Material Safety Data Sheet

SAFETY CARD In line with the 91/155/EEC directives Law Decree No. 285 / 98 DATE OF ISSUE : September 1, 2012

------1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY :

Product: COTTON STRING BUFF

Company : Gesswein 201 Hancock Avenue Bridgeport, CT 06605 Phone No. 203-366-5400 Emergency 1-800-255-3924(CHEMTEL) ------2. MATERIAL COMPOSITION/INFORMATION :

CHEMICAL PROPERTIES : Nikel Fe37 Metal support Natural cotton yarn filament

HAZARDOUS COMPOUNDS : No product compound is classified as “hazardous” according to the 67 / 548 / EEC Directive and its amendments. ------3. HAZARDS :

HEALTH HAZARDS : No specific hazards and adverse effects exist, if normal care is taken in the use of mechanical brushing tools (see point 7) and equipment (see point 8) and the toxicological recommendations are observed. The contact with eyes may cause injury. No accidental ingestion is expected ENVIRONMENT HAZARDS : N/A ------4. FIRST AID MEASURES in case of :

INHALATION: There are no poisoning risks. The accidental risks that may occur require the usual first aid measures. CONTACT WITH SKIN: Do not use in case of a specific allergy. In case of permanent irritation, call for the physician .

CONTACT WITH EYES: In case of accident or accidental contact with the moving tool. In all cases, call for the physician.

INGESTION: Not expected.

SAFETY CARD In line with the 91/155/EEC directives Law Decree No. 285 / 98 DATE OF ISSUE : September 1, 2012

------5 . FIRE FIGHTING:

APPROPRIATE EXTINGUISHERS : Atomized water jet Extinguishing powders. Foaming agents. CO2 carbon dioxide

EXTINGUISHERS TO BE AVOIDED FOR SAFETY REASONS : None

EXPOSURE RISKS FROM THE COMBUSTION PRODUCTS : There is no combustion

SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIRE FIGHTING PEOPLE : Appropriate protective clothing and a powder-proof mask. ------6. ACTIONS IN CASE OF ACCIDENTAL DISPERSION :

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION : Wastes, if any, are not classified as “special wastes” and may be conventionally disposed of.

CLEAN-UP/COLLECTION SYSTEMS : Mechanical. Recycling is recommended. ------7 . HANDLING PRECAUTIONS AND STORAGE CONDITIONS :

INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING: ALWAYS use goggles and gloves when handling the product

INSTRUCTIONS FOR FIRE AND EXPLOSION Keep far from flames Protect from sparks PROOFING:

STORAGE CONDITIONS: Avoid temperature > 70° C Store in a dry environment. ------8. CONTROL OF PERSONAL EXPOSURE AND INDIVIDUAL PROTECTION :

TECHNICAL PLANTS: See point 7 : Handling and storage.

INDIVIDUAL PROTECTION:

RESPIRATORY TRACT PROTECTION : In case of high powder build up, arrange for suction or fresh air supply

EYES PROTECTION: Always wear protective goggles when brushing.

GENERAL SAFETY AND HEALTH: Follow the usual care when using the brushing products. ------SAFETY CARD In line with the 91/155/EEC directives Law Decree No. 285 / 98 DATE OF ISSUE : September 1, 2012

------11. PHYSICO-CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

PHYSICAL STATE: Solid. COLOR Natural ODOR: None.

CHANGE IN THE AGGREGATION STATE :

MELTING POINT : > N/A BOILING POINT : > N/A FLAMMABILITY POINT :

WATER SOLUBILITY: Non soluble ------10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

CONDITIONS TO BE AVOIDED : Products of this kind are stable under normal conditions. Hazardous situations are not likely to occur.

INCOMPATIBLE MATERIALS: None, if storage, transportation and handling are carried out under the required application conditions..

HAZARDOUS PRODUCTS OF Sparks may be generated during application. DECOMPOSITION: Combustion in contact with flammable materials.

------11. TOXICITY DATA

ACUTE ORAL TOXICITY : Accidental ingestion of small quantities is not likely to injure the body.

INHALATION : The sound product does not contain any volatile matters and does not show any inhalation risk. Inhalation of the product under normal application conditions with use of breathing equipment is not likely to occur. Inhalation of products of thermal decomposition as vapours or fumes may be harmful to health. MAIN IRRITATIONS : SKIN The product is mechanically abrasive if used along with pastes. In the hazardous product regulatory reporting it is classified as non- irritating, however, rubbing may irritate and injure the skin. EYES In the hazardous product regulatory reporting it is classified as non- irritating, however, the direct and prolonged contact with eyes may cause injuries. In case of accidental contact with eyes, the usual first aid measures are to be taken. SENSITIZATION In the hazardous product regulatory reporting it is classified as non- sensitizing.

------SAFETY CARD In line with the 91/155/EEC directives Law Decree No. 285 / 98 DATE OF ISSUE : September 1, 2012

------12. ENVIRONMENTAL DATA :

PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL DEGRADABILITY : The product is not soluble in water. Most product may be removed from water by abiotic processes, for ex. by mechanical separators .

BIODEGRADABILITY: The product is not degradable.

OTHER ENVIRONMENTAL DATA : The product contains no soluble heavy metals.

Use the product according to good working practice and avoid to disperse it in the environment ______13 . TRANSPORTATION :

The product must be transported in original containers or in closed containers in order to avoid product leaks or damages. Keep the containers away from wet environments.

ROAD AND RAIL TRANSPORT ( ADR / RID ) : Not regulated.

SEAFREIGHT ( IMDG / IMO ) : Not regulated.

AIRFREIGHT ( ICAO / IATA ) : Not regulated.

------14. STANDARDS:

HAZARD LABELING : The product is classified as non hazardous and therefore does not ( Law Decree No. 285 dtd July 16, 1998 ) require any hazard labeling.

D.M. June 28, 1989 Do not spread the container in the environment.

OTHER STANDARDS : The product must be used in compliance with the applicable Health and Safety at Work standards.

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SAFETY CARD In line with the 91/155/EEC directives Law Decree No. 285 / 98 DATE OF ISSUE : September 1, 2012

------15. OTHER INFORMATION :

MAIN SOURCES : for preparation of the safety card

Sax, “ Dangerous properties of industrial materials “ , 8th edition

Handbook of toxic and hazardous chemicals and carcinogens. Sintalex 5.1