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<p>MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET ECOLAB AC 101 1 - 10 % 3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Corrosive! Harmful if inhaled or swallowed. Causes delayed lung injury. Toxic effects are principally related to its corrosive properties. Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause discoloration and erosion of teeth. Causes severe skin and eye burns. Vapours are extremely irritating to eyes and respiratory tract. Can decompose at high temperatures forming toxic gases. Contents may develop pressure on prolonged exposure to heat. EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS Corrosive! Product may cause severe irritation of the nose, throat and respiratory tract. Repeated and/or prolonged exposures may cause productive cough, running nose, bronchopneumonia, pulmonary oedema (fluid build-up in lungs), and reduction of pulmonary function. Toxic effects may be delayed. Airborne concentration of dust, mist or spray may cause damage to the lung tissue which could produce chemical pneumonia. Can cause injury to entire respiratory tract. See "Other Health Effects" Section. Inhalation: EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS (FOR EMERGENCIES INVOLVING CHEMICAL SPILLS OR RELEASE) Toronto, ON (416) 226-6117 Montreal, QC (514) 861-1211 Winnipeg, MB (204) 943-8827 Edmonton, AB (780) 424-1754 Calgary, AB (403) 263-8660 Vancouver, BC (604) 685-5036 1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION Brenntag Canada Inc. 43 Jutland Rd. Toronto, ON M8Z 2G6 (416) 259-8231 Website: http:\\www.brenntag.ca WHMIS#: 00064955 Index: 2006 November 21 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION EcoLab AC 101 1 - 10 %. Product Name: 2006 November 21 Date of Revision: Effective Date: HCI4095/06D Not available. Chemical Name: Not applicable. Synonyms: Aqueous mixture of Sodium Hydroxide. Chemical Family: Not available. Molecular Formula: Additive. Chemical intermediate. Product Use: WHMIS Classification / Symbol: READ THE ENTIRE MSDS FOR THE COMPLETE HAZARD EVALUATION OF THIS PRODUCT. E: Corrosive Ingredient CAS# ACGIH TLV % Concentration 2. COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS (Not Intended As Specifications) Sodium Hydroxide 1310-73-2 — 30 - 50 EcoLab AC 101 1 - 10 % Brenntag Canada Inc. Date of Revision: 2006 November 21 WHMIS Number : 00064955 Page 2 of 8 4. FIRST AID MEASURES FIRST AID PROCEDURES Prompt removal of the material and obtaining medical attention are essential for all contact. Remove all contaminated clothing and immediately wash the exposed areas with copious amounts of water. Continue the flushing during transportation to the emergency department. Corrosive effects may be delayed (up to 72 hours), and damage may occur without the sensation or onset of pain. Contact local poison control centre for further guidance. General Guidelines: Move victim to fresh air. Give artificial respiration ONLY if breathing has stopped. Give cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) if there is no breathing AND no pulse. Oxygen administration may be beneficial in this situation but should only be administered by personnel trained in its use. Obtain medical attention IMMEDIATELY. Inhalation: Prompt removal of the material from the skin is essential for all concentrations, whether as a solid, or a concentrated or dilute solution. (3) Prompt removal of the material from the skin is essential. Remove all contaminated clothing and immediately wash the exposed areas with copious amounts of water for a minimum of 30 minutes or up to 60 minutes for critical body areas. Obtain medical attention IMMEDIATELY. Skin Contact: Immediately flush eyes with running water for a minimum of 30 minutes, preferably up to 60 minutes. Hold eyelids open during flushing. If irritation persists, repeat flushing. Do not transport victim until the recommended flushing period is completed unless flushing can be continued during transport. Eye Contact: Do not attempt to give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. DO NOT give acidic agents (e.g., citrus juices or vinegar) to "neutralize" the alkali. This action may cause an exothermic reaction and burn the esophagus. IMMEDIATELY contact local Poison Control Centre. If victim is alert and not convulsing, rinse mouth out and give 1 to 2 glasses of milk. Water may be used if milk is not available but it is not as effective. If spontaneous vomiting occurs, have victim lean forward with head down to avoid breathing in of vomitus, rinse mouth and administer more milk or water. IMMEDIATELY transport victim to an emergency facility. Ingestion: Corrosive! Burns (chemical) can occur if not promptly removed. Concentrated solutions may cause pain and deep and severe burns to the skin. Prolonged and repeated exposure to dilute solutions often causes irritation, redness, pain and drying and cracking of the skin. Prolonged, confined (especially under the finger nails, under rings or watch bands) or repeated exposure may cause skin irritation and possibly lead to (chemical) burns. Prolonged and repeated contact may lead to dermatitis. Toxic effects may be delayed. Avoid handling when the skin is moist, wet or abraded. Skin Contact: Corrosive! Skin absorption is a secondary concern to the continual destruction of tissue while the product is in contact with the skin. Burns (chemical) can occur if not promptly removed. Skin Absorption: Extremely corrosive! This product causes corneal scarring and clouding. Glaucoma, cataracts and permanent blindness may occur. Eye Contact: Corrosive! This product causes severe burning and pain in the mouth, throat and abdomen. Vomiting, diarrhea and perforation of the esophagus and stomach lining may occur. Swallowing this material causes severe burns to the mouth, throat and stomach, death may result. Severe scarring of the throat may occur. (3) Ingestion: Corrosive effects on the skin and eyes may be delayed, and damage may occur without the sensation or onset of pain. Strict adherence to first aid measures following any exposure is essential. May cause chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary oedema. Corrosive to all body tissues with which it comes in contact. The effect of local dermal exposure may consist of multiple areas of superficial destruction of the skin or of primary irritant dermatitis. Similarly, inhalation of dust, spray or mist may result in varying degrees of irritation or damage to the respiratory tract tissues and an increased susceptibility to respiratory illness. These effects occur only when the TLV is exceeded. (3) Regardless of concentrations, the severity of damage and extent of its irreversibility increases with length of contact time. Prolonged contact with even dilute Sodium Hydroxide solution can cause a high degree of tissue destruction. The latent period, following skin contact during which no sensation of irritation occurs, varies from several hours for 0.4-4% solution to 3 minutes with 25-50% solution. (3) Other Health Effects: EcoLab AC 101 1 - 10 % Brenntag Canada Inc. Date of Revision: 2006 November 21 WHMIS Number : 00064955 Page 3 of 8 Immediate consultation with the local Poison Control Centre should be initiated. Severe and sometimes delayed (up to 72 hours) local and systemic reactions can occur. Due to the severely irritating or corrosive nature of the material, swallowing may lead to ulceration and inflammation of the upper alimentary tract with hemorrhage and fluid loss. Also, perforation of the esophagus or stomach may occur, leading to mediastinitis or peritonitis and the resultant complications. (3) Mucosal injury following ingestion of this corrosive material may contraindicate the induction of vomiting in the treatment of possible intoxication. Similarly, if gastric lavage is performed, intubation should be done with great care. If oral burns are present or a corrosive ingestion is suspected by the patient's history, perform esophagoscopy as soon as possible. Scope should not be passed beyond the first burn because of the risk of perforation. This product contains materials that may cause severe pneumonitis if aspirated. If ingestion has occurred less than 2 hours earlier, carry out careful gastric lavage; use endotracheal cuff if available, to prevent aspiration. Observe patient for respiratory difficulty from aspiration pneumonitis. Give artificial resuscitation and appropriate chemotherapy if respiration is depressed. Medical conditions that may be aggravated by exposure to this product include diseases of the skin, eyes or respiratory tract. Note to Physicians: 5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES Flashpoint (°C) AutoIgnition Temperature (°C) LEL UEL Flammability Limits in Air (%): Does not flash. Not applicable. Not applicable. Not applicable. Not regulated. Flammability Class (WHMIS): Thermal decomposition products are toxic and may include oxides of sodium. Hazardous Combustion Products: Avoid direct contact of this product with water as this can cause a violent exothermic reaction. Protective clothing for skin and eye protection should be worn to protect against highly alkaline materials. Closed containers exposed to heat may explode. Spilled material may cause floors and contact surfaces to become slippery. Reacts with most metals to produce hydrogen gas which could make an explosive mixture with air. Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: Not expected to be sensitive to mechanical impact. Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact: Not available. Rate of Burning: Not available. Explosive Power: Not expected to be sensitive to static discharge. Sensitivity to Static Discharge: EXTINGUISHING MEDIA Not normally a fire hazard. Do not use water. ( See Above. ) Foam. Carbon Dioxide. Dry Chemical. Use media appropriate for surrounding fire and/or materials. Use carbon dioxide or dry chemical media for small fires. If only water is available, use it in the form of a fog. Fire Extinguishing Media: FIRE FIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS Avoid direct contact of this product with water as this can cause a violent exothermic reaction. Remove containers from fire zone whenever possible. Use media appropriate for surrounding fire and/or materials. Instructions to the Fire Fighters: Use self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing. Protective clothing for skin and eye protection should be worn to protect against highly alkaline materials. Fire Fighting Protective Equipment: 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Information in this section is for responding to spills, leaks or releases in order to prevent or minimize the adverse effects on persons, property and the environment. There may be specific reporting requirements associated with spills, leaks or releases, which change from region to region. EcoLab AC 101 1 - 10 % Brenntag Canada Inc. Date of Revision: 2006 November 21 WHMIS Number : 00064955 Page 4 of 8 See Section 13, "Deactivating Chemicals". In all cases of leak or spill contact vendor at Emergency Number shown on the front page of this MSDS. Collect product for recovery or disposal. For release to land, or storm water runoff, contain discharge by constructing dykes or applying inert absorbent; for release to water, utilize damming and/or water diversion to minimize the spread of contamination. Ventilate enclosed spaces. Notify applicable government authority if release is reportable or could adversely affect the environment. Spilled material may cause floors and contact surfaces to become slippery. Wear respirator, protective clothing and gloves. Replace damaged containers immediately to avoid loss of material and contamination of surrounding atmosphere. Containment and Clean-Up Procedures: 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE HANDLING Use normal "good" industrial hygiene and housekeeping practices. Containers exposed to heat may be under internal pressure. These should be cooled and carefully vented before opening. A face shield and apron should be worn. When diluting, add this material/product to water in small amounts to avoid spattering. Never add water to this material/product. The water should be lukewarm. Never start with hot or cold water. Add small quantities of this material slowly to large quantities of water, stirring constantly all the while. Constant stirring is necessary to avoid concentration of the product at the bottom of the mix vessel. Such concentration of the product may result in a violent exotherm with boiling of the liquid resulting in splashing, spattering or a violent eruption of a highly corrosive solution if the addition is too rapid or without sufficient stirring. (3) Clean all containers of residues before adding the product. This will avoid potential violent reaction with unknown residues. (3) Handling Practices: See Section 8, "Engineering Controls". Ventilation Requirements: Use only with adequate ventilation and avoid breathing aerosols ( vapours or mists ). Avoid contact with eyes, skin or clothing. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Wash contaminated clothing thoroughly before re-use. Other Precautions: STORAGE See below. Storage Temperature (°C): Local exhaust ventilation preferred. Ventilation should be corrosion proof. Ventilation Requirements: Hazardous carbon monoxide can form upon contact with food and beverage products in enclosed spaces and can cause death. Do not store near oxidizing agents or acids. Store in a cool, well- ventilated area. Keep away from heat, sparks and flames. Keep containers closed. Do not expose sealed containers to temperatures above 40° C. Storage tanks should be in a contained area to control any spills or leaks. Corrosive mist is most likely to be generated at the vents of process or storage tanks, especially during filling operations. The use of compressed air to force corrosive materials from delivery trucks is of special concern. Scrubbing the exhaust of these vents is highly recommended. Jurisdictional regulations should be consulted to determine required practices. Protect from direct sunlight. Protect against physical damage. Storage Requirements: Reacts with most metals to produce hydrogen gas which could make an explosive mixture with air. Solutions are slightly corrosive to metals. Equipment for storage, handling or transport should NOT be made from the following material, or, where applicable, its alloys: copper, tin, aluminum, zinc and Galvanized Materials. Confirm suitability of any material before using. Special Materials to be Used for Packaging or Containers: 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION Recommendations listed in this section indicate the type of equipment, which will provide protection against overexposure to this product. Conditions of use, adequacy of engineering or other control measures, and actual exposures will dictate the need for specific protective devices at your workplace. ENGINEERING CONTROLS Local exhaust ventilation required. Ventilation should be corrosion proof. Make up air should be supplied to balance air that is removed by local or general exhaust ventilation. Ventilate low lying areas such as sumps or pits where dense vapours may collect. For personnel entry into confined spaces (i.e. bulk storage tanks) a proper procedure must be followed. It must include consideration of, among other things, ventilation, testing of tank atmosphere, provision and maintenance of SCBA, and emergency rescue. Use the "buddy" system. The second person should be in view and trained and equipped to execute a rescue. (4) Engineering Controls: PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) EcoLab AC 101 1 - 10 % Brenntag Canada Inc. Date of Revision: 2006 November 21 WHMIS Number : 00064955 Page 5 of 8 Safety glasses with side shields are recommended to prevent eye contact. Use full face-shield and chemical safety goggles when there is potential for contact. Contact lenses should not be worn when working with this material. Eye Protection: Gloves and protective clothing made from neoprene or PVC should be impervious under conditions of use. Discard contaminated gloves. Prior to use, user should confirm impermeability. Skin Protection: No specific guidelines available. A NIOSH/MSHA-approved full facepiece air-purifying respirator equipped with acid gas, dust, mist, fume cartridges for concentrations up to 2 mg/m3 Sodium Hydroxide. An air-supplied respirator if concentrations are higher or unknown. If while wearing a respiratory protection, you can smell, taste or otherwise detect anything unusual, or in the case of a full facepiece respirator you experience eye irritation, leave the area immediately. Check to make sure the respirator to face seal is still good. If it is, replace the filter, cartridge or canister. If the seal is no longer good, you may need a new respirator. (4) Respiratory Protection: Wear an impermeable apron and boots. Locate safety shower and eyewash station close to chemical handling area. Take all precautions to avoid personal contact. Other Personal Protective Equipment: EXPOSURE GUIDELINES SUBSTANCE ACGIH TLV (STEL) OSHA PEL (TWA) (STEL) NIOSH REL (TWA) (STEL) Sodium Hydroxide 2 mg/m3 (Ceiling) 2 mg/m3 --- --- 2 mg/m3 (Ceiling) Liquid. Clear to slightly hazy liquid. Characteristic odour. Not available. 138 - 150. Not available. Not available. Not applicable. 1.48 - 1.54. 1,480 - 1,540 Kg/M3. Not available. Not available. Soluble in water. Not available. 13.0 or higher (neat). Not available. Not available. Physical State: Appearance: Odour: Odour Threshold (ppm): Boiling Range (°C): Melting/Freezing Point (°C): Vapour Pressure (mm Hg at 20° C): Vapour Density (Air = 1.0): Relative Density (g/cc): Bulk Density: Viscosity: Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1.0): Solubility: % Volatile by Volume: pH: Coefficient of Water/Oil Distribution: Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC): 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES (Not intended as Specifications) 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY CHEMICAL STABILITY Stable. Under Normal Conditions: Not normally a fire hazard. Under Fire Conditions: Will not occur. Hazardous Polymerization: High temperatures, sparks, open flames and all other sources of ignition. Avoid moisture contamination. Keep tightly closed to protect quality. Conditions to Avoid: EcoLab AC 101 1 - 10 % Brenntag Canada Inc. Date of Revision: 2006 November 21 WHMIS Number : 00064955 Page 6 of 8 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION TOXICOLOGICAL DATA: SUBSTANCE LD50 (Oral, Rat) LD50 (Dermal, Rabbit) LC50 (Inhalation, Rat, 4h) Sodium Hydroxide --- 1350 mg/kg (3) --- The ingredient(s) of this product is (are) not classed as carcinogenic by ACGIH, IARC, OSHA or NTP. See "Other Studies Relevant to Material". Carcinogenicity Data: No adverse reproductive effects are anticipated. Reproductive Data: No adverse mutagenic effects are anticipated. Mutagenicity Data: No adverse teratogenic effects are anticipated. Teratogenicity Data: None known. Respiratory / Skin Sensitization Data: None known. Synergistic Materials: Many publications in the scientific literature confirm the severely irritating properties of acute and short- term exposure to Sodium Hydroxide in humans and animals and discuss toxic effects (such as death, eye damage or changes in lung morphology), which are probably related to the corrosive properties of this compound. (3) Inhalation of unmeasured concentrations 30 minutes per day for 2.5 months resulted in lung damage in rats. A rodent drinking water study at 1% (duration unknown) was reported to result in "nervous symptoms" and growth retardation. Growth was unaffected in this same study at 0.5%, but no conceptions occured. (3) No tumors were seen in any longer term animal studies. Sodium Hydroxide produced no genetic changes in standard tests using bacterial cells. No significant increases in mortality in relation to duration or intensity of exposures were reported in an epidemiologic study of a small group of workers exposed to caustic dusts for 30 years or more. (3) Massive ingestion of Sodium Hydroxide has been implicated as causing esophageal cancer. Squamous cells carcinomas of the esophagus occurred approximately 12-42 years later in individuals who survived accidental childhood ingestion and are likely due to the tissue destruction and possible scarring of the esophagus rather than a direct effect of Sodium Hydroxide. (3) Other Studies Relevant to Material: 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Toxicity is primarily associated with pH. This product is toxic to Aquatic Life. Sodium Hydroxide: LC50 (24-hr) = 160 mg/L (Goldfish). (3) LC50 (48-hr) = 99 mg/L (Bluegill Sunfish). (3) LC50 (96-hr) = 125 mg/L (Mosquito Fish). (3) LC100 (24-hr) = 180 mg/L (Carp). (3) NOEC (168-hr) = 50 mg/L (Goldfish, Bass). (3) Ecotoxicity: Violently reactive with: Acids., organic materials and aldehydes. Vigourous effervescence results on mixture with acids. Strong oxidizers. Reducing agents. Alkalies. Organic Halides Strong bases. May react with organohalogen compounds to form spontaneously combustible compounds. May react explosively with nitro- and chloro-organic compounds, glycols and organic peroxides. Violently polimerizes acetaldehyde, acrolein, and acrytonitrile. Reacts with most metals to produce hydrogen gas which could make an explosive mixture with air. Solutions are slightly corrosive to metals. Aluminum and its alloys. Tin. Zinc and its alloys. Galvanized Materials. Copper and its alloys. Materials to Avoid: Thermal decomposition products are toxic and may include oxides of sodium. Decomposition or Combustion Products: EcoLab AC 101 1 - 10 % Brenntag Canada Inc. Date of Revision: 2006 November 21 WHMIS Number : 00064955 Page 7 of 8 Can be dangerous if allowed to enter drinking water intakes. Do not contaminate domestic or irrigation water supplies, lakes, streams, ponds, or rivers. Sodium Hydroxide has no biological oxygen demand. (3) There is limited information available on the environmental fate and effects of Sodium Hydroxide. Laboratory toxicity data indicate that Sodium Hydroxide is moderately toxic to aquatic and terrestrial organisms. The primary mode of action is due to the corrosive nature of this chemical and its tendency to increase pH in poorly buffered environments. Aquatic organisms become increasingly stressed as pH exceeds 9, with many aquatic species being intolerant of pH levels in excess of 10. Increased pH due to the introduction of Sodium Hydroxide into aquatic environments may lead to the precipitation of essential micronutrients. Exposed terrestrial species would be subject to skin irritation and burns due to the corrosive nature of this material. Due caution should be excercised to prevent the accidental release of this material to aquatic or terrestrial environments. (3) Environmental Fate: 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Neutralize carefully with weak acid to a pH of 6 to 9. Neutralization is expected to be exothermic. Effervescence may result. Add a liberal covering of sodium bicarbonate. Confirm pH using pH paper. Deactivating Chemicals: This information applies to the material as manufactured. Reevaluation of the product may be required by the user at the time of disposal since the product uses, transformations, mixtures and processes may influence waste classification. Dispose of waste material at an approved (hazardous) waste treatment/disposal facility in accordance with applicable local, provincial and federal regulations. Do not dispose of waste with normal garbage, or to sewer systems. Waste Disposal Methods: See "Waste Disposal Methods". Safe Handling of Residues: Empty containers retain product residue and can be dangerous. Empty drums should be completely drained, properly bunged and promptly returned to a drum reconditioner. Do not expose such containers to heat, flame, sparks, static electricity, or other sources of ignition; they may explode and cause injury or death. Do not dispose of package until thoroughly washed out. Disposal of Packaging: 14. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION CANADIAN TDG ACT SHIPPING DESCRIPTION: SODIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION, Class 8, UN1824, PG II. Label(s): Corrosives. Placard: Corrosives. ERAP Index: -----. Exemptions: None known. US DOT CLASSIFICATION (49CFR 172.101, 172.102): SODIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION, Class 8, UN1824, PG II. Label(s): Corrosive. Placard: Corrosive. CERCLA-RQ: Sodium Hydroxide: 1 000 lbs/454 kg. Exemptions: None known. 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION CANADA All constituents of this product are included on the DSL. CEPA - NSNR: Not included. CEPA - NPRI: Controlled Products Regulations Classification (WHMIS): E: Corrosive USA All constituents of this product are included on the TSCA inventory. Environmental Protection Act: Corrosive. OSHA HCS (29CFR 1910.1200): Text22: NFPA: 3 Health, 0 Fire, 1 Reactivity (6) Text22: HMIS: 3 Health, 0 Fire, 2 Reactivity (6) INTERNATIONAL EcoLab AC 101 1 - 10 % Brenntag Canada Inc. Date of Revision: 2006 November 21 WHMIS Number : 00064955 Page 8 of 8 Not available. 16. OTHER INFORMATION REFERENCES RTECS-Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances, Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety RTECS database. 1. Clayton, G.D. and Clayton, F.E., Eds., Patty's Industrial Hygiene and Toxicology, 3rd ed., Vol. IIA,B,C, John Wiley and Sons, New York, 1981. 2. Supplier's Material Safety Data Sheet(s) 3. CHEMINFO, through "CCINFOdisc", Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. 4. Guide to Occupational Exposure Values, 2005, American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists, Cincinnati, 2005. 5. Regulatory Affairs Group, Brenntag Canada Inc. 6. The British Columbia Drug and Poison Information Centre, Poison Managements Manual, Canadian Pharmaceutical Association, Ottawa, 1981. 7. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The information contained herein is offered only as a guide to the handling of this specific material and has been prepared in good faith by technically knowledgeable personnel. It is not intended to be all-inclusive and the manner and conditions of use and handling may involve other and additional considerations. No warranty of any kind is given or implied and Brenntag Canada Inc. will not be liable for any damages, losses, injuries or consequential damages which may result from the use of or reliance on any information contained herein. This Material Safety Data Sheet is valid for three years. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ To obtain revised copies of this or other Material Safety Data Sheets, contact your nearest Brenntag Canada Regional office. British Columbia: 20333-102B Avenue, Langley, BC, V1M 3H1 Phone: (604) 513-9009 Facsimile: (604) 513-9010 Alberta: 6628 - 45 th. Street, Leduc, AB, T9E 7C9 Phone: (780) 986-4544 Facsimile: (780) 986-1070 Manitoba: 681 Plinquet Street, Winnipeg, MB, R2J 2X2 Phone: (204) 233-3416 Facsimile: (204) 233-7005 Ontario: 43 Jutland Road, Toronto, ON, M8Z 2G6 Phone: (416) 259-8231 Facsimile: (416) 259-6175 Quebec: 2900 Jean Baptiste Des., Lachine, PQ, H8T 1C8 Phone: (514) 636-9230 Facsimile: (514) 636-0877 Atlantic: A-105 Akerley Boulevard, Dartmouth, NS, B3B 1R7 Phone: (902) 468-9690 Facsimile: (902) 468-3085 ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Prepared By: Regulatory Affairs Group, Brenntag Canada Inc., (416) 259-8231. </p>