Conforms to 91/155/EEC - 2001/58/EC - Germany
SAFETY DATA SHEET
MDC LP Brightener
Identification of the substance/preparation and of the company/undertaking
1.
: 165789
Product Code
: EMDC LP Brightener
Product name
: Additive for alkaline non-cyanide zinc plating process
Product Use
Supplier : MDC Max Daetwyler AG
Flugplatz
CH-3368 Bleienbach
Information Contact : Tel. #: ++41 (0) 62 919 37 37
Fax: ++41 (0) 62 919 34 00
E-mail: mdc@daetwyler-graphics.ch
Emergency telephone number : ++41 (0) 44 251 51 51
Composition/information on ingredients
2.
: Preparation
Substance/Preparation
Chemical name* CAS no. % EC Number Classification
sodium metabisulphite 7681-57-4 3-5 231-673-0 Xn; R22
Xi; R41
R31
p-anisaldehyde 123-11-5 3-5 204-602-6 Xn; R22
See Section 16 for the full text of the R Phrases declared above
* Occupational Exposure Limit(s), if available, are listed in Section 8
Hazards identification
3.
The preparation is not classified as dangerous according to Directive 1999/45/EC and its amendments.
: Irritation of the product in case of skin contact: Not available. Sensitization of the product: Not available.
Skin contact
: Repeated or prolonged exposure is not known to aggravate medical condition.
Aggravating conditions
First-aid measures
4.
First-Aid measures
: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Inhalation
Obtain medical attention.
: Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an
Ingestion
unconscious person. If large quantities of this material are swallowed, call a physician immediately. Loosen tight
clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.
: In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Cold
Skin contact
water may be used. Wash clothing before reuse. Clean shoes thoroughly before reuse. Obtain medical attention.
: Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with a copious amount of
Eye Contact
water for at least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used. Obtain medical attention.
5. Fire-fighting measures
Extinguishing Media
: SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
Suitable
LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.
: These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2), nitrogen oxides (NO, NO2...), sulphur oxides (SO2, SO3, etc.).
Hazardous thermal (de)composition
Some metallic oxides.
products
: Fire fighters should wear self-contained positive pressure breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full turnout gear.
Special fire-fighting procedures
: Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Protection of fire-fighters
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Accidental release measures
6.
: Splash goggles. Full suit. Boots. Gloves. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a
Personal Precautions
specialist BEFORE handling this product.
: Absorb with an inert material and put the spilled material in an appropriate waste disposal. Finish cleaning by
Environmental precautions and
spreading water on the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system.
cleanup methods
Note: See section 8 for personal protective equipment and section 13 for waste disposal.
Handling and storage
7.
: Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Empty containers pose a fire risk, evaporate the
Handling
residue under a fume hood. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not ingest. Do not breathe
gas/fumes/vapour/spray. Wear suitable protective clothing. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show
the container or the label.
: Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Store between 5 to 30掳C (41 to 86掳F).
Storage
Packaging materials
: Use original container.
Recommended use
Exposure controls/personal protection
8.
: Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapours below their
Engineering measures
respective occupational exposure limits. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the
workstation location.
: Wash hands, forearms, and face thoroughly after handling compounds and before eating, smoking, using lavatory,
Hygiene measures
and at the end of day.
: Not available.
Occupational Exposure Limits
Personal protective equipment
: Lab coat.
Skin and body
: Safety glasses.
Eyes
Physical and chemical properties
9.
: Liquid.
Physical state
Colour : Brown.
Odour : Irritant.
Boiling point : Not available.
: Not available.
Melting point
: 1.07 g/cm3 at 20 掳C
Density
Vapour density : Not available.
Evaporation rate (butyl acetate = 1) : Not available.
: Easily soluble in cold water.
Solubility
: 6.3 (g/l)20掳C
pH
: >100 掳C (Closed cup)
Flash point
Autoignition temperature : Not available.
10. Stability and reactivity
: The product is stable.
Stability
: These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2), nitrogen oxides (NO, NO2...), sulphur oxides (SO2, SO3, etc.).
Hazardous decomposition products
Some metallic oxides.
11. Toxicological information
Acute toxicity
Ingredient Name Test Result Route Species
SODIUM METABISULPHITE 0AQ TECH LD50 1131 mg/kg Oral Rat
P-ANISALDEHYDE LD50 1510 mg/kg Oral Rat
LD50 1260 mg/kg Oral Guinea pig
LD50 1859 mg/kg Oral Mouse
Local effects
: Repeated or prolonged exposure is not known to aggravate medical condition.
Chronic toxicity
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12. Ecological information
13. Disposal considerations
: Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental control regulations.
Methods of disposal ; Waste of
residues ; Contaminated packaging
: Not applicable.
Waste Classification
: Not available.
European Waste Catalogue (EWC)
: To present knowledge of the supplier, this product is not regarded as hazardous waste as defined by EU Directive
Hazardous Waste
91/689/EC.
14. Transport information
International transport regulations
ADR/RID Class
-
Class
Packing group
Not regulated.
UN number
-
Proper shipping name
Label
CEFIC Tremcard Number:
Additional Information
IMDG Class
-
Class
Packing group
Not regulated.
UN number
-
Proper shipping name
Label
-
Additional Information
15. Regulatory information
EU Regulations
: This product is not classified according to the EU regulations.
Risk Phrases
: Not applicable.
Safety Phrases
: Classification and labelling have been performed according to EU directives 67/548/EEC, 1999/45/EC, including
Product Use
amendments and the intended use.
- Industrial applications.
National regulations
: Class: Omitted
Ordinance on Combustible
Liquids
: Class I: 0%
Technical instruction on air
quality control
:2
Hazard class for water
16. Other information
: R22- Harmful if swallowed.
Full text of R-Phrases with no.
R41- Risk of serious damage to eyes.
appearing in Section 2 - Germany
R31- Contact with acids liberates toxic gas.
: Xn - Harmful
Text of classifications appearing in
Xi - Irritant
Section 2 - Germany
HISTORY
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Date of previous issue : No Previous Validation.
Version : 1.01
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Notice to Reader
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above named supplier nor any of its subsidiaries assumes any
liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein.
Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present unknown hazards and should be used with caution.
Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist.
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