1.0 IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
1.1 Product name: ASCOGEN® / VANNAGEN® / BIORACING® / ASCOSAN®
1.2 Use of the substance/preparation Feed additives
1.3 Company/undertaking identification: Adress: CHEMOFORMA LTD. Rheinstrasse 28-32 CH-4302 Augst Switzerland Tel.: +41 61 811 33 55 Fax: +41 61 811 28 03 Emergency telephone: +41 61 811 33 55
2.0 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
2.1 Classification R43 ........... May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
2.2 Hazard symbols Xi ........... Irritant
2.3 R phases 43 ........... May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
3.0 COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
3.1 Chemical characterization: Brewer's yeast Yeast extract
4.0 FIRST AID MEASURES
4.1 General information: In case of persisting adverse effects, consult a physician. Change contaminated, saturated clothing.
4.2 After inhalation: Remove affected person from the immediate area. Ensure supply of fresh air.
4.3 After skin contact: Wash off immediately with soap and water. Consult a doctor if skin irritation persists.
4.4 After eye contact: Separate eyelids, wash the eyes thoroughly with water (15 min.). Eye treatment by an oculist.
4.5 After ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical advice immediately. Rinse mouth thoroughly with water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
5.0 FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES:
5.1 Suitable extinguishing media: Foam; Carbon dioxide; extinguishing powder; Water mist
5.2 Special exposure hazards arising from the substance or preparation itself, combustion products, resulting gases: In the event of fire, the following can be released: ........... Carbon dioxide (CO2) ........... Carbon monoxide (CO) ........... Nitrogen oxides (NOx) Fire gas of organic material has to be classed invariably as respiratory poison.
5.3 Special protective equipment for fire-fighters: Use self-contained breathing apparatus. Wear protective clothing.
6.0 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
6.1 Personal precautions: Refer to protective measures listed in sections 7 and 8. Ensure adequate ventilation. Avoid dust formation. Keep away sources of ignition.
6.2 Methods for clesning up/taking up: Collect spilled material using an explosion-proof vacuum cleaner or when wet, using a broom. Place and store collected material in any suitable container for disposal adhering to the local provisions. Do not collect in dry condition, risk of dust formation to which persons may be exposed. Clean contaminated surfaces thoroughly with water. When picked up, treat material as prescribed under heading 'Disposal considerations'.
7.0 HANDLING AND STORAGE
7.1 Handling:
7.1.1 Advice on safe handling No special measures necessary if stored and handled as prescribed. Avoid the formation and deposition of dust. Provide good ventilation of working area (local exhaust ventilation, if necessary).
7.1 2 Advice on protection against fire and explosion Dust can form an explosive mixture with air. Take precautionary measures against static charges. Keep away from sources of heat and ignition.
7.2 Storage:
7.2.1 Requirements for storage rooms and vessels Store product in closed containers.
7.2.2 Advice on storage assembly Do not store together with: ........... Pesticides ........... Fertilizers
7.2.3 Further information on storage conditions Keep container tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated place. Protect from atmospheric moisture and water.
8.0 EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
8.1 Exposure limit values: None
8.2 Personal protective equipment:
8.2.1 Respiratory protection If workplace exposure limits are exceeded, a respiration protection approved for this particular job must be worn. In case of dust formation, take appropriate measures for breathing protection in the event workplace threshold values are not specified.
8.2.2 Hand protection In case of intensive contact, wear protective gloves (EN 374). Sufficient protection is given wearing suitable protective gloves checked according to i.e. EN 374, in the event of risk of skin contact with the product. Before use, the protective glove should be tested in any case for its specific work-station suitability (i.e. mechanical resistance, product compatibility and antistatic properties). Adhere to the manufacturer’s instructions and information relating to the use, storage, care and replacement of protective gloves. Protective gloves shall be replaced immediately when physically damaged or worn. Design operations thus to avoid permanent use of protective gloves.
8.2.3 Eye protection Safety glasses (EN 166)
8.2.4 Skin protection Clothing as usual in the feed industry.
8.2.5 General protective and hygiene measures Do not eat, drink or smoke during work time. Keep away from foodstuffs and beverages. Wash hands before breaks and after work. Avoid product contact with skin, eyes and clothing; Have eye wash fountain available. Do not inhale dust.
9.0 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
9.1 General information: Form ............. Powder Colour ........... brownish Odour ........... yeast
9.2 Important health, safety and environmental information:
9.2.1 Changes in physical state Value ........... no data available
9.2.2 Flash point Remarks ........... not applicable
9.2.3 Self ignition Remarks ........... Product is not self igniting.
9.2.4 Explosion limits Remarks ........... not applicable
9.2.5 Density Value ........... 1,4 g/cm³ Reference temperature ........... 20° C
9.2.6 Bulk density Value ........... 0,58 g/ml
9.2.7 Solubility in water Remarks ........... insoluble
9.2.8 Other information Particle size ........... 6 μm (MMD)
10.0 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
10.1 Conditions to avoid Heat, naked flames and other ignition sources.
10.2 Materials to avoid pesticides; fertilizers
10.3 Hazardous decomposition products Carbon dioxide; Carbon monoxide; Nitrous oxides (NOx)
10.4 Thermal decomposition Remarks At temperatures > 150°C, the biologically active substances may be deactivated.
11.0 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
11.1 Acute toxicity
11.1.1 Acute oral toxicity LD50 ........... > 2000 mg/kg
11.2 Irritant/corrosive effects
11.2.1 Irritant effect on skin Species ........... rabbit Evaluation ........... non-irritant Method ........... OECD 404
11.2.2 Irritant effect on eyes Species ........... rabbit Evaluation ........... non-irritant Method ........... OECD 405
11.3 Sensitisation Species ........... guinea pig Evaluation ........... sensitizing Method ........... OECD 406
11.4 Experience in practice When handled appropriately adverse health effects are not to be expected.
12.0 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
12.1 Persistence and degradability
12.1.1 Biodegradability Remarks ........... The product is biodegradable.
12.2 Bioaccumulative potential Remarks ........... Not bioaccumulative.
12.3 Other adverse effects No ecological effect is to be expected, if used and handled as intended.
13.0 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
13.1 Product Allocation of a waste code number, according to the European Waste Catalogue, should be carried out in agreement with the regional waste disposal company.
13.2 Packaging Residuals must be removed from packaging and when emptied completely disposed of in accordance with the regulations for waste removal. Incompletely emptied packaging must be disposed of in the form of disposal specified by the regional disposer.
14.0 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
14.1 Other information (chapter 14.) The product is not defined under national/international road, rail, sea and air transport regulations as a hazardous material.
15.0 REGULATORY INFORMATION
15.1 Labelling in accordance with EC directives The product is classified and labelled in accordance with EC-Directive 67/548/EC. ASCOGEN® / VANNAGEN® / BIORACING® / ASCOSAN®
15.2 Hazard symbols Xi ........... Irritant
15.3 R phrases 43 ........... May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
15.4 S phrases 22 ........... Do not breathe dust. 24 ........... Avoid contact with skin. 37 ........... Wear suitable gloves.
15.5 Council Directive 96/82/EC on the control of major-accident hazards involving dangerous substances Remarks Annex I, part 1 + 2: not mentioned. With regard to possibly appropriate decomposition products see Chapter 10.
16.0 FURTHER INFORMATION
16.1 Sources of key data used to compile the data sheet: EC Directive 67/548/EC resp. 99/45/EC as amended in each case. Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH) as amended in each case. EC Directives 2000/39/EC, 2006/15/EC as amended in each case. National Threshold Limit Values of the corresponding countries as amended in each case. Transport regulations according to ADR, RID, IMDG, IATA as amended in each case. The data sources used to determine physical, toxic and ecotoxic data, are indicated directly in the corresponding chapter.
16.2 Department issuing safety data sheet Harlan Laboratories Ltd. - Business Unit Agro & Chemicals, Zelgliweg 1; CH-4452 Itingen; Tel.: +41 61 975 11 11; Fax: +41 61 971 52 84.
This information is based on our present state of knowledge. However, it should not constitute a guarantee for any specific product properties and shall not establish a legally valid relationship.
