PRODUCT SAFETY DATA SHEET

SANFED® Series
According to Regulation (EC) 1907/2006,
Regulation (EC) 1272/2008, Regulation (EC) 453/2010 and Regulation (EU) 2020/878

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1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING

1.1. Product Identifier

Trade name: SANFED Premix, SANFED Powder, Sanfed Optimal 3.0 AC, Sanfed Active Carbon 3.0, Sanfed
Active Carbon 4.0, SANFED Ultra, SANFED Ultra 8, SANFED Ultra Plus, SANFED Ultra Antitox, Sanfed Ultra
Antitox 3.0 AC, Sanfed Ultra Antitox 3.0 AC P8, SANFED Ultra Plus Antitox, SANFED Ultra Premium,
SANFED Ultra Premium Antitox, Sanfed 40, Sanfed 40 F, Sanfed Active Carbon M-Complex,
Sanfed 40 F Plus
REACH Registration Number: According to par. 7 of ANNEX V of reg. (EC) 1907/2006, minerals occurring
in nature, which are not chemically modified, are exempted from registration. All above mentioned products
fall within this definition
Attapulgite can be found in the newly adopted Catalogue of Feed Materials by Commission Regulation (EU)
No 1017/2017, L 159/109.
Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Used as complementary feed for productive animals (pigs, broilers, layers, ruminants, horses, rabbits, etc.)

1.2. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

GEOHELLAS
Pentelis 8A, Palaio Faliro
Athens 175 64
GREECE
Office: + 30 210 9485800
E-mail: feed@geohellas.com

Registration Number of Geohellas SA (Greek Ministry of Agriculture): EL 00330-510-000010

1.3. Emergency telephone number: + 30 210 9485800

2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

2.1. Classification of the substance

This product does not meet the criteria for classification as hazardous according to EC Regulation 1272/2008
as amended.
The product contains less than 1% w/w RCS (respirable crystalline silica) as determined by the SWeRF
method (“Size-Weighted Respirable Fraction”). All details about the SWeRF method are available at
www.crystallinesilica.eu.
2.1.1. Classification according to Regulation (EC) 1272/2008 (CLP)
Not classified.
Label elements
Observe the normal safety regulations when handling chemicals.
The product is not subject to identification regulations under EC Directives and the Ordinance on Hazardous
Materials.

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2.1.2. Labeling according to Regulation (EC) 1272/2008

Not applicable

Hazard statements:
Not applicable

Precautionary statements:
Not applicable

Indication of danger:
Not applicable

Risk phrases:
Not applicable

Safety phrases:
Not applicable

2.2. Other hazards

This product is an inorganic substance and does not meet the criteria for PBT or vPvB in accordance with
Annex XIII of REACH.
The material is not known to have an adverse effect on the endocrine system in accordance with the criteria
stated within Regulation (EU) 2017/2100 or Regulation (EU) 2018/605.
The most severe adverse reactions to human health when using the material/preparation:
None were observed.
The most severe adverse reaction to the environment when using the material/preparation:
None were observed.

3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Sanfed series contains Attapulgite (hydrated magnesium aluminium silicate) EINECS No 310-127-6 CAS No
12174-11-7 processed with different physical methods:
a) Sieving (SANFED Powder, SANFED Premix)
Sanfed Optimal 3.0 AC and Sanfed Active Carbon 3.0 is a mixture of attapulgite with Activated Carbon
(008970-EN)
Sanfed Active Carbon 4.0 is a mixture of attapulgite with Activated Carbon (008970-EN)
b) Thermal treatment at > 300o C (SANFED Ultra, SANFED Ultra 8)
SANFED Ultra Plus is a mixture of above Sanfed Ultra with minor live Yeast / Yeast cell walls,
SANFED Ultra Premium is a mixture of above Sanfed Ultra with minor Origanum vulgare (Greek oregano
extract),
SANFED Ultra Premium Antitox is a mixture of above Sanfed Ultra with minor Origanum vulgare (Greek
oregano extract) and with minor Activated Carbon (008970-EN),
SANFED Ultra Antitox is a mixture of above Sanfed Ultra with minor Activated Carbon (008970-EN)
SANFED Ultra Antitox 3.0 AC is a mixture of above Sanfed Ultra with Activated Carbon (008970-EN)

Impurities

Not applicable for a UVCB substance.

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4. FIRST AID MEASURES

4.1. Description of first aid measures

General advice
No known delayed effects.
Following inhalation
No first aid measures required; move source of dust or move person to fresh air. Seek medical advice in case
of irritation.
Following skin contact
No first aid measures required; wash affected area with soap and water. Seek medical advice in case of
irritation.
Following eye contact
Rinse eyes immediately with plenty of water. Seek medical advice in case of irritation.
Following ingestion
No first aid measures; clean mouth with water and drink afterwards plenty of water. Seek medical advice in
case of irritation.

4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Irritation of the eyes, because of dust entry. No delayed effects are anticipated, if first aid treatment is applied
and is effective.

4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

No need for immediate medical attention; follow the advice given in section 4.1

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

5.1. Extinguishing media

5.1.1.Suitable extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media: The product is not combustible. Use extinguishing measures that are
appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment.

5.1.2.Unsuitable extinguishing media

No restriction on the extinguishing media to be used in cases of fire in its vicinity.

5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

The material is not flammable and it does not support fire. No hazardous thermal decomposition products.

5.3. Advice for fire fighters

Avoid generation of dust. Use breathing apparatus.

Product on floor when wetted will become slippery and may present a hazard; wear anti-slip boots.
Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

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6.1.1.For non-emergency personnel

Ensure adequate ventilation.

Keep dust levels to a minimum.
The usual precautionary measures should be adhered to general rules for handling chemicals.
Avoid inhalation of dust – ensure that sufficient ventilation or suitable respiratory protective equipment is used,
wear suitable protective equipment (see section 8).
Take care of wet product on floor, which presents a slip hazard.

6.1.2.For emergency responders

Ensure adequate ventilation.

Keep dust levels to a minimum.
The usual precautionary measures should be adhered to general rules for handling chemicals.
Avoid inhalation of dust – ensure that sufficient ventilation or suitable respiratory protective equipment is used,
wear suitable protective equipment (see section 8).
Take care of wet product on floor, which presents a slip hazard.

6.2. Environmental precautions

No special requirement.
Contain the spillage. If product is released on the road, place signposts to divert traffic, and collect the spill
mechanically avoiding dust generation.

6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Avoid dust generation; avoid dry sweeping

Use vacuum suction unit, or shovel into bags.

6.4. Reference to other sections

For more information on exposure controls/personal protection or disposal considerations, please see Section
7 for information on safe handling, Section 8 for information on personal protection equipment, and Section 13
for information on disposal.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

7.1. Precautions for safe handling

7.1.1.Protective measures

Keep dust levels to a minimum.

Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where airborne dust is generated. In case of insufficient
ventilation, wear suitable respiratory protective equipment refer to section 8 of this safety data sheet. Handle
packaged products carefully to prevent accidental bursting. If you require advice on safe handling techniques,
please contact your supplier or check the Good Practice Guide referred to in section 16.

7.1.2.Advice on general occupational hygiene

Keep dust levels to a minimum.

General occupational hygiene measures are required to ensure safe handling of the substance. These
measures involve good personal and housekeeping practices (i.e. regular cleaning with suitable cleaning
devices), no drinking, eating and smoking at the workplace. Shower and change clothes at end of work shift.
Do not wear contaminated clothing at home.

7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

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Minimize airborne dust generation and prevent wind dispersal during loading and unloading. Keep containers
closed and store packaged products to prevent accidental bursting.

7.3. Specific end use(s)

If you require advice on specific uses, please contact your supplier or check the Good Practice Guide referred
to in section 16.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

8.1. Control parameters

Maintain personal exposure below occupational exposure limit for inhalable and respirable dust as dictated in
the national legislation. The occupational exposure limit for respirable crystalline silica in EU countries is given
in: http://www.nepsi.eu.

General threshold values for dust are:

- inhalable fraction: 10 mg/m3
- respirable fraction: 3 mg/m3

8.1.1.Occupational Exposure Limits in mg/m3 8 hours TWA

The value for respirable crystalline silica dust is 0.1 according to European Directive 2398/2017.

Biological limit values

None.

8.1.2. Appropriate technical control

None.

8.1.3. Exposure limit values and / or biological limit values for contaminated air

None.

8.1.4. Values of DNEL/DMEL and PNEC

None.

8.2. Exposure controls

8.2.1.Appropriate engineering controls

Minimize airborne dust generation. Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation or other engineering
controls to keep airborne levels below specified exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fumes, or
mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne particles below the exposure limit. Apply organizational
measures e.g. by isolating personnel from dusty areas. Remove and wash soiled clothing.

8.2.2.Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment

8.2.2.1. Eye/face protection

Do not wear contact lenses. For powders, tight fitting goggles with side shields, or wide vision full goggles. It is
also advisable to have individual pocket eyewash.

8.2.2.2. Skin & hands protection

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For skin, normal work clothes are appropriate.

For hands, appropriate protection (e.g. gloves, barrier cream) is recommended for workers who suffer from
dermatitis or sensitive skin. Wash hands at the end of each work session.

8.2.2.3. Respiratory protection

Regulate ventilation to keep dust levels below established threshold values. In case of prolonged exposure to
airborne dust concentrations, a suitable particle filter mask that complies with the requirements of national
legislation is recommended, depending on the expected exposure levels. - Category 2 or 3 (FP2 - FP3). See
EN 143:2000 - Respiratory protective equipment.

8.2.3.Environmental exposure controls

All ventilation systems should be filtered before discharge to atmosphere.

Avoid releasing to the environment. Contain the spillage.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Form: granular (SANFED Premix), powder (all other SANFED)

Color: beige (dark grey-black for products containing activated carbon)
Odor: odorless (SANFED Premix, SANFED Powder, Sanfed Optimal 3.0 AC, Sanfed Active Carbon 3.0,
Sanfed Active Carbon 4.0, SANFED Ultra, SANFED Ultra Plus, SANFED Ultra Antitox, Sanfed Ultra
Antitox 3.0 AC, SANFED Ultra Plus Antitox, Sanfed 40 F PLus, Sanfed 40, Sanfed 40 F, Sanfed Active
Carbon M-Complex), oregano (Sanfed Ultra Premium, Sanfed Ultra Premium Antitox)
Odor threshold: not applicable
pH: 7.5 – 9.0 (5% solids in water suspension at 20 °C)
Melting point: not applicable
Boiling point: not applicable (solid with a melting point > 450 °C)
Flash point: not applicable (solid with a melting point > 450 °C)
Evaporation rate: not applicable (solid with a melting point > 450 °C)
Flammability: non flammable
Explosive limits: non explosive
Vapor pressure: not applicable (solid with a melting point > 450 °C)
Vapor density: not applicable
Specific gravity density: 2.5 g/cm³
Bulk density: 0.28 - 0.40 g/cm³ (Sanfed Optimal 3.0 AC, Sanfed Active Carbon 3.0, Sanfed Active Carbon
4.0, Sanfed Ultra Series), 0.65 - 0.78 g/cm³ (Sanfed Premix, Sanfed Powder)
Solubility in water: negligible
Partition coefficient: not applicable (inorganic substance)
Auto ignition temperature: not self-igniting
Decomposition temperature: not applicable
Viscosity: not applicable

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Solvent content:
Organic solvents: 0.0 %
Water: 12-16 %

9.2. Other information

Not available

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

10.1. Reactivity

Inert, not reactive.

10.2. Chemical stability

Chemically stable

10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions

No hazardous reaction

10.4. Conditions to avoid

Product may become slippery when wet.

10.5. Incompatible materials

Avoid storing together with materials that may be affected by dust.

10.6. Hazardous decomposition products

None.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

11.1. Information on hazard classes as defined in Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008

Classification according to GHS (1272/2008/EC, CLP)

This substance does not meet the criteria for classification in accordance with Regulation No 1272/2008/EC.

Acute Toxicity/Effects

Acute toxicity: Virtually nontoxic after a single ingestion.

Oral (rat LD50): The product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from substances/products
of a similar structure or composition.

Inhalation (rat LC50): No information available.

Dermal (rat LD50): No information available.

Irritation/Corrosion: Not expected to be an eye irritant. Not expected to be a skin irritant. Inhalation of dust
may cause respiratory tract irritation, coughing and breathing difficulties. The product has not been tested.
The statement has been derived from the properties of the individual components.

Skin: Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.

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Eye: Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.

Sensitization: The chemical structure does not suggest a sensitizing effect. The product has not been tested.
The statement has been derived from the properties of the individual components.

Aspiration hazard: Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.

Chronic Toxicity/Effects

Genetic toxicity: Assessment of mutagenicity: No data available concerning mutagenic effects.

Carcinogenicity: Attapulgite (also known as palygorskite) is a hydrated magnesium silicate with magnesium
partially replaced by aluminium and iron. The mineral has an elongated morphology. According to IARC
Monograph, Volume 68, 1997: Short palygorskite (attapulgite) fibers (<5 micrometers) cannot be classified as
to their carcinogenicity to humans (Group 3). The attapulgite present in this product contains fibers less than 5
um in length, and therefore is considered by IARC as Group 3.

Additional toxicological information

The product is not subject to classification according to the calculation method of the General EC
Classification Guidelines for Preparations as issued in the latest version. When used and handled according
to specifications, the product does not have any harmful effects according to our experience and the
information known to us.

11.2. Endocrine disrupting properties

None of the ingredients is listed.

11.3. Information on other hazards

There is no additional information.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

12.1. Toxicity

12.1.1. Acute/Prolonged toxicity to fish

No data available.

12.1.2. Acute/Prolonged toxicity to aquatic invertebrates

No data available.

12.1.3. Acute/Prolonged toxicity to aquatic plants

No data available.

12.1.4. Toxicity to micro-organisms e.g. bacteria

No data available.

12.1.5. Chronic toxicity to aquatic organisms

No data available.

12.1.6. Toxicity to soil dwelling organisms

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No data available.

12.1.7. Toxicity to terrestrial plants

No data available.

12.1.8. General effect

No specific adverse effects known.

12.1.9. Further information

None

12.2. Persistence and degradability

Not relevant for inorganic substances

12.3. Bio accumulative potential

Not relevant for inorganic substances

12.4. Mobility in soil

Almost insoluble and thus presents a low mobility in most soils.

12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

Not relevant for inorganic substances

12.6. Endocrine disrupting properties

The product does not contain substances with endocrine disrupting properties.

12.7. Other adverse effects

No other adverse effects are identified.

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

13.1. Waste treatment methods

The residues/unused product can be disposed in landfills following national and local regulations.
Dispose in such a way to avoid dust generation. Where possible, recycling should be preferred to disposal.

Substance / preparation disposal: Storage category 0.

Contaminated packing disposal: Secondary utilization, storing, incineration. In all cases dust formation from
residues in the packaging should be avoided and suitable protection be assured.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

The material is not classified as a dangerous substance and no restrictions apply for land/sea/air
transportation. Avoid spreading dust.

14.1. UN-Number

Not relevant

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14.2. UN proper shipping name

Not relevant

14.3. Transport hazard class(es)

ADR: Nonhazardous
IMDG: Nonhazardous
ICAO/IATA: Not restricted
RID: Not classified

14.4. Packing group

Not applicable

14.5. Environmental hazards

Not relevant

14.6. Special precautions for user

Avoid any release of dust during transportation, by using air-tight tanks for powders and covered
trucks for pebbles.

14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL73/78 and the IBC Code

Not regulated.

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

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

Authorizations: Not required

Restrictions on use: None
EC regulations:
Observe the normal safety regulations when handling chemicals.
The product is not subject to identification regulations under EC Directives and the Ordinance on Hazardous
Materials.
Other EU regulations: Product is not a SEVESO substance, not an ozone-depleting substance and not a
persistent organic pollutant.
National regulations: Refer to the regulatory exposure limits for workforce enforced in each country (see
Annex 1 and link in section 8).
Water hazard class: Generally, not hazardous for water.

15.2. Chemical safety assessment

Product is exempted from REACH registration in accordance with Annex V.7.

16. OTHER INFORMATION

16.1. Information about revision of safety data sheet

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Changes in terminology and requirements according to COMMISSION REGULATION (EU) 2020/878 of 18

June 2020 amending Annex II to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and of the
Council concerning the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH).
REGULATION (EC) No 1272/2008 OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 16
December 2008 on classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures, amending and
repealing Directives 67/548/EEC and 1999/45/EC, and amending Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006, as
amended.
Data are based on our latest knowledge but do not constitute a guarantee for any specific product features
and do not establish a legally valid contractual relationship.

16.2. Hazard Statements

Not relevant

16.3. Precautionary Statements

Not relevant

16.4. Risk Phrases

Not relevant

16.5. Safety Phrases

Not relevant

16.6. Abbreviations

UVCB: Substances of Unknown or Variable composition, Complex reaction products or Biological materials
CAS: Chemical Abstracts Service
EINECS: European Inventory of Existing Commercial chemical Substances
PBT: persistent, bio accumulative, toxic chemical
vPvB: very persistent, very bio accumulative chemical
SWeRF: Size-Weighted Respirable Fraction

Disclaimer
Compliance with a specific legal document is to be understood as compliance with all its relevant
amendments, issued until the date of the last modification of this SDS.
This safety data sheet (SDS) is based on the legal provisions of the REACH Regulation ((EC) 1907/2006;
article 31 and Annex II), as amended. Its contents are intended as a guide to the appropriate precautionary
handling of the material. It is the responsibility of recipients of this SDS to ensure that the information
contained therein is properly read and understood by all people who may use, handle, dispose or in any way
come in contact with the product. Information and instructions provided in this SDS are based on the current
state of scientific and technical knowledge at the date of issue indicated. It should not be construed as any
guarantee of technical performance, suitability for particular applications, and does not establish a legally valid
contractual relationship. This version of the SDS supersedes all previous versions.

END OF DATA SHEET

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