MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

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1 DKJ MADE OUT ON: UPDATED ON REVISION 11 (dept. symbol, register no.) (year)(subsequent no. during the year) (yyyy-mm-dd) (yyyy-mm-dd) SECTION 1: Substance/mixture and company 1.1. Product identification Zinc oxide, white zinc. CAS: EINECS Registration number: Commercial denominations of products: white zinc, zinc oxide 1.2. Significant identified applications of substance or mixture and adverse applications Used for production of rubber products, paints and lacquers, ceramic, pharmaceutical and electronic product, as well as protection from high voltage Information on the party submitting the data sheet ZM SILESIA SA Branch Huta Oława in Oława ul. Sikorskiego Oława, Poland Telephone: Emergency telephone number SECTION 2: Identification of hazards 2.1. Classification of substance or mixture In accordance with the directive (EC) 1272/2008 classified as follows : Physical and chemical parameters not classified Health hazards not classified Environmental hazards substances or mixtures implying hazards for aqueous environment severe risk, category 1. Factor M In accordance with the directive DSD and the order of the Ministry of Health of September 2, 2003 regarding criteria and mode of classification of chemical substances and preparations, classified as follows : Physical and chemical parameters not classified Health hazards - not classified Environmental hazards substance dangerous for environment (N) 1

2 Kind of hazard R 50/53 - Very toxic for aqueous organisms; may cause long-lasting changes in the aqueous environment Description of correct safety measures S 60 - The substance and its packaging are to be disposed as dangerous waste S 61 - Avoid dumping to the environment. Proceed in accordance with the instruction or the data sheet 2.2. Symbols GHS09: environment Warning: danger Expressions indicating kind of hazard: H410 - Very toxic for aqueous organisms, causing long-lasting effects. Expressions indicating measures to be taken: P273 Avoid dumping to the environment. P391 Collect the spill. P501 Contents/container to be disposed in accordance with the local waste management regulations. To be treated as dangerous waste Other hazards Unknown SECTION 3: Ingredients 2

3 3.1. Substances: Name Zinc oxide Chemical formula ZnO CAS: EINECS Molar mass g/mol Concentration of the substance 100% 3.2. Mixtures SECTION 4: First aid measures 4.1. Description of first aid measures In case of any ailment after swallowing call a doctor. Take off the contaminated clothing and shoes, and cleanse thoroughly before using again. In case of ailments caused by inhalation of dust: go out to fresh air In case of ingestion: administer water to drink and rinse the mouth, consult a doctor In case the substance gets in the eyes: lift the eyelid and rinse the eye thoroughly under running water; in case of irritation consult a doctor. In case of contact with the skin: wash the contaminated area with water and soap Major acute and delayed symptoms and results of exposure After swallowing a significant quantity, there will be symptoms similar to those of flu, with a high temperature and muscle shivering. The effects usually disappear after two days, when the organisms has eliminated the substance Indications regarding immediate medical aid and special treatment of the injured None SECTION 5: Measures in case of fire 5.1. Extinguishing media Recommended extinguishing media: sprayed water, foam, carbon dioxide (CO2), dry extinguishing media, neutral powder extinguisher (depending on materials stored nearby) 3

4 Not recommended extinguishing media: do not use pressurized water jet to extinguish fire in case of dusty products 5.2. Specific hazards related to the substance or mixture None. Non-flammable substance Information for the fire brigade In case of fire use insulating respiratory apparatus while extinguishing the fire. Wear a complete protective suit. Further recommendations: Residues from fire and residues of extinguishing water should be removed in accordance with national and local regulations. Do not remove to the sewage system. SECTION 6: Proceeding in case of unintended release to the environment 6.1. Personal protective measures, protective equipment and procedures in case of emergency Prevent forming of dust; do not inhale dust; prevent contamination with the substance Measures for environmental protection Do not permit release to sewage, surface waters or soil Methods and materials for prevention of contamination spread and for elimination of contamination In order to avoid dusting, collect the substance using a moist or absorbing material. Transport the substance in appropriate containers References to other parts Waste handling, see PART 13. SECTION 7: Handling and storage of substances and mixtures 7.1. Safe handling measures Always read the information in the label. Use safety measures to comply with the legally determined limit values of zinc concentration in the air (NDS) ventilation, extractors Safe storage conditions, along with the information regarding any mutual inconsistencies 4

5 store in dry, roofed premises at the room temperature, in originally sealed containers Specific target applications SECTION 8: Control of exposure / personal protective means 8.1. Control parameters Concentration at the work place, maximum limit values: NDS 5 mg Zn/m3 NDSCh 10 mg Zn/m Exposure control Personal protective means Protection of the respiratory system: If the acceptable NDS value has been exceeded, wear respirators with appropriate dust filters Hand protection: protective gloves made of rubber, leather or cotton Eye protection: protective goggles Body protection: working clothing. General instructions regarding protection and hygiene: do not inhale dust. Do not eat, drink or smoke during work. Wash hands and face before breaks and after work. SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties 9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties Form: solid body, dust Colour: white or almost white Odour: odourless Melting point ºC Ignition point: not applicable Combustion properties: non-flammable product Explosive properties: explosive safe product Bulk density kg/m3 Solubility: acids and bases Density (20 ºC): 5.6 g/cm3 Solubility in water: (20ºC) g/dm3 5

6 ph (at 10 g/l H20) (20ºC) Other information SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity Reactivity Chemical stability Possibility of dangerous reactions Conditions to be avoided Incompatible materials Dangerous decomposition products ZnO smoke may be emitted in case of thermal decomposition. It does not decompose, if stored and handled as specified in Point 7. The substance is soluble in acids and alkalies. SECTION 11: Toxicological information Information on toxicological effects Acute toxicity orally LD50 >2000 mg/kg mc Rat Acute toxicity in case of inhaling LC50 >5.7 mg/l Rat LOAEL (Lowest Observed Adverse Effect Level) >5 mg/m 3 Humans Irritating limit: for the skin: not irritating for a rabbit for the eyes: not irritating for rabbit s eyes Practical information: Inhaling the dust may cause irritation of the respiratory system. Up to 25 mg of zinc is used in medicines. Gram quantities may lead to serious health problems. The zinc fever quoted in the literature (foundry fever) occurs solely when ZnO is generated, and ZnO smoke (aerosol) appears. It is not caused by packed, commercial white zinc (ZnO) Further toxicological information: The product is not toxic. LD50 orally, rat > mg/kg mc 6

7 SECTION 12: Ecological information Toxicity For fish LC50 Oncorhybchus mykiss (rainbow trout) Dosis 1.1 mg/l for 96 h For daphnia and other aqueous invertebrates EC50 Daphnia magna Dosis >1.0 mg/l for 48 h For algae IC50 Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata (green algae) Dosis 0.17 mg/l for 72h Stability and propensity for decomposition No data Capacity of bioaccumulation No data Mobility in the soil No data Results of evaluation of PBT and vpvb properties No data Other harmful effects SECTION 13: Handling of waste Methods of neutralization of waste Product: Should be transported and handled in a special manner (dangerous product). Do not eliminate in an incinerating plant. Contaminated containers: Non-disposable containers may be used again once they have been completely emptied. Contaminated containers must be handled as dangerous waste. 7

8 SECTION 14: Transport information Road transport/adr/rid and GGVS/GGVE (abroad/domestic) ADR/RID- GGVS/E: UN 3077 Material dangerous for the environment, solid, i.n.o. Class 9 Classification code M7 Packaging group III Hazard reference number: 90 label 9 + fish Sea transport: class 9 Packaging group III Air transport ICAO-TI and IATA-DGR: class 9 UN/ID-Nr 3077 PG III SECTION 15: Information on legal regulations Legal regulations regarding safety, health and environmental protection specific for substances or mixtures 1. Chemical Substances and Preparations Act (Law Gazette No. 11/2001 Item 84) along with the subsequent amendments. 2. Directive of the Minister of Health of September 28, 2005 (Legal Gazette 201/2005 Item1674) - List of dangerous substances with their classification and marking. 3. Directive of the Minister of Health of July 3, 2002 regarding data sheet for dangerous substances and dangerous preparations, (Law Gazette No. 140/2002 Item 1171) along with the subsequent amendments. 4. Directive Of the Minister of Labour and Social Policy of November 29, 2002 regarding the maximum acceptable concentrations and intensities of harmful factors in the working environment. (Law Gazette No. 217/2002 Item 1833) along with the subsequent amendments. 5. Directive modifying the directive regarding data sheet for dangerous substances and dangerous preparations, Directive of the Minister of Health of December 14, 2004 (Legal Gazette z Nr 2 Item 8). 6. DIRECTIVE (EC) NO. 1907/2006 OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND THE EUROPEAN COUNCIL of December 18, 2006regarding Registration 8

9 Evaluation and Authorisation of Chemicals (REACH) and creation of the European Chemicals Agency, modifying the directive1999/45/ec and repealing the directive of the European Council (EEC) nr 793/93 and the directive of the European Commission (EC) No. 1488/94, as well as the directive of the European Council 76/769/EEC and the directives of the European Commission 91/155/EEC, 93/67/EEC, 93/105/EC and 2000/21/EC 7. Contract ADR Directive (EC) No. 1272/2008 regarding classification, marking and packaging of substances and mixtures, modifying and repealing the directives67/548/eec and 1999/45/EC as well as modifying the directive (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH) Evaluation of chemical safety SECTION 16: Other information The information is presented in accordance with the present knowledge, which however does not constitute a full protection from the harmful effects of the substance and may not be a basis for legal claims. Source of the data: Quality Control Department Informant: Engineer Łukasz Jańczyk, M.Sc. Telephone: