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Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)

1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND
COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
Product Name BITUMEN 35/50
Company Name ERES SA
Address ERE-S SA, Zone des. Hydrocarbures, PAD, Möle 8, DAKAR
Telephone: 0022133 889 26 06 - 00221 33 832 18 45
Fax: 00221 33 842 23 63
Emergency Tel: 00221 77 461 34 72
Recommended Use
Bitumen product for road building.
Other Information
This data sheet and the health, safety and environmental information it contains is considered to be accurate as of the date
specified above. We have reviewed any information contained herein which we received from sources outside ERES NV.
However, no warranty or representation, expressed or implied is made as to the accuracy or completeness of the data and
information contained in this data sheet.
Health and safety precautions and environmental advice noted in this data sheet may not be accurate for all individuals and/or
situations. It is the user's obligation to evaluate and use this product safely and to comply with all applicable laws and
regulations. No statement made in this data sheet shall be construed as a permission, recommendation or authorisation given
or implied to practise any patented invention without a valid licence. ERES NV shall not be responsible for any damage or
injury resulting from abnormal use of the material, from any failure to adhere to recommendations, or from any hazards
inherent in the nature of the material.

PRODUCT IS COLD OR HOT WHEN TRANSPORTED.

2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Hazard Classification DANGEROUS GOODS WHEN HEATED ABOVE 100 c c. NON-
HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE.
This product can be delivered, stored and used at temperatures above 100 0 C. Contact with hot product will cause burns.
Hydrogen sulphide, an extremely toxic and highly flammable gas, may be present in trace amounts in the overall formulation,
and may collect along with other. flammable light hydrocarbon gases in the vapour spaces where this product is stored.
Hydrogen sulphide has a typical 'bad egg' smell but at high concentrations the sense of smell is rapidly lost, therefore do not
rely on sense of smell for detecting hydrogen sulphide. Use specially designed instruments for determining its concentration.

3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Composition, information on ingredients
This product consists of bitumen, a complex black solid consisting predominantly of high molecular weight organic
compounds with carbon numbers greater than C25 and high carbon to hydrogen ratios. CAS No. 8052-42-4
Bitumen 100%

WHEN BITUMEN IS COLD AND TRANSPORTED, THE PRODUCT IS

SOLID AND NOT CLASSIFIED AS DANGEROUS OR HAZARDOUS. SOLID
MEANS THE PRODUCT IS HARD AS A ROCK.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation If inhalation of mists, fumes or vapour causes irritation to the nose or throat, or coughing, remove to fresh air. If
symptoms persist obtain medical advice. EXPOSURE TO HYDROGEN SULPHIDE
Casualties suffering ill effects as a result of exposure to hydrogen sulphide should be immediately removed to fresh air and
medical assistance obtained without delay. Unconscious casualties must be placed in the recovery position.
Monitor breathing and pulse rate and if breathing has failed, or is deemed inadequate, respiration must be assisted,
preferably by the mouth-to-mouth method. Administer external cardiac massage if necessary. Seek immediate medical
attention.

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It is advisable that all who are engaged in operations in which contact with hydrogen sulphide may reasonably be anticipated,
should be trained in the techniques of emergency resuscitation and in the care of an unconscious patient.
Ingestion If contamination of the mouth occurs, wash out thoroughly with waterŽ Except as a deliberate act, the ingestion of
large amounts of product is unlikely. If it should occur, do not induce vomiting; obtain medical advice.
Skin Hot product - Where skin burns occur, the area should be immediately immersed in cold water until the bitumen is
thoroughly cooled. Do not attempt to remove the bitumen from the skin as it provides an airtight sterile cover over the burn,
which will eventually fall away with the scab as the wound heals. If, for any reason, the bitumen must be removed, this can
be done using a slightly warmed medicinal liquid paraffin. Kerosene or other solvents should never be used to remove
bitumen from skin or clothing. All burns should receive medical attention. It should be noted that bitumen contracts on
cooling and where a limb is encased, care should be taken to avoid the development of a tourniquet effect. Cold product - If
the skin becomes contaminated with product at ambient temperature, wash the skin thoroughly with soap and water. Seek
medical advice if irritation persists.

Eye Hot product - Flood immediately with water to dissipate the heat, if possible,ensuring eyelids are held open. In the event
of any product remaining, do not try to remove it other than by continued irrigation with water. Take the casualty to hospital
for examination and treatment without delay.
Cold product - Wash eye thoroughly with copious quantities of water, ensuring eyelids are held open. Obtain medical advice
if any pain or redness develops or persists.

Advice to Doctor Treatment should in general be symptomatic and directed to relieving effects. Inhalation of hydrogen
sulphide may cause central nervous system depression leading to coma and death. It is irritant to the respiratory tract
causing chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary oedema. The onset of pulmonary oedema may be delayed 24 to 48 hours.
Treat with oxygen and ventilate as appropriate. Administer broncho-dilators if indicated and consider administration of
corticosteroids. Keep casualty under surveillance for 48 hours in case pulmonary oedema develops.
Aspiration of the product is unlikely to occur except as a result of ingestion, followed by vomiting or regurgitation in a
partially or totally unconscious individual, where immediate effects are most likely to result from the aspiration of acidic
stomach contents. If it should occur, transport casualty immediately to hospital.

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

Fire Fighting Measures
For major fires, call the Fire Brigade immediately. Ensure an escape path is always available from any fire. There is a
danger of flashback if sparks or hot surfaces ignite vapour. In case of fire, use foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide,
vaporising liquid or water delivered as a fine spray. DO NOT USE water jets.
FIRES IN CONFINED SPACES SHOULD BE DEALT WITH BY TRAINED PERSONNEL
WEARING APPROVED BREATHING APPARATUS.
Water may be used to cool nearby heat exposed areas/objects/packages. Avoid spraying directly into storage containers
because of the danger of boil-over-

Hazards from Combustion Products

Toxic fumes may be evolved on burning or exposure to heat. See Stability and Reactivity, Section 10 of this Material Safety
Data Sheet.
IMDG: CLASS 3

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Emergency Procedures
Depending upon its temperature, the product may be either liquid, semi-solid or solid-
Wear protective equipment (See Exposure Controls/Personal Protection, Section 8 of this Material Safety Data Sheet for
details).
Contain and recover liquid using sand or other suitable inert absorbent material.
Protect drains from potential spills and prevent entry of product. Do not wash product into drainage system since this may
result in a blockage when the product cools. Should blockage occur, notify the appropriate authority immediately.
Scrape up bulk of solid material and remove the remainder with sand or other suitable absorbent material. It IS advised that
stocks of suitable absorbent material should be held in quantities sufficient to deal with any spillage, which may be
reasonably anticipated. If necessary, clean the resultant area using hot water and detergent; absorb the washings with
suitable absorbent material or sand. Do not wash into drains. In the case of large spills contact the appropriate authorities.
Spillages of hot product in confined spaces may be especially hazardous because flammable gases including highly toxic
hydrogen sulphide gas may be present. For such spillages, the use of approved breathing apparatus by personnel specially
trained in its use may be required.
If spillage has occurred in a confined space, ensure adequate ventilation and check that a safe, breathable atmosphere is
present before entry.

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Vapour may collect in any confined space.
Protect environmentally sensitive areas and water supplies. In the case of spillage on water, the product may sink and
recovery may be difficult. Regular surveillance on the location of the spillage should be maintained.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Precautions for Safe Handling
Avoid skin contact. Good working practices, high standards of personal hygiene and plant cleanliness must be maintained at
ali times. Whilst using, dö not eat, drink or smoke. Wear appropriate gloves. Wash hands thoroughly after contact. Removal
of bitumen from the skin is best achieved by the use of a suitable hand cleaner. Do not use solvents, such as kerosene. Regular
periodic self inspection of the skin is recommended, especially those areas subject to contamination. In the event of any
localised changes in appearance or texture of the skin being noticed, medical advice should be sought without delay. Contact
with hot product will cause burns.
Ensure good ventilation and avoid, as far as reasonably practicable, the inhalation and contact with vapours, mists or fumes
which may be generated during use. If such vapour, mists or fumes are generated, their concentration in the workplace air
should be controlled to the lowest reasonably practicable level.
Avoid contact with eyes. If splashing is likely to occur wear a full face visor or chemical goggles as appropriate.
Do not siphon product by mouth.
Use disposable cloths and discard when soiled. Do not put soiled cloths into pockets. Take
all necessary precautions against accidental spillage into soil or water.

Conditions for Safe Storage

Store under cover away from moisture and sources of ignition. Do not overheat in storage.
Under no circumstances should water be allowed to contact hot product because of the danger of boil-over. Particular care
should be taken to ensure that bulk storage tanks are watertight and that any steam heating coils are regularly checked for
leaks.
For bulk product, the storage temperature should not fluctuate above and below 100 0 C as this increases the risk of water
condensation leading to boil-over.
Care must always be exercised when heating product through IOO OC. Highly toxic hydrogen sulphide gas may be emitted
from hot product and accumulate in enclosed spaces or tanks. Extreme care must therefore be taken during venting of tanks
and enclosed spaces which have, at any time, contained hot product. Under no circumstances should entry be made into small
enclosures without taking full precautions.
Confined spaces contaminated with hydrogen sulphide must always be considered as constituting potentially life-threatening
environments. Entry into such spaces must never be undertaken except under extreme emergency when no alternative is
possible and then by trained operators wearing air-supplied breathing apparatus of an approved type and following
procedures strictly in accordance with statutory regulations. Always have sufficient personnel standing by outside the tank
with appropriate breathing apparatus and equipment to effect a quick rescue.
It is advisable that all who are engaged in operations in which contact with hydrogen sulphide may reasonably be expected,
should be trained in the techniques of emergency resuscitation and in the care of an unconscious patient.
Pyrophoric (self-heating) deposits, which may cause fire or explosion, may be formed in storage. Avoid exposure of tank
vapour space to fresh air, and maintain stable storage temperatures. Regular inspection for such deposits will indicate when
tank cleaning is necessary.
Other Information Fire Prevention
Light hydrocarbon vapours can build up in the headspace of tanks. These can cause flammability/explosion hazards, even at
temperatures below the norrnal flash point. (Note: flash point must not be regarded as a reliable indicator of the potential
flammability of vapour in tank headspaces). Tank headspaces should always be regarded as potentially flammable and care
should be taken to avoid static electric discharge and all ignition sources during filling, ullaging and sampling from storage
tanks. Hoses should be electrically continuous and ensure equipment used is properly earthed or bonded to the tank structure.
Will present a flammability hazard if heated above the flash point but bulk liquids at normal storage temperatures present a
low fire hazard. Product should not be overheated in storage because of the risk of fire. For advice on storage temperatures,
please contact your local ERES NV representative.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

EUROPEAN COMMISSION: HEALTH, HYGYNE AND SAFETY AT WORK
Avoid, as far as reasonably practicable, inhalation of vapour, mists or fumes generated during use.
If vapour, mists or fumes are generated, their concentration in the workplace air should be controlled to the lowest reasonably
practicable level. The World Health Organisation recommends the following exposure limits:
TLV: asphalt (bitumen) fume as benzene-soluble aerosol, 0.5 mg/m3 as TWA; A4; (ACGIH 2003). MAK not established.
The short term exposure limit for hydrogen sulphide is 15 ppm.
Biological Limit Values
Unknown

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Engineering Controls
Ensure good ventilation

Respiratory Protection
Respiratory protection is not required at proper ventilation of working area. A harmful concentration of airborne
particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed or when heated. Use appropriate respiratory protection
equipment in areas potential for hydrogen sulphide accumulation.
The use of respiratory equipment must be strictly in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and any statutory
requirements governing its selection and use.
Personal Protective Equipment
When handling bitumen, suitable protective clothing of an appropriate standard should be worn. Depending on the type of
operation this may include:
- Visor to protect face and head covering with neck flap,
- Gauntlets (heat resistant and impervious to solvent),
- Overalls, impervious to bitumen, covering full body and limbs with legs worn over boots to prevent burns to the legs and
feet; - Protective boots.
If skin contact is likely, wear impervious protective clothing and/or gloves. Protective clothing should be regularly dry
cleaned and laundered. Change heavily contaminated clothing as soon as reasonably practicable and launder before re-use.
Wash any contaminated underlying skin with soap and water.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance Black, solid material at 250 C
Odour No odor when cold – A bit Strong odor when heated at 160°-170°C

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Chemical Stability
Products of this type are stable and unlikely to react in a hazardous manner under normal conditions of use. Hazardous
polymerisation reactions will not occur.
This material is combustible. Flash point +230°C
Conditions to Avoid
Sources of ignition. Excessive heating above the maximum recommended handling and storage temperatures will cause
degradation and evolution of flammable vapours.
Incompatible Materials
Avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents. and water
Hazardous Decomposition Products
Thermal decomposition can produce a variety of compounds, the precise nature of which will depend on the decomposition
conditions. Incomplete combustion/thermal decomposition will generate smoke, carbon dioxide and hazardous gases, which
will include carbon monoxide, hydrogen sulphide and oxides of sulphur.
Overheating in storage may cause partial vaporisation and decomposition with the production of toxic hydrogen sulphide
gas.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Inhalation
At normal ambient temperatures this product will be unlikely to present an inhalation hazard because of its low volatility- This
material contains polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PCAH's) at low levels. The handling procedures and personal protective
measures described should be followed to minimise employee exposure.
Ingestion
Unlikely to be accidentally swallowed in view of the high handling temperatures. Except as a deliberate act, the ingestion of
large amounts of product is unlikely. Ingestion of product may cause nausea or diarrhoea. Ingestion of hot product will
cause burns to the mouth, throat and stomach.

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Skin
Will cause burns if hot material contacts skin.
Eye
Will cause burns if hot material contacts eyes. Unlikely to cause more than transient stinging or redness if accidental eye
contact occurs with cold product. May be irritating to eyes at high concentrations of vapour mists or fumes.
Chronic Effects
When product is heated to high temperatures, vapour, mist or fumes will be given off and may condensate, contaminating
the skin or clothing. Prolonged or repeated contact with this condensate may give rise to dermatitis or other skin conditions
of a serious or irreversible nature.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Ecotoxicity Unlikely to cause long term effects in the aquatic
Persistence I environment.
Degradability This product is not biodegradable.
Mobility Spillages are unlikely to penetrate the soil.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Disposal Considerations
Dispose of via an authorised person/ licensed waste disposal contractor in accordance with local regulations. Incineration may
be carried out under controlled conditions provided that local regulations for emissions are met.
Where possible arrange for the product to be recycled. Dispose of product and container carefully and responsibly. Do not
dispose of near or into waterways, ditches or down drains.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

UN number 3257
Packaging group Ill
Shipping name Elevated temperature liquid, N.O.S. at or above 100 oc and below its' flash point (Bitumen)
IMDG class 9

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

Regulatory Information
This product is not classified as hazardous according to the EU law system. Hazard symbol (statutory labeling) is not
required.
Poisons Schedule Not Scheduled

16. OTHER INFORMATION

Date of last revision of MSDS January 2019
MSDS Creation: January 2015

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