TOTAL POLYETHYLENE HDPE AND MDPE

Safety Data Sheet

according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH) with its amendment Regulation (EU) 2015/830
Date of issue: 7/7/2019 Supersedes: 8/8/2017 Version: 11.4

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1. Product identifier
Product form : Mixture
Product name : TOTAL POLYETHYLENE HDPE AND MDPE
CAS-No. : 9002-88-4 ; 25213-02-9
Type of product : Polymers
Formula : (C2H4)n ; (C6H12)x(C2H4)n
Chemical structure :

Synonyms : 9002-88-4 ; 25213-02-9

Product group : -

1.2. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
1.2.1. Relevant identified uses
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Main use category : Professional use
Use of the substance/mixture : For more detailled information, see technical data sheet

1.2.2. Uses advised against

No additional information available
1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
REFINING & CHEMICALS BRANCH
TOTAL PETROCHEMICALS & REFINING SA/NV
Rue de l'Industrie 52 Nijverheidsstraat - B-1040 BRUSSELS - BELGIUM
T +32 (0)2.288.91.11
rc.fer-sds@total.com - www.total.com

1.4. Emergency telephone number

Emergency number : Emergency call Carechem 24 International :
• for English speaking countries: +44 (0) 1235 239 670
• for Europe (in local languages): + 33 1 49 00 00 49
• for Africa and Middle East: + 44 (0) 1235 239 671• for China:
+ 86 512 8090 3042
• for Asia Pacific (Hong-Kong, Singapore, Taiwan, Philippines, India, Vietnam, Sri Lanka,
Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand) :
+ 65 3158 1074
Country Organisation/Company Address Emergency number Comment
Ireland National Poisons Information PO Box 1297 +353 1 809 2566
Beaumont Road
Centre 9 Dublin (Healthcare
Beaumont Hospital professionals-24/7)
+353 1 809 2166 (public,
8am - 10pm, 7/7)
United Kingdom National Poisons Emergency 08 45 46 47
number

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]Mixtures/Substances: SDS EU 2015: According to Regulation (EU)
2015/830 (REACH Annex II)
Not classified

Adverse physicochemical, human health and environmental effects

To our knowledge, this product does not present any particular risk, provided it is handled in accordance with good occupational hygiene and safety
practice.

2.2. Label elements

Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP] Extra labelling to displayExtra classification(s) to display
No labelling applicable

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2.3. Other hazards

Other hazards not contributing to the : Fine dust may cause irritation of respiratory system and mucous. Contact with hot material -
classification prevent serious burns. If heated to more than 130°C, the product may form vapours or fumes
which may cause irritation of respiratory tract and cause coughing and sensation of shortness
of breath. Handling this product may result in electrostatic accumulation. Use proper grounding
procedures. Dust may form explosive mixture in air. Combustible Dust.

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1. Substances
Not applicable

3.2. Mixtures

Name Product identifier % Classification according to

Regulation (EC) No.
1272/2008 [CLP]
Polyethylene (CAS-No.) 9002-88-4 / 25213-02-9 < 100 Not classified
Pigments 0-8 Not classified

Antioxidants and stabilisers < 0.7 Not classified

SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1. Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures after inhalation : Exposure to spray, fumes and vapours produced by heated or burned product: Move to fresh
air. Call a doctor.
First-aid measures after skin contact : Exposure to splashing of hot product: Treat the affected part with cold water (by spraying or
immersion). Do not remove clothing adhering to the skin. In case of severe burns, seek hospital
treatment.
First-aid measures after eye contact : Immediately rinse with water for a prolonged period while holding the eyelids wide open. In
case of irritation caused by fine dust: wash with copious volumes of water, until the irritation
disappears.
First-aid measures after ingestion : Ingestion during handling is not likely. Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth out with water.
4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms/effects : Refer to § 11 for more details on effects.
4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Treat symptomatically.

SECTION 5: Firefighting measures

5.1. Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media : For small fire: Carbon dioxide. Dry powder. Water. For large fire: Foam.
Unsuitable extinguishing media : Do not use a solid water stream as it may scatter and spread fire.
5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Fire hazard : Combustible.
Hazardous decomposition products in case of : Carbon oxides (CO, CO2). Aldehydes. Ketones. Acetone. Acetaldehyde. Formaldehyde.
fire Hydrocarbons. acrolein; prop-2-enal; acrylaldehyde.
5.3. Advice for firefighters
Protection during firefighting : Do not attempt to take action without suitable protective equipment. Self-contained breathing
apparatus. Complete protective clothing.
Other information : Notify fire brigade and environmental authorities. Evacuate unnecessary personnel. Use water
spray to cool exposed surfaces.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
6.1.1. For non-emergency personnel
Protective equipment : Do not attempt to take action without suitable protective equipment. Gloves. Safety glasses.

6.1.2. For emergency responders

Protective equipment : Use personal protective equipment as required.
6.2. Environmental precautions
Avoid release to the environment.
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6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

For containment : If spilled, may cause the floor to be slippery. Sweep up or vacuum up the product. Keep
recovered product for subsequent disposal. Do not allow to enter drains or water courses. On
water, recover/skim from surface and pour out in disposal container.
Other information : Dispose of contaminated material at an authorized site. Notify authorities if product enters
sewers or public waters.
6.4. Reference to other sections
For further information refer to section 8: "Exposure controls/personal protection". For further information refer to section 13.

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1. Precautions for safe handling
Hygiene measures : Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Keep away from food and drink.
7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Technical measures : Comply with applicable regulations. Provide local exhaust or general room ventilation.
Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Take precautionary measures against static
discharge.
Storage conditions : store at ambient temperature and at atmospheric pressure in original packaging (plastic or
cardboard boxes) or in silo made of appropriate material (aluminium, stainless steel, ...).
Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No
smoking. Proper grounding procedures to avoid static electricity should be followed. Keep
container tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated place.
Special rules on packaging : three pallets must never be stacked. under normal storage conditions, and following good
working practices, two pallets may be stacked on flooring in sound condition. however, when
the pictorial "Do not stack" is affixed to the pallet, the pallet must never be placed either on top
of or below another pallet.
N.B. :here the term pallet includes both the pallet and its load. when pallets are stored in racks,
it should be checked whether the pallet is fit for stacking in the concerned racks.
Packaging materials : Polyethylene. Paper bag. Carton. Stainless steel.
7.3. Specific end use(s)
Recommended to professional users.

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1. Control parameters
TOTAL POLYETHYLENE HDPE AND MDPE (9002-88-4 ; 25213-02-9)
USA - ACGIH ACGIH TWA (mg/m³) 10 mg/m³ inhalable dust particles
3 mg/m³ respirable dust particles

8.2. Exposure controls

Appropriate engineering controls:
Ensure good ventilation of the work station. If handling results in dust generation or high temperatures, local exhaust ventilation should be provided
to insure that exposure to dust or decomposition products does not exceed the exposure recommended levels. Safety shower. Eye fountain.
Personal protective equipment:
Dustproof clothing. Gloves. Safety glasses. Dust formation: dust mask.

Hand protection:
Protective gloves. Use insulated gloves when handling this material hot

Eye protection:
Safety glasses

Skin and body protection:

Wear suitable protective clothing. Safety foot-wear

Respiratory protection:
Dust/aerosol mask with filter type P1
Personal protective equipment symbol(s):

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Environmental exposure controls:

Avoid release to the environment.
Other information:
Do not eat, drink or smoke during use.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state : Solid
Appearance : Pellet.
Colour : Translucent. White. Colour.
Odour : Odourless.
Odour threshold : No data available
pH : Not applicable
Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) : No data available
Melting point : 90 - 160 °C
Freezing point : No data available
Boiling point : No data available
Flash point : ≈ 340 °C
Auto-ignition temperature : > 350 °C
Decomposition temperature : No data available
Flammability (solid, gas) : No data available
Vapour pressure : No data available
Relative vapour density at 20 °C : No data available
Relative density : No data available
Density : 910 - 990 kg/m³
Solubility : Water: Insoluble
Log Pow : No data available
Viscosity, kinematic : Not applicable
Viscosity, dynamic : No data available
Explosive properties : No data available
Oxidising properties : No data available
Lower explosive limit (LEL) : 0.015 kg/m³ ( < 63 µm )
9.2. Other information
Minimum ignition energy : 63 mJ
VOC content : < 0.3 %

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1. Reactivity
Electrostatic charges may be generated during handling. Take precautionary measures against static discharge during blending and transfer
operations.
10.2. Chemical stability
The product is stable at normal handling and storage conditions.
10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions
Dust may form explosive mixture in air.
10.4. Conditions to avoid
No flames, no sparks. Eliminate all sources of ignition. Avoid temperature above 320°C.
10.5. Incompatible materials
Strong acids. Strong bases. Strong oxidizing agents. Halogens.
10.6. Hazardous decomposition products
Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous decomposition products should not be produced.

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1. Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity (oral) : Not classified
Acute toxicity (dermal) : Not classified
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Acute toxicity (inhalation) : Not classified

Skin corrosion/irritation : Not classified (Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met)
pH: Not applicable
Additional information : Heated product causes burns
thermal decomposition products are produced at elevated temperatures and these may be
irritating
Serious eye damage/irritation : Not classified (Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met)
pH: Not applicable
Additional information : Fine dust may cause irritation to ocular mucous
thermal decomposition products are produced at elevated temperatures and these may be
irritating
Heated product causes burns
Respiratory or skin sensitisation : Not classified
Germ cell mutagenicity : Not classified
Carcinogenicity : Not classified
Reproductive toxicity : Not classified

STOT-single exposure : Not classified

Additional information : dust may cause irritation of respiratory system.
If heated to more than 130°C, the product may form vapours or fumes which may cause
irritation of respiratory tract and cause coughing and sensation of shortness of breath
STOT-repeated exposure : Not classified
Aspiration hazard : Not classified

SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1. Toxicity
Ecology - general : Do not allow product to spread into the environment. This product does not present any
particular risk for the environment.
Acute aquatic toxicity : Not classified
Chronic aquatic toxicity : Not classified

12.2. Persistence and degradability

TOTAL POLYETHYLENE HDPE AND MDPE (9002-88-4 ; 25213-02-9)
Persistence and degradability Product persists. Not readily biodegradable.
BOD (% of ThOD) Below detection limit

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential

TOTAL POLYETHYLENE HDPE AND MDPE (9002-88-4 ; 25213-02-9)
Bioaccumulative potential Low bioaccumulation potential.

12.4. Mobility in soil

TOTAL POLYETHYLENE HDPE AND MDPE (9002-88-4 ; 25213-02-9)
Ecology - soil low mobility.

12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

TOTAL POLYETHYLENE HDPE AND MDPE (9002-88-4 ; 25213-02-9)
Results of PBT assessment Not required

12.6. Other adverse effects

No additional information available

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1. Waste treatment methods
Waste treatment methods : Dispose of in accordance with relevant local regulations. Do not discharge the product into the
environment. Recycle the material as far as possible.

SECTION 14: Transport information

In accordance with ADR / RID / IMDG / IATA / ADN
ADR IMDG IATA ADN RID
14.1. UN Number
Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable

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ADR IMDG IATA ADN RID

14.2. UN proper shipping name
Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable
14.3. Transport hazard class(es)
Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable
14.4. Packing Group
Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable
14.5. Environmental hazards
Dangerous for the Dangerous for the Dangerous for the Dangerous for the Dangerous for the
environment : No environment : No environment : No environment : No environment : No
Marine Pollutant : No
No supplementary information available

14.6. Special precautions for user

- Overland transport
No data available

- Transport by sea (IMDG)

No data available

- Air transport (IATA)

No data available

- Inland waterway transport

No data available

- Rail transport
No data available
14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of Marpol and the IBC Code
Not applicable

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1. Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
15.1.1. EU-Regulations

Contains no REACH substances with Annex XVII restrictions

Contains no substance on the REACH candidate list
Contains no REACH Annex XIV substances

VOC content : < 0.3 %

15.1.2. National regulations

These registration entries are for polymers only. For additives, please refer to TOTAL who will provide the necessary certification
Not listed on the EEC inventory EINECS (European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances)
Complies the United States TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) inventory
Listed on the Japanese ENCS (Existing & New Chemical Substances) inventory
Listed on the AICS (Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances)
Listed on KECI (Korean Existing Chemicals Inventory)
Listed on the Philippines Inventory of Chemicals and Chemical Substances (PICCS)
Listed on the China Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances (IECSC)
Listed on the Canadian DSL (Domestic Substances List)
Listed on NZIoC (New Zealand Inventory of Chemicals)
Listed on the Taiwan TCSI (Taiwan Chemical Substaces Inventory)

15.2. Chemical safety assessment

The substance is not classified for human health hazards or for environment effects and it is not PBT or vPvB so that no exposure assessment or
risk characterisation is required. For tasks where the intervention of workers is required, the substance must be handled in accordance with good
industrial hygiene and safety procedures.

SECTION 16: Other information

Other information : Training staff on good practice. Manipulations are to be done only by qualified and authorised
persons. Use good personal hygiene practices.

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SDS EU (REACH Annex II)

This information applies to the PRODUCT AS SUCH and conforming to specifications of TOTAL.
In case of formulations or mixtures, it is necessary to ascertain that a new danger will not appear.
The information contained is based on our knowledge of the product, at the date of publishing and it is given quite sincerely. However the revision of some data is in progress.
Users are advised of possible additional hazards when the product is used in applications for which it was not intended. This sheet shall only be used and reproduced for prevention and security
purposes.
The references to legislative, regulatory and codes of practice documents cannot be considered as exhaustive.
It is the responsibility of the person receiving the product to refer to the totality of the official documents concerning the use, the possession and the handling of the product.
It is also the responsibility of the handlers of the product to pass on to any subsequent persons who will come into contact with the product. (usage, storage, cleaning of containers, other processes)
the totality of the information contained within this safety data sheet and necessary for safety at work, the protection of health and the protection of environment.

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