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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
SECTION 1 IDENTIFICATION OF THE MATERIAL AND SUPPLIER
PRODUCT NAME: EL 141
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Iodide/triiodide organic solvent based electrolyte
USE: Electrolyte for use in dye-sensitised solar cells
MANUFACTURER:
Company: Dyesol Australia Pty Ltd
Address: 3 Dominion Place,
Queanbeyan
New South Wales 2620
Australia
Telephone: (+61) (2) 6299 1592
Fax: (+61) (2) 6299 1698
Email: information@dyesol.com
Emergency: (+61) (2) 6299 1592
SECTION 2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
HAZARD CLASSIFICATION: Classified as Hazardous according to the criteria of
NOHSC: Non dangerous goods.
RISK PHRASE(S): Harmful (Xn) R20, R21, R22
Irritant (Xi) R36
SAFETY PHRASE(S): S23: Do not breathe vapour/spray
S24: Avoid contact with skin
S25: Avoid contact with eyes
S26: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with
plenty of water and seek medical advice
S35: This material and its container must be disposed of in a
safe way.
S36: Wear suitable protective clothing.
S37: Wear suitable gloves
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SECTION 3 COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
INGREDIENTS
NAME CAS RN UN PROPORTION
Gamma butyrolactone 96-48-0 None >60%
Organic iodide salt 10 -<30%
Iodine 7553-56-2 3084 <10%
Inorganic iodide salt <10%
Imidazole compound <10%
SECTION 4 FIRST AID MEASURES
If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre.
In Australia phone 13 11 26
AFTER INHALATION
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing
becomes difficult consult a doctor.
AFTER SKIN CONTACT
In case of skin contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious amounts of water.
Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. In the event of irritation, seek medical attention.
AFTER EYE CONTACT
In case of contact with eyes, flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes.
Assure adequate flushing by separating eyelids with finger. Seek medical advice.
IF SWALLOWED
If swallowed, wash mouth out with water provided person is conscious. Have person drink
plenty of water. Call in physician.
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SECTION 5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Material combustible. Will burn if ignited.
SUITABLE EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Water spray, Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or appropriate foam.
HAZARDS FROM COMBUSTION PRODUCTS
May produce toxic fumes of; Nitrogen Oxides (NOx); Carbon Oxides (COx)
May emit irritating, poisonous or corrosive fumes.
May decompose to produce toxic fumes of iodine
PRECAUTIONS FOR FIRE FIGHTERS AND SPECIAL PROTECTIVE
EQUIPMENT
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin
and eyes.
SECTION 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
Evacuate area.
Wear self contained breathing apparatus, rubber boots, and heavy rubber gloves.
Refer to SECTION 8- EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION for personal
protective equipment.
SPILLS, LEAKS OR RELEASES
Do not allow material into drains.
Slippery when spilt
1. Clean up all spills immediately.
2. Avoid breathing vapours and contact with skin and eyes.
3. Control personal contact by using protective equipment.
4. Contain and absorb spills in inert material such as sand, earth, vermiculite. Avoid
generating dust.
5. Wipe up.
6. Place in a suitably labelled container for waste disposal.
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SECTION 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE
PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING
Do not breath vapour.
Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing.
Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure.
Do not eat and/or drink whilst using this material.
Do not eat, drink, or smoke in contaminated areas.
Wash hands thoroughly before eating.
Remove contaminated clothing and protective equipment before entering general or eating
areas.
CONDITIONS FOR SAFE STORAGE
Keep away from sources of ignition.
Keep container tightly sealed and store in a cool, dry, well ventilated area.
No special precautions are necessary if used correctly.
SUITABLE CONTAINERS
Glass, polyethylene or polypropylene container.
Check all containers are clearly labelled and free from leaks.
Plastics must be resistant to iodine.
DO NOT use unlined metal containers.
SECTION 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Mixture not fully tested
NATIONAL EXPOSURE STANDARD
Name CAS TWA TWA STEL STEL Carcinogen
No. (ppm) (mg/m3) (ppm) (mg/m3) category
Iodine 7553- 0.1 1 Peak - - -
56-2 limitation
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
EYE
Wear safety glasses.
Do not wear contact lenses as these may absorb and concentrate irritants.
HANDS
Wear general impervious protective gloves, eg. disposable light weight rubber gloves.
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OTHER
Respiration mask with filter suitable for use with organic vapours.
Impervious protective work clothing.
Eyewash unit. Properly operating chemical fume hood.
Observe the general safety regulations when handling chemicals.
SECTION 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION/PROPERTIES
Mixture not fully tested.
APPEARANCE
Brown/red clear liquid. Slightly pungent odour. Miscible with ethanol and organic solvents.
PROPERTIES
The following is based on the properties of the solvent, being the predominant component.
~206oC
Boiling Point (degC):
<-43oC
Melting Point (degC):
Vapour Pressure (kPa): Not available
Specific Gravity: Not available
Flammability Low
Flash Point (degC): 98 (OC) based on solvent
Danger of explosion: Not available
Upper Explosive Limit (%) Not available
Lower Explosive Limit (%) Not available
Solubility in water: Solvent is miscible but components form
brown suspension
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SECTION 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Decomposition will not occur if used according to specifications.
No dangerous reactions are known.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID
Avoid strong heating
INCOMPATIBLE MATERIALS
Avoid reaction with strong oxidising and strong reducing agents.
Avoid strong acidic and basic conditions
HAZARDOUDS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
In the event of a fire; see section 5
HAZARDOUDS REACTIONS
None known.
SECTION 11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Mixture not fully tested
ACUTE HEALTH EFFECTS
The following is based upon information contained within MSDS relating to the individual
component materials and the expectation that this mixture will have effects similar to the
individual components.
SWALLOWED
Considered an unlikely route of entry in commercial/industrial/scientific environment.
The material should be considered irritant and may be harmful/moderately toxic if
swallowed in large quantity.
Ingestion is likely to result in discomfort to the gastro-intestinal tract and may cause severe
mucous membrane damage.
Ingestion may result in sore throat, abdominal pain with central nervous system effects,
headache, dizziness, drowsiness.
EYE
The material may be corrosive to the eyes and cause pain and severe conjunctivitis.
The vapour is discomforting to the eyes.
The material may produce severe irritation to the eye upon prolonged or repeated exposure.
SKIN
The material may be absorbed by skin if contact is prolonged.
Open cuts, abraded or irritated skin should not be exposed to this material.
The material may accentuate a pre-existing skin condition.
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Toxic effects may result from skin absorption.
INHALED
The vapour is discomforting to the upper respiratory tract.
Inhalation hazard is increased at higher temperature.
May cause non-specific discomfort, headache, dizziness, nausea, anaesthetic effects, slowed
reaction time, slurred speech and may progress to unconsciousness.
Serious poisonings may result in respiratory failure and may be fatal.
CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS
Principal routes of exposure are usually by skin contact/absorption and inhalation of vapour.
Gamma-butyrolactone is rapidly converted to gamma-hydroxybutyric acid in the body.
To the best of our knowledge the acute and chronic toxicity of this substance is not fully
known. For this reason health effects described are based on experience with component
materials.
As with any chemical product, contact with unprotected bare skin; inhalation of vapour, mist
or dust in work place atmosphere; or ingestion in any form, should be avoided by observing
good occupational work practice.
SECTION 12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No specific quantitative data available for this mixture.
From data on Gamma-butyrolactone (ref Sigma-Aldrich MSDS for product 20741 Gamma
butyrolactone, version 1.3, updated 13 Feb 2006)
"Test Type: LC50 Fish
Species: Leuciscus idus
Time 96hr
Value: > 220mg/l"
From data on Iodine (ref Sigma-Aldrich MSDS for product 207772 Iodine, version 1.9,
updated 14 Feb 2006)
"Test Type: LC50 Fish
Time 24hr
Value: 0.44mg/l
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Test Type: LC50 Fish
Species: Onchorhynchus mykiss (Rainbow trout)
Time 96hr
Value: > 1.7mg/l
Test Type: EC50 Daphnia
Species: Daphnia magna
Time 48hr
Value: 0.33mg/l"
SECTION 13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Contact a licensed professional waster disposal service to dispose of this material and its
container. Disposal must be carried out according to official regulations.
SECTION 14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Non-hazardous for transport
SECTION 15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
INDICATION OF DANGER Harmful (Xn)
Irritant (Xi) R36
R-PHRASES R20, R21, R22, R36
S-PHRASES S23-26, S35-37
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SECTION 16 OTHER INFORMATION
Date of Issue: -29-July-2008
Employers should make independent judgement of suitability of this information to ensure
proper use and protect health and safety of employees. The information in this Material
Safety Data Sheet is furnished without any warranty. Any use of the product not in
conformance with the Material Safety Data Sheet, or in combination with any other product
or process, is the responsibility of the user.
For research and development, not for drug, household or other uses.
References:
National Code of Practice for the Preparation of Material Safety Data Sheets 2nd
Edition, [NOHSC:2011(2003)]
Approved Criteria For Classifying Hazardous Substances, [NOHSC:1008(2004)]
Australian Dangerous Goods Code 6th edition, Vol 1 incorporating corrigendum,
National Road Transport Commission (Australia), Australian Department of
Transport and Regional Services
Hazardous Substances Information System, Australian Government - Department of
Employment and Workplace relations ?Office of the Australian Safety and
Compensation Council http://www.nohsc.gov.au/applications/hsis/
Sigma-Aldrich MSDS for product 20741 Gamma butyrolactone, version 1.3, updated
13 Feb 2006)
Sigma-Aldrich MSDS for product 207772 Iodine, version 1.9, updated 14 Feb 2006
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