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BIODEGRADEABLE
By OECD Classification

HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
This product is not classified as hazardous under Directive 67/548/EEC or its amendments.

PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical Form  : Liquid
       Colour  : Pale Amber
       Viscosity @ 40?C  : 13 cS
       Flash Point (Closed, deg C) : >200
       Relative Density[@ 15?C) : 0.92
       Water Solubility  :  Insoluble

PLEASE NOTE THAT THESE PROPERTIES DO NOT CONSTITUTE A SPECIFICATION

FIRST AID MEASURES 
Eyes :  Flush eye with water or standard eye wash solution.
   Seek medical advice should irritation persist.
Skin : Remove contaminated clothing. 
Wash exposed skin thoroughly with soap and water.

FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES 
Fire Fighting Measures :  Combustible but 
presents no particular hazard.
Extinguishing Media  : Use carbon dioxide, foam or dry chemical
DO NOT use water
Protective Measures  : Standard

EXPOSURE CONTROL/PERSONAL PROTECTION
In accordance with good industrial practice handle using gauntlets and standard eye protection.

TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Oral :  Expected to possess a relatively low degree of oral toxicity
Dermal Expected to be practically non-toxic by dermal route
Inhalation  N/A
1lb Toxic Effects    
Eyes Not expected to be an irritant
Skin Not expected to be an irritant

ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES 
Absorb onto an inert material and sweep up

STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Thermal Stability  :  Stable under normal conditions of use
Hazardous Reactions : Reacts with oxidising chemicals

HANDLING AND STORAGE
Store in sealed containers under normal, cool, dry conditions

DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS 
Disposal must be at an authorised disposal facility