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山東兖州天成化工有限公司 Shandong Yanzhou Tiancheng Chemical Co., Ltd. Shandong Yanzhou Tiancheng Chemical Co., Ltd. No.66 West of Beizhan Road, Yanzhou Shandong, 272117 P.R. China Tel:: +86-537-792-7788 Fax: +86-537-341-4528 Mobile/Whatsapp: +86 15230171102 Email: [email protected] Web: www.yztchg.com CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS Product Name Cationic reagent PTAC 1881 Lot No. 20150106 Production Date 15.01.06 Analysis Date 15.01.06 Executive standard: Q/0882YTC008-2012 Items Specification Analyzed Results Appearance Transparent liquid Transparent liquid Content 65.00 % 65.40% ECH 5 ppm Not detected 1,3-Dichloro-2-propanol 10 ppm 1.9 ppm Results Qualified products Analyst: Jin Xin Auditor:Zhang Yinguang

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山東兖州天成化工有限公司Shandong Yanzhou Tiancheng Chemical Co., Ltd.

Shandong Yanzhou Tiancheng Chemical Co., Ltd.

No.66 West of Beizhan Road, Yanzhou

Shandong, 272117 P.R. China

Tel:: +86-537-792-7788

Fax: +86-537-341-4528

Mobile/Whatsapp: +86 15230171102

Email: [email protected]

Web: www.yztchg.com

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS

Product NameCationic reagent

PTAC 1881Lot No. 20150106

Production Date 15.01.06 Analysis Date 15.01.06

Executive standard: Q/0882YTC008-2012

Items Specification Analyzed Results

Appearance Transparent liquid Transparent liquid

Content ≥65.00 % 65.40%

ECH <5 ppm Not detected

1,3-Dichloro-2-propanol <10 ppm 1.9 ppm

ResultsQualified products

Analyst: Jin Xin Auditor:Zhang Yinguang

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山東兖州天成化工有限公司Shandong Yanzhou Tiancheng Chemical Co., Ltd.

Shandong Yanzhou Tiancheng Chemical Co., Ltd.

No.66 West of Beizhan Road, Yanzhou

Shandong, 272117 P.R. China

Tel: +86 537 7927788

Fax: +86-537-341-4528

Mobile/Whatsapp: +86 15230171102

Email: [email protected]

Web: www.yztchg.com

PTAC 1881 Technical Data Sheet

Chemical name 3-Chloro-2-Hydroxypropyl Trimethyl Ammonium Chloride

Alias CHPTAC, PTAC, Quat 188, PTAC 1881, CTA 1881

Formula C6H15NOCl2

Mol. Wt. 188.1 CAS No. 3327-22-8

Structure

3-Chloro-2-Hydroxypropyl Trimethyl Ammonium Chloride ≥65%Moisture content ≤35%Relative Density 1.16 g/cm

2 (20℃) Appearance Colorless and clear liquid

Autoignition Temperature Non Hypergolic pH (10% aqueoussolution)

5.0-7.0

Crystallization Point -14 ℃ Viscosity 13-20 mpa.s (25℃)Solubility in Water Very soluble Stability Stable

Prohibited contentStrong oxidant, strongbase, strong acid Packing

200L plastic barrel or IBC tonbarrel

Test equipment Gas chromatograph Test temperatureColumn temperature: 120℃Sample injector: 200℃

Application

1.Paper Chemicals

Cationic reagent is an important additive in paper industry, widely used in starch, cellulose,

chitosan and other chemical modification. The cationic starch modified by cationic reagent can be

used as paper surface sizing, retention and drainage aids, enhancers etc., is a kind of largely

consumed papermaking additive.

2.Textile Industry

(3 - chloro-2-hydroxypropyl) trimethyl ammonium chloride modified cotton fibers, improves its

adhesion to the dye; the cationic starch can be used as warp sizing agent after reaction of starch.

Sales & Marketing Department:Add: No. 66 west of Beizhan Rd, Yanzhou, ChinaPhone:+86-537-7927788 Fax:+86-537-3414528Email: [email protected] Web: www.yztchg.com

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山東兖州天成化工有限公司Shandong Yanzhou Tiancheng Chemical Co., Ltd.

Shandong Yanzhou Tiancheng Chemical Co., Ltd.

No.66 West of Beizhan Road, Yanzhou

Shandong, 272117 P.R. China

Tel: +86 537 7927788

Fax: +86-537-341-4528

Mobile/Whatsapp: +86 15230171102

Email: [email protected]

Web: www.yztchg.com

Introduction of Cationic Reagent (PTAC 1881)

I. Production StatusTiancheng uses DCS automated control system and continuous automated production equipment. The productioncapacity of PTAC is 30,000 tons/year with good quality, high stability.We established a complete quality control system. We detect products with advanced equipments such as USAgilent 7890A Gas Chromatograph, Japan Shimadzu LC-10AT Liquid Chromatograph, and Switzerland MetrohmAutomatic Potentiometric Titrator to ensure the advancement and reliability of production process and producttesting.

II. Properties of ProductsLiquid Cationic Reagent is a kind of multi-application fine chemical products. The main chemical composition is3-Chloro-2- hydroxypropyltrimethyl ammonium chloride. Molecular Formula is C6H15Cl2NO. Molecular weightis 188.10. Structural formula is as following:

1). Product Properties Indicators:

2). Product FeaturesCompared with most domestic products, our PTAC 1881 is more stable in quality, higher in purity, and higherin degree of reaction. In addition, the effective solid content is higher and the degree of frozen crystallinity islower. Our PTAC 1881 is applicable to use for all seasons.Compared with the solid reagent, this product is used without preparation or easy to prepare and there is nowater absorption phenomenon. The effective ingredients won’t change during storage and transportation.

3). ApplicationReagent can immediately convert to epoxy structure under alkaline conditions and can achieve productscationization reacted with base material, like starch and guar gum. The polymeride possesses cationicproperties after introduction of reagent perssad. The features are following.① Increase the adhesive strength;② Increase affinity for anionic substances;③ Increase the solubility of water-insoluble substances.

Items Specification

Appearance transparent liquid

Content ≥65.00 %

pH 5-7(10% solution)

Freezing CrystallizationPoint

≤ -10℃

1,3- Dichloro-Propanol ≤ 10PPM

ECH ≤5 PPM

SolubilitySoluble in water, soluble in lower alcohol, not soluble inhydrocarbons, ether and other weak polar solvent.

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山東兖州天成化工有限公司Shandong Yanzhou Tiancheng Chemical Co., Ltd.

Material Safety Data Sheet

Section 1:Chemical Product and Company Identification

Product Name 3-Chloro-2-Hydroxypropyltrimethyl Ammonium Chloride

Alias CHPTAC, PTAC, Quat 188, PTAC 1881, CTA 1881

CAS No. 3327-22-8 HS code 2923900090

Company Yanzhou Tiancheng Chemical Co., Ltd.

Address 66 West of Beizhan Rd, Yanzhou, China Zip code 272117

Telephone 0537-7927788 Fax 0537-3414528

Mail [email protected]

Section 2: Composition/Information on IngredientFormula C6H15NO CL2

Section 3: Hazards IdentificationRisk Category Non hazardous chemicalHealth effect Irritable to eyes, skin and respiratory tracts.Environmental hazards: No harmSection 4:First Aid MeasuresSkin exposure: Use soap to help assure removal.Eye contact: Wash with copious quantities of water.Inhalation: Wash with copious quantities of water and seek medical attention.Section 5: Fire Fighting MeasuresExtinguishing Alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide etc.

Fire fighting proceduresFire fighters must wear self-contained breathing apparatus, full protective clothingwhen extinguishes fire. Keep the containers cool and prevent rupture with water atthe scene.

Conditions to avoid Keep away from fire, strong oxidant, strong acid, strong base etcHazardous Combustion Products Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxideSection 6: Accidental Release MeasuresIf the product is not contaminated, put it in a clean container. If the product is contaminated, put it in a container and makeappropriate disposal. Once accidental spills refer to section 8, personal protective apparatus, and general health habits.Section 7: Handling and StorageGeneral Store in shady and dry places, 5-35°C. Tightly close the opening of containers if not used.

AttentionPay attention to moisture. Avoid storing products in incompatible materials nearby. Refer to section 10.Away from fire and heat.

Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal ProtectionEngineering controls Pay attention to ventilation, airtight operation.General Health Habit Avoid its contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Eat and drink after thoroughly clean.Personal Protective Apparatus Wear waterproof gloves and proper protective clothing.Maintenance/Protective measures Completely isolate and clean all equipment and pipes before maintenance.Section 9: Physical and Chemical PropertiesProduct Name 3-Chloro-2-Hydroxypropyltrimethyl Ammonium ChlorideItem DescriptionAppearance Colorless liquidActive content / % ≥65.0DCH content % ≤10×10-4

ECH content / % ≤5×10-4

pH value(10% water solution) 5.0-7.0Section 10: Stability and ReactivityDecomposition product NoHazardous Polymerization No Hazardous Polymerization under specified operation and storage.Stability Stable under specified operation and storage.Section 11: Toxicological InformationCarcinogenicity National Toxicology Program does not classify it as carcinogen, Occupational Safety and Health

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Administration does not require it as a carcinogen, IARC does not assess it as carcinogen.Effect on human It will not cause skin irritation or skin sensitization after the human patch test.

Effect on animals

Acute toxicity Rat oral LD50: > 5g/k gStimulus NoSub acute NoChronic toxicity NoSensitization NoTeratogenicity No

Section 12: Ecological InformationEcotoxicity NoEnrichment NoSection 13: Waste Disposal Measures

Waste disposal

Recommend to stack in solid or hazardous waste device. Avoid dust hazards during disposal andtransportation. Load them into container before handling, exposure and protective measures tobe taken when exposed. To ensure there is no quantitative restrictions to process bulk or semi-bulk waste. Comply with federal and local laws.

Section 14: Packing and TransformationNot restrict to DOT rules

PackingThis product is packed by polyethylene plastic barrel or polyethylene plastic square box barrelwith net weight 250kg / barrel or 1000 kg / barrel respectively.

Transportation Avoid frozen and sunlight during transportation

Storage

Avoid storage at high temperature or below freezing. The optimum storage temperature is 5-35 ℃ . Compliance with the above conditions, the product is valid for six months since theproduction date. If it exceeds the storage period, recheck by indicator; if the test results meet thestandards, it can still be used.

Section 15: Regulatory InformationChemical list TSCA is inclusive of the product ingredientsSARA Title Ш—302/304: No harm to health

SARA Title Ш—311&312: No harm to body

SARA Title Ш—313: Not contain any chemical composition of SARA Title Ш—313 provision

CERCLA:Not contain any hazardous chemical composition under the regulation of ComprehensiveEnvironmental Response, Compensation and Liability.

RCRA:Not classified as hazardous chemical by 40CFR261.33; No hazardous properties listedby 40CFR261,Subpart C

Section 16: Other InformationHMIS probilityHealth 0 Min riskFlammability 1 ECLHReactivity 0 Min risk

Shandong Yanzhou Tiancheng Chemical Co., Ltd.

No.66 West of Beizhan Road, Yanzhou

Shandong, 272117 P.R. China

Tel: +86 537 7927788

Fax: +86-537-341-4528

Mobile/Whatsapp: +86 15230171102

Email: [email protected]

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山東兖州天成化工有限公司Shandong Yanzhou Tiancheng Chemical Co., Ltd.

Liquid Cationic Reagent(PTAC 1881)

(3-Chloro-2-hydroxypropyltrimethyl) ammonium chloride

Instructions

Shandong Yanzhou Tiancheng Chemical Co., Ltd.

No.66 West of Beizhan Road, Yanzhou Shandong, 272117 P.R. China

Paper chemicals dept.: +86-537-792-7788

Rubber &Plastic chemicals dept.: +86-537-792-7888

Fax: +86-537-341-4528

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Cl CH2 CH2 N CH3CH

OH CH3

CH3

Cl+

Liquid Cationic Reagent

(PTAC 1881)

(3-Chloro-2-hydroxypropyltrimethyl) ammonium chloride

Ⅰ . Product Introduction:(3-Chloro-2-hydroxypropyltrimethyl) ammonium chloride is a kind of cationic reagent, belongs to quaternary

ammonium salt, which is an important organic synthesis intermediates too. Molecular formula is C6H15NOCL2

and weight is 188.1. Structural formula is the following:

Under the normal temperature, this product is 65% aqueous solution and immediately transforms into epoxy

structure in alkaline conditions. So it is widely used for cationic modification of starch, guar gum, cellulose and

other material.

Ⅱ . Product Performance indicators:

(1) Appearance: colorless and transparent liquid

(2) Active content: ≥65%

(3) 1, 3 - dichloro-propanol: ≤10PPM

(4) Epichlorohydrin: ≤5PPM(5) PH value: 5-7(10% Solution)

(6) Solubility: soluble in water and 2-propanol

Ⅲ . Product Features

Liquid Cationic Reagent has the following advantages.

(1) Product appearance is colorless and transparent liquid, low impurity content, less than 20 ppm

(2) Product quality is stable for using advanced continuous production technology.

(3) Reaction of products is high, up to 90% above.

Ⅳ . Scope of Application

Liquid of Cationic Reagent can be widely used in the following areas.

(1) Papermaking Industry

As an important auxiliary agent, PTAC is widely applied to starch, cellulose, and chitosan chemical

modification. The cationic starch, which is modified from raw starch, can be used as the paper's additives for

surface sizing agent, retention and filtration aid, enhancer and so on.

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Shandong Yanzhou Tiancheng Chemical Co., Ltd.

No.66 West of Beizhan Road, Yanzhou

Shandong, 272117 P.R. China

Tel: +86 537 7927788

Fax: +86-537-341-4528

Mobile/Whatsapp: +86 15230171102

Email: [email protected]

Web: www.yztchg.com

(2) Textile Industry

The cotton fiber, which is modified by PTAC, can enhance the dye’s bonding. And cationic starch can be

used as warp sizing agent.

(3) Water Treatment Industry

The electronegative suspended solids of water react with PTAC to get cationic polymer. As flocculant, it can

be widely used in the purification of water

(4) Daily Chemical Industry

The cationic guar gum and other chemicals, which are formed by PTAC modification, are all important daily

chemicals.

Ⅴ. . Note

(1) If there is crystal before use (in winter), pls heat and stir to dissolve.

(2) If eyes contact, wash with water for 15 minutes and go to hospital.

(3) Storage conditions: sealed storage in a cool, ventilated and dry place.

Ⅵ. . Packaging specifications

250 kg drum

1100kg IBC

22MT flexitank

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山東兖州天成化工有限公司Shandong Yanzhou Tiancheng Chemical Co., Ltd.

The Enterprise Criterion ofYanzhou Tiancheng Chemical Co., Ltd.

Q/0882YTC008-2012

Liquid Cationic Reagent

Published on March 24th, 2012 Carried out on April 24th, 2012

Published by Yanzhou Tiancheng Chemical Co., Ltd.

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Q/0882YTC008-2012

Preface

This standard published firstly on April, 2012

Since the release of this standard is valid for three year from the date of maturity, re-examination.

This standard was issued by Yanzhou Tiancheng Chemical Co., Ltd.

This standard was drafted by Yanzhou Tiancheng Chemical Co., Ltd.

The main drafters: Zhu Niande, Wang Guidong, Zhang Yinguang.

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Liquid Cationic Reagent

1. Main ScopeThis standard specifies the liquid cationic reagent requirements, experimental methods, examining rules,

package, symbol, carriage and storage.

This standard applies to liquid cationic reagent obtained from ECH, hydrochloric acid, TMA solution. The

products are widely used in the paper industry, textile industry, water treatment industry and daily chemical

industry and other industries.

Structure:

2. Referenced documentThe referenced terms of the following documents are also provisions of this standard. Its subsequent

amendments (excluding corrigenda) or revised versions do not apply to this standard, but encourage the parties

to reach an agreement in accordance with the standard to use the latest version of these documents.

GB/T191-2000 Signs for packaging and transportation

GB/T601-2002 Chemical reagents, preparation of standard titration solution

GB/T603-2002 Chemical reagents, testing methods and preparations

GB/T6678-2003 The general rules of sampling.

GB/T6680-2003 The general rule of liquid sampling.

3. Technical RequirementTechnical Index of liquid Cationic Reagent shown in Table 1:

Liquid Cationic Reagent technical requirements:

4. Experimental methods4.1 Appearance

Fetch 200 ml sample to a colorless glass beaker, and visual measurement. Liquid cationic reagent is colorless

and clear.

4.2 Active matter content

4.2.1 Instruments

One Over Ten-thousand Analytical Balance:

Acid-base burette, 25ml;

Lodine flask, 250ml.

4.2.2 Reagents

Sodium hydroxide standard solution: c(NaOH=0.5 mol / L),refer GB/T601 Chemical Reagent, preparation

of standard titrationliquor to make up.

Hydrochloric acid standard solution: c(HCl)=0.1 mol / L, refer GB/T603 Chemical Reagent, Test

methods used in the preparation of formulations and preparations to make up.

Items Technical index

Appearance Colorless and clear liquid

Active matter content/% ≥65.0

1,3dichlorhydrin content/% ≤10×10-4

ECH content/% ≤5×10-4

PH value 5-7

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Phenolphthalein indicator:10 g / L, refer GB/T603 Chemical Reagent, Test methods used in the

preparation of formulations and preparations to make up.

4.2.3 Operation steps

1)Blank titration

Weigh 2.6-3.4g cationic reagent sample precisely (exact to 0.0002g). Put it into an arid iodine flask,

add 60 ml distilled water and three drops phenolphthalein indicator to it, and use 0.1 mol / L sodium

hydroxide standard solution to titrate to reddish color.

2)Active content titration

Weigh 1.0-1.1g cationic reagent sample precisely (exact to 0.0002g). Put it into an arid iodine flask,

use pipette to fetch 10 ml 0.5 mol / L sodium hydroxide standard solution into an iodine flask, add

10 ml distilled water and three drops phenolphthalein indicator to it, seal it off, Shake it evenly

enough, use 0.1 mol / L hydrochloric acid standard solution to titrate sample, continue dripping until

the red color vanishes.

4.2.4 Calculation

Active substance content samples, according to formula (1)、(2):1 1 2 2( ) 0.1881

100%c V c V A

Xm

• •− − ×= × (1)

3 3C VA =

W

×(2)

In the formula:

X——test samples of active substance content;

c1——Concentration of sodium hydroxide standard solution mol / L;

V1——Volume of the sodium hydroxide standard solution consumed by test sample, ml;

c2——Concentration of hydrochloric acid standard solution, mol/L;

V2——Volume of hydrochloric acid standard solution consumed by test sample, ml;

m——Quality of test sample, g;

C3——Concentration of sodium hydroxide standard solution mol / L;

V3——Consumed Volume of sodium hydroxide standard solution,ml;

0.1881—mass of the reagent in 1 ml hydrochloric acid standard titration liquid [c(HCl)=1.000 mol /

L], g.

4.3 Measurement of ECH content and 1,3-dichloropropanol content

4.3.1 Reagent

ECH, HPLC grade;

1, 3 - dichloro propyl alcohol, HPLC grade.

4.3.2 Instruments

GC: Rui Hong SP-6800A or other similar instruments.

Detector: FID split/splitless

Capillary column: SE-30 0.35 mm x 30 m x 0.1 µm

4.3.3 Operation

1)Confection of standard solution

Use 5 μL micro-injector to fetch 1 μL、2 μL、3 μL、4 μL ECH and injected into 50 ml colorimetric

cylinder separately, and use the same way to injected into the above 50 ml colorimetric cylinder

separately. Thin up to scale, fully shake, and reserve.

2)Confection of sample

Weigh cationic reagent about 40g, put it into distillation flask and vacuum distillation to near

dryness slowly, collect the liquid slip out, test.

3)Gas chromatography

Chromatographic column: SE-30 0.35 mm x 30 m x 0.1 µm

Carrier gas: nitrogen 0.06 MPa;

Hydrogen: 0.06 MPa;

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Air: 0.15 MPa;

Column pressure: 0.04 MPa;

Oven temperature: 120 ºC;

Sample injector temperature: 200 ºC;

Detector temperature: 200 ºC;

Sample injection volume: 1µl.

4.3.4 Calculation

1)Draw standard curve

Calculate the standard sample solution as ECH, 1, 3-dichloro-propanol the corresponding peak

area average value, use content as the abscissa, the corresponding peak area as the ordinate. Draw

the standard curve of ECH, 1,3-dichloropropanol separately.

Or application of the calculation method, use content as the abscissa, the corresponding peak area

as the ordinate, calculated the standard curvilinear equation of ECH, 1, 3-dichloropropanol

separately.

1 1

n n

i i

i i

y b xa y bx

n= =

−= = −

∑ ∑(3)

1

2

1

( )( )

( )

n

i i

in

i

i

x x y yb

x x

=

=

− −=

∑(4)

Correlation coefficient r:

2

12

1

( )

( )

n

i

ib n

i

i

y yr

x x

=

=

−=

∑(5)

From (3)、(4)、(5)get the standard curvilinear equation:Standard curve of ECH 500 141y x= − + (6)

Standard curve of1, 3-dichloropropanol 1999 141y x= + (7)

2)Cubature

Sample mapping processing method with standard solution map processing method. From the

sample get ECH, 1,3-dichloro-propanol the corresponding peak area average value, brought into

equation (6)、(7)separately and calculated, from the sample get the content of

ECH,1,3-dichloro-propanol.

4.3.5 Standard gas chromatogram

4.4 Determine pH value

4.4.1 Definition

It also called hydrogen ion concentration index, which is a scale of hydrogen ion activity from solution.

And it usual sense measurement of the solution pH value.

4.4.2 Principle:

Use PHS-25 type acidometer, namely the use of pH combination electrode in solution of different

acidity measured direct current generate by bit, through pre-amplifier transport pH to A/D converter, in

order to achieve the pH value digital display purposes.

4.4.3 Instruments

1)Acidometer, PHS-25 type;

2)Beaker, 250 ml;

3)Wash bottle.

4.4.4 Operating steps:

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Add 90 mL distilled water into 250 mL beaker, weigh 10 g sample to the beaker (exact to 0.0002 g), stir

with a glass rod, until the sample completely dissolved in distilled water. Refer PHS-25 type acidometer

operating instruction manual to operate and mark. Measure twice; take the average of two measurements

as measured result.

4.4.5 Calculation of measurement results:

Direct readings, is the pH value.

4.4.6 Measurement accuracy

The results of two parallel measurements, the relative error should be less than 1%.

5. Marks, Package, Carriage and Storage.5.1 Marks

Products pail pack should be attached with clear and firm label. Marked: product name, product standard mark,

net content, batch number (or date of manufacture), maker, address and so on. Storage and transportation signs

should be consistent with the relevant provisions of GB/T191

5.2 Package

In plastic bucket, 240±0.005 kg net weight per barrel, other options negotiated by both parties.

5.3 Carriage

Product during transport should pay attention to waterproof, freeze-proofing, avoid contact with

open flame, not mix with corrosion, flammable, explosive items; ban discards during loading and unloading.

5.4 Storage

Product should be stored in dry, ventilated, shady and cool storeroom. Keep away from heat and fire, pay

attention to keep warm in winter.

5.5 Shelf life

Accord with above conditions, shelf life of the product is 12 months. It can’t be used after shelf life unless it

is qualified after inspection.

Shandong Yanzhou Tiancheng Chemical Co., Ltd.

No.66 West of Beizhan Road, Yanzhou

Shandong, 272117 P.R. China

Tel: +86 537 7927788

Fax: +86-537-341-4528

Mobile/Whatsapp: +86 15230171102

Email: [email protected]

Web: www.yztchg.com

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