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1. Identification of the 1.1 Product Identifier

Substance/Mixture and of the Material Name: MIDEL eN 1215.
Company/Undertaking
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised
against
Product Use: Dielectric fluid.
Uses advised against: None.

1.3 Details of the supplier of the substance or mixture

Company: M&I Materials Ltd., Hibernia Way, Trafford Park, Manchester, M32 0ZD,
UK.
Telephone: +44 (0)161 864 5411.
Emergency Telephone: +44 (0)161 864 5439.
Email: [email protected].

2. Hazards Identification This product is not classified as hazardous and this document has been compiled for
information purposes, in accordance regulation 1907/EC/2006, Annex II, as amended
by Regulation (EU) No. 453/2010 and OSHA hazard communication guidelines.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 (CLP): Not classified.

2.2 Label elements

Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 (CLP): No symbol or signal word.

2.3 Other hazards

None.

3. Composition/Information on 3 Substance
Ingredients CAS No.: 68956-68-3.
Description: Blend of natural triglyceride esters (vegetable oil).
Composition:
Constituent CAS Number Contents
Blend of natural triglyceride esters 68956-68-3 >98.5%
Performance enhancing additives Proprietary <1.5%

All constituents are listed on the TSCA inventory. Additives used in this product are a
trade secret, but do not lead to classification of the substance as hazardous.

4. First Aid Measures 4.1 Description of first aid measures

Inhalation: None envisaged due to the low vapour pressure of the substance.
Skin: Wash with soap and water. Obtain medical attention if irritation develops.
Eyes: Irrigate with copious amounts of water. Obtain medical attention if irritation
develops.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting, obtain medical attention.

4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
No adverse effects expected.

Any recommendation or suggestion relating to the use, storage, handling or properties of the products supplied by M&I Materials Ltd or any member of its group, either in sales and technical literature or in response to a
specific enquiry or otherwise, is given in good faith but it is for the customer to satisfy itself of the suitability of the product for its own particular purposes and to ensure that the product is used correctly and safely in
accordance with the manufacturer’s written instructions. © M&I Materials Ltd.
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4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
No special treatment required.

5. Fire Fighting Measures 5.1 Extinguishing media

Carbon dioxide, dry powder, ABF foam or water fog. Do not use water jets.

5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

None.

5.3 Advice for fire fighters

Self-contained breathing apparatus may be required.

6. Accidental Release 6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Measures Spilt product constitutes a slip hazard. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

6.2 Environmental precautions

Do not contaminate any lakes, streams, ponds, groundwater or soil. Avoid flushing
into drains. In the event of a large spillage contain product as thoroughly as possible
and dispose of in accordance with local regulations.

6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Soak up spilt material with absorbent granules for disposal.

7. Handling and Storage 7.1 Precautions for safe handling

Avoid eye and prolonged skin contact.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

No special precautions required.

7.3 Specific end use(s)

Exposure to air should be minimised. Opened containers should be properly resealed

8. Exposure Controls/ 8.1 Control parameters

Personal Protection No relevant control parameters.

8.2 Exposure controls

Eye washes should be available for emergency use.
Respiratory protection: None required.
Skin protection: Wear coveralls.
Hand protection: Wash hands after use. For prolonged or repeated skin contact
gloves are recommended.
Eye protection: If splashes are likely to occur wear safety glasses.

9. Physical and Chemical 9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Properties Appearance: Pale amber liquid.
Odour: None.
pH: Not applicable.
Freezing point: -18°C.
Initial boiling point and boiling range: >300°C.

Any recommendation or suggestion relating to the use, storage, handling or properties of the products supplied by M&I Materials Ltd or any member of its group, either in sales and technical literature or in response to a
specific enquiry or otherwise, is given in good faith but it is for the customer to satisfy itself of the suitability of the product for its own particular purposes and to ensure that the product is used correctly and safely in
accordance with the manufacturer’s written instructions. © M&I Materials Ltd.
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Flash point: 315°C (open cup).

Flammability (solid, gas): Non-flammable.
Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits: Data not available.
Vapour pressure: Data not available.
Vapour density: Not applicable.
Relative density: 0.92 at 20°C.
Water solubility: <1mg/l.
Solubility: Not applicable.
Partition coefficient: Data not available.
Auto-ignition temperature: No auto-ignition expected.
Decomposition temperature: Data not available.
Viscosity: 32mm2/s at 40°C.
Explosive properties: Non-explosive.
Oxidising properties: Non-oxidising.

9.2 Other information

Not applicable.

10. Stability and Reactivity 10.1 Reactivity

Stable under normal conditions of use.

10.2 Chemical stability

Stable under normal conditions of use.

10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions

Data not available.

10.4 Conditions to avoid

Temperatures >250°C.

10.5 Incompatible materials

Strong oxidising agents.

10.6 Hazardous decomposition products

None.

11. Toxicological Information 11.1 Information on toxicological effects

Likely routes of exposure: Skin and eyes are the most likely routes for exposure.
Accidental ingestion may occur. Inhalation is not expected to be a relevant route of
exposure. Product is vegetable oil based and as such non-toxic.
Acute oral toxicity: Considered to be low toxicity, vegetable oil.
Acute dermal toxicity: Considered to be low toxicity.
Acute inhalation toxicity: Low volatility makes inhalation unlikely.
Skin corrosion/irritation: Considered to be not irritating.
Eye corrosion/irritation: Considered to be not irritating.
Respiratory or skin sensitisation: Considered to be not sensitising.
Aspiration hazard: Not considered an aspiration hazard.
Carcinogenicity/mutagenicity: Not considered a mutagenic hazard or carcinogen.
This product is not considered to be a carcinogen by IARC, ACGIH, NTP or OSHA.

Any recommendation or suggestion relating to the use, storage, handling or properties of the products supplied by M&I Materials Ltd or any member of its group, either in sales and technical literature or in response to a
specific enquiry or otherwise, is given in good faith but it is for the customer to satisfy itself of the suitability of the product for its own particular purposes and to ensure that the product is used correctly and safely in
accordance with the manufacturer’s written instructions. © M&I Materials Ltd.
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12. Ecological Information When used and/or disposed of as indicated no adverse environmental effects are
foreseen. Ecotoxicological effects based on knowledge of similar substances.
12.1 Toxicity
Substances of this type do not pose a hazard to aquatic organisms.

12.2 Persistence and degradability

Readily biodegradable.

12.3 Bioaccumulative potential

No potential for bioaccumulation.

12.4 Mobility in soil

Considered to have low mobility in soil.

12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

The product does not meet criteria for toxicity which requires further assessment. It is
not considered PBT or vPvB.

12.6 Other adverse effects

No other adverse effects envisaged.

13. Disposal Considerations 13.1 Waste treatment methods

Product and packaging must be disposed of in accordance with local and national
regulations. May be incinerated. Unused product may be returned for reclamation.

14. Transport Information Not classified as hazardous under air (ICAO/IATA), sea (IMDG), road (ADR) or rail
(RID) regulations.
14.1 UN number
Not relevant.

14.2 UN proper shipping name

Not relevant.

14.3 Transport hazard class

Not relevant.

14.4 Packing group

Not relevant.

14.5 Environmental hazards

Not relevant.

14.6 Special precautions for user

Not relevant.

15. Regulatory Information 15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the
substance or mixture
Product is exempt from REACH registration.
All constituent substances in this product are listed in the TSCA inventory.

Any recommendation or suggestion relating to the use, storage, handling or properties of the products supplied by M&I Materials Ltd or any member of its group, either in sales and technical literature or in response to a
specific enquiry or otherwise, is given in good faith but it is for the customer to satisfy itself of the suitability of the product for its own particular purposes and to ensure that the product is used correctly and safely in
accordance with the manufacturer’s written instructions. © M&I Materials Ltd.
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15.2 Chemical safety assessment

A chemical safety assessment has not been carried out for this product.

16. Other Information Compiled according to regulation 1907/EC/2006, Annex II, as amended by Regulation
(EU) No. 453/2010 and OSHA hazard communication guidelines.

16.1 Changes from last issue:

Updated to fire extinguishing media (ABF Foam).

The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to our best knowledge, information and belief at the date of its
publication. It is intended to describe the product for the purposes of health, safety and environmental requirements only. It should not
be construed as guaranteeing any specific property of the product.

Any recommendation or suggestion relating to the use, storage, handling or properties of the products supplied by M&I Materials Ltd or any member of its group, either in sales and technical literature or in response to a
specific enquiry or otherwise, is given in good faith but it is for the customer to satisfy itself of the suitability of the product for its own particular purposes and to ensure that the product is used correctly and safely in
accordance with the manufacturer’s written instructions. © M&I Materials Ltd.