Product Name: Aerophine 3418A
Chemical Name: Sodium diisobutyldithiophosphinate
Common Name: Aerophine
Product Code: 3418A
Recommended Use: Flotation reagent in mineral processing
Supplier: Solvay or authorized distributor
Emergency Phone Number: Refer to supplier’s emergency line
Address: Company’s local or headquarters address, as displayed on drum labels
GHS Classification: Acute toxicity (Oral), Hazardous to aquatic environment, Skin irritant, Eye irritant
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Harmful if swallowed or inhaled, causes skin and eye irritation, very toxic to aquatic life
Precautionary Statements: Wash skin thoroughly after handling, avoid release to environment, use only outdoors or in well-ventilated areas, wear protective gloves and eye protection
Hazard Pictograms: Skull and crossbones, exclamation mark, environment symbol
Main Ingredient: Sodium diisobutyldithiophosphinate (CAS: 3338-24-7), concentration typically 40%-90%
Other Ingredients: Water, ethanol, or proprietary additives for formulation stability; additives usually kept below 10%
Impurities: Minimal, mostly residual solvents or fermentation by-products, usually not hazardous at listed levels
Inhalation: Move affected person to fresh air, keep warm and at rest, consult physician if symptoms such as coughing or difficulty breathing persist
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, rinse skin immediately with soap and water, seek medical advice for persistent irritation
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses, continue rinsing, get immediate medical attention if irritation continues
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, drink water (if conscious), do not induce vomiting, seek emergency medical help if feeling unwell
Most Important Symptoms: Burning sensation in eyes or throat, redness, gastrointestinal upset
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide; water spray for large fires due to possible runoff issues
Unsuitable Media: Do not use direct water jet
Precautions for Firefighters: Protective fire-fighting clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus
Hazardous Combustion Products: Sulfur oxides, phosphorus oxides, nitrogen oxides, irritating fumes
Special Procedures: Contain runoff to avoid environmental contamination, ventilate area after fire extinction
Personal Precautions: Wear protective equipment, avoid skin and eye contact, use respiratory protection in poorly ventilated areas
Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so, avoid discharge into drains, watercourses, or soil
Methods for Clean-Up: Absorb with inert material such as sand or earth, collect in suitable containers for disposal, decontaminate spill site with water and detergent
Handling: Avoid inhalation of vapors, mists, or dust, minimize skin and eye contact, keep containers tightly closed when not in use, maintain adequate ventilation
Storage: Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated, and lockable area away from incompatible materials, avoid temperatures above 40°C, protect from sunlight and moisture, keep away from acids and oxidizers, restrict access to authorized personnel
Exposure Limits: No specific occupational exposure limits established for main ingredient; employ general exposure limit guidelines for nuisance dusts where applicable
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation, eye wash stations, and safety showers in work area
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile or neoprene), splash-proof goggles, lab coat, and, if significant vapor present, an approved respirator
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands before eating, smoking, or using toilet, remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse
Appearance: Clear to light amber liquid
Odor: Distinctive, sulfurous
pH (in solution): Roughly 9-12
Solubility: Miscible in water
Melting/Freezing Point: Below 0°C
Boiling Point: Above 100°C (for aqueous solution)
Vapor Pressure: Low at room temperature
Specific Gravity: 1.00 – 1.10 g/cm³
Flash Point: Not flammable below 93°C, rarely reaches flash point under normal use
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not available
Viscosity: Similar to water depending on concentration
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal storage and recommended handling conditions
Reactivity: Reacts with strong oxidizers, acids. Reacts violently with strong reducing agents, possible release of hydrogen sulfide
Conditions to Avoid: Extreme temperatures, exposure to acids, improper storage
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Sulfur oxides, phosphine, toxic fumes
Polymerization: No hazardous polymerization expected
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin and eye contact, ingestion
Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50 (rat) estimated between 500-2000 mg/kg
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Can irritate on prolonged or repeated exposure
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Mild to moderate irritation possible
Respiratory Sensitization: Fumes can cause respiratory tract irritation
Chronic Effects: No proven carcinogenic, mutagenic, or teratogenic effects in current data, but chronic exposure not fully assessed
Other Symptoms: Nausea, dizziness, headache possible after exposure
Ecotoxicity: Very toxic to aquatic organisms, acute and long-term hazard
Mobility: Highly water-soluble; may disperse quickly in aquatic environments
Persistence and Degradability: Slow degradation in soil and water, can persist if not treated
Bioaccumulative Potential: Data limited, low bioaccumulation expected
Other Effects: Can cause algal and invertebrate mortality at low concentrations
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose at approved chemical waste treatment facility, comply with local environmental regulations, packaging and residues must be collected and disposed of safely
Special Precautions: Do not allow into sewers, drains, surface water, or soil; avoid incineration without effective scrubbers
Contaminated Packaging: Empty drums should be triple-rinsed, processed per site procedures, and sent to licensed waste handlers
UN Number: 3077 (ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S. — applies to many formulations, check label)
Proper Shipping Name: Environmentally hazardous substance, solid, n.o.s. (Sodium diisobutyldithiophosphinate mixture)
Transport Hazard Class: 9 (miscellaneous dangerous substances)
Packing Group: III
Environmental Hazards: Marine pollutant when shipped in large quantities
Transport Modality: By land, sea, or air, ensure all containers are sealed and labeled according to regulatory requirements
Special Precautions for User: Use secondary containment as needed to prevent leaks during transport
Regulation Compliance: Meets registration requirements set by TSCA (US), REACH (EU), WHMIS (Canada), GHS (UN Model), and other local authorities
Labeling Requirements: Accurate hazard symbols, product identification, precautions, supplier contact
Hazard Classification: Classified as dangerous for the environment and health under global standards
Restrictions: Restrictions on use in certain jurisdictions for aquatic toxicity; refer to specific regional guidance
Documentation: Safety documentation and training for workers must be updated and on site per labor and safety authorities’ requirements
