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1. IDENTIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND COMPANY/UNDERTAKING:
Identification of the preparation: BLACK MASTERBATCH N 54/12
Supplier: Colloids Limited
Kirkby Bank Road
Knowsley Industrial Park North
Merseyside
L33 4SY
Emergency telephone number: +44 (0) 151 546 9222
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS:
Chemical nature of preparation: Nigrosine , carbon black, potassium iodide and
copper acetate encapsulated in polyamide.
CAS Numbers: 101357-15-7, 1333-86-4,
7681-11-0, 142-71-2, 105-60-2.
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION:
Most important hazards: None
Specific hazards: None
4. FIRST AID MEASURES:
Inhalation: None in pellet form. Avoid inhalation of fumes
during processing. If necessary remove into
fresh air and seek medical advice.
Skin Contact: Avoid abrasion. Remove pellets in contact with
skin by washing with water and soap.
Eye Contact: Avoid abrasion. Remove pellets in contact with
eye, bathe the eye in water and seek medical
advice.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing media: CO2, Dry powder, Foam, Fine Water mist.
Special protective equipment for fire fighters: In the event of a fire, wear self-contained
breathing apparatus. Large molten masses may
ignite spontaneously in air.
Specific methods: Water quenching is good practice.
SAFETY DATA SHEET
ISSUE DATE: 21-8-01
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Identification of the preparation: BLACK MASTERBATCH N 54/12
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES:
Personal precautions: Pellets should be swept up and disposed of in
accordance with local regulations. Dust masks
to be used if dust concentration is high.
Environmental precautions: Pellets should be swept up and disposed of in
accordance with local regulations.
Method of cleaning up: Sweep or vacuum into containers for disposal.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE:
Handling: Normal industrial standards should apply.
Ensure adequate ventilation to workplace during
processing.
Storage: Store in clean and dry cool conditions and away
from other chemicals or energy sources.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION:
Technical protective measures: N/A
Exposure control limits: N/A
Respiratory protection: N/A
Eye protection: Avoid contact with eyes.
Skin protection: Avoid contact with bare skin.
Hygiene measures: Wash hands before breaks and at the end of
workday. General precaution for all plastics and
elastomers: Do not breathe fumes evolved from
hot polymer.
SAFETY DATA SHEET
ISSUE DATE: 21-8-01
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Identification of the preparation: BLACK MASTERBATCH N 54/12
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES:
Colour: Black
Form: Pellets
Odour: Slight odour of nigrosine at room temperature.
Density: 1.1 - 1.4 g/cm
o
Melting Point: Over 200 C
Water solubility: None
o
Decomposition temperature: Approx. 350 C
o
Flash Point: 400 C
Explosive properties: None
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY:
o
Conditions to avoid: Temperatures above 340 C
Materials to avoid: Strong acids or alkalis
Hazardous decomposition products: Toxic gases, including ammonia, carbon
monoxide, nitrogen products, aldehydes and
hydrocarbons. Some free iodine may be
produced.
Further information: During drying, purging and moulding small
amounts of hazardous gases and/or particulate
matter may be released. These may irritate
eyes, nose and throat. Vapours irritating to the
eyes and respiratory system
o
may be released above 340 C.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
Acute toxicity: No data available.
Local effects: No data available.
SAFETY DATA SHEET
ISSUE DATE: 21-8-01
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IN ACCORDANCE WITH LEGISLATION OF THE EUROPEAN COMMUNITY
Identification of the preparation: BLACK MASTERBATCH N 54/12
Disposal or incinerator in accordance to local regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION:
RID / ADR: No code required
IMDG - CODE: No code required
IATA: No code required
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION:
According to EC-Dir 67/548, as amended, the product does not need to be labelled.
16. OTHER INFORMATION:
This product should be stored, handled and used in accordance with good industrial hygiene
practices and in conformity with any legal regulation. The information contained herein is based
on the present state of our knowledge and is intended to describe our products from the point of
view of safety requirements. It should not therefore be construed as guaranteeing specific
properties.
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