RDG603A20 - Issue 10
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SECTION 12: Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity
Based on available data the classification criteria are not met. Not regarded as dangerous for
the environment.
12.1. Toxicity
Toxicity
Based on available data the classification criteria are not met. Not considered toxic to fish.
Acute toxicity
– aquatic
Based on available data the classification criteria are not met.
Invertebrates
12.2. Persistence and degradability
Persistence and degradability
The product contains mineral oil which has limited biodegradability in CEC test methods but
will biodegrade slowly in aerobic water and sediments and is considered ultimately
biodegradable. The product is not readily biodegradable.
Stability (hydrolysis)
The product is based on highly refined mineral oils that are considered stable to hydrolysis.
Biodegradation
The product is not considered readily biodegradeable, albeit the major constituents are
expected to ultimately biodegrade.
Biological oxygen demand
Not determined.
Chemical oxygen demand
Not determined.
12.3. Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulation is unlikely to be significant because of the low water-solubility of this product.
Partition coefficient
Not determined. log Kow: > 7 The above figure is typical of mineral oil.
12.4. Mobility in soil
Mobility
The product is non-volatile. The product is insoluble in water and will spread on the water
surface.
Henry's law constant
Not determined.
12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
Results of PBT and vPvB
This product does not contain any substances classified as PBT or vPvB.
Assessment
12.6. Other adverse effects
Other adverse effects
None known.
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
13.1. Waste treatment methods
General information
Waste should be treated as controlled waste. Dispose of waste to licensed waste disposal site
in accordance with the requirements of the local Waste Disposal Authority.
Disposal methods
Dispose of waste to licensed waste disposal site in accordance with the requirements of the
local Waste Disposal Authority.
Waste class
European Waste Catalogue = 13 03 10*
SECTION 14: Transport information
General
The product is not covered by international regulations on the transport of dangerous goods
(IMDG, IATA, ADR/RID).
14.1. UN number
Not applicable.
14.2. UN proper shipping name
Not applicable.
