MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET.
1. IDENTIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION & COMPANY.
PRODUCT NAME: CHROMIUM OXIDE GREEN
CHEMICAL CHARACTERISATION: Pigment Green 17 鈥? C.I. 77288. Anhydrous chromium oxide.
SUPPLIER: The Soap Kitchen, 11a South Street, Torrington, Devon, EX38 8AA.
Emergency Tel No: 01805 622944 Emergency Contact: Mr. Richard Phillips.
2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS.
CONTAINS: Cr203
H-No: CAS No: 1308-38-9
EU Ref: Annex IV Part 1 FEMA:
FDA: Chromium oxide green IFRA: Application:
Japan: Chromium oxide EINECS: RTECS:
INCI name:CI 77288 FCCIV:
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION:
Not classified as dangerous and presents no environmental hazard. Should be treated as a nuisance
dust.
4. FIRST-AID MEASURES:
INHALATION: Remove from exposure site to fresh air. Keep at rest. Obtain medical attention.
EYE CONTACT: Rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 mins, holding eyelids open. Contact a doctor
if symptoms persist.
SKIN CONTACT: Remove contaminated clothes. Wash thoroughly with soap & water, flush with plenty of
water. If irritation persists, seek medical advice.
INGESTION: Rinse mouth and then drink plenty of water. Seek medical advice if large amounts are
involved, drink copious amounts of water to induce vomiting.
OTHER: When assessing action take Risk & Safety Phrases into account (Section 15)
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA RECOMMENDED: Use Water Mist, CO2, Dry Powder or Foam type Extinguishers,
spraying extinguishing media to base of flames. Do not use direct water jet on burning material.
SPECIAL MEASURES: Avoid inhalation. Keep away from sources of ignition. Do not smoke. Wear positive
pressure self-contained breathing apparatus & protective clothing.
EXTINGUISHING PROCEDURES: Closed containers may build up pressure when exposed to heat and
should be cooled with water spray.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES.
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS: Avoid inhalation & direct contact with skin & eyes. Use individual protective
equipment (safety glasses, waterproof-boots, suitable protective clothing) in case of major spillages.
ENVIRONMENT PRECAUTIONS: Keep away from drains, soils, surface & groundwaters.
CLEANING UP METHODS FOR SPILLAGES: Remove all potential ignition sources. Vacuum up and wash spill
site. Observe state, federal & local disposal regulations.
7. HANDLING & STORAGE.
PRECAUTIONS IN HANDLING: Apply good manufacturing practice & industrial hygiene practices, ensuring
proper ventilation. Observe good personal hygiene, and do not eat, drink or smoke whilst handling.
STORAGE CONDITIONS: Store in tightly closed original container, in a cool, dry & ventilated area away from
heat sources & protected from light. Keep air contact to a minimum.
FIRE PROTECTION: Keep away from ignition sources & naked flames. Take precautions to avoid static
discharges in working area.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/ PERSONAL PROTECTION.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Avoid breathing dust. Apply local ventilation where possible.
VENTILATION: Ensure good ventilation of working area.
HAND PROTECTION: Avoid all skin contact. Use chemically resistant gloves if required.
EYE PROTECTION: Use safety glasses.
WORK/HYGIENE PRACTICES: Dry, fine powders can remove the skin鈥檚 natural oils, leaving it cracked and
dry and open to infection. Wash hands with soap & water after handling. Use skin moisturisers.
9. PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES.
PHYSICAL FORM: Powder
ODOUR: None
FLASH-POINT 掳C: N/A
DENSITY : 5.2g.cm蟹
BULK DENSITY : 800Kg.m蟹
SOLUBILITY IN WATER : Insoluble
PH (AT 50g.l-1 WATER): 5.5
THERMAL DECOMPOSITION : N/A
10. STABILITY & REACTIVITY.
REACTIVITY: Very stable
DECOMPOSITION: None
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION.
After skin contact : Irritation not expected
After eye contact : Irritation possible through mechanical action of dust particles.
After inhalation : May cause discomfort to respiratory tract
After ingestion : LD50Rat > 10000mg/kg
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION.
BIODEGRADABILITY: Separated by filtration and/or settlement.
BACTERIAL TOXICITY : No harmful effect on Escherichia coli : 1000mg/l. No harmful effect on
Pseudomonas fluorescens : 10000mg/l
FISH TOXICITY : Zebra barbell (Brachydanio nerio) LC0>10000mg/l (96 h)
PRECAUTIONS: Prevent surface contamination of soil, ground & surface water. Do not discharge into
natural waters without pretreatment.
GENERAL COMMENTS : Trivalent chromium is a widely occurring natural substance, commonly up to
200mg/kg in soil
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS.
Avoid disposing to drainage systems and into the environment. Seek expert advice.
14. TRANSPORT REGULATIONS.
Not classified as a hazardous cargo under current transport regulations. Use an approved carrier
Road (ADR/RID): AIR (IATA):
SEA (IMDG): UN :
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION. According to Directive 88/379/EEC
HAZARDS:
SYMBOLS:
RISK PHRASES:
SAFETY PHRASES:
Dust: Long term total dust : 10mg.m-3-8hr TWA
Respirable dust : 4mg.m-3-8hr TWA
16. OTHER INFORMATION.
Conc. % Limits:
PACKAGING:
Type Suitability
Glass Yes
Lacquer lined steel/tin Yes
Aluminium Yes
HPPE Yes
F/HDPE Yes
Other plastic Yes
SHELF-LIFE
Min 12 months when stored within advised conditions.
Q.C. REQUIREMENTS.
In-line with general product specification. Always satisfy suitability for specific application.
Retest after 6 months.
The data provided in this material safety data sheet is meant to represent typical data/analysis for this
product and is correct to the best of our knowledge. The data was obtained from current and reliable
sources, but is supplied without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding its鈥? correctness or accuracy. It
is the user's responsibility to determine safe conditions for the use of this product, and to assume
liability for loss, injury, damage or expense arising from improper use of this product. The information
provided does not constitute a contract to supply to any specification, or for any given application, and
buyers should seek to verify their requirements and product use.
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