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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA

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In case of emergency:
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The Netherlands:
National Poisoning Information Center - Bilthoven :
TEL: 030/274.88.88
1. Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1. Product identifier
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*
Chemical description
Type of product
Reach registration number
: Methyl ethyl ketone , Butanone , MEK .

: Pure product .
: 01-2119457290-43
1.2. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
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Identified use(s)
Use(s) advised against
: At this time we do not yet have information on identifed uses. They will be included
when available.
: At this time we do not yet have information on uses advised against. They will be
included when available.
1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Company identification
: See heading of Material Safety Data Sheet.
1.4. Emergency telephone number

Emergency phone number
: See heading of Material Safety Data Sheet.
2. Hazards identification
2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC
F; R11
R66
R67
Xi; R36
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008

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Butanone
Flammable liquids Cat.2 (H225_D)
Eye irritation Cat.2 (H319_W)
STOT Drowsiness-dizziness Cat.3 (H336_W)
STOT (Repeated) Skin dryness-cracking (SP-R66)
2.2. Label elements

Label in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
: Butanone
Dangerous ingredient(s)
Hazard pictogram(s)
Signal word
: Danger
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2. Hazards identification (continued)

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Hazard statements
: H225 - Highly flammable liquid and vapour. H319 - Causes serious eye irritation.
H336 - May cause drowsiness or dizziness. EUH066 - Repeated exposure may
cause skin dryness or cracking.
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Precautionary statements
- Prevention
- Response
- Storage
- Disposal considerations
: P210 - Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames or hot surfaces. No smoking.
P261 - Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours, spray.
: P303+P361+P353 - IF ON SKIN (or hair) : Remove immediately all contaminated
clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. P312 - Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if
you feel unwell.
: P233 - Keep container tightly closed. P403+P235 - Store in well-ventilated place.
Keep cool.
: P501 - Dispose of this material and its container to hazardous or special waste
collection point, in accordance with local, regional, national and/or international
regulation.
2.3. Other hazards

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Physical/chemical hazards
Hazards for the health
Hazards for the environment
Hazards for the safety
: See above.
: The product may cause central nervous system depression.
: No significant danger. This product is no substance or contains no PBT or vPvB (in
accordance with Annex XIII).
: Vapour is heavier than air and spreads along the ground with risk of ignition on
distance.
3. Composition/information on ingredients
3.1. Substances
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Name component(s)
Butanone
Weight %
100 %
CAS nr
EINECS nr EC annex nr
78-93-3
201-159-0 606-002-00-3
Reach nr
01-2119457290-43
CLASSIFICATION
F; R11
R66
R67
Xi; R36
---------------------------------Flam. Liq. 2; H225
Eye Irrit. 2; H319
STOT SE 3; H336
STOT SE EUH066
The full text of the R-phrases and (EU)H-statements is in section 16.
4. First aid measures

4.1. Description of first aid measures
General
First Aid Measures
- Inhalation
- Skin Contact
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: In case of doubt or persistent symptoms, call a physician.

Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
: Remove victim into fresh air.
Allow the affected person to rest.
If not breathing, give artificial respiration.
Consult a doctor.
: Remove contaminated clothing.
Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water. (shower if necessary).
Consult doctor if irritation develops.

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4. First aid measures (continued)

- Eye Contact
- Ingestion
: Rinse immediately thoroughly and long (at least 15 min.) with plenty of water.
Remove contact lenses.
Consult eye doctor.
Do not use a neutralisation agent.
: DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Rinse mouth with water.
Seek medical attention or take to hospital.
4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
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See section 11.
4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
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For specialist advice doctors should contact the NVCI or the Belgian Poison center.
5. Firefighting measures
5.1. Extinguishing media
Extinguishing Media
- Suitable
- Insuitable
: Powder , Alcohol resistant foam , Carbon dioxide , Water spray .

: Do not use a heavy water stream, in order to avoid the fire to extend.
5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Special Exposure Hazards
: Fire may liberate carbon oxides (CO) and smoke.
5.3. Advice for firefighters

Special Protective Equipment for
Firefighters
Special Procedures
: Use self-contained breathing apparatus when in close proximity to fire.

: Apply water spray or fog to cool nearby equipment. Avoid fire-fighting water to enter
environment.
6. Accidental release measures

6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Personal Precautions
: Eliminate every possible source of ignition (open fire, sparks, smoking, ...).
Evacuate all personnel immediately and ventilate area.
Avoid breathing vapour and contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Wear
recommended personal protective equipment. (See section 8)
6.2. Environmental precautions

Environmental Precautions
: Shut off leaks if without risks.

Dike in the spilled product as much as possible with inert material.
Prevent entry of product in public water, sewers or soil.
Notify authorities if product enters sewers or public waters.
6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Methods for Cleaning Up
: Collect the spillage in closable, suitable disposal containers.

Clean up any spills as soon as possible, using an inert absorbent material and
eliminate as hazardous waste. (See section 13)
Residue is to be washed down with plenty of water.
6.4. Reference to other sections

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For personal protection, see section 8.

For the removal of the waste product, see section 13.
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7. Handling and storage

7.1. Precautions for safe handling
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Handling
Protection against Fire and Explosion
: AVOID FOG TRANSFORMATION !

Avoid breathing vapour and contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Wear
recommended personal protective equipment. (See section 8)
: Eliminate every possible source of ignition (open fire, sparks, smoking, ...).
With a temperature equal to or higher than the flash point, the mixture steam-air
may create a highly flammable and explosive mixture.
Use special care to avoid static electric discharges.
Do not use compressed air to either agitate or transfer contents of storage
containers (tanks) / shipping drums containing this material.
Use explosionproof equipment.
7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Storage
Packaging Material
Insuitable Packaging Material
: Keep only in the original, safely locked container in a cool, well ventilated and
fireproof place.
Store away from all heat sources, including direct sunlight.
All dangerous products should be placed on a drip tray or should be barreled.
Keep away from : Oxidizing agents .
: Butyl rubber , Carbon steel , Polyester , Stainless steel , Teflon .
: EPDM , Natural rubber , Polyethylene , Polystyrene , PVA , PVC .
7.3. Specific end use(s)

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For identified uses, see subsection 1.2 and/or exposure scenarios.
8. Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1. Control parameters
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Occupational Exposure Limits
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Biological limit values

DNELs
PNECs
: Butanone : Limit value (BE) : 200 ppm (600 mg/m) (2009)

Butanone : Short time value (BE) : 300 ppm (900 mg/m) (2009)
Butanone : Limit value (TWA 8 h) (NL) : 200 ppm (590 mg/m) (2007) (H)
Butanone : Limit value (TWA 15 min) (NL) : 300 ppm (900 mg/m) (2007) (H)
(H) The addition of an "H" indicates that the substance is relative easily absorped
by the skin.
: They will be included when available.
: Butanone : Worker, long-term - systemic effects, dermal : 1161 mg/kg bw/ day
Butanone : Worker, long-term - systemic effects, inhalation : 600 mg/m
Butanone : Consumer, long-term - systemic effects, dermal : 412 mg/kg bw/ day
Butanone : Consumer, long-term - systemic effects, inhalation : 106 mg/m
Butanone : Consumer, long-term - systemic effects, oral : 31 mg/kg bw/ day
: Butanone : Marine water : 55,8 mg/l
Butanone : Fresh water : 55,8 mg/l
Butanone : Intermittent release : 55,8 mg/l
Butanone : Fresh water sediment : 284,7 mg/kg
Butanone : Marine water sediment : 284,7 mg/kg
Butanone : Soil : 22,5 mg/kg
Butanone : Sewage treatment plant : 709 mg/l
8.2. Exposure controls

Engineering Measures
Industrial Hygiene
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: Ventilate area.
: When using, do not eat, drink or smoke.
Emergency eye wash fountains and showers should be available in the immediate
vicinity of any potential exposure.

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8. Exposure controls/personal protection (continued)
Personal Protection Equipment

- Respiratory Protection
- Skin and Body Protection
- Hand Protection
- Eye Protection
Environmental exposure controls
:
:
:
:
:
Ventilation , Local exhaust , Respiratory protection equipment ( Filter type A).

Suitable protective clothing .
Gloves ( Butyl rubber , ...).
Closed safety glasses or face shield.
See sections 6, 7, 12 en 13.
9. Physical and chemical properties

9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties
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Physical State (20C)

Form/Colour
Odour
Odour threshold
pH value
Congealing/Melting point
Freezing point
Boiling Point/Range (1013 hPa)
Flash point
Evaporation rate
Fire hazard
Explosion limits in air
Vapour pressure (20C)
Relative vapour density (air=1)
Relative density of saturated vapour/air
mixture (air=1)
Relative density (water=1)
Soluble in
Solubility in water (20C)
Log P Octanol/Water (20C)
Auto-ignition temperature
Minimum ignition energy
Decomposition temperature
Viscosity (25C)
Explosive properties
Oxidizing properties
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
Liquid .
Clear , Colourless .
Characteristic odour .
No data available.
Neutral.
-86 C
No data available.
79 - 81 C
-4 C
6 ( n-Butyl acetate = 1)
P1
1,8 - 11,5 vol.%
105 mbar
2,5
1,15
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
0,8
Alcohol , Ether , ...
29 g/100 ml
0,3
404 C
0,27 mJ
No data available.
0,52 mPa.S
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
:
:
:
:
25 mN/m
3,6*10E5 pS/m
0,00129 v/v C
100
9.2. Other information

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Surface tension (20C)

Specific leading
Thermal expansion coefficient
% Volatiles (by weight)
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10. Stability and reactivity

10.1. Reactivity
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See below.
10.2. Chemical stability

Stability
: Stable at normal circumstances.
10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions

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Hazardous reactions
: Possible formation of peroxides.
10.4. Conditions to avoid

Conditions to avoid
: High temperatures .
10.5. Incompatible materials

Materials to avoid
: Oxidizing agents .
10.6. Hazardous decomposition products

Hazardous Decomposition Products
: Fire may liberate carbon oxides (CO) and smoke.
11. Toxicological information

11.1. Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
- Inhalation
- Skin contact
- Eye contact
- Ingestion
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*
*
*
Chronic toxicity
Sensibilization
Carcinogenicity
Mutagenicity
Reproductive toxicity
: May cause irritation of respiratory tract.

High concentrations may produce central nervous system depression and loss of
consciousness (diminuation of consciousness).
Symptoms include: Cough , Headache , Drowsiness .
Butanone : LC50 (Rat, inhalation, 4 h) : 20 mg/l
: May be irritating for the skin. Product is being absorbed through the skin.
Symptoms include: Redness .
Butanone : LD50 (Rabbit, dermal) : > 5000 mg/kg
: Irritating to eyes.
Symptoms include: Redness , Pain .
: Symptoms include: Abdominal cramps , See "Inhalation" .
Butanone : LD50 (Rat, oral) : > 2500 mg/kg
: Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.
: Not sensitive .
: Not carcinogenic .
: Not mutagenic .
: Possible risk of harm to the unborn child.
12. Ecological information

12.1. Toxicity
Ecotoxicity
: Butanone : EC50 (Daphnia magna, 48 h) : > 5000 mg/l

Butanone : LC50 (Fish, 96 h) : > 2500 mg/l (Pimephales promelas)
12.2. Persistence and degradability

Persistence and degradability
: Butanone : Persistence and degradability : Easily
12.3. Bioaccumulative potential

Bioaccumulation
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: Butanone : Bioaccumulation : No

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12. Ecological information (continued)

12.4. Mobility in soil
Mobility
: Butanone : Mobility : Good soluble in water
12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

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Evaluation
: Butanone : PBT/vPvB : No
12.6. Other adverse effects

This product is classified as a Volatile Organic Component according to Directive 1999/13/EC.
WGK class (DE)
: 1 ( Weak water pollutant )
Water damaging (NL)
: 11
Decontamination exertion (NL)
: B
13. Disposal considerations

13.1. Waste treatment methods
Waste from residues/Unused products
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European list of waste products
Removal contaminated packaging
: The product has to be destroyed according to national or local legislation, by a

company specialised in handling hazardous waste products.
: XXXXXX - European waste product code. This code is assigned on the basis of the
most current applications and can not be representative for pollutions which are
arisen at the effective use of the product. The producer of the waste has to
evaluate its process himself and has to grant the appropriate waste coding. See
Decision 2001/118/EC.
08XXXX - Waste from the manufacture, formulation, supply and use (MFSU) of
coatings (paints, varnishes and vitreous enamels), adhesives, sealants and printing
inks.
140603 - Other solvents and mixtures of solvents.
: Packing is to be used exclusively for the packing of this product.
After use, empty and close the packing very carefully.
In case of returned packing, the empty packing can be offered back to the supplier.
14. Transport information

14.1. UN number
UN Number
: 1193
14.2. UN proper shipping name

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ADR Name
ADN Name
IMDG Name
: UN 1193 Methyl ethyl ketone (Ethyl methyl ketone), 3, II, (D/E)

: UN 1193 Methyl ethyl ketone (Ethyl methyl ketone) , 3, II
: UN 1193 Methyl ethyl ketone (Ethyl methyl ketone) , 3, II, (-4C)
14.3. Transport hazard classe(s)

Class
: 3
14.4. Packing group

Packaging Group
: II
14.5. Environmental hazards

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Environmentally hazard
Marine pollutant
14.6. Special precautions for user
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: No
: No

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14. Transport information (continued)

Danger number
Hazard Label(s)
EmS-N
: 33
: 3
: F-E, S-D
14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code
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*
Type ship
Pollution category
: 3
: Z
15. Regulatory information

15.1. Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
Inventories
NFPA n
Relevant EU Rule(s)
: Australian inventory (AICS): Listed in inventory.

Canadian inventory (DSL): Listed in inventory.
Chinese inventory (IECS): Listed in inventory.
European inventory (EINECS): Listed in inventory.
Japanese inventory (ENCS): Listed in inventory.
Korean inventory (KECI): Listed in inventory.
Philippine inventory (PICCS): Listed in inventory.
Inventory of the United States (TSCA): Listed in inventory.
: 1-3-0
: Directive 92/85/EEC of the Council of 19 October 1992 on the introduction of
measures to encourage improvements in the safety and health at work of pregnant
workers and workers who have recently given birth or are breastfeeding
Directive 96/82/EC of the Council of 9 December 1996 on the control of majoraccident hazards involving dangerous substances
Directive 98/24/EC of the Council of 7 April 1998 on the protection of the health and
safety of workers from the risks related to chemical agents at work
Directive 1999/13/EC of the Council of 11 March 1999 on the limitation of
emissions of volatile organic compounds due to the use of organic solvents in
certain activities and installations
Directive 2004/42/CE of the European Parliament and of the Council of 21 April
2004 on the limitation of emissions of volatile organic compounds due to the use of
organic solvents in certain paints and varnishes and vehicle refinishing products
and amending Directive 1999/13/EC
Decision 2001/118/EC of the Commission of 16 January 2001 amending Decision
2000/532/EC as regards the list of wastes
Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16
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
Regulation (EU) No 453/2010 of 20 May 2010 amending Regulation (EC) No 1907/
2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council on the Registration,
Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (Reach)
15.2. Chemical Safety Assessment

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A chemical safety assessment has been carried out for the substance(s) that make up this material or for the material itself.
16. Other information

*
This safety data sheet has been drawn up in accordance with Regulation (EU) No 453/2010.
This safety data sheet is exclusively made for industrial/professional use.
* Has changed compared to previous revision.
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16. Other information (continued)

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Changes
Sources of used key data
R-phrases
(EU)H-statements
List of abbrevations and acronyms
: General revision .
: The information contained herein is based on the present state of our knowledge (
Producer(s) , Chemical cards , ...).
See also on the webaddress:
http://apps.echa.europa.eu/registered/registered-sub.aspx#search
: R11 - Highly flammable.
R36 - Irritating to eyes.
R66 - Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.
R67 - Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.
: H225 - Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
H319 - Causes serious eye irritation.
H336 - May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
EUH066 - Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.
: ADN (Accord europen relatif au transport international des marchandises
Dangereuses par voie de Navigation interieur) : European agreement concerning
the international carriage of dangerous goods by inland waterways
ADR (Accord europen relatif au transport international des marchandises
Dangereuses par Route) : European agreement concerning the international
carriage of dangerous goods by road
CO : Carbon monoxide
DNEL (Derived No Effect Level) : an estimated safe exposure level
EmS (Emergency Schedule) : the first code refers to the relevant fire schedule and
the second code refers to the relevant spillage schedule
IMDG (International Maritime Dangerous Goods code)
NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) or fire diamant
PNEC (Predicted No Effect Concentration) : concentration below which exposure to
a substance is not expected to cause adverse effects
REACH : Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and restriction of Chemicals
WGK (Wassergefahrdungsklasse) : a German classification of substances that
indicate the environmental hazard for surface water
This information is to our knowledge correct and complete on the date of issue of this safety data sheet. The information only
concerns the product and does not give any guarantee for the quality and the completeness of the properties of the product, or in
case of mixing or using in any other process. It remains the responsibility of the user to assure himself that the information is
suitable and complete concerning the special use he makes of the product.
BRENNTAG denies all responsibility for loss or damage resulting from the use of these data.
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Main
User
Group
(SU)
Sector
of Use
(SU)
Product
Category
(PC)
Process
Category
(PROC)
Environm
ental
Release
Category
(ERC)
Article
Category
(AC)
Specified
No.
Short title
Manufacture of
substance
8, 9
NA
1, 2, 3, 4,
8a, 8b, 15
1, 4
NA
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Use as an intermediate
NA
NA
1, 2, 3, 4,
8a, 8b, 15
6a
NA
ES626
Distribution of
substance
8, 9
NA
1, 2, 3, 4,
8a, 8b, 9,
15
NA
ES628
Formulation &
(re)packing of
substances and
mixtures
NA
NA
1, 2, 3, 4,
5, 8a, 8b,
9, 14, 15
NA
ES630
Polymer processing
10
NA
1, 2, 3, 4,
5, 6, 8a,
8b, 9, 13,
14, 21
4, 7
NA
ES222
Uses in coatings
NA
NA
1, 2, 3, 4,
5, 7, 8a,
8b, 9, 10,
13, 14, 15
NA
ES632
Uses in coatings
22
NA
NA
1, 2, 3, 4,
5, 8a, 8b,
10, 11,
13, 15, 19
8a, 8d
NA
ES229
NA
8a, 8d
NA
ES363
Uses in coatings
21
NA
1, 4, 8,
9a, 9b,
15, 18,
23, 24,
31, 34
Use in Cleaning
Agents
NA
NA
1, 2, 3, 4,
7, 8a, 8b,
10, 13
NA
ES636
10
Use in Cleaning
Agents
22
NA
NA
1, 2, 3, 4,
8a, 8b,
10, 11, 13
8a, 8b,
8d
NA
ES319
11
Use in Cleaning
Agents
21
NA
9a, 9b,
24, 35
NA
8a, 8d
NA
ES392
12
Use as binders and

release agents
NA
NA
1, 2, 3, 4,
6, 7, 8b,
10, 13, 14
4, 5
NA
ES185
13
Use as binders and

release agents
22
NA
NA
1, 2, 3, 4,
6, 8b, 10,
11, 14
8a, 8d
NA
ES324
14
Use in agrochemicals
22
NA
NA
1, 2, 4,
8a, 8b,
11, 13
8a, 8d
NA
ES322
15
Use in agrochemicals
21
NA
12, 27
NA
8a, 8d
NA
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Use as a fuel
NA
NA
1, 2, 3,
8a, 8b, 16
NA
ES189
17
Use as a fuel
22
NA
NA
1, 2, 3,
8a, 8b, 16
8b, 8e,
9a, 9b
NA
ES326
18
Use as a fuel
21
NA
13
NA
8b
NA
ES485
4, 7
NA
ES177
19
Use as lubricants
NA
NA
1, 2, 3, 4,
7, 8a, 8b,
9, 10, 13,
17, 18
20
Use as lubricants
21
NA
1, 24, 31
NA
8a, 8d,
9a, 9b
NA
ES471
21
Use as Functional
Fluids
21
NA
16, 17
NA
9a, 9b
NA
ES489
22
Use in laboratories
NA
NA
10, 15
2, 4
NA
ES217
23
Use in laboratories
22
NA
NA
10, 15
8a
NA
ES329
24
Use in metal working

fluids / rolling oils
NA
NA
1, 2, 3, 4,
5, 7, 8a,
8b, 9, 10,
13, 17
NA
ES183
25
Use in de-icing and

anti-icing applications
22
NA
NA
8b, 10,
11
8d
NA
ES357
26
Use in road and

construction
applications
22
NA
NA
8a, 8b, 9,
10, 11, 13
8d, 8f
NA
ES353
27
Use as water treatment

chemicals
NA
NA
1, 2, 3, 4,
8a, 8b, 13
NA
ES226
28
Use as water treatment

chemicals
22
NA
NA
1, 2, 3, 4,
8a, 8b, 13
8f
NA
ES331
29
Explosives
manufacture & use
22
NA
NA
1, 2, 3, 5,
8a, 8b
8d, 8e
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1. Short title of Exposure Scenario 1: Manufacture of substance

Main User Groups
SU 3: Industrial uses: Uses of substances as such or in preparations at industrial

sites
Sectors of end-use
SU8: Manufacture of bulk, large scale chemicals (including petroleum products)

SU9: Manufacture of fine chemicals
Process categories
PROC1: Use in closed process, no likelihood of exposure

PROC2: Use in closed, continuous process with occasional controlled exposure
PROC3: Use in closed batch process (synthesis or formulation)
PROC4: Use in batch and other process (synthesis) where opportunity for
exposure arises
PROC8a: Transfer of substance or preparation (charging/discharging) from/to
vessels/large containers at non-dedicated facilities
PROC8b: Transfer of substance or preparation (charging/discharging) from/to
vessels/large containers at dedicated facilities
PROC15: Use as laboratory reagent
Environmental Release
Categories
ERC1: Manufacture of substances

ERC4: Industrial use of processing aids in processes and products, not becoming
part of articles
Activity
Manufacture of substance or use as an intermediate, process chemical or

extracting agent. Includes recycling/recovery, material transfers, storage,
maintenance and loading (including marine vessel/barge, road/rail car and bulk
container).
2.1 Contributing scenario controlling environmental exposure for: ERC1

No exposure assessment presented for the environment.
2.2 Contributing scenario controlling worker exposure for: PROC1, PROC2, PROC3, PROC4,
PROC8a, PROC8b, PROC15
Product characteristics
Concentration of the
Substance in
Mixture/Article
Covers percentage substance in the product up to

100 % (unless stated differently).
Physical Form (at time of

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 kPa
Assumes use at not more than 20C above ambient temp erature.
Frequency and duration of use
Covers daily exposures up to 8 hours (unless stated differently).
Technical conditions and

measures to control dispersion
from source towards the worker
Storage
Conditions and measures related

to personal protection, hygiene
and health evaluation
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Store substance within a closed system.(PROC1,

PROC2)
Equipment cleaning and

Drain down system prior to equipment opening or
maintenance
maintenance.(PROC8a)
Use suitable eye protection.
Avoid direct eye contact with product, also via contamination on hands.
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3. Exposure estimation and reference to its source

Environment
Workers
The ECETOC TRA tool has been used to estimate workplace exposures unless otherwise indicated.
4. Guidance to Downstream User to evaluate whether he works inside the boundaries set by the
Exposure Scenario
Predicted exposures are not expected to exceed the DN(M)EL when the Risk Management
Measures/Operational Conditions outlined in Section 2 are implemented.
Where other Risk Management Measures/Operational Conditions are adopted, then users should ensure that
risks are managed to at least equivalent levels.
Additional good practice advice beyond the REACH Chemical Safety Assessment
Assumes a good basic standard of occupational hygiene is implemented.
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1. Short title of Exposure Scenario 2: Use as an intermediate

Main User Groups

sites
Process categories

exposure arises
Categories
ERC6a: Industrial use resulting in manufacture of another substance (use of

intermediates)
Activity
Use as an intermediate (not related to Strictly Controlled Conditions). Includes

incidental exposures during recycling/recovery, material transfers, storage,
sampling, associated laboratory activities, maintenance and loading (including
marine vessel/barge, road/rail car and bulk container).
2.1 Contributing scenario controlling environmental exposure for: ERC6a

Substance in
Mixture/Article


use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 kPa

Storage


PROC2)

maintenance
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1. Short title of Exposure Scenario 3: Distribution of substance

Main User Groups

sites
Sectors of end-use
SU8: Manufacture of bulk, large scale chemicals (including petroleum products)

SU9: Manufacture of fine chemicals
Process categories

exposure arises
PROC9: Transfer of substance or preparation into small containers (dedicated
filling line, including weighing)
Categories
Activity
ERC2: Formulation of preparations

Loading (including marine vessel/barge, rail/road car and IBC loading) and
repacking (including drums and small packs) of substance, including its sampling,
storage, unloading, distribution and associated laboratory activities.

PROC8a, PROC8b, PROC9, PROC15
Substance in
Mixture/Article


use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 kPa

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(closed systems)
Handle substance within a closed system.(PROC1)
General exposures
(closed systems)
Clear transfer lines prior to de-coupling.(PROC4)

maintenance

Bulk transfers
Handle substance within a closed
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(closed systems)

system.(PROC8b)
Drum and small package

Fill containers/cans at dedicated filling points
filling
supplied with local extract ventilation.(PROC9)

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1. Short title of Exposure Scenario 4: Formulation & (re)packing of substances and mixtures
Main User Groups

sites
Process categories

exposure arises
PROC5: Mixing or blending in batch processes for formulation of preparations
and articles (multistage and/or significant contact)
PROC14: Production of preparations or articles by tabletting, compression,
extrusion, pelettisation
Categories
Activity

Formulation, packing and re-packing of the substance and its mixtures in batch or
continuous operations, including storage, materials transfers, mixing, tabletting,
compression, pelletisation, extrusion, large and small scale packing, sampling,
maintenance and associated laboratory activities.

PROC5, PROC8a, PROC8b, PROC9, PROC14, PROC15

use)
Vapour pressure
> 10 kPa
Handle substance within a closed system.(PROC2,
PROC3)
General exposures
(closed systems)
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liquid
Store substance within a closed system.

Transfer via enclosed lines.
Locate bulk storage outdoors.(PROC1, PROC2)
Provide extraction ventilation at points where emissions occur.(PROC5,
PROC14)
Transfer from/pouring
Use drum pumps or carefully pour from
Storage
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from containers
Manual
container.(PROC8a, PROC8b)
Drum/batch transfers

Drain down and flush system prior to equipment

opening or maintenance.(PROC8a)
Drum and small package

Fill containers/cans at dedicated filling points
filling
supplied with local extract ventilation.(PROC9)
Wear a respirator conforming to EN140 with Type A filter or better.(PROC5,
PROC14)

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Exposure Scenario
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1. Short title of Exposure Scenario 5: Polymer processing

Main User Groups

sites
Sectors of end-use
SU 10: Formulation [mixing] of preparations and/ or re-packaging (excluding

alloys)
Process categories

exposure arises
PROC6: Calendering operations
PROC13: Treatment of articles by dipping and pouring
PROC21: Low energy manipulation of substances bound in materials and/or
articles
Categories
part of articles
ERC7: Industrial use of substances in closed systems
Activity
Processing of formulated polymers including material transfers, additives handling

(e.g. pigments, stabilisers, fillers, plasticisers, etc.), moulding, curing and forming
activities, material re-works, storage and associated maintenance.
2.1 Contributing scenario controlling environmental exposure for: ERC4, ERC7

PROC5, PROC6, PROC8a, PROC8b, PROC9, PROC13, PROC14, PROC21
Substance in
Mixture/Article


use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 kPa
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Other operational conditions

affecting workers exposure

Operation is carried out at elevated temperature (> 20C above ambient

temperature).(PROC6)
Storage
Store substance within a closed system.(PROC2)
Additive premixing
Ensure material transfers are under containment or

extract ventilation.(PROC3, PROC4, PROC5)
Additive premixing
Avoid carrying out operation for more than 4

hours.(PROC5)
Calendering (including
Banburys)
Provide a good standard of controlled ventilation

(10 to 15 air changes per hour)(PROC6)
Equipment maintenance

(10 to 15 air changes per hour)(PROC8a)
Handle substance within a closed system.

Provide a good standard of controlled ventilation (10 to 15 air changes per
hour)(PROC13, PROC14, PROC21)
Bulk transfers

Environment
Workers
Exposure Scenario
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1. Short title of Exposure Scenario 6: Uses in coatings

Main User Groups

sites
Process categories

exposure arises
PROC7: Industrial spraying
PROC10: Roller application or brushing
Categories
part of articles
Activity
Covers the use in coatings (paints, inks, adhesives, etc) including exposures
during use (including materials receipt, storage, preparation and transfer from bulk
and semi-bulk, application by spray, roller, spreader, dip, flow, fluidised bed on
production lines and film formation) and equipment cleaning, maintenance and
associated laboratory activities.

PROC5, PROC7, PROC8a, PROC8b, PROC9, PROC10, PROC13, PROC14, PROC15
Substance in
Mixture/Article


use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 kPa
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General exposures
(closed systems)
PROC2, PROC3)
Ensure material transfers are under containment or extract ventilation.(PROC2,
PROC3)
Provide extraction ventilation at points where emissions occur.(PROC4, PROC5,
PROC13, PROC14, PROC15)
Spraying
Carry out in a vented booth provided with laminar
(automatic/robotic)
airflow.(PROC7)

Spraying/fogging by
manual application
Clear transfer lines prior to de-coupling.(PROC8a, PROC8b)
Material transfers
Provide extract ventilation to material transfer points
and other openings.(PROC9)
from containers
Roller, spreader, flow
application

Minimise exposure by partial enclosure of the

operation or equipment and provide extract
ventilation at openings.(PROC10)
Production of
preparations or articles
Avoid manual contact with wet work
by tabletting,
pieces.(PROC13)
compression, extrusion,
pelettisation
Spraying/fogging by
Wear a respirator conforming to EN140 with Type A
manual application
filter or better.(PROC7)

Environment
Workers
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Main User Groups
SU 22: Professional uses: Public domain (administration, education,

entertainment, services, craftsmen)
Process categories

exposure arises
PROC11: Non industrial spraying
PROC19: Hand-mixing with intimate contact and only PPE available
Categories
ERC8a: Wide dispersive indoor use of processing aids in open systems

ERC8d: Wide dispersive outdoor use of processing aids in open systems
Activity
during use (including materials receipt, storage, preparation and transfer from bulk
and semi-bulk, application by spray, roller, brush, spreader by hand or similar
methods, and film formation) and equipment cleaning, maintenance and
associated laboratory activities.
2.1 Contributing scenario controlling environmental exposure for: ERC8a, ERC8d

PROC5, PROC8a, PROC8b, PROC10, PROC11, PROC13, PROC15, PROC19
Substance in
Mixture/Article


use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 kPa
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Avoid carrying out operation for more than 4 hours.
General exposures
(closed systems)

PROC2)
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Filling / preparation of
equipment from drums or
containers
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containers

extract ventilation.(PROC2)
Preparation of material
for application

Film formation - air

drying
Indoor
Provide extraction ventilation at points where

emissions occur.
for application
Indoor

Provide a good standard of general ventilation.

Natural ventilation is from doors, windows etc.
Controlled ventilation means air is supplied or
removed by a powered fan.(PROC8a)
Material transfers
Provide extract ventilation to material transfer points

and other openings.(PROC8b)
Roller, spreader, flow

application
Indoor

removed by a powered fan.(PROC10)
Spraying/fogging by
manual application
Indoor
Carry out in a vented booth or extracted

enclosure.(PROC11)
Dipping, immersion and

pouring
Indoor

emissions occur.
pieces.(PROC13)
Dipping, immersion and

pouring
Outdoor.
Ensure operation is undertaken outdoors.

pieces.(PROC13)
Laboratory activities

Hand application - finger

paints, pastels,
Adhesives
Indoor


paints, pastels,
Adhesives
Outdoor.
Ensure operation is undertaken outdoors.(PROC19)
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Avoid carrying out operation for more than 1 hour.
Film formation - air
or
drying
Outdoor.

for application
Indoor

or

or
filter or better.(PROC8a)
Spraying/fogging by
manual application
Outdoor.

hours.(PROC11)
for application

filter or better.(PROC5, PROC10, PROC11,
PROC19)
Spraying/fogging by
manual application
paints, pastels,
Adhesives
Outdoor.

filter or better.(PROC11, PROC19)

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Workers
Exposure Scenario
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Main User Groups
SU 21: Consumer uses: Private households (= general public = consumers)
Chemical product category
PC1: Adhesives, sealants

PC4: Anti-freeze and de-icing products
PC8: Biocidal products
PC9a: Coatings and paints, thinners, paint removers
PC9b: Fillers, putties, plasters, modelling clay
PC15: Non-metal-surface treatment products
PC18: Ink and toners
PC23: Leather tanning, dye, finishing, impregnation and care products
PC24: Lubricants, greases, release products
PC31: Polishes and wax blends
PC34: Textile dyes, finishing and impregnating products; including bleaches and
other processing aids
Categories

Activity
during use (including product transfer and preparation, application by brush, spray
by hand or similar methods) and equipment cleaning.

2.2 Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC1: Glues, hobby use
Substance in
Mixture/Article
Concentration of substance in product : 0% - 30%

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 kPa
Amount used
Amount used per event
9g
Exposure duration per

day
4h
Human factors not influenced by

risk management
Other given operational
conditions affecting consumers
exposure
to protection of consumer (e.g.
behavioural advice, personal
protection and hygiene)
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Frequency of use
365 days/year
Exposed skin areas
Covers skin contact area up to 35,73 cm
Room size
20 m3
Covers use under typical household ventilation.

No specific risk management measure identified beyond those operational
conditions stated.
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2.3 Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC1: Glues DIY-use (carpet glue,
tile glue, wood parquet glue)
Substance in
Mixture/Article

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
Amount used
6,390 kg
6h

day
Frequency of use
1 days/year

risk management
Exposed skin areas
Covers skin contact area up to 110 cm

exposure
Room size
20 m3
Ventilation rate per hour
0,6


conditions stated.
2.5 Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC1: Glue from spray
Substance in
Mixture/Article

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 kPa
Amount used
85,05 g

day
4h
Frequency of use
6 days/year

risk management
Exposed skin areas

exposure
Room size
20 m3
0,6


conditions stated.
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2.6 Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC1: Sealants

Substance in
Mixture/Article

20 %.

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
Amount used
75 g

day
1h
Frequency of use
365 days/year

risk management
Exposed skin areas

exposure
Room size
34 m3
0,6


conditions stated.
2.7 Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC4: Washing car window
Substance in
Mixture/Article
Covers percentage substance in the product up to 1

%.

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 kPa
Amount used
0,5 g

day
0,02 h
Frequency of use
365 days/year

risk management
Exposed skin areas

exposure
Room size
34 m3
1,5


conditions stated.
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Covers use in a one car garage (34 m3) under typical ventilation.
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2.8 Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC4: Pouring into radiator
Substance in
Mixture/Article

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
Amount used
2 kg

day
0,17 h
Frequency of use
365 days/year

risk management
Exposed skin areas

exposure
Room size
34 m3
1,5


conditions stated.
2.9 Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC8: Cleaners, liquids
Substance in
Mixture/Article
Covers percentage substance in the product up to 5

%.

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
Amount used
27 g

day
0,33 h
Frequency of use
128 days/year

risk management
Exposed skin areas

exposure
Room size
20 m3
0,6


conditions stated.
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2.10
Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC8: Cleaners, trigger sprays
Substance in
Mixture/Article

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
Amount used
35 g

day
0,17 h
Frequency of use
128 days/year

risk management
Exposed skin areas

exposure
Room size
20 m3
0,6


conditions stated.
2.11 Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC9a: Solvent rich, high solid,
water borne paint
Substance in
Mixture/Article
Covers the percentage of the substance in the

product up to 25 %.

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
Amount used
0,744 kg

day
2,2 h
Frequency of use
6 days/year

risk management
Exposed skin areas

exposure
Room size
20 m3
0,6


conditions stated.
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2.12
Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC9a: Aerosol spray can
Substance in
Mixture/Article

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
Amount used
0,215 kg

day
0,33 h
Frequency of use
2 days/year

risk management
Exposed skin areas

exposure
Room size
34 m3
1,5


conditions stated.
2.13 Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC9a: Removers (paint-, glue-,
wall paper-, sealant-remover)
Substance in
Mixture/Article

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
Amount used
0,491 kg

day
2h
Frequency of use
3 days/year

risk management
Exposed skin areas

exposure
Room size
20 m3
0,6


conditions stated.
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2.15
Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC9b: Fillers and putty
Substance in
Mixture/Article

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
Amount used
85 g

day
4h
Frequency of use
12 days/year

risk management
Exposed skin areas

exposure
Room size
20 m3
0,6


conditions stated.
2.16 Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC9b: Plasters and floor
equalizers
Substance in
Mixture/Article

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
Amount used
13,8 kg

day
2h
Frequency of use
12 days/year

risk management
Exposed skin areas

exposure
Room size
20 m3
0,6


conditions stated.
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2.17 Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC15: Solvent rich, high solid,
water borne paint
use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
Amount used
0,744 kg
2,2 h

day
Frequency of use
6 days/year

risk management
Exposed skin areas

exposure
Room size
20 m3
0,6


conditions stated.
2.18
Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC15: Aerosol spray can
Substance in
Mixture/Article

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
Amount used
0,215 kg
0,33 h

day
Frequency of use
2 days/year

risk management
Exposed skin areas

exposure
Room size
34 m3
1,5


conditions stated.
2.19 Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC15: Removers (paint-, glue-,
wall paper-, sealant remover)
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Substance in
Mixture/Article

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
Amount used
0,491 kg

day
2h
Frequency of use
3 days/year

risk management
Exposed skin areas

exposure
Room size
20 m3
0,6


conditions stated.
2.20
Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC18

Substance in
Mixture/Article

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
Amount used
40 g
2,2 h

day
Frequency of use
365 days/year

risk management
Exposed skin areas

exposure
Room size
20 m3
0,6


conditions stated.
2.21 Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC23: Polishes, wax/cream
(floor, furniture, shoes)
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Substance in
Mixture/Article

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
Amount used
56 g

day
1,23 h
Frequency of use
29 days/year

risk management
Exposed skin areas

exposure
Room size
20 m3
0,6


conditions stated.
2.22 Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC23: Polishes, spray (furniture,
shoes)
Substance in
Mixture/Article

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
Amount used
56 g

day
0,33 h
Frequency of use
8 days/year

risk management
Exposed skin areas

exposure
Room size
20 m3
0,6


conditions stated.
2.23
Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC24: Liquids
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Substance in
Mixture/Article


use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
Amount used
2,2 kg

day
0,17 h
Frequency of use
4 days/year

risk management
Exposed skin areas

exposure
Room size
34 m3
1,5


conditions stated.
2.24
Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC24: Pastes

Substance in
Mixture/Article

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
Amount used
34 g
6h

day

risk management
exposure
2.25
Frequency of use
10 days/year
Exposed skin areas
Room size
20 m3

conditions stated.
Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC24: Sprays
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Substance in
Mixture/Article
use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
Amount used
73 g
0,17 h

day
Frequency of use
6 days/year

risk management
Exposed skin areas

exposure
Room size
20 m3
0,6


conditions stated.
2.26 Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC31: Polishes, wax / cream
(floor, furniture, shoes)
Substance in
Mixture/Article

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
Amount used
142 g
1,23 h

day
Frequency of use
29 days/year

risk management
Exposed skin areas

exposure
Room size
20 m3
0,6


conditions stated.
2.27
Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC31: Polishes, spray (furniture,
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shoes)
Substance in
Mixture/Article

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
Amount used
35 g

day
0,33 h
Frequency of use
8 days/year

risk management
Exposed skin areas

exposure
Room size
20 m3
0,6


conditions stated.
2.28
Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC34

Substance in
Mixture/Article

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
Amount used
0,115 kg

day
1h
Frequency of use
365 days/year

risk management
Exposed skin areas

exposure
Room size
20 m3
0,6


conditions stated.
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The ECETOC TRA tool has been used to estimate consumer exposures unless otherwise indicated.
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1. Short title of Exposure Scenario 9: Use in Cleaning Agents

Main User Groups

sites
Process categories

exposure arises
Categories
part of articles
Activity
Covers the use as a component of cleaning products including transfer from

storage, pouring/unloading from drums or containers. exposures during
mixing/diluting in the preparatory phase and cleaning activities (including spraying,
brushing, dipping, wiping, automated and by hand), related equipment cleaning
and maintenance.

PROC7, PROC8a, PROC8b, PROC10, PROC13
Substance in
Mixture/Article


use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 kPa

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extract ventilation.(PROC8b)
containers
PROC13)
hour)(PROC7, PROC10)
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or
Wear a respirator conforming to EN140 with Type A filter or better.(PROC2)
or
PROC7, PROC10)
PROC10)

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Exposure Scenario
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Process categories

exposure arises
Categories

ERC8b: Wide dispersive indoor use of reactive substances in open systems
Activity
Covers the use as a component of cleaning products including pouring/unloading

from drums or containers; and exposures during mixing/diluting in the preparatory
phase and cleaning activities (including spraying, brushing, dipping, wiping,
automated and by hand).
2.1 Contributing scenario controlling environmental exposure for: ERC8a, ERC8b, ERC8d
PROC8a, PROC8b, PROC10, PROC11, PROC13
Substance in
Mixture/Article


use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 kPa

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Surfaces
cleaning
Manual

Semi-automated process
(e.g.: Semi-automatic
application of floor care
and maintenance

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products)
Cleaning of medical
devices

emissions occur.(PROC4)
containers
Ensure operation is undertaken outdoors.(PROC8a)
containers

removed by a powered fan.(PROC8b)
Cleaning with lowpressure washers

Rolling, Brushing

Surfaces
cleaning
Manual
Ensure doors and windows are opened.(PROC10)
Ad hoc manual
application via trigger
sprays, dipping, etc

Cleaning with high

pressure washers
Spraying
Indoor
Surfaces
or
cleaning
Manual

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(semi) closed systems

or
filter or better.(PROC2, PROC3)
Semi-automated process
(e.g.: Semi-automatic
application of floor care
and maintenance
products)

or
Application of cleaning
products in closed
systems

or
Cleaning of medical
devices

or
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containers

filter or better.(PROC8a)
containers

or
filter or better.(PROC8b)
Surfaces
cleaning
Manual

or
Ad hoc manual

or
Cleaning with high

pressure washers
Spraying
Outdoor.

or

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PC9a:
PC9b:
PC24:
PC35:
Categories

Activity
Covers general exposures to consumers arising from the use of household

products sold as washing and cleaning products, aerosols, coatings, de-icers,
lubricants and air care products.
Coatings and paints, thinners, paint removers

Fillers, putties, plasters, modelling clay
Lubricants, greases, release products
Washing and cleaning products (including solvent based products)

2.2 Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC9a: Solvent rich, high solid,
water borne paint
Substance in
Mixture/Article

25 %.

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
0,744 kg

event
2h
Frequency of use
6 days/year
Frequency of use
1 Times per day

risk management
Exposed skin areas

exposure
Room size
20 m3
0,6


conditions stated.
Amount used
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liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
0,215 kg

event
0,33 h
Frequency of use
2 days/year
Frequency of use
1 Times per day

risk management
Exposed skin areas

exposure
Room size
34 m3
1,5


conditions stated.
2.4 Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC9a: Removers (paint-, glue-, wall
paper-, sealant-remover)
Substance in
Mixture/Article

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
0,491 kg

event
2h
Frequency of use
3 days/year
Frequency of use
1 Times per day

risk management
Exposed skin areas

exposure
Room size
20 m3
0,6


conditions stated.
Amount used
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Mixture/Article

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
13,8 kg

event
2h
Frequency of use
12 days/year
Frequency of use
1 Times per day

risk management
Exposed skin areas

exposure
Room size
20 m3
0,6


conditions stated.
Amount used
2.6 Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC24: Liquids
Amount used
Substance in
Mixture/Article

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
2,2 kg

event
0,17 h
Frequency of use
4 days/year
Frequency of use
1 Times per day

risk management
Exposed skin areas

exposure
Room size
34 m3
1,5


conditions stated.
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Amount used

risk management
exposure
Substance in
Mixture/Article

20 %.

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
34 g

event
2,2 h
Frequency of use
10 days/year
Frequency of use
1 Times per day
Exposed skin areas
Room size
20 m3

conditions stated.
2.8 Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC24: Sprays

Substance in
Mixture/Article

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
73 g

event
0,17 min
Frequency of use
6 days/year
Frequency of use
1 Times per day

risk management
Exposed skin areas

exposure
Room size
20 m3
0,6


conditions stated.
Amount used
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2.9 Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC35: Cleaners, liquids (all purpose
cleaners, sanitary products, floor cleaners, glass cleaners, carpet cleaners, metal cleaners )
Amount used
Substance in
Mixture/Article

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
27 g

event
0,33 min
Frequency of use
128 days/year
Frequency of use
1 Times per day

risk management
Exposed skin areas

exposure
Room size
20 m3
0,6


conditions stated.
2.10 Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC35: Cleaners, trigger sprays
(all purpose cleaners, sanitary products, glass cleaners)
Amount used

risk management
exposure
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Mixture/Article

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
35 g

event
0,17 min
Frequency of use
128 days/year
Frequency of use
1 Times per day
Exposed skin areas
Room size
20 m3
0,6
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1. Short title of Exposure Scenario 12: Use as binders and release agents
Main User Groups

sites
Process categories

exposure arises
Categories
part of articles
ERC5: Industrial use resulting in inclusion into or onto a matrix
Activity
Covers the use as binders and release agents including material transfers, mixing,
application (including spraying and brushing) and handling of waste.

PROC6, PROC7, PROC8b, PROC10, PROC13, PROC14
Substance in
Mixture/Article


use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 kPa

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PROC2)
Material transfers

(10 to 15 air changes per hour)
Transfer via enclosed lines.(PROC1, PROC2,
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Mixing operations (closed
systems)

Casting operations

Spraying
(automatic/robotic)

Spraying/fogging by
manual application
Carry out in a vented booth or extracted

enclosure.(PROC7)
Transfer materials directly to mixing

vessels.(PROC8b)
PROC14)
Casting operations


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1. Short title of Exposure Scenario 13: Use as binders and release agents
Main User Groups

Process categories

exposure arises
Categories

Activity
Covers the use as binders and release agents including material transfers, mixing,
application by spraying, brushing, and handling of waste.

PROC6, PROC8b, PROC10, PROC11, PROC14
Substance in
Mixture/Article


use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 kPa

PROC2)
Transfer via enclosed lines.(PROC1, PROC2, PROC3)
Minimise exposure by partial enclosure of the operation or equipment and
provide extract ventilation at openings.(PROC3, PROC10, PROC14)
Mixing operations (open
systems)
Storage
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Casting operations
Use drum pumps.(PROC8b)

Minimise exposure by extracted full enclosure for the operation or
equipment.(PROC11)

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1. Short title of Exposure Scenario 14: Use in agrochemicals

Main User Groups

Process categories

exposure arises
Categories

Activity
Use as an agrochemical excipient for application by manual or machine spraying,

smokes and fogging; including equipment clean-downs and disposal.

2.2 Contributing scenario controlling worker exposure for: PROC1, PROC2, PROC4, PROC8a,
PROC8b, PROC11, PROC13
Substance in
Mixture/Article


use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 kPa

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Storage

PROC2)

systems)
from containers
Ad hoc manual
Ensure operation is undertaken outdoors.(PROC4,

PROC8b, PROC13)
Disposal of wastes
Ensure operation is undertaken outdoors.(PROC8a)
Spraying
(automatic/robotic)
Apply within a vented cab supplied with filtered air

under positive pressure and with a protection factor
of >20.(PROC11)
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Disposal of wastes
Organisational measures to
prevent /limit releases, dispersion
and exposure
maintenance


hour.(PROC8a)
hour.(PROC8a)
Disposal of wastes
Wear suitable gloves tested to EN374.(PROC8a)

maintenance
Wear chemically resistant gloves (tested to EN374)

in combination with basic employee
training.(PROC8a)
Spraying/fogging by
machine application

Ad hoc manual
Wear suitable gloves tested to EN374.


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1. Short title of Exposure Scenario 15: Use in agrochemicals

Main User Groups
PC12: Lawn and garden preparations, including fertilizers (- Fertilizers)

PC27: Plant protection products
Categories

Activity
Covers the consumer use of agrochemicals in liquid and solid forms.

2.2 Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC12, PC27

Substance in
Mixture/Article

use)
liquid
50 g

event
0,5 h
Frequency of use
365 days/year
Frequency of use
1 Times per day

risk management
Exposed skin areas

exposure
Room size
20 m3
Amount used

Covers use under typical household ventilation., Covers use at ambient

temperatures.
Consumer Measures
Avoid using at a product concentration greater than

2.5%(PC27 )

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1. Short title of Exposure Scenario 16: Use as a fuel

Main User Groups

sites
Process categories

PROC16: Using material as fuel sources, limited exposure to unburned product to
be expected
Categories
Activity

Covers the use as a fuel (or fuel additive), and includes activities associated with
its transfer, use, equipment maintenance and handling of waste.

PROC8b, PROC16
Substance in
Mixture/Article


use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 kPa


Store substance within a closed system.
Ensure operation is undertaken outdoors.(PROC1, PROC2)
Handle substance within a closed system.(PROC1, PROC2, PROC3, PROC16)
Drain down and flush system prior to equipment opening or maintenance.
Apply vessel entry procedures including use of supplied compressed
air.(PROC8a)
Bulk transfers
Clear transfer lines prior to de-coupling.(PROC8b)

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Process categories

PROC16: Using material as fuel sources, limited exposure to unburned product to
be expected
Categories
ERC8b:
ERC8e:
ERC9a:
ERC9b:
Activity
Covers the use as a fuel (or fuel additive), and includes activities associated with
its transfer, use, equipment maintenance and handling of waste.
Wide dispersive indoor use of reactive substances in open systems

Wide dispersive outdoor use of reactive substances in open systems
Wide dispersive indoor use of substances in closed systems
Wide dispersive outdoor use of substances in closed systems
2.1 Contributing scenario controlling environmental exposure for: ERC8b, ERC8e, ERC9a, ERC9b
PROC8b, PROC16
Substance in
Mixture/Article


use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 kPa

PROC2)
Handle substance within a closed system.(PROC1, PROC2, PROC3, PROC16)
Drain down and flush system prior to equipment opening or maintenance.
Retain drain downs in sealed storage pending disposal or for subsequent
recycle.(PROC8a)
Vessel and container
Apply vessel entry procedures including use of
cleaning
supplied compressed air.(PROC8a)
Storage


Bulk transfers
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PC13: Fuels
Categories
ERC8b: Wide dispersive indoor use of reactive substances in open systems
Activity
Covers consumer uses in liquid fuels.
2.1 Contributing scenario controlling environmental exposure for: ERC8b

2.2 Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC13: Liquid: Automotive
Refuelling, PC13: Liquid: Scooter Refuelling
Amount used

risk management
exposure
Substance in
Mixture/Article


use)
liquid
37,5 kg (PC13)
3,75 kg (PC13)

event
0,05 h(PC13)

event
0,03 h(PC13)
Frequency of use
52 days/year
Frequency of use
1 Times per day
Exposed skin areas
Room size
100 m3
0,6

conditions stated.
2.3 Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC13: Liquid: Garden Equipment Use, PC13: Liquid: Garden Equipment - Refueling
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Mixture/Article


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liquid
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risk management

exposure
0,750 kg

event
2 h(PC13)

event
0,03 h(PC13)
Frequency of use
26 days/year
Frequency of use
1 Times per day
Exposed skin areas
Room size
100 m3(PC13)
0,6(PC13)
Covers use under typical household ventilation.(PC13)

Room size
34 m3(PC13)
1,5(PC13)
Covers use in a one car garage (34 m3) under typical ventilation.(PC13)

conditions stated.
2.4 Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC13: Liquid: Lamp oil
Amount used

risk management
exposure
Substance in
Mixture/Article


use)
liquid
0,100 kg

event
0,01 h
Frequency of use
1 Times per day
Frequency of use
52 days/year
Exposed skin areas
Room size
20 m3

conditions stated.

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1. Short title of Exposure Scenario 19: Use as lubricants

Main User Groups

sites
Process categories

exposure arises
PROC17: Lubrication at high energy conditions and in partly open process
PROC18: Greasing at high energy conditions
Categories
part of articles
Activity
Covers the use of formulated lubricants in closed and open systems including
transfer operations, operation of machinery/engines and similar articles, reworking
on reject articles, equipment maintenance and disposal of wastes.

PROC7, PROC8a, PROC8b, PROC9, PROC10, PROC13, PROC17, PROC18
Substance in
Mixture/Article


use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 kPa
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Handle substance within a closed system.(PROC1, PROC2, PROC3)
Spraying
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Maintenance of small
items

hours.(PROC8a)
containers

container.(PROC8a, PROC8b)
Maintenance (of larger

plant items) and machine
set up
Clear lines prior to de-coupling.

Provide extract ventilation to emission points when
contact with warm (>50oC) product is
likely.(PROC8b)
Remanufacture of reject
articles
hours.(PROC9)
Ensure material transfers are under containment or extract ventilation.(PROC9)
hour)(PROC10)
Restrict area of openings to equipment.(PROC13, PROC17, PROC18)
Maintenance (of larger
plant items) and machine Wear suitable gloves tested to EN374.(PROC8b)
set up

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1. Short title of Exposure Scenario 20: Use as lubricants

Main User Groups
PC1: Adhesives, sealants

PC24: Lubricants, greases, release products
PC31: Polishes and wax blends
Categories
ERC8a:
ERC8d:
ERC9a:
ERC9b:
Activity
Covers the consumer use of formulated lubricants in closed and open systems
including transfer operations, application, operation of engines and similar articles,
equipment maintenance and disposal of waste oil.
Wide dispersive indoor use of processing aids in open systems

Wide dispersive outdoor use of processing aids in open systems
Wide dispersive indoor use of substances in closed systems
Wide dispersive outdoor use of substances in closed systems
2.1 Contributing scenario controlling environmental exposure for: ERC8a, ERC8d, ERC9a, ERC9b
2.2 Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC1: Glues, hobby use
Amount used
Substance in
Mixture/Article

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
9g

event
4h
Frequency of use
365 days/year
Frequency of use
1 Times per day

risk management
Exposed skin areas

exposure
Room size
20 m3
0,6


conditions stated.
2.3 Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC1: Glues DIY-use (carpet glue,
tile glue, wood parquet glue)
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Amount used

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
6,390 kg

event
6h
Frequency of use
1 days/year
Frequency of use
1 Times per day

risk management
Exposed skin areas

exposure
Room size
20 m3
0,6


conditions stated.
2.4 Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC1: Glue from spray
Amount used
Substance in
Mixture/Article

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
85,05 g

event
4h
Frequency of use
6 days/year
Frequency of use
1 Times per day

risk management
Exposed skin areas

exposure
Room size
20 m3
0,6


conditions stated.
2.5 Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC1: Sealants

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risk management
exposure
Substance in
Mixture/Article

25 %.

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
75 g

event
1h
Frequency of use
365 days/year
Frequency of use
1 Times per day
Exposed skin areas
Room size
20 m3
Consumer Measures
Avoid using at a product concentration greater than

....
2.6 Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC24: Liquids

Substance in
Mixture/Article


use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
2,2 kg

event
0,17 h
Frequency of use
4 days/year
Frequency of use
1 Times per day

risk management
Exposed skin areas

exposure
Room size
34 m3
1,5


conditions stated.
Amount used
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Amount used

risk management
exposure
Substance in
Mixture/Article

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
34 g

event
6h
Frequency of use
10 days/year
Frequency of use
1 Times per day
Exposed skin areas
Room size
20 m3

conditions stated.
2.8 Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC24: Sprays

Substance in
Mixture/Article

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
73 g

event
0,17 h
Frequency of use
6 days/year
Frequency of use
1 Times per day

risk management
Exposed skin areas

exposure
Room size
20 m3
0,6


conditions stated.
Amount used
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2.9 Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC31: Polishes, wax / cream (floor,
furniture, shoes)
Amount used
Substance in
Mixture/Article

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
142 g

event
1,23 h
Frequency of use
29 days/year
Frequency of use
1 Times per day

risk management
Exposed skin areas

exposure
Room size
20 m3
0,6


conditions stated.
2.10 Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC31: Polishes, spray (furniture,
shoes)
Amount used

risk management
exposure
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Mixture/Article

use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 Pa
35 g

event
0,33 h
Frequency of use
8 days/year
Frequency of use
1 Times per day
Exposed skin areas
Room size
20 m3
0,6
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1. Short title of Exposure Scenario 21: Use as Functional Fluids

Main User Groups
PC16: Heat transfer fluids

PC17: Hydraulic fluids
Categories
ERC9a: Wide dispersive indoor use of substances in closed systems

ERC9b: Wide dispersive outdoor use of substances in closed systems
Activity
Use of sealed items containing functional fluids e.g. transfer oils, hydraulic fluids,
refrigerants.
2.1 Contributing scenario controlling environmental exposure for: ERC9a, ERC9b

2.2 Contributing scenario controlling consumer exposure for: PC16, PC17
Amount used

risk management
exposure
Substance in
Mixture/Article


use)
liquid
2,2 kg

event
0,17 h
Frequency of use
1 Times per day
Frequency of use
4 days/year
Exposed skin areas
Room size
34 m3
1,5
Covers use at ambient temperatures., Covers use in a one car garage (34 m3)
under typical ventilation.
conditions stated.

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1. Short title of Exposure Scenario 22: Use in laboratories

Main User Groups

sites
Process categories

Categories

part of articles
Activity
Use of the substance within laboratory settings, including material transfers and
equipment cleaning..

2.2 Contributing scenario controlling worker exposure for: PROC10, PROC15
Substance in
Mixture/Article


use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 kPa
and exposure

cleaning
Ensure the ventilation system is regularly maintained and tested.


Environment
Workers
Exposure Scenario
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1. Short title of Exposure Scenario 23: Use in laboratories

Main User Groups

Process categories

Categories
Activity

Use of small quantities within laboratory settings, including material transfers and
equipment cleaning.
2.1 Contributing scenario controlling environmental exposure for: ERC8a

2.2 Contributing scenario controlling worker exposure for: PROC10, PROC15
Substance in
Mixture/Article


use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 kPa
and exposure

cleaning
Ensure the ventilation system is regularly maintained and tested.

cleaning
hour.(PROC10)

Environment
Workers
Exposure Scenario
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Main User Groups

sites
Process categories

exposure arises
PROC17: Lubrication at high energy conditions and in partly open process
Categories
part of articles
Activity
Covers the use in formulated MWFs (MWFs)/rolling oils including transfer

operations, rolling and annealing activities, cutting/machining activities, automated
and manual application of corrosion protections (including brushing, dipping and
spraying), equipment maintenance, draining and disposal of waste oils.

PROC5, PROC7, PROC8a, PROC8b, PROC9, PROC10, PROC13, PROC17
Substance in
Mixture/Article


use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 kPa
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container.(PROC5, PROC8b, PROC9)
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Bulk transfers
Provide enhanced general ventilation by

mechanical means.
or
Process sampling
Use dedicated equipment.(PROC8b)
Provide enhanced general ventilation by mechanical means.(PROC10,
PROC13)
Metal machining
emissions occur.
operations
Restrict area of openings to equipment.(PROC17)
Semi-automated metal
rolling/forming

prevent /limit releases, dispersion Bulk transfers
hour.(PROC8b)
and exposure
Conditions and measures related Use suitable eye protection.

Environment
Workers
Exposure Scenario
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1. Short title of Exposure Scenario 25: Use in de-icing and anti-icing applications
Main User Groups

Process categories

Categories
Activity
Ice prevention and de-icing of vehicles, aircraft and other equipment by spraying.
2.1 Contributing scenario controlling environmental exposure for: ERC8d

2.2 Contributing scenario controlling worker exposure for: PROC8b, PROC10, PROC11
Substance in
Mixture/Article


use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 kPa
Application duration
< 4 h(PROC10)
Frequency of use
Application duration
hours/day(PROC10)
< 1 h(PROC8b, PROC11)
Frequency of use
hours/day(PROC8b, PROC11)

Limit the substance content in the mixture to 1 %.(PROC10)

Ensure operation is undertaken outdoors.(PROC8b, PROC11)
Limit the substance content in the mixture to 5 %.(PROC11)
Wear suitable gloves tested to EN374.(PROC8b, PROC10, PROC11)
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1. Short title of Exposure Scenario 26: Use in road and construction applications
Main User Groups

Process categories

Categories

ERC8f: Wide dispersive outdoor use resulting in inclusion into or onto a matrix
Activity
Loading (including marine vessel/barge, rail/road car and IBC loading) and
repacking (including drums and small packs) of substance, including its sampling,
storage, unloading, distribution and associated laboratory activities.
2.1 Contributing scenario controlling environmental exposure for: ERC8d, ERC8f

2.2 Contributing scenario controlling worker exposure for: PROC8a, PROC8b, PROC9, PROC10,
PROC11, PROC13
Substance in
Mixture/Article


use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 kPa


maintenance

Retain drain downs in sealed storage pending
disposal or for subsequent recycle.(PROC8a)
Use dedicated equipment.
Dedicated facility
Ensure operation is undertaken outdoors.(PROC10, PROC11, PROC13)
prevent /limit releases, dispersion maintenance
hour.(PROC8a)
and exposure
Wear suitable respiratory protection (conforming to
Conditions and measures related Drum/batch transfers
EN140 with Type A filter or better) and gloves (type
Non-dedicated facility
EN374) if regular skin contact likely.(PROC8a)
Wear suitable gloves tested to EN374.(PROC8a, PROC13)
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EN374) if regular skin contact likely.(PROC8b)
Wear suitable respiratory protection (conforming to EN140 with Type A filter or
better) and gloves (type EN374) if regular skin contact likely.(PROC10,
PROC11, PROC13)
Dedicated facility

Environment
Workers
Exposure Scenario
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1. Short title of Exposure Scenario 27: Use as water treatment chemicals

Main User Groups

sites
Process categories

exposure arises
Categories
Activity
ERC3: Formulation in materials

Covers the use of the substance for the treatment of water at industrial facilities in
open and closed systems

Substance in
Mixture/Article


use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 kPa


Storage
General exposures (open

systems)
Transfer via enclosed lines.(PROC4)
Drain or remove substance from equipment prior to

break-in or maintenance.(PROC8a)
Use drum pumps.(PROC8b)
Pouring from small

containers

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1. Short title of Exposure Scenario 28: Use as water treatment chemicals

Main User Groups

Process categories

exposure arises
Categories
Activity
ERC8f: Wide dispersive outdoor use resulting in inclusion into or onto a matrix
Covers the use of the substance for the treatment of water in open and closed
systems.
2.1 Contributing scenario controlling environmental exposure for: ERC8f

Substance in
Mixture/Article


use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 kPa

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Storage
General exposures (open

systems)

Transfer via enclosed lines.(PROC4)

break-in or maintenance.
(10 to 15 air changes per hour)(PROC8a)
Use drum pumps.

Avoid spillage when withdrawing pump.(PROC8b)
Pouring from small

containers

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prevent /limit releases, dispersion containers
and exposure

hour.(PROC13)

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1. Short title of Exposure Scenario 29: Explosives manufacture & use

Main User Groups

Process categories

Categories

ERC8e: Wide dispersive outdoor use of reactive substances in open systems
Activity
Covers exposures arising from the manufacture and use of slurry explosives
(including materials transfer, mixing and charging) and equipment cleaning.
2.1 Contributing scenario controlling environmental exposure for: ERC8d, ERC8e

PROC8a, PROC8b
Substance in
Mixture/Article


use)
liquid
Vapour pressure
> 10 kPa


Storage

PROC2)
Bulk transfers

systems)
Provide enhanced general ventilation by

mechanical means.(PROC5)
Use drum pumps.(PROC8a)

break-in or maintenance.(PROC8a, PROC8b)
prevent /limit releases, dispersion Material transfers
and exposure

hour.(PROC8a)

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BRENNTAG N.V.
COMPANY INFORMATION DISTRIBUTOR

name
BRENNTAG N.V.
address
Nijverheidslaan 38
8540 Deerlijk
Donker Duyvisweg 44
3316 BM Dordrecht
country
Belgium
The Netherlands
phone number
+32 (0)56 77 69 44
+31 (0)78 65 44 944
fax number
+32 (0)56 77 57 11
+31 (0)78 65 44 919
website
www.brenntag.be
www.brenntag.nl
e-mail
[email protected]
[email protected]
activities
VAT number
Distribution and export of chemicals and raw materials

BE0405317567
recall procedure available

emergency number (24/365)
NL001375945B01
Yes
+32 (0)56 77 69 44
+31 (0)78 6544 944
ISO 9001
Yes
Yes
ISO 14001
Yes
Yes
ISO 22000
Yes
FSSC 22000
Yes
GMP+ -feed
Yes
Yes
OHSAS18001
Yes
ESAD
Yes
Yes
other
AEO
QUALITY SYSTEMS
BRENNTAG N.V. Nijverheidslaan 38 BE-8540 DEERLIJK

Tel. +32(0)56/77.69.44 Fax +32(0)56/77.57.11 [email protected] www.brenntag.be
BTW nr. : BE0405317567 KvK Deerlijk no.: HRKortrijk 76927

BRENNTAG Nederland B.V. Donker Duyvisweg 44 NL-3316 BM DORDRECHT
Tel. +31(0)78/65.44.944 Fax +31(0)78/65.44.919 [email protected] www.brenntag.nl
BTW nr. : NL001375945B01 KvK Dordrecht no.: 30112931
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA

METHYL ETHYL KETONE

Responsible for distribution:

BRENNTAG Nederland B.V.

1. Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

: Methyl ethyl ketone , Butanone , MEK .

Use(s) advised against

1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

: See heading of Material Safety Data Sheet.

1.4. Emergency telephone number

: See heading of Material Safety Data Sheet.

Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008

2.2. Label elements

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA

METHYL ETHYL KETONE

2. Hazards identification (continued)

2.3. Other hazards

Hazards for the safety

The full text of the R-phrases and (EU)H-statements is in section 16.

4. First aid measures

: In case of doubt or persistent symptoms, call a physician.

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA

METHYL ETHYL KETONE

4. First aid measures (continued)

See section 11.

: Powder , Alcohol resistant foam , Carbon dioxide , Water spray .

5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

: Fire may liberate carbon oxides (CO) and smoke.

5.3. Advice for firefighters

: Use self-contained breathing apparatus when in close proximity to fire.

6. Accidental release measures

6.2. Environmental precautions

: Shut off leaks if without risks.

6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

: Collect the spillage in closable, suitable disposal containers.

6.4. Reference to other sections

For personal protection, see section 8.

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA

METHYL ETHYL KETONE

7. Handling and storage

Protection against Fire and Explosion

: AVOID FOG TRANSFORMATION !

7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

7.3. Specific end use(s)

For identified uses, see subsection 1.2 and/or exposure scenarios.

8. Exposure controls/personal protection

Occupational Exposure Limits

Biological limit values

: Butanone : Limit value (BE) : 200 ppm (600 mg/m) (2009)

8.2. Exposure controls

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA

METHYL ETHYL KETONE

8. Exposure controls/personal protection (continued)

Personal Protection Equipment

Ventilation , Local exhaust , Respiratory protection equipment ( Filter type A).

9. Physical and chemical properties

Physical State (20C)

9.2. Other information