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General Information
Revision date
2017-06-27
Product name
ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S. (contains copper(II) oxide)
Product Synonyms
S GHS AUS EN
Chemical name
copper(II) oxide
CAS No.
1344-70-3
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
soil, as an optical glass polishing agent, to impart flux and abrasion resistance to glass fibres, pyrotechnic compositions, fungicide, trace mineral in animal feeds and as a catalyst in organic reactions. Other uses include copper chrome arsenate manufacture (perma pinewood preservatives), production of friction materials for brakes and clutches, production of ferrites for the electronic industry, manufacture of fungicides, and as a component in air-bag safety systems in motor vehicles
Emergency telephone
61 (0)418 237 771
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Company Information
company name
ALPHA CHEMICALS PTY LTD
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
shane@alphachem.com.au
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H302, H315, H319, H332, H335, H373, H410
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H302
Harmful if swallowed
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL. DANGEROUS GOODS. According to the WHS Regulations and the ADG Code. CHEMWATCH HAZARD RATINGS Min Max Flammability 0 Toxicity 2 0 = Minimum Body Contact 2 1 = Low 2 = Moderate Reactivity 0 3 = High Chronic 2 4 = Extreme Poisons Schedule S6 Acute Toxicity (Oral) Category 4, Acute Toxicity (Inhalation) Category 4, Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2, Chronic Aquatic Hazard Category 1, [1] Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure Category 3 (respiratory tract irritation), Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure Category 2, Acute Aquatic Hazard Category 1, Eye Irritation Category 2A Legend: 1. Classified by Chemwatch; 2. Classification drawn from HCIS; 3. Classification drawn from Regulation (EU) No 1272/2008 - Annex VI
Signal word
WARNING
Hazard statements
H302 Harmful if swallowed. H332 Harmful if inhaled. H315 Causes skin irritation. H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. H335 May cause respiratory irritation. H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
Prevention
P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Response
P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P337+P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. P391 Collect spillage. P301+P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P330 Rinse mouth.
Storage
P405 Store locked up. P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations.
