MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

PRODUCT

NALCO ELIMINOX
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)
See section 16, for Emergency Telephone Numbers.

1.

CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

PRODUCT NAME :

NALCO ELIMINOX

APPLICATION :

OXYGEN SCAVENGER

COMPANY IDENTIFICATION :

NALCO EUROPE B.V.

Postbus 627
2300 AP Leiden, The Netherlands

EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S) :

See section 16, for Emergency Telephone Numbers.

Date issued :
Version Number :

05.10.2005
1.15

COMPANY CONTACT TELEPHONE NUMBERS.

NALCO EUROPE B.V.
NALCO AB (SE)
NALCO ANADOLU KIMYA (TR)
NALCO APPLIED SERVICES OF
EUROPE BV
NALCO BELGIUM N.V./S.A. (B)
NALCO DANMARK A/S
NALCO DEUTSCHLAND GmbH (D)

+32 (0)3-450 69 10
+45-48195800
+49 (0)69-79340

NALCO ESPAOLA S.A. (E)

NALCO FINLAND OY (FI)
NALCO FRANCE SAS

+34 93-4095555
+358 (0)9 2517 4700
+33 (0)3 20 11 70 00

2.

+31 71 5241 100

+46 (0)8-50074000
+90 216 5743464
+31 (0)73 6456980

NALCO ITALIANA S.R.L.(I)

NALCO Kft. (HU)
NALCO LIMITED

+39 06-542971
+36 (0)1 471 91 81
+44 (0)1606 74488

NALCO NETHERLANDS B.V.

NALCO NORGE AS (NO)
NALCO STERREICH Ges.m.b.H.
(A)
NALCO POLSKA Sp.z.o.o. (PL)
NALCO PORTUGUESA LDA. (P)
WYSS WASSERTECHNIK AG (CH)

+31 (0)13-5952200
+47 51 96 36 00
+ 43(0)1 27026350
+48 (0)32-3262750
+351 214130996
+41 (0)52 235 38 38

COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

This product is classified as dangerous in accordance with the Preparations Directive 1999/45/EC.
Hazardous Substance(s)
Carbohydrazide

EINECS /
ELINCS NO
207-837-2

SYMBOL
Xi, Xn

R-PHRASES /
NOTAS
R22, R38, R43

% (w/w)
5 - 10

Refer to Section 16 for descriptions of relevant risk phrases and Notas.

3.

HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

HAZARD CLASSIFICATION :
This product is classified as dangerous in accordance with the Preparations Directive 1999/45/EC.
May cause sensitization by skin contact.
HUMAN HEALTH HAZARDS - ACUTE :
INHALATION :
May cause irritation of mucous membranes.
SKIN CONTACT :
May cause irritation with prolonged contact. May cause sensitization by skin contact.
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EYE CONTACT :
May cause irritation with prolonged contact.
INGESTION :
There may be irritation to the gastro-intestinal tract with nausea and vomiting.

4.

FIRST AID MEASURES

INHALATION :
Remove to fresh air, treat symptomatically. If symptoms develop, seek medical advice.
SKIN CONTACT :
Get immediate medical attention. Flush affected area with water. Contaminated leather articles such as shoes
or belts must be discarded.
EYE CONTACT :
Immediately flush eye with water for at least 15 minutes while holding eyelids open. If symptoms develop, seek
medical advice.
INGESTION :
Do not induce vomiting without medical advice. If conscious, washout mouth and give water to drink. If reflexive
vomiting occurs, rinse mouth and repeat administration of water. If symptoms develop, seek medical advice.
NOTE TO PHYSICIAN :
Based on the individual reactions of the patient, the physician's judgement should be used to control symptoms
and clinical condition.

5.

FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

FLASH POINT :

Not applicable

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA :
Not expected to burn. Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire.
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD :
May evolve oxides of carbon (COx) under fire conditions. May evolve oxides of nitrogen (NOx) under fire
conditions.
SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIRE FIGHTING :
In case of fire, wear a full face positive-pressure self contained breathing apparatus and protective suit.

6.

ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS :
Restrict access to area as appropriate until clean-up operations are complete. Use personal protective
equipment recommended in Section 8 (Exposure Controls/Personal Protection). Stop or reduce any leaks if it is
safe to do so. Ventilate spill area if possible. Ensure clean-up is conducted by trained personnel only. Do not
touch spilled material. Have emergency equipment (for fires, spills, leaks, etc.) readily available. Notify
appropriate government, occupational health and safety and environmental authorities.
METHODS FOR CLEANING UP :
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SMALL SPILLS: Soak up spill with absorbent material. Place residues in a suitable, covered, properly labeled
container. Wash affected area. LARGE SPILLS: Contain liquid using absorbent material, by digging trenches
or by diking. Reclaim into recovery or salvage drums or tank truck for proper disposal. Dispose of material in
compliance with regulations indicated in Section 13 (Disposal Considerations). Contact an approved waste
hauler for disposal of contaminated recovered material.
ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS :
Do not contaminate surface water.

7.

HANDLING AND STORAGE

HANDLING :
Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Use with adequate ventilation. Do not breathe vapors/gases/dust.
Keep the containers closed when not in use. Have emergency equipment (for fires, spills, leaks, etc.) readily
available. Ensure all containers are labelled. Use personal protective equipment recommended in Section 8
(Exposure Controls/Personal Protection). Discard contaminated shoes, belts and other articles made of leather.
STORAGE CONDITIONS :
Protect product from freezing. Store the containers tightly closed. Keep container in a well-ventilated place.
SUITABLE CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL :
Brass, Stainless Steel 316L, Hastelloy C-276, Nitrile, Plexiglass, Kalrez, EPDM, Perfluoroelastomer, PTFE, TFE,
FEP (encapsulated), PVC, Teflon, Polyurethane, Viton, Polypropylene, Carbon Steel C1018, Stainless Steel 304
UNSUITABLE CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL :
Buna-N, HDPE (high density polyethylene), Natural rubber, Hypalon, Neoprene, Aluminum, Ethylene propylene,
Mild steel, Alfax, Compatibility with Plastic Materials can vary; we therefore recommend that compatibility is
tested prior to use.
SPECIFIC USE(S) :
OXYGEN SCAVENGER
For specific dosages and customized applications please contact your representative.

8.

EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS

This product does not contain any substance that has an established exposure limit.
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ENGINEERING MEASURES :
Use general ventilation with local exhaust ventilation. Use a closed dosing system.
PERSONAL PROTECTION
GENERAL ADVICE :
The use and choice of personal protection equipment is related to the hazard of the product, the workplace and
the way the product is handled. In general, we recommend as a minimum precaution that safety glasses with
side-shields and workclothes protecting arms, legs and body be used. In addition any person visiting an area
where this product is handled should at least wear safety glasses with side-shields. The applicable European
standard can be found in EN 166.

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EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)
See section 16, for Emergency Telephone Numbers.

RESPIRATORY PROTECTION :
If significant mists, vapors or aerosols are generated an approved respirator is recommended. A suitable filter
material depends on the amount and type of chemicals being handled. The applicable European standard can
be found in EN 141, EN 143 and EN 371. Consider the use of filter type: A-P In event of emergency or planned
entry into unknown concentrations a positive pressure, full-facepiece SCBA should be used. If respiratory
protection is required, institute a complete respiratory protection program including selection, fit testing, training,
maintenance and inspection.
HAND PROTECTION :
When handling this product, the use of chemical gauntlets is recommended. The choice of work glove depends
on work conditions and what chemicals are handled, but we have positive experience under light handling
conditions using gloves made from PVC Nitrile Viton Gloves should be replaced immediately if signs of
degradation are observed. Breakthrough time not determined as preparation, consult PPE manufacturers. The
applicable European standard can be found in EN 374.
SKIN PROTECTION :
Wear standard protective clothing. Wear a complete suit protecting against chemicals. (if skin contact is likely)
The applicable European standard can be found in EN 467 and EN 345.
EYE PROTECTION :
Wear chemical splash goggles. The applicable European standard can be found in EN 166.
HYGIENE RECOMMENDATIONS :
Use good work and personal hygiene practices to avoid exposure. Keep an eye wash fountain available. Keep
a safety shower available. If clothing is contaminated, remove clothing and thoroughly wash the affected area.
Launder contaminated clothing before reuse. Always wash thoroughly after handling chemicals. When handling
this product never eat, drink or smoke.

9.

PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

PHYSICAL STATE

Liquid

APPEARANCE

Colorless

ODOR

None

FLASH POINT :
SPECIFIC GRAVITY
SOLUBILITY IN WATER
pH (100 %)
VISCOSITY
FREEZING POINT

Not applicable
1.015 (20 C)
Complete
8.3
3.0 cps (15.6 C)
-2 C

Note: These physical properties are typical values for this product and are subject to change.

10.

STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

STABILITY :
Stable under normal conditions.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION :
Hazardous polymerization will not occur.
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CONDITIONS TO AVOID :
Freezing temperatures.
MATERIALS TO AVOID :
Contact with strong oxidizers (e.g. chlorine, peroxides, chromates, nitric acid, perchlorate, concentrated oxygen,
permanganate) may generate heat, fires, explosions and/or toxic vapors., Contact with strong acids (e.g. sulfuric,
phosphoric, nitric, hydrochloric, chromic, sulfonic) may generate heat, splattering or boiling and toxic vapors.

11.

TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

The following results are for the product.

ACUTE ORAL TOXICITY :
Species
LD50
Rat
> 5,000 mg/kg

Test Descriptor
Product

ACUTE DERMAL TOXICITY :

Species
LD50
Rabbit
> 2,000 mg/kg

Test Descriptor
Product

PRIMARY SKIN IRRITATION :

Draize Score
0.2 / 8.0

Test Descriptor
Product

PRIMARY EYE IRRITATION :

Draize Score
0.3 / 110.0

Test Descriptor
Product

SENSITIZATION :
May cause sensitization by skin contact.
CARCINOGENICITY :
None of the substances in this product are listed as carcinogens by the International Agency for Research on
Cancer (IARC), the National Toxicology Program (NTP) or the American Conference of Governmental Industrial
Hygienists (ACGIH).
MUTAGENICITY :
Negative in the Ames Test.
For additional information on the hazard of the preparation, please consult section 3 and 12.

12.

ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

ECOTOXICOLOGICAL EFFECTS :
The following results are for the product along with results on the active substances.
ACUTE FISH RESULTS :
Species
Exposure
Rainbow Trout
96 hrs
Bluegill Sunfish
96 hrs

LC50
360 mg/l
190 mg/l

Method

Test Descriptor
Product
Product

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Fathead Minnow
Scophthalmus
maximus

96 hrs
96 hrs

400 mg/l
156 mg/l

ACUTE INVERTEBRATE RESULTS :

Species
Exposure
LC50
Daphnia magna
48 hrs
96 mg/l
Corophium
240 hrs
> 9,999 mg/l
volutator

AQUATIC PLANT RESULTS :

Species
Exposure
Marine Algae
72 hrs
(Skeletonema
costatum)
Marine Algae
72 hrs
(Skeletonema
costatum)

Product
Product

OSPAR 1995

EC50

Method

Test Descriptor
Product
Product

EC50/LC50
45 mg/l
(EC50)

Method
ISO 10253

Test Descriptor
Product

4.4 mg/l
(EC50)

ISO 10253

Active Substance (
Carbohydrazide )

MOBILITY :
The environmental fate was estimated using a level III fugacity model embedded in the EPI (estimation program
interface) Suite TM , provided by the US EPA. The model assumes a steady state condition between the total
input and output. The level III model does not require equilibrium between the defined media. The information
provided is intended to give the user a general estimate of the environmental fate of this product under the
defined conditions of the models. If released into the environment this material is expected to distribute to the air,
water and soil/sediment in the approximate respective percentages;
Air
<5%

Water
30 - 50%

Soil/Sediment
50 - 70%

The portion in water is expected to be soluble or dispersible.

PERSISTENCY AND DEGRADATION :
The organic portion of this preparation is expected to be readily biodegradable.

13.

DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

If this preparation becomes a waste, the final user must define and assign the appropriate European Waste
Catalogue code. Use only authorized contractors. Ensure compliance with EC, national and local regulations.
This product is suitable for disposal in an approved landfill or by controlled incineration. This product is ashless
and can be burned directly in appropriate equipment. This product is NOT suitable for disposal via municipal
sewers, drains, natural streams or rivers.
Empty drums should be taken for recycling, recovery, or disposal through a suitably qualified or licensed
contractor.

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EUROPE WASTE CODE :

16 03 03* - OFF SPECIFICATION BATCHES AND UNUSED PRODUCTS - Inorganic wastes containing
dangerous substances. If this product is used in any further processes, the final user must redefine and assign
the most appropriate European Waste Catalogue Code.
NATIONAL REGULATIONS GERMANY :
55374

14.

TRANSPORT INFORMATION

The information in this section is for reference only and should not take the place of a shipping paper (bill of
lading) specific to an order. Please note that the proper Shipping Name / Hazard Class may vary by packaging,
properties, and mode of transportation. Typical Proper Shipping Names for this product are as follows.
LAND TRANSPORT
Proper Shipping Name :

AIR TRANSPORT (ICAO/IATA)

Proper Shipping Name :

MARINE TRANSPORT (IMDG/IMO)

Proper Shipping Name :

15.

PRODUCT IS NOT REGULATED DURING

TRANSPORTATION

PRODUCT IS NOT REGULATED DURING

TRANSPORTATION

PRODUCT IS NOT REGULATED DURING

TRANSPORTATION

REGULATORY INFORMATION

CLASSIFICATION AND LABELLING :

GOVERNING DIRECTIVE(S): Dangerous Substances Directive 67/548/EEC and Dangerous Preparations
Directive 1999/45/EC.
HAZARD SYMBOLS

IRRITANT
Contains:..Carbohydrazide
RISK PHRASES
R43 - May cause sensitization by skin contact.
SAFETY PHRASES
S24/25 - Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.

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S28 - After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water.
S36/37/39 - Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.

NATIONAL REGULATIONS FRANCE

Classified Industrial Sites (ICPE): Not-applicable.
Water Discharge: Relevant.

NATIONAL REGULATIONS GERMANY

VbF Small
TA Luft Not Regulated
WGK 1 (Annex 4)
StrfallVO (Seveso Directive) Not Regulated

NATIONAL REGULATIONS HOLLAND

ABM RESULT
ABM RESULT
Substance(s)
11 B

% (w/w)

PRODUCT REGISTRATION NUMBER

Denmark
1787926
Norway
091440

INTERNATIONAL CHEMICAL CONTROL LAWS

UNITED STATES
The substances in this preparation are included on or exempted from the TSCA 8(b) Inventory (40 CFR 710)
CANADA :
The substances in this preparation are listed on the Domestic Substances List (DSL), are exempt, or have been
reported in accordance with the New Substances Notification Regulations.
EUROPE
The substances in this preparation have been reviewed for compliance with the EINECS or ELINCS inventories.
JAPAN
All substances in this product comply with the Law Regulating the Manufacture and Importation Of Chemical
Substances and are listed on the Ministry of International Trade & industry List (MITI).

16.

OTHER INFORMATION

LIST OF RELEVANT R-PHRASES AND NOTAS IN SECTION 2

R22 - Harmful if swallowed.
R38 - Irritating to skin.
R43 - May cause sensitization by skin contact.

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This product material safety data sheet provides health and safety information. The product is to be used in
applications consistent with our product literature. Individuals handling this product should be informed of the
recommended safety precautions and should have access to this information. For any other uses, exposures
should be evaluated so that appropriate handling practices and training programs can be established to insure
safe workplace operations. Please consult your local sales representative for any further information.
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)
Trans-European
Belgium / Luxembourg
Czech Republic
Denmark
Finland
France / French Switzerland
Germany / Austria / German Switzerland
Hungary
Italy / Italian Switzerland
The Netherlands
Norway
Poland
Portugal
Russia / Belarus
Saudi Arabia
Slovak Republic
Spain
Sweden
UAE
UK and Republic of Ireland
Nalfleet International

+32-(0)3-575-5555
+32-(0)3-575-0330
+420-602-669421
+47-22-33-69-99
+358-(0)9-4711
+33-(0)6-11-07-32-81
+49-(0)6232-130128
+36-30-9-506-447
+39-333-210-7947
+32-(0)3-575-0330
+47-22-33-69-99
+48-(0)601-66-2626
+351-91-911-1399
+7-812-449-0474
+966-(3)847-1515
+421-(0)905-585-938
+34-977-551577
+47-22-33-69-99
+44-(0)7071-223-738
+44-(0)7071-223-738
+32-(0)3-575-5555

POISON CONTROL CENTER TELEPHONE NUMBERS

Belgium
Czech Republic
France
Slovak Republic

+32-70-245245
+420 224 91 92 93
+33-(0)145-42-59-59 ORFILA
+421 (0)2 5477 4166

Prepared By : SHE Department

Date issued : 05.10.2005
Version Number : 1.15

Numbers quoted in the MSDS are given in the format: 1,000,000 = 1 million and 1,000 = 1 thousand

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