Water Potential Standards

Safety Data Sheet

according to the REACH Regulation (EC) 1907/2006 amended by Regulation (EU) 2020/878

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

1.1. Product identifier

Product form : Mixture
Product name : Water Potential Standards
Product code : SS-120 (100 mmol/kg NaCl, -250 kPa [-2.50 bars] @ 25 °C, 0.053 molality),
SS-121 (290 mmol/kg NaCl, -725 kPa [-7.25 bars] @ 25 °C, 0.157 molality),
SS-122 (1000 mmol/kg NaCl, -2500 kPa [-25.0 bars] @ 25 °C, 0.550 molality)

1.2. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Relevant identified uses
Industrial/Professional use spec : For professional use only
Use of the substance/mixture : Water standards for PSYPRO
Use of the substance/mixture : Professional use

1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

ELITechGroup Inc.
370 West 1700 South
US 84321 Logan, UT, Cache
USA
T +1 (435) 752-6011, F +1 (435) 752-4127
qara_ebs@elitechgroup.com, www.elitechgroup.com

1.4. Emergency telephone number

Emergency number : Contact your distributor or poison control center in your country.
InfoTrac Emergency Response: Calls within the USA, phone: 1-800-535-5053. Calls outside
the USA, phone: +1 352-323-3500 (call collect)
Customer ID: #90104 (NOTE: this number is required when a customer calls into either
phone number above).

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]
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]
No labelling applicable

2.3. Other hazards

Other hazards which do not result in classification : None under normal conditions.

Contains no PBT and/or vPvB substances ≥ 0.1% assessed in accordance with REACH Annex XIII

The mixture does not contain substance(s) included in the list established in accordance with Article 59(1) of REACH for having endocrine disrupting
properties, or substance(s) are not identified as having endocrine disrupting properties in accordance with the criteria set out in Commission
Delegated Regulation (EU) 2017/2100 or Commission Regulation (EU) 2018/605 at a concentration equal to or greater than 0.1 %

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SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.2. Mixtures
This mixture does not contain any substances to be mentioned according to the criteria of section 3.2 of REACH Annex II

SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1. Description of first aid measures

First-aid measures general : Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If you feel unwell, seek medical
advice (show the label where possible).
First-aid measures after inhalation : Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Allow affected person to
breathe fresh air. Allow the victim to rest.
First-aid measures after skin contact : Wash with water and soap. If irritation persists, consult a doctor/medical service.
First-aid measures after eye contact : Rinse immediately with plenty of water for 15 minutes. If irritation persists, consult a
doctor/medical service.
First-aid measures after ingestion : Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Call a poison center or a doctor if you feel unwell.
First-aid measures for first aider : First aid workers will be equipped with suitable personal protective equipment.

4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms/effects : Not expected to present a significant hazard under anticipated conditions of normal use.
Symptoms/effects after inhalation : None under normal use.
Symptoms/effects after skin contact : None under normal conditions.
Symptoms/effects after eye contact : None under normal conditions.
Symptoms/effects after ingestion : None under normal conditions.

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 : Foam. Dry powder. Carbon dioxide. Water spray. Sand.
Unsuitable extinguishing media : Do not use a heavy water stream.

5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Fire hazard : No fire hazard.
Explosion hazard : No direct explosion hazard.
Hazardous decomposition products in case of fire : Toxic fumes may be released.

5.3. Advice for firefighters

Firefighting instructions : Use water spray or fog for cooling exposed containers. Exercise caution when fighting any
chemical fire. Prevent fire fighting water from entering the environment. Do not enter fire
area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
Protection during firefighting : Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
Do not attempt to take action without suitable protective equipment. Self-contained
breathing apparatus. Complete protective clothing.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

General measures : Stop leak if safe to do so. Notify authorities if product enters sewers or public waters.
Absorb spillage to prevent material damage.

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For non-emergency personnel

Protective equipment : Wear recommended personal protective equipment.
Emergency procedures : Ventilate spillage area. Evacuate unnecessary personnel.

For emergency responders

Protective equipment : Do not attempt to take action without suitable protective equipment. Equip cleanup crew
with proper protection. For further information refer to section 8: "Exposure
controls/personal protection".
Emergency procedures : Ventilate area. Evacuate unnecessary personnel. Stop leak if safe to do so.

6.2. Environmental precautions

Avoid release to the environment. Prevent entry to sewers and public waters. Notify authorities if liquid enters sewers or public waters.

6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

For containment : Absorb spilled material with sand or earth. Collect spillage. Stop leak without risks if
possible.
Methods for cleaning up : Take up liquid spill into absorbent material. Clean contaminated surfaces with a soap
solution.
Other information : Dispose of materials or solid residues at an authorized site.

6.4. Reference to other sections

See Section 8. Exposure controls and personal protection. For further information refer to section 13.

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1. Precautions for safe handling

Additional hazards when processed : Not expected to present a significant hazard under anticipated conditions of normal use.
Precautions for safe handling : Ensure good ventilation of the work station. Wear personal protective equipment. Wash
hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking
and when leaving work.
Hygiene measures : Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Always wash hands after handling the
product.

7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Technical measures : Keep in a cool, well-ventilated place away from heat.
Storage conditions : Protect from sunlight. Keep container closed when not in use.
Incompatible products : Strong bases. Strong acids.
Incompatible materials : Direct sunlight.
Maximum storage period : 3 year (unopened)
Storage area : Store at room temperature. Protect against frost. Store away from heat. Keep out of direct
sunlight.
Packaging materials : Store always product in container of same material as original container.

Switzerland
Storage class (LK) : LK 10/12 - Liquids

7.3. Specific end use(s)

No additional information available

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1. Control parameters

No additional information available

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8.2. Exposure controls

Appropriate engineering controls
Appropriate engineering controls:
Ensure good ventilation of the work station.

Personal protection equipment

Personal protective equipment:
Avoid all unnecessary exposure.
Personal protective equipment symbol(s):

Eye and face protection

Eye protection:
Chemical goggles or safety glasses

Skin protection
Skin and body protection:
Wear suitable protective clothing

Hand protection:
Wear protective gloves

Respiratory protection
Respiratory protection:
No respiratory protection needed under normal use conditions

Environmental exposure controls

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 : Liquid
Colour : Colourless.
Odour : Odourless.
Odour threshold : Not available
Melting point : Not applicable
Freezing point : 0 °C
Boiling point : 100 °C
Flammability : Non flammable.
Lower explosion limit : Not available
Upper explosion limit : Not available
Flash point : Not available
Auto-ignition temperature : Not available
Decomposition temperature : Not available
pH : Not available
Viscosity, kinematic : Not available
Solubility : Soluble in water.
Partition coefficient n-octanol/water (Log Kow) : Not available
Vapour pressure : Not available
Vapour pressure at 50°C : Not available
Density : Not available
Relative density : Not available
Relative vapour density at 20°C : Not available
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Particle characteristics : Not applicable

9.2. Other information

No additional information available

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1. Reactivity
The product is non-reactive under normal conditions of use, storage and transport.

10.2. Chemical stability

Not established.

10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions

Not established.

10.4. Conditions to avoid

Direct sunlight. Extremely high or low temperatures.

10.5. Incompatible materials

Strong acids. Strong bases.

10.6. Hazardous decomposition products

fume. Carbon monoxide. Carbon dioxide.

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1. Information on hazard classes as defined in Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008

Acute toxicity (oral) : Not classified
Acute toxicity (dermal) : Not classified
Acute toxicity (inhalation) : Not classified
Skin corrosion/irritation : Not classified
Additional information : Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met
Serious eye damage/irritation : Not classified
Additional information : Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met
Respiratory or skin sensitisation : Not classified
Additional information : Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met
Germ cell mutagenicity : Not classified
Additional information : Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met
Carcinogenicity : Not classified
Additional information : Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met
Reproductive toxicity : Not classified
Additional information : Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met
STOT-single exposure : Not classified
Additional information : Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met
STOT-repeated exposure : Not classified
Additional information : Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met
Aspiration hazard : Not classified
Additional information : Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met

11.2. Information on other hazards

Other information
Potential adverse human health effects and : Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met
symptoms

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SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1. Toxicity
Ecology - general : The product is not considered harmful to aquatic organisms nor to cause long-term adverse
effects in the environment.
Hazardous to the aquatic environment, short–term : Not classified
(acute)
Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long–term : Not classified
(chronic)

12.2. Persistence and degradability

Water Potential Standards

Persistence and degradability Not established.

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential

Water Potential Standards

Bioaccumulative potential Not established.

12.4. Mobility in soil

No additional information available

12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

No additional information available

12.6. Endocrine disrupting properties

No additional information available

12.7. Other adverse effects

Additional information : Avoid release to the environment.

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1. Waste treatment methods

Regional waste regulation : Disposal must be done according to official regulations.
Waste treatment methods : Dispose of contents/container in accordance with licensed collector’s sorting instructions.
Sewage disposal recommendations : Disposal must be done according to official regulations.
Product/Packaging disposal recommendations : Dispose in a safe manner in accordance with local/national regulations. Disposal must be
done according to official regulations.
Additional information : Do not re-use empty containers.
Ecological waste information : Avoid release to the environment.

SECTION 14: Transport information

In accordance with ADR / IMDG / IATA / ADN / RID

14.1. UN number or ID number

Not regulated for transport

14.2. UN proper shipping name

Proper Shipping Name (ADR) : Not regulated
Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) : Not regulated
Proper Shipping Name (IATA) : Not regulated
Proper Shipping Name (ADN) : Not regulated
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Proper Shipping Name (RID) : Not regulated

14.3. Transport hazard class(es)

ADR
Transport hazard class(es) (ADR) : Not regulated

IMDG
Transport hazard class(es) (IMDG) : Not regulated

IATA
Transport hazard class(es) (IATA) : Not regulated

ADN
Transport hazard class(es) (ADN) : Not regulated

RID
Transport hazard class(es) (RID) : Not regulated

14.4. Packing group

Packing group (ADR) : Not regulated
Packing group (IMDG) : Not regulated
Packing group (IATA) : Not regulated
Packing group (ADN) : Not regulated
Packing group (RID) : Not regulated

14.5. Environmental hazards

Other information : No supplementary information available

14.6. Special precautions for user

Overland transport
Not regulated

Transport by sea
Not regulated

Air transport
Not regulated

Inland waterway transport

Not regulated

Rail transport
Not regulated

14.7. Maritime transport in bulk according to IMO instruments

Not applicable

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

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

REACH Annex XVII (Restriction List)

Contains no substance(s) listed on REACH Annex XVII (Restriction Conditions)

REACH Annex XIV (Authorisation List)

Contains no substance(s) listed on REACH Annex XIV (Authorisation List)

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REACH Candidate List (SVHC)

Contains no substance(s) listed on the REACH Candidate List

PIC Regulation (Prior Informed Consent)

Contains no substance(s) listed on the PIC list (Regulation EU 649/2012 concerning the export and import of hazardous chemicals)

POP Regulation (Persistent Organic Pollutants)

Contains no substance(s) listed on the POP list (Regulation EU 2019/1021 on persistent organic pollutants)

Ozone Regulation (1005/2009)

Contains no substance(s) listed on the Ozone Depletion list (Regulation EU 1005/2009 on substances that deplete the ozone layer)

Council Regulation (EC) for the control of dual-use items

Contains no substance subject to the COUNCIL REGULATION (EC) for the control of dual-use items

Explosives Precursors Regulation (2019/1148)

Contains no substance(s) listed on the Explosives Precursors list (Regulation EU 2019/1148 on the marketing and use of explosives precursors)

Drug Precursors Regulation (273/2004)

Contains no substance(s) listed on the Drug Precursors list (Regulation EC 273/2004 on the manufacture and the placing on market of certain
substances used in the illicit manufacture of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances)

National regulations
Not listed on the United States TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) inventory

Germany
Employment restrictions : Observe restrictions according Act on the Protection of Working Mothers (MuSchG).
Observe restrictions according Act on the Protection of Young People in Employment
(JArbSchG).
Water hazard class (WGK) : WGK 3, Highly hazardous to water (Classification according to AwSV, Annex 1).
Hazardous Incident Ordinance (12. BImSchV) : Is not subject to the Hazardous Incident Ordinance (12. BImSchV)

Netherlands
SZW list of carcinogenic substances : None of the components are listed
SZW list of mutagenic substances : None of the components are listed
SZW list of reprotoxic substances – Breastfeeding : None of the components are listed
SZW list of reprotoxic substances – Fertility : None of the components are listed
SZW list of reprotoxic substances – Development : None of the components are listed

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Poland
Polish National Regulations : Act of 25 February 2011 on chemical substances and their mixtures (J. o L. No. 63, item
322 as amended; consolidated text J. o L. 2019, item 1225).
Act of 14 December 2012 on waste (J. o L. 2013, item 322 as amended; consolidated text J.
o L. 2020, item 797).
The announcement of Marshal of the Sejm of the Republic of Poland dated 19 October
2016 concerning the consolidated text announcement of the decree on the management of
packaging and packaging waste (J. o L. 2016, item 1863 as amended).
Decree of the Minister of Environment of 14 December 2014 on the catalogue of waste (J. o
L. 2014, item 1923).
Act of 19 August 2011 on the Carriage of Dangerous Goods (J. o L. 2011 No. 227, item
1367 as amended; consolidated text J. o L. 2020, item 154).
Regulation of the Minister of Family, Labour and Social Policy of 12 June 2018 on the
highest permissible concentration and intensity of noxious agents for health at work
environment (J. o L. item 1286 as amended).
The announcement of Minister of Health dated 9 September 2016 concerning the
consolidated text announcement of the decree of the Minister of Health of 30 December
2004 on health and safety at work related to exposure to chemical agents at work (J. o L. of
16 September 2016, item 1488)
Regulation of the Minister of Health of 2 February 2011 on tests and measurements of the
noxious agents for health at work environment (J. o L. No. 33, item 166 as amended).
Regulation of the Minister of Environment of 9 December 2003 on particularly hazardous
substances to the environment (J. o L. No. 217, item 2141).
ADR Agreement: Government Statement of 13 March 2023 on the entry into force of
amendments to Annexes A and B to the Agreement concerning the International Carriage of
Dangerous Goods by Road (ADR), signed in Geneva on 30 September 1957 (J. o. L. 2023,
item 891)

15.2. Chemical safety assessment

No chemical safety assessment has been carried out

SECTION 16: Other information

Abbreviations and acronyms:

ADN European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Inland Waterways

ADR European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road

ATE Acute Toxicity Estimate

BCF Bioconcentration factor

BLV Biological limit value

BOD Biochemical oxygen demand (BOD)

COD Chemical oxygen demand (COD)

DMEL Derived Minimal Effect level

DNEL Derived-No Effect Level

EC-No. European Community number

EC50 Median effective concentration

EN European Standard

IARC International Agency for Research on Cancer

IATA International Air Transport Association

IMDG International Maritime Dangerous Goods

LC50 Median lethal concentration

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Abbreviations and acronyms:

LD50 Median lethal dose

LOAEL Lowest Observed Adverse Effect Level

NOAEC No-Observed Adverse Effect Concentration

NOAEL No-Observed Adverse Effect Level

NOEC No-Observed Effect Concentration

OECD Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development

OEL Occupational Exposure Limit

PBT Persistent Bioaccumulative Toxic

PNEC Predicted No-Effect Concentration

RID Regulations concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Rail

SDS Safety Data Sheet

STP Sewage treatment plant

ThOD Theoretical oxygen demand (ThOD)

TLM Median Tolerance Limit

VOC Volatile Organic Compounds

CAS-No. Chemical Abstract Service number

N.O.S. Not Otherwise Specified

vPvB Very Persistent and Very Bioaccumulative

ED Endocrine disruptor

Data sources : REGULATION (EC) No 1272/2008 OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE
COUNCIL of 16 December 2008 on classification, labelling and packaging of substances
and mixtures, amending and repealing Directives 67/548/EEC and 1999/45/EC, and
amending Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006.
Other information : None.

Safety Data Sheet (SDS), EU

This information is based on our current knowledge and is intended to describe the product for the purposes of health, safety and environmental
requirements only. It should not therefore be construed as guaranteeing any specific property of the product.

Reason for change: updating SDS format and layout to current regulation standards.

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