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COPPER NAPHTHENATE (SOLUTION) ICSC: 0303
COPPER NAPHTHENATE (SOLUTION)
Naphthenic acid, copper salt (solution)
CAS # 1338-02-9
RTECS # QK9100000
ICSC # 0303
UN # 3009
EC # 029-003-00-5
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS 		PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Flammable or combustible. See Notes.
NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking.
Powder, AFFF, foam, carbon dioxide.
EXPLOSION

In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.
 
EXPOSURE


INHALATION Cough.
Ventilation.
Fresh air, rest.
SKIN Redness.
Protective gloves.
Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
EYES Redness.
Safety spectacles.
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
INGESTION
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.
Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention.
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent and remove to safe place. Do NOT wash away into sewer (extra personal protection: P2 filter respirator for harmful particles).
Fireproof. Separated from food and feedstuffs.
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
Xn symbol
R: 10-22
S: (2)
UN Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Subsidiary Risks: 3
Marine pollutant.
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ICSC: 0303 Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities © IPCS CEC 1993

International Chemical Safety Cards

COPPER NAPHTHENATE (SOLUTION) ICSC: 0303

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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
DARK GREEN VISCOUS LIQUID.

PHYSICAL DANGERS:


CHEMICAL DANGERS:
On combustion, forms toxic gases.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
TLV not established.


ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour.

INHALATION RISK:
No indication can be given about the rate in which a harmful concentration in the air is reached on evaporation of this substance at 20°C.

EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
The substance irritates the eyes and the skin.

EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES
 Boiling point: 150-250°C (see Notes)°C Solubility in water: none
ENVIRONMENTAL
DATA
 This substance may be hazardous to the environment; special attention should be given to water organisms.
N O T E S
The substance is generally used only as a solution, usually in mineral spirits or oils. The physical and toxicological properties will depend on the solvent used. Solvents used in commercial formulations may cause acute effects on the lungs and central nervous system. Cuprinol, Wittox-C are trade names. Molecular mass will vary depending on the form of the naphthenic acid.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


ICSC: 0303 COPPER NAPHTHENATE (SOLUTION)
© IPCS, CEC, 1993
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