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Description of key information

Skin sensitisation: no skin sensitisation study was performed on Lithium trifluoromethanesulfonate.

Lithium ion is not a skin sensitizer as confirmed by the official European classification (index number 003-001-00-4).

Five skin sensitization studies are available on other trifluoromethanesulfonate salts. These studies were all unequivocally negative.

- Bismuth trifluoromethanesulfonate: simplified, non GLP, guinea pig maximization test (OECD 406): negative for skin sensitization.

- Potassium trifluoromethanesulfonate:simplified, non GLP, guinea pig maximization test (OECD 406): negative for skin sensitization.

- Ytterbium trifluoromethanesulfonate: simplified, non GLP, guinea pig maximization test (OECD 406): negative for skin sensitization.

- Lanthane trifluoromethanesulfonate: simplified, non GLP, local lymph node assay (OECD 429): negative for skin sensitization

- Magnesium trifluoromethansulfonate: simplified, non GLP, local lymph node assay (OECD 429): negative for skin sensitization.

Respiratory sensitisation: no specific study was available.

Key value for chemical safety assessment

Skin sensitisation

Link to relevant study records

Referenceopen allclose all

Endpoint:
skin sensitisation: in vivo (non-LLNA)
Type of information:
experimental study
Adequacy of study:
weight of evidence
Study period:
From 28-February-2000 to 19-August-2002
Reliability:
2 (reliable with restrictions)
Rationale for reliability incl. deficiencies:
guideline study with acceptable restrictions
Remarks:
Well documented study according to OECD TG 406 performed by trusted laboratory. However, since the study was a simplified study and not performed under GLP conditions, the Klimisch score is 2.
Reason / purpose for cross-reference:
read-across: supporting information
Qualifier:
equivalent or similar to guideline
Guideline:
OECD Guideline 406 (Skin Sensitisation)
Deviations:
yes
Remarks:
5 animals in treated groups / 3 animals in control group / Only two intradermal injection during the induction phase
GLP compliance:
no
Type of study:
guinea pig maximisation test
Justification for non-LLNA method:
This study was performed before Reach regulation ((EC) No. 1907/2006).
Specific details on test material used for the study:
STABILITY AND STORAGE CONDITIONS OF TEST MATERIAL
- Storage condition of test material: Ambient temperature, under a dry inert atmosphere
Species:
guinea pig
Strain:
Dunkin-Hartley
Sex:
not specified
Details on test animals and environmental conditions:
TEST ANIMALS
- Source: Harlan Italy S.r.l.
- Age at study initiation: Not specified
- Weight at study initiation: Not specified
- Housing: Not specified
- Diet (e.g. ad libitum): Not specified
- Water (e.g. ad libitum): Not specified
- Acclimation period: Not specified
- Indication of any skin lesions: Not specified

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
- Temperature (°C): Not specified
- Humidity (%): Not specified
- Air changes (per hr): Not specified
- Photoperiod (hrs dark / hrs light): Not specified
Route:
intradermal
Vehicle:
water
Concentration / amount:
0.5%
Route:
intradermal
Vehicle:
other: Freund's Complete Adjuvant
Concentration / amount:
50%
Route:
other: Topical application / Second induction stage
Vehicle:
water
Concentration / amount:
60%
Adequacy of induction:
other: non-irritant substance, but skin pre-treated with SDS
No.:
#1
Route:
other: Topical application
Vehicle:
water
Concentration / amount:
30%
No. of animals per dose:
5 animals in the test group
3 animals in the control group
Positive control substance(s):
no
Reading:
1st reading
Hours after challenge:
24
Group:
test chemical
Dose level:
30%
No. with + reactions:
0
Total no. in group:
5
Clinical observations:
No data
Remarks on result:
no indication of skin sensitisation
Reading:
2nd reading
Hours after challenge:
48
Group:
test chemical
Dose level:
30%
No. with + reactions:
0
Total no. in group:
5
Clinical observations:
No data
Remarks on result:
no indication of skin sensitisation
Reading:
1st reading
Hours after challenge:
24
Group:
negative control
Dose level:
-
No. with + reactions:
0
Total no. in group:
3
Clinical observations:
No data
Remarks on result:
no indication of skin sensitisation
Reading:
2nd reading
Hours after challenge:
48
Group:
negative control
Dose level:
-
No. with + reactions:
0
Total no. in group:
3
Clinical observations:
No data
Remarks on result:
no indication of skin sensitisation

Preliminary screens

This following table details the results of examination of injection sites 6 days after intradermal injection of a range of concentrations of the test item.

 Animal number

Test item concentration 

Erythema  Additional comments 
 281

50%

20%

10%

5%

1%

0.5%

-

-

-

-

-

Necrosis

Necrosis

Necrosis

Necrosis

Necrosis

None

This following table details the results of examination of treated sites following topical application of a range of concentrations of the test item.

    Animal number Observation time     Test item concentration          
 60%  30% 10%  5% 
 285

24 hours

48 hours 

0

0

0

 0

0

 287

24 hours

48 hours 

0

 0

0

 0

0

0

Interpretation of results:
GHS criteria not met
Conclusions:
Under the experimental conditions, the maximisation test in Guinea pig did not show any evidence of reaction at challenge. Therefore, the test item, bismuth triflate, should not be considered as a skin sensitizer.
Executive summary:

In a non-GLP skin sensitisation study performed similarly to the OECD No. 406 (screening test), Dunkin-Hartley guinea pigs were exposed to bismuth triflate diluted in sterile water (vehicle). In a preliminary study the skin irritation potential of the test item was assessed in one animal after an intradermal injection with Freund’s complete adjuvant and on two animals following a topical application in order to determine the concentrations of test item used in the main study.

In the main study performed on 5 animals for the test group and 3 animals for the control group. In the first induction stage intradermal injections of Freund’s complete adjuvant (FCA), or of the test item (50%) with FCA, or of the test item (0.5%) in vehicle were performed on each animal. One week later, the animals were pre-treated with sodium lauryl sulphate (to promote a skin irritation) and then topically exposed to the test item at 60% in sterile water. Two weeks following this second induction stage, animals were challenged by a topical application of the test item (30%) in water. 24 and 48 hrs after the challenge, no skin reaction was observed in any animal of the test group or of the control group. The body weight gain was comparable in the test animals and the control animals.

In conclusion, under the test conditions, the test item, bismuth triflate, should not be considered as a skin sensitizer.

Endpoint:
skin sensitisation: in vivo (LLNA)
Type of information:
experimental study
Adequacy of study:
weight of evidence
Study period:
From 01-September-2004 to 10-January-2007
Reliability:
2 (reliable with restrictions)
Rationale for reliability incl. deficiencies:
guideline study with acceptable restrictions
Remarks:
Well documented study according to OECD TG 429 and EU Method B.42 performed by trusted laboratory. However, since the study was a simplified study and not performed under GLP conditions, the Klimisch score is 2.
Reason / purpose for cross-reference:
read-across: supporting information
Qualifier:
equivalent or similar to guideline
Guideline:
OECD Guideline 429 (Skin Sensitisation: Local Lymph Node Assay)
Deviations:
yes
Remarks:
No positive control and historical of positive control not included in appendix / 3 animals per group
Qualifier:
equivalent or similar to guideline
Guideline:
EU Method B.42 (Skin Sensitisation: Local Lymph Node Assay)
Version / remarks:
29 April 2004
Deviations:
yes
Remarks:
No positive control and historical of positive control not included in appendix / 3 animals per group
GLP compliance:
no
Type of study:
mouse local lymph node assay (LLNA)
Specific details on test material used for the study:
STABILITY AND STORAGE CONDITIONS OF TEST MATERIAL
- Storage condition of test material: At room temperature and protected from humidity
Species:
mouse
Strain:
CBA:J
Sex:
female
Details on test animals and environmental conditions:
TEST ANIMALS
- Source: Janvier, Le Genest-Saint-Isle, France
- Females (if applicable) nulliparous and non-pregnant: yes
- Age at study initiation: 8 to 12 weeks old
- Weight at study initiation: 18 to 25 g within a range of +/-20% of the mean body weight
- Housing: Animals were housed individually in disposable crystal polystyrene cages (22.0 cm x 8.5 cm x 8.0 cm). Each cage contained (except for the 5 hours following the 3H-TdR injections) autoclaved sawdust (SICSA, Alfortville, France). Sawdust was analyzed by the supplier for composition and contaminant levels.
- Diet: ad libitum
- Water: ad libitum
- Acclimation period: at least 5 days before the beginning of the study

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
- Temperature (°C): 22+/-2°C
- Humidity (%): 30 to 70%
- Air changes (per hr): approximately 12 cycles/hour of filtered, non-recycled air
- Photoperiod (hrs dark / hrs light): 12h/12h
- IN-LIFE DATES:
- Experimental starting date (prreliminary test): 23 May 2006
- First day of treatment (main test): 07 June 2006
- Experimental completion date: 12 June 2006
Vehicle:
dimethylformamide
Concentration:
Main test: 0, 10, 25 and 50%
No. of animals per dose:
Main test: 3 females per group (3 treated groups and 1 negative control group)
Key result
Parameter:
SI
Value:
0
Variability:
0.00
Test group / Remarks:
Negative control group (Dimethylformamide)
Key result
Parameter:
SI
Value:
1.83
Variability:
-1.30
Test group / Remarks:
ACILYS TA-La 10%
Remarks on result:
other: Slightly irritant
Key result
Parameter:
SI
Value:
1.5
Variability:
10.53
Test group / Remarks:
ACILYS TA-La 25%
Remarks on result:
other: Slightly irritant
Key result
Parameter:
SI
Value:
1.43
Variability:
1.37
Test group / Remarks:
ACILYS TA-La 50%
Remarks on result:
other: Slightly irritant
Cellular proliferation data / Observations:
SYSTEMIC CLINICAL SIGNS AND MORTALITY
No mortality and no clinical signs were observed during the study.

LOCAL IRRITATION
A dryness of the skin of the ears was noted on day 6 in all females treated at the concentration of 25 and 50%.
An increase in ear thickness (+23%) was noted in only 1/3 females treated with the test item at the concentration of 25%. In comparison with the other values, this probably corresponds to an individual variation which it is difficult to interpret precisely.
No noteworthy increase in ear thickness was observed in the animals of the other treated groups.

PROLIFERATION ASSAY
No noteworthy lymphoproliferation and no dose-response relationship were noted at the tested concentrations.

Preliminary test

Following the solubility assay (Acetone/olive oil (4/1, v/v): emultion at 10% concentration; Dimethylformamide: solution at 50% maximal contration tested), dimethylformamide was chosen as vehicle and the concentrations selected for the preliminary test were 5, 10, 25 and 50%. Since the test item was non-irritant, the highest concentration retained for the main test was the maximal practicable concentration (50%).

Study results

 Treatment

and

concentrations   

Cell count    

Viability

(%)    

 Amount

of cells

(x 106 cells)   

Cellularity

index    

   Number

of nodes

per group 

 dpm

per group   

  dpm

per node  

 Stimulation

index (SI)   

 Increase in

ear thickness

(% between dat 1 and day 6)   

  Irritation

level  

 viable  dead

DMF

85   5  94.44 4.25    613.45  102.24   0.00   

 ACITYL TA-La

10%

 123 14   89.78 6.15  1.45  6  1121.84 186.97  1.83   -1.30      II  

ACITYL TA-La

25% 

215   39  84.65 10.75  2.53  6  922.43 153.74  1.50 10.53 

ACITYL TA-La

50% 

150   31 82.87  7.50 1.76  6 876.61  146.10  1.43  1.37 

DMF: dimethylformamide

dpm: desintegration per minute

viability = [viable cells / (viable cells + dead cells)] x 100

cellularity index = amount of cells (x106 cells) in treated group / amount of cells (x106cells) in the control group

stimulation index = dpm of treated group / dpm of control group

Ear thickness measurements (mm)

Groups    Animals   Days                   
 1  2  d1  d2  6 d3 

DMF

0              

61 0.25 

0.25 

0.00  0.25  0.00  0.26  0.01 
62  0.25  0.25  0.00  0.25  0.00  0.24  -0.01 
63  0.25  0.25  0.00  0.25  0.00  0.25  0.00 
               
 M 0.25  0.25  0.00  0.25  0.00  0.25  0.00 
SD  0.00 0.00  0.00  0.00  0.00  0.01  0.00 
 % (*)     0.00    0.00     0.00

ACILYS TA-La

10%                   

64  0.26 0.25  -0.01  0.26  0.00  0.24  -0.02 
65  0.25  0.25  0.00  0.26  0.01  0.27  0.02 
66  0.26  0.25  -0.01  0.26  0.00  0.25  -0.01 
               
0.26  0.25  -0.01  0.26  0.00  0.25  0.00 
SD   0.01 0.00  0.01  0.00  0.01  0.02  0.02 
% (*)      -2.60    1.30    -1.30 

ACILYS TA-La

25%                   

67  0.26  0.26  0.00  0.26  0.00  0.32  0.06 
68  0.25  0.25  0.00  0.25  0.00  0.26  0.01 
69  0.25  0.25  0.00  0.25  0.00  0.26  0.01 
               
0.25  0.25  0.00  0.25  0.00  0.28  0.03 
SD  0.01  0.01  0.00  0.01  0.00  0.03  0.03 
% (*)      0.00    0.00    10.53 

ACILYS TA-La

50%                   

70  0.25  0.25  0.00  0.26  0.01  0.25  0.00 
71  0.24  0.24  0.00  0.26  0.02  0.24  0.00 
72 0.24  0.24  0.00  0.25  0.01  0.25  0.01 
               
0.24  0.24  0.00 0.26  0.01  0.25  0.00 
SD  0.01  0.01  0.00  0.01  0.01  0.01  0.01 
% (*)       0.00   5.48    1.37 

M: mean

SD: standard deviation

(*): percentage of ear thickness increase compared to day 1

d1: difference of ear thickness between day 2 and day 1

d2: difference of ear thickness between day 3 and day 1

d3: difference of ear thickness between day 6 and day 1

DMF: dimethylformamide

Interpretation of results:
GHS criteria not met
Conclusions:
Under the experimental conditions and according to the LLNA method, the test item ACILYS TA-La (trifluoromethanesulfonate de lanthane) should not be considered as a skin sensitizer.
Executive summary:

The potential of the test item ACILYS TA-La (trifluoromethanesulfonate de lanthane) to induce delayed contact hypersensitivity was determined using the murine Local Lymph Node Assay (LLNA), according to a protocol similar to OECD Guideline 429 and EU Method B.42. The highest practicable concentration based on the regulatory requirements of the OECD guideline and the physical characteristics of the test item was 50% (v/v).

In the main assay, twenty female CBA/J mice were allocated to four groups of three animals each:

-               three groups received test sample (formulated in dimethylformamide) at 50, 25 and 10 % (v/v) concentrations,

-               the negative control group received the vehicle (dimethylformamide). 

The test item solutions were applied on the dorsal surface of ears of experimental animals (25 µL/ear) for three consecutive days (Days 1, 2 and 3). There was no treatment on Days 4, 5 and 6. The cell proliferation in the local lymph nodes was measured by incorporation of tritiated methyl thymidine (3HTdR) and the values obtained were usedtocalculate stimulation indices (SI).

No mortality or signs of systemic toxicity were observed during the study. A dryness of the skin of the ears was noted on day 6 in all females treated at the concentration of 25 and 50%. No noteworthy increase in ear thickness was observed in the animals of the other treated groups. No treatment related effects were observed on the body weight changes of the experimental animals.

The stimulation index values were 1.43, 1.50 and 1.83 at concentrations of 50, 25 and 10 % (v/v), respectively.

In conclusion, under the experimental conditions and according to the LLNA method, the test item ACILTYS TA-La (trifluoromethanesulfonate de Lanthane) should not be considered as a skin sensitizer.

Endpoint:
skin sensitisation: in vivo (LLNA)
Type of information:
experimental study
Adequacy of study:
weight of evidence
Study period:
From 01-September-2004 to 07-February-2007
Reliability:
2 (reliable with restrictions)
Rationale for reliability incl. deficiencies:
guideline study with acceptable restrictions
Remarks:
Well documented study according to OECD TG 429 and EU Method B.42 performed by trusted laboratory. However, since the study was a simplified study and not performed under GLP conditions, the Klimisch score is 2.
Reason / purpose for cross-reference:
read-across: supporting information
Qualifier:
equivalent or similar to guideline
Guideline:
OECD Guideline 429 (Skin Sensitisation: Local Lymph Node Assay)
Deviations:
yes
Remarks:
No positive control and historical of positive control not included in appendix / 3 animals per group
Qualifier:
equivalent or similar to guideline
Guideline:
EU Method B.42 (Skin Sensitisation: Local Lymph Node Assay)
Version / remarks:
29 April 2004
Deviations:
yes
Remarks:
No positive control and historical of positive control not included in appendix / 3 animals per group
GLP compliance:
no
Type of study:
mouse local lymph node assay (LLNA)
Specific details on test material used for the study:
STABILITY AND STORAGE CONDITIONS OF TEST MATERIAL
- Storage condition of test material: At room temperature and protected from humidity
Species:
mouse
Strain:
CBA:J
Sex:
female
Details on test animals and environmental conditions:
TEST ANIMALS
- Source: Janvier, Le Genest-Saint-Isle, France
- Females (if applicable) nulliparous and non-pregnant: yes
- Age at study initiation: 8 to 12 weeks old
- Weight at study initiation: 18 to 25 g within a range of +/-20% of the mean body weight
- Housing: Animals were housed individually in disposable crystal polystyrene cages (22.0 cm x 8.5 cm x 8.0 cm). Each cage contained (except for the 5 hours following the 3H-TdR injections) autoclaved sawdust (SICSA, Alfortville, France). Sawdust was analyzed by the supplier for composition and contaminant levels.
- Diet: ad libitum
- Water: ad libitum
- Acclimation period: at least 5 days before the beginning of the study

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
- Temperature (°C): 22+/-2°C
- Humidity (%): 30 to 70%
- Air changes (per hr): approximately 12 cycles/hour of filtered, non-recycled air
- Photoperiod (hrs dark / hrs light): 12h/12h
- IN-LIFE DATES:
- Experimental starting date: 15 June 2006
- Experimental completion date: 20 June 2006
Vehicle:
dimethylformamide
Concentration:
Main test: 0, 10, 25 and 50%
No. of animals per dose:
Main test: 3 females per group (3 treated groups and 1 negative control group)
Key result
Parameter:
SI
Value:
0
Variability:
-2.82
Test group / Remarks:
Negative control group (Dimethylformamide)
Key result
Parameter:
SI
Value:
2
Variability:
-1.33
Test group / Remarks:
ACILYS TA-Mg 10%
Remarks on result:
other: Non-irritant
Key result
Parameter:
SI
Value:
1.27
Variability:
1.37
Test group / Remarks:
ACILYS TA-Mg 25%
Remarks on result:
other: Non-irritant
Key result
Parameter:
SI
Value:
0.98
Variability:
0.00
Test group / Remarks:
ACILYS TA-Mg 50%
Remarks on result:
other: Non-irritant
Cellular proliferation data / Observations:
SYSTEMIC CLINICAL SIGNS AND MORTALITY
No mortality and no clinical signs were observed during the study.

LOCAL IRRITATION
No cutaneous reactions and no noteworthy increase in ear thickness were observed in the animals of the other treated groups.

PROLIFERATION ASSAY
No significant lymphoproliferation was noted at any tested concentrations.

Preliminary test

Following the solubility assay (Acetone/olive oil (4/1, v/v): emultion at 10% concentration; Dimethylformamide: solution at 50% maximal contration tested), dimethylformamide was chosen as vehicle and the concentrations selected for the preliminary test were 25 and 50%. Since the test item was non-irritant, the highest concentration retained for the main test was the maximal practicable concentration (50%).

Study results

 Treatment

and

concentrations   

Cell count    

Viability

(%)    

 Amount

of cells

(x 106 cells)   

Cellularity

index    

   Number

of nodes

per group 

 dpm

per group   

  dpm

per node  

 Stimulation

index (SI)   

 Increase in

ear thickness

(% between dat 1 and day 6)   

  Irritation

level  

 viable  dead

DMF

44  2  95.65 2.20    231.66  38.61   -2.82   

 ACITYL TA-Mg

10%

86 15   85.15 4.30  1.95  6  463.76 77.29  2.00   -1.33      I  

ACITYL TA-Mg

25% 

68  6  91.89 3.40  1.55  6  293.83 48.97  1.27 1.37 

ACITYL TA-Mg

50% 

37  1 97.37  1.85 0.84  6 226.90  37.82  0.98  0.00

DMF: dimethylformamide

dpm: desintegration per minute

viability = [viable cells / (viable cells + dead cells)] x 100

cellularity index = amount of cells (x106 cells) in treated group / amount of cells (x106cells) in the control group

stimulation index = dpm of treated group / dpm of control group

Ear thickness measurements (mm)

Groups    Animals   Days                   
 1  2  d1  d2  6 d3 

DMF             

61 0.23 

0.23 

0.01  0.24  0.01  0.22  -0.01 
62  0.24  0.24  0.00  0.25  0.01  0.23  -0.01 
63  0.24  0.25  0.01  0.25  0.01  0.24  0.00 
               
 M 0.24  0.24  0.01  0.25  0.01  0.23  -0.01 
SD  0.01 0.01  0.01  0.01  0.00  0.01  0.01 
 % (*)     2.82    4.23    -2.82

ACILYS TA-Mg

10%                   

64  0.25 0.25  0.00  0.25  0.00  0.25  0.00 
65  0.25  0.25  0.00  0.25  0.00  0.24  -0.01 
66  0.25  0.25  0.00  0.25  0.00  0.25  0.00 
               
0.25  0.25  0.00  0.25  0.00  0.25  0.00 
SD   0.00 0.00  0.00  0.00  0.00  0.01  0.01 
% (*)      0.00    0.00    -1.33 

ACILYS TA-Mg

25%                   

67  0.25  0.25  0.00  0.26  0.01  0.25  0.00 
68  0.25  0.25  0.00  0.25  0.00  0.25  0.00 
69  0.23  0.25  0.02  0.25  0.02  0.24  0.01 
               
0.24  0.25  0.01  0.25  0.01  0.25  0.00 
SD  0.01  0.00  0.01  0.01  0.01  0.01  0.01 
% (*)      2.74    4.11    1.37 

ACILYS TA-Mg

50%                   

70  0.25  0.24  -0.01  0.24  -0.01  0.24  -0.01 
71  0.25  0.25  0.00  0.26  0.01  0.26  0.01 
72 0.25  0.26  0.01  0.26  0.01  0.25  0.00 
               
0.25  0.25  0.00 0.25  0.00  0.25  0.00 
SD  0.00  0.01  0.01  0.01  0.01  0.01  0.01 
% (*)      0.00   1.33    0.00 

M: mean

SD: standard deviation

(*): percentage of ear thickness increase compared to day 1

d1: difference of ear thickness between day 2 and day 1

d2: difference of ear thickness between day 3 and day 1

d3: difference of ear thickness between day 6 and day 1

DMF: dimethylformamide

Interpretation of results:
GHS criteria not met
Conclusions:
Under the experimental conditions and according to the LLNA method, the test item ACILYS TA-Mg (trifluoromethanesulfonate de magnésium) did not induce delayed contact hypersensitivity.
According to the results obtained in this simplified study, without any positive control group, the test item should not be classified as sensitizing to the skin.
Executive summary:

The potential of the test item ACILYS TA-Mg (trifluoromethanesulfonate de Magnésium) to induce delayed contact hypersensitivity was determined using the murine Local Lymph Node Assay (LLNA), according to a protocol similar to OECD Guideline 429 and EU Method B.42. The highest practicable concentration based on the regulatory requirements of the OECD guideline and the physical characteristics of the test item was 50% (v/v).

In the main assay, twenty female CBA/J mice were allocated to four groups of three animals each:

-               three groups received test sample (formulated in dimethylformamide) at 50, 25 and 10 % (v/v) concentrations,

-               the negative control group received the vehicle (dimethylformamide). 

The test item solutions were applied on the dorsal surface of ears of experimental animals (25 µL/ear) for three consecutive days (Days 1, 2 and 3). There was no treatment on Days 4, 5 and 6. The cell proliferation in the local lymph nodes was measured by incorporation of tritiated methyl thymidine (3HTdR) and the values obtained were usedtocalculate stimulation indices (SI).

No mortality or signs of systemic toxicity were observed during the study. No cutaneous reactions and no noteworthy increase in ear thickness were observed in the animals of the other treated groups. No significant lymphoproliferation was noted at any tested concentrations.

The stimulation index values were 0.98, 1.27 and 2.00 at concentrations of 50, 25 and 10 % (v/v), respectively.

In conclusion, under the experimental conditions and according to the LLNA method, the test item ACILYS TA-Mg (trifluoromethanesulfonate de magnésium) did not induce delayed contact hypersensitivity. According to the results obtained in this simplified study, without any positive control group, the test item should not be classified as sensitizing to the skin.

Endpoint:
skin sensitisation: in vivo (non-LLNA)
Type of information:
experimental study
Adequacy of study:
weight of evidence
Study period:
From 26-November-1998 to 27-March-2001
Reliability:
2 (reliable with restrictions)
Rationale for reliability incl. deficiencies:
guideline study with acceptable restrictions
Remarks:
Well documented study according to OECD TG 406 performed by trusted laboratory. However, since the study was a simplified study and not performed under GLP conditions, the Klimisch score is 2.
Reason / purpose for cross-reference:
read-across: supporting information
Qualifier:
equivalent or similar to guideline
Guideline:
OECD Guideline 406 (Skin Sensitisation)
Deviations:
yes
Remarks:
5 animals in treated groups / 3 animals in control group / Only two intradermal injection during the induction phase
GLP compliance:
no
Type of study:
guinea pig maximisation test
Justification for non-LLNA method:
This study was performed before Reach regulation ((EC) No. 1907/2006).
Specific details on test material used for the study:
STABILITY AND STORAGE CONDITIONS OF TEST MATERIAL
- Storage condition of test material: Ambient conditions
Species:
guinea pig
Strain:
Dunkin-Hartley
Sex:
not specified
Details on test animals and environmental conditions:
TEST ANIMALS
- Source: Harlan Nossan S.r.l., Italy
- Age at study initiation: Not specified
- Weight at study initiation: Not specified
- Housing: Not specified
- Diet (e.g. ad libitum): Not specified
- Water (e.g. ad libitum): Not specified
- Acclimation period: Not specified
- Indication of any skin lesions: Not specified

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
- Temperature (°C): Not specified
- Humidity (%): Not specified
- Air changes (per hr): Not specified
- Photoperiod (hrs dark / hrs light): Not specified
Route:
intradermal
Vehicle:
water
Concentration / amount:
5%
Route:
intradermal
Vehicle:
other: Freund's Complete Adjuvant
Concentration / amount:
5%
Route:
other: Topical application / Second induction stage
Vehicle:
water
Concentration / amount:
60%
Adequacy of induction:
other: non-irritant substance, but skin pre-treated with SDS
No.:
#1
Route:
other: Topical application
Vehicle:
water
Concentration / amount:
10%
No. of animals per dose:
5 animals in the test group
3 animals in the control group
Positive control substance(s):
no
Reading:
1st reading
Hours after challenge:
24
Group:
test chemical
Dose level:
10%
No. with + reactions:
0
Total no. in group:
5
Clinical observations:
No data
Remarks on result:
no indication of skin sensitisation
Reading:
2nd reading
Hours after challenge:
48
Group:
test chemical
Dose level:
10%
No. with + reactions:
0
Total no. in group:
5
Clinical observations:
No data
Remarks on result:
no indication of skin sensitisation
Reading:
1st reading
Hours after challenge:
24
Group:
negative control
Dose level:
-
No. with + reactions:
0
Total no. in group:
3
Clinical observations:
No data
Remarks on result:
no indication of skin sensitisation
Reading:
2nd reading
Hours after challenge:
48
Group:
negative control
Dose level:
-
No. with + reactions:
0
Total no. in group:
3
Clinical observations:
No data
Remarks on result:
no indication of skin sensitisation

Preliminary screens

This following table details the results of examination of injection sites 6 days after intradermal injection of a range of concentrations of the test item.

 Animal number

Test item concentration 

Erythema  Additional comments 

 179

60%

20%

10%

5%

1%

0.5%

-

-

-

0

0

Necrosis

Necrosis

Necrosis

None

None

None

This following table details the results of examination of treated sites 7 days following topical application of a range of concentrations of the test item.

    Animal number Observation time     Test item concentration          
 60%  30% 10%  5% 
 181

24 hours

48 hours 

0

0

0

 0

0

 183

24 hours

48 hours 

0

 0

0

 0

0

0

Interpretation of results:
GHS criteria not met
Conclusions:
Under the experimental conditions, the maximisation test in Guinea pig did not show any evidence of reaction at challenge. Therefore, the test item, potassium triflate, should not be considered as a skin sensitizer.
Executive summary:

In a non-GLP skin sensitisation study performed similarly to the OECD No. 406 (screening test), Dunkin-Hartley guinea pigs were exposed to potassium triflate diluted in sterile water (vehicle). In a preliminary study the skin irritation potential of the test item was assessed in one animal after an intradermal injection with Freund’s complete adjuvant and on two animals following a topical application in order to determine the concentrations of test item used in the main study.

In the main study performed on 5 animals for the test group and 3 animals for the control group. In the first induction stage intradermal injections of Freund’s complete adjuvant (FCA), or of the test item (5%) with FCA, or of the test item (5%) in vehicle were performed on each animal. One week later, the animals were pre-treated with sodium lauryl sulphate (to promote a skin irritation) and then topically exposed to the test item at 60% in sterile water. Two weeks following this second induction stage, animals were challenged by a topical application of the test item (10%) in water. 24 and 48 hrs after the challenge, no skin reaction was observed in any animal of the test group or of the control group. The body weight gain was comparable in the test animals and the control animals.

In conclusion, under the test conditions, the test item, potassium triflate, should not be considered as a skin sensitizer.

Endpoint:
skin sensitisation: in vivo (non-LLNA)
Type of information:
experimental study
Adequacy of study:
weight of evidence
Study period:
From 28-February-2000 to 18-May-2001
Reliability:
2 (reliable with restrictions)
Rationale for reliability incl. deficiencies:
guideline study with acceptable restrictions
Remarks:
Well documented study according to OECD TG 406 performed by trusted laboratory. However, since the study was a simplified study and not performed under GLP conditions, the Klimisch score is 2.
Reason / purpose for cross-reference:
read-across: supporting information
Qualifier:
equivalent or similar to guideline
Guideline:
OECD Guideline 406 (Skin Sensitisation)
Deviations:
yes
Remarks:
5 animals in treated groups / 3 animals in control group / Only two intradermal injection during the induction phase
GLP compliance:
no
Type of study:
guinea pig maximisation test
Justification for non-LLNA method:
This study was performed before Reach regulation ((EC) No. 1907/2006).
Specific details on test material used for the study:
STABILITY AND STORAGE CONDITIONS OF TEST MATERIAL
- Storage condition of test material: Ambient conditions, protected from humidity
Species:
guinea pig
Strain:
Dunkin-Hartley
Sex:
not specified
Details on test animals and environmental conditions:
TEST ANIMALS
- Source: Harlan Nossan S.r.l., Italy
- Age at study initiation: Not specified
- Weight at study initiation: Not specified
- Housing: Not specified
- Diet (e.g. ad libitum): Not specified
- Water (e.g. ad libitum): Not specified
- Acclimation period: Not specified
- Indication of any skin lesions: Not specified

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
- Temperature (°C): Not specified
- Humidity (%): Not specified
- Air changes (per hr): Not specified
- Photoperiod (hrs dark / hrs light): Not specified
Route:
intradermal
Vehicle:
water
Concentration / amount:
0.1%
Route:
intradermal
Vehicle:
other: Freund's Complete Adjuvant
Concentration / amount:
0.1%
Route:
other: Topical application / Second induction stage
Vehicle:
water
Concentration / amount:
60%
Adequacy of induction:
other: non-irritant substance, but skin pre-treated with SDS
No.:
#1
Route:
other: Topical application
Vehicle:
water
Concentration / amount:
10%
No. of animals per dose:
5 animals in the test group
3 animals in the control group
Positive control substance(s):
no
Reading:
1st reading
Hours after challenge:
24
Group:
test chemical
Dose level:
10%
No. with + reactions:
0
Total no. in group:
5
Clinical observations:
No data
Remarks on result:
no indication of skin sensitisation
Reading:
2nd reading
Hours after challenge:
48
Group:
test chemical
Dose level:
10%
No. with + reactions:
0
Total no. in group:
5
Clinical observations:
No data
Remarks on result:
no indication of skin sensitisation
Reading:
1st reading
Hours after challenge:
24
Group:
negative control
Dose level:
-
No. with + reactions:
0
Total no. in group:
3
Clinical observations:
No data
Remarks on result:
no indication of skin sensitisation
Reading:
2nd reading
Hours after challenge:
48
Group:
negative control
Dose level:
-
No. with + reactions:
0
Total no. in group:
3
Clinical observations:
No data
Remarks on result:
no indication of skin sensitisation

Preliminary screens

This following table details the results of examination of injection sites 6 days after intradermal injection of a range of concentrations of the test item.

 Animal number

Test item concentration 

Erythema  Additional comments 
 429

60%

20%

10%

5%

1%

0.5%

-

-

-

-

-

Necrosis

Necrosis

Necrosis

Necrosis

Necrosis

Necrosis

This following table details the results of examination of treated sites following topical application of a range of concentrations of the test item.

    Animal number Observation time     Test item concentration          
 60%  30% 10%  5% 
 431

24 hours

48 hours 

0

0

0

 0

0

 433

24 hours

48 hours 

0

 0

0

 0

0

0

Interpretation of results:
GHS criteria not met
Conclusions:
Under the experimental conditions, the maximisation test in Guinea pig did not show any evidence of reaction at challenge. Therefore, the test item, ytterbium triflate, should not be considered as a skin sensitizer.
Executive summary:

In a non-GLP skin sensitisation study performed similarly to the OECD No. 406 (screening test), Dunkin-Hartley guinea pigs were exposed to ytterbium triflate diluted in sterile water (vehicle). In a preliminary study the skin irritation potential of the test item was assessed in one animal after an intradermal injection with Freund’s complete adjuvant and on two animals following a topical application in order to determine the concentrations of test item used in the main study.

In the main study performed on 5 animals for the test group and 3 animals for the control group. In the first induction stage intradermal injections of Freund’s complete adjuvant (FCA), or of the test item (0.1%) with FCA, or of the test item (0.1%) in vehicle were performed on each animal. One week later, the animals were pre-treated with sodium lauryl sulphate (to promote a skin irritation) and then topically exposed to the test item at 60% in sterile water. Two weeks following this second induction stage, animals were challenged by a topical application of the test item (10%) in water. 24 and 48 hrs after the challenge, no skin reaction was observed in any animal of the test group or of the control group. The body weight gain was comparable in the test animals and the control animals.

In conclusion, under the test conditions, the test item, ytterbium triflate, should not be considered as a skin sensitizer.

Endpoint:
skin sensitisation, other
Remarks:
Based on both LLNA and GPMT assays
Type of information:
read-across from supporting substance (structural analogue or surrogate)
Adequacy of study:
weight of evidence
Reliability:
2 (reliable with restrictions)
Justification for type of information:
See attached justification document
Reason / purpose for cross-reference:
read-across source
Reason / purpose for cross-reference:
read-across source
Reason / purpose for cross-reference:
read-across source
Reason / purpose for cross-reference:
read-across source
Reason / purpose for cross-reference:
read-across source
Reading:
other: Global evaluation
Remarks on result:
no indication of skin sensitisation
Parameter:
SI
Value:
< 3
Remarks on result:
other: See remarks
Remarks:
Negative
Endpoint conclusion
Endpoint conclusion:
no adverse effect observed (not sensitising)
Additional information:

Details on the five studies performed on other trifluoromethane sulfonate salts:

Bismuth trifluoromethansulfonate :

The skin sensibilisation potential of bismuth triflate was assessed using a non-GLP Maximisation test performed in Dunkin-Hartley guinea pigs according to a protocol similar to the OECD No. 406 (screening test).

In the main study performed on 5 animals for the test group and 3 animals for the control group. In the first induction stage intradermal injections of Freund’s complete adjuvant (FCA), or of the test item (50%) with FCA, or of the test item (0.5%) in vehicle were performed on each animal. One week later, the animals were pre-treated with sodium lauryl sulphate (to promote a skin irritation) and then topically exposed to the test item at 60% in sterile water. Two weeks following this second induction stage, animals were challenged by a topical application of the test item (30%) in water. 24 and 48 hrs after the challenge, no skin reaction was observed in any animal of the test group or of the control group. The body weight gain was comparable in the test animals and the control animals.

In conclusion, under the test conditions,the test item, bismuth triflate, should not be considered as a skin sensitizer.

Potassium trifluoromethansulfonate :

The skin sensibilisation potential of potassium triflate was assessed using a non-GLP Maximisation test performed in Dunkin-Hartley guinea pigs according to a protocol similar to the OECD No. 406 (screening test).

In the main study performed on 5 animals for the test group and 3 animals for the control group. In the first induction stage intradermal injections of Freund’s complete adjuvant (FCA), or of the test item (5%) with FCA, or of the test item (5%) in vehicle were performed on each animal. One week later, the animals were pre-treated with sodium lauryl sulphate (to promote a skin irritation) and then topically exposed to the test item at 60% in sterile water. Two weeks following this second induction stage, animals were challenged by a topical application of the test item (10%) in water. 24 and 48 hrs after the challenge, no skin reaction was observed in any animal of the test group or of the control group. The body weight gain was comparable in the test animals and the control animals.

In conclusion, under the test conditions,the test item, potassium triflate, should not be considered as a skin sensitizer.

Ytterbium trifluoromethansulfonate :

The skin sensibilisation potential of ytterbium triflate was assessed using a non-GLP Maximisation test performed in Dunkin-Hartley guinea pigs according to a protocol similar to the OECD No. 406 (screening test).

In the main study performed on 5 animals for the test group and 3 animals for the control group. In the first induction stage intradermal injections of Freund’s complete adjuvant (FCA), or of the test item (0.1%) with FCA, or of the test item (0.1%) in vehicle were performed on each animal. One week later, the animals were pre-treated with sodium lauryl sulphate (to promote a skin irritation) and then topically exposed to the test item at 60% in sterile water. Two weeks following this second induction stage, animals were challenged by a topical application of the test item (10%) in water. 24 and 48 hrs after the challenge, no skin reaction was observed in any animal of the test group or of the control group. The body weight gain was comparable in the test animals and the control animals.

In conclusion, under the test conditions,the test item, ytterbium triflate, should not be considered as a skin sensitizer.

 

Lanthane trifluoromethansulfonate :

The potential of the test item ACILYS TA-La (lanthane trifluoromethanesulfonate) to induce delayed contact hypersensitivity was determined using the murine Local Lymph Node Assay (LLNA), according to a protocol similar to OECD Guideline 429 and EU Method B.42. The highest practicable concentration based on the regulatory requirements of the OECD guideline and the physical characteristics of the test item was 50% (v/v).

In the main assay, twenty female CBA/J mice were allocated to four groups of three animals each:

-               three groups received test sample (formulated in dimethylformamide) at 50, 25 and 10 % (v/v) concentrations,

-               the negative control group received the vehicle (dimethylformamide). 

The test item solutions were applied on the dorsal surface of ears of experimental animals (25 µL/ear) for three consecutive days (Days 1, 2 and 3). There was no treatment on Days 4, 5 and 6. The cell proliferation in the local lymph nodes was measured by incorporation of tritiated methyl thymidine (3HTdR) and the values obtained were usedtocalculate stimulation indices (SI).

No mortality or signs of systemic toxicity were observed during the study.A dryness of the skin of the ears was noted on day 6 in all females treated at the concentration of 25 and 50%.No noteworthy increase in ear thickness was observed in the animals of the other treated groups.No treatment related effects were observed on the body weight changes of the experimental animals.The stimulation index values were 1.43, 1.50 and 1.83 at concentrations of 50, 25 and 10 % (v/v), respectively.

In conclusion, under the experimental conditions and according to the LLNA method, the test item ACILTYS TA-La (trifluoromethanesulfonate de Lanthane) should not be considered as a skin sensitizer.

 

Magnesium trifluoromethansulfonate :

The potential of the test item ACILYS TA-Mg (Magnesium trifluoromethanesulfonate) to induce delayed contact hypersensitivity was determined using the murine Local Lymph Node Assay (LLNA), according to a protocol similar to OECD Guideline 429 and EU Method B.42. The highest practicable concentration based on the regulatory requirements of the OECD guideline and the physical characteristics of the test item was 50% (v/v).

In the main assay, twenty female CBA/J mice were allocated to four groups of three animals each:

-               three groups received test sample (formulated in dimethylformamide) at 50, 25 and 10 % (v/v) concentrations,

-               the negative control group received the vehicle (dimethylformamide). 

The test item solutions were applied on the dorsal surface of ears of experimental animals (25 µL/ear) for three consecutive days (Days 1, 2 and 3). There was no treatment on Days 4, 5 and 6. The cell proliferation in the local lymph nodes was measured by incorporation of tritiated methyl thymidine (3HTdR) and the values obtained were usedtocalculate stimulation indices (SI).

No mortality or signs of systemic toxicity were observed during the study.No cutaneous reactions and no noteworthy increase in ear thickness were observed in the animals of the other treated groups. No significant lymphoproliferation was noted at any tested concentrations. The stimulation index values were 0.98, 1.27 and 2.00 at concentrations of 50, 25 and 10 % (v/v), respectively.

In conclusion, under the experimental conditions and according to the LLNA method, the test item ACILYS TA-Mg (trifluoromethanesulfonate de magnésium) did not induce delayed contact hypersensitivity. According to the results obtained in this simplified study, without any positive control group, the test item should not be classified as sensitizing to the skin.

Respiratory sensitisation

Endpoint conclusion
Endpoint conclusion:
no study available

Justification for classification or non-classification

As Lithium trifluoromethanesulfonate is a salt composed of trifluoromethanesulfonate anion and Lithium cation, the skin sensitization potential is expected to be mediated independently by these two components.

No study about lithium is presented here but it is a well-known substance and Lithium potential to induce skin sensitization has been largely investigated. The Reach dossier (EC number 231-102-5) on this substance shows the absence of skin sensitization potential and there is even an European official classification (index number 003-001-00-4) showing that lithium is not a skin sensitizer.

For the trifluoromethanesulfonate ion, five skin sensitization studies are available on five other trifluoromethanesulfonate salt (Bismuth, lanthane, Magnesium, Potassium and Ytterbium trifluoromethansulfonates).

-         Bismuth trifluoromethanesulfonate: A simplified, non GLP, guinea pig maximization test (OECD 406) is available. This test concludes clearly that this substance has no skin sensitization potential as no reaction was observed in any of the tested animals.

-         Potassium trifluoromethanesulfonate: A simplified, non GLP, guinea pig maximization test (OECD 406) is available. This test concludes clearly that this substance has no skin sensitization potential as no reaction was observed in any of the tested animals.

-         Ytterbium trifluoromethanesulfonate: A simplified, non GLP, guinea pig maximization test (OECD 406) is available. This test concludes clearly that this substance has no skin sensitization potential as no reaction was observed in any of the tested animals.

-         Lanthane trifluoromethanesulfonate: A simplified, non GLP, local lymph node assay (OECD 429) is available. This test concludes clearly that this substance has no skin sensitization potential as observed stimulation index are clearly below three for all tested doses up to 50%.

-         Magnesium trifluoromethanesulfonate: A simplified, non GLP, local lymph node assay (OECD 429) is available. This test concludes clearly that this substance has no skin sensitization potential as observed stimulation index are clearly below three for all tested doses up to 50%.

Based on the complete absence of skin sensitization reaction on any of the five tested trifluoromethanesulfonate salts, it can be concluded that trifluoromethanesulfonate ion has not skin sensitization potential.

Therefore, the above results are conclusively showing that neither of the two components of Lithium trifluoromethanesulfonate, Lithium ion nor trifluoromethanesulfonate ion have any potential to induce skin sensitization. It is then concluded that Lithium trifluoromethanesulfonate is not a skin sensitizer.

Consequently, Lithium trifluoromethanne sulfonate should not be classified for skin sensitisation according to regulation (CE) n°1272/2008.

No study are available for the respiratory sensitisation assessment. However, as Lithium trifluoromethanesulfonate is not a skin sensitizer, it is unlkely that there is potential for respiratory sensitization.