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Safety Data Sheet EN

Glycol Phthalate Wax

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Glycol Phthalate Wax
Product Code
OCON-324

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A

Identified Uses

Wax for mounting samples.

Uses advised against

This product is to be used only for the purpose stated above.

Manufacturers & Suppliers

L

Logitech Ltd

manufacturer

Erskine Ferry Road, Old Kilpatrick, Glasgow, G60 5EU, Scotland, UK

+44 (0) 1389 875444

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

+44 (0) 1389 875444

09:00 – 17:00 Monday to Friday

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified no signal word

GHS Pictograms

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type mixture
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Phthalic anhydride with <0.05% Maleic anhydride EC: 201-607-5 85-44-9 68% No
Ethylene Glycol EC: 203-473-3 107-21-1 32% No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

If powder / dust is inhaled, remove material by mechanical means (blowing nose, coughing etc). Do not use solvents. If person experiences continued irritation, seek medical advice. Inhalation of fumes from hot material: Move to fresh air. If person experiences continued irritation, seek medical advice.

Skin contact

Wash area with soap and water, then rinse thoroughly with water. If person experiences persistent irritation, seek medical advice.

Eye contact

Wash out with plenty of water. After initial flushing, remove any contact lenses and continue flushing. Seek medical advice in the event of continued irritation or other complaints.

Ingestion

Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical advice.

Immediate Medical Attention

Seek medical advice in the event of continued irritation or other complaints.

Medical Treatment

Treat symptoms and reduce over-exposure.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Water spray, alcohol resistant foam, dry extinguishing powder, carbon dioxide

Specific hazards

Product is based on organic materials. Combustion will produce carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide and irritating or toxic organic chemicals.

Instructions

Move containers from fire area if this can be done without risk; otherwise, cool with carefully applied water spray. Isolate materials not yet involved in the fire and protect personnel.

Firefighter Protection

Incipient fire responders should wear eye protection. Structural firefighters must wear Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus and full protective equipment.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. Do not touch or walk through spilled material. Avoid breathing vapor or mist.

Environmental

Do not allow to contaminate rivers, streams, other waterways, drains, soil or the remaining environment.

Cleanup methods

Sweep or scrape the spillage into a sealable storage container.

Materials: sealable storage container

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Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Minimise skin contact. Avoid breathing dust. Avoid breathing fumes from heated material.

Storage

Store in a cool place in original container and protect from sunlight. For storage & usage, it is important to take special notice of the shelf life of this product which is provided on the Cert. of Analysis.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Provide ventilation / extraction to prevent inhalation of excessive dust, or fume from heated material.

Hands

Wear protective gloves (all types suitable provided they are replaced before the inside becomes contaminated with the product.

Eyes

EN approved goggles or face shield

Respiratory

For dust only, use an EN149 approved respirator fitted with a particle filter (type P1, P2 or P3). For dust and fumes from hot material, use an EN149 approved respirator fitted with a combined particle and organic vapour filter (type AP). The correct selection, fitting, use, storage and maintenance of respiratory protective equipment is important. Follow manufacturer's recommendation or seek expert advice. HSE document HSG 53 provides some guidance

Skin/Body

Long sleeved clothing.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Language Code
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Physical State
solid
Physical State Data
solid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
clear colourless solid
Colour
colourless
Colour Intensity
---
Form
solid
Odor
none when cold, ‘resin’ odour when heated
Odor Threshold
information not available
Ph
information not available
Melting Point
starts at 71 °C, fluid at 120 °C
Boiling Point
>100 °C (212 °F)
Flash Point
260 °C (COC)
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
---
Vapor Pressure
---
Vapor Density
>1
Relative Density
---
Bulk Density
---
Density
1.31 g/cm³
Flammability
information not available
Upper Explosive Limit
information not available
Lower Explosive Limit
information not available
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
information not available
Decomposition Temperature
information not available
Solubility
---
Partition Coefficient
information not available
Solubility In Water
Insoluble in water.
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
---
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable at room temperature.

Reactivity

Not reactive to materials commonly used in the transportation, handling and storage.

Hazardous reactions

No hazardous reactions known

Avoid

High temperatures, ignition sources

Incompatible

Strong oxidising agents

Decomposition

Combustion will produce carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide and irritating or toxic organic chemicals.

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

Toxicity

Acute toxicity for fish no data available Acute toxicity for crustacea no data available Acute toxicity for algae no data available

Persistence and biodegradability

Data not available.

Bioaccumulative potential

Data not available.

Mobility in Soil

Data not available.

Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

No components are classified as PBT or vPvB.

Other adverse effects

Data not available.
13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

Treatment

Dispose of product as non-hazardous waste in accordance with local, national and international legislation, using an approved registered waste disposal company.

Disposal

Dispose of product as non-hazardous waste in accordance with local, national and international legislation, using an approved registered waste disposal company.

Waste Codes

15 01 xx Packaging waste EWC
14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

This Safety Data Sheet has been prepared in accordance with the requirements of regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 as amended by regulation (EU) No 453/2010.

Chemical Safety Assessment Not performed

Workplace exposure Limits taken from the UK HSE document: EH40/2005 Workplace exposure limits (2nd edition, 2011) as amended.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Glycol Phthalate Wax?

The signal word is no signal word.

What is the physical form of Glycol Phthalate Wax?

Glycol Phthalate Wax is a solid appearing as clear colourless solid with colourless color. It has none when cold, ‘resin’ odour when heated odor.

What is Glycol Phthalate Wax used for?

Wax for mounting samples.

What is the melting point of Glycol Phthalate Wax?

The melting point is starts at 71 °C, fluid at 120 °C and the boiling point is >100 °C (212 °F).