CASWELL INC
Safety Data Sheet
Tiffany Green
SECTION 1: Identification
1.1 Product identifier
Product name Tiffany Green
Product number A01
Brand CASWELL
1.2 Other means of identification
Dark Brown Liquid
1.3 Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use
Metal Coloring
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
- Skin corrosion/irritation (chapter 3.2), Cat. 1A
- Eye damage/irritation (chapter 3.3), Cat. 1
- Hazardous to the aquatic environment - long-term hazard (chapter 4.1), Cat. 3
2.2 GHS label elements, including precautionary statements
Pictogram
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Signal word Warning
Hazard statement(s)
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H318 Causes serious eye damage
EUH401 To avoid risks to human health and the environment, comply with the
instructions for use
H402 Harmful to aquatic life
H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
H302 Harmful if swallowed
Precautionary statement(s)
P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P264 Wash thoroughly after handling.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
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.
P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/...
P321 Specific treatment (see info on this label).
P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove
contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/container per local regulations
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P301+P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/...
P330 Rinse mouth.
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
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.
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.2 Mixtures
Hazardous components
1. WATER OR OTHER NON-REPORTABLE INGREDIENTS
Concentration 81 - 88 % (Weight)
CAS no. 7732-18-5
2. COPPER SULFATE PENTAHYDRATE
Concentration 4-5%
CAS no. 7758-99-8
3. Ammonium chloride
Concentration 4-5%
EC no. 235-186-4
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CAS no. 12125-02-9
Index no. 017-014-00-8
- Acute toxicity (chapter 3.1), Cat. 4
- Eye damage/irritation (chapter 3.3), Cat. 2
H302 Harmful if swallowed
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
4. ACETIC ACID
Concentration 0.5 - 1 %
EC no. 200-580-7
CAS no. 64-19-7
Index no. 607-002-00-6
- Flammable liquids (chapter 2.6), Cat. 3
- Skin corrosion/irritation (chapter 3.2), Cat. 1A
H226 Flammable liquid and vapor
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
5. Zinc chloride
Concentration 0.5 - 1 %
EC no. 231-592-0
CAS no. 7646-85-7
Index no. 030-003-00-2
- Acute toxicity (chapter 3.1), Cat. 4
- Skin corrosion/irritation (chapter 3.2), Cat. 1B
- Hazardous to the aquatic environment - acute hazard (chapter 4.1), Cat. 1
- Hazardous to the aquatic environment - long-term hazard (chapter 4.1), Cat. 1
H302 Harmful if swallowed
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
SECTION 4: First-aid measures
4.1 Description of necessary first-aid measures
General advice Substance can cause severe skin, eye and respiratory tract irritation/nurning.
Corrosive. Will cause eye burns and permanent tissue damage.
If inhaled If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial
respiration. Consult a physician.
In case of skin contact Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.
In case of eye contact Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a
physician.
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If swallowed Do NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious
person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.
SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures
5.1 Suitable extinguishing media
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
5.2 Specific hazards arising from the chemical
May produce toxic selenious fumes. Reactions with organics and strong reducing agents can produce volatile
organoselenides or hydrogen selenide.
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
SMALL SPILLS: Contain and absorb with absorbent material and place into containers for later disposal. Wash site
of spillage thoroughly with water. LARGE SPILLS: Dike far ahead of spill to prevent further movement. Recover by
pumping or by using a suitable absorbent material and place into containers for later disposal. Dispose in suitable
waste container.
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
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. Zinc chloride fume (CAS: 7646-85-7)
PEL (Inhalation): 1 mg/m3 (OSHA)
OSHA Annotated Table Z-1, www.osha.gov
2. Zinc chloride fume (CAS: 7646-85-7)
PEL (Inhalation): 1 mg/m3, (ST) 2 mg/m3 (Cal/OSHA)
OSHA Annotated Table Z-1, www.osha.gov
3. Zinc chloride fume (CAS: 7646-85-7)
REL (Inhalation): 1 mg/m3, (ST) 2 mg/m3 (NIOSH)
OSHA Annotated Table Z-1, www.osha.gov
8.3 Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment (PPE)
Pictograms
Eye/face protection
Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH
(US) or EN 166(EU).
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Skin protection
Wear chemical resistant gloves and clothing.
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.
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance/form (physical state, color, etc.) Dark Brown Liquid
Odor Slightly Acetic
Odor threshold
pH 0.72
Melting point/freezing point
Initial boiling point and boiling range not available
Flash point none
Evaporation rate not available
Flammability (solid, gas) none
Upper/lower flammability limits
Vapor pressure not available
Vapor density Approx equal to water
Relative density not available
Solubility(ies) Soluble In Water
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water
Auto-ignition temperature
Decomposition temperature
Viscosity
Explosive properties
Oxidizing properties
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
Not Reactive
10.2 Chemical stability
Stable
10.5 Incompatible materials
Cyanides, organic solvents, strong reducing agents
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
ORAL LD50: 3300 mg/kg (rat)
SECTION 12: Ecological information
Toxicity
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96-HOUR LC50: 1.5 Blue Gill (mg/l)
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
Disposal of the product
Consult appropriate federal and local regulations for disposal. Empty containers are subject to the same regulations.
SECTION 14: Transport information
DOT (US)
UN Number: UN1760
Class: 8
Packing Group: II
Proper Shipping Name: Corrosive Liquid, NOS (Acetic Acid)
Reportable quantity (RQ): 335 lbs
Small quantities may be shipped as Limited Quantities. Consult 49 CFR.
IMDG
UN Number:
Class:
Packing Group:
EMS Number:
Proper Shipping Name:
IATA
UN Number: UN1760
Class: 8
Packing Group: II
Proper Shipping Name: Corrosive Liquid, NOS (Acetic Acid)
SECTION 15: Regulatory information
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations specific for the product in question
Massachusetts Right To Know Components
Chemical name: Copper
CAS number: 7440-50-8
New Jersey Right To Know Components
Common name: COPPER
CAS number: 7440-50-8
Pennsylvania Right To Know Components
Chemical name: Copper
CAS number: 7440-50-8
Massachusetts Right To Know Components
Chemical name: Ammonium chloride
CAS number: 12125-02-9
New Jersey Right To Know Components
Common name: AMMONIUM CHLORIDE
CAS number: 12125-02-9
Pennsylvania Right To Know Components
Chemical name: Ammonium chloride
CAS number: 12125-02-9
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Massachusetts Right To Know Components
Chemical name: Acetic acid
CAS number: 64-19-7
New Jersey Right To Know Components
Common name: ACETIC ACID
CAS number: 64-19-7
Pennsylvania Right To Know Components
Chemical name: Acetic acid
CAS number: 64-19-7
Massachusetts Right To Know Components
Chemical name: Zinc chloride
CAS number: 7646-85-7
New Jersey Right To Know Components
Common name: ZINC CHLORIDE
CAS number: 7646-85-7
Pennsylvania Right To Know Components
Chemical name: Zinc chloride
CAS number: 7646-85-7
HMIS Rating
Tiffany Green
HEALTH *3
FLAMMABILITY 1
PHYSICAL HAZARD 0
PERSONAL PROTECTION C
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.
16.2 Preparation information
L CASWELL
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