Material Safety Data Sheet
AVAFULFLOW
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCES/PREPARATION AND THE COMPANY UNDERTAKING
Product Name AVAFULFLOW
Application Drill-in and completion fluids
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
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical description Product based on polysaccharides and inorganic salts
Hazardous Impurities This product is not classified as hazardous according to EC regulation
EINECS-No.
CAS-No.
3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
Inhalation May cause mucosal irritation. Do not breathe dust
Skin contact Can cause irritation with prolonged contact
Eye contact May cause mild irritation
Ingestion No adverse effect expected for small amounts
Human health hazards - Chronic No adverse effect expected
Environmental hazards No adverse effect expected
Physical and chemical hazards None
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation Remove to fresh air, and treat symptomatically. Obtain medical
attention
Skin contact Take off contaminated clothing.
Eye contact Gently irrigate with clean water. If irritation persists, obtain medical
attention
Ingestion Rinse mouth immediately and repeatedly with water. If necessary,
obtain medical attention
Other information
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing media Water, foam, CO2, powder
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Unsuitable extinguishing media None
Fire and explosion hazard In case of fire it may produce toxic fumes
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 Do not breathe dust
Environmental precautions No adverse effects expected
Methods for cleaning up Clean up promptly with broom, scoop or vacuum. Wash with water
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling Avoid generating dust
Storage conditions Keep in a dry place
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering measures General ventilation is recommended
Exposure limits (ACGIH 2004) This product does not contain any ingredient, which has an established
exposure limit.
Nuisance dust inhalable fraction (PNOS):
TLV-TWA=10 mg/m³ lung
Personal protection equipment
Respiratory protection Respiratory protection normally not required. Avoid generating dust
Hand/skin protection Impervious gloves. Standard protective clothing
Eye protection Safety glasses
Hygiene measures Keep an eyewash fountain near-by.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Form Powder
Colour White
Odour None
Boiling point N/A
Melting point N/E
Flash point - (PMCC) None
Auto ignition N/A
Explosion limits N/A
Vapour pressure N/A
Relative density N/E
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Solubility in water Dispersible
pH (15 % aqueous solution) 8.5 – 10.0
Viscosity N/E
Bulk density N/E
Freezing point N/A
Pour point N/A
Abbreviations: N/A = Not Applicable - N/E = Not Evaluated
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability Stable under normal usage conditions.
Conditions to avoid None
Materials to avoid Strong acids and oxidizing agents.
Hazardous decomposition products If involved in fire it may produce toxic fumes
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute toxicity Not available data
Primary irritation skin/eye May cause mild irritation
Sensitization No data available. No adverse effects expected
Chronic toxicity data No adverse effects expected
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Persistency and degradation Non persistent, biodegradable
Mobility and Bioaccumulation No adverse effects expected
Ecotoxicological effects Not available data
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Do not discharge into drains or the environment, dispose to an authorized waste collection point
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Description Not regulated
UN Number N/A
Packing group N/A
ADR/RID
Class ADR 2003 Label: --
ADR 2003 Classif. Code: --
Hazard Identification
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IMDG
Class Subsidiary risk: -
Em S
IATA
Class
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
EC Classification Not regulated
Hazard Symbol None
contains:
Risk Phrases
Safety Phrases S22: Do not breathe dust.
S24/25: Avoid contact with skin and eyes
16. OTHER INFORMATION
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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