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Section 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT NAME
ZINC SULFATE
SYNONYMS
ZnSO4.7H2O, "white vitriol", Bonazen, "zinc vitriol", "sulfuric acid, zinc salt dried",
"sulphuric acid, zinc salt (1:1), monohydrate ZnSO4.H2O"
PROPER SHIPPING NAME
ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S.
PRODUCT USE
As a mordant in calico- printing; preserving wood and skins; bleaching paper; manufacture
of lithopone and other zinc salts; clarifying glue; electrodepositing zinc; chemical
reagent. Used in medicine as an astringent solution and in eye- drops.
SUPPLIER
Company: Quantum Chemicals Pty Ltd
Address:
70 Quantum Close
Dandenong South
Victoria 3175
Telephone: 03 8795 8000
Emergency Tel: 1300 131 001
Fax: 03 8795 8099
HAZARD RATINGS
Flammability
Toxicity
Body Contact
Reactivity
Chronic
SCALE: Min/Nil=0 Low=1 Moderate=2 High=3 Extreme=4
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Section 2 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
STATEMENT OF HAZARDOUS NATURE
HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE. DANGEROUS GOODS. According to the Criteria of NOHSC,
and the ADG Code.
POISONS SCHEDULE
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RISK SAFETY
Harmful if swallowed. Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions
before use.
Risk of serious damage to eyes. To clean the floor and all objects contaminated
by this material use water.
Very toxic to aquatic organisms may cause long- This material and its container must be disposed
term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. of in a safe way.
May produce skin discomfort*. Keep away from food drink and animal feeding
stuffs.
May be harmful to the foetus/embryo*. Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
Exposure may produce irreversible effects*. If swallowed IMMEDIATELY contact Doctor or
Poisons Information Centre (show this container
or label).
* (limited evidence). Use appropriate container to avoid environment
contamination.
Avoid release to the environment. Refer to
special instructions/ safety data sheets.
This material and its container must be disposed
of as hazardous waste.
Section 3 - COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
NAME CAS RN %
zinc sulfate 7733-02-0 >96
Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
SWALLOWED
For advice, contact a Poisons Information Centre or a doctor.
路 If swallowed do NOT induce vomiting.
路 If vomiting occurs, lean patient forward or place on left side (head-down position, if
possible) to maintain open airway and prevent aspiration.
路 Observe the patient carefully.
路 Never give liquid to a person showing signs of being sleepy or with reduced awareness;
i.e. becoming unconscious
路 Give water to rinse out mouth, then provide liquid slowly and as much as casualty can
comfortably drink.
路 Seek medical advice.
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Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
EYE
If this product comes in contact with the eyes:
路 Wash out immediately with fresh running water.
路 Ensure complete irrigation of the eye by keeping eyelids apart and away from eye and
moving the eyelids by occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids.
路 If pain persists or recurs seek medical attention.
路 Removal of contact lenses after an eye injury should only be undertaken by skilled
personnel.
SKIN
If skin contact occurs:
路 Immediately remove all contaminated clothing, including footwear.
路 Flush skin and hair with running water (and soap if available).
路 Seek medical attention in event of irritation.
INHALED
路 If dust is inhaled, remove from contaminated area.
路 Encourage patient to blow nose to ensure clear passage of breathing.
路 If irritation or discomfort persists seek medical attention.
NOTES TO PHYSICIAN
路 Absorption of zinc compounds occurs in the small intestine.
路 The metal is heavily protein bound.
路 Elimination results primarily from faecal excretion.
路 The usual measures for decontamination (Ipecac Syrup, lavage, charcoal or cathartics)
may be administered, although patients usually have sufficient vomiting not to require
them.
路 CaNa2EDTA has been used successfully to normalise zinc levels and is the agent of
choice.
[Ellenhorn and Barceloux: Medical Toxicology].
Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
There is no restriction on the type of extinguisher which may be used.
FIRE FIGHTING
Alert Fire Brigade and tell them location and nature of hazard.
路 Wear breathing apparatus plus protective gloves.
路 Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water courses.
Use water delivered as a fine spray to control the fire and cool adjacent area.
Use fire fighting procedures suitable for surrounding area.
DO NOT approach containers suspected to be hot.
Equipment should be thoroughly decontaminated after use.
FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARD
路 Non combustible.
路 Not considered to be a significant fire risk, however containers may burn.
路 In a fire may decompose on heating and produce toxic / corrosive fumes.
Decomposes on heating and produces acrid and toxic fumes of:.
zinc oxide.
and.
sulfur dioxide (SO2).
FIRE INCOMPATIBILITY
None known.
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Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
HAZCHEM: 2X
Personal Protective Equipment
Gas tight chemical resistant suit.
Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
MINOR SPILLS
路 Clean up all spills immediately.
路 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
路 Wear protective clothing, gloves, safety glasses and dust respirator.
路 Use dry clean up procedures and avoid generating dust.
路 Sweep up or
路 Vacuum up (consider explosion-proof machines designed to be grounded during storage and
use).
路 Place in clean drum then flush area with water.
MAJOR SPILLS
Clear area of personnel and move upwind.
Alert Fire Brigade and tell them location and nature of hazard.
Control personal contact by using protective equipment.
Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water
courses.
Increase ventilation.
Stop leak if safe to do so.
Use dry clean up procedures and avoid generating dust.
Recover uncontaminated product in clean, dry, labelled containers.
Collect residues and seal in labelled drums for disposal.
Wash area down with large quantity of water and prevent runoff into drains.
After clean up operations, decontaminate and launder all protective clothing and
equipment before storing and re-using.
If contamination of drains or waterways occurs, advise emergency services.
PROTECTIVE ACTIONS FOR SPILL
PROTECTIVE ACTION ZONE
half
evacuation
downwind
direction
distance
down wind distance
wind isolation
distance
direction
half
evacuation downwind
INITIAL direction distance
ISOLATION
ZONE
From IERG (Canada/Australia)
Isolation Distance -
Downwind Protection Distance 10 metres
IERG Number 47
FOOTNOTES
1 PROTECTIVE ACTION ZONE is defined as the area in which people are at risk of harmful exposure. This zone
assumes that random changes in wind direction confines the vapour plume to an area within 30 degrees on
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either side of the predominant wind direction, resulting in a crosswind protective action distance equal
to the downwind protective action distance.
2 PROTECTIVE ACTIONS should be initiated to the extent possible, beginning with those closest to the spill
and working away from the site in the downwind direction. Within the protective action zone a level of
vapour concentration may exist resulting in nearly all unprotected persons becoming incapacitated and
unable to take protective action and/or incurring serious or irreversible health effects.
3 INITIAL ISOLATION ZONE is determined as an area, including upwind of the incident, within which a high
probability of localised wind reversal may expose nearly all persons without appropriate protection to
life-threatening concentrations of the material.
4 SMALL SPILLS involve a leaking package of 200 litres (55 US gallons) or less, such as a drum (jerrican or
box with inner containers). Larger packages leaking less than 200 litres and compressed gas leaking from
a small cylinder are also considered "small spills".
LARGE SPILLS involve many small leaking packages or a leaking package of greater than 200 litres, such as
a cargo tank, portable tank or a "one-tonne" compressed gas cylinder.
5 Guide 171 is taken from the US DOT emergency response guide book.
6 IERG information is derived from CANUTEC - Transport Canada.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLANNING GUIDELINES (ERPG)
The maximum airborne concentration below which it is believed that nearly all individuals could be exposed
for up to one hour WITHOUT experiencing or developing
life-threatening health effects is:
zinc sulfate 500 mg/m鲁
irreversible or other serious effects or symptoms which could impair an individual's ability to take
protective action is:
zinc sulfate 3.5 mg/m鲁
other than mild, transient adverse effects without perceiving a clearly defined odour is:
zinc sulfate 0.5 mg/m鲁
The threshold concentration below which most people will experience no appreciable risk of health effects:
zinc sulfate 0.15 mg/m鲁
American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA)
Ingredients considered according to the following cutoffs
Very Toxic (T+) >= 0.1% Toxic (T) >= 3.0%
R50 >= 0.25% Corrosive (C) >= 5.0%
R51 >= 2.5%
else >= 10%
where percentage is percentage of ingredient found in the mixture
Personal Protective Equipment advice is contained in Section 8 of the MSDS.
Section 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
PROCEDURE FOR HANDLING
Use good occupational work practice. Observe manufacturer's storing and handling
recommendations.
Avoid all personal contact, including inhalation.
Avoid generating and breathing dust.
Wear protective clothing when risk of exposure occurs.
Use in a well-ventilated area.
When handling, DO NOT eat, drink or smoke.
Keep containers securely sealed when not in use.
Always wash hands with soap and water after handling. Work clothes should be laundered
separately.
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Section 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
SUITABLE CONTAINER
Packaging as recommended by manufacturer.
路 Check that containers are clearly labelled.
Glass container.
Polylined drum.
Steel drum with plastic liner.
STORAGE INCOMPATIBILITY
Keep dry.
Avoid contamination of water, foodstuffs, feed or seed.
STORAGE REQUIREMENTS
路 Store in original containers.
路 Keep containers securely sealed.
路 Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area.
路 Store away from incompatible materials and foodstuff containers.
路 Protect containers against physical damage and check regularly for leaks.
路 Observe manufacturer's storing and handling recommendations.
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SAFE STORAGE WITH OTHER CLASSIFIED CHEMICALS
+ X + X 0 +
_____________________________________________________
+: May be stored together
O: May be stored together with specific preventions
X: Must not be stored together
Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
EXPOSURE CONTROLS
Source Material TWA mg/m鲁
_________ _________ _____
Australia Exposure Standards zinc sulfate (Inspirable dust 10
(Not specified))
PERSONAL PROTECTION
EYE
路 Safety glasses with side shields; or as required,
路 Chemical goggles.
路 Contact lenses may pose a special hazard; soft contact lenses may absorb and
concentrate irritants. A written policy document, describing the wearing of lens or
restrictions on use, should be created for each workplace or task. This should include a
review of lens absorption and adsorption for the class of chemicals in use and an account
of injury experience. Medical and first-aid personnel should be trained in their removal
and suitable equipment should be readily available. In the event of chemical exposure,
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begin eye irrigation immediately and remove contact lens as soon as practicable. Lens
should be removed at the first signs of eye redness or irritation - lens should be
removed in a clean environment only after workers have washed hands thoroughly. [CDC
NIOSH Current Intelligence Bulletin 59].
HANDS/FEET
Wear general protective gloves: i.e. Disposable polythene gloves or Cotton gloves or
Light weight rubber gloves, with Barrier cream preferably Safety footwear.
OTHER
路 Overalls.
路 Eyewash unit.
RESPIRATOR
Protection Factor Half- Face Respirator Full- Face Respirator Powered Air Respirator
10 x ES P1 Air- line* -- PAPR- P1 -
50 x ES Air- line** P2 PAPR- P2
100 x ES - P3 -
Air- line* -
100+ x ES - Air- line** PAPR- P3
* - Negative pressure demand ** - Continuous flow.
The local concentration of material, quantity and conditions of use determine the type of
personal protective equipment required.
For further information consult site specific
CHEMWATCH data (if available), or your
Occupational Health and Safety Advisor.
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Use in a well-ventilated area.
General exhaust is adequate under normal operating conditions.
If exposure to workplace dust is not controlled, respiratory protection is required; wear
SAA approved dust respirator.
Provide adequate ventilation in warehouse or closed storage areas.
Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
APPEARANCE
White free- flowing crystals or white powder. Soluble in water. No odour. Solubility in
water is 50- 65% at 20 C. Solutions hydrolyse and are acidic. Practically insoluble in
alcohol. The monohydrate does not cake as does the heptahydrate, hence is more convenient
for use.
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Solid.
Mixes with water.
Molecular Weight: 179.44 Boiling Range (掳C): >500 decomposes
Melting Range (掳C): 100 (.7H2O) Specific Gravity (water=1): 3.35
Solubility in water (g/L): Miscible pH (as supplied): Not applicable
pH (1% solution): 4.0- 5.2 (5%). Vapour Pressure (kPa): Negligible
Volatile Component (%vol): Negligible Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Relative Vapour Density (air=1): Not applicable. Flash Point (掳C): Not applicable
Lower Explosive Limit (%): Not applicable Upper Explosive Limit (%): Not applicable
Autoignition Temp (掳C): Not applicable Decomposition Temp (掳C): >500
State: Divided solid Viscosity: Not Applicable
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Section 10 - CHEMICAL STABILITY AND REACTIVITY INFORMATION
CONDITIONS CONTRIBUTING TO INSTABILITY
Product is considered stable and hazardous polymerisation will not occur.
Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
ACUTE HEALTH EFFECTS
SWALLOWED
Accidental ingestion of the material may be harmful; animal experiments indicate that
ingestion of less than 150 gram may be fatal or may produce serious damage to the health
of the individual.
Limited evidence exists that this substance may cause irreversible mutations (though not
lethal) even following a single exposure.
EYE
If applied to the eyes, this material causes severe eye damage.
SKIN
There is some evidence to suggest that this material can cause inflammation of the skin
on contact in some persons.
Skin contact is not thought to produce harmful health effects (as classified under EC
Directives using animal models). Systemic harm, however, has been identified following
exposure of animals by at least one other route and the material may still produce health
damage following entry through wounds, lesions or abrasions. Good hygiene practice
requires that exposure be kept to a minimum and that suitable gloves be used in an
occupational setting.
Solution of material in moisture on the skin, or perspiration, may increase irritant
effects.
Entry into the blood-stream, through, for example, cuts, abrasions or lesions, may
produce systemic injury with harmful effects. Examine the skin prior to the use of the
material and ensure that any external damage is suitably protected.
INHALED
The material is not thought to produce either adverse health effects or irritation of the
respiratory tract following inhalation (as classified by EC Directives using animal
models). Nevertheless, adverse systemic effects have been produced following exposure of
animals by at least one other route and good hygiene practice requires that exposure be
kept to a minimum and that suitable control measures be used in an occupational setting.
CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS
Long term exposure to high dust concentrations may cause changes in lung function i.e.
pneumoconiosis; caused by particles less than 0.5 micron penetrating and remaining in the
lung. Prime symptom is breathlessness; lung shadows show on X-ray.
There is some evidence from animal testing that exposure to this material may result in
toxic effects to the unborn baby.
Based on laboratory and animal testing, exposure to the material may result in
irreversible effects and mutations in humans.
TOXICITY AND IRRITATION
unless otherwise specified data extracted from RTECS - Register of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances.
TOXICITY IRRITATION
Oral (human) TDLo: 45 mg/kg/7d- C Eye (rabbit): 0.42 mg Moderate
Oral (human) TDLo: 106 mg/kg Nil Reported
Oral (man) TDLo: 180 mg/kg/6w- I
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Oral (rat) LD50: 2949 mg/kg
Unreported (man) LDLo: 221 mg/kg
Oral (rat) LD50: 1260 mg/kg
Intraperitoneal (rat) LD50: 200 mg/kg
Oral (mouse) LD50: 200 mg/kg
Intraperitoneal (mouse) LD50: 75 mg/kg
Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect*.
NOTE: Substance has been shown to be mutagenic in at least one assay, or belongs to a
family of chemicals producing damage or change to cellular DNA.
Equivocal tumorigenic agent by RTECS criteria.
for zinc sulfate heptahydrate
Sleep, ataxia, respiratory stimulation, somnolence, coma, diarrhoea,
changes in endocrine pancreas recorded.
Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Marine Pollutant:Not Determined
The material is classified as an ecotoxin* because the Fish LC50 (96 hours) is less than
or equal to 0.1 mg/l
* Classification of Substances as Ecotoxic (Dangerous to the Environment)
Appendix 8, Table 1
Compiler's Guide for the Preparation of International Chemical Safety Cards: 1993
Commission of the European Communities.
Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Recycle wherever possible.
Consult manufacturer for recycling options.
Consult State Land Waste Management Authority for disposal.
Bury residue in an authorised landfill.
Section 14 - TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
Labels Required: MISCELLANEOUS
HAZCHEM: 2X
UNDG:
Dangerous Goods Class: 9 Subrisk: None
UN Number: 3077 Packing Group: III
Shipping Name:ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S.
Air Transport IATA:
ICAO/IATA Class: 9 ICAO/IATA Subrisk: None
UN/ID Number: 3077 Packing Group: III
Special provisions: A97
Shipping Name: ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID
N.O.S.
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Maritime Transport IMDG:
IMDG Class: 9 IMDG Subrisk: None
UN Number: 3077 Packing Group: III
EMS Number: F- A, S- F Special provisions: 274 909 944
Marine Pollutant: Not Determined
Shipping Name: ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID,
N.O.S.
Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
POISONS SCHEDULE: S6
REGULATIONS
zinc sulfate (CAS: 7733-02-0) is found on the following regulatory lists;
Australia - Australian Capital Territory - Environment Protection Regulation: Ambient environmental standards (Domestic water supply - inorganic chemicals)
Australia - Australian Capital Territory Environment Protection Regulation Pollutants entering waterways - Agricultural uses (Stock)
Australia - Australian Capital Territory Environment Protection Regulation Pollutants entering waterways - Domestic water quality
Australia Exposure Standards
Australia High Volume Industrial Chemical List (HVICL)
Australia Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS)
Australia National Pollutant Inventory
Australia Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons (SUSDP) - Appendix E (Part 2)
Australia Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons (SUSDP) - Appendix F (Part 3)
Australia Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons (SUSDP) - Schedule 4
Australia Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons (SUSDP) - Schedule 6
Australia Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) Substances that may be used as active ingredients in Listed medicines
OECD Representative List of High Production Volume (HPV) Chemicals
United Nations Convention Against Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances - Table II
zinc sulfate (CAS: 7446-19-7) is found on the following regulatory lists;
Australia - Australian Capital Territory - Environment Protection Regulation: Ambient environmental standards (Domestic water supply - inorganic chemicals)
Australia - Australian Capital Territory Environment Protection Regulation Pollutants entering waterways - Agricultural uses (Stock)
Australia - Australian Capital Territory Environment Protection Regulation Pollutants entering waterways - Domestic water quality
Australia Exposure Standards
Australia High Volume Industrial Chemical List (HVICL)
Australia Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS)
Australia National Pollutant Inventory
Australia Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons (SUSDP) - Appendix E (Part 2)
Australia Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons (SUSDP) - Appendix F (Part 3)
Australia Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons (SUSDP) - Schedule 4
Australia Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons (SUSDP) - Schedule 6
Australia Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) Substances that may be used as active ingredients in Listed medicines
OECD Representative List of High Production Volume (HPV) Chemicals
United Nations Convention Against Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances - Table II
zinc sulfate (CAS: 7446-20-0) is found on the following regulatory lists;
Australia - Australian Capital Territory - Environment Protection Regulation: Ambient environmental standards (Domestic water supply - inorganic chemicals)
Australia - Australian Capital Territory Environment Protection Regulation Pollutants entering waterways - Agricultural uses (Stock)
Australia - Australian Capital Territory Environment Protection Regulation Pollutants entering waterways - Domestic water quality
Australia Exposure Standards
Australia High Volume Industrial Chemical List (HVICL)
Australia Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS)
Australia National Pollutant Inventory
Australia Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons (SUSDP) - Appendix E (Part 2)
Australia Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons (SUSDP) - Appendix F (Part 3)
Australia Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons (SUSDP) - Schedule 4
Australia Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons (SUSDP) - Schedule 6
Australia Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) Substances that may be used as active ingredients in Listed medicines
OECD Representative List of High Production Volume (HPV) Chemicals
United Nations Convention Against Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances - Table II
Section 16 - OTHER INFORMATION
INGREDIENTS WITH MULTIPLE CAS NUMBERS
Ingredient Name CAS
zinc sulfate 7733- 02- 0, 7446- 19- 7, 7446- 20- 0
REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH GUIDELINES
Established occupational exposure limits frequently do not take into consideration
reproductive end points that are clearly below the thresholds for other toxic effects.
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Section 16 - OTHER INFORMATION
Occupational reproductive guidelines (ORGs) have been suggested as an additional
standard. These have been established after a literature search for reproductive no
-observed-adverse effect-level (NOAEL) and the lowest-observed-adverse-effect-level
(LOAEL). In addition the US EPA's procedures for risk assessment for hazard
identification and dose-response assessment as applied by NIOSH were used in the creation
of such limits. Uncertainty factors (UFs) have also been incorporated.
Ingredient ORG UF Endpoi CR Adeq
nt TLV
zinc sulfate 2 mg/m3 1000 D NA -
These exposure guidelines have been derived from a screening level of risk assessment and
should not be construed as unequivocally safe limits. ORGS represent an 8-hour time
-weighted average unless specified otherwise.
CR = Cancer Risk/10000; UF = Uncertainty factor:
TLV believed to be adequate to protect reproductive health:
LOD: Limit of detection
Toxic endpoints have also been identified as:
D = Developmental; R = Reproductive; TC = Transplacental carcinogen
Jankovic J., Drake F.: A Screening Method for Occupational Reproductive
American Industrial Hygiene Association Journal 57: 641-649 (1996).
MSDS SECTION CHANGES
The following table displays the version number of and date on which each section was last changed.
Section Name Version Date Section Name Version Date Section Name Version Date
Fire Fighter 4 29- Jul- 2005 Physical 6 29- Dec- 2006 Acute Health 6 29- Dec- 2006
(fire/explosion Properties (swallowed)
hazard)
Storage (storage 4 29- Jul- 2005 Acute Health (eye) 6 29- Dec- 2006 Chronic Health 6 29- Dec- 2006
incompatibility)
Exposure Standard 6 29- Dec- 2006 Acute Health 6 29- Dec- 2006 Disposal 4 29- Jul- 2005
(inhaled)
Appearance 5 16- Jun- 2006 Acute Health 6 29- Dec- 2006 Transport 6 29- Dec- 2006
(skin)
Classification of the preparation and its individual components has drawn on official and
authoritative sources as well as independent review by the Chemwatch Classification
committee using available literature references.
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