POLYETHYLENE LOTRENE LDPE & LLDPE

Safety Data Sheet

According to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH) with its amendment Regulation (EU) 2015/830

Date of Issue: 30/01/2018 Supersedes: 07/05/2017 Version: 6

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1. Product identifier
Product form : Mixture
Product name : POLYETHYLENE LOTRENE LDPE & LLDPE
CAS No : 9002-88-4 (LDPE); 25087-34-7 (LLDPE)
Type of product : Polymers
Formula : (C2H4)n ; (C4H8)x(C2H4)n
Chemical structure :

Synonyms : 9002-88-4 (LDPE); 25087-34-7 (LLDPE)

Product group :-

1.2.1. Relevant identified uses

Main use category : Professional use

Use of the substance/mixture : For more detailed information, see technical data sheet

1.2.2. Uses advised against

No additional information available

1.3. DETAILS OF THE SUPPLIER OF SAFETY DATA SHEET

Qatar Petrochemicals Company (Qapco) Q.P.J.S.C Qatofin Company Limited Q.P.J.S.C

P. O. Box 756 P. O. Box 756
Doha- Qatar Doha- Qatar
Email address: [email protected]. Email address: [email protected]

1.4. EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER Spill, Leak, Fire, Exposure, or Accident

Call CHEMTREC Day or Night
Within USA and Canada: 1-800-424-9300
CCN724450
Outside USA and Canada: +1 703-741-5970 and
+1-703-527-3887 (collect calls accepted)

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP] : Not classified

Adverse physicochemical, human health and environmental effects

To our knowledge, this product does not present any particular risk, provided it is handled in accordance with good occupational hygiene
and safety practice.

SDS Ref: PETH-019- QA EN (English) 1/8

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Safety Data Sheet
According to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH) with its amendment Regulation (EU) 2015/830

Date of Issue: 30/01/2018 Supersedes: 07/05/2017 Version: 6

2.2. Label elements

Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]

No labelling applicable

2.3. Other hazards

Other hazards not contributing to the Fine dust may cause irritation of respiratory system and mucous. Contact
classification with hot material prevent serious burns. If heated to more than 130°C, the
product may form vapours or fumes which may cause irritation of
respiratory tract and cause coughing and sensation of shortness of breath.
Handling this product may result in electrostatic accumulation. Use proper
grounding procedures. Dust may form explosive mixture in air.
Combustible Dust.

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1. Substance Not applicable

3.2. Mixture

Name Product identifier % Classification according to

Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008
[CLP]
Polyethylene (CAS No) 9002-88-4 (LDPE) / < 100 Not classified
25087-34-7
(LLDPE)

4. First-aid measures

4.1. Description of first aid measures

First-aid measures after inhalation Exposure to spray, fumes and vapours produced by heated or burned
product: Move to fresh air. Call a doctor

First-aid measures after skin contact Exposure to splashing of hot product: Treat the affected part with cold
water (by spraying or immersion). Do not remove clothing adhering to
the skin. In case of severe burns, seek hospital treatment.

First-aid measures after eye contact Immediately rinse with water for a prolonged period while holding the
eyelids wide open. In case of irritation caused by fine dust: wash with
copious volumes of water, until the irritation disappears.

First-aid measures after ingestion Ingestion during handling is not likely. Do not induce vomiting. Rinse
mouth out with water.

4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms/injuries : Refer to § 11 for more details on effects.

4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Treat symptomatically.

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Safety Data Sheet
According to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH) with its amendment Regulation (EU) 2015/830

Date of Issue: 30/01/2018 Supersedes: 07/05/2017 Version: 6

SECTION 5: Firefighting measures

5.1. Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media : For small fire: Carbon dioxide. Dry powder. Water. For large fire: Foam.

Unsuitable extinguishing media : Do not use a solid water stream as it may scatter and spread fire

5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Fire hazard : Combustible.

Hazardous decomposition products in case of fire Carbon oxides (CO, CO2). Aldehydes. Ketones. Acetone. Acetaldehyde.
Formaldehyde. Hydrocarbons. acrylaldehyde; acrolein; prop-2-enal.
5.3. Advice for firefighters

Protection during firefighting Do not attempt to take action without suitable protective equipment. Self-
contained breathing apparatus. Complete protective clothing.

Other information Notify fire brigade and environmental authorities. Evacuate unnecessary
personnel. Use water spray to cool exposed surfaces.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

6.1.1. For non-emergency personnel

Protective equipment Do not attempt to take action without suitable protective equipment. Gloves.
Safety glasses.

6.1.2. For emergency responders

Protective equipment Use personal protective equipment as required.

6.2. Environmental precautions

Avoid release to the environment.

6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

For containment If spilled, may cause the floor to be slippery. Sweep up or vacuum up the
product. Keep recovered product for subsequent disposal. Do not allow to
enter drains or water courses. On water, recover/skim from surface and
pour out in disposal container.

Other information Dispose of contaminated material at an authorized site. Notify authorities if

product enters sewers or public waters.

6.4. Reference to other sections

For further information refer to section 8: "Exposure controls/personal protection". For further information refer to section 13.

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1. Precautions for safe handling
Hygiene measures do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Keep away from food and
drink
7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Technical measures Comply with applicable regulations. Provide local exhaust or general room
ventilation. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Take
precautionary measures against static discharge.

SDS Ref: PETH-019- QA EN (English) 3/8

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Safety Data Sheet
According to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH) with its amendment Regulation (EU) 2015/830

Date of Issue: 30/01/2018 Supersedes: 07/05/2017 Version: 6

Storage conditions Store at ambient temperature and at atmospheric pressure in original

packaging (plastic or cardboard boxes) or in silo made of appropriate
material (aluminum, stainless steel,).
Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition
sources. No smoking. Proper grounding procedures to avoid static
electricity should be followed. Keep container tightly closed in a cool, well-
ventilated place.

Special rules on packaging Three pallets must never be stacked. Under normal storage conditions, and
following good working practices, two pallets may be stacked on flooring in
sound condition. However, when the pictorial warning as shown on the top
of the safety data sheet is affixed to the pallet, the pallet must never be
placed either on top of or below another pallet.
N.B.: here the term pallet includes both the pallet and its load. When pallets
are stored in racks, it should be checked whether the pallet is fit for stacking
in the concerned racks.
Packaging materials Polyethylene. Paper bag. Carton. Stainless steel.

7.3. Specific end use(s)

Recommended to professional users

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1. Control parameters
POLYETHYLENE LOTRENE LDPE & LLDPE (9002-88-4 (LDPE) ; 25087-34-7 (LLDPE))
USA - ACGIH ACGIH TWA (mg/m³) 10 mg/m³ inhalable dust particles
3 mg/m³ respirable dust particles
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.2. EXPOSURE CONTROLS
Appropriate engineering controls Ensure good ventilation of the work station. If handling results in dust
generation or high temperatures, local exhaust ventilation should be
provided to ensure that exposure to dust or decomposition products does
not exceed the exposure recommended levels. Safety shower. Eye
fountain
Personal protective equipment Dustproof clothing. Gloves. Safety glasses. Dust formation: dust mask.
Hand protection Protective gloves. Use insulated gloves when handling this material hot
Eye protection Safety glasses
Skin and body protection Wear suitable protective clothing. Safety foot-wear
Respiratory protection Dust/aerosol mask with filter type P1
Environmental exposure controls Avoid release to the environment.
Other information Do not eat, drink or smoke during use.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Physical state : Solid

Appearance : Pellet.
Colour : Translucent. White.
Odour : Odourless.
Odour threshold : No data available
pH : Not applicable

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Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) : No data available

Melting point : 90 - 160 °C
Freezing point : No data available
Boiling point : No data available
Flash point : ≈ 340 °C
Auto-ignition temperature : > 350 °C
Decomposition temperature : No data available
Flammability (solid, gas) : No data available
Vapour pressure : No data available
Relative vapour density at 20 °C : No data available
Relative density : No data available
Density : 915 - 935 kg/m³
Solubility : Water: Insoluble
Log Pow : No data available
Viscosity, kinematic : Not applicable
Viscosity, dynamic : No data available
Explosive properties : No data available
Oxidising properties : No data available
Lower Explosive limit (LEL) : 0.015 kg/m³ ( < 63 μm )

9.2. Other information

Minimum ignition energy : 63 mJ

VOC content : Negligible

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1. REACTIVITY
Electrostatic charges may be generated during handling. Take precautionary measures against static discharge during blending and
transfer operations.

10.2. CHEMICAL STABILITY

The product is stable at normal handling and storage conditions.

10.3. POSSIBILITY OF HAZARDOUS REACTIONS

Dust may form explosive mixture in air.

10.4. CONDITIONS TO AVOID

No flames, no sparks. Eliminate all sources of ignition. Avoid temperature above 320°C.

10.5. INCOMPATIBLE MATERIALS

Strong acids. Strong bases. Strong oxidizing agents. Halogens.

10.6. HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS

Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous decomposition products should not be produced.

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Safety Data Sheet
According to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH) with its amendment Regulation (EU) 2015/830

Date of Issue: 30/01/2018 Supersedes: 07/05/2017 Version: 6

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1. Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity Not classified (Based on available data, the classification criteria are not
met)

Skin corrosion/irritation Not classified (Based on available data, the classification criteria are not
met)
pH: Not applicable

Additional information Heated product causes burns

thermal decomposition products are produced at elevated temperatures
and these may be irritating
Serious eye damage/irritation Not classified (Based on available data, the classification criteria are not
met)
pH: Not applicable

Additional information Fine dust may cause irritation to ocular mucous

thermal decomposition products are produced at elevated temperatures
and these may be
irritating
Heated product causes burns

Respiratory or skin sensitisation Not classified

Germ cell mutagenicity Not classified

Carcinogenicity Not classified

Reproductive toxicity Not classified

Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure Not classified

Additional information dust may cause irritation of respiratory system

If heated to more than 130°C, the product may form vapours or fumes
which may cause
irritation of respiratory tract and cause coughing and sensation of
shortness of breath

Specific target organ toxicity (repeated Not classified

exposure)

Aspiration hazard Not classified

SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1. Toxicity
Ecology - general Do not allow product to spread into the environment. This product does not
present any particular risk for the environment.

12.2. Persistence and degradability

POLYETHYLENE LOTRENE LDPE & LLDPE (9002-88-4 (LDPE) ; 25087-34-7 (LLDPE))
Persistence and degradability Product persists. Not readily biodegradable.
BOD (% of ThOD) Below detection limit

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential

POLYETHYLENE LOTRENE LDPE & LLDPE (9002-88-4 (LDPE) ; 25087-34-7 (LLDPE))
Bioaccumulative potential Low bioaccumulation potential.

SDS Ref: PETH-019- QA EN (English) 6/8

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Safety Data Sheet
According to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH) with its amendment Regulation (EU) 2015/830

Date of Issue: 30/01/2018 Supersedes: 07/05/2017 Version: 6

12.4. Mobility in soil

POLYETHYLENE LOTRENE LDPE & LLDPE (9002-88-4 (LDPE) ; 25087-34-7 (LLDPE))
Ecology - soil Low mobility.

12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

POLYETHYLENE LOTRENE LDPE & LLDPE (9002-88-4 (LDPE) ; 25087-34-7 (LLDPE))
Results of PBT assessment Not required

12.6. Other adverse effects

No additional information available

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1. Waste treatment methods
Waste treatment methods Dispose of in accordance with relevant local regulations. Do not discharge
the product into the environment. Recycle the material as far as possible.

SECTION 14: Transport information

In accordance with ADR / RID / IMDG / IATA / ADN
ADR IMDG IATA ADN RID

14.1. UN Number
Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable

14.2. UN proper shipping name

Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable

14.3. Transport hazard class(es)

Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable

14.4. Packing Group

Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable
14.5. Environmental hazards
Dangerous for the Dangerous for the Dangerous for the Dangerous for the Dangerous for the
environment : No environment : No environment : No environment : No environment : No
Marine Pollutant : No
No supplementary Information available

14.6. Special precautions for user

- Overland transport : No data available

- Transport by sea (IMDG) : No data available

- Air transport (IATA) : No data available

- Inland waterway transport : No data available

- Rail transport : No data available

14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL and the IBC Code: Not applicable

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Safety Data Sheet
According to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH) with its amendment Regulation (EU) 2015/830

Date of Issue: 30/01/2018 Supersedes: 07/05/2017 Version: 6

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1. Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
15.1.1. EU-Regulations

Contains no REACH substances with Annex XVII restrictions

Contains no substance on the REACH candidate list
Contains no REACH Annex XIV substances

15.1.2. National regulations

These registration entries are for polymers only. For additives, please refer to QAPCO who will provide the necessary certification.
Not listed on the EEC inventory EINECS (European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances)
Complies the United States TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) inventory
Listed on the Japanese ENCS (Existing & New Chemical Substances) inventory
Listed on the AICS (Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances)
Listed on KECI (Korean Existing Chemicals Inventory)
Listed on the Philippines Inventory of Chemicals and Chemical Substances (PICCS)
Listed on the China Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances (IECSC)
Listed on the Canadian DSL (Domestic Substances List)
Listed on NZIoC (New Zealand Inventory of Chemicals)

15.2. Chemical safety assessment

The substance is not classified for human health hazards or for environment effects and it is not PBT or vPvB so that no exposure
assessment or risk characterisation is required. For tasks where the intervention of workers is required, the substance must be handled in
accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety procedures

SECTION 16: Other information

Other information Training staff on Good Manufacturing Practice. Manipulations are to be done only by
qualified and authorized persons. Use good personal hygiene practices.

SDS EU (REACH Annex II)

This information applies to the PRODUCT AS SUCH and conforming to specifications of Qapco and Qatofin.
In case of formulations or mixtures, it is necessary to ascertain that a new danger will not appear.
The information contained is based on our knowledge of the product, at the date of publishing and it is given quite sincerely.
Users are advised of possible additional hazards when the product is used in applications for which it was not intended. This sheet shall only be used and reproduced for prevention
and security purposes.

The references to legislative, regulatory and codes of practice documents cannot be considered as exhaustive.
It is the responsibility of the person receiving the product to refer to the totality of the official documents concerning the use, the possession and the handling of the product.
It is also the responsibility of the handlers of the product to pass on to any subsequent persons who will come into contact with the product (usage, storage, cleaning of containers,
other processes).
The totality of the information contained within this safety data sheet and necessary for safety at work, the protection of health and the protection of environment.

SDS Ref: PETH-019- QA EN (English) 8/8