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SAFETY DATA SHEET
HECELLOSE(TM) HYDROXYETHYL CELLULOSE HEC
COMMISSION REGULATION (EU) 2015/830 of 28 May 2015.
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
1.1. Product identifier
Product name HECELLOSE(TM) HYDROXYETHYL CELLULOSE HEC
1.2. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Identified uses Paint. Thickener. Personal care product. Construction additive.
1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Supplier (OR of Lotte Fine Chemical CO.,LTD.)
KIST Europe, Campus E71
Universitaet des Saarlandes
66123, Saarbruecken
Germany
Tel: +49 681 9382 334
Fax: +49 681 9382 319
[email protected]Manufacturer Lotte Fine Chemical CO.,LTD.
Yeocheon-ro 19, 217 beon-gil,
Nam-gu, Ulsan,
44714, South Korea
Tel: +82-52-270-6700
Fax: +82-52-270-6739
[email protected]1.4. Emergency telephone number
Emergency telephone +49 551 19240
GIZ-Nord, Goettingen, Germany (English only)
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification (EC/1272/2008)
Physical hazards Not Classified
Health hazards Not Classified
Environmental hazards Not Classified
2.2. Label elements
Hazard statements EUH208 Contains Glyoxal. May produce an allergic reaction.
2.3. Other hazards
This product does not contain any substances classified as PBT or vPvB.
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.2. Mixtures
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HECELLOSE > 98%
CAS number: 9004-62-0
Classification
Not Classified
Glyoxal < 0.3%
CAS number: 107-22-2 EC number: 203-474-9
Classification
Acute Tox. 4 - H332
Skin Irrit. 2 - H315
Eye Irrit. 2 - H319
Skin Sens. 1 - H317
Muta. 2 - H341
STOT SE 3 - H335
The full text for all hazard statements is displayed in Section 16.
SECTION 4: First aid measures
4.1. Description of first aid measures
General information Get medical attention if any discomfort continues.
Inhalation Move affected person to fresh air at once. For breathing difficulties, oxygen may be
necessary. Keep affected person warm and at rest. Get medical attention immediately. Get
medical attention if any discomfort continues.
Ingestion Ingestion of large amounts may be harmful. Get medical attention promptly if symptoms occur
after washing.
Skin contact Remove contaminated clothing immediately and wash skin with soap and water. Continue to
rinse for at least 15 minutes.
Eye contact Rinse immediately with plenty of water. Remove any contact lenses and open eyelids wide
apart. Continue to rinse for at least 15 minutes.
4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
General information Get medical attention promptly if symptoms occur after washing.
Inhalation Repeated exposure may cause chronic upper respiratory irritation. Irritation of nose, throat
and airway.
Ingestion Ingestion of large amounts may be harmful.
Skin contact Skin irritation.
Eye contact May cause temporary eye irritation. Prolonged contact may cause redness and/or tearing.
Conjunctivitis, irritation, tearing.
4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Notes for the doctor No specific recommendations. Treat symptomatically.
SECTION 5: Firefighting measures
5.1. Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media Water spray, foam, dry powder or carbon dioxide.
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5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Hazardous combustion Thermal decomposition or combustion products may include the following substances:
products Aldehydes. Carbon dioxide (CO2). Carbon monoxide (CO). Acrid smoke or fumes.
5.3. Advice for firefighters
Protective actions during Forceful spray of fire extinguish agents may cause dust explosion. Dust may form explosive
firefighting mixture with air. Move containers from fire area if it can be done without risk. Cool containers
exposed to flames with water until well after the fire is out. Do not scatter spilled material with
more water than needed to fight the fire. Cool containers exposed to heat with water spray
and remove them from the fire area if it can be done without risk. Evacuate area.
Special protective equipment Wear chemical protective suit. Wear positive-pressure self-contained breathing apparatus
for firefighters (SCBA) and appropriate protective clothing.
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Personal precautions Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid inhalation of dust and vapours. Take care as floors
and other surfaces may become slippery. For personal protection, see Section 8. Put on
protective equipment before entering danger area.
6.2. Environmental precautions
Environmental precautions Avoid release to the environment. Avoid the spillage or runoff entering drains, sewers or
watercourses. Avoid discharge into drains or watercourses or onto the ground.
6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up Avoid generation and spreading of dust. Provide adequate ventilation. Wash thoroughly after
dealing with a spillage. Collect and place in suitable waste disposal containers and seal
securely.
6.4. Reference to other sections
Reference to other sections For waste disposal, see section 13. For personal protection, see Section 8.
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1. Precautions for safe handling
Usage precautions Provide adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing dust. Follow precautions for safe handling
described in this safety data sheet. Eliminate all sources of ignition. No smoking, sparks,
flames or other sources of ignition near spillage. Provide adequate ventilation. Earth container
and transfer equipment to eliminate sparks from static electricity. Dust may form explosive
mixture with air.
7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage precautions Store in tightly-closed, original container in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Keep away
from heat, sparks and open flame. Dust may form explosive mixture with air. Protect from
moisture.
7.3. Specific end use(s)
Specific end use(s) The identified uses for this product are detailed in Section 1.2.
SECTION 8: Exposure Controls/personal protection
8.1. Control parameters
DNEL Not available.
PNEC Not available.
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DNEL Not available.
PNEC Not available.
8.2. Exposure controls
Protective equipment
Appropriate engineering Use mechanical ventilation if there is a risk of handling causing formation of airborne dust.
controls Earth container and transfer equipment to eliminate sparks from static electricity.
Eye/face protection The following protection should be worn: Chemical splash goggles. Eyewear complying with
an approved standard should be worn if a risk assessment indicates eye contact is possible.
Unless the assessment indicates a higher degree of protection is required, the following
protection should be worn: Tight-fitting safety glasses.
Hand protection Chemical-resistant, impervious gloves complying with an approved standard should be worn if
a risk assessment indicates skin contact is possible. Nitrile rubber. Rubber (natural, latex).
Neoprene. Polyvinyl chloride (PVC).
Other skin and body Wear apron or protective clothing in case of contact.
protection
Hygiene measures Provide eyewash station. Eating, smoking and water fountains prohibited in immediate work
area. Wash hands at the end of each work shift and before eating, smoking and using the
toilet. Wash hands after handling.
Respiratory protection Wear a respirator fitted with the following cartridge: Dust, mist and fume filter. Use
engineering controls to reduce air contamination to permissible exposure level.
SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance Powder.
Colour Beige. White.
Odour Characteristic.
pH pH (concentrated solution): 6-8.5, 10g/l, at 20 °C
Melting point Not applicable.
Initial boiling point and range Not applicable.
Flash point Not applicable.
Evaporation rate Not available.
Bulk density 200-600 kg/m³ at 20 °C.
Solubility(ies) Miscible with water.
Partition coefficient Not available.
Auto-ignition temperature 460°C
Decomposition Temperature Not available.
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Viscosity Not available.
Explosive properties Not available.
9.2. Other information
Particle size Not available.
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1. Reactivity
Reactivity No data available.
10.2. Chemical stability
Stability Stable at normal ambient temperatures and when used as recommended.
10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions
Possibility of hazardous Not available.
reactions
10.4. Conditions to avoid
Conditions to avoid Avoid heat, flames and other sources of ignition. Moisture.
10.5. Incompatible materials
Materials to avoid Oxidising materials.
10.6. Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition Oxides of carbon. Thermal decomposition or combustion may liberate carbon oxides and
products other toxic gases or vapours.
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
11.1. Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity - oral
Notes (oral LD₅₀) Not available.
Acute toxicity - dermal
Notes (dermal LD₅₀) Not available.
Acute toxicity - inhalation
Notes (inhalation LC₅₀) Not available.
Skin corrosion/irritation
Human skin model test Not available.
Extreme pH Not available.
Serious eye damage/irritation
Serious eye damage/irritation Not available.
Germ cell mutagenicity
Genotoxicity - in vitro Not available.
Carcinogenicity
Carcinogenicity Not available.
IARC carcinogenicity Not listed.
Reproductive toxicity
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Reproductive toxicity - fertility Not available.
Reproductive toxicity - Not available.
development
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure
STOT - single exposure Not available.
Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure
STOT - repeated exposure Not available.
Aspiration hazard
Aspiration hazard Not available.
SECTION 12: Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity There are no data on the ecotoxicity of this product.
12.1. Toxicity
Acute toxicity - fish Not available.
Acute toxicity - aquatic Not available.
invertebrates
Acute toxicity - aquatic plants Not available.
Acute toxicity - Not available.
microorganisms
Acute toxicity - terrestrial Not available.
Chronic toxicity - fish early life Not available.
stage
Short term toxicity - embryo Not available.
and sac fry stages
12.2. Persistence and degradability
Persistence and degradability Not available. No data available.
12.3. Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulative potential No data available on bioaccumulation.
Partition coefficient Not available.
12.4. Mobility in soil
Mobility Not available.
Adsorption/desorption Not available.
coefficient
Henry's law constant Not available.
Surface tension Not available.
12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
Results of PBT and vPvB This product does not contain any substances classified as PBT or vPvB.
assessment
12.6. Other adverse effects
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Other adverse effects Not available.
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
13.1. Waste treatment methods
General information Avoid the spillage or runoff entering drains, sewers or watercourses. Dispose of waste via a
licensed waste disposal contractor. Waste material and any included combustible absorbent
and containers should be suitable for incineration at an approved facility.
Disposal methods Dispose of waste to licensed waste disposal site in accordance with the requirements of the
local Waste Disposal Authority. Confirm disposal procedures with environmental engineer and
local regulations.
SECTION 14: Transport information
General The product is not covered by international regulations on the transport of dangerous goods
(IMDG, IATA, ADR/RID).
14.1. UN number
Not applicable.
14.2. UN proper shipping name
Not applicable.
14.3. Transport hazard class(es)
Not applicable.
14.4. Packing group
Not applicable.
14.5. Environmental hazards
Environmentally hazardous substance/marine pollutant
No.
14.6. Special precautions for user
Not applicable.
14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL and the IBC Code
Transport in bulk according to Not applicable.
Annex II of MARPOL 73/78
and the IBC Code
SECTION 15: Regulatory information
15.1. Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
National regulations No listing known.
Authorisations (Title VII No specific authorisations are known for this product.
Regulation 1907/2006)
Restrictions (Title VIII No specific restrictions on use are known for this product.
Regulation 1907/2006)
15.2. Chemical safety assessment
No chemical safety assessment has been carried out.
SECTION 16: Other information
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Abbreviations and acronyms HEC : hydroxyethylcellulose.
used in the safety data sheet
Classification procedures Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16
according to Regulation (EC) December 2008 on classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures (as
1272/2008 amended).
Revision comments Glyoxal is added to pure HEC as an ingredient.
Issued by KIST Europe
Revision date 14/10/2016
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SDS status Approved.
Hazard statements in full H315 Causes skin irritation.
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H332 Harmful if inhaled.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects.
EUH208 Contains Glyoxal. May produce an allergic reaction.
This 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. Such information is, to the best of the company's knowledge and belief, accurate
and reliable as of the date indicated. However, no warranty, guarantee or representation is made to its accuracy, reliability or
completeness. It is the user's responsibility to satisfy himself as to the suitability of such information for his own particular use.
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