1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
Product Name
Lustre Powders
Company Name
Colourcraft Colours & Adhesives Ltd Unit 5 555 Carlisle Street East Sheffield S4 8DT
Telephone
0114 242 1431
Fax
0114 243 4844
Emergency
0114 242 1431
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Inorganic solid.
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Most Important Hazards
None – this product is not classified as hazardous.
Specific Hazards
This product does not present any specific risk.
4. FIRST-AID MEASURES
Inhalation
None volatile but if distress is felt, remove affected person to fresh air.
Skin Contact
Wash thoroughly with soap and water.
Eye Contact
Irrigate with water for at least 10 minutes. Should irritation occur, seek medical advice.
Ingestion
Wash out mouth thoroughly with water, give water to drink. In the unlikely event of sensitivity, seek medical advice.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES.
Product is not considered a fire hazard.
Fire Extinguishing Media
Suitable: Water spray, foam, dry powder or carbon dioxide.
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
Carefully sweep up. Transfer to suitable container for disposal. Wash sight of spillage with detergent and water.
7. HANDLING & STORAGE
Handling Requirements
No special precautions necessary.
Storage Conditions
Store at room temperature (15 to 25°C). Keep container closed and protected from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep container out of the reach of young children.
Suitable Packaging
Keep in original packaging.
Additional Information
Handle in accordance with good standards of hygiene and safety practices.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
General
None volatile but as appropriate to the situation and the quantity handled.
Inhalation
Dust masks when dusts are generated.
Hand Protection
None under normal usage conditions.
Eye Protection
None under normal usage conditions.
Skin Protection
Working clothes.
9. PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance
Powder
Explosive Properties
N/A
Odour
Odourless
Oxidising Properties
N/A
pH
3-6 as slurry
Vapour Pressure
N/A
Boiling point/range
N/D
Relative Density
N/A
Melting point/range
>800°C
Bulk Density
N/A
Flash Point
N/A
Partition Coefficient
N/A
Flammability
N/A
Other Data
Auto Flammability
N/A
Solubility
Water: Miscible
Fat: 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
No irritant effect determinable.
Skin Irritation
No hazard expected after contact with small quantities.
Eye irritation
No hazard expected after contact with small quantities.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
General
No environmental hazard is anticipated provided that the material is handled and disposed of with due care and attention.
13. DISPOSAL
Unused Material
Dispose of as household waste but in accordance with and regional and national regulations.
Packaging
In accordance with any regional or national regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Shipping Name
This 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
UK Exposure limits
8 hour TWA – Dusts (COSHH limits)
Total Inhalable Dust
10mg/m3
Respiable Dust
4mg/m3
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Legal Disclaimer
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.
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.
Care
Care should always be taken to avoid inhalation of fine powders whether these are dyes, other chemicals, flour or even icing sugar, particularly when used extensively. Persons suffering from asthma or anyother respiratory problems should not handle synthetic or natural dyes. In the event of previous sensitivityto any art, dye or household products, we recommend consulting a physician before using art and craft products including the above. Children should be supervised.
