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

undertaking
· 1.1 Product identifier
· Trade name: ACTICIDE L 30
· 1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against:
· Application of the substance/the mixture: Biocidal product for industrial use.
· 1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet:
· Address and telephone number of the supplier:
Thor Specialities (UK) LTD.
Wincham Avenue
Wincham Northwich
Cheshire CW9 6GB
United Kingdom
Phone: (UK) +44 (0) 1606 818800
Fax: (UK) +44 (0) 1606 818801
· Competent person responsible for the Material Safety Data Sheet:
Regulatory Department: sds@thor.uk.com
· 1.4 Emergency telephone number:
National Poisons Information Service (24 h service):
Phone: +44 (0) 844-892-0111 (UK only)
Transport Emergency phone number (24 h service):
Phone: +49 621 60-43333 - Fax: +49 621 60-92664

* SECTION 2: Hazards identification

· 2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
· Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 respectively UN GHS

GHS05 corrosion

Met. Corr.1 H290 May be corrosive to metals.

Skin Corr. 1C H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

GHS09 environment

Aquatic Acute 1 H400 Very toxic to aquatic life.

Aquatic Chronic 1 H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

GHS07

Acute Tox. 4 H302 Harmful if swallowed.

Acute Tox. 4 H332 Harmful if inhaled.
· 2.2 Label elements
· Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 respectively UN GHS
The product is labelled according to the CLP regulation.
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· Hazard pictograms

GHS05 GHS07 GHS09

· Signal word Danger

· Hazard-determining components of labelling:
Bronopol
· Hazard statements
H290 May be corrosive to metals.
H302+H332 Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled.
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
· Precautionary statements
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
P280 Wear protective gloves / eye protection / face protection.
P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin
with water/shower.
P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact
lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P333+P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
P391 Collect spillage.
· 2.3 Other hazards Other hazards have not been identified for this product.

* SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

· 3.2 mixtures
· Description: Microbiocide based on 2-Bromo-2-nitropropane-1,3-diol (bronopol).
· Dangerous components:
CAS: 52-51-7 Bronopol 30 ± 1.5%
EINECS: 200-143-0 Eye Dam. 1, H318
Index number: 603-085-00-8 Aquatic Acute 1, H400 (M=10); Aquatic Chronic 1,
H410 (M=1)
Acute Tox. 4, H302; Acute Tox. 4, H312; Skin Irrit. 2,
H315; STOT SE 3, H335
· Additional information: For the wording of the listed risk/hazard phrases refer to section 16.

SECTION 4: First aid measures

· 4.1 Description of first aid measures
· General information:
Obtain special instructions from the poison information centre: Phone: +44 (0) 844-892-0111 (UK
only) - see as well section 1.4.
Personal protection for the First Aider.
· After inhalation: Supply fresh air; consult doctor in case of symptoms.
· After skin contact
IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.
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If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
· After eye contact:
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present
and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
Consult an eye specialist immediately.
· After swallowing:
IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor.
Bring vomiting person into recovery position.
Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
· 4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Corrosive damage to gastro-intestinal tract.
· Information for doctor: Probable mucosal damage may contraindicate the use of gastric lavage.
· Danger Danger of gastric perforation.
· 4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
If swallowed, gastric irrigation with activated carbon.
Rinse eyes thoroughly with physiological saline.

SECTION 5: Firefighting measures

· 5.1 Extinguishing media
· Suitable extinguishing agents: Water spray jet, extinguishing powder, CO₂, foam.
· Unsuitable extinguishing agents for reasons of safety: None
· 5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
In case of fire, toxic incineration products may be released such as:
Nitrogen oxides (NOx)
Carbon monoxide (CO)
Bromine compounds such as HBr, Br₂
· 5.3 Advice for firefighters
· Protective equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
· Additional information
Collect contaminated fire fighting water separately. It must not enter drains.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

· 6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Wear protective clothing (see item 8).
Keep unprotected persons away.
When selecting the protective suit attention has to be paid to the complete and safe protection of
skin and mucous membranes. Impermeable protective clothes, protective boots made of neoprene,
complete face protection and nitrile-rubber-gloves with long tops should be worn.
· 6.2 Environmental precautions:
As the product is hazardous for the aquatic environment, it must be prevented from reaching
surface water.
Prevent from spreading (e. g. by enclosing with a ring of chemical absorbent).
Inform authorities in case of contamination of water or sewage system.
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· 6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up:

Suitable binder: multi-purpose absorbent.
Soak up with inert absorbent (sand, diatomite, acid binders, universal binders, sawdust).
Dispose of contaminated material as waste according to item 13.
· 6.4 Reference to other sections None

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

· 7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Ensure good exhaust ventilation at the workplace.
It is preferable to handle the product in a closed system.
Load carefully, avoid splashes.
Risks to the safety and health of workers may not only be created by work involving chemicals but,
inter alia by work equipment and the fitting-out of work-places. Those risks shall be identified and
evaluated.
· Information about protection against explosion and fire: No special measures required.
· 7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
· Storage
· Requirements to be met by storerooms and containers:
Use polyolefin containers.
Information about suitable materials for vessels and piping can be requested from our sales
department Tel.: +44(0)1606 818800.
· Information about storage in a common storage facility: Store away from foodstuffs.
· Further information about storage conditions:
If the product crystallizes at low temperatures, it can be restored by slowly warming the product.
The effectiveness is not affected hereby.
Prevent release to the environment by adequate secondary containment design and use of
appropriate spill control procedures.
· Sensitivity against frost: Protect from frost.
· 7.3 Specific end use(s) No further relevant information available.

* SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

· 8.1 Control parameters
· Components with critical values that require monitoring at the workplace:
57-55-6 1,2-propylene glycol (50 - 100%)
WEL (Great Britain) Long-term value: 474* 10** mg/m³, 150* ppm
*total vapour and particulates **particulates
· Additional information: Information valid at the time of review of safety data sheet.
· 8.2 Exposure controls
· Technical protective equipment:
In case of contamination devices to rinse eyes or skin immediately under running water must be
available.
· Personal protective equipment
· General protective and hygienic measures:
Use skin cream for skin protection.
Avoid contact with the eyes and the skin.
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Wash hands during work breaks and at the end of the shift.
Provide skin protection plan.
· Respiratory protection:
Use respiratory equipment if the OEL is exceeded.
Filter A/P2.
· Protection of hands:

Chemical protective gloves according to DIN EN 374 with CE-labelling.

Check the condition of protective gloves after each use for any damages like holes, cuts or tears.
Do not wear protective gloves longer than necessary.
After use of gloves apply skin-cleaning agents and skin cosmetics.
· Material of gloves Nitrile rubber, NBR
· Penetration time of glove material:
Thickness: 0.4 mm; break-through time: 480 min; material: Nitrile; permeation: level 6
· Gloves made of the following materials are not suitable:
Gloves for mechanical protection do not provide protection against chemicals.
· Eye protection:

Safety goggles with CE label.

· Body protection:

Protective clothing.

Apron

Full head, face and neck protection

· Risk management measures
The operators shall be instructed adequately.
The workplace shall be inspected regularly by competent personnel e.g. the safety representative.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

· 9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
· General Information
· Appearance:
Form: Liquid
Colour: Clear
Colourless
· Odour: Characteristic
· Odour threshold: Not relevant for safety
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· pH-value at 20 °C: 2.0-4.0

The pH may drift downwards during storage. This has no effect
on the quality of the product.
· Change in condition
Melting point/Melting range: Not determined
Boiling point/Boiling range: ca. 130 °C (1013 mbar)
· Flash point: > 122 °C
· Auto ignition temperature: 371 °C (propylenglycol)
· Self-inflammability: Product is not self-igniting.
· Danger of explosion: Product is not explosive. However, formation of explosive air/gas
mixtures is possible.
· Critical values for explosion:
Lower: 2.4 Vol % (propylenglycol)
Upper: 12.6 Vol % (propylenglycol)
· Vapour pressure at 20 °C: 23 mbar (H₂O)
· Density at 20 °C: 1.180-1,240 g/cm3
· Relative density (D²⁰₄) at 20 °C: 1.204 (OECD 109)
· Solubility in / Miscibility with
Water: Fully miscible
· 9.2 Other information No further relevant information available.

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

· 10.1 Reactivity Corrosive action on metals possible.
· 10.2 Chemical stability
· Conditions to be avoided:
Before handling, the product should not be diluted or mixed with other chemicals, in order to avoid
any negative influences on the ingredient(s).
· Minimum shelf life: 24 months from production date, if stored at a temperature of about 20 °C.
· 10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions No dangerous reactions known.
· 10.4 Conditions to avoid No further relevant information available.
· 10.5 Incompatible materials: Alkalis (lyes)
· 10.6 Hazardous decomposition products:
None, if storage and handling is done according to specification.

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

· 11.1 Information on toxicological effects
· Acute toxicity
Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled.
· LD/LC50 values that are relevant for classification:
Oral ATE 1017 mg/kg (calculated)
Dermal ATE > 2000 mg/kg (calculated)
Inhalation ATE Nebel/Stäube 1.96 mg/l, 4h (ca)
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· Skin corrosion/irritation:
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
· Serious eye damage/irritation:
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
· Sensitisation: Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.
· Specific target organ toxicity (STOT):
Based on the available data the classification criteria for hazard classes STOT SE and STOT RE
are not fulfilled.
· Germ cell mutagenicity: Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.
· Carcinogenicity: Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.
· Reproductive toxicity: Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.
· STOT-single exposure: Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.
· STOT-repeated exposure: Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.
· Aspiration hazard: Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.

SECTION 12: Ecological information

· 12.1 Toxicity
· Aquatic toxicity:
52-51-7 Bronopol
EC₅₀ / 72 h 0.068 mg/l (Filamentous Algae) (OECD 201)
BPR dossier
EC₅₀ / 48 h (static) 1.04 mg/l (Daphnia) (OECD 202)
BPR Dossier
LC₅₀ / 96 h (dynamic) 3.0 mg/l (rainbow trout) (OECD 203)
BPR Dossier
NOEC / 21 d 0.06 mg/l (Daphnia) (OECD 211)
BPR Dossier
NOEC / 28 d 2.61 mg/l (rainbow trout) (OECD 210)
BPR dossier
NOEC / 72 h 0.0025 mg/l (Filamentous Algae) (OECD 201)
BPR Dossier
· Evaluation:
Very toxic to aquatic life.
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
· Toxicity on activated sludge organisms:
52-51-7 Bronopol
EC20 / 3 h 2 mg/l (Activated Sludge) (OECD 209)
EC50 / 3 h 43 mg/l (Activated Sludge) (OECD 209)
· Evaluation: Depending on concentration, toxic effects on activated sludge organisms are possible.
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· 12.2 Persistence and degradability

· Biodegradability:
52-51-7 Bronopol
OECD 301 B CO2-Evolution > 70 % (Activated Sludge) (OECD 301 B (mod.-
Sturm-Test))
REACh dossier
OECD 314 Simulation Tests Biodegradation 63.5 % (-) (OECD 314)
REACH Dossier
· Evaluation: The substance is biodegradable in activated sludge units.
· 12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
· BCF / LogKow:
52-51-7 Bronopol
Bioconcentration factor BCF 3.16 (calculated)
EPIWIN
OECD 107 Log Kow (shake flask method) 0.22 (n-Octanol/water) (OECD 107)
S 3658
· Evaluation: Not worth-mentioning accumulating in organisms
· 12.4 Mobility in soil No further relevant information available.
· 12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
· PBT: This mixture does not contain substances that meet the PBT-criteria of REACH, annex XIII.
· vPvB: This mixture does not contain substances that meet the vPvB-criteria of REACH, annex XIII.
· 12.6 Other adverse effects Any other adverse effects on the environment are not expected.
· 12.7 Additional information
· Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD-value): 860 mg O₂/g product
· Biological oxygen demand (BSB₅-value): Technically not feasible.
· Metals and their compounds according Directive 2006/11/EC: None
· European Water Framework Directive 2000/60/EC (WFD) dated 23.10.2000:
The product does not contain any priority substances according WFD that require a water
monitoring.
· Absorbable organic halogen compounds (AOX - DIN EN ISO 9562):
AOX (DIN 38409 H 14): 1.8 %

* SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

· 13.1 Waste treatment methods
· Recommendation
Must be specially treated under adherence to official regulations.
Appropriate disposal operations according to Directive 2008/98/EC on waste: D 10 Incineration on
land
· European waste catalogue
16 00 00 WASTES NOT OTHERWISE SPECIFIED IN THE LIST
16 03 00 off-specification batches and unused products
16 03 05* organic wastes containing hazardous substances
HP 4 Irritant - skin irritation and eye damage
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HP 5 Specific Target Organ Toxicity (STOT)/Aspiration Toxicity
HP 6 Acute Toxicity
HP 14 Ecotoxic
· Contaminated packaging:
· Recommendation: Remove all product from packaging and clean thoroughly before recycling.
· Recommended cleaning agent: Water, if necessary with cleaning agent.

* SECTION 14: Transport information

· 14.1 UN-Number
· ADR, IMDG, IATA UN3265
· 14.2 UN proper shipping name
· ADR CORROSIVE LIQUID, ACIDIC, ORGANIC, N.O.S.
(Bronopol), ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS
· IMDG CORROSIVE LIQUID, ACIDIC, ORGANIC, N.O.S.
(Bronopol), MARINE POLLUTANT
· IATA CORROSIVE LIQUID, ACIDIC, ORGANIC, N.O.S.
(Bronopol)
· 14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
· ADR

· Class 8 (C3) Corrosive substances.

· Label 8
· IMDG

· Class 8 Corrosive substances.

· Label 8
· IATA

· Class 8 Corrosive substances.

· Label 8
· 14.4 Packing group
· ADR, IMDG, IATA III
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· 14.5 Environmental hazards:

· Marine pollutant: Yes
Symbol (fish and tree)
· Special marking (ADR): Symbol (fish and tree)
· 14.6 Special precautions for user Warning: Corrosive substances.
· Kemler Number: 80
· EMS Number: F-A,S-B
· Segregation groups Acids
· Stowage Category A
· Stowage Code SW2 Clear of living quarters.
· 14.7 Transport in bulk according to Annex II
of Marpol and the IBC Code Not applicable.
· Transport/Additional information:
· ADR
· Limited quantities (LQ) 5L
· Excepted quantities (EQ) Code: E1
Maximum net quantity per inner packaging: 30 ml
Maximum net quantity per outer packaging: 1000
ml
· Transport category 3
· Tunnel restriction code E
· IMDG
· Limited quantities (LQ) 5L
· Excepted quantities (EQ) Code: E1
Maximum net quantity per inner packaging: 30 ml
Maximum net quantity per outer packaging: 1000
ml
· IATA
· Remarks: Packing Instructions / max. net weight: Passenger
aircraft: 852 / 5 L; Cargo aircraft: 856 / 60 L
· UN "Model Regulation": UN 3265 CORROSIVE LIQUID, ACIDIC,
ORGANIC, N.O.S. (BRONOPOL), 8, III,
ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS

* SECTION 15: Regulatory information

· 15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or
mixture
· Directive 2012/18/EU
· Named dangerous substances - ANNEX I Not all of the ingredients are listed.
· Qualifying quantity (tonnes) for the application of lower-tier requirements 100 t
· Qualifying quantity (tonnes) for the application of upper-tier requirements 200 t
· REGULATION (EC) No 1907/2006 ANNEX XVII Conditions of restriction: 3
· National regulations:
· Information about limitation of use:
Take note of Directive 94/33/EC on the protection of young people at work.
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Take note of Directive 92/85/EC on the safety and health of pregnant women at work.
· Regulations which may apply in event of accident: Control of Major Accident Hazards
(COMAH)
Critical quantity values according to the regulations on accidents (Seveso Directive) should be
adhered to.
· PCS-no. (IRL): 93925
· Indication of VOC:
· VOC according to Directive 2010/75/EC: VOC-value: 60 % (calculated)
· VOC according to Decopaint Directive (2004/42/EC): VOC-content: 726 g/l (calculated)
· SVOC according to EU-Ecolabel for interior and exterior paints (2014/312/EU):
This product does not contain any Semi Volatile Organic Compounds in the definition of the
2014/312/EU.
· 15.2 Chemical safety assessment: A Chemical Safety Assessment has not been carried out.

SECTION 16: Other information

This data is based on our current knowledge. However, it does not constitute a guarantee for any
specific product features and does not establish a legally valid contractual relationship.
· Relevant phrases
H302 Harmful if swallowed.
H312 Harmful in contact with skin.
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H318 Causes serious eye damage.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
H400 Very toxic to aquatic life.
H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
· Training hints
Further information regarding the directions for use can be found in the Product Data Sheet.
· Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
The classification includes the relevant available information about the mixture or the substances
contained therein.
The evaluation of the available information within the scope of classification refers to the forms and
aggregate states in which the mixture has been placed on the market and will be used most likely.
· Abbreviations and acronyms:
PBT: persistent, bioaccumulative, toxic
vPvB: very persistent, very bioaccumulative
ADR: Accord européen sur le transport des marchandises dangereuses par Route (European Agreement concerning the
International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road)
IMDG: International Maritime Code for Dangerous Goods
IATA: International Air Transport Association
GHS: Globally Harmonised System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals
EINECS: European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances
ELINCS: European List of Notified Chemical Substances
CAS: Chemical Abstracts Service (division of the American Chemical Society)
LC50: Lethal concentration, 50 percent
LD50: Lethal dose, 50 percent
PBT: Persistent, Bioaccumulative and Toxic
Met. Corr.1: Corrosive to metals – Category 1
Acute Tox. 4: Acute toxicity – Category 4
Skin Corr. 1C: Skin corrosion/irritation – Category 1C
Skin Irrit. 2: Skin corrosion/irritation – Category 2
Eye Dam. 1: Serious eye damage/eye irritation – Category 1
STOT SE 3: Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) – Category 3
Aquatic Acute 1: Hazardous to the aquatic environment - acute aquatic hazard – Category 1
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Aquatic Chronic 1: Hazardous to the aquatic environment - long-term aquatic hazard – Category 1
· Key literature references and sources for data: Data source(s): Biocidal product dossier(s)
· * Data altered since the previous version.
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