Safety Data Sheet in accordance with Regulation (EU) No.453/2010 Page 1(16) Optisul Black 4G liq Substance key: 000000 Version : 2 - 0 / EU Revision Date: 22.05.2015 Date of printing : 08.02.2019 SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking 1.1. Product identifier Trade name Optisul Black 4G liq 1.2. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture Industry sector : Textile processing industry Type of use : textile dye 1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet Identification of the company Archroma Pakistan Ltd. 1-A/1 Sector 20 Korangi Industrial Area 74900 Karachi Telephone no. : +92 21 35123361-65 Information about the substance/mixture Product Stewardship +92 21 35123361-65 e-mail: PS.MSDS-Pakistan@archroma.com 1.4. Emergency telephone number +65 3158 1329 (24 h) SECTION 2: Hazards identification 2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture Classification according CLP regulation (Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008, as amended) Hazard class Skin corrosion Serious eye damage Hazard category Category 1 Category 1 H-phrase Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Causes serious eye damage. Contact with acids liberates toxic gas. Classification according EC Directive (67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC, as amended) Category of danger/Category Hazard symbol R - phrases Corrosive Contact with acids liberates toxic gas. Causes burns. 2.2. Label elements Labelling according CLP regulation (Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008, as amended) Safety Data Sheet in accordance with Regulation (EU) No.453/2010 Page 2(16) Optisul Black 4G liq Substance key: 000000 Version : 2 - 0 / EU Revision Date: 22.05.2015 Date of printing : 08.02.2019 Hazard pictograms Signal word Danger Hazard statements H314 EUH031 Precautionary statements P264 P280 P301 + P330 + P331 P303 + P361 + P353 P304 + P340 P305 + P351 + P338 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Contact with acids liberates toxic gas. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. 2.3. Other hazards No additional hazards are known except those derived from the labelling. SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients 3.2. Mixtures Chemical characterization sulfur dyestuff anionic Hazardous ingredients Sodium hydroxide Concentration : CAS number : EC number: Index Number REACH - Registration number according to article 20(3): 2-4% 1310-73-2 215-185-5 011-002-00-6 01-2119457892-27-0136, 01-2119457892-27-0137 Safety Data Sheet in accordance with Regulation (EU) No.453/2010 Page 3(16) Optisul Black 4G liq Substance key: 000000 Version : 2 - 0 / EU Revision Date: 22.05.2015 Date of printing : 08.02.2019 Classification hazard substance EC C Corrosive R35 GHS classification EC Corrosive to metals Skin corrosion H290 H314 Sodium sulphide Concentration : CAS number : EC number: Index Number Category 1 Category 1A 3-5% 1313-82-2 215-211-5 016-009-00-8 REACH - Registration number according to article 20(3): 01-2119513694-38-0005 Classification hazard substance EC C Corrosive Xn Harmful N GHS classification EC Corrosive to metals Acute toxicity Skin corrosion Acute aquatic toxicity Serious eye damage Dangerous for the environment Category 1 Category 3 Category 1B Category 1 Category 1 R34 R22 R31 R50 H290 H301 H314 H400 H318 EUH031 EUH071 The text of the R-phrases is shown in section 16. The text of the H-phrases is shown in section 16. SECTION 4: First aid measures 4.1. Description of first aid measures General information In the case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately. After inhalation Move the victim to fresh air. Keep patient warm and at rest. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible). After contact with skin Take off contaminated clothing and shoes immediately. In case of contact, immediately flush skin with soap and plenty of water. Call a physician if irritation persists. Safety Data Sheet in accordance with Regulation (EU) No.453/2010 Optisul Black 4G liq Substance key: 000000 Version : 2 - 0 / EU Page 4(16) Revision Date: 22.05.2015 Date of printing : 08.02.2019 After contact with eyes In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. After ingestion IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth with water. Get medical attention immediately. 4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed Hazards The possible risks known are those derived from the labelling (see section 2). 4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed Treatment Treat symptomatically. SECTION 5: Firefighting measures 5.1. Extinguishing media Suitable extinguishing media all Extinguishing media that must not be used for safety reasons No restrictions 5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture Carbon oxides Nitrogen oxides (NOx) Sulphur oxides 5.3. Advice for firefighters Special protective equipment for firefighting Self-contained breathing apparatus Further information Not combustible. Cool closed containers exposed to fire with water spray. Remove from danger zone SECTION 6: Accidental release measures 6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures Wear personal protective equipment. Unprotected persons must be kept away. Stay upwind/ keep distance from source. 6.2. Environmental precautions The product should not be allowed to enter drains, water courses or the soil. 6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up Safety Data Sheet in accordance with Regulation (EU) No.453/2010 Optisul Black 4G liq Substance key: 000000 Version : 2 - 0 / EU Page 5(16) Revision Date: 22.05.2015 Date of printing : 08.02.2019 Soak up with inert absorbent material (e.g. sand, silica gel, acid binder, universal binder, sawdust). Dispose of absorbed material in accordance with the regulations. 6.4. Reference to other sections Additional information Information regarding Safe handling, see chapter 7. For personal protection see section 8. Information regarding Waste Disposal, see chapter 13. SECTION 7: Handling and storage 7.1. Precautions for safe handling Advice on safe handling Keep container tightly closed. If any hydrogen sulfide (H2S) is detected during use of the product, evacuate the workplace to a very well-ventilated area and call the Emergency Response Team. Hygiene measures Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas. Always work in a well-ventilated area; ensure that all packages and equipment where the dyes will be used are clean and free of contamination with undesired substances, particularly acids. Advice on protection against fire and explosion Keep away sources of ignition. 7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Advice on storage compatibility Store separately from acids and oxidizing products in order to minimize the risk of reaction in a possible leak. Further information on storage conditions Keep container tightly closed. Keep only in the original container in a cool, well-ventilated place. 7.3. Specific end use(s) No further recommendations. SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection 8.1. Control parameters Exposure limit values Exposure limit values are not available. DNEL/DMEL values DNEL/DMEL values are not available. Safety Data Sheet in accordance with Regulation (EU) No.453/2010 Page 6(16) Optisul Black 4G liq Substance key: 000000 Version : 2 - 0 / EU Revision Date: 22.05.2015 Date of printing : 08.02.2019 PNEC values PNEC values are not available. 8.2. Exposure controls General protective measures Observe the usual precautions for handling chemicals. Hand protection : Gloves (alkali-resistant) Take note of the information given by the producer concerning permeability and break through times, and of special workplace conditions (mechanical strain, duration of contact). Eye protection : Tightly fitting safety goggles Body protection : Alkali-resistant protective clothing SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties 9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties Physical state : liquid Form : Aqueous solution Colour : black Odour : yes pH value : 12 - 14 (20 °C) Melting point : not applicable Boiling point : approximately 100 °C Flash point : no flash point up to the boiling point Lower explosion limit : not applicable Upper explosive limit : not applicable Vapour pressure : not tested. Solubility in water : (20 °C) miscible Octanol/water partition coefficient (log Pow) : This property is not applicable for mixtures. Self-ignition temperature : The substance or mixture is not classified as pyrophoric. Thermal decomposition : not tested. Viscosity (dynamic) : 25 - 40 mPa.s (20 °C) 9.2. Other information Density : Further information Incompatible with acids. 1,4 g/cm3 (20 °C) Safety Data Sheet in accordance with Regulation (EU) No.453/2010 Page 7(16) Optisul Black 4G liq Substance key: 000000 Version : 2 - 0 / EU Revision Date: 22.05.2015 Date of printing : 08.02.2019 SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity 10.1. Reactivity See section 10.3. "Possibility of hazardous reactions" 10.2. Chemical stability Stable under normal conditions. 10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions With acids hydrogen sulphide is produced. 10.4. Conditions to avoid Incompatible with strong acids and oxidizing agents. 10.5. Incompatible materials See under section "Conditions to avoid" 10.6. Hazardous decomposition products When used and handled as intended, none. SECTION 11: Toxicological information 11.1. Information on toxicological effects Information related to the product itself: Acute oral toxicity : LD50 3.200 mg/kg (rat) Method : OECD Test Guideline 401 Irritant effect on skin : Corrosive (rabbit) Method : evaluation based on the high pH-value Irritant effect on eyes : Risk of serious damage to eyes. (rabbit) Method : evaluation based on the high pH-value Sensitization : not tested. Assessment of mutagenicity : No information available. Carcinogenicity : not tested. Developmental toxicity/teratogenicity : not tested. Assessment of teratogenicity : No information available. Specific target organ toxicity (STOT) - single exposure : not tested. Specific target organ toxicity (STOT) - repeated exposure : not tested. Information related to the component: Sodium sulphide Safety Data Sheet in accordance with Regulation (EU) No.453/2010 Page 8(16) Optisul Black 4G liq Substance key: 000000 Version : 2 - 0 / EU Revision Date: 22.05.2015 Date of printing : 08.02.2019 Acute oral toxicity : Acute toxicity estimate 100 mg/kg Method : Converted acute toxicity point estimate LD50 254 mg/kg (rat) Method : OECD Test Guideline 401 Acute dermal toxicity : Study not performed as the substance is corrosive. Acute inhalation toxicity : not applicable Irritant effect on skin : Corrosive Based on pH Irritant effect on eyes : Corrosive Based on pH Sensitization : Study not performed as the substance is corrosive. Repeated dose toxicity: Repeated Dose Toxicity (subchronic study) Route of application: Oral The study is not necessary from a scientific perspective. Repeated Dose Toxicity (subchronic study) Route of application: Inhalation NOAEL: 14 mg/m3 (Exposure time : 90 d, Frequency of treatment: 6 h/day, 5 days/week, Dose: 10 - 30 - 80 ppm, rat, male and female) Method : Other Source : literature Information relate to hydrogen sulfide. Repeated Dose Toxicity (subchronic study) Route of application: Dermal The study is not necessary from a scientific perspective. Genetic toxicity in vivo : Micronucleus test mouse ( NMRI, male and female) intraperitoneal 30 h 24 - 48 - 96,1 mg/kg Bone marrow cells Method : OECD Test Guideline 474 Source : literature negative Genetic toxicity in vitro : Test type : Ames test Test system : Salmonella typhimurium Concentration : 4 - 5000 µg/plate Metabolic activation : with and without Result : negative Method : OECD Test Guideline 471 Source : European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) Test type : Mouse lymphoma assay Test system : Mouse cells Concentration : 50 - 781 µg/ml Metabolic activation : with and without Result : negative Method : OECD Test Guideline 476 Source : European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) Assessment of mutagenicity : It is concluded that the product is not mutagenic based on evaluation of several mutagenicity tests. Carcinogenicity : From scientific point of view the study is not necessary. Safety Data Sheet in accordance with Regulation (EU) No.453/2010 Page 9(16) Optisul Black 4G liq Substance key: 000000 Version : 2 - 0 / EU Revision Date: 22.05.2015 Date of printing : 08.02.2019 Assessment of carcinogenicity : Carcinogenicity classification not possible from current data. Developmental toxicity/teratogenicity : Route of application: Inhalation NOAEL: 80 ppm (Frequency of treatment: 6 h/day, 7 days/week, Dose: 10 - 30 - 80 ppm, rat, male and female) NOAEL (maternal): 80 ppm (Frequency of treatment: 6 h/day, 7 days/week, Dose: 10 - 30 - 80 ppm, rat, male and female) Method : Other Source : literature Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) Toxicity to reproduction/fertility : One generation study NOAEL parent: 80 ppm (Frequency of treatment: 6 h/day, 7 days/week, Pre-mating exposure period, male: 14 d, Premating exposure period, female: 14 d, Dose: 10 - 30 - 80 ppm, rat, male and female) NOAEL F1: 80 ppm (Frequency of treatment: 6 h/day, 7 days/week, Pre-mating exposure period, male: 14 d, Premating exposure period, female: 14 d, Dose: 10 - 30 - 80 ppm, rat, male and female) Method : OECD 421 Source : literature Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) Assessment of toxicity to reproduction : No reproductive toxicity to be expected. Assessment of teratogenicity : No teratogenic effects to be expected. Specific target organ toxicity (STOT) - single exposure : Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. Specific target organ toxicity (STOT) - repeated exposure : Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. Aspiration hazard : no data available Remarks Poisoning affects the central nervous system SECTION 12: Ecological information 12.1. Toxicity Information related to the product itself: Fish toxicity : LC50 401 mg/l (48 h, Oncorhynchus mykiss (rainbow trout)) Method : ETAD method LC100 580 mg/l (48 h, Oncorhynchus mykiss (rainbow trout)) Method : ETAD method Fish toxicity (chronic) : not available Daphnia toxicity (chronic) : not available Safety Data Sheet in accordance with Regulation (EU) No.453/2010 Page 10(16) Optisul Black 4G liq Substance key: 000000 Version : 2 - 0 / EU Revision Date: 22.05.2015 Date of printing : 08.02.2019 Algae toxicity : IC50 > 50 mg/l (72 h, Scenedesmus subspicatus 86.81 sag. green algae) Method : OECD Test Guideline 201 Bacteria toxicity : IC50 > 100 mg/l (activated sludge) Method : ETAD method 103 Sediment toxicity : not available Information related to the component: Sodium sulphide Fish toxicity : LC50 0,0027 mg/l (96 h) Method : OECD Test Guideline 203 Source : literature Fish toxicity (chronic) : NOEC >= 0,0092 mg/l (28 d, Lepomis macrochirus (Bluegill sunfish)) Analytical monitoring : yes Method : Other Source : literature LOEC > 0,0092 mg/l (28 d, Lepomis macrochirus (Bluegill sunfish)) Analytical monitoring : yes Method : Other Source : literature Daphnia toxicity : LC50 0,032 - 0,085 mg/l (96 h, Penaeus indicus) Method : EPA Source : literature Daphnia toxicity (chronic) : LOEC 32 mg/l (28 d, Scapharca inaequivalvis) Analytical monitoring : no data available Method : Other Source : literature Algae toxicity : NOEC (Growth rate) 0,77 mg/l (4 h, Skeletonema costatum) Method : OECD Test Guideline 201 Source : literature LOEC (Growth rate) 1,6 mg/l (4 h, Skeletonema costatum) Method : OECD Test Guideline 201 Source : literature EC50 (Growth rate) 1,5 mg/l (4 h, Skeletonema costatum) Method : OECD Test Guideline 201 Source : literature Bacteria toxicity : EC50 14 mg/l (72 h, Entosiphon sulcatum) Method : Other Source : literature Toxicity to soil-dwelling organisms : not applicable Toxicity to terrestrial plants : not applicable Toxicity to other environmentally relevant organisms : (other avian) not applicable Safety Data Sheet in accordance with Regulation (EU) No.453/2010 Page 11(16) Optisul Black 4G liq Substance key: 000000 Version : 2 - 0 / EU Sediment toxicity : Revision Date: 22.05.2015 Date of printing : 08.02.2019 Lytechinus pictus Type of sediment : Natural sediment Total exposure duration : 49 d NOEC 1,1 mg/l Basis of effect : mortality Method : Other Source : literature Lytechinus pictus Type of sediment : Natural sediment Total exposure duration : 49 d LOEC 3,1 mg/l Basis of effect : mortality Method : Other Source : literature 12.2. Persistence and degradability Information related to the product itself: Biodegradability : 100 % (14 d, TOC) elimination via adsorption Method : OECD Test Guideline 302B Chemical oxygen demand (COD) : 417 mg/g Method : standard methods APHA 508 Biochemical oxygen demand (BOD5) : 19 mg/g Method : standard methods APHA 507 5d Information related to the component: Sodium sulphide Physico-chemical eliminability : not applicable Photodegradation : air not applicable water not applicable Soil not applicable Biodegradability : Inorganic product, cannot be eliminated from the water by biological purification processes. Chemical oxygen demand (COD) : not available Biochemical oxygen demand (BOD5) : not available 12.3. Bioaccumulative potential Information related to the product itself: Safety Data Sheet in accordance with Regulation (EU) No.453/2010 Page 12(16) Optisul Black 4G liq Substance key: 000000 Version : 2 - 0 / EU Bioaccumulation: Revision Date: 22.05.2015 Date of printing : 08.02.2019 not tested. Information related to the component: Sodium sulphide Bioaccumulation: Accumulation in aquatic organisms is unlikely. 12.4. Mobility in soil Information related to the product itself: Behaviour in environmental compartments no data available Information related to the component: Sodium sulphide Transport and distribution between environmental compartments : adsorption not applicable Behaviour in environmental compartments not available 12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment Information related to the product itself: no data available Information related to the component: Sodium sulphide Not relevant for inorganic substances 12.6. Other adverse effects Information related to the product itself: Additional ecotoxicological remarks Product does not contain any organic bound Halogens which could lead to AOX-values. Information related to the component: Sodium sulphide Additional ecotoxicological remarks The product should not be allowed to enter drains, water courses or the soil. SECTION 13: Disposal considerations 13.1. Waste treatment methods Product Reuse according to instructions of the plant manager or ask supplier. Residual chemical should be subjected to waste management, using an approved waste disposal contractor, in compliance with EC regulations 91/156/EEC; 91/689/EEC; 94/62/EC and subsequent amendments Safety Data Sheet in accordance with Regulation (EU) No.453/2010 Page 13(16) Optisul Black 4G liq Substance key: 000000 Version : 2 - 0 / EU Revision Date: 22.05.2015 Date of printing : 08.02.2019 Uncleaned packaging Consider recycling. Packaging that cannot be cleaned should be disposed of as product waste In case of disposal, the chemical elements contained in the preparation have to be considered. Dispose of in accordance with local regulations. Composition C; H; N; O; S SECTION 14: Transport information Section 14.1. to 14.5. ADR UN no. Proper shipping name: Hazard inducer(s): Class: Primary risk: Packing group: Hazard no. : Remarks ADN UN no. Proper shipping name: Hazard inducer(s): Class: Primary risk: Packing group: Remarks UN 2801 Dye, liquid, corrosive, n.o.s., mixture contains: sodium sulphide SODIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION 8 8 III 80 Shipment permitted UN 2801 Dye, liquid, corrosive, n.o.s., mixture contains: sodium sulphide SODIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION 8 8 III Shipment permitted RID UN no. Proper shipping name: Hazard inducer(s): Class: Primary risk: Packing group: Hazard no. : Remarks UN 2801 Dye, liquid, corrosive, n.o.s., mixture contains: sodium sulphide SODIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION 8 8 III 80 Shipment permitted Safety Data Sheet in accordance with Regulation (EU) No.453/2010 Page 14(16) Optisul Black 4G liq Substance key: 000000 Version : 2 - 0 / EU IATA UN no. Proper shipping name: Hazard inducer(s): Class: Primary risk: Packing group: Remarks IMDG UN no. Proper shipping name: Hazard inducer(s): Class: Primary risk: Packing group: Remarks EmS : Revision Date: 22.05.2015 Date of printing : 08.02.2019 UN 2801 Dye, liquid, corrosive, n.o.s., mixture contains: sodium sulphide SODIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION 8 8 III Shipment permitted UN 2801 Dye, liquid, corrosive, n.o.s., mixture contains: sodium sulphide SODIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION 8 8 III Shipment permitted F-A S-B 14.6. Special precautions for user See sections 6 to 8 of this Safety Data Sheet. 14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL73/78 and the IBC Code (International Bulk Chemicals Code) No transport as bulk according IBC - Code. SECTION 15: Regulatory information 15.1. Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture Other regulations Apart from the data/regulations specified in this chapter, no further information is available concerning safety, health and environmental protection. 15.2. Chemical safety assessment No Chemical Safety Assessment (CSA) is yet available for the substance, or for the component substances, contained in this product. SECTION 16: Other information Safety Data Sheet in accordance with Regulation (EU) No.453/2010 Page 15(16) Optisul Black 4G liq Substance key: 000000 Version : 2 - 0 / EU Revision Date: 22.05.2015 Date of printing : 08.02.2019 Text of the R-phrases assigned to the ingredients/components mentioned in section 3 : R22 R31 R34 R35 R50 Harmful if swallowed. Contact with acids liberates toxic gas. Causes burns. Causes severe burns. Very toxic to aquatic organisms. List of the text of the hazard statements mentioned section 3 (H-phrases) : EUH031 EUH071 H290 H301 H314 H318 H400 Contact with acids liberates toxic gas. Corrosive to the respiratory tract. May be corrosive to metals. Toxic if swallowed. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Causes serious eye damage. Very toxic to aquatic life. Legend ADN ADR AOX CAS DMEL DNEL EC50 GHS IATA IMDG LC50 LD50 MARPOL NOAEC NOAEL NOEC OEL PBT PEC PNEC REACH RID SVHC vPvB European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Inland Waterways European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road Adsorbable organic bound halogens Chemical Abstracts Service Derived Minimal Effect Level (genotoxic substances) Derived No Effect Level Half maximal effective concentration Globally Harmonized System International Air Transport Association International Maritime Dangerous Goods Lethal Concentration 50% Lethal Dose 50% International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution From Ships No Observed Adverse Effect Concentration No Observed Adverse Effect Level Non Observed Effect Concentration Occupational Exposure Limit Persistent, Bioaccumulative, Toxic Predicted Environmental Concentration Predicted No Effect Concentration Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals International Rule for Transport of Dangerous Substances by Railway Substances of Very High Concern very Persistent and very Bioaccumulative This information corresponds to the present state of our knowledge and is intended as a general description of our products and their possible applications. Archroma makes no warranties, express or implied, as to the information's accuracy, adequacy, sufficiency or freedom from defect and assumes no liability in connection with any use of this information. Any user of this product is responsible for determining the suitability of Archroma's products for its particular application. Nothing included in this information waives any of Archroma's General Terms and Conditions of Sale, which control unless it Safety Data Sheet in accordance with Regulation (EU) No.453/2010 Optisul Black 4G liq Substance key: 000000 Version : 2 - 0 / EU Page 16(16) Revision Date: 22.05.2015 Date of printing : 08.02.2019 agrees otherwise in writing. Any existing intellectual/industrial property rights must be observed. Due to possible changes in our products and applicable national and international regulations and laws, the status of our products could change. Material Safety Data Sheets providing safety precautions, that should be observed when handling or storing Archroma products, are available upon request and are provided in compliance with applicable law. You should obtain and review the applicable Material Safety Data Sheet information before handling any of these products. For additional information, please contact Archroma.