REVISION DATE: 22/09/2005
SAFETY DATA SHEET
HARMAN Warmtone Developer
1 IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
PRODUCT NAME HARMAN Warmtone Developer
SUPPLIER Distributors
UK: HARMAN technology Ltd, Town Lane,
Mobberley, Cheshire, WA16 7JL, UK Tel:
01565 650000, Fax: 01565 872734
Australia: ILFORD Imaging Asia Pacific Pty
Ltd, Unit 1, 10 Duerdin Street, Clayton North
3168, Victoria, Australia, Tel: 1300 369 456,
Fax: 03 9544 3002, Email:
asiapacific-enquiry@ilford.com
CONTACT PERSON UK: Dr Ross Fielding, Tel: 01565 650000 Ext 3615
Australia: Mr Ross McLean, Tel: 1300 369 456
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE Australia: Tel: 1800 673 220
2 COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Name EC No. CAS-No. Content Classification
HYDROQUINONE 204-617-8 123-31-9 1-5% Carc3;R40 Muta3;R68 Xn;R22 R43
Xi;R41 N;R50
N-Hydroxyethyl ethylenediamine triacetic acid 205-381-9 139-89-9 1-5% Xi;R36.
(Na3)
Potassium Carbonate 209-529-3 584-08-7 1-5% Xi;R36,R38.
POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE 215-181-3 1310-58-3 1-5% C;R35 Xn;R22
The Full Text for all R-Phrases are Displayed in Section 16
COMPOSITION COMMENTS
Hazardous according to the criteria of Worksafe Australia
3 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Irritating to skin. Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect. Risk of serious damage to eyes. May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
Possible risk of irreversible effects.
CLASSIFICATION Carc 3;R40, Mut 3;R68. Xi;R38, R41. R43.
4 FIRST-AID MEASURES
INHALATION
Unlikely route of exposure as the product does not contain volatile substances. Move the exposed person to fresh air at once. Provide rest,
warmth and fresh air. Get medical attention if any discomfort continues.
INGESTION
NEVER MAKE AN UNCONSCIOUS PERSON VOMIT OR DRINK FLUIDS! Remove victim immediately from source of exposure. Rinse
mouth thoroughly. Drink a few glasses of water or milk. Provide rest, warmth and fresh air. Do not induce vomiting. If vomiting occurs,
the head should be kept low so that stomach vomit doesn't enter the lungs. Get medical attention.
SKIN CONTACT
Remove affected person from source of contamination. Remove contaminated clothing. Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water.
Contact physician if irritation continues.
EYE CONTACT
Remove victim immediately from source of exposure. Make sure to remove any contact lenses from the eyes before rinsing. Promptly
wash eyes with plenty of water while lifting the eye lids. Continue to rinse for at least 15 minutes. Contact physician if irritation persists.
5 FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
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EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
The product is non-combustible. Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES
Avoid breathing fire vapours.
UNUSUAL FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARDS
No unusual fire or explosion hazards noted.
SPECIFIC HAZARDS
The product is non-combustible. If heated, harmful vapours may be formed.
PROTECTIVE MEASURES IN FIRE
Use protective equipment appropriate for surrounding materials. Selection of respiratory protection for fire fighting: follow the general fire
precautions indicated in the workplace.
6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Provide adequate ventilation. For personal protection, see section 8.
ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS
Do not discharge into drains, water courses or onto the ground. The product should not be dumped in nature but collected and delivered
according to agreement with the local authorities.
SPILL CLEAN UP METHODS
For waste disposal, see section 13. Wear necessary protective equipment. Small quantities may be flushed to drains with plenty of water.
Absorb in vermiculite, dry sand or earth and place into containers. Wash contaminated area with water. Prevent discharge of larger
quantity to drain.
7 HANDLING AND STORAGE
USAGE PRECAUTIONS
Provide good ventilation. Avoid spilling, skin and eye contact. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using the product. Read and follow
manufacturer's recommendations.
STORAGE PRECAUTIONS
Store in closed original container in a dry place. Store above freezing. Store under well-ventilated conditions at a temperature below 25掳C.
STORAGE CLASS
Chemical storage.
8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Name Std LT - ppm LT - mg/m3 ST - ppm ST - mg/m3
POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE WEL 2 mg/m3
HYDROQUINONE WEL 0.5 mg/m3
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
PROCESS CONDITIONS
Provide eyewash station and it is recommended that a safety shower is also available.
ENGINEERING MEASURES
Provide adequate general and local exhaust ventilation. Must not be handled in confined space without sufficient ventilation.
RESPIRATORY EQUIPMENT
Respiratory protection not required.
HAND PROTECTION
Use chemical resistant gloves. In case of prolonged immersion or frequently repeated contact use gloves made of the materials: butyl
rubber (thickness >= 0.36 mm, breakthrough time > 480 min), nitrile rubber (thickness >= 0.38 mm, breakthrough time > 480 min) or
neoprene (thickness >= 0.65 mm, breakthrough time > 240 min). For intermittent splash protection corresponding gloves with breakthrough
times > 60 min can be used. Avoid gloves made of: natural latex. The protective gloves to be used must comply with the specifications of
EC directive 89/686/EEC and the resultant standard EN374.
EYE PROTECTION
Use approved safety goggles or face shield.
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OTHER PROTECTION
Wear appropriate clothing to prevent any possibility of skin contact.
9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
APPEARANCE Clear liquid
COLOUR Colourless to pale yellow
ODOUR No characteristic odour.
SOLUBILITY 100% Soluble in water
BOILING POINT (掳C) RELATIVE DENSITY
>100 760 mm Hg 1.20 20
pH-VALUE, CONC. SOLUTION 11.3
10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABILITY
Stable under the prescribed storage conditions. No particular stability concerns.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID
Avoid excessive heat for prolonged periods of time. Avoid contact with acids.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERISATION
Will not polymerise.
MATERIALS TO AVOID
Strong acids. Avoid contact with other photographic solutions and/or cleaning compounds.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Fire or high temperatures may form toxic and corrosive vapours. Oxides of: Sulphur. Sulphur dioxide.
11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Name HYDROQUINONE
Toxic Dose 1 - LD 50 320 mg/kg (oral rat)
TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
This chemical formulation has not been tested for health effects. Exposure effects listed are based on existing health data for the individual
components which comprise the mixture.
INHALATION
May cause irritation to the respiratory system.
INGESTION
Harmful if swallowed. May cause discomfort if swallowed.
SKIN CONTACT
Irritating to skin. May cause sensitisation by skin contact. May cause allergic contact eczema.
EYE CONTACT
Irritation of eyes and mucous membranes. Repeated exposure may cause chronic eye irritation.
HEALTH WARNINGS
Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause severe irritation. May cause skin irritation/eczema. May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
Irritating to eyes.
Spray and vapour in the eyes may cause irritation and smarting.
May cause allergy. May cause hypersensitivity.
Other Health Effects
Hydroquinone: Carcinogen Category 3. Mutagen Category 3. ACGIH A3 IARC 3 IARC Animal Carcinogen List. IARC Int. Agency for
Cancer Research.
ROUTE OF ENTRY
Skin and/or eye contact. Ingestion.
MEDICAL CONSIDERATIONS
May aggravate existing: Skin disorders and allergies. Pre-existing eye problems.
12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ECOTOXICITY
Not regarded as dangerous for the environment.
LC 50, 96 Hrs, FISH mg/l 0.1 Hydroquinone
IC 50, 72 Hrs, ALGAE, mg/l 1.0 hydroquinone
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13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
GENERAL INFORMATION
The disposal process for this product when it becomes waste, depends largely upon how much (volume) waste is generated, where the
waste is generated (location) and by whom (whether in a professional or amateur or other capacity). Therefore only outline guidance can be
provided. The UK's Photo Imaging Council (PIC) has produced detailed guidance in a Code of Practice for the Photoprocessing Industry for
the Care of the Environment (COPPICE). For up to date, general and specialist advice on the disposal of this product when it becomes
waste, please visit the COPPICE web site at http://www.pic.uk.net/coppice/index.htm. The information is relevant to both professional and
amateur users.
DISPOSAL METHODS
Unused and spent solutions may be allowed to be discharged to sanitary sewer by permit IF allowed by local regulations. Consult your local
authority for advice. Waste may have to be pre-treated before discharge. Consult local authorities before discharging any waste to sewer.
Do not discharge to septic system. Waste that cannot be discharged to sewer may have to handled by a licensed hazardous waste
contractor.
WASTE CLASS
EU Waste Number: 090101
14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
No transport warning sign required.
ROAD TRANSPORT NOTES Not classified for road transport
RAIL TRANSPORT NOTES Not classified for rail transport
SEA TRANSPORT NOTES Not classified for sea transport
AIR TRANSPORT NOTES Not classified for air transport
ADR CLASS Not classified for transportation.
15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
LABELLING
Harmful
CONTAINS
HYDROQUINONE
RISK PHRASES
R38 Irritating to skin.
R40 Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.
R41 Risk of serious damage to eyes.
R43 May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
R68 Possible risk of irreversible effects.
SAFETY PHRASES
S2 Keep out of the reach of children
S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical
advice.
S36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
S46 If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label.
S64 If swallowed, rinse mouth with water (only if the person is conscious).
UK REGULATORY REFERENCES
The Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging for Supply) Regulations 2002
EU DIRECTIVES
Dangerous Substance Directive 67/548/EEC. Dangerous Preparations Directive 1999/45/EEC.
APPROVED CODE OF PRACTICE
Classification and Labelling of Substances and Preparations Dangerous for Supply. Worksafe Australia NOHSC 2012: Labelling of
workplace substances. Australian Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons (SUSDP). Australian Approved Criteria for
Classifying Hazardous Substances (NOHSC 1008). Australian List of Designated Hazardous Substances (NOHSC 10005). Australian
National Code of Practice for the Preparation of Material safety Data Sheets (NOHSC 2011)
GUIDANCE NOTES
CHIP for everyone HSG(108).
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NATIONAL REGULATIONS
The Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging for Supply) Regulations 2002. No. 1689. Worplace Exposure Limits 2005 (EH40)
Commission Decision 2000/532/EC as amended by Decision 2001/118/EC establishing a list of wastes and hazardous waste pursuant to
Council Directive 75/442/EEC on waste and Directive 91/689/EEC on hazardous waste with amendments.
16 OTHER INFORMATION
GENERAL INFORMATION
HARMAN technology Ltd believe the information and recommendations contained herein are based on correct and factual data. However,
no express or implied guarantee or warranty of any kind is made with respect to this information. Use this information only to supplement
other information you have gathered and then make an independent determination about the completeness and suitability of all information
to ensure the proper use and disposal of this product and the health and safety of employees and customers.
INFORMATION SOURCES
European Photographic Chemical Industry Code of Practice For Classification And Labelling Material Safety Data Sheet, Misc.
manufacturers. Dangerous Properties of Industrial Chemicals, 6.edition, N.Sax, 1984.
ISSUED BY
Dr R Fielding, HARMAN technology Ltd, Mobberley, Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 7JL, ENGLAND. Tel. +44 (0)1565 650000; email:
ross.fielding@ilfordphoto.com
REVISION DATE 22/09/2005
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GENERATED
DATE September 22, 2005
RISK PHRASES IN FULL
R22 Harmful if swallowed.
R35 Causes severe burns.
R36 Irritating to eyes.
R38 Irritating to skin.
R40 Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.
R41 Risk of serious damage to eyes.
R43 May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
R50 Very toxic to aquatic organisms.
R68 Possible risk of irreversible effects.
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