MSDS

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1 Product identifiers

1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against

1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008

• Oxidizing solids (Category 2), H272
• Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 3), H301
• Acute toxicity, Inhalation (Category 2), H330
• Acute toxicity, Dermal (Category 4), H312
• Skin corrosion (Category 1B), H314
• Respiratory sensitisation (Category 1), H334
• Skin sensitisation (Category 1), H317
• Germ cell mutagenicity (Category 1B), H340
• Carcinogenicity (Category 1B), H350
• Reproductive toxicity (Category 1B), H360FD
• Specific target organ toxicity – repeated exposure (Category 1), H372 Acute aquatic
• toxicity (Category 1), H400
• Chronic aquatic toxicity (Category 1), H410

For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.

2.2 Label elements

Labelling according Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008

Signal Word : Danger

2.3 Other hazards

This substance/mixture contains no components considered to be either persistent, bio accumulative and toxic (PBT), or very persistent and very bio accumulative (vPvB) at levels of 0.1% or higher.

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1 Substances

Hazardous ingredients according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008

Ammonium dichromate Included in the Candidate List of Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC)

according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH)

Ox. Sol. 2; Acute Tox. 3; Acute Tox. 2; Acute Tox. 4; Skin Corr. 1B; Resp. Sens. 1; Skin Sens. 1; Muta. 1B; Carc. 1B; Repr. 1B; STOT RE 1; Aquatic Acute 1; Aquatic Chronic 1; H272, H301, H330, H312, H314, H334, H317, H340,

<= 100 %

H350, H360FD, H372, H400, H410
Concentration limits:

>= 5 %: STOT SE 3, H335; >= 0.2 %: Resp. Sens. 1, H334; >= 0.2 %: Skin Sens. 1, H317;

M-Factor – Aquatic Acute: 10

For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.

SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1 Description of first aid measures

General advice

Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.

If inhaled

If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.

In case of skin contact

Take off contaminated clothing and shoes immediately. Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Take victim immediately to hospital. Consult a physician.

In case of eye contact

Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.

If swallowed

Do NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.

4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

The most important known symptoms and effects are described in the labelling (see section 2.2) and/or in section 11

4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

No data available

SECTION 5: Firefighting measures

5.1 Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media

Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.

5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Nitrogen oxides (NOx), Chromium oxides

5.3 Advice for firefighters

Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.

5.4 Further information

Use water spray to cool unopened containers.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Wear respiratory protection. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapours, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Avoid breathing dust.
For personal protection see section 8.

6.2 Environmental precautions

Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. Discharge into the environment must be avoided.

6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up

Sweep up and shovel.’20 Contain spillage, and then collect with an electrically protected vacuum cleaner or by wet-brushing and place in container for disposal according to local regulations (see section 13). Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.

6.4 Reference to other sections

For disposal see section 13.

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling

Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Avoid exposure – obtain special instructions before use.
Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed. Keep away from sources of ignition – No smoking. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.

For precautions see section 2.2.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.

Do not grind or subject to friction or shock. Isolated storage is required. Storage class (TRGS 510): Oxidizing hazardous materials

7.3 Specific end use(s)

Apart from the uses mentioned in section 1.2 no other specific uses are stipulated

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1 Control parameters

8.2 Exposure controls

Appropriate engineering controls

Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling the product.

Personal protective equipment

Eye/face protection

Face shield and safety glasses Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).

Skin protection

Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove’s outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands.

Body Protection

Complete suit protecting against chemicals, The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.

Respiratory protection

Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use (EN 143) respirator cartridges as a backup to engineering controls. If th full-face supplied air respirator. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).

Control of environmental exposure

Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. Discharge into the environment must be avoided.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties

CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

9.2 Other safety information

No data available

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity

No data available

10.2 Chemical stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions

No data available

10.4 Conditions to avoid

No data available

10.5 Incompatible materials

Strong reducing agents, Alcohols, Strong acids, Do not store near acids.

10.6 Hazardous decomposition products

Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions. – Nitrogen oxides (NOx), Chromium oxides
Other decomposition products – No data available
In the event of fire: see section 5

SECTION 11: Toxicological informatio

11.1 Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity

LD50 Oral – Rat – 53 mg/kg(Ammonium dichromate)
LC50 Inhalation – Rat – 4 h – 160 ppm(Ammonium dichromate)

Skin corrosion/irritation

No data available(Ammonium dichromate)

Serious eye damage/eye irritation

Eyes – Rabbit(Ammonium dichromate)

Result: Severe eye irritation
(Draize Test)

Respiratory or skin sensitisation

Germ cell mutagenicity

May alter genetic material. In vivo tests showed mutagenic effects(Ammonium dichromate)

Carcinogenicity

This is or contains a component that has been reported to be carcinogenic classification. Possible human carcinogen(Ammonium dichromate)

IARC: 1 – Group 1: Carcinogenic to humans (Ammonium dichromate)

Reproductive toxicity

May cause congenital malformation in the fetus. Presumed human reproductive toxicant(Ammonium dichromate)

May cause reproductive disorders.(Ammonium dichromate)

Specific target organ toxicity – single exposure

No data available(Ammonium dichromate)

Specific target organ toxicity – repeated exposure

Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

Aspiration hazard

No data available(Ammonium dichromate)

Additional Information

RTECS: Not available

Ulceration, Material is extremely destructive to tissue of the mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract, eyes, and skin.(Ammonium dichromate)

SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1 Toxicity

Toxicity to fish LC0 – Leuciscus idus (Golden orfe) – 50 mg/l – 48 h(Ammonium dichromate)

12.2 Persistence and degradability

No data available

12.3 Bio accumulative potential

No data available

12.4 Mobility in soil

No data available(Ammonium dichromate)

12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

This substance/mixture contains no components considered to be either persistent, bio accumulative and toxic (PBT), or very persistent and very bio accumulative (vPvB) at levels of 0.1% or higher.

12.6 Other adverse effects

Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations 13.1 Waste treatment methods

Product

Burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber b highly flammable. Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company.

Contaminated packaging

Dispose of as unused product.

SECTION 14: Transport information

14.1 UN number

14.2 UN proper shipping name

14.3 Transport hazard class(es)

14.4 Packaging group

14.5 Environmental hazards

14.6 Special precautions for user

No data available

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture

This safety datasheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006.

Authorisations and/or restrictions on use

15.2 Chemical safety assessment

For this product a chemical safety assessment was not carried out

SECTION 16: Other information

Full text of H-Statements referred to under sections 2 and 3.

Further information

The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee of the properties of the product. Amizara Speciality Chemicals LLP and its Affiliates shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product. See www.amizaraspecialitychemicals.co.in for additional terms and conditions of sale.