Msds Salicylic Acid 4r2p6n

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To Requirement of Directive 2001 / 58 / EC , Reg. EC 1907/2006 1.IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE / PREPARATION AND THE COMPANY Identification preparation: SUBLIMATE SALICYLIC ACID Chemical name : SALICYLIC ACID Synonyms : 0 – Hydroxy – Benzoic Acid CAS No.: 69-72-7 EINECS No: 200-712-3 Use of the substance / preparation : - intermediary in chemical industry ; - large quantity are used in paints industry, and in alkyd resins manufacturing ; - in pharmaceutical industry as antiseptic, disinfectant and keratolytic agent in external applications; - ingredient in perfume industry. -

Company identification : S.C. “SINTEZA” S.A. Sos. Borsului No.35 410605 ORADEA - ROMANIA

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Emergency telephone : Phone : 40 – 259 – 456.116 Fax : 40 – 259 – 462.224

2.HAZARD IDENTIFICATION Human health hazards WARNING! Eyes – Irritant effect on the eyes. Inhalation – Fatal, severe over exposure causes death. Skin – The product is irritating to skin. The substance can be absorbed through the skin. Ingestion – Avoid ingestion of large quantities. Repeated / prolonged exposure – Repeated / prolonged exposure to substance cause damage to target organs. Product es through the placenta, excreted in maternal milk. Repeated exposure to highly toxic material causes general deterioration of health. Safety hazards The substance has a slight fire hazard when exposed to heat or flame. Dust – air mixtures may ignite or explode. Flash point : 1570C Auto-ignition temperature: 981oC Explosion limits: lower – 1,1 volume % ( 2000C ) upper – no available data Environmental hazards The substance is a weak water pollutant. Risk phrases: R 22 - 37 / 38 - 41

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3.COMPOZITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Chemical name : SALICYLIC ACID Molecular formula : C7H6O3 Product chemical family : Organic Hydroxy – monoacids Synonyms : 0 – Hydroxy – Benzoic Acid Ingredients Salicylic Acid Organic Impurities, Total Phenol, max. 4 – Hydroxy benzoic acid 4 – Hydroxy izo-phtalic acid

CAS No. 69 – 72 - 7 108 – 95 - 2 99 – 96 - 7 636 – 46 - 4

EC Index 200-712-3

Composition (% weight ) High Purity Sublimate grade min. 99,5 % min. 99,5 % 0,2 0,02 0,10 0,05

4.FIRST AID MEASURES Inhalation : Supply person with fresh air and consult doctor according to symptoms. Remove person from danger area. Eye : Wash thoroughly for several minutes using ample water. Seek medical help if necessary. Skin : Remove contaminated clothing. Wash thoroughly using ample water and nonabrasive soap. Pay close attention to clean folds, crevices, creases. Cover with emollients. In case of serious : wash with disinfectant soap and cover with anti-bacterial cream. If skin irritation occurs (redness, etc ), consult a doctor. Ingestion : Call doctor immediately.

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5.FIRE – FIGHTING MEASURES Extinguishing measures suitable : - for small fires : dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray or regular foam. - for large fires : water spray, fog or regular foam. Extinguishing measures not suitable: - do not use water jet. It disperses the fire. Protective equipment for fire - fighters : Wear proper protective equipment and self-contained breathing apparatus with full face – operated in positive mode. Specific hazards : No specific information is available regarding the products risk of fire or explosion. Thermal decomposition products : In case of fire the following can develop : gases hazardous to health, corrosive gases, phenol.

6.ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES 6.1 Personal precautions Use suitable personal protection ( see. chapter 8 ). 6.2 Environmental precautions Do not allow to enter natural waters or soil. Neutralizing is possible, using Na2CO3 ( sodium carbonate ) but only by a specialist. 6.3 Methods for cleaning up - For small quantities : use appropriate tools to when disposing. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose. - For large quantities : Poisonous solid. Don’t touch material. Sweep up spilled substance, but avoid making dust. Collect product in suitable containers. The containers containing spilled material should be labelled properly. Recycle the spilled material. Clean up affected area. Provide adequate ventilation. Prevent forming of dust clouds. Finely dispersed particles are sensitive to dust explosion.

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7.HANDLING AND STORAGE 7.1.Handling Ensure a general ventilation during handling the product. Caution note - danger of dust explosion. Keep away from sources of ignition. 7.2.Storage Store in a cool, dry, well ventilated place. Keep it in original and tightly packaging. Keep away from heat, flame, oxidizing substances. 7.3.Packaging materials : PE bags, repacked into multi-layers paper bags, paper bags with PE layer between the paper layers, a big packaging such as PP big-bags with PE in-liner. 7.4.Specific uses : ( See chapter I. ) : use of the substance / preparation. 8.EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION 8.1.Product exposure limits : It isn’t on the occupational exposure limits listed for chemical substances. Avoid exposure first of all by technical and / or organizational measures. 8.2. Exposure limits control Technical measures : ventilation, spatial exhaust, local exhaust or respiratory protection. Occupational exposure limits control Respiratory protection In the general dust - limit ( fine dust ) of 6 mg / mc is exceeded - breathing masks with fine - dust filters are necessary. Eyes protection Tight fitting protective goggles with side protection. Skin protection Throw away overall and wash before reusing. Hand protection Use acid resistant protective gloves. Hygienic measures Wash the hands after handling the product. Eating, drinking, smoking, as well as food storage is prohibited when using the product. Environmental exposure control Avoid release to the environment.

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9.PHISICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Aspect Colour Odour Bulk density, g / cm3 Vapour pressure Viscosity Solubility - in water - at 200C - at 1000C - in ether - in ethanol Flammability point Auto-ignition point Explosion limits – lower - upper

High Purity - crystalline powder Sublimate - crystalline powder or acicular cristals white almost odourless 0,36 1 mm Hg / 113,70C no available data 0,2 g / l 6,7 g / l 33,3 g / l 33,3 g / l 1570C 9810C 1,1 % vol. / 2000C no available data

Obs. Sublimate Salicylic Acid meets the requirement of EUR PH VI. 10.STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Stability : stabile under normal handling and storage condition for 3 years ( see chapter 7 ) Conditions to avoid : heat, sources of ignition, open flame. Prevent forming of dust clouds. Materials to avoid : Strong oxidizing substances, reducing substances, strong bases. Polymerisation : has not been reported Hazardous decomposition products : - by sudden heat : it decomposes dispersing a strong odour of phenol by decomposition : it sublimes without decomposition by slow heating with strong alkalis : leads to strong reaction

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11.TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION 11.1.Health acute effects The product is a harmful and irritant substance. Eyes : severely irritating Skin : moderately irritating Respiratory system : irritating Ingestion : harmful by swallowing 11.2.Acute toxicity : class of toxic substance : 3 3 – strong poison 11.3.Chronic toxicity : Information not available 11.4.Carcinogenicity: Not carcinogenic. 11.5. Other information : Inhalation, ingestion or absorption by skin may cause acute or chronic lesion to health. Avoid any with human body. 12.ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Ecotoxicity : Product is a weak water pollutant. No ecological problems are to be expected when the product is handled and used with due care and attention. Degradability : Neutralisation possible – with sodium carbonate. Acute fish toxicity : no available data. 13.DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION Check the consequences of the national regulations on this product. Method of disposal : Disposal of the product spilled could be made by combustion in an incinerator for chemical waste, according to the local legislation. Controlled neutralisation is possible but only from a specialist in a waste water installation. Contaminated packaging : The contaminated packaging must be disposed of in a safe way, in according to the local and national legislation.

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14.TRANSPORT INFORMATION Salicylic acid is not dangerous good according to all transport regulation. Special precaution : Not applicable. 15.REGULATORY INFORMATION Labelling in accordance with EC directives Xn, R 22 -37 / 38 -41, S 26 - 39 Classification in accordance with EC directives Xn, R 22 -36 / 37 -41 Symbol EC Xn Risk phrases EC R 22 – harmful if swallowed R 37 / 38 – Irritating to respiratory system and skin. R41 – Risk of serious damage to eyes. Security phrases S 26 - In case of with eyes rinse immediately with plenty of water an seek medical advice. S 39 - Wear eye / face protection. 16.OTHER INFORMATIONS Please observe national and local legal requirements. Risk phrases R 22 – Harmful if swallowed R 37 / 38 – Irritating to respiratory system and skin. R41 – Risk of serious damage to eyes. NOTE 1. - This information is based on our present state of knowledge and not meant to guarantee product quality properties. 2. – Alterations compared to the previous version : All the chapters are modified an completed in accordance with the requirements Directive 2001 / 58 / EC and Reg. EC 1907/2006 Sources of key data : 1. Literature data, EC and Romanian Legislation and documents ( reports ) are available from the manufacturer.