SECTION 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Classification
This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200)
Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation: Category 2
Skin Sensitization: Category 1

Label Elements
Signal Word:
Warning
Hazard Statements:
May cause an allergic skin reaction
Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary Statements
Prevention:
Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray
Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Skin:
IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water
If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention
Wash contaminated clothing before reuse
Eyes:
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention
Disposal:
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC)
None identified

SECTION 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Component: m-Nitrobenzenesulfonic acid, sodium salt
CAS-No: 127-68-4
Weight: 99%

SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES

Eye Contact:
Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes.

Skin Contact:
Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water while removing all contaminated clothes and shoes.

Inhalation:
Remove from exposure, lie down. Move to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration.

Ingestion:
Clean mouth with water. Get medical attention.

Most important symptoms and effects:
May cause allergic skin reaction. Symptoms of allergic reaction may include rash, itching, swelling, trouble breathing, tingling of the hands and feet, dizziness, lightheadedness, chest pain, muscle pain or flushing

Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically

SECTION 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

Suitable Extinguishing Media:
Water spray. Carbon dioxide (CO 2). Dry chemical. Chemical foam.

Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: No information available
Flash Point > 100 °C / > 212 °F
Method - No information available

Autoignition Temperature:
355 °C / 671 °F

Explosion Limits:
Upper No data available
Lower No data available
Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact No information available
Sensitivity to Static Discharge No information available

Specific Hazards Arising from the Chemical:
Keep product and empty container away from heat and sources of ignition.

Hazardous Combustion Products:
Nitrogen oxides (NOx) Carbon monoxide (CO) Carbon dioxide (CO2) Sulfur oxides

Protective Equipment and Precautions for Firefighters:
As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear. Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapors.

NFPA
Health
2
Flammability
1
Instability
1
Physical hazards
N/A

SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal Precautions:
Ensure adequate ventilation. Use personal protective equipment.

Environmental Precautions:
See Section 12 for additional ecological information.

Methods for Containment and Clean Up:
Sweep up or vacuum up spillage and collect in suitable container for disposal.

SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Handling:
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do not breathe dust.

Storage:
Keep in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed

SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Exposure Guidelines:
This product does not contain any hazardous materials with occupational exposure limits established by the region specific regulatory bodies.
Engineering Measures:
Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location.

Personal Protective Equipment
Eye/face Protection:
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin and body protection:
Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respiratory Protection:
A NIOSH/MSHA approved air purifying dust or mist respirator or European Standard EN 149.
Hygiene Measures:
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice

SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Physical State Powder Solid
Appearance Light yellow
Odor Odorless
Odor Threshold No information available
pH 6-10 1% aq.sol
Melting Point/Range 350 °C / 662 °F
Boiling Point/Range No information available
Flash Point > 100 °C / > 212 °F
Evaporation Rate Not applicable
Flammability (solid,gas) No information available
Flammability or explosive limits
Upper No data available
Lower No data available
Vapor Pressure No information available
Vapor Density Not applicable
Specific Gravity No information available
Solubility No information available
Partition coefficient; n-octanol/water No data available
Autoignition Temperature 355 °C / 671 °F
Decomposition Temperature No information available
Viscosity Not applicable
Molecular Formula C6 H4 N Na O5 S
Molecular Weight 225.15

SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Reactive Hazard:
None known, based on information available
Stability:
Hygroscopic.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible products. Exposure to moist air or water.
Incompatible Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents, Metals, copper
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Nitrogen oxides (NOx), Carbon monoxide (CO), Carbon dioxide (CO2), Sulfur oxides
Hazardous Polymerization:
No information available.
Hazardous Reactions:
None under normal processing.

SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Acute Toxicity
Component: m-Nitrobenzenesulfonic acid, sodium salt
LD50 Oral: LD50 = 11 g/kg ( Rat )
LD50 Dermal: Not listed
LC50 Inhalation: LC50 > 5.1 mg/L ( Rat ) 4h
m-Nitrobenzenesulfonic acid, sodium salt

Toxicologically Synergistic Products:
No information available

Delayed and immediate effects as well as chronic effects from short and long-term exposure

Irritation: No information available
Sensitization: May cause sensitization by skin contact

Carcinogenicity
Component: m-Nitrobenzenesulfonic acid, sodium salt
CAS-No: 127-68-4
IARC Not listed
NTP Not listed
ACGIH Not listed
OSHA Not listed
Mexico Not listed

Mutagenic Effects No information available
Reproductive Effects No information available.
Developmental Effects No information available.
Teratogenicity No information available.

STOT - single exposure: None known
STOT - repeated exposure: None known
Aspiration hazard: No information available
Symptoms / effects,both acute and delayed:
Symptoms of allergic reaction may include rash, itching, swelling, trouble breathing, tingling
of the hands and feet, dizziness, lightheadedness, chest pain, muscle pain or flushing
Endocrine Disruptor Information:
No information available
Other Adverse Effects:
The toxicological properties have not been fully investigated

SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Ecotoxicity
Component: m-Nitrobenzenesulfonic acid, sodium salt
Freshwater Algae: EC50: > 500 mg/L, 72h (Desmodesmus subspicatus)
Freshwater Fish:LC50: > 500 mg/L, 96h (Leuciscus idus)
LC50: < 1350 mg/L, 24h static (Lepomis macrochirus)
Microtox: EC50 > 10000 mg/L 17 h
Water Flea: LC50: = 8665 mg/L, 48h (Daphnia magna)

Persistence and Degradability:
Soluble in water Persistence is unlikely based on information available.
Bioaccumulation/ Accumulation:
No information available.
Mobility:
Will likely be mobile in the environment due to its water solubility

SECTION 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Waste Disposal Methods:
Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a hazardous waste. Chemical waste generators must also consult local, regional, and national hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification.

SECTION 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

DOT Not regulated
TDG Not regulated
IATA Not regulated
IMDG/IMO Not regulated

SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

Component:
TSCA: X
DSL: X
NDSL: -
EINECS: 204-857-3
ELINCS: -
NLP
PICCS: X
ENCS: X
AICS: X
IECSC: X
KECL: X

U.S. Federal Regulations
TSCA 12(b):
Section 4

SARA 313 Not applicable
SARA 311/312 Hazard Categories See section 2 for more information
CWA (Clean Water Act) Not applicable
Clean Air Act Not applicable
OSHA Not applicable
CERCLA Not applicable
California Proposition 65 This product does not contain any Proposition 65 chemicals
U.S. State Right-to-Know Regulations Not applicable

U.S. Department of Transportation
Reportable Quantity (RQ): N
DOT Marine Pollutant N
DOT Severe Marine Pollutant N
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
This product does not contain any DHS chemicals. Other International Regulations
Mexico - Grade No information available.