Consolidated Chemical Co. Material Safety Data Sheet

Date of Issue: 18.07.04

 COMPANY DETAILS
 
 

 

 

      Company:  Consolidated Chemical Co.

     Address:  P.O. Box 999 DANDENONG   3175

     Phone:  9799-7555    ACN: 005 056 502

Text Box: IDENTIFICATION
 

 

 


     Product Name:  PYROGALLOL                            U.N. Number: 292B

     Other Names: 1,2,3 Trihydroxybenzene                   Hazchem Code: 2XE

     Manufacturer’s Product Code: 7591                                    Dangerous Goods Class: 6.1

     Dangerous Goods Sub Risk: 8                                                                                              

      Use: Protective colloid in preparation of metallic colloidal solutions, photography,

     dyes, intermediates, synthetic drugs, medicine, anti-bacterial, process engraving, lab

     reagent, gas analysis (an oxygen absorber), reducing agent, antioxidant in lubricating

     oils.      

 

 PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION/PROPERTIES
 
 

 

 


    Appearance: White to slightly yellow plates and powder, with characteristic odour.            

    Boiling Point: 309degC                                             Melting Point: 131-133Deg C              

    Solubility in water 20degC: ca. 60g/100ml water at 20degC             

    Vapour Pressure: 10 at 167.7degC

    Density: 4.4 (air =1)                                                                                                             

 INGREDIENTS
 
 

 


   

    Chemical Entity:                            CAS No.                     Proportion (wgt%)

       Pyrogallol                                       87-66-1                               100%

 

 HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
 
 

 

     

        Health Effects:

 

        Swallowed: Toxic substance, ingestion can lead to severe gastrointestinal irritation, vomiting and diarrhea. Pyrogallic acid absorbed through the alimentary canal can cause damage to the liver and kidneys, produce methemoglobinemia, circulatory collapse and death. 

 

        Eye: Causes irritation with redness and pain. 

 

       Skin: Irritant. Causes redness and soreness. Pyrogallic acid is readily absorbed through the skin and severe or fatal poisoning can occur.

       Inhaled: Irritant. May be absorbed through the lungs. Can cause coughing, sneezing and difficulty in breathing.

 

     

 

       First Aid

       If swallowed: Give water or milk to drink and induce vomiting. Use fingers in the throat, IPECAC Syrup (APF) or similar emetic. Seek immediate medical assistance.

 

       Eye:  Immediately irrigate with copious quantity of water for at least fifteen minutes. Eyelids to be held open. Seek immediate medical attention.

 

       Skin:  Wash with plenty of soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before re-use. Seek immediate medical advice.

       

 PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
 
 

 


 

       Exposure Standards:  No limits established by worksafe.

 

       Engineering Controls: A system of local/general exhaust is recommended to keep employee exposures as low as possible.

 

       Personal Protection: For conditions of use where exposure to the dust or mist is apparent, a half-face dust/mist respirator may be worn. For emergencies or instances where the exposure levels are not known, use a full-face positive-pressure, air supplied respirator.

            Eye Protection: safety glasses, goggles or face shield as appropriate.

            Glove: PVC Gloves

            Clothing: Overalls or similar protective apparel.

            Work/Hygienic: Maintain eyewash fountain and quick drench facilities in work area.

 

       Flammability:  Combustible Solid

 SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
 
 

 

 


        Storage and Transport: Store in a cool, dry, ventilated area away from sources of heat or ignition. Isolate from oxidizing materials. Protect from direct sunlight. Containers of this material may be hazardous when empty since they retain product residues (dust, solids), observe all warnings and precautions listed for the product.

 

        Spills & Disposal: Remove all sources of ignition. Ventilate area of leak or spill. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment as specified. Clean up spills in a manner that does not disperse dust into the air. Use non-sparking tools and equipment. Reduce airborne dust and prevent scattering by moistening with water. Pick up spill for recovery or disposal and place in a closed container.

       

 

 CONTACT POINT
 
 

 


Any advice, recommendation, information, assistance, or service provided by Consolidated Chemical Co., in relation to the goods supplied by it or their use or application is given in good faith and believed to be appropriate and reliable. However, it is provided with a disclaimer for any liability or responsibility on the part of Consolidated Chemical Co. The customer accepts all risk and responsibility for use of the goods alone, or in combination with other products. All warranties, guarantees and conditions, other than those expressly stated, and whether implied by statute, common law, custom of the trade or otherwise, are to the extent that the law permits, expressly excluded.