MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

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1 Page : 1 / 7 1 CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION 1.1. Product identifier Product name : CARBON DIOXIDE Common chemical name : Carbon dioxide (CO2) CAS nr : EC Number : REACH registration number : 1.2. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against Relevant identified uses See technical instructions 1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet Name : INVENTEC PERFORMANCE CHEMICALS SA. Address : 20, Rue de bourgogne BP SAINT-PRIEST cedex FRANCE Telephone number : +33 (0) Telefax number : +33 (0) ContactFDS@dehon.com 1.4. Emergency telephone number EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER (24h/24) : + 33 (0) Anti-poison Center :INRS/ORFILA (France) : +33 (0) Anti-poison Centre (Belgium) : Anti-poison Centre (Netherlands) : Anti-poison Centre (United Kingdom) : Poisons Information Centre (Hungary) : HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION 2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture CLP classification : Physical hazards 2.2. Label elements Product identifier Hazard pictograms Signal words Hazard statements Precautionary statements : Gases under pressure (Press. Gas) ; H280 Carbon dioxide CAS No : EC No : Annex No :--- «M Warning H280 : Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated.

2 Page : 2 / 7 2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION (continued) - Storage Store in a well-ventilated place. Protect from sunlight Other hazards - Asphyxiant gas. 3 COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Substance name Contents CAS No EC No Annex No Classification Carbon dioxide : 100 % Press. Gas (H280) 4 FIRST AID MEASURES 4.1. Description of first aid measures Inhalation : Skin contact : Move the affected person away from the contaminated area and into the fresh air If the person feels unwell : Call a doctor In the event of contact with the liquid: treat resulting frostbite as a burn Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Rinse immediately with plenty of water. If skin burns appear, call a doctor immediately Eye contact : Rinse immediately and thoroughly, pulling the eyelids well away from the eye (15 minutes minimum) Consult an eye specialist immediately Ingestion : Not specifically applicable (gas) Protection of first-aiders : Do not enter without an appropriate protective equipment - self-contained breathing apparatus - protective clothing 4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed Acute symptoms : 4.3. Indication of any immediate - medical attention and special treatment needed In high concentrations may cause asphyxiation. Symptoms may include loss of mobility/consciousness. Victim may not be aware of asphyxiation. Low concentrations of CO2 cause increased respiration and headache. 5 FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES 5.1. Extinguishing media Suitable extinguishing media : Unsuitable extinguishing media : 5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture Specific hazards : 5.3. Advice for fire-fighters Specific fire fighting methods : All extinguishing agents can be used None to our knowledge. If there is a fire close by, use suitable extinguishing agents Prolonged exposure to fire may cause containers to rupture/explode Cool down the containers exposed to heat with a water spray If possible, stop flow of product.

3 Page : 3 / 7 5 FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES (continued) Protection of fire-fighters : Move away from the container and cool with water from a protected position. Self-contained breathing apparatus Complete protective clothing 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES 6.1. Personal precautions, protective Avoid contact with skin and eyes equipment and emergency procedures Evacuate the danger area. Stop the leak. Ensure adequate air ventilation. Remove all sources of ignition 6.2. Environmental precautions Prevent from entering sewers, basements and workpits, or any place where its accumulation can be dangerous Methods and material for Mechanically ventilate the spillage area. containment and cleaning up 6.4 Reference to other sections For further information refer to section 8 "Exposure controls/personal protection" 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE 7.1. Precautions for safe handling Technical measures : Industrial hygiene : Ventilation Suck back of water into the container must be prevented. Do not allow backfeed into the container. Use only properly specified equipment which is suitable for this product, its supply pressure and temperature. Contact your gas supplier if in doubt. Refer to supplier's container handling instructions. Do not drink, eat or smoke in the workplace 7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Storage conditions : - Recommended : Store : - in a cool, well-ventilated area - away from any source of heat Incompatible products : - at room temperature : None, to our knowledge For further information, refer to section 10 : "Stability and Reactivity" Packaging materials : - Recommended : Original packaging Ordinary steel. - Not suitable : Specific end use(s) 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION 8.1. Control parameters Engineering measures : Ensure good ventilation of the work station Occupational Exposure Limits : Carbon dioxide : USA (NIOSH) : REL - TWA (8h; mg/m³) : 9000

4 Page : 4 / 7 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION (continued) Carbon dioxide : USA (NIOSH) : REL - TWA (8h; ppm) : 5000 Carbon dioxide : USA (NIOSH) : REL - STEL (15min; mg/m³) : Carbon dioxide : USA (NIOSH) : REL - STEL (15min; ppm) : Carbon dioxide : United Kingdom : WEL - TWA (8h; mg/m³) : 9150 Carbon dioxide : United Kingdom : WEL - TWA (8h; ppm) : 5000 Carbon dioxide : United Kingdom : WEL - STEL (15min; mg/m³) : Carbon dioxide : United Kingdom : WEL - STEL (15min; ppm) : Carbon dioxide : France : LEP - VME (8h; mg/m³) : 9000 Carbon dioxide : France : LEP - VME (8h; ppm) : 5000 Carbon dioxide : Germany : MAK - TWA (8h; mg/m³) : 9100 Carbon dioxide : Germany : MAK - TWA (8h; ppm) : 5000 Carbon dioxide : Germany : MAK - STEL (15min; mg/m³) : Carbon dioxide : Germany : MAK - STEL (15min; ppm) : Carbon dioxide : Belgium : GWBB - TWA (8h; mg/m³) : 9131 Carbon dioxide : Belgium : GWBB - TWA (8h; ppm) : 5000 Carbon dioxide : Belgium : GWBB - STEL (15min; mg/m³) : Carbon dioxide : Belgium : GWBB - STEL (15min; ppm) : Exposure controls Personal protection : - Respiratory protection : In the event of exposure to high concentrations : / In a confined area : Self-contained breathing apparatus (ARI) - Hand protection : Leather or nitrile-rubber protective gloves - Eye protection : Sealed safety goggles with side shields - Skin protection : Majority cotton clothing 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES 9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties Physical state : Liquefied gas Colour : Colourless Odour : Odourless. Olfactory level : ph value : Melting point : C Boiling point : C Critical temperature : +31 C Critical pressure : bar Flash point : None Evaporation rate : Flammability (solid, gas) : Non flammable. Flammability limits in air : Vapour pressure : 57.3 Bar absolute at 20 C Vapour density (air = 1) : 1.52 Relative density, liquid (water=1) : 0.82 Density : 1.87 kg/m³ at 25 C

5 Page : 5 / 7 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES (continued) Solubility : -in water : 2 g/l Octanol/water partition coefficient : 0.83 Auto-ignition temperature : Decomposition point : Viscosity : Propriétés explosives : Not explosive material according to EC criteria. Oxidizing properties : Non oxidizing material according to EC criteria 9.2. Other information Gas/vapour heavier than air. May accumulate in confined spaces, particularly at or below ground level. 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Reactivity Chemical stability Stable at ambient temperature and under normal conditions of use Possibility of hazardous reactions None under normal conditions Conditions to avoid Avoid high temperatures and any source of ignition Incompatible materials None under normal conditions Hazardous decomposition None products 11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Information on toxicological effects Acute toxicity : - Skin corrosion/irritation : Not irritating to skin Serious eye damage/irritation : Not irritating to eyes Respiratory or skin sensitization : No sensitizing effect is known Carcinogenicity : Germ cell mutagenicity : Reproductive toxicity : STOT-single exposure : STOT-repeated exposure : Aspiration hazard : Other information In high concentrations cause rapid circulatory insufficiency. Symptoms are headache, nausea and vomiting, which may lead to unconsciousness. 12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Toxicity Persistence and degradability Bioaccumulative potential Not potentially bioaccumulable.

6 Page : 6 / 7 12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION (continued) Mobility in soil Results of PBT and vpvb - assessment Other adverse effects Ozone depletion potential: ODP (R-11=1)=0 Global warming potential: GWP (CO2=1) = 1 13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Waste treatment methods WASTE FROM PRODUCT : Destruction/Disposal : CONTAMINATED PACKAGING : Destruction/Disposal : NOTE : Dispose of in accordance with relevant local regulations Reuse or recycle following decontamination. Destroy at an authorised site The user's attention is drawn to the possible existence of specific european, national or local regulations regarding disposal 14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS : UN number UN proper shipping name CARBON DIOXIDE Transport hazard class(es) Rail/road (RID/ADR) : Class : 2 Sea transport : Class : 2.2 Air transport (OACI/IATA) : Class : 2.2 Hazard Label(s) : 2.2 ón Packing group Environmental hazards Not classified as dangerous to the aquatic environment Marine pollutant : NO Special precautions for user Rail/road (RID/ADR) : Tunnel restriction code : (C/E) Classification code : 2A Hazard identification number : 20 Sea transport : Segregation group : - EmS Nr : F-C, S-V Air transport (OACI/IATA) : Cargo aircraft: Packing instruction: 200 Quantity: 150 kg

7 Page : 7 / 7 14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION (continued) Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL73/78 and the IBC Code NOTE : Passenger aircraft: Packing instruction: 200 Quantity: 75 kg The above regulatory prescriptions are those valid on the date of publication of this sheet However, given the possible evolution of transport regulations for hazardous materials, in case the present sheet is dating back to more than 12 months ago, it would be advisable to check their validity with your commercial agency 15 REGULATORY INFORMATION Safety, health and environmental Ensure all national/local regulations are observed. regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture Germany : WGK (Water-endangermant class) : Not hazardous Chemical Safety Assessment - 16 OTHER INFORMATION Further information: Product for professional use only For more information regarding the use of this product, please refer to our technical information or contact the sales department in your region This safety data sheet has been written in conformity with the regulation (UE) 453/ Text of H-Phrases in 3 H280 : Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated. * Update : All chapters have been modified since the previous version. This sheet complements the technical sheets but does not replace them. The information given is based on our knowledge of the product, at the time of publication. It is given in good faith. Besides, the attention of the user is drawn to the possible risks incurred by using the product for any other use than that for which it was intended. In no way does this exempt the user from knowing and applying all the regulations controlling his activity. He alone will take on the responsibility for taking the precautions involved by the use of the product. The aim of all the mandatory regulations mentionned is just to help the user to fulfil his obligations regarding the use of hazardous products. This information must not be considered exhaustive. It does not exempt the user from ensuring that other obligations than those mentioned could apply, related to the storage and use of the product, this being his sole responsibility. End of document