SAFETY DATA SHEET
BC1/CC1
Issued: 01/11/00
Revision No: 1
Bayer-Wood Technologies, 2 Duddage Manor Business Park, Brockeridge Road, Twyning, Tewkesbury, GL20 6BY UK
Tel: 01684 290077
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE / PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY / UNDERTAKING
Product name: BC1/CC1
Product code: RD1301
Synonyms: A1
Use / description of product: Liquid. Toxic. Please note the small quantity - and refer to additional infromation on the last page of this MSDS
2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredient 1: POTASSIUM CHROMATE <10%
CAS: 7789-00-6
EINECS: 232-140-5
[T] R49; [T] R46; [Xi] R36/37/38; [Sens.] R43; [N] R50/53;
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Main hazards: May cause sensitisation by skin contact. May cause cancer by inhalation. May cause heritable genetic damage.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES (SYMPTOMS)
Skin contact: There may be redness or whiteness of the skin in the area of exposure.
Eye contact: There may be pain and redness.
Ingestion: There may be soreness and redness of the mouth and throat.
Inhalation: There may be irritation of the throat with a feeling of tightness in the chest.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES (ACTION)
Skin contact: Remove all contaminated clothes and footwear immediately unless stuck to skin. Drench the affected skin with running water for 10 minutes or longer if substance is still on skin. Consult a doctor.
Eye contact: Bathe the eye with running water for 15 minutes. Transfer to hospital for specialist examination.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Irrigate thoroughly for at least 10 minutes. If discomfort persists OBTAIN MEDICAL ATTENTION.
Inhalation: Remove casualty from exposure ensuring one's own safety whilst doing so. Transfer to hospital as soon as possible.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing media: Water. Do not use carbon dioxide.
Exposure hazards: In combustion emits toxic fumes.
Protection of fire-fighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Wear protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions: Refer to section 8 of SDS for personal protection details.
Environmental precautions: Do not discharge into drains or rivers.
Clean-up procedures: Transfer to a suitable container. Wash the spillage site with large amounts of water.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling requirements: Avoid direct contact with the substance.
Storage conditions: Store in cool, well ventilated area. Keep container tightly closed.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Respiratory protection: Self-contained breathing apparatus must be available in case of emergency.
Hand protection: Protective gloves.
Eye protection: Safety goggles.
Skin protection: Protective clothing with elasticated cuffs and closed neck.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
State: Liquid
Colour: Yellow
Odour: Odourless
Oxidising: Non-oxidising (by EC criteria)
Solubility in water: Miscible in all proportions
pH: 7
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable under normal conditions.
Conditions to avoid: Direct sunlight. Heat.
Materials to avoid: Reducing agents.
Haz. decomp. products: In combustion emits toxic fumes.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Routes of exposure May cause sensitisation by skin contact. May cause cancer by inhalation.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Mobility: Soluble in water.
Persistence and degradability: Not biodegradable.
Bioaccumulative potential: Bioaccumulation potential.
Other adverse effects: Toxic to aquatic organisms.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste disposal: Transfer to waste solvent drum for collection by specialist disposal company.
Disposal of packaging: Dispose of as normal industrial waste.
NB: The user's attention is drawn to the possible existence of regional or national regulations
regarding disposal.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
ADR / RID
UN no: 3287
ADR Class: 6.1
Hazard ID no: 60
Labelling: 6.1
Shipping name: TOXIC LIQUID, INORGANIC, N.O.S.
IMDG / IMO
UN no: 3287
Class: 6.1
Packing group: III
EmS: 6.1-02
Marine pollutant: YES
Labelling: 6.1
IATA / ICAO
UN no: 3287
Class: 6.1
Packing group: III
Packing instructions: 618
Quantity 220 L
Labelling: 6.1
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Hazard symbols: Toxic.
Risk phrases: R43: May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
R49: May cause cancer by inhalation.
R46: May cause heritable genetic damage.
Safety phrases: S2: Keep out of the reach of children.
S24: Avoid contact with skin.
S36/37: Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.
S45: In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show
the label where possible).
Note: The regulatory information given above only indicates the principal regulations
specifically applicable to the product described in the safety data sheet. The user's
attention is drawn to the possible existence of additional provisions which complete
these regulations. Refer to all applicable national, international and local regulations or
provisions.
16. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Additional information: The information contained within this MSDS is based on bulk quantities. The user should bear in mind the reduced hazard associated with the small quantities normally associated with test kit reagents, and adjust their responses accordingly.
Risk phrases used in s.2: R49: May cause cancer by inhalation.
R46: May cause heritable genetic damage.
R36/37/38: Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
R43: May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
R50/53: Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the
aquatic environment.
Legal disclaimer: The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. This company shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product.