MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Nipaguard SCE Page 1 Substance key: 000000509936 Version : 2 - 0 / USA Revision Date: 06/11/2014 Date of printing :10/28/2014 Section 01 - Product and company identification Identification of the company: Clariant Corporation 4000 Monroe Road Charlotte, NC, 28205 Telephone No.: +1 704 331 7000 Information of the substance/preparation: Product Safety 1-704-331-7710 Emergency tel. number: +1 800-424-9300 CHEMTREC Trade name: Material number: Nipaguard SCE 271108 Primary product use: Raw material for cosmetics Chemical family: Blend of Benzoic Acid and Sorbitancaprylate Section 02 - Hazards identification Emergency overview: Expected Route of entry: Inhalation: Skin contact: Eye contact: Ingestion: Skin absorption: Clear, yellow liquid. Causes severe eye irritation. Skin irritant. May cause respiratory tract irritation upon inhalation of mist. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. Harmful if swallowed. yes Health effects of exposure: Benzoic Acid ( 65-85-0 ) Harmful if swallowed or inhaled. Causes irritation to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract. May cause sensitization with repeated inhalation or skin contact. Eye contact: Reported to be a severe eye irritant, eye contact can result in discomfort and pain with excess tear production and blinking. There may be moderate to marked conjunctivitis as seen by excessive redness and swelling of the conjunctiva. If not promptly treated, permanent damage with loss or impairment of sight may result. Skin contact: Reported to be a mild to moderate skin irritant, skin contact can result in localized itching and discomfort at site of contact. Prolonged contact, may result in marked discomfort, severe redness and swelling. May cause skin rashes in sensitive individuals. Inhalation: Inhalation can cause irritation of mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract. Symptoms may include coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, nausea and vomiting. High concentrations may cause lung damage. Ingestion: Ingestion of moderate amounts can cause nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting, and respiratory depression. Ingestion of larger amounts may cause metabolic acidosis and has been reported to product salicylate like toxicity effects. MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Nipaguard SCE Page 2 Substance key: 000000509936 Version : 2 - 0 / USA Revision Date: 06/11/2014 Date of printing :10/28/2014 Known effects on other illnesses: Listed carcinogen: None known. IARC: NO NTP: NO OSHA: NO HMIS: Health: 2 Flammability: 1 Reactivity: 0 Personal protection: D Section 03 - Composition/information on ingredients Hazardous ingredients: Component CAS-no. (Trade secret no.) 65-85-0 Benzoic acid Concentration >= 10 - <= 20 % Section 04 - First aid measures After inhalation: Move the victim to fresh air. Give oxygen or artificial respiration if needed. Get immediate medical advice/ attention. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. After contact with skin: Remove contaminated clothing without delay. Immediately wash the skin with soap and water for at least 15 minutes under a safety shower. If redness or skin irritation occurs, seek medical attention. After contact with eyes: Hold eyelids apart and flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention. After ingestion: If conscious, give the patient 1-2 glasses of water (8-16 oz.) and call a doctor. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Induce vomiting only at the instructions of a doctor or nurse. Section 05 - Fire fighting measures Flashpoint: approx. 289 °F Method: DIN EN ISO 3679 (closed cup) Lower explosion limit: not tested. Upper explosion limit: not tested. Self ignition: not applicable Ignition temperature: > 725 °F Method: DIN 51794 Information refers to the main component. MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Nipaguard SCE Page 3 Substance key: 000000509936 Version : 2 - 0 / USA Revision Date: 06/11/2014 Date of printing :10/28/2014 Hazardous combustion products: In case of fires, hazardous combustion gases are formed: Carbon monoxide (CO) Carbon dioxide (CO2) Extinguishing media: Water spray jet Alcohol-resistant foam Carbon dioxide (CO2) Dry powder Special fire fighting procedure: Exercise caution when fighting any chemical fire. Use NIOSH approved self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing. Section 06 - Accidental release measures Steps to be taken in case of spill or leak: Wearing appropriate personal protective equipment, contain spill, collect onto inert absorbent, and place in a suitable container. Prevent from entering into soil, ditches, sewers, waterways and/or groundwater. Section 07 - Handling and storage Advice on safe handling: Use only with adequate ventilation and proper protective eyewear, gloves, and clothing. Further info on storage conditions: Store between 55 F (12 °C) and 110 F (43 °C) to prevent freezing or product deterioration. Keep container closed. Section 08 - Exposure controls / personal protection Respiratory protection: If airborne concentrations pose a health hazard, become irritating, or exceed recommended limits, use a NIOSH approved respirator in accordance with OSHA respiratory protection requirements under 29CFR1910.134. Hand protection: Neoprene Nitriles Eye protection: Tightly fitting safety goggles Other protective equipment: Wear suitable protective equipment. Advice on system design: Local ventilation recommended - mechanical ventilation may be used. Section 09 - Physical and chemical properties Form: Liquid MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Nipaguard SCE Page 4 Substance key: 000000509936 Version : 2 - 0 / USA Revision Date: 06/11/2014 Date of printing :10/28/2014 Color: yellow Odor: characteristic Odor limit: not tested. pH: approximately 4.5 (20 °C, 10 g/l) Method: DIN 19261 Ethanol/Water 1:1 Solubility in water: < 0.05 g/l (20 °C) slightly soluble Soluble in ... : fat not tested. Density: approx. 1.119 g/cm3 (20 °C) Method: DIN EN ISO 12185 pour point : < -22 °F Boiling point : 417 °F Data relate to solvent Vapor pressure: 0.08 Torr (20 °C) Data relate to solvent Bulk density: not tested. Relative vapor density: not tested. Partitioning coef. octanol/water: not tested. Viscosity / (dynamic): approx. 265 mPa.s (20 °C) Method: Brookfield Viscosity / (kinematic): not tested. Section 10 - Stability and reactivity Thermal decomposition: > 312 °C (Heating rate:3 K/min) Method: DSC Source: Analogy No decomposition if used as directed. Chemical stability: Stable under normal conditions. Hazardous Polymerization: Hazardous polymerisation does not occur. Conditions to avoid: None known. Conditions to avoid: Strong oxidizing agents Section 11 - Toxicological information Product information: MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Nipaguard SCE Page 5 Substance key: 000000509936 Version : 2 - 0 / USA Revision Date: 06/11/2014 Date of printing :10/28/2014 Acute oral toxicity: not tested. Acute inhalation toxicity: not tested. Acute dermal toxicity: not tested. Skin irritation: not tested. Eye irritation: not tested. Sensitization: not tested. Other relevant toxicity information: Inhalation of vapours leads to irritation of respiratory tract and mucous membranes, headache, nausea, dizziness, vomiting no data available The classification was made by the conventional (calculation) method of the Dangerous Preparations Directive (1999/45/EC) Section 12 - Ecological information Product information: Biodegradation: > 80 % Readily biodegradable. Method: OECD Test Guideline 301B Information refers to the main component. Fish toxicity: LC50 > 100 mg/l (Fish) Method: OECD Test Guideline 203 Information refers to the main component. Daphnia toxicity: not tested. Algae toxicity: not tested. Bacteria toxicity: not tested. Dissolved organic carbon (DOC): not available Chemical oxygen demand (COD): not available Biological oxygen demand (BOD): not available Remarks: The product should not be allowed to enter drains, water courses or the soil. Section 13 - Disposal considerations MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Nipaguard SCE Page 6 Substance key: 000000509936 Version : 2 - 0 / USA Revision Date: 06/11/2014 Date of printing :10/28/2014 Waste disposal information: Must be incinerated in a suitable incineration plant holding a permit delivered by the competent authorities. RCRA hazardous waste: No -- Not as sold. Section 14 - Transport information DOT not restricted IATA not restricted IMDG not restricted Section 15 - Regulatory information TSCA Status: This product is not listed on the TSCA Inventory. It is to be used as a cosmetic ingredient only. Any other use will subject the user to penalties under the Toxic Substances Control Act and the regulations issued thereunder. SARA (section 311/312): Reactive hazard: Pressure hazard: Fire hazard: Immediate/acute: Delayed/chronic: no no no yes no SARA 313 information: This product is not subject to SARA Title III Section 313 reporting requirements under 40 CFR 372. CERCLA information: Component Benzoic acid CAS no. 65-85-0 Percentage <= 20 % FDA: FDA regulated cosmetic ingredient. RQ 5,000 lbs MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Nipaguard SCE Substance key: 000000509936 Version : 2 - 0 / USA Page 7 Revision Date: 06/11/2014 Date of printing :10/28/2014 Section 16 - Other information Other precautions: Do not breathe fumes, vapour. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wear suitable protective equipment. Keep container closed when not in use. Label information: CAUTION! Causes moderate to severe eye irritation, risk of serious eye damage. Causes skin irritation. Harmful if swallowed. Avoid breathing fumes, vapors, mists or spray. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use with adequate ventilation and/or respiratory protection. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed when not in use. Hold eyelids apart and flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention. Skin contact: remove contaminated clothing. Wash thoroughly with soap and water for 15 minutes. If contact has been widespread or prolonged, or if irritation occurs, seek medical attention. Wash clothing before reuse. IF SWALLOWED: Do not induce vomiting. If conscious, give 2 glasses of water. Get immediate medical attention. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Seek medical advice. This information is supplied under the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200, and is offered in good faith based on data available to us that we believe to be true and accurate. The recommended industrial hygiene and safe handling procedures are believed to be generally applicable to the material. However, each user should review these recommendations in the specific context of the intended use and determine whether they are appropriate for that use. No warranty, express or implied, is made regarding the accuracy of this data, the hazards connected with the use of the material, or the results to be obtained from the use thereof. We assume no responsibility for damage or injury from the use of the product described herein. Data provided here are typical and not intended for use as product specifications.