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Product Detonator Material protected Safety Data Sheet explosive
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1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE MATERIAL AND SUPPLIER
Product Name
ELECTRIC DETONATORS
Company Name
Dyno Nobel Asia Pacific Limited
Address
Level 20, 111 Pacific Highway North Sydney
NSW 2060
Emergency Tel.
1800 098 836
Telephone/Fax 
Number
Tel: +61 2 9968 9000  
Fax: +61 2 9964 0170
Recommended Use
Initiating explosive charges
Name
Product Code
Other Names
Electric Super LP
Electric Super SP
Instadet® Electric Detonator
Additional 
Information
Note: This substance is an explosive product classified Class 1.1B Dangerous 
Good
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Hazard Classification Classified as Hazardous, according to criteria of National Occupational Health & 
Safety Commission, Australia (NOHSC).
Classified as Dangerous Goods, according to the Australian Code for the 
Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail.
Risk Phrase(s)
R20/22 Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed. 
R3 Extreme risk of explosion by shock, friction, fire or other sources of 
ignition. 
R33 Danger of cumulative effects. 
R51/53 Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the 
aquatic environment. 
R61(1) May cause harm to the unborn child 
R62 Possible risk of impaired fertility.
Safety Phrase(s)
S22 Do not breathe dust. 
S34 Avoid shock and friction. 
S35 This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way. 
S36/37 Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves. 
S53 Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use. 
S61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/safety data 
sheet.
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Information on 
Composition
Contains barium salts and lead compounds.
Name
CAS
Proportion
Ingredients
30-60 %
78-11-5
Pentaerythritol tetranitrate (PETN)
10-30 %
10294-40-3
Barium Chromate
0-9.99 %
9004-70-0
Nitrocellulose
0-9.99 %
4682-03-5
DDNP (Diazodinitrophenol)
0-9.99 %
1309-60-0
Lead Dioxide
0-9.99 %
7778-74-7
Potassium Perchlorate
0-9.99 %
7740-42-8
Boron
0-9.99 %
7440-33-7
Tungsten
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4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation
If inhaled, remove from contaminated area. Apply artificial respiration if not 
breathing. If symptoms develop seek immediate medical attention.
Ingestion
Do NOT induce vomiting. Wash out mouth with water. If symptoms develop seek 
medical attention.
Skin
Wash affected area thoroughly with copious amounts of running water. Remove 
contaminated clothing and wash before reuse or discard. If symptoms develop seek 
medical attention.
Eye
If contact with the eye(s) occurs, wash with copious amounts of water holding 
eyelid(s) open. Take care not to rinse contaminated water into the non-affected 
eye. If symptoms persist seek medical attention.
First Aid Facilities
Eye wash fountain, safety shower and normal washroom facilities.
Advice to Doctor
Treat symptomatically.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Fire Fighting 
Measures
DO NOT FIGHT FIRES. In the cases of a small fire, if explosive is burning, 
immediately isolate area and evacuate personnel to a safe distance. Evacuate up 
wind of the fire as hazardous decomposition products include lead fumes.
Suitable Extinguishing 
Media
DO NOT FIGHT FIRES. Immediately isolate area and evacuate personnel to a safe 
distance.
Hazards from 
Combustion Products
Under fire conditions this product may emit toxic and/or irritating fumes 
including carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide.
Special Protective 
Equipment for fire 
fighters
Fire fighters should wear full protective clothing and self-contained breathing 
apparatus (SCBA) operated in positive pressure mode.
Specific Hazards
Product may explode when subjected to fire, supersonic shock or high energy 
projectile impact especially when confined or in large quantities.
Hazchem Code
E
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Emergency ProceduresSurplus or defective explosives must not be placed in any waterway, thrown away, 
discarded or placed with rubbish. 
  
Destruction of explosives must be carried out by suitably qualified personnel. 
If necessary, the relevant statutory authorities must be notified. In all 
circumstances, detonation is the preferred method of disposal.
 
The residue from spills and the burning of explosives may be toxic to livestock 
and/or wildlife.
 
Remove all sources of heat, sparks, flame, friction or electricity. Shovel or 
sweep up. Recover material into suitably labelled containers.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for Safe 
Handling
Use smallest possible amounts in designated areas with adequate ventilation. 
Avoid sources of shock, friction, heat and ignition. Avoid contact with 
oxidising materials. Have emergency equipment (for fires, spills, leaks, etc.) 
readily available. Label containers. Keep containers closed when not in use. 
Wear appropriate protective equipment to prevent inhalation, skin and eye 
contact. It is essential that all who come into contact with this material 
maintain high standards of personal hygiene ie. Washing hands prior to eating, 
drinking, smoking or using toilet facilities.
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Conditions for Safe 
Storage
Store in a cool, dry, well ventilated magazine licensed for Class 1.1B 
Explosives. Keep storage area free of sources of shock, friction, heat, ignition 
and combustible materials. Keep containers closed when not in use and securely 
sealed and protected against physical damage. Inspect regularly for deficiencies 
such as damage or leaks. Always keep in containers made of the same material as 
the supply container. Have appropriate fire extinguishers available in and near 
the storage area. Avoid any contamination of this material as it is very 
reactive and any contamination is potentially hazardous. Reference should be 
made to AS 2187.1-1998 Explosives - Storage, transport and use - Storage. 
Reference should also be made to all State and Federal regulations.
Avoid undue force on detonator shell. Detonators should never be stored with 
explosives and must be stored separately in a detonator magazine or store. Keep 
away from heat, flame, ignition sources and avoid strong shock. Do not attempt 
to disassemble.Store and transport in accordance with Local, State and Federal 
requirements.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
National Exposure 
Standards
No exposure limits have been established for this material by the National 
Occupational Health And Safety Commission (NOHSC), however the exposure limits 
for the constituents are;
SUBSTANCE               
 TWA          
STEL      
Notes
                      
ppm   mg/m³  
ppm    mg/m³
Tungsten: 
5 mg/m3 (NOHSC)
Barium Chromate - 
0.1 (Cr203) (ACGIH)
Lead Dioxide
0.05 ((Pb)  (ACGIH)
Biological Limit 
Values
No Biological limit available.
Engineering Controls When test firing,ensure sufficient ventilation to keep airborne concentrations 
below exposure limits. Mechanical exhaust ventilation may be required.
Respiratory Protection If engineering controls are not effective in controlling airborne exposure then 
respiratory protective equipment should be used suitable for protecting against 
airborne contaminants. Final choice of appropriate breathing protection is 
dependant upon actual airborne concentrations and the type of breathing 
protection required will vary according to individual circumstances. Expert 
advice may be required to make this decision. Reference should be made to 
Australian Standards AS/NZS 1715, Selection, Use and maintenance of Respiratory 
Protective Devices; and AS/NZS 1716, Respiratory Protective Devices.
Eye Protection
Safety glasses with side shields, goggles or full-face shield as appropriate 
recommended. Final choice of appropriate eye/face protection will vary 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(PVC or neoprene gloves). 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
Suitable protective clothing should be worn e.g. cotton overalls buttoned at 
neck and wrist. When this product is handled the use of plastic aprons and 
rubber boots is recommended.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance
Metal tube closed at one end, capped at the other with electric leg wires.
Solubility in Water
Insoluble.
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Flammability
Explosive material - avoid all ignition sources and sources of heat.
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Conditions to Avoid
Avoid sources of heat and incompatible materials.
Incompatible 
Materials
Avoid contact with other explosives, pyrotechnics, solvents, acids, alkalis, 
reducing agents, amines, phosphorous, organic materials/compounds, finely 
divided combustible materials, finely divided metals and metal oxides.
Hazardous 
Decomposition 
Products
Thermal decomposition may result in the release of toxic and/or irritating fumes 
including ammonia and oxides of nitrogen.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxicology 
Information
No toxicity data available for this product. The main hazard is the possibility 
of exposure to lead fumes when test firing detonators in a confined space or 
poorly ventilated area.
Inhalation
Harmful by inhalation. Inhalation of product vapours will cause irritation of 
the nose, throat and respiratory system. Avoid breathing fumes from detonation. 
As a result of detonation only: Nitrogen (N2), Carbon Monoxide (CO), Water 
(H2O), Nitrous Oxides (NOx), Lead (Pb) and various oxides and complex oxides of 
metals.
Ingestion
Harmful if swallowed. Ingestion of this product will irritate the gastric tract 
causing nausea and vomiting.
Skin
May cause redness, itching and irritation.
Eye
May cause eye irritation, tearing, stinging, blurred vision, and redness.
Chronic Effects
Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause defatting leading to dermatitis.
Reproductive Toxicity Category 1 reproductive toxin: May cause harm to the unborn child.
Carcinogenicity
Catagory 3 carcinogen. Possible risk of irreversible effects.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity
Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic 
environment.
Persistence / 
Degradability
No data available for this specific product.
Mobility
No data available for this specific product.
Environ. Protection
Prevent this material entering waterways, drains and sewers
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Disposal 
Considerations
Destruction of explosives must be carried out by suitably qualified and licensed 
personnel. If necessary, the relevant Statutory Authorities must be notified.
In all circumstances, detonation is the preferred method of disposal.
Detonators with shunted wires should be taped onto a cap sensitive cartridged 
explosive. Up to 100 detonators may be disposed of at one time. Shunted leg 
wires should be bundled together and the charge, primed with a good detonator, 
placed with the detonators pointing down into a hole which is at least 0.6 m 
deep. The charge is covered with paper or plastic and the hole backfilled with 
sand or stone-free soil. Personnel must be evacuated to a safe distance in 
accordance with relevant local regulations prior to initiation of the charge. 
After detonation the area is inspected for any unexploded detonator. Leg wires 
are to be disposed of in landfill in accordance with local regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
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Transport InformationThis material is classified as a Class 1 (Explosive) Dangerous Good according 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
U.N. Number
0030
Proper Shipping Name AMMUNITION, INCENDIARY
DG Class
1.1B
Hazchem Code
E
Packaging Method
E104
Packing Group
see 'Other information' (*)
EPG Number
EXP1
IERG Number
02
Other Information
(*) Unless specific provision to the contrary is made, the packagings used for 
explosives shall comply with at least the requirements for solids or liquids (as 
appropriate) of Packing Group II (medium danger). 
Further information related to packaging, IBCS and Unit loads for explosives can 
be obtained from Australian Explosives Code.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Poisons Schedule
Not Scheduled
Hazard Category
Toxic,Dangerous for the environment,Explosive
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Date of preparation or 
last revision of MSDS
MSDS Reviewed and renamed as ELECTRIC DETONATORS: May 2007
Supercedes: July 2002
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Contact Person/Point Dyno Nobel Asia Pacific Limited
Mt Thorley Technical Centre
Telephone: +61 2 6574 2500
Fax: +61 2 65 74 6849
 
DISCLAIMER: The information and suggestions above concern explosive
products which should only be dealt with by persons having
appropriate technical skills, training and licences. The results
depend to a large degree on the conditions under which the
products are stored, transported and used.
While Dyno Nobel Asia Pacific makes every effort to ensure the
details contained in the data sheet are as current and accurate as
possible the conditions under which its products are used are not
within Dyno Nobel Asia Pacific Limited's control. Each user is
responsible for being aware of the details in the data sheet and the
product applications in the specific context of the intended use.
Buyers and users assume all risk, responsibility and liability arising
from the use of this product and the information in this data sheet.
Dyno Nobel Asia Pacific Limited is not responsible for damages of
any nature resulting from the use of its products or reliance upon
the information. Dyno Nobel Asia Pacific Limited makes no
express or implied warranties other than those implied mandatory
by Commonwealth, State or Territory legislation.
Other Information
This MSDS has been transcribed into Infosafe NOHSC format from an original 
issued by the manufacturer on the date shown.  Any disclaimer by the 
manufacturer may not be included in the transcription.
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