Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
409-21-2
Name of the chemical
Silicon carbide
Concentration
1-30
EC/CAS
7440-50-8
Name of the chemical
Copper
Concentration
0-5
EC/CAS
7440-02-0
Name of the chemical
Nickel
Concentration
0-2
EC/CAS
7440-47-3
Name of the chemical
Chromium; chromic acid and its salts
Concentration
0-0.5
General Information
Version
1.02
Revision date
2024-04-16
Product name
ALUMINUM DROSS - (MMC)
Chemical name
None
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Other non-specified industry: Process by-product to be recycled
supplier name
Rio Tinto Aluminium
Emergency telephone
+1 514 848 8000, +33 1 57 00 20 01, +61 7 3625 3003, +65 6679 9000, +1 215 207 0061
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Rio Tinto Aluminium
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
rta.msds@riotinto.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H261, H317, H351, H372
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H261
In contact with water releases flammable gas
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
In contact with water releases flammable gas. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Suspected of causing cancer. Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. (respiratory tract)
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Wear protective gloves. Wear protective clothing: Recommended For handling molten metal Clothing must be resistant to drops of molten metal and radiant heat. For handling molten metal: Approved safety helmet with neck protection.. Wear eye or face protection Recommended face shield. Handle and store contents under inert gas. Protect from moisture. Do not breathe dust or mist. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash thoroughly after handling. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace.
Response
IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice or attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice or attention.
Storage
Store locked up. Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container.
Disposal
Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local, regional, national and international regulations.
Supplemental label elements
Protect from moisture. Keep container tightly closed. Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Use only with adequate ventilation.
2.3 Other hazards
Keep away from water or moist air. When heated, flammable vapors will be evolved. Reacts with water to release toxic gas. May react or be incompatible with acids. Handling and/or processing of this material may generate a dust which can cause mechanical irritation of the eyes, skin, nose and throat.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
FLAMMABLE GASES - Category 3 SKIN SENSITIZATION - Category 1 CARCINOGENICITY - Category 2 SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (REPEATED EXPOSURE) - Category 1
