Product name: KEMPAC 20 = KEMWATER PAX-14

Date: 26.5.2003 Previous date: 2.6.2002 Ref. SPC019 1

SAFETY DATA SHEET

1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND THE
COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
1.1 Identification of the substance/preparation
Product name
KEMPAC 20 = KEMWATER PAX-14
Product code
PAX-14-JC, PAX-14-IBCAL
1.2 Use of the Substance/Preparation
1.2.1 Expressed in writing
water treating agent
1.2.2 Standard industrial classification
1.2.3 Code for the purpose of use
1.3 Company/Undertaking Identification
1.3.1 Manufacturer, importer, supplier
Algol Chemicals Oy
1.3.2 Contact information
Street address Karapellontie 6
Postcode and post office FIN-02611 Espoo, Finland
Post-office box P.O.Box 13
Postcode and post office FIN-02611 Espoo, Finland
Telephone +358 9 509 91
Telefax +358 9 595 006
Business ID 0777485-0

1.3.3 Identification of the foreign producer

KEMIRA CHEMICALS OY / KEMWATER
PL 330, 00101 HELSINKI
1.4 Emergency telephone number
1.4.1 Telephone number, name and address
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2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
2.1 Hazardous components
2.1.1 2.1.2 2.1.3 2.1.4
CAS number or Chemical name of the Concentration Warning symbol, R phrases and
other code substance other information
1327-41-9 polyaluminium chloride ~ 30 % Xi; R36/38

2.1.7 Further information

EINECS: 215-477-2.

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Xi; R36/38, Xi - Irritant
Irritating to eyes and skin.

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

4.1 Additional advice
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4.2 Inhalation
Remove patient to fresh air.
4.3 Skin contact
Wash skin with plenty of water and soap.
4.4 Eye contact
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Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.
4.5 Ingestion
Do not induce vomiting. If the patient is in full consciousness, rinse mouth with water and give plenty of water to
drink. Person who has swallowed this product, should be given medical care immediately.
4.6 Information to doctor or other trained persons giving first aid
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5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
5.1 Suitable extinguishing media
Fire-fighting equipment according to the environment.
5.2 Extinguishing media which must not be used for safety reasons
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5.3 Special exposure hazards in a fire
In combustion harmful gases may be produced, such as: hydrogen chloride(HCl).
5.4 Special protective equipment for firefighters
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and suitable protective suit.
5.5 Specific methods
Use water spray to cool fire-exposed containers and structures.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

6.1 Personal precautions
Working areas must be well ventilated. Use proper protection equipment.
6.2 Environmental precautions
Do not allow entrance in ground, sewage systems or water courses.
6.3 Methods for cleaning up
The left-overs are diluted with water and neutralized with lime or limestone powder.
6.4 Further information
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7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

7.1 Handling
Provide sufficient air exchange and/or exhaust in work rooms. Avoid spilling, skin and eye contact.
7.2 Storage
Store in dry and well ventilated place in tightly closed original containers. Recommended storage temperature: > -
15 °C.
Sufficient storage materials: plastic (PE, PP, PVC), glass fiber strenghtened poly ester, titanium, rubberplated
steel.
Materials to avoid: bases, stainless steel, metals (aluminium, zinc).
7.3 Specific use(s)
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8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION

8.1 Exposure Limit Values
8.1.2 Other information on limit values
LV (US) 1) = 2 mg Al/m3.
8.1.3 Limit values in other countries
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8.2 Exposure controls
8.2.1 Occupational exposure controls
Emergency shower and eye wash facilities should be near working place.
8.2.1.1 Respiratory protection
Normally not needed. In case of insufficient ventilation wear suitable respiratory equipment, filter type:P2.
8.2.1.2 Hand protection
Use suitable impermeable protective gloves,, rubber or plastic gloves (neoprene, PVC).
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8.2.1.3 Eye protection

Suitable tight safety glasses must be worn.
8.2.1.4 Skin and body protection
Suitable protective suit must be worn.
8.2.2 Environmental exposure controls
Do not allow entrance in ground, sewage systems or water courses.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

9.1 General Information (appearance, odour)
yellowish liquid
9.2 Important Health Safety and Environmental Information
9.2.1 pH <1
9.2.2 Boiling point/range 100 - 120 °C
9.2.3 Flash point -
9.2.4 Flammability (solid, gas) -
9.2.5 Explosive properties
9.2.5.1 Lower explosion limit -
9.2.5.2 Upper explosion limit -
9.2.6 Oxidising properties -
9.2.7 Vapour pressure -
9.2.8 Relative density 1270 - 1370 kg/m3
9.2.8.1 Bulk density -
9.2.9 Solubility
9.2.9.1 Water solubility completely soluble
9.2.9.2 Fat solubility (solvent - oil to be specified) -
9.2.9.3 Solubility in other solvents -
9.2.10 Partition coefficient (n-octanol/water) -
9.2.11 Viscosity 24 cP (23 °C), 110 cP (-10 °C)
9.2.12 Vapour density -
9.2.13 Evaporation rate -
9.3 Further information
Freezing point:-15 °C.

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

10.1 Conditions to avoid
Stable under normal usage and storage conditions. Protect against high temperatures.(> 200 °C).
10.2 Materials to avoid
Avoid product contact with bases and metals.
10.3 Hazardous decomposition products
Harmful gases (such as hydrochloric acid) may be released , when the product is heated above decomposition
temperature.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

11.1 Acute toxicity
Informations from manufacturer: LD50/oral/rat =3730 mg/kg (Al-Cl).
11.2 Irritation and corrosion
Irritating to mucous membranes Irritating to eyes and skin. Long lasting or frequent skin exposure may cause
skin irritation.
11.3 Sensitisation
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11.4 Subacute, subchronic and prolonged toxicity
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11.5 Human experience
Swallowed product may cause irritation of the intestines.
11.6 Further information
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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

12.1 Ecotoxicity effects
12.1.1 Aquatic toxicity
Informations from manufacturer: Alumiinikloridille:
Toxicity to algae: LC50 (96 h) = 1.5 - 2 mg/l.
Toxicity for water flea: LC50 (48 h) =3.9 mg/l.
12.1.2 Toxicity to other organisms
Toxicity to bacterials:12 mg/l .
12.2 Mobility
Water soluble.
12.3 Persistence and degradability
12.3.1 Biological degradability
The product is not easily biodegradable.
12.3.2 Chemical degradation
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12.4 Bioaccumulative potential
Not bioaccumulative.
12.5 Other adverse effects
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13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Dispose of in accordance with local and national regulations. Dilute with water. Empty containers are washed
with water.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

14.1 UN-No UN 2581
14.2 Packing group PG III
14.3 Land transport
14.3.1 ADR/RID 8
14.3.2 Risk code 80
14.3.2.1 ADR/RID-Labels 8
14.3.3 Description of the goods aluminium chloride, solution
14.3.4 Further Information -
14.4 Sea transport
14.4.1 IMDG IMO 8
14.4.2 Proper technical name aluminium chloride, solution
14.4.2.3 Packing group III
14.4.2.4 Marine pollutant no
14.4.2.5 Subrisks -
14.4.2.6 IMO-Labels 8
14.4.3 Further Information -
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14.5 Air transport

14.5.1 ICAO/IATA 8
14.5.2 Proper technical name aluminium chloride, solution
14.5.2.1 ICAO-Labels 8
14.5.3 Further Information -

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

15.1 Information on the warning label
EC Label -

15.1.1 Letter code of the warning symbol and indications of danger for the preparation
Xi Irritant
15.1.2 Names of the ingredients given on the warning label
polyaluminium chloride
15.1.3 R-phrase(s)
R36/38 Irritating to eyes and skin.
15.1.4 S-phrase(s)
S37/39 Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection.
S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
15.1.5 Special regulations on certain preparations
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15.2 National regulatory information
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16. OTHER INFORMATION

16.1 Text of R phrases mentioned in Section 2
R36/38 Irritating to eyes and skin.
16.2 Training advice
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16.3 Recommended restrictions
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16.4 Further Information
Algol Chemicals Oy
16.5 Literary reference
Manufacturers material safety data sheet, 1.8.2001.
16.6 Additions, Deletions, Revisions
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Date 26.5.2003

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