1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
Please read this information carefully. Please remember that the advice is based on supply of industrial quantities of Urea. It is therefore recommended that this be taken into account when undertaking risk assessment in the context of significantly lower levels of exposure for this or any other product.
Product Name
Urea
Company Name
Colourcraft Colours & Adhesives Ltd Unit 5 555 Carlisle Street East Sheffield S4 8DT3
Telephone
0114 242 1431
Fax
0114 243 4844
Emergency
0114 242 1431
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Carbamide
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Most Important Hazards
None. Not considered hazardous under normal conditions of use.
Specific Hazards
This product does not present any specific risk.
4. FIRST-AID MEASURES
General
Inhalation
In the unlikely event of symptoms remove person to fresh air.
Skin Contact
Large quantities may cause skin irritation (Salt Effect). Wash skin with soap and water. Cover dry or irritated skin prior to use.
Eye Contact
Irrigate with water for 10 minutes keeping eyelids open. Obtain medical attention if irritation persists.
Ingestion
Ingestion of large quantities – Wash out mouth. Give no more than 1 cup of water to drink for adults/half a cup for children. If large amounts are ingested may cause digestive tract irritation with accompanying nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea.
Refer to section 8 of the HSDS for personal protection details.
Environmental Precautions
Large spills – do not allow to contaminate water courses.
Cleaning Measures
Large spills – place the spilled solid in a suitable container for intended use or disposal. Large spills – prevent from entering sewers, water courses, wells, etc.
7. HANDLING & STORAGE
Handling Requirements
Care should be taken to prevent generation and breathing of dust, aerosol, mist or droplets.
Storage Conditions
Keep container closed and out of the reach of young children. Keep product dry.
Suitable Packaging
Keep in original packaging.
Additional Information
Handle in accordance with good standards of hygiene and safety practices.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Respiratory
Wear appropriate respiratory protection for dust/mist when ventilation is inadequate.
Hand Protection
Protective gloves are recommended.
Eye Protection
Safety goggles or glasses are recommended.
Skin Protection
Working clothes.
9. PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance
Granular solid
Explosive Properties
Odour
Slight
Oxidising Properties
pH
8 (10% Soln/Water)
Vapour Pressure
0.08kPa
Boiling point/range
Decomposes at 135°C
Relative Density
N/A
Melting point/range
132-7°C (270-9°C)
Bulk Density
Loose: 721-770kg/m³, 45-48 lbs/ft³
Flash Point
N/A
22
Bulk : Tapped 800-802kg/m³
Partition Coefficient
N/A
Other Data
Flammability
Non Flammable
Auto Flammability
N/A
Solubility
Water: Soluble
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability
Stable.
Conditions to Avoid
None.
Materials to Avoid
Reactive with halogens.
Hazards Decomposition Products
Corrosive to mild steel. Slightly corrosive to aluminium, Zinc or Copper.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute Oral LD50
14300 (mg/kg)
Skin Irritation
Possible slight irritation with prolonged use.
Eye irritation
Possible slight irritation.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
General
Non-Toxic. Do not allow to enter water courses.
13. DISPOSAL
Unused Material
Dispose of 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 for transport under United Nations transport recommendations.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Warning Symbols
None.
Warning Words
None.
Risk Phrases
None.
Safety Phrases
None.
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
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. We recommend persons suffering from asthma or respiratory problems or in the event of previous sensitivity to any art, dye or household products, should consult a physician before participating in art and craft activities. Children should be supervised.
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.
