PARAFORMALDEHYDE Pure |
| Synonyms : Polyoxymethylene |
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking |
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1.1 Product identifier |
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| Chemical Name : | PARAFORMALDEHYDE | ||
| Catalogue No. : | AL3415 | Product form : | Substance |
| CAS Number : | 30525-89-4 | EC Number : | |
| Grade : | EC Index Number : | ||
| Chemical Formula : | HSN Code : | 29126000 | |
| Synonyms : | Polyoxymethylene | ||
| Chemical Structure : |
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1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against |
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| Use of the substance/mixture : | Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances | ||
| Uses advised against : | No additional information available | ||
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet |
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| Company identification : | Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane, Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053 Maharashtra, India. |
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1.4 Emergency Contact Details |
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| Phone / e-Mail : | Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in |
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SECTION 2: Hazards identification |
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2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture |
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| Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP] | |
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Flammable solids, Category 1 H228 Acute toxicity (oral), Category 4 H302 Acute toxicity (inhal.), Category 4 H332 Skin corrosion/irritation, Category 2 H315 Serious eye damage/eye irritation, Category 1 H318 Sensitisation Skin, category 1 H317 Carcinogenicity, Category 2 H351 Specific target organ H335 toxicity Single exposure, Category 3, Respiratory tract irritation Full text of classification categories and H statements : see section 16 |
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| Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC | |
| Carc.Cat.3; R40 F; R11 Xn; R20/22 Xi; R41 Xi; R37/38 R43 Full text of R-phrases: see section 16 |
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| Adverse physicochemical, human health and environmental effects | |
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2.2 Label elements |
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| Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP] | |
| Hazard pictograms (CLP) : |
 GHS02
 GHS05
 GHS07
 GHS08
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| Signal word (CLP) : | Danger |
| Hazard statements (CLP) : | H228 - Flammable solid H302+H332 - Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled H315 - Causes skin irritation H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction H318 - Causes serious eye damage H335 - May cause respiratory irritation H351 - Suspected of causing cancer |
| Precautionary statements (CLP) : | P201 - Obtain special instructions before use P261 - Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection P305+P351+P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing |
2.3 Other hazards |
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| Other hazards : | No additional information available |
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients |
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3.1. Substance |
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| Name : | PARAFORMALDEHYDE Extra Pure | ||
| CAS No. : | 30525-89-4 | ||
| Full text of R- and H-phrases: see section 16 | |||
3.2. Mixture |
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| Not applicable | |||
SECTION 4: First aid measures |
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4.1 Description of first aid measures |
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| First-aid measures after inhalation : | Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. |
| First-aid measures after skin contact : | Wash with plenty of soap and water. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Specific treatment (see ... on this label). If skin irritation or rash occurs: |
| First-aid measures after eye contact : | Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. |
| First-aid measures after ingestion : | Rinse mouth. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. |
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed |
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| Symptoms relating to use : | Symptoms/injuries after inhalation : May cause an allergic skin reaction. May cause respiratory irritation. Harmful if inhaled. Symptoms/injuries after skin contact : Causes skin irritation. Symptoms/injuries after eye contact : Causes serious eye damage. Symptoms/injuries after ingestion : Swallowing a small quantity of this material will result in serious health hazard. Harmful if swallowed. Chronic symptoms : Suspected carcinogen. |
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed |
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| General information : | Treat symptomatically. |
SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures |
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5.1 Extinguishing media |
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| Suitable extinguishing media : | dry chemical powder, alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide (CO2). |
| Unsuitable extinguishing media : | Do not use a heavy water stream. |
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture |
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| Fire hazard : | Flammable solid. |
| Explosion hazard : | May form flammable/explosive vapour-air mixture. |
5.3 Advice for firefighters |
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| Protection during firefighting : | Do not attempt to take action without suitable protective equipment. |
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures |
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6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures |
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| General measures : | Remove ignition sources. Use special care to avoid static electric charges. No naked lights. No smoking. |
6.1.1. For non-emergency personnel |
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| Emergency procedures : | Evacuate unnecessary personnel. |
6.1.2. For emergency responders |
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| Protective equipment | Use personal protective equipment as required |
| Emergency procedures | Stop release. |
6.2 Environmental precautions |
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| Avoid release to the environment. | |
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up |
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| Methods for cleaning up : | Clear up rapidly by scoop or vacuum. |
6.4 Reference to other sections |
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| Reference : | No additional information available |
SECTION 7: Handling and storage |
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7.1 Precautions for safe handling |
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| Additional hazards when processed : | Handle empty containers with care because residual vapours are flammable. |
| Precautions for safe handling : | No naked lights. No smoking. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. |
| Hygiene measures : | Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash ... thoroughly after handling. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. |
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities |
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| Technical measures : | Proper grounding procedures to avoid static electricity should be followed. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/… equipment. |
| Storage conditions : | Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. |
7.3 Specific end use(s) |
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| No additional information available | |
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection |
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8.1 Control parameters |
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| No additional information available | |
8.2 Exposure controls |
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| Hand protection : | protective gloves |
| Eye protection : | Chemical goggles or safety glasses |
| Skin and body protection : | Wear suitable protective clothing |
| Respiratory protection : | Wear respiratory protection |
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties |
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9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties |
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| Physical state : | Solid Colour |
| Colour : | White crystallline. |
| Odour : | pungent odur. |
| Odour threshold : | No data available |
| pH value : | 4 - 5.5 |
| Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) : | No data available |
| Melting point : | 120 - 170 |
| Freezing point : | No data available |
| Boiling point : | No data available |
| Flash point : | 70 °C |
| Auto-ignition temperature : | 3000 °C |
| Decomposition temperature : | No data available |
| Flammability (solid, gas) : | Flammable solid |
| Vapour pressure : | No data available |
| Relative vapour density at 20°C : | 1.03 |
| Density : | 1.45 g/cm3 |
| Solubility : | Water: Insoluble in water |
| Log Pow : | No data available |
| Viscosity, kinematic : | No data available |
| Viscosity, dynamic : | No data available |
| Explosive properties : | No data available |
| Oxidising properties : | No data available |
| Explosive limits : | No data available |
9.2 Other information |
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| No additional information available | |
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity |
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10.1 Reactivity |
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| No additional information available | |
10.2 Chemical stability |
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| Flammable solid. May form flammable/explosive vapour-air mixture. | |
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions |
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| No additional information available | |
10.4 Conditions to avoid |
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| Open flame. Overheating. Direct sunlight. Heat. Sparks. | |
10.5 Incompatible materials |
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| No additional information available | |
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products |
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| May release flammable gases. |
SECTION 11: Toxicological information |
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11.1 Information on toxicological effects |
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| Acute toxicity : | Oral: Harmful if swallowed. Inhalation: Harmful if inhaled. |
| Skin corrosion/irritation : | Causes skin irritation. pH: 4 - 5.5 |
| Serious eye damage/irritation : | Causes serious eye damage. pH: 4 - 5.5 |
| Respiratory or skin sensitisation : | May cause an allergic skin reaction. |
| Germ cell mutagenicity : | Not classified |
| Carcinogenicity : | Suspected of causing cancer. |
| Reproductive toxicity : | Not classified |
| Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) : | May cause respiratory irritation. |
| Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) : | Not classified |
| Aspiration hazard : | Not classified |
| Potential adverse human health effects and symptoms : | Harmful if swallowed. |
SECTION 12: Ecological information |
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12.1 Toxicity |
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| Toxicity information : | No additional information available |
12.2 Persistence - degradability |
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| Persistence - degradability : | No additional information available |
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential |
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| Bioaccumulative potential : | No additional information available |
12.4 Mobility in soil |
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| Mobility in soil : | No additional information available |
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment |
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| No additional information available | |
12.6 Other adverse effects |
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| Environmental precautions : | No additional information available |
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations |
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13.1 Waste treatment methods |
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| Product/Packaging disposal recommendations : | Dispose of contents/container to ... |
| Additional information : | Handle empty containers with care because residual vapours are flammable. |
SECTION 14: Transport information |
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| In accordance with ADR / RID / IMDG / IATA / ADN | |
14.1. UN number |
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| UN-No. (ADR) : | 2213 |
| UN-No. (IMDG) : | 2213 |
| UN-No. (IATA) : | 2213 |
| UN-No. (ADN) : | 2213 |
| UN-No. (RID) : | 2213 |
14.2. UN proper shipping name |
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| Proper Shipping Name (ADR) : | PARAFORMALDEHYDE |
| Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) : | PARAFORMALDEHYDE |
| Proper Shipping Name (IATA) : | PARAFORMALDEHYDE |
| Proper Shipping Name (ADN) : | PARAFORMALDEHYDE |
| Proper Shipping Name (RID) : | PARAFORMALDEHYDE |
| Transport document description (ADR) : | UN 2213, PARAFORMALDEHYDE, 4.1, III |
| Transport document description (IMDG) : | UN 2213, PARAFORMALDEHYDE, 4.1, III |
| Transport document description (IATA) : | UN 2213, PARAFORMALDEHYDE, 4.1, III |
| Transport document description (ADN) : | UN 2213, PARAFORMALDEHYDE, 4.1, III |
| Transport document description (RID) : | UN 2213, PARAFORMALDEHYDE, 4.1, III |
14.3. Transport hazard class(es) |
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| ADR | |
| Transport hazard class(es) : | 4.1 |
| Danger labels : | 4.1 
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| IMDG | |
| Transport hazard class(es) : | 4.1 |
| Danger labels : | 4.1
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| IATA | |
| Transport hazard class(es) : | 4.1 |
| Danger labels : | 4.1
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| ADN | |
| Transport hazard class(es) : | 4.1 |
| Danger labels : | 4.1
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| RID | |
| Transport hazard class(es) : | 4.1 |
| Danger labels : | 4.1
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14.4. Packing group |
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| Packing group (ADR) : | III |
| Packing group (IMDG) : | III |
| Packing group (IATA) : | III |
| Packing group (ADN) : | III |
| Packing group (RID) : | III |
14.5. Environmental hazards |
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| Dangerous for the environment : | No |
| Marine pollutant : | No |
| Other information : | No supplementary information available |
14.6. Special precautions for user |
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| - Overland transport | |
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Classification code (ADR) : F1 Limited quantities (ADR) : 5kg Excepted quantities (ADR) : E1 Packing instructions (ADR) : P002, IBC08, LP02, R001 Special packing provisions (ADR) : PP12, B3 Mixed packing provisions (ADR) : MP10 Portable tank and bulk container instructions (ADR) : T1, BK1, BK2 Portable tank and bulk container special provisions (ADR) : TP33 Tank code (ADR) : SGAV Vehicle for tank carriage : AT Transport category (ADR) : 3 Special provisions for carriage - Packages (ADR) : V13 Special provisions for carriage - Bulk (ADR) : VC1, VC2 Hazard identification number (Kemler No.) : 40 Orange plates : Tunnel restriction code (ADR) : E EAC code : 1Z |
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| - Transport by sea | |
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Special provision (IMDG) : 967 Limited quantities (IMDG) : 5 kg Excepted quantities (IMDG) : E1 Packing instructions (IMDG) : P002, LP02 Packing provisions (IMDG) : PP12 IBC packing instructions (IMDG) : IBC08 IBC special provisions (IMDG) : B3 Tank instructions (IMDG) : T1, BK2, BK3 Tank special provisions (IMDG) : TP33 EmS-No. (Fire) : F-A EmS-No. (Spillage) : S-G Stowage category (IMDG) : A Stowage and handling (IMDG) : SW23 MFAG-No : 133 |
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| - Air transport | |
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PCA Excepted quantities (IATA) : E1 PCA Limited quantities (IATA) : Y443 PCA limited quantity max net quantity (IATA) : 10kg PCA packing instructions (IATA) : 446 PCA max net quantity (IATA) : 25kg CAO packing instructions (IATA) : 449 CAO max net quantity (IATA) : 100kg ERG code (IATA) : 3L |
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| - Inland waterway transport | |
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Classification code (ADN) : F1 Limited quantities (ADN) : 5 kg Excepted quantities (ADN) : E1 Equipment required (ADN) : PP Number of blue cones/lights (ADN) : 0 |
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| - Rail transport | |
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Classification code (RID) : F1 Limited quantities (RID) : 5kg Excepted quantities (RID) : E1 Packing instructions (RID) : P002, IBC08, LP02, R001 Special packing provisions (RID) : PP12, B3 Mixed packing provisions (RID) : MP10 Portable tank and bulk container instructions (RID) : T1, BK1, BK2 Portable tank and bulk container special provisions (RID) : TP33 Tank codes for RID tanks (RID) : SGAV Transport category (RID) : 3 Special provisions for carriage – Packages (RID) : W1, W13 Special provisions for carriage – Bulk (RID) : VC1, VC2 Colis express (express parcels) (RID) : CE11 Hazard identification number (RID) : 40 |
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14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code |
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SECTION 15: Regulatory information |
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15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture |
| 15.1.1 EU-Regulations : |
| No REACH Annex XVII restrictions PARAFORMALDEHYDE Extra Pure is not on the REACH Candidate List PARAFORMALDEHYDE Extra Pure is not on the REACH Annex XIV List |
| 15.1.2. National regulations |
| Germany |
| AwSV/VwVwS Annex reference : Water hazard class (WGK) 2, hazardous to water (Classification according to VwVwS, Annex 2; WGK No 1422) 12th Ordinance Implementing the Federal Immission Control Act - 12.BImSchV : Is not subject of the 12. BlmSchV (Hazardous Incident Ordinance) |
| Denmark |
| Class for fire hazard : Class III-1 Store unit : 50 liter Classification remarks : Flammable according to the Danish Ministry of Justice; Emergency management guidelines for the storage of flammable liquids must be followed Recommendations Danish Regulation : Young people below the age of 18 years are not allowed to use the product Pregnant/breastfeeding women working with the product must not be in direct contact with the product The requirements from the Danish Working Environment Authorities regarding work with carcinogens must be followed during use and disposal |
15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment |
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SECTION 16: Other Information |
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