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REVISION DATE: 15/09/2009

SAFETY DATA SHEET CONCRETE SEALER


1 IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
PRODUCT NAME SUPPLIER CONCRETE SEALER Watco UK limited Watco House Filmer Grove Godalming Surrey GU7 3AL +44(0)1483 425000 +44(0)1483 428888 msds@watco.co.uk

2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Flammable. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. May cause sensitisation by inhalation. Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. CLASSIFICATION R42. Xi;R36/37/38. N;R51/53. R10.

3 COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Name 1,2,4-TRIMETHYLBENZENE 2-METHOXY-1-METHYLETHYL ACETATE CUMENE DIPHENYLMETHANEDIISOCYANATE -Isomers & homologues MESITYLENE Solvent naphtha(petroleum), light aromatic,<0.1% benzene TOLUENE-DIISOCYANATE XYLENE EC No. 202-436-9 203-603-9 202-704-5 CAS-No. 95-63-6 108-65-6 98-82-8 9016-87-9 203-604-4 265-199-0 247-722-4 215-535-7 108-67-8 64742-95-6 26471-62-5 1330-20-7 Content 10-30% 5-10% 1-5% 5-10% 5-10% 10-30% < 1% 1-5% Classification R10 Xn;R20 Xi;R36/37/38 N;R51/53 R10 Xi;R36 R10 Xn;R65 Xi;R37 N;R51/53 Xn;R20. Xi;R36/37/38. R42. R10 Xi;R37 N;R51/53 Xn;R65. Xi;R37. N;R51/53. R10. Carc. Cat. 3;R40 T+;R26 R42/43 Xi;R36/37/38 R52/53 R10 Xn;R20/21 Xi;R38

The Full Text for all R-Phrases are Displayed in Section 16

4 FIRST-AID MEASURES
GENERAL INFORMATION Move the exposed person to fresh air at once. Get medical attention if any discomfort continues. INHALATION Move the exposed person to fresh air at once. Get medical attention. Provide rest, warmth and fresh air. When breathing is difficult, properly trained personnel may assist affected person by administering oxygen. INGESTION DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING! NEVER MAKE AN UNCONSCIOUS PERSON VOMIT OR DRINK FLUIDS! If vomiting occurs, keep head low so that stomach content doesn't get into the lungs. Drink plenty of water. Get medical attention immediately! Provide rest, warmth and fresh air. SKIN CONTACT Remove affected person from source of contamination. Remove contaminated clothing. Wash the skin immediately with soap and water. Get medical attention promptly if symptoms occur after washing. EYE CONTACT Make sure to remove any contact lenses from the eyes before rinsing. Promptly wash eyes with plenty of water while lifting the eye lids. Continue to rinse for at least 15 minutes and get medical attention.

5 FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES

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EXTINGUISHING MEDIA Fire can be extinguished using: Foam. Dry chemicals, sand, dolomite etc. SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES Avoid breathing fire vapours. Cool containers exposed to flames with water until well after the fire is out. UNUSUAL FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARDS Fire causes formation of toxic gases. PROTECTIVE MEASURES IN FIRE Self contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing must be worn in case of fire.

6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES


ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS Do not discharge into drains, water courses or onto the ground. Spillages or uncontrolled discharges into watercourses must be IMMEDIATELY alerted to the Environmental Agency or other appropriate regulatory body. SPILL CLEAN UP METHODS Wear necessary protective equipment. Absorb in vermiculite, dry sand or earth and place into containers. Do not contaminate water sources or sewer.

7 HANDLING AND STORAGE


USAGE PRECAUTIONS Avoid spilling, skin and eye contact. Ventilate well, avoid breathing vapours. Use approved respirator if air contamination is above accepted level. Keep away from heat, sparks and open flame. Risk of vapour concentration on the floor and in low-lying areas. STORAGE PRECAUTIONS Store in tightly closed original container in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Keep in original container. Flammable/combustible - Keep away from oxidisers, heat and flames.

8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION


Name 2-METHOXY-1-METHYLETHYL ACETATE CUMENE DIPHENYLMETHANEDIISOCYANATE -Isomers & homologues TOLUENE-DIISOCYANATE XYLENE Std OES OES MEL MEL OES 50 ppm(Sk) TWA - 8 hrs 50 ppm(Sk) 25 ppm(Sk) 274 mg/m3(Sk) 125 mg/m3(Sk) 0.02 mg/m3(Sen) 0.02 mg/m3(Sen) 220 mg/m3(Sk) STEL - 15 min 100 ppm(Sk) 50 ppm(Sk) 548 mg/m3(Sk) 250 mg/m3(Sk) 0.07 mg/m3(Sen) 0.07 mg/m3(Sen) 441 mg/m3(Sk) Notes

100 ppm(Sk)

INGREDIENT COMMENTS WEL = Workplace Exposure Limits PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

ENGINEERING MEASURES Provide adequate general and local exhaust ventilation. RESPIRATORY EQUIPMENT No specific recommendation made, but respiratory protection must be used if the general level exceeds the Recommended Workplace Exposure Limit. HAND PROTECTION Use protective gloves. EYE PROTECTION Wear approved safety goggles. OTHER PROTECTION Wear appropriate clothing to prevent any possibility of liquid contact and repeated or prolonged vapour contact. 2/ 5

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HYGIENE MEASURES DO NOT SMOKE IN WORK AREA! Wash at the end of each work shift and before eating, smoking and using the toilet. Promptly remove any clothing that becomes contaminated. Wash promptly with soap & water if skin becomes contaminated. Use appropriate skin cream to prevent drying of skin. When using do not eat, drink or smoke.

9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES


APPEARANCE COLOUR ODOUR SOLUBILITY RELATIVE DENSITY FLASH POINT (C) FLAMMABILITY LIMIT - UPPER(%) Liquid Colourless Characteristic Aromatic hydrocarbons Slightly soluble in water. .97 42 12 VAPOUR DENSITY (air=1) FLAMMABILITY LIMIT - LOWER(%) VOLATILE ORGANIC COMPOUND (VOC) >1 .7 EU (Cat A/i): 600g/l (2007)/ 500 g/l (2010). Contains 500g/l voc.

10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY


STABILITY Stable under normal temperature conditions. CONDITIONS TO AVOID Avoid contact with acids and oxidising substances. HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS Fire creates: Toxic gases/vapours/fumes of: Carbon monoxide (CO). Carbon dioxide (CO2).

11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
INHALATION Prolonged inhalation of high concentrations may damage respiratory system. INGESTION Liquid irritates mucous membranes and may cause abdominal pain if swallowed. SKIN CONTACT Acts as a defatting agent on skin. May cause cracking of skin, and eczema. Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause severe irritation. EYE CONTACT May cause severe irritation to eyes. TARGET ORGANS Skin. Eyes. Respiratory system, lungs.

12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ECOTOXICITY Dangerous for the environment: May cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.

13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
GENERAL INFORMATION Waste to be treated as controlled waste. Disposal to licensed waste disposal site in accordance with local Waste Disposal Authority. DISPOSAL METHODS Dispose of waste and residues in accordance with local authority requirements. Make sure containers are empty before discarding (explosion risk). Absorb in vermiculite or dry sand, dispose in licensed hazardous waste.

14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION

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UK ROAD CLASS PROPER SHIPPING NAME ROAD TRANSPORT NOTES UN NO. ROAD ADR CLASS NO. ADR PACK GROUP ADR LABEL NO. CEFIC TEC(R) NO. RID PACK GROUP IMDG CLASS IMDG PACK GR. MFAG 3 PAINT Tunnel Code (D/E) 1263 3 III 3 30GF1-III, 30GF1-sp III 3 III See Guide UK ROAD PACK GR. ADR CLASS HAZARD No. (ADR) HAZCHEM CODE RID CLASS NO. UN NO. SEA IMDG PAGE NO. EMS MARINE POLLUTANT III Class 3: Flammable liquids. 30 3Y 3 1263 3379 F-E, S-E

UN NO. AIR AIR PACK GR.

1263 III

AIR CLASS

15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
LABELLING

Harmful

Dangerous for the environment

CONTAINS

DIPHENYLMETHANEDIISOCYANATE -Isomers & homologues TOLUENE-DIISOCYANATE

RISK PHRASES R10 R36/37/38 R42 R51/53 SAFETY PHRASES S23 S26 S38 S45 S60 S61 P4 STATUTORY INSTRUMENTS Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging) Regulations. APPROVED CODE OF PRACTICE Classification and Labelling of Substances and Preparations Dangerous for Supply. GUIDANCE NOTES Workplace Exposure Limits EH40. Introduction to Local Exhaust Ventilation HS(G)37. CHIP for everyone HSG(108). Do not breathe vapour/spray. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show label where possible). This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste. Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/safety data sheets. Contains isocyanates. See information supplied by the manufacturer. Flammable. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. May cause sensitisation by inhalation. Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.

16 OTHER INFORMATION

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REVISION DATE 15/09/2009 REV. NO./REPL. SDS GENERATED 4 RISK PHRASES IN FULL R10 R20 R20/21 R26 R36 R36/37/38 R37 R38 R40 R42 R42/43 R51/53 R52/53 R65 Flammable. Harmful by inhalation. Harmful by inhalation and in contact with skin. Very toxic by inhalation. Irritating to eyes. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. Irritating to respiratory system. Irritating to skin. Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect. May cause sensitisation by inhalation. May cause sensitisation by inhalation and skin contact. Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed.

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