Oce North America TDS600 user manual Safety information 321

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET	Number	E-199-a-UK
(93/112/EEC and ISO 11014-1)	Date	October 1997
	Page	2 of 2

Océ B5 Toner

9. Physical and chemical properties

	Explosion limits (dust explosion) LEL 60 g/m3. UEL U (= unknown)				Flash point (oC)	N.A. (=Not Applicable)
	Appearance and odour		Black powder, faint odour		Ignition temperature (oC)	U.
	Boiling point (oC)		N.A		Bulk density (kg/m3)	Approx. 1400
	Vapour density (air = 1)		N.A.		Softening point (oC)	Approx. 50
	Solubility in water		Insoluble		Evaporation rate (butyl acetate = 1)	N.A.
	Vapour pressure		N.A.		% Volatile	0
	Other characteristics		N.A.		pH (solution)	N.A.
10.	Stability and reactivity
	Thermal decomposition			Above approx. 450 oC
	Hazardous decomposition products			None at intended use
	Hazardous reaction			None at intended use
11.	Toxicological information
	Inhalation	* At high concentration in air the powder may cause discomfort of upper respiratory system.
	Skin	* No adverse health effects are expected.
	Eyes	* Dust may cause discomfort in the same manner as nuisance dust.
	Ingestion	* Considered relatively harmless.
	Mutagenicity	No mutagenicity detected in Ames test of similar toners.

*These statements are based on toxicological literature on the ingredients of this product and test results of similar products.

12.Ecological information

This product is not biodegradable.

The ingredients are not classified as ecologically hazardous. No adverse environmental effects are expected.

13.Disposal considerations

Pack waste dustproof to prevent dusting. With due observance of local laws and regulations, dispose of by burial in a sanitary landfill or incineration. Do not throw in open fire, in order to prevent the risk of a dust explosion.

14.Transport information

This product is not classified as a dangerous substance according to the international transport regulations.

15.Regulatory information

This product is not classified as a dangerous preparation according to the European Directives 67/548/EEC and 88/379/EEC for the classification, packaging and labelling of dangerous substances and preparations.

Therefore, indications of special risks or safety advice on the packing are not prescribed for this product.

16.Other information

Use: ink powder for printers.

Room ventilation: see operator manual or safety data sheet for the machine.

Copyright © 1997 Océ-Technologies B.V. Venlo, NL

Note: The contents of this safety data sheet is subject to the disclaimer on page 316 of this manual.

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