NILE
CHEMICALS
NILE
CHEMICALS
1.
IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
Product
identifiers
Product
name : Sodium Rhodizonate AR
CAS-No.
: 523-21-7
2.
HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification
of the substance or mixture
Not
a hazardous substance or mixture according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008.
This
substance is not classified as dangerous according to Directive 67/548/EEC.
Label
elements
The
product does not need to be labelled in accordance with EC directives or
respective national laws.
Other
hazards - none
3.
COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Substances
Synonyms
: 3,4,5,6-Tetraoxocyclohexene-1,2-dioldisodium salt
Rhodizonic
aciddisodium salt
Formula
: C6Na2O6
Molecular
Weight : 214,04 g/mol
Component
Concentration
Disodium
3,4,5,6-tetraoxocyclohex-1-en-1,2-ylene dioxide
CAS-No. EC-No.
523-21-7
208-340-3
4.
FIRST AID MEASURES
Description
of first aid measures
If
inhaled If breathed in, move person into
fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration.
In
case of skin contact Wash off with
soap and plenty of water.
In
case of eye contact Flush eyes with water
as a precaution.
If
swallowed Never give anything by mouth to
an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water.
Most
important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed To
the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties
have not been thoroughly investigated.
Indication
of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed no
data available
5.
FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing
media
Suitable
extinguishing media Use water spray,
alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
Special
hazards arising from the substance or mixture Carbon
oxides, Sodium oxides
Advice
for firefighters Wear self contained
breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.
Further
information no data available
6.
ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal
precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Avoid
dust formation. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas.
Environmental
precautions Do not let product enter
drains.
Methods
and materials for containment and cleaning up Sweep
up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.
Reference
to other sections For disposal see section
13.
7.
HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions
for safe handling Provide appropriate
exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.
Conditions
for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Store
in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
Specific
end uses no data available
8.
EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Control
parameters
Components
with workplace control parameters
Exposure
controls
Appropriate
engineering controls General industrial
hygiene practice.
Personal
protective equipment Eye/face protection
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. The selected protective gloves have to
satisfy the specifications of EU Directive 89/686/EEC and the standard EN 374
derived from it.
Body
Protection Choose body protection in
relation to its type, to the concentration and amount of dangerous substances,
and to the specific work-place., The type of protective equipment must be
selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at
the specific workplace.
Respiratory
protection Respiratory protection is not
required. Where protection from nuisance levels of dusts are desired, use type
N95 (US) or type P1 (EN 143) dust masks. Use respirators and components tested
and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN
(EU).
9.
PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Information
on basic physical and chemical properties
a)
Appearance Form: powder Colour: grey
b)
Odour no data available
c)
Odour Threshold no data available
d)
pH no data available
e)
Melting point/freezing point Melting point/range: > 300 °C - lit.
f)
Initial boiling point and boiling range no data available
g)
Flash point no data available
h)
Evaporation rate no data available
i)
Flammability (solid, gas) no data available
j)
Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits no data available
k)
Vapour pressure no data available
l)
Vapour density no data available
m)
Relative density no data available
n)
Water solubility no data available
o)
Partition coefficient: noctanol/water no data available
p)
Autoignition temperature no data available
q)
Decomposition temperature no data available
r)
Viscosity no data available
s)
Explosive properties no data available
t)
Oxidizing properties no data available
Other
safety information
no
data available
10.
STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity
no data available
Chemical
stability no data available
Possibility
of hazardous reactions no data available
Conditions
to avoid no data available
Incompatible
materials Strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous
decomposition products
11.
TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Information
on toxicological effects
Acute
toxicity no data available
Skin
corrosion/irritation no data available
Serious
eye damage/eye irritation no data available
Respiratory
or skin sensitization no data available
Germ
cell mutagenicity
Carcinogenicity
IARC: No component of this product present
at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as
probable,
possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.
Reproductive
toxicity
Specific
target organ toxicity - single exposure no
data available
Specific
target organ toxicity - repeated exposure no
data available
Aspiration
hazard no data available
Potential
health effects
Inhalation
May be harmful if inhaled. May cause
respiratory tract irritation.
Ingestion
May be harmful if swallowed.
Skin
May be harmful if absorbed through skin.
May cause skin irritation.
Eyes
May cause eye irritation.
Signs
and Symptoms of Exposure To the best of our
knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been
thoroughly
investigated.
Additional
Information
RTECS:
Not available
12.
ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxicity
no data available
Persistence
and degradability no data available
Bioaccumulative
potential no data available
Mobility
in soil no data available
Results
of PBT and vPvB assessment no data
available
Other
adverse effects no data available
13.
DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste
treatment methods
Product
Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions
to a licensed disposal company.
Contaminated
packaging Dispose of as unused product.
14.
TRANSPORT INFORMATION
UN
number
ADR/RID:
- IMDG: - IATA: -
UN
proper shipping name
ADR/RID:
Not dangerous goods
IMDG:
Not dangerous goods
IATA:
Not dangerous goods
Transport
hazard class(es)
ADR/RID:
- IMDG: - IATA: -
Packaging
group
ADR/RID:
- IMDG: - IATA: -
Environmental
hazards
ADR/RID:
no IMDG Marine pollutant: no IATA: no
Special
precautions for user
no
data available
15.
REGULATORY INFORMATION
This
safety datasheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No.
1907/2006.
Safety,
health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or
mixture
no
data available
Chemical
Safety Assessment
no
data available
NILE CEHMCIALS provides the information contained herein
in good faith but makes no representation as to its comprehensiveness or
accuracy. This document is intended only as a guide to the appropriate
precautionary handling of the material by a properly trained person using this
product. Individuals receiving the information must exercise their independent
judgment in determining its appropriateness for a particular purpose. NILE
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