Material Safety Data Sheet

Basic chromium sulphate

Health Safety Environment

Issue date: November 1, 2005

1.PRODUCT INFORMATION

Product Name : Basic chromium sulphate

Product Use : Leather tanning and retanning

Chemical Family : inorganic tanning materials

Contact Address : P.O.BOX 15815/3736 TEHRAN-IRAN

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY      CALL :+98 (21) 88843227 – 8   FAX :+98 (21) 88826168

2.HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

This mixed salt practically contains cr2O3 and Na2SO4

3.HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

In consideration of the well-known toxicological features of the two components, the salt can be classified as having a very low degree of acute toxicity. if ingested.

Moreover, it may be slightly dangers for the environment. 

4.FIRST AID MEASURES

INHALATION: Leave the site and breathe fresh air. Should the symptoms of dust inhalation persist? Consult a doctor.

INGESTION: Rinse mouth with water several times. Drink water, in order to cause vomiting. If necessary Consult a doctor.

EYES: In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and get medical attention.

SKIN: Wash with water.

5.FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA

The product is incombustible. if burnt , due to thermal decomposition, fumes containing Sox may be given off.

SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING PROCEDURES: Fire- fighters should wear self- contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing when fighting chemical fires.

RADIOACTIVITY PROPERTIES: This product has not any radioactivity effect

6.ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

 Dry-recover the product with the mechanical means available. Store it in suitable containers for re-employment or disposal according to regulations. prevent the product to be discharged into the sewerage system or to reach surface waters

7.HANDLING AND STORAGE

HANDLING: Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid contact with eyes. Avoid ingestion.

STORAGE REQUIREMENTS:Keep container tightly closed when not in use. Keep out of moisture.

8.EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:

Eyes: Avoid eye contact. Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses.

Skin: Wear gloves.

9.PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

10.STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

STABILITY                : Stable under normal conditions of use.

11.TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES:

Harmful if swallowed.

ACUTE OVEREXPOSURE EFFECTS :

INHALATION: May cause sensitization.

INGESTION: Harmful if swallowed .

EYE CONTACT: May cause irritation.

SKIN CONTACT: not available.

ACUTE TOXICITY :  slightly Toxic

CHRONIC EFFECTS:  

SENSITIZATION:          not available.

CARCINOGENICITY:  not available.

MUTAGENICITY:    not available

REPRODUCTIVE TOXICITY:  not available

12-ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

AQUATIC TOXICITY: slightly Toxic

13 . DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

WASTE DISPOSAL: Disposal should be made in accordance with EC, national and local regulations.

14. SHPPING  INFORMATION

SHIPPING NAME : NOT RESTRICTED

                           AIR- ICAO/ IATA    N/A

                           SEA-IMO/IMDG     N/A

                           ADR/RID-ADNR     N/A

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

NAME(S) ON LABEL: Basic chromium sulphate

CLASSIFICATION/SYMBOL : slightly Toxic

RISK PHRASES : May be Irritating to eyes.

SAFETY PHRASES:  Wear suitable clothing, gloves and dust protection.

16.OTHER INFORMATION  

This product is obtained by reduction of sodium bicarbonate with organic compounds.

This safety data sheet information is considered to be true and correct at the present time. Nevertheless the data supplied and recommendations can not be taken as a guarantee .As the use conditions of the product are out of our company control, it is responsibility of the user to determine the safety of the use condition.

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P.O.Box: 15815 / 3736

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Tel: +98 (21) 88843227 – 8

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