| SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking |
| 1.2. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against |
| 1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet |
| CRC Industries UK Ltd. |
| Wylds Road |
| Castlefield Industrial Estate |
| TA6 4DD Bridgwater Somerset |
| United Kingdom |
| Tel.: +44 1278 727200 |
| Fax.: +44 1278 425644 |
| E-mail : hse.uk@crcind.com |
| 1.4. Emergency telephone number |
| (+44)(0)1278 72 7200
(office hours) |
| SECTION 2: Hazards identification |
| 2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture |
| Classification according to 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC: |
| Health: |
R20/21: Harmful by inhalation and in contact with skin. |
| Physical: |
R10: Flammable. |
| Environment: |
R51/53: Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. |
| Warning symbol(s) : |
Xn : HARMFUL |
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| | N : DANGEROUS FOR THE ENVIRONMENT |
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| Risk-phrase(s) : |
R10: Flammable. |
| | R20/21: Harmful by inhalation and in contact with skin. |
| | R51/53: Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. |
| Safety-phrase(s) : |
S2: Keep out of the reach of children. |
| | S35: This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way. |
| | S46: If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label. |
| Special labelling provisions: |
Restricted to professional users. |
| SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients |
| Hazardous ingredient | CAS-nr. | EC-nr | w/w % | symbol | R-phrases* | Notes |
| xylene | 1330-20-7 | 215-535-7 | 30-60 | Xn | 10-20/21-38 | A |
| zinc powder - zinc dust (stabilized) | 7440-66-6 | 231-175-3 | 5-10 | N | 50/53 | |
| Explanation notes |
A : substance with Community workplace exposure limit |
| Hazardous ingredient | Registration number | CAS-nr. | EC-nr | w/w % | Hazard Class and Category | Hazard statement | Notes |
| xylene | | 1330-20-7 | 215-535-7 | 30-60 | Flam. Liq. 3, Acute Tox. 4, Acute Tox. 4, Skin Irrit. 2 | H226,H332,H312,H315 | A |
| zinc powder - zinc dust (stabilized) | | 7440-66-6 | 231-175-3 | 5-10 | Aquatic Acute 1, Aquatic Chronic 1 | H400,H410 | |
| Explanation notes |
A : substance with Community workplace exposure limit |
| (* Explanation phrases : see chapter 16) |
| SECTION 4: First aid measures |
| 4.1. Description of first aid measures |
| Contact with eyes : |
If substance has got into eyes, immediately wash out with water for at least 15 minutes |
| | Seek medical advice |
| Contact with skin : |
Remove contaminated clothing immediately and drench affected skin with plenty of water. Then wash with soap and water |
| | Seek medical advice |
| Inhalation : |
IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. |
| | Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. |
| Ingestion : |
If swallowed do not induce vomiting because of risk of aspiration into the lungs. If aspiration is suspected obtain immediate medical attention |
| 4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed |
| Inhalation : |
Harmful by inhalation. |
| | Symptoms : sore throat, cough, shortness of breath, headache |
| Ingestion : |
May induce chemical pneumonia. |
| | Symptoms : sore throat, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting |
| Skin contact : |
Harmful in contact with skin |
| | Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking. |
| | Symptoms : redness and pain |
| Eye contact : |
May cause irritation. |
| | Symptoms : redness and pain |
| 4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed |
| General Advice : |
If you feel unwell, seek medical advice (show the label where possible |
| | If symptoms persist always call a doctor |
| SECTION 5: Firefighting measures |
| foam, carbon dioxide or dry agent |
| 5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture |
| Forms hazardous decomposition products |
| CO,CO2 |
| 5.3. Advice for firefighters |
| Keep container(s) exposed to fire cool, by spraying with water |
| In case of fire, do not breathe fumes |
| SECTION 6: Accidental release measures |
| 6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures |
| Shut off all ignition sources |
| Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. |
| Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves. |
| 6.2. Environmental precautions |
| Do not allow to enter public sewers and watercourses |
| If polluted water reaches drainage systems or water courses, immediately inform appropriate authorities |
| 6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up |
| Absorb spillage in suitable inert material |
| Place in appropriate container |
| 6.4. Reference to other sections |
| For further information see section 8 |
| SECTION 7: Handling and storage |
| 7.1. Precautions for safe handling |
| Keep away from heat and sources of ignition |
| Take precautionary measures against static discharges |
| Equipment should be earthed |
| Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/.../equipment. |
| Use only non-sparking tools. |
| Do not breathe aerosols or vapours. |
| Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. |
| Avoid contact with skin and eyes. |
| Wash thoroughly after use |
| Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. |
| 7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities |
| Keep in a cool, dry, well ventilated place |
| Keep out of reach of children. |
| SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection |
| Hazardous ingredient | CAS-nr. | method | | |
| EU established exposure limits: |
| xylene | 1330-20-7 | TWA | 50 ppm |
| | STEL | 100 ppm |
| National established exposure limits, United Kingdom |
| xylene | 1330-20-7 | TWA | 50 ppm |
| | STEL | 100 ppm |
| Control procedures : |
Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. |
| | Keep away from heat and sources of ignition |
| | Take precautionary measures against static discharges |
| Personal protection : |
Take precautions to avoid contact with skin and eyes when handling the product. |
| | Do not breathe aerosols or vapours. |
| inhalation : |
In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. |
|
Air purifying respirator equiped with organic gas/vapor cartridge (type A) |
| hands and skin : |
Wear suitable protective gloves |
| eyes : |
Wear safety eyewear according to EN 166. |
| SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties |
| 9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties |
| Appearance : physical state : |
Liquid. |
| Boiling point/range : |
> 100 °C |
| Flash point : |
25 °C (Closed Cup) |
| Evaporation rate : |
Not available. |
| Explosion limits : upper limit : |
Not available. |
| lower limit : |
Not available. |
| Vapour pressure : |
Not available. |
| Relative density : |
0.9 Not available. |
| Solubility in water : |
Insoluble in water |
| Viscosity : |
Not available. |
| SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity |
| No hazardous reactions known if used for its intended purpose |
| 10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions |
| No hazardous reactions known if used for its intended purpose |
| 10.4. Conditions to avoid |
| 10.5. Incompatible materials |
| 10.6. Hazardous decomposition products |
| SECTION 11: Toxicological information |
| 11.1. Information on toxicological effects |
| Inhalation : |
Harmful by inhalation. |
| | Excessive inhalation of solvent vapours may give rise to nausea, headaches and dizziness |
| Ingestion : |
May cause gastrointestinal disturbances |
| Skin contact : |
Harmful in contact with skin |
| | Prolonged skin contact will result in defatting of the skin, leading to irritation, and in some cases, dermatitis |
| Eye contact : |
May cause irritation. |
| SECTION 12: Ecological information |
| R51/53: Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. |
| 12.2. Persistence and degradability |
| No experimental data available |
| 12.3. Bioaccumulative potential |
| No experimental data available |
| 12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment |
| 12.6. Endocrine disrupting properties |
| No experimental data available |
| SECTION 13: Disposal considerations |
| 13.1. Waste treatment methods |
| Product : |
This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way. |
| | Do not discharge into drains or the environment, dispose to an authorised waste collection point. |
| Contaminated packaging : |
Disposal should be in accordance with local, state or national legislation |
| SECTION 14: Transport information |
| 14.2. UN proper shipping name |
| Proper shipping name: |
PAINT (Zinc) |
| 14.3. Transport hazard class(es) |
| ADR/RID - Classification code: |
F1 |
| 14.5. Environmental hazards |
| ADR/RID - Environmentally hazardous: |
Yes |
| IMDG - Marine pollutant: |
Marine pollutant |
| IATA/ICAO - Environmentally hazardous: |
Yes |
| 14.6. Special precautions for user |
| ADR/RID - Tunnelcode: |
(D/E) |
| 14.7. Maritime transport in bulk according to IMO instruments |
| SECTION 15: Regulatory information |
| 15.1. Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture |
| The Safety Data Sheet is compiled according to the current European requirements. |
| EU-directive 99/45/EC
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| Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 (CLP)
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| Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH)
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| 15.2. Chemical safety assessment |
| SECTION 16: Other information |
| *Explanation hazard statements: |
H226 : Flammable liquid and vapour. |
| | H312 : Harmful in contact with skin. |
| | H315 : Causes skin irritation. |
| | H332 : Harmful if inhaled. |
| | H400 : Very toxic to aquatic life. |
| | H410 : Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. |
This product should be stored, handled and used in accordance with good industrial hygiene practices and in conformity with any legal regulation.
The information contained herewith is based on the present state of our knowledge and is intended to describe our products from the point of view of safety requirements. It does not guarantee any specific properties.
Apart from any fair dealing for purposes of study, research and review of health, safety and environmental risks,no part of these documents may be reproduced by any process without written permission from CRC. |
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