General Information
Version
3
Product name
ZINC CHLORIDE POWDER
Product name
ZINC CHLORIDE POWDER
Identification on the label/Trade name
ZINC CHLORIDE, ANHYDROUS
Product Synonyms
ZnCl2, Zn-Cl2, "zinc butter", "zinc dichloride", "anhydrous zincchloride", "zinc chloride, solid"
CAS No.
7646-85-7
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Obsolescent use in astringent mouthwash, gargles Used in deodorants and disinfectants; used alone or with phenols for preserving railway ties; fireproofing timber; Used with ammonium chloride as a flux for soldering, etching of metals, browning of steel, electrogalvanising of steel
supplier name
S D FINE- CHEM LIMITED
Emergency telephone
91- 22- 24959898, 91- 22- 24959899, 91- 22- 24937232
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
S D FINE- CHEM LIMITED
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
technical@sdfine.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H290, H301, H314, H410
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H290
May be corrosive to metals
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
GHS Classification GHS Classification Acute Toxicity (Oral) Category 3 Chronic Aquatic Hazard Category 1 Metal Corrosion Category 1 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1C EMERGENCY OVERVIEW HAZARD DANGER Determined by using GHS criteria H301 H290 H314 H410 Toxic if swallowed May be corrosive to metals Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Prevention
Wear protective gloves/clothing and eye/face protection. Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Do not breathe dust or mist.
Response
IF INHALED: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Specific treatment: refer to Label or MSDS. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. If on skin or hair: remove/take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage.
Storage
Store in a corrosive resistant container with a resistant inliner. Store locked up.
Disposal
Dispose of contents and container in accordance with relevant legislation. Page 3 of 11
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Acute Toxicity (Oral) Category 3 Chronic Aquatic Hazard Category 1 Metal Corrosion Category 1 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1C EMERGENCY OVERVIEW HAZARD DANGER Determined by using GHS criteria: H301 H290 H314 H410 Toxic if swallowed May be corrosive to metals Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
