PSDS No: 10/RE68/SHG/MSDS/GEN/02/41 Issue No: 1.6 Issue Date: 28/11/11
Product Safety Data Sheet RE68PC M3 SHG
1. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION/COMPANY DETAILS PRODUCT INFORMATION PRODUCT NAME:
RE68PC M3 SHG
SYNONYMS:
Nil
STOCK CODE or NSN:
N/A
PRODUCT TYPE:
Cartridge Power Device
USE:
The Cartridge is designed to be fired in the appropriate Chemring EOD Recoilless Disrupter & De-Armer systems.
CONTACT DETAILS MANUFACTURER:
Chemring Australia Pty. Ltd.
ABN:
96 004 669 452
FACTORY ADDRESS:
230 Staceys Rd., LARA, VIC 3212.
POSTAL ADDRESS:
PO Box 96, LARA, VIC 3212.
TELEPHONE:
+61 3 5220 8500
FACSIMILE:
+61 3 5282 3545
EMERGENCY CONTACT TELEPHONE NUMBER:
+61 (0) 427 094 613
WITHIN AUSTRALIA PLEASE USE CONTACT DETAILS ABOVE
2. ATTACHMENTS 1. MSDS, RE68PC M3 SHG, 10/RE68/SHG/MSDS/GEN/02/41, 28/11/11
Chemring Australia Pty Ltd 230 Staceys Rd, LARA, VIC, 3212 Tel: +61 3 5220 8500 Fax: +61 3 5282 3545 Email:
[email protected] Web: www.chemring.com.au
CHEMRING EOD LIMITED Poole, Dorset, UK
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET SECTION I – IDENTIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
Document Number
RE68PC M3 SHG Blank 0.5 Calibre Power Cartridge Electric Leadless, in brass case. Super High Gas The Cartridge is designed to be fired in the appropriate Chemring EOD Recoilless Disrupter & De-Armer systems. 10/RE68/SHG/MSDS/GEN/02/41
MSDS Date
28/11/11
Revision/Issue
1.6
Product Name Product ID Product Use
Manufacturer's Name
Emergency Telephone Number
Chemring EOD Limited
+44 1202 628155 (8:00 -17:00 Mon-Thurs, 8:00-13:30 Fri)
Address
Telephone Number for Information
Ordnance House, Blackhill Road,
+44 1202 628155
Holton Heath Trading Park
Email
Poole, Dorset, UK
[email protected]
BH16 6LW SECTION II – HAZARDOUS IDENTIFICATION Classification (in accordance with Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 & Directive 1999/45/EC)
Explosive
Label Elements
Harmful, Toxic
Other Hazard
SECTION III – COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Cartridge contains 11 grams of SP12 propellant and 6 grams of either propellant Vihtavuori 3N37, alternative Vihtavuori 3N38 Chemical Composition of the propellant: 3N37 and 3N38 Chemical Name CAS # EC # EU Index # Content Classification Nitrocellulose
9004-70-0
Diphenylamine
122-39-4
204-539-4
603-037-00-6
80-90 %
E; R3;R1
612-026-00-5
max. 2.0 %
T; R23/24/25; R33;N; R50-53 EY-nro: 204-539-4 HTP 8 h= 5 mg/m3 (skin) 3
Diethyldiphenylurea 85-98-3 (centralite I) Chemical Composition of the propellant: SP12 Chemical Name CAS # Nitrocellulose
9004-70-0
Nitroglycerin
53-63-0
Diphenylamine
122-39-4
max. 6.0 %
HTP 15min= 10 mg/m (skin) Xn; R22-52/53
EU Index #
Content
Classification
603-037-00-6
Remainder.
E; R3;R1
201-645-2
EC #
8.0 – 12.0
204-539-4
612-026-00-5
0.75 – 1.50
T; R23/24/25; R33;N; R50-53 EY-nro: 204-539-4 HTP 8 h= 5 mg/m3 (skin) 3
HTP 15min= 10 mg/m (skin) Deterrent
3.5 – 7.5
Potassium Nitrate
7757-79-1
Graphite
7440-44-0
231-818-8
1.50 Max 0.10 – 0.40
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET SECTION IV – FIRST AID MEASURES
SKIN CONTACT
Heating can release hazardous gases, nitrogen oxides (NOx). In case of fire and/or explosion do not breathe fumes. Remove from exposure, lie down. Oxygen or artificial respiration if needed. Obtain medical attention. Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water
EYE CONTACT
Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water, also under the eyelids.
INGESTION
Induce repeated vomiting. Information to doctor or other trained persons giving first aid Effects of breathing high concentrations of vapour may include nitrogen oxides (NOx). Symptoms of poisoning may not appear for several hours. Keep under medical supervision for at least 48 hours.
INHALATION
SECTION V – FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES Extinguishing Media Hazardous Combustion Products Protective Measures
None In case of fire and/or explosion do not breathe fumes which may contains nitrogen oxides (NOx). Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Do not attempt to fight fire, Evacuate Area and call emergency services
SECTION VI – ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Personal Precautions
Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Environmental Precautions
Prevent entry to sewer or surface water. Remove all sources of ignition. Damaged rounds can be safely repacked for disposal using mechanical non sparking tools. Repack in suitable container. Loose propellant can be swept up into suitable container for disposal in an EOD approved manner.
Method
SECTION VII – HANDLING AND STORAGE Handling
Storage
The cartridges are robust products which are safe to handle under normal conditions The unpacked cartridge should be handled with care to avoid any form of accidental electrical discharge. Ammunition should be stored in clean, dry and well ventilated magazines within the temperature range +5°C to +38°C Cartridges should be kept in the packaging supplied up to the point of use. Under stated storage condition, a shelf life of 5 years is expected. Pallet stacks should be restricted to 3m high
SECTION VIII – EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION Occupational Exposure Limits (EH40) Chemical Name Diphenylamine Graphite (Inhalable) Respiratory Protection (Specify Type)
LTEL 10mg.-3 10mg.-3
SHTEL 20mg.-3 N/A None Special
N/A N/A
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment
None Other Suitable protective gloves to Eye Protection prevent direct skin contact. Protective suit, recommend antistatic and non flammable.
Work / Hygienic Practices
Wash hands after handling substance. Launder contaminated clothing before reuse.
Environmental Exposure Control
N/A
Ventilation
None
Local Exhausts Mechanical (General) Protective Gloves
N/A
SECTION IX – PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Appearance and Odour Boiling Point/Range Melting/Freezing Point Flash Point Flammability (solid, gas)
Granular, Dark Grey.
Min 165°C Risk of ignition by shock, friction, fire or other sources of ignition.
pH Vapour Pressure Vapour Density (AIR=1) Relative Density
1,1-1,6g/cm³
Solubility
Insoluble
Flammable Limits
Partition Coefficient: noctanol/water
Auto Ignition Temperature
Specific Gravity (H²O=1)
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET UEL/LEL Explosive Properties Decomposition Temperature
Evaporation Rate Viscosity Oxidising Properties
SECTION X – STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Unstable
Stability
Stable
Conditions to Avoid X
High Temperatures
Incompatibility (Material to Avoid)
Acids
Hazard Decomposition or Byproducts
Above 50°C.
May Occur
Hazardous Polymerization
Will Not Occur
X
SECTION XI – TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Eye?
Route(s)of Entry
Inhalation?
Skin?
Ingestion?
Health Hazards Eye Contact
Unknown
Inhalation
Unknown
Skin Contact
Unknown
Ingestion Potential Adverse Health Effects Acute Toxicity Data
Unknown Unknown Diphenylamine LD50=300 mg/kg (oral gpg), Diethyldiphenylurea (centralite I) LD50=420 mg/kg (oral rat)
SECTION XII - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Ecotoxicity Persistence & Degradability Mobility
Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Bioaccumulation
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
SECTION XIII - DISPOSAL METHOD The ammunition may be disposed of by EOD approved Manner, providing appropriate attention is paid to safety distances and the necessary precautions for such an operation.
SECTION XIV - TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION UN #
UN0276
Transport Hazard Class
1.4C
UN Proper Shipping Name
Cartridge Power Device
Packing Group #
II
Environmental Hazard
N/A NEQ per container – 850g. 50 Cartridges sleeved, in cardboard tube with ferrule, in H83 Steel Ammunition Box. Packaged Ammunition can be transported in climatic categories A1 to C2
Special Precautions
SECTION XV - REGULATORY INFORMATION
Labeling
Contains
R-Phrases
Nitrocellulose, Diphenylamine, Diethyldiphenylurea Propellant Vihtavuori 3N37, alternative Vihtavuori 3N38 SP12 propellant R1 Explosive when dry R2 Risk of explosion by shock, friction, fire or other sources of ignition. R3 Extreme risk of explosion by shock, friction, fire or other sources of ignition R22 Harmful if swallowed. R23/24/25 Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed R33 Danger of cumulative effects. R50/53Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment Chemring EOD reserves the right to alter or amend the design, model and specification without prior notice. Page 3 of 3
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET R52/53 Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. S-Phrases Regulation/Legislation
S1/2 Keep locked-up and out of reach of children. S35 This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way. REGULATION (EC) No 1272/2008 Classification, Labelling and Packaging of Substances and Mixtures
SECTION XVI - OTHER INFORMATION WARNING EXPLOSIVE PRODUCTS ARE DANGEROUS AND SHOULD NOT BE USED OR DISPOSED OF EXCEPT BY PERSONS PROPERLY TRAINED IN HANDLING THEM. IF IN DOUBT AS TO ANY ASPECT OF USING OR DISPOSING OF THIS PRODUCT IT IS ESSENTIAL TO CONSULT THE PERSON DESIGNATED D.A. ABOVE.
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