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1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE PREPARATION AND THE COMPANY UNDERTAKING

1.1 IDENTIFICATION OF THE PREPARATION

Trade name: AVAPERM
1.2 APPLICATION
Drilling Mud Additive – Clay Stabilizer
1.3 COMPANY
Name: AVA S.p.A.
Address: Via Salaria, 1313/C – 00138 Rome (ITALY)
Telephone no.: +39 06 8856111
Fax no.: +39 06 8889363
E-mail address: www.avaspa.it
1.4 EMERGENCY PHONE NO.
Company phone no.: Off.: +39 06 885611324; +39 06 885611326; +39 06 885611373
Mob.: +39 3351363386; +39 3355710385

2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPONENTS, THEIR CONCENTRATION AND HAZARDS

EINECS no Concentration Classification

Chemical name of components CAS no
(or ELINCS no) range (%) EC Symbols R-phrases
1,6-Hexanediamine 204-679-6 30-60 124-09-4 C R34, R37, R21/22
Formic Acid 200-579-1 10-30 64-18-6 C R35

3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION

CLASSIFICATION:
Not regulated
PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL HAZARDS:

NEGATIVE EFFECTS:
On health: Avoid contact with eyes and skin
On the environment: Do not allow material to contaminate ground water system
SYMPTOMS DUE TO IMPROPER USE:
None known
ADDITIONAL HAZARDS:
Do not mix with strong acids or bases.

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

FIRST AID MEASURES:

Description of symptoms and effects; first aid measures:
• Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration, preferably mouth-to-
mouth. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Call a physician.
• Contact with skin: In case of skin contact, immediately flush contacted area for at least 15 minutes with water.
Remove contaminated clothing immediately and launder before reuse. If irritation develops
consult a doctor.
• Contact with eyes: In case of contact with eyes, flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Seek immediate medical

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attention.
• Ingestion: If victim is conscious, give water. Do not induce vomiting. Seek immediate medical attention.
HYGIENE MEASURES:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:
Water, dry chemical, foam
UNSUITABLE EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:
None known
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS:
None known
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
Self-contained respirators required for fire-fighting personnel

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS:
Wear protective equipment. Avoid contact with eyes and skin.
MEASURES FOR ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION:
For spills dike and pick up spilled material, dispose of in approved waste containers. Do not discharge into drains or the
environment. Do not contaminate ground water system
METHODS FOR CLEANING UP:
Use of absorbent material: Yes
Do not use in conjunction with: Not known
Neutralize with: N.A.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

7.1 HANDLING:
Safety precautions:
• Containment, local and/or general ventilation: General mechanical 10 changes per hour
• Measures to limit emissions and fire: Keep containers tightly closed
• Measures for environmental protection: Do not discharge into drains or the environment. Do not contaminate
ground water system.
• Specific requirements: N.A.
7.2 STORAGE:
Safety precautions:
• Requirements for storerooms and receptacles: N.A.
• Incompatible materials: Strong oxiders and alkalis
• Storage conditions: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from incompatible
materials.
• Limited quantity: N.A.
• Packaging type: N.A.
7.3 SPECIFIC USES:
Recommendations: N.A.

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8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

8.1 EXPOSURE LIMITS:

1,6-Hexanediamine:
State limit: N.A.
EC limit: N.A.
ACGIH (year 2004): TLV-TWA = 0.5 ppm TLV-STEL = -- (irritation)
Formic acid:
State limit: N.A.
EC limit: 5 ppm
ACGIH (year 2004): TLV-TWA = 5 ppm TLV-STEL = 10 ppm (irritation)
8.2 EXPOSURE CONTROL:
8.2.1 Professional exposure control
8.2.1.1 Respiratory protection Not normally needed
8.2.1.2 Hand protection Chemically resistant gloves
8.2.1.3 Eye protection Safety glasses
8.2.1.4 Skin protection Standard protective clothing
8.2.2 Environmental protection N.A.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

9.1 GENERAL INFORMATION:

Appearance:
• Form (@ 20°C): Liquid
• Color: Clear
• Odor: Odorless
9.2 INFORMATION ON HEALTH, SAFETY AND THE ENVIRONMENT:
pH (as such): 6.2 – 7.2
Melting point/range (°C): < -35
Boiling point/range (°C) > 100
Flash point (PMCC, liquids, °C): > 93
Flammability (solids): N.A.
Flammability (solids/liquids/gas, %vol): Lower explosion limit: N.E. Upper explosion limit: N.E.
Explosive properties: N.E.
Oxidizing properties (mm/s): N.E.
Vapor pressure (°C @ 1 atm): N.E.
Relative density (g/cm3): 1.07
Solubility: Hydro-solubility: complete
Lipo-solubility: not soluble in organic solvents
n-octanol/water coefficient (Log Pow): N.E.
Viscosity (concentration, Pa⋅s @ 20°C): N.E.
Vapor density (air = 1): N.E.
Evaporation rate: N.E.
9.3 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Self-igniting (°C): N.E.
Lower explosion limit for powder dispersed in air
N.A.
(°C):
Decomposition temperature (°C): N.E.
Bulk density (g/cm3): N.E.
Pour point (°C): N.E.
Gas evolution: N.E.

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10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

10.1 CONDITIONS TO AVOID:

None known
10.2 MATERIALS TO AVOID:
Strong oxidizers and alkalis
10.3 DANGEROUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:
In case of fire, COx, NOx

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

HAZARDS TO HEALTH:
Skin and eye irritant
TARGET ORGANS:
N.E.
SYMPTOMS:
Redness and irritation
INFORMATION ON EXPOSURE ROUTES:
Inhalation: LC50 (oral, rat, 7h) = 10000 ppm (referred to 1,6-Hexanediamine)
Ingestion: LD50 (oral, rat) = 930 mg/kg (referred to 1,6-Hexanediamine)
Contact with eyes and skin: N.E.
SHORT-TERM, LONG-TERM, AND CHRONIC EFFECTS:
Sensitization: N.E.
Carcinogenicity: N.E.
Mutagenesis: N.E.
Toxicity to the reproductive system: N.E.
Narcosis: N.E.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

12.1 ECOTOXICITY:
Aquatic: N.E.
Soil: N.E.
12.2 MOBILITY: N.E.
12.3 PERSISTENCY AND DEGRADABILITY: N.E.
12.4 MOBILITY AND BIOACCUMULATION: N.E.
12.5 ADDITIONAL ADVERSE EFFECTS: N.E.

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

MEASURES TO HANDLE SAFELY RESIDUALS:

Dispose of contaminated product and materials used in cleaning up spills or leaks in a manner approved for this material.
APPROPRIATE DISPOSAL METHODS:
Consult appropriate local regulatory agencies to ascertain proper disposal procedures.
METHODS TO PROPERLY DISPOSE UN-CLEANED PACKAGINGS:
Consult appropriate local regulatory agencies to ascertain proper disposal procedures.

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CURRENT EC WASTE REGULATION:

N.E.
CURRENT STATE REGULATION:
N.E.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

UN NUMBER: N.A.
PACKING GROUP: N.A.
PROPER SHIPPING NAME:
N.A.
TRANSPORT CLASSIFICATION:
ADR/RID/RMP (land transport):
• Class: N.A.
• Classification code: N.A.
• Label: N.A.
• Hazard placard: --
--
• CEFIC card no: N.A.

IMO (maritime transport):

• Class: N.A.
• Label: N.A.
• EmS: N.A.
• Subsidiary risk: N.A.

IATA (air transport):

• Class: N.A.
• ID/UN No: N.A.
• Label: N.A.
• Subsidiary risk: N.A.

SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS:
N.A.

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

INFORMATION REPORTED ON LABEL:

EC classification: Regulated Not regulated X
Company: AVA S.p.A.
Via Salaria, 1313/C – 00138 Rome (Italy)
Contain:
Aqueous solution of 1,6-Hexanediamine and Formic acid
(Substances chemical name)
Hazard Symbol: N.A.
Hazard identification: N.A.
Risk phrases (R): N.A.
Safety phrases (S): S24/25: Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
APPLICABLE REGULATION:
EC: Dir 67/548/CE Dir 2001/58/CE

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Other: N.A.
State regulation (Italy): D.Lgs. 52/97 D.Lgs. 22/97 D. Lgs. 152/99
D. Lgs. 626/94 D. Lgs. 25/02

16. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

RELEVANT INFORMATION REGARDING HEALTH, SAFETY AND THE ENVIRONMENT:

Complete applicable R-phrases (sections 2 and 3): R34: Causes burns
R35: Causes severe burns
R37: Irritating to respiratory system
R21/22: Harmful if swallowed and in contact with skin
Recommendations for use and restrictions:
Additional information:
References:

This material safety data sheet provides health and safety information. Individuals handling this product should be informed of
the safety precautions and should have access to this information. Data reported in this MSDS are based on knowledge
available at the date of this revision. We do not guarantee that all possible HSE measures are contained in this MSDS; for that
reason additional measures can be adopted in case of specific circumstances. Users must be sure of suitability and fullness of
information in relationship to the specific use of the product.

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