SUMMARY The following details will be published in the NICNAS Chemical Gazette: ASSESSMENT APPLICANT(S) CHEMICAL OR HAZARDOUS INTRODUCTION USE REFERENCE TRADE NAME VOLUME LTD/1648 Firmenich 2-Propen-1-ol, Yes Fragrance ingredient ≤ 1 tonne per Limited annum (2E)- CONCLUSIONS AND REGULATORY OBLIGATIONS Hazard classification Based on the available information, the notified chemical is recommended for hazard classification according to the as adopted for Globally Harmonised System for the Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS), industrial chemicals in Australia. The recommended hazard classification is presented in the table below. Hazard classification Hazard statement Acute toxicity (Category 4) H302 Harmful if swallowed – Skin sensitisation (Category 1) H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction – Based on the available information, the notified chemical is recommended for hazard classification according to the (NOHSC, 2004) with the following risk phrase: Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances R22 Harmful if swallowed R43 May cause sensitisation by skin contact The environmental hazard classification according to the Globally Harmonised System for the Classification (GHS) is presented below. Environmental classification under the GHS is not and Labelling of Chemicals mandated in Australia and carries no legal status but is presented for information purposes. Hazard classification Hazard statement Acute aquatic toxicity (Category 2) H401 Toxic to aquatic life – Human health risk assessment Under the conditions of the occupational settings described, provided that control measures are in place to minimise worker exposure, including the use of automated processes, ventilation systems and PPE (coveralls, impervious gloves, eye protection), the notified chemical is not considered to pose an unreasonable risk to the health of workers. Based on the available information, when used at 0.17% in deodorants, 0.32% in fine fragrances, 0.5% in ≤ ≤ ≤ body lotion, 0.44% in other leave-on cosmetic products and 1% in rinse-off cosmetic products and ≤ ≤ household products, the notified chemical is not considered to pose an unreasonable risk to public health. Environmental risk assessment On the basis of the PEC/PNEC ratio and the assessed use pattern, the notified chemical is not considered to pose an unreasonable risk to the environment. Recommendations Hazard Classification and Labelling The notified chemical should be classified as follows:
SUMMARY The following details will be published in the NICNAS Chemical Gazette: ASSESSMENT REFERENCE APPLICANT(S) CHEMICAL OR TRADE NAME HAZARDOUS INTRODUCTION VOLUME USE LTD/1648 Firmenich Limited 2-Propen-1-ol, (2E)- Yes ≤ 1 tonne per annum Fragrance ingredient CONCLUSIONS AND REGULATORY OBLIGATIONS Hazard classification Based on the available information, the notified chemical is recommended for hazard classification according to the Globally Harmonised System for the Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS), as adopted for industrial chemicals in Australia. The recommended hazard classification is presented in the table below. Hazard classification Hazard statement Acute toxicity (Category 4) H302 – Harmful if swallowed Skin sensitisation (Category 1) H317 – May cause an allergic skin reaction Based on the available information, the notified chemical is recommended for hazard classification according to the Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances (NOHSC, 2004) with the following risk phrase: R22 Harmful if swallowed R43 May cause sensitisation by skin contact The environmental hazard classification according to the Globally Harmonised System for the Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) is presented below. Environmental classification under the GHS is not mandated in Australia and carries no legal status but is presented for information purposes. Hazard classification Hazard statement Acute aquatic toxicity (Category 2) H401 – Toxic to aquatic life Human health risk assessment Under the conditions of the occupational settings described, provided that control measures are in place to minimise worker exposure, including the use of automated processes, ventilation systems and PPE (coveralls, impervious gloves, eye protection), the notified chemical is not considered to pose an unreasonable risk to the health of workers. Based on the available information, when used at ≤ 0.17% in deodorants, ≤ 0.32% in fine fragrances, ≤ 0.5% in body lotion, ≤ 0.44% in other leave-on cosmetic products and ≤ 1% in rinse-off cosmetic products and household products, the notified chemical is not considered to pose an unreasonable risk to public health. Environmental risk assessment On the basis of the PEC/PNEC ratio and the assessed use pattern, the notified chemical is not considered to pose an unreasonable risk to the environment. Recommendations Hazard Classification and Labelling The notified chemical should be classified as follows: