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Material Safety Data Sheet

AVAFOAM S1

1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCES/PREPARATION AND THE COMPANY UNDERTAKING


Product Name AVAFOAM S1

Application Foamer for drilling fluids

Supplier Ava S.p.A.


via Salaria 1313/C
00138 ROMA
Italy

Emergency telephone number Off.: +39 06 885611324; +39 06 885611326; +39 06 885611373
Mob.: +39 3355897280; +39 3355234619; +39 3355710385

Telefax +39-06-8889363

2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical description Aqueous solution of anionic surfactants

Hazardous Impurities 25 - 35% Sodium alkyl ethoxy sulphate Xi Irritant R36/38

EINECS-No.

CAS-No.

3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
Inhalation Can cause irritation. Avoid generating aerosols and mists

Skin contact Irritant. Avoid contact with skin

Eye contact Irritant. Wear eye/face protection

Ingestion Do not take internally. May cause mucosal damage

Human health hazards - Chronic Repeated or prolonged skin contact may cause dermatitis

Environmental hazards Do not contaminate ground water system.

Physical and chemical hazards If involved in fire, it can produce toxic fumes

4. FIRST AID MEASURES


Inhalation Remove to fresh air. Obtain medical attention

Skin contact Take off contaminated clothing. Wash off affected area with plenty of
water. If skin irritation persists, obtain medical attention

Eye contact Immediately gently irrigate with plenty of water for at least 15’.
Obtain medical attention

Ingestion Rinse mouth repeatedly with water. Do not induce vomiting. Obtain
medical attention

Other information
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing media In case of fire use water spray, foam, powder, carbon dioxide

Unsuitable extinguishing media None


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AVAFOAM S1

Fire and explosion hazard None.

Protective equipment In case of fire wear a full face positive pressure self contained
breathing apparatus and protective suit

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES


Personal precautions Avoid the contact with eyes and skin. Take off all contaminated
clothing

Environmental precautions Do not discharge into drains or the environment. Do not contaminate
ground water system

Methods for cleaning up Small spills: wash with plenty of water


Large spills: dam up. Reclaim into recovery or salvage drums

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE


Handling Do not take internally. Do not breathe aerosols and mists. Avoid
contact with skin and eyes

Storage conditions Keep containers tightly closed. Avoid strong oxidizing agents

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION


Engineering measures General ventilation is recommended

Exposure limits (ACGIH 2004)

Personal protection equipment


Respiratory protection Respiratory protection not normally needed. Avoid generating
aerosols and mists

Hand/skin protection Impervious gloves. Standard protective clothing

Eye protection Safety glasses

Hygiene measures Eyewash fountain near-by. Keep a safety shower available

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES


Form Liquid

Colour Colourless

Odour Characteristic

Boiling point > 100 °C

Melting point N/A

Flash point (PMCC) > 100 °C

Auto ignition N/A

Explosion limits N/A

Vapour pressure N/E

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Material Safety Data Sheet
AVAFOAM S1
Relative density (20°C) Approx. 1.02

Solubility in water Soluble

pH 6.5 - 7.5

Viscosity N/E

Bulk density N/A

Freezing point N/E

Pour point N/A


Abbreviations: N/A = Not Applicable - N/E = Not Evaluated
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability Stable

Conditions to avoid None

Materials to avoid Strong oxidizing agents

Hazardous decomposition products If involved in fire it may produce toxic fumes

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION


Acute toxicity LD50 (oral rat) > 2000 mg/kg

Primary irritation skin/eye Irritant for skin and eyes

Sensitisation Repeated or prolonged contact may cause dermatitis

Chronic toxicity data Not available data

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION


Persistency and degradation Biodegradable product (BIAS method, Wickbold analysis)

Mobility and Bioaccumulation Not available data

Ecotoxicological effects Not available data

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Do not discharge into drains or the environment, dispose to an authorized waste collection point

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION


Description Not regulated

UN Number N/A

Packing group N/A

ADR/RID

Class ADR 2003 Label: --


ADR 2003 Classif. Code: --
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AVAFOAM S1
Hazard Identification

IMDG

Class Subsidiary risk: -

Em S

IATA

Class
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
EC Classification Xi Irritant

Hazard Symbol

contains: 25 - 35% Sodium alkyl ethoxy sulphate

Risk Phrases R36/38: Irritating to eyes and skin

Safety Phrases S24/25: Avoid contact with eyes and skin.

16. OTHER INFORMATION

This material safety data sheet provides health and safety information. The product is to be used in applications consistent
with AVA technology. Individuals handling this product should be informed of the safety precautions and should have
access to this information.

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