Safety Data Sheet

Kollicoat IR
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1. Identification

Product identifier used on the label

Kollicoat IR
Recommended use of the chemical and restriction on use

Recommended use*: pharmaceutical excipient

* The “Recommended use” identified for this product is provided solely to comply with a Federal requirement and is not part of
the seller's published specification. The terms of this Safety Data Sheet (SDS) do not create or infer any warranty, express or
implied, including by incorporation into or reference in the seller's sales agreement.

Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Company:
BASF CORPORATION
100 Park Avenue
Florham Park, NJ 07932, USA

Telephone: +1 973 245-6000

Emergency telephone number

CHEMTREC: 1-800-424-9300
BASF HOTLINE: 1-800-832-HELP (4357)

Other means of identification

Synonyms: Polyvinylalcohol-polyethylene glycol graft copolymer

2. Hazards Identification
According to Regulation 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard; 29 CFR Part 1910.1200

Classification of the product

Combustible Dust Combustible Dust (1) Combustible Dust

Label elements

Signal Word:
Warning

Hazard Statement:
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May form combustible dust concentration in air.

Hazards not otherwise classified

The product is under certain conditions capable of dust explosion.

3. Composition / Information on Ingredients

According to Regulation 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard; 29 CFR Part 1910.1200

Under the referenced regulation, this product does not contain any components classified for health
hazards above the relevant cut off value.

4. First-Aid Measures

Description of first aid measures

General advice:
Remove contaminated clothing.

If inhaled:
If difficulties occur after dust has been inhaled, remove to fresh air and seek medical attention.

If on skin:
Wash affected areas thoroughly with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing. If irritation
develops, seek medical attention.

If in eyes:
In case of contact with the eyes, rinse immediately for at least 15 minutes with plenty of water. If
irritation develops, seek medical attention.

If swallowed:
Rinse mouth and then drink 200-300 ml of water. Never induce vomiting or give anything by mouth if
the victim is unconscious or having convulsions. Seek medical attention.

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Symptoms: No data available.

Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

Note to physician
Treatment: Symptomatic treatment (decontamination, vital functions).

5. Fire-Fighting Measures

Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media:

water spray, carbon dioxide, foam, dry powder
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Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Hazards during fire-fighting:
Burning produces harmful and toxic fumes.

Dust explosion hazard.

Advice for fire-fighters

Protective equipment for fire-fighting:
Firefighters should be equipped with self-contained breathing apparatus and turn-out gear.

Further information:
Dispose of fire debris and contaminated extinguishing water in accordance with official regulations.

Dusty conditions may ignite explosively in the presence of an ignition source causing flash fire.

6. Accidental release measures

Further accidental release measures:
Avoid dispersal of dust in the air (i.e., clearing dust surfaces with compressed air). Avoid the
formation and build-up of dust - danger of dust explosion. Dust in sufficient concentration can result
in an explosive mixture in air. Handle to minimize dusting and eliminate open flame and other
sources of ignition.

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Wear appropriate respiratory protection. Use personal protective clothing. Ensure adequate
ventilation.

Environmental precautions
Do not empty into drains.

This product is not regulated by RCRA. This product is not regulated by CERCLA ('Superfund').

Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

For small amounts: Sweep/shovel up.
For large amounts: Sweep/shovel up.
Dispose of absorbed material in accordance with regulations. Avoid raising dust.

Nonsparking tools should be used.

7. Handling and Storage

Precautions for safe handling

Avoid dust formation.

Wear appropriate respiratory protection.

Protection against fire and explosion:

Avoid whirling up the material/product because of the danger of dust explosion. Avoid all sources of
ignition: heat, sparks, open flame. Avoid dust formation. Dust in sufficient concentration can result in
an explosive mixture in air. Handle to minimize dusting and eliminate open flame and other sources
of ignition. Routine housekeeping should be instituted to ensure that dusts do not accumulate on
surfaces. Dry powders can build static electricity charges when subjected to the friction of transfer
and mixing operations. Provide adequate precautions, such as electrical grounding and bonding, or
inert atmospheres. Refer to NFPA 654, Standard for the Prevention of Fire and Dust Explosions from
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the Manufacturing, Processing, and Handling of Combustible Particulate Solids (2013 Edition) for
safe handling.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Further information on storage conditions: Keep container tightly closed and dry; store in a cool
place.
Protect from temperatures above: 35 °C
If transport time lasts more than 14 days the packed product must be protected against exceeding
the indicated temperature.

8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

No occupational exposure limits known.

Advice on system design:

Provide local exhaust ventilation to control dust. It is recommended that all dust control equipment
such as local exhaust ventilation and material transport systems involved in handling of this product
contain explosion relief vents or an explosion suppression system or an oxygen deficient
environment. Ensure that dust-handling systems (such as exhaust ducts, dust collectors, vessels,
and processing equipment) are designed in a manner to prevent the escape of dust into the work
area (i.e., there is no leakage from the equipment). Use only appropriately classified electrical
equipment and powered industrial trucks.

Personal protective equipment

Respiratory protection:
Wear respiratory protection if ventilation is inadequate. Wear a NIOSH-certified (or equivalent)
particulate respirator.

Hand protection:
Wear chemical resistant protective gloves.

Eye protection:
Wear safety goggles (chemical goggles) if there is potential for airborne dust exposures.

Body protection:
Body protection must be chosen based on level of activity and exposure.

General safety and hygiene measures:

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wear protective clothing as
necessary to minimize contact. Avoid inhalation of dust. Hands and/or face should be washed before
breaks and at the end of the shift. Wash soiled clothing immediately.

9. Physical and Chemical Properties

Form: powder
Odour: almost odourless
Odour threshold: not determined
Colour: colourless
pH value: 5.0 - 8.0 (Ph. Eur. 2.2.3)
( 20 %(m))
Melting point: approx. 200 °C
Freezing point: approx. 200 °C
Boiling point: not applicable
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Flash point: not applicable
Flammability: not highly flammable (UN Test N.1 (ready
combustible solids))
Lower explosion limit: For solids not relevant for
classification and labelling.
Upper explosion limit: For solids not relevant for
classification and labelling.
Vapour pressure: negligible
Bulk density: 300 - 450 kg/m3 (DIN EN ISO 60)
Vapour density: not applicable
Partitioning coefficient n- not applicable
octanol/water (log Pow):
Thermal decomposition: >= 140 °C (DSC (DIN 51007))
Viscosity, dynamic: No data available.
Viscosity, kinematic: No data available.
Solubility in water: completely soluble
Molar mass: No data available.

10. Stability and Reactivity

Reactivity
No hazardous reactions if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated.

Corrosion to metals:
No corrosive effect on metal.

Oxidizing properties:
not fire-propagating

Minimum ignition energy:

20 °C (DIN EN 13821)
The product is capable of dust explosion.

Chemical stability
The product is chemically stable.

Possibility of hazardous reactions

Dust explosion hazard.

Conditions to avoid
Avoid dust formation.

Incompatible materials
No substances known that should be avoided.

Hazardous decomposition products

Decomposition products:
Hazardous decomposition products: No hazardous decomposition products if stored and handled as
prescribed/indicated.

Thermal decomposition:
>= 140 °C (DSC (DIN 51007))
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11. Toxicological information

Primary routes of exposure

Routes of entry for solids and liquids are ingestion and inhalation, but may include eye or skin
contact. Routes of entry for gases include inhalation and eye contact. Skin contact may be a route
of entry for liquefied gases.

Acute Toxicity/Effects

Oral
Type of value: LD50
Species: rat
Value: > 2,000 mg/kg (OECD Guideline 423)

Inhalation
No data available.

Dermal
No data available.

Assessment other acute effects

No data available.

Irritation / corrosion
Assessment of irritating effects: Not irritating to eyes and skin.

Skin
Species: rabbit
Result: non-irritant
Method: OECD Guideline 404

Eye
Species: rabbit
Result: non-irritant
Method: OECD Guideline 405

Sensitization
Assessment of sensitization: Skin sensitizing effects were not observed in animal studies. The
product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from substances/products of a similar
structure or composition.

Buehler test
Species: guinea pig
Result: Non-sensitizing.
Method: OECD Guideline 406
The statement for sensitization was derived from products of similar composition.

Aspiration Hazard
No data available.

Chronic Toxicity/Effects

Repeated dose toxicity

Assessment of repeated dose toxicity: No known chronic effects.

Genetic toxicity
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Assessment of mutagenicity: No mutagenic effect was found in various tests with microorganisms
and mammalian cell culture. The substance was not mutagenic in studies with mammals.

Carcinogenicity
Assessment of carcinogenicity: No data available concerning carcinogenic effects.
Experimental/calculated data: No data available.

Reproduction
Experimental/calculated data: No data available.

Teratogenicity
Assessment of teratogenicity: No indications of a developmental toxic / teratogenic effect were seen
in animal studies.

12. Ecological Information

Toxicity

Aquatic toxicity
Assessment of aquatic toxicity:
There is a high probability that the product is not acutely harmful to aquatic organisms. The inhibition
of the degradation activity of activated sludge is not anticipated when introduced to biological
treatment plants in appropriate low concentrations. The product has not been tested. The statement
has been derived from substances/products of a similar structure or composition.

Toxicity to fish
LC50 (96 h) > 100 mg/l, Brachydanio rerio (OECD Guideline 203, static)
The details of the toxic effect relate to the nominal concentration.

Aquatic invertebrates
EC50 (48 h) > 100 mg/l, Daphnia magna (OECD Guideline 202, part 1, static)
The details of the toxic effect relate to the nominal concentration.

Aquatic plants
EC50 (72 h) > 100 mg/l (growth rate), Desmodesmus subspicatus (OECD Guideline 201, static)
The details of the toxic effect relate to the nominal concentration.

Assessment of terrestrial toxicity

No data available.

Microorganisms/Effect on activated sludge

Toxicity to microorganisms
OECD Guideline 209 aerobic
activated sludge/EC20 (0.5 h): > 1,000 mg/l

Persistence and degradability

Assessment biodegradation and elimination (H2O)

Not readily biodegradable (by OECD criteria). Poorly biodegradable. The product has not been
tested. The statement has been derived from substances/products of a similar structure or
composition.

Elimination information

10 - 20 % DOC reduction (28 d) (OECD Guideline 302 B) (aerobic, activated sludge, domestic)
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Bioaccumulative potential

Bioaccumulation potential
Based on its structural properties, the polymer is not biologically available. Accumulation in
organisms is not to be expected.

Mobility in soil

Assessment transport between environmental compartments

Adsorption to solid soil phase is expected.

Additional information

Other ecotoxicological advice:

No data available.

13. Disposal considerations

Waste disposal of substance:
Do not discharge substance/product into sewer system. Dispose of in accordance with national, state
and local regulations.

Container disposal:
Dispose of in a licensed facility. Recommend crushing, puncturing or other means to prevent
unauthorized use of used containers.

14. Transport Information

Land transport
USDOT
Not classified as a dangerous good under transport regulations

Sea transport
IMDG
Not classified as a dangerous good under transport regulations

Air transport
IATA/ICAO
Not classified as a dangerous good under transport regulations

15. Regulatory Information

Federal Regulations

Registration status:
Chemical TSCA, US released / listed

Pharma TSCA, US released / exempt

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EPCRA 311/312 (Hazard categories): Refer to SDS section 2 for GHS hazard classes applicable
for this product.

CERCLA RQ CAS Number Chemical name

5000 LBS 64-19-7; 67-56-1; Acetic acid; Methanol; vinyl acetate
108-05-4
100 LBS 79-20-9; 123-91-1 methyl acetate; 1,4-dioxane

Safe Drinking Water & Toxic Enforcement Act, CA Prop. 65:

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including 1,4-DIOXANE, which is known to
the State of California to cause cancer, and METHANOL, which is known to the State of California to
cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

NFPA Hazard codes:

Health: 0 Fire: 1 Reactivity: 0 Special:

HMIS III rating

Health: 0 Flammability: 1 Physical hazard: 0

16. Other Information

SDS Prepared by:
BASF NA Product Regulations
SDS Prepared on: 2020/06/19

We support worldwide Responsible Care® initiatives. We value the health and safety of our
employees, customers, suppliers and neighbors, and the protection of the environment. Our
commitment to Responsible Care is integral to conducting our business and operating our facilities in
a safe and environmentally responsible fashion, supporting our customers and suppliers in ensuring
the safe and environmentally sound handling of our products, and minimizing the impact of our
operations on society and the environment during production, storage, transport, use and disposal of
our products.

Kollicoat® IR is a registered trademark of BASF Corporation or BASF SE

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