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MATERIALS SAFETY DATA SHEET
For Electrolyte Solution
Identity: Electrolyte solution for high voltage aluminium electrolytic capacitors
Section 1
Manufacturer's Name: BHC Components LTD.
Address: 20 Cumberland Drive, Granby Industrial Estate,
Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 9TE, United Kingdom. Emergency Telephone Number: +44 1305 782871
Telephone Number for Information: +44 1305 782871
Section 2 - Hazardous Ingredients / Identity Information
Hazardous Components
Section 3 - Physical / Chemical Characteristics
Boiling Point 170 - 175 °C Specific Gravity: 1.11
Vapour Pressure 1.0 mm Hg @ 20 °C Melting Point NI
Vapour Density NI Evaporation Rate (B.A = 1): NI
Solubility in Water Soluble in warm water
Appearance and Odour Brownish liquid with glycol odour.
Section 4 - Fire and Explosion Hazard Data
Flash Point: > 110 °C Flammable Limits (%): LEL 3 UEL 15
Extinguishing Media: Water fog, carbon dioxide, foam, or dry chemical media.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Wear NIOSH/MSHA approved shelf-contained
breathing apparatus and protective clothing. Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Handle as a combustible liquid.
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Section 5 - Reactivity Data
Stability Unstable:
Conditions to Avoid
Stable: Yes None
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): Strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition or By-product
Dangerous fumes of nitrous oxide. Carbon monoxide on incomplete combustion.
Section 6 - Heath Hazard Data
Routes of Entry: Inhalation? Yes Skin? Yes Ingestion? Yes
Heath Hazard: Harmful if swallowed, inhaled or absorbed through skin. Inhalation
can cause irritation and corrosion of nasal and respiratory tract. Mild Carcinogencity: NPT? No IARC Monograph? No OSHA Regulated? No
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure Irritation to respiratory passages and eyes.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure Unknown
Emergency and First Aid Procedures
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air.
Eye: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
Section 7 - Precautions for Safe Handling and Use
Steps To Be Taken in Case Material Is Released or Spilled
Evacuate area. Only persons equipped with proper respiratory and eye/skin protection should be allowed in area. Dike area to contain spills. Recover spills on absorbents. Collect into suitable containers for disposal. Waste Disposal Method
Disposal in an approved hazardous waste management facility. Precaution to Be Taken in Handling and Storing, Other Precautions.
Avoid contact with eyes, skins and clothing.
Section 8 - Control Measures.
Respiratory Protection
Self-contained breathing apparatus or organic canister mask. Ventilation: Local Exhaust Recommended if heated
Mechanical (General) Desirable
Protective Gloves: Rubber Eye Protection: Goggles
Other Protection Clothing or Equipment
Work / Hygienic Practices Wash thoroughly after handling
This information is taken from sources or based upon data believed to be reliable. However, BHC Components LTD makes no warranty as to the absolute correctness or sufficiency of any of the foregoing or that additional or other measures may not be required under particular conditions.

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