Safety data sheet Page: 1/11 1. Identification Product identifier Carbonyl Iron Oxide Red Chemical name: Carbonyl Iron Oxide Red CAS Number: 1309-37-1 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against Relevant identified uses: colourant for the plastics industry, Colorants for the Paints, lacquers and varnishes industry Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet Company: BASF SE 67056 Ludwigshafen GERMANY Telephone: +49 621 60-48799 E-mail address: pigments-safety@basf.com Emergency telephone number International emergency number: Telephone: +49 180 2273-112 2. Hazards Identification Classification of the substance or mixture According to UN GHS criteria No need for classification according to GHS criteria for this product.
Page: 2/11 Label elements Globally Harmonized System (GHS) The product does not require a hazard warning label in accordance with GHS criteria. Other hazards According to UN GHS criteria No specific dangers known, if the regulations/notes for storage and handling are considered. 3. Composition/Information on Ingredients Substances Chemical nature iron oxide pigment diiron trioxide (Content (W/W): 100 %) CAS Number: 1309-37-1 EC-Number: 215-168-2 Fe2O3 Mixtures 4. First-Aid Measures Description of first aid measures Remove contaminated clothing. On contact with eyes: Immediately wash affected eyes for at least 15 minutes under running water with eyelids held open, consult an eye specialist. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed Symptoms: No significant reaction of the human body to the product known. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Page: 3/11 Treatment: Treat according to symptoms (decontamination, vital functions), no known specific antidote. 5. Fire-Fighting Measures Extinguishing media Suitable extinguishing media: water spray Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture harmful vapours Evolution of fumes/fog. The substances/groups of substances mentioned can be released in case of fire. Advice for fire-fighters Special protective equipment: Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus. Further information: The degree of risk is governed by the burning substance and the fire conditions. Contaminated extinguishing water must be disposed of in accordance with official regulations. 6. Accidental Release Measures Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures Avoid dust formation. Use personal protective clothing. Environmental precautions Contain contaminated water/firefighting water. Do not discharge into drains/surface waters/groundwater. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up For small amounts: Sweep/shovel up. For large amounts: Sweep/shovel up. Reference to other sections Information regarding exposure controls/personal protection and disposal considerations can be found in section 8 and 13. 7. Handling and Storage Precautions for safe handling Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Protection against fire and explosion: The substance/product is non-combustible.
Page: 4/11 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Further information on storage conditions: Keep container dry. Specific end use(s) For the relevant identified use(s) listed in Section 1 the advice mentioned in this section 7 is to be observed. 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Exposure controls Personal protective equipment Respiratory protection: Suitable respiratory protection for higher concentrations or long-term effect: Particle filter with low efficiency for solid particles (e.g. EN 143 or 149, Type P1or FFP1) Hand protection: Chemical resistant protective gloves (EN 374) Suitable materials also with prolonged, direct contact (Recommended: Protective index 6, corresponding > 480 minutes of permeation time according to EN 374): e.g. nitrile rubber (0.4 mm), chloroprene rubber (0.5 mm), polyvinylchloride (0.7 mm) and other Supplementary note: The specifications are based on tests, literature data and information of glove manufacturers or are derived from similar substances by analogy. Due to many conditions (e.g. temperature) it must be considered, that the practical usage of a chemical-protective glove in practice may be much shorter than the permeation time determined through testing. Manufacturer's directions for use should be observed because of great diversity of types. Eye protection: Safety glasses with side-shields (frame goggles) (e.g. EN 166) General safety and hygiene measures Do not breathe dust. Hands and/or face should be washed before breaks and at the end of the shift. 9. Physical and Chemical Properties Information on basic physical and chemical properties Form: powder Colour: red Odour: odourless Odour threshold: not determined ph value: of very low solubility, not applicable Melting point: 1.565 C Boiling point: not applicable
Page: 5/11 Flash point: not applicable Evaporation rate: The product is a non-volatile solid. Flammability: not flammable Lower explosion limit: As a result of our experience with this product and our knowledge of its composition we do not expect any hazard as long as the product is used appropriately and in accordance with the intended use. Upper explosion limit: As a result of our experience with this product and our knowledge of its composition we do not expect any hazard as long as the product is used appropriately and in accordance with the intended use. Ignition temperature: not determined Vapour pressure: not applicable Density: 5,2 g/cm3 (20 C) Relative density: 5,2 (20 C) Relative vapour density (air): The product is a non-volatile solid. Solubility in water: insoluble Solubility (quantitative) : insoluble Partitioning coefficient n-octanol/water (log Kow): not applicable Self ignition: not self-igniting Thermal decomposition: not determined Viscosity, dynamic: Study does not need to be conducted. Explosion hazard: not explosive Fire promoting properties: not fire-propagating Other information Bulk density: Grain size distribution: 125-800 kg/m3 No data available.
Page: 6/11 10. Stability and Reactivity Reactivity No hazardous reactions if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated. Chemical stability The product is stable if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated. Possibility of hazardous reactions No hazardous reactions when stored and handled according to instructions. Conditions to avoid Avoid dust formation. Avoid deposition of dust. See MSDS section 7 - Handling and storage. Incompatible materials Substances to avoid: No substances known that should be avoided. Hazardous decomposition products Hazardous decomposition products: No hazardous decomposition products if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated. 11. Toxicological Information Information on toxicological effects Acute toxicity Assessment of acute toxicity: Virtually nontoxic after a single ingestion. Experimental/calculated data: LD50 rat (oral): > 5.000 mg/kg (dermal):not determined Irritation Experimental/calculated data: Skin corrosion/irritation rabbit: non-irritant (OECD Guideline 404) Serious eye damage/irritation rabbit: non-irritant (Draize test) Respiratory/Skin sensitization
Page: 7/11 Information on: Diiron trioxide Assessment of sensitization: Skin sensitizing effects were not observed in animal studies. ---------------------------------- Germ cell mutagenicity Assessment of mutagenicity: The substance was not mutagenic in bacteria. Carcinogenicity Information on: Diiron trioxide Assessment of carcinogenicity: The whole of the information assessable provides no indication of a carcinogenic effect. IARC Group 3 (not classifiable as to human carcinogenicity). ---------------------------------- Reproductive toxicity Assessment of reproduction toxicity: The data available for an assessment of the effect of the substance on reproduction are not sufficient for a proper evaluation. Developmental toxicity Assessment of teratogenicity: The data available for an assessment of the effect of the substance on developmental toxicity are not sufficient for a proper evaluation. Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Assessment of STOT single: Based on the available information there is no specific target organ toxicity to be expected after a single exposure. Remarks: The product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from the properties of the individual components. Repeated dose toxicity and Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Assessment of repeated dose toxicity: Repeated oral uptake of the substance did not cause substance-related effects. Repeated dermal uptake of the substance did not cause substance-related effects. The product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from the properties of the individual components. Aspiration hazard
Page: 8/11 No aspiration hazard expected. 12. Ecological Information Toxicity Toxicity to fish: LC50 (96 h) > 1.000 mg/l, Leuciscus idus Microorganisms/Effect on activated sludge: EC50 > 1.000 mg/l, Pseudomonas putida Persistence and degradability Assessment biodegradation and elimination (H2O): The product is not very soluble in water and can thus be removed from water mechanically in suitable effluent treatment plants. Elimination information: > 90 % colour reduction (Static test) Easily eliminated from water. Bioaccumulative potential Assessment bioaccumulation potential: The product has not been tested. Mobility in soil Assessment transport between environmental compartments: Volatility: No data available. Additional information Other ecotoxicological advice: Do not release untreated into natural waters. The local regulations on waste-water treatment must be followed. Inhibition of degradation activity in activated sludge is not to be anticipated during correct introduction of low concentrations. 13. Disposal Considerations Waste treatment methods May be disposed of or combusted with domestic refuse according to local regulations. Contact manufacturer regarding recycling. Contact waste centre regarding recycling.
Page: 9/11 Contaminated packaging: Contaminated packaging should be emptied as far as possible; then it can be passed on for recycling after being thoroughly cleaned. 14. Transport Information Land transport ADR Not classified as a dangerous good under transport regulations UN number: UN proper shipping name: Transport hazard class(es): Packing group: Environmental hazards: Special precautions for None known user RID Not classified as a dangerous good under transport regulations UN number: UN proper shipping name: Transport hazard class(es): Packing group: Environmental hazards: Special precautions for None known user Inland waterway transport ADN Not classified as a dangerous good under transport regulations UN number: UN proper shipping name: Transport hazard class(es): Packing group: Environmental hazards: Special precautions for None known user: Transport in inland waterway vessel Sea transport
Page: 10/11 IMDG Not classified as a dangerous good under transport regulations UN number: UN proper shipping name: Transport hazard class(es): Packing group: Environmental hazards: Special precautions for None known user Air transport IATA/ICAO Not classified as a dangerous good under transport regulations UN number: UN proper shipping name: Transport hazard class(es): Packing group: Environmental hazards: Special precautions for None known user UN number See corresponding entries for UN number for the respective regulations in the tables above. UN proper shipping name See corresponding entries for UN proper shipping name for the respective regulations in the tables above. Transport hazard class(es) See corresponding entries for Transport hazard class(es) for the respective regulations in the tables above. Packing group See corresponding entries for Packing group for the respective regulations in the tables above. Environmental hazards See corresponding entries for Environmental hazards for the respective regulations in the tables above. Special precautions for user See corresponding entries for Special precautions for user for the respective regulations in the tables above.
Page: 11/11 Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL and the IBC Code Regulation: Shipment approved: Pollution name: Pollution category: Ship Type: 15. Regulatory Information Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture 16. Other Information The data contained in this safety data sheet are based on our current knowledge and experience and describe the product only with regard to safety requirements. The data do not describe the product's properties (product specification). Neither should any agreed property nor the suitability of the product for any specific purpose be deduced from the data contained in the safety data sheet. It is the responsibility of the recipient of the product to ensure any proprietary rights and existing laws and legislation are observed. Vertical lines in the left hand margin indicate an amendment from the previous version.