Material Safety Data Sheet
Infosafe No. ACPU4 Issue Date: August 2002 ISSUED by SOUTBIOL
Product Name: CARBOL FUCHSIN
Classified as hazardous according to criteria of NOHSC
COMPANY DETAILS
Company Name
Southern Biological (ABN 25 838 926 933)
Address
19-21 Worrell Street Nunawading
Vic 3131 Australia
Tel/Fax
Tel: +61 3 9877 4597 Fax: +61 3 9894 2309
IDENTIFICATION
Product Name
CARBOL FUCHSIN
Proper Shipping Name
PHENOL SOLUTIONS
UN Number
2821
DG Class
6.1
Packing Group
III
Hazchem Code
2X
Poisons Schedule
S6
Physical Data
Appearance
Dark pink, clear liquid with a phenol-like odour.
Melting Point
1
Not available
Boiling Point
Not available
Vapour Pressure
Not available
Specific Gravity
Not available
Flash Point
Not applicable
Flamm. Limit LEL
Not applicable
Flamm. Limit UEL
Not applicable
Solubility in Water
Soluble
Other Properties
pH Value
2.9
Stability
Stable.
Haz. Polymerization
Will not occur.
Materials to Avoid
Strong oxidiziers, calcium hypochlorite, butadiene, nitrobenzene; explosive
reactions can occur with formaldehyde, peroxidisulfuric acid, perosomonosulfuric
acid, aluminium chloride and sodium nitrate. When hot, this product may attack
aluminium, magnesium, lead and some zinc metals. Some forms of plastic and rubber
may be attacked by phenol.
Ingredients
Ingredients Name CAS Proportion
Phenol 108-95-2 1-10 %
Other ingredients Balance
determined not to
be hazardous
HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
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Health Effects
Acute - Swallowed
Toxic if swallowed. Ingestion may cause nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness,
weakness, ringing in the ears, dim vision, breathing difficulty, cyanosis, loss
of consciousness, delirium, coma and possible death. May cause cardiac
arrhythmia, which is a change or disruption in the normal pattern or 'rhythm' of
the heartbeat, and methemoglobinemia.
Acute - Eye
Eye contact will cause stinging, blurring, tearing and possible permanent corneal
damage.
Acute - Skin
Toxic in contact with skin. Skin contact will cause redness, itchiness,
irritation and chemical burns with resultant tissue destruction. Upon initial
skin contact a white burn that is not initially painful due to deadening of the
nerve endings may occur. Later intense pain and gangrene may develop. May be
absorbed through the skin with resultant toxic effects.
Acute - Inhaled
Inhalation may irritate the respiratory system.
Chronic
Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause vomiting, difficulty swallowing,
salivation, diarrhea, loss of appetite and weight, headache, fainting, dizziness,
mental disturbances, kidney and liver damage, muscle pain, weakness, dark urine,
skin eruptions and changes in pigmentation (brown spots on the knuckles).
First Aid
Swallowed
DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Wash out mouth with water and give plenty of water to
drink. Seek immediate medical attention.
Eye
If contact with the eye(s) occurs, wash with copious amounts of water for
approximately 15 minutes holding eyelid(s) open. Take care not to rinse
contaminated water into the non-affected eye. Seek immediate medical attention.
Skin
If skin contact occurs immediately remove any contaminated clothing. Wash skin
thoroughly with soap and water then methylated spirit if available. Seek medical
attention.
Inhaled
Remove the source of contamination or move the victim to fresh air. Ensure
airways are clear and have qualified person give oxygen through a face mask if
breathing is difficult. If symptoms develop seek medical attention.
First Aid Facilities
Eye wash station, safety shower and normal washroom facilities.
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Advice to Doctor
Advice to Doctor
Treat symptomatically or consult a Poisons Information Centre.
Other Health Hazard Information
PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
Exposure Name mg/m3 ppm (STEL) mg/m3 ppm TWA
Limits (STEL) (TWA) (TWA) Footnote
Phenol 4 1
Eng. Controls
Ensure sufficient ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below exposure
limits. Local exhaust ventilation is recommended.
Personal Protection
Respirator Type
(AS 1716)
If engineering controls are not effective in controlling airborne exposure then
an approved respirator with a replaceable organic vapour filter should be used.
Reference should be made to Australian Standards AS/NZS 1715, Selection, Use and
maintenance of Respiratory Protective Devices; and AS/NZS 1716, Respiratory
Protective Devices, in order to make any necessary changes for individual
circumstances.
Eye Protection
Safety glasses with side shields or goggles should be worn as described in
Australian Standard AS/NZS 1337 - Eye Protectors for Industrial Applications.
Glove Type
Impervious PVC or rubber gloves should be worn.
Clothing
Suitable protective clothing should be worn e.g. cotton overalls buttoned at neck
and wrist. When large quantities are handled the use of plastic aprons and rubber
boots is recommended.
Work/Hygienic
Practices
Ensure a high level of personal hygiene is maintained when using this product.
Always wash hands before eating, drinking, smoking or using the toilet.
Flammability
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Fire Hazards
This product is non-flammable.
SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
Storage and Transport
Storage Precautions
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from foodstuffs and incompatible
materials. Protect from light. Keep containers tightly closed when not in use.
Transport
This material is classified as a Class 6.1 Dangerous Good according to the
Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods. Class 6.1 Toxic substances
are incompatible in a placard load with any of the following:
- Class 1, Explosives.
- Class 3, if the Class 3 dangerous goods are nitromethane.
- Class 5.1, if the Class 6 dangerous goods are fire risk substances.
- Class 5.2, if the Class 6 dangerous goods are fire risk substances.
- Class 8, if the Class 6 dangerous goods are cyanides and the Class 8
dangerous goods are acids;
And are incompatible with food and food packaging in any quantity.
ADG Proper Shipping
Name
PHENOL SOLUTIONS
ADG EPG Number
6.0.004
ADG IERG Number
36
Packaging Method
5.9.6.1RT7,RT8
Spills and Disposal
Spills &Leaks
Increase ventilation. Evacuate all unnecessary personnel. Wear appropriate
breathing apparatus and full protective clothing to minimise skin and eye
exposure. Place inert, non-combustible absorbent such as vermiculite, sand or
dirt onto material. Collect the material and place into a suitable labelled
container for subsequent disposal. If large quantities of this material enter the
waterways contact the Environmental Protection Authority, or your local Waste
Management Authority.
Disposal
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Dispose of according to relevant local, state and federal government regulations.
Fire/Explosion Hazard
Fire/Explos. Hazard
This product is non-flammable.
Hazardous
Combustion Products
Under fire conditions this product may emit toxic and/or irritating fumes
including carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen chloride, ammonia and
nitrogen oxides.
Fire Fighting
Procedures
Fire-fighters should wear full protective clothing and self contained breathing
apparatus (SCBA) operated in positive pressure mode.
Extinguishing Media
Use water fog, foam or dry agent.
Hazchem Code
2X
OTHER INFORMATION
Toxicology
No toxicology data available for this product. However, the following data
applies to product component Phenol:
LD50 (Oral, rat) = 317 mg/kg.
Environ. Protection
Do not allow product to enter drains, waterways or sewers.
Risk Statement
R24/25 Toxic in contact with skin and if swallowed.
R34 Causes burns.
Hazard Category
Toxic,Corrosive
CONTACT POINT
Contact
Southern Biological.
Peter Ball
Ph: +61 3 9877 4597 (BH)
0425 725 875 (AH)
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