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Safety Data Sheet according to EC Regulation 1272 / 2008

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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

SODIUM FORMALDEHYDE SULPHOXYLATE (SAFOLITE

TM

)

Revision No and Date: 01/15-07-2011

1. Identification of substance and manufacturer

1.1 Product details

Product name : Sodium formaldehyde sulphoxylate

Trade Name : SAFOLITE

CAS No. : 149-44-0

1.2 Relevant identified use of the substance

Relevant use : Industrial

1.3 Company details

TRANSPEK-SILOX INDUSTRY LIMITED

Kalali Road, Atladra, Vadodara - 390 012

Gujarat, India

Telephone : +91 265 2680401-05

Fax : +91 265 2680407

1.4 Emergency contact details

Telephone: +91 265 2680401, email : info@tsilbrd.com

Contact person: Site manager

2. Hazard Identification

2.1 Classification of the substance

Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [EU-GHS/CLP]

Germ cell mutagenicity : Category-2

Classification according to EU Directives 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC

Possible risk of irreversible effects. Contact with acids liberates toxic gas.

2.2 Labeling element

Labeling according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [CLP]

Pictogram

Signal word : Warning.

Hazard statement(s) : H341- Suspected of causing genetic defect.

: H402- Harmful to aquatic life

: H413 May cause long lasting effect to aquatic life

Precautionary statement(s) : P201 - Obtain special instructions before use.

: P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have

been read and understood

: P281 - Use personal protective equipment as required

: P308 +P313 - If exposed or concerned: Get medical

advice / attention

: P405 - Store locked up

: P501 - Dispose of contents / container as hazardous

waste in accordance with local regulations

Supplemental Hazard information (EU) : EUH031- Contact with acids liberates toxic gas.

According to EU Directives 67/548/EEC

Hazard symbol(s)

R-phrase(s) : R68- Possible risk of irreversible effects.

: R31- Contact with acids liberates toxic gas.

S-phrase(s) : S36/37- Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.Safety Data Sheet according to EC Regulation 1272 / 2008

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3. Composition / Information on ingredients

Synonyms : Sodium Formaldehyde Sulfoxylate Hydrate,

Methanesulfinic acid, hydroxy-, monosodium salt

Formula : CH2(OH)SO2Na.2H2O

Substance Name CAS No. EINECS

Sodium dithionite 149-44-0 205-739-4

4. First-aid measures

4.1 General advice : Consult a physician. Show this MSDS to the doctor.

In case of skin contact : Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.

If inhaled : If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give

artificial respiration. Consult a physician.

In case of eye contact : Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.

If swallowed : Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse

mouth with water. Consult a physician.

4.2

4.3

Symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

The chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.

Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

No data available.

5. Fire-fighting measures

Suitable extinguishing media : Water, Foam, Carbon dioxide (CO2).

Special hazards arising from the

substance

: Carbon oxides, Sulphur oxides, Sodium

oxides

Precautions for fire-fighters : Wear self contained breathing apparatus,

tight protective clothing, rubber boots and

thick rubber gloves for fire fighting

6. Accidental release measures

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Wear respiratory protection. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas. Ensure

adequate ventilation. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Avoid breathing dust.

6.2 Method for containment and cleaning up

Pick up and arrange disposal without creating dust. Sweep up and shovel. Do not flush with water.

Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.

6.3 Environmental precautions

Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains.

7. Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling

Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols.

Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.

7.2 Precautions for safe storage

Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.

Never allow product to get in contact with water during storage. Do not store near acids.

Store away from foodstuffs.

7.3 Specific end uses

As a Redox Catalyst in Emulsion Polymerization process for Manufacturing ABS, SBR, X-SBR, NBR,

CR, PVC-latices, PVA, EVCL, Vinyl Acrylate, Styrene Acetate in polymer industries, Discharge

Printing Agent on Cotton and Synthetic Fibers in textile industries and as stabilizer / antioxidant in a

wide range of Drug formulationsSafety Data Sheet according to EC Regulation 1272 / 2008

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8. Exposure controls and personal protection

8.1 Control parameters : Components with workplace control parameters

8.2 Exposure controls

Appropriate engineering controls

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks

and at the end of workday.

Eye/face protection

Safety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN166 Use equipment for eye protection tested and

approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).

Skin protection

Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique

(without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of

contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices.

Wash and dry hands.

The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of EU Directive 89/686/EEC and the

standard EN 374 derived from it.

Body Protection

Impervious clothing to be used. The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the

concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.

Respiratory protection

Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a full-face particle

respirator type N100 (US) or type P3 (EN 143) respirator cartridges as a backup to engineering

controls. If the respirator is the sole means of protection, use a full-face supplied air respirator. Use

respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as

NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).

9. Physical and chemical properties

a. Physical state at 20

0

C Crystalline powder

b. Colour White

c. Odour Product specific

d. pH ~ 10 (DIN 53785)

e. Melting point/range 139-140

0

C (OECD 102) after decomposition

f. Boiling point No data available

g. Flash point >100 °C (DIN 51758)

h. Density 1.744 g/cm

3

(OECD 109)

i. Water solubility 500 - 600 g/l at 20

0

C+/- 0.5

0

C (OECD 105)

j. Auto-ignition temperature (

0

C) Product is not self igniting.

k. Explosion lower/upper limit % Product does not present an explosion hazard.

l. Segregation Coefficient < 0.3 (OECD 107)

m. Evaporation rate No data available

n. Vapour pressure <10

-7

hPa

o. Bulk density at 20 °C ~1000 kg/m

3

(DIN 53466)

p. Viscosity No data available

q. Oxidizing properties No data available

r. Vapour density No data available

10. Stability and reactivity

10.1 Hazardous reactions: Contact with acids liberates toxic gas.

10.2 Material to avoid: Don't store together with acids and oxidizing agent.Safety Data Sheet according to EC Regulation 1272 / 2008

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10.3 Hazardous decomposition products: Reacts with acids releasing Sulfur dioxides; small quantities

of formaldehyde may be formed.

11. Toxicological information

11.1 Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity : LD50/oral/rat: > 5000 mg/kg (rat OECD 401)

Skin corrosion/irritation: non-irritant (OECD 405 rabbit)

Serious eye damage/eye irritation: no data available

Respiratory or skin sensitization: no data available

Germ cell mutagenicity: In vitro tests showed mutagenic effects, Genotoxicity in vivo - mouse

Intraperitoneal - positive

Carcinogenicity:

IARC: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as

probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC..

Reproductive toxicity: no data available

Sub-acute to chronic toxicity: Oral NOAEL (28d) 300 mg/kg (rat OECD 422)

CMR effects (carcinogenetic, mutagenicity and toxicity for reproduction): Micronucleus test in

bone marrow: The substance is clastogenic in the micronucleus test. Mutagenic Category 2

Aspiration hazard: no data available

Potential health effects

Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation.

Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed.

Skin: May be harmful if absorbed through skin. May cause skin irritation.

Eyes: May cause eye irritation.

Signs and Symptoms of Exposure

To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been

thoroughly investigated.

12. Ecological information

12.1 Toxicity:

Aquatic toxicity

EC50 20 mg/L (daphnia magna, 48 h, OECD 202)

IC50 370 mg/L (scenedesmus subspicatus, 72 h, OECD 201)

LC50 10000 mg/L (leuciscus idus, 96 h, OECD 203)

Behaviour in sewage processing plants:

EC50 1000 mg/l (DIN 38 421, part 8)

12.2 Persistence and degradability:

Classification: The product is not readily biodegradable

Other information: The product is inherently biodegradable (OECD 302 B)

12.3 Elimination information

Method of analysis: OECD 301 B

Degree of elimination: 58% 29 d

12.4 Additional ecological information:

COD value:

CSB ~ 490 mg O2 / g (DIN 38412 part 43)

AOX-indication:

The product doesn't contain organically bound halogen as per formulation. It will not increase the

AOX value when discharged from treatment plant or into neutral waters.

13. Disposal considerations

13.1 Waste treatment method

Product: Must not be disposed together with household garbage. Must be dumped or incinerated

in accordance with local regulations.

Contaminated packaging

Uncontaminated packs can be re-used.

Packs that cannot be cleaned should be disposed of in the same manner as the contents.

Comply with local regulations for disposalSafety Data Sheet according to EC Regulation 1272 / 2008

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14. Transport information

Not classified as hazardous under transport regulations (ADR / RID / ADNR / IMDG/ ICAO / IATA)

15. Regulatory information

.

Regulations:

Employment restrictions concerning pregnant and lactating women must be observed.

Employment restrictions concerning juveniles must be observed.

Breakdown regulations: Directive 96/82/EC: Not listed.

Water hazard class: Water hazard class 1 - Self- assessment - slightly hazardous for water.

16. Other information

Recommended restriction of use

Only for industrial use. The fields of application are specified in the "Technical Information" belonging to the

product(s). Any further intended application should be discussed with the manufacturer.

Sources:

SOCMA: Testing of Certain High Production Volume Chemicals; Final Rule Federal Register 71(51), 13708-

13735, March 16

th

2006, Methane Sulfinic Acid, Hydroxy-, Monosodium Salt (SFS) CAS No. 149-44-0.

IUCLID, International Uniform Chemical Database (European Commission)

GESTIS - substances data base (BIA)

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Disclaimer: The Transpek -Silox Industry limited (TSIL) provides the information contained herein in good faith but

makes no representation as to its comprehensiveness or accuracy. This document is intended only guide to the

appropriate precautionary handling of the material by a properly trained person using this product. The information

contained herein is based on the present state of our knowledge and does not therefore guarantee certain properties.

TSIL will not be responsible for damages resulting from use of or reliance upon the information. Recipients of our

product must take responsibility for observing existing laws and regulations

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