Epson C13T596C00 Product Data Sheet

Material Safety Data Sheet

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

1.1. Product identifier: EPSON Ink Cartridge T596C

1.2. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against:

Identified uses; Ink for Inkjet Printing

1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet:

Distributor: EPSON EUROPE B.V.
Address: Azie building, Atlas ArenA, Hoogoorddreef

5,1101 BA Amsterdam

Zuidoost The Netherlands
www.epson-europe.com

TEL: [phone] FAX: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]
Date Prepared: 30 May 2012
Revision: A

1.4. Emergency telephone number: Giftnotruf Berlin [phone]

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1. Classification of the mixture:

Classification (1999/45/EC); Not Classified

2.2. Label elements:Label in Accordance with 1999/45/EC

Symbol(s); None
Indication(s) of danger; None
Risk phrase; None
Safety advice; None

2.3. Other hazards:

Classification (PBT,vPvB(EC)No1907/2006); No data available

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

Substance / Mixture: Mixture (Ink Composition)

Ink Composition CAS No. EEC No. EU registration

No.

Water 7732-18-5 231-791-2 Exemption < 80 None None None None

Proprietary organic
materials

Glycerols

Colorant

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OELs

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SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1. Description of first aid measures:

4.1.1. Eyes : Immediately flush with room temperature, low pressure and clean water for at least 15 minutes.

Seek medical attention if eye irritation continues.

4.1.2. Skin : Wash surface areas with soap and water. Wash soiled clothing before wearing again.

Consult a physician if irritation continues.

4.1.3. Inhalation : Remove subject to ventilated fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration right away.

If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Seek immediate medical attention.

4.1.4. Ingestion : Seek medical advice; and attention if stomach continues to be upset.

4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed:

Skin:Ink contact with skin may cause irritation, swelling or redness.

4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed: Not necessary

SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures

5.1. Extinguishing Media

5.1.1.Suitable extinguishing media: Dry chemical , carbon dioxide or water.

5.1.2.Unsuitable extinguishing media: None

5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture: None

5.3. Advice for firefighters: No special fire fighting procedures are required other than breathing apparatus.

No special explosion hazards are known.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

For non-emergency personnel: Eye or Skin protection required during clean-up.Use proper ventilation.

6.1.1.

6.1.2. For emergency responders: None

6.2. Environmental precautions: Do not release to sewer, surface- or ground-water.

6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

6.3.1. Advice on how to contain a spill:

6.3.2. Advice how to clean-up a spill: Rinse area with damp cloth.Place waste in closed container for disposal.

6.3.3. Any other information: Do not dispose of waste to the sewer.

Reference to other sections: None

6.4.

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1. Precautions for safe handling

7.1.1. Recommendations:

Advice on general occupational hygiene:

7.1.2.

Keep out of reach of children and do not drink ink.Do not dismantle cartridge.

Avoid contact with eyes or clothing. In the case of skin contact, wash with soap and water.

7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:

Do not store the cartridge in high or freezing temperatures. Keep cartridge out of direct sunlight. Do not store
cartridges with oxidizing agents or explosives. Make sure cartridge is dry before insertion into printer housing.

7.3. Specific end use(s): Not specified

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

Control parameters: Not established

8.1.

8.2. Exposure Controls

8.2.1. Appropriate engineering controls: Proper ventilation, in prevention

8.2.2. Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment

8.2.2.1. Use of personal protective equipment:

Not required under suitable use as setting the cartridge on the printer.

8.2.2.2. Detailed specification on equipment to provide adequate and suitable protection
(a) eye/face protection: Not required under suitable use as setting the cartridge on the printer.
(b) skin protection: hand protection & others:

Not required under suitable use as setting the cartridge on the printer.
(c) respiratory protection: Not required under suitable use as setting the cartridge on the printer.
(d) thermal hazards: Not required under suitable use as setting the cartridge on the printer.

8.2.3. Environmental exposure controls: Not established

Use sponges to wipe-up ink.

Wash hands with soap and water.

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SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Appearance: White Liquid
Odour: Slightly
Odour threshold: No data available
pH: 7.3 to 7.9 at 20°C
Melting point / freezing point: No data available
Initial boiling point and boiling range: No data available
Flash point: Not detected until 100°C (Closed cup, ASTM D3278)
Evaporation rate: No data available
Flammability (solid, gas): No data available
Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits: No data available
Vapor pressure: No data available
Vapor density: No data available
Relative density: No data available
Solubility(ies): Complete
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water: No data available
Auto-ignition temperature: No data available
Decomposition temperature: No data available
Viscosity: Less than 5 mPa·s at 20°C
Explosive properties: None
Oxidizing properties: None

9.2. Other information: None

SECTION 10:Stability and reactivity

10.1. Reactivity: Stable under normal temperature

10.2. Chemical stability: Stable under normal temperature

10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions: None

10.4. Conditions to avoid: High and freezing temperatures

10.5. Incompatible materials: Oxidizers and explosives

10.6. Hazardous decomposition products: No data available

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

Acute toxicity: Not meet the criteria for classification according to EU Directive 1999/45/EC
Irritation: Eye: Not meet the criteria for classification according to EU Directive 1999/45/EC

Skin: Not meet the criteria for classification according to EU Directive 1999/45/EC
Corrosivity: Not meet the criteria for classification according to EU Directive 1999/45/EC
Sensitisation: Skin: Not meet the criteria for classification according to EU Directive 1999/45/EC
Carcinogenicity: Not meet the criteria for classification according to EU Directive 1999/45/EC

Not contain any substances listed in IARC Monographs (1,2A and 2B)

Mutagenicity: Not meet the criteria for classification according to EU Directive 1999/45/EC
Toxicity for reproduction: Not meet the criteria for classification according to EU Directive 1999/45/EC

SECTION 12:Ecological information

12.1. Toxicity: No data available

12.2. Persistence and degradability: No data available

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential: No data available

12.4. Mobility in soil: No data available

12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment: Has not carried out PBT and vPvB assessment

12.6. Other adverse effects: No data available

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1. Waste treatment methods: Disposal should be in accordance with federal, state, and local requirements.

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SECTION 14: Transport information

14.1. UN number Not applicable

14.2. UN proper shipping name Not applicable

14.3. Transport hazard class(es) Not applicable

14.4. Packing group Not applicable

14.5. Environmental hazards Not applicable

14.6. Special precautions for user Not applicable

14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code Not applicable

SECTION 15:Regulatory information

15.1. Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture:

EU Information:

Regulation (EC) No 2037/2000: Is not subject
Regulation (EC) No 850/2004: Is not subject
Regulation (EC) No 689/2008: Is not subject

US Information:

TSCA Section 4(a) Final Test Rules Regulated: Not regulated
TSCA Section 5 Significant New Use Rule Regulation: Not regulated
TSCA Section 8(a) Preliminary Assessment Information Rule (PAIR): Not regulated
TSCA Section 12(b) One-Time Export Notification Regulated: Not regulated
California Proposition 65: Not regulated

Canada Information:

WHMIS Controlled Product: Not applicable (Manufactured article)

Australia Information:

Statement of Hazardous Nature: Not classified as hazardous according to criteria of NOHSC

15.2. Chemical safety assessment: This ink has not carried out any Chemical Safety Assessment yet.

SECTION 16:Other information

List of relevant R-phrases: Nothing

This “Material Safety Data Sheet” contains health, safety, and environmental information. It does not replace
any precautionary language or use and disposal information which accompanies the product. The information
contained herein is believed to be accurate at the time of preparation, but should only be used as a guide. It is
subject to revision from time to time. EPSON does not warrant the completeness or accuracy of the information
contained herein.

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