## Safety data sheet

**Product:** **Ultrafuse® PET natürlich**  
**Version:** 2.1  
**Date / Revised:** 15.12.2022  
**ID No:** 11120970/SDS_GEN_00/EN  
**Date of print:** 09.01.2023

## 1. Identification

**Product identifier**  
**Ultrafuse® PET natürlich**  
**Recommended use:** 3D Printing

**Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet**  
**Company:** BASF 3D Printing Solutions B.V.  
Eerste Bokslootweg 17  
7821 AT Emmen, Netherlands

**Telephone:** + 31 591 820 389  
**E-mail address:** sales@basf-3dps.com

## Emergency telephone number

**International emergency number:**  
Telephone: +49 180 2273-112

## 2. Hazards Identification

### Classification of the substance or mixture

**According to UN GHS criteria**  
No need for classification according to GHS criteria for this product.

### Label elements

**Globally Harmonized System (GHS)**  
The product does not require a hazard warning label in accordance with GHS criteria.

#### Other hazards

**According to UN GHS criteria**  
The product may cause burns, if handled in the melted state.

## 3. Composition/Information on Ingredients

### Substances

Not applicable

### Mixtures

**Chemical nature**  
Polymer

**Hazardous ingredients (GHS)**  
No particular hazards known.

## 4. First-Aid Measures

### Description of first aid measures

- **If inhaled:**  
  Remove the affected individual into fresh air and keep the person calm. If symptoms persist, seek medical advice.  
- **On skin contact:**  
  Wash thoroughly with soap and water. If irritation develops, seek medical attention. Burns caused by molten material require hospital treatment.  
- **On contact with eyes:**  
  Rinse immediately for at least 15 minutes with plenty of water. If irritation develops, seek medical attention.  
- **On ingestion:**  
  Rinse mouth immediately with water. Immediate medical attention required.

### Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

- **Symptoms:** (Further) symptoms and/or effects are not known so far  
- **Hazards:** No hazard is expected under intended use and appropriate handling.

### Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

**Treatment:** Treat according to symptoms (decontamination, vital functions), no known specific antidote.

## 5. Fire-Fighting Measures

### Extinguishing media

**Suitable extinguishing media:** water spray, foam, dry powder, carbon dioxide

### Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Carbon oxides.

### Advice for fire-fighters

**Special protective equipment:** Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus.

**Further information:** Dust can form an explosive mixture with air. Dispose of fire debris and contaminated extinguishing water in accordance with official regulations.

## 6. Accidental Release Measures

Avoid dispersal of dust in the air. Avoid the formation and build-up of dust - danger of dust explosion. Handle to minimize dusting and eliminate open flame and other sources of ignition.

### Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

No special precautions necessary.

### Environmental precautions

Do not discharge into drains/surface waters/groundwater.

### Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

- For small amounts: Sweep/shovel up.  
- For large amounts: Sweep/shovel up. Dispose of absorbed material in accordance with regulations. Avoid raising dust.

## 7. Handling and Storage

### Precautions for safe handling

Avoid inhalation of dusts/mists/vapours. Ensure adequate ventilation. Provide suitable exhaust ventilation at the drying process and in the area surrounding the melt outlet of processing machines. Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking. Take precautionary measures against static discharges. Avoid the formation and deposition of dust.

### Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

**Suitable materials:** Low density polyethylene (LDPE), High density polyethylene (HDPE), Polypropylene (PP), Polystyrene (PS)  
**Further information on storage conditions:** Avoid deposition of dust. Avoid extreme heat. Protect against moisture.

## 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

### Control parameters

- **Components with occupational exposure limits**  
  - **25038-59-9:** Polyethyleneterephthalate (PET)

### Exposure controls

**Personal protective equipment**  
- **Respiratory protection:** Breathing protection if breathable aerosols/dust are formed.  
- **Hand protection:** Use additional heat protection gloves when handling hot molten masses.  
- **Eye protection:** Safety glasses with side-shields.  
- **Body protection:** Body protection must be chosen depending on activity and possible exposure.

**General safety and hygiene measures:** Wear protective clothing to prevent contact; wash hands and face before breaks and at the end of the shift.

## 9. Physical and Chemical Properties

### Information on basic physical and chemical properties

| Property | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Form | filament |
| Colour | transparent |
| Odour | odourless |
| pH value | not applicable |
| Melting point | >200℃ |
| Density | 1.38 g/cm³ (25℃) |
| Solubility in water | insoluble |

## 10. Stability and Reactivity

### Reactivity
No hazardous reactions if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated.

### Chemical stability
The product is stable if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated.

### Conditions to avoid
Temperature: > 300 °C.

## 11. Toxicological Information

### Information on toxicological effects
**Acute toxicity:** Virtually nontoxic after a single ingestion. Virtually nontoxic by inhalation. Virtually nontoxic after a single skin contact.

### Assessment of irritating effects
Not irritating to eyes and skin. May cause mechanical irritation.

## 12. Ecological Information

### Toxicity
Assessment of aquatic toxicity: High probability that the product is not acutely harmful to aquatic organisms.

### Persistence and degradability
Experience shows this product to be inert and non-degradable.

### Bioaccumulative potential
No accumulation in organisms is expected.

## 13. Disposal Considerations

Must be disposed of or incinerated in accordance with local regulations.

## 14. Transport Information

**Not classified as a dangerous good under transport regulations**

## 15. Regulatory Information

Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture.

## 16. Other Information

Any other intended applications should be discussed with the manufacturer. The data contained in this safety data sheet are based on current knowledge and experience.