MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
This Material Safety Data Sheet complies with the Canadian Controlled Product Regulations.
1.
Product and
Supplier Identification
Product: Black Patina For Zinc
Product Use: Wipe on metal plating solution for stained glass crafts.
Supplier: NOVACAN INDUSTRIES LTD.
856 Washington Drive
Port Moody, BC V3H 3K8
Office Telephone: (604) 931-6422
Transport Emergency Telephone: +1 (613) 996-6666 CANUTEC
Manufacturer: As above
2.
Composition
Component |
% (w/w) |
Exposure Limits |
Selenium Dioxide (CAS No.7746-08-4) |
<0.001 |
PEL-TWA 0.2 mg/m3 as selenium TLV-TWA 0.2 mg/m3 as selenium Selenium dioxide is a suspected carcinogen |
Copper Sulphate (CAS No. 7758-98-7) |
<1 |
PEL-TWA 1 mg/m3 as copper TLV-TWA 1 mg/m3 as copper |
3.
Hazards Identification
Routes
of Entry: (under
normal conditions of use)
Skin Contact: Moderate Eye Contact: Major Ingestion: Moderate Inhalation: Minor
Effects
of Short-Term (Acute) Exposure:
Inhalation: Selenium is a severe
irritant with immediate or delayed effects: cough, difficult breathing, chills,
garlic breath, fever, headache, chemical pneumonia, and bronchial spasms.
Skin Contact: Solution may irritate the
skin and area under nails. May lead to dermatitis and sensitization.
Eye Contact: Selenium in solution will
irritate eyes. An allergic reaction may occur, as redness and/or
puffiness.
Ingestion: Will irritate
mouth, throat, esophagus, and stomach. May cause nausea, pallor, coated tongue,
and gastrointestinal disorders.
Effects
of Long-Term (Chronic) Exposure:
The chronic effects may be dermatitis and skin
sensitization from skin contact. Chronic toxicity may present itself as
respiratory tract irritation, gastrointestinal symptoms, fatigue, pallor, and
metallic taste. Garlic breath is a sign of selenium absorption.
Medical
Conditions Aggravated By Exposure:
Pre-existing respiratory and skin disorders.
4.
First Aid
Measures
Eye Contact: Flush contaminated eye(s) with lukewarm, gently running water for 30 minutes, holding eyelids open. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
Skin Contact: Wash affected area immediately with mild soap and water and continue for 15 minutes. If irritation persists, seek immediate medical attention. Remove any contaminated clothing and launder clothing before reuse.
Inhalation: This product is not expected to present an inhalation hazard at ambient conditions. If victim has been exposed to vapors remove to fresh air. If breathing has stopped, a trained person should perform artificial respiration. Get medical attention immediately.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water. Dilute contents of stomach with 1-2 glasses of water. Do NOT induce vomiting. If vomiting occurs naturally have victim lean forward to reduce risk of aspiration. Seek immediate medical attention.
5.
Fire Fighting
Measures
Flash point: Not Applicable
Autoignition temperature: Not applicable. See information under “Fire Fighting Instructions”
Lower Explosive Limit: Not established
Upper
Explosion Limit: Not established
Sensitivity to Impact: Not sensitive.
Sensitivity to Static Discharge: Not sensitive.
Hazardous Combustion Products: Toxic selenium and hydrogen selenide fumes, and if heated to dryness, copper fume may be produced.
Extinguishing Media: No specific recommendation. Use media to suppress surrounding fire.
Fire
Fighting Instructions: Do not enter confined fire space without proper personal protection. Use
approved positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus. Do not use water
except as
a fog. Cool surrounding containers with water spray. Prevent runoff to sewers and waterways. Treat as selenious acid solution. May produce highly toxic selenium fumes and Hydrogen Selenide. Flammable hydrogen gas may be liberated from contact with some metals. Toxic fumes of SOx may be released above 400ºC
NATIONAL
FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA) HAZARD INDEX:
HEALTH: 2 - Short exposure could cause temporary or
residual injury
FLAMMABILITY: 0 - Will not burn.
REACTIVITY: 0 - Normally stable but can become unstable at
elevated temperatures and pressures, or may react non-violently with water.
SPECIFIC HAZARDS: Toxic
6.
Accidental
Release Measures
Personal Protection: Evacuate
unnecessary personnel from spill area. Wear appropriate personal protective
equipment. Ventilate area. Do not touch spilled product without proper personal
protection. See Section 8 for proper protective equipment to be worn while
cleaning an accidental spill.
Environmental
Precautions: Implement spill control plan. Stop or reduce leak if safe
to do so. Prevent from entering sanitary or storm sewers, waterways, or
confined spaces. Use inert materials such as earth or sand to form dike. Keep
from contacting aquatic life.
Remedial Measures:
Restrict access to area until completion of cleanup.
Ensure cleanup is conducted by trained personnel only. Use all appropriate
personal protective equipment. Contain spillage and neutralize with soda ash.
Mop up with absorbent material and dispose of in TC approved waste containers.
Keep non-neutralized materials from spilling into sewers, storm drains, surface
water, and soil. Comply with all applicable governmental regulations on spill
reporting and handling and disposal of waste.
7.
Handling and
Storage
Handling Procedures: Prevent
release of vapor or mist into workplace air. Ensure adequate ventilation. Have
emergency equipment readily available. Keep containers closed when not in use. Wash face and hands thoroughly after handling and
before eating, drinking, or using tobacco products.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry, well ventilated area,
out of direct sunlight and away from heat sources. Store away from incompatible materials such
as active metals and alkalis. Keep storage area separate from populated work
areas or food.
8.
Exposure
Controls, Personal Protection
Engineering Controls: Use
general or local exhaust ventilation to maintain exposure below the exposure
limits.
Respiratory
Protection: Use a NIOSH approved dust/fume respirator for acid gases
when appropriate.
NOTE: Air purifying respirators do not protect against
oxygen deficient atmospheres.
Skin protection: Wear
impervious gloves and boots and/or other protective clothing according to
circumstances.
Eye and Face
Protection: Eye protection is required. Chemical safety goggles are
recommended. The wearing of contact lenses is not recommended.
Footwear: As required by worksite rules.
Other: Have
a safety shower and eye wash station readily available in the immediate work
area.
9.
Physical and
Chemical Properties
Appearance: Clear medium blue liquid
Odour: Acrid odor
Odour Threshold: Not determined
pH: 2
Vapour Pressure: Not determined
Solubility: Completely soluble in water
Vapour Density: Not determined
Freezing Point Not determined
Boiling Point: 101 oC
Critical Temperature: Not applicable.
Relative Density: 1.01
(water = 1)
Partition Coefficient: No data
Evaporation Rate: Not determined
10.
Stability and
Reactivity
Chemical
Stability: Stable. Avoid heat –
releases toxic gases with heat.
Incompatibility: Avoid contact with active metals and alkalis.
Hazardous
Decomposition Products: Copper oxide, hydrogen selenide, and selenium fumes.
Hazardous
Polymerization: Will not occur.
11.
Toxicological
Information
Acute Exposure: The theoretical LD50 (rat/oral) for black patina for zinc is >5000 mg/kg
Chronic Exposure: See Section 3.
Exposure Limits: See Section 2.
Irritancy: See Section 3.
Sensitization: See Section 3.
Carcinogenicity: Selenium dioxide is a suspected carcinogen.
Teratogenicity: No reports for ingestion or inhalation of copper compounds
Reproductive toxicity: Not available
Mutagenicity: Inconclusive results
Synergistic products: None reported.
12.
Ecological
Information
Environmental toxicity: Copper sulphate is a severe marine pollutant.
Biodegradability: No data available.
13.
Disposal
Considerations
Place used and contaminated material and packagings into
suitable containers and dispose of as controlled waste. Review and follow all
local, state, and national regulations.
14.
Transport
Information
Transport of Dangerous Goods (TDG): Not regulated.
International Air Transport Association (IATA): Not regulated.
International
Maritime Organization (IMO): Not regulated.
15.
Regulatory
Information
CANADIAN FEDERAL
REGULATIONS:
CEPA, DOMESTIC SUBSTANCES LIST: All ingredients are listed.
WHMIS CLASSIFICATION: D1A, D2B
16. Other Information
Comments: This Material Safety Data Sheet was prepared using information provided by
Novacan Industries Ltd. and CCINFO. The
information in the Material Safety Data Sheet is offered for your consideration
and guidance when exposed to this product. Novacan Industries Ltd., expressly
disclaims all expressed or implied warranties and assumes no responsibilities
for the accuracy or completeness of the data contained herein. The data in this
MSDS does not apply to use with any other product or in any other process.
Revisions: Reviewed and Re-issued September 9, 2014