Safety Data Sheet Citric Acid 25% Revision date : 2014/10/06 Page: 1/10

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1 Revision date : 2014/10/06 Page: 1/10 1. Identification Product identifier used on the label Recommended use of the chemical and restriction on use * The Recommended use identified for this product is provided solely to comply with a US Federal requirement and is not part of the seller's published specification. The terms of this Safety Data Sheet (SDS) do not create or infer any warranty, express or implied, including by incorporation into or reference in the seller's sales agreement. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet Company: BASF CORPORATION 100 Park Avenue Florham Park, NJ 07932, USA Telephone: Emergency telephone number CHEMTREC: BASF HOTLINE: HELP (4357) Other means of identification 2. Hazards Identification According to Regulation 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard; 29 CFR Part Classification of the product Eye Dam./Irrit. 1 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Label elements Pictogram: Signal Word:

2 Revision date : 2014/10/06 Page: 2/10 Danger Hazard Statement: H318 Causes serious eye damage. Precautionary Statements (Prevention): P280 Wear eye/face protection. Precautionary Statements (Response): P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. According to Regulation 1994 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard; 29 CFR Part Emergency overview WARNING: Irritating to eyes and skin. RISK OF SERIOUS DAMAGE TO EYES. Avoid contact with the skin, eyes and clothing. Wear appropriate respiratory protection. Avoid inhalation of mists/vapours. Wear NIOSH-certified chemical goggles. Wear chemical resistant protective gloves. Wear protective clothing. Eye wash fountains and safety showers must be easily accessible. 3. Composition / Information on Ingredients According to Regulation 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard; 29 CFR Part CAS Number Content (W/W) Chemical name >= < 50.0 % Citric acid According to Regulation 1994 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard; 29 CFR Part CAS Number Content (W/W) Chemical name % Water % Citric acid 4. First-Aid Measures Description of first aid measures General advice: Remove contaminated clothing. If inhaled: If difficulties occur after vapour/aerosol has been inhaled, remove to fresh air and seek medical attention. If on skin: Wash off thoroughly with ample water.

3 Revision date : 2014/10/06 Page: 3/10 If in eyes: Immediately wash affected eyes for at least 15 minutes under running water with eyelids held open, consult an eye specialist. If swallowed: Immediately rinse mouth and then drink plenty of water, do not induce vomiting, seek medical attention. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed 5. Fire-Fighting Measures Extinguishing media Additional information: Use extinguishing measures to suit surroundings. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture Hazards during fire-fighting: carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, The substances/groups of substances mentioned can be released in case of fire. Advice for fire-fighters Protective equipment for fire-fighting: Firefighters should be equipped with self-contained breathing apparatus and turn-out gear. 6. Accidental release measures Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use breathing apparatus if exposed to vapours/dust/aerosol. Environmental precautions Do not empty into drains. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up For residues: Pick up with suitable absorbent material. Dispose of absorbed material in accordance with regulations. 7. Handling and Storage Precautions for safe handling Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Keep container tightly sealed. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Storage class according to TRGS 510 (originally VCI, Germany): (12) Non-combustible liquids. Storage stability:

4 Revision date : 2014/10/06 Page: 4/10 Storage temperature: 5-30 C Protect from temperatures below: 5 C Protect from temperatures above: 30 C 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Advice on system design: Provide local exhaust ventilation to control vapours/mists. Personal protective equipment Respiratory protection: Respiratory protection in case of vapour/aerosol release. Wear a NIOSH-certified (or equivalent) particulate respirator. Hand protection: Wear chemical resistant protective gloves. Eye protection: Tightly fitting safety goggles (chemical goggles). Body protection: Body protection must be chosen depending on activity and possible exposure, e.g. head protection, apron, protective boots, chemical-protection suit. General safety and hygiene measures: Avoid inhalation of dusts/mists/vapours. Wearing of closed work clothing is required additionally to the stated personal protection equipment. 9. Physical and Chemical Properties Form: liquid Odour: odourless Colour: colourless ph value: approx. 1.2 crystallization approx. -9 C temperature: boiling temperature: > 100 C Flash point: Flammability: Lower explosion limit: not flammable The substance/product is noncombustible. For solids not relevant for classification and labelling. Upper explosion limit: 80 %(V) (air) For solids not relevant for classification and labelling. Vapour pressure: Pa ( 25 C) (measured) Extrapolated value Density: approx. 1.1 ( 20 C) g/cm3 Partitioning coefficient n ( 25 C) (calculated) octanol/water (log Pow): Self-ignition temperature: Based on its structural properties the product is not classified as self-igniting. 1,010 C No self ignition was observed up to the specified temperature. Literature data.

5 Revision date : 2014/10/06 Page: 5/10 Thermal decomposition: 175 C No decomposition if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated. Viscosity, dynamic: not applicable Solubility in water: 750 g/l ( 20 C) Literature data. Miscibility with water: miscible in all proportions Molar mass: g/mol 10. Stability and Reactivity Reactivity Corrosion to metals: No corrosive effect on metal. Oxidizing properties: Based on its structural properties the product is not classified as oxidizing. Formation of flammable gases: Remarks: Forms no flammable gases in the presence of water. Chemical stability Possibility of hazardous reactions Conditions to avoid Avoid extreme heat. Incompatible materials metal, oxidizing agents, reducing agents Hazardous decomposition products Thermal decomposition: 175 C No decomposition if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated. 11. Toxicological information Primary routes of exposure Routes of entry for solids and liquids are ingestion and inhalation, but may include eye or skin contact. Routes of entry for gases include inhalation and eye contact. Skin contact may be a route of entry for liquefied gases. Acute Toxicity/Effects Acute toxicity Assessment of acute toxicity: Of low toxicity after single ingestion. Virtually nontoxic after a single skin contact. Oral Type of value: LD50 Species: rat Value: 3,000 mg/kg

6 Revision date : 2014/10/06 Page: 6/10 Type of value: LD50 Species: mouse Value: 5,400 mg/kg (similar to OECD guideline 401) Inhalation Dermal Type of value: LD50 Species: rat Value: > 2,000 mg/kg (OECD Guideline 402) Assessment other acute effects Assessment of STOT single: Apart from effects causing lethality, no specific target organ toxicity was observed in experimental studies. Irritation / corrosion Assessment of irritating effects: Not irritating to the skin. May cause severe damage to the eyes. Skin Species: rabbit Result: non-irritant Method: OECD Guideline 404 Eye Species: rabbit Result: Risk of serious damage to eyes. Species: rabbit Result: Irritant. Method: OECD Guideline 405 Sensitization Assessment of sensitization: Aspiration Hazard not applicable Chronic Toxicity/Effects Repeated dose toxicity Assessment of repeated dose toxicity: No substance-specific organtoxicity was observed after repeated administration to animals. Genetic toxicity Assessment of mutagenicity: The substance was not mutagenic in bacteria. The substance was mutagenic in various cell culture test systems; however, these results could not be confirmed in tests with mammals. Carcinogenicity Assessment of carcinogenicity: Results from a number of long-term carcinogenity studies are available. Taking into account all of the information, there is no indication that the substance itself is carcinogenic. Reproductive toxicity

7 Revision date : 2014/10/06 Page: 7/10 Assessment of reproduction toxicity: The results of animal studies gave no indication of a fertility impairing effect. Teratogenicity Assessment of teratogenicity: No indications of a developmental toxic / teratogenic effect were seen in animal studies. Other Information The data on toxicology refer to the active ingredient. Symptoms of Exposure 12. Ecological Information Toxicity Aquatic toxicity Assessment of aquatic toxicity: There is a high probability that the product is not acutely harmful to aquatic organisms. The inhibition of the degradation activity of activated sludge is not anticipated when introduced to biological treatment plants in appropriate low concentrations. Toxicity to fish LC50 (48 h) mg/l, Leuciscus idus melanotus (OECD Guideline 203, static) The details of the toxic effect relate to the nominal concentration. Aquatic invertebrates LC50 (24 h) 1,535 mg/l, Daphnia magna (other, static) The details of the toxic effect relate to the nominal concentration. Aquatic plants Toxic limit concentration (8 d) 640 mg/l, Scenedesmus quadricauda (other, static) The details of the toxic effect relate to the nominal concentration. Chronic toxicity to fish Chronic toxicity to aquatic invertebrates Assessment of terrestrial toxicity Microorganisms/Effect on activated sludge Toxicity to microorganisms other aquatic bacterium/toxic limit concentration (16 h): > 10,000 mg/l Persistence and degradability Assessment biodegradation and elimination (H2O) Readily biodegradable (according to OECD criteria). Easily eliminated from water. Elimination information

8 Revision date : 2014/10/06 Page: 8/10 97 % CO2 formation relative to the theoretical value (28 d) (OECD 301B; ISO 9439; 92/69/EEC, C.4-C) (aerobic, domestic sewage) 100 % DOC reduction (19 d) (OECD 301E/92/69/EEC, C.4-B) (aerobic, domestic sewage) 85 % DOC reduction (14 d) (OECD Guideline 302 B) (aerobic, activated sludge) Assessment of stability in water Bioaccumulative potential Assessment bioaccumulation potential Significant accumulation in organisms is not to be expected. Bioaccumulation potential Bioconcentration factor: 3.2 (calculated) Mobility in soil Assessment transport between environmental compartments Additional information Other ecotoxicological advice: The ecological data given are those of the active ingredient. 13. Disposal considerations Waste disposal of substance: Do not discharge into waterways or sewer systems without proper authorization. Dispose of in accordance with national, state and local regulations. Container disposal: Uncleaned empties should be disposed of in the same manner as the contents. 14. Transport Information Land transport USDOT Not classified as a dangerous good under transport regulations Sea transport IMDG Not classified as a dangerous good under transport regulations Air transport IATA/ICAO Not classified as a dangerous good under transport regulations

9 Revision date : 2014/10/06 Page: 9/ Regulatory Information Federal Regulations Registration status: Chemical TSCA, US released / listed EPCRA 311/312 (Hazard categories): Chronic; NFPA Hazard codes: Health : 2 Fire: 1 Reactivity: 0 Special: HMIS III rating Health: 2 Flammability: 1 Physical hazard: 0 Assessment of the hazard classes according to UN GHS criteria (most recent version): Eye Dam./Irrit. 1 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Acute Tox. 5 (oral) Acute toxicity 16. Other Information SDS Prepared by: BASF NA Product Regulations SDS Prepared on: 2014/10/06 We support worldwide Responsible Care initiatives. We value the health and safety of our employees, customers, suppliers and neighbors, and the protection of the environment. Our commitment to Responsible Care is integral to conducting our business and operating our facilities in a safe and environmentally responsible fashion, supporting our customers and suppliers in ensuring the safe and environmentally sound handling of our products, and minimizing the impact of our operations on society and the environment during production, storage, transport, use and disposal of our products. IMPORTANT: WHILE THE DESCRIPTIONS, DESIGNS, DATA AND INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN ARE PRESENTED IN GOOD FAITH AND BELIEVED TO BE ACCURATE, IT IS PROVIDED FOR YOUR GUIDANCE ONLY. BECAUSE MANY FACTORS MAY AFFECT PROCESSING OR APPLICATION/USE, WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU MAKE TESTS TO DETERMINE THE SUITABILITY OF A PRODUCT FOR YOUR PARTICULAR PURPOSE PRIOR TO USE. NO WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE MADE REGARDING PRODUCTS DESCRIBED OR DESIGNS, DATA OR INFORMATION SET FORTH, OR THAT THE PRODUCTS, DESIGNS, DATA OR INFORMATION MAY BE USED WITHOUT INFRINGING THE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS OF OTHERS. IN NO CASE SHALL THE DESCRIPTIONS, INFORMATION, DATA OR DESIGNS PROVIDED BE CONSIDERED A PART OF OUR TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE. FURTHER, YOU EXPRESSLY UNDERSTAND AND AGREE THAT THE DESCRIPTIONS, DESIGNS, DATA, AND INFORMATION FURNISHED BY OUR COMPANY HEREUNDER ARE GIVEN GRATIS AND WE ASSUME NO

10 Revision date : 2014/10/06 Page: 10/10 OBLIGATION OR LIABILITY FOR THE DESCRIPTION, DESIGNS, DATA AND INFORMATION GIVEN OR RESULTS OBTAINED, ALL SUCH BEING GIVEN AND ACCEPTED AT YOUR RISK. END OF DATA SHEET