SAFETY DATA SHEET HYCOOL® - Addcon

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SAFETY DATA SHEET
HYCOOL®
1. identification of the substance/preparation and of the company/undertaking
Date issued 30.06.2008
Product name HYCOOL®
Use of the substance/preparation Secondary coolant for cooling, freezing and heat pump applications.
Producer
Company name ADDCON Nordic AS
Office address Arthur Bergbysveg 6
Postal address Postboks 2516
Postcode 3908
Place name Porsgrunn
Country NORWAY
Tel +47 35 56 41 00
Fax +47 35 56 41 01
E-mail oyvind.oskarsen.due@addcon.net
Website http://www.addcon.net
Enterprise no. 988 774 677
Prepared by ADDCON Nordic AS Øyvind O. Due telephone: + 47 35 56 41 37
Emergency telephone ADDCON Nordic AS Shift Manager 7/24:+47 35 56 41 30
2. hazards identification
Hazard description The product is not subject to classification.
The product is not classified as environmental hazard, but should
nevertheless be treated carefully and not be flushed into drains, water
incomes or be disposed off in nature.
3. composition/information on ingredients
Component name Identification Labelling/classification Contents
Potassium formate CAS no.: 590-29-4
EC no.: 206-677-9
30 - 50
Water CAS no.: 7732-18-5
EC no.: 231-791-2
50 - 70
Corrosion inhibitor CAS no.: -
EC no.: -
0 - 1.5
Corrosion inhibitor CAS no.: -
EC no.: -
0 - 1,5
Column headings CAS no. = Chemical Abstracts Service; EU (Einecs or Elincs number) =
European inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances; Ingredient
name = Name as specified in the substance list (substances that are not
included in the substance list must be translated, if possible). Contents given
in; %, %wt/wt, %vol/wt, %vol/vol, mg/m3, ppb, ppm, weight%, vol%
HH/HF/HE T+ = Very toxic, T = Toxic, C = Corrosive, Xn = Harmful, Xi = Irritating, E
= Explosive, O = Oxidizing, F+ = Extremly flammable, F = Very flammable,
N = Environmental hazard
Component comments For complete text to risk phrases used in this section, see section 16.
The components number 1 and number 3 are classified according to
information from manufacturer.

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4. first-aid measures
General Immediately move the patient from the source of exposure. General first aid.
Move to fresh air, keep the patient warm and at rest. If unconscious: Loosen
tight clothing, place in stable position on one side. Give artificial respiration if
breathing has stopped. Contact a physician.
Inhalation Flush mouth, nose and throath with lots of water. Summon physician if
discomfort persists.
Skin contact Remove contaminated clothing and flush skin with copious amounts of water.
Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. If skin is very dry after washing,
use lotion. Get medical advice if discomfort persist.
Eye contact Flush immediately with lukewarm, running water for at least 15 minutes, also
under the eyelids. Summon physician and continue flushing until physician
arrives.
Ingestion DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING! Rinse mouth thoroughly and give large
amounts of milk or water to drink if person is conscious. Get medical advice
immediately.
Information for health personnel Formates can be metabolized to formic acid.
Contact the national Poisons Information Centre. General medical examination.
5. fire-fighting measures
Suitable extinguishing media Use dry powder, carbon dioxide or foam.
Fire and explosion hazards The product is not flammable. Heating to 360 ºC will make the material
decompose to hydrogen and potassiumoxalate.
Personal protective equipment Generally: Evacuate all persons. Wear complete protective suit for fire
extinguishing. Use self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear
when the product is involved in fire.
Other Information Tthe fire should be extinguished from a safe place.
Containers exposed to flames can be cooled with water. Move containers if
possible without any risk.
6. accidental release measures
Personal precautions Ensure good ventilation. Avoid skin and eye contact. Use personal protective
equipment, see section 8.
Environmental precautions Avoid emissions of considerable amount to water or drains. Inform appropriate
authorities if large amounts are involved.
Methods for cleaning Mix the chemical with an inert material (sand, vermiculite, etc.) and place in
a suitable container. Label containers with the name and the composition of
the product. Finish treatment of area with water. Dispose of in accordance
with section 13.
7. handling and storage
Handling Ensure good ventilation. Avoid skin and eye contact. Use personal protective
equipment, see section 8.
Storage Store in a dry, well ventilated place. Protect against direct sunlight.
8. exposure controls/personal protection
Exposure controls
Occupational exposure controls Value the most appropriate way for controlling the exposure of chemicals to
air, and if mobile or stationary test methods are most convenient.
Ensure good ventilation. Eye wash facilities and shower near working area.
All protective equipment should be labelled with CE.
Wash hands after working with the product and before breakes. .
Respiratory protection Normally not necessary.
Hand protection Use protective gloves of impervious material, e.g.: rubber gloves. Penetration

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time is not tested for this material, change gloves often. The penetration time
might vary with exposure time, the type of work and the thickness of the
glove material.
Eye protection Wear goggles or face shield if there is a possibility of eye contact.
Skin protection (other than of the
hands)
9. physical and chemical properties
Physical state Liquid
Odour Slight
Colour Colorless
Solubility in water Soluble
Specific gravity 1,2 - 1,35 g/cm³
Boiling point 116
Boiling point Value: °C
pH (as supplied) 11 +/- 0,2
Flash point > 100
Flash point Value: °C
Vapour pressure 20 mmHg (20ºC)
Viscosity 1,8 - 2,6 cP (20ºC)
10. stability and reactivity
For work involving chemical spills, it is recommended to wear a full body suit
to protect against penetration by the chemicals.
Materials to avoid Avoid strong oxidizers; Nirtic acid, Hydrogen peroxide and Sulphuric acid.
Hazardous decomposition products Heating to 360 ºC will make the material decompose to hydrogen and
potassiumoxalate.
11. toxicological information
Toxicological Information:
Oral toxicity LD50(mouse)=5500mg/kg
Other information regarding health hazards
Inhalation Inhalation of fumes may cause irritation of respiratory system. At normal
conditions the product has low evaporation rate.
Skin contact Prolonged or repeated contact may cause redness and irritation.
Eye contact Contact with eyes will cause severe smarting, irritation and tears.
Ingestion May cause some irritation to mouth, throat and stomach. Discomfort.
12. ecological information
Other ecological information
Ecotoxicity LC50 Daphnia magna, 48 h: 2500 mg/L
LC50 Rainbow trout, 48 h: 4600 mg/L
Mobility Soluble in water.
Persistence and degradability Readily biological degradable.
Other adverse effects / Remarks The product is not classified as environmental hazard, but should
nevertheless be treated carefully and not be flushed into drains, water
incomes or be disposed off in nature.
If considerably amounts are emitted into lakes, there might be a lokal
increase in pH.
13. disposal considerations
Specify the appropriate methods of
disposal
Not classified as hazardous waste. Small quantities may be flushed away with
large amounts of water. Large amounts should be disposed of at approved
waste facility, or alternatively for recirculation if possible.

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14. transport information
Dangerous goods ADR Status: No
Dangerous goods IMDG Status: No
Dangerous goods ICAO/IATA Status: No
Other applicable information. Not classified as dangerous goods.
15. regulatory information
Composition on the label Potassium formate: 30 - 50 %, Water: 50 - 70 %, Corrosion inhibitor: 0 -
1.5 %
References (laws/regulations) Norwegian substances list (stoffliste) 2002 (Statens forurensningstilsyn,
Arbeidstilsynet, Direktoratet for brann og eksplosjonsvern). (67/548 EC,
appendix .1 with amendments 2001/58EEC)
Norwegian occupational exposure limit values (Administrative normer for
forurensning i arbeidsatmosfære (Arbeidstilsynet, best.nr. 361)).
ADR, RID, IMDG, IATA.
Micromedex Tomes CPS System.
Classification and labelling of hazardous chemicals, (Statens
forurensningstilsyn, Arbeidstilsynet, Direktoratet for brann- og elsikkerhet)2002)
(67/548/EC and 1999/45/EC)
Hazardous waste (SFT 2003) (91/689/EC, 94/31/EC, 2000/532/EC,
2001/118/EC, 2001/119/EC og 2001/573/EC) (01.08.2002) (Direktiv 91/155/EØF,
direktiv 93/112/EØF, direktiv 1999/45/EF artikkel 14 og direktiv 2001/58/EF).
Guidelines for Health, Environment & Safety datasheets. (01.08.2002)
(91/155/EC, 93/112/EC, 1999/45/EC item 14, 2001/58/EC).
16. other information
Sources of key data used to
MSDS from manufacturer.
compile the safety datasheet
Information which has been added, Issued according to information and MSDS from manufacturer.
deleted or revised
Responsible for safety datasheet ADDCON Nordic AS