# 0184

1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE MATERIAL AND SUPPLIER

1.1 Product identifier
Product name VAPORMATE
Synonym(s) 0184 - SDS NUMBER ETHYL FORMATE IN CARBON DIOXIDE PRODUCT CODE: 0279

1.2 Uses and uses advised against

Use(s) FUMIGANT INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS

1.3 Details of the supplier of the product

Supplier name BOC LIMITED (AUSTRALIA)
Address 10 Julius Avenue, North Ryde, NSW, 2113, AUSTRALIA
Telephone 131 262, (02) 8874 4400
Fax 132 427 (24 hours)
Website http://www.boc.com.au

1.4 Emergency telephone number(s)

Emergency 1800 653 572 (24/7) (Australia only)

2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
CLASSIFIED AS HAZARDOUS ACCORDING TO AUSTRALIAN WHS REGULATIONS
GHS classification(s) Flammable Gases: Category 1
Serious Eye Damage / Eye Irritation: Category 2A
Gases Under Pressure: Liquefied gas

2.2 Label elements

Signal word DANGER

Pictogram(s)

Hazard statement(s)
H220 Extremely flammable gas.
H280 Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
Prevention statement(s)
P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking.
P264 Wash thoroughly after handling.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Response statement(s)
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to
do. Continue rinsing.
P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
P377 Leaking gas fire: Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely.
P381 Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so.

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Storage statement(s)
P410 + P403 Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place.
Disposal statement(s)
None allocated.

2.3 Other hazards

No information provided.

3. COMPOSITION/ INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

3.1 Substances / Mixtures
Ingredient CAS Number EC Number Content (v/v)
ETHYL FORMATE 109-94-4 203-721-0 16.7%
CARBON DIOXIDE 124-38-9 204-696-9 Remainder

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

4.1 Description of first aid measures
Eye If in eyes, hold eyelids apart and flush continuously with running water. Continue flushing until advised to
stop by a Poisons Information Centre, a doctor, or for at least 15 minutes.
Inhalation If inhaled, remove from contaminated area. To protect rescuer, use an Air-line respirator or Self Contained
Breathing Apparatus (SCBA). Apply artificial respiration if not breathing. Give oxygen if available. For advice,
contact a Poison Information Centre on 13 11 26 (Australia Wide) or a doctor.
Skin Cold burns: Remove contaminated clothing and gently flush affected areas with cold water for 15 minutes.
Apply sterile dressing and treat as for a thermal burn. For large burns, immerse in cold water for 15 minutes.
DO NOT apply any form of direct heat. Seek immediate medical attention.
Ingestion Ingestion is not considered a potential route of exposure. Due to product form and application, ingestion is
considered unlikely.
First aid facilities No information provided.

4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
In high concentrations may cause asphyxiation. Symptoms may include loss of mobility / consciousness. Victim may not be aware of
asphyxiation. Low concentrations of CO2 cause increased respiration and headache.

4.3 Immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

Treat symptomatically.

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

5.1 Extinguishing media
Use water fog to cool containers from protected area.

5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Extremely flammable liquefied gas mixture.

5.3 Advice for firefighters

Temperatures in a fire may cause cylinders to rupture. Cool cylinders or containers exposed to fire by applying water from a protected
location. Remove cool cylinders from the path of the fire. Evacuate the area if unable to keep cylinders cool. Do not approach
cylinders or containers suspected of being hot.

5.4 Hazchem code

2YE
2 Fine Water Spray.
Y Risk of violent reaction or explosion. Wear full fire kit and breathing apparatus. Contain spill and run-off.
E Evacuation of people in and around the immediate vicinity of the incident should be considered.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

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6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

If the cylinder is leaking, evacuate area of personnel. Inform manufacturer/supplier of leak. Use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
as detailed in Section 8 of the SDS.

6.2 Environmental precautions

Prevent from entering sewers, basements and workpits, or any place where its accumulation can be dangerous.

6.3 Methods of cleaning up

Carefully move material to a well ventilated remote area, then allow to discharge if safe to do so. Do not attempt to repair leaking valve
or cylinder safety devices.

6.4 Reference to other sections

See Sections 8 and 13 for exposure controls and disposal.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Use of safe work practices are recommended to avoid eye or skin contact and inhalation. Do not drag, drop, slide or roll cylinders. The
uncontrolled release of a gas under pressure may cause physical harm. Use a suitable hand truck for cylinder movement.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Do not store near incompatible materials. Cylinders should be stored below 45C in a secure area, upright and restrained to prevent
cylinders from falling. Cylinders should also be stored in a dry, well ventilated area constructed of non-combustible material with firm
level floor (preferably concrete), away from areas of heavy traffic and emergency exits. The treated storage area should be equipped
with a suitable system monitoring for air levels of ethyl formate, formic acid and carbon dioxide.

7.3 Specific end use(s)

No information provided.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION

8.1 Control parameters
Exposure standards
TWA STEL
Ingredient Reference
ppm mg/m ppm mg/m
Carbon dioxide SWA (AUS) 5000 9000 30000 54000
Ethyl formate SWA (AUS) 100 303 -- --

Biological limits
No biological limit values have been entered for this product.

8.2 Exposure controls

Engineering controls During application this product is vapourised into a gas tight fumigation space, therefore ventilation is not
normally required. Maintain vapour levels below the recommended exposure standard.

PPE
Eye / Face Wear splash-proof goggles.
Hands Wear leather or cotton gloves.
Body Wear long sleeved shirt, long pants and safety boots.
Respiratory Wear a type AX (Organic Vapour) respirator where levels of ethyl formate are above 100ppm and carbon
dioxide lower than 5000ppm. Where Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) where levels of Carbon
Dioxide above 5000 ppm (at any level of ethyl formate). Where the boiling point is < 65C, use an AX filter
type.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

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9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Appearance COLOURLESS GAS
Odour SLIGHT ODOUR
Flammability EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE
Flash point NOT AVAILABLE
Boiling point -78.5C (Carbon dioxide)
Melting point -56.6C (Carbon dioxide)
Evaporation rate NOT APPLICABLE
pH NOT APPLICABLE
Vapour density 1.63 (Air = 1)
Specific gravity NOT APPLICABLE
Solubility (water) 0.759 cm/cm (Carbon dioxide)
Vapour pressure NOT AVAILABLE
Upper explosion limit NOT AVAILABLE
Lower explosion limit NOT AVAILABLE
Partition coefficient NOT AVAILABLE
Autoignition temperature NOT AVAILABLE
Decomposition temperature NOT AVAILABLE
Viscosity NOT AVAILABLE
Explosive properties NOT AVAILABLE
Oxidising properties NOT AVAILABLE
Odour threshold NOT AVAILABLE
9.2 Other information
% Volatiles 100 %

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

10.1 Reactivity
Carefully review all information provided in sections 10.2 to 10.6.

10.2 Chemical stability

Stable under recommended conditions of storage.

10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions

Polymerization will not occur.

10.4 Conditions to avoid

Avoid shock, friction, heavy impact, heat, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources.

10.5 Incompatible materials

Moist carbon dioxide is corrosive, hence acid resistant materials are required (stainless steel). Incompatible with oxidising agents
(nitrates, oxygen), halogens (chlorine, bromine), acids (nitric acid) and some chlorides. Most rubbers and plastics are affected by
carbon dioxide.

10.6 Hazardous decomposition products

This material will not decompose to form hazardous products other than that already present.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity May be harmful if inhaled. Headache, dizziness, lassitude, nausea and vomiting may occur in some cases.
Skin Not classified as a skin irritant. Contact with the liquefied material may cause frostbite injury.
Eye Irritating to the eyes. Contact may result in irritation, lacrimation, pain and redness. Contact with the liquefied
material or escaping compressed gas may cause frostbite injury.
Sensitization Not classified as causing skin or respiratory sensitisation.
Mutagenicity Not classified as a mutagen.
Carcinogenicity Not classified as a carcinogen.
Reproductive Not classified as a reproductive toxin.
STOT single Asphyxiant. Effects are proportional to oxygen displacement. Over exposure may result in dizziness,
exposure drowsiness, weakness, fatigue, breathing difficulties and unconsciousness.
STOT repeated Not classified as causing organ effects from repeated exposure.

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exposure
Aspiration Not classified as causing aspiration.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

12.1 Toxicity
No information provided.

12.2 Persistence and degradability

No information provided.

12.3 Bioaccumulative potential

No information provided.

12.4 Mobility in soil

No information provided.

12.5 Other adverse effects

This product is used as an insect fumigant. Uncontrolled release of this product may cause damage to the environment. Do not allow
product to enter waterways. When discharged to the atmosphere, carbon dioxide may contribute to the greenhouse effect.

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

13.1 Waste treatment methods
Waste disposal Cylinders should be returned to the manufacturer or supplier for disposal of contents.
Legislation Dispose of in accordance with relevant local legislation.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

CLASSIFIED AS A DANGEROUS GOOD BY THE CRITERIA OF THE ADG CODE

LAND TRANSPORT SEA TRANSPORT AIR TRANSPORT

(ADG) (IMDG / IMO) (IATA / ICAO)

14.1 UN Number 3161 3161 3161

14.2 Proper LIQUEFIED GAS, FLAMMABLE, LIQUEFIED GAS, FLAMMABLE, LIQUEFIED GAS, FLAMMABLE,
Shipping Name N.O.S. (Contains ethyl formate) N.O.S. (Contains ethyl formate) N.O.S. (Contains ethyl formate)

14.3 Transport 2.1 2.1 2.1

hazard class
14.4 Packing Group None Allocated None Allocated None Allocated
14.5 Environmental hazards No information provided
14.6 Special precautions for user
Hazchem code 2YE
GTEPG 2A2
EMS F-D, S-U
Other information Ensure cylinder is separated from driver and that outlet of relief device is not obstructed. Refer to
Commonwealth, State and Territory Dangerous Goods Legislation which contain requirements which
affect gas storage and transport.

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
Poison schedule Classified as a Schedule 6 (S6) Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Medicines and Poisons (SUSMP).

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Classifications Safework Australia criteria is based on the Globally Harmonised System (GHS) of Classification and
Labelling of Chemicals.
The classifications and phrases listed below are based on the Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous
Substances [NOHSC: 1008(2004)].
Hazard codes F+ Extremely flammable
Xi Irritant
Risk phrases R12 Extremely Flammable.
R36 Irritating to eyes.

Safety phrases S23 Do not breathe gas/fumes/vapour/spray (where applicable).

S25 Avoid contact with eyes.
S35 This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way.
Inventory listing(s) AUSTRALIA: AICS (Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances)
All components are listed on AICS, or are exempt.

16. OTHER INFORMATION

Additional information The storage of significant quantities of gas cylinders must comply with AS4332 The storage and
handling of gases in cylinders. PVMA approval number: 56186. ACVM approval number: P007023.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS: All entrances to the fumigated area must be placarded with "DANGER,
area under fumigation, DO NOT ENTER, unless wearing appropriate personal protective equipment".
The placard should also carry a skull & crossbones pictogram.

APPLICATION SYSTEM: Vapourmate is vapourised into an enclosed gas tight fumigation space to
allow the fumigant to penetrate deep into the commodity being treated for the recommended
exposure time period. Only BOC approved (20 M pa) dispensing equipment can be used with
Vapourmate.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT GUIDELINES:

The recommendation for protective equipment contained within this report is provided as a guide
only. Factors such as method of application, working environment, quantity used, product
concentration and the availability of engineering controls should be considered before final selection
of personal protective equipment is made.

HEALTH EFFECTS FROM EXPOSURE:

It should be noted that the effects from exposure to this product will depend on several factors
including: frequency and duration of use; quantity used; effectiveness of control measures; protective
equipment used and method of application. Given that it is impractical to prepare a ChemAlert report
which would encompass all possible scenarios, it is anticipated that users will assess the risks and
apply control methods where appropriate.

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Abbreviations ACGIH American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists

CAS # Chemical Abstract Service number - used to uniquely identify chemical compounds
CNS Central Nervous System
EC No. EC No - European Community Number
EMS Emergency Schedules (Emergency Procedures for Ships Carrying Dangerous
Goods)
GHS Globally Harmonized System
GTEPG Group Text Emergency Procedure Guide
IARC International Agency for Research on Cancer
LC50 Lethal Concentration, 50% / Median Lethal Concentration
LD50 Lethal Dose, 50% / Median Lethal Dose
mg/m Milligrams per Cubic Metre
OEL Occupational Exposure Limit
pH relates to hydrogen ion concentration using a scale of 0 (high acidic) to 14 (highly
alkaline).
ppm Parts Per Million
STEL Short-Term Exposure Limit
STOT-RE Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
STOT-SE Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
SUSMP Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Medicines and Poisons
SWA Safe Work Australia
TLV Threshold Limit Value
TWA Time Weighted Average

Report status This document has been compiled by RMT on behalf of the manufacturer, importer or supplier of the
product and serves as their Safety Data Sheet ('SDS').
It is based on information concerning the product which has been provided to RMT by the
manufacturer, importer or supplier or obtained from third party sources and is believed to represent
the current state of knowledge as to the appropriate safety and handling precautions for the product
at the time of issue. Further clarification regarding any aspect of the product should be obtained
directly from the manufacturer, importer or supplier.
While RMT has taken all due care to include accurate and up-to-date information in this SDS, it does
not provide any warranty as to accuracy or completeness. As far as lawfully possible, RMT accepts
no liability for any loss, injury or damage (including consequential loss) which may be suffered or
incurred by any person as a consequence of their reliance on the information contained in this SDS.

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