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01 Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

Product identifier
Trade name:
PFINDER 800 Aerosol
Article number:
11800145
Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Application of the substance / the preparation
Penetrant for non-destructive crack detection
Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Manufacturer/Supplier:
Pfinder KG
Rudolf-Diesel-Str. 14
D-71032 Bblingen
Tel.: +49 (0)7031 2701-0
Fax : +49 (0)7031 280500
Further information obtainable from:
Research + Development
Tel: +49 (0)7031 2701-73
Fax: +49 (0)7031 2701-51
E-mail: ProductSafety@pfinder.de
Emergency telephone number:
Vergiftungs-Informations-Zentrale
Universittsklinikum Freiburg
Tel.: +49 (0)761 19240

02 Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC or Directive 1999/45/EC
F+ Extremely flammable
Xi Irritant

R 12
Extremely flammable.
R 36
Irritating to eyes.
R 52/53
Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in
the aquatic environment.
Information concerning particular hazards for human and environment:
The product has to be labelled due to the calculation procedure of the "General Classification
guideline for preparations of the EU" in the latest valid version.
Warning! Pressurized container.
In use, may form flammable/explosive vapour-air mixture.
Classification system:
The classification is according to the latest editions of the EU-lists, and extended by company and
literature data.
Label elements
Labelling according to EU guidelines:
The product has been classified and marked in accordance with EU Directives / Ordinance on
Hazardous Materials.

Code letter and hazard designation of product:

F+ Extremely flammable
Xi Irritant
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PRODUCT :

PFINDER 800 Aerosol

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Hazard-determining components of labelling:

butane/ propane
Risk phrases:
R 12
Extremely flammable.
R 36
Irritating to eyes.
R 52/53
Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic
environment.
Safety phrases:
S2
Keep out of the reach of children.
S3
Keep in a cool place.
S 16
Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
S 23e
Do not breathe fumes/aerosol.
S 26
In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical
advice.
S 51
Use only in well-ventilated areas.
S 61
Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/safety data sheets.
Special labelling of certain preparations:
Pressurized container: protect from sunlight and do not expose to temperatures exceeding 50C. Do
not pierce or burn, even after use.
Do not spray on a naked flame or any incandescent material.
Labeled as aerosol under 6(4,5) Ordinance on Hazardous Materials (GefStoffV): Pressurized
container: protect from sunlight and do not expose to temperatures exceeding 50C, i.e. electric lights.
Do not pierce or burn, even after use. Do not spray into open flame and onto glowing surfaces.
Classification in accordance with Directive 75/324/EEC:
Extremely flammable.
Other hazards
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
PBT:
Not applicable.
vPvB:
Not applicable.

03 Composition/information on ingredients
Chemical characterization: Mixtures
Description:
Mixture of glycol ethers, surface active agents, additives, dyes (free of azo dyes) and propellant gas
Dangerous components:
CAS NO.
112-34-5

Description Index R-phrases

2-(2-butoxyethoxy)ethanol
EC number: 203-961-6
Record number 01-2119475104-44
Xi

%
25,0 - <50,0

36
Eye Irrit. 2 - H319
106-97-8

butane
EC number: 203-448-7
F+

25,0 - <50,0

12
Flam. Gas 1 - H220;
74-98-6

H280
propane
EC number: 200-827-9
F+

Press. Gas 5,0 - <10,0

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PRODUCT :

PFINDER 800 Aerosol

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12
Flam. Gas 1 - H220;

120667-70-1

Press. Gas -

H280
Alcylpolyglycolether phosphoric acid ester
N
Xi

2,5 - <5,0

38-41-51/53
Met. Corr.1 - H290, Eye Dam. 1 - H318;
Skin Irrit. 2 - H315;
68920-66-1

Aquatic

Chronic 2 - H411
Alcohols, C12-16 and C18 unsaturated,
ethoxylated
EC number: 500-236-9
Xi

2,5 - <5,0

38
Skin Irrit. 2 - H315
509-34-2

Solvent Red 49
EC number: 208-096-8
Xn
22-37/38-41
Eye Dam. 1 - H318;

102-71-6

1,0 - <2,5

Acute Tox. 4

- H302, Skin Irrit. 2 - H315, STOT SE 3 H335

2,2',2''-nitrilotriethanol
EC number: 203-049-8

1,0 - <2,5

Additional information:
For the wording of the listed risk phrases refer to section 16.

04 First aid measures

Description of first aid measures
General information:
Immediately remove any clothing soiled by the product.
After inhalation:
Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm. Consult doctor if
symptoms persist.
After skin contact:
Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly.
After eye contact:
Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor.
After swallowing:
not relevant (aerosol can)
Information for doctor:
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Headache
Dizziness
Vertigo
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

05 Firefighting measures
Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing agents:
Foam, dry powder, carbon dioxide, water spray jet
For safety reasons unsuitable extinguishing agents:
Water with full jet
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PRODUCT :

PFINDER 800 Aerosol

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Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Can form explosive gas-air mixtures.
Butyldiglycol, butyltriglycol: formation of peroxides is possible with oxygen
Fire gas of organic material has to be classed invariably as respiratory poison.
Vapours are heavier than air and spread on ground.
Product possibly swims up on surface and reinflames.
Advice for firefighters
Protective equipment:
Wear self-contained respiratory protective device.
Wear fully protective suit.
Additional information
Cool endangered receptacles with water spray.
Collect contaminated fire fighting water separately. It must not enter the sewage system.
Heat increases pressure - aerosol cans may burst.

06 Accidental release measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away.
Ensure adequate ventilation
Keep away from ignition sources.
Use respiratory protective device against the effects of fumes/dust/ aerosol.
Environmental precautions:
Inform respective authorities in case of seepage into water course or sewage system.
Do not allow to enter sewers/ surface or ground water.
Do not allow to penetrate the ground/soil.
Methods and material for containment and cleaning up:
Ensure adequate ventilation.
Absorb liquid components with liquid-binding material.
Dispose of the material collected according to regulations.
Reference to other sections
See Section 7 for information on safe handling.
See Section 8 for information on personal protection equipment.
See Section 13 for disposal information.

07 Handling and storage

Handling:
Precautions for safe handling
Ensure good ventilation/exhaustion at the workplace.
Open and handle receptacle with care.
Use solvent-proof equipment.
Use only in well ventilated areas.
Ensure good interior ventilation, especially at floor level. (Fumes are heavier than air).
Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking
Avoid contact with eyes and skin.
Information about fire - and explosion protection:
Keep ignition sources away - Do not smoke.
Protect against electrostatic charges.
Pressurized container: protect from sunlight and do not expose to temperatures exceeding 50C, i.e.
electric lights. Do not pierce or burn, even after use.
Do not spray onto a naked flame or any incandescent material.
Fumes can combine with air to form an explosive mixture.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage:
Requirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles:
Store in a cool location.
Observe official regulations on storing packagings with pressurized containers.
Information about storage in one common storage facility:
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PRODUCT :

PFINDER 800 Aerosol

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Store away from foodstuffs.

Store away from oxidizing agents.
Further information about storage conditions:
Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed receptacles.
Protect from heat and direct sunlight.
Store receptacle in a well ventilated area.
Specific end use(s)
No further relevant information available.

08 Exposure controls/personal protection

Control parameters
Ingredients with limit values that require monitoring at the workplace:
CAS No.
112-34-5
WEL

Designation of material
2-(2-butoxyethoxy)ethanol
Short-term value

101.2
15
67.5
10

mg/m3
ppm
mg/m3
ppm

1810
750
Long-term value
1450
600
Carc (if more than 0.1% of buta-1,3-diene)

mg/m3
ppm
mg/m3
ppm

Long-term value
106-97-8
WEL

butane
Short-term value

DNELs
112-34-5

2-(2-butoxyethoxy)ethanol

Dermal, DNEL: 20 mg/kg/d (worker)

Inhalative, DNEL: 67,5 mg/m/d (worker)
PNECs
112-34-5

2-(2-butoxyethoxy)ethanol

Fresh water, PNEC: 1 mg/l

Freshwater sediment, PNEC: 4 mg/kg
Seawater, PNEC: 0,1 mg/l
Seawater sediment, PNEC: 0,4 mg/kg
Sewage treatment plant, PNEC: 200 mg/l
Additional information:
The lists valid during the making were used as basis.
Exposure controls
Personal protective equipment:
General protective and hygienic measures:
The usual precautionary measures are to be adhered to when handling chemicals.
Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed.
Immediately remove all soiled and contaminated clothing
Avoid contact with the eyes.
Use skin protection cream for skin protection.
Be sure to clean skin thoroughly after work and before breaks.
Do not carry product impregnated cleaning cloths in trouser pockets.
Respiratory protection:
Use suitable respiratory protective device in case of insufficient ventilation.
In case of brief exposure or low pollution use respiratory filter device. In case of intensive or longer
exposure use self-contained respiratory protective device.
Combined filter: Particle-filtering half mask (filter P2 or P3) and gas filter type AX
Protection of hands:
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PFINDER 800 Aerosol

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The glove material has to be impermeable and resistant to the product/ the substance/ the
preparation.
Selection of the glove material on consideration of the penetration times, rates of diffusion and the
degradation
Solvent resistant gloves
Material of gloves
The selection of the suitable gloves does not only depend on the material, but also on further marks of
quality and varies from manufacturer to manufacturer. As the product is a preparation of several
substances, the resistance of the glove material can not be calculated in advance and has therefore to
be checked prior to the application.
Butyl rubber, BR
Fluorocarbon rubber (Viton)
Nitrile rubber, NBR
Penetration time of glove material
The exact break through time has to be found out by the manufacturer of the protective gloves and
has to be observed.
Eye protection:
Safety glasses
Body protection:
Protective work clothing

09 Physical and chemical properties

Information on basic physical and chemical properties
General Information
Appearance:
Aerosol
Form:
Red
Colour:
Mild
Odour:
Not determined.
Odour threshold:
Change in condition
Boiling point/Boiling range:

-42,0 C

Flash point:
Flammability (solid, gaseous):
Self-igniting:
Danger of explosion:

-60,0 C
Not applicable.
Not determined.
Product is not explosive. However, formation of explosive air/vapour
mixtures are possible.

Explosion limits:
Lower:
Upper:
Vapour pressure:
Density:
Solubility in / Miscibility with
water:
Viscosity:
Dynamic:
Kinematic:
Solvent content:
Organic solvents:
VOC (EC)
Other information

1,30 Vol %
10,90 Vol %
3.200,0000 hPa
0,9700 g/cm3 Wirkstoff
Emulsifiable.
Not determined.
Not determined.
41,95 %
388,00 g/l
40,0000 %
No further relevant information available.

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PRODUCT :

PFINDER 800 Aerosol

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10 Stability and reactivity

Reactivity
Chemical stability
Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided:
Flames, sparks, heat.
Possibility of hazardous reactions
Danger of bursting.
Conditions to avoid
Incompatible materials:
Strong oxidizing agents
Dangerous reactions
Reacts with light alloys to form hydrogen.
Hazardous decomposition products:
Glycol ethers: with oxygen formation of peroxides possible
Additional information:
No further relevant information available.

11 Toxicological information
Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity:
LD/LC50 values relevant for classification:
112-34-5

2-(2-butoxyethoxy)ethanol

Oral, LD50: 5660 mg/kg (rat)

Dermal, LD50: 4000 mg/kg (Rabbit)
106-97-8

butane

Inhalative, LC50/4h: 658 mg/l (rat)

120667-70-1

Alcylpolyglycolether phosphoric acid ester

Oral, LD50: >2000 mg/kg (rat)

68920-66-1

Alcohols, C12-16 and C18 unsaturated, ethoxylated

Oral, LD50: >2000 mg/kg (rat)

509-34-2

Solvent Red 49

Oral, LD50: 1830 mg/kg (rat)

102-71-6

2,2',2''-nitrilotriethanol

Oral, LD50: 8000 mg/kg (rat)

Primary irritant effect:
on the skin:
Frequent resp. persistent skin contact may degrease skin, what may cause skin complaints and
dermatitis.
on the eye:
Irritating effect.
Sensitization:
No sensitizing effects known.
Additional toxicological information:
Irritant
The risk assessment of the preparation concerning adverse health effects is based on the available
data.

12 Ecological information
Toxicity
Aquatic toxicity:
112-34-5

2-(2-butoxyethoxy)ethanol

fish, LC50/24h : 2700 mg/l

fish, LC0/48h : 2500 mg/l
Persistence and degradability
Not easily biodegradable
Behaviour in environmental systems:
Bioaccumulative potential
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No further relevant information available.

Mobility in soil
No further relevant information available.
Ecotoxical effects:
Remark:
Harmful to fish
Additional ecological information:
General notes:
Do not allow product to reach ground water, water course or sewage system.
Danger to drinking water if even small quantities leak into the ground.
Harmful to aquatic organisms
Water hazard class 2 (German Regulation) (Self-assessment): hazardous for water
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
PBT:
Not applicable.
vPvB:
Not applicable.
Other adverse effects
No further relevant information available.

13 Disposal considerations
Waste treatment methods
Recommendation
After prior treatment product has to be landfilled or incinerated adhering to the regulations pertaining
to the disposal of especially hazardous waste.
Waste disposal key:
The waste key number has to be specified acc. European Waste Catalogue (depending on branches
and processes).
Uncleaned packaging:
Recommendation:
Also empty containers are still contaminated and have to be disposed by specialists or must be
subjected to recondition. Waste key number: 150110 (EAK)
Emptied containers (< 5 l) may be recycled after cleaning by local companies.

14 Transport information
UN-Number
UN1950
UN1950
UN1950

ADR
IMDG
IATA

UN proper shipping name

1950 AEROSOLS
AEROSOLS
AEROSOLS, FLAMMABLE

ADR
IMDG
IATA

Transport hazard class(es)

ADR
Class
Label

IMDG
Class

2 (5F) Gases.
2.1

2.1
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PRODUCT :

PFINDER 800 Aerosol

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Label

2.1

IATA
Class
Label

2.1

2.1

Packing group
ADR
IMDG
IATA

Environmental hazards:
Not applicable.
Special precautions for user
Warning: Gases.
Danger code (Kemler):
EMS Number:

23
F-D,S-U

Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL73/78 and the IBC Code

Not applicable.
Transport/Additional information:
Not applicable.
Excepted quantities (EQ):
Limited quantities (LQ)
Transport category
Tunnel restriction code

E0
1L
2
D

15 Regulatory information
Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or
mixture
National regulations:
Information about limitation of use:
Employment restrictions concerning juveniles must be observed.
Chemical safety assessment:
A Chemical Safety Assessment has not been carried out for the mixture.

16 Other information
This information is based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for
any specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship.
Relevant phrases
H220
Extremely flammable gas.
H280
Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated.
H290
May be corrosive to metals.
H302
Harmful if swallowed.
H315
Causes skin irritation.
H318
Causes serious eye damage.
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H319
H335
H411

Causes serious eye irritation.

May cause respiratory irritation.
Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

R 12
R 22
R 36
R 38
R 37/38
R 41
R 51/53

Extremely flammable.
Harmful if swallowed.
Irritating to eyes.
Irritating to skin.
Irritating to respiratory system and skin.
Risk of serious damage to eyes.
Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic
environment.
Training hints
BGI 621: Leaflet "Solvent" (ZH 1/319), (M 017)
BGI 660: Leaflet "General protection measurements for hazardous materials handling" (M 053)
BGI 595: Leaflet "Reizende Stoffe - tzende Stoffe / Irriating substances - Corrosive substances" (M
004)
Department issuing MSDS:
Research+Development, Product Safety