MSDS-MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
or SAFETY DATA SHEET
• A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is a
document that contains information on the
potential health effects of exposure to chemicals,
or other potentially dangerous substances, and
on safe working procedures when handling
chemical products.
History
• The earliest written material has been found in
the tombs of the Egyptians, either on the walls of
their tombs or on papyrus records.
• These date back over 4,000 years and include
the prescriptions of Imhotep, the first great
Egyptian physician.
Material Safety Data Sheets
• Include specific chemical identity and common
names
• Must provide information about:
▫ Physical and chemical characteristics
▫ Health effects
▫ Exposure limits
▫ Carcinogenicity (cancer-causing)
▫ Identification (name, address, and telephone number)
of the organization responsible for preparing the sheet
▫ Must be readily accessible to employees in their work
area
Who prepares and provides MSDSs?
• Manufacturers and importers of dangerous
goods and hazardous substances must:
• prepare an MSDS for each of their products
• provide the current MSDS to employers or
occupiers of premises where the product is used
or stored
• review and revise each MSDS as often as
necessary and at least every 5 years to make sure
that the information is accurate and up to date
Risk phrases - examples
• R1: Explosive when dry R20: Harmful by inhalation
• R2: Risk of explosion by shock, friction, fire R21: Harmful in contact with skin
or other sources of ignition R22: Harmful if swallowed
• R3: Extreme risk of explosion by shock, R23: Toxic by inhalation
friction, fire or other sources of ignition R24: Toxic in contact with skin
• R4: Forms very sensitive explosive metallic R25: Toxic if swallowed
compounds R26: Very toxic by inhalation
• R5: Heating may cause an explosion R27: Very toxic in contact with skin
• R6: Explosive with or without contact with air R28: Very toxic if swallowed
• R7: May cause fire R29: Contact with water liberates toxic
• R8: Contact with combustible material may gas.
cause fire R30: Can become highly flammable in use
• R9: Explosive when mixed with combustible R31: Contact with acids liberates toxic gas
material R32: Contact with acids liberates very
• R10: Flammable toxic gas
• R11: Highly flammable Up to: -
• R12: Extremely flammable R66: Repeated exposure may cause skin
• R14: Reacts violently with water dryness or cracking
• R15: Contact with water liberates extremely R67: Vapours may cause drowsiness and
flammable gases dizziness
R68: Possible risk of irreversible effects
Types of hazards
• When you read an MSDS, you should keep in mind that there are three
main types of hazards which can be related to the use of a chemical product:
• - Health Hazards. For example, skin contact with strong acids
will cause burns.
• - Fire Hazards. For example, propane burns very easily and
may explode.
• - Reactivity Hazards. For example, mixing ammonia and
household bleach will result in the release of a harmful gas.
• In addition, international format MSDSs include information
on environmental hazards (hazards to the natural
environment).
Pictograms
FLAME
HEALTH GAS
OVER
HAZARD CYLINDER
CIRCLE
FLAME CORROSION ENVIRONMEN
T
EXCLAMATION EXPLODING SKULL
MARK BOMB &
CROSSBONES
Oxidizer
• An oxidizer is a type of chemical
which a fuel requires to burn.
• Most types of burning on Earth
use oxygen, which is prevalent in
the atmosphere. However in
space there is no atmosphere to
provide oxygen or
other oxidizers
• so rockets need to carry up their
own oxidizers.
11
Flame
• Flammables
• Pyrophorics- ignite around 55
Degrees(uranium ,iron sulphide)
• Self-Heating
• Emits Flammable Gas
• Self-Reactives
12
Exploding Bomb
• Explosives
• Self-Reactives
• Organic Peroxides
13
Skull and Crossbones
• Acute Toxicity (fatal or
toxic)
14
Corrosion
• Skin Corrosion/Burns
• Eye Damage
• Corrosive to Metals
15
Gas Cylinder
• Gases Under Pressure
16
Health Hazard
• Carcinogen
• Mutagenicity
• Reproductive Toxicity
• Respiratory Sensitizer
• Target Organ Toxicity
• Aspiration Toxicity
17
Environment
• Aquatic Toxicity
18
Exclamation Mark
• Irritant (skin and eye)
• Skin Sensitizer
• Acute Toxicity
• Narcotic Effects
• Respiratory Tract Irritant
• Hazardous to Ozone
Layer (Non-Mandatory)
First aid Measures
EYE Contact:
• Check for and remove any contact lenses.
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for
15 mins. Get medical attention immediately.
Skin Contact
• Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for
at least 15 mins while removing contaminated
clothing and shoes.
• Cover the irritated skin with emollient .
• Get medical attention immediately.
Inhalation
• Remove to fresh air.
• If not breathing give artificial breathing
Warning –it may be hazardous to person
providing the aide.
• If breathing is difficult ,give oxygen.
• Get medical attention immediately.
Ingestion
• If swallowed ,don’t induce vomiting unless
directed by the medical professional.
• Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person.
• Loosen tight clothing such as collar, tie belt or
waistband.
• Get medical attention immediately.
Need of MSDS and how to prepare.
• In 1993, the American National Standard for
Hazardous Industrial Chemicals – Material Safety
Data Sheets – Preparation, ANSI Z400.1 was
developed to address the need for a MSDS format that
was comprehensive, understandable and consistent.
• ANSI Z400.1-1993 introduced the standardized
16-section MSDS.
• Revisions were made to the Standard in 1998 and
2005. The 2005 revisions improve readability,
minimize redundancies and reorder the MSDS
sections
• SECTION 1 CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY
IDENTIFICATION
• SECTION 2 COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
• SECTION 3 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Potential Health Effects:
• SECTION 4 FIRST AID MEASURES
• SECTION 5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
• SECTION 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
• SECTION 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE
• SECTION 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
• SECTION 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
• SECTION 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
• SECTION 11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
• SECTION 12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
•
• SECTION 13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
•
SECTION 14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION :
•
SECTION 15 REGULATORY INFORMATION:
• SECTION 16 OTHER INFORMATION
Chloroform
• Appearance: clear, colorless liquid. May cause central
nervous system depression. May cause cardiac
disturbances. May cause cancer based on animal studies.
This substance has caused adverse reproductive and fetal
effects in animals. May be harmful if swallowed.
• Caution! Causes eye and skin irritation. Causes digestive
and respiratory tract irritation. Light sensitive.
• Target Organs: Blood, kidneys, heart, central nervous
system, liver, cardiovascular system, excretory system,
reproductive system.
• Spills/Leaks: Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite,
sand or earth), then place in suitable container. Avoid runoff into
storm sewers and ditches which lead to waterways. Provide
ventilation. Approach spill from upwind.
Handling: Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated
clothing and wash before reuse. Use only in a well-ventilated area.
Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Do not breathe dust,
vapor, mist, or gas. Do not ingest or inhale. Store protected from
light.
Storage: Do not store in direct sunlight. Store in a cool, dry, well-
ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Do not store
near alkaline substances. Separate from strong mineral acids.
• Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with
an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate general or
local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the
permissible exposure limits.
ETHIDIUM BROMIDE
• EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
• Appearance: dark purple crystalline powder.
Danger! Harmful in contact with skin and if
swallowed. May be fatal if inhaled. Causes eye, skin,
and respiratory tract irritation. Possible risks of
irreversible effects.
Target Organs: Respiratory system, eyes, skin.
• Accidental Release Measures
Spills/Leaks: Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a
suitable disposal container. Wear a self contained breathing
apparatus and appropriate personal protection.
• Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.
Evacuate unnecessary personnel. Do not let this chemical
enter the environment.
• Handling: Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Do
not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Do not ingest or
inhale. Use only in a chemical fume hood.
• Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed
container.
FOR FURTHER READING
• References :
• https://www.osha.gov/
• http://www.msdswriter.com/learn_writer.cfm
• https://fscimage.fishersci.com/msds/60703.htm
• EU STANDARDS
http://echa.europa.eu/regulations/reach/safety-data-
sheets;jsessionid=27759187C60ABF966CB4CF617CD78834.live2
• NIOSH (the U.S. National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health) and the Canadian
Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS).
http://ccinfoweb.ccohs.ca/help/msds/msdsINTGUIDE.html
• 4,679 workers died on the job in 2014(US DATA)
• "No one should have to sacrifice their life for their livelihood, because a nation built on the
dignity of work must provide safe working conditions for its people."
Secretary of Labor Thomas E. Perez
