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Product Name: Nitrocellulose Solution
Other Names: Collodion, Flash Paper Solution
Recommended Use: Surface coatings, varnishes, printing inks, nail lacquers
Supplier Details: Manufacturer name, address, and phone contact
Emergency Contact: 24-hour emergency phone number
CAS Number: 9004-70-0 (Nitrocellulose), varied solvents
UN Number: 3272 (Flammable Liquid, N.O.S.)
Signal Word: Danger
Hazard Classification: Flammable liquid (Category 2), Eye irritation (Category 2), Specific organ toxicity (Single exposure, Category 3)
Hazard Statements: Highly flammable, causes eye and skin irritation, vapors may cause drowsiness or dizziness
Pictogram: Flame, Exclamation Mark
Precautionary Statements: Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames; wear protective gloves and eye protection; use explosion-proof equipment; avoid inhaling vapors
Potential Health Effects: Skin or eye contact irritates, inhalation leads to headaches or nausea, ingestion can damage gastrointestinal tract
Nitrocellulose: 10-55% (CAS: 9004-70-0)
Solvent (e.g., Ethanol, Butyl Acetate, Isopropanol): 45-90% combined (approved flammable organics, each with its own CAS)
Additives: Water <5%, other stabilizers or plasticizers as performance modifiers
Impurities: Trace stabilizer content (to prevent decomposition)
Inhalation: Move victim to fresh air, support breathing, seek medical help if dizziness persists
Eye Contact: Rinse gently with clean water for at least 15 minutes, remove contact lenses if present, continue flushing, get medical attention
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash with plenty of soap and water, call a doctor if irritation develops
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, call poison control, seek hospital support promptly
General Notes: Rescue personnel should wear suitable protection, show MSDS when available to medical responders
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, CO2
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Water jet (spreads liquid and fire)
Specific Hazards: Burning releases toxic gases like nitrogen oxides and carbon monoxide; containers may explode if heated
Protective Measures: Wear full fire gear, self-contained breathing apparatus
Advice for Firefighters: Keep surrounding containers cool with water mist, remove from danger zone if safe, contain runoff
Personal Precautions: Evacuate area, wear respirators and chemical-resistant gloves, shut off potential ignition sources
Environmental Precautions: Prevent spillage from entering drains or waterways, notify authorities if large amounts escape
Clean-Up Methods: Absorb small spills with inert dry material (sand, vermiculite), shovel into labeled drum for disposal, ventilate area
Decontamination: Wash spill site with water after collection, avoid using combustible cleaning tools
Handling: Ground and bond all equipment, open containers carefully, avoid inhaling vapors, do not smoke, handle away from static electricity sources
Storage: Store under 30°C in tightly closed containers, reserve separate from oxidizers or acids, secure in dedicated flammables area with ventilation
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, sunlight, open flames, sparks
Packaging Material: Use steel or HDPE drums tested for flammable liquids, avoid glass or weak plastics that might break
Exposure Limits: Consult local regulations for permissible exposure (e.g., OSHA TWA for solvents typically ≈ 500 ppm, short-term exposures lower for fumes)
Engineering Controls: Mechanical ventilation or fume hoods to maintain vapor levels below limit
Personal Protection: Chemical splash goggles, butyl/rubber gloves, long-sleeved flame-resistant clothes, approved respirators in poorly ventilated areas
Hygiene Measures: Avoid eating or drinking in work areas, wash hands after contact, remove contaminated clothing promptly
Appearance: Clear to milky liquid
Odor: Sharp, sweet, solvent-like
Odor Threshold: Noticeable at low vapor concentrations
pH: Not applicable
Melting Point/Freezing Point: Below 0°C (solution depends on solvent mix)
Initial Boiling Point and Boiling Range: ~76-130°C (depends on solvent)
Flash Point: -4°C to 25°C
Evaporation Rate: Fast
Flammability: Liquid and vapors ignite easily
Vapor Pressure: Moderate (depends on solvent, up to 10 kPa at 20°C)
Vapor Density: Heavier than air
Relative Density: 0.8-1.1
Solubility: Miscible with alcohols and esters
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not available for mixture
Auto-ignition Temperature: ~180-200°C
Decomposition Temperature: Above 140°C
Viscosity: Thin to moderately thick depending on nitrocellulose ratio
Chemical Stability: Solution remains stable in tightly closed, cool containers
Potentially Hazardous Reactions: Exothermic polymerization or decomposition in acid/alkalis, reacts with oxidizing agents (risk of fire/explosion)
Conditions to Avoid: Flames, sparks, static discharge, heat above recommended storage temperature
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, peroxides, metal powders, alkalies
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Nitrous fumes, CO2, CO
Acute Toxicity: Low by skin touch; moderate by inhalation (solvents can depress central nervous system)
Skin Irritation: Prolonged exposure causes dryness, redness
Eye Damage/Irritation: Liquid and vapor irritate; splashes can burn or blur vision
Respiratory Sensitization: Vapors can bring coughing, headache, nausea
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as carcinogen, but some solvents may contain small amounts of contaminants
Mutagenicity/Teratogenicity: Not established for mixture; solvents may present risks if abused
Chronic Effects: Long-term exposure can affect kidney or liver, depending on exposure route and solvent content
Ecotoxicity: Solvents harm aquatic organisms; nitrocellulose adds physical burden to water
Persistence and Degradability: Solvents evaporate quickly, nitrocellulose breaks down slowly
Bioaccumulation Potential: Low for solvents, nitrocellulose unlikely to build up in organisms
Mobility in Soil: Liquid moves rapidly through porous substrates, can reach water tables if not controlled
Other Hazards: Spilled solution forms flammable sheen on water
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose through licensed hazardous waste handler, incinerate liquid waste in permitted facility
Container Disposal: Empty drums must be drained thoroughly, left open in safe place to evaporate residues, puncture, send to scrap or hazardous waste processor
Contaminated Packaging: Treat as flammable residue, avoid reuse
UN Number: 3272
Proper Shipping Name: Flammable Liquid, N.O.S. (contains Nitrocellulose and solvent)
Transport Hazard Class: 3 (Flammable Liquids)
Packing Group: II
Label Required: Flame pictogram, shipping class 3 warning
Transport Precautions: Keep containers upright, secure against movement, shield from heat or sunlight, use approved drums or cans for shipping
U.S. Regulations: OSHA (hazardous chemical), TSCA (components listed), SARA Title III Section 313 (solvents may be reportable), EPA CAA (volatile organics regulations)
EU Regulations: REACH preregistered, CLP labeling required, subject to Seveso directive if stored in bulk
Label Elements: GHS/CLP pictograms for flammable liquids and irritation; R and S phrases for hazards
Workplace Standards: Employee right-to-know, workplace signage, safety training, and documented risk assessment
