SAFETY DATA SHEET

according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006

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1. Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1 Product identifier

Trade name : RONOZYME® WX (L)

1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Use of the : Additive for animal nutrition to be used in feed
Substance/Mixture
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Company : DSM Nutritional Products Ltd.
PO Box 2676
CH-4002 Basel
Telephone : +41618158888
Telefax : +41618157253
E-mail address : [email protected]
Responsible/issuing person
1.4 Emergency telephone number
+41 62 866 2314

2. Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification (REGULATION (EC) No 1272/2008)
Respiratory sensitization, Sub-category H334: May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or
1A breathing difficulties if inhaled.
Classification (67/548/EEC, 1999/45/EC)
Sensitising R42: May cause sensitization by inhalation.
2.2 Label elements
Labelling (REGULATION (EC) No 1272/2008)
Hazard pictograms :

Signal word : Danger

Hazard statements : H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or

breathing difficulties if inhaled.

Precautionary statements : Prevention:

P261 Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/
vapours/ spray.
P285 In case of inadequate ventilation wear
respiratory protection.
Response:
P304 + P341 IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove
victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a
position comfortable for breathing.
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P342 + P311 If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a

POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician.
Disposal:
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an
approved waste disposal plant.

Hazardous components which must be listed on the label:

9025-57-4 Xylanase, endo-1,4-
2.3 Other hazards

3. Composition/information on ingredients
Brief description of the : Mixture (preparation) containing an enzyme and auxiliary
product substances

3.2 Mixtures
Hazardous components
Chemical Name CAS-No. Classification Classification Concentration [%]
EC-No. (67/548/EEC) (REGULATION (EC)
Registration No 1272/2008)
number
Xylanase, endo-1,4- 9025-57-4 R42 Resp. Sens. 1A; <= 1
232-800-2 H334

For the full text of the R-phrases mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.
For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.

Further ingredients
Chemical Name CAS-No. Classification GHS Classification Concentration [%]
EC-No.
Registration
number
glycerol 56-81-5 >= 20 - <= 30
200-289-5

4. First aid measures

4.1 Description of first aid measures

General advice : Move out of dangerous area.
Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.

If inhaled : Move to fresh air in case of accidental inhalation of dust or

fumes from overheating or combustion.
If symptoms persist, call a physician.

In case of skin contact : Take off contaminated clothing and shoes immediately.
Wash off with soap and plenty of water.

In case of eye contact : Flush eyes with water as a precaution.

Remove contact lenses.
Protect unharmed eye.
Keep eye wide open while rinsing.
If eye irritation persists, consult a specialist.

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If swallowed : Clean mouth with water and drink afterwards plenty of water.
Do not give milk or alcoholic beverages.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Obtain medical attention.

4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms : Inhalation may provoke the following symptoms:
Allergic reactions, Asthma
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Treatment : Treat symptomatically.

5. Firefighting measures

5.1 Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media : Water spray
Dry chemical
Alcohol-resistant foam
Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local
circumstances and the surrounding environment.

5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Specific hazards during : None known.
firefighting
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Special protective equipment : In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
for firefighters
Further information : Collect contaminated fire extinguishing water separately. This
must not be discharged into drains.
Fire residues and contaminated fire extinguishing water must
be disposed of in accordance with local regulations.

6. Accidental release measures

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Use personal protective equipment.
Ensure adequate ventilation.

6.2 Environmental precautions

Try to prevent the material from entering drains or water courses.

6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up

Avoid formation of aerosol.

Soak up with inert absorbent material (e.g. sand, silica gel, acid binder, universal binder,
sawdust).
Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.

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Avoid formation of dust and aerosols.

6.4 Reference to other sections

For personal protection see section 8.
For disposal considerations see section 13.

7. Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling

Advice on safe handling : Avoid exceeding of the given occupational exposure limits
(see section 8).
For personal protection see section 8.
Avoid formation of aerosol.
Provide sufficient air exchange and/or exhaust in work rooms.
Smoking, eating and drinking should be prohibited in the
application area.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Requirements for storage : Keep container tightly closed and dry.
areas and containers
Storage temperature : < 25 °C

7.3 Specific end uses

Specific use(s) : not applicable

8. Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1 Control parameters

Value (Form of Control
Components CAS-No. Update Basis
exposure) parameters
glycerol 56-81-5 TWA 10 mg/m3 2005-04-06 GB EH40

: Where no specific short-term exposure limit is listed, a figure three times the long-term
exposure should be used

8.2 Exposure controls

Personal protective equipment
Respiratory protection : In case of mist, spray or aerosol exposure wear suitable
personal respiratory protection and protective suit.
Suitable mask with particle filter P3 (European Norm 143)

Hand protection : Glove material: for example nitrile rubber

: Consider the hazard characteristics of this product and any

special workplace conditions when selecting the appropriate
type of protective gloves.

Eye protection : Safety glasses with side-shields

Skin and body protection : Choose body protection according to the amount and
concentration of the dangerous substance at the work place.

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Hygiene measures : Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety
practice.
Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday.
Do not breathe vapours, aerosols.

9. Physical and chemical properties

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Appearance : Aqueous solution
Colour : yellow - brown
Odour : No information available.
Odour Threshold : No information available.
pH : no data available
Melting point/range : not determined
Boiling point/boiling range : not determined
Flash point : does not flash
Evaporation rate : not determined
Flammability (solid, gas) : Not classified as supporting combustion according to the
transport regulations.
Lower explosion limit : not determined
Upper explosion limit : not determined
Vapour pressure : not determined
Relative vapour density : not applicable
Density : ca. 1,2 g/cm3
Water solubility : completely miscible
Partition coefficient: n- : not applicable
octanol/water
Autoignition temperature : no data available
Ignition temperature : not determined
Thermal decomposition : no data available
Viscosity, dynamic : not determined
Explosive properties : no data available
Oxidizing properties : no data available

9.2 Other information

no data available

10. Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity
No hazards to be specially mentioned.
10.2 Chemical stability

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Stable under recommended storage conditions.

10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
Possible incompatibility with materials listed under section 10.5.

10.4 Conditions to avoid

Heat.

10.5 Incompatible materials

Strong acids and strong bases
Strong oxidizing agents

10.6 Hazardous decomposition products

No decomposition if used as directed.

11. Toxicological information

11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute oral toxicity : LD50 (rat): > 2 000 mg/kg

Skin corrosion/irritation : Prolonged skin contact may cause skin irritation.

Respiratory or skin sensitization

Xylanase, endo-1,4- : May cause sensitization by inhalation.

Experience with human exposure: Inhalation

Xylanase, endo-1,4- : Inhalation may induce sensitization and may cause allergic
reactions in sensitized individuals.

Experience with human exposure: Skin contact

Xylanase, endo-1,4- : Prolonged skin contact may cause skin irritation.

12. Ecological information

12.1 Toxicity
Toxicity to daphnia and other : Daphnia magna (Water flea)
aquatic invertebrates EC50 > 100 mg/l

Toxicity to algae : Algae

IC50 > 100 mg/l

12.2 Persistence and degradability

Biodegradability : Readily biodegradable.

12.3 Bioaccumulative potential

Bioaccumulation : no data available
Partition coefficient: n- : not applicable
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octanol/water
12.4 Mobility in soil
Distribution among : no data available
environmental compartments
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
Assessment : This mixture contains no substance considered to be
persistent, bioaccumulating nor toxic (PBT).
: This mixture contains no substance considered to be very
persistent nor very bioaccumulating (vPvB).
12.6 Other adverse effects
Additional ecological : There is no data available for this product.
information

13. Disposal considerations

13.1 Waste treatment methods

Product : Do not contaminate ponds, waterways or ditches with
chemical or used container.
Do not dispose of waste into sewer.
Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed
disposal company.

Contaminated packaging : Dispose of as unused product.

Do not re-use empty containers.
Empty containers should be taken to an approved waste
handling site for recycling or disposal.

14. Transport information

14.1 UN number
ADR
Not dangerous goods
RID
Not dangerous goods
IMDG
Not dangerous goods
IATA
Not dangerous goods
14.2 Proper shipping name
ADR
Not dangerous goods
RID
Not dangerous goods
IMDG
Not dangerous goods
IATA
Not dangerous goods
14.3 Transport hazard class
ADR

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Not dangerous goods

RID
Not dangerous goods
IMDG
Not dangerous goods
IATA
Not dangerous goods
14.4 Packing group
ADR
Not dangerous goods
RID
Not dangerous goods
IMDG
Not dangerous goods
IATA
Not dangerous goods
14.5 Environmental hazards
ADR
Not dangerous goods
RID
Not dangerous goods
IMDG
Not dangerous goods
IATA
Not dangerous goods
14.6 Special precautions for user
Not classified as dangerous in the meaning of transport regulations.
14.7 Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code
no data available

15. Regulatory information

15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or
mixture
NFPA Classification : Health hazard: 2
Fire Hazard: 0
Reactivity Hazard: 0 0
2 0

15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment

not applicable

16. Other information

Full text of R-phrases referred to under sections 2 and 3

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R42 May cause sensitization by inhalation.

Full text of H-Statements referred to under sections 2 and 3.
H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if
inhaled.

The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge,
information and belief at the date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a
guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and
is not to be considered a warranty or quality specification. The information relates only to the
specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with
any other materials or in any process, unless specified in the text.

Abbreviations: 67/548/EEC= Dangerous Substances Directive. 1999/45/EC= Dangerous

Preparations Directive. Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008= Regulation on classification, labelling and
packaging of substances and mixtures. DNEL= Derived No-Effect Level. PNEC= Predicted No-
Effect Concentration. NFPA= National Fire Protection Association (USA). IATA= International Air
Transport Association. IMDG= International Maritime Dangerous Goods. RID= International Rule
for Transport of Dangerous Substances by Railway; ADR= European Agreement concerning the
International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road. TWA= Time Weighted Average. STEL=
Short term exposure limit.

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