Johnson Matthey
FibreCat鈩? 1001
124001 1.00 EC Current 22.02.2001
1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
124001
Product Code
FibreCat鈩? 1001
Trade Name
Preparation
Product Type
Johnson Matthey PLC
Manufacturer/Supplier
Precious Metals Division, Chemicals
Address
Orchard Road
ROYSTON, Hertfordshire
SG8 5HE
+(44) 1763 253000
Phone Number
+(44) 1763 253155
Fax Number
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON THE COMPONENTS
Hazardous Components in Product for EC
Component Name Codes Concentration R Phrases Classification
1. palladium metal 7440-05-3 6.00%
3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
Not classified as hazardous. The catalytic properties of this material may
Main Hazards
promote the oxidation and possible ignition of flammable liquids and vapours.
Dust may cause slight transient irritation.
Health Effects - Eyes
Material may cause slight irritation on prolonged or repeated contact.
Health Effects - Skin
Swallowing may have the following effects:- nausea. vomiting.
Health Effects - Ingestion
Exposure to dust may have the following effects:- irritation of nose, throat and
Health Effects - Inhalation
respiratory tract.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Wash out eye with plenty of water.
First Aid - Eyes
Wash skin with water.
First Aid - Skin
Give milk or water to drink Seek medical attention if symptoms persist
First Aid - Ingestion
Remove from exposure and allow to rest in fresh air. Seek medical attention if
First Aid - Inhalation
symptoms persist
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Not readily combustible. Select extinguishing agent appropriate to other materials
Extinguishing Media
involved.
The residue, ash or char left after a fire may have catalytic properties and may
Special Hazards of Product
promote the re-ignition of flammable materials and vapours.
Wear self contained breathing apparatus.
Protective Equipment for Fire-
Fighting
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Wear appropriate protective clothing.
Personal Precautions
Try to prevent the material from entering drains or water courses.
Environmental Precautions
Collect in a suitable container for re-use, recycling or disposal
Spillages
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
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7. HANDLING AND STORAGE (continued)
Good industrial hygiene practices should be observed. Do not eat, drink, smoke
Handling
or apply cosmetics whilst using this material.
Storage area should be: cool. dry. well ventilated.
Storage
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Dust mask if conditions are dusty.
Respiratory Protection
Suitable gloves
Hand Protection
Suitable eye protection
Eye Protection
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
fibre
Physical State
Yellow.
Colour
Insoluble.
Solubility in Water (kg/m3)
Combustible
Flammability
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stable under normal conditions.
Stability
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
All components have a low order of acute toxicity.
Acute Toxicity
May cause mechanical irritation
Irritancy - Eyes
Prolonged contact may produce irritation.
Irritancy - Skin
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
The product is insoluble in water.
Mobility
The product is expected to be resistant to biodegradation.
Persistence/Degradability
13. DISPOSAL
Return accumulated waste material to a precious metal refinery for metal
Product Disposal
recovery, or dispose of in accordance with local and national regulations.
Recovery is the preferred option.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Not restricted for transport.
UN Number
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
None
Labelling Information
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15. REGULATORY INFORMATION (continued)
16. OTHER INFORMATION
22 February 2001
MSDS first issued
MSDS data revised
This information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any
other materials or in any process. Such information is given in good faith, being based on the latest information available to Johnson
Matthey PLC and is to the best of Johnson Matthey PLC's knowledge and belief, accurate and reliable at the time of preparation.
However, no representation, warranty or guarantee is made as to the accuracy, liability or completness and Johnson Matthey PLC
assumes no responsibility therefore, and disclaims any liability for any loss, damage or injury howsoever arising (including in
respect of any claim brought by any third party) incurred using this information. The product is supplied on thecondition that the
user accepts responsibility to satisfy himself as to the suitability and completness of such information for his own particular use.
Freedom from patent or any other proprietary rights of any third party must not be assumed.
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HSELINE Health and Safety Executive Library and Information Service. Published by the Health and Safety Executive. UK.
CISDOC International Occupational Safety and Health Database. Published by the International Labour Organisation. Geneva.
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Patty's Industrial Hygiene and Toxicology 3rd edition.
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National Sales Offices
Johnson Matthey PLC,33 Jeffreys Road, Brimsdown, ENFIELD, Middlesex EN3 7PW, United Kingdom, Tel:- 0208 8048111, Fax:-
0208 8041918
S.A.Johnson Matthey N.V., 8 Avenue de Bale, 1140 BRUSSEL, Belgi毛 / Belgique, Tel:- 2 729 0711, Fax:- 2 216 9061
Johnson Matthey A/S, Frederikssundsvej 274 D, Br垄nsh垄j 2700, Denmark, Tel:- 38 89 62 00, Fax:- 38 89 62 01
Johnson Matthey PLC, Unit 1 - 2, Blanchardstown Business Centre, Clonsilla Road, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15, Republic of
Ireland, Tel:- 1 820 7722, Fax:- 1 820 7733
Johnson Matthey GmbH, Alfa Products, Zeppelinstrasse 7, Postfach 6540, D-7500 KARLSRUHE 1, Deutschland, Tel:- 721
840070, Fax:- 721 849674
Johnson Matthey SA, 13 Rue de la Perdrix, Z1 PARIS Nord II, BP 50240, 95996 Roissy, CDG Cedix France, Tel:- 1 48 63 22 99,
Fax:- 1 48 63 27 02
Oy Johnson Matthey A.B, Kielotie 7A 4KRS, 01300 BANTAA, Soumi, Tel:- 08574 800, Fax:- 08574 807
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16. OTHER INFORMATION (continued)
Johnson Matthey A.B., Victor Hasselblads gata 8, S-421 31 V盲stra Fr枚lunda, Sverige, Tel:- 031 891390, Fax:- 31 477795
Johnson Matthey & Co G.m.b.H, Steckhovengasse 12, 1132 WIEN, 脰sterreich, Tel:- 877 98 90, Fax:- 877 98 933
Johnson Matthey & Brandenberger A.G., Glattalstrasse 18, CH-8052 ZURICH, Switzerland, Tel:- 01 307 1919, Fax:- 01 307 1920
Johnson Matthey GmbH, Otto-Volger-Stra脽e 9B, D-65843 Sulzbach/Ts, Deutschland, Tel:- (0 61 96)70 38-21, Fax:- (0 61 96) 70
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