CASWELL INC
Safety Data Sheet
Bronze Plating Solution
SECTION 1: Identification
1.1 Product identifier
Product name Bronze Plating Solution
Product number BZS
Brand Caswell
1.2 Other means of identification
Plug N Plate Bronze
1.3 Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use
Electroplating Solution
1.4 Supplier's details
Name Caswell Inc
Address 7696 Route 31
Lyons, NY 14489
USA
Telephone 315 946 1213
Fax 315 946 4456
email sales@caswellplating.com
1.5 Emergency phone number(s)
Office Hours (9-4ET): 315 946 1213
24 Hour: CHEMTEL US# 1-800-255-3924 Intl# +01-813-248-0585
SECTION 2: Hazard identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
- Hazardous to the aquatic environment - acute hazard (chapter 4.1), Cat. 3
- Hazardous to the aquatic environment - long-term hazard (chapter 4.1), Cat. 4
2.2 GHS label elements, including precautionary statements
Pictogram
Hazard statement(s)
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H402 Harmful to aquatic life
H413 May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life
Precautionary statement(s)
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
P501 Dispose of contents/container to …
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.1 Substances
Hazardous components
1. Copper (II) sulfate
Concentration <3%
EC no. 231-847-6
CAS no. 7758-98-7
Index no. 029-004-00-0
2. WATER OR OTHER NON-REPORTABLE INGREDIENTS
Concentration 97 - 100 %
CAS no. 7732-18-5
Trade secret statement (OSHA 1910.1200(i))
Per OSHA 1910.1200(i), specific chemical identities and percentages have been withheld as trade secrets.
SECTION 4: First-aid measures
4.1 Description of necessary first-aid measures
General advice Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
If inhaled If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial
respiration.
In case of skin contact Skin Protection: None required with normal household use. Industrial
Setting: Protective gloves (for hands) and protective clothing are required
where repeated or prolonged skin contact may occur.
In case of eye contact Distribution, Workplace and Household Settings: No special protective
equipment required. Product Manufacturing Plant (needed at Product-
Producing Plant ONLY): Use appropriate eye protection.
If swallowed Drink water and induce vomiting.
Personal protective equipment for first-aid responders
None required
4.2 Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed
Product is not hazardous. No negative effects from exposure should be expected.
SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures
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5.1 Suitable extinguishing media
Any available
5.2 Specific hazards arising from the chemical
None
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Refer to section 8 for PPE
6.2 Environmental precautions
Copper compounds are toxic to aquatic life.
6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Avoid release to environment. Copper compounds are toxic to aquatic life.
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks and at the end
of workday.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Store at room temperature in a closed container.
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.2 Appropriate engineering controls
Normal Industrial Engineering Controls
8.3 Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment (PPE)
Eye/face protection
None required
Skin protection
None required
Body protection
None required
Respiratory protection
None required
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance/form Blue/Purple Liquid
Odor Characteristic
Odor threshold not available
pH not available
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Melting point/freezing point not available
Initial boiling point and boiling range not available
Flash point None
Evaporation rate not available
Flammability (solid, gas) not available
Upper/lower flammability limits not available
Vapor pressure not available
Vapor density not available
Relative density not available
Solubility(ies) Complete In Water
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water not available
Auto-ignition temperature not available
Decomposition temperature
Viscosity not available
Explosive properties not available
Oxidizing properties not available
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
Not Reactive
10.2 Chemical stability
Stable
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
None
10.4 Conditions to avoid
None
10.5 Incompatible materials
None
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
None
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
No Data Available
Skin corrosion/irritation
No Data Available
Serious eye damage/irritation
No Data Available
Respiratory or skin sensitization
No Data Available
Germ cell mutagenicity
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No Data Available
Carcinogenicity
No Data Available
Reproductive toxicity
No Data Available
STOT-single exposure
No Data Available
STOT-repeated exposure
No Data Available
Aspiration hazard
No Data Available
SECTION 12: Ecological information
Toxicity
LC 50 >0.1 <1 mg BY EPA.
Persistence and degradability
No Data Available
Bioaccumulative potential
No Data Available
Mobility in soil
No Data Available
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
No Data Available
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
Disposal of the product
Small or household quantities may be disposed in sewer or other liquid waste system. For larger quantities check
with your local water treatment plant.
Disposal of contaminated packaging
Consult appropriate federal and local regulations for disposal. Empty containers are subject to the same
regulations.
SECTION 14: Transport information
DOT (US)
Not dangerous goods
IMDG
Not dangerous goods
IATA
Not dangerous goods
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SECTION 15: Regulatory information
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations specific for the product in question
Massachusetts Right To Know Components
Chemical name: Cupric sulfate
CAS number: 7758-98-7
New Jersey Right To Know Components
Common name: CUPRIC SULFATE
CAS number: 7758-98-7
Pennsylvania Right To Know Components
Chemical name: Sulfuric acid copper(2+) salt (1:1)
CAS number: 7758-98-7
HMIS Rating
Bronze Plating Solution
HEALTH 1
FLAMMABILITY 0
PHYSICAL HAZARD 0
PERSONAL PROTECTION
NFPA Rating
SECTION 16: Other information
16.1 Further information/disclaimer
DISCLAIMER: 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. Users should make their own
investigation to determine the suitability of information for their particular purposes. In no event shall Caswell Inc be
liable for any claims, losses, or damages of any third party or for lost profits or any special, indirect, incidental,
consequential or exemplary damages, whatsoever arising, even if Caswell Inc has been advised of the possibility
of such damages.
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