Material Safety Data Sheet
AVA PHPAGUNK
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCES/PREPARATION AND THE COMPANY UNDERTAKING
Product Name AVA PHPAGUNK
Application Loss circulation blend
Supplier Ava S.p.A.
via Salaria 1313/C
00138 ROMA
Italy
Emergency telephone number Off.: +39 06 885611324; +39 06 885611326; +39 06 885611373
Mob.: +39 3355897280; +39 3355234619; +39 3355710385
Telefax +39-06-8889363
E-mail responsible person [email protected]; Daniele Colantoni, HSEQ Coordinator
2. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
Classification Xi: Irritant R36/38
Inhalation Can cause irritation. Avoid generating aerosols and mists
Skin contact Irritant. Can cause significant inflammation. Avoid contact with skin
Eye contact Irritant. Avoid contact with eyes
Ingestion Do not take internally. May cause mucosal damage
Human health hazards - Chronic Repeated or prolonged skin contact may cause dermatitis
Environmental hazards Do not contaminate ground water system.
Physical and chemical hazards Slippery when wet
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical description Water/oil dispersion of organic and inorganic products
Hazardous Impurities 20-25% Petroleum distillates Xn R65
EINECS-No.: 265-149-8; CAS No: 64742-47-8
3-5% Polyethoxylated alcool C13-15 Xn,Xi R22,41
CAS n°: 64425-86-1
1-3% Citric acid Xi R36/38
EINECS-No.: 201-069-1; CAS n°: 77-92-9
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation Remove to fresh air. Obtain medical attention
Skin contact Take off contaminated clothing. Wash off affected area with plenty of
water. If skin irritation persists, obtain medical attention
Eye contact Immediately gently irrigate with plenty of water for at least 15’.
Obtain immediately medical attention
Ingestion Rinse mouth repeatedly with water. Do not induce vomiting. Obtain
immediately medical attention. A suspension of activated charcoal in
water may be administered
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5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing media In case of fire use foam, powder, carbon dioxide. Do not use water
Unsuitable extinguishing media None
Fire and explosion hazard None. Combustible product
Protective equipment In case of fire wear a full face positive pressure self contained
breathing apparatus and protective suit
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions Avoid the contact with eyes and skin. Wear suitablepersonal
protective equipment.
Caution: slippery when wet or damp
Environmental precautions Do not discharge into drains or the environment. Do not contaminate
ground water system
Methods for cleaning up Dam up and absorb with sand/earth or other absorbent material.
Reclaim into recovery or salvage drums. Wash area from residues
with soap and water and rinse down
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling Do not take internally. Do not breathe aerosols and mists. Avoid
contact with skin and eyes. Use suitable personal protective
equipment. Do not drink or eat while working
Storage conditions Use plastic or steel containers. The product can corrode iron, copper
or aluminium containers. Keep containers tightly closed in cool and
well ventilated place and away from unguarded flame, sparks, heat or
ignition sources.
Avoid direct exposure to sunlight.
Protect from frost: irreversible coagulation
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering measures General ventilation is recommended
Exposure limits (ACGIH, 2006) Petroleum distillates (VM & Naphtha):
TLV-TWA=200 mg/m3 A3 irritation, CNS
Personal protection equipment
Respiratory protection Respiratory protection not normally needed. Avoid generating
aerosols and mists
Hand/skin protection Impervious gloves. Standard protective clothing
Eye protection Safety glasses
Hygiene measures Eyewash fountain near-by. Keep a safety shower available
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Form Liquid
Colour Yellowish
Odour Hydrocarbon odour
Boiling point >100 °C
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Melting point N/A
Flash point - (PMCC) > 90 °C
Auto ignition N/E
Explosion limits N/E
Vapour pressure N/E
Relative density (20°C) About 1.01 g/cm3
Solubility in water Miscible
pH 3.0-4.0 (0.5% in water)
Viscosity (40°C) N/E
Bulk density N/A
Freezing point N/E
Pour point N/E
Abbreviations: N/A = Not Applicable - N/E = Not Evaluated
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability Stable under normal conditions
Conditions to avoid None
Materials to avoid Strong oxidising and reducing agents
The product can slowly corrode iron, aluminium, copper
Hazardous decomposition products If involved in fire, COx, NOx
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute toxicity Set out below ais the toxicological information relating to the main
substances in the preparation:
LD50 >2000 mg/Kg (oral, rat)
LD50 >2000 mg/Kg (skin, rabbit)
LC50 >2000 mg/l (inhalation, 4h, rat)
Primary irritation skin/eye Irritating to eyes and skin
Sensitisation None
Chronic toxicity data Not available data
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Persistency and degradation Not biodegradable product. It can be hydrolized
Mobility and Bioaccumulation Being a polymer, it cannot pass the biological membrane; the
bioconcentration factor is zero
Ecotoxicological effects Not available data
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Do not discharge into drains or the environment, dispose to an authorized waste collection point
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14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Description Not regulated
UN Number N/A
Packing group N/A
ADR/RID
Class ADR 2007 Label: --
ADR 2007 Classif. Code: --
Hazard Identification
IMDG
Class Subsidiary risk: -
Em S
IATA
Class
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
EC Classification Xi Irritant
Hazard Symbol
contains: - Petroleum distillates
- Polyethoxylated alcool
- Citric acid
Risk Phrases R36/38: Irritating to eyes and skin
Safety Phrases S23: Do not breathe vapour
S24/25: Avoid contact with eyes and skin.
S26: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of
water and seek medical advice
S28: After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water.
S36/37/39: Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face
protection
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Test of R-phrases:
R22: Harmful if swallowed
R36/38: Irritating to eyes and skin
R41: Risk of serious damage to eyes
R65: Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed
This material safety data sheet provides health and safety information. The product is to be used in applications consistent
with AVA technology. Individuals handling this product should be informed of the safety precautions and should have
access to this information.
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