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Reference
Endpoint:
explosive properties of explosives
Type of information:
experimental study
Adequacy of study:
key study
Study period:
March 2001
Reliability:
1 (reliable without restriction)
Rationale for reliability incl. deficiencies:
guideline study
Qualifier:
according to guideline
Guideline:
EU Method A.14 (Explosive properties)
Deviations:
no
GLP compliance:
yes (incl. QA statement)
Specific details on test material used for the study:
- Sponsor's identification: META® Metaldehyde
- Description: white shiny powder
- Chemical name: metaldehyde
- Date received: 2 January 2001
- Storage conditions: room temperature, in the dark
Key result
Test series:
UN Test series 3
Method:
UN Test 3 (a) (ii): BAM Fallhammer
Parameter:
fragmented length (cm)
Result:
result is considered "-" (negative)
Remarks on result:
other: There were no signs of ignition or explosion on impact. When the test assembly was dismantled there were no signs of decomposition.
Key result
Test series:
UN Test series 3
Method:
UN Test 3 (b) (i): BAM friction apparatus
Parameter:
fragmented length (cm)
Result:
result is considered "-" (negative)
Remarks on result:
other: There were no signs of ignition or explosion. A black mark on the porcelain plate and peg indicated decomposition.
Key result
Test series:
UN Test series 1
Method:
UN Test 1 (b): Koenen test
Parameter:
fragmented length (cm)
Result:
result is considered "-" (negative)
Remarks on result:
no ignition, explosion, self-heating or visible decomposition

BAM fall hammer test:

There were no signs of ignition or explosion on impact. When the test assembly was dismantled there were no signs of decomposition.

BAM friction test:

There were no signs of ignition or explosion. A black mark on the porcelain plate and peg indicated decomposition.

Koenen steel tube test:

An orange flame from the orifice was noted, with decreasing in size over time. After ca. 265 seconds, the flame self-extinguished. and the test was stopped after 300 seconds. The test tube was recovered intact.

Interpretation of results:
GHS criteria not met
Conclusions:
The test material has been determined not to have explosive properties.
Executive summary:

The explosive properties were determined using Method A 14 of Directive 92/69/EC. The test material was subjected to the following: 1) The BAM fall hammer test which is a test of mechanical sensitivity with respect to shock; 2) The BAM friction test which is a test of mechanical sensitivity with respect to friction; 3) The Koenen steel tube test which is a test of thermal sensitivity. The test material did not show any explosion or other reaction in these three tests and has therefore been determined not to have explosive properties.

Description of key information

The explosive properties were determined using Method A 14 of Directive 92/69/EC. The test material was subjected to the following: 1) The BAM fall hammer test which is a test of mechanical sensitivity with respect to shock; 2) The BAM friction test which is a test of mechanical sensitivity with respect to friction; 3) The Koenen steel tube test which is a test of thermal sensitivity. The test material did not show any explosion or other reaction in these three tests and has therefore been determined not to have explosive properties.

Key value for chemical safety assessment

Explosiveness:
non explosive

Additional information

Source: GLP-report

Justification for classification or non-classification

Based on the data available the substance is not classified or labeled according to Regulation 1272/2008/EC (CLP).