SDS - Potassium Hydroxide 105033

SAFETY DATA SHEET
according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006

Revision Date 22.06.2017 Version 14.5
SECTION 1. Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
1.1 Product identifier
Catalogue No. 105033
Product name Potassium hydroxide pellets for analysis EMSURE®
REACH Registration Number 01-2119487136-33-XXXX
CAS-No. 1310-58-3
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Identified uses Reagent for analysis

In compliance with the conditions described in the annex to this safety
data sheet.
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Company Merck KGaA * 64271 Darmstadt * Germany * Phone:+49 6151 72-0

Responsible Department LS-QHC * e-mail: [email protected]
1.4 Emergency telephone Please contact the regional company representation in your country.
number
SECTION 2. Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification (REGULATION (EC) No 1272/2008)
The Safety Data Sheets for catalogue items are available at www.merckgroup.com
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Corrosive to metals, Category 1, H290

Acute toxicity, Category 4, Oral, H302
Skin corrosion, Category 1A, H314
For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.
2.2 Label elements

Labelling (REGULATION (EC) No 1272/2008)
Hazard pictograms
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H290 May be corrosive to metals.
H302 Harmful if swallowed.
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
Precautionary statements
Prevention
P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
Response
P301 + P330 + P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact
lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P308 + P310 IF exposed or concerned: immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician.
Reduced labelling (≤125 ml)
Hazard pictograms
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Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present
and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
Index-No. 019-002-00-8
2.3 Other hazards

None known.
SECTION 3. Composition/information on ingredients
3.1 Substance
Formula KOH HKO (Hill)
Index-No. 019-002-00-8
EC-No. 215-181-3
Molar mass 56,11 g/mol
Hazardous components (REGULATION (EC) No 1272/2008)

Chemical name (Concentration)
CAS-No. Registration number Classification
potassium hydroxide (<= 100 % )
PBT/vPvB: Not applicable for inorganic substances
1310-58-3 01-2119487136-33-
XXXX Corrosive to metals, Category 1, H290
Acute toxicity, Category 4, H302
Skin corrosion, Category 1A, H314
For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.
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3.2 Mixture
Not applicable
SECTION 4. First aid measures
4.1 Description of first aid measures

General advice
First aider needs to protect himself.
After inhalation: fresh air. Call in physician.
In case of skin contact: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/
shower. Call a physician immediately.
After eye contact: rinse out with plenty of water. Immediately call in ophthalmologist. Remove
contact lenses.
After swallowing: make victim drink water (two glasses at most), avoid vomiting (risk of
perforation). Call a physician immediately. Do not attempt to neutralise.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Risk of blindness!
Irritation and corrosion, Cough, Shortness of breath
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
No information available.
SECTION 5. Firefighting measures
5.1 Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media
Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding
environment.
Unsuitable extinguishing media

For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.
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5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Not combustible.
Ambient fire may liberate hazardous vapours.
5.3 Advice for firefighters

Special protective equipment for firefighters
Stay in danger area only with self-contained breathing apparatus. Prevent skin contact by
keeping a safe distance or by wearing suitable protective clothing.
Further information
Prevent fire extinguishing water from contaminating surface water or the ground water system.
SECTION 6. Accidental release measures
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Advice for non-emergency personnel: Avoid inhalation of dusts. Avoid substance contact. Ensure
adequate ventilation. Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an
expert.
Advice for emergency responders:
Protective equipment see section 8.
6.2 Environmental precautions

Do not let product enter drains.
6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up

Cover drains. Collect, bind, and pump off spills. Observe possible material restrictions (see
sections 7 and 10). Take up dry. Dispose of properly. Clean up affected area. Avoid generation
of dusts.
6.4 Reference to other sections

Indications about waste treatment see section 13.
SECTION 7. Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
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Advice on safe handling

Observe label precautions.
Hygiene measures
Immediately change contaminated clothing. Apply preventive skin protection. Wash hands and
face after working with substance.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Requirements for storage areas and containers
No aluminium, tin, or zinc containers.
No metal containers.
Storage conditions
Tightly closed. Dry.
Recommended storage temperature see product label.
7.3 Specific end use(s)

See exposure scenario in the Annex to this MSDS.
SECTION 8. Exposure controls/personal protection
8.1 Control parameters
Derived No Effect Level (DNEL)

Worker DNEL, longterm Local effects inhalation 1 mg/m³
Consumer DNEL, longterm Local effects inhalation 1 mg/m³
Predicted No Effect Concentration (PNEC)

PNEC no data available
8.2 Exposure controls
Engineering measures
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Technical measures and appropriate working operations should be given priority over the use of
personal protective equipment.
See section 7.1.
Individual protection measures

Protective clothing needs to be selected specifically for the workplace, depending on
concentrations and quantities of the hazardous substances handled. The chemical resistance of
the protective equipment should be enquired at the respective supplier.
Eye/face protection
Tightly fitting safety goggles
Hand protection
full contact:
Glove material: Nitrile rubber
Glove thickness: 0,11 mm
Break through time: > 480 min
splash contact:
Glove material: Nitrile rubber
Glove thickness: 0,11 mm
Break through time: > 480 min
The protective gloves to be used must comply with the specifications of EC Directive
89/686/EEC and the related standard EN374, for example KCL 741 Dermatril® L (full contact),
KCL 741 Dermatril® L (splash contact).
The breakthrough times stated above were determined by KCL in laboratory tests acc. to EN374
with samples of the recommended glove types.
This recommendation applies only to the product stated in the safety data sheet<(>,<)> supplied
by us and for the designated use. When dissolving in or mixing with other substances and under
conditions deviating from those stated in EN374 please contact the supplier of CE-approved
gloves (e.g. KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, Internet: www.kcl.de).
Other protective equipment

protective clothing
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Respiratory protection
required when dusts are generated.
Recommended Filter type: Filter P 2 (acc. to DIN 3181) for solid and liquid particles of harmful
substances
The entrepeneur has to ensure that maintenance, cleaning and testing of respiratory protective
devices are carried out according to the instructions of the producer. These measures have to be
properly documented.
Environmental exposure controls

Do not let product enter drains.
SECTION 9. Physical and chemical properties
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Form solid
Colour colourless
Odour odourless
Odour Threshold Not applicable
pH ca. 14
at 56 g/l
20 °C
Melting point 360 °C
Boiling point/boiling range 1.327 °C

at 1.013 hPa
Flash point Not applicable
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Evaporation rate No information available.
Flammability (solid, gas) does not ignite
Lower explosion limit Not applicable
Upper explosion limit Not applicable
Vapour pressure at 20 °C
Not applicable
Relative vapour density No information available.
Density 2,04 g/cm3

at 20 °C
Relative density No information available.
Water solubility 1.130 g/l

at 20 °C
Partition coefficient: n-
octanol/water Not applicable
Auto-ignition temperature No information available.
Decomposition temperature No information available.
Viscosity, dynamic No information available.
Explosive properties Not classified as explosive.
Oxidizing properties none
9.2 Other data
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Ignition temperature Not applicable
Corrosion May be corrosive to metals.
SECTION 10. Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
exothermic dissolution process with water
10.2 Chemical stability

The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature) .
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions

Risk of explosion with:
Tetrahydrofuran, Peroxides, sodium azide, benzoyl chloride, Calcium, in powder form, carbides,
Chlorine, halogen oxides, organic nitro compounds, phosphorus, nonmetallic oxides, chlorine
dioxide, Fluorine, magnesium, Nitroso compound, nitrogen trichloride
Exothermic reaction with:
acetonitrile, Acrolein, Aldehydes, Alcohols, acetic acid, Halogenated hydrocarbon, halogen-

halogen compounds, Peroxides, hydrogen sulphide, hydrogen peroxide, vinyl acetate, Reducing
agents, Acids, Acid chlorides, Acid anhydrides, peroxi compounds, Methanol, Chloroform
Risk of ignition or formation of inflammable gases or vapours with:
Aluminium, Ammonium salts, Germanium, anhydrides, Oxides of phosphorus, azides, Lead,

Copper, Copper alloys, Tin, Zinc
Release of:
Hydrogen
10.4 Conditions to avoid

no information available
10.5 Incompatible materials

animal/vegetable tissues, glass, various plastics, Metals
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10.6 Hazardous decomposition products

no information available
SECTION 11. Toxicological information
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute oral toxicity

LD50 Rat: 333 mg/kg
OECD Test Guideline 425
Symptoms: If ingested, severe burns of the mouth and throat, as well as a danger of perforation
of the oesophagus and the stomach.
Acute inhalation toxicity
Symptoms: burns of mucous membranes, Cough, Shortness of breath, Possible damages:,

damage of respiratory tract
Acute dermal toxicity

This information is not available.
Skin irritation
Rabbit
Result: Causes burns.
(IUCLID)
In vitro study
Result: Corrosive
Causes severe burns.
Eye irritation
Rabbit
Result: Causes serious eye damage.
Causes serious eye damage.

Risk of blindness!
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Sensitisation
Sensitisation test: Guinea pig
Result: negative
(IUCLID)
Germ cell mutagenicity

Genotoxicity in vitro
Ames test
Escherichia coli/Salmonella typhimurium
Result: negative
(IUCLID)
Carcinogenicity
Reproductive toxicity
Teratogenicity
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure

Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure

Aspiration hazard
11.2 Further information

After uptake:
pain, oedema, Vomiting, shock, death
Other dangerous properties can not be excluded.
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.
SECTION 12. Ecological information
12.1 Toxicity
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Toxicity to fish
LC50 Gambusia affinis (Mosquito fish): 80 mg/l; 96 h
(IUCLID)
12.2 Persistence and degradability

Biodegradability
The methods for determining the biological degradability are not applicable to inorganic
substances.
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential

Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water
Not applicable
12.4 Mobility in soil

No information available.
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

PBT/vPvB: Not applicable for inorganic substances
12.6 Other adverse effects

Additional ecological information
Harmful effect due to pH shift.
Forms corrosive mixtures with water even if diluted.
Neutralisation possible in waste water treatment plants.
Discharge into the environment must be avoided.
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SECTION 13. Disposal considerations
Waste treatment methods

See www.retrologistik.com for processes regarding the return of chemicals and containers, or
contact us there if you have further questions.
SECTION 14. Transport information
Land transport (ADR/RID)
14.1 UN number UN 1813
14.2 Proper shipping name POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE, SOLID
14.3 Class 8
14.4 Packing group II
14.5 Environmentally hazardous --
14.6 Special precautions for yes

user
Tunnel restriction code E
Inland waterway transport (ADN)
Not relevant
Air transport (IATA)
14.3 Class 8
14.6 Special precautions for no

user
Sea transport (IMDG)
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14.3 Class 8
14.6 Special precautions for yes

user
EmS F-A S-B
14.7 Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code
Not relevant
SECTION 15. Regulatory information
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
EU regulations
Major Accident Hazard SEVESO III
Legislation Not applicable
Occupational restrictions Take note of Dir 94/33/EC on the protection of young people at
work. Observe work restrictions regarding maternity protection in
accordance to Dir 92/85/EEC or stricter national regulations where
applicable.
Regulation (EC) No 1005/2009 on substances that not regulated

deplete the ozone layer
Regulation (EC) No 850/2004 of the European not regulated

Parliament and of the Council of 29 April 2004 on
persistent organic pollutants and amending
Directive 79/117/EEC
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Substances of very high concern (SVHC) This product does not contain substances
of very high concern according to
Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH),
Article 57 above the respective regulatory
concentration limit of ≥ 0.1 % (w/w).
National legislation
Storage class 8B
15.2 Chemical safety assessment
For this product a chemical safety assessment was not carried out.
SECTION 16. Other information
Full text of H-Statements referred to under sections 2 and 3.

Training advice
Provide adequate information, instruction and training for operators.
Labelling
Hazard pictograms
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
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Prevention
Response
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact
lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
Key or legend to abbreviations and acronyms used in the safety data sheet
Used abbreviations and acronyms can be looked up at www.wikipedia.org.
Regional representation
This information is given on the authorised Safety Data Sheet for your country.
The information contained herein is based on the present state of our knowledge. It characterises the product with
regard to the appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent a guarantee of any properties of the product.
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EXPOSURE SCENARIO 1 (Industrial use)
1. Industrial use Reagent for analysis)
Sectors of end-use
SU 3 Industrial uses: Uses of substances as such or in preparations at industrial sites
SU9 Manufacture of fine chemicals
SU 10 Formulation [mixing] of preparations and/ or re-packaging (excluding alloys)
Chemical product category

PC19 Intermediate
PC21 Laboratory 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
PROC5 Mixing or blending in batch processes for formulation of preparations and articles
(multistage and/ or significant contact)
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
PROC9 Transfer of substance or preparation into small containers (dedicated filling line, including
weighing)
PROC10 Roller application or brushing
PROC13 Treatment of articles by dipping and pouring
PROC15 Use as laboratory reagent
PROC19 Hand-mixing with intimate contact and only PPE available
Environmental Release Categories

ERC1 Manufacture of substances
ERC2 Formulation of preparations
ERC6a Industrial use resulting in manufacture of another substance (use of intermediates)
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ERC6b Industrial use of reactive processing aids
2. Contributing scenarios: Operational conditions and risk management measures
2.1 Contributing scenario controlling worker exposure for: PROC1, PROC2, PROC3, PROC4, PROC5, PROC8a,
PROC8b, PROC9, PROC13, PROC15
Product characteristics
Concentration of the Substance in Covers the percentage of the substance in the product up to
Mixture/Article 100 %.
Physical Form (at time of use) Aqueous solution, Liquid mixture
Frequency and duration of use

Frequency of use 8 hours/day
Other operational conditions affecting workers exposure

Outdoor / Indoor Indoor without local exhaust ventilation (LEV)
Organisational measures to prevent /limit releases, dispersion and exposure

Covers daily exposures up to 8 hours.
Conditions and measures related to personal protection, hygiene and health evaluation
Wear suitable gloves (tested to EN374), coverall and eye protection.
2.2 Contributing scenario controlling worker exposure for: PROC10, PROC19

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Outdoor / Indoor Indoor with local exhaust ventilation (LEV)

2.3 Contributing scenario controlling worker exposure for: PROC1, PROC2, PROC3, PROC4, PROC5, PROC8a,
PROC8b, PROC9, PROC10, PROC13, PROC15, PROC19
Physical Form (at time of use) Solid, low dustiness



3. Exposure estimation and reference to its source
Environment
A chemical safety assessment was performed according REACH Article 14(3), Annex I, sections 3
(Environmental Hazard Assessment) and 4 (PBT/vPvB Assessment). As no hazard was identified, an exposure
assessment and risk characterisation is not necessary (REACH Annex I section 5.0).
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Workers
CS Use descriptor Exposure duration, route, effect RCR Exposure Assessment Method
2.1 PROC1 longterm, inhalative, local 0,02 ECETOC TRA
2.1 PROC8a longterm, inhalative, local 0,23 ECETOC TRA
2.1 PROC8b longterm, inhalative, local 0,23 ECETOC TRA
2.3 PROC8a longterm, inhalative, local 0,5 ECETOC TRA
2.3 PROC8b longterm, inhalative, local 0,1 ECETOC TRA
For (other) local effects risk management measures are based on qualitative risk characterisation.
4. Guidance to Downstream User to evaluate whether he works inside the boundaries set by the Exposure
Scenario
Please refer to the following documents: ECHA Guidance on information requirements and chemical
safety assessment Chapter R.12: Use descriptor system; ECHA Guidance for downstream users;
ECHA Guidance on information requirements and chemical safety assessment Part D: Exposure
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Scenario Building, Part E: Risk Characterisation and Part G: Extending the SDS; VCI/Cefic REACH
Practical Guides on Exposure Assessment and Communications in the Supply Chain; CEFIC
Guidance Specific Environmental Release Categories (SPERCs).
For scaling of worker exposure assessments performed with ECETOC TRA, please consult the Merck
tool ScIDeEx® at www.merckmillipore.com/scideex.
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EXPOSURE SCENARIO 2 (Professional use)
1. Professional use Reagent for analysis)
Sectors of end-use
SU 22 Professional uses: Public domain (administration, education, entertainment, services,
craftsmen)
Chemical product category

PC21 Laboratory chemicals
Process categories
PROC15 Use as laboratory reagent
Environmental Release Categories

ERC2 Formulation of preparations
ERC6a Industrial use resulting in manufacture of another substance (use of intermediates)
ERC6b Industrial use of reactive processing aids
2. Contributing scenarios: Operational conditions and risk management measures
2.1 Contributing scenario controlling worker exposure for: PROC15


Outdoor / Indoor Indoor with local exhaust ventilation (LEV)

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2.2 Contributing scenario controlling worker exposure for: PROC15
Physical Form (at time of use) Solid, low dustiness



3. Exposure estimation and reference to its source
Environment
A chemical safety assessment was performed according REACH Article 14(3), Annex I, sections 3
(Environmental Hazard Assessment) and 4 (PBT/vPvB Assessment). As no hazard was identified, an exposure
assessment and risk characterisation is not necessary (REACH Annex I section 5.0).
Workers
CS Use descriptor Exposure duration, route, effect RCR Exposure Assessment Method
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For (other) local effects risk management measures are based on qualitative risk characterisation.
4. Guidance to Downstream User to evaluate whether he works inside the boundaries set by the Exposure
Scenario
Please refer to the following documents: ECHA Guidance on information requirements and chemical
safety assessment Chapter R.12: Use descriptor system; ECHA Guidance for downstream users;
ECHA Guidance on information requirements and chemical safety assessment Part D: Exposure
Scenario Building, Part E: Risk Characterisation and Part G: Extending the SDS; VCI/Cefic REACH
Practical Guides on Exposure Assessment and Communications in the Supply Chain; CEFIC
Guidance Specific Environmental Release Categories (SPERCs).
For scaling of worker exposure assessments performed with ECETOC TRA, please consult the Merck
tool ScIDeEx® at www.merckmillipore.com/scideex.
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SAFETY DATA SHEET

according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006

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

1.1 Product identifier

Catalogue No. 105033

Product name Potassium hydroxide pellets for analysis EMSURE®

REACH Registration Number 01-2119487136-33-XXXX

Identified uses Reagent for analysis

1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Company Merck KGaA * 64271 Darmstadt * Germany * Phone:+49 6151 72-0

SECTION 2. Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Catalogue No. 105033

Corrosive to metals, Category 1, H290

2.2 Label elements

Reduced labelling (≤125 ml)

Catalogue No. 105033

2.3 Other hazards

SECTION 3. Composition/information on ingredients

Formula KOH HKO (Hill)

Molar mass 56,11 g/mol

Hazardous components (REGULATION (EC) No 1272/2008)

Catalogue No. 105033

SECTION 4. First aid measures

4.1 Description of first aid measures

After inhalation: fresh air. Call in physician.

SECTION 5. Firefighting measures

5.1 Extinguishing media

Unsuitable extinguishing media

Catalogue No. 105033

5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

5.3 Advice for firefighters

SECTION 6. Accidental release measures

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Advice for emergency responders:

Protective equipment see section 8.

6.2 Environmental precautions

6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up

6.4 Reference to other sections

SECTION 7. Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling

Catalogue No. 105033

Advice on safe handling

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Recommended storage temperature see product label.

7.3 Specific end use(s)

SECTION 8. Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1 Control parameters

Derived No Effect Level (DNEL)

Consumer DNEL, longterm Local effects inhalation 1 mg/m³

Predicted No Effect Concentration (PNEC)

8.2 Exposure controls

Catalogue No. 105033

See section 7.1.

Individual protection measures

Other protective equipment

Catalogue No. 105033

Environmental exposure controls

SECTION 9. Physical and chemical properties

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties