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Gazette
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No. C 11, Tuesday 2 November 2004
CHEMICAL
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The Industrial Chemicals (Notification and Assessment) Act 1989 (the Act) commenced on
17 July 1990. As required by Section 5 of the Act, a Chemical Gazette is published on the
first Tuesday in any month or on any days prescribed by the regulations.
CONTENTS
SPECIAL NOTICES
1 SUMMARY OF DATA COLLECTED BY NICNAS ON USES OF 5
PERFLUOROOCTANOIC ACID (PFOA) AND ITS DERIVATIVES
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2 UPDATE ON THE ROTTERDAM CONVENTION ON THE PRIOR
INFORMED CONSENT PROCEDURE FOR CERTAIN
HAZARDOUS CHEMICALS AND PESTICIDES IN
INTERNATIONAL TRADE AND SUBSEQUENT NATIONAL
ACTIVITIES
3 TRAINING FOR CUSTOMS BROKERS 8
4 COMMENT ON PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO NATIONAL 9
WORKPLACE EXPOSURE STANDARDS
5 NICNAS REGISTRATION TIER 1 EXTENSION ON RETURN DATE 11
FOR FORMS
NEW CHEMICALS
SUMMARY REPORTS
6 LTD/1137 X-93-532 12
7 LTD/1138 X-31-1550 14
8 LTD/1147 MUSCENONE DELTA 17
9 LTD/1149 POLYMER IN EFKA-4300 20
10 LTD/1150 POLYMER IN EFKA-4570 23
11 LTD/1151 POLYMER IN EFKA-4580 26
12 LTD/1158 WOLFWOOD 29
13 LTD/1159 HELVETOLIDE 32
14 LTD/1161 ROMASCONE 34
15 STD/1113 L-TYROSINE METHYL ESTER 37
HYDROCHLORIDE
16 PLC/455 Z-54 39
17 PLC/457 POLYMER IN DYNAPOL LS436-12 41
18 PLC/492 INFINEUM C9535 44
19 ACCESS TO FULL PUBLIC REPORT 46
PERMITS ISSUED
20 LOW VOLUME CHEMICAL PERMITS 47
21 COMMERCIAL EVALUATION CATEGORY PERMITS 48
AUSTRALIAN INVENTORY OF CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES
49
22 NOTICE OF CHEMICALS ELIGIBLE FOR LISTING ON THE
AUSTRALIAN INVENTORY OF CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES FIVE
YEARS AFTER ISSUING OF ASSESSMENT CERTIFICATES
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1 SUMMARY OF DATA COLLECTED BY NICNAS ON USES OF
PERFLUOROOCTANOIC ACID (PFOA) AND ITS DERIVATIVES
Introduction:
The Director of NICNAS sought information under section 48 of the Industrial Chemicals
(Notification and Assessment) Act 1989 (the Act) on perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and its
derivatives, including, telomers which may degrade to PFOA. A notice calling for the
information was published in the Chemical Gazette of 6 June 2003. This notice can be
accessed at: www.nicnas.gov.au/publications/gazette/pdf/2003jun_whole.pdf#page=65.
The call for information was directed to all persons who had manufactured or imported one
or more of the chemicals or products containing these chemicals since January 2002 and to
the date of this notice. Other persons with information on these chemicals including, users
and past importers or manufacturers were also encouraged to provide information.
To assist the call for information, NICNAS identified from internal and commercial
databases, industry associations and companies for which the call for information may be
applicable. These industry associations and companies were contacted to ascertain whether
or not they were importing, manufacturing or using PFOA and its derivatives, including,
telomers which may degrade to PFOA.
PFOA-based chemicals and chemicals which could degrade to PFOA are of interest because
PFOA may be hazardous to human health and the environment. A United States
Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA) preliminary risk assessment of PFOA published
in April 2003 states that PFOA and its salts are persistent in the environment.
PFOA, also known as perfluorooctanoic acid, perfluorooctanoate and 1-octanoic acid 2,2,
3,3, 4,4, 5,5 6,6, 7,7 8, 8-pentadecafluoro, is a fully fluorinated eight-carbon chain carboxylic
acid (CAS Registry Number 335-67-1). Common derivatives of PFOA include the
ammonium ("APFO"), sodium, potassium and silver salts of the acid.
Fluorinated telomers, also known as telomers, are small fluorine-containing polymers.
Concerns have been raised that certain telomers may break down or degrade to form PFOA in
the environment.
NICNAS notes it is likely that some importers and users may not know if products contain
PFOA and its derivatives (including, telomers which may degrade to PFOA) because such
chemical ingredients may not be mentioned on Material Safety Data Sheets.
Data Collected:
Eleven companies responded to the call for information. A summary of the information
collected is provided below in accordance with section 50A of the Act.
Manufacture
No manufacture of PFOA, PFOA derivatives or telomer chemicals that may degrade to
PFOA has been reported in Australia.
Importation and Use
Primer for non-stick metal cookware
The import of a liquid fluoropolymer surfactant dispersion product is reported. The
importation equates to approximately 50 gm and 25 gm of PFOA in 2003 and 2004,
respectively.
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The factory-applied, oven-baked dispersion coating is used for coating metal cookware and is
intended to impart a continuous solid non-stick coating to the metal surface. Volatilisation
and destruction of PFOA is reported during the manufacturing process which fuses the
fluoropolymer to the metal surface and involves a thermal step at 350-400?C.
Fluoropolymer dispersion- polymer in paints
The import of a fluoropolymer dispersion polymer for use in paints is reported. The
importation equates to 10 kg annually of PFOA.
Fire-fighting foam
The import in the past of two fluorosurfactant products for use in the manufacture of Class B
fire fighting foam is reported. The importation equated to approximately 48 gm and 0.6 gm
of PFOA in 2002 and 2003, respectively. The importation and sale of the products in
Australia was discontinued in 2003.
Textile and carpet protection
Textile and carpet protection products containing some fluoropolymers are imported into
Australia. Information has been received from importers and suppliers that research is
presently being undertaken internationally via the Telomer Research Program (in conjunction
with the United States Environmental Protection Agency) to determine whether these
products may degrade to PFOA.
Other uses of telomers
Additional polymers that include monomers based on perfluorinated telomers are reported.
These chemicals have been assessed by the NICNAS New Chemicals program and are
currently in use under certificate. These chemicals have applications in fabric protection,
surface coating and printing. Under section 64(2)(e) of the Industrial Chemicals Notification
and Assessment Act 1989, there is a requirement that introducers of these chemicals must
notify the Director (NICNAS) of any additional information that has become available
(within 28 days of the occurrence) as to the adverse health or environmental effects of these
chemicals.
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2 UPDATE ON THE ROTTERDAM CONVENTION ON THE PRIOR
INFORMED CONSENT PROCEDURE FOR CERTAIN HAZARDOUS CHEMICALS
AND PESTICIDES IN INTERNATIONAL TRADE AND SUBSEQUENT NATIONAL
ACTIVITIES
The 11th Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC) Meeting of the Rotterdam
Convention was held on 18th September 2004 and the first Conference of the Parties (COP-1)
from 20 to 24 September 2004 in Geneva.
The Conference of the Parties approved the listing of fourteen chemicals in Annex III of the
Convention with a date of entry into force of 1 February 2005. Six of these are industrial
chemicals. These are:
Actinolite
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Tremolite
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Amosite
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Anthophyllite
?br>
Tetraethyl lead and,
?br>
Tetramethyl lead.
?br>
As a Party to the Convention, Australia has to determine if we wish to receive these
chemicals into Australia and forward an "import response" to the PIC Secretariat. Australia
needs to respond no later than 9 months from the effective date.
The first four chemicals are the amphibole forms of asbestos. The importation and use of
amphibole asbestos are severely restricted in Australia. NICNAS will finalise an import
response for tetraethyl and tetramethyl lead following consultation with Commonwealth and
State and Territory governments and the chemical industry.
Persons importing, exporting or using tetraethyl and/or tetramethyl lead can contact Dr Sneha
Satya phone 02 8577 8880 email sneha.satya@nicnas.gov.au for further information.
The text of the Rotterdam Convention can be accessed at www.pic.int
Information on the Rotterdam Convention is also available on the NICNAS website at
http://www.nicnas.gov.au/foreign/treaties/pic.asp
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3 TRAINING FOR CUSTOMS BROKERS
NICNAS has received numerous enquiries from Customs Brokers about training sessions on
NICNAS Registration requirements and how to promote compliance with the Industrial
Chemicals (Notification and Assessment) Act 1989.
During November and December, NICNAS will be running free Seminars in Sydney
and Perth for Customs Brokers. The Seminars will cover the new registration requirements
which affect all importers of industrial chemicals, and the new exporter requirements
under the Rotterdam Convention on the Prior Informed Consent Procedure for Certain
Hazardous Chemicals and Pesticides in International Trade (Rotterdam Convention).
These sessions are important for all Customs Brokers involved in importing and/or
exporting industrial chemicals. Information about the Seminars and registration details
are found on the NICNAS website at www.nicnas.gov.au
NICNAS is also seeking expressions of interest from other cities, as more sessions will be
planned if numbers are sufficient.
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4 COMMENT ON PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO NATIONAL WORKPLACE
EXPOSURE STANDARDS
The National Occupational Health and Safety Commission (NOHSC) invites public comment
on proposed amendments to national workplace exposure standards. NOHSC is proposing to
include skin notations in national exposure standards for the following substances:
Chloroform Monochloroacetic acid
Cumene Piperidine
Lindane [Gamma-HCH-hexachlorocyclohexane] (2-Methoxymethylethoxy) propanol
Mercury: aryl compounds (as Hg) 1-Methoxy-2-propanol acetate
Mercury: inorganic monovalent compounds (as Hg) Sulfotep
Toluene 2-Butoxyethyl acetate
1-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone 1,1-Dichloroethane
Exposure standards are guides to the safe use of chemicals in the workplace. The proposed
standards give details on the acceptable concentration of substances in the worker's breathing
zone, to limit the risk of adverse health effects.
When fast-track chemicals sourced from the British Health and Safety Executive batches 1-4
were released for public consultation, comment was not sought on the inclusion of a skin
notation in relation to a number of the chemicals. A skin notation indicates that absorption
through the skin may be a significant contribution to the overall exposure to a chemical.
While comment was not specifically sought on the skin notation provisions, documentation
relating to skin notation was incorporated in the original documents released for public
comment.
A Public Consultation Paper which provides a description of the proposed amendments and
details how to provide your comment, is available free of charge by downloading from the
NOHSC Website at:
http://www.nohsc.gov.au/PublicComment
Alternatively, if you wish to have a copy sent to you, place your request by:
? Telephone Freecall 1800 552 488 ?at the prompts speak slowly and clearly. State
your name, postal address and the name of the publication you require; or
? Fax to (02) 6279 1150 ?mark your fax `Proposed amendments to Adopted National
Exposure Standards for Atmospheric Contaminants in the Occupational Environment
[NOHSC:1003(1995)]. Attention: Chemical Standards Team' and include your name
and postal address; or
? Email to alan.yee@nohsc.gov.au ?title your email `Proposed amendments to the
Adopted National Exposure Standards for Atmospheric Contaminants in the
Occupational Environment [NOHSC:1003(1995)] in the subject line and include your
name and postal address.
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NOHSC will review the proposed amendments in light of public comment received and make
final recommendations mid 2005. Following declaration by NOHSC, the final exposure
standards will be considered for adoption by the Australian, State and Territory Governments
for use in their legislative frameworks.
Public comment closes on 31 January 2005
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5 NICNAS REGISTRATION TIER 1 EXTENSION ON RETURN DATE FOR
FORMS
The date to return completed NICNAS Registration Tier 1 forms has been extended from 25
October 2004 to Tuesday 30 November 2004. For more information on NICNAS
Registration and Tier 1 training, please refer to: http://www.nicnas.gov.au/obligations/registration.
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5 PUBLICATION SUMMARY REPORT
X-93-532
Summary Report
Reference No: LTD/1137
Admil Adhesives Pty Ltd (ABN 85 092 730 562) of 5 Alimar Road, Glen Waverley, VIC,
has submitted a limited notification statement in support of their application for an
assessment certificate for X-93-532. The notified polymer is intended to be used as a curing
agent present in silicone sealants. These are used in industries such as the electronics and
construction industry. Up to three tonnes of the notified polymer will be imported per annum
for each of the first five years.
ASSESSMENT OF PUBLIC, OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY AND
ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
Hazard Assessment
No toxicity data were submitted, therefore, the notified polymer cannot be classified under
the NOHSC Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances.
Occupational Health and Safety
There is Low Concern to occupational health and safety under the conditions of the
occupational settings described.
Public Health
There is Negligible Concern to public health when used in the proposed manner.
Environmental Effects
The notified polymer is not considered to pose a risk to the environment based on its reported
use pattern.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Control Measures
Occupational Health and Safety
? No specific engineering controls, work practices or personal protective equipment are
required for the safe use of the notified polymer itself, however, these should be
selected on the basis of all ingredients in the formulation.
Guidance in selection of personal protective equipment can be obtained from Australian,
Australian/New Zealand or other approved standards.
? A copy of the MSDS should be easily accessible to employees.
? If products and mixtures containing the notified polymer are classified as hazardous to
health in accordance with the NOHSC Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous
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Substances, workplace practices and control procedures consistent with provisions of
State and Territory hazardous substances legislation must be in operation.
Disposal
? The notified polymer should be disposed of by landfill or incineration.
Emergency procedures
? Spills/release of the notified polymer should be handled by shutting off all ignition
sources, containing the spill or leak, and scraping up with rag or other material and
placing in container
Secondary Notification
The Director of Chemicals Notification and Assessment must be notified in writing within 28
days by the notifier, other importer or manufacturer:
Under subsection 64(2) of the Act:
- if any of the circumstances listed in the subsection arise.
The Director will then decide whether secondary notification is required.
No additional secondary notification conditions are stipulated.
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6 PUBLICATION SUMMARY REPORT
X-31-1550
Summary Report
Reference No: LTD/1138
Admil Adhesives Pty Ltd (ABN 85 092 730 562) of 5 Alimar Road, Glen Waverley, VIC,
has submitted a limited notification statement in support of their application for an
assessment certificate for X-31-1550. The notified chemical is intended to be used as a curing
agent present in silicone sealants. These are used in industries such as the electronics and
construction industry. Up to one tonne of the notified chemical will be imported per annum
for each of the first five years.
ASSESSMENT OF PUBLIC, OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY AND
ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
Hazard Assessment
As the notified chemical is an organotin compound, it is subject to the NOHSC exposure
standard for this class of chemicals and is therefore included on the List as a hazardous
substance.
Occupational Health and Safety
There is Low Concern to occupational health and safety under the conditions of the
occupational settings described.
Public Health
There is Negligible Concern to public health when used in the proposed manner.
Environmental Effects
The chemical is not considered to pose a risk to the environment based on its reported use
pattern.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Regulatory Controls
Hazard Classification
? The notified chemical is a hazardous substance and all necessary controls and
precautions under Australian hazardous substances legislations must be implemented.
AICS Listing
? When the notified chemical is added to the Australian Inventory of Chemical
Substances (AICS), it should be annotated with the following condition of use:
- for use in imported sealants at less than 3%.
? For all other types of introduction the notified chemical will be regarded under the
Act as a new chemical, and therefore subject to notification and assessment.
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Control Measures
Occupational Health and Safety
? Employers should implement the following safe work practices to minimise
occupational exposure during handling of the notified chemical as introduced.
- Avoid contact with skin and eyes
? No specific engineering controls or personal protective equipment are required for the
safe use of the notified chemical as introduced (<1% in product), however, these
should be selected on the basis of all ingredients in the formulation.
Guidance in selection of personal protective equipment can be obtained from Australian,
Australian/New Zealand or other approved standards
? A copy of the MSDS should be easily accessible to employees.
? If products and mixtures containing the notified chemical are classified as hazardous
to health in accordance with the NOHSC Approved Criteria for Classifying
Hazardous Substances, workplace practices and control procedures consistent with
provisions of State and Territory hazardous substances legislation must be in
operation.
Environment
? The following control measures should be implemented by end users to minimise
environmental exposure during use of the notified chemical:
- Do not allow material or contaminated packaging to enter drains, sewers or water
courses.
Disposal
? The notified chemical should be incinerated in a suitable incineration plant observing
local authority regulations.
? The waste material containing the notified chemical should be disposed of to landfill.
Emergency procedures
? In case of spill, contain the spill or leak. Scrape up with rag or dry inert material (e.g.
sand, vermiculite) and place into appropriately labelled drums for disposal as
chemical waste.
Secondary Notification
The Director of Chemicals Notification and Assessment must be notified in writing within 28
days by the notifier, other importer or manufacturer:
Under subsection 64(1) of the Act; if
- the importation volume exceeds one tonne per annum notified chemical; or
- the notified chemical is introduced at a concentration > 3%
or
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Under subsection 64(2) of the Act:
- if any of the circumstances listed in the subsection arise.
The Director will then decide whether secondary notification is required. For secondary
notification a full suite of toxicological and ecotoxicological data for the notified chemical
will be required.
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7 PUBLICATION SUMMARY REPORT
Muscenone Delta
Summary Report
Reference No: LTD/1147
Firmenich Ltd (ACN 002 964 794) 73 Kenneth Road Balgowlah NSW 2093 has submitted a
limited notification statement in support of their application for an assessment certificate for
Muscenone Delta. The notified chemical is intended to be used as a fragrance ingredient in a
variety of cosmetic and domestic products. Domestic products and cosmetics will be
formulated with fragrance preparations containing the notified chemical is largely automated
batch processes. The products will then be distributed to retail outlets. Less than 150 kg of the
notified chemical will be imported per annum for each of the first five years.
ASSESSMENT OF PUBLIC, OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY AND
ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
Hazard Assessment
Based on the available data the notified chemical is classified as hazardous under the NOHSC
Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substance. The classification and labelling
details are:
R43: May cause sensitisation by skin contact
Occupational Health and Safety
There is Low Concern to occupational health and safety under the conditions of the
occupational settings described.
Public Health
There is Negligible Concern to public health when used as described.
Environmental Effects
On the basis of the PEC/PNEC ratio, the chemical is not considered to pose a risk to the
environment based on its reported use pattern.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Regulatory Controls
Hazard Classification and Labelling
? The NOHSC Chemicals Standards Sub-committee should consider the following
health hazard classification for the notified chemical:
- R43: May cause sensitisation by skin contact
? Use the following risk phrases for products/mixtures containing the notified chemical:
- > 1%: R43: May cause sensitisation by skin contact
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Control Measures
Occupational Health and Safety
? Employers should implement the following engineering controls to minimise
occupational exposure to the notified chemical as introduced:
- Local exhaust ventilation should be provided at points of likely release during product
formulation.
? Employers should ensure that the following personal protective equipment is used by
workers to minimise occupational exposure to the notified chemical as introduced:
- To preclude contact with hazardous components of the imported formulations
containing the notified chemical, natural rubber gloves, safety goggles and protective
clothing. Respiratory protection should be provided where general ventilation is
inadequate.
Guidance in selection of personal protective equipment can be obtained from Australian,
Australian/New Zealand or other approved standards.
? A copy of the MSDS should be easily accessible to employees.
? If products and mixtures containing the notified chemical are classified as hazardous
to health in accordance with the NOHSC Approved Criteria for Classifying
Hazardous Substances, workplace practices and control procedures consistent with
provisions of State and Territory hazardous substances legislation must be in
operation.
Environment
Disposal
? The notified chemical should be disposed of to landfill and not discharged to drains,
soil or the aquatic environment.
Storage
? The following precautions should be taken regarding storage of the notified chemical:
- Store in closed, preferably full, containers away from heat sources and protected from
extremes of temperature. Do not reuse the empty container.
Emergency procedures
? Spills/release of the notified chemical should be cleaned up by using any absorbent
which should be disposed of promptly, preferably by incineration as some cases of
spontaneous combustion of rags soaked with similar materials have been reported.
? Gross spillages should be contained by the use of sand or inert powder, and disposal
should be to landfill in accordance with government regulations.
Secondary Notification
The Director of Chemicals Notification and Assessment must be notified in writing within 28
days by the notifier, other importer or manufacturer:
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Under Section 64(1) of the Act; if
- the importation volume is predicted to exceed that notified;
or
Under Section 64(2) of the Act:
- if any of the circumstances listed in the subsection arise.
The Director will then decide whether secondary notification is required. If a significant
increase in import volume is notified, the Director may require data on the chronic effects on
fish and further data on terrestrial phytotoxicity at this time.
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8 PUBLICATION SUMMARY REPORT
Polymer in EFKA-4300
Summary Report
Reference No: LTD/1149
Ciba Specialty Chemicals Pty Ltd (ABN 97 005 061 469) of 235 Settlement Road,
Thomastown VIC 3074 and Multichem Pty Ltd (ABN 47006 115 886) of Suite 6, 400 High
Street, Kew VIC 3101 have submitted a limited notification statement in support of their
application for an assessment certificate for Polymer in EFKA-4300. The notified polymer is
intended to be used as an additive in solvent based automotive paints. The notified polymer
will be imported as a component of EFKA-4300 and incorporated in paints that will be
applied to automotive components by spraying. Up to 10 tonnes of the notified polymer will
be imported per annum for each of the first five years.
ASSESSMENT OF PUBLIC, OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY AND
ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
Hazard Assessment
Based on the available data the notified chemical is not classified as a hazardous substance
under the NOHSC Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances.
Occupational Health and Safety
There is Low Concern to occupational health and safety under the conditions of the
occupational settings described.
Public Health
There is Negligible Concern to public health when used as a paint additive.
Environmental Effects
The notified polymer is not considered to pose a risk to the environment based on its reported
use pattern.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Control Measures
Occupational Health and Safety
? Employers should implement the following isolation and engineering controls to
minimise occupational exposure to the notified polymer:
- Closed tanks and lines for formulation and filling of paint containing the notified
polymer;
- Use of engineering controls in spray painting to minimise exposure of workers.
? Employers should implement the following safe work practices to minimise
occupational exposure during handling of the notified polymer;
- Avoid splashing, spills and generation of aerosols during formulation and filling
processes;
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- Spray application of paint containing the notified polymer should be in accordance
with the NOHSC National Guidance Material for Spray Painting
- Workers using spray products containing the notified polymer should be instructed in
their proper handling and use, including information about the additional risks posed
by spray application.
? Employers should ensure that the following personal protective equipment is used by
workers to minimise occupational exposure to the notified polymer:
- Protective gloves
- Safety glasses or goggles
- Industrial clothing
- Respiratory protection during spray painting, or if aerosols are formed
- Full body protection during spray painting
Guidance in selection of personal protective equipment can be obtained from Australian,
Australian/New Zealand or other approved standards.
? The MSDS for EFKA-4300 containing the notified polymer should be altered to
include information on possible health effects from a residual monomer that is a skin
sensitiser. It is recommended that the Acute Health Effects 璖kin section of the
MSDS include the statement "May cause sensitisation by skin contact as low levels of
a sensitising chemical are present" in place of the first sentence of that section, and
the first word of the second sentence of the section.
? A copy of the MSDS should be easily accessible to employees.
? If products and mixtures containing the notified chemical are classified as hazardous
to health in accordance with the NOHSC Approved Criteria for Classifying
Hazardous Substances, workplace practices and control procedures consistent with
provisions of State and Territory hazardous substances legislation must be in
operation.
Environment
? The following control measures should be implemented by paint manufactures and
warehouse sites to minimise environmental exposure during paint formulation and
storage of the notified polymer:
- All process equipment and storage areas should be bunded.
Disposal
? The notified polymer should be disposed of to landfill for solids and to licensed waste
contractors for liquids.
Emergency procedures
? Spills/release of the notified polymer should be contained by soaking up with inert
absorbent material and dispose of as special waste in compliance with local and State
regulations as recommended in the MSDS.
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? Use detergent in cleaning up.
? Prevent product from entering drains.
Secondary Notification
The Director of Chemicals Notification and Assessment must be notified in writing within 28
days by the notifier, other importer or manufacturer:
Under Subsection 64(1) of the Act; if
- Due to the potential cationic nature of the notified polymer, there are any changes to
the use pattern which significantly increase the potential for aquatic exposure,
whereby full ecotoxicity studies for fish, daphnia and algae would need to be
submitted for assessment.
or
Under Subsection 64(2) of the Act:
- if any of the circumstances listed in the subsection arise.
The Director will then decide whether secondary notification is required.
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9 PUBLICATION SUMMARY REPORT
Polymer in EFKA-4570
Summary Report
Reference No: LTD/1150
Ciba Specialty Chemicals Pty Ltd (ABN 97 005 061 469) of 235 Settlement Road,
Thomastown VIC 3074 and Multichem Pty Ltd (ABN 47006 115 886) of Suite 6, 400 High
Street, Kew VIC 3101 have submitted a limited notification statement in support of their
application for an assessment certificate for Polymer in EFKA-4570. The notified polymer is
intended to be used as an additive in water and solvent based automotive paints. The notified
polymer will be imported as a component of EFKA-4570 and incorporated in paints that will
be applied to automotive components by spraying. Up to 10 tonnes of the notified polymer
will be imported per annum for each of the first five years.
ASSESSMENT OF PUBLIC, OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY AND
ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
Hazard Assessment
Based on the available data the notified polymer is not classified as a hazardous substance
under the NOHSC Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances.
Occupational Health and Safety
There is Low Concern to occupational health and safety under the conditions of the
occupational settings described.
Public Health
There is Negligible Concern to public health when used as a paint additive.
Environmental Effects
The notified polymer is not considered to pose a risk to the environment based on its reported
use pattern.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Control Measures
Occupational Health and Safety
? Employers should implement the following isolation and engineering controls to
minimise occupational exposure to the notified polymer:
- Closed tanks and lines for formulation and filling of paint containing the notified
polymer;
- Use of engineering controls in spray painting to minimise exposure of workers.
? Employers should implement the following safe work practices to minimise
occupational exposure during handling of the notified polymer;
- Avoid splashing, spills and generation of aerosols during formulation and filling
processes;
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- Spray application of paint containing the notified polymer should be in accordance
with the NOHSC National Guidance Material for Spray Painting
- Workers using spray products containing the notified polymer should be instructed in
their proper handling and use, including information about the additional risks posed
by spray application.
? Employers should ensure that the following personal protective equipment is used by
workers to minimise occupational exposure to the notified polymer:
- Protective gloves
- Safety glasses or goggles
- Industrial clothing
- Respiratory protection during spray painting, or if aerosols are formed
- Full body protection during spray painting
Guidance in selection of personal protective equipment can be obtained from Australian,
Australian/New Zealand or other approved standards.
? A copy of the MSDS should be easily accessible to employees.
? If products and mixtures containing the notified polymer are classified as hazardous to
health in accordance with the NOHSC Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous
Substances, workplace practices and control procedures consistent with provisions of
State and Territory hazardous substances legislation must be in operation.
Environment
? The following control measures should be implemented by paint manufactures and
warehouse sites to minimise environmental exposure during paint formulation and
storage of the notified polymer:
- All process equipment and storage areas should be bunded.
Disposal
? The notified polymer should be disposed of to landfill for solids and to licensed waste
contractors for liquids.
Emergency procedures
? Spills/release of the notified polymer should be contained by soaking up with inert
absorbent material and dispose of as special waste in compliance with local and State
regulations as recommended in the MSDS.
? Use detergent in cleaning up.
? Prevent product from entering drains.
Secondary Notification
The Director of Chemicals Notification and Assessment must be notified in writing within 28
days by the notifier, other importer or manufacturer:
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Under Subsection 64(1) of the Act; if
- Due to the potential cationic nature of the notified polymer, there are any changes to
the use pattern which significantly increases the potential for aquatic exposure,
whereby full ecotoxicity studies for fish, daphnia and algae would need to be
submitted for assessment.
or
Under Subsection 64(2) of the Act:
- if any of the circumstances listed in the subsection arise.
The Director will then decide whether secondary notification is required.
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Polymer in EFKA-4580
Summary Report
Reference No: LTD/1151
Ciba Specialty Chemicals Pty Ltd (ABN 97 005 061 469) of 235 Settlement Road,
Thomastown VIC 3074 and Multichem Pty Ltd (ABN 47006 115 886) of Suite 6, 400 High
Street, Kew VIC 3101 have submitted a limited notification statement in support of their
application for an assessment certificate for Polymer in EFKA-4580. The notified polymer is
intended to be used as an additive in water-based automotive paints. The notified polymer
will be imported as a component of EFKA-4580 and incorporated in paints that will be
applied to automotive components by spraying. Up to 10 tonnes of the notified polymer will
be imported per annum for each of the first five years.
ASSESSMENT OF PUBLIC, OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY AND
ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
Hazard Assessment
Based on the available data the notified polymer is not classified as a hazardous substance
under the NOHSC Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances.
Occupational Health and Safety
There is Low Concern to occupational health and safety under the conditions of the
occupational settings described.
Public Health
There is Negligible Concern to public health when used as a paint additive.
Environmental Effects
The notified polymer is not considered to pose a risk to the environment based on its reported
use pattern.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Control Measures
Occupational Health and Safety
? Employers should implement the following isolation and engineering controls to
minimise occupational exposure to the notified polymer:
- Closed tanks and lines for formulation and filling of paint containing the notified
polymer;
- Use of engineering controls in spray painting to minimise exposure of workers.
? Employers should implement the following safe work practices to minimise
occupational exposure during handling of the notified polymer;
- Avoid splashing, spills and generation of aerosols during formulation and filling
processes;
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- Spray application of paint containing the notified polymer should be in accordance
with the NOHSC National Guidance Material for Spray Painting;
- Workers using spray products containing the notified polymer should be instructed in
their proper handling and use, including information about the additional risks posed
by spray application.
? Employers should ensure that the following personal protective equipment is used by
workers to minimise occupational exposure to the notified polymer:
- Protective gloves
- Safety glasses or goggles
- Industrial clothing
- Respiratory protection during spray painting, or if aerosols are formed
- Full body protection during spray painting
Guidance in selection of personal protective equipment can be obtained from Australian,
Australian/New Zealand or other approved standards.
? A copy of the MSDS should be easily accessible to employees.
? If products and mixtures containing the notified polymer are classified as hazardous to
health in accordance with the NOHSC Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous
Substances, workplace practices and control procedures consistent with provisions of
State and Territory hazardous substances legislation must be in operation.
Environment
? The following control measures should be implemented by paint manufacturers and
warehouse sites to minimise environmental exposure during paint formulation and
storage of the notified polymer:
- All process equipment and storage areas should be bunded.
Disposal
? The notified polymer should be disposed of to landfill for solids and to licensed waste
contractors for liquids.
Emergency procedures
? Spills/release of the notified polymer should be contained by soaking up with inert
absorbent material and dispose of as special waste in compliance with local and State
regulations as recommended in the MSDS.
? Use detergent in cleaning up.
? Prevent product from entering drains.
Secondary Notification
The Director of Chemicals Notification and Assessment must be notified in writing within 28
days by the notifier, other importer or manufacturer:
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Under Subsection 64(1) of the Act; if
- Due to the potential cationic nature of the notified polymer, there are any changes to
the use pattern which significantly increases the potential for aquatic exposure,
whereby full ecotoxicity studies for fish, daphnia and algae would need to be
submitted for assessment.
or
Under Subsection 64(2) of the Act:
- if any of the circumstances listed in the subsection arise.
The Director will then decide whether secondary notification is required.
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Wolfwood
Summary Report
Reference No: LTD/1158
Firmenich Ltd (ABN 86 002 964 794) of 73 Kenneth Road, Balgowlah NSW 2093 has
submitted a limited notification statement in support of their application for an assessment
certificate for Wolfwood. The notified chemical is intended to be used as a fragrance
ingredient in cosmetic and domestic products. It will be imported in liquid fragrances, which
will be reformulated in Australia to produce consumer products. Up to 150 kilograms of the
notified chemical will be imported per annum for each of the first five years.
ASSESSMENT OF PUBLIC, OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY AND
ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
Hazard Assessment
Based on the available data the notified chemical is classified as hazardous under the NOHSC
Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances. The classification and labelling
details are:
R34 Causes burns
R43 May cause sensitisation by skin contact
The notified chemical is classified as a Class 9 Dangerous Good on the basis of its toxicity to
aquatic organisms.
Occupational Health and Safety
There is Low Concern to occupational health and safety under the conditions of the
occupational settings described.
Public Health
There is No Significant Concern to public health when used as an ingredient in consumer
products as described in the notification.
Environmental Effects
The chemical is not considered to pose a risk to the environment based on its reported use
pattern and PEC/PNEC ratio <1.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Regulatory Controls
Hazard Classification and Labelling
? The NOHSC Chemicals Standards Sub-committee should consider the following
hazard classification for the notified chemical:
- R34 Causes burns
- R43 May cause sensitisation by skin contact
- S24 Avoid contact with skin
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- S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek
medical advice
- S36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection
- S45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show
the label where possible)
? Use the following risk phrases for products/mixtures containing the notified chemical:
- 1-5%: R43 May cause sensitisation by skin contact
- 5-10%:
R43 May cause sensitisation by skin contact
R36/38 Irritating to eyes and skin
- >= 10%:
R43 May cause sensitisation by skin contact
R34 Causes burns
? The notified chemical should be classified under the ADR code: Class 9 ?br>
Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods and Articles
Control Measures
Occupational Health and Safety
? Employers should implement the following engineering controls to minimise
occupational exposure to the notified chemical:
- Closed system during mixing and blending of the ingredients with fragrance
preparations containing the notified chemical.
- Local exhaust ventilation if the mixing vessel is open
? Employers should implement the following safe work practices to minimise
occupational exposure during handling of the notified chemical:
- Prevent splashes and spills.
? Employers should ensure that the following personal protective equipment is used by
workers to minimise occupational exposure to the notified chemical during
formulation of the fragrance preparations containing it with consumer products:
- Chemical resistant gloves, protective overalls and goggles/faceshield
Guidance in selection of personal protective equipment can be obtained from Australian,
Australian/New Zealand or other approved standards.
? A copy of the MSDS should be easily accessible to employees.
? If products and mixtures containing the notified chemical are classified as hazardous
to health in accordance with the NOHSC Approved Criteria for Classifying
Hazardous Substances, workplace practices and control procedures consistent with
provisions of State and Territory hazardous substances legislation must be in
operation.
Disposal
? The notified chemical should be disposed of by incineration or landfill.
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Emergency procedures
Spills/release of the notified chemical should be contained as described in the MSDS (i.e. by
sand or inert powder) and the material disposed of in accordance with Government
regulations.
Secondary Notification
The Director of Chemicals Notification and Assessment must be notified in writing within 28
days by the notifier, other importer or manufacturer:
Under subsection 64(1) of the Act; if
- The importation volume exceeds one tonne per annum notified chemical; or
- The notified chemical is itself manufactured locally or imported
or
Under subsection 64(2) of the Act:
- if any of the circumstances listed in the subsection arise.
The Director will then decide whether secondary notification is required.
No additional secondary notification conditions are stipulated.
Should import levels rise above 1 tonne per annum, a chronic daphnia study should be
submitted for assessment.
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Helvetolide
Summary Report
Reference No: LTD/1159
Firmenich Ltd (ABN 86 002 964 794) of 73 Kenneth Road, Balgowlah NSW 2093 has
submitted a limited notification statement in support of their application for an assessment
certificate for Helvetolide. The notified chemical is intended to be used as a fragrance
ingredient in cosmetic and domestic products. It will be imported in liquid fragrances, which
will be reformulated in Australia to produce consumer products. Up to 350 kilograms of the
notified chemical will be imported per annum for each of the first five years.
ASSESSMENT OF PUBLIC, OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY AND
ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
Hazard Assessment
Based on the available data the notified chemical is not classified as hazardous under the
NOHSC Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances.
Occupational Health and Safety
There is Low Concern to occupational health and safety under the conditions of the
occupational settings described, provided closed systems or personal respiratory equipment
are used for any reformulation operations in which aerosols are likely to be formed.
Public Health
There is No Significant Concern to public health when used as an ingredient in consumer
products as described in the notification.
Environmental Effects
On the basis of the PEC/PNEC ratio, the chemical is not considered to pose a risk to the
environment based on its reported use pattern.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Regulatory Controls
Hazard Classification and Labelling
? The notified chemical should be classified as follows under the ADG Code:
- Class 9-Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods and Articles
Control Measures
Occupational Health and Safety
? Employers should implement the following engineering controls to minimise
occupational exposure to the notified chemical:
- Closed system during mixing and blending of ingredients with fragrance preparations
containing the notified chemical, particularly if aerosol formation is likely.
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- Local exhaust ventilation if the mixing vessel is open.
? Employers should implement the following safe work practices to minimise
occupational exposure during handling of the notified chemical:
- Prevent splashes and spills.
? Employers should ensure that the following personal protective equipment is used by
workers to minimise occupational exposure to the notified chemical during
formulation of fragrance preparations containing it into consumer products:
- Chemical resistant gloves, protective overalls and goggles/faceshield.
- Personal respiratory equipment if aerosols are produced in an open system.
Guidance in selection of personal protective equipment can be obtained from Australian,
Australian/New Zealand or other approved standards.
? A copy of the MSDS should be easily accessible to employees.
? If products and mixtures containing the notified chemical are classified as hazardous
to health in accordance with the NOHSC Approved Criteria for Classifying
Hazardous Substances, workplace practices and control procedures consistent with
provisions of State and Territory hazardous substances legislation must be in
operation.
Disposal
? The notified chemical should be disposed of by incineration or landfill.
Emergency procedures
Spills/release of the notified chemical should be contained as described in the MSDS (i.e. by
sand or inert powder) and collected in labelled sealable containers for disposal in accordance
with Government regulations.
Secondary Notification
The Director of Chemicals Notification and Assessment must be notified in writing within 28
days by the notifier, other importer or manufacturer:
Under subsection 64(1) of the Act; if
- The importation volume exceeds one tonne per annum notified chemical; or
- The notified chemical is itself manufactured locally or imported
or
Under subsection 64(2) of the Act:
- if any of the circumstances listed in the subsection arise.
The Director will then decide whether secondary notification is required.
No additional secondary notification conditions are stipulated.
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Romascone
Summary Report
Reference No: LTD/1161
Firmenich Ltd (ABN 86 002 964 794) of 73 Kenneth Road Balgowlah NSW 2093 has
submitted a limited notification statement in support of their application for an assessment
certificate for Romascone. The notified chemical is intended to be used as a fragrance
ingredient in a variety of cosmetic and domestic products. The notified chemical will not be
manufactured in Australia. It will be imported as a component of liquid compounded
fragrances (maximum 1%), which will be reformulated in Australia to produce the final
consumer products. In the consumer products, the concentration of the notified chemical will
be a maximum of 0.2% in fine perfumes, and a maximum of 0.005% in other cosmetic
products and domestic products. Less than 1 tonne of the notified chemical will be imported
per annum for each of the first five years.
ASSESSMENT OF PUBLIC, OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY AND
ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
Hazard Assessment
The notifier has indicated that the notified chemical is classified as hazardous. The
classification and labelling details are:
R38 ?Irritating to skin.
Occupational Health and Safety
There is Low Concern to occupational health and safety under the conditions of the
occupational settings described, provided closed systems or personal respiratory equipment
are used for any reformulation operations.
Public Health
There is No Significant Concern to public health when used as an ingredient in consumer
products as described in the notification.
Environmental Effects
On the basis of the PEC/PNEC ratio the chemical is not considered to pose a risk to the
environment based on its reported use pattern.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Regulatory Controls
Hazard Classification and Labelling
? Use the following risk phrases for products/mixtures containing the notified chemical:
- 20%: R38 - Irritating to skin
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Control Measures
Occupational Health and Safety
? Employers should implement the following engineering controls to minimise
occupational exposure to the notified chemical:
- Closed system during mixing and blending of ingredients with fragrance preparations
containing the notified chemical, particularly if aerosol formation is likely.
- Local exhaust ventilation during mixing and blending of ingredients with fragrance
preparations containing the notified chemical.
? Employers should implement the following safe work practices to minimise
occupational exposure during handling of the notified chemical:
- Prevent splashes and spills.
? Employers should ensure that the following personal protective equipment is used by
workers to minimise occupational exposure to the notified chemical during
formulation of fragrance preparations containing it into consumer products:
- Chemical resistant gloves, protective overalls and goggles/faceshield.
- Personal respiratory equipment during mixing and blending of ingredients with
fragrance preparations containing the notified chemical.
Guidance in selection of personal protective equipment can be obtained from Australian,
Australian/New Zealand or other approved standards.
? A copy of the MSDS should be easily accessible to employees.
? If products and mixtures containing the notified chemical are classified as hazardous
to health in accordance with the NOHSC Approved Criteria for Classifying
Hazardous Substances, workplace practices and control procedures consistent with
provisions of State and Territory hazardous substances legislation must be in
operation.
Disposal
? The notified chemical should be disposed of to landfill.
Emergency procedures
? Gross spillages should be contained by the use of sand or inert powder. Any absorbent
rags used for cleaning up spills should be disposed of promptly, preferably by
incineration.
? Do not discharge directly into drains, soil or the aquatic environment.
Secondary Notification
The Director of Chemicals Notification and Assessment must be notified in writing within 28
days by the notifier, other importer or manufacturer:
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Under Section 64(1) of the Act; if
- the importation volume exceeds one tonne per annum notified chemical;
or
Under Section 64(2) of the Act:
- if any of the circumstances listed in the subsection arise.
The Director will then decide whether secondary notification is required.
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L-Tyrosine methyl ester hydrochloride
Summary Report
Reference No: STD/1113
Procter & Gamble Australia Pty Ltd (ABN 91 008 396 245) of 320 Victoria Road Rydalmere
NSW 2116 has submitted a standard notification statement in support of their application for
an assessment certificate for L-Tyrosine methyl ester hydrochloride. The notified chemical is
intended to be used as a hair conditioning agent at maximum 0.014% in leave-on or rinse-off
haircare formulations, which will be supplied in consumer size packages ready for retail sale.
Up to 1125 kg of the notified chemical will be imported per annum for each of the first five
years.
ASSESSMENT OF PUBLIC, OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY AND
ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
Hazard Assessment
Based on the available data the notified chemical is classified as hazardous under the NOHSC
Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances. The classification and labelling
details are:
R36 ?Irritating to eyes.
Occupational Health and Safety
There is Low Concern to occupational health and safety under the conditions of the
occupational settings described.
Public Health
There is No Significant Concern to public health when used in the proposed manner.
Environmental Effects
On the basis of the PEC/PNEC ratio, the notified chemical is not considered to pose a risk to
the environment based on its reported use pattern.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Regulatory Controls
Hazard Classification and Labelling
? The NOHSC Chemicals Standards Sub-committee should consider the following
health hazard classification for the notified chemical:
- R36 ?Irritating to eyes.
? Use the following risk phrases for products/mixtures containing the notified chemical:
- > 20%: R36 (Obligatory) ?Irritating to eyes.
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Control Measures
Occupational Health and Safety
? Employers should implement the following safe work practices to minimise
occupational exposure during handling of the notified chemical as introduced in the
lubricant additive package:
- Adequate training for staff in safe handling procedures;
Guidance in selection of personal protective equipment can be obtained from Australian,
Australian/New Zealand or other approved standards.
? A copy of the MSDS should be easily accessible to employees.
? If products and mixtures containing the notified chemical are classified as hazardous
to health in accordance with the NOHSC Approved Criteria for Classifying
Hazardous Substances, workplace practices and control procedures consistent with
provisions of State and Territory hazardous substances legislation must be in
operation.
Disposal
? The notified chemical should be disposed of to landfill.
Emergency procedures
? Spills/release of the notified chemical should be handled by containing, adsorbing
with inert, damp, non-combustible material and flushing the area with flooding
amounts of water.
? Do not contaminate drainage or waterways.
? Avoid direct discharge into drains.
Secondary Notification
The Director of Chemicals Notification and Assessment must be notified in writing within 28
days by the notifier, other importer or manufacturer:
Under Section 64(2) of the Act:
- if any of the circumstances listed in the subsection arise.
The Director will then decide whether secondary notification is required.
No additional secondary notification conditions are stipulated.
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Z-54
Summary Report
Reference No: PLC/455
Lubrizol International Inc (ABN 52 073 495 603) of 28 River Street Silverwater NSW 2128
has submitted a synthetic polymer of low concern (PLC) notification statement in support of
their application for an assessment certificate for Z-54. The notified polymer is intended to be
used as a detergent in passenger car and heavy-duty diesel engine oils. Less than 1000 tonnes
of the notified polymer will be imported per annum for each of the first five years.
ASSESSMENT OF PUBLIC, OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY AND
ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
Hazard Assessment
The notified polymer meets the PLC criteria and can therefore be considered to be of low
hazard. The toxicological studies undertaken with notified polymer indicate that it has low
acute oral toxicity and is not genotoxic nor mutagenic. No toxicological significant changes
were observed in a subchronic repeat dose study.
Occupational Health and Safety
There is Low Concern to occupational health and safety under the conditions of the
occupational settings described.
Public Health
There is Low Concern to public health when used in as described in the notification.
Environmental Effects
The polymer is not considered to pose a risk to the environment based on its reported use
pattern.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Control Measures
Occupational Health and Safety
? No specific engineering controls, work practices or personal protective equipment are
required for the safe use of the notified polymer itself, however, these should be
selected on the basis of all ingredients in the formulation.
Guidance in selection of personal protective equipment can be obtained from Australian,
Australian/New Zealand or other approved standards.
? A copy of the MSDS should be easily accessible to employees.
? If products and mixtures containing the notified polymer are classified as hazardous to
health in accordance with the NOHSC Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous
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Substances, workplace practices and control procedures consistent with provisions of
State and Territory hazardous substances legislation must be in operation.
Disposal
? The notified chemical will be a component of waste oil. It should be disposed of by
recycling as waste oil or incinerated in accordance with approved State or Territory
waste management regulations. Emptied containers (1-4 L) should be sent to landfill
for disposal. Emptied drums should be sent to drum recyclers for steam cleaning prior
to re-use, with wastewater treated and oil component concentrated prior to recycling
as waste oil by licensed waste contractors. Every effort should be made to prevent the
notified chemical from entering waterways.
Emergency procedures
? Spills/release of the notified chemical should be handled by stoping the source of the
spill where possible. Then containing the release to prevent further contamination of
soil, surface water or ground water. Clean up spill as soon as possible by applying
non-combustible adsorbent materials in disposable containers and dispose of in a
manner consistent with government regulations.
Secondary Notification
The Director of Chemicals Notification and Assessment must be notified in writing within 28
days by the notifier, other importer or manufacturer:
Under subsection 64(1) of the Act; if
- the notified polymer is introduced in a chemical form that does not meet the PLC
criteria.
or
Under subsection 64(2) of the Act:
- if any of the circumstances listed in the subsection arise.
The Director will then decide whether secondary notification is required.
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Polymer in Dynapol LS 436-12
Summary Report
Reference No: PLC/457
Degussa Coatings & Colorants Pty Ltd (ABN 16 079 823 313) of 30 Commercial Drive
Dandenong VIC 3175 has submitted a synthetic polymer of low concern (PLC) notification
statement in support of their application for an assessment certificate for Polymer in Dynapol
LS 436-12. The notified polymer will be imported as a 60% elastifying component of the
product Dynapol LS 436-12 for use in the manufacture of solvent based pigment dispersions
(which will then be incorporated into coloured inks and paints) and industrial can coatings.
Up to 30 tonnes of the notified polymer will be imported per annum for each of the first five
years.
ASSESSMENT OF PUBLIC, OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY AND
ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
Hazard Assessment
The notified polymer meets the PLC criteria and therefore can be considered to be of low
hazard.
Occupational Health and Safety
There is Low Concern to occupational health and safety under the conditions of the
occupational settings described.
Public Health
There is Low Concern to public health when used in accord with directions printed on the
label of consumer size paint products.
Environmental Effects
The polymer is not considered to pose a risk to the environment based on its reported use
pattern.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Control Measures
Occupational Health and Safety
? No specific engineering controls, work practices or personal protective equipment are
required for the safe use of the notified polymer itself, however, these should be
selected on the basis of all ingredients in the formulation.
Guidance in selection of personal protective equipment can be obtained from Australian,
Australian/New Zealand or other approved standards.
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? In the interest of occupational health and safety, the following guidelines and
precautions should be observed for use of Dynapol LS 436-12 and its end use
products:
- Adequate local and general ventilation in areas of formulation and application of
paints, including the spray booth;
- Documented standard operating instructions and procedures;
- Adequate training for staff in handling paint products, including enforcing the
adherence of industrial spray painters to the National Guidance Material for Spray
Painting;
- Implementation of general health surveillance and monitoring programs as
required.
? A copy of the MSDS should be easily accessible to employees.
? If products and mixtures containing the notified polymer are classified as hazardous to
health in accordance with the NOHSC Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous
Substances, workplace practices and control procedures consistent with provisions of
State and Territory hazardous substances legislation must be in operation.
Environment
? The following control measures should be implemented by the formulators to
minimise environmental exposure during formulation and application of the paint
containing the notified polymer:
- Do not allow the notified polymer and paint products containing it to enter sewer or
containers to contaminate drains, waterways or server.
Disposal
? The notified polymer wastes generated during industrial application should be
disposed of through a licensed waste contractor.
Emergency procedures
? Spills/release of the notified polymer should be handled by qualified personnel. Do
not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system. Take up the spills mechanically
or with an adsorbent material, either sand, diatomaceous earth, universal adsorbent or
saw dust and dispose of appropriately.
Secondary Notification
The Director of Chemicals Notification and Assessment must be notified in writing within 28
days by the notifier, other importer or manufacturer:
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Under subsection 64(1) of the Act; if
- the notified polymer is introduced in a chemical form that does not meet the PLC
criteria.
or
Under subsection 64(2) of the Act:
- if any of the circumstances listed in the subsection arise.
The Director will then decide whether secondary notification is required.
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Infineum C9535
Summary Report
Reference No: PLC/492
Infineum Australia Pty Ltd (ABN 24084881863) of 2/6 Riverside Quay, Southbank, VIC has
submitted a synthetic polymer of low concern (PLC) notification statement in support of their
application for an assessment certificate for Infineum C9535. The notified polymer is
intended to be used as a cold flow additive for use in diesel fuels. One to two hundred tonnes
of the notified polymer will be imported per annum for each of the first five years.
ASSESSMENT OF PUBLIC, OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY AND
ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
Hazard Assessment
Based on the available toxicological data, the notified polymer is expected to display low
acute oral and dermal toxicity, low repeated-dose toxicity and low potential for in vitro
mutagenicity or clastogenicity. In addition, the notified polymer meets the PLC criteria and
can therefore be considered to be of low hazard.
Occupational Health and Safety
There is Low Concern to occupational health and safety under the conditions of the
occupational settings described.
Public Health
There is Negligible Concern to public health based on its reported use pattern.
Environmental Effects
The polymer is not considered to pose a risk to the environment based on its reported use
pattern.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Control Measures
Occupational Health and Safety
? No specific engineering controls, work practices or personal protective equipment are
required for the safe use of the notified polymer itself, however, these should be
selected on the basis of all ingredients in the formulation.
Guidance in selection of personal protective equipment can be obtained from Australian,
Australian/New Zealand or other approved standards.
? A copy of the MSDS should be easily accessible to employees.
? If products and mixtures containing the notified polymer are classified as hazardous to
health in accordance with the NOHSC Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous
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Substances, workplace practices and control procedures consistent with provisions of
State and Territory hazardous substances legislation must be in operation.
Disposal
? The notified polymer should be disposed of by incineration
Emergency procedures
Land spill
? If the notified polymer is spilled outside the workplace, the liquid should be prevented
from entering sewers, watercourses or low areas. The liquid should be contained with
sand or earth and recovered by pumping or by absorption into sand or earth before
being disposed in an approved manner.
Water spill
? The spill should be removed from the surface of the water by skimming or with
suitable absorbent. If appropriate, sinking and/or dispersants may be used in non-
confined waters.
Secondary Notification
The Director of Chemicals Notification and Assessment must be notified in writing within 28
days by the notifier, other importer or manufacturer:
Under subsection 64(1) of the Act; if
- the notified polymer is introduced in a chemical form that does not meet the PLC
criteria.
or
Under subsection 64(2) of the Act:
- if any of the circumstances listed in the subsection arise.
The Director will then decide whether secondary notification is required.
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18 ACCESS TO FULL PUBLIC REPORT
NICNAS publishes a Full Public Report for each new chemical assessed. These reports are
available for public inspection at the library of the National Occupational Health & Safety
Commission at their Canberra office by appointment only. Please call the library on (02)
6279 1161 or (02) 6279 1163 to arrange to view the Full Public Report.
Reports can also be viewed and downloaded free of charge from our website at
www.nicnas.gov.au. Copies of these reports may also be requested, free of charge, by
contacting the Administration Section of NICNAS by phone: (02) 8577 8816 or fax: (02)
8577 8888.
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19 LOW VOLUME CATEGORY PERMITS
The permits listed in Table 2 were issued to import or manufacture the following chemicals
under section 21U of the Industrial Chemicals (Notification and Assessment) Act 1989. Low
Volume Category Permits are approved for 36 months.
Table 1
Low Volume Category Permits
PERMIT COMPANY COMPANY CHEMICAL OR TRADE HAZARDOUS USE DATE
NUMBER NAME POSTCODE NAME SUBSTANCE
665 Toyo Inks 3137 Silane Yes Component 28/9/04
Australia Pty Hexyltrimethoxy of ink for
Ltd testing
666 Chemetall 3153 HN-130 No Surface 30/9/04
(Australia) Pty coating
Ltd
667 Epson Australia 2113 Liojet WD Yellow No Component 30/9/04
Pty Ltd 008C of printing
ink
669 Epson Australia 2113 Liojet WD Magenta No Component 30/9/04
Pty Ltd 008C of printing
ink
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20 COMMERCIAL EVALUATION CATEGORY PERMIT
The permits listed in Table 1 were issued to import or manufacture the following chemicals
for commercial evaluation under section 21G of the Industrial Chemicals (Notification and
Assessment) Act 1989.
Table 2
Commercial Evaluation Category Permits
PERMIT COMPANY NAME COMPANY CHEMICAL HAZARDOUS QUANTITY USE PERIOD
NUMBER POSTCODE OR TRADE SUBSTANCE APPROVED
NAME
596 Baker Petrolite 3195 FLO Alkene No 2000 kg Hydrocarbon 1 year
Copolymer fluid additive
597 Mitsui & Co (Aust) 2000 FSH Yes 2500 kg Component of 1 year
Ltd thermoset
system
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21 NOTICE OF CHEMICALS ELIGIBLE FOR LISTING ON THE AUSTRALIAN
INVENTORY OF CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES FIVE YEARS AFTER ISSUING OF
ASSESSMENT CERTIFICATES
Notice is given in accordance with section 14(1) of the Industrial Chemicals (Notification
and Assessment) Act 1989, that the following chemicals have been added to the Australian
Inventory of Chemical Substances.
Table 3
Chemicals Eligible for Listing on the Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances
CHEMICAL NAME CAS MOLECULAR
NUMBER FORMULA
Cyclohexaneacetaldehyde, alpha-methyl- 2109-22-0 C9H16O
54640-88-9 (C8H15NO2.C5H8
2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, methyl ester,
polymer with ethyl 2-propenoate, N-[(2- O2.C5H8O2.C3H4
methylpropoxy)methyl]-2-propenamide and O2)x
2-propenoic acid
174514-04-6 Unspecified
1-Naphthalenamine, N-[(1,1,3,3-
tetramethylbutyl)phenyl]-, reaction products
with diphenylamine and 2,4,4-
trimethylpentene
28902-18-3 (C10H18O4.C8H6O
1,3-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, polymer with
1,4-benzenedicarboxylic acid, decanedioic 4.C8H6O4.C6H10O
acid, 1,2-ethanediol and hexanedioic acid 4.C2H6O2)x
Fatty acids, C14-18 and C16-18-unsatd., 85711-46-2 Unspecified
maleated
744198-64-9 Unspecified
Phenol, 4,4'-(1-methylethylidene)bis-,
polymer with (chloromethyl)oxirane and
oxirane, reaction products with N-(1,3-
dimethylbutylidene)-N'-[2-[(1,3-
dimethylbutylidene)amino]ethyl]-1,2-
ethanediamine and 2- (methylamino)ethanol,
hydrolyzed, acetates (salts)
744198-65-0 Unspecified
Isocyanic acid, polymethylenepolyphenylene
ester, polymer with 2-ethyl-2-
(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-propanediol and 1,2-
propanediol,2-butoxyethanol- and 2-(2-
butoxyethoxy)ethanol- and iso-Bu alc.- and
1-methoxy-2-propanol-blocked
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744198-60-5 Unspecified
Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, reaction
products with bisphenol A-N-(1,3-
dimethylbutylidene)-N'-[2-[(1,3-
dimethylbutylidene)amino]ethyl]- 1,2-
ethanediamine-2-(methylamino)ethanol
polymer and hydrolyzed bisphenol A-
epichlorohydrin polymer ether with
polyethylene glycol
91995-81-2 Unspecified
Fatty acids, C10-20 and C16-18-unsatd.,
reaction products with triethanolamine, di-
Me sulfate-quaternized
740801-64-3 (C15H16O2.(C3H6
Phenol, 4,4'-(1-methylethylidene)bis-,
polymer with alpha-(2-aminomethylethyl)- O)nC6H16N2O.(C3
omega-(2- H6O)nC6H10O3.C3
aminomethylethoxy)poly[oxy(methyl-1,2- H5ClO)x.C2H4O2
ethanediyl)], (chloromethyl)oxirane and
alpha-(oxiranylmethyl)-omega-
(oxiranylmethoxy)poly[oxy(methyl-1,2-
ethanediyl)], monoacetate (salt)
13463-98-4 C20H30O2.紺a
1-Phenanthrenecarboxylic acid,
1,2,3,4,4a,4b,5,6,10,10a-decahydro-1,4a-
dimethyl-7-(1-methylethyl)-, calcium salt,
(1R,4aR,4bR,10aR)-
4H-3,1-Benzoxazin-4-one, 2,2'-(1,4- 18600-59-4 C22H12N2O4
phenylene)bis-
163661-77-6 C35H38N8O2.2Cl
2-[Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]-1,3,5-triazin-
4,6-diylbis{4-[2-(4-iminophenyl)vinyl-N-
methylpyridinium dichloride
2,5-Furnadione, polymer with (1- 60092-15-1 (C9H10. C4H2O3)x.
methyethenyl)benzene, sodium salt xNa
2-Propenoic acid, telomer with 1- 95038-69-0 C12H26S.(C11H20O
dodecanethiol and 2-ethylhexyl 2-propenoate 2.C3H4O2)x
56045-52-4 (C8H6O4.C6H14O3
1,3-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, polymer with
2,2-dimethyl-1,3-propanediol, 2-ethyl-2- .C6H10O4.C5H12O
(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-propanediol, 2,5- 2.C4H2O3)x
furandione and hexanedioic acid
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