MSDS for Antimony Sulfide, Current as of 7/10/2009 :: Barium & Chemical

	Materials Safety Data Sheet Antimony Sulfide	MSDS Number: AN1650

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Revision: 1

Last Updated on: 7/10/2009


Product Name:	Antimony Sulfide Sb₂S₃
Synonyms:	Antimony Trisulfide, Antimony Sulfide Black, Needle Antimony
Manufacturer:	Barium & Chemicals, Inc. PO Box 218 515 Kingsdale Road Steubenville, Ohio 43952-5218 Phone: 740-282-9776 Fax: 740-282-9161 Web: www.bariumchemicals.com
24-hour Emergency Phone Number: Chemtrec 800-424-9300 CHEMTREC INTERNATIONAL: 703-527-3887

2.) INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
	*EINECS*	*PERCENT*	*CAS NO:*
Antimony Sulfide	215-713-4	99-100%	1345-04-6

3.) HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Emergency Overview:	Irritating to the skin and eyes on contact. Inhalation will cause irritation to the lungs and mucous membrane. Irritation to the eyes will cause watering and redness. Reddening, scaling, and itching are characteristics of skin inflammation. Follow safe industrial hygiene practices and always wear protective equipment when handling this compound.
Potential Health Effects:	Chronic overexposure may result in degenerative changes of liver and kidneys. May aggravate existing respiratory and heart problems.

4.) FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation:	Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Call a physician.
Skin Contact:	Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes. Wash clothing before reuse. Call a physician if irritation occurs.
Eye Contact:	Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Call a physician.
Ingestion Contact:	Never give fluids or induce vomiting if patient is unconcscious or having convulsions. Call a physician immediately.
Note to Physician	Treat symptomatically and supportively.

5.) FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing Media:	Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder or appropriate foam.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:	This product is non-flammable.
Fire and Explosion Hazzards:	This material, like most materials in powder form, is capable of creating a dust explosion.
Hazardous Combustion Products:	This material emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.
Protective Measure in Fire:	Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.

6.) ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precaution in Spill:	Utilize recommended protective clothing and equipment.
Environment:	Collect wash water for approved disposal. Keep from entering water or ground water.
Spill Clean Up:	Clean spills in a manner that does not disperse dust into the air. Spill area can be washed with water.

7.) HANDLING/STORAGE
Usage Precautions:
Usage Descriptions:
Storage Precautions:
Handling Precautions:	Avoid breathing dust. Avoid getting in eyes or on skin. Wash thoroughly after handling. Store in a dry place away from direct sunlight, heat and incompatible materials. Reseal containers immediately after use. Store away from food and beverages.

8.) EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Protective Equipment:	Use local ventilation if dusting is a problem, to maintain air levels below the recommended exposure limit.
Process Conditions:	ACGIH TLV as Sb: 0.5mg/m3 TWA. OSHA PEL as Sb: 0.5 mg/m3 TWA.
Respirators:	Work ambient concentrations should be monitored and if the recommended exposure limit is exceeded, a NIOSH/MSHA approved dust respirator must be worn.
Protective Gloves:	Wear PVC gloves.
Eye Protection:	Wear safety glasses or goggles. Emergency showers and eye wash stations should be available.
Other Protection:	Wear impervious boots, apron or coveralls.
Hygienic Work Practices:	Employees should wash their hands and face before eating, drinking or using tobacco products. Educate and train employees in the safe use and handling of hazardous chemicals.

9.) PHYSICAL / CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance:	powder or lumps	Color:	black or silver
Odor/Taste:	odorless	Specific Gravity:	4.562
Solubility:	Insoluble in water	Solubility Value:	n/a
Melting Point:	546 C	Boiling Point:	546 C
Decomp Temp:	n/a	Flash Point:	n/a
pH:

10.) STABILITY / REACTIVITY
Stability:	Stable
Hazardous Decomp Products:	Antimony/Antimony Oxides, Sulfur Oxides & Hydrogen Sulfide Gas
Conditions to Avoid:	Excessive temperatures and incompatibles (strong oxidizing agents and contact with acids).

11.) TOXICOLOGICAL INFOMATION
Toxic Dose LD 50:	209 mg/kg (Intraperitoneal rat)
Toxicological Info:	Harmful if swallowed, inhaled, or absorbed through skin. May aggravate existing respiratory and heart problems.
Inhalation:	Material is irritating to mucous membranes, gastrointestinal tract, and upper respiratory tract.
Skin:	May cause irritation and possible dermatitis.
Eyes:	May cause irritation and possibly result in conjunctivitis and keratitis.
Medical Symptoms:	Shallow respiration; weight loss; acute congestion of heart, liver, and kidneys; sores in the mouth, nose, and throat; headache; indigestion and dizziness.

12.) ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxicity:	No information found
Distribution:	No information found
Chemical Fate:	No information found

13.) DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Disposal Methods:	Waste disposal should be in accordance with existing federal, state and local environmental regulations.
General Cleaning:

14.) TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
DOT - GROUND TRANSPORTATION: Proper Shipping Name:Antimony Compounds, Inorganic, Solid, N.O.S. (Special Provision 35 172.102 49 CFR)) Hazzard Class: Not Regulated. UN. NO#: Not Regulated Packing Group #: Not Regulated / Not Regulated		IATA/IMDG REGULATIONS: Proper Shipping Name: Antimony Compounds, Inorganic, Solid, N.O.S. (Special Provision 35 172.102 49 CFR)) Hazzard Class: Not Regulated. UN. NO#: Not Regulated Packing Group #: Not Regulated / Not Regulated IMDG EMS: F-A, S-A
Shipping Options for this product include:
Transportation Notes: UPS - 25 kg (55 lbs) max by air w/5 x 5 kg (11 lbs) inner packs NMFC 43260 -- CLASS 85 HST 2617.10.00.00

15.) REGULATORY INFORMATION
Chemical Inventory Status Part 1
Ingredient:	CASNO:	TSCA:	EINECS:	China:	Japan:	Austrialia:
Antimony Sulfide	1345-04-6	Yes	No	Yes	No	No

Chemical Inventory Status Part 2
Ingredient:	CASNO:	Korea:	DSL:	NDSL:	Phil.:
Antimony Sulfide	1345-04-6	No	Yes	No	No

Federal, State, International Regulations- Part 1
Ingredient:	CASNO:	SARA 302:		SARA 313
		RQ:	TPQ:	LIST	Chemical Catg:
Antimony Sulfide	1345-04-6	No	No	No	No

Federal, State, International Regulations- Part 2
Ingredient:	CASNO:	RCRA 261.33:	TSCA 8(d):	CERCLA
Antimony Sulfide	1345-04-6	No	No	No

Additional Items
Chemical Weapons Convention:	Acute:	TSCA 12(b):	CDTA:	SARA 311/312:	Reactivity:	Chronic:
No	No	No	No	No	No	No

Fire	Pressure:	Austrialian HazChem Code:	Poison Schedule:	WHMIS:
No	No	No	No	No

16.) INFORMATION SOURCES
Information Sources:
Revision Comments:
Other Information:	NFPA Rating (0 Least, 1 Slight, 2 Moderate, 3 High, 4 Extreme) Health: 2, Flammability: 0, Reactivity: 0
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