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SAFETY DATA SHEET PVDF SOLEF 6012/0000 Revision Date 19.05.2022 SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking 1.1 Product identifier - Trade name PVDF SOLEF 6012/0000 1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against Uses of the Substance/Mixture - For industrial use only 1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet Company SOLVAY FRANCE S.A. 9 rue des Cuirassiers, Immeuble Silex 2 Solvay, F- 69003 LYON Tel: + 33 (0)4 82 54 54 60 E-mail address solvay.com 1.4 Emergency telephone number 670 [CareChem 24] SECTION 2: Hazards identification 2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture Classification (Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008) - Not classified as hazardous product under the regulation above. 2.2 Label elements Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 - Not labelled as hazardous product under the above regulation. 2.3 Other hazards which do not result in classification - If small particles are generated during further processing, handling or by other means, may form combustible concentrations in air. - Thermal decomposition can lead to release of toxic and corrosive gases. Ecological information The substance/mixture does not contain components considered to have endocrine disrupting properties according to REACH Article 57(f) or Commission Delegated regulation (EU) 2017/2100 or Commission Regulation (EU) 2018/605 at levels of 0.1% or higher. Toxicological information - The substance/mixture does not contain components considered to have endocrine disrupting properties according to REACH Article 57(f) or Commission Delegated regulation (EU) 2017/2100 or Commission Regulation (EU) 2018/605 at levels of 0.1% or higher. P00000033662 Version : 2.01 / EU ( EN ) www.solvay.com 1 / 12 SOLVAY SAFETY DATA SHEET PVDF SOLEF 6012/0000 Revision Date 19.05.2022 SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients 3.1 Substance - Not applicable, this product is a mixture. 3.2 Mixture - Chemical nature Mixture based on polyvinylidene fluoride Information on Components and Impurities Chemical name Ethene, 1,1-difluoro-, homopolymer Identification number CAS-No. : 24937-79-9 Classification Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 Not classified self classification Concentrati on [%] SECTION 4: First aid measures 4.1 Description of first aid measures In case of inhalation - negligible Exposure to decomposition products - Move to fresh air. - Oxygen or artificial respiration if needed. - Symptoms of poisoning may develop many hours after exposure. - Keep under medical supervision for at least 48 hours. In case of skin contact Exposure to decomposition products - Wash off with soap and water. - Immediately apply calcium gluconate gel 2.5% and massage into the "affected area using rubber gloves; continue to massage while repeatedly" applying gel until 15 minutes after pain is relieved. - Consult a physician. In case of eye contact - Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water, also under the eyelids. In case of ingestion - negligible 4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed In case of inhalation Effects - Mechanical irritation from the particulates generated by the product. - The thermal decomposition vapours of fluorinated polymers may cause polymer fume fever with flu-like symptoms in humans, especially when smoking contaminated tobacco. Symptoms Exposure to decomposition products - Headache - Shortness of breath - Cough P00000033662 Version : 2.01 / EU ( EN ) www.solvay.com 2 / 12 SAFETY DATA SHEET PVDF SOLEF 6012/0000 Revision Date 19.05.2022 In case of skin contact Symptoms Exposure to decomposition products - Irritation - Redness - Burn In case of eye contact Effects - Mechanical irritation from the particulates generated by the product. Symptoms Exposure to decomposition products - Irritation - Redness - Burn In case of ingestion Effects - Low ingestion hazard. 4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed Notes to physician - None SECTION 5: Firefighting measures 5.1 Extinguishing media Suitable extinguishing media - Water - powder - Foam - Dry chemical - Carbon dioxide (CO2) Unsuitable extinguishing media - None 5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture - The product is not flammable. - Not explosive - In case of fire hazardous decomposition products may be produced such as: Gaseous hydrogen fluoride (HF), Fluorophosgene 5.3 Advice for firefighters Special protective equipment for firefighters - Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective suit. - When intervention in close proximity wear acid resistant over suit. Further information - Evacuate personnel to safe areas. - Approach from upwind. - Protect intervention team with a water spray as they approach the fire. - Keep containers and surroundings cool with water spray. - Keep product and empty container away from heat and sources of ignition. P00000033662 Version : 2.01 / EU ( EN ) www.solvay.com 3 / 12 SAFETY DATA SHEET PVDF SOLEF 6012/0000 Revision Date 19.05.2022 SECTION 6: Accidental release measures 6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures Advice for non-emergency personnel - Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Advice for emergency responders - Ensure adequate ventilation. - Avoid dust formation. - Material can create slippery conditions. - Sweep up to prevent slipping hazard. - Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. 6.2 Environmental precautions - Should not be released into the environment. - Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system. 6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up - Sweep up or vacuum up spillage and collect in suitable container for disposal. 6.4 Reference to other sections - Refer to protective measures listed in sections 7 and 8. SECTION 7: Handling and storage 7.1 Precautions for safe handling - Ensure adequate ventilation. - Avoid dust formation. - Use personal protective equipment. - Keep away from heat and sources of ignition. - To avoid thermal decomposition, do not overheat. - Take measures to prevent the build up of electrostatic charge. - Clean and dry piping circuits and equipment before any operations. - Ensure all equipment is electrically grounded before beginning transfer operations. Hygiene measures - Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location. - When using do not eat, drink or smoke. - Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday. - Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. 7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities P00000033662 Version : 2.01 / EU ( EN ) www.solvay.com 4 / 12 SAFETY DATA SHEET PVDF SOLEF 6012/0000 Revision Date 19.05.2022 Technical measures/Storage conditions - Keep in properly labelled containers. - Keep away from heat and sources of ignition. - Keep away from combustible material. - Keep away from incompatible products - Provide tight electrical equipment well protected against corrosion. - Refer to protective measures listed in sections 7 and 8. - For additional information, consult the current edition of Guide for the Safe Handling of Fluoropolymers published by PlasticsEurope, Association of Plastics Manufacturers. Packaging material Suitable material - Plastic materials. 7.3 Specific end use(s) - Contact your supplier for additional information SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection 8.1 Control parameters Components with workplace occupational exposure limits Components Particles not otherwise specified (PNOS) Value type TWA Value 10 mg/m3 Basis USA. ACGIH Threshold Limit Values (TLV) Particles not otherwise specified (PNOS) Form of exposure : Inhalable particulate matter TWA 3 mg/m3 USA. ACGIH Threshold Limit Values (TLV) Form of exposure : Respirable particulate matter Threshold limit values of by-products from thermal decomposition: Components with workplace occupational exposure limits Components hydrogen fluoride Value type TWA Value 1,8 ppm 1,5 mg/m3 Basis Europe. Commission Directive 2000/39/EC establishing a first list of indicative occupational exposure limit values hydrogen fluoride STEL 3 ppm 2,5 mg/m3 Europe. Commission Directive 2000/39/EC establishing a first list of indicative occupational exposure limit values P00000033662 Version : 2.01 / EU ( EN ) www.solvay.com 5 / 12 hydrogen fluoride hydrogen fluoride carbonyl difluoride carbonyl difluoride carbonyl difluoride SAFETY DATA SHEET TWA PVDF SOLEF 6012/0000 Revision Date 19.05.2022 0,5 ppm USA. ACGIH Threshold Limit Values (TLV) Danger of cutaneous absorption Expressed as :Fluorine C 2 ppm USA. ACGIH Threshold Limit Values (TLV) Danger of cutaneous absorption Expressed as :Fluorine TWA 2,5 mg/m3 Europe. Commission Directive 2000/39/EC establishing a first list of indicative occupational exposure limit values Expressed as :Fluorine TWA 2 ppm USA. ACGIH Threshold Limit Values (TLV) STEL 5 ppm USA. ACGIH Threshold Limit Values (TLV) 8.2 Exposure controls Control measures Engineering measures - Provide local ventilation appropriate to the product decomposition risk (see section 10). - Refer to protective measures listed in sections 7 and 8. - Apply technical measures to comply with the occupational exposure limits. Individual protection measures Respiratory protection - In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. - In case of dust clouds, dust mask type P2. - Respiratory protection complying with EN 143. - In case of decomposition (see section 10), use an air breathing apparatus with face mask. - Self-contained open-circuit compressed air breathing apparatus (EN 137) - Self-contained closed-circuit breathing apparatus compressed (EN 145) Hand protection - Protective gloves complying with EN 374. Suitable material - Nitrile rubber - PVC - Neoprene gloves - butyl-rubber - Take note of the information given by the producer concerning permeability and break through times, and of special workplace conditions (mechanical strain, duration of contact). Eye protection - Safety goggles - Use eye protection according to EN 166. Skin and body protection - Wear work overall and safety shoes. Hygiene measures - Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location. P00000033662 Version : 2.01 / EU ( EN ) www.solvay.com 6 / 12 SAFETY DATA SHEET PVDF SOLEF 6012/0000 Revision Date 19.05.2022 - When using do not eat, drink or smoke. - Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday. - Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Environmental exposure controls - Dispose of rinse water in accordance with local and national regulations. SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties 9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties Physical state Form Colour Odour Odour Threshold Melting point/freezing point Initial boiling point and boiling range solid pellets translucent white odourless Not applicable Melting point/range: 170 - 175 C Boiling point/boiling range: Not applicable Flammability (solid, gas) The product is not flammable. Flammability (liquids) No data available Flammability/Explosive limit Lower flammability/explosion limit: Not applicable Flash point Auto-ignition temperature Upper flammability/explosion limit: Not applicable The product is not flammable. No data available Decomposition temperature > 290 C pH Viscosity Solubility Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water Vapour pressure Not applicable Viscosity, dynamic : Not applicable Water solubility: insoluble Solubility in other solvents: Dimethylformamide: soluble Dimethyl sulphoxide: soluble N,N-dimethylacetamide: soluble Not applicable Not applicable P00000033662 Version : 2.01 / EU ( EN ) www.solvay.com 7 / 12 SAFETY DATA SHEET Density Relative density Relative vapor density Particle characteristics Evaporation rate (Butylacetate = 1) 9.2 Other information Oxidizing properties Self-ignition Impact sensitivity 1,7 - 1,8 g/cm3 No data available Not applicable Particle size: > 2.000 m Not applicable PVDF SOLEF 6012/0000 Revision Date 19.05.2022 Not considered as oxidizing Not applicable Not explosive SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity 10.1 Reactivity - No dangerous reaction known under conditions of normal use. 10.2 Chemical stability - Stable under recommended storage conditions. 10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions - Under certain conditions, small dust-particles from the product may form flammable and explosive mixtures with the air. 10.4 Conditions to avoid - To avoid thermal decomposition, do not overheat. - The decomposition is promoted at high temperature by silica (glass fibers, etc.), boron, and titanium dioxide. - Keep away from flames and sparks. 10.5 Incompatible materials - Alkali metals (molten form) - Finely divided aluminium - silver - Powdered metals - Strong bases - Esters - Ketones - Silica, boron, and titanium dioxide at high temperature 10.6 Hazardous decomposition products - Gaseous hydrogen fluoride (HF). - Fluorophosgene - Particulates of carbon - Carbon oxides - Other hazardous decomposition products may be formed. SECTION 11: Toxicological information 11.1 Information on hazard classes as defined in Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 Acute toxicity P00000033662 Version : 2.01 / EU ( EN ) www.solvay.com 8 / 12 SAFETY DATA SHEET PVDF SOLEF 6012/0000 Revision Date 19.05.2022 Acute oral toxicity Acute inhalation toxicity No data available No data available Acute dermal toxicity Acute toxicity (other routes of administration) Skin corrosion/irritation No data available No data available No data available Serious eye damage/eye irritation No data available Respiratory or skin sensitisation No data available Mutagenicity Genotoxicity in vitro No data available Genotoxicity in vivo No data available Carcinogenicity No data available Toxicity for reproduction and development Toxicity to reproduction/Fertility Developmental Toxicity/Teratogenicity STOT No data available No data available STOT - single exposure STOT - repeated exposure No data available No data available Aspiration toxicity 11.2 Information on other hazards No data available Endocrine disrupting properties Experience with human exposure Further information The substance/mixture does not contain components considered to have endocrine disrupting properties according to REACH Article 57(f) or Commission Delegated regulation (EU) 2017/2100 or Commission Regulation (EU) 2018/605 at levels of 0.1% or higher. No data available Description of possible hazardous to health effects is based on experience and/or toxicological characteristics of several components. Product dust may be irritating to eyes, skin and respiratory system. The thermal decomposition vapours of fluorinated polymers may cause polymer fume fever with flu-like symptoms in humans, especially when smoking contaminated tobacco. The exposure to decomposition products causes severe irritation of eyes, skin and mucous membranes. SECTION 12: Ecological information 12.1 Toxicity Aquatic Compartment Acute toxicity to fish Acute toxicity to daphnia and other aquatic invertebrates No data available No data available Toxicity to aquatic plants Toxicity to microorganisms Chronic toxicity to fish Chronic toxicity to daphnia and other aquatic invertebrates 12.2 Persistence and degradability Abiotic degradation P00000033662 Version : 2.01 / EU ( EN ) www.solvay.com 9 / 12 No data available No data available No data available No data available No data available SAFETY DATA SHEET Physical- and photo-chemical elimination Biodegradation Biodegradability Ethene, 1,1-difluoro-, homopolymer No data available PVDF SOLEF 6012/0000 Revision Date 19.05.2022 category approach The substance does not fulfill the criteria for ready biodegradability but fulfills the criteria for ultimate aerobic biodegradability Expert judgement Degradability assessment Ethene, 1,1-difluoro-, homopolymer The product is not considered to be rapidly degradable in the environment 12.3 Bioaccumulative potential Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water No data available Bioconcentration factor (BCF) No data available 12.4 Mobility in soil Adsorption potential (Koc) No data available Known distribution to environmental compartments 12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment No data available No data available 12.6 Endocrine disrupting properties The substance/mixture does not contain components considered to have endocrine disrupting properties according to REACH Article 57(f) or Commission Delegated regulation (EU) 2017/2100 or Commission Regulation (EU) 2018/605 at levels of 0.1% or higher. 12.7 Other adverse effects Ecotoxicity assessment Short-term (acute) aquatic hazard Ethene, 1,1-difluoro-, homopolymer Long-term (chronic) aquatic hazard Ethene, 1,1-difluoro-, homopolymer Remarks Not classified due to lack of data. Not classified due to lack of data. Ecological injuries are not known or expected under normal use. SECTION 13: Disposal considerations 13.1 Waste treatment methods Product Disposal - Can be incinerated, when in compliance with local regulations. - The incinerator must be equipped with a system for the neutralisation or recovery of HF. - Dispose of in accordance with local regulations. Advice on cleaning and disposal of packaging - Empty containers can be landfilled, when in accordance with the local regulations. P00000033662 Version : 2.01 / EU ( EN ) www.solvay.com 10 / 12 SAFETY DATA SHEET PVDF SOLEF 6012/0000 Revision Date 19.05.2022 SECTION 14: Transport information ADN/ADNR not regulated ADR not regulated RID not regulated IMDG not regulated IATA not regulated Note: The above regulatory prescriptions are those valid on the date of publication of this sheet. Given the possible evolution of transport regulations for hazardous materials, it would be advisable to check their validity with your sales office. SECTION 15: Regulatory information 15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture Other regulations - Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 December 2008 on classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures, as amended - Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 18 December 2006 concerning the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH), as amended - European Waste Catalogue - Waste codes should be assigned by the user based on the application for which the product was used. Notification status Inventory Information United States TSCA Inventory Status - Listed as active on the TSCA inventory Canadian Domestic Substances List (DSL) - Listed on Inventory Australia Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS) - Listed on Inventory New Zealand. Inventory of Chemical Substances - Listed on Inventory Japan. CSCL - Inventory of Existing and New Chemical Substances - Listed on Inventory Japan. ISHL - Inventory of Chemical Substances - Listed on Inventory Korea. Korean Existing Chemicals Inventory (KECI) - Listed on Inventory China. Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances in China (IECSC) - Listed on Inventory Taiwan. Chemical Substance Inventory (TCSI) - Listed on Inventory Philippines Inventory of Chemicals and Chemical Substances (PICCS) - Listed on Inventory EU. European Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemical (REACH) - If product is purchased from Solvay in Europe it is in compliance with REACH, if not please contact the supplier. P00000033662 Version : 2.01 / EU ( EN ) www.solvay.com 11 / 12 SAFETY DATA SHEET 15.2 Chemical safety assessment - not required PVDF SOLEF 6012/0000 Revision Date 19.05.2022 SECTION 16: Other information Key or legend to abbreviations and acronyms used in the safety data sheet - C: Ceiling limit - STEL: Short term exposure limit - TWA: 8-hour, time-weighted average - ADR: European Agreement on International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road. - ADN: European Agreement on the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Inland Waterways. - RID: European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Rail. - IATA: International Air Transport Association. - ICAO-TI: Technical Instructions for Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods by Air. - IMDG: International Maritime Dangerous Goods. - TWA: Time weighted average - ATE: Estimated value of acute toxicity - EC: European Community number - CAS: Chemical Abstracts Service. - LD50: Substance that causes 50% (half) death in the test animals group (Median Fatal Dose). - LC50: Substance concentration causing 50% (half) death in the test animals group. - EC50: Effective Concentration of the substance causing the maximum of 50%. - PBT: Persistent, Bioaccumulative and Toxic substance. - vPvB: Very Persistent and Very Bioaccumulative. - GHS/CLP/SEA: Classification, labeling, packaging regulation - DNEL: Derived No Effect Level - PNEC: Predicted No Effect Concentration - STOT: Specific Target Organ Toxicity Not all acronyms listed above are referenced in this SDS. NB: In this document the numerical separator of the thousands is the "." (point), the decimal separator is "," (comma). The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. Such information is only given as a guidance to help the user handle, use, process, store, transport, dispose and release the product in satisfactory safety conditions and is not to be considered as a warranty or quality specification. It should be used in conjunction with technical sheets but do not replace them. Thus, the information only relates to the designated specific product and may not be applicable if such product is used in combination with other materials or in any other manufacturing process, unless otherwise specifically indicated. It does not release the user from ensuring he is in conformity with all regulations linked to its activity. P00000033662 Version : 2.01 / EU ( EN ) www.solvay.com 12 / 12