SAFETY DATA SHEET ISR-M Revision date: 2019-06-11 Version 1.0 1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION Product Identifier Product Name: ISR-Cl Synonyms: Ferrous sulfide / Iron sulfide / Iron sulphide / Iron(II) sulfide / Ferrous sulfide / Iron sulfide / Iron sulphide / Iron(II) sulfide Other means of identification CAS No: 1317-37-9 Formula: FeS Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use Recommended Use: Chemical used for the remediation of heavy metal(s) for liquid and solid wastes. Restrictions on Use: Use as recommended by the label Details of the supplier and of the safety data sheet Supplier Tersus Environmental, LLC 1116 Colonial Club Rd Wake Forest, NC 27587 Phone: +1-919-453-5577 Email: [email protected] Contact Person David F. Alden Phone: +1-919-453-5577 x2002 Email: [email protected] Emergency telephone number For leak, fire, spill or accident emergencies, call: +1-919-453-5577 (Tersus Office Hours, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern) +1-800-424-9300 (Chemtrec 24 Hour Service – Emergency Only) +1-703-527-3887 (Chemtrec Outside United States 24 Hour Service – Emergency Only) +1-919-638-7892 Gary M. Birk (Outside office hours) 2. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION Classification GHS-US classification Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 H315 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A H319 Full text of H statements: see Section 16 Page 1 of 9 Iron Sulfide Reagent, ISR-M Revision date: 2019-06-11 Version 1.0 GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements Label elements Hazard Pictograms Signal word Warning Hazard statement H315 - Causes skin irritation H319 - Causes serious eye irritation Precautionary statement P264 - Wash hands thoroughly after handling P280 - Wear eye protection, protective clothing, protective gloves P302+P352 - If on skin: Wash with plenty of water P305+P351+P338 - If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing P321 - Specific treatment (see Consult a doctor/medical service if you feel unwell on this label) P332+P313 - If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention P337+P313 - If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention P362+P364 - Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse Hazard(s) not otherwise classified (HNOC) HMIS Classification: Health hazard: 0 Flammability: 0 Physical hazards: 0 NFPA Rating: Health hazard: 1 Fire: 0 Reactivity Hazard: 0 Inhalation May be harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation. Skin May be harmful if absorbed through skin. May cause skin irritation. Eyes May cause eye irritation. Ingestion May be harmful if swallowed. Other Hazards not contributing to the classification Generates toxic gas in contact with acid. Supplemental information None. Page 2 of 9 Iron Sulfide Reagent, ISR-M Revision date: 2019-06-11 Version 1.0 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Chemical CAS Number Concentration (wt. GHS-US classification Name %) Iron sulfide 1317-37-9 7 -11 Not classified (FeS) Sodium 1313-82-2 0.1 - 1 Acute Tox. 3 (Oral), Sulfide H301 Occupational exposure limits, if available, are listed in Section 8. Full text of hazard classes and H-statements: see Section 16. 4. FIRST AID MEASURES General Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If you feel unwell, seek medical advice (show the label where possible). Eye Contact Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a doctor/physician. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Skin Contact Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Inhalation Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a poison center or doctor/physician. Ingestion Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Immediately call a poison center or doctor/physician. Call a poison center/doctor/physician if you feel unwell. Most important • Symptoms/injuries: Causes skin and eye irritation. symptoms and effects, • Symptoms/injuries after skin contact: Irritation. both acute and delayed • Symptoms/injuries after eye contact: Causes serious eye damage. Eye irritation. Indication of immediate Treat symptomatically. medical attention and special treatment needed, if necessary 5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES Suitable Extinguishing Foam. Dry powder. Carbon dioxide. Water spray. Sand. Media Unsuitable extinguishing Do not use a heavy water stream. media Specific Hazards Arising Reactivity: Corrosive vapors. from the Chemical Firefighting instructions Use water spray or fog for cooling exposed containers. Exercise caution when fighting any chemical fire. Prevent fire-fighting water from entering environment. Page 3 of 9 Iron Sulfide Reagent, ISR-M Revision date: 2019-06-11 Version 1.0 Protective equipment and Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including precautions for firefighters respiratory protection. Do not attempt to act without suitable protective equipment. Self-contained breathing apparatus. Complete protective clothing. 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Personal Precautions Ventilate spillage area. Evacuate unnecessary personnel. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do not attempt to act without suitable protective equipment. Equip cleanup crew with proper protection. For further information refer to Section 8: "Exposure controls/personal protection". Environmental Precautions Avoid release to the environment. Prevent entry to sewers and public waters. Notify authorities if liquid enters sewers or public waters. Methods for Containment Dike to collect large liquid spills. Stop leak and contain spill if this can be done safely. Small spillage: Dilute with large quantities of water. Methods for cleaning up Take up liquid spill into absorbent material. Soak up spills with inert solids, such as clay or diatomaceous earth as soon as possible. Collect spillage. Store away from other materials. Dispose of materials or solid residues at an authorized site. 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE Precautions for Safe Handling Handling Ensure good ventilation of the workstation. Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work. Provide good ventilation in process area to prevent formation of vapor. Do not breathe dust, fume, gas, mist, spray, vapors. Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wear personal protective equipment. Hygiene Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Always wash hands after handling the product. Conditions for Safe Storage, Including Any Incompatibilities Technical Measures Comply with applicable regulations. Storage Conditions Keep only in the original container in a cool, well ventilated place away from: Ignition sources, Incompatible materials. Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Incompatible Products Strong bases. Strong acids. Incompatible Materials Sources of ignition. Direct sunlight. 8. EXPOSRE CONTROL / PERSONAL PROTECTION Control parameters Exposure guidelines, ingredients with workplace control parameters. Page 4 of 9 Iron Sulfide Reagent, ISR-M Revision date: 2019-06-11 Version 1.0 Chemical name ACGIH TLV OSHA PEL NIOSH Iron sulfide (FeS) No information (1317-37-9) available Sodium sulfide No information (1313-82-2) available Appropriate engineering controls Appropriate engineering Ensure good ventilation of the workstation. Provide eyewash station. controls Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment Eye/face protection Wear safety glasses with side shields (or goggles) and a face shield. Skin Protection (Hands) Wear appropriate chemical resistant gloves. Suitable gloves can be recommended by the glove supplier. Be aware that the liquid may penetrate the gloves. Frequent change is advisable. Skin Protection (Other) Wear suitable protective clothing. Respiratory protection In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. General hygiene Keep from contact with clothing and other combustible materials. considerations Remove and wash contaminated clothing promptly. Keep away from food and drink. Always observe good personal hygiene measures, such as washing after handling the material and before eating, drinking, and/or smoking. Routinely wash work clothing and protective equipment to remove contaminants. Do not eat, drink or smoke during use. 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Information on basic physical and chemical properties Appearance Black liquid with visible suspended solids. Physical State Liquid Color Black Odor Rotten eggs Odor threshold No information available pH 11.0 - 12.5 Melting point/freezing point Not applicable Boiling Point/Range No information available Flash point No information available Evaporation Rate No information available Flammability (solid, gas) Non flammable. Flammability Limit in Air No information available Upper flammability limit: No information available Lower flammability limit: No information available Vapor pressure No information available Vapor density No information available Specific gravity 1.15 to 1.22 Water solubility Minimally soluble in water. Solubility in other solvents No information available Partition coefficient log Kow No