Registration Dossier
Registration Dossier
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EC number: 240-778-0 | CAS number: 16721-80-5
Guidance on Safe Use
Administrative data
First-aid measures
INHALATION
- Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- Victim to lie down in the recovery position, cover and keep him warm.
- Oxygen or artificial respiration if needed.
- Consult a physician.
EYE CONTACT
- Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes.
- Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do.
- In the case of difficulty of opening the lids, administer an analgesic eye wash (oxybuprocaine).
- Consult with an ophthalmologist immediately in all cases.
- Take victim immediately to hospital.
SKIN CONTACT
- Take off contaminated clothing and shoes immediately.
- Wash off immediately with plenty of soap and water.
- Keep warm and in a quiet place.
- Wash contaminated clothing before re-use.
- Call a physician immediately.
INGESTION
- Call a poison centre or doctor/physician immediately.
- Take victim immediately to hospital.
If victim is conscious:
- If swallowed, rinse mouth with water (only if the person is conscious).
- Do NOT induce vomiting.
- Do not give anything to drink.
If victim is unconscious but breathing:
- Artificial respiration and/or oxygen may be necessary.
Fire-fighting measures
SUITABLE EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
- powder
- Foam, AFFF
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA WHICH SHALL NOT BE USED FOR SAFETY REASONS
- Never use water.
- Carbon dioxide (CO2)
SPECIAL EXPOSURE HAZARDS IN A FIRE
- Not combustible
- Hazardous decomposition products
SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIRE-FIGHTERS
- In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
- Fire fighters must wear fire resistant personnel protective equipment.
- Wear chemical resistant oversuit
OTHER INFORMATION
- Keep product and empty container away from heat and sources of ignition.
- Control the use of water due to environmental risk.
Accidental release measures
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
- Isolate the area.
- Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.
- Refer to protective measures listed in section “Handling and storage” and “Exposure controls / personal protection”.
- Wear self-contained breathing apparatus in confined spaces, in cases where the oxygen level is
depleted, or in case of significant emissions.
ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS
- Avoid release to the environment.
- Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system.
- If the product contaminates rivers and lakes or drains inform respective authorities.
METHODS FOR CLEANING UP
- Collect spillage.
- Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.
- Keep in properly labelled containers.
- Store in a place accessible by authorized persons only.
- Treat recovered material as described in the section "Disposal considerations".
Handling and storage
HANDLING
- Use in well-ventilated areas.
- Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
- Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- Keep away from incompatible products
- Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
STORAGE
- Keep only in original container.
- Keep in a dry place.
- Keep away from heat.
- Keep away from incompatible products
SPECIFIC USE(S)
- For further information, please contact: Supplier
PACKAGING MATERIAL
- Steel drum
- Iron drum
- Polyethylene
OTHER INFORMATION
- Provide tight electrical equipment well protected against corrosion.
- Refer to protective measures listed in sections “Exposure controls / personal protection”.
Transport information
Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)
- UN number:
- 2949
Shipping information
- Proper shipping name and description:
- SODIUM HYDROSULPHIDE
- Chemical name:
- Sodium hydrogensulfide
- Language:
- English
- Labels:
- 8
Special provisions / remarks
- Remarks:
- HI/UN No.: 80/2949
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Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)
- UN number:
- 2949
Shipping information
- Proper shipping name and description:
- SODIUM HYDROSULPHIDE
- Chemical name:
- Sodium hydrogensulfide
- Labels:
- IMDG-Labels: Corrosive
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Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)
- UN number:
- 2949
Shipping information
- Proper shipping name and description:
- SODIUM HYDROSULPHIDE
- Chemical name:
- Sodium hydrogensulfide
- Labels:
- ICAO-Labels: Corrosive
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Exposure controls / personal protection
EXPOSURE CONTROLS
- Ensure adequate ventilation
- Provide local ventilation appropriate to the product decomposition risk (see section “Stability and reactivity”).
- Apply technical measures to comply with the occupational exposure limits.
- Refer to protective measures listed in section “Handling and storage” and “Exposure controls / personal protection”.
OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE CONTROLS NAHS
Please refer to the exposure scenarios for RMMs in attached CSR (IUCLID chapter 13)
Stability and reactivity
STABILITY
- Stable under recommended storage conditions.
- May be corrosive to metals.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID
- Heat.
- Exposure to moisture.
MATERIALS TO AVOID
- Acids, oxidizing agents, metals, e.g. aluminium, carbon dioxide (CO2)
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
-Hydrogen sulfide, sulfur dioxide
Disposal considerations
WASTE FROM RESIDUES / UNUSED PRODUCTS
- In accordance with local and national regulations.
- Refer to manufacturer/supplier for information on recovery/recycling.
- Please refer to the environmental exposure scenarios in attached CSR (IUCLID chapter 13) or the MSDS.
PACKAGING TREATMENT
- The empty and clean containers are to be reused in conformity with regulations.
- Containers that cannot be cleaned must be treated as waste.
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