive outdoor use of processing aids in open systems PROC11: Non industrial spraying



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1. Short title of Exposure Scenario: Professional use, Processing aid, Dustiness: Low









PROC3: Use in closed batch process (synthesis or formulation) PROC4: Use in batch and other process (synthesis) where opportunity for exposure arises

PROC5: Mixing or blending in batch processes for formulation of preparations and articles (multistage and/ or significant contact)



PROC10: Roller application or brushing PROC13: Treatment of articles by dipping and pouring PROC14: Production of preparations or articles by

tabletting, compression, extrusion, pelletisation PROC19: Hand-mixing with intimate contact and only PPE available


Amount used


(tonnes/year):

: 600 ton(s)/year


: 10 %


: 0.2 %

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year

: 100


Water

: 99 %




: 2,000 m3/day


: 0 %




in Mixture/Article















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Technical conditions and measures No specific measures identified., Handle substance within a closed system., Drain down and flush system prior to equipment opening or maintenance.




Provide extraction ventilation at points where emissions occur., Ensure material transfers are under containment or extract ventilation. (Effectiveness (of a measure): 80 %)




Batch process


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transfers


Wear chemically resistant gloves (tested to EN374) in combination with specific a ctivity training. (Effectiveness (of a measure): 95 %)






Activity : General exposures (open systems), Rolling, Brushing, Equipment cleaning and maintenance









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measure): 80 %)


Activity : General exposures, Mixing operations (open systems), Manual







Environment

Contributing

Scenario

Exposure

Assessment Method

Specific

conditions

Compartme

nt

Value Level of

Exposure

RCR


EUSES Marine water

0.005 mg/L 0.523

EUSES Sewage

treatment plant

0.43 mg/L 0.014


dry weight

0.004

Workers


Exposure Assessment

Method


RCR


0.01 mg/m³ 0.003

Long term

dermal

0.34 mg/kg

bw/day

0.167

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inhalation

0.01 mg/m3 0.003

Long term dermal

1.37 mg/kg bw/day

0.168


0.1 mg/m³ 0.028

Long term

dermal

0.343 mg/kg

bw/day

0.168


0.2 mg/m³ 0.056

Long term dermal

0.69 mg/kg bw/day

0.338


inhalation

1 mg/m³ 0.278

Long term dermal

0.69 mg/kg bw/day

0.337


0.5 mg/m³ 0.139

Long term

dermal

0.69 mg/kg

bw/day

0.337


0.5 mg/m³ 0.139

Long term dermal

0.69 mg/kg bw/day

0.337


inhalation

0.3 mg/m³ 0.083

Long term dermal

0.82 mg/kg bw/day

0.403


0.5 mg/m³ 0.139

Long term

dermal

0.69 mg/kg

bw/day

0.337


1 mg/m³ 0.278

Long term dermal

0.69 mg/kg bw/day

0.338


inhalation

0.1 mg/m³ 0.028

Long term dermal

1.41 mg/kg bw/day

0.693

ERC8d: Wide dispersive outdoor use of processing aids in open systems PROC1: Use in closed process, no likelihood of exposure

PROC10: Roller application or brushing PROC13: Treatment of articles by dipping and pouring PROC14: Production of preparations or articles by tabletting, compression, extrusion,


PROC3: Use in closed batch process (synthesis or formulation) PROC4: Use in batch and other process (synthesis) where opportunity for exposure arises PROC5: Mixing or blending in batch processes for formulation of preparations and articles


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PROC8b: Transfer of substance or preparation (charging/ discharging) from/ to vessels/





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1. Short title of Exposure Scenario: Professional use, Processing aid, Dustiness: Medium

Main User Groups : SU 22: Professional uses: Public domain (administration, education, entertainment, services, craftsmen)


Categories

: ERC8a, ERC8b, ERC8c, ERC8d, ERC8e, ERC8f, ERC9a,

ERC9b: Wide dispersive indoor use of processing aids in open systems, Wide dispersive indoor use of reactive substances in open systems, Wide dispersive indoor use

resulting in inclusion into or onto a matrix, Wide dispersive outdoor use of processing aids in open systems, Wide dispersive outdoor use of reactive

substances in open systems, Wide dispersive outdoor use resulting in inclusion into or onto a matrix, Wide dispersive indoor use of substances in closed systems,

Wide dispersive outdoor use of substances in closed systems

Process categories : PROC1: Use in closed process, no likelihood of exposure

PROC2: Use in closed, continuous process with occasional controlled exposure PROC3: Use in closed batch process (synthesis or

formulation) PROC4: Use in batch and other process (synthesis) where opportunity for exposure arises







Amount used

Regional use tonnage (tonnes/year):

: 600 ton(s)/year

Fraction of EU tonnage used in

region:

: 10 %


: 0.2 %

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year

: 100


Water

: 99 %




: 2,000 m3/day


: 0 %




in Mixture/Article


to 100 % (unless stated differently). Physical Form (at time of use) : Solid, medium dustiness Vapour pressure : < 0.001 Pa













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Batch process


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When concentration is:, >5%, Drain down and flush system prior to equipment opening or

maintenance., Ensure material transfers are under containment or extract ventilation. (Effectiveness (of a measure): 80 %)









Activity : General exposures (open systems), Dipping, immersion and pouring


Ensure material transfers are under containment or extract ventilation., Provide extract

ventilation to material transfer points and other openings. (Effectiveness (of a measure): 80 %)

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Conditions and measures related to personal protection, hygiene and health evaluation When concentration is:, >5%, Wear suitable gloves tested to EN374. (Effectiveness (of a measure): 80 %)

Wear a disposable mask FFP1 (APF=4) or better (Effectiveness (of a measure): 75 %)




Avoid carrying out operation for more than 1 hour., Limit the substance content in the

product to 5 %.




Environment


Exposure Assessment

Method

Specific conditions

Compartment


RCR


EUSES Marine water

0.005 mg/L 0.523


plant

0.43 mg/L 0.014


0.004

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Workers


Exposure Assessment

Method


RCR


0.01 mg/m³ 0.003

Long term

dermal

0.34 mg/kg

bw/day

0.167


1 mg/m3 0.278

Long term dermal

0.27 mg/kg bw/day

0.132


inhalation

1 mg/m³ 0.278

Long term dermal

0.34 mg/kg bw/day

0.167


0.5 mg/m³ 0.139

Long term

dermal

0.69 mg/kg

bw/day

0.338


1 mg/m³ 0.278

Long term dermal

0.69 mg/kg bw/day

0.337


inhalation

1 mg/m³ 0.278

Long term dermal

0.69 mg/kg bw/day

0.337


1 mg/m³ 0.278

Long term

dermal

0.69 mg/kg

bw/day

0.337


1 mg/m³ 0.278

Long term dermal

0.69 mg/kg bw/day

0.337


inhalation

1.25 mg/m³ 0.347

Long term dermal

0.69 mg/kg bw/day

0.338


0.2 mg/m³ 0.056

Long term

dermal

1.41 mg/kg

bw/day

0.693

ERC8d: Wide dispersive outdoor use of processing aids in open systems

PROC1: Use in closed process, no likelihood of exposure PROC13: Treatment of articles by dipping and pouring PROC14: Production of preparations or articles by tabletting, compression, extrusion,



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PROC5: Mixing or blending in batch processes for formulation of preparations and articles





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1. Short title of Exposure Scenario: Professional use, Processing aid, Dustiness: High

















: 600 ton(s)/year


: 10 %


used locally:

: 0.2 %


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Other given operational conditions affecting environmental exposure Number of emission days per year

: 100

Emission or Release Factor: Air : 0 % Emission or Release Factor: Water

: 99 %





: 2,000 m3/day


water

: 0 %




Physical Form (at time of use) : Solid, high dustiness Vapour pressure : < 0.001 Pa












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Organisational measures to prevent /limit releases, dispersion and exposure Avoid carrying out operation for more than 4 hours.

Conditions and measures related to personal protection, hygiene and health evaluation Wear suitable gloves tested to EN374. (Effectiveness (of a measure): 80 %)













Batch process


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measure): 90 %)







measure): 90 %)








Activity : Dipping, immersion and pouring, General exposures

(open systems)

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Manual


Avoid carrying out operation for more than 1 hour., Limit the substance content in the product to 5 %.





Environment


Exposure Assessment

Method

Specific conditions

Compartment


RCR


EUSES Marine 0.005 mg/L 0.523

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water


plant

0.43 mg/L 0.014


0.004

Workers


Exposure Assessment

Method


RCR


0.1 mg/m³ 0.028

Long term dermal

0.34 mg/kg bw/day

0.167


inhalation

1.8 mg/m3 0.5

Long term dermal

0.16 mg/kg bw/day

0.078


1.8 mg/m³ 0.5

Long term

dermal

0.34 mg/kg

bw/day

0.167


1.8 mg/m³ 0.5

Long term dermal

0.41 mg/kg bw/day

0.201


inhalation

1.8 mg/m³ 0.5

Long term dermal

0.41 mg/kg bw/day

0.201


1.8 mg/m³ 0.5

Long term

dermal

0.41 mg/kg

bw/day

0.201


1.8 mg/m³ 0.5

Long term dermal

0.41 mg/kg bw/day

0.201


inhalation

1.8 mg/m³ 0.5

Long term dermal

0.41 mg/kg bw/day

0.201


1.8 mg/m³ 0.5

Long term

dermal

0.41 mg/kg

bw/day

0.201


0.2 mg/m³ 0.056

Long term dermal

1.41 mg/kg bw/day

0.693


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PROC1: Use in closed process, no likelihood of exposure









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1. Short title of Exposure Scenario: Industrial use, Building and construction work




: ERC5: Industrial use resulting in inclusion into or onto a matrix

Process categories : PROC5: Mixing or blending in batch processes for



discharging) from/ to vessels/ large containers at dedicated facilities PROC10: Roller application or brushing

PROC14: Production of preparations or articles by tabletting, compression, extrusion, pelletisation PROC19: Hand-mixing with intimate contact and only PPE

available PROC24: High (mechanical) energy work-up of substances bound in materials and/ or articles

2.1 Contributing scenario controlling environmental exposure for: ERC5: Industrial use resulting in inclusion into or onto a matrix


: 15260 ton(s)/year


: 100 %


used locally:

: 0.2 %


: 138 kg/day





: 220

Emission or Release Factor: Air : 0 %


: 1 %


Remarks : EFCC SPERC 8F.1a.v1

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plant effluent

: 2,000 m3/day


: 0 %

















Batch process




transfers

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Activity : General exposures (open systems), Rolling, Brushing, Equipment cleaning and maintenance







Activity : General exposures (open systems), Production or preparation or articles by tabletting, compression, extrusion or pelletisation





Manual


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2.9 Contributing scenario controlling worker exposure for: PROC24: High (mechanical) energy work-up of substances bound in materials and/ or articles

Activity : General exposures (open systems), Roller, spreader, flow application, Drill floor operations





Environment

Contributing

Scenario

Exposure

Assessment Method

Specific

conditions

Compartme

nt

Value Level of

Exposure

RCR


EUSES Marine water

0.176 mg/L 0.087

EUSES Sewage

treatment plant

0.017 mg/L 0.0005


dry weight

0.0007

Workers


Exposure Assessment

Method


RCR


0.5 mg/m³ 0.139

Long term

dermal

0.69 mg/kg

bw/day

0.338


0.5 mg/m³ 0.139

Long term dermal

0.69 mg/kg bw/day

0.338


inhalation

0.1 mg/m³ 0.028

Long term dermal

0.69 mg/kg bw/day

0.338


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inhalation

Long term dermal

0.82 mg/kg bw/day

0.402


inhalation

0.1 mg/m³ 0.028

Long term dermal

0.69 mg/kg bw/day

0.338


0.1 mg/m³ 0.028

Long term

dermal

0.34 mg/kg

bw/day

0.167


0.1 mg/m³ 0.028

Long term dermal

1.4 mg/kg bw/day

0.686


inhalation

1 mg/m³ 0.278

Long term dermal

0.57 mg/kg bw/day

0.279

ERC5: Industrial use resulting in inclusion into or onto a matrix PROC10: Roller application or brushing

PROC14: Production of preparations or articles by tabletting, compression, extrusion, pelletisation PROC15: Use as laboratory reagent

PROC19: Hand-mixing with intimate contact and only PPE available PROC24: High (mechanical) energy work-up of substances bound in materials and/ or articles





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1. Short title of Exposure Scenario: Professional use, Building and construction work




: ERC8a, ERC8d: Wide dispersive indoor use of processing aids in open systems, Wide dispersive outdoor use of processing aids in open systems

Process categories : PROC5: Mixing or blending in batch processes for formulation of preparations and articles (multistage and/ or significant contact)



PROC10: Roller application or brushing PROC14: Production of preparations or articles by tabletting, compression, extrusion, pelletisation



Amount used


(tonnes/year):

: 15260 ton(s)/year


: 10 %


: 0.2 %





year

: 365


Water

: 1 %

Emission or Release Factor: Soil : 3.7 % Remarks : EFCC SPERC 8F.1a.v1

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: 2,000 m3/day


: 0 %




in Mixture/Article


to 100 % (unless stated differently). Physical Form (at time of use) : Solid, low dustiness












Batch process





transfers

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measure): 80 %)



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2.9 Contributing scenario controlling worker exposure for: PROC24: High (mechanical) energy work-up of substances bound in materials and/ or articles

Activity : General exposures (open systems), Roller, spreader, flow

application, Drill floor operations




Environment


Exposure Assessment

Method

Specific conditions

Compartment


RCR


EUSES Marine

water

0.0076 mg/L 0.8


plant

1.2 mg/L 0.4


0.06

Workers

Contributing

Scenario

Exposure

Assessment Method


Exposure

RCR


inhalation

1 mg/m³ 0.278

Long term dermal

0.69 mg/kg bw/day

0.337


0.5 mg/m³ 0.139

Long term

dermal

0.69 mg/kg

bw/day

0.337

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inhalation

0.5 mg/m³ 0.139

Long term dermal

0.69 mg/kg bw/day

0.337


0.3 mg/m³ 0.083

Long term

dermal

0.82 mg/kg

bw/day

0.403


1 mg/m³ 0.278

Long term dermal

0.69 mg/kg bw/day

0.338


inhalation

0.1 mg/m³ 0.028

Long term dermal

1.41 mg/kg bw/day

0.693


0.2 mg/m³ 0.056

Long term

dermal

0.57 mg/kg

bw/day

0.279


PROC10: Roller application or brushing PROC14: Production of preparations or articles by tabletting, compression, extrusion, pelletisation






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1. Short title of Exposure Scenario: Professional use, Used as laboratory reagent




: ERC8a: Wide dispersive indoor use of processing aids in open systems

Process categories : PROC10: Roller application or brushing

PROC15: Use as laboratory reagent


Amount used


(tonnes/year):

: 75 ton(s)/year


: 10 %


: 0.2 %





year

: 20


Water

: 100 %





: 2,000 m3/day


water

: 0 %





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Activity : General exposures, Laboratory activities, Small scale,

Manual

Technical conditions and measures No specific measures identified.


Environment


Exposure Assessment

Method

Specific conditions

Compartment


RCR

ERC8a EUSES Fresh water 0.013 mg/L 0.135

EUSES Marine water

0.0012 mg/L 0.13

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EUSES Sewage

treatment plant

0.058 mg/L 0.002


dry weight

0.001

Workers


Exposure Assessment

Method


RCR


0.3 mg/m³ 0.083

Long term

dermal

0.82 mg/kg

bw/day

0.403


0.1 mg/m³ 0.028

Long term dermal

0.34 mg/kg bw/day

0.167

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