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Material Safety Data Sheet

According to 91/155 EC
Printing date 27.11.2003 Reviewed on 27.11.2003

1 Identification of substance
Product details
Trade name: Surtec 965
Article number(s): 5474
Manufacturer / Supplier:
SurTec Deutschland GmbH Tel. : +49-6251-171-700
SurTec-Strae 2 Fax : +49-6251-171-800
D-64673 Zwingenberg e-mail: mail@surtec.com
internet: www.surtec.com
Informing department:
Technical central
Tel.: +49-6251-171-700, Fax: +49-6251-171-800
Emergency information:
Between the usual hours of business:
Monday - Thursday between 8.00 - 12.00 o`clock and
between 13.00 - 16.00 o`clock
Friday between 8.00 - 12.00 o`clock
Tel.: +49-6251-171-700

2 Composition/Data on components
Chemical characterization: Mixture of the substances listed below with (harmless) additions.
Dangerous components:
CAS: 7664-93-9 Sulphuric acid 50 - 80%
EINECS: 231-639-5 C; R 34-35
CAS: 16872-11-0 fluoroboric acid 3 - 7%
EINECS: 240-898-3 C; R 34
CAS: 10039-54-0 bis(hydroxylammonium) sulphate 3 - 7%
EINECS: 233-118-8 Xn, N; R 22-36/38-43-48/22-50
Additional information: For the wording of the listed risk phrases refer to section 16.

3 Hazards identification
Hazard designation:

C Corrosive

Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment:

The product has to be labelled due to the calculation procedure of the "General Classification
guideline for preparations of the EU" in the latest valid version.
R 35 Causes severe burns.
R 43 May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
Classification system:
The classification is in line with current EC lists. It is expanded,
however, by information from technical literature and by information
furnished by supplier companies.

4 First aid measures

General information: Instantly remove any clothing soiled by the product.
after inhalation: Supply fresh air; consult doctor in case of symptoms.
after skin contact:
Instantly wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly.
Immediate medical treatment necessary. Failure to treat burns can prevent wounds from healing.
after eye contact: Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult doctor.
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after swallowing:
Rinse out mouth and then drink plenty of water.
Do not induce vomiting.
Call a doctor immediately.

5 Fire fighting measures

Suitable extinguishing agents: Use fire fighting measures that suit the environment.
Special hazards caused by the material, its products of combustion or flue gases:
Sulphur oxides (SOx)
Hydrogen fluoride (HF)
Nitrogen oxides (NOx)
Protective equipment:
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
Wear full protective suit.
Additional information:
Collect contaminated fire fighting water separately. It must not enter drains.
Dispose of fire debris and contaminated fire fighting water in accordance with official regulations.

6 Accidental release measures

Person-related safety precautions: Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away.
Measures for environmental protection:
Do not allow to enter the ground/soil.
Do not allow to enter drainage system, surface or ground water.
If material reaches soil, water bodies or sewage system inform authorities responsible for such
cases.
Measures for cleaning/collecting:
Use neutralizing agent.
Absorb with liquid-binding material (sand, diatomite, acid binders, universal binders, sawdust).
Dispose of contaminated material as waste according to item 13.
Additional information: See Section 13 for information on disposal.

7 Handling and storage

Handling
Information for safe handling: When diluting, always stir the product into standing water.
Information about protection against explosions and fires: The product is not flammable.
Storage
Requirements to be met by storerooms and containers:
Prevent any penetration into the ground.
Provide acid-resistant floor/containers.
Information about storage in one common storage facility: Not required.
Further information about storage conditions:
The stability which is noticed on the label is only duty by right storage of the product.

8 Exposure controls and personal protection

Components with critical values that require monitoring at the workplace:
The product does not contain any relevant quantities of materials with critical values that have to be
monitored at the workplace.
Additional information: The lists that were valid during the compilation were used as basis.
Personal protective equipment
General protective and hygienic measures:
Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and food.
Instantly remove any soiled and impregnated garments.
Wash hands during breaks and at the end of the work.
Avoid contact with the eyes and skin.
Do not eat or drink while working.
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Use skin protection cream for preventive skin protection.
Breathing equipment: Not required.
Protection of hands:
Protective gloves
The glove material has to be impermeable and resistant to the product/ the substance/ the
preparation.
Due to missing tests no recommendation to the glove material can be given for the product/ the
preparation/ the chemical mixture.
Selection of the glove material on consideration of the penetration times, rates of diffusion and the
degradation
Material of gloves
The selection of the suitable gloves does not only depend on the material, but also on further marks
of quality and varies from manufacturer to manufacturer. As the product is a preparation of several
substances, the resistance of the glove material can not be calculated in advance and has therefore
to be checked prior to the application.
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: Tightly sealed safety glasses
Body protection: Acid resistant protective clothing

9 Physical and chemical properties

General Information
Form: liquid
Colour: clear
yellowish
Odour: pungent
Change in condition
Melting point/Melting range: not determined
Boiling point/Boiling range: 100C
Flash point: not applicable
Danger of explosion: Product is not explosive.
Density at 20C: 1.45 - 1.52 g/cm
Solubility in / Miscibility with
Water: not miscible or difficult to mix
pH-value at 20C: <1
Viscosity: fluid, watery
Organic solvents: 0.0 %

10 Stability and reactivity

Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided:
No decomposition if used and stored according to specifications.
Dangerous reactions: Reacts with metals forming hydrogen.
Dangerous products of composition:
Sulphur trioxide (SO3) or SO3-mist
None at correctly use.

11 Toxicological information
Acute toxicity
LD/LC50 values that are relevant for classification:
7664-93-9 Sulphuric acid
Oral LD50 2140 mg/kg (rat)
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16872-11-0 fluoroboric acid

Oral LD50 464 mg/kg (rat)
Primary irritant effect:
on the skin: Strong caustic effect on skin and mucous membranes.
on the eye: Strong corrosive effect.
Sensitization:
Sensitization possible by skin contact.
Sensitizing effect by inhalation, or by skin contact is possible by prolonged exposure.
Additional toxicological information:
The product shows the following dangers according to the calculation method of the General EC
Classification Guidelines for Preparations as issued in the latest version:
Corrosive
Swallowing will lead to a strong caustic effect on mouth and throat and to the danger of perforation
of esophagus and stomach.

12 Ecological information
Additional ecological information:
AOX-indication: The product does not contain organically bonded halogen compounds.
General notes:
Do not allow product to reach ground water, water bodies or sewage system, even in small
quantities.
Danger to drinking water if even extremely small quantities leak into soil.

13 Disposal considerations:
Product:
Recommendation:
Must not be disposed of together with household garbage. Do not allow
product to reach sewage system.
Waste disposal key number:
The mentioned waste codes are recommendations based on the product application as suggested
by the manufacturer. Special applications and special disposal conditions at the applier's place may
however require another waste code.
European waste catalogue
11 01 98 other wastes containing dangerous substances
16 03 03 inorganic wastes containing dangerous substances
Uncleaned packagings:
Recommendation: Disposal must be made according to official regulations.

14 Transport information:
Land transport ADR/RID (cross-border)
ADR/RID Class: 8 (C1) Corrosive substances.
Kemler Number: 80
UN-Number: 3264
Packaging group: II
Label: 8
Designation of goods: 3264 CORROSIVE LIQUID, ACIDIC, INORGANIC, N.O.S. (SULPHURIC
ACID, FLUOBORIC ACID)
Maritime transport IMDG
IMDG Class: 8
UN Number: 3264
Label 8
Packaging group: II
EMS Number: F-A,S-B
Marine pollutant: No
Correct technical name: CORROSIVE LIQUID, ACIDIC, INORGANIC, N.O.S. (SULPHURIC
ACID, FLUOBORIC ACID)
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Air transport ICAO-TI and IATA-DGR

ICAO/IATA Class: 8
UN/ID Number: 3264
Label 8
Packaging group: II
Correct technical name: CORROSIVE LIQUID, ACIDIC, INORGANIC, N.O.S. (SULPHURIC
ACID, FLUOBORIC ACID)

15 Regulatory information
Designation according to EC guidelines:
The product has been classified and labelled in accordance with EC Directives / Ordinance on
Hazardous Materials (GefStoffV).
Code letter and hazard designation of product:

C Corrosive

Hazard-determining component(s) of labelling:

bis(hydroxylammonium) sulphate
Sulphuric acid
Risk phrases:
35 Causes severe burns.
43 May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
Safety phrases:
20 When using do not eat or drink.
26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical
advice.
27 Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label
where possible).
60 This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste.
National regulations
Information about limitation of use:
Employment restrictions concerning young persons must be observed.
Employment restrictions concerning pregnant and lactating women must be observed.
Water hazard class: Water danger class 3 (Self-assessment): extremely hazardous for water

16 Other information:
These data are based on our present knowledge. However, they shall not constitute a guarantee for
any specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship.
Relevant R-phrases
22 Harmful if swallowed.
34 Causes burns.
35 Causes severe burns.
36/38 Irritating to eyes and skin.
43 May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
48/22 Harmful: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure if swallowed.
50 Very toxic to aquatic organisms.
Department issuing MSDS: Product Safety Department
Contact:
Mr. Dipl.-Chem. B. Hferth, Tel.: +49-6251-171-754
Mr. Dipl.-Ing. O. Penz, Tel.: +49-6251-171-725 (Deputy)
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