Material Safety Data Sheet

Revised Date: 15-04-2016

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Section -1:
1: Hazcom Label Information______________________________________
Information______________________________________
Product Identification : Ruston
Company Name : Semco Chemical Product
Company Address : 126 Mukto Bangla Shopping Complex (6th floor), Dhaka-1216.
Dhaka
Emergency Phone No. : 02
02-9024269, 8034915, 01917710275
E-mail : [email protected]
Web : www.semcogroupbd.com
Section-2:
2: Ingredients: CAS No
1. Sodium hydrosulfite (7775
(7775-14-6)

Toxicological Data on Ingredients:

Sodium hydrosulfite: ORAL (LD50): Acute: >500 mg/kg [Rat]. DERMAL (LD50):
Acute:
>10000 mg/kg [Rabbit].

Section-3 : Hazards Identification

Identification__________________________________________
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Potential Acute Health Effects: Hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant), of
ingestion. Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant) , of inhalation.
Potential Chronic Health Effects:
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available. Repeated or pr prolonged
olonged exposure is not
known to aggravate medical condition

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Section-4 : First Aid Measure______________________________________________
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Eye Contact: Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately
flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
es. Cold water may be used. Get
medical attention.

Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient.
Get medical attention if irritation
ritation develops. Cold water may be used.

Serious Skin Contact : Not available.

Inhalation: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If
breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention.

Serious Inhalation: Evacuate the victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight
clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If breathing is difficult, administer
oxygen. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth
mouth-to-mouth
mouth resuscitation. Seek
medical attention.
Ingestion: Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If large quantities of this
material are swallowed, call a physician immediately. Loosen tight clothing such as a
collar, tie, belt or waistband.

Serious Ingestion: Not available.

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Section-5 : Fire Fighting Measure__________________________________________
Flammability of the Product: Flammable.
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Points: Not available.
Flammable Limits: Not available.
Products of Combustion: Some metallic oxides.
Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Highly flammable in presence of
open flames and sparks, of heat. Slightly flammable to flammable in presence of
moisture. Non-flammable in presence of shocks.
Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Risks of explosion of the
product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available. Risks of explosion of the
product inpresence of static discharge: Not available.
Fire Fighting Media and Instructions: Flammable solid. Spontaneously combustible
material. Do not use water or foam. SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
LARGE FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder. Use water spray or fog. Cool containing
vessels with water jet in order to prevent pressure build-up, auto ignition or explosion.
Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: Burns slowly, about like sulfur. Heats
spontaneously in contact with moisture and air. May ignite nearby combustible materials.
Vigorously supports combustion. Sodium Dithionite + Sodium Chlorite causes ignition
of the latter. Reacts on exposure to moist air form toxic and corrosive fumes with the
generation of heat and risk of combustion.
Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: Not available.
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Section- 6 : Accidental Release Measures__________________________________________
Small Spill: Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal
container
Large Spill: Spontaneously combustible solid. Oxidizing material. Stop leak if without
risk. Do not get water inside container. Avoid contact with a combustible material
(wood, paper, oil, clothing...). Keep substance damp using water spray. Do not touch
spilled material. Use water spray curtain to divert vapor drift. Cover with dry earth, sand
or other non-combustible material. Prevent entry into sewers, basements or confined
areas. Prevent entry into sewers, basements or confined areas; dike if needed. Eliminate
all ignition sources. Call for assistance on disposal.
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Section-7 : Handling & Storage____________________________________________
Precautions: Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Keep away
from direct sunlight or strong incandescent light. Ground all equipment containing
material. Do not ingest. Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact with eyes. Avoid shock and
friction. Wear suitable protective clothing. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately
and show the container or the label. Keep away from incompatibles such as oxidizing
agents, acids, moisture.
Storage: Store in a segregated and approved area. Keep in a cool and ventilated area
away from combustible materials. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Keep
container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Separate from acids, alkalis,
reducing agents and combustibles. Avoid all possible sources of ignition (spark or
flame).
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Section-8 : Exposure control & personal protection____________________________

Engineering Controls: Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other

engineering controls to keep airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. If user
operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne
contaminants below the exposure limit.
Personal Protection: Splash goggles. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an
approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Gloves.
Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill: Splash goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator.
Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be used to avoid inhalation
of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist
BEFORE handling this product.
Exposure Limits: Not available.

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Section-9 : Physical and chemical Properties:______________________________________
Physical state and appearance : Solid. (Solid powder.)
Odor :Characteristic. Sulfurous. (Slight.)
Taste :Not available.
Molecular Weight : 174.11 g/mole
Color : White. Grayish white.
pH (1% soln/water) : Not available.
Boiling Point : Not available.
Melting Point : Decomposition temperature: 20°C (68°F)
Critical Temperature : Not available.
Specific Gravity : 0.8 - 1.02(Water = 1)
Vapor Pressure : Not applicable.
Vapor Density : Not available.
Volatility : Not available.
Odor Threshold : Not available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff. : Not available.
Ionicity (in Water) : Not available.
Dispersion Properties : See solubility in water.
Solubility : Soluble in cold water. Slightly soluble in alcohol.
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Section-10: Stability & Reactivity Data______________________________________
Stability: The product is stable.
Instability Temperature: Not available.
Conditions of Instability: Heat (above 50 deg. C) moisture, air, moist air, incompatible
materials.
Incompatibility with various substances: Reactive with acids, moisture. The product
may undergo hazardous decomposition, condensation or polymerization, it may react
violently with water to emit toxic gases or it may become self-reactive under conditions
of shock or increase in temperature or pressure.
Corrosivity: Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
Special Remarks on Reactivity: Air sensitive. Oxidizes in air(more readily so in the
presence of moisture or when in solution) to bisulfite and aquires an acid reaction. It is a
strong reducing agent and reacts violently with oxidants. Reacts with acids to form sulfur
oxides. Thermal decompositon occurs violently at 190 deg. C. Avoid contact with
oxidizing agents such as peroxides, potassium chlorate, and potassium permanganate.
Special Remarks on Corrosivity: Not available.
Polymerization: Will not occur.
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Section-11 : Toxicological Data____________________________________________
Routes of Entry: Inhalation. Ingestion.
Toxicity to Animals: Acute oral toxicity (LD50): >500 mg/kg [Rat]. Acute dermal
toxicity (LD50): >10000 mg/kg [Rabbit].
Chronic Effects on Humans: Not available.
Other Toxic Effects on Humans: Hazardous in case of ingestion. Slightly hazardous in
case of skin contact (irritant), of inhalation.
Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not available.
Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans: Not available.
Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans: Acute Potential Health Effects:
Skin: Causes skin irritation. Contact dermatitis may develop in sensitive individuals.
Causes eye irritation and possible eye damage. Inhalation: It can irritate the respiratory
tract (nose, throat, lungs)and cause wheezing, and/or shortness of breath. Ingestion: May
be harmful if ingested. It can cause gastrointestinal tract irritation with nausea,abdominal
pain, vomiting, and diarrhea. It may also affect behavior/central nervous system and
cause headache, irritability, restlessness, and convulsions. Ingestion of large amounts
may also cause hypotension, and cardiovascular collapse. Hypersensitivity reactions,
occurring more frequently in asthmatics, may produce bronchoconstriction, diaphoresis,
flushing, tachypnea, dyspnea, rhinorrhea, urticaria, tachycardia, hypotension and
anaphylaxis. Chronic Potential Health Effects: Skin: Prolonged contact may cause skin
irritation
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Section-12 : Ecological Data_______________________________________________
Ecotoxicity : Not available.
BOD5 and COD : Not available.
Products of Biodegradation: Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are
not likely. However, long term degradation products may arise.
Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: The products of degradation are less toxic
than the product itself.
Special Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation : Not available.
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Section 13 : Disposal Consideration ________________________________________
Waste Disposal: Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local
environmental control regulations.
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Section 14: Transport Information__________________________________________
DOT Classification : CLASS 4.2: Spontaneously combustible substance.
Identification : Sodium dithionate UNNA: 1384 PG: II
Special Provisions for Transport: Not available
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Section 15: Regulatory Information________________________________________
Federal and State Regulations: Connecticut hazardous material survey.: Sodium
hydrosulfite Rhode Island RTK hazardous substances: Sodium hydrosulfite Pennsylvania
RTK: Sodium hydrosulfite Massachusetts RTK: Sodium hydrosulfite New Jersey:
Sodium hydrosulfite TSCA 8(b) inventory: Sodium hydrosulfite
Other Regulations: EINECS: This product is on the European Inventory of Existing
Commercial Chemical Substances.
Other Classifications:
WHMIS (Canada):
CLASS B-6: Reactive and very flammable material. CLASS F: Dangerously reactive
material.
DSCL (EEC):
R7- May cause fire. R22- Harmful if swallowed. R31- Contact with acids liberates toxic
gas. S7/8- Keep container tightly closed and dry. S26- In case of contact with eyes, rinse
immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S28- After contact with skin,
wash immediately with plenty of water. S43- In case of fire, never use water.
HMIS (U.S.A.):
Health Hazard: 2
Fire Hazard: 3
Reactivity: 2
Personal Protection: E
National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.):
Health: 2
Flammability: 1
Reactivity: 2
Specific hazard:
Protective Equipment: Gloves. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an
approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation
is inadequate. Splash goggles.
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Section 16: Other Information_____________________________________________
These information’s are based on our present state of knowledge.
It is interned to describe the product from the point of view of safety requirements and is not
intended to guarantee any particular properties.
Md. Salauddin Khan, Chemist (Operation)
SEMCO CHEMICAL PRODUCTS.