Safety Data Sheet
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SAFETY DATA SHEET 1. Identification Product identifier Cadmium stearate Other means of identification Item NG-11390 Recommended use For Laboratory Use Only Recommended restrictions None known. Manufacturer/Importer/Supplier/Distributor information Manufacturer Company name Chem Service, Inc. Address 660 Tower Lane West Chester, PA 19380 United States Telephone Toll Free 800-452-9994 Direct 610-692-3026 Website www.chemservice.com E-mail [email protected] Emergency phone number Chemtrec US 800-424-9300 Chemtrec outside US +1 703-527-3887 2. Hazard(s) identification Physical hazards Not classified. Health hazards Acute toxicity, oral Category 4 Acute toxicity, dermal Category 4 Acute toxicity, inhalation Category 2 Carcinogenicity Category 1 Environmental hazards Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute Category 1 hazard Hazardous to the aquatic environment, Category 1 long-term hazard OSHA defined hazards Not classified. Label elements Signal word Danger Hazard statement Harmful if swallowed. Harmful in contact with skin. Fatal if inhaled. May cause cancer. Very toxic to aquatic life. Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Precautionary statement Prevention Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Do not breathe dust. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Wear respiratory protection. Response If swallowed: Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell. If on skin: Wash with plenty of water. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a poison center/doctor. Specific treatment is urgent (see this label). Rinse mouth. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Collect spillage. Storage Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up. Disposal Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Material name: Cadmium stearate SDS US NG-11390 Version #: 01 Issue date: 08-25-2015 1 / 9 Hazard(s) not otherwise None known. classified (HNOC) Supplemental information None. 3. Composition/information on ingredients Substances Chemical name Common name and synonyms CAS number % Cadmium stearate 2223-93-0 100 *Designates that a specific chemical identity and/or percentage of composition has been withheld as a trade secret. 4. First-aid measures Inhalation Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Oxygen or artificial respiration if needed. Do not use mouth-to-mouth method if victim inhaled the substance. Induce artificial respiration with the aid of a pocket mask equipped with a one-way valve or other proper respiratory medical device. Call a physician or poison control center immediately. Skin contact Wash off with soap and water. Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. Get medical attention if irritation develops and persists. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Eye contact Do not rub eyes. Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Get medical attention if irritation develops and persists. Ingestion Rinse mouth. If vomiting occurs, keep head low so that stomach content doesn't get into the lungs. Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. Most important Direct contact with eyes may cause temporary irritation. symptoms/effects, acute and delayed Indication of immediate Provide general supportive measures and treat symptomatically. Keep victim warm. Keep victim medical attention and special under observation. Symptoms may be delayed. treatment needed General information IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. Ensure that medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved, and take precautions to protect themselves. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance. 5. Fire-fighting measures Suitable extinguishing media Water fog. Foam. Dry chemical powder. Carbon dioxide (CO2). Unsuitable extinguishing Do not use water jet as an extinguisher, as this will spread the fire. media Specific hazards arising from During fire, gases hazardous to health may be formed. the chemical Special protective equipment Self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing must be worn in case of fire. and precautions for firefighters Fire fighting Use water spray to cool unopened containers. equipment/instructions Specific methods Use standard firefighting procedures and consider the hazards of other involved materials. General fire hazards No unusual fire or explosion hazards noted. 6. Accidental release measures Personal precautions, Keep unnecessary personnel away. Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak. Wear protective equipment and appropriate protective equipment and clothing during clean-up. Do not breathe dust. Do not touch emergency procedures damaged containers or spilled material unless wearing appropriate protective clothing. Ensure adequate ventilation. Local authorities should be advised if significant spillages cannot be contained. For personal protection, see section 8 of the SDS. Material name: Cadmium stearate SDS US NG-11390 Version #: 01 Issue date: 08-25-2015 2 / 9 Methods and materials for Avoid dispersal of dust in the air (i.e., clearing dust surfaces with compressed air). Stop the flow of containment and cleaning up material, if this is without risk. Cover with plastic sheet to prevent spreading. Absorb in vermiculite, dry sand or earth and place into containers. Large Spills: Wet down with water and dike for later disposal. Shovel the material into waste container. Prevent entry into waterways, sewer, basements or confined areas. Following product recovery, flush area with water. Small Spills: Sweep up or vacuum up spillage and collect in suitable container for disposal. Wipe up with absorbent material (e.g. cloth, fleece). Clean surface thoroughly to remove residual contamination. Never return spills to original containers for re-use. For waste disposal, see section 13 of the SDS. Environmental precautions Avoid release to the environment. Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Avoid discharge into drains, water courses or onto the ground. Inform appropriate managerial or supervisory personnel of all environmental releases. 7. Handling and storage Precautions for safe handling Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid prolonged exposure. Do not taste or swallow. When using, do not eat, drink or smoke. Should be handled in closed systems, if possible. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Avoid release to the environment. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Observe good industrial hygiene practices. Conditions for safe storage, Store locked up. Store in original tightly closed container. Store in a well-ventilated place. Store including any incompatibilities away from incompatible materials (see Section 10 of the SDS). 8. Exposure controls/personal protection Occupational exposure limits US. OSHA Specifically Regulated Substances (29 CFR 1910.1001-1050) Material Type Value Cadmium stearate (CAS TWA 0.005 mg/m3 2223-93-0) Biological limit values ACGIH Biological Exposure Indices Material Value Determinant Specimen Sampling Time Cadmium stearate (CAS 5 µg/g Cadmium Creatinine in * 2223-93-0) urine 5 µg/l Cadmium Blood * * - For sampling details, please see the source document. Appropriate engineering Good general ventilation (typically 10 air changes per hour) should be used. Ventilation rates controls should be matched to conditions. If applicable, use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to maintain airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. If exposure limits have not been established, maintain airborne levels to an acceptable level. Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment Eye/face protection Wear safety glasses with side shields (or goggles). Skin protection Hand protection Wear appropriate chemical resistant gloves. Suitable gloves can be recommended by the glove supplier. Other Wear appropriate chemical resistant clothing. Use of an impervious apron is recommended. Respiratory protection Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). Thermal hazards Wear appropriate thermal protective clothing, when necessary. General hygiene Keep away from food and drink. Always observe good personal hygiene measures, such as considerations washing after handling the material and before eating, drinking, and/or smoking. Routinely wash work clothing and protective equipment to remove contaminants. 9. Physical and chemical properties Appearance Physical state Solid. Material name: Cadmium stearate SDS US NG-11390 Version #: 01 Issue date: 08-25-2015 3 / 9 Form Solid. Crystalline Solid Color White Odor Not available. Odor threshold Not available. pH Not available. Melting point/freezing point Not available. Initial boiling point and boiling Not available. range Flash point Not available. Evaporation rate Not available.