SAFETY DATA SHEET Version: 6.0 Effective date: 12/03/2012 Previous Date: 23/12/2009 CORRSHIELD NT4292 Section 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking Product identifier CORRSHIELD NT4292 Version number 6.0 Revision date 12/03/2012 Supersedes date 23/12/2009 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against Identified uses Corrosion inhibitor Uses advised against None known. GE Water & Process Technologies BVBA Toekomstlaan 54 Industriepark Wolfstee 2200 HERENTALS tel : +32 14 / 25 91 11 fax : +32 14 / 25 91 12 e-mail : [email protected]Emergency telephone number Multilingual emergency number (24/7) Europe, Middle East, Africa, Israel (Europe and English language speaking countries): +44(0)1235 239670 Middle East & Africa (speaking Arabic): +44(0)1235 239671 Official advisory body : ANTIGIFCENTRUM Bruynstraat 1 B-1120 BRUSSEL + 32 70 245 245 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet Section 2: Hazards identification Classification of the substance or mixture Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC as amended Classification O;R8, T;R25, N;R50 Hazard summary Physical hazards Contact with combustible material may cause fire. Health hazards Toxic if swallowed. Environmental hazards Very toxic to aquatic organisms. Label elements Label according to Directive 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC as amended Contains: Sodium nitrite Material name: CORRSHIELD NT4292 Page: 1 / 9
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R-phrases R25 Toxic if swallowed.R8 Contact with combustible material may cause fire.R50 Very toxic to aquatic organisms.
S-phrases S36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.S45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show label where
possible).S61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/safety data sheets.
Supplemental label information Not applicable.
Other hazards Not assigned.
Section 3: Composition/information on ingredients
Mixtures
Chemical description Sodium nitrite, aqueous solution
Chemical name NotesINDEX No.REACH Registration No.CAS-No. / EC No.%
The classification of the above substance(s) is given, including the symbol letters and R phrases which are assigned in accordance with theirphysicochemical, health and environmental hazards. Please refer to section 16 (Relevant R phrases, used in sections 2 and 3 of this SDS),where the full text of each relevant R phrase is listed.
Section 4: First aid measures
Description of first aid measures
Inhalation Remove to fresh air.
Skin contact Wash with water.
Eye contact Flush immediately with plenty of running water.
Ingestion First rinse mouth with water.Immediately give 1-2 glasses of water, if victim is fully conscious.Do NOT induce vomiting!Seek medical attention.
Most important symptoms and
effects, both acute and delayedNot available.
Indication of any immediate
medical attention and special
treatment needed
Not available.
Section 5: Firefighting measures
Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media Flood with water.Use of CO2 or foam may not be effective.
substance or mixtureOxides of nitrogen evolved in fire.
Advice for firefighters
Special protective equipment
for firefightersSelf contained breathing apparatus. (CEN : EN 137)Protective clothing (CEN : EN 469)Protective gloves (CEN : EN 659)Helmet (CEN : EN 443)
Special firefighting
proceduresUse standard firefighting procedures and consider the hazards of other involved materials.Prevent spillage and fire-fighting water from entering in public sewers or the immediate environment.
Section 6: Accidental release measures
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency proceduresFor non-emergency
personnelWear protective clothing, gloves and safety goggles.
For emergency responders Use personal protection recommended in Section 8 of the MSDS.
Environmental precautions Prevent from entering sewers or the immediate environment.Do not empty into drains, dispose of this material and its container to hazardous or special wastecollection point.
Methods and material for
containment and cleaning upAbsorb onto inert material and dispose of according to Hazardous Waste Regulations.
Reference to other sections Please refer also to section no. 8 'Exposure controls' for further information.
Section 7: Handling and storage
Precautions for safe handling Contains an oxidiser.Avoid all contact with reducing agents, oils, greases, organics and acids.
Conditions for safe storage,
including any incompatibilitiesKeep away from oxidisable and combustible materials.Store containers closed when not in use.
Specific end use(s) Only for professional and industrial users
Shelf life 720 days
Section 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
Control parameters
Occupational exposure limits No exposure limits noted for the ingredient(s).
Biological limit values No biological exposure limits noted for the ingredient(s).
Recommended monitoringprocedures
Not available.
Exposure controls
Appropriate engineering controls Ensure good ventilation.
Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection Splash proof chemical goggles.CEN : EN 166
Skin protection
- Hand protection Neoprene gloves (Protection against unintentional short-term contact)CEN : EN 374-1/2/3; EN 420
- Other Protective clothing.CEN : EN 340; EN 369; EN 465
Respiratory protection In case of insufficient ventilation, use a breathing mask with filter type: P2CEN : EN 140; EN 143; EN 149
CORRSHIELD NT4292Environmental exposure controls Prevent from entering in public sewers or the immediate environment.Do not empty into drains, dispose of this material and its container to hazardous or special wastecollection point.
Section 9: Physical and chemical properties
Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance
Colour Yellow
Physical state Liquid
Odour Mild
Odour threshold Not available.pH (concentrated product) 8,4
Melting point/freezing point < -20 °C
Boiling point, initial boiling point,
and boiling range
104 °C
Flash point > 100 °C Pensky Martens (CC)
Evaporation rate No information available.
Flammability (solid, gas) Not available.
Flammability limit - lower (%) Not available.
Flammability limit - upper (%) Not available.
Vapour pressure 18 Approximate (mmHg) at 21°C
Vapour density < 1 (Air = 1)
Relative density 1,29
Solubility (water) Completely soluble
Partition coefficient
(n-octanol/water)
Not available.
Auto-ignition temperature Not applicable.
Decomposition temperature Not available.
Viscosity No information available.
Explosive properties Not applicable.
Oxidizing properties Not applicable.
Other data
Shelf life 720 days
Other information No relevant additional information available.
Section 10: Stability and reactivity
Reactivity Not available.
Chemical stability Material is stable under normal conditions.
Possibility of hazardous reactions Not applicable.
Conditions to avoid No special requirement.
Incompatible materials Avoid contact with strong reducing agents.Avoid contact with combustible materials.
Do not mix with nitrosating agents (forms nitrosamines).Avoid contact with strong acids.
Ingestion Causes nausea, dizziness and/or vomiting.May cause stomach pain, cramps and/or diahrroea.May cause coughing, breathing difficulties, or shortness of breath.Danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure if swallowed .
Inhalation May cause irritation to respiratory organs.
Skin contact Prolonged or repeated contact may cause transient irritation.
Eye contact Prolonged or repeated contact may cause transient irritation.
Summary Very toxic to aquatic organisms.The evaluation of environmental hazards is based on the concentration limits as set out in directive1999/45/EC.
Section 13: Disposal considerations
Waste treatment methodsContaminated packaging According to Hazardous Waste Regulations.
EWC ( European Waste Code ) recommendation : 15 01 1015 Waste packaging; absorbents, wiping cloths, filter materials and protective clothing not otherwisespecified.15 01 Packaging (including separately collected municipal packaging waste).15 01 10 Packaging containing residues of or contaminated by dangerous substances.Depending on the origin and state of the waste, other EWC numbers may be applicable too.
Disposal methods/information According to Hazardous Waste Regulations.
EWC ( European Waste Code ) recommendation : 16 03 0316 Wastes not otherwise specified in the list.16 03 Off-specification batches and unused products.16 03 03 Inorganic wastes containing dangerous substances.Depending on the origin and state of the waste, other EWC numbers may be applicable too.
Section 14: Transport information
ADR
UN3099UN number
Oxidizing liquid, toxic, n.o.s. (Sodium nitrite Mixture)UN proper shipping name
5.1Transport hazard class(es)
6.1Subsidiary class(es)
IIIPacking group
YesEnvironmental hazards
(E)Tunnel restriction code
Not available.Special precautions for user
RID
UN3099UN number
Oxidizing liquid, toxic, n.o.s. (Sodium nitrite Mixture)UN proper shipping name
CORRSHIELD NT4292Regulation (EC) No. 850/2004 on persistent organic pollutants, Annex I
Not listed.
Regulation (EC) No. 689/2008 concerning the export and import of dangerous chemicals, Annex I, part 1
Not listed.
Regulation (EC) No. 689/2008 concerning the export and import of dangerous chemicals, Annex I, part 2
Not listed.
Regulation (EC) No. 689/2008 concerning the export and import of dangerous chemicals, Annex I, part 3
Not listed.
Regulation (EC) No. 689/2008 concerning the export and import of dangerous chemicals, Annex V
Not listed.
Directive 96/61/EC concerning integrated pollution prevention and control (IPPC): Article 15, European Pollution Emission Registery
(EPER)
Not listed.
Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006, Article 59(1). Candidate List
Not listed.
National regulations Not available.
Inventory status
Country(s) or region Inventory name On inventory (yes/no)*
YesEurope European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances(EINECS)
NoEurope European List of Notified Chemical Substances (ELINCS)
*A "Yes" indicates that all components of this product comply with the inventory requirements administered by the governing country(s)
Chemical safety assessment Not available.
Section 16: Other information
List of abbreviations CAS: Chemical Abstract Service Registration NumberEC-No: European Commission NumberCLP: Regulation on classification, labeling and packaging of substances and mixturesDSD: Dangerous Substances DirectiveCEN: European Committee for StandardisationTWA: Time Weighted AverageSTEL: Short Term Exposure LimitLD50: Lethal Dose, 50%LC50: Lethal Concentration, 50%EC50: Effect Concentration, 50%NOEL: No Observed Effect Level
COD: Chemical Oxygen DemandBOD: Biochemical Oxygen DemandTOC: Total Organic CarbonADR: European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by RoadADN: European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by InlandWaterwaysIATA: International Air Transport AssociationIMDG: International Maritime Dangerous Goods CodeRID: International Rule for Transport of Dangerous Substances by Railway
References Safety data sheets of raw materials.
Information on evaluation
method leading to the
classification of mixture
The health and environmental hazards of this mixture are assessed by applying the conventionalmethods as described in Annex II and III to Directive 1999/45/EC.
Full text of any statements orR-phrases and H-phrases under
Sections 2 to 15
R8 Contact with combustible material may cause fire.R25 Toxic if swallowed.R50 Very toxic to aquatic organisms.
H272 - May intensify fire; oxidiser.H301 - Toxic if swallowed.H400 - Very toxic to aquatic life.