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Liquid Batik Dyes

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

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

Product NameLiquid Batik Dyes
Company NameColourcraft Colours & Adhesives Ltd
Unit 5
555 Carlisle Street East
Sheffield
S4 8DT
Telephone 0114 242 1431
Fax0114 243 4844
Emergency0114 242 1431

2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Reactive Dyestuffs 5 – 15%

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Most Important HazardsNo Hazardous components according to EEC Directive.
Specific Hazards

4. FIRST-AID MEASURES

Inhalation     Unlikely route of exposure. If symptoms due to inhalation are observed, remove person to fresh air.
Skin ContactWash thoroughly with soap and water.                   
Eye Contact Irrigate immediately with water for at least 10 minutes. Should irritation occur, seek medical advice.
IngestionWash out mouth thoroughly with plenty of water, give water to drink. Do not induce vomiting. In the event of sensitivity, seek medical advice.

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

Product is not considered a fire hazard.
Fire Extinguishing MediaSuitable: Water-spray, foam, carbon dioxide.
Unsuitable: None.
Personal Protection Wear self contained breathing apparatus. Wear protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURE

Personal Precautions        Refer to section 8 of HSDS for personal protection details.
Environmental Precautions Do not allow to contaminate water courses.                                                                                                                  
Cleaning Measures Absorb material with sand or inert material. Clean up contaminated area with soap and water.

7. HANDLING & STORAGE

Handling RequirementsAvoid ingestion, inhalation, skin and eye contact. Ensure a good standard of general ventilation in the work place.
Storage ConditionsKeep container tightly closed and out of the 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

RespiratoryThe use of a mask is recommended particularly during prolonged use. Do not breathe vapour/spray.
Hand ProtectionAvoid contact with skin. Wear suitable gloves.
Eye Protection        Avoid contact with eyes. Wear suitable glasses/goggles.
Skin ProtectionWorking clothes.

9. PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

AppearanceColoured liquidExplosive PropertiesN/A
Odour            None  Oxidising PropertiesN/A
pH      6.0 – 7.5Vapour Pressure     N/A
Boiling point/range100°C Relative Density13
Melting point/rangeN/ABulk Density  N/A
Flash Point4N/APartition CoefficientN/A
FlammabilityN/AOther Data28
Auto Flammability  N/A3029
SolubilityWater: N/AFat: N/A  Solvents: N/A  

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Conditions to Avoid     None
Materials to Avoid  None
Hazards Decomposition Products   None

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Acute Oral LD50>2000mg/kg
Skin Irritation          Non-irritant.
Eye irritationNon-irritant.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

General         Use according to proper working procedures which minimise waste.  Do not allow to contaminate water courses.

13. DISPOSAL

Unused MaterialDisposal of in accordance with any regional or national regulations.
PackagingIn accordance with any regional or national regulations.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Shipping NameThis product is not classified as hazardous for transport under United Nations Transport Recommendations.
UN Number
Hazard Class
ADR/RID
Symbol
Packaging Group
IATA/DGR Limits 

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

General Information           Contains reactive dyestuffs.

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

Uses and RestrictionsTextile Dyestuffs.
Revisions HighlightedCare should always be taken to avoid inhalation. In the unlikely event of sensitivity, consult a physician and cease all contact with the dyes immediately. No sensitisation whilst using Liquid Batik Dyes has been observed.

All dyes supplied by Colourcraft C & A Limited have been approved as safe for use and none are subject to either the German Ordinance or the 19th Amendment of the Council Directive 76/769/EEC banning the use of certain azo dyes.  They do not contain any dissolvable heavy metals and are, therefore, non toxic.

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 ApplicableN/K = Not Known N/D = Not Determined
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