Health and Safety Data Sheets – Revised 10/01/2023
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
Product Name
Procion MX Fabric Dyes
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
Procion MX Fabric Dyes.
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Most Important Hazards
Contains No Hazardous components according to EEC Directive (2002/61/EC)
Specific Hazards
Very rare cases of respiratory sensitisation have been reported with prolonged and extensive use of reactive class dyestuffs in industry of which Procion is one type.
4. FIRST-AID MEASURES
Inhalation
In the unlikely event of symptoms due to inhalation remove person to fresh air. If patient is unwell, seek medical advice.
Skin Contact
Wash thoroughly with soap and water. In the unlikely event of sensitivity, seek medical advice.
Eye Contact
Irrigate copiously with plenty of water for at least 10 minutes. Should irritation occur, seek medical advice.
Ingestion
Wash out mouth thoroughly with plenty of water. Give plenty of water to drink. Do not induce vomiting. In the event of sensitivity, seek medical advice.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Fire Extinguishing Media
Unsuitable: None. Suitable: Water-spray, Foam.
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
Powder – Sweep up. Solution – Absorb with kitchen roll. Solution – Large quantities – Absorb material with sand or inert material. Clean up area with soap and water.
7. HANDLING & STORAGE
Handling Requirements
Avoid ingestion, inhalation, skin and eye contact. Ensure a good standard of general ventilation in the work-place.
Storage Conditions
Keep container tightly closed and out of 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
All dyes can stain – wear protective clothing.
Respiratory
Wear a suitable mask with particle filter. Aerosol mist or droplets during handling shouldbe prevented.
Hand Protection
Wear suitable disposable gloves to avoid staining.
Eye Protection
Wear safety goggles.
Skin Protection
Working clothes.
9. PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance
De-dusted powder
Explosive Properties
N/A
Odour
None
Oxidising Properties
N/A
pH
6.5 @ 10g/L
Vapour Pressure
N/A
Boiling point/range
N/A
Relative Density
650 kg/m3
Melting point/range
N/A
Bulk Density
N/A
Flash Point
N/A
Partition Coefficient
N/A
Flammability
N/A
Other Data
Auto Flammability
N/A
Solubility
Water: 30g/Litre at 30°C
Fat: N/A
Solvents: N/A
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Conditions to Avoid
None
Materials to Avoid
None
Hazards Decomposition Products
None – Avoid damp conditions as this can adversely affect the effectiveness of the dyes.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute Oral LD50
>2000mg/kg
Skin Irritation
Non irritant EC83
Eye irritation
Non irritant EC83
Respiratory
Very rare cases of respiratory sensitisation have been reported with prolonged and extensive use with reactive class dyestuffs.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
General
Use according to proper working procedures which minimise waste. Soluble in water.
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
Shipping Name
This product is not classified as hazardous for transport under United Nations Transport Recommendations.
UN Number Hazard Class – None ADR/RID Symbol Packaging Group IATA/DGR Limits
None
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
General Information
This product is not classified as hazardous for supply/use.
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
All dyes supplied by Colourcraft C & A Limited have been approved as safe for use – they do not containany dissolvable heavy metals and are compliant with the 5th amendment of the German Consumer Goods Ordinance April 18 1997 (re-published on December 23 1997 and the 6th amendment of 8 March 2000) end theEC Directive 2002/61/EC. Also, no banned amines are generated following azo bond cleavage from any azo dyes.
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 sensitivity to any art, craft, dye or household products, we recommend consulting a physician before participating in art and craft activities. Children should use under adult supervision.
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.
