POLYSORBATE 20

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

According to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 (CLP) Classification of the substance or mixture

Adverse physicochemical, human health and environmental effects

To our knowledge, this product does not present any particular risk, provided it is handled in accordance with good occupational hygiene and safety practice

Other hazards which do not result in classification

The substance is not included in the list established in accordance with Article 59(1) of REACH for having endocrine disrupting properties, or is not identified as having endocrine disrupting properties in accordance with the criteria set out in Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2017/2100 or Commission Regulation (EU) 2018/605.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP] Not classified Adverse physicochemical, human health and environmental effects To our knowledge, this product does not present any particular risk, provided it is handled in accordance with good occupational hygiene and safety practice. 2.2. Label elements Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP] No labelling applicable 2.3. Other hazards Other hazards which do not result in classification : The substance is not included in the list established in accordance with Article 59(1) of REACH for having endocrine disrupting properties, or is not identified as having endocrine disrupting properties in accordance with the criteria set out in Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2017/2100 or Commission Regulation (EU) 2018/605. SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients 3.1. Substances Substance type : Polymer Name Product identifier % Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP] TWEEN 20 CAS-No.: 9005-64-5 60 – 100 Not classified EC-No.: 500-018-3 REACH-no: This product is a polymer. We have received confirmation from the supplier to state that the monomers are in accordance with the REACH legislation. 3.2. Mixtures Not applicable SECTION 4: First aid measures 4.1. Description of first aid measures First-aid measures general : Check the vital functions. Unconscious: maintain adequate airway and respiration. Respiratory arrest: artificial respiration or oxygen. Cardiac arrest: perform resuscitation. Victim conscious with laboured breathing: half-seated. Victim in shock: on his back with legs slightly raised. Vomiting: prevent asphyxia/aspiration pneumonia. Prevent cooling by covering the victim (no warming up). Keep watching the victim. Give psychological aid. Keep the victim calm, avoid physical strain. Depending on the victim's condition: doctor/hospital. First-aid measures after inhalation : Remove the victim into fresh air. Respiratory problems: consult a doctor/medical service. First-aid measures after skin contact : Rinse with water. Soap may be used. Take victim to a doctor if irritation persists. First-aid measures after eye contact : Rinse with water. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. First-aid measures after ingestion : Rinse mouth with water. Immediately after ingestion: give lots of water to drink. Do not induce vomiting. Call Poison Information Centre (www.big.be/antigif.html). Ingestion of large quantities: immediately to hospital. Consult a doctor/medical service if you feel unwell. 4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed Symptoms/effects after skin contact : Slight irritation. Symptoms/effects after eye contact : Slight irritation. 4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed Treat symptomatically. SECTION 5: Firefighting measures 5.1. Extinguishing media Suitable extinguishing media : Quick-acting ABC powder extinguisher. Quick-acting BC powder extinguisher. Quick-acting class B foam extinguisher. Quick-acting CO2 extinguisher. Class B foam (alcohol-resistant). Water spray if puddle cannot expand. Unsuitable extinguishing media : Water (quick-acting extinguisher, reel); risk of puddle expansion. Water; risk of puddle expansion. 5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture Fire hazard : DIRECT FIRE HAZARD: Combustible. INDIRECT FIRE HAZARD: Temperature above flashpoint: higher fire/explosion hazard. Hazardous decomposition products in case of fire : Upon combustion: CO and CO2 are formed. 5.3. Advice for firefighters Precautionary measures fire : Exposure to fire/heat: keep upwind. Exposure to fire/heat: seal off low-lying areas. Exposure to fire/heat: have neighbourhood close doors and windows. Firefighting instructions : Cool tanks/drums with water spray/remove them into safety. Protection during firefighting : Heat/fire exposure: self-contained breathing apparatus (EN 136 + EN 137). SECTION 6: Accidental release measures 6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures General measures : Wear protective clothing as described in Section 8 of this safety data sheet. 6.1.1. For non-emergency personnel Protective equipment : Gloves (EN 374). Protective clothing (EN 14605 or EN 13034). Emergency procedures : Mark the danger area. No naked flames. Wash contaminated clothes. 6.1.2. For emergency responders Protective equipment : Do not attempt to take action without suitable protective equipment. For further information refer to section 8: "Exposure controls/personal protection". 6.2. Environmental precautions Avoid release to the environment. Do not discharge into drains or the environment. 6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up For containment : Contain released product, collect/pump into suitable containers. Plug the leak, cut off the supply. Methods for cleaning up : Take up liquid spill into absorbent material, e.g.: sand, earth, vermiculite. Scoop absorbed substance into closing containers. Wash down leftovers with plenty of water. Clean contaminated surfaces with an excess of water. Wash clothing and equipment after handling. Other information : Dispose of materials or solid residues at an authorized site. 6.4. Reference to other sections For further information refer to section 13. See Section 7 for information on safe handling. See Section 8 for information on personal protection equipment. SECTION 7: Handling and storage 7.1. Precautions for safe handling Precautions for safe handling : Keep away from naked flames/heat. In finely divided state: use spark-/explosionproof appliances. Finely divided: keep away from ignition sources/sparks. Carry operations in the open/under local exhaust/ventilation or with respiratory protection. Comply with the legal requirements. Clean contaminated clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Hygiene measures : Observe normal hygiene standards. 7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Storage conditions : Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Keep only in the original container in a cool, well-ventilated place. Storage temperature : 20 °C Heat and ignition sources : KEEP SUBSTANCE AWAY FROM: heat sources. Information on mixed storage : KEEP SUBSTANCE AWAY FROM: oxidizing agents. Storage area : Store in a dry area. Ventilation at floor level. Protect against frost. Meet the legal requirements. Special rules on packaging : SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: closing. correctly labelled. meet the legal requirements. Secure fragile packagings in solid containers. Packaging materials : SUITABLE MATERIAL: glass. 7.3. Specific end use(s) The identified uses for this product are detailed in Section 1.2. SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection 8.1. Control parameters 8.1.1 National occupational exposure and biological limit values No additional information available 8.1.2. Recommended monitoring procedures No additional information available 8.1.3. Air contaminants formed No additional information available 8.1.4. DNEL and PNEC TWEEN 20 (9005-64-5) PNEC (Water) PNEC aqua (freshwater) 0.2 mg/l PNEC aqua (marine water) 0.02 mg/l PNEC aqua (intermittent, freshwater) 0.239 mg/l PNEC (Sediment) PNEC sediment (freshwater) 1.141 mg/kg dwt PNEC sediment (marine water) 1000 mg/kg dwt 8.1.5. Control banding No additional information available 8.2. Exposure controls 8.2.1. Appropriate engineering controls Appropriate engineering controls: Ensure good ventilation of the work station. Emergency eye wash fountains and safety showers should be available in the immediate vicinity of any potential exposure. 8.2.2. Personal protection equipment Personal protective equipment: Wear foot protection. Personal protective equipment symbol(s): 8.2.2.1. Eye and face protection Eye protection: Safety glasses (EN 166) 8.2.2.2. Skin protection Skin and body protection: Protective clothing (EN 14605 or EN 13034) Hand protection: Gloves 8.2.2.3. Respiratory protection Respiratory protection: Respiratory protection not required in normal conditions 8.2.2.4. Thermal hazards No additional information available 8.2.3. Environmental exposure controls Environmental exposure controls: Avoid release to the environment. SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties 9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties Physical state : Liquid Colour : Light yellow to yellow-brown. Appearance : Liquid. Molecular mass : 1227.52 g/mol Odour : Odourless. Odour threshold : Not available Melting point : -64 – 22 °C Atm. press.: 1013 hPa Freezing point : Not available Boiling point : Not available Flammability : Non flammable. Lower explosion limit : Not available Upper explosion limit : Not available Flash point : 148 °C Auto-ignition temperature : Not available Decomposition temperature : Not available pH : 6 (10 %) Viscosity, kinematic : 363.636 mm²/s Viscosity, dynamic : 400 mPa·s (25 °C) Solubility : Soluble in water. Soluble in ethanol. Soluble in methanol. Soluble in propyleneglycol. Soluble in isopropanol. Soluble in ethyleneglycol. Water: complete Partition coefficient n-octanol/water (Log Kow) : Not available Vapour pressure : < 1.3 hPa (20 °C) Vapour pressure at 50°C : Not available Density : 1100 kg/m³ Relative density : 1.1 (25 °C) Relative vapour density at 20°C : Not available Particle characteristics : Not applicable 9.2. Other information 9.2.1. Information with regard to physical hazard classes No additional information available 9.2.2. Other safety characteristics Other properties : Gas/vapour heavier than air at 20°C,Slightly volatile,Neutral reaction SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity 10.1. Reactivity The product is non-reactive under normal conditions of use, storage and transport. 10.2. Chemical stability Stable under normal conditions. 10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions No dangerous reactions known under normal conditions of use. 10.4. Conditions to avoid None under recommended storage and handling conditions (see section 7). 10.5. Incompatible materials No additional information available 10.6. Hazardous decomposition products Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous decomposition products should not be produced. SECTION 11: Toxicological information 11.1. Information on hazard classes as defined in Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 Acute toxicity (oral) : Not classified Acute toxicity (dermal) : Not classified Acute toxicity (inhalation) : Not classified TWEEN 20 (9005-64-5)