1.0     IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE AND OF THE COMPANY

1.1    Product name:
ASCOGEN^®  /  VANNAGEN^®  /  BIORACING^®  /  ASCOSAN^®

1.2    Distributor/manufacturer:
CHEMOFORMA LTD.
Rheinstrasse 28-32
CH-4302 Augst
Switzerland
Tel.:  +41 61 811 33 55              
Fax:  +41 61 811 28 03 

1.3    Emergency  phone number:
Tel.:  +41 61 811 33 55              

2.0    COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

2.1    Chemical  characterization:
Yeast extract
carrier:
dry brewer’s yeast
Synonyms:
 --

2.2    Dangerous Ingredients
CAS-No.         Content %        MAK-value     Symbol                R-phrases
none

3.0    HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
The product is being used as animal feed supplement. According to Directive 67/548/EC, the product has not to be classified as dangerous substance. The usual precautions for the safe handling of chemicals should be observed.

4.0    FIRST AID MEASURES

4.1    Eye contact:
Rinse eyes with plenty of water for at least 10 minutes. In case of irritation, seek medical advice.

4.2    Skin contact:
Wash affected skin area with soap and water.

4.3    Inhalation:
Remove person to fresh air. In case of irritation or indisposition, seek medical advice.

4.4    Ingestion:
Symptomatic treatment. Seek medical advice.

Show this MSDS to the responsible doctor.

5.0    FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES:

5.1    Self ignition temperature:
Not auto-flammable

5.2    Flammability:
Not flammable

5.3    Lower / upper explosion limits (%):
Dust explosion is unlikely, if the usual industrial hygiene practices are observed.

5.4    Suitable extinguishing media:
Water spray, foam, CO₂, dry powder.

5.5    Special fire fighting procedures:
No special recommendations.

5.6    Dangerous combustion products:
None known.

6.0    ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

6.1    Recommended measures in case of emission or spillage:
Spilled material should be taken up with an industrial vacuum cleaner or swept up manually after wetting with water (to avoid dust formation). Collect in suitable and closed plastic containers. Clean contaminated area with water. Discharge waste water as highly diluted solution or collect for disposal.

6.2    Recommendations for disposal:
Waste should be disposed of according to the national and local regulations.

7.0    HANDLING AND STORAGE

7.1    Recommended precautionary measures for handling:
Wear personal protective equipment and avoid dust formation. Use only in well ventilated rooms or in connection with an appropriate exhaust system.

7.2    Recommended precautionary measures for storage:
Store at cool and dry places, away from pesticides and fertilizers. Protect from humidity. Keep containers tightly closed if not in use. The usual precautions for the safe handling of chemicals should be observed.

8.0    EXPOSURE CONTROL / PERSONAL PROTECTION

8.1    General recommendations:
Avoid dust formation during handling and use appropriate exhaust system or only in sufficient ventilated rooms.

8.2    Eye protection:
No special recommendations. Safety goggles are recommended.

8.3    Hand protection:
No special recommendations.

8.4    Skin protection:
No special recommendations.

8.5    Respiratory protection:
Not necessary in case of normal use. A dust mask is recommended during handling of bulk quantities or at high dust concentrations.

9.0    PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

9.1    Pure substance or mixture:
Multi-component mixture of natural substances

9.2    Physical form:
Powder

9.3    Aspect:
Brownish

9.4    Odor:
Yeast

9.5    pH-value:
n.a.

9.6    Melting point:
Carbonization at higher temperatures

9.7    Solubility in water:
Main part of components is insoluble in water

9.8    Density:
1.4 g/cm³ (20°C)

9.9    Bulk density:
0.58 g/ml

9.10   Vapor pressure:
Negligible at room temperature

9.11   Viscosity:
n.a.

9.12   Flammability:
Not flammable; carbonizes at higher temperatures

9.13   Self ignition temperature:
Not auto-flammable; carbonizes at higher temperatures

9.14   Explosion limits:
Based on the composition of the substance, a dust explosion is unlikely

9.15   Thermal decomposition:
At temperatures > 150°C, the biologically active substances may be deactivated

9.16   Further information:
None

10.0   STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

10.1   Stability:
Stable.

10.2   Incompatibility with other substances:
None known.

10.3   Hazardous decomposition products:
None known. In case of thermal decomposition, carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide as well as unknown organic derivatives may be produced. At temperatures > 150°C, the biologically active substances may be deactivated.

10.4   Dangerous polymerization:
Not to be expected.

11.0   TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

11.1   Acute toxicity:
The product is being used as animal feed supplement. Therefore, there are no toxic effects to be expected after single administration.
Acute oral toxicity: LD₅₀ > 2000 mg/kg; no effects

11.2   Prolonged toxicity:
The product is being used as animal feed supplement. Therefore, there are no toxic effects to be expected after repeated administration.

12.0   ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

12.1   Ready biodegradability:
Biologically completely degradable. No risk to the environment in case of proper disposal (refer to chapter 13). The product is a multicomponent mixture of natural substances and should not be classified as water endangering substance.

12.2   Bio-accumulation:
No bio-accumulation.

13.0   DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

13.1   Method for disposal:
Dispose of in an authorized landfill site or incineration plant. The local and national regulations should be observed.

14.0   TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Not classified according to the transport regulations.

14.1   UN No.
n.a.

14.2   IMDG Code
n.a.

14.3   RID / ADR
n.a.

14.4   ICAO / IATA-DGR
n.a.

14.5   Further information
n.a.

15.0   REGULATORY INFORMATION
According to Directive 67/548/EC, the product has not to be classified as dangerous substance.

16.0   FURTHER INFORMATION
None.

The information and recommendations mentioned in this MSDS are only applicable to our product(s) and not to any combinations with other products. The information contained herein is based on the present state of our knowledge and is intended to describe our products from the point of view of safety requirements. It should therefore not be construed as guaranteeing specific properties. Final determination of the suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user.