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Date of Issue : Sep 1999 1. IDENTIFICATION
General Product Name : CALCIUM LIGNOSULPHONATE Other Names : UN No. : N/A Dangerous Goods Class : None Allocated Subsidiary Risk : None Allocated Hazchem Code : N/A Pack Group : 0 EPG : N/A Poisons Schedule : N/A Uses : No information available.
1.1 Physical Description / Properties
Appearance : Light brown free-flowing powder with a very slight odour. Formula : No information available. Boiling Point : 104 deg C Melting Point : >130 deg C Vapour Pressure : N/A Specific Gravity : 1.25 (water = 1) Flash Point : N/A pH : 3.5 - 5.1 (10% soln) Solubility in water : Sol. g/l (25 deg C) Flammability Limits (as percentage volume in air) Lower Explosion Limit : N/A Upper Explosion Limit : N/A 1.2 Other Properties
Dry matter: min 93%. Density: 520 kg/m3. Solubility in organic solvents: very low. Explosion properties: not explosive. Autoignition temperature: >150 deg C. Percent volatile by volume: 6.0 % water. 1.3 Ingredients
2. HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
2.1 Health Effects - Acute Swallowed
The product is considered to be practically non-toxic by ingestion. Eye
Light eye irritation may occur under extreme dust conditions. Skin
Contact with skin is not expected to cause irritation. Inhaled
Inhalation of dust may cause slight respiratory irritation. 2.2 Health Effects - Chronic
Carcinogen by NTP, LARC program : not a carcinogen.
2.3 First Aid
Swallowed
Drink 1 - 3 glasses of water and seek medical attention.
Eye
Rinse affected eyes thoroughly under running water for 15 minutes with eyelids held open. Seek specialist advice.
Skin
Wash affected skin thoroughly with soap and water.
Inhaled
Remove affected person to fresh air. Seek medical attention if effects persist.
First Aid Facilities
Ensure an eye bath and safety shower are available and ready for use.
2.5 Advice to Doctor
Treat symptomatically based on judgement of doctor and individual reactions of patient.
2.6 Toxicity Data
Oral LD50: >15g/kg.
3. PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
3.1 Exposure Standards
TLV (8hrs) : 5 mg/m3 (inert organic dust).
3.2 Engineering Controls
Ensure adequate ventilation to maintain exposure levels below standards.
3.3 Personal Protection
Wear protective glasses in dusty environments. The precautionary measures normally applied when handling chemicals are to be observed. Avoid inhalation of dust. Wash hands before work breaks and before going home.
3.4 Flammability
Not flammable under normal conditions of use. Under certain circumstances may form flammable dust clouds in air. SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
4.1 Storage / Transport
Ensure adequate ventilation when handling. Must be stored under dry conditions. Avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents. Keep containers closed in a cool place. Avoid creating dusty atmospheres.
4.2 Packaging / Labelling UN No. N/A Class None Allocated Sub Risk None Allocated Hazchem Code N/A Pack Group 0 EPG No. N/A Shipping Name CALCIUM LIGNOSULPHONATE Hazard
Risk Phrases
Safety Phrases
4.3 Spills and Disposal
Spills
Clean up personnel should wear suitable protective clothing including respiratory protection. Prevent spilled material from entering drains, surfacewater, groundwater and soil.
Sweep without creating dust into another suitable container for disposal and wash area with water.
Disposal
Dispose of waste by landfill in accordance with all Local, State and Federal regulations at an approved waste disposal facility.
4.4 FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD Fire / Explosion
Very low risk of dust explosions. When heated to decomposition may emit fumes. Porducts on decomposition include sulphur dioxides and carbon monoxide.
Extinguishing Media
Use water, carbon dioxide, foam or dry agent type extinguishers. Use media/equipment appropriate to surrounding fire conditions. Firefighters should wear full protective clothing including breathing apparatus. 5 OTHER INFORMATION
Other Information
According to OECD method No 302B, this product is classified as inherently biodegradable. According to the Bringmann & Kunn test on growth inhibition of microorganisms, this product must be regarded as not toxic to cell division of Ps.Putida at concentrations < 5 g/L.
5.1 Contact Points
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The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best information currently available to us. However, we make no warranty of merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect to such information, and we assume no liability resulting from its use.
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