S a f e t y D a t a S h e e t

According to Regulation (EC) 1907/2006

Identification of the substance/preparation and of the company or firm

1.1 Identification of the substance or preparation

Name:

Cadmium Sulphate 8/3-hydrate

Synonym:

REACH Registration Number: A registration number is not available for this substance as the substance or its use are exempted from registration according to Article 2 REACH Regulation (EC) Nº 1907/2006, the annual tonnage does not requiere a registration, the registration is envisaged for a later registration deadline or it is a mixture.

1.2 Use of the substance/preparation:

For laboratory utilisation, analysis, research and fine chemistry.

1.3 Identification of the company or firm:

PANREAC QUIMICA S.L.U.

C/Garraf 2

Polígono Pla de la Bruguera

E-08211 Castellar del Vallès

(Barcelona) Spain

Tel. (+34) 937 489 400

e-mail: product.safety@panreac.com

1.4 Emergency telephone:

Single telephone number for emergency calls: 112 (EU)

Tel.: (+34) 937 489 499

Identification of dangers

Classification of the substance or the mixture.

Classification Regulation (CE) nº 1272/2008.

Carc. 1B

Muta. 1B

Repr. 1B

Acute Tox. 3

Acute Tox. 2

STOT RE 1

Aquatic Acute 1

Aquatic Chronic 1

Hazard Pictograms

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H350 May cause cancer <state route of exposure if it is conclusively proven that no other routes of exposure cause the hazard>.

H340 May cause genetic defects <state route of exposure if it is conclusively proven that no other routes of exposure cause the hazard>.

H360F May damage fertility.

H301 Toxic if swallowed.

H330 Fatal if inhaled.

H372 Causes damage to organs <or state all organs affected, if known> through prolonged or repeated exposure <state route of exposure if it is conclusively proven that no other routes of exposure cause the hazard>.

H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements

P201 Obtain special instructions before use.

P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.

P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.

P264 Wash...thoroughly after handling.

P270 Do no eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

P501 Dispose of contents/container according to Directive 94/62/CE or 2008/98/CE.

Classification (67/548/CEE or 1999/45/CE).

For the full text of the R-phrases mentioned in this section, see section 16.

Component Composition/Information

Name: Cadmium Sulphate 8/3-hydrate

Formula: CdSO4.8/3H2O M.= 256,52 CAS [7790-84-3]

EC number (EINECS): 233-331-6

EC index number: 048-009-00-9

First aid

4.1 General indications:

Never provide drink or induce vomiting in the event of loss of consciousness.

4.2 Inhaling:

Take the person out into the fresh air. In the event sickness persists, seek medical assistance.

4.3 Contact with the skin:

Wash with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing.

4.4 Eyes:

Wash with plenty of water (for at least 15 minutes), keeping eyelids open. Seek medical assistance.

4.5 Swallowing:

Drink large amounts of water. Induce vomiting. Seek immediate medical assistance.

Fire-fighting means

5.1 Suitable fire-extinguishing means:

As appropriate to the environment.

5.2 Fire-fighting means which must NOT be used:

No specific data.

5.3 Special risks:

Incombustible. In the event of fire, fumes may form:

5.4 Protective equipment:

Suitable clothing and footwear.

Measures to be taken in the event of accidental spillage

6.1 Individual precautions:

Do not inhale the dust.

6.2 Precautions for care of the environment:

Do not allow it to enter the drainage system. Avoid pollution of the soil, water supplies and drains.

6.3 Methods for collection/cleaning:

Collect up dry and deposit in waste containers for subsequent elimination in accordance with current legislation. Clean any remains with plenty of water.

Handling and storage

7.1 Handling:

No special indications.

7.2 Storage:

Well sealed containers.In well ventilated premises.Room temperature.Restricted access, only authorized to technicians.

Staff exposure/protection controls

8.1 Technical protective measures:

No special indications.

8.2 Exposure limit control:

VLA-ED(Cd): 0,002 mg/m3

8.3 Respiratory protection:

If dust forms, use suitable respiratory protection. Filter P3.

8.4 Hand protection:

Use suitable gloves

8.5 Eye protection:

Use suitable goggles.

8.6 Individual hygiene measures:

Remove contaminated clothing. Use suitable work clothing. Wash hands and face before breaks and when the job is done. Do not eat, drink or smoke in the workplace. Avoid the formation of dust.

8.7 Environmental exposure controls:

Fulfill the commitments under local environmental protection legislation.

Physical and chemical properties

Appearance: solid

Colour: White

Granulometry: N/A

Odour: Odourless.

pH: 4,0 - 6,0

Melting point/freezing point: 41 °C

Initial boiling point and boiling range:

N/A

Flash point:

N/A

Flammability (solid, gas):

N/A

Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits:

N/A

Vapour pressure: N/A

Vapour density: N/A

Relative density:

N/A

Solubility: 1.130 g/l in water20 °C

Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water:

N/A

Auto-ignition temperature:

N/A

Decomposition temperature: above80 °C

Viscosity: N/A

Stability and reactivity

10.1 Conditions which should be avoided:

The product is chemically stable under standar ambient conditions (room temperature).

10.2 Matter which should be avoided:

No specific data.

10.3 Hazardous decomposition products:

Toxic gases.

10.4 Complementary information:

Hygroscopic.

Toxicological information

• Acute toxicity:

: Data not available.

• Dangerous effects for health:

No specific data on this product known with regard to effects of overdose in humans. If dust inhaled: breathing difficulties coughing After a period of latency: pulmonary oedema If swallowed: nausea vomiting stomach pains Systemic effects: blood alterations hepatic problems kidney problems Damaging to the bone marrow. Chronic effects breathing difficulties

Environmental information

12.1 Toxicity:

12.1.1 - EC50 test (mg/l):

Bacteria (Photobacterium phosphoreum) 17 mg/l

Classification:

Extr. toxic

Bacteria (E. coli)

Classification: Extr. toxic

Protozoa: 0,2 mg/l

Classification:

Extr. toxic

Daphnia sp.

Classification: Extr. toxic

Crustaceans (Daphnia magna) 0,0026 mg/l

Classification:

Extr. toxic

Algae (Sc. cuadricauda)

Classification: Extr. toxic

Fish (L. Macrochirus) 1,94 mg/l

Classification:

Extr. toxic

Fish (C. auratus) 0,0165 mg/l

Classification:

Extr. toxic

12.1.2. - Receptor medium:

Risk for the water environment

High

Risk for the land environment High

12.1.3. - Observations:

Toxic product in any environment. Ecotoxicity acute and chronic.

12.2 Persistence and Degradability :

12.2.1 - Test:

12.2.2. - Biotic degradation classification:

BOD5/COD

Biodegradability

12.2.3. - Abiotic degradation depending on pH:

12.2.4. - Observations:

12.3 Bioaccumulative potential:

12.3.1. - Test:

12.3.2. - Bioaccumulation:

Risk

12.3.3. - Observations:

Danger due to bioaccumulation of cadmium.

12.4 Mobility in soil :

Data not available.

12.5 Assessment PBT and MPMB :

Data not available.

12.6 Other possible effects on the environment:

High pollutant product.

Dangerous for drinking water.

Do not allow it to enter soils or water channels.

Considerations regarding elimination

13.1 Substance or preparation:

In the European Union, there are no homogeneous standards established for elimination of chemical waste, which is waste of a special nature, and treatment and elimination of same is subject to the domestic legislation in each country.

In view of this, in each case, you should contact the competent authority or those companies legally authorized for elimination of waste.

2001/573/EC: Council Decision of 23 July 2001 amending Commission Decision 2000/532/EC as regards the list of wastes.Council Directive 91/156/EEC of 18 March 1991 amending Directive 75/442/EEC on waste.

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13.2 Contaminated containers:

Contaminated containers and packaging of dangerous substances or preparations must be treated in the same manner as the actual products contained in them.

European Parliament and Council Directive 94/62/EC of 20 December 1994 on packaging and packaging waste.

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Information concerning transport

Overland (ADR):

Technical name: CADMIUM COMPOUND

UN 2570 Class: 6.1 CONTAM. MAR PELIG.M.AMB Packaging group: III (E)

By sea (IMDG):

Technical name: CADMIUM COMPOUND

UN 2570 Class: 6.1 CONTAM. MAR PELIG.M.AMB Packaging group: III

By air (ICAI-IATA):

Technical name: Cadmium compound

UN 2570 Class: 6.1 CONTAM. MAR PELIG.M.AMB Packaging group: III

Packaging instructions: CAO 677 PAX 670

Regulatory information

The substance is subject to Regulation (EC) No 689/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 17 June 2008 concerning the export and import of dangerous chemicals.

Other information

Other precautionary statements

P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

P273 Avoid release to the environment.

P281 Use personal protective equipment as required.

P284 Wear respiratory protection.

P301+P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.

P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.

P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.

P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.

P314 Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell.

P320 Specific treatment is urgent (see on this label).

P321 Specific treatment (see on this label).

P330 Rinse mouth.

P391 Collect spillage.

P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.

P405 Store locked up.

Labelling (65/548/CEE or 1999/45/CE)

Review number and date: 4 15.09.2011

Date published: 15.09.2011

In respect of the previous review, changes have been made to the following sections: 15

The information included in this Safety Data Sheet is based on our most up-to-date knowledge, and is solely intended to inform regarding aspects of safety; the properties and characteristics indicated herein are not guaranteed.