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Msds Merkur 500 en
2 Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
The substance is not classified according to the CLP regulation.
Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC or Directive 1999/45/EC Not applicable.
Label elements
Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 Void
Hazard pictograms Void
Signal word Void
Hazard-determining components of labelling: Void
Hazard statements Void
Other hazards
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
PBT: Not applicable.
vPvB: Not applicable.
3 Composition/information on ingredients
Chemical characterization: Substances
CAS No. Description
White soft paraffin (petrolatum)
Mixture of refined hydrocarbons, petrolatum
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Safety data sheet
according to 1907/2006/EC, Article 31
Printing date 06.12.2010 Revision: 06.12.2010
(Contd. of page 1)
After swallowing: Do not induce vomiting; call for medical help immediately.
5 Firefighting measures
Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing agents:
CO2, sand, extinguishing powder. Do not use water.
Foam
For safety reasons unsuitable extinguishing agents: Water
Advice for firefighters
Protective equipment: No special measures required.
Additional information Cool endangered receptacles with water spray.
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Safety data sheet
according to 1907/2006/EC, Article 31
Printing date 06.12.2010 Revision: 06.12.2010
(Contd. of page 2)
Penetration time of glove material
The exact break trough time has to be found out by the manufacturer of the protective gloves and has to be observed.
Eye protection: Safety glasses
Body protection: Oil resistant protective clothing
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Safety data sheet
according to 1907/2006/EC, Article 31
Printing date 06.12.2010 Revision: 06.12.2010
(Contd. of page 3)
Hazardous decomposition products: No dangerous decomposition products known.
11 Toxicological information
Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity:
Primary irritant effect:
on the skin: No irritant effect.
on the eye: No irritating effect.
Sensitization: No sensitizing effects known.
Additional toxicological information:
When used and handled according to specifications, the product does not have any harmful effects to our experience and
the information provided to us.
The substance is not subject to classification according to the latest version of the EU lists.
12 Ecological information
Toxicity
Acquatic toxicity: No further relevant information available.
Persistence and degradability The product is not easily, but potentially degradable.
Behaviour in environmental systems:
Bioaccumulative potential No further relevant information available.
Mobility in soil No further relevant information available.
Additional ecological information:
General notes: Generally not hazardous for water
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
PBT: Not applicable.
vPvB: Not applicable.
Other adverse effects No further relevant information available.
13 Disposal considerations
Waste treatment methods
Recommendation
Can be reused after reprocessing.
Smaller quantities can be disposed of with household waste.
European waste catalogue
05 01 06* oily sludges from maintenance operations of the plant or equipment
Uncleaned packaging:
Recommendation: Packaging may be reused or recycled after cleaning.
* 14 Transport information
Land transport ADR/RID (cross-border)
ADR/RID class: -
Maritime transport IMDG:
Marine pollutant: No
UN "Model Regulation": -
Special precautions for user Not applicable.
Transport/Additional information: Not dangerous according to the above specifications.
Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL73/78 and the IBC Code Not applicable.
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(Contd. on page 5)
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Safety data sheet
according to 1907/2006/EC, Article 31
Printing date 06.12.2010 Revision: 06.12.2010
(Contd. of page 4)
* 15 Regulatory information
Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 Void
Hazard pictograms Void
Signal word Void
Hazard-determining components of labelling: Void
Hazard statements Void
National regulations:
Other regulations, limitations and prohibitive regulations INCI-Name: Petrolatum
Chemical safety assessment: A Chemical Safety Assessment has not been carried out.
16 Other information
This information is based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for any specific product
features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship.
Department issuing MSDS: Product safety department, Sasol Wax GmbH, Hamburg, Germany
* Data compared to the previous version altered.
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