WATER TREATMENT

Terrafloc 5444
Safety Data Sheet Rev. No. 02/2019/5444

Date issued: 02 January 2019

1. Identification of Product and Company

Product Name: Terrafloc 5444

1.1 Type of product: Blend of water treatment application materials
1.2 Company:
PT. Behn Meyer Performance Chemicals
Taman Tekno BSD Block B-1, Sector XI
Tangerang 15314, Indonesia
Telephone: +62 21 756-5000, Facsimile: +62 21 756 0860/0870
www.behnmeyer.com
1.3 Emergency telephone: +62 21 756-5000
1.4 Use: Flocculants for Industrial water & waste water applications

2. Composition /Information on ingredients

Substance name: % ( weight )

Anionic polyacrylamide 100
Other non – hazardous ingredients none

3. Hazards Identification

3.1 Classification of the substance

Classification according to paragraph (d) of 29 CFR 1910:1200

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3.2 Label elements

Labelling according to paragraph (f) of 29 CFR 1910:1200:
Hazard symbol (s) : No hazard symbol
Signal word : Does not require a warning signal
Pictograms : -
Hazard statement(s) : -
Classification :
Based on the GHS criteria, this product does not need classification.
Label elements and precautionary statement:
Based on GHS criteria, this product does not require a warning sign of danger.
Other hazards that do not affect classification:
Very slippery when wet.
This type of product has a tendency to create dust if handled roughly.
This product not flammable but with organic dust, dust clouds are flammable
can form in the air. Products under certain conditions can cause a dust explosion.

4. First Aid Measures

4.1 Inhalation: Move to fresh air

4.2 Skin Contact: Wash affected areas thoroughly with soap and water. for at
least 15 minutes.
4.3 Eye Contact: On contact flush eyes liberally with low pressure water for at
least 15 minutes.
Obtain medical attention if symptoms persist.
4.4 Swallowing: Give plenty of water to drink, Clear mouth, nose and throat.
Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention.

5. Fire Fighting Measures

5.1 Fire hazard:

Suitable fire extinguishing media:
Dry powder, foam

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Unsuitable fire extinguishing media due to safety reasons:

water with high pressure
5.2 Specific hazards:
carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides
Substances / functional groups of these substances can be released in case of fire.
Very slippery when wet.
Additional information:
If water is used, limit pedestrian and vehicle traffic in areas where danger
Slipping / slipping may occur.

6. Accidental Release Measures

Spill / Leak Procedures :

Small Spills: Absorb spill with paper towel or similar absorbent; or flush to sewer
or ground with large amounts of water
Large Spills: For large spills, dike far ahead of liquid spill for later disposal. Do
not release into sewers or waterway. Absorb spill with vermiculite,
oil dry or similar non-reactant absorbent.
Cleanup: Accumulate the absorbed materials and dispose of according to
federal, state and local regulations.
Regulatory Requirements : Follow applicable OSHA regulations 29 CFR 1910.1200

7. Handling and Storage

7.1 Handling: Use the recommended safety controls and personal protective
Precautions equipment as outlined.
Fully review all data before handling of the material it self.
Avoid contact with skin or eyes. Avoid breathing dust or mist.
Keep from contact with clothing and other combustible materials.
Observe good personal hygiene and housekeeping practices.
7.2 Storage: Do not store this material near any strong acids, bases, oxidizers,
flammables or any other type of reactive material.
Do not expose the material to extreme temperatures.

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7.3 Regulatory requirements:

Store materials according to all local, state and federal guidelines that are
established.

8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection

Exposure limits:
Particles, not otherwise specified, respirable
TWA value 4 mg / m3 (ACGIH-Threshold Value), Particulates that can be inhaled
Particles, not otherwise specified, inhalable
TWA value of 10 mg / m3 (ACGIH-Threshold Value), Particulates that can be
inhaled
Personal protective equipment
1. Respiratory protection:
Respiratory protection suitable for low concentrations or short-term effects:
Particle filter
type P2 or FFP2, (moderate efficiency for solid and liquid particles, for example
EN 143,149)
2. Hand Protector:
Chemical resistant safety gloves.
Suitable material is also for long-term and direct contact
(Recommended: Protective index 6: shows the permeation time according to EN
374> 480
minutes): for example: nitrile rubber (0.4 mm), chloroprene rubber (0.5 mm),
polyvinylchloride (0.7 mm) and others
Additional notes: Product specifications depend on testing, from literature data
and information from a glove manufacturing company or derived from products
that have ingredients that are same. Due to several conditions (for example
temperature), the time to use gloves The security must be shorter than the time
needed to break based on
EN 374.
Instructions for use from the manufacturing company must be considered
because of its type very much.
3. Eye protection:
Safety glasses with side protectors.

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4. Body armor:
lightweight safety clothing

General safety and hygiene measures:

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practices. Ensure
ventilationadequate.
Recommended to use closed work clothes and don't eat, drink, smoke at work.

9. Physical and Chemical Properties

9.1 Appearance : White granules-powder

9.2 Odor : Odorless
9.3 pH-value (0.1% Sol 25°C) : 6.5 ± 1.0
9.4 Boiling point : not applicable
9.5 Flash point : not applicable
9.6 Flammability : not applicable
9.7 Auto ignition temp : product is not self igniting
9.8 Explosive / oxidizing : not applicable
9.9 Vapour pressure : not applicable
9.10 Viscosity (Cps) : 175 ± 50 @ 0.1 % Solution
9.11 Bulk density (g/cm3) : 0,7 – 0,9
9.12 Solubility in water : Soluble to form viscous solution

10. Stability and Reactivity

Conditions to avoid:
Avoid extreme temperatures Avoid humidity.
Thermal decomposition: No decomposition if stored and handled accordingly
with advice.
Substances to avoid: strong acids, strong bases, strong oxidizing agents
Corrosion to metals: No corrosive effect on metal.
Dangerous reaction:

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The product is not at risk of causing dust explosions; but the amount of dust
increases greatly can cause a risk of explosive fine deb
Hazardous decomposition products:
No hazardous decomposition products if stored and handled accordingly
Recommendation.

11. Toxicological Information

Acute toxicity
Experiment / calculation data:
LD50 rat (oral):> 5,000 mg / kg (OECD Guideline 401)

Irritation
Experiment / calculation data:
Skin corrosion / irritation rabbit: non-irritant (OECD Guideline 404)
Serious eye damage / irritation rabbit: non-irritant
Respiratory / skin sensitization
Assessment of sensation: Based on available data, the classification criteria are
not met.
Experiment / calculation data: Does not cause sensitization.
Germ cell mutagenicity
Assessment of mutagenicity: Based on the ingredients, there is no suspicion of a
mutagenic effect.
Carcinogenicity
Assessment of carcinogenicity:
All known information shows no indication of a carcinogenic effect.
Reproductive toxicity
Assessment of reproductive toxicity:
Based on the ingredients, there is no suspicion of a toxic effect on reproduction.
Increased toxicity
Teratogenicity
Assessment of teratogenicity:
Based on the composition of the ingredients, no indication of teratogenic effects
Was seen.

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Repeated dose toxicity and Specific Target Organ Toxicity

(repeated exposure)
Assessment of repeated dose of toxicity:
Based on our experience and the information available, no effects are expected
dangerous if handled according to recommendations and appropriate
precautions
with its use. The product has never been tested.
This statement is derived from the qualities each component.
Harmful by inhalation
No respiratory hazard is expected.
Other relevant toxicity information
This product has never been tested. Statements regarding ecotoxicology are
derived
from products that are has a similar structure and composition.

12. Ecological Information

12.1 Ecotoxicity :
No data information
12.2. Persistence and degradability
Assessment biodegradation and elimination (H2O):
Not readily biodegradable (by OECD criteria).
General notes:
Water hazard : slightly hazardous for water.
Do not allow undiluted product or large quantities of it to reach ground water,
water bodies or sewage system.

13. Disposal considerations

Waste classification: Unused product and packaging do not exhibit a

Characteristic of and are not listed as EPA hazardous waste.
Consult state and local regulations for local requirements.
Disposal method: Prior to disposal, all disposal procedures should be
Reviewed with state and local regulatory agencies.

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If local approval is obtained, small quantities may be sent to

local Landfill or washed to sanitary sewer. Larger quantities
may require special waste authorizations or controlled
release to Sanitary sewer.

14. Transport Information

General Information: Not regulated.

(The Product is not classified as dangerous for transport.)
Transportation classifications may vary by container volume and may be
Influenced by regional or country variation in regulation.

15. Regulatory Information

Classification/ symbol: Environmentally nontoxic with note.

The product has no hazard classification accordance with OSHA regulations ( 29
CFR1910.1200 )
Others Regulation
Regulatory information: Reference to the local, national and EU/ international
regulations.

16. Other Information

Recommended use – For industrial water and waste water used.

This Safety Data Sheets revised SDS No.01/2015/5444
Regulatory Requirements : Follow applicable OSHA regulations 29 CFR 1910.1200
Date issued : 02 January 2019

These suggestions and data are based on information we believe to be reliable. They are offered in good faith, but without guarantee, as conditions
and methods of use of our products are beyond our control. We recommend that the prospective user determines the suitability of our materials and
suggestions before adopting them on a commercial scale.
This information contains product specifications which may be altered without prior notice.

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