SAFETY DATA SHEET

(In accordance to the Directive 91/155/CEE and smi and D.M. 7/09/2002)

1.
1.1 1.1.1 1.2 1.2.1 1.3 1.3.1

IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

Substance Identification Commercial name: R.C. INOX D/GEL SUPER PLUS Utilization Synonym: Strong pickling gel for stainless steel series 300 Society Identification Society Identification: RICERCA CHIMICA S.n.c. Via E. Fermi n 15 35040 Vighizzolo dEste (PD) Tel +39 0429 99144 Fax +39 0429 99070

2.

INGREDIENTS COMPOSITION/INFORMATION
n index 007-004-00-1 009-009-00-4 009-003-00-1 Symbol O;C T;C T+; C R Ph rase R 8; R 35 R 25; R 34 R 26-27-28; R35

2.1 Dangerous substances present Substance Name Quantity n CAS Nitric acid 14-17% 7697-37-2 Ammonium bifluoride 5-7 % 1341-49-7 hydrofluoric acid 6-8 % 7664-39-3 Surfactant (biod.>90%) 1-3 % The R phrases refer to as what is specified in point 16. 2.2 Non dangerous substances present Gelatinizing agents and water

3.

DANGER IDENTIFICATIONS

The product contains strong mineral acids. The product results extremely toxic if ingested and corrosive towards skin and eyes. Causes serious burns. If poured into rivers altering the pH and has a toxic effects on fish.

4.

FIRST AID

4.1 Inhalation Remove injured person from the polluted area and keep the person warm in a well aerated place. Keep the injured person under medical observation for at least 48 hours. The person who has inhaled the vapors may not manifest the symptoms of the intoxication. If the injured person is unconscious place them on their side. 4.2 Skin contact Wash the interested area with plenty of running water. Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Apply a sodium gluconate gel on the effected area, massaging the skin locally. Cover the affected area with light gauze or with a clean cloth soaked in a 20% sodium gluconate solution, massaging the skin locally. Consult a doctor. 4.2 Eye contact Rinse immediately with plenty of running water for at least 15 minutes keeping the eyelids open (possible opacification of the cornea). Wash with a 5% solution of sodium bicarbonate for at least 30 minutes. Consult a doctor or an ophthalmologist. 4.3 Ingestion Call an ambulance. Rinse mouth with water, do not swallow, and give water with egg white not sodium bicarbonate. Do not induce vomiting. Take calcium tablets (about 6 effervescent tablets containing 400 mg of calcium per tablet).

RICERCA CHIMICA s.n.c. Sede legale ed amministrativa Via Enrico Fermi, 15 35040 Vighizzolo dEste (PD) Tel. +39 0429 99144 Fax +39 0429 99070 Web site: http://www.ricercachimica.it // e-mail: info@ricercachimica.it R.C INOX D/GEL SUPER Plus REV1 . DEL 04/10/2006 Approved by TEC

Pagina 1/6

5.

FIRE PREVENTION

1 Suggested quenching measures The product does not result inflammable. Take away all containers exposed to fire, cool down with water, foam, extinguishing powder. All personnel assigned to fire extinguishing operations must have at disposal fit safety equipment for the respiratory system The gas-vapors formed during the fire are heavier than air and can propagate at ground level. 5.2 Quenching measures to avoid None in particular. 5.3 Combustion steam measures Vapors deriving from nitric acid and hydrofluoric acid. 5.4 Protection measures in intervention case Wear safety equipment for the respiratory system (breathing apparatus) and the body. Keep away all non necessary personnel.

6.

ACCIDENTAL OUTFLOW MEASURES

6.1 Individual precautions Intervene only after wearing adequate safety equipment (masks, gloves, goggles, boots, overalls, aprons, all in antacid material. At the end of work wash skin thoroughly. 6.2 Environmental precautions Isolate the area; prevent access into sewages, streams, excavations and cellars. Avoid all possible leakages into the environment. 6.3 Control measures Do not absorb the product with sawdust or other combustible substances. Contain leaks with sand or alumina. Remove gas-vapors with nebulized water. Neutralize the leaked product with lime, caustic soda, o better with sodium bicarbonate. Wash abundantly with water and turn to a specialized waste disposal company.

7.

HANDLING AND STORAGE

7.1 Handling Provide and use depending on the situation the following safety equipment: overalls, gloves, and boots in antacid material, gas mask and protective goggles. Avoid inhaling the vapors. Operate in an environment with the following: closed circuit, extractor hood. 7.2 Storage Store the product in adequately cool, aerated and lighted environments, away from heat sources, incompatible substances (alkali) or substances that present a risk of fire. If possible store the product in containers made of antacid materials. Use proper sign systems to identify storage areas. The products must be easily identifiable by means of their labeling. The containers must be equipped with a hermetical seal and should not be filled completely (max 94%). 7.3 Special uses The product is intended for professional use only, of which are adequately informed and trained on the dangers of possible chemical reactions. No other uses are intended other than those listed in point 1.2.

8.

EXPOSURE CONTROL/INDIVIDUAL PROTECTION

8.1 Limit values for exposure The values of exposure are referred to the single substances listed in point 2 of the present safety data sheet. The data is derived directly bibliographical sources. 3 3 Substance: Nitric acid TLV/TWA(mg/m ): 5 TLV/STEL(mg/m ): 10 3 3 Substance: Ammonium bifluoride TLV/TWA(mg/m ): 2, 5 TLV/STEL(mg/m ): 3 3 Substance: Hydrofluoric acid TLV/TWA(mg/m ): 2, 5 TLV/STEL(mg/m ): 5 8.2 Exposure control
RICERCA CHIMICA s.n.c. Sede legale ed amministrativa Via Enrico Fermi, 15 35040 Vighizzolo dEste (PD) Tel. +39 0429 99144 Fax +39 0429 99070 Web site: http://www.ricercachimica.it // e-mail: info@ricercachimica.it R.C INOX D/GEL SUPER Plus REV1 . DEL 04/10/2006 Approved by TEC

Pagina 2/6

It is advisable to equip the work environment with a quick shower and eye washing systems with foot controls or a special eye washing kit. Do not eat, do not drink, and do not smoke when using the product. Keep away from food, fodder or beverages; wash hands before pauses or at the end of the work day. Inform yourself about the product before using it. Store apart from work clothes. Take of immediately contaminated work clothes. 8.2.1 Control of professional exposure As to the exposure control in a work environment it is under the control of the employer to evaluate on the basis of chemical analysis of the work environment (SOV, powders, NOx,..and whatever else is predicted) and of the values TLV, chemical risk according to D.Lgs. 25/2002. According to D.lgs. 475/1992 it is compulsory to wear the DPI. 8.2.1.1 Breathing protection Use gas-masks with specific filters (NOP3-BLU) or gas-masks with filters B/2, E/2. In case of powders be assured to have inserted relative anti-dust filter type P. 8.2.1.2 Hand protection Use adequate skin protection: gloves in PVC, nitrile, neoprene. 8.2.1.3 Eye protection During normal work operations use safety goggles or anti-sprinkle masks. 8.2.1.4 Skin protection During normal job operations it is necessary to wear adequate safety clothing: meraklon overalls, PVC aprons or rubber, safety shoes (resistant to chemical substances). 8.2.2 Environmental precautions The employer is to respect all current environmental laws in regards to safety and pollution prevention. Impact on the environment should be avoided or at least contained, asking help from qualified personnel, such as WWF or other public security authorities.

9.

CHEMICAL AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

9.1 General information Appearance: Semitransparent gel Smell: pungent 9.2 Important information on human health, security and the environment pH sol. 1%: 1 Boiling point: not established Inflammability point: not inflammable Self Inflammability (solid, gas): not established Explosive properties: not applicable Comburent properties: not established Steam pressure: not established Density at 20 C: not established Water-solubility: complete Lipo-solubility): insoluble Viscosity: not established Steam density: not established Evaporation velocity: not established 9.3 Other information (in accordance to Part A of the V of D.M. 28/04/1997 and smi) Miscibility: not established Conductivity: not established Point/interval of fusion: not established Gas group: not applicable Temperature of self-ignition: not applicable

10.

STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

10.1 Conditions to avoid Avoid strong heat sources and direct exposure to sunlight.
RICERCA CHIMICA s.n.c. Sede legale ed amministrativa Via Enrico Fermi, 15 35040 Vighizzolo dEste (PD) Tel. +39 0429 99144 Fax +39 0429 99070 Web site: http://www.ricercachimica.it // e-mail: info@ricercachimica.it R.C INOX D/GEL SUPER Plus REV1 . DEL 04/10/2006 Approved by TEC

Pagina 3/6

10.2 Substances to avoid Avoid mixing with alkalis, organic substances (wood, cotton), metals (production of toxic flammable gases) 10.3 Decomposition products Does not decompose if stored in normal conditions, but in case of a fire or by the action of strong heat and light sources there could be produced toxic/noxious or irritating gases.

11.

TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

11.1 Ways of penetration Inhalation YES Cutaneous YES Ingestion YES 11.2 Acute toxicity Inhalation of the nitric vapors causes respiratory tract irritations, bronchialcostriction, hoarseness, and the possibility of pulmonary edema. The symptoms of inhalation can manifest many hours later. The product contains hydrofluoric acid. If ingested there can be serious damage to mouth, esophagus and stomach, serious irritations of the digestive tract, erosion of the mucus of the digestive tract, vomit and diarrhea usually bloody because of hemorrhage. Possible edema to the larynx and pharynx risk of suffocation and collapse. By inhalation: serious irritation of the respiratory tract, cough, dyspnoea, hemorrhaging and edema to the larynx and pharynx, for elevated concentration pulmonary edema (usually delayed) - risk of suffocation and collapse. LD50 oral/rat: 130 mg/kg (ammonium bifluoride) LC50 inhalation/rat: 0.2 mg/l/4h (nitric acid) LC50 inha/rat: 1.04 mg/l/1h (HF gas) LC50 inha/mouse: 0.36 mg/l/1h (HF gas) 11.3 Chronic toxicity The product must be considered having an elevated chronic toxicity. Prolonged or repeated exposure to vapors and mists of nitric acid can cause chronic bronchitis and chemical pneumonia. Possible dental corrosion. Cardiovascular system: cardiac arrhythmia, tachycardia, low blood pressure. Possible modified renal functions. Possible modified hepatic functions. Possible modified blood levels, anemia, and more rarely leucopenia and thrombocytopenia. 11.4 Effects on skin The product must be considered as having al elevated corrosive power with severe irreversible burns and ulcerations of the skin tissue and mucous membranes. 11.5 Effects on eyes Exposure to vapors the direct contact can cause irritating and opacificating effects on the cornea.

12.

ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Avoid penetration into rivers, sewers, or the earth, both of the pure product and of the rinsing water. Can have a harmful effect on fish and animals who feed on them. Negative effect also on plankton and water organisms, due to the variations of pH. 12.1 Ecotoxicity Aquatic toxicity acute chronic fish ND ND seaweed ND ND daphnia ND ND other aquatic plants ND ND Toxicity for micro and macro organisms of the earth: ND Inhibiting effects on the activity of organisms: ND 12.2 Mobility Potential pollution of aquifers: ND Adsorption/ Desorption: ND Superficial tension: ND 12.3 Persistence and biodegradability Time of degradability: Biodegradability:

ND ND

RICERCA CHIMICA s.n.c. Sede legale ed amministrativa Via Enrico Fermi, 15 35040 Vighizzolo dEste (PD) Tel. +39 0429 99144 Fax +39 0429 99070 Web site: http://www.ricercachimica.it // e-mail: info@ricercachimica.it R.C INOX D/GEL SUPER Plus REV1 . DEL 04/10/2006 Approved by TEC

Pagina 4/6

12.4 Potential of cumulation Kpow: BCF:

ND ND

13.

CONSIDERATION OF THE WASTE

The excesses, waste, and empty containers are considered industrial waste, therefore their disposal is regulated by current regulations, please refer to laws in force in own country. The product must be disposed of by authorized disposal waste companies, as the rinsing waters. The product can be treated with purification plant duly communicated to the competent authority. The water that derives can be dumped only respecting the limits imposed by the Chart 3, Attachment 5, of the D.Lgs n 152/1999 probable regulati on of public sewages. Disposal on the ground where not specifically authorized is prohibited. The mud must also be disposed of as special waste by authorized companies. Consult your resaler for information on disposal.

14.

TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Be sure that containers are tightly closed during transport, handling and storage. Do not place near containers containing incompatible substances or that can form chemical reactions or fires. All current transport laws must be followed for road transport, railroad, fluvial, by sea or air. The dispositions to follow are those foreseen by ADR, RID, ADNR, IMDG-Code, ICAO-IATA. All personnel involved with the transportation and handling must be informed and trained in advance as to current regulations. ADR UN:2922 Technical denomination: Toxic corrosive liquid N.A.S. Class: 8 Risk code: CT1 Packaging group: II UN: 2922 Technical denomination: Toxic corrosive liquid N.A.S. Class: 8 Risk code: CT1 Packaging group: II UN: Technical denomination: Toxic corrosive liquid N.A.S. Class: Risk code: Packaging group: UN:2922 Technical denomination: Toxic corrosive liquid N.A.S. Class IMO:8 Risk code: Packaging group: II Marine pollutant: E-ms:8-15 MFAG Table:760

RID

ICAO-IATA

IMDG-Code 8149

15.

INFORMAZIONI SULLA NORMATIVA

15.1 Symbol: T+ ; C; VERY TOXIC; CORROSIVE 15.2 Risk phrases R: R 26/27/28 Very toxic by inhalation, in contact with the skin and if swallowed.
RICERCA CHIMICA s.n.c. Sede legale ed amministrativa Via Enrico Fermi, 15 35040 Vighizzolo dEste (PD) Tel. +39 0429 99144 Fax +39 0429 99070 Web site: http://www.ricercachimica.it // e-mail: info@ricercachimica.it R.C INOX D/GEL SUPER Plus REV1 . DEL 04/10/2006 Approved by TEC

Pagina 5/6

R 35 Causes severe burns. R 41 Risk of serious damage to eyes. 15.3 Safety precaution phrases S: S 4 Keep away from living quarters. S 7/9 Keep container tightly closet and in a well aerated place. S 23 Do not breathe gas/fumes/vapor/spray. S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S 36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves, and eye/face protection. 15.4 Caution for selling to the public: If the product is sold in retail the labeling must present obligatory the following safety precaution phrases: S 1/2 Keep locked up and out of the reach of children. S 45 In case of an accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible). 15.5 Possible restrictions for the commercialization and use: Please refer to own countries regulations on the matter. 15.6 Possible national restrictions: Please refer to own countries regulations on the matter.

16.

OTHER INFORMATION

Risk phrases referred to the chart in part n 2. R 8 Contact with combustible material may cause fire. R 25 Toxic if swallowed. R 34 Causes burns. R 35 Causes severe burns. R26-27-28 Very toxic by inhalation, in contact with the skin and if swallowed. Warning for professional training: please refer to regulations in act in own country. Technical assistance: Tel. +39 0429 99144 (Ricerca Chimica s.n.c.)

_______________________________________________________ Even though the above information is the fruit of our best experience it has nevertheless a generic value. Every specific situation should be subject to tests on behalf of the user, who assumes whole responsibility of the final outcome. This information does not exempt, in any way, the user from respecting the legislative laws, administrative and the regulations relevant to the product, hygiene and job security. _________________________________________________________

RICERCA CHIMICA s.n.c. Sede legale ed amministrativa Via Enrico Fermi, 15 35040 Vighizzolo dEste (PD) Tel. +39 0429 99144 Fax +39 0429 99070 Web site: http://www.ricercachimica.it // e-mail: info@ricercachimica.it R.C INOX D/GEL SUPER Plus REV1 . DEL 04/10/2006 Approved by TEC

Pagina 6/6