Material Safety Data Sheet
AVA QUICKDRILL
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCES/PREPARATION AND THE COMPANY UNDERTAKING
Product Name AVA QUICKDRILL
Application Shale stabilizer
Supplier Ava S.p.A.
via Salaria 1313/C
00138 ROMA
Italy
Emergency telephone number Off.: +39 06 885611324; +39 06 885611326; +39 06 885611373
Mob.: +39 3355897280; +39 3355234619; +39 3355710385
Telefax +39-06-8889363
2. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
Skin contact Repeated or prolonged contact may produce defeating of the skin
leading to irritation and dermatitis.
Eye contact Liquid can cause conjunctiva irritation and transient corneal damage.
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical description Terpene oils
Hazardous Ingredients 90% - 100% Terpene oil mixture, terpineole isomers. Xi R52/53
R36/38
EINECS-No.
CAS-No.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Skin contact Take off contaminated clothing. Wash off affected area with plenty of
water. If skin irritation persists, obtain medical attention
Eye contact Immediately gently irrigate with plenty of water for at least 10’.
Obtain medical attention
Ingestion Rinse mouth repeatedly with water. Induce vomiting only on medical
advice. Obtain medical attention
Other information
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing media In case of fire use foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
Unsuitable extinguishing media Water. It should only be used to cool containers exposed to flames
and to prevent explosions
Fire and explosion hazard None
Protective equipment In case of fire wear a full face positive pressure self contained
breathing apparatus and protective clothing
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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions Wear mask, gloves and other appropriate protective clothing
Environmental precautions Absorb fluid losses with sand. Do not discharge into drains or the
environment
Methods for cleaning up Small spills: soak up with inert absorbent material. Large spills: dam
up.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling Avoid generating aerosol/mists. Avoid contact with eyes and skin.
Wear suitable protective clothing
Storage conditions Storage area should be: cool, dry, and well ventilated. Store in
original containers.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering measures General ventilation is recommended
Exposure limits (ACGIH 2006) No exposure limit established
Personal protection equipment
Respiratory protection Respiratory protection needed.
Hand/skin protection PVC or rubber gloves
Eye protection Safety glasses
Hygiene measures Eyewash fountain near-by. Keep a safety shower available
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Form Liquid
Colour Colourless or light amber
Odour Pine odour
Boiling point N/A
Melting point -74 °C ca.
Flash point - (PMCC) >80 °C
Auto ignition N/A
Explosion limits N/A
Vapour pressure (@ 20 °C) N/A
Relative density (@ 15 °C) 0.94 g/cm³
Solubility in water Not miscible
pH N/A
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Viscosity (@ 40 °C) N/A
Bulk density N/A
Freezing point N/A
Pour point N/A
Abbreviations: N/A = Not Applicable - N/E = Not Evaluated
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability Stable under normal conditions
Conditions to avoid None
Materials to avoid None
Hazardous decomposition products None
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute toxicity LD50 (oral rat) = 1000-2000 mg/kg
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Persistency and degradation No data available
Mobility and Bioaccumulation No adverse effects expected
Ecotoxicological effects R52/53 May cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic
environment. Harmful to aquatic organisms
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Do not discharge into drains or the environment, dispose to an authorized waste collection point
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Description Pine oil
UN Number 1272
Packing group III
ADR/RID
Class 3 ADR 2007 Label: 3
ADR 2007 Classif. code:
Hazard identification: 30
·
IMDG
Subsidiary risk:
Class 3
Em S F-E, S-E
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15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
EC Classification [Link]. 3/2/1997 n. 52
[Link]. 14/3/2003 n. 65
[Link]. 2/2/2002 n. 25
D.M. Lavoro 26/02/2004
Hazard Symbol Xi Irritant
contains: Terpene oils
Risk Phrases R41: Risk of serious damage to the eyes
R38: Irritating to skin.
Safety Phrases S24/25: Avoid contact with skin and eyes
S26: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of
water and seek medical advice
S37: Wear suitable gloves
S38: In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equi
S39: Wear eye/face protection
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Bibliography:
ECDIN – Environmental Chemicals Data and Information Network – Joint research centre, Commission of the European
Communities
SAX’s DANGEROUS PROPERTIES OF INDUSTRIAL MATERIALS – Eight Edition – Van Nostrand Reinold
ACGIH – Threshold limit values – 2004 Edition
This material safety data sheet provides health and safety information. The product is to be used in applications consistent
with AVA technology. Individuals handling this product should be informed of the safety precautions and should have
access to this information.
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