Material Safety Data Sheet

According to regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH)

64201 - Iron(III) Chloride

Revised edition: 01.06.2011 Printed: 08.03.2012

1. Identification of the Substance/Preparation and of the Company/Undertaking Product Identifier Product Name: Article No.: Use of the Substance/Preparation: Iron(III) Chloride 64201 Artists and Restoration Material

Details of the Supplier of the Safety Data Sheet Company: Kremer Pigmente GmbH & Co. KG Address: Hauptstrasse 41-47, D 88317 Aichstetten Tel/Fax: Tel +49 7565 91120, Fax +49 7565 1606 Internet: www.kremer-pigmente.de, kremer-pigmente@t-online.de Emergency No.: +49 7565 91120, Mon-Fri 8:00 - 17:00 2. Hazard Identification Classification according to EC Regulation No.1272/2008 GHS Classification Serious eye damage, hazard category 1 Acute toxicity (oral), hazard category 4 Skin irritation, hazard category 2 Hazard designation: GHS07

GHS05

Signal word: Hazard designation:

Safety designation:

Hazardous components for labelling:

Danger H302 Harmful if swallowed. H315 Causes skin irritation. H318 Causes serious eye damage. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/ eye protection/face protection. P301+P312 If swallowed: Call a poison center or physician if you feel unwell. P302+P352 If on skin: Wash with soap and water. P305+P351+P338 If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P310 Immediately call a poison center or physician. P501 Dispose of contents/container according to regional, national and international regulations. Iron(III) chloride

Classification according to EC Regulation No. 67/548 or No.1999/45 Hazard designation: Xi Irritating

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Material Safety Data Sheet

According to regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH)

64201 - Iron(III) Chloride

Revised edition: 01.06.2011 Printed: 08.03.2012

Risk Phrases:

Safety Phrases:

R38 Irritating to skin. R22 Harmful if swallowed. R41 Risk of serious damage to eyes. S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S36 Wear suitable protective clothing. S61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions / Safety data sheets. S45 If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label. S39 Wear eye/face protection. S37 Wear suitable gloves.

3. Composition/Information on Ingredients Chemical Characterization: Hazardous Ingredients: 4. First Aid Measures Description of the First Aid Measures After inhalation: Supply fresh air. Consult physician if symptoms persist. After skin contact: Remove contaminated clothing immediately. Wash off immediately with plenty of water and soap. If irritation continues consult a physician. After eye contact: Rinse open eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Consult physician. After ingestion: Rinse mouth with water and drink plenty of water. Do not induce vomiting. Consult physician immediately. General information: Intoxication symptoms may occur after several hours, therefore a 48 hour medical observation is necessary. 5. Fire-Fighting Measures Extinguishing Media Suitable extinguishing media: Use extinguishing media for surrounding fire. Product itself does not burn. Iron(III) chloride hexahydrate, CAS No.: 10025-77-1, EINECS 231729-4 Iron(III) chloride (Xn, Xi; 22-38-41; H302-315-318) 60 % CAS-Nr: 7705-08-0 EINECS-Nr: 231-729-4 EC-Nr:

Special Hazards arising from the Substance or Mixture Special hazards: When heated or in case of fire: formation of hazard fumes possible. In case of fire: formation of caustic gases/vapors, chlorine, hydrochloric acid (HCl), hydrogen. Advice for Firefighters Protective equipment: Further information: 6. Accidental Release Measures
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Wear self-contained respiratory protective device. Collect contaminated extinguishing water and debris separately; avoid contamination of sewage system.

Material Safety Data Sheet

According to regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH)

64201 - Iron(III) Chloride

Revised edition: 01.06.2011 Printed: 08.03.2012

Personal Precautions, Protective Equipment and Emergency Procedures Personal precautions: Wear appropriate protective equipment. Keep spectators away. Avoid formation of dust. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Respiratory protection in case of formation of vapors/dust/aerosol. Environmental precautions: Prevent contamination of soils, drains and surface water. Contact local authorities if product pollutes soil or vegetation. Methods and material for Take up mechanically and collect in suitable containers for disposal. containment and cleaning up: Avoid dust formation. Reference to other sections: Protective clothing, see para. 8. See Chapter 13 for information on disposal. 7. Handling and Storage Precautions for Safe Handling Instructions on safe handling: Keep containers tightly closed. Avoid formation of dust. Do not inhale dust. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Provide adequate ventilation. Product is not combustible. Reaction with metals: release of hydrogen. Risk of explosion. Keep away from sources of ignition - do not smoke. Conditions for Safe Storage, including any Incompatibilities Storage conditions: Store in tightly sealed containers in a dry and cool room. Store the product in the original container. Product is hygroscopic. Protect against humidity and water. Store between 15-25C. Requirements for storage areas Water law provisions have to be met. and containers: Storage compatibility: Do not store together with: oxidants. Do not store together with alkalis. 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Technical protective measures: Parameters to be controlled (DE): Provide adequate ventilation. Eisen(III) chloride (as Fe) TWA: 10 mg/m3 general dust limit inhalable fraction. TWA-Value: 3 mg/m3 air-borne fraction (general dust limit) PNEC: no data available DNEL/DMEL: no Daten available Remove contaminated clothing immediately. Do not inhale dust. Do not eat, drink or smoke while working. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work. Avoid contact with eyes and skin.
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Information on fire and explosion protection:

Additional information: Personal Protective Equipment General protective measures:

Material Safety Data Sheet

According to regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH)

64201 - Iron(III) Chloride

Revised edition: 01.06.2011 Printed: 08.03.2012

General protective measures: Respiratory protection: Hand protection: Protective glove material:

Eye protection: Body protection: 9. Physical and Chemical Properties

Preventive skin protection by applying protective cream. Dust mask recommended when very dusty (with particle filter P2/P3). Protective gloves (EN 374) Nitrile rubber (NBR), chloroprene rubber (CR), polyvinyl chloride (PVC). Neoprene. Fluoro carbon rubber, butyl rubber. Tightly fitting safety goggles. Protective clothing, chemical resistant.

Information on Basic Physical and Chemical Properties Form: solid Color: yellow-brown Odor: pungent Melting temperature: 37C Boiling temperature: 280 - 285C Flash point: not applicable Ignition temperature: not flammable Thermal decomposition: 160C Explosion risk: Product does not present an explosion hazard. Vapor pressure: < 10 hPa Density: 1.66 g/cm3 (20C) Solubility in water: 920 g/l Heat development when dissolving. Solubility in solvents: In many organic solvents. pH-Value: 2 (27 g/l, 20C)) Viscosity kinematic: not applicable Coefficient of variation (n-4 logPOW Octanol/Water): 10. Stability and Reactivity Reactivity: Chemical stability: Hazardous reactions: No decomposition if used according to specifications. Stable if used according to specifications. Exothermic reaction. Development of hydrogen in aqueous solution with metals. Vigorous reactions with water and/or alkalis: development of hydrochloric acid. Avoid humidity. Do not overheat. Alkalies, strong oxidizing agents, metals. Water, alkohols, ethylene oxide. Toxic fumes/vapors. Caustic fumes/vapors, hydrogen.
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Conditions to avoid: Incompatible materials: Hazardous decomposition products:

Material Safety Data Sheet

According to regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH)

64201 - Iron(III) Chloride

Revised edition: 01.06.2011 Printed: 08.03.2012

Hazardous decomposition products: 11. Toxicological Information Information on Toxicological Effects : Acute Toxicity LD50, oral: Primary effects Irritant effect on skin: Irritant effect on eyes: Sensitization: Further toxicological effects: 12. Ecological Information Persistency and Degradability:

Hydrogen chloride, chlorine.

1872 mg/kg (rat) Iron(III) chloride (CAS 7705-08-0): 450 mg/kg (rat) Causes skin and mucous membrane irritation. Intensive irritation. Can damage eye. No sensitizing effects known. Swallowing: strong caustic effect on mouth and throat, as well as danger of perforation of oesaphagus and stomach.

Bioaccumulation: - Fish toxicity:

- Daphnia toxicity:

Results of PBT and vPvB assessment: Further information Water hazard class: 13. Disposal Considerations Waste Treatment Methods Product:

Inorganic substance. Biological degradability is not affected. Methods for the evaluation of the biological degradability are not applicable for inorganic substances. No bioaccumulation. Iron(III) chloride (anhydrous form): LC50: 75.6 mg/l (96h, Gambusia affinis) Iron(III) chloride (CAS 7705-08-0): LC50: 75.6 mg/l (96h, Gambusia affinis) Eisen(III) chloride (anhydrous form): EC50: 9.6 mg/l (48h, Daphnia magna) Iron(III) chloride (CAS 7705-08-0): EC50: 27.9 mg/l (48h, Daphnia magna) Not applicable.

In accordance with current regulations, product has to be taken to a special waste disposal site, after consultation with site operator and/or with the responsible authority. Product may not be burned. Uncontaminated packaging may be recycled.

Uncleaned packaging: 14. Transport Information Further information: Further Information:

Not classified as a dangerous good under transport regulations.

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Material Safety Data Sheet

According to regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH)

64201 - Iron(III) Chloride

Revised edition: 01.06.2011 Printed: 08.03.2012

15. Regulatory Information Safety, Health and Environmental Regulations/Legislation specific for the Substance or Mixture Local regulations on chemical Does not underlie the Accident Ordinance. accidents: Employment restrictions: The employment restrictions for young workers in accordance with the Youth Employment Protection Law (94/33/EC) are to be observed. The employment restrictions for expectant and nursing mothers in accordance with the Maternity Protection Guideline (94/85/EEC) are to be observed. Water hazard class: Chemical Safety Assessment Chemical safety assessment: 16. Other Information This product should be stored, handled and used in accordance with good hygiene practices and in conformity with any legal regulations. This information contained herein is based on the present state of knowledge and is intended to describe our product from the point of view of safety requirements. It should be therefore not be construed as guaranteeing specific properties. 1, slightly hazardous for water A Chemical Safety Assessment has not been carried out for this product.

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