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Material Safety Data Sheet: 1. Product and Company Information
Material Safety Data Sheet: 1. Product and Company Information
TRADE NAME P2 RS 13
PRODUCT IRON OXIDE RED
PRODUCT CODE RA, RB, RS and RC SERIES
CHEMICAL NAME IRON OXIDE
CHEMICAL FORMULA Fe2O3
COLOUR INDEX NAME PIGMENT RED 101
COLOUR INDEX NUMBER 77491
CAS NUMBER 1309-37-1
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
IN CASE OF
INHALATION: If inhaled, removed to fresh air. If not breathing, gives artificial respiration. If breathing is
difficult, give oxygen
SKIN CONTACT: Immediately wash skin with soap and water
EYE CONTACT: Immediately wash eyes with large amount of water for at least 15 minutes. Assure adequate
flushing by separating eyelids with fingers
INGESTION: Vomiting may be resulted if sufficient quantity is swallowed, seek medical assistance
IN ALL CASE: Consult a physician and wash/discard contaminated clothing after use. Never give anything
by mouth to an unconscious person
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
INDIVIDUAL PRECAUTIONS: Collect and seal in properly labeled containers for disposal.
ENVIRONMENT PRECAUTIONS: Disposal should be in accordance with local State or National legislation.
CLEANING METHODS: Vacuum or use wet clean-up techniques and place waste material in closed
container.
HANDLING: Wear protective clothing. Avoid generating and inhaling dusts. If dust exists, wear approved dust
mask and use with local exhaust. Wash thoroughly after handling. Clean/discard protection
equipment after use. Do not get in eyes, on clothing.
STORAGE: Store in a dry, cool, ventilated place away from incompatible or dangerous products. Avoid
damaging the packing. For general planning purposes allow a maximum storage period of 5 years
from date of delivery.
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
CHRONIC EFFECTS Prolonged inhalation of iron oxide dust is known to produce condition known as siderosis.
OF EXPOSURE: On X-RAYS it appears to be a benign pneumoconiosis and is not associated with
pulmonary fibrosis or disability unless there is concurrent exposure to other
fibrosis-producing materials such as Silica. The TLV is set to protect against siderosis
ANIMAL TOXICITY ORAL LD50 (Rat)…..Greater than 5000mg/kg
DATA: DERMAL LD50 (Rabbit)…..N/D
INHALATION LC50 (Species)…..N/D
CARCINOGENCITY: This product is not considered as carcinogen by IARC, NTP, ACGIH or OSHA.
N/AV
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
PRODUCT DISPSAL METHOD Disposal method should be in accordance with local or national legislation
PACKING DISPOSAL METHOD Used packing containing product residue should be disposed of in the same
manner as the product
REMARKS Please note that disposal methods may vary locally. The above mentioned
disposal methods are provided for reference only. Consult with your local
environmental protection dept. or waste management companies for further
information.
This product is not considered as dangerous cargo. However transportation regulations may vary locally. It is
recommended to consult your local authorities for more information.
Note that local regulations controlling the transportation, use, distribution storage and/ or processing of this product
may vary. Consult your local authorities to establish which regulations apply to your operations.
The information presented herein is believed to be accurate and was obtained from sources believed to be reliable. However, the information is
provided without any representation or warranty, expressed or implied, with respect to its accuracy or completeness. It is the user’s responsibility to
determine the suitability of this product and the relevance of this information for their use. Cathay Industries does not assume liability resulting from
the use, handling, storage and disposal of this product.
DOC No.: MSDS-CO-RED-01 ISSUE ON: May, 2010 SUPERCEDE: Jun, 2009
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