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Material Safety Data Sheet
HILTI DX CARTRIDGES
Not classified as hazardous according to criteria of NOHSC 1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE MATERIAL AND SUPPLIER
Product Name
Product Type
This product consists of a metal case with rimfire initiation and a charge of deflagrating explosive. Within the cartridges the explosive ingredients (gun Powder and priming composition) are hermetically separated from the environment. They will be only opened with effort and under destruction of the cartridge.
Trade name: Catridges, powder device.
Company Name
Emergency Tel.
Telephone/Fax
Recommended Use
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Not classified as hazardous according to criteria of NOHSC Classification
Not classified as Hazardous according to the criteria of NOHSC. Classified as Dangerous Goods according to the ADG Code.
Applicable risk and safety phrases for the propellant powder are as follows:R3 Extreme risk of explosion by shock, friction, fire or other sources of ignition. R11 Highly flammable. R26/27/28 Very toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
R33 Danger of cumulative effects. R50 Very toxic to aquatic organisms. R53 May cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. S16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking. S33 Take precautionary measures against static discharges. S36 Wear suitable protective clothing. S37 Wear suitable gloves. S45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible). S60 This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste. S61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/Material Safety Data Sheets. Applicable risk and safety phrases for the primer component are as follows:R3 Extreme risk of explosion by shock, friction, fire or other sources of ignition. R20/22 Also harmful by inhalation and if swallowed.
R33 Danger of cumulative effects. R50 Very toxic to aquatic organisms. R53 May cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. R61 May cause harm to the unborn child. R62 Possible risk of impaired fertility S16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking. S45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible). S60 This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste. S61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/Material Safety Data Sheets.
Hazard warnings:When packed the articles don't represent a significant risk, safety cartridges. In conformity with the regulations for the usage, no health Material Safety Data Sheet
HILTI DX CARTRIDGES
Not classified as hazardous according to criteria of NOHSC hazards arise.
In case of free ignition of cartridges the trajectory and maximum range of the projectile are unknown. In case of application according to the rules no health hazards appear. Risk of a prompt explosion in case of receptacle breaking open. Avoid by all means risk of detonation such as friction or impact in case of ingredients coming out of packaging.
Risk Phrase(s)
Not classified as hazardous according to criteria of NOHSCR3 Extreme risk of explosion by shock, friction, fire or other sources of ignition.
Safety Phrase(s)
S16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Composition,
information on
ingredients
9004-70-0 Nitrocellulose(Cellulosenitrat) ca. 73%55-63-0 Nitroglycerine ca. 26%122-39-4 Diphenylamine ca. 1% Primer composition (in primer cap): SINOXIDMass per cartridge: ca. 24 mgCAS reg. No. Designation: Percentage:15245-44-0 Lead styphnate together with 31330-63-9 5-(3-Amidino-1-tetrazeno)-5H- 49-61% tetrazolhydrate (tetrazen)10022-31-8 barium nitrate 20-23%12013-56-8 calcium silicide together 19-28% with phlegmatizer Other Information
Type of propellant powder/Mass per catridge (ca.-data in mg):Caliber 6.8/11 brown: 100, white: 120, green: 140, yellow: 180, red: 220, black: 245Caliber 6.8/18 green: 170, yellow: 210, blue: 280, red: 320, black: 390Caliber 6.3/10 green: 100, yellow: 170, red: 210, black: 220Caliber 5.6/16 grey: 90, brown: 103, green: 160, yellow: 190, red: 255 4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation
Not applicable for sealed, intact cartridge. Pyrotechnic charge: Due to the low volatility, inhalation at room temperature is improbable. In the case of inhalation of aerosol/mist seek medical attention.
Ingestion
Not applicable for sealed, intact cartridge. Pyrotechnic charge: Clean mouth with water and drink afterwards plenty of water. Seek medical attention.
Not applicable for sealed, intact cartridge. Pyrotechnic charge: Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water. If skin irritation persists seek medical attention.
Not applicable for sealed, intact cartridge. Pyrotechnic charge: Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention.
First Aid Facilities
Eye wash and normal washroom facilities.
Advice to Doctor
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable
Use fire extinguisher suitable for surrounding environment.
Extinguishing Media
Hazards from
Toxic and/or irritating gases that may be emitted by explosion include carbon Combustion
monoxide and nitrogen oxides. A trace amount of lead originating from the Products
priming composition will be released.
Specific Hazards
After the ignition of the cartridge the explosion will take place very quickly.
Decomposition
Material Safety Data Sheet
HILTI DX CARTRIDGES
Not classified as hazardous according to criteria of NOHSC Precautions in
Fire-fighters should wear full protective clothing and self contained connection with Fire
breathing apparatus (SCBA) operated in positive pressure mode. Fire near the storage area: Evacuate the danger area, spray storage area and container with water.
Fire in the storage area: Evacuate the danger area, fight the fire from a safe distance and spray the non ignited article to cool them. Burning of large quantities may accelerate to detonation. Inform the emergency services of the nature of the product.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Emergency
Protect the vicinity by excluding the public and all unprotected personnel. Procedures
Raise awareness to the risk of ignition. Employ signage and inform the police. The location of the spillage has to be cleaned. Do not use tools to gather scattered cargo. Gather by hand only and forward to authorised disposal personnel. Exposed explosives must be carefully wiped up and desensitised in a specially marked container of water. If the spillage enters the waterways contact the EPA, or your local water authority. Dispose of waste according to applicable local and national regulations.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for Safe
Keep away from heat and ignition sources, and ensure good ventilation. Do not Handling
open cartridges with thermal or mechanical force, or subject them to impact, as this risks ignition. Ensure a high level of personal hygiene is maintained by washing hands before eating, drinking, smoking or using toilet facilities.
Intended for use only with power actuated tools. Cartridges should only be handled by qualified persons. Delivery must be in closed original packaging.
Conditions for Safe
Store in a well ventilated area away from sources of ignition. Optimal storage temperature 20°C. To be stored in original packages at temperatures from -20°C to +40°C and in rooms protected from moisture. Short term storage from -40°C to +45°C is possible. Do not store together with incompatible and flammable substances. For information on the design of the storeroom reference should be made to Australian Standard AS 2187.1-1998 Explosives - Storage, transport and use - Storage. Reference should also be made to relevant Commonwealth, State or Territory regulations.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
National Exposure
No value is assigned for this specific material by the National Occupational Standards
Health and Safety Commission (NOHSC) Australia, however the available exposure limits on the ingredients as provided by NOHSC are as follows:Substance TWA STEL ppm mg/m³ ppm mg/m³Nitroglycerin (NG) 0.05 0.46 - - Diphenylamine - 10 - -TWA (Time Weighted Average): The average airborne concentration of a particular substance when calculated over a normal eight-hour working day, for a five-day week.
STEL (Short Term Exposure Limit): The average airborne concentration over a 15 minute period which should not be exceeded at any time during a normal eight-hour workday.
Engineering
In case of release of internal contents ensure sufficient ventilation to Controls
maintain airborne concentrations below exposure limits and prevent exposure to dusts.
Respiratory
If engineering controls are not effective in controlling airborne exposure Protection
then an approved respirator with a replaceable vapour/mist filter should be used. Reference should be made to Australian/New Zealand Standards AS/NZS 1715, Selection, Use and Maintenance of Respiratory Protective Devices; and AS/NZS 1716, Respiratory Protective Devices, in order to make any necessary changes for individual circumstances. Internal powder should not become airborne unless cartridge is intentionally tampered with or accidentally broken open.
Eye Protection
Safety glasses with side shields, goggles or full-face shield as appropriate recommended. Final choice of appropriate eye/face protection will vary Material Safety Data Sheet
HILTI DX CARTRIDGES
Not classified as hazardous according to criteria of NOHSC according to individual circumstances i.e. methods of handling or engineering controls and according to risk assessments undertaken. Eye protection should conform with Australian/New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 1337 - Eye Protectors for Industrial Applications.
Hand Protection
Wear gloves of impervious material. Final choice of appropriate gloves will vary according to individual circumstances i.e. methods of handling or according to risk assessments undertaken. Reference should be made to AS/NZS 2161.1: Occupational protective gloves - Selection, use and maintenance.
Body Protection
Wear appropriate clothing including chemical resistant apron where clothing is likely to be contaminated. It is advisable that a local supplier of personal protective clothing is consulted regarding the choice of material. Care should be taken to avoid contact with the skin should cartridge be opened and internal product exposed.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance
Decomposition
Temperature
Melting Point
Boiling Point
Solubility in Water
Specific Gravity
Vapour Pressure
Vapour Density
(Air=1)
Colour
Flash Point
Flammability
After the ignition of the cartridge the explosion will take place very quickly.
Auto-Ignition
Temperature
Flammable Limits -
Lower
Flammable Limits -
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability
Function in admitted devices in temperature range from -30°C till 50°C Conditions to Avoid
Risk of detonation at a temperature > 110°C. The effects are confined with the package.
Incompatible
Acids, lye's, oil and aromatic hydrocarbons.
Materials
Hazardous
Thermal decomposition begins from 165°C resulting in the formation of carbon Decomposition
monoxide and very small amounts of nitrogen oxides.
Products
Hazardous Reactions
May react with strong oxidising agents.
Hazardous
Polymerization
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Material Safety Data Sheet
HILTI DX CARTRIDGES
Not classified as hazardous according to criteria of NOHSC Toxicology
No toxicity data is available for this product, however toxicity data for Information
constituents are stated below:Nitroglycerine:LD50 (Oral, Rat) : 105 mg/kg LD50 (Dermal, Rabbit) : > 280 mg/kg Inhalation
No likely effects as dangerous ingredients are contained within a sealed cartridge. Internal powder is very toxic if inhaled.
Ingestion
No likely effects as dangerous ingredients are contained within a sealed cartridge. Internal powder is very toxic if swallowed. Following a toxic ingestion, nitroglycerin can cause respiratory difficulties, hypoxia, and death due to respiratory paralysis.
No likely effects as dangerous ingredients are contained within a sealed cartridge. NOHSC Australia indicates that absorption of the nitroglycerin component through the skin may be a significant source of exposure.
No likely effects as dangerous ingredients are contained within a sealed cartridge. Miosis and corneal damage resulted from intravenous exposure to nitroglycerin.
Chronic Effects
No likely effects as dangerous ingredients are contained within a sealed cartridge. Chronic poisoning of Nitroglycerin may cause severe headache, hallucinations, contact dermatitis, and allergic contact dermatitis (skin sensitization). Digestive troubles, tremors, neuralgia, severe headache, hallucinations, and skin rashes can occur with chronic nitroglycerin poisoning.
Reproductive
The lead styphnate component of this product is classified as a Category 1 Toxicity
substance toxic to reproduction according to Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances [NOHSC:1008(2004)].
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity
Persistence /
Degradability
Mobility
Environ. Protection
Prevent this material entering waterways, drains and sewers.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Disposal
Dispose of waste according to federal, EPA and state regulations.
Considerations
Recommendation:Stripes with completely discharged cartridges may be disposed of as household or factory waste.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Transport
This material is classified as a Class 1 (Explosive) Dangerous Good according Information
to The Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail. Dangerous goods of Class 1 (Explosive) are incompatible in a placard load with any of the following:- Class 2.1, Flammable Gas- Class 2.2, Non-flammable Non-toxic Gas- Class 2.3, Toxic Gas- Class 3, Flammable Liquid- Class 4.1, Flammable Solid- Class 4.2, Spontaneously Combustible Substance- Class 4.3, Dangerous When Wet Substance- Class 5.1, Oxidising Agent- Class 5.2, Organic Peroxide- Class 6, Toxic and Infectious Substances- Class 7, Radioactive Substance- Class 8, Corrosive- Class 9, Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods- Fire risk substances Material Safety Data Sheet
HILTI DX CARTRIDGES
Not classified as hazardous according to criteria of NOHSC U.N. Number
Proper Shipping
Name
DG Class
Packaging Method
EPG Number
IERG Number
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Regulatory
Not classified as Hazardous according to criteria of the National Occupational Information
Health & Safety Commission (NOHSC), Australia.
Not classified as a Scheduled Poison according to the Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons (SUSDP).
Poisons Schedule
Hazard Category
AICS (Australia)
All components in this product are listed on AICS (Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances).
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Date of preparation
or last revision of
MSDS
Contact Person/Point
For further information call Hilti (Aust) Pty. Ltd. on: (02) 8748 1000 (Business Hours).
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