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Batik Fixer

Health and Safety Data Sheet – Revised 10/01/2023

1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING

Product Name         Soda Ash/Procion Dye Fixer/Batik Dye Fixer                                            
Company NameColourcraft Colours & Adhesives Ltd
Unit 5
555 Carlisle Street
Sheffield
S4 8DT
Telephone0114 242 1431
Fax0114 243 4844
Emergency0114 242 1431

2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Sodium carbonate blends for textile use.

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Most Important HazardsIrritating to the eyes
Specific HazardsThis product does not present any specific hazard in normal use.      

4. FIRST-AID MEASURES

InhalationIn case of accidental inhalation remove affected person to fresh air. Obtain medical attention if necessary.
Skin ContactWash skin with soap and plenty of water.         
Eye Contact Irrigate with water for at least ten minutes occasionally lifting lower and upper lids. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
IngestionWash out mouth with water. Give water to drink. Do not induce vomiting.

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

Fire Extinguishing Media  Suitable: All extinguishing products are suitable.    
Unsuitable: None
Personal Protection           Wear self contained breathing apparatus.
Wear protective clothing.                                             

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURE

Personal Precautions        Refer to section 8 of HSDS for personal protection details.
Environmental Precautions Do not let product enter water courses.                                                                                                                 
Cleaning Measures Sweep up and shovel into a plastic bag. Wash spillage area with plenty of water.

7. HANDLING & STORAGE

Handling RequirementsAvoid Dust Generation. Use in a well ventilated area.
Storage ConditionsKeep in cool, dry conditions – non humid.
Do not store together with acids – corrosive to metals – (aluminium and zinc). Keep container tightly closed and out of reach of young children.
Suitable PackagingKeep in original packaging.
Additional InformationHandle in accordance with good standards of hygiene and safety practices.                                                                       

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

InhalationRespiratory protection with filter R2 is recommended.
Hand ProtectionWear protective gloves.
Eye Protection        Wear safety glasses or goggles.
Skin Protection
Working clothes.

9. PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

AppearanceWhite PowderExplosive PropertiesN/A
Odour            OdourlessOxidising PropertiesN/A
pH      11.4 @ 25°C  Vapour PressureN/A
Boiling point/range16000°CRelative DensityN/A
Melting point/range851Bulk Density  N/A
Flash PointN/APartition CoefficientN/A
FlammabilityN/AOther Data   
Auto Flammability  N/A
SolubilityWater: 25g/100ml H20 @ 25°CFat: N/A  Solvents:  N/A

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Conditions to Avoid     Reacts strongly with acids. Contact with lime and moisture, caustic soda. Must not be subjected to water.
Materials to Avoid  Aluminium and Zinc
Hazards Decomposition Products   Toxic Fumes of Na2O

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Acute Oral LD50     
Inhalation
Skin Irritation
Eye irritation

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

GeneralProduct is readily biodegradable.
Do not allow to contaminate water courses.

13. DISPOSAL

 Unused Material     Dispose of small quantities as household waste but in accordance with any regional and national regulations.
Packaging In accordance with any regional and national regulations.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

This product is not classified as hazardous under United Nations Transport Recommendations.             

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

Warning Symbols    Xn Irritant
Warning Words
Risk PhrasesR36 Irritating eyes.
Safety PhrasesR22 Do not breathe dust.
S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.         

Note

The regulatory information given above only indicates the principle regulations specifically applicable to the product described in the safety data sheet. The user’s attention is drawn to the possible existence of additional provisions which complete these regulations. Refer to all applicable national, international and local regulations or provisions.

16. OTHER INFORMATION

Legal Disclaimer

The information contained in this data is accurate to the best of our knowledge and is intended to describe our products from the point of view of Health and Safety requirements. It should not, therefore, be construed as guaranteeing any specific properties. Colourcraft C & A Ltd shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product.         

Abbreviations         

N/A = Not Applicable1N/K = Not Known             N/D = Not determined
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