TRIDUR ZN B

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

Print date: 24-Jul-2008

Revision Number: 3

1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND THE

COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
Product name:
Product code:
Synonyms:

Supplier:

TRIDUR ZN B
1668633-0005-1-000
No information available

ATOTECH USA INC

1750 OVERVIEW DRIVE
ROCK HILL, SC 29730
TELEPHONE: 803-817-3500
MONDAY - FRIDAY
HOURS: 9:00am - 5:00pm EST

ATOTECH CANADA LTD.

1180 CORPORATE DRIVE
BURLINGTON, ON., L7L 5R6
TELEPHONE: 905-332-0111
MONDAY - FRIDAY
HOURS: 8:00am - 5:00pm EST

Emergency telephone numbers:

SPILLS AND TRANSPORT

CHEMTREC (USA):
CANUTEC (CANADA):

800-424-9300
613-996-6666

TRANSPORT MEDICAL

ROCKY MOUNTAIN POISON CONTROL CENTER: 303-623-5716

2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
- DANGER CORROSIVE
TOXIC
CARCINOGEN
This material is considered to be hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
This material is a controlled product under WHMIS.
Potential health & environmental effects
Properties affecting health:

The product causes burns of eyes, skin and mucous membranes. Possible carcinogen.

Principle routes of exposure: Eyes. Skin. Mucous membranes.

Skin contact:

Causes skin burns. The fluoride ion is capable of penetrating the skin where it will attack
underlying tissues and bone.

Eye contact:

Causes eye burns. Corrosive to the eyes and may cause severe damage including blindness.

Inhalation:

Contact causes severe skin irritation and possible burns. May cause allergic respiratory
reaction.

Ingestion:

Contact causes severe skin irritation and possible burns. May be harmful if swallowed.

3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
INGREDIENTS (BY WEIGHT PERCENT)

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Components
Chromium nitrate
Cobalt(II) nitrate
Sodium nitrate
Hydrofluoric acid

CAS-No
13548-38-4
10141-05-6
7631-99-4
7664-39-3

Weight %
10 - 30
1-5
1-5
1-5

This product may contain component (s) that are not listed under disclosure. All components not listed, do not contain hazardous
materials above deminimus disclosure limits as defined by OSHA, NIOSH, ACGIH or Canadian WHMIS regulations and or guidelines.
Please refer to other sections of the MSDS for information on safety, health and environmental guidelines and precautions.

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

General advice:

Immediate medical attention is required.

Skin contact:

First treatment with calcium gluconate paste. Wash off with. Calcium gluconate solution. Call a
physician immediately.

Inhalation:

Immediate medical attention is required. Move to fresh air. Artificial respiration and/or oxygen
may be necessary.

Eye contact:

Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Seek
immediate medical attention/advice.

Ingestion:

Immediate medical attention is required. Do not induce vomiting without medical advice. Never
give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.

Notes to physician:

Treat symptomatically. The toxicity of fluoride compounds results primarily from the release of
the free fluoride ion into the tissue. This toxicity closely resembles that of dilute hydrofluoric
acid. The clinical effects of fluoride ion exposure depend on the concentration, the location
and extent of exposure, and the duration of exposure. The most serious effects include
potentially fatal hypocalcemia, deeply penetrating and extremely painful condition of brittle
bones and calcified ligaments. Treatment modalities include copious water rinse followed by
local application of calcium gluconate gel, subcutaneous injection of calcium gluconate
solution, soaking with iced zephiran, or iced hyamine, or, in cases of intractable pain from
exposure to fingers, intra-arterial calcium gluconate. Eye exposures are treated with copious
water rinse followed by continous irrigation with calcium gluconate solution. Eye exposure
should be evaluated by an ophthalmologist. Remove victim from contaminated area.
Immediately flush skin with plenty of water paying particular attention to the underside of
fingernails for a minimum of 15 minutes or until medical treatment is available. Remove all
contaminated clothing and shoes while washing continuously. After thorough washing for at
least 15 minutes, the burned area should be immersed in a solution of 0.13% iced aqueous
benzlkonium chloride until pain is relieved. As an alternate first aid treatment, 2.5% calcium
gluconate gel may be continuously massaged into burn area (hands should be protected by
latex gloves to prevent secondary contamination) until the pain is relieved.

Protection of first-aiders:

Use personal protective equipment.

5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing media:

Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding
environment.

Extinguishing media which must not No information available.

be used for safety reasons:
Special protective equipment for
firefighters:

As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA / NIOSH

(approved or equivalent) and full protective gear.

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Specific hazards:

Heating or fire can release toxic gas, In case of fire hazardous decomposition products may be
produced such as, hydrogen fluoride, chromium oxides, cobalt oxides, nitrogen oxides (NOx),
Sulphur oxides.

Unusual hazards:

Run off water may be corrosive and / or toxic.

Specific methods:

DO NOT use combustible materials such as sawdust. Water mist may be used to cool closed
containers. Dike and collect water used to fight fire. Fire residues and contaminated fire
extinguishing water must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations.

Flash Point:
Flash point test method:
Autoignition temperature:

The product is not flammable

Not applicable.
Not applicable

Flammability Limits in Air:

Lower:
Upper:

Not applicable.
Not applicable.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal precautions:

Prevent unauthorized access. For personal protection see section 8.

Environmental precautions:

Should not be released into the environment. Do not allow material to contaminate ground
water system.

Methods for containment:

Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.

Methods for cleaning up:

DO NOT use combustible materials such as sawdust. Clean contaminated surface thoroughly.
Dispose of as special waste in compliance with local and national regulations. Soak up with
inert absorbent material. Avoid formation of aerosol.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Handling
Technical measures/precautions:

Use only in area provided with appropriate exhaust ventilation

Do not breathe vapors/dust. Remove and wash contaminated
clothing before re-use. Handle in accordance with good industrial
hygiene and safety practice. Do not ingest. Avoid letting the product
become dry. The product is oxidizing when dried. For personal
protection see section 8.

Safe handling advice:

Storage
Technical measures/storage conditions:

Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated

place. Keep locked-up.

Incompatible products:

Bases. Reducing agents. Cyanides. Glass.

Shelf Life (days):

Storage Temperature
Above: 23 F / -5 C
Below: 104 F / 40 C

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION

Engineering measures to reduce
exposure:

Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas

Personal Protective Equipment

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Respiratory protection:

In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. When workers are facing
concentrations above the exposure limit they must use appropriate certified respirators..

Hand protection:

The suitability for a specific workplace should be discussed with the producers of the protective
gloves. The suitability for a specific workplace should be discussed with the producers of the
protective gloves. Please observe the instructions regarding permeability and breakthrough
time which are provided by the supplier of the gloves. Also take into consideration the specific
local conditions under which the product is used, such as the danger of cuts, abrasion, and the
contact time.

Skin and body protection:

Chemical resistant apron. Long sleeved clothing. Boots.

Eye protection:

Tightly fitting safety goggles. Face-shield. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers
are close to the workstation location.

Hygiene measures:

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before
breaks and immediately after handling the product. When using, do not eat, drink or smoke.

Exposure limits
Components
Cobalt(II) nitrate
10141-05-6
Hydrofluoric acid
7664-39-3

ACGIH
TWA
0.02 mg/m3
0.5 ppm

STEL

OSHA
Ceilings

TWA

2 ppm

3 ppm

STEL

NIOSH
Ceilings

TWA

STEL

2.5 mg/m3
3 ppm

Ceilings

5 mg/m3
6 ppm

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Physical state:
Odor:
pH:
Melting point:
Vapor density:
VOC content(%):
Solubility in other solvents:

Liquid
Pungent
@ 10% = 0.00 - 2.00
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
No information available

Color:
Specific gravity:
Boiling point:
Evaporation rate:
Vapor pressure:
Solubility in water:

Dark blue
1.145 - 1.175
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
Completely soluble

Flash Point:
Autoignition temperature:

The product is not flammable

Not applicable

Flash point test method:

Decomposition temperature:

Not applicable.
Not applicable

Explosion limits:
Upper: Not applicable
Lower: Not applicable

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Stability:

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Materials to avoid:

Bases. Metals. Reducing agents. Cyanides. Sulfides. Glass.

Conditions to avoid:

To avoid thermal decomposition, do not overheat. Do not allow to dry. The product is oxidizing
when dried.

Hazardous decomposition products: In case of fire hazardous decomposition products may be produced such as, hydrogen fluoride,
cobalt oxides, Chromium oxides, nitrogen oxides, sulfur oxides.

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Hazardous reactions:

Corrosive in contact with metals. Exothermic reaction.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Acute toxicity
Component Information
Components
Chromium nitrate - 13548-38-4
Cobalt(II) nitrate - 10141-05-6
Sodium nitrate - 7631-99-4
Hydrofluoric acid - 7664-39-3

LD50/oral/rat
3250 mg/kg
434 mg/kg
1267 mg/kg
No information available

LC50/inhalation/8h/rat
No information available
No information available
No information available
1276 ppm
850 mg/m3

LD50/dermal/rabbit
No information available
No information available
No information available
No information available

Product Information
LC50/inhalation/4h/rat = No information available
LD50/dermal/rabbit = No information available
LD50/oral/rat = No information available
Local effects
Skin contact:

Corrosive. Causes burns. The fluoride ion is capable of penetrating the skin where it will attack
underlying tissues and bone. May cause an allergic reaction.

Eye contact:

Corrosive to the eyes and may cause severe damage including blindness.

Inhalation:

Corrosive. Contact causes severe skin irritation and possible burns. Inhaled corrosive
substances can lead to a toxic edema of the lungs. May be harmful if inhaled. May cause
allergic respiratory reaction.

Ingestion:

Corrosive. Ingestion causes irritation of upper respiratory system and gastrointestinal

disturbance. May be harmful if swallowed.

Sensitization:

May cause sensitization by inhalation and skin contact.

Chronic effects:

Specific effects
Carcinogenic effects:

This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects
or other reproductive harm. Chronic exposure to inorganic fluorides has been known to
produce embrittlement and decalcification of bones, and increases calcification of ligaments
and vertebrae resulting in spinal stiffness (fluorosis). There is some evidence that the
fluoborate ion is not stored in bones, as is the fluoride ion, and is excreted from the body much
faster. Prolonged exposure to Hydrogen Fluroride can cause bone and joint changes in
humans. Subchronic inhalation exposure to 10 ppm hyrodgen fluoride (6hr/day for 91 days) in
rats caused non-specific progressive toxicity, characterized by general malaise, depressed
diet, food consumption and loss of weight. Progressive emaciation was more severe in the
males and severe enough to cause death in a few animals. No biologically significant changes
were produced at 1.0 and 0.1 ppm..

IARC lists cobalt as possibly carcinogenic to humans (group 2B). OSHA lists cobalt as
carcinogenic. The ACGIH lists inorganic cobalt compounds as a Group A-3 Carcinogen-confimed animal carcinogen with unknown relevance to humans.

Mutagenic effects:

No information available

Reproductive toxicity:

No information available

Target organ effects:

Eyes. Skin. Skeletal system.

Carcinogenic substances

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Components
Cobalt(II) nitrate

NTP:

IARC:
2B

OSHA
Present

ACGIH
A3 - Confirmed animal
carcinogen with unknown
relevance to humans
A4 - Not Classifiable as a
Human Carcinogen

Hydrofluoric acid

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Environmental hazard
Ecotoxicity effects:

Avoid release to the environment.

Aquatic toxicity:

Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment

Mobility:

No information available

Bioaccumulative potential:

Not determined

Components
Sodium nitrate - 7631-99-4

Freshwater Algae

Freshwater Fish Species

96 h LC50 (Lepomis macrochirus) = 9000
mg/L
48 h LC50 (Lepomis macrochirus) = 660
mg/L

Microtoxicity

Water Flea
48 h EC50 = 270 mg/L

Hydrofluoric acid - 7664-39-3

Components
Hydrofluoric acid
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13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Waste from residues / unused products: Dispose of in accordance with federal, provincial, state, and local regulations
Contaminated packaging:
Components
Hydrofluoric acid

Empty containers should be taken for local recycling, recovery or waste disposal
RCRA - F Series Wastes

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RCRA - K Series Wastes

RCRA - P Series Wastes

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RCRA - U Series Wastes

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14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

DOT (USA)
Proper shipping name DOT:
Technical Name (DOT):
UN-No (DOT):
Hazard Class (DOT):
Subsidiary Class (DOT):
Packing group ( DOT):
Description (DOT):

TDG (Canada)
Proper shipping name TDG:
Technical Name (TDG):
UN-No (TDG):
Hazard Class (TDG):
Subsidiary Class (TDG):
Packing group (TDG):
Description (TDG):

CORROSIVE LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S.

( CHROMIUM NITRATE , HYDROFLUORIC ACID )
UN2922
8
6.1
II
CORROSIVE LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S., (CHROMIUM NITRATE , HYDROFLUORIC ACID ) ,
8(6.1), UN2922, PGII, DO NOT SHIP BY AIR

CORROSIVE LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S.

( CHROMIUM NITRATE , HYDROFLUORIC ACID )
UN2922
8
6.1
II
CORROSIVE LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S., (CHROMIUM NITRATE , HYDROFLUORIC ACID ) ,
8(6.1), UN2922, PGII, DO NOT SHIP BY AIR

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

International Inventories
All of the components in this product are on or exempt from the following inventories:
USA (TSCA), Europe (EINECS/ELINCS/NLP), Australia (AICS), Korea (ECL), China (IECSC), Japan (ENCS), Philippines (PICCS).
International Inventory Legend
TSCA: US - Toxic Substance Control Act
DSL: Canada - Domestic Substance List
NDSL: Canada - Non-Domestic Substance List
IECSC: China - Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances China
EINECS: EU Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances
ELINCS: EU List of Notified Chemical Substances
ECL: Korea - Existing Chemicals List
AICS: Australia - Inventory of Chemical Substances
ENCS: Japan - Existing and New Chemical Substances
PICCS: Phillipines - Inventory of Chemicals and Chemical Substances

U.S. Regulations:

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HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS
Components
CA PROP 65 SARA 302
Cobalt(II) nitrate
Sodium nitrate
Hydrofluoric acid
X

SARA 313
X
X
X

CERCLA RQ

TSCA 12(b)

CWC

DEA

100 lb
45.4 kg

U.S. Regulations Legend

CA PROP 65: California Proposition 65 - Carcinogens List
TSCA 12(b): TSCA Section 12(b) - Export Notification
SARA 302: CERCLA/SARA - Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances EPCRA RQs and TPQs
SARA 313: CERCLA/SARA - Section 313 - Emission Reporting
CERCLA RQ: CERCLA/SARA - Hazardous Substances and Their Reportable Quantities
CWC: Chemical Weapons Convention - Annex on Chemicals
DEA LISTED: DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) - DEA Controlled, Precursors, and / or Essential Chemicals
SARA 311
Acute Health Hazard
Chronic Health Hazard
Fire Hazard
Sudden Release of Pressure Hazard
Reactive Hazard

YES
YES
NO
NO
NO

Canada
This product has been classified in accordance with the criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations (CPR) and the MSDS contains
all of the information required by the CPR.
WHMIS Controlled List
HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS
Components
Cobalt(II) nitrate
Sodium nitrate
Hydrofluoric acid

CAS-No
10141-05-6
7631-99-4
7664-39-3

WHMIS Call out threshold

1
1
1

WHMIS hazard class:

E Corrosive material
D1B Toxic materials
D2A Very toxic materials

16. OTHER INFORMATION

NFPA: Health: 3 Flammability: 0 Instability: 0

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CAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING: The identification of ingredients in this document meets or exceeds the requirements set forth
in 29 CFR, 40 CFR, TDG et al. at the date of publication. Ingredients present in a mixture or solution which are generically identified or
not referenced in this document are not regulatorily required to be specifically identified or referenced. The information contained herein
should be provided to all those who will use, handle, store, transport, or may otherwise be exposed to this product.
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN, TO THE BEST OF OUR KNOWLEDGE, IS CONSIDERED TO BE ACCURATE. SUCH INFORMATION IS
OFFERED SOLELY FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION, INVESTIGATION, AND VERIFICATION, AND WE DO NOT SUGGEST OR GUARANTEE THAT
ANY PRECAUTIONS, PROCEDURES, RECOMMENDATIONS ETC. ARE PREFERRED OR UNIQUE. ATOTECH USA INC. AND ATOTECH CANADA
LTD. MAKE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, WITH RESPECT TO THE USE OF THIS INFORMATION OR THE USE OF MATERIAL IDENTIFIED HEREIN, IN
COMBINATION WITH ANY OTHER MATERIAL OR PROCESS, AND ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY THEREFORE. THIS DOCUMENT WAS
DEVELOPED UNDER THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA, AND AS SUCH MAY NOT SATISFY OTHER STATE,
PROVINCIAL OR REGIONAL REQUIREMENTS.

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