Material Safety Data Sheet
PBS PLUG RETARDER™
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCES/PREPARATION AND THE COMPANY UNDERTAKING
Product Name PBS PLUG RETARDER™
Application Retarder agent for PBS PLUG™ system
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. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical description Magnesium chloride hexahydrate
Hazardous ingredients This product doesn't contain relevant concentrations of compounds
classified as hazardous according to EC regulation
EINECS-No. N/A
CAS-No. N/A
3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
Inhalation Avoid generating dusts. Repeated or prolonged exposure may irritate
the respiratory tract.
Skin contact Avoid contact with skin. May cause irritation with prolonged contact.
Eye contact May cause mild irritation
Ingestion Do not take internally.
Human health hazards - Chronic No data available
Environmental hazards No adverse effects expected. Do not contaminate water courses
Physical and chemical hazards If heated to decomposition, it emits corrosive vapours (hydrochloric
acid). If heated above 300 °C, it emit toxic fumes (chlorine)
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation Remove to fresh air. Obtain medical attention
Skin contact Remove contaminating clothing. Wash off affected area with plenty
of water
Eye contact Gently irrigate with water for at least 15’. Obtain medical attention
Ingestion Rinse mouth immediately and repeatedly with water. Obtain medical
attention
Other information
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5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing media In case of fire use water spray, foam, powder, carbon dioxide
Unsuitable extinguishing media None
Fire and explosion hazard If heated to decomposition, it emits corrosive vapours (hydrochloric
acid). If heated above 300 °C, it emit toxic fumes (chlorine)
Protective equipment In case of fire wear a full face positive pressure self contained
breathing apparatus and protective suit
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact with eyes and skin
Environmental precautions Do not contaminate water courses
Methods for cleaning up Remove as much as possible with broom, scoop or vacuum.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling Avoid dust formation, maintain good ventilation and clean area
Storage conditions Keep product dry. Store under cover
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering measures General ventilation is recommended; local exhaust ventilation
Exposure limits (ACGIH 2004) This product doesn’t contain any ingredient that has an established
exposure limit. However:
Magnesium oxide fumes:
TLV-TWA = (10 mg/m³)
Personal protection equipment:
Respiratory protection Dust mask (when required by use conditions)
Hand/skin protection Impervious gloves. Standard protective clothing
Eye protection Safety glasses
Hygiene measures Eye-wash fountain near-by
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Form Flakes
Colour White
Odour None
Boiling point N/A
Melting point 244 °C
Flash point - (PMCC) N/A
Auto ignition N/A
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Explosion limits N/A
Vapour pressure N/A
Relative density Approx. 1,6
Solubility in water Complete
pH (1 % aqueous solution) 9,5
Viscosity N/A
Bulk density N/E
Freezing point N/A
Pour point N/A
Abbreviations: N/A = Not Applicable - N/E = Not Evaluated
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability Stable
Conditions to avoid Moisture
Materials to avoid Strong acids, strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous decomposition products If heated to decomposition, it emits corrosive vapours (hydrochloric
acid). If heated above 300 °C, it emit toxic fumes (chlorine)
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute toxicity No data available
Primary irritation skin/eye Can cause mild irritation
Sensitisation No adverse effects expected
Chronic toxicity data No data available
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Persistency and degradation Not applicable
Mobility and Bioaccumulation Solubility and mobility: high.
Bioaccumulation: no adverse effects expected.
Ecotoxicological effects
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Do not discharge into drains or the environment, dispose to an authorized waste collection point
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Description Not regulated
UN Number N/A
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Packing group N/A
ADR/RID
Class ADR 2003 Label: --
ADR 2003 Classif. Code: --
Hazard Identification
IMDG
Class Subsidiary risk: --
Em S
IATA
Class
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
EC Classification Not regulated
Hazard Symbol None
contains:
Risk Phrases
Safety Phrases S22: Do not breathe dust.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
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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