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A mapping of products and material used within live role-play
3 Chemical substances in products
3.1 An summary of the specific products
A number of products were selected for a closer examination of the content of chemical substances. The products in question are those marked with a þ in the previous chapter.
It should be noted that the stated descriptions on marking of the products in not an expression of possible insufficient marking. Even though a product contains a substance which is classified with one or more risk assessments, there may be reasons why the product is not marked. The marking is e.g. depending on the concentration of the substance in the product, and there are special regulations for small packaging.
For each product the following is stated:
- The nationality of the producer.
- How the product is sold.
- The content of substances (often acquired from a safety data-sheet for the product, but possibly also from the producers homepages and from the declaration of the product). If possible, the CAS-number of the substances is indicated.
- Classification of the content of substances (for substances having a risk assessment, these have been indicated). All substances have been checked in LOFS (the List of Dangerous Substances, where possible classifications may be found) through the CAS-number. Also the EBC (European Chemical Bureau) was consulted (view hhtp//ecb.jrc.it in the ESIS database). EBC handles the central registration of chemical substances in the EU. If there are discrepancies between the two lists, this is indicated in the figure. In some safety data-sheets, other risk assessments are also stated, and it is indicated if there are discrepancies between these sources. Annex C is a list of danger markings, risk assessments and remarks, since these are not explained in the figure.
- Marking of the product – here, the danger marking on the specific products are listed.
- In some places, a note has been added with further explanations.
Figure 6: summary of products in home-production
| 1st product type |
Latex |
| Producer |
Producer from Malaysia |
| Dealer |
Several role-play shops |
| Content, cf. the safety data-sheet etc. |
CAS: 9006-04-6 Natural latex > 95 %.
CAS: 7664-41-7 Ammonia
The producer’s safety data-sheet does not mention the content of NH3. Through other sources (dealers) we have been informed that the content is 0.6%. |
Classification of
CAS: 7664-41-7. |
R10 T; R23 C; R34 N; R50
In concentrations of 0,5 - 5 %, is the following classification:
Xn; R20 Xi; R36/37/38. |
| Marking of the product |
The bottle has the following text:
“Contains ammonia, should only be used in ventilated areas”.
Also, it warns that latex may cause allergy. |
| Note |
A number of latex dealers decant the product from large barrels to smaller containers. Often, these do not have An information label.
Also comes in concentrations of 0.3% NH3. |
| 2nd product type |
Latex |
| Producer |
Danish producer |
| Dealer |
Sold in e.g. role-play shops |
| Content, cf. the safety data-sheet |
CAS 1336-21-6 Ammonia < 0.2% |
Classification of
CAS: 1336-21-6 |
C; R34 N; R50
No classification for concentrations of <0.2 % |
| Marking of the product |
None. The product is sold in bottles with no label |
| Note |
The dealers decant the product from large barrels to smaller containers. On request, the dealer provided the label of the barrel. The label referred to a safety data-sheet. |
| 3rd product type |
Silicone spray |
| Producer |
Produced in the EU. |
| Dealer |
Tot stores |
| Content, cf. the safety data-sheet of 27-01-2004 |
CAS: 64742-49-0 Naphta, treated with hydrogen, volatile 25-50 %
CAS: 74-98-6 Propane 10-25 %
CAS: 106-97-8 Butane 10-25 %
CAS: 75-28-5 Isobutane* 10-25 %
*Contains ≤ 0.1 % butadiene |
Classification of
CAS: 64742-49-0
Naphta, treated with hydrogen, volatile |
At concentrations ≥ 10 %: Carc2; R45 Xn; R65
Annotations : Ae, H, P, 4.
If the substance contains less than 0.1 % benzene, Carc2; R45 is not relevant, Xn; R65 not used for aerosols. |
Classification of
CAS: 106-97-8 |
F+; R12. |
Classification of
CAS: 75-28-5
= 0,1 % butadiene |
F+; R12. |
Classification of
CAS: 74-98-6 |
F+; R12. |
| Marking of the product |
The label states: “Should be used outdoors”.
Is marked with the following danger symbols:
Xi causing local irritation
F+ Highly inflammable
N Damageable to the environment
Furthermore, MAL-code: 3-1 is stated |
| 4th product type |
Silicone spray |
| Producer |
Produced in the EU. |
| Dealer |
Sold through role-play producer in role-play shops. |
Content
See safety data-sheet: |
CAS 60828-78-6 2,6,8-trimethyle-4-nonyloxy-polyethylene-oxy-ethanole 2.0 %. |
Classification of
CAS 60828-78-6 |
Is evaluated according to safety data-sheet and classified as
Xi; R36 R52/53.
Is not recorded at LOFS. |
| Marking of the product |
No information on the content |
| 5th product type |
Silicone spray |
| Producer |
Danish producer. |
| Dealer |
A wide range of dealers |
| Content |
CAS 64771-72-8 n-paraffin (C10-C13) >75 %. |
Classification of
CAS 64771-72-8 |
Xn; R65. |
| Marking of the product |
“Avoid inhalation of the aerosol fog. Keep away from children.
The product is further marked with the symbol Highly inflammable. No information on the propellant |
| 6th product type |
Contact glue for foam plastic |
| Producer/importer |
Produced in the EU, imported by role-play producers |
| Dealer |
Sold in role-play shops |
| Content |
The safety data-sheet indicates that it contains a 40 % solution of co-polymers, resins, emulsifiers and stabilizers. No names or concentrations are mentioned. |
| Classification |
No information. |
| Marking of the product |
No information. |
| 7th product type |
Contact glue for foam plastic |
| Producer |
Produced in the EU. |
| Dealer |
Sold through a Danish importer |
| Content |
CAS 2634-33-5 1,2-benzisothiazol-3(2H)-on < 0.002 %
CAS 68130-72-3 Polyglycolether, aromatic 1-2.5 %
CAS 9010-98-4 Chloroprene rubber 25-50 %
CAS 1314-13-2 Zinkoxide 1-2.5 %. |
Classification
CAS 2634-33-5 |
Xn;R22, Xi;R38-41, R43, N;R50 |
Classification
CAS 68130-72-3 |
R52/53 |
Classification
CAS 1314-13-2 |
N;R50/53 |
| Marking of the product |
No marking |
| 8th product type |
Contact glue for foam plastic |
| Producer |
Dansk Producer. |
| Dealer |
A wide range of dealers |
| Content See safety data-sheet: |
CAS 1330-20-7 Xylene < 30 %
CAS 141-78-6 Ethyl acetate < 30 %
CAS 64742-49-0 Naphta, hydrogen treated, volatile (< 0.1 % benzene) < 25 %
CAS 1314-13-2 Zinkoxide < 1 %
CAS 8050-09-7 Cholofonium < 0.5 %. |
Classification of
CAS 1330-20-7 |
R10, Xn; R20/21, Xi; R38 (at concentrations>= 20 %). |
Classification of
CAS 141-78-6 |
F; R11, Xi; R36, R66, R67. |
Classification of
CAS 64742-49-0 |
T;R45-65 (at concentrations >= 10 %). |
Classification of
CAS 1314-13-2 |
N; R50/53. |
Classification of
CAS 8050-09-7 |
R43. |
| Marking of the product |
The product is marked with danger symbols for inflammable and unhealthy. Further, it is indicated that it “contains toluene. Hazardous if inhaled”
MAL-code 4-3. |
9th product type |
Latex toner |
| Producer/importer |
Produced in the EU, imported be role-play producer. |
| Dealers |
Sold in role-play shops |
| Content |
The safety data-sheet informs that the product consists of an aqueous solution with synthetic pigments, non-ionic and ionic surface-active substances, moisturizers and preservatives. Names or concentrations are not indicated. |
| Marking of the product |
No marking or information label. |
| 10th product type |
Latex toner |
| Producer |
Danish producer |
| Dealer |
A wide range of dealers |
| Content See safety data-sheet: |
CAS 55965-84-9 Solution of 5-chloro-2-methyle-4-isothiazoline-3-on and 2-methyle-4-iso-thiazoline-3-on (CMIT/MIT) < 9 ppm.
( The preservative is Kathon). |
Classification of
CAS 55965-84-9 |
Depends on the concentration:
Conc. ≥ 25 %: T;R23/24/25 C;R34 R43 N;R50/53
3 % ≤ Conc.<25 % : XN;R20/21/22 C;R34 R43 N;R51/53
2,5 % ≤ Conc.<3 % : C;R34 R43 N;R51/53
0,6 % ≤ Conc.<2,5 %: C;R34 R43 R52/53
0,25 % ≤ Conc.<0,6 %: XI;R36/38 R43 R52/53
0,06 % ≤ Conc.<0,25 %: XI;R36/38 R43
0,0015 % ≤ Conc.<0,06 %: R43 |
| Marking of the product |
No information label or danger symbols |
| 11th product type |
Latex toner |
| Producer |
Produced in the EU.. |
| Dealer |
Imported and sold in role-play shops |
| Content See safety data-sheet: |
Pigment: 15.8 %
Acrylic resin: 33.5 %
Water (H2O): 16.3 %
Additives: 34.3 %. |
| Marking of the product |
No information label or danger symbols |
| 12th product type |
Latex toner |
| Producer |
Produced in the EU, imported. |
| Dealer |
Sold in role-play shops |
| Content |
Safety data-sheet has been ordered, but not received |
| Marking of the product |
Nothing besides the CE marking |
| 13th product type |
Latex toner |
| Producer |
Danish Producer. |
| Dealer |
A wide range of dealers |
| Content |
CAS 55965-84-9 A solution of 5-chloro-2-methyle-4-isothiazolin-3-on and 2-methyle-4-iso-thiazoline-3-on (CMIT/MIT) (Kathon) < 15 ppm
CAS 251298-11-0 Oleylalcohol, ethoxylated, phosphated Na-salt 0-5 %
CAS 157707-44-3 Alkylmonoethanolamide ethoxylate 0-10 %
CAS 26264-05-1 Isopropylamindodecylbenzensulfonate 0-5 %c
CAS 107-41-5 2-methyle-2,4-pentandiole 1-10 %
CAS 9004-98-2 Oleylalcoholethoxylate 0-10 %
CAS 9046-01-9 Polyethoxyethylentridecyletherphosphate 0-5 %.
Further contains (no CAS-nr.):
Alkylarylpolyglycolethersulfate, Na-salt 0-5 %.
Caliumalkylphospherester 0-5 %. |
Classification
CAS 55965-84-9 |
T;R23/24/25 C;R34-R43 N;R50/53.
(Depending on the conc. See type of product 10). |
Classification
CAS 251298-11-0. |
According to the safety data-sheet it is classified as Xi;R36/38.
Cf. LOFS, the substance is not classified. |
Classification
CAS 157707-44-3 |
According to the safety data-sheet it is classified as
Xi;R36.
Cf. LOFS the substance is not classified. |
Classification
CAS 26264-05-1 |
According to the safety data-sheet it is classified as
Xi;R36/38.
Cf. LOFS the substance is not classified. |
Classification
CAS 107-41-5 |
Xi;R36/38. |
Classification
CAS 9004-98-2 |
According to the safety data-sheet it is classified as
Xi;R36/38.
Cf. LOFS the substance is not classified. |
Classification
CAS 9046-01-9. |
According to the safety data-sheet it is classified as
Xi;R36/38.
Cf. LOFS the substance is not classified. |
| Marking of the product |
The product has a common information label for all colours. A MAL-code is indicated.
For oxyd red, it is indicated that it contains dipropylene glycolmetyleter” MAL 1-1.
For black, it is MAL 0-1.
For other colours 00-1.
In swedish it is further indicated to “Avoid inhalation of vapour/spray fog. At insufficient ventilation, use a sufficient breathing mask. |
14th product type |
Latex mask |
| Producer |
Danish Producer. |
| Dealer |
Sold in role-play shops. |
| Content |
Made of latex – unknown content. |
| Classification |
|
| Safety data-sheet |
No |
| Marking of the product |
None |
| 15th product type |
Latex mask |
| Producer |
Produced in Cina, imported through Danish importer. |
| Dealer |
Sold in supermarkets |
| Content |
Made of latex – content unknown |
| Classification |
|
| Safety data-sheet |
No |
| Marking of the product |
None. |
| 16th product type |
Latex ears with skin glued |
| Producer |
Produced in the EU. |
| Dealer |
Sold in role-play shops |
| Content: according to the declaration on the product |
The ears are made of latex.
The glue contains:
CAS: 9000-14-0 Copal (Copal rosin varnish),
Rosin acrylate – unknown.
Rosin soft – unknown.
CAS: 64-17-5 Ethyl alcohol, (ethanol). |
Classification
CAS: 64-17-5 |
R11. |
| Marking of the product |
An information label with a warning in English that it is inflammable and towards allergies to the content. |
17th product type |
Latex ears |
| Producer |
Danish role-play producer |
| Dealer |
Role-play shops |
| Content |
Latex. |
| Classification |
None. |
| Safety data-sheet |
No. |
| Marking of the product |
None. |
| 18th product type |
Self-adhesive artificial scars and wounds |
| Producer |
Produced in China |
| Dealer |
In supermarkets as special offers |
| Content |
Unknown. |
| Classification |
None. |
| Note |
A “test report” conducted by SGS Group in February 2006 is available, which investigates whether the EU regulations on toys are observed. This includes a test of the migration of heavy metals. The limit values were not exceeded. |
| 19th product type |
Skin glue |
| Producer |
Produced in the EU. |
| Dealer |
Is imported and sold in e.g. role-play shops |
Content
See safety data-sheet:: |
CAS 67-63-0 Isopropyl alcohol 71 %.
CAS 97-88-1 Butyl methacrylate 24 %.
CAS 8001-79-4 Ricinus communis 5 %. |
Classification
CAS 67-63-0 |
F; R11 Xi; R36 R67. |
Classification
CAS 97-88-1. |
R10 Xi; R36/37/38 R43.
Annotation D. |
| Marking of the product |
Declaration of content, no danger symbols. |
| 20th product type |
Skin glue |
| Producer |
Produced in the EU. |
| Dealer |
Is imported and sold in e.g. role-play shops |
| Content See safety data-shee and cf. the information label on the product |
CAS 64-17-5 Ethanol 50 %.
CAS 25086-89-9 PVP/VA Copolymer.
CAS 68648-38-4 PEG-75 Lanolin oil. |
Classification
CAS 64-17-5 |
F; R11. |
| Marking of the product |
Declaration of content, no danger symbols. |
| 21st product type |
Skin glue |
| Producer |
Danish producer. |
| Dealer |
Not sold |
| Ingredients |
Information not available |
| Marking of the product |
Warning (in English):”Do not eat. If the product is consumed, drink water”. “If case of eye contact, clean with water”. |
| Note |
The product was on display when CASA visited the producer, but according to the producer, it was only for internal activities. |
| 22nd product type |
Skin glue |
| Producer |
Produced in the EU. |
| Dealer |
Role-play shops |
Ingredients, cf. the label
: |
CAS 64-17-5 Alcohol Denaturated.
CAS 9000-14-0 Copal.
CAS 8050-09-7 Colophonium (Resin).
CAS 110-17-8 Fumaric Acid.
CAS ? Colophonium Glycolester.
According to the Safety data-sheet CAS 64-17-5 Alcohol Denaturated.
The concentration is not indicated |
Classification
CAS 64-17-5 |
F; R11. |
Classification
CAS 8050-09-7 |
R43. |
Classification
CAS 110-17-8 |
Xi; R36. |
| Marking of the product |
Inflammable (in a number of languages, except Danish). |
| 23rd product type |
Skin-glue remover |
| Producer |
Produced in the EU. |
| Dealer |
Sold in e.g. role-play shops |
Content cf. the label
Content See safety data-sheet: |
CAS 64-17-5 Alcohol Denat.
CAS 67-63-0 Isopropyl Alcohol.
It is indicated that the substance is a mixture of ethyl- and isopropyl alcohol. Furthermore, the following R-assessment is indicated:
CAS 67-63-0 2-propanol (Isopropyl Alcohol).
The concentration is not indicated. |
Classification
CAS 64-17-5 |
F; R11. |
Classification
CAS 67-63-0 |
F; R11 Xi; R36-R67. |
| Marking of the product |
“Sparsam anwenden. Längerer/Wiederholter kontakt kann Hautentfettung versuchen“. |
| Note |
Several dealers informed us that they have seen allergic reaction after the use of skin-glue remover (not necessarily this product).
Most of the dealers informed us that they dissuade customers from using skin glue and recommend the use of soap and that the glue is rubbed off. |
| 24th product type |
Vampire’s teeth |
| Producer |
Produced in the EU. |
| Dealer |
Sold in role-play shops |
| Content See safety data-sheet: dated 06/24/04. |
NOC particles (no CAS-No.).
Residual monomers (no CAS-No.).
CAS: 94-36-0 Benzoyl peroxide [USAN]
CAS: 7440-43-9 Cadmium pigments
CAS: 13463-67-7 Titanium dioxide
CAS: 68186-94-7 Mineral pigment (CAS-NO equal to C.I. Pigment Black 26).
The Safety data-sheet does not state any risk assessment or concentrations |
| Content according to the label |
The only substance mentioned is
CAS: 80-62-2 methylmethacrylate. |
Classification of
CAS 94-36-0. |
E; R2 Xi; R36 R43. |
Classification of
CAS 7440-43-9 |
CARC2;R45 F;R17 TX;R26 T;R48/23/25 REP3;R62-63 MUT3;R68 N;R50/53. |
Classification of
CAS 80-62-2 |
According to ECB: F; R11 Xi; R37/38 R43.
According to LOFS, the substance is not classified |
| Marking of the product |
The packing has the text that states in German:
“Not a toy. Contains methylmethacrylate. Inflammable. Causes irritation to eyes, breathing zone and skin. Children under the age of 14 should only use the product under adult supervision. Liquid and powder not for consummation! Not recommended for crowns or orthodontia. In case of allergy towards the indicated content, do not use”.
There are no risk assessments or danger symbols. |
| 25th product type |
Tooth varnish |
| Producer |
Produced in the EU. |
| Dealer |
Sold in role-play shops. |
| Content cf. the homepage of the producer |
CAS 67-63-0 Isopropyl alcohol 75 %
CAS 12001-26-2 Mica (CI 77019) 25 %
CAS 25067-02-1 Acrylate copolymers 15 %
CAS 7631-86-9 Silica 5 %
Pigments:
CAS 1309-37-1 CI 77491 (iron oxide)
CAS 51274-00-1 CI 77492 (iron hydroxide)
CAS ?1317-61-9 CI 77499 (joxide)
CAS 13463-67-7 CI 77891 (titanium dioxide)
CAS 2611-82-7 CI 16255 (new coccine)
CAS 1339-82-8 CI 77268:1 (pigment black 8). |
Classification
CAS 67-63-0 |
F; R11 Xi; R36-R67. |
| Marking of the product |
Declaration of content, where isopropyl alcohol and acrylates copolymers are indicated |
| 26th product type |
Artificial blood |
| Producer |
Produced in the EU. |
| Dealer |
Sold in role-play shops |
Content See safety data-sheet:
Content cf. the label of the product: |
CAS 99-76-3 Methylparaben 0,2 %
CAS 122-99-6 Phenoxy ethanol 0,12 %
CAS 35691-65-7 Methyldibromo glutaronitrile 0,03 %.
Hydrogenated starch hydrolysate
CAS 9004-62-0 Hydroxyethylcellulose
CAS 68201-46-7 Peg-7 glyceryl cocoate
CAS 9006-65-9 Dimethicone
CAS 99-76-3 Methylparaben
CAS 52-51-7 2-bromo-2-notropropane-1,3-diol. |
Classification
CAS 99-76-3 |
The Safety data-sheet states that it has a R43 – the substance is not recorded in LOFS or ECB. |
Classification
CAS 122-99-6 |
Xn; R22 Xi; R36. |
Classification
CAS 52-51-7 |
Xn; R21/22 Xi; R37/38-41 N; R50. |
| Marking of the product |
Label, see above |
27th product type |
Blood capsules |
| Producer |
Produced in the EU. |
| Dealer |
Sold in role-play shops |
Centent, cf the label
Content, of the safety data-sheet |
CAS 63-42-3 Lactose
CAS 9005-25-8 Starch
CAS 471-34-1 Calcium Carbonate
77-92-9 Citric Acid
CAS 144-55-8 Sodium Bicarbonate
CAS 128-44-9 Sodium Saccharin
(+/- Red 7 CI 16255 (CAS 2611-82-7) og Black 1 CI 28440 (CAS 2519-30-4)).
A solution of:
CAS 9000-70-8 Gelatine.
Water.
CAS 56-81-5 Glycerin.
CAS 50-70-4 Sorbitol.
Concentrations are not indicated |
| Classification |
None. |
| Marking of the product |
See above |
3.2 Marking of products
Danish dealers and producers are of role-play products are mainly characterized by people who themselves are into role-playing activities. They are enthusiasts, who have build up a commercial angle to their interest.
It is CASA’s general impression that these people genuinely wish that the product the sell to active role-player do not posses a risk to peoples health. On the other hand, they are part of an innovative environment, where the aim for a good quality in the equipment exceeds the will to live up to formal labelling requirements. Possible errors in the marketing of products is more a sign of lack of knowledge about the product than of malevolence, and generally, there is a will to make sure that the role players are not exposed to unwanted chemical action.
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