Gold Plating / Lacquer Process - Carrs of Sheffield Health and ...

CARRS OF SHEFFIELD (MANUFACTURING) LIMITED 

ASSESSMENT OF WORK ACTIVITY 

Date of Assessment: November 14 th 2001 

Assessment by: Martin Carr 

Responsible Manager: Plating Manager 

Work Activity: Electro Plating 

General Description of Activity: Electroplating of relatively small volumes product – gold plating. Also preparation of solutions. 

Duration: Up to 8 hours per day 

Numbers Exposed: 1-2 Persons

Materials used: 

1. Klenewell Metal Cleaner (Not used) 

2. Electrolac 

2. Electrosol 3 

4. Electrosol 1 

5. Endura Gleam 265 Make up 

6. Endura Gleam 265 Replenisher 

7. Endura Gleam 265 Conductivity Solution 

8. Endura Gleam 265 Conductivity Salt 

9. Endura Gleam 265 Stabilizer 

10. Endura Gleam 265 Cobalt Concentrate 

11. Endura Gleam 195 Nickel Concentrate 

12. Potassium gold cyanide 

13. Potsasium gold cyanide 68.2% 

14. Enprep 283 

15. Sulphuric Acid (5%) 

16. Silver Passivate 

Exposure Limits 

1. Na OH - 2mg/m3 (15min), -CN - 5mg/m3 

(8h TWA) 

2. Xylene - 441mg/m3 (8h TWA), 662 mg/m3 

(15 mins) Ethoxypropanol 200ppm (8h) 

3. 2-Ethocyethanol - 37 mg/m3 (8h TWA) 

MEL, Ethandiol - 60 mg/m3 (8h) 125 mg/m3 

(15 mins) 

4. Ethoxypropanol 200ppm (8h TWA) 

5. Hydrazine - 0.03 mg/m3 (8h), 0.13 mg/m3 

(15 min) MEL 

6. As 5 

7. As 5 

8. None 

9. As 5 

10. Cobalt - 0.1 mg/m3 (8h) 

11. Ni - 0.1 mg/m3 (8h) 

12. -CN - 5 mg/m3 (8h) 

13. As 12 

14. NaOH – 2.0mg/m3 (15min) 

15. H2 SO4 – 1.0mg/m3 (8h) 

16. Sodium Dichromate 0.05mg/m3 (8h) MEL 

Hazards 

1. Very Toxic by Inhalation, Corrosive Skin/eye 

contact 

2. Skin/Eye contact, Inhalation if not ventilated 

3. Contact burns, Inhalation if not ventilated 

4. Skin/Eye contact, Inhalation if not ventilated. 

5. May cause cancer. Skin/Eye contact 

6. As 5. 

7. As 5. 

8. Avoid contact with Skin/Eyes 

9. As 5 

10. Avoid skin/eye contact 


12. Very Toxic by Inhalation, corrosive Skin/eye 

contact 

13. As 12. 


15. Keep away from Skin/Eyes 


Control Measures: LEV Systems 

Other Controls 

PPE Requirement Gloves and Eye Protection should be worn when mixing chemicals or if there is a significant chance of the chemicals coming 

into contact with skin/eyes. 

Atmospheric Monitoring Required for: Check 3 should be used in a well ventilated area 

Cyanide measured at 3mg/m3 over 3 mins therefore over 8 hours exposure would be less that 5mg/m3 due to nature of work 

Assessment of Control Notes: 2-4 are used in the lacquer tank: 5-13 & 16 are used in the gold plating tank. 1 & 14 are used as a cleaner 

No Vapour was detected from 2 therefore no LEV/PPE required. 

Would advise that general ventilation is provided over the tank containing 2-4 (all mixed in one tank)

IN EMERGENCY – SEE DATA SHEET

TECHNICAL BULLETIN 

Bulletin No: 610019 

ENDURA GLEAM 265 PROCESS 

DESCRIPTION 

Mildly acidic gold plating process for decorative applications. 

Rack or barrel operation at approximately room temperature. High 

resistance to organic and metallic impurities, including lead. 

Where economic factors preclude the use of normal anode systems 

Austenitic stainless steel may be substituted for low volume 

production. Bright 24 carat gold colour, uniformity of which is 

maintained over wide operating conditions. 

SOLUTION MAKE-UP FOR ONE LITRE 

Gold Potassium Cyanide (68.1% gold) 

Endura Gleam 265 Make-up Solution 

Distilled or Deionised water 

litre 

6 gm 

1 metric unit (750 ml) 

To make one 

Gold salts should first be dissolved in distilled or deionised 

water. 

OPERATIONAL DATA 

Optimum 

Range 

Gold Concentration 8 g/l 1 - 

10 g/l 

Cobalt Concentration 0.5 g/l 0.45 

- 0.60 g/l 

pH 4.5 

4.3 - 4.8 

S.G. 1.13 

1.08 - 1.16 

Temperature 

26 o C 

23 - 30 o C 

Cathode Current Density (Rack) 0.75 amp/dm 2 0.1 - 1.0 

amp/dm 2 (Barrel) 0.25 amp/dm 2 0.1 - 0.5 

amp/dm 2 

Anode Current Density 0.3 amp/dm 2 0.1 - 0.5 

amp/dm 2 

Anodes 

18/8 Austenitic stainless steel 

or platinised titanium 

Agitation 

Vigorous solution or 

mechanical 

Cathode Efficiency 30 mg/ampere minute (25%)

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Deposition Rate 

1 micron in 8 minutes under 

optimum conditions (rack plating 

mode) 

REPLENISHMENT 

For every 100 gm gold extracted from solution (ca. 2860 ampere 

minutes) add 1 metric unit (100 ml) Endura Gleam 265 Replenisher 

and 147 gm gold potassium cyanide. 

DEPOSITION DATA 

Hardness ca. 160 VPN Gold/0.2% Cobalt 

Density of deposit 17.5 gm/cc, 1.75 mg/cm 2 = 1 micron 

EQUIPMENT RECOMMENDATIONS 

Tanks Translucent white polypropylene or 

polyethylene 

Heaters 

PVDF-clad panel heaters with thermostatic or 

(when required) simmerstatic control 

Filtration Preferably continuous, using filter paper 

stacks or 1 - 3 micron woven polypropylene 

cartridges (capacity at least 3 x tank volume per 

hour) 

Electrical 

Barrel 12 volt; vat 6 volt, with preference 

for stepless control and 

Supply ampere minute meter 

NOTES 

1. 10 ml/l Endura Gleam 265 Acid Solution reduces pH by ca. 0.1 

units. 

2. 4 ml/l 50% potassium hydroxide solution increases pH by ca. 

0.1 units. 

3. 30 ml/l Endura Gleam 265 Conductivity Solution increases S.G. 

by 0.01 units. 

4. 4 ml/l Endura Gleam 265 Cobalt Concentrate increases cobalt by 

0.1 g/l. 

Where high drag-out of gold solution and drag-in of water occurs, 

the use of Endura Gleam 265 Conductivity Salt is recommended for 

maintenance of specific gravity. Add 20 gm/l to increase the S.G. 

by 0.01 units. A minimum specific gravity of 1.08 should be 

maintained. 

5. 20 ml/l Endura Gleam 265 Stabiliser increases the active 

concentration by 1%. 

6. Optimum conditions for barrel operations are:- 

Gold 

3 - 5 g/l 

pH 3.8 - 4.0 

Co 

0.5 gm/l 

S.G. 1.16 - 1.18

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610019 

Temperature 

25 - 30 o C 

Current Density 0.2 - 0.3 amp/dm 2 

Cathode Efficiency 0.026 gm/amp. minute (21% efficiency) at 

0.25 amp/dm 2 and 25 o C with 4 gm/l gold. 

Deposition Rate 1 micron in 24 minutes at 0.25 

amp/dm 2 

The gold concentration is reduced to reduce drag-out losses and the 

pH reduced to stabilise cathode efficiency. 

7. For thin decorative products, the gold content may be reduced 

to ca. 1 gm/l without real colour or alloy modification. Care 

must be taken however in maintaining regular replenishment in 

these cases. Thicknesses of 1 - 2 micron will require ca. 4 

gm/l gold and thicknesses of 5 micron and greater will require 

6 - 8 gm/l gold in solution. 

The process contains a stabiliser for improvement of metal 

distribution and to minimise the attack of stainless steel anodes. 

It should be maintained at a minimum of 15 ml/l. Refer to LeaRonal 

Service Labs. for analysis for this component. Adding 10 ml/l 

Endura Gleam 265 Stabiliser increases the active concentration by 5 

ml/l. Consumption of this constituent may vary according to 

individual plant features and drag-out losses. 

When ordering please use the following product codes and descriptions :- 

60160110 Gold Potassium Cyanide (68.1% gold) 

61001901 Endura Gleam 265 Make-up Solution 

61001906 Endura Gleam 265 Replenisher Solution 

61001912 Endura Gleam 265 Acid Solution 

61001916 Endura Gleam 265 Conductivity Solution 

61001917 Endura Gleam 265 Conductivity Salt 

61001931 Endura Gleam 265 Stabiliser 

61001964 Endura Gleam 265 Cobalt Concentrate 

Dated: December 1987 

The information contained in this bulletin regarding the use of materials is based upon experience under 

laboratory controls. The Seller makes no guarantee or warranty, express or implied, as to (a) the use of such 

materials or (b) the effects incidental to such use or (c) any process or results of any process described in 

any of its bulletins. 

Any information or statements contained in any of its bulletins are expressly made subject to the above 

mentioned provision and subject also to its standard terms and conditions which are deemed part of this notice 

(a copy of such standard terms and conditions is set out below). 

The description of any process in this bulletin is not deemed, or taken, as a licence to operate under any 

patent or as a recommendation to infringe any patent. 

The Seller binds itself only to deliver goods in accordance with the general description upon which they are 

sold whether or not any special particular description shall have been given or implied by law. Any such 

special or particular description shall be taken only as the expression of the Seller's opinion in that behalf. 

The Seller does not give any warranty as to the quality (save that the goods are of merchantable quality), 

state condition fitness of the goods or use to which the goods may be put. Claims on account of weight, loss 

of or damage to the goods in transit (so far as the Seller is liable) shall be made in writing to the Seller 

within the period of 10 days of despatch by the Seller and in writing to the Seller within a period of 30 days 

of receipt thereof. No claim shall be entertained after the expiration of the appropriate period mentioned 

above and the Seller's liability by reason of any such claim shall not in any event exceed the purchase price 

of the goods in respect of which a claim is made. Goods shall not be returned to the Seller without the 

Seller's express written permission.

1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION 

Product Code 61001901 

Trade Name 

ENDURA GLEAM 265 Make up 

Product Type 

Preparation 

Manufacturer/Supplier 

Shipley Europe Ltd 

Address 

Herald Way 

Coventry 

UK 

CV3 2RQ 

Phone Number +44 (0)24 7665 4400 

Fax Number - 

Responsible Department Safety + Environment 

Emergency Phone Number +44 (0)2476 654400 


61001901 1.01 CH EN 17.03.2000 MSDS_CH 

2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON THE COMPONENTS 

Hazardous Components in Product for EC 

Component Name CAS Number Concentration R Phrases Classification 

Hydrazine Salts 1.00 - 5.00 R45, T, CC2 

R23/24/25, R43 

R23/24/25 

Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. 

R43 

May cause sensitisation by skin contact. 

R45 

May cause cancer. 

CC2 Carcinogen, Category 2 

T 

T - Toxic 

Chemical Characterization Aqueous solution of organic and inorganic compounds 

3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION 

Main Hazards 

Health Effects - Eyes 

Health Effects - Skin 

Health Effects - Ingestion 

Health Effects - Inhalation 

4. FIRST AID MEASURES 

First Aid - Eyes 

First Aid - Skin 

First Aid - Ingestion 

First Aid - Inhalation 

Advice to Physicians 

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES 

Extinguishing Media 

May cause cancer. May cause sensitisation by skin 

contact. 

will cause conjunctival irritation and possibly corneal 

damage. 

Material will cause irritation. 

irritation of mouth, throat and digestive tract. 

None known. 

Immediately flood the eye with plenty of water for at least 

15 minutes, holding the eye open. Obtain medical 

attention urgently. 

Immediately flood the skin with large quantities of water, 

preferably under a shower. Remove contaminated 

clothing as washing proceeds. Continue washing for at 

least 10 minutes. Obtain medical attention if blistering 

occurs or redness persists. Contaminated clothing 

should be washed or dry-cleaned before re-use. 

Have victim drink 240-300ml of water. If vomiting occurs 

naturally, rinse mouth and repeat administration of 

water. Wash out mouth with water. Keep warm and at 

rest. If breathing stops or shows signs of failing, apply 

artificial respiration. Obtain medical attention urgently. 

Remove from exposure. Keep warm and at rest. Obtain 

medical attention. 

Treat symptomatically. 

Not combustible. Use water spray, foam, dry chemical or 

MSDS_CH Page 1 of 4


Unsuitable Extinguishing Media 

Special Hazards of Product 

Protective Equipment for Fire- 

Fighting 

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES 

Personal Precautions 

Environmental Precautions 

Spillages 

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE 

Handling 

Storage 


61001901 1.01 CH EN 17.03.2000 MSDS_CH 

carbon dioxide. 

None known. 

This product may give rise to hazardous fumes in a fire. 

Wear full protective clothing and self-contained 

breathing apparatus. 

Wear appropriate protective clothing. 

Prevent the material from entering drains or water 

courses. Advise Authorities if spillage has entered water 

course or sewer or has contaminated soil or vegetation. 

Contain and absorb using earth, sand or other inert 

material. Transfer into suitable containers for recovery or 

disposal. 

Use in well ventilated area. Avoid inhaling vapour. Avoid 

contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Emergency shower 

and eye wash facilities should be readily available. Keep 

container tightly closed when not in use. 

Storage area should be: dry. out of direct sunlight. well 

ventilated. Store in original containers. 

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION 

Occupational Exposure Standards 

Hydrazine Salts MAK Carcinogens group 2. 

Engineering Control Measures Use of the basic principles of Industrial Hygiene will 

enable this material to be used safely. 

Respiratory Protection 

Respiratory protection not normally required. 

Hand Protection 

PVC or rubber gloves. 

Eye Protection 

Chemical goggles must be worn during all handling 

operations. 

Body Protection 

Normal work wear. 

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES 

Physical State 

Liquid. 

Colour 

Clear. Colourless to slight yellowish 

Odour 

No data. 

pH Ca. 4.5 

Solubility in Water (kg/m3) Miscible. 

Density (kg/m3) Ca. 1160. 

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY 

Stability 

Conditions to Avoid 

Materials to Avoid 

Hazardous Decomposition 

Products 

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION 

Acute Toxicity 

Skin Sensitisation 

Chronic 

Stable under normal conditions. 

High temperatures. 

None known. 

None known. 

Oral LD50 (rat) : > 2000 mg/kg. 

The possibility of allergic sensitisation should be 

considered. 

One of the components of this product is classified by 



Toxicity/Carcinogenicity 

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION 

Persistence/Degradability 

Ecotoxicity 

13. DISPOSAL 

Product Disposal 

Container Disposal 

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION 

UN Number - 

UN Proper Shipping Name Not classified. 

UN Class - 

UN Packaging Group - 

ADR/RID - Description 

Not classified. 

ADR/RID - Class - 

ADR/RID - Item No. - 

IMDG - Proper Shipping Name Not classified. 

IMDG - Packaging Group - 

IMDG - Class - 

IMDG-Page - 

IMDG - Subsidiary Risk - 

IMDG - Marine Pollutant - 

IMDG - Ems Number - 

IMDG - MFAG Table Number - 

IATA - Proper Shipping Name Not classified. 

IATA - Packaging Group - 

IATA - Class - 

IATA - Subsidiary Risks - 

ICAO - 

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION 

Labelling Information 


61001901 1.01 CH EN 17.03.2000 MSDS_CH 

EEC as a category 2 carcinogen:- substances which 

should be regarded as if they were carcinogenic to man. 

The product is partially or slowly biodegradable. 

WHC 2 (Germany): Hazardous for water (selfestimation). 

Do not release into the enviroment. 

Dispose of in accordance with all applicable local and 

national regulations. 

Labels should not be removed from containers until they 

have been cleaned. Empty containers may contain 

hazardous residues. Dispose of containers with care. 

Toxic 

R phrases 

S phrases 

16. OTHER INFORMATION 

MSDS first issued 5 August 1999 

MSDS data revised 17 March 2000 


contact. 

Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use. 

In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical 

advice immediately (show the label where possible). 



Uses and Restrictions 


61001901 1.01 CH EN 17.03.2000 MSDS_CH 

These data are based on our present knowledge. 

However, they shall not constitute a guarantee for any 

specific product features and shall not establish a legally 

valid contractual relationship. 



ENDURA GLEAM 265 Replenisher 

61001906 4.01 CH EN 17.03.2000 MSDS_CH 


Trade Name 


Product Type 

Preparation 



Address 

Herald Way 

Coventry 

UK 

CV3 2RQ 

Phone Number +44 (0)24 7665 4400 

Fax Number - 







R23/24/25, R43 

R23/24/25 


R43 


R45 



T 

T - Toxic 



Main Hazards 









contact. 


damage. 

Material will cause irritation. May cause sensitisation. 


irritation of nose, throat and respiratory tract. 










First Aid - Ingestion Wash out mouth with water. Have victim drink 240- 

300ml of water. If vomiting occurs naturally, rinse mouth 

and repeat administration of water. Keep warm and at 


artificial respiration. Monitor breathing, pulse and level of 

conciousness. Obtain medical attention urgently. 



Remove from exposure. Keep warm and at rest. If 

breathing stops or shows signs of failing, give artificial 

respiration. Obtain medical attention. 








Fighting 




Spillages 



Storage 


61001906 4.01 CH EN 17.03.2000 MSDS_CH 



None known. 










disposal. 





Storage area should be: dry. well ventilated. out of direct 

sunlight. Away from incompatible materials (see also 

section 10 'Materials to avoid'). Store in original 

containers. 












operations. 



Protection During Application During application, adequate ventilation must be 

provided. 



Liquid. 

Colour 

Clear. Pink. 

Odour 

No data. 

pH < 2.0 




Stability 




Products 



Alkalis. 

toxic nitrogen compounds. 





Chronic 




Ecotoxicity 

13. DISPOSAL 




UN Number - 

UN Proper Shipping Name Not Classified 

UN Class - 



Not Classified 



IMDG - Proper Shipping Name Not Classified 



IMDG-Page - 





IATA - Proper Shipping Name Not Classified 




ICAO - 




61001906 4.01 CH EN 17.03.2000 MSDS_CH 



considered. 





WHC 3 (Germany): Extremely hazardous for water (selfestimation). 







Toxic 

R phrases 

S phrases 


contact. 






MSDS first issued 27 June 1996 


61001906 4.01 CH EN 17.03.2000 MSDS_CH 








ENDURA GLEAM 265 Conductivity Solution 

61001916 1.00 CH EN 12.06.2000 MSDS_CH 

1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND 

COMPANY/UNDERTAKING 


Trade Name 


Product Type 

Preparation 



Address 

Herald Way 

Coventry 

UK 

CV3 2RQ 

Phone Number +44 (0)24 7665 4400 

Fax Number - 



2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS 




R23/24/25, R43 

R23/24/25 


R43 


R45 



T 

T - Toxic 


3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION 

Main Hazards 





4. FIRST-AID MEASURES 







contact. 


damage. 

Material will cause irritation. 


None known. 







least 10 minutes. Obtain medical attention urgently. 

Contaminated clothing should be washed or dry-cleaned 

before re-use. 




rest. Monitor breathing, pulse and level of conciousness. 

If breathing stops or shows signs of failing, apply 


Remove from exposure. Keep warm and at rest. If 

breathing stops or shows signs of failing, give artificial 

respiration. Obtain medical attention. 



5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES 





Fighting 




Spillages 



Storage 


61001916 1.00 CH EN 12.06.2000 MSDS_CH 



None known. 




Wear appropriate protective clothing. Wear respiratory 

protection. 






disposal. 








containers. 












operations. 





Liquid. 

Colour 

Clear. Colourless to slight yellowish 

Odour 

No data. 

pH Ca. 4.5 




Stability 




Products 



Cyanides. 

None known. 





Chronic 




Ecotoxicity 

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS 




UN Number - 


UN Class - 









IMDG-Page - 









ICAO - 




61001916 1.00 CH EN 12.06.2000 MSDS_CH 



considered. 





The product is rated as highly toxic to aquatic species. 








Toxic 

R phrases 

S phrases 


contact. 





61001916 1.00 CH EN 12.06.2000 MSDS_CH 





MSDS data revised 







ENDURA GLEAM 265 Conductivity Salt 

61001917 1.00 CH EN 12.06.2000 MSDS_CH 




Trade Name 


Product Type 

Preparation 



Address 

Herald Way 

Coventry 

UK 

CV3 2RQ 

Phone Number +44 (0)24 7665 4400 

Fax Number - 




Chemical Characterization 

















Fighting 




Mixture of solid inorganic compounds 

may cause slight transient irritation. 

Aqueous solution may cause irritation on prolonged or 

repeated contact. 


None known. 



attention if soreness or redness persists. 









water. Keep warm and at rest. Wash out mouth with 

water. Obtain medical attention urgently. 

Remove from exposure. Keep warm and at rest. Seek 

medical attention if one feels unwell. 




None known. 

None known. 








Spillages 



Storage 


61001917 1.00 CH EN 12.06.2000 MSDS_CH 




disposal. 

Use in well ventilated area. Avoid inhaling dust. Avoid 


and eye wash facilities should be readily available. 


sunlight. Store in original containers. 


Engineering Control Measures 





Use of the basic principles of Industrial Hygiene will 


Dust respirator. 


Chemical goggles must be worn. 




Powder. 

Colour 

White. 

Odour 

Odourless. 

pH 

Ca. 4.5 at 1% w/w in water. 

Melting Point (°C) 250 °C 

Solubility in Water (kg/m3) 220 g/l at 20 °C. 

Density (kg/m3) 

1100 kg/m3. 


Stability 




Products 

No unusual reactivity. 


None known. 

None known. 





Ecotoxicity 





UN Number - 


UN Class - 

Oral LD50 (mouse) : > 1700 mg/kg. 

No known reports of skin sensitisation. 

WHC 1 (Germany): Slightly hazardous for water (selfestimation). 





have been cleaned. 











IMDG-Page - 









ICAO - 




61001917 1.00 CH EN 12.06.2000 MSDS_CH 

Not classified - Health 

S phrases 





Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wear suitable 

protective clothing. 








Trade Name 

ENDURA GLEAM 265 Stabilizer 

Product Type 

Preparation 



Address 

Herald Way 

Coventry 

UK 

CV3 2RQ 

Phone Number +44 (0)24 7665 4400 

Fax Number - 




61001931 6.01 CH EN 17.03.2000 MSDS_CH 




Hydrazine 10.00 - 25.00 R45, T, CC2 

R23/24/25, R34 

R23/24/25 


R34 

Causes burns. 

R45 



T 

T - Toxic 



Main Hazards 











May cause cancer. Harmful by inhalation, in contact with 

skin and if swallowed. Causes burns. 

will cause severe conjunctival irritation and corneal 

damage. 

Material will cause chemical burns. 

corrosion of mouth, throat and digestive tract. 

Exposure to vapour at high concentrations may have the 

following effects:- irritation of nose, throat and 

respiratory tract. 














Remove patient from exposure. Keep warm and at rest. 

Obtain medical attention. 








Fighting 




Spillages 



Storage 


61001931 6.01 CH EN 17.03.2000 MSDS_CH 



None known. 










disposal. 






section 10 'Materials to avoid'). 



Hydrazine 








Liquid. 

Colour 

Clear. Colourless. 

Odour 

Odourless. 

pH > 9.5 




Stability 




Products 

FRG: TRK 0.1ppm (0.13mg/m3) 8h TWA. MAK 

Carcinogens group 2. Peak limitation category VI MAK 

Special effects group H (danger of cutaneous 

absorption). 









Oxidising agents. 

None known. 




Irritancy - Eyes 

Irritancy - Skin 


Chronic 




Ecotoxicity 

13. DISPOSAL 





61001931 6.01 CH EN 17.03.2000 MSDS_CH 


This material is corrosive to the eye. 

This material is corrosive to the skin. 













UN Number 3293 

UN Proper Shipping Name Hydrazine, aqueous solution. 

UN Class 6.1 

UN Packaging Group 

III 


Hydrazine, aqueous solution. 

ADR/RID - Class 6.1 

ADR/RID - Item No. 

65 c 

IMDG - Proper Shipping Name Hydrazine, aqueous solution. 

IMDG - Packaging Group III 

IMDG - Class 6.1 

IMDG-Page 6161-1 



IMDG - Ems Number 6.1-02 

IMDG - MFAG Table Number 720 

IATA - Proper Shipping Name Hydrazine, aqueous solution. 

IATA - Packaging Group 

III 

IATA - Class 6.1 


ICAO PAX 611 (60 l) / CAO 618 (220 l) 



Toxic 

R phrases 

S phrases 

May cause cancer. Harmful by inhalation, in contact with 

skin and if swallowed. Causes burns. 




61001931 6.01 CH EN 17.03.2000 MSDS_CH 





MSDS first issued 10 November 1994 









ENDURA GLEAM 265 Cobalt Concentrate 

61001964 3.01 CH EN 17.03.2000 MSDS_CH 


Trade Name 


Product Type 

Preparation 



Address 

Herald Way 

Coventry 

UK 

CV3 2RQ 

Phone Number +44 (0)24 7665 4400 

Fax Number - 






Cobalt compound 5.00 - 10.00 R22, R42/43 Xn 

R22 

Harmful if swallowed. 

R42/43 May cause sensitisation by inhalation and skin contact. 

Xn 

Xn - Harmful 



Main Hazards 
















Fighting 


may cause slight transient irritation. 



None known. 














Remove from exposure. Keep warm and at rest. Seek 

medical attention if one feels unwell. 




None known. 

None known. 







Spillages 



Storage 


61001964 3.01 CH EN 17.03.2000 MSDS_CH 







disposal. 





sunlight. Store in original containers. 



Cobalt compound 






Protection During Application 

OSHA PEL:TWA (8h) 0.05 mg Co/m3. 

ACGIH TLV:TWA 0.05 mg Co/m3. 







During application, adequate ventilation must be 

provided. 



Liquid. 

Colour 

Clear. Pink. 

Odour 

Odourless. 

pH Ca. 9.0 




Stability 




Products 




Chronic 




None known. 

None known. 



considered. 

A component of this product is classified by EEC as a 

category 3 carcinogen:- substances which cause 

concern owing to possible carcinogenic effects but in 

respect of which the information is not adequate for a 

satisfactory assessment. 



Ecotoxicity 

13. DISPOSAL 




UN Number - 


UN Class - 









IMDG-Page - 









ICAO - 




61001964 3.01 CH EN 17.03.2000 MSDS_CH 

WHC 2 (Germany): Hazardous for water (selfestimation). 




Dispose of containers with care. 

Irritant 

R phrases 

S phrases 


MSDS first issued 8 March 1996 











ENDURA GLEAM 195 Nickel Concentrate 

61000666 6.00 CH EN 27.02.2001 MSDS_CH 




Trade Name 


Product Type 

Preparation 



Address 

Herald Way 

Coventry 

UK 

CV3 2RQ 

Phone Number +44 (0)24 7665 4400 

Fax Number - 






Nickel sulphate 7786-81-4 10.00 - 30.00 R22, R40, Canc3, Xn, N 

R42/43, R50/53 

R22 

Harmful if swallowed. 

R40 

Possible risk of irreversible effects. 

R42/43 May cause sensitisation by inhalation and skin contact. 

R50/53 Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse 

effects in the aquatic environment. 

Canc3 Carcinogen, Category 3 

N 

N - Dangerous to the Environment 

Xn 

Xn - Harmful 

Chemical Characterization Aqueous solution of inorganic compounds 


Main Hazards 










Possible risk of irreversible effects. May cause 

sensitisation by inhalation and skin contact. Very toxic to 

aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects 

in the aquatic environment. 

will cause conjunctival irritation. 


Swallowing may have the following effects:- irritation of 

mouth, throat and digestive tract. 

None known. 













rest. Obtain medical attention urgently. 










Fighting 




Spillages 



Storage 


61000666 6.00 CH EN 27.02.2001 MSDS_CH 

Seek medical attention if one feels unwell. 




None known. 

None known. 









disposal. 




Storage area should be: dry, well ventilated, out of 

direct sunlight, Store in original containers. 



Nickel sulphate 








Liquid. 

Colour 

Green. Clear. 

Odour 

Faint. 

pH 

No data. 




Stability 




Products 

FRG: MAK 0.05mg/m3 8h TWA. ACGIH: TLV 0.1mg/m3 

8h TWA. 









None known. 

None known. 





Chronic 



Ecotoxicity 





UN Number - 


UN Class - 









IMDG-Page - 









ICAO - 




61000666 6.00 CH EN 27.02.2001 MSDS_CH 


Nickel compounds may cause skin sensitisation. 

A component of this product is classified by EEC as a 

category 3 carcinogen:- substances which cause 

concern owing to possible carcinogenic effects but in 

respect of which the information is not adequate for a 

satisfactory assessment. 








Harmful 

R phrases 

S phrases 

Possible risk of irreversible effects. May cause 

sensitisation by inhalation and skin contact. Very toxic to 

aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects 

in the aquatic environment. 






MSDS first issued 21 February 1995 


61000666 6.00 CH EN 27.02.2001 MSDS_CH 

MSDS data revised 27 February 2001 









Trade Name 

Potassium gold cyanide 

Product Type 

Preparation 


LeaRonal AG 

Address Grossmatte 4 

CH-6014 Littau 

Phone Number 041 259 44 44 

Fax Number 041 259 44 00 


Emergency Phone Number 041/259 44 73 


60160108 3.00 CH EN 03.12.1998 MSDS_CH 


Product Trivial Name 

Product Formal Name 

CAS Number 



Main Hazards 















Fighting 


Very toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if 

swallowed. Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas. 


damage. 

Material will cause severe irritation. 

Swallowing may have the following effects:- severe 

irritation of mouth, throat and digestive tract. may prove 

suddenly fatal. 

severe irritation of nose, throat and respiratory tract. 













rest. Monitor breathing, pulse and level of conciousness. 

Obtain medical attention urgently. 


Seek medical attention if one feels unwell. 



None known. 








Spillages 



Storage 


60160108 3.00 CH EN 03.12.1998 MSDS_CH 





Sweep or preferably vacuum up and collect in suitable 

containers for recovery or disposal. Avoid creating a 

dust. 




Cyanide first aid treatment (containing amyl nitrite 

capsules) must be available at site. 




containers. 


Occupational Exposure 

Standards 






Protection During Application 



Dust respirator. 



operations. 


During application, adequate ventilation must be 

provided. 



Crystals. 

Colour 

White. 

Odour 

Odourless. 

Solubility in Water (kg/m3) 13.8 g/100 ml at 20 °C. 

Decomposition Temp. (°C) 200 °C 


Stability 




Products 





Ecotoxicity 



Acids. 

Hydrogen cyanide 

Oral LD50 (mouse) 8.5mg/kg. 


Strong marine pollutant (self-estimation). Do not release 

into enviroment. 


13. DISPOSAL 





60160108 3.00 CH EN 03.12.1998 MSDS_CH 




have been cleaned. Dispose of containers with care. 


UN Proper Shipping Name Cyanides, inorganic, solid, n.o.s. (containing potassium 

gold cyanide). 

UN Class 6.1 


II 


Cyanides, inorganic, solid, n.o.s. (containing potassium 




41b 

IMDG - Proper Shipping Name Cyanides, inorganic, solid, n.o.s. (containing potassium 


IMDG - Packaging Group II 


IMDG-Page 6115 


IMDG - Marine Pollutant 

P 



IATA - Proper Shipping Name Cyanides, inorganic, solid, n.o.s. (containing potassium 



II 



ICAO 

PAX 613 (25 kg) / CAO 615 (100 kg) 



Very Toxic 

Dangerous to the Environment 

R phrases 

S phrases 

EC Annex I Classification 




Keep container tightly closed and in a well ventilated 

place. After contact with skin, wash immediately with 

plenty of: water. Do not empty into drains. In case of 

accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice 

immediately (show the label where possible). 

T+ - Very toxic 

MSDS first issued 11 September 1997 

MSDS data revised 3 December 1998 


This product is purposed to be used for electro-chemical 

or chemical surface treatment. Lea Ronal undertakes no 




60160108 3.00 CH EN 03.12.1998 MSDS_CH 

liability for other applications to this product without 

preceding request. 




Trade Name Potassium gold cyanide 68.2% 

Product Type 

Preparation 


LeaRonal AG 

Address Grossmatte 4 

CH-6014 Littau 

Phone Number 041 259 44 44 

Fax Number 041 259 44 00 


Emergency Phone Number 041/259 44 73 

Potassium gold cyanide 68.2% 

60160101 1.00 CH EN 11.02.2000 MSDS_CH 


Product Trivial Name 

Product Formal Name 

CAS Number 



Main Hazards 














will cause conjunctival irritation. 

Material will cause severe irritation. 

Swallowing may have the following effects:- may prove 

suddenly fatal. 

severe irritation to nose, throat and respiratory tract and 

possibly lung damage. 
















Obtain medical attention urgently. 

Treat symptomatically. Take a blood sample in all cases 

for blood cyanide using fluoride/oxalate tube and chill 

immediately and arrange urgent analysis. If the patient is 

lapsing into unconsciousness or if blood cyanide levels 

are available and indicate the need, one ampoule of 

dicobalt edetate (300mg) diluted in 20ml glucose 

solution must be given by slow intravenous injection. Be 

careful to avoid extravasation. This specific antidote is 

dangerous when administered in the absence of serious 

cyanide poisoning. The treatment may be repeated if 

there is an inadequate response and there is a high 








Fighting 

blood cyanide level. 




Spillages 



Storage 


60160101 1.00 CH EN 11.02.2000 MSDS_CH 



None known. 




Wear appropriate protective clothing. Wear respiratory 

protection. 




Sweep up into suitable containers for recovery or 

disposal. Avoid creating a dust. 




Cyanide first aid treatment (containing amyl nitrite 

capsules) must be available at site. 




containers. 


Occupational Exposure 

Standards 









Air supplied breathing apparatus. The following type of 

filter is recommended for the breathing equipment: B- 

P2. 





Crystals. 

Colour 

White. 

Odour 

Bitter almonds. 

pH 

Strongly alkaline. 

Melting Point (°C) 

Decomposes before melting. 

Solubility in Water (kg/m3) Completely soluble. 

Density (kg/m3) 3450. 


Stability 





Acids. 




Products 

Hydrogen cyanide 



Irritancy - Eyes 



Ecotoxicity 

13. DISPOSAL 





60160101 1.00 CH EN 11.02.2000 MSDS_CH 

Oral LD50 (rat) 20.9mg/kg. 

This material is corrosive to the eye. 










UN Proper Shipping Name Cyanides, inorganic, solid, n.o.s. (containing potassium 


UN Class 6.1 


II 


Cyanides, inorganic, solid, n.o.s. (containing potassium 




41 b 

IMDG - Proper Shipping Name Cyanides, inorganic, solid, n.o.s. (containing potassium 


IMDG - Packaging Group II 


IMDG-Page 6115 


IMDG - Marine Pollutant 

P 



IATA - Proper Shipping Name Cyanides, inorganic, solid, n.o.s. (containing potassium 



II 



ICAO 

PAX 613 (25 kg) / CAO 615 (100 kg) 



Very Toxic 




60160101 1.00 CH EN 11.02.2000 MSDS_CH 

Dangerous to the Environment 

R phrases 



S phrases 

Keep container tightly closed. After contact with skin, 

wash immediately with plenty of: water. Do not empty 

into drains. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek 

medical advice immediately (show the label where 

possible). 

EINECS Number 208-047-0 

EC Annex I Number 006-007-00-5 

EC Annex I Classification T+ - Very toxic 


MSDS first issued 26 January 2000 



This product is purposed to be used for electro-chemical 

or chemical surface treatment. Lea Ronal undertakes no 

liability for other applications to this product without 

preceding request. 


10527 - ENPREP 283 

REVISION DATE: 16-05-2000 

SAFETY DATA SHEET 

ENPREP 283 

1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND THE COMPANY: 

PRODUCT NAME: ENPREP 283 

PART No.: 0110805 

APPLICATIONS: 

Alkaline cleaner. 

EMERGENCY TELEPHONES: Tel: 01483 758400 or 01483 715971 

SUPPLIER: 

Enthone-OMI (UK) Ltd, 

Forsyth Road, 

Sheerwater, 

Woking. Surrey. GU21 5RZ 

TELEPHONE: 01483 758400 

FAX: 01483 728837 

2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS: 

INGREDIENT NAME: 

SODIUM CARBONATE 

SODIUM METASILICATE 

SODIUM HYDROXIDE 

PROPRIETARY CHEM.N-HS 85/S 

CAS No.: CONTENT HEALTH: RISK: 

497-19-8 30-60 % Xi 36 

6834-92-0 10-30 % C 34, 37 

1310-73-2 10-30 % C 35 

0-1 % Xi 36/38 

COMPOSITION COMMENTS: 

Preparation based on inorganic compounds. 

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION: 

Causes severe burns. 

4. FIRST AID MEASURES: 

GENERAL: 

INHALATION: 

INGESTION: 

Medical treatment. Treat symptomatically. 

Seek medical attention for all burns, regardless how minor they may seem. 

Move the exposed person to fresh air at once. When breathing is difficult, properly trained personnel may assist 

affected person by administering 100% oxygen. Keep the affected person warm and at rest. Get prompt medical 

attention. Perform artificial respiration if breathing has stopped. 

NEVER MAKE AN UNCONSCIOUS PERSON VOMIT OR DRINK FLUIDS! Rinse mouth thoroughly. If 

chemical has been swallowed immediately get affected person to drink ~550mls. (1 pint) of water to dilute. Give 

repeated drinks of ~200mls.(cupful) of water every 10 minutes. DO NOT induce vomiting. Get medical attention 

immediately. 

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SKIN: 

EYES: 

Remove affected person from the source of contamination. Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. 

Promptly wash all contaminated skin with water. Seek medical attention. 

Promptly wash eyes with plenty of water while lifting the eye lids. Get medical attention immediately. Continue 

to rinse. 

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES: 

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: 

This material is not combustible. Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire. 

SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: 

Move container from fire area if it can be done without risk. 

Wear Self Contained breathing apparatus. 

Wear full protective clothing. 

UNUSUAL FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARDS: 

May develop toxic or corrosive fumes in a fire situation ! 

May react with amphoteric metals (such as aluminium, zinc, tin) generating hydrogen gas which will burn or 

explode if ignited. 

PROTECTIVE MEASURES IN FIRE: 

Keep run-off water out of sewers and watercourses. 

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES: 

PERSONAL PRECAUTION IN SPILL: 

Wear suitable protection as detailed in section 8. 

PRECAUTIONS TO PROTECT ENVIRONMENT: 

Inform Local Authorities if large amounts are involved. 

Prevent product from entering drains or water courses by best available means. 

SPILL CLEANUP METHODS: 

Avoid generation and spreading of dust. Collect up spilt material into suitable containers. When spillage is 

cleared flush the area with water. 

Wash thoroughly after dealing with the spillage. 

DO NOT WASH SPILLAGES INDISCRIMINATELY DOWN DRAINS. 

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE: 

USAGE PRECAUTIONS: 

Mechanical ventilation or local exhaust ventilation may be required. Avoid handling which leads to dust 

formation. Avoid spilling, skin and eye contact. 

The addition of water to this product is accompanied by considerable generation of heat. 

STORAGE PRECAUTIONS: 

Store at moderate temperatures in dry, well ventilated area. 

STORAGE CRITERIA: 

Corrosive storage. 

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION: 

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PROPRIETARY CHEM.N-HS 85/S 

CAS No.: STD: LT EXP. 8 HRS: ST EXP. 15 MIN: 

497-19-8 No std. No std. 

6834-92-0 No std. No std. 

1310-73-2 OES. No std. 2.00 mg/m3 

No std. No std. 

INGREDIENT COMMENTS: 

OES = Occupational Exposure Standard (EH40). 

No std.= No Occupational Exposure Standard established. 

PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: 

PROCESS CONDITIONS: 

Use engineering controls to reduce air contamination to permissible exposure level. Provide eyewash station and 

safety shower. 

VENTILATION: 

RESPIRATORS: 

Provide adequate general and local exhaust ventilation. 

No specific recommendation made, but respiratory protection must be used if the general level exceeds the 

Occupational Exposure Level (OEL). Exposure should be avoided/controlled by ventilation or extraction. If 

exposure limits are likely to be exceeded wear a suitable dust mask. 

PROTECTIVE GLOVES: 

Use protective gloves made of: Rubber or plastic. 

EYE PROTECTION: 

Wear full face visor or shield. 

OTHER PROTECTION: 

Wear appropriate clothing to prevent reasonably probable skin contact. 

HYGIENIC WORK PRACTICES: 

Promptly remove any clothing that becomes contaminated. Contaminated clothing to be placed in closed 

container until disposal or decontamination. Warn cleaning personnel of chemical's hazardous properties. Wash 

promptly with soap & water if skin becomes contaminated. Wash at the end of each work shift and before eating, 

smoking and using the toilet. No eating or drinking while working with this material. 

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES: 

APPEARANCE: 

Powder, dust. 

COLOUR: 

Off-white. 

ODOUR/TASTE: 

No characteristic odour. 

SOLUBILITY DESCRIPTION: 

Soluble in water. 

BULK DENSITY: 

N/D 

pH-VALUE, CONC. SOLUTION: N/A 

FLASH POINT (°C): N/A METHOD: N/A. 

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY: 

STABILITY: 

No particular stability concerns. 

CONDITIONS TO AVOID: 

Avoid moisture. 

HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: 

Will not polymerize. 

MATERIALS TO AVOID: 

Acids and acidic materials. Ammonia or ammonium compounds. 

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10527 - ENPREP 283 


11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION: 

TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION: 

No data is available for the LD 50 value. 

INHALATION: 

INGESTION: 

SKIN: 

EYES: 

Dust may cause irritation to the respiratory system. There will be a feeling of tightness in the chest with shortness 

of breath, a cough and a sore throat. In severe cases congestion of the lungs can occur causing severe shortness 

of breath and possibly unconsciousness. 

There will be soreness and redness of the mouth and throat with pain and difficulty in swallowing. Corrosive 

burns may be present around the lips. Nausea, vomiting and stomach pain may occur. Blood may be vomited. 

Irritation or pain will occur at the contact site. There may be either redness or whiteness of the skin in the 

contact area, ocassionally followed by blistering. Severe burns can occur. 

There will be irritation and pain with redness and profuse lacrimation. Severe corneal burns may occur. 

OTHER HEALTH EFFECTS: 

This substance has no evidence of carcinogenic properties. 

HEALTH WARNINGS: 

This substance is corrosive. Causes severe burns. 

Contact with concentrated chemical may very rapidly cause severe eye damage, possibly loss of sight. Serious 

damage to the lining of nose, throat and lungs. Burning pain and severe corrosive skin damage. Swallowing 

concentrated chemical may cause severe internal injury. Ingestion may result in perforation of the oesophagus, 

vomiting blood, diarrhoea, shock, haemolysis and haemoglobinuria. 

MEDICAL SYMPTOMS: 

Extreme irritation of eyes and mucous membranes, including burning and severe lacrimation. Irritation of nose 

due to vapour or dust contact. Sore throat. Upper respiratory irritation. Coughing, chest tightness, feeling of 

chest pressure. Shortness of breath. Severe skin irritation. Severe abdominal pain. Nausea, vomiting. Vomiting of 

blood. Unconsciousness. 

SUBSTANCE: 


TOXIC DOSE - LD 50: 117.00 mg/kg (ipr-mus) 

CARCINOGENIC: 


SUBSTANCE: 


TOXIC DOSE - LD 50: 1280 mg/kg (oral rat) 

CARCINOGENIC: 


SUBSTANCE: 


TOXIC DOSE - LD 50: 500.00 mg/kg (oral-rbt) 

CARCINOGENIC: 


SUBSTANCE: PROPRIETARY CHEM.N-HS 85/S 

TOXIC DOSE - LD 50: 

CARCINOGENIC: 

>2000 mg/kg (oral rat) 


12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION: 

ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION: 

Because of harmful effects on water organisms this material should not be allowed to enter water courses. 

BIO ACCUMULATION: 

No information available. 

DEGRADABILITY: 

No Information available. 

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10527 - ENPREP 283 


ACUTE FISH TOXICITY: 


WATER HAZARD CLASSIFICATION: 

Hazardous. 

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS: 

GENERAL/CLEANING: 

Product must be disposed of as Special Waste. Local and national requirements must be observed when 

disposing of this material. Dispose via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Hazard Code H8 - Corrosive. 

DISPOSAL METHODS: 

Dispose of in accordance with Local Authority requirements. 

EMPTY CONTAINERS: Rinse thoroughly before disposal in accordance with Control of Pollution Act 1974. 

NOTE. Before discharging to waste water streams this product will require the addition of a suitable foam 

suppressant to prevent excessive foaming of the effluent. 

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION: 

LABEL FOR CONVEYANCE: 

ROAD TRANSPORT: 

UN No. ROAD: 3262 

ADR CLASS No.: 

Class 8: Corrosive substances. 

ADR CLASS: 8 

ADR ITEM No.: 

46°(b) 

HAZARD No. (ADR) 

80 Corrosive or slightly corrosive substance. 

HAZARD No. (ADR) 80 

ADR MARGINAL: 2801 

ADR LABEL No.: 8 

HAZCHEM CODE: 

2X 

CEFIC TEC(R) No.: 

80G09 

PROPER SHIPPING NAME I: 

CORROSIVE SOLID, BASIC, INORGANIC, N.O.S. (SODIUM HYDROXIDE, 

SODIUM METASILICATE, MIXTURE). 

RAIL TRANSPORT: 

RID CLASS No.: 8 

SEA TRANSPORT: 

UN No. SEA: 3262 

IMDG CLASS: 8 

IMDG PAGE No.: 8150-1 

IMDG PACK GR.: 

II 

EmS No.: 8-15 

MFAG TABLE No.: 760 

AIR TRANSPORT: 

UN No., AIR: 3262 

ICAO CLASS: 8 

AIR SUB CLASS: - 

AIR PACK GR.: 

II 

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15. REGULATORY INFORMATION: 

LABEL FOR SUPPLY: 

RISK PHRASES: 

SAFETY PHRASES: 

UK REGULATORY REFERENCES: 

ENVIRONMENTAL LISTING: 

STATUTORY INSTRUMENTS: 

APPROVED CODE OF PRACTICE: 

GUIDANCE NOTES: 

R-35 Causes severe burns. 

S-26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek 

medical advice. 

S-36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. 

S-45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately 

(show the label where possible). 

S-60 This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste. 

Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health 

Regulations 1988. Chemicals (Hazard Information & Packaging) Regulations 1993. 

Control of Pollution Act 1974. Control of Pollution (Special Waste Regulations) Act 

1980. The Special Waste Regulations 1996. 

The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 Control of Substances Hazardous to 

Health. Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging) Regulations. 

The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health. Classification and Labelling of 

Substances and Preparations Dangerous for Supply. Safety Data Sheets for 

Substances and Preparations L62. 

Occupational Exposure Limits EH40 

16. OTHER INFORMATION: 

USER NOTES: 

INFORMATION SOURCES: 

REVISION COMMENTS: 

N/A-NOT APPLICABLE. N/D-NO DATA. 

N/I-NO INFORMATION. N/K-NOT KNOWN. 

Croner's: Emergency First Aid Guide. 

This revision replaces all previously issued S.D.S's for this product. 


REV. No./REPL. SDS GENERATED: 3 

DATE: 16-08-1994 

PRINTED: 02 October 2001 

THIS SDS IS PRODUCED WITH SAFECHEM for WINDOWS 

DISCLAIMER: 

THIS INFORMATION RELATES ONLY TO THE SPECIFIC MATERIAL DESIGNATED AND MAY NOT BE VALID FOR SUCH MATERIAL 

USED IN COMBINATION WITH ANY OTHER MATERIALS OR IN ANY PROCESS. SUCH INFORMATION IS, TO THE BEST OF THE 

COMPANY'S KNOWLEDGE AND BELIEF, ACCURATE AND RELIABLE AS OF THE DATE INDICATED. HOWEVER NO WARRANTY, 

GUARANTEE OR REPRESENTATION IS MADE AS TO ITS ACCURACY, RELIABILITY OR COMPLETENESS. IT IS THE USER'S 

RESPONSIBILITY TO SATISFY HIMSELF AS TO THE SUITABILITY OF SUCH INFORMATION FOR HIS OWN PARTICULAR USE. 

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11357 - ELECTROLYTIC PASSIVATE FOR SILVER 


SAFETY DATA SHEET 

ELECTROLYTIC PASSIVATE FOR SILVER 

1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND THE COMPANY: 

PRODUCT NAME: 

ELECTROLYTIC PASSIVATE FOR SILVER 

PART No.: 8825010 

EMERGENCY TELEPHONES: Tel: 01483 758400 or 01483 715971 

SUPPLIER: 

Enthone-OMI (UK) Ltd, 

Forsyth Road, 

Sheerwater, 

Woking. Surrey. GU21 5RZ 

TELEPHONE: 01483 758400 

FAX: 01483 728837 

2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS: 


CAS No.: CONTENT HEALTH: RISK: 

SODIUM DICHROMATE 10588-01-9 1-5 % T+ 21, 25, 26, 37/38, 

41, 43, 46, 49 


497-19-8 10-30 % Xi 36 

COMPOSITION COMMENTS: 

Preparation based on inorganic compounds. 

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION: 

Irritating to eyes. May cause sensitisation by skin contact. May cause heritable genetic damage. May cause 

cancer by inhalation. Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic 

environment. Carcinogen Category 2. Mutagen Category 2. 

4. FIRST AID MEASURES: 

GENERAL: 

INHALATION: 

INGESTION: 

SKIN: 

Medical treatment. Treat symptomatically. 

Move the exposed person to fresh air at once. Provide rest, warmth and fresh air. Seek Medical attention if rapid 

recovery does not occur. 

NEVER MAKE AN UNCONSCIOUS PERSON VOMIT OR DRINK FLUIDS! Rinse mouth thoroughly. If 

chemical has been swallowed immediately get affected person to drink ~550mls. (1 pint) of water to dilute. DO 

NOT INDUCE VOMITING! Get medical attention. 

Remove affected person from the source of contamination. Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. 

Promptly wash all contaminated skin with water. Seek medical attention if irritation persists. 

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EYES: 

Promptly wash eyes with plenty of water while lifting the eye lids. Continue to rinse for at least 15 minutes and 

get medical attention. 

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES: 

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: 

This material is not combustible. Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire. 

SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: 

Move container from fire area if it can be done without risk. 

Wear Self Contained breathing apparatus. 

Wear full protective clothing. 

UNUSUAL FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARDS: 

May develop toxic or corrosive fumes in a fire situation ! 

PROTECTIVE MEASURES IN FIRE: 

Keep run-off water out of sewers and watercourses. 

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES: 

PERSONAL PRECAUTION IN SPILL: 

Wear suitable protection as detailed in section 8. 

PRECAUTIONS TO PROTECT ENVIRONMENT: 

Inform Local Authorities if large amounts are involved. 

Prevent product from entering drains or water courses by best available means. 

SPILL CLEANUP METHODS: 

DO NOT touch spilled material. Avoid generation and spreading of dust. 

CAREFULLY collect up as much as possible of spilt material. When spillage is cleared flush the area with water. 

Wash thoroughly after dealing with the spillage. 

NOTE. SODIUM METABISULPHITE may be required to reduce Cr(VI) to Cr(III) if effluent limits are likely 

to be exceeded. 

DO NOT WASH SPILLAGES INDISCRIMINATELY DOWN DRAINS. 

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE: 

USAGE PRECAUTIONS: 

Mechanical ventilation or local exhaust ventilation may be required. Avoid handling which leads to dust 

formation. Avoid spilling, skin and eye contact. 

STORAGE PRECAUTIONS: 

Store at moderate temperatures in dry, well ventilated area. 

STORAGE CRITERIA: 

Toxic storage. 

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION: 


SODIUM DICHROMATE 


CAS No.: STD: LT EXP. 8 HRS: ST EXP. 15 MIN: 

10588-01-9 MEL. 0.05 mg/m3 No std. 

497-19-8 No std. No std. 

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INGREDIENT COMMENTS: 

MEL = Maximum Exposure Limit (EH40). 

No std.= No Occupational Exposure Standard established. 

PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: 

PROCESS CONDITIONS: 

Use engineering controls to reduce air contamination to permissible exposure level. Provide eyewash station and 

safety shower. 

VENTILATION: 

RESPIRATORS: 

Provide adequate general and local exhaust ventilation. 

No specific recommendation made, but respiratory protection must be used if the general level exceeds the 

Occupational Exposure Level (OEL). Exposure should be avoided/controlled by ventilation or extraction. If 

exposure limits are likely to be exceeded wear a dust mask suitable for toxic materials. 

PROTECTIVE GLOVES: 

Use protective gloves made of: Rubber or plastic. 

EYE PROTECTION: 

Wear approved safety glasses. 

OTHER PROTECTION: 

Wear appropriate clothing to prevent reasonably probable skin contact. 

HYGIENIC WORK PRACTICES: 

Promptly remove any clothing that becomes contaminated. Contaminated clothing to be placed in closed 

container until disposal or decontamination. Warn cleaning personnel of chemical's hazardous properties. Wash 

promptly with water if skin becomes contaminated. Wash at the end of each work shift and before eating, 

smoking and using the toilet. No eating or drinking while working with this material. 

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES: 

APPEARANCE: 

Powder, dust. 

COLOUR: 

Light (or pale). Orange. 

ODOUR/TASTE: 

No characteristic odour. 

SOLUBILITY DESCRIPTION: 

Soluble in water. 

BULK DENSITY: 

N/D 

pH-VALUE, CONC. SOLUTION: N/A 

pH-VALUE, DILUTED SOLUTION: 13 CONCENTRATION (%,M): 7.2% 

FLASH POINT (°C): N/A METHOD: N/A. 

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY: 

STABILITY: 

No particular stability concerns. 

HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: 

Will not polymerize. 

MATERIALS TO AVOID: 

Acids and acidic materials. Reducing agents. Flammable or combustible materials. 

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION: 

TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION: 

No data is available for the LD 50 value. 

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INHALATION: 

INGESTION: 

SKIN: 

EYES: 

Dust may cause irritation to the respiratory system. 

May cause chemical burns in mouth, oesophagus and stomach. 

May cause sensitisation by skin contact. There will be irritation and redness at the contact site. 

Irritating to eyes. There will be irritation and redness. 

OTHER HEALTH EFFECTS: 

Carcinogen Category 2. 

HEALTH WARNINGS: 

Known or suspected carcinogen for humans. May cause cancer by inhalation. Causes irritation to eyes, May 

cause heritable genetic damage. May cause sensitisation by skin contact. 

MEDICAL SYMPTOMS: 

Irritation of eyes and mucous membranes. Irritation of nose due to vapour or dust contact. Wheezing. Skin 

irritation. Abdominal pain. Nausea, vomiting. 

SUBSTANCE: 

SODIUM DICHROMATE 

TOXIC DOSE - LD 50: 50 mg/kg (oral rat) 

CARCINOGENIC: Carcinogen Category 2. Mutagen Category 2. 

SUBSTANCE: 


TOXIC DOSE - LD 50: 117.00 mg/kg (ipr-mus) 

CARCINOGENIC: 


12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION: 

ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION: 

Dangerous for the environment: May cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. 

BIO ACCUMULATION: 

No information available. 

DEGRADABILITY: 


ACUTE FISH TOXICITY: 


WATER HAZARD CLASSIFICATION: 

Hazardous. 

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS: 

GENERAL/CLEANING: 

Hazard Code H6 - Toxic and Very Toxic. 

DISPOSAL METHODS: 

Dispose of in accordance with Local Authority requirements. Contact specialist disposal companies. 

EMPTY CONTAINERS: Reduce hexavalent chromium with sodium metabisulphite solution. Rinse thoroughly 

before disposal in accordance with Control of Pollution Act 1974. 

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION: 

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LABEL FOR CONVEYANCE: 

ROAD TRANSPORT: 

UN No. ROAD: 3288 

ADR CLASS No.: 

Division 6.1:Toxic substances. 

ADR CLASS: 6.1 

ADR ITEM No.: 

65°(b) 

HAZARD No. (ADR) 

60 Toxic or slightly toxic substance. 

HAZARD No. (ADR) 60 

ADR MARGINAL: 2601 

ADR LABEL No.: 6.1 

HAZCHEM CODE: 

2X 

CEFIC TEC(R) No.: 

61G64b 

PROPER SHIPPING NAME I: 

TOXIC SOLID, INORGANIC, N.O.S. (SODIUM DICHROMATE, MIXTURE) 

RAIL TRANSPORT: 

RID CLASS No.: 6.1 

SEA TRANSPORT: 

UN No. SEA: 3288 

IMDG CLASS: 6.1 

IMDG PAGE No.: 6270-6 

IMDG PACK GR.: 

II 

EmS No.: 6.1-04 

MFAG TABLE No.: - 

AIR TRANSPORT: 

UN No., AIR: 3288 

ICAO CLASS: 6.1 

AIR SUB CLASS: - 

AIR PACK GR.: 

II 

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION: 

LABEL FOR SUPPLY: 

RISK PHRASES: 

SAFETY PHRASES: 

UK REGULATORY REFERENCES: 

R-36 Irritating to eyes. 

R-43 May cause sensitisation by skin contact. 

R-46 May cause heritable genetic damage. 

R-49 May cause cancer by inhalation. 

R-51/53 Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the 

aquatic environment. 

P-12 Restricted to professional users. Attention - Avoid exposure - Obtain special 

instructions before use. 

S-24 Avoid contact with skin. 

S-26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek 

medical advice. 

S-37 Wear suitable gloves. 

S-45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately 

(show the label where possible). 

S-60 This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste. 

Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health 

Regulations 1988. Chemicals (Hazard Information & Packaging) Regulations 1993. 

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ENVIRONMENTAL LISTING: 

STATUTORY INSTRUMENTS: 

APPROVED CODE OF PRACTICE: 

GUIDANCE NOTES: 

Control of Pollution Act 1974. Control of Pollution (Special Waste Regulations) Act 

1980. The Special Waste Regulations 1996. 

The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 Control of Substances Hazardous to 

Health. Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging) Regulations. 

The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health. Classification and Labelling of 

Substances and Preparations Dangerous for Supply. Safety Data Sheets for 

Substances and Preparations L62. 

Occupational Exposure Limits EH40 

16. OTHER INFORMATION: 

USER NOTES: 

INFORMATION SOURCES: 

N/A-NOT APPLICABLE. N/D-NO DATA. 

N/I-NO INFORMATION. N/K-NOT KNOWN. 

Croner's: Emergency First Aid Guide. 

REVISION COMMENTS: The following sections have been changed in this revision. 4, 8, 13, 15, & 16. 

This revision replaces all previously issued S.D.S's for this product. 


REV. No./REPL. SDS GENERATED: 2 

DATE: 28-01-1998 

PRINTED: 25 September 2001 

THIS SDS IS PRODUCED WITH SAFECHEM for WINDOWS 

DISCLAIMER: 

THIS INFORMATION RELATES ONLY TO THE SPECIFIC MATERIAL DESIGNATED AND MAY NOT BE VALID FOR SUCH MATERIAL 

USED IN COMBINATION WITH ANY OTHER MATERIALS OR IN ANY PROCESS. SUCH INFORMATION IS, TO THE BEST OF THE 

COMPANY'S KNOWLEDGE AND BELIEF, ACCURATE AND RELIABLE AS OF THE DATE INDICATED. HOWEVER NO WARRANTY, 

GUARANTEE OR REPRESENTATION IS MADE AS TO ITS ACCURACY, RELIABILITY OR COMPLETENESS. IT IS THE USER'S 

RESPONSIBILITY TO SATISFY HIMSELF AS TO THE SUITABILITY OF SUCH INFORMATION FOR HIS OWN PARTICULAR USE. 

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