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SAFETY DATA SHEET

BISPHENOL-A
According to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006, Annex II, as amended by Regulation (EU) No 453/2010,
COMMISSION REGULATION (EU) 2015/830 of 28 May 2015.

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

1.1. Product identifier

Product name BISPHENOL-A

Chemical name 4,4’-isopropylidenediphenol

Synonyms; trade names 4,4'-(1-Methylethylidene)bisphenol, 4,4'-Dihydroxydiphenylpropane

REACH registration number 01-2119457856-23-XXXX

CAS number 80-05-7

EC number 201-245-8

1.2. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Identified uses Raw material for epoxy and polycarbonate resin.

1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Supplier (OR of KUMHO P&B CHEMICALS INC.)
KIST-Europe,
Universitaet des Saarlandes, Campus E 72
66123, Saarbruecken, Germany
+49 681 9382 334
+49 681 9382 319
reach.it@kist-europe.de

Manufacturer KUMHO P&B CHEMICALS. INC.

218, Yeosusandan 2-ro
Yeosu-city Jeollanam-do, Korea
+82-61-688-3682
+82-61-688-3684

1.4. Emergency telephone number

Emergency telephone +49 551 19240
GIZ-Nord, Goettingen, Germany (English only)

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification (EC/1272/2008)
Physical hazards Not Classified

Health hazards Eye Dam. 1 - H318 Skin Sens. 1 - H317 Repr. 1B - H360 STOT SE 3 - H335

Environmental hazards Aquatic Chronic 2 - H411

2.2. Label elements

EC number 201-245-8

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Pictogram

Signal word Danger

Hazard statements H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.

H318 Causes serious eye damage.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child.
H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements P201 Obtain special instructions before use.

P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
P261 Avoid breathing dust.
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water.
P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove
contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention.
P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor.
P312 Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell.
P321 Specific treatment (see medical advice on this label).
P333+P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/ attention.
P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
P391 Collect spillage.
P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/ container in accordance with national regulations.

Supplementary precautionary P201 Obtain special instructions before use.

statements P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
P261 Avoid breathing vapour/spray.
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
P281 Use personal protective equipment as required.
P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water.
P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove
contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention.
P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor.
P312 Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell.
P321 Specific treatment (see medical advice on this label).
P333+P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/ attention.
P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
P405 Store locked up.

2.3. Other hazards

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SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1. Substances
Product name BISPHENOL-A

REACH registration number 01-2119457856-23-XXXX

CAS number 80-05-7

EC number 201-245-8

SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1. Description of first aid measures

General information Consult a physician for specific advice. Move affected person to fresh air and keep warm and
at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.

Inhalation Move affected person to fresh air at once. If breathing stops, provide artificial respiration.
When breathing is difficult, properly trained personnel may assist affected person by
administering oxygen.

Ingestion DO NOT induce vomiting. Get medical attention immediately.

Skin contact Immediately remove contaminated clothing. Wipe off the product mechanically. Wash skin
thoroughly with soap and water. Promptly flush with large amount of cool water if molten
product getn on the skin and get medical attention.

Eye contact Rinse immediately with plenty of water. Continue to rinse for at least 10 minutes. Remove
contact lense after the initial 1-2 minutes and continue flushing for up to 10 minutes. Consult a
physician for specific advice.

4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
General information Not available.

4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Notes for the doctor No specific recommendations.

SECTION 5: Firefighting measures

5.1. Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media Extinguish with foam, carbon dioxide or dry powder. Water spray.

Unsuitable extinguishing Do not use water jet as an extinguisher, as this will spread the fire.
media

5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Specific hazards Vapours may explode when mixed with air. Containers can burst violently or explode when
heated, due to excessive pressure build-up.

Hazardous combustion Thermal decomposition may liberate carbon oxides.

products

5.3. Advice for firefighters

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Protective actions during Move containers from fire area if it can be done without risk. Use fire fighting measures that
firefighting suit the surrounding materials. Keep up-wind to avoid fumes. Withdraw immediately in case of
rising sound from venting safety device or any discoloration of tanks due to fire. Avoid
inhalation of materials or combustion by-products. Control run-off water by containing and
keeping it out of sewers and watercourses. Cool containers exposed to flames with water until
well after the fire is out. Do not allow water to enter the container as it will react with the
product. In case of tank or container fire, fight at the maximum distance or use unmanned
hose holder or monitor nozzles.

Special protective equipment Use air-supplied respirator, gloves and protective goggles.
for firefighters

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Personal precautions No smoking, sparks, flames or other sources of ignition near spillage. Use suitable respiratory
protection if ventilation is inadequate. Keep unnecessary and unprotected people away from
area of spill. Wear suitable protective equipment, including gloves, goggles/face shield,
respirator, boots, clothing or apron, as appropriate. For personal protection, see Section 8.

6.2. Environmental precautions

Environmental precautions Avoid discharge into drains or watercourses or onto the ground.

6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Methods for cleaning up Inform authorities if large amounts are involved. Take up spilled product with dust-binding
material or suitable vacuum cleaner. Avoid generation and spreading of dust. Containers with
collected spillage must be properly labelled with correct contents and hazard symbol. Collect
and place in suitable waste disposal containers and seal securely.

6.4. Reference to other sections

Reference to other sections For waste disposal, see section 13.

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1. Precautions for safe handling

Usage precautions Container must be kept tightly closed when not in use. Take precautionary measures against
static discharges. Do not use in confined spaces without adequate ventilation and/or
respirator. Good personal hygiene procedures should be implemented. Avoid inhalation of
dust and contact with skin and eyes. Avoid handling which leads to dust formation.

7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Storage precautions Store in tightly-closed, original container in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Protect from
sunlight. Avoid heat, flames and other sources of ignition. Keep container tightly sealed when
not in use.

7.3. Specific end use(s)

Specific end use(s) The identified uses for this product are detailed in Section 1.2.

SECTION 8: Exposure Controls/personal protection

8.1. Control parameters

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DNEL Industry - Inhalation; Long term systemic effects: 10 mg/m³

Industry - Inhalation; Short term systemic effects: 10 mg/m³
Industry - Inhalation; Long term local effects: 10 mg/m³
Industry - Inhalation; Short term local effects: 10 mg/m³
Industry - Dermal; Long term systemic effects: 1.4 mg/kg/day
Industry - Dermal; Short term systemic effects: 1.4 mg/kg/day
Consumer - Inhalation; Long term systemic effects: 0.25 mg/m³
Consumer - Inhalation; Short term systemic effects: 5 mg/m³
Consumer - Inhalation; Long term local effects: 5 mg/m³

PNEC - Fresh water; 0.018 mg/l

- Marine water; 0.016 mg/l
- Intermittent release; 0.01 mg/l
- STP; 320 mg/l
- Sediment (Freshwater); 2.2 mg/kg
- Sediment (Marinewater); 0.44 mg/kg
- Soil; 3.7 mg/kg

8.2. Exposure controls

Protective equipment

Appropriate engineering Provide adequate general and local exhaust ventilation. Observe any occupational exposure
controls limits for the product or ingredients. Local exhaust ventilation is generally preferred because it
can control the emisions of the contaminant at its source, preventing dispersion of it into the
general work area. Please refer to the ACGIH document, Industrial Ventilation, A Manual of
Recommended Practices, most recent edition, for details.

Eye/face protection Wear safety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN166.

Hand protection Wear protective gloves against chemicals according to EN 374-3.

Other skin and body Provide eyewash station and safety shower. Wear apron or protective clothing in case of
protection contact.

Hygiene measures Promptly remove any clothing that becomes contaminated. Contaminated clothing should be
placed in a closed container for disposal or decontamination. Wash hands at the end of each
work shift and before eating, smoking and using the toilet.

Respiratory protection Under frequent use or heavy exposure, respiratory protection may be needed. Use filtering
facepieces against particles according to EN 149.

Environmental exposure Store in a demarcated bunded area to prevent release to drains and/or watercourses.
controls

SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties

9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Appearance Flakes. Crystals.

Colour White.

Odour Odourless.

pH Not available. Not available.

Melting point 155°C

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Initial boiling point and range 360°C @ 1013 hPa Bisphenol A shows decomposition at the boiling point.

Flash point 227 °C at 1013 hPa°C CC (Closed cup).

Evaporation rate Not available.

Vapour pressure 0.000000412 Pa @ °C

Relative density 1.2 g/cm3 @ at 25°C

Solubility(ies) 0.0300 @ °C

Partition coefficient log Pow: 3.4 at 21.5 °C

Auto-ignition temperature 510 °C at 1013 hPa°C

Decomposition Temperature Not available.

Viscosity Scientifically unjustified.

Explosive properties Data lacking.

Oxidising properties Not available.

9.2. Other information

Particle size Not available.

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1. Reactivity
Reactivity No hazardous reaction when used as directed.

10.2. Chemical stability

Stability Will decompose at temperatures exceeding 200°C. Stable up to 200 °C.

10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions

Possibility of hazardous Not available. Not available.
reactions

10.4. Conditions to avoid

Conditions to avoid Oxidising materials.

10.5. Incompatible materials

10.6. Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition No hazardous decomposition products when stored and handled correctly. In the event of fire
products or during thermal decomposition, phenol and phenolic derivatives are formed.

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1. Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity - oral
Species Rat

Notes (oral LD₅₀) The acute oral LD50 is > 2000 and <= 5000 mg/kg.

Acute toxicity - dermal

Acute toxicity dermal (LD₅₀ 3,000.0
mg/kg)

Species Rabbit

Acute toxicity - inhalation

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Notes (inhalation LC₅₀) Acute inflammation of the external nares and ulceration of the incisive ducts were observed
one day after exposure, but these changes were reversible within the 14-day recovery period.

Skin corrosion/irritation
Animal data Erythema/eschar score: No erythema (0). Oedema score: No oedema (0). The skin irritation
scores for test animals were zero for erythema and edema at 500 mg of BPA exposure.

Serious eye damage/irritation

Serious eye damage/irritation Test species : Himalayan rabbit.
Cornea opacity score : 1, Iris score : 1, Conjunctival redness score : 1, Conjunctival chemosis
score : 1 - 2 (according to test animal).

Skin sensitisation
Skin sensitisation Local Lymph Node Assay (LLNA) - Mouse: Not sensitising.

Germ cell mutagenicity

Genotoxicity - in vitro Bacterial reverse mutation test: Negative.

Genotoxicity - in vivo Chromosome aberration: Negative.

Carcinogenicity
Carcinogenicity , Oral, Rat , Oral, Mouse No evidence of carcinogenicity in animal studies.

IARC carcinogenicity Not listed.

Reproductive toxicity
Reproductive toxicity - fertility Two-generation study - 3500 ppm, Oral, Mouse F1 No adverse effects on reproduction or
development were detected. The endpoint considered above is NOEL.

Reproductive toxicity - Teratogenicity: - NOAEL: 640 mg/kg/day, Oral, Rat Did not increase fetotoxicity and did not
development affect the incidence of malformation in rat.

Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure

STOT - repeated exposure NOAEL 50 mg/kg, Oral, Mouse

Target organs Liver Kidneys

SECTION 12: Ecological Information

12.1. Toxicity
Acute toxicity - fish LC50, 96 hours: 9.4 mg/l, Marinewater fish

Acute toxicity - aquatic EC₅₀, 48 hours: 10.2 mg/l, Daphnia magna

invertebrates

Acute toxicity - aquatic plants EC₅₀, 96 hours: 1.1 mg/l, Marinewater algae
Endpoint : growth inhibition.

Acute toxicity - Not available.

microorganisms

Acute toxicity - terrestrial NOEC, 28 days: 100 mg/kg,

Test species : Enchytraeus sp.

Chronic toxicity - fish early life NOEC, : 0.640 mg/l, Pimephales promelas (Fat-head Minnow)
stage REACH dossier information.
Test duration : 36 day. basis for effect : hatchability, survival, growth.

Chronic toxicity - aquatic NOEC, 21 days: 3.16 mg/l, Daphnia magna

invertebrates

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Toxicity to terrestial plants NOEC : 20 mg/kg-soil, Test duration : 21 day, Test species : Lycopersicon esculentum, Basis
for effect : dry shoot weight.

12.2. Persistence and degradability

Phototransformation - DT₅₀ : 0.13 days
REACH dossier information.

Biodegradation Degradation (%)

Water - 89 %:
Based on O2 Consumption. Test duration : 28 day. Meeting the 10 day window guideline.

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential

Bioaccumulative potential BPA shows the low potential for bioaccumulation in fish. BCF: 20 - 67, Cyprinus carpio
(Common carp) Exposure dose : 15 ug/l, exposure duration : 42 day.

Partition coefficient log Pow: 3.4 at 21.5 °C

12.4. Mobility in soil

Adsorption/desorption Water - log Koc: 2.95 @ °C Test was performed according to OECD Guideline 106.
coefficient

12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

Results of PBT and vPvB This product does not contain any substances classified as PBT or vPvB.
assessment

12.6. Other adverse effects

Other adverse effects Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1. Waste treatment methods

General information If the waste contains designated waste and difficult to separate, incinerate it or reduce the
volume following the similar way as incineration. If applicable, pretreat waste with oil/water
separation. Waste is suitable for incineration. Disposal to licensed waste disposal site in
accordance with local waste disposal authority.

Disposal methods Dispose of waste to licensed waste disposal site in accordance with the requirements of the
local Waste Disposal Authority.

SECTION 14: Transport information

14.1. UN number
UN No. (ADR/RID) 3077

UN No. (IMDG) 3077

UN No. (ICAO) 3077

14.2. UN proper shipping name

Proper shipping name ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S.
(ADR/RID)

Proper shipping name (IMDG) ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S.

Proper shipping name (ICAO) ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S.

Proper shipping name (ADN) ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S.

14.3. Transport hazard class(es)

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ADR/RID class 9

IMDG class 9

ICAO class/division 9

Transport labels

14.4. Packing group

ADR/RID packing group III

IMDG packing group III

ICAO packing group III

14.5. Environmental hazards

Environmentally hazardous substance/marine pollutant

14.6. Special precautions for user

EmS F-A, S-F

14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL and the IBC Code
Transport in bulk according to Not applicable.
Annex II of MARPOL 73/78
and the IBC Code

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1. Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
EU legislation Listed on the candidate list of SVHC for authorisation.

Authorisations (Title VII No specific authorisations are known for this product.
Regulation 1907/2006)

Restrictions (Title VIII Entry number: '66

Regulation 1907/2006)

15.2. Chemical safety assessment

A chemical safety assessment has been carried out.

SECTION 16: Other information

Abbreviations and acronyms SVHC: Substances of Very High Concern.

used in the safety data sheet

Issued by KIST Europe

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Hazard statements in full H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.

H318 Causes serious eye damage.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child.
H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

This information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination
with any other materials or in any process. Such information is, to the best of the company's knowledge and belief, accurate
and reliable as of the date indicated. However, no warranty, guarantee or representation is made to its accuracy, reliability or
completeness. It is the user's responsibility to satisfy himself as to the suitability of such information for his own particular use.

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