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DESMODUR E 15
Chemical name: Prepolymer based on aromatic polyisocyanate
CAS-No.: 37273-56-6
Material number: 04092740
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Use:
Hardener for coating materials or adhesives for industrial and trade applications
Danger
Hazard statements:
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
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Precautionary statements:
P261 Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray.
P280 Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face protection.
P284 Wear respiratory protection.
P304 + P340 + P312 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a
POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell.
P333 + P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/ attention.
P342 + P311 If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician.
This substance/mixture contains no components considered to be either persistent, bioaccumulative and toxic
(PBT), or very persistent and very bioaccumulative (vPvB) at levels of 0.1% or higher.
3.1 Substances
prepolymer based on aromatic polyisocyanate
Hazardous components
The polymer or the polymers including their impurities are exempted from the provisions on registration according
to article 2(9) of the REACH Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006, hence no annex is provided. The necessary
information about operational conditions and Risk Management Measures (RMM) can be found in section 8 of this
SDS.
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If inhaled: Take the person into the fresh air and keep him warm, let him rest; if there is difficulty in breathing,
medical advice is required.
In case of skin contact: In the event of contact with the skin, preferably wash with a cleanser based on
polyethylene glycol or with plenty of warm water and soap. Consult a doctor in the event of a skin reaction.
In case of eye contact: Hold the eyes open and rinse with preferably lukewarm water for a sufficiently long
period of time (at least 10 minutes). Contact an ophthalmologist.
If swallowed: DO NOT induce vomiting. Wash/clean mouth with water. Medical advice is required.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Notes to physician: The product irritates the respiratory tract and may trigger sensitisation of the skin and
respiratory tract. Treatment of acute irritation or bronchial constriction is primarily symptomatic. Extended
medical treatment may be required depending on the degree of exposure and the severity of the symptoms.
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Therapeutic measures: No information available.
Fire in vicinity poses risk of pressure build-up and rupture. Containers at risk from fire should be cooled with
water and, if possible, removed from the danger area.
Do not allow contaminated extinguishing water to enter the soil, ground-water or surface waters.
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Spill area can be decontaminated with the following recommended decontamination solution:
Decontamination solution 2: Liquid/yellow soap (potassium soap with ~15% anionic tenside): 20ml;
Water:700ml; Polyethylenglycol (PEG 400): 350ml
In all areas where isocyanate aerosols and/or vapor concentrations are produced in elevated concentrations,
exhaust ventilation must be provided in such a way that the workplace exposure limits (WEL) is not exceeded.
The air should be drawn away from the personnel handling the product The threshold limit values noted in
section 8 must be monitored.
The personal protective measures described in section 8 must be observed. The precautions required in the
handling of isocyanates must be taken. Contact with skin and eyes and inhalation of vapors must be avoided
under all circumstances.
Keep away from foodstuffs, drinks and tobacco. Wash hands before breaks and at end of work and use
skin-protecting ointment. Keep working clothes separately. Take off all contaminated clothing immediately.
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Respiratory protection
Respiratory protection required in insufficiently ventilated working areas and during spraying. An air-fed
mask, or for short periods of work, a combination of charcoal filter and particulate filter A2-P2 (EN529) is
recommended.
In case of hypersensitivity of the respiratory tract (e.g. asthmatics and those who suffer from chronic
bronchitis) it is inadvisable to work with the product.
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Hand protection
Suitable materials for safety gloves; EN 374:
Butyl rubber - IIR: thickness >=0,5mm; breakthrough time >=480min.
Fluorinated rubber - FKM: thickness >=0,4mm; breakthrough time >=480min.
Recommendation: contaminated gloves should be disposed of.
Eye protection
Wear eye/face protection.
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10.1 Reactivity
This information is not available.
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Sensitisation
Prepolymer based on aromatic polyisocyanate
Skin sensitisation:
Species: Guinea pig
Result: positive
Classification: May cause sensitization by skin contact.
Toxicological studies of a comparable product.
Respiratory sensitization
Respiratory sensitization
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Carcinogenicity
Prepolymer based on aromatic polyisocyanate
No data available.
Reproductive toxicity/Fertility
Prepolymer based on aromatic polyisocyanate
No data available.
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Genotoxicity in vitro
Prepolymer based on aromatic polyisocyanate
Test type: Salmonella/microsome test (Ames test)
Result: No indication of mutagenic effects.
Method: OECD Test Guideline 471
Toxicological studies of a comparable product.
Genotoxicity in vivo
Prepolymer based on aromatic polyisocyanate
No data available.
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Aspiration toxicity
Prepolymer based on aromatic polyisocyanate
No data available.
CMR Assessment
Prepolymer based on aromatic polyisocyanate
Carcinogenicity: No data available.
Mutagenicity: Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.
Teratogenicity: No data available.
Reproductive toxicity/Fertility: No data available.
Toxicology Assessment
4-methyl-m-phenylene diisocyanate; toluene-2,4-di-isocyanate
Acute effects: Fatal if inhaled. Severe skin irritation Severe eye irritation
Sensitization: May cause sensitization by inhalation and skin contact.
Other information
Special properties/effects: Over-exposure entails the risk of concentration-dependent irritating effects on
eyes, nose throat, and respiratory tract. Delayed appearance of the complaints and development of
hypersensitivity (difficult breathing, coughing, asthma) are possible. Hypersensitive persons may suffer from
these effects even at low isocyanate concentrations, including concentrations below the occupational
exposure limit. Prolonged contact with the skin may cause tanning and irritant effects.
Animal tests and other research indicate that skin contact with diisocyanates can play a role in causing
isocyanate sensitization and respiratory reaction.
12.1 Toxicity
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Ecotoxicology Assessment
4-methyl-m-phenylene diisocyanate; toluene-2,4-di-isocyanate
Acute aquatic toxicity: Harmful to aquatic life.
Chronic aquatic toxicity: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Toxicity Data on Soil: The substance is graded as non-critical to soil-dwelling organisms.
Impact on Sewage Treatment: Because of the low bacterial toxicity, there is no risk of an adverse effect on the
performance of biological waste water treatment plants.
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Stability in water
4-methyl-m-phenylene diisocyanate; toluene-2,4-di-isocyanate
Test type: Hydrolysis
Half life: 0,7 h at 27 °C
The substance hydrolyzes rapidly in water.
Photodegradation
4-methyl-m-phenylene diisocyanate; toluene-2,4-di-isocyanate
Test type: Phototransformation in air
sensitizer: OH-radicals
Concentration sensibilisator: 500.000 1/cm3
Half-life indirect photolysis: 1,71 d
Method: SRC - AOP (calculation)
After evaporation or exposure to the air, the product will be moderately degraded by photochemical
processes.
Dispose in accordance with applicable international, national and local laws, ordinances and statutes. For
disposal within the EC, the appropriate code according to the European Waste Catalogue (EWC) should be
used.
Alternatively, the product and hazardous substance labelling can be removed if the product residues adhering
to the sides are rendered non-hazardous. This packaging can also be handed to the collection points run by
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the existing take-back systems for the chemicals industry for packaging type-specific recycling.
Containers must be recycled in compliance with national legislation and environmental regulations.
ADR/RID
14.1 UN number or ID number : Not dangerous goods
14.2 UN proper shipping name : Not dangerous goods
14.3 Transport hazard class(es) : Not dangerous goods
14.4 Packing group : Not dangerous goods
14.5 Environmental hazards : Not dangerous goods
ADN
14.1 UN number or ID number : Not dangerous goods
14.2 UN proper shipping name : Not dangerous goods
14.3 Transport hazard class(es) : Not dangerous goods
14.4 Packing group : Not dangerous goods
14.5 Environmental hazards : Not dangerous goods
IATA
14.1 UN number or ID number : Not dangerous goods
14.2 UN proper shipping name : Not dangerous goods
14.3 Transport hazard class(es) : Not dangerous goods
14.4 Packing group : Not dangerous goods
14.5 Environmental hazards : Not dangerous goods
IMDG
14.1 UN number or ID number : Not dangerous goods
14.2 UN proper shipping name : Not dangerous goods
14.3 Transport hazard class(es) : Not dangerous goods
14.4 Packing group : Not dangerous goods
14.5 Marine pollutant : Not dangerous goods
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
Directive 2012/18/EU on the control of major-accident hazards involving dangerous substances.
not applicable
REACH - Restrictions on the manufacture, placing on the market and use of certain dangerous
substances, preparations and articles (Annex XVII)
Conditions of restriction for the following entries should be considered: 3, 74
This product contains substances subject to EU Regulation 1907/2006 (REACH), Annex XVII.
4-methyl-m-phenylene diisocyanate; toluene-2,4-di-isocyanate
CAS-No.: 584-84-9, EC-No.: 209-544-5
Subject to REACH Annex XVII, No. 74
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Other regulations
Take note of Directive 94/33/EC on the protection of young people at work or stricter national regulations,
where applicable.
Full text of the hazard statements of the CLP classification (1272/2008/CE) referred to under sections 2, 3
and 10.
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H330 Fatal if inhaled.
H332 Harmful if inhaled.
H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
H351 Suspected of causing cancer.
H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
The product is used mainly as a hardener in coating materials or adhesives. The handling of coating materials
or adhesives containing reactive polyisocyanates and residual monomeric TDI requires appropriate
protective measures. These products may therefore be used only in industrial or trade applications. They are
not suitable for use in homeworker (DIY) applications.
ISOPA directives for safe loading/unloading, transport and storage of TDI and MDI. See ISOPA website:
www.isopa.org (Product Stewardship „Walk the Talk“).
No registration number is given for this substance because the substance or its use are exempt from
registration according to article 2 of the Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006, the annual tonnage does not require
a registration, the registration number may be confidential according to article 10 (a) (xi) or the registration is
planned for a later date.
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Further information
The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and
belief at the date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use,
processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a warranty or quality
specification. The 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, unless specified in the text.
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