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SAFETY DATA SHEET
VTC401 EPOXY RESIN PREPREG
According to the REACH etc. (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 No. 1577, as amended.
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
1.1. Product identifier
Product name VTC401 EPOXY RESIN PREPREG
1.2. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Uses advised against No specific uses advised against are identified.
1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Supplier SHD Composite Materials Ltd
Unit 4 The Reservation
Sleaford Enterprise Park
Sleaford
Lincolnshire
NG34 7BY
United Kingdom
+44 1529 307629
enquiries@shdcomposites.com
1.4. Emergency telephone number
Emergency telephone +44 1529 307629 MONDAY TO FRIDAY 7:30AM TO 5PM
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification (SI 2019 No. 720)
Physical hazards Not Classified
Health hazards Skin Irrit. 2 – H315 Eye Irrit. 2 – H319 Skin Sens. 1 – H317
Environmental hazards Aquatic Chronic 3 – H412
2.2. Label elements
Hazard pictograms
Signal word Warning
Hazard statements H315 Causes skin irritation.
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
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Precautionary statements P264 Wash contaminated skin thoroughly after handling.
P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
P333+P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/ attention.
P337+P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention.
P501 Dispose of contents/ container in accordance with national regulations.
Contains bis-[4-(2,3-epoxipropoxi)phenyl]propane, reaction product: bisphenol-A-(epichlorhydrin)
Supplementary precautionary
statements
P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water.
P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove
contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
2.3. Other hazards
This product does not contain any substances classified as PBT or vPvB.
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.2. Mixtures
bis-[4-(2,3-epoxipropoxi)phenyl]propane 10-30%
CAS number: 1675-54-3 EC number: 216-823-5
Classification
Skin Irrit. 2 – H315
Eye Irrit. 2 – H319
Skin Sens. 1 – H317
reaction product: bisphenol-A-(epichlorhydrin) 1-5%
CAS number: 25068-38-6 EC number: 500-033-5
Classification
Skin Irrit. 2 – H315
Eye Irrit. 2 – H319
Skin Sens. 1 – H317
Aquatic Chronic 2 – H411
The Full Text for all R-Phrases and Hazard Statements are Displayed in Section 16.
SECTION 4: First aid measures
4.1. Description of first aid measures
General information Get medical attention if any discomfort continues. Show this Safety Data Sheet to the medical
personnel.
Inhalation Move affected person to fresh air and keep warm and at rest in a position comfortable for
breathing. Loosen tight clothing such as collar, tie or belt. Get medical attention if symptoms
are severe or persist.
Ingestion Rinse mouth thoroughly with water. Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. Do not
induce vomiting unless under the direction of medical personnel.
Skin contact It is important to remove the substance from the skin immediately. In the event of any
sensitisation symptoms developing, ensure further exposure is avoided. Remove
contamination with soap and water or recognised skin cleansing agent. Get medical attention
if symptoms are severe or persist after washing.
Eye contact Rinse with water. Do not rub eye. Remove any contact lenses and open eyelids wide apart.
Get medical attention if any discomfort continues.
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Protection of first aidersFirst aid personnel should wear appropriate protective equipment during any rescue.
4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
General information The severity of the symptoms described will vary dependent on the concentration and the
length of exposure.
Inhalation No specific symptoms known.
Ingestion May cause sensitisation or allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. May cause irritation.
Skin contact May cause skin sensitisation or allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. Redness. Irritating to
skin.
Eye contact Irritating to eyes.
4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Notes for the doctor Treat symptomatically. May cause sensitisation or allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
SECTION 5: Firefighting measures
5.1. Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing mediaThe product is not flammable. Extinguish with alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide, dry
powder or water fog. Use fire-extinguishing media suitable for the surrounding fire.
Unsuitable extinguishing
media
Do not use water jet as an extinguisher, as this will spread the fire.
5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Specific hazards None known.
Hazardous combustion
products
Thermal decomposition or combustion products may include the following substances:
Harmful gases or vapours.
5.3. Advice for firefighters
Protective actions during
firefighting
Avoid breathing fire gases or vapours. Evacuate area. Cool containers exposed to heat with
water spray and remove them from the fire area if it can be done without risk. Cool containers
exposed to flames with water until well after the fire is out. Avoid discharge to the aquatic
environment. Control run-off water by containing and keeping it out of sewers and
watercourses. If risk of water pollution occurs, notify appropriate authorities.
Special protective equipment
for firefighters
Wear positive-pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and appropriate protective
clothing. Firefighter’s clothing will provide a basic level of protection for chemical incidents.
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Personal precautions Wear protective clothing as described in Section 8 of this safety data sheet. No action shall be
taken without appropriate training or involving any personal risk. Do not touch or walk into
spilled material. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
6.2. Environmental precautions
Environmental precautionsAvoid discharge into drains or watercourses or onto the ground. Avoid discharge to the
aquatic environment.
6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
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Methods for cleaning up Wear protective clothing as described in Section 8 of this safety data sheet. Clear up spills
immediately and dispose of waste safely. Collect spillage with a shovel and broom, or similar
and reuse, if possible. Collect and place in suitable waste disposal containers and seal
securely. Flush contaminated area with plenty of water. Wash thoroughly after dealing with a
spillage. Dangerous for the environment. Do not empty into drains. For waste disposal, see
Section 13.
6.4. Reference to other sections
Reference to other sectionsFor personal protection, see Section 8. See Section 11 for additional information on health
hazards. See Section 12 for additional information on ecological hazards. For waste disposal,
see Section 13.
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1. Precautions for safe handling
Usage precautions Read and follow manufacturer’s recommendations. Wear protective clothing as described in
Section 8 of this safety data sheet. Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs.
Keep container tightly sealed when not in use. Avoid discharge to the aquatic environment.
Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Do not handle
broken packages without protective equipment. Do not reuse empty containers.
Advice on general
occupational hygiene
Wash promptly if skin becomes contaminated. Take off contaminated clothing. Wash
contaminated clothing before reuse.
7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage precautions Store away from incompatible materials (see Section 10). Keep only in the original container.
Keep container tightly closed, in a cool, well ventilated place. Keep containers upright. Protect
containers from damage.
Storage class Miscellaneous hazardous material storage.
7.3. Specific end use(s)
Specific end use(s) The identified uses for this product are detailed in Section 1.2.
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/Personal protection
8.1. Control parameters
Ingredient comments No exposure limits known for ingredient(s).
8.2. Exposure controls
Protective equipment
Appropriate engineering
controls
Provide adequate ventilation. Observe any occupational exposure limits for the product or
ingredients.
Eye/face protection Wear tight-fitting, chemical splash goggles or face shield. If inhalation hazards exist, a full-
face respirator may be required instead.
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Hand protection Wear protective gloves. The most suitable glove should be chosen in consultation with the
glove supplier/manufacturer, who can provide information about the breakthrough time of the
glove material. To protect hands from chemicals, wear gloves that are proven to be
impervious to the chemical and resist degradation. Considering the data specified by the
glove manufacturer, check during use that the gloves are retaining their protective properties
and change them as soon as any deterioration is detected. Frequent changes are
recommended.
Other skin and body
protection
May cause skin sensitisation or allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. Wear appropriate
clothing to prevent repeated or prolonged skin contact.
Hygiene measures Wash after use and before eating, smoking and using the toilet. Do not eat, drink or smoke
when using this product.
Respiratory protection Ensure all respiratory protective equipment is suitable for its intended use and is UKCA –
marked. Check that the respirator fits tightly and the filter is changed regularly. Gas and
combination filter cartridges suitable for intended use should be used. Full face mask
respirators with replaceable filter cartridges suitable for intended use should be used. Half
mask and quarter mask respirators with replaceable filter cartridges suitable for intended use
should be used.
Environmental exposure
controls
Keep container tightly sealed when not in use. Emissions from ventilation or work process
equipment should be checked to ensure they comply with the requirements of environmental
protection legislation. In some cases, fume scrubbers, filters or engineering modifications to
the process equipment will be necessary to reduce emissions to acceptable levels.
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance Fibrous solid.
Colour Amber. or Black.
Odour Almost odourless.
Melting point No information available.
Flash point No information available.
Flammability (solid, gas)No specific test data are available.
Vapour pressure No information available.
Bulk density ~ 1210 kg/m
Solubility(ies) No specific test data are available.
Decomposition TemperatureNo information available.
Comments Information declared as “Not available” or “Not applicable” is not considered to be relevant to
the implementation of the proper control measures.
9.2. Other information
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1. Reactivity
Reactivity See the other subsections of this section for further details.
10.2. Chemical stability
Stability Stable at normal ambient temperatures and when used as recommended. Stable under the
prescribed storage conditions.
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10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions
Possibility of hazardous
reactions
No potentially hazardous reactions known.
10.4. Conditions to avoid
Conditions to avoid There are no known conditions that are likely to result in a hazardous situation.
10.5. Incompatible materials
Materials to avoid No specific material or group of materials is likely to react with the product to produce a
hazardous situation.
10.6. Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition
products
Does not decompose when used and stored as recommended. Thermal decomposition or
combustion products may include the following substances: Harmful gases or vapours.
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
11.1. Information on toxicological effects
Toxicological effects No data recorded.
Acute toxicity – oral
Notes (oral LD ) Based on available data the classification criteria are not met.
Acute toxicity – dermal
Notes (dermal LD ) Based on available data the classification criteria are not met.
Acute toxicity – inhalation
Notes (inhalation LC ) Based on available data the classification criteria are not met.
Skin corrosion/irritation
Skin corrosion/irritationProlonged or repeated contact with skin may cause irritation, redness and dermatitis.
Animal data Irritating.
Serious eye damage/irritation
Serious eye damage/irritationCauses serious eye irritation.
Respiratory sensitisation
Respiratory sensitisationBased on available data the classification criteria are not met.
Skin sensitisation
Skin sensitisation May cause skin sensitisation or allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
Germ cell mutagenicity
Genotoxicity – in vitro Based on available data the classification criteria are not met.
Carcinogenicity
Carcinogenicity Based on available data the classification criteria are not met.
IARC carcinogenicity None of the ingredients are listed or exempt.
Reproductive toxicity
Reproductive toxicity – fertilityBased on available data the classification criteria are not met.
Reproductive toxicity –
development
Based on available data the classification criteria are not met.
Specific target organ toxicity – single exposure
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STOT – single exposure Not classified as a specific target organ toxicant after a single exposure.
Specific target organ toxicity – repeated exposure
STOT – repeated exposure Not classified as a specific target organ toxicant after repeated exposure.
Aspiration hazard
Aspiration hazard Not relevant. Solid.
General information The severity of the symptoms described will vary dependent on the concentration and the
length of exposure.
Inhalation No specific symptoms known.
Ingestion May cause sensitisation or allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. May cause irritation.
Skin contact May cause skin sensitisation or allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. Redness. Irritating to
skin.
Eye contact Irritating to eyes.
Route of exposure Ingestion Inhalation Skin and/or eye contact
Target organs No specific target organs known.
Medical considerations Skin disorders and allergies.
SECTION 12: Ecological information
Ecotoxicity The product contains a substance which is harmful to aquatic organisms and which may
cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
12.1. Toxicity
Toxicity Aquatic Chronic 3 – H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
12.2. Persistence and degradability
Persistence and degradabilityThe degradability of the product is not known.
12.3. Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulative potentialNo data available on bioaccumulation.
12.4. Mobility in soil
Mobility No data available.
12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
12.6. Other adverse effects
Other adverse effects None known.
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
13.1. Waste treatment methods
General information The generation of waste should be minimised or avoided wherever possible. Reuse or recycle
products wherever possible. This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe
way. When handling waste, the safety precautions applying to handling of the product should
be considered. Care should be taken when handling emptied containers that have not been
thoroughly cleaned or rinsed out. Empty containers or liners may retain some product
residues and hence be potentially hazardous.
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Disposal methods Do not empty into drains. Dispose of surplus products and those that cannot be recycled via a
licensed waste disposal contractor. Waste, residues, empty containers, discarded work
clothes and contaminated cleaning materials should be collected in designated containers,
labelled with their contents. Incineration or landfill should only be considered when recycling is
not feasible.
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SECTION 14: Transport information
General The product is not covered by international regulations on the transport of dangerous goods
(IMDG, IATA, ADR/RID).
14.1. UN number
Not applicable.
14.2. UN proper shipping name
Not applicable.
14.3. Transport hazard class(es)
No transport warning sign required.
14.4. Packing group
Not applicable.
14.5. Environmental hazards
Environmentally hazardous substance/marine pollutant
No.
14.6. Special precautions for user
Not applicable.
14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL and the IBC Code
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
National regulations Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 (as amended).
The Carriage of Dangerous Goods and Use of Transportable Pressure Equipment
Regulations 2009 (SI 2009 No. 1348) (as amended) [“CDG 2009”].
EH40/2005 Workplace exposure limits.
Guidance CHIP for everyone HSG228.
15.2. Chemical safety assessment
No chemical safety assessment has been carried out.
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Inventories
EU – EINECS/ELINCS
None of the ingredients are listed or exempt.
SECTION 16: Other information
Abbreviations and acronyms
used in the safety data sheet
ADR: European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by
Road.
ADN: European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by
Inland Waterways.
RID: European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Rail.
IATA: International Air Transport Association.
ICAO: Technical Instructions for the Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods by Air.
IMDG: International Maritime Dangerous Goods.
CAS: Chemical Abstracts Service.
ATE: Acute Toxicity Estimate.
LC50: Lethal Concentration to 50 % of a test population.
LD50: Lethal Dose to 50% of a test population (Median Lethal Dose).
EC : 50% of maximal Effective Concentration.
PBT: Persistent, Bioaccumulative and Toxic substance.
vPvB: Very Persistent and Very Bioaccumulative.
Classification abbreviations
and acronyms
Eye Irrit. = Eye irritation
Skin Irrit. = Skin irritation
Skin Sens. = Skin sensitisation
Aquatic Chronic = Hazardous to the aquatic environment (chronic)
General information Only trained personnel should use this material.
Classification procedures
according to SI 2019 No. 720
Skin Irrit. 2 – H315: Eye Irrit. 2 – H319: Skin Sens. 1 – H317: : Calculation method. Aquatic
Chronic 3 – H412: : Calculation method.
Training advice Only trained personnel should use this material.
Issued by HS&E Manager.
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SDS number 4557
SDS status Approved.
Hazard statements in fullH315 Causes skin irritation.
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
This information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination
with any other materials or in any process. Such information is, to the best of the company’s knowledge and belief, accurate
and reliable as of the date indicated. However, no warranty, guarantee or representation is made to its accuracy, reliability or
completeness. It is the user’s responsibility to satisfy himself as to the suitability of such information for his own particular use.
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