Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
94-36-0
Name of the chemical
Dibenzoyl peroxide
Concentration
50-70
General Information
Revision date
2015-04-29
Product name
PERKADOX L-50S-PS
Emergency telephone
+18008287929, +13125447188, +31 57 06 79211, 1-800-424-9300, 1-613-996-6666
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Company Information
company name
Akzo Nobel Functional Chemicals LLC
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
RegulatoryAffairs@akzonobel.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H242, H317, H320, H400
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H242
Heating may cause a fire
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
OSHA Emergency Overview Appearance paste Color white Odor faint GHS Classification Organic peroxides, Type E Eye irritation, Category 2B Skin sensitization, Category 1 Acute aquatic toxicity, Category 1
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
H242 Heating may cause a fire. H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction. H320 Causes eye irritation. H400 Very toxic to aquatic life.
Prevention
P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. P220 Keep away from dirt, rust, chemicals in particular. P234 Keep only in original container. P261 Avoid breathing dust or fume. P272 Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face protection.
Response
P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P333 + P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide to extinguish. P391 Collect spillage.
Storage
P403 Store in a well-ventilated place. P410 Protect from sunlight. P420 Store away from other materials.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulation.
Potential health effects
Inhalation Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapors. Skin May cause an allergic skin reaction. May cause skin irritation. Eyes Causes serious eye irritation. Ingestion May cause irritation of the mucous membranes.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
None known. Symptoms of Overexposure The symptoms and effects are as expected from the hazards as shown in section 2. No specific product related symptoms are known. Carcinogenicity: IARC No ingredient of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Organic peroxides, Type E Eye irritation, Category 2B Skin sensitization, Category 1 Acute aquatic toxicity, Category 1