Safety data sheet in accordance with 2001/58/EC

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Substance key: SXR076394 Revision Date: 22.06.2006

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1. Identification of the substance/preparation and company

Trade name
Catalyst NKS liq
Material number: 104696
Use of the substance/preparation.
Industry sector : Textile processing industry
Type of use : Catalyst
Identification of the company
Clariant Production (France)

Usine de Lamotte
60350 Trosly Breuil
Telephone no. : +33 3 44 85 40 00
Information about the substance/preparation
Product Safety Dpt.
tel.: +33 1 46 96 97 82
Emergency telephone number : +33 1 45 42 59 59

2. Composition/information on ingredients
Chemical characterization
Catalyst based on metal salt and organic acid

Hazardous ingredients
Magnesium chloride, hexahydrate
Concentration : > 20 %
CAS number : 7791-18-6
EINECS number : 232-094-6
Hazard symbols Xi
R phrases 36/37/38

3. Hazards identification
Causes burns.

4. First aid measures

General information
Remove soiled or soaked clothing immediately
After inhalation
When inhaled remove to fresh air and seek medical aid.
After contact with skin
In case of contact with skin wash off immediately with plenty of water
If skin problems persist, seek medical advice.
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After contact with eyes

In case of contact with eyes rinse thoroughly with plenty of water and seek medical advice
After ingestion
Do not induce vomiting.
Do not give liquids to drink
Rinse mouth thoroughly with water.
Seek medical advice immediately.

5. Fire-fighting measures
Suitable extinguishing media
water mist
carbon dioxide
dry powder
foam
Special hazards from the substance itself, its combustion products or from its vapours
In the event of fire the following can be released:
Chlorine (Cl2)
Hydrogen chloride (HCl)
Special protective equipment for firefighting
Use self-contained breathing apparatus
Wear full protective suit.
Further information
Fire residues must be disposed of in a proper manner

6. Accidental release measures

Personal precautions
Remove persons to safety.
Ensure adequate ventilation.
Protection through wearing of tightly closed chemical protection suit and a self-contained
breathing apparatus.
Environmental precautions
Do not allow to enter drains or waterways
Methods for cleaning up/taking up
Cover with absorbent material (eg sand, peat, earth) and then pick it up.
Dispose of contaminated material as prescribed

7. Handling and storage

Advice on safe handling
Use only in well ventilated areas.
Open and handle container with care.
Avoid all contact with product
Have eyewash bottle in readiness.
Observe the usual precautions for handling chemicals
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Advice on protection against fire and explosion

Observe the general rules of industrial fire protection
Requirements for storage rooms and vessels
Keep only in the original container
Do not use metal containers.
Advice on storage compatibility
Do not store together with metals.
Further information on storage conditions
Keep container tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated place

8. Exposure controls/personal protection

General protective measures
Avoid contact with eyes and skin
Do not inhale vapours
Do not inhale aerosols
Hygiene measures
Do not eat, drink or smoke during work time.
Wash hands before breaks and after work.
Change contaminated clothes immediately.
Respiratory protection : Respiratory protective equipment
Filter A (organic gases and vapours) to standard DIN EN 141
Hand protection : Nitrile rubber gloves.

These types of protective gloves are offered by various

manufacturers. Please note the manufacturers detailed
statements, especially about the minimum thickness and the
minimum breakthrough time. Consider also the particular
working conditions under which the gloves are being used.

Eye protection : tightly fitting safety glasses

see respiratory protection
Body protection : protective overalls

9. Physical and chemical properties

Form : Liquid
Colour : slightly yellow
Odour : odourless
Melting point : not determined
Boiling temperature : approx. 100 C
Flash point : No flash point upto 100 C.
Ignition temperature : not determined
Self-ignition temperature : Not applicable
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Lower explosion limit : not determined

Upper explosion limit : not determined
Vapour pressure : not determined

Density : approx. 1,23 g/cm3 (20 C)

Bulk density : Not applicable

Solubility in water :
pH value :
pH value :
Octanol/water partition
coefficient (log Pow) :
Viscosity (dynamic) :
miscible in all proportions
0 - 0,4
Determined in the undiluted form
2,1 - 2,4 (102 g/l)
Not determined
not determined

Viscosity (Efflux time) : 12 s ( 20 C)

Method : Ford beaker D 4

10. Stability and reactivity

Thermal decomposition : not determined
Hazardous reactions
Reactions with various metals.
Hazardous decomposition products
Chlorine
Hydrogen chloride (HCl)

11. Toxicological information

Acute oral toxicity : not determined

Irritant effect on skin : Not determined

Irritant effect on eyes : Not determined
Remarks
The product was classified on the basis of the calculation procedure of the Dangerous
Preparations Directive (1999/45/EC).

12. Ecological information

Biodegradability : > 80 %
Method : OECD 302 B

Fish toxicity : LC0 > 500 mg/l (48 h, guppy)

Daphnia toxicity : not determined

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Algae toxicity : not determined

Bacteria toxicity : EC50 > 1.000 mg/l (Pseudomonas putida)

Method : fermentation tube test

Dissolved Organic carbon 22 mg/g

(DOC) :

Chemical oxygen demand 43 mg/g

(COD) :

Remarks
Do not dispose of in the environment.

13. Disposal considerations

Product
Disposal in an incineration plant in accordance with the regulations of the local
authorities.
Uncleaned packaging
Packaging that cannot be cleaned should be disposed of as product waste

14. Transport information

ADR
Proper shipping name: Corrosive liquid, acidic, inorganic, n.o.s.
Class: 8
Packing group: III
UN no. UN 3264
Primary risk: 8
Hazard no. : 80
Remarks Shipment permitted
Hazard inducer(s): Magnesium chloride
ADNR
Proper shipping name: Corrosive liquid, acidic, inorganic, n.o.s.
Class: 8
Packing group: III
UN no. UN 3264
Primary risk: 8
Remarks Shipment permitted
Hazard inducer(s): Magnesium chloride
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RID
Proper shipping name: Corrosive liquid, acidic, inorganic, n.o.s.
Class: 8
Packing group: III
UN no. UN 3264
Primary risk: 8
Hazard no. : 80
Remarks Shipment permitted
Hazard inducer(s): Magnesium chloride
IATA
Proper shipping name: Corrosive liquid, acidic, inorganic, n.o.s.
Class: 8
Packing group: III
UN/ID number: UN 3264
Primary risk: 8
Remarks Shipment permitted
Hazard inducer(s): Magnesium chloride
IMDG
Proper shipping name: Corrosive liquid, acidic, inorganic, n.o.s.
Class: 8
Packing group: III
UN no. UN 3264
Primary risk: 8
Remarks Shipment permitted
Hazard inducer(s): Magnesium chloride
EmS : F-A S-B

15. Regulatory information

Labelling in accordance with EC-Directives
hazard warning labelling compulsory
The product is classified and labelled in accordance with EC directives/the relevant national
laws.
Hazard symbols
C Corrosive
Hazardous component(s) to be indicated on label
Magnesium chloride, hexahydrate
R phrases
34 Causes burns.
37 Irritating to respiratory system.
S phrases
20 When using do not eat or drink.
26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and
seek medical advice.
27 Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
28.1 After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water.
36/37 Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.
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16. Other information

See product leaflet
Text of the R-phrases which are allocated to the ingredients/components mentioned
in section 2 of this Safety Data Sheet.
36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.

The data are based on the current state of our knowledge, and are intended to describe the
product with regard to the requirements of safety. The data should not be taken to imply
any guarantee of a particular or general specification. It is the responsibility of the user of
the product to ensure to his satisfaction that the product is suitable for the intended
purpose and method of use. We do not accept responsibility for any harm caused by the
use of this information. In all cases, our general conditions of sale apply.