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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Date of issue: 10/23/98
Printout date:11/21/2001
1 IDENTIFICATION
1.1 Product Name: E-6 Reversal Bath
1.2 Formula: Aqueous solution
1.3 Manufacturer: Tetenal Photowerk, 22844 Norderstedt, Germany
1.4 Art.No.: 109348 E-No.:8623/7
1.5 U.S. Distributor: JOBO Fototechnic, Inc.
P.O. Box 3721
Ann Arbor, MI 48106
Telephone: 734-677-6989
2 HAZARD DATA
2.1 Components Percentage CAS-No. Exposure limit
Propionic acid 1- 5% 79-09-4 10 ppm (PEL)
Tin-(II)-chloride 1- 5% 7772-99-8 -
Sodium propionate 10 - 25 % 137-40-6 -
Anticalcium 5 - 10 % 2235-43-0 -
2.2 Precautionary Label Statements
Attention: Avoid contact with skin, otherwise wash and rinse with plenty of water. In case of contact with
eyes, rinse thoroughly with water and consult an eye doctor. If solution is swallowed, call a physician at
once. Keep out of reach of children.
Contains: Tin-(2)-Chloride (CAS: 7772-99-8), Sodium Salts of Carbonic Acid (CAS: 137-40-6)
3 PHYSICAL DATA
3.1 Appearance and Odor: Colorless solution, musty odor
3.2 Boiling Point: >100掳C (760 mmHg)
3.3 Vapor Pressure: ca. 18 mmHg (20掳C)
3.4 Evaporation Rate (n-Butylacetate = 1):
3.5 Vapor Density (Air = 1):
3.6 Volatile Fraction by weight: ca. 57%
3.7 Specific Gravity (water = 1): 1.23
3.8 pH : 6.1
3.9 Solubility in Water: Complete
4 FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
4.1 Flashpoint: none
4.2 Extinguishing Media: Use agents appropriate for surrounding fire
4.3 Special fire fighting Procedures: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to
prevent contact with skin and eyes
4.4 Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: none
5 REACTIVITY DATA
5.1 Stability: stable at room temperature
5.2 Incompatibility: none with common materials
5.3 Hazardous Decomposition Products: none
5.4 Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
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6 TOXICITY AND HEALTH HAZARD DATA
6.1 Threshold limit value: Not available for the preparation, see TLV of components in section 2.1
6.2 Exposure Effects:
Eyes: May cause irritation
Skin: Prolonged contact may cause irritation
Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed
6.3 First Aid:
Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention, if irritation
persists.
Skin: Wash with plenty of water.
Ingestion: Give 1 or 2 glasses of water and induce vomiting. Call physician immediately. Never give
anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
6.4 Toxicity data: Not available for the preparation. Data for the main components:
Component Test Species Result Ref.
Tin-(II)-chloride LD50 rat-oral 700 mg/kg (2)
Propionic Acid LD50 rat-oral 3500 mg/kg (3)
7 PERSONAL PROTECTION
7.1 Ventilation: Good general ventilation should be sufficient
7.2 Skin and Eye Protection: Safety glasses and gloves are recommended. Make usual precautions when
handling chemicals.
7.3 Exposure limits see sec. 2.1 .
8 SPECIAL STORAGE AND HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
Keep container tightly closed.
9 SPILL, LEAK AND DISPOSAL PROCEDURES
Discharge, treatment and disposal may be subject to federal, state or local law.
10 ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
This chemical preparation has not been tested for environmental effects. From published data for the main
components it can be expected, that the chemicals of this formulation diluted with a large amount of water,
followed by secondary waste treatment have no adverse environmental impact.(1)
11 REFERENCES
1. National Association of Photographic Manufactures, Inc. and Hydroscience, Inc. Environmental Effects of
Photo processing Chemicals (2 Volumes).NAPM, Harrison, New York, 1974.
2. Food Research (Champaign, IL) V.1-25, 1936-60:7,313,42
3. Farm Chemicals Handbook (Meister Publishing, Willoughy, OH) -,C198,83
12 TRANSPORT DECLARATION
Proper Shipping Name: Propionic Acid
Hazard Class: 8
UNM/NA Number: UN1848
Packing Group: III
Label required: corrosive
This product is regulated by the United States Department of Transportation (DOT). This size and nature of
the packaging allows this material to be shipping throughout the U.S. as ORM-D.
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13 REGULATORY INFORMATION
TSCA Status: All Components are listed on the TSCA inventory. CERCLA/SARA: This product may contain
ingredients that are subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of SARA and it's associated
regulations. RCRA: Disposal of this product, used or unused may be classified as a hazardous waste
(DOO2) under 40CFR 261.20 .
Purchaser is advised to consult with Local, State and Federal regulations before any action is taken.
14 OTHER INFORMATION
For 24 hour Emergency Assistance Call Chem-Tel 1-800-255-3924
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The data in this Material Safety Data Sheet relate only to the material designated herein and do not relate to
use in combination with any other material or in any other process. The information contained herein is
furnished in good faith, but no warranty, expressed or implied, is made. Users should consider these data
only as a supplement to other information and must make independent determination of the suitability and
completeness of information from all sources to assure proper use and disposal of these materials and the
safety and health of employees and customers.
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