MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET |
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| 1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY |
| Product Name: |
MYCOSTAT LIQUID |
| Application: |
Anti mould agent for animal feeds and feed ingredients. |
| Company: |
Kiotechagil Ltd. |
| Address: |
Hercules 2, Calleva Park, Aldermaston, Reading, RG7 8DN. |
| Country: |
United Kingdom. |
| Tel/Fax No's: |
| Tel: + 44 (0) 118 981 3333 |
Fax: |
+ 44 (0) 118 981 0909 |
| Emergency Number: out of hours- |
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+ 44 (0) 1488 608 178 |
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+ 44 (0) 118 947 4407 |
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| 2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS |
| Substance: |
Ammonium propionate |
Acetic acid |
Formic acid |
Sorbic acid |
| % content: |
<45% |
<5% |
<5% |
<1% |
| CAS Number: |
17496-08-1 |
64-19-7 |
64-18-6 |
110-44-1 |
Classification: |
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Xi; R36/38 |
Xi R36/38 |
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| EINECS: |
241-503-7 |
200-580-7 |
200-579-1 |
203-768-7 |
Carrier: Water
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| 3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION |
| Most important hazards: |
Xi Irritant |
| Specific hazard: |
R36 Irritating to eyes
R37 Irritating to respiratory system
R38 Irritating to skin
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| 4. FIRST AID MEASURES |
| Skin: |
S28 After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of soap and water |
| Eyes: |
S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water |
| Ingestion: |
S64 If swallowed, rinse mouth with water (only if person is conscious) |
Medical Information:
S45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible)
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| 5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES |
| Non-Flammable
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| 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES |
Personal precautions: Wastes are not classified as hazardous
Environmental precautions: Wastes do not bioaccumulate
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| 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE |
| Handling: |
Wear protective gloves, goggles and respirators to protect from skin and eye contact, and to prevent inhalation of fumes. |
| Storage: |
Store in clean dry conditions. Keep container closed and ensure label is intact and legible. |
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| 8. EXPOSURE/PERSONAL CONTROL |
| Engineering Measures: |
N/A |
| Control Parameters: |
S1/2 Keep locked up and out of reach of children |
| Eyes: |
Wear eye/face protection. |
| Personal protection equipment: |
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S22 Do not breathe dust
S23 Do not breathe fumes
S36 Wear suitable protective clothing |
| Hand Protection: |
Wear suitable (impervious) gloves. |
| Skin Protection: |
Wear suitable protective clothing. |
| Hygiene measures: |
When using do not eat, drink or smoke
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| 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES |
Appearance:
Odour:
pH:
Melting point:
Flashpoint:
Explosive properties:
Vapour pressure:
Specific gravity:
Solubility: |
Yellow liquid
Slight acrid smell..
pH 5.0 – 6.0
N/A
Not known
None
Not known
1.045
Miscible with water |
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| 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY |
Conditions to avoid: Protect from extremes of temperature
Materials to avoid: Reacts with bases
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| 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION |
Practically non-toxic
Excessive exposure may affect human health as follows:
Skin contact: R38 Irritating to the skin
Eye contact: R36 Irritating to eyes
Inhalation R37 Irritating to respiratory system
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| 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION |
Wastes are not classified as hazardous to the environment, and do not bioaccumulate.
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| 13. DISPOSAL INFORMATION |
Disposal must be in accordance with local and national legislation.
Spillages may be hosed away without additional hazard other than slipperiness caused by wetting.
Dispose of through an authorised waste contractor to a licensed site.
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| 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION |
No special precautions are necessary. In case of spillages mark roads and warn other road users. Keep public away from the immediate area. Keep upwind to avoid inhaling fumes or dust particles. Sweep up keeping airborne dust to a minimum. Subsequently flush road with water. If material has entered a water course or sewer or contaminated soil or vegetation, advise appropriate authorities - e.g. police.
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| 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION |
| LABEL FOR SUPPLY: No label required |
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| RISK PHRASES: |
R36 Irritating to eyes
R37 Irritating to respiratory system
R38 Irritating to skin |
| SAFETY PHRASES: |
S1/2 Keep locked up and out of reach of children
S23 Do not breathe fumes
S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water
S28 After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of soap and water
S36 Wear suitable protective clothing
S39 Wear eye/face protection
S37 Wear suitable gloves
S45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible)
S64 If swallowed, rinse mouth with water (only if person is conscious)
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STATUTORY INSTRUMENTS: |
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging for supply) Regulations 1994.
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regs 1988 (Si 1657).
Environmental Protection Act 1990. |
| CODES OF PRACTICE: |
Waste management: The duty of care. |
| GUIDANCE NOTES: |
Health and Safety Executive:-
Occupational exposure limits (EH 40/94)
Classification, Packaging and Labelling of Dangerous Substances Regulations 1984 |
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16. OTHER INFORMATION |
Recommendations/restrictions:
It is important to follow the inclusion instructions detailed in the Product Data Sheet. Do not use the product for any other application without obtaining advice from Kiotechagil beforehand.
If this product is for resale, ensure that the purchaser receives a copy of this information.
The information herein is believed to be correct as of the date hereof but is provided without warranty of any kind. The recipient of our product is responsible for ensuring that, where applicable, existing laws and guidelines are observed.
Sources of key data:
National Chemical Emergency Centre (website)
The Physical and Theoretical Chemistry Laboratory Oxford University (website) |
