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Foam type FileFomtec ARC 3x6 ULFomtec ARC 3x6 UL Part no.

This data is based on our present knowledge. However, it shall not constitute a guarantee for any specific productfeatured and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship

Dafo Fomtec AB, P.O. Box 683, S-135 26 TYRES, Sweden, Phone +46 (0)8-506 405 66, Fax +46 (0)8-506 405 99

1 Chemical product and company identification

1.1 Identification of the productDesignation / trade name Packaging Part no.Fomtec ARC 3x6 UL........................................25 lit can.........................................Fomtec ARC 3x6 UL........................................200 lit drum....................................Product Application

Fire fighting foam concentrate. In dilution with water fire fighting agent.

1.2. Identification of the companies

Manufacturer:

Name: .........................Dafo Fomtec ABAddress:......................P.O Box 683

SE-135 26 Tyres

SwedenTel.:.............................Phone +46-8 506 405 00

Fax +46-8 506 405 99

2 Composition and ingredient informationAn aqueous concentrated solution of fluorocarbon - hydrocarbon surfactants and foam stabilisers /

preservatives (Glycols).Ingredient CAS-no. Symbol Phrase

Water ...........................................................7732-18-5Butyl Diglycol .............................................112-34-5 .......................... Xi.............. R36

Fluoro-alkyl surfactants............................... ......................................... Xi.............. R36/38Alkyl ether Sulphate.................................... ......................................... Xi.............. R36Water soluble polymer.................................138-66-2

Urea .............................................................57-13-6

3 Identification of hazards for people and environment

Irritating to skin and eyes. Ingestion may cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea.

4 First aid measures

Eyes contact................Irrigate with fresh water for at least ten minutes holding eyelids apart.Skin.............................Wash off with plenty of waterInhalation....................If inhaled - remove to fresh air. No serious effect.Ingestion .....................Rinse mouth with water and give plenty of water to drink. Do not induce

vomiting. If symptoms persist seek medical advice and treat symptomatically.

5 Fire fighting measures

No specific measures required as this product is a fire extinguishing medium. If product containers areinvolved in fire then suitable extinguishing media should be applied.


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6 Accidental release measures

Washing of any spillages into drains should be avoided. Absorb spillage with absorbent granules andtransfer to containers for safe disposal.

7 Handling and storageProduct should be diluted with water before use. (3% for hydrocarbon and 6% for polar solvent).

7.1 Handling precautions

Avoid repeated inhalation or contact with eyes and skin of the foam concentrate.

7. 2 Storage precautions

Product should be stored in sealed original containers above the freezing point and below 40C.

8 Exposure controls and personal protectionOccupational exposure standards: ... NoneOSHA PEL:.....................................NoneSafety phrases: ................................. S20/21Personal Protection:.........................Use of gloves, goggles and protective clothing is recommended.

9 Physical and chemical properties

Appearance: .....................Amber pseudoplasticOdor.................................SyntheticpH 50% sol. at 15.6C .....approx. 7Specific Gravity:..............approx. 1.06Solubility: ........................Miscible with water in all proportionsFlammability: ..................Non-flammableFlash Point:......................> 98CBoiling Point....................100C at 760mmHgFreeze Point:....................-10

10 Stability and reactivityIf stored at ambient temperature away from direct sunlight, shelf life is normally over ten (10) years.Reactivity

Materials to avoid: Strong acids, strong bases, strong oxidizing agents, alcohols.Decomposition products: Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, hydrogen fluoride, oxides of nitrogen,vapours, gases etc.


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12 Ecological information

Ecological informationAs product is intended as a fire fighting foam it will create copious quantities of foam if washed intowatercourses, although it is biodegradable. In the event of large spillage, advise appropriate authorities.BiodegradabilityCOD......... ..................414.6 mg O2/l, BOD .....5 days ..............................230.0 mg O2/l (55 %)

13 Disposal considerationsRecovery:....................By brushing and aspiration.

Neutralisation: ............Not necessary.Disposal:.....................Normally as fertilizer through an approved specialized company according to

local and current authority regulations. European disposal No. 160 502Contamined packaging: N/ATo avoid: see point 8.The European, National, Federal, regional or community rules are to be followed.

14 Transport information

No prescriptions.International transport informations: N/A

15 Regulatory informationNot classified under Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging for Supply) Regulations 1994 ashazardous. Refer to Health and Safety at Work Act and the Control of Substances Hazardous to WorkRegulations. This material safety data sheet does not constitute the user's own assessment of workplacerisk as required by the above regulations. The Manual Handling Operations Regulations may beapplicable to certain pack sizes of this product. EEC directive (67/548/EEC and 88/379/EEC).

16 Complementary general informationThe information in this safety data sheet is based on the present state of knowledge and current nationallegislation. It provides guidance on safety health and environmental aspects of the product and should

not be construed as any guarantee of performance. The product should not be used for purposes otherthan fire-fighting without first referring to the supplier. The user is responsible for ensuring thatrequirements of relevant legislation are complied with.The distributor is not responsible for any misuse.

11 Toxicological informationIngestion: ....................Can cause vomiting, nausea and diarrhoea.

No chronic effect known. No classification.Skin contact: ...............Minor irritant. Possibility of transient irritation.

No chronic effect known. No classification.Inhalation:...................Prolonged extensive or repeated inhalation can be harmful.

No chronic effect known. No classification.Eye contact:.................Minor irritant. Possibility of transient irritation.

No chronic effect known. No classification.

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