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Episol - Health and Safety Datasheet 1. IDENTIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE Product Name Polybond Episol Product Description A two part epoxy self levelling floorpaint Supplier As heading   2.1 CLASSIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCES OR MIXTURE EC 1272/2008 Physical and Chemical Hazards None Human health Skin Sens. 1 - H317, Skin Irr. 2 - H315 Environment Aquatic Chronic - H411 1999/45/EEC Xi, N R36/38,R43,R51/53 The Full Text for all R-Phrases and Hazard Statements are Displayed in Section 16. Human health The product causes serious eye and skin irritation. This product causes skin irritation, may cause an allergic skin reaction and Causes serious eye irritation. Physical and Chemical Hazards None Environmental Hazards Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. 2.2 LABEL ELEMENTS Contains Isopropanol C12-C14 Alkyl Glycidyl Ether Reaction Product: Bisphenol F-(epichlorohydrin); epoxy resin Propane, 2,2-bis[p-(2,3-epoxypropoxy)phenyl]-, polymers Labels in Accordance with EC 1272/2008 Signal Word Warning Hazard Statements H315 Causes skin irritation. H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Precautionary Statements P262 Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. P264 Wash with soap and water thoroughly after handling. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P273 Avoid release to the environment. 3. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS     Additional Information The Full Text for all R-Phrases and Hazard Statements are Displayed in Section 16. All Concentration values are expressed in a weight/weight % value. Although Isopropanol is listed here as being flammable, This is not evident at these concentrations. 4. FIRST AID MEASURES   General - If medical attention is required present a copy of this datasheet to the physician.   Remove all contaminated clothing. The person must rest and be kept under medical   observation even if there are no immediate signs of symptoms. Define a first aid plan   of action prior to commencing work with this product. Consult the occupational physician. Inhalation - Not usually considered to be harmful by inhalation. If symptoms arise, remove affected   person to fresh air and keep at rest. If breathing is irregular or has stopped, administer   artificial respiration. Seek medical attention Skin Contact - Flood skin with large quantites of water whilst removing contaminated clothing, The   product may remain trapped under clothing, footwear or a wrist watch. Seek medical attention Eye Contact - Immediately wash eyes with plenty of water while lifting the eye lids. Continue to rinse   for at least 15 minutes. Seek  medical attention Ingestion - Do NOT induce vomiting. If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show the   container or label. Keep person warm and at rest. Seek medical attention immediately Common Symptoms and effects both acute and delayed Inhalation - No known symptoms. Ingestion - May gause Gastric and Intestinal problems. Skin Contact - Prolonged or repeated contact may cause irritation, redness, dry skin, cracking and   dermatitis. Eye Contact - Symptoms may include irritation or pain, lacrimation and redness of the eye tissue.  5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES   Fire Hazards - In a fire or if heated, a pressure increase may burst containers. Not flammable   under normal conditions. Extinguishing Media - Carbon Dioxide, Dry Chemical, Powder or Water in a fog. Combustion Products - During fire, oxides of Carbon and Nitrogen are formed. Protective Equipment - Self contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing must be worn   in case of fire. Environmental - Keep run off water out of sewers and water sources. Dike for water control. Procedures - Stay upwind, evacuate personnel, use suitable extinguishers. Move containers   from fire area if it can be done without risk. Withdraw immediately in case of   rising sound from venting safety device (if present) or any discoloration of tanks   occur due to fire. Use water spray to control vapours. If risk of water pollution   occurs, notify appropriate authorities. Personal - Use protective clothing suitable for handling product (see sec. 8). Avoid contact   with skin and eyes. Restrict access to authorised personnel. Stay upwind. Environmental - Do not allow to enter into surface water or sewer system. If product enters   drains, inform the Envonmental Agency. Methods of Clean Up - Ventilate well, stop flow of gas or liquid if possible. Absorb in vermiculite, dry   sand or earth and place in containers. Dispose of in accordance with local   legislation.   7. HANDLING AND STORAGE   Handling - Avoid creating dusty conditions. Good industrial practice in housekeeping and personal   hygiene should be followed. When using do not eat, drink or smoke. Wear suitable gloves   and eye/face protection. (See 8). Equipment or utensils used for dispensing the product must   be suitable for the purpose. Wash out after use. Wash thoroughly after handling the material.   Remove contaminated clothing and wash before re-use. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and   clothing. Avoid ingestion. Emergency eye wash stations and showers should be made   available. Storage - Store in a dry ventilated area. Reseal open packages to prevent spillage. Keep containers   tightly closed. Keep away from oxidising substances. 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION   Adequate ventilation should be provided such that Derived No Effect Limits are not exceeded. Local Exhaust Ventilation is preferable to personal protection. Gloves made out of Butyl Rubber at least 0.5mm thick, goggles, protective overalls and chemically resistant safety shoes should also be worn. Provide eyewash station and safety shower. Wear appropriate clothing to prevent repeated or prolonged skin contact. Note, these DNEL and PNECs are for the hazardous components and not the product as a whole. DNEL PNEC Hygiene Measures   Wash hands at the end of each work shift and before eating, smoking and using the toilet. Wash promptly if skin becomes wet. Remove any clothing that becomes wet or contaminated. Contaminated clothing should be placed in a closed container until disposal or decontamination. Warn cleaning personnel of contaminants hazardous properties. 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY   Conditions to Avoid - None Materials to Avoid - Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids. Hazardous decomp products - Does not decompose under normal conditions. When burned, produces   oxides of carbon and nitrogen. 11.  TOXILOGICAL  INFORMATION   General - Not classified as Toxic. Skin Contact - Prolonged or repeated contact causes irritation which may lead to   dermatitis or skin cracking. Eye Contact - May cause irritation to eyes. Inhalation - Not known to be harmful by inhalation. Does not produce vapours at STP. Ingestion - May cause nausea and vomiting. Ingesting large quantites may lead to   kidney failure. Toxilogical information on ingredients Information provided is for ingredients at full concentration, and not at the concentration present in the product. 12.  ECOLOGICAL  INFORMATION   Episol is toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Ecological information on ingredients (Acute Toxicity) Information provided is for ingredients at full concentration, and not at the concentration present in the product. Persistence and degradability   There is no data on the degradability of this product. Bioaccumulative potential None of the components in this product have a BCF above the 2000l/kg threshold so are not clasified as bioaccumulative. Mobility in soil There are no data on the Mobility in soil of this product. PBT and vPvB assessment This product does not contain any PBT or vPvB substances. 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS   Hazardous Waste. Contact specialist disposal companies. Dispose of waste and residues in accordance with local authority requirements. Absorb in vermiculite or dry sand and dispose of at a licenced hazardous waste collection point. Contact waste disposal services. 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION Polybond Episol is not regulated for Transport. 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION   Statutory Instruments Control of Substances Hazardous to Health. Approved Code Of Practice Safety Data Sheets for Substances and Preparations. Classification and Labelling of Substances and Preparations Dangerous for Supply. Guidance Notes Workplace Exposure Limits EH40. EU Legislation Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 18 th  December 2006 concerning the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH), establishing a European Chemicals Agency, amending Directive 1999/45/EC and repealing Council Regulation (EEC) No 793/93 and Commission Regulation (EC) No 1488/94 as well as Council Directive 76/769/EEC and Commission Directives 91/155/EEC, 93/67/EEC, 93/105/EC and 2000/21/EC, including amendments. Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 th  December 2008 on classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures, amending and repealing Directives 67/548/EEC and 1999/45/EC, and amending Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006. National Regulations Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (as amended) The Carriage of Dangerous Goods and Use of Transportable Pressure Equipment Regulations 2009 ("CDG 2009"), SI 2009 No 1348. 16. OTHER INFORMATION Abbreviations: N/A not applicable. ND not determined. NR not regulated. ADR: European agreement concerning the international carriage of Dangerous goods by road. CAS International reference numbers for chemical substances. (Chemical Abstracts Service) CHIP: Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging) Regulations 1993, and later revisions. DNEL: Derived No-Effect Level. EINECS: European Inventory of Existing commercial Chemical Substances. GHS: Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals. HSE EH40: H.S.E. Guidance note EH40 on Occupational Exposure Limits (revised annually), to be used in conjunction with the COSHH regulations. IMDG: International Maritime code for Dangerous Goods. LC50: Lethal Concentration, 50 percent. LD50: Lethal Dose, 50 percent. EC50: Concentration of toxant that provides a response that is half way between a baseline and maximum effect. IC50: Concentration that is half way between a baseline and completely inhibiting a biological function. LL50: Similar to LC 50 but tests the water phase from incompletely miscible materials. EL50: Similar to EC 50 but tests the water phase from incompletely miscible materials. PBT: Persistent Bioaccumulative Toxic. PNEC: Predicted No-Effect Concentration. RID: Regulation Concerning the International Transport of Dangerous Goods by Rail. STEL: Short Term Exposure Limit. STP: Standard Temperature and Pressure, in a standard environment (298°K / 25°C and 1 atm pressure) TWA: Time Weighted Average. vPvB: Very Persistent and Very Bioaccumulative. WEL: Workplace Exposure Limit. Example Label using information from Section 2.2 Risk Phrases From Section 2.1 and 3 in Full R11 Highly flammable. R36 Irritating to eyes. R67 Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness. R38 Irritating to skin R43 May cause sensitisation by skin contact R51/53 Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment R36/38 Irritating to eyes and skin Hazard Statements From Section 2.1 and 3 in Full H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour. H315 Causes skin irritation. H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness. H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Updated: February 2018
Polybond Ltd EC/List No. 271-846-8 500-006-8  500-033-5  200-661-7 67/548/ECC R38, R43 R38,R43,R51/53  R36/38,R43 R51/53 R11,R36,R67  1272/2008 H315,H317 H315,H317,H411  H315, H317 H319, H411 H225,H319,H336  DSD Symbols Xi Xi, N  Xi, N  F, Xi Hazardous Ingredient C12-C14 Alkyl Glycidyl Ether Reaction Product: Bisphenol F-(epichlorohydrin); epoxy resin Propane, 2,2-bis[p-(2,3-epoxy propoxy)phenyl]-, polymers Isopropanol CAS No. 68609-97-2 9003-36-5  25068-38-6  67-63-0 % 3 to 7 5 to 8  22 to 25  4 to 5 GHS Symbols 07 07,09  07,09  02,07 Signal Warning Warning  Warning  Danger Chronic = Long Term Exposure Inhalation (mg / m³)			Oral (mg/kg bw/day)			Dermal (mg/kg bw/day)   Information provided by echa  Ingredient   C12-C14 Alkyl Glycidyl Ether Reaction Product* Propane, 2,2-bis[p** Isopropanol Workers (Systemic) General (Systemic) Inhalation Oral Dermal Inhalation Oral Dermal Acute - - 12.25 - Acute - - 0.75 - Acute - - 3.571 - Acute - - - - Acute - - - - Acute - - 8.33 - Chronic 3.6 29.39 12.25 500 Chronic 0.5 6.25 0.75 26 Chronic 0.5 62.5 3.571 319 Chronic 0.87 8.7 - 89 Chronic - - - - Chronic 1 104.15 8.33 888 Appearance Odour Flash Point Auto Ign Temp Vapour Density Boiling Point Melting Point VOC As Water >100°C Unkown No Data Available Opaque Liquid Feint >105°C >150°C Acute Toxicity (Oral LD50) Acute Toxicity (Dermal LD50) Acute Toxicity (Inhalation LC50) C12-C14 Alkyl Glycidyl Ether 30.1 ml/kg (Rat) 4000mg/kg (Rabbit) > 0.15 mg/l (Rat)  Reaction Product* > 5000 mg/kg (Rat) - > 2000 mg/kg (Rat)  Propane, 2,2-bis[p** 15000 mg/kg (Rat) - > 2000 mg/kg (Rat)  Isopropanol 5.84 g/kg (Rat) 16.4 ml/kg (Rabbit) > 10,000 ppm (Rat) Ingredient  C12-C14 Alkyl Glycidyl Ether Reaction Product* Propane, 2,2-bis[p** Isopropanol  Freshwater 0.106 mg/l 0.003 mg/l 0.006 mg/l 140.9 mg/l Marine Water  0.011 mg/l 0 mg/l 0.001 mg/l 140.9 mg/l Intermittent Release  - - 0.018 mg/l 140.9 mg/l STP  10 mg/l 10 mg/l 10 mg/l 2251 mg/l Sediment Freshwater  307.16 mg/kg 0.294 mg/kg 0.996 mg/kg 552 mg/kg Sediment Marine Water  30.72 mg/kg 0.029 mg/kg 0.1 mg/kg 552 mg/kg Soil  1.234 mg/kg 0.237 mg/kg 0.196 mg/kg 28 mg/kg Secondary Poisoning  - - 11 mg/kg 160 mg/kg Ingredient / Subject  C12-C14 Alkyl Glycidyl Ether fish invertebrates algae / cyanobacteria microorganisms Reaction Product: Bisphenol F-(epichlorohydrin); epoxy resin fish invertebrates algae / cyanobacteria microorganisms Propane, 2,2-bis[p-(2,3-epoxypropoxy)phenyl]-, polymers fish invertebrates algae / cyanobacteria microorganisms Isopropanol fish invertebrates algae microorganisms Species  Rainbow trout Daphnia magna Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata Activated sludge  Leuciscus idus Daphnia magna S. capricornutum Activated sludge  Rainbow trout Daphnia magna Scenedesmus capricornutum Activated sludge  Pimephales promelas Daphnia magna Scenedesmus quadricauda Pseudomonas putida Medium   fresh water fresh water fresh water fresh water  fresh water fresh water fresh water fresh water  fresh water fresh water fresh water fresh water  fresh water fresh water fresh water fresh water Period   96h 48h 72h 3h  96h 48h 72h 3h  96h 48h 72h 3h  96h 24h 7d 16h Endpoint   LL50 EC50 IC50 NOEC  LC50 EC50 EC50 NOEC  LC50 EC50 EC50 EC50  LC50 LC50 EC50 EC50 Result   100 mg/l 7.2 mg/l 843.75 mg/l 100 mg/l  2.54 mg/l 2.55 mg/l 1.8 mg/l 100 mg/l  2.0 mg/l 1.8 mg/l 11 mg/l 100 mg/l  9,640 mg/l >10,000 mg/l 1,800 mg/l 1,050 mg/l Episol Base    Contains:	Isopropanol C12-C14 Alkyl Glycidyl Ether Reaction Product: Bisphenol F-(epichlorohydrin); epoxy resin Propane, 2,2-bis[p-(2,3-epoxypropoxy)phenyl]-, polymers  Causes skin irritation. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Causes serious eye irritation. Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Wash with soap and water thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Avoid release to the environment.    WARNING Batch Number: 0123456 5 Litres Polybond Ltd. Unit 6 William Street, Northam, Southampton, Hampshire SO14 5QH Telephone: 02380 988350   Fax: 02380 988355  Email: sales@polybond.co.uk
Note: This data sheet does not constitue a user's assessment of workplace risk as required by the Health & Safety At Work Act, COSHH, Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations or other health and safety legislation The data contained in this safety data sheet has been supplied as required by the Chemicals (Hazard identification and Packaging for supply) Regulations, as amended, for the purpose of protecting the health and safety of industrial users who are deemed capable of understanding and acting upon the information provided. Every endeavour has been made to ensure that the information in this document is reliable, but no responsibility can be taken for errors or omissions.  Users must satisfy themselves that there are no circumstances requiring additional information or precautions or the verification of details given herein.