SOFPRENE

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This mixture was not tested. The provided information regarding the effects in the widest sense of this product on health and in plants are obtained from the information about individual components using the conventional calculation procedure described in the Dangerous Preparations Directive (1999/45/EC) and in the European regulation N°1272/2008. For this product there is no need for classification as, according to European Directive 1999/45/CE, it is non-hazardous; nevertheless this mixture may contain hazardous components, yet listed as ingredients in tabs at point 3, which, alone or considered in a mixture, can cause reactions not fully tested at the time.

2.2 Label elements

The product does not require a hazard symbol label in accordance with Directive 1999/45/CE and the European regulation N°1272/2008 criteria.

Signal word

Directive 1999/45/CE - Reg. (CE) N. 1272/2008 -

2.3 Other hazards

PBT/vPvB assessment: The product does not contain any substance meeting the criteria for PBT (persistent, bioaccumulable, toxic) or vPvB (very persistent, very bioaccumulable) in an amount greater than or equal to 0.1 wt% in accordance with Annex XIII to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH). Safety standards and good practices in protection, treatment, handling and use of chemicals must be observed.  The material is in the form of pellets and if it is used correctly there are no significant risks.  There is a risk of slipping if the material is spilled on the floor.  During processing, fumes or vapours may be generated that must not be inhaled. Consequently a suitable suction apparatus is needed.  The molten material may cause burns and flames  During handling, dust and airborne particles may be generated which can cause mechanical irritation to eyes, skin and mucous tissues. The grinding of moulded parts may accentuate these phenomena; hence, avoid inhalation of any dust present in the workplace.