GAMAZYME BTC English
GAMAZYME BTC English
GAMAZYME BTC English
Revision: 29/03/2011
The Netherlands
Telephone: +31 10 4877 777
Fax: +31 10 4877 888
Responsible Person: Patrick Rijsdijk, Product HSE Manager,Tel.:+31 6 349 440 35
Email: Patrick.Rijsdijk@Wilhelmsen.com
Emergency Telephone: **ONLY TO BE USED IN CASE OF AN INCIDENT**
NCEC: +44 1865 407333, CHEMTREC (800) 424 9300
American Chemistry Council +1 703 527 3887,
Greece +30 210 7793777
2 Hazards identification
- Odour: Characteristic odour, Sweet-smelling
- Appearance: Liquid, green, soluble in water
- Contact with eyes: Mildly irritating to eyes
- Contact with skin: In cases of severe exposure, irritation may develop
- Inhalation: Vapours or aerosols may cause irritation of eyes, nose and respiratory tract
- Ingestion: The ingestion of significant quantities may cause gastro-intestinal disturbances
3 Composition/information on ingredients
Chemical Name Concentration CAS Number EC Number R/H Phrases* Symbols
Viable bacterial cultures 5-10 N/A N/A - -
Fatty alcohol ethoxylate 1-5 34398-01-1 500-084-3 41 Xi
Non classified ingredients 60-90
*See Section 16
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4 First aid measures (....)
- When in doubt or symptoms persist, seek medical attention
Inhalation
- Inhalation is unlikely to occur
- Remove patient to fresh air
- Keep warm and at rest, in a half upright position. Loosen clothing
- Seek medical attention if ill effects occur
General
- In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label
where possible) (S45)
5 Fire-fighting measures
- Non combustible
- Decomposition products may include carbon dioxide
- Not flammable. In case of fire use extinguishing media appropriate to surrounding conditions
Gloves Goggles
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9 Physical and chemical properties (....)
- Appearance: Liquid, green, soluble in water
- pH 8 - 9
- Boiling point >100 °C at 760 mm /Hg
- Vapour pressure - not known
- Freezing point <0 °C at 760 mm/Hg
- Completely soluble in water
- Specific gravity (water=1) 1
- Non combustible
11 Toxicological information
Information on toxicological effects
- No experimental data available
Inhalation
- Mildly irritating to respiratory system
Contact with skin
- In cases of severe exposure, redness and irritation may develop
Contact with eyes
- May cause redness and irritation
Ingestion
- The ingestion of significant quantities may cause gastro-intestinal disturbances
Carcinogenicity
- No evidence of carcinogenic effects
12 Ecological information
Ecotoxicity
- This can be considered as an environmentally friendly product.
Persistence and degradability
- The components in this product are readily biodegradable.
Bioaccumulation Potential
- Bioaccumulation of the components in this product is insignificant.
Mobility in soil
- Completely soluble in water
Other Adverse Effects
- Presents little or no hazard to the environment
13 Disposal considerations
Waste treatment methods
- No special precautions are required for this product
Classification
- EU Waste class: -
14 Transport information
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14 Transport information (....)
Special precautions for user
- Not classified as hazardous for transport
15 Regulatory information
Classification and labelling
- Not classified as hazardous for supply
Risk Phrases
- Not applicable
Safety Phrases
- Not applicable
16 Other information
Text of R and S phrase codes used in this safety data sheet:- R41: Risk of serious damage to eyes.
The information provided about the product on this Safety Data Sheet has been compiled from
knowledge of the individual constituents
The data given here is based on current knowledge and experience. This Safety Data Sheet
describes the product in terms of safety requirements and does not signify any warranty with regard
to the product's properties
The data given here only applies when product used for proper application(s). The product is not sold
as suitable for other applications - usage in such may cause risks not mentioned in this sheet. Do not
use for other application(s) without seeking advice from manufacturer
This Safety Data Sheet is provided in compliance with The Dangerous Substances Directive
(67/548/EEC)
This Safety Data Sheet is provided in compliance with The Dangerous Preparations Directive
(88/379/EEC)
This Safety Data Sheet is provided in compliance with The Safety Data Sheets Directive
(2001/58EC)