Revision Date 008201 1 Revision 1 SAFETY DATA SHEET SECTION 1: IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCEMIXTURE AND OF THE COMPANYUNDERTAKING 1.1. Product identifier Product name CAS-No. 7447-40-7 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 Supplier Industrial Chemicals Limited Hogg Lane Grays Essex RM17 DU United Kingdom T:+44 (0)137 389000 F:+44 (0)137 389110 sds@icgl.co.uk 1.4. Emergency telephone number +44 (0)186 407333 (24-hour) SECTION 2: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION 2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture Classification (EC 12722008) Physical and Chemical Hazards Human health Environment Classification (6748EEC) The Full Text for all R-Phrases and Hazard Statements are Displayed in Section 16. 2.2. Label elements Label In Accordance With (EC) No. 12722008 No pictogram required. 2.3. Other hazards SECTION 3: COMPOSITIONINFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS 3.1. Substances Product name CAS-No. 7447-40-7 Gross Formula KCl SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES
2 4.1. Description of first aid measures Inhalation General first aid, rest, warmth and fresh air. Ingestion Immediately rinse mouth and drink plenty of water. Keep person under observation. If person becomes uncomfortable seek hospital and bring these instructions. Skin contact Rinse with water. Contact physician if discomfort continues. Eye contact Rinse with water. Contact physician if discomfort continues. 4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed 4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed SECTION : FIREFIGHTING MEASURES.1. Extinguishing media Extinguishing media This product is not flammable. Use fire-extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding materials..2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture Hazardous combustion products Fire creates: Hydrogen chloride (HCl). Chlorine..3. Advice for firefighters Protective equipment for fire-fighters Wear full protective clothing. Selection of respiratory protection for fire fighting: follow the general fire precautions indicated in the workplace. SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES 6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures Avoid dust formation. 6.2. Environmental precautions Do not discharge into drains, water courses or onto the ground. 6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up Collect powder using special dust vacuum cleaner with particle filter or carefully sweep into closed container. 6.4. Reference to other sections SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE 7.1. Precautions for safe handling Provide good ventilation. Avoid spreading dust. 7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Store at moderate temperatures in dry, well ventilated area. 7.3. Specific end use(s) SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLSPERSONAL PROTECTION 8.1. Control parameters 8.2. Exposure controls
3 Protective equipment Engineering measures Provide adequate ventilation. Respiratory equipment If ventilation is insufficient, suitable respiratory protection must be provided. Hand protection Use protective gloves. Eye protection Wear approved safety goggles. Hygiene measures Wash hands at the end of each work shift and before eating, smoking and using the toilet. Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed. Skin protection Wear appropriate long-sleeved clothing. SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES 9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties Appearance Colour Odour Crystalline powder. White. Pink. Odourless. Initial boiling point and boiling range 100 (sublimation) ( C) Melting point ( C) 773 Bulk Density Solubility Value (G100G H2O@20 C) 9.2. Other information 790-1110 kgm3 33 SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY 10.1. Reactivity No specific reactivity hazards associated with this product. 10.2. Chemical stability Stable under normal temperature conditions and recommended use. 10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions Possible hazardous reactions with: BrF3; KMnO4 + sulfuric acid. 10.4. Conditions to avoid Avoid heat. Avoid contact with water. 10.. Incompatible materials Materials To Avoid Strong oxidising substances. 10.6. Hazardous decomposition products Fire creates: Toxic gasesvapoursfumes of: Hydrogen chloride (HCl). Chlorine. SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION 11.1. Information on toxicological effects
4 Acute toxicity: Acute Toxicity (Oral LD0) 3020 mgkg Rat SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION 12.1. Toxicity LC 0, 96 Hrs, Fish mgl 880 EC 0, 48 Hrs, Daphnia, mgl 660 12.2. Persistence and degradability Degradability The product solely consists of inorganic compounds which are not biodegradable. 12.3. Bioaccumulative potential Bioaccumulative potential The product is not bioaccumulating. 12.4. Mobility in soil Mobility: The product is soluble in water. 12.. Results of PBT and vpvb assessment According to annex XIII of REACH Regulation inorganic substances do not require assessment. 12.6. Other adverse effects SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS 13.1. Waste treatment methods Dispose of waste and residues in accordance with local authority requirements. SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION 14.1. UN number 14.2. UN proper shipping name 14.3. Transport hazard class(es) 14.4. Packing group 14.. Environmental hazards Environmentally Hazardous SubstanceMarine Pollutant No. 14.6. Special precautions for user 14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL7378 and the IBC Code
SECTION 1: REGULATORY INFORMATION 1.1. Safety, health and environmental regulationslegislation specific for the substance or mixture 1.2. Chemical Safety Assessment No chemical safety assessment has been carried out. SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION Revision Comments This is first issue. Issued By D.Kelly Revision Date 008201 Revision 1 Risk Phrases In Full NC Hazard Statements In Full Disclaimer This information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process. Such information is, to the best of the company's knowledge and belief, accurate and reliable as of the date indicated. However, no warranty guarantee or representation is made to its accuracy, reliability or completeness. It is the user's responsibility to satisfy himself as to the suitability of such information for his own particular use.