DEOCRYSTAL STONE ALUM

 

Date: February 2016

 

1. Product and Supplier Description

 

Trade Name: Alum Stone

 

INCI Name: Potassium Alum

 

Supplier:

 

ORIENTAL GROUP SARL AU

N°200 Lot El Massar, Route de Safi

40 100 Marrakech

MOROCCO

Tel :+212 524 335 449

Fax : +212 524 457 961

Mobile / Whatsapp / Viber : +212 600 604 387

Skype : group.oriental

E-mail : [email protected]

 

1.1  Relevant identified uses of the substance and uses advised against Use of product: bacteriostatic agents for cosmetic products like deodorants.

 

 

 

2.  Hazards Identification

 

 

2.1  Classification of the substance or mixture

 

Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008

 

Eye Irrit. 2 H319 Causes serious eye irritation.

 

Classification according to Directive No 67 /548/EEC / Directive 1999/45/EC

Xn: Harmful

 

R36: Irritating to eyes

 

Further information on health effects and symptoms can be found in Section 11.

 

2.2 Labelling elements

 

LABEL IN ACCORDANCE WITH (EC) NO. 1272/2008

 

 

HAZARD PICTOGRAM(S)

 

GHS07

 

SIGNAL WORD: Danger.

HAZARD STATEMENT(S)

H319 Causes serious eye irritation.

 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENT(S)

P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

 

P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue to rinse.

 

P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. P235 Keep cool.

 

 

 

Labelling according to Council Directive 67/548 / EC / Directive 1999/45 / EC Index number: 607-163-00-2

 

Symbols:

 

 Irritant

 

Risk Phrases:

 

R36 Irritating to eyes.

 

Safety Phrases:

 

S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and consult a physician.

 

2.3. Other hazards

 

Other hazards which do not result in classification: not available.

 

 

3.  Composition and Ingredient Information

 

3.1 Chemical identity of the substance

 

Substance / preparation:

 

· Without preservatives or other additives.

 

INCI name: Potassium Alum.

 

Chemical Name: Aluminum potassium bis (sulfate)

 

Potassium aluminum sulfate 12-hydrate

 

Chemical Formula: KAl(SO4)2 ∙  12O  H

 

CAS No.: 10043-67-1 / 7784-24-9

 

EC No.: 233-141-3

 

Classification: Xi; R36 Eye Irrit. 2; H319

 

Content: 100 %

 

See Section 16 for the above-listed risk phrases and hazard statements reads in full text.

 

 

4.  First Aid Measures

 

4.1 Description of first aid measure

 

Inhalation:

 

· Remove to fresh air and rest.

 

· If irritation develops seek medical assistance 

Skin Contact: Not expected to require first aid measures.

 

Eyes Contact: Hold eyes open, rinse with copious amounts of water and if irritation persists seek medical assistance.

 

Ingestion:

 

· Rinse mouth with water, drink plenty of water and seek medical advice.

 

· DO NOT induce vomiting.

 

· If a large amount is swallowed, contact a doctor.

 

 

5. Fire Fighting Measures

 

 

5.1  Extinguishing media

 

Suitable extinguishing media: Carbon dioxide (CO2) dry powder, or foam.

Unsuitable extinguishing media: Do not use water jet directly on burning material.

 

5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance

· Non-combustible.

 

· When heated to high temperatures or fire may be poisonous gas formed.

5.3 Advice to fire-fighters

 

· Containers close to the fire should be removed or cooled with water.

 

· Avoid inhalation.

 

· Avoid breathing in vapour or smoke emitted.

 

· Use breathing apparatus to protect from fumes.

 

6. Measures in case of accidental release

 

6.1 Personal safety precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

 

· Avoid dust formation.

 

· Use personal protective equipment.

6.2 Environmental precautions

 

· Do not empty into drains.

6.3  Containment and cleaning methods and equipment

 

Methods of Cleaning/Disposal:

· Sweep up or vacuum up spillage and collect in suitable waste container.

 

· Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system.

 

6.4 Reference to other sections

 

· For safe handling, see section 7

· For personal protection, see section 8.

 

· For disposal information, see section 13.

 

 

7.  Handling and Storage

 

7.1 Precautions for safe handling

Safe Handling:

· Avoid formation of dust.

 

· Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing.

· Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety.

 

7.1  Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

· Store in full, tightly sealed original containers in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place.

 

· Protect from light and heat.

 

Observe Good Manufacturing Practices.

 

 

8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

 

8.1  Control Parameters

Components with limit values

 

AFS 2011: 18 Aluminum, soluble compounds (Al) – Total dust: TWA (TWA, 1996): 1 mg / m³

8.2 Exposure Controls:

Personal protective equipment:

 

Respirator if there is dust formation: use respirator with an approved filter type P1 (EN143). Hand Protection: Wear suitable gloves type N65.

 

Eye protection:

 

· Not necessary.

 

· If dust or splashing, wear safety glasses with side protection.

 

Skin and body protection:

 

· No special protective equipment required.

 

· Upon repeated contact, wear protective clothing.

 

Hygiene measures:

 

· Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling the subject.

 

· Do not eat, drink, sniff or smoke while handling the product.

 

· Ability to eyewash and safety shower should be available at workplace.

 

Environmental exposure:

 

General advice: Avoid the subject comes into the sewer system.

 

 

9.  Physical and Chemical Properties

 

9.1  Information on physical and chemical properties

 

Appearance:

 

· Physical State: Crystals.

 

· Colour: White.

 

Odour: Odourless.

 

pH: 3 to 3.5 (10% in water).

 

Melting Point: 92.5 ° C

 

Flash Point: Not applicable.

 

Density: 1.5 g / cm³

Bulk density: No information available.

 

Solubility:

 

· Soluble in water: 110g / l (20 ° C).

 

· Insoluble in ethanol.

 

9.2 Other information

 

· No information available.

 

 

10. Stability and Reactivity

 

10.1  Reactivity

 

· No known reactivity hazards associated with this topic.

 

10.2 Chemical stability

 

· Stable with normal handling and storage conditions.

 

10.3  Possibility of hazardous reactions

· No information available.

 

10.4  Conditions to avoid

· No information available.

10.5 Incompatible materials

 

· Alkali hydroxides and carbonates. Salts of calcium, lead and phosphates mm.

 

10.6  Hazardous decomposition products

 

· When heated to decomposition (> 200 ° C) or at a fire, toxic gas formed, sulfur trioxide.

 

 

11. Toxicological Information

 

11.1  Information on toxicological effects

11.1.1 Acute toxicity

 

· Not classified as acutely toxic according to EU Regulations 1272/2008 and 286/2011 (second ATP).

 

· Ingestion (aluminum potassium sulfate): Oral TDLo rats: 4355 – 8040mg / kg.

· Ingestion (aluminum potassium sulfate, dodecahydrate): Oral TDLo rat: 1120mg / kg.

 

· Reference “SAX’s Dangerous Properties of Industrial Materials”.

 

11.1.2 Corrosion / irritation

 

The airways: The airways Inhalation of dust may irritate the nose and throat and cause coughing.

 

Skin: May cause irritation, especially after repeated exposure. Eye: Dust can irritate the eyes.

 

Ingestion: Gastrointestinal Ingestion of powder and concentrated solution may cause pain in the mouth and throat and stomach pains.

11.1.3 Sensitization

 

· Skin: Not classified as a sensitizer according to EU regulations 1272/2008 and 286/2011 (2 ATP).

 

· Source ECHA.

 

11.1.4 CMR effects (carcinogenicity, mutagenicity and toxicity for reproduction)

 

· No carcinogenic, mutagenic effect in rats.

 

· Reproductive toxicity in rats – no information available.

 

· Source ECHA.

 

11.1.5 Aspiration

 

· No information available.

 

12. Ecological Information

 

12.1 Toxicity

Not classified as dangerous for the environment.

 

· Aluminum ion is itself highly toxic to aquatic organisms, but the bioavailability at normal pH values is low as insoluble hydroxides are formed.

 

12.2  Persistence and degradability

 

· Not applicable.

 

· Inorganic compound.

 

 

13. Disposal Considerations

 

13.1  Waste treatment

 

· Hazardous waste.

 

· Consult local authorities for waste disposal.

 

13.2 Uncleaned packaging

 

· Not empty containers should be taken as a hazardous waste to an approved waste facility

 

 

14. Transport Information

 

· Not dangerous according to ADR, IATA, IMDG and RID.

 

· No restrictions.

 

 

15. Regulatory Information

 

15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture

 

Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 Hazard symbols

 

GHS07

 

SIGNAL WORD: Danger.

 

HAZARD STATEMENT(S)

 

H319 Causes serious eye irritation.

 

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENT(S)

 

P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

 

P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue to rinse.

 

P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. P235 Keep cool.

 

P501: Dispose of contents/container…accordance towith… [ local/regional/national/international regulation

 

Other:

 

· Water hazard class (Germany): Water hazard class 1 small hazard to water

 

15.2 Chemical Safety

 

· No information available.

 

 

 

 

 

16. Other Information

The information contained herein is accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time and on the date shown from a variety of sources. No liability can be accepted arising out of the use, application or processing of this producte. It conditions for use of this product.