REVISION DATE: 14.6.05
SAFETY DATA SHEET
WEST SYSTEM 205 HARDENER
1 IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
PRODUCT NAME WEST SYSTEM 205 HARDENER
PRODUCT NO. 205
SUPPLIER Wessex Resins & Adhesives Limited
Cupernham House
Cupernham Lane
Romsey
Hampshire
S051 7LF
Tel+44(0)1794 521111
Fax+44(0)870 7701032
info@wessex-resins.com
2 COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Name EC No. Classification
CAS-No. Content
AMINES, POLYETHYLENEPOLY- 268-626-9 C;R34 Xn;R21/22 R43 N;R50/53
68131-73-7 30-60%
TETRAETHYLENEPENTAMINE 203-986-2 C;R34 Xn;R21/22 R43 N;R51/53
112-57-2 10-30%
PHENOL 203-632-7 108-95-2 10-30% Muta. Cat. 3;R68 T;R23/24/25 C;R34
Xn;R48/20/21/22
The Full Text for all R-Phrases are Displayed in Section 16
3 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Causes burns. May cause sensitisation by skin contact. Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Harmful: danger of serious
damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause
long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. Possible risk of irreversible effects.
CLASSIFICATION T;R23/24/25. Xn;R48/20/21/22. Mut 3;R68. C;R34. R43. N;R50/53.
4 FIRST-AID MEASURES
INHALATION
Move the exposed person to fresh air at once. Get medical attention if any discomfort continues.
INGESTION
Do not induce vomiting. Immediately rinse mouth and drink plenty of water (200-300 ml). Get medical attention.
SKIN CONTACT
Remove contaminated clothing immediately and wash skin with soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation persists after washing.
EYE CONTACT
Promptly wash eyes with plenty of water while lifting the eye lids. Continue to rinse for at least 15 minutes and get medical attention.
5 FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Carbon dioxide (CO2). Dry chemicals, sand, dolomite etc. Foam. DO NOT use water if avoidable.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES
Move container from fire area if it can be done without risk. Water spray should be used to cool containers. Cool containers exposed to flames
with water until well after the fire is out. Keep run-off water out of sewers and water sources. Dike for water control.
SPECIFIC HAZARDS
In case of fire, toxic and corrosive gases may be formed. Fire creates: Carbon monoxide (CO). Carbon dioxide (CO2). Oxides of: Nitrogen.
PROTECTIVE MEASURES IN FIRE
Use protective equipment appropriate for surrounding materials. Self contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing must be worn in
case of fire.
6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
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PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
Use protective gloves, goggles and suitable protective clothing. Avoid inhalation of vapours and contact with skin and eyes. Provide adequate
ventilation. In case of spills, beware of slippery floors and surfaces.
ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS
Avoid release to the environment. Do not discharge into drains, water courses or onto the ground. Contain spillages with sand, earth or any
suitable adsorbent material. The product should not be dumped in nature but collected and delivered according to agreement with the local
authorities.
SPILL CLEAN UP METHODS
Wear necessary protective equipment. Stop leak if possible without risk. Absorb in vermiculite, dry sand or earth and place into containers.
Containers with collected spillage must be properly labelled with correct contents and hazard symbol. Runoff or release to sewer, waterway or
ground is forbidden. Flush area clean with lots of water. Be aware of potential for surfaces to become slippery.
7 HANDLING AND STORAGE
USAGE PRECAUTIONS
Avoid spilling, skin and eye contact. Keep away from heat, sparks and open flame. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using the product.
Avoid inhalation of vapours.
STORAGE PRECAUTIONS
Store in tightly closed original container in a cool, dry well-ventilated place. Keep away from heat, sparks and open flame. Keep separate
from food, feedstuffs, fertilisers and other sensitive material. Protect from light, including direct sunrays. Store separated from: Acids.
Alkalies. Oxidising material.
STORAGE CLASS
Chemical storage.
8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Name Std LT - ppm LT - mg/m3 ST - ppm ST - mg/m3
PHENOL WEL 2 ppm(Sk)
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
PROCESS CONDITIONS
Provide eyewash station.
ENGINEERING MEASURES
All handling to take place in well-ventilated area.
RESPIRATORY EQUIPMENT
If ventilation is insufficient, suitable respiratory protection must be provided.
HAND PROTECTION
Use protective gloves. The most suitable glove must be chosen in consultation with the gloves supplier, who can inform about the
breakthrough time of the glove material.
EYE PROTECTION
Wear splash-proof eye goggles to prevent any possibility of eye contact.
HYGIENE MEASURES
Wash at the end of each work shift and before eating, smoking and using the toilet. Wash promptly with soap & water if skin becomes
contaminated. When using do not eat, drink or smoke.
SKIN PROTECTION
Wear apron or protective clothing in case of splashes.
9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
APPEARANCE Clear liquid
COLOUR Light (or pale) Amber
ODOUR Amine.
SOLUBILITY Slightly soluble in water.
1.05 20 450 mPas 25
RELATIVE DENSITY VISCOSITY
> 100 CC (Closed cup).
FLASH POINT (癈)
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10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABILITY
Stable under normal temperature conditions and recommended use.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID
Avoid heat, flames and other sources of ignition.
MATERIALS TO AVOID
Strong acids. Strong alkalies. Strong oxidising substances.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Fire or high temperatures may form toxic and corrosive vapours. Fire creates: Carbon monoxide (CO). Carbon dioxide (CO2). Oxides of:
Nitrogen.
11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
INHALATION
Not relevant at normal room temperatures. When heated, irritating vapours may be formed.
INGESTION
Toxic if swallowed. Causes burns. May cause severe internal injury.
SKIN CONTACT
Toxic in contact with skin. May cause sensitisation by skin contact. Causes burns. May cause skin irritation/eczema
EYE CONTACT
May cause chemical eye burns.
ROUTE OF ENTRY
Skin and/or eye contact. Ingestion.
TARGET ORGANS
Skin. Eyes. Gastro-intestinal tract.
MEDICAL SYMPTOMS
Upper respiratory irritation. Skin irritation. Skin contact may cause: Allergic rash. Eye contact may cause: Extreme irritation of eyes and
mucous membranes, including burning and tearing. May cause discomfort if swallowed.
MEDICAL CONSIDERATIONS
Skin disorders and allergies. Persons with rash are directed to skin expert for examination of allergic eczema. Splash in eye requires
examination by eye specialist.
12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ECOTOXICITY
The product contains a substance which is very toxic to aquatic organisms and which may cause long term adverse effects in the aquatic
environment.
BIOACCUMULATION
No data available on bioaccumulation.
DEGRADABILITY
No data available.
13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
DISPOSAL METHODS
Do not allow runoff to sewer, waterway or ground. Dispose of waste and residues in accordance with local authority requirements.
14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
UK ROAD CLASS 8
PROPER SHIPPING NAME CORROSIVE LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S. (TETRAETHYLENEPENTAMINE, PHENOL)
UN NO. ROAD 2922 UK ROAD PACK GR. III
ADR CLASS NO. 8 ADR CLASS Class 8: Corrosive substances.
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ADR PACK GROUP III HAZARD No. (ADR) 86
ADR LABEL NO. 8 & 6.1 HAZCHEM CODE 2X
CEFIC TEC(R) NO. 80GCT1-II+III RID CLASS NO. 8
RID PACK GROUP III UN NO. SEA 2922
IMDG CLASS 8 IMDG PAGE NO. 8 & 6.1
IMDG PACK GR. III EMS F-A, S-B
MFAG See Guide MARINE POLLUTANT No.
UN NO. AIR 2922 ICAO CLASS 8
AIR SUB CLASS 6.1 AIR PACK GR. III
15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
LABELLING
Dangerous for the
Toxic Corrosive
environment
CONTAINS
AMINES, POLYETHYLENEPOLY-
TETRAETHYLENEPENTAMINE
PHENOL
RISK PHRASES
R34 Causes burns.
R43 May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
R23/24/25 Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
Harmful: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation, in
R48/20/21/22
contact with skin and if swallowed.
Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic
R50/53
environment.
R68 Possible risk of irreversible effects.
SAFETY PHRASES
S1/2 Keep locked up and out of the reach of children.
S24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical
S26
advice.
S36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show label
S45
where possible).
S46 If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label.
S60 This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste.
UK REGULATORY REFERENCES
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
EU DIRECTIVES
System of specific information relating to Dangerous Preparations. 2001/58/EEC. Dangerous Substance Directive 67/548/EEC as amended.
Dangerous Preparations Directive 1999/45/EEC.
STATUTORY INSTRUMENTS
Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging for Supply) Regulations 2002 (SI 1689)
APPROVED CODE OF PRACTICE
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002.
GUIDANCE NOTES
Workplace Exposure Limits EH40.
16 OTHER INFORMATION
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REV. NO./REPL. SDS GENERATED B
SDS NO. 10462
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SAFETY DATA SHEET STATUS
Approved.
RISK PHRASES IN FULL
R21/22 Harmful in contact with skin and if swallowed.
R23/24/25 Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
R34 Causes burns.
R43 May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
Harmful: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation, in contact with skin
R48/20/21/22
and if swallowed.
R50/53 Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
R51/53 Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
R68 Possible risk of irreversible effects.
DISCLAIMER
This information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with
any other materials or in any process. Such information is, to the best of the company's knowledge and belief, accurate and
reliable as of the date indicated. However, no warranty guarantee or representation is made to its accuracy, reliability or
completeness. It is the user's responsibility to satisfy himself as to the suitability of such information for his own particular use.
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