HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE LABEL

The hazards symbols of this article are shown on the labels of the specific products. In addition to the danger symbol our product labels show much more information. For details please see the following sample label.

1. Danger symbol on orange background
2. R-sentences information about possible risks
3. S-sentences information about necessary precautions
4. P-sentences special marking of certain product hazards
5. Product name
6. Address of manufacturer
7. The GEBR-logo allows return of empty containers to collection sites of GEBR
8. Article number (7 digits)
9. Contents
10. 19-digit number code stands for the following information:

A. Production date: e.g. 19.09.02
B. Batch No.: 1234561
C. Expiration date: 19.09.03

11. Dangerous goods classification according to ADR 2001
12. Water endangerment category
13. Classification according to flammable liquids legislation (VbF)
14. Waste key number according to European waste catalogue
15. Information about dangerous substances responsible for marking
16. according to dangerous good regulation

R10:
Flammable
Solvent based ink systems with from +21 to +55 °C.

R11:
Highly flammable
For pressurised containers. Aerosol is highly flammable (flash point Solvent based ink systems containing ethylacetate.

Products like Wiecostat spray, Screen spray thinner HG/VSP.

R20:
Harmful by inhalation
Applies to products containing solvents like cyclohexanone, butylglycolacetate, xylene, toluene etc. Potential hazard only in case of insufficient air circulation and exceeding MAK values.

Ink ranges like J, RF-K, Z/PVC, adhesion promoter PP.

R21:
Harmful in contact with skin
Applies to solvent based ink systems, especially skin resorbing solvents such as cyclohexanone, xylene, butylglycolacetate.

Ink ranges like ZM, ZMN

R36/37/38:
Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin
Applies to solvent based and UV-curing ink systems. Irritant components are mainly solvents and acrylic resins.
Ink ranges like UVN, UVP, UVGL.

R41:
Risk of serious damage to eyes
Potential risk only by eye contact. Low potential irritation of skin and respiratory system:
Products like ink range HG, retarder UV1.

R43:
May cause sensitisation by skin contact
Mainly applies to UV-curing ink systems.
Resins contained my cause allergic reactions.
Ink ranges like UVP, UVN, UVGL.

R51/53, 52/53:
Toxic or Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment
Especially UV-ink systems and thinners, cleaning agents containing Solvent Naphtha.
Only relevant if liquid product is led into the aquatic system.

Ink ranges like UVP, UVN, UVGL, TP 300, Z/GL.

R65:
Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed
Only for low viscous products containing aromatic hydrocarbons (thinners, cleaning agents). Health hazard only if swallowed.
Risk of lung oedema in case swallowed product is vomited.

Products like additive A, URS 3

R66/67:
Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking. Vapours may cause drowsiness or dizziness
Systems containing solvents like butylacetate or butanol.

Products like thinner ZVSP, cleaning agent URS 3

THE SAFETY DATA SHEET

In addition to the hazard information on the label the relevant hazard substance information is also contained in the safety data sheet. The safety data sheet contains further information in reference to the 16 following subjects:

• Identification of substance, preparation and company
  
• Composition/information on ingredients
  
• Hazards identification
  
• First-aid measures
  
• Fire-fighting measures
  
• Accidental release measures
  
• Handling and storage
  
• Exposure controls and personal protection

• Physical and chemical properties
  
• Stability and reactivity
  
• Toxicological information
  
• Ecological information
  
• Disposal considerations
  
• Transport information
  
• Regulatory information
  
• Other information