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CaCl2-BRINE
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
Approved for use
Approved for laboratory use
Approved by M-I Norge AS
TRADE NAME CaCl2-BRINE
SYNONYMS Kalsiumklorid løsning
TYPE OF USE For use in water-, oil- and pseudo oil-based drilling fluid. For use in
completion fluid.
FORMULA CaCl2/H2O
Declaration number (PRN-no.)
988603
National manufacturer/importer
Enterprise M-I Danmark ApS
Address Trafikhavnskaj 7, [Link] 1095
Postal code DK-6701 Esbjerg
Country Danmark
Telephone +45 75 13 00 55
Name E-mail Tel. (work)
Dagrunn Dirdal ddirdal@[Link] +47 51 57 73 29
2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
No Ingredient name EC No. CAS No. Conc. (wt%) Classification
1 CALCIUM CHLORIDE 233-140-8 10043-52-4 30-60% Xi,R36
2 WATER 231-791-2 7732-18-5 60-100%
Explanation of symbols: T+=highly toxic, T=toxic, C=corrosive, Xn=harmful, Xi=irritant E=Explosive, O=Oxidising,
F+=Extremely flammable, F=Highly flammable, N=Dangerous for the environment, Cancer=Carcinogenic, Mut=Mutagenic,
Rep=Toxic for reproduction, Conc.=Concentration
INGREDIENT COMMENTS
R-phrases referred to in section 2 is listed with complete text in section 16.
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Irritant
HEALTH
Irritating to eyes.
FIRE AND EXPLOSION
The product is not combustible.
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ENVIRONMENT
The product dissolves and dilutes easily in contact with water. Not regarded as dangerous for the environment.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
INHALATION
Provide rest, warmth and fresh air. Rinse nose, mouth and throat with water.
SKIN CONTACT
Promptly flush contaminated skin with water. Promptly remove clothing if soaked through and flush the skin with
water.
EYE CONTACT
Remove any contact lenses. Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids. Continue to rinse for
at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention.
INGESTION
Drink a couple of glasses of water or milk. If large amounts have been swallowed: Try to induce vomiting. Get
medical attention.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire.
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS
The product is not combustible. If strong heating, toxic chlorine gases can be formed.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
Use the specified protective equipment. See section 8.
SAFETY ACTIONS TO PROTECT EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT
Avoid discharge to water sources, sewer or the environment.
METHODS FOR CLEANING UP
Absorb in vermiculite, dry sand or earth and place into containers. Collected material must be stored on closed,
marked containers. Disposal according to section 13. Flush with large amounts of water to clean the area.
OTHER INFORMATION
Inform Authorities if large amounts are involved.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING ADVICE
Avoid spilling, skin and eye contact.
STORAGE
Keep in cool, dry, ventilated storage and closed containers.
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8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
EXPOSURE CONTROL
Wash promptly if skin becomes wet or contaminated. Promptly remove any clothing that becomes wet or
contaminated. Provide eyewash station.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION
If creation of mist/aerosol one should use combination-filter B (grey) / P2 or P3.
EYE PROTECTION
Wear approved, tight fitting safety glasses where splashing is possible.
HAND PROTECTION
Use protective gloves made of: Rubber or plastic. Wear work gloves which are suited to the work area - several
materials can be used.
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
Wear appropriate clothing to prevent any possibility of skin contact.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State Liquid.
Colour Colourless. Clear.
Odour Odourless or no characteristic odour.
Solubility Miscible with water.
Physical and chemical parameters
Parameter Value/unit Method/reference Observation
pH concentrate 8
Melting point < -10 °C
Density 1,1 - 1,36 g/cm³
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABILITY
Normally stable.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Fire creates: Toxic gases/vapours/fumes of: Chlorides.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute toxic test results
Route of exposure Value/unit Species Exposure Observation
time
Oral LD50 > 3000 mg/kg Rat
INHALATION
Inhalation of high concentrations of mist / aerosol may irritate respiratory tracts.
SKIN CONTACT
Prolonged or repeated exposure to this chemical may cause: Irritation.
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EYE CONTACT
Contact with this chemical may cause: Severe irritation to the eyes, but only occasionally causing permanent
injury.
INGESTION
Swallowing concentrated chemical may cause severe internal injury.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ECOTOXICITY
Not regarded as dangerous for the environment.
MOBILITY
The product dissolves and dilutes easily in contact with water.
OTHER INFORMATION
The product is listed in PLONOR List.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
GENERAL REGULATIONS
Both product and packaging must be treated as hazardous waste. Waste must be disposed of at approved
landfill/waste storage or treatment facility.
CATEGORY OF WASTE
Waste group must be given by the user of the product.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Classified as Dangerous Goods: Yes No Not assessed
OTHER INFORMATION
Not classified as dangerous according to ADR, RID, IMDG and IATA.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Irritant
EC-Label No Yes Not assessed
COMPOSITION
CALCIUM CHLORIDE (30-60%), WATER (60-100%)
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R-PHRASES
Nr. R-Phrase text
R36 Irritating to eyes.
S-PHRASES
S-24 Avoid contact with skin.
LEGISLATION
Bekendtgørelse om klassificering, emballering, mærkning, salg og opbevaring af kemiske stoffer og produkter (29.
ATP).
16. OTHER INFORMATION
VENDOR NOTES
M-I consider this document to give a correct description of the product. A Material Safety Data Sheet has the
character of guidelines and should therefore not be used as a specification of the product.
LIST OF RELEVANT R-PHRASES
Nr. R-Phrase text
R36 Irritating to eyes.
ISSUED: 17/08/2005
SDS is prepared by
Enterprise M-I Norge AS
Address Gamle Forusvei 43
Postal code 4033 STAVANGER
Country Norway
Telephone +47 51 57 73 00
Name E-mail Tel. (work)
Anne Karin Fosse afosse@[Link] +47 51 57 74 60
