Material Safety Data Sheet
LEAD INSPECTOR Lead Test Kit
Section 1. Product and Company Identification
Product Name: Lead Inspector Lead Test Kit - INDICATOR SOLUTION: <10% Sodium Sulfide, GR Product Code SX0770 / >90%
aqueous solution.
Manufacturer: Abotex Enterprises Limited
P.O. Box 873, Grand Bend, Ontario Canada N8R 1S7
P.O. Box 610421, Port Huron, MI 48061-0421 U.S.A.
Effective Date: Jan. 24, 2006
For More Information Call In Case of Emergency
Call 1-800-268-5323 or 1-519-238-8776
Synonym SODIUM MONOSULFIDE
Material Uses Analytical reagent in Lead Test Kit.
Chemical Family Inorganic salt.
Section 2. Composition and Information on Ingredients
Component CAS # % by Weight
SODIUM SULFIDE 1313-84-4 100
Section 3. Hazards Identification
Physical State and Appearance Solid. Clear Liquid.
May cause eye and skin irritation.
May be harmful if swallowed.
Routes of Entry Inhalation. Ingestion.
Potential Acute Health Effects
Eyes Hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant). May cause eye burns.
Skin Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant). Skin contact can produce irritation.
Inhalation irritating to respiratory system. Use in a well-ventilated area, if possible.
Ingestion hazardous in case of ingestion.
Potential Chronic Health Effects
Carcinogenic Effects This material is not known to cause cancer in animals or humans.
Additional information See Toxicological Information (section 11)
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Overexposure:
-Repeated exposure of the eyes can produce eye irritation.
-Repeated skin exposure can produce local skin irritation.
-Repeated inhalation can produce respiratory irritation. Use outdoors or in ventilated fume hood, if possible. if not
possible, use in a well ventilated area; open window for fresh air.
Section 4. First Aid Measures
Eye Contact: Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of
water for at least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used. Get medical attention immediately.
Skin Contact: In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing
contaminated clothing and shoes. Cold water may be used. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes
before reuse.
Inhalation: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give
oxygen. Get medical attention immediately.
Ingestion: If swallowed, do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything
by mouth to an unconscious person. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Get medical
attention immediately.
Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
Flammability of the Product may be combustible at high temperature.
Auto-ignition Temperature Not available.
Flash Points Not available.
Flammable Limits Not available.
Products of Combustion Some metallic oxides.
Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances Not available.
Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static
discharge: No.
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: No.
Fire Fighting Media
and Instructions SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.
Protective Clothing (Fire) Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Special Remarks on Fire Hazards Not available.
Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards Not available.
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill and Leak - clean area with plenty of water. No specific spill kit required for this product.
Section 7. Handling and Storage
Handling: Do not ingest. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
Storage: Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area, fridge or freezer.
Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls - Use process enclosures or local exhaust ventilation.
Personal Protection
Eyes - Splash goggles.
Body - Synthetic apron.
Feet - Not applicable.
Protective Clothing
Product Name Exposure Limits SODIUM SULFIDE Not available.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Odor. Characteristic 'rotten egg' odor.
Color. Clear - slightly yellow liquid
Physical State and Appearance: liquid
Molecular Weight 240.22 g/mole
Molecular Formula Na2S . 9H2O
pH - 11.5
Boiling/Condensation Point Not available.
Melting/Freezing Point Not available.
Specific Gravity Not available.
Vapor Pressure Not available.
Vapor Density Not available.
Odor Threshold Not available.
Evaporation Rate Not available.
Log Kow Not available.
Solubility. Not available
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability and Reactivity The product is stable.
Conditions of Instability Not available.
Incompatibility with Various Substances Reactive with oxidizing agents, metals, acids.
Rem/Incompatibility Evolves hydrogen sulfide gas on contact with acids.
Hazardous Decomposition Products nitrogen oxides (NO, NO2...)
Hazardous Polymerization Will not occur.
Section 11. Toxicological Information
RTECS Number:
Sodium Sulfide GR WE1925000
Toxicity LD50: Not available.
LC50: Not available.
Chronic Effects on Humans Not available.
Acute Effects on Humans: eye contact (irritant). skin contact (irritant). Skin contact (irritant). ingestion may cause
irritation.
Synergetic Products (Toxicologically) Not available.
Irritancy Draize Test: Not available.
Sensitization Not available.
Carcinogenic Effects This material is not known to cause cancer in animals or humans.
Toxicity to Reproductive System Not available.
Teratogenic Effects Not available.
Mutagenic Effects Not available.
Section 12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity Not available.
BOD5 and COD Not available.
Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation The products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself.
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
EPA Waste Number D003
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Treatment Specifed Technology - Contact your local permitted waste disposal site (TSD) for permissible treatment
sites. Always contact a permitted waste disposal (TSD) to assure compliance with all current local, state, and Federal
Regulations.
Section 14. Transport Information
DOT Classification Proper Shipping Name: SODIUM SULFIDE
Hazard Class: 8
UN number: UN1849
Packing Group: II
RQ: Not applicable.
TDG Classification Not available.
IMO/IMDG Classification Proper Shipping Name: SODIUM SULPHIDE, HYDRATED
Hazard Class: 8
UN number: UN1849
Packing Group: II
RQ: Not applicable.
ICAO/IATA Classification Proper Shipping Name: SODIUM SULPHIDE, HYDRATED
Hazard Class: 8
UN number: UN1849
Packing Group: II
RQ: Not applicable.
Section 15. Regulatory Information
U.S. Federal Regulations TSCA 8(b) inventory: SODIUM SULFIDE
SARA 302/304/311/312 extremely hazardous substances: No products were found.
SARA 302/304 emergency planning and notification: No products were found.
SARA 313 toxic chemical notification and release reporting: No products were found.
Clean Water Act (CWA) 307: No products were found.
Clean Water Act (CWA) 311: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 accidental release prevention: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated flammable substances: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated toxic substances: No products were found.
No products were found.
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Product Regulations and the
MSDS contains all required information.
International Regulations
EINECS Not available.
International Lists Australia (NICNAS): SODIUM SULFIDE
Philippines (RA6969): SODIUM SULFIDE
China: No products were found.
State Regulations No products were found.
California prop. 65: No products were found.
Section 16. Other Information
National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.)
Notice to Reader
The statements contained herein are based upon technical data that Abotex Enterprises Limited believes to be reliable, are
offered
for information purposes only and as a guide to the appropriate precautionary and emergency handling of this material. Users
should consider these data only as a supplement to other information gathered by them and must make independent
determinations of suitability and completeness of information from all sources to assure proper use, storage and disposal of
these
materials and the safety and health of employees and customers and the protection of the environment. Abotex Enterprises
Limited MAKES NO REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE, WITH RESPECT TO THE INFORMATION HEREIN
OR THE PRODUCT TO WHICH THE INFORMATION REFERS.
End of MSDS.
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