Number
018-EN
Section
General Section
Use
Sector
Printing and reproduction of recorded media
Other
Function
Cleaning agent
Process
Other
Product category
washing ad cleaning products
Application
Cleaning of printing rolls
Abstract
A printing vocational training facility used trichloroethylene for the cleaning and washing of printing rolls. Trichloroethylene is a known carcinogen and neurotoxicant. Several options were assessed and eventually trichloroethylene was substituted by a coconut oil-based compound.
Substituted substances
Trichloroethylene
CAS No. 79-01-6 EC No. 201-167-4 Index No. 602-027-00-9
Chemical group
Organochlorid-Verbindung, halogenierte aliphatische Kohlenwasserstoffe
Classification: hazard statements
H350 May cause cancer
H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects
H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness
H315 Causes skin irritation
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Other adverse effects
Der Stoff ist: ein 2A Karzinogen (IARC); neurotoxisch Kat. 4 (Vela et al.) wie der Datenbank der nach SUBSPORT-Kriterien gefährlichen Stoffe zu entnehmen ist.
Alternative Substances
Esters based on coconut oil
CAS No. EC No. Index No.
Chemical group
Pflanzenölester
Reliability of information
Evidence of implementation: there is evidence that the solution was implemented and in use at time of publication
Reason substitution
CMR
neurotoxicant
Hazard Assessment
Trichloroethylene is carcinogen cat.2A according to IARC and 1B according to CLP (H350), and neurotoxic cat. 4 according to Vela et al. Because of these two important risks, the substance is listed in the Substance Database according to SUBSPORT Screening Criteria (SDSC). The alternative substance is a natural oil with no risks. » Check the Substance Database according to SUBSPORT Screening Criteria (SDSC)
Description of Substitution
Introduction The vocational training facility used trichloroethylene for the cleaning and washing of printing rolls. Trichloroethylene is a known carcinogen and neurotoxicant. This case had serious implications since students were exposed to the product. Union representatives requested the substitution of trichloroethylene with a harmless product. The search for alternatives took into account the results of Project Subsprint (developed in 1995 with the participation of Madrid’s regional union, CC.OO.) on the substitution of organic solvents with vegetable oil-based cleaners. The chosen substitute was a coconut oil-based product. Despite the changes in the cleaning process derived from the use of the new product, the teaching staff reported its effectiveness. The process also raised awareness about the significance of substituting dangerous chemicals among teachers and students, future printing machine operators. Description of procedure or technology (including pre-/post-processing) Cleaning and washing of printing rolls. Way of application: e.g. spraying, dipping, open/closed system etc. Risk management measures (technical, organizational and personal) Risk reduction by alternative: Human health: e.g. more/less safety measures e.g. technical/operational/personal protection measures Health risks were eliminated. Information for teachers and students was improved. Risk reduction by alternative: Environment: e.g. waste reduced/increased
Case/substitution evaluation
Advantage or Disadvantage of alternative
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Aspect |
Advantage/disadvantage to conventional process |
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Technical requirements |
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Implementation |
The use of the new product implies a modification of the cleaning process. Coconut oil is less volatile and dries slowly. This factor slows down the cleaning process but it did not represent an objection to the substitution of trichloroethylene. The implication of the teacher and his autonomy to contact different suppliers was a key factor for the success of the substitution process. |
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Operational expenses |
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etc. |
State of implementation
Full capacity
Date and place of implementation
2006, Spain
Availability of Alternative
The product is distributed under the commercial name Feboclean Bio-3
Producer/Provider
https://www.boettcher.de/en-EN/home/
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User
Contact
Other solutions
A hydrocarbon-based alternative product (Eurowash 2100) was assessed. The product contains aliphatic aromatic hydrocarbons and was eventually rejected for its possible carcinogenicity (R45).
Further information
Feboclean BIO-3 https://www.boettcher.de/fileadmin/web/docs/pdf/en/BiO-3_engl.pdf
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MSDS https://www.boettcher.de/de-DE/unternehmen/services/download/
BG">https://www.boettcher.de/de-DE/unternehmen/services/download/">https://www.boettcher.de/de-DE/unternehmen/services/download/
BG ETEM: Database of Approved Washing and Cleaning Agents for Offset Printing http://praevention-dp-bgetem.bg-KOOPeration.de/?set_language=en
Feboclean">http://praevention-dp-bgetem.bg-KOOPeration.de/?set_language=en">http://praevention-dp-bgetem.bg-KOOPeration.de/?set_language=en
Feboclean BIO-3 http://praevention-dp-bgetem.bg-KOOPeration.de/datenbank/hersteller-und-produkte/feboclean-bio-3
Date, reviewed
February 27, 2020