SOLAR ENERGY MADE BRIGHTER
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1. Substance/preparation, and company name
Trade name:
F
S
Company:
General Solar Systems GmbH, Industriepark, A – 9300 St. Veit/Glan
Tel
.:
+43
(0)4212-
45010-
0
Emergency information:
Tel.: +43 (0)4212-
45010-
0
2. Composition/information on ingredients
Chemical nature:
Propane-1.2-di
ol with corrosion
inhibitors. CAS-No.: 57-55-6
3. Hazard identification
No particular hazards known.
4. First aid measures
General
advice:
Remove contaminated clothing.
If
inhaled:
If difficulties occur after vapour/aerosol has been inhaled,
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On skin contact:
Wash thoroughly with soap and water.
On contact with eyes:
Wash affected eyes for at leas
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On ingestion:
Rinse mouth and then drink plenty of water.
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n:
Symptomatic treatment (decontamination, vital functions),
no
known
specific antidote.
5. Fire fighting measures
Suitable
extinguishing
Water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry extinguishers, carbon dioxide (CO
2
)
media:
Specific hazards:
Evolution of fumes/fog. The substanc
e
s/groups of substances mentioned
can be released in case of fire.
Special prot
e
ct
ive
In case of fire, wear a self contained breathing apparatus.
equipment:
Further
information:
The degree of risk is governed by
the burning substance and the fire
conditions. Contaminated exting
uishing water must be disposed of in
accordance with official regulations.
6. Accidental release measures
Personal
precautions:
Use
personal
protective
clothing.
Environmental
pre-
Contain contaminated water/fire fighting
water. Do not discharge into drains /
cautions:
surface waters / ground water.
Methods for cleaning
For large amounts: Pump off product. Fo
r residues: Bind the liquid by using a
up / taking up:
suitable absorbent material and dispose of in accordance with the regulations.
Wash away spills thoroughly with large qu
antities of water. In case of release of
larger
quantities
which
m
ight flow into the draining system or waters, contact
appropriate
authorities.
7. Handling and storage
Handling:
Ensure thorough ventilation
of stores and working areas.
Protection against
Take precautionary measures against st
atic discharges. If exposed to fire,
fire and explosion:
keep containers cool by spraying with water.
Storage:
Product is hygroscopic. Containers shou
ld be stored tightly se
aled in a dry place.
Storage in galvanized containers is not recommended.
8. Exposure controls and personal protection
Respiratory protection:
Respiratory protection in case of release of fumes/fog.
Hand
protection:
Chemical resistant protective gloves (EN 374). Recommended:
nitrile rubber, protective in
dex 6. Manufacturers directions for
use should be observed be
cause of great diversity of types.
Eye
protection:
Safety glasses with side-sh
ields (frame goggles, EN 166)
General safety and
The usual precautions for the handling of chemicals must be observed.
hygiene measures:
9. Physical and chemical properties
Form:
Liquid.
Colour:
Colourless.
Odour:
Almost odourless.
pH
va
lue (500 g/l 20 °C):
6.
5-8.
5
(
A
STM
D
1287)
Solidification
temperature:
<-50
°C
(D
IN
51583)
Boiling
temperature:
>150
°C
(ASTM
D
1120)
Flash
point:
>100
°C
(D
IN
51758)
Lower
explosion
limit:
2.6
vol
%
(Propylene
glycol)
Upper explosion limit:
12.6
vol
%
(Propylene
glycol)
Ignition
temperature:
>200
°C
(DIN
51794)
Vapour pressure at 20 °C:
2 mbar
Density at 20 °C
:
ca.
1.06
g/cm
3
(D
IN
51757)
Solubility
in
water:
unlimited.
Solubility in other solvents:
soluble in polar solvents.
Viscosity
(kinematic,
20
°C):
ca. 70 mm
2
/s
(D
IN
51562)
10. Stability and reactivity
Substances to avoid:
Powerful oxidizing agents.
Hazardous reactions:
No hazardous reactions if stored and handled as prescribed.
Hazardous decomposition
No hazardous decomposition products if stored and handled as prescribed.
products:
11. Toxicological data
LD50/oral/rat:
>2000
mg/kg
Primary skin irritation/rabbit:
non-irritant (OECD Guideline 404)
Primary irritation of the mucous membrane/rabbit:
non-irritant (OECD Guideline 405)
Additional Information:
The product has not been tested. The statement has been
derived
from
the
proper
ties
of
the
individual
components.
12. Ecological data
Ecotoxicity:
Toxicity to fish: Oncorhynchus mykiss/LC50 (96 h): >100 mg/l
Aquatic
invertebrate
s: EC50 (48 h): 100 mg/l
Aquati
c pl
ants: EC50 (72 h): >100 mg/l
Microorganisms/effect on activated sludge: DEV-L2 >1000 mg/l
Inhibition of degradation activity in activated sludge is
not to be anticipated during
correct introduction of low concentrations.
Assessment of aquatic
The product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from the properties
toxicity:
of the individual components.
Persis
tence and
Elimination information:
degradability:
Test method: OECD 301A (new version)
Method
of
analysis:
DOC
reduction
Degree of elimination: >70 %
Evaluation: Readily biodregadable.
Additional Information:
Other ecotoxicological advice: Do not release into natural waters.
13. Disposal considerations
FS must be dumped or incinerated in accordance with local regulations.
Contaminated
Uncontaminated packs can be
re-used. Packs that cannot
packaging:
be cleaned should be disposed of in the same manner as the contents.
14. Transport information
Not classified as hazardo
us under transport regulations.
(ADR RID ADNR IMDG/GGVSee ICAO/IATA)
15. Regulatory information
Regulations of the European
Not subject to labelling.
Union (Labelling) / National
legislation/Regulations:
Other Regulations:
None.
16. Further Information
Vertical lines in the left hand margin indicate an amen
dme
nt from the previous version. This safety data sheet is
intended to provide information and recommendations as to:
1. how to handle chemical substances
and preparations in accordance with
the essential
requirements of safety
precautions and physical, toxicological, and ecological data.
2. how to handle, store, us
e, and transport them safely.
No liability for damage occured in connection with the use of
this information or with the use, application, adaption,
or processing of the products here described will be acce
pt
ed. An exception will be made in the case that our legal
representatives should come to be held responsible and lia
b
le
by reason of intent or gross negligence. No liability
will be accepted for damage indirectly incured. We
provide th
is information and data according to our present level
of knowledge and experience. No assurances concerning
th
e characteristics of our product are hereby furnished.
acc. 91/155/EEC; 2001/58/EEC Date/Revised: 07.06.05
