ANTIMONY POTASSIUM TARTRATE

Material Safety Datasheet CAS No 28300-74-5
Date Issued: 2008/08/14
ANTIMONY POTASSIUM TARTRATE
Company Details

Name Protea Chemicals - Cape Emergency Tel 082-490-5011
Address 54 Killarney Avenue Tel 021-550-8100
Killarney Gardens Fax 021-550-8180
Milnerton 7441
Email: rfyfe@proteachemicals.co.za

1.Product and Company Identification

Trade / Commercial Name ANTIMONY POTASSIUM TARTRATE
Chemical Name Antimony potassium tartrate
Formula C8H16K2O18Sb2
Chemical Family
Synonyms Tartar Emetic, Potassium antimony tartrate
Un No 1551 Hazchem Code 2x
ERG No 151 EAC 53

2. Composition

Hazardous Components Antimony potassium tartrate

3. Hazards Identification

Poison
Poisonous if swallowed.
Inhalation of dust poisonous.
Fire could produce irritating or poisonous gases.
Runoff from fire-control or dilution water could cause pollution.

4. First Aid Measures

First Aid Skin Immediately remove contaminated clothing, including shoes.
Flush body with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
First Aid Eyes Flush eyes with water for 15 minutes.
Hold eyelids open while washing.
First Aid Ingested Not applicable.
First Aid Inhalation IMMEDIATELY remove to fresh air.

5. Fire Fighting Measures

SMALL FIRES: Dry chemical, CO2, Halon, water spray or standard foam.
LARGE FIRES: Water spray, fog or standard foam is recommended.
Move container from fire area if you can do it without risk.
Keep unnecessary people away; isolate hazard area and deny entry.
Stay upwind; keep out of low areas.
Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and structural firefighter's
protective clothing will provide limited protection.

6. Accidental Release Measures

Full protective clothing including breathing apparatus
Contain (avoid spillage from entering drains or water courses)
PRECAUTIONS:
Restrict access to area.
Provide adequate protective equipment and ventilation.
Remove sources of heat and flame.
Notify occupational and environmental authorities.
SPILL OR LEAK:
Do not touch spilled material.
Stop leak if you can do it without risk.
SMALL SPILLS:
Takeup with sand or other noncombustible absorbent material
and place into containers for later disposal.
SMALL DRY SPILLS: With clean shovel place material into clean,
dry container and cover; move container from spill area.
LARGE SPILLS:
Dike far ahead of liquid spill for later disposal.

7. Handling And Storage

Separation of at least 3M from the following classes is recommended.
Corrosives
Fire separation of at least 5M or 4Hr fire resistant wall
from the following classes is recommended.
Flammable Gases Flammable Liquids
Flammable Solids Spontaneously Combustibles
Dangerous When Wet Oxidizing Agents
Storage in the same room or space is prohibited with the following classes:
The rooms or spaces should be at least 10M apart.
Explosives Organic Peroxides

8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Occupational Exposure Limits T W A OEL-RL SHORT TERM OEL-RL
-------------------- --------------------
PPMa) MG/M3b) PPMa) MG/M3b)
--------- --------- --------- ---------
- 0.5 - -
Controls The control measures appropriate for a particular worksite depend
on how this material is used and on the extent of exposure.
The best protection is to enclose operations and/or provide
local exhaust ventilation at the site of chemical release.
Use a non-sparking, grounded ventilation system separate from other
exhaust ventilation systems. Exhaust directly to the outside.
Supply sufficient replacement air to make up for air removed.
Have a safety shower/eye wash fountain readily available in the immediate work area
Personal Protection If engineering controls and work practices are not effective in
controlling this material, then wear suitable personal protection
equipment, including chemical safety goggles & face shield, boots,
imperious gloves, coveralls, & respiratory protection.
Have appropriate equipment available for use in emergencies.

9. Physical & Chemical Properties

Colourless crystals or white powder.
Melting Point: -H2O @ 100 oC
Density: 2.607

10. Stability And Reactivity

Conditions to Avoid
Incompatible Materials Reacts With: (Sb+++ and hot HCIO3) causes an explosive mixture.
Other

11. Toxicological Information


12. Ecological Information

No ecological problems are expected when the product is handled and used with due care.

13. Disposal Considerations

Disposal Method Product There are no uniform EC regulations for the disposal of chemicals or residues.
Chemical residues generally count as special waste.
The disposal of the latter is regulated in the EC member countries through corresponding laws and regulations.
We recommend that you contact the authorities in charge or approved
waste disposal companies which will advise you on how to dispose of special waste.
Disposal Method Packaging Disposal in accordance with local legal provisions.

14. Transport Information

UN No 1551 Hazchem Code 2x
ERG No 151 EAC 53
IMDG-Shipping Name ANTIMONY POTASSIUM TARTRATE
IMDG Code 6.1 IMDG-Packaging Group III
Marine Pollutant Yes
Class Class: 6.1 Poison Group: III
Subsidiary Risks None

15. Regulatory Information

EEC Hazard Classification 6.1
Risk Phases Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed
Safety Phases Keep out of reach of children
Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs
National Legislation

16. Other Information

Reason for Alteration: General update.

The information contained herein is based on the present state of our knowledge.
It characterizes the product with regard to the appropriate safety precautions.
It does not represent a guarantee of the properness of the product.

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All information is given in good faith but without guarantee in respect of accuracy & no responsibility is accepted for errors or omissions or the consequences thereof.