CASWELL INC
Safety Data Sheet
Olive Drab Chomate Part 1
SECTION 1: Identification
1.1 Product identifier
Product name Olive Drab Chomate Part 1
Product number OD1
Brand Caswell
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
- Acute toxicity, oral (chapter 3.1), Cat. 3
- Acute toxicity, dermal (chapter 3.1), Cat. 1
- Acute toxicity, inhalation (chapter 3.1), Cat. 1
- Skin corrosion/irritation (chapter 3.2), Cat. 1
- Sensitization, respiratory (chapter 3.4), Cat. 1
- Sensitization, skin (chapter 3.4), Cat. 1
- Carcinogenicity (chapter 3.6), Cat. 1
- Hazardous to the aquatic environment - long-term hazard (chapter 4.1), Cat. 1
2.2 GHS label elements, including precautionary statements
Pictogram
Signal word Danger
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Hazard statement(s)
H301 Toxic if swallowed
H310 Fatal in contact with skin
H330 Fatal if inhaled
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
H350 May cause cancer
H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statement(s)
P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P301+P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/...
P321 Specific treatment (see … on this label).
P330 Rinse mouth.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/container to …
P262 Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/...
P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/...
P361+P364 Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P284 [In case of inadequate ventilation] wear respiratory protection.
P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
P320 Specific treatment is urgent (see … on this label).
P403+P233 Store in a well ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse
skin with water/shower.
P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove
contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P342+P311 If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/...
P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
P333+P313 If skin irritation or a rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
P201 Obtain special instructions before use.
P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
P391 Collect spillage.
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.2 Mixtures
Hazardous components
1. Chromic acid solution
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Concentration 15 - 30 %
CAS no. 7738-94-5
2. Sodium nitrate
Concentration 3-7%
CAS no. 7631-99-4
3. WATER OR OTHER NON-REPORTABLE INGREDIENTS
Concentration 82 - 82 %
CAS no. 7732-18-5
SECTION 4: First-aid measures
4.1 Description of necessary first-aid measures
General advice Material may cause death if ingested in moderate amounts and left
untreated.
If inhaled If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial
respiration. Consult a physician.
In case of skin contact Take off contaminated clothing and shoes immediately. Wash off with soap
and plenty of water. Consult a physician
In case of eye contact Continue rinsing eyes during transport to hospital. Rinse thoroughly with
plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.
If swallowed Drink large quantities of water or milk. Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten
eggs or vegetable oil,. Do not induce vomiting. Contact physician
immediately.
Personal protective equipment for first-aid responders
See section 8
4.2 Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed
Material may cause death if ingested in moderate amounts and left untreated.
SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures
5.1 Suitable extinguishing media
Spray foams on large fires or CO2 on smaller fires. Water may be used but runoff must be prevented from entering
waterways or environmental damage will occur.
5.2 Specific hazards arising from the chemical
Do not allow to enter water ways.
5.3 Special protective actions for fire-fighters
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
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6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Refer to section 8 for PPE.
6.2 Environmental precautions
Do not allow to enter waterways. If waterways are reached, call US Coast Guard Nation Response Center (1-800-
424-8802). If enviromnent is threatened, addition of metabisulfite then treatment with a base by experienced
personnel should be used as a last resort.
6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Soak up with inert absorbent material and dispose of as hazardous waste. Keep in suitable, closed containers for
disposal.
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Avoid all contact. Wear PPE at all times. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Containers
which are opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Keep from freezing. Store away from heat source. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
Containers which are opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage.
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.1 Control parameters
1. Chromic acid solution (CAS: 7738-94-5)
TLV® (Oral): .05 mg/m3 (OSHA)
2. Chromic acid solution (CAS: 7738-94-5)
STEL (Oral): C 0.1 mg/m3 (OSHA)
8.2 Appropriate engineering controls
Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling the product.
8.3 Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment (PPE)
Pictograms
Eye/face protection
Tightly fitting safety goggles. Faceshield (8-inch minimum). Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved
under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin protection
Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching
glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in
accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands.
Body protection
Complete suit protecting against chemicals, The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the
concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
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Respiratory protection
NIOSH/MSHA approved air purifying respirator with an organic vapor cartidge or canister may be permissable
under certain circumstances where airborne concentrations are expected to exceed exposure limits.
Thermal hazards
No Data Available
Environmental exposure controls
Do not let product enter drains.
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance/form Red/Orange Liquid
Odor Slight
Odor threshold No Data Available
pH 3.6-6.6
Melting point/freezing point No Data Available
Initial boiling point and boiling range No Data Available
Flash point No Data Available
Evaporation rate Slower than n-butyl alcohol
Flammability (solid, gas) No Data Available
Upper/lower flammability limits No Data Available
Upper/lower explosive limits No Data Available
Vapor pressure No Data Available
Vapor density Heavier Than Air
Relative density 1.330
Solubility(ies) Complete In Water
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water No Data Available
Auto-ignition temperature No Data Available
Decomposition temperature No Data Available
Viscosity No Data Available
Explosive properties No Data Available
Oxidizing properties No Data Available
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
Not Reactive
10.2 Chemical stability
Stable
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
Will not occur when used according to directions.
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Always mix slowly at first. Concentrated material can react violently when mixed with many other materials.
10.5 Incompatible materials
Reacts with bases, metals such are iron and zinc and easily oxidized materials.
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10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Oxides of Chrome
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
Oral LD50: 51.1 ppm Rat
Eyes: 124.4 ppm Rabbit
Skin corrosion/irritation
Extremely corrosive to skin
Serious eye damage/irritation
Extremely corrosive to eyes. Serious eye damage will occur
Respiratory or skin sensitization
Will cause corrosion and irriration of respiratory tract if inhaled.
Germ cell mutagenicity
No Data Available. Chromium Trioxide has been known to alter genetic material.
Carcinogenicity
Known Cancer Hazard
Reproductive toxicity
Chromium Trioxide has been known to cause reproductive issues.
STOT-single exposure
No Data Available
STOT-repeated exposure
No Data Available
Aspiration hazard
No Data Available
SECTION 12: Ecological information
Toxicity
No Data Available. Chromium Trioxide is extremely hazardous to the environment with long term adverse effects.
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
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Other adverse effects
No Data Available
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
Disposal of the product
Consult appropriate federal and local regulations for disposal. Empty containers are subject to the same regulations.
Disposal of contaminated packaging
Consult appropriate federal and local regulations for disposal. Empty containers are subject to the same regulations.
Waste treatment
No Data Available
Sewage disposal
No Data Available
SECTION 14: Transport information
DOT (US)
UN Number: UN3264
Class: 8
Packing Group: II
Proper Shipping Name: Corrosive Liquid, Acidic, Inorganic, NOS (contains chromium compound, nitrate salt)
Reportable quantity (RQ):
Marine pollutant:
Poison inhalation hazard:
Quantities under 1L may be shipped within the US, by Ground, as LTD QTY.
IMDG
UN Number: UN3264
Class: 8
Packing Group: II
EMS Number:
Proper Shipping Name: Corrosive Liquid, Acidic, Inorganic, NOS (contains chromium compound, nitrate salt)
IATA
UN Number: UN3264
Class: 8
Packing Group: II
Proper Shipping Name: Corrosive Liquid, Acidic, Inorganic, NOS (contains chromium compound, nitrate salt)
SECTION 15: Regulatory information
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations specific for the product in question
Massachusetts Right To Know Components
Chemical name: Chromic acid
CAS number: 7738-94-5
New Jersey Right To Know Components
Common name: CHROMIC ACID
CAS number: 7738-94-5
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Pennsylvania Right To Know Components
Chemical name: Chromic acid
CAS number: 7738-94-5
California Prop. 65 components
Chemical name: Chromic acid
CAS number: 7738-94-5
02/27/1987 - Cancer
12/19/2008 - Developmental, female, male
Pennsylvania Right To Know Components
Chemical name: Nitric acid, sodium salt
CAS number: 7631-99-4
California Prop. 65 components
Chemical name: Chromic acid solution
CAS number: 7738-94-5
02/27/1987 - Cancer
12/19/2008 - Developmental, female, male
HMIS Rating
Olive Drab Chomate Part 1
HEALTH *3
FLAMMABILITY 0
PHYSICAL HAZARD 1
PERSONAL PROTECTION K
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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