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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Sodium dichromate
Section 01 - Chemical And Product And Company Information
Product Identifier ……………………..
Sodium dichromate solution
Product Use ……………………………
Chrome pigment production. High temperature welding or cutting.
Supplier Name……………………….…
ClearTech Industries Inc.
2303 Hanselman Avenue
Saskatoon SK S7l 5Z3
Canada
Prepared By................……………..….
ClearTech Industries Inc. Technical Department
Phone: (306)664-2522
Preparation Date.........…………….….
August 13, 2002
24-Hour Emergency Phone………….
306-664-2522
Section 02 - Composition / Information on Ingredients
Hazardous Ingredients....…………..
CAS Number...................…….……..
Synonym (s)...................…………….
Dichromic acid, disodium salt
60-70%
Water
Balance
Dichromic acid, disodium salt
10588-01-9
Water
7732-18-5
Dichromate acid, sodium bichromate solution
Section 03 - Hazard Identification
Inhalation...................………….….
Inhalation of mist may cause irritation of the nasal septum and respiratory
tract. Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause ulceration and perforation
of the nasal septum. May cause kidney and liver damage.
Skin Contact / Absorption…….…
Contact with broken skin may lead to formation of firmly marginated chrome
sores. May rarely cause allergic contact dermatitis. Massive over-exposure
may lead to kidney failure, liver damage, and death.
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Eye Contact................………….…...
Over-exposure will cause severe irritation and potential permanent damage to
the eyes. Exposure to low level concentrations may cause moderate irritation
or conjunctivitis.
Ingestion.....................………………
Can cause severe tissue destruction. Kidney failure may follow and result in
death. May cause liver damage.
Exposure Limits……………………..
PEL = 0.1 mg/m3 ceiling, TLV = 0.05 mg/m3 TWA, A1
Section 04 - First Aid Measures
Inhalation....................………………
Remove victim to fresh air. Give artificial respiration only if breathing has
stopped. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If conscious, irrigate nasal
passages and mouth with water. Seek immediate medical attention.
Skin Contact / Absorption…………
Remove contaminated clothing. Wash affected area with soap and water.
Seek medical attention if irritation occurs or persists
Eye Contact..................……………..
Flush immediately with water for at least 20 minutes. Forcibly hold eyelids
apart to ensure complete irrigation of eye tissue. Seek immediate medical
attention
Ingestion......................………………
Do not induce vomiting. If vomiting occurs, lean victim forward to prevent
breathing in vomitus. Give large amounts of water. Do not give anything by
mouth to an unconscious or convulsing person. Accident victims should be
given 5-10 g of ascorbic acid (not effervescent tablets) dissolved in water.
This dose can be repeated several times. Seek immediate medical attention
.
Massive over-exposure to solutions of this product could lead to kidney failure
and death. Death has been avoided in several such cases through the use of
early renal dialysis. It has been reported that there is little value in chelating
agents, however, ascorbic acid administered intravenously and locally is an
effective antidote (converting Cr+6 to Cr+3) in preventing renal tubular failure.
Skin ulcers may be treated by removal from exposure, daily cleaning,
debridement, and application of antibiotic cream and dressing. Dialysis may
be necessary as indicated. Up to 10g ascorbic in stomach plus I.V. ascorbic
acid 1g in divided doses. Monitor blood chemistries, force fluids for diuresis
(of chrome). Do not attempt chelation!. Protect renal tubes.
Additional Information.....………….
Section 05 - Fire Fighting
Conditions of Flammability………..
Non-flammable
Means of Extinction........…………..
Product does not burn. When fire is involved, use any fire-fighting agent
appropriate for surrounding material; use water spray to cool fire-exposed
surfaces.
Flash Point....…………………………
Not applicable
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Auto-ignition Temperature…………
Not applicable
Upper Flammable Limit ……………
Not applicable
Lower Flammable Limit...……….…
Not applicable
Hazardous Combustible Products.
Decomposition yields oxygen which will help any surrounding fire.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures...
Wear NIOSH-approved self-contained breathing Apparatus and protective
clothing.
Explosion Hazards………………….
Oxidizer. Avoid contact with organic material.
Section 06 - Accidental Release Measures
Leak / Spill................….……………..
Contain spill by diking. Remove as much as possible by vacuuming. Then
treat the spill area with reducing agent to convert the hexavalentchromium to
the trivalent form and neutralize with a weak base.
Deactivating Materials...……….…...
Reduce hexavalent chromium with sodium bisulphite, sodium sulphite or
ferrous sulphate.
Section 07 - Handling and Storage
Handling Procedures.......…………..
Use proper equipment for lifting and transporting all containers. Use sensible
industrial hygiene and housekeeping practices. Wash thoroughly after
handling. Avoid all situations that could lead to harmful exposure.
Storage Requirements......……...….
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed, and
away from incompatible materials.
Section 08 - Personal Protection and Exposure Controls
Protective Equipment
Eyes.………………………….………..
Chemical goggles, full-face shield, or a full-face respirator is to be worn at all
times when product is handled. Contact lenses should not be worn; they may
contribute to severe eye injury.
Respiratory…………………………...
Respiratory protection is not normally required. If use creates vapours, mists,
or aerosols, then a NIOSH-approved respirator with a dust/mist cartridge is
recommended or SCBA.
Gloves………………………………....
Impervious gloves of chemically resistant material (rubber or PVC) should be
worn at all times. Wash contaminated clothing with soap and water, dry
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thoroughly before reuse.
Clothing………………………..……...
Body suits, aprons, and/or coveralls of chemical resistant material should be
worn at all times. Wash contaminated clothing with soap and water, dry
thoroughly before reuse.
Footwear……………………………....
Impervious boots of chemically resistant material should be worn at all times
Other…………………………….……..
No other information available
Engineering Controls
Ventilation Requirements……….....
Use general or local mechanical exhaust ventilation to control solution mist
and to meet TLV requirements.
Other…………………………………...
Emergency shower and eyewash should be in close proximity.
Section 09 - Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State.......……....…………..
Liquid
Odor and Appearance…..…………..
Reddish to bright orange odorless liquid
Odor Threshold....……………..........
Not applicable
Specific Gravity (Water=1)…………
1.72
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg, 20C)….…
15
Vapor Density (Air=1)..……………..
10
Evaporation Rate........……..…….….
Data not available
Boiling Point...............………….…...
119°C
Freeze/Melting Point....……………..
-48°C
pH............................……………….…
4.0
Water/Oil Distribution Coefficient...
Data not available
Bulk Density..............…………….….
Not applicable
% Volatiles by Volume………..…….
Data not available
Solubility in Water...………………...
100%
Molecular Formula......………….…..
Na2Cr2O7
Molecular Weight........……………...
298.0
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Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
Stability.................…………....……………
Stable under normal conditions
Incompatibility..............…………..……….
Hazardous Products of Decomposition
This product is mildly oxidizing in solution, but becomes strongly
oxidizing in strong acid solution. Avoid strong reducing agents, organic
materials, oils, greases and any oxidizable materials.
Decomposition may yield chromium oxide fumes and oxygen.
Polymerization...........…………….…….…
Will not occur
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
Irritancy.................……..………….…
Extreme irritant
Sensitization........…….......…………
Severe irritant, corrosive to certain parts of the skin. Will cause sensitization.
Chronic/Acute Effects……...……….
Causes severe irritation to eyes and may cause blindness. May cause deep,
penetrating ulcers on skin. May cause severe irritation of the respiratory tract
and nasal septum and possible perforation. Ingestion or dermal absorption of
large amounts may result in kidney failure and death. Inhalation or ingestion
may cause liver damage
Synergistic Materials...……....……..
Data not available
Animal Toxicity Data......…..……….
LD50(oral,rat) = 51 mg/kg
LD50(dermal,rabbit) = 1000 mg/kg
LC50(inhalation,rat,4 hour) = 124 mg/m3
Carcinogenicity......……......………..
Known carcinogen according to NTP, IARC, and OCHA
Reproductive Toxicity..…...………..
Data not available
Teratogenicity..........….....…………..
Data not available
Mutagenicity...........…….....…………
Data not available
Section 12 - Ecological Information
Fish Toxicity..................…………….
LC50(Fathead minnow,96 hour) = 33.2-43.3 mg/L
LC50(Bluegill sunfish,96 hour) = 213.0 mg/L
LC50(Rainbow trout,96 hour) = 69.0 mg/L
LC50(Water flea,48 hour) = 4.0 mg/L
LC50(Rotifer,96 hour) =3.1 mg/L
NOEC(Fathead minnow,growth,7 day) = 2.94-3.19 mg/L
LOEC(Fathead minnow,growth,7 day) = 5.56-5.84 mg/L
BCF(oyster,84 day) = 125
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Biodegradability.............……….…...
Data not available
Environmental Effects………………
Under certain environmental conditions, chromium may be subject to low
levels of bioaccumulation in plants, animals, and aquatic life. It exhibits
moderate to high toxicity in terrestrial and aquatic life forms. There is no
indication of biomagnification in the food chain. Precautions should be taken
to prevent the accidental release of this material to the environment.
Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal...........…...………….
Dispose in accordance with all federal, provincial, and/or local regulations
including the Canadian Environmental Protection Act.
Section 14 - Transportation Information
TDG Classification
Oxidizing substances, liquid, N.O.S. (sodium dichromate)
Class……………..………………..…..
5.1(9.2)
Group...............…………….......…….
II
PIN Number.................……..………..
UN1479
Other…………………………………...
Secure containers (full and/or empty) with suitable hold down devises during
shipment.
Section 15 - Regulatory Information
WHMIS Classification.......………… C, D.1
NOTE: THE PRODUCT LISTED ON THIS MSDS HAS BEEN CLASSIFIED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE HAZARD
CRITERIA OF THE CANADIAN CONTROLLED PRODUCTS REGULATIONS. THIS MSDS CONTAINS ALL
INFORMATION REQUIRED BY THOSE REGULATIONS
Section 16 - Other Information
Note: The responsibility to provide a safe workplace remains with the user. The user should consider the
health hazards and safety information contained herein as a guide and should take those precautions
required in an individual operation to instruct employees and develop work practice procedures for a safe
work environment. The information contained herein is, to the best of our knowledge and belief, accurate.
However, since the conditions of handling and use are beyond our control, we make no guarantee of results,
and assume no liability for damages incurred by the use of this material. It is the responsibility of the user to
comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
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ClearTech Industries Inc. - Locations
Corporate Head Office: 2302 Hanselman Avenue, Saskatoon, SK, S7L 5Z3
Phone: 306-664-2522
Fax: 306-665-6216
www.ClearTech.ca
Location
Richmond BC
Calgary AB
Edmonton AB
Saskatoon SK
Regina SK
Winnipeg MB
Mississauga ON
Address
12431 Horseshoe way
5516E - 40th St. S.E.
11750 - 180th Street
2302 Hanselman Avenue
555 Henderson Drive
340 Saulteaux Crescent
7480 Bath Road
Postal Code
V7A 4X6
T2C 2A1
T5S 1N7
S7L 5Z3
S42 5X2
R3J 3T2
L4T 1L2
Phone Number
604-272-4000
403-279-1096
780-452-6000
306-933-0177
306-721-7737
204-987-9777
905-612-0566
Fax Number
604-272-4596
403-236-0989
780-452-4600
306-933-3282
306-721-8611
204-987-9770
905-612-0575
24 Hour Emergency Number - All Locations - 306-664-2522