SAFETY DATA SHEET CHROMIUM TRIOXIDE (CRYSTALS) Version Revision Date: SDS Number: Date of last issue: 21.05.2019 3.0 22.05.2019 103000009062 Country / Language: ZA / 6N 1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION Product name : CHROMIUM TRIOXIDE (CRYSTALS) Product code : 05346681 Manufacturer or supplier's details Supplier : Brother CISA (Pty) Ltd. Karbochem Road, Private Bag X6600 2940 Newcastle, South Africa Telephone : +27343707000 Sales Office +27343707000 Manufacturing Plant E-mail address of person : [email protected] responsible for the SDS Emergency telephone number : +27343707000 Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use Recommended use : Industrial use 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION GHS Classification Oxidizing solids : Category 1 Acute toxicity (Oral) : Category 3 Acute toxicity (Inhalation) : Category 2 Acute toxicity (Dermal) : Category 2 Skin corrosion/irritation : Sub-category 1A Serious eye damage/eye irri- : Category 1 tation Respiratory sensitisation : Category 1 Skin sensitisation : Category 1 Germ cell mutagenicity : Category 1B Carcinogenicity : Category 1A Reproductive toxicity : Category 2 1 / 15 Print Date: 13.01.2020 SAFETY DATA SHEET CHROMIUM TRIOXIDE (CRYSTALS) Version Revision Date: SDS Number: Date of last issue: 21.05.2019 3.0 22.05.2019 103000009062 Country / Language: ZA / 6N Specific target organ toxicity - : Category 3 (Respiratory system, Narcotic effects) single exposure Specific target organ toxicity - : Category 1 repeated exposure Short-term (acute) aquatic : Category 1 hazard Long-term (chronic) aquatic : Category 1 hazard GHS label elements Hazard pictograms : Signal word : Danger Hazard statements : H271 May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidizer. H301 Toxic if swallowed. H310 + H330 Fatal in contact with skin or if inhaled. H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction. H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. H335 May cause respiratory irritation. H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness. H340 May cause genetic defects. H350 May cause cancer. H361f Suspected of damaging fertility. H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Precautionary statements : Prevention: P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P220 Keep away from clothing and other combustible materi- als. P260 Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray. P262 Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of 2 / 15 Print Date: 13.01.2020 SAFETY DATA SHEET CHROMIUM TRIOXIDE (CRYSTALS) Version Revision Date: SDS Number: Date of last issue: 21.05.2019 3.0 22.05.2019 103000009062 Country / Language: ZA / 6N the workplace. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protec- tion/ face protection/ hearing protection. P283 Wear fire resistant or flame retardant clothing. P284 Wear respiratory protection. Response: P301 + P310 + P330 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. Rinse mouth. P301 + P330 + P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediate- ly all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water. P304 + P340 + P310 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. P305 + P351 + P338 + P310 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. P306 + P360 IF ON CLOTHING: rinse immediately contami- nated clothing and skin with plenty of water before removing clothes. P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P333 + P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical ad- vice/ attention. P361 + P364 Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish. P371 + P380 + P375 In case of major fire and large quantities: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion. P391 Collect spillage. Storage: P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405 Store locked up. P420 Store separately. Disposal: P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant. Other hazards which do not result in classification Causes digestive tract burns. 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Substance / Mixture : Substance 3 / 15 Print Date: 13.01.2020 SAFETY DATA SHEET CHROMIUM TRIOXIDE (CRYSTALS) Version Revision Date: SDS Number: Date of last issue: 21.05.2019 3.0 22.05.2019 103000009062 Country / Language: ZA / 6N Hazardous components Chemical name CAS-No. Concentration (% w/w) chromium (VI) trioxide 1333-82-0 >= 100 4. FIRST AID MEASURES General advice : Move out of dangerous area. Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance. Symptoms of poisoning may appear several hours later. Do not leave the victim unattended. If inhaled : Get medical attention immediately. Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position com- fortable for breathing. If unconscious, place in recovery position and get medical attention immediately. Maintain open airway. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Chemical burns must be treated promptly by a physician. If not breathing, if breathing is irregular or if respiratory arrest occurs, provide artificial respiration or oxygen by trained per- sonnel. In case of skin contact : After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water. If the skin becomes scratched or wounded, dab it with satu- rated gauze pads or compresses using a freshly made up ascorbic acid solution (10 g in 100 g water). Seek medical advice immediately. Give the patient 2 g ascorbic acid (vita- min C) immediately. Immediate medical treatment is necessary as untreated wounds from corrosion of the skin heal slowly and with difficul- ty. Take victim immediately to hospital. If on clothes, remove clothes. In case of eye contact : Get medical attention immediately. In the case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Continue to rinse for at least 10 minutes. Small amounts splashed into eyes can cause irreversible tis- sue damage and blindness. Continue rinsing eyes during transport to hospital. Remove contact lenses. Protect unharmed eye. Keep eye wide open while rinsing. Chemical burns must be treated promptly by a physician. If swallowed : Get medical attention immediately. 4 / 15 Print Date: 13.01.2020 SAFETY DATA SHEET CHROMIUM TRIOXIDE (CRYSTALS) Version Revision Date: SDS Number: Date of last issue: 21.05.2019 3.0 22.05.2019 103000009062 Country / Language: ZA / 6N Allow the patient to drink 5 - 10 g ascorbic acid (not efferves- cent tablets) dissolved in water. This dose can be repeated several times. Take victim immediately to hospital. Keep respiratory tract clear. Most important symptoms : Toxic if swallowed. and effects, both acute and Fatal in contact with skin or if inhaled. delayed May cause an allergic skin reaction. Causes serious eye damage. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficul- ties if inhaled. May cause genetic defects. May cause cancer. Suspected of damaging fertility. Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. Causes severe burns. Protection of first-aiders : No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. Notes to physician : No special measures required. 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES Suitable extinguishing media : Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or car- bon dioxide. Unsuitable extinguishing : Do NOT use water jet. media Specific hazards during fire- : oxidizing fighting May cause fire or explosion. Do not allow run-off from fire fighting to enter drains or water courses. Hazardous combustion prod- : Metal oxides ucts Specific extinguishing meth- : Collect contaminated fire extinguishing water separately. This ods must not be discharged into drains. Fire residues and contaminated fire extinguishing water must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations. For safety reasons in case of fire, cans should be stored sepa- rately in closed containments. Use a water spray to cool fully closed containers. Special protective equipment : Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if nec- for firefighters essary. 5 / 15 Print Date: 13.01.2020 SAFETY DATA SHEET CHROMIUM TRIOXIDE (CRYSTALS) Version Revision Date: SDS Number: Date of last issue: 21.05.2019 3.0 22.05.2019 103000009062 Country / Language: ZA / 6N 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Personal precautions, protec- : Use personal protective equipment. tive equipment and emer- Avoid dust formation. gency procedures Avoid breathing dust. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Environmental precautions : Prevent product from entering drains. Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. If the product contaminates rivers and lakes or drains inform respective authorities.