Material Safety Data Sheet

AVADEFOAM

1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCES/PREPARATION AND THE COMPANY UNDERTAKING

Product Name AVADEFOAM

Application Defoamer

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
Classification Xn: Harmful R65

Inhalation May cause irritation. Do not breathe aerosols and mists

Skin contact Repeated or prolonged contact may produce irritation

Eye contact May cause irritation. Avoid contact with eyes

Ingestion Do not swallow. May cause lung damage if swallowed

Human health hazards - Chronic Repeated or prolonged skin contact may cause dermatitis

Environmental hazards Do not allow to enter water courses

Physical and chemical hazards

3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical description Blend of mineral oil, surfactants, esters, fatty acids

Hazardous Substances 30-50% Alkenes, C10-18, hydroformylation products, distn. Lights,

Xn, harmful R65
EINECS-No. 307-147-2

3-5% Ethoxylathed fatty alcohol Xi, Irritant R41

Polymer (all monomers are listed in EINECS/ELINCS)

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

Inhalation Air the area. Remove to fresh air. Seek a medical advice

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. Do not induce vomiting. Obtain
medical attention

Other information
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5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

Extinguishing media In case of fire use water spray, foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.

Unsuitable extinguishing media None

Fire and explosion hazard Possible formation of harmful fumes. Do not breathe fumes

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 Wear appropriate protective clothing. Avoid contact with eyes and
skin.

Environmental precautions Prevent the material from entering drains or water courses.

Methods for cleaning up Contain and absorb using earth, sand or other inert material. Transfer
into suitable closed containers for disposal

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Handling Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Do not take internally. Use in well
ventilated area.

Storage conditions Storage area should be: cool, dry, 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 not normally needed. Avoid to generate
aerosols and mist

Hand/skin protection PVC or rubber gloves

Eye protection Safety glasses

Hygiene measures Eye-wash fountain near-by. Keep a safety shower available

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Form Opaque liquid

Colour Yellow

Odour Characteristic

Boiling point >200°C

Melting point N/A

Flash point - (PMCC) 100 °C (PMCC)

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Auto ignition N/A

Explosion limits N/A

Vapour pressure N/A

Relative density about 0,9 kg/m³

Solubility in water Completely miscible

pH 5 - 7 (50 g/l)

Viscosity N/A

Bulk density N/A

Freezing point N/A

Pour point < -5 °C

Abbreviations: N/A = Not Applicable - N/E = Not Evaluated
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability Stable under normal conditions

Conditions to avoid Temperature > 200 °C

Materials to avoid Strong acids and bases, oxidizing agents, metallic compounds

Hazardous decomposition products Stable under normal conditions

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Acute toxicity LD50/oral rat: >500 <2000 mg/Kg*
*based on components

Primary irritation skin/eye Repeated or prolonged contact may cause irritation

Sensitization Repeated or prolonged skin contact may cause dermatitis

Chronic toxicity data Not available data

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Persistency and degradation 40-60% Not readily biodegradable (calculated data)

Mobility and Bioaccumulation No adverse effects expected

Ecotoxicological effects Not dangerous on the base of components.

LC50 > 100mg/l – aquatic species (data estimated by calculation
method Dir.1999/45/CE)

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Do not discharge into drains or the environment, dispose to an authorized waste collection point

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Description Not regulated

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UN Number N/A

Packing group N/A

ADR/RID

Class ADR 2007 Label: --

ADR 2007 Classif. Code: --
Hazard Identification

IMDG

Class Subsidiary risk: --

Em S

IATA

Class
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
EC Classification Xn Harmful

Hazard Symbol

contains: - Alkenes, C10-18, hydroformylation products, distn. Lights

- ethoxylathed fatty alcohol

Risk Phrases R65 Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed

Safety Phrases S62 If swallowed, do not induce vomiting: seek medical advice
immediately and show this container or label

16. OTHER INFORMATION

Test of R-phrases:
R41 Risk of serious damage to eyes
R65 Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed

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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