Surface Activator SDS 2025
SAFETY DATA SHEET
SECTION 1: IDENTIFICATION
Product Name: Surface Activator Solution
Other Means of Identification: Acid Dip Solution, Nickel Activator
Intended Use of the Product: Electroplating bath and brush
Restrictions on Use: For professional use only
Name, Address, and Telephone of the Responsible Party
Manufacturer:
Gold Plating Services
378 North Main #112 Layton, UT 84041
T: (801) 546 6200
www.GoldPlating.com
Emergency Telephone Number
PERS (801) 629-0667 or (800) 633-8253
SECTION 2: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification of the Substance or Mixture
Skin Irrit. 2
Eye Irrit. 2A
Carc. 1A
Label Elements
Hazard Pictograms:
Signal Word:
Danger
Hazard Statements:
Causes skin irritation.
Causes serious eye irritation.
May cause cancer (from inhalation).
Precautionary Statements:
Obtain special instructions before use.
Wash hands, forearms and face thoroughly after handling.
Wear protective gloves, eye protection, face protection, protective clothing.
IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water.
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
Specific treatment (see Section 4).
If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
Store locked up.
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national, territorial, provincial, and international regulations.
Other Hazards
Exposure may aggravate those with pre-existing eye, skin, or respiratory conditions. If involved in a fire and thermal decomposition occurs, or other decomposition occurs corrosive, toxic, and acrid vapors may be released.
Unknown Acute Toxicity
Not applicable
SECTION 3: COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Mixture:
|
Name |
Product Identifier |
% (w/w) |
Classification |
|
Demineralized water |
(CAS No) 7732-18-5 |
97 |
Not classified |
|
Sulfuric acid |
(CAS No) 7664-93-9 |
< 3 |
Skin Corr. 1A |
SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES
Description of First Aid Measures
After Inhalation: Move to fresh air. Keep at rest and in a position comfortable for breathing. Seek medical attention. Symptoms may be delayed.
After Skin Contact: Remove/take off all contaminated clothing immediately. Rinse immediately with plenty of water for 15 minutes. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
After Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do so. Continue rinsing. Obtain medical attention if irritation persists.
After Ingestion: Rinse mouth thoroughly with water. Do NOT induce vomiting. Seek medical attention immediately.
Most Important Symptoms and Effects, Both Acute and Delayed
Symptoms/Injuries: Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause cancer.
After Inhalation: Contact may cause immediate severe irritation progressing quickly to chemical burns. May cause pulmonary edema. Symptoms may be delayed.
After Skin Contact: Causes skin irritation.
After Eye Contact: Causes serious eye irritation.
After Ingestion: Contact may cause immediate severe irritation progressing quickly to chemical burns. Swallowing a small quantity of this material will result in serious health hazard.
Chronic Symptoms: Strong inorganic acid mists containing sulfuric acid are carcinogenic to humans. May cause cancer by inhalation.
Indication of Any Immediate Medical Attention and Special Treatment Needed
If exposed or concerned, get medical advice and attention. If you feel unwell, seek medical advice (show the label where possible).
SECTION 5: FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable Extinguishing Media
Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire.
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media
Do not use a heavy water stream.
Specific Hazards Arising From the Substance or Mixture
Fire Hazard: Not flammable.
Explosion Hazard: Product is not explosive.
Reactivity: Reacts with (strong) oxidizers: (increased) risk of fire.
Advice for Firefighters
Precautionary Measures: Exercise caution when fighting any chemical fire. Under fire conditions, hazardous fumes will be present.
Protection During Firefighting: Firefighters must use full bunker gear including NIOSH-approved, positive-pressure, self-contained breathing apparatus to protect against potential hazardous combustion and decomposition products.
SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precautions, Protective Equipment, and Emergency Procedures
General Measures: Avoid all unnecessary exposure. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Do not breathe vapor, mist, or spray.
For Non-Emergency Personnel: Use appropriate personal protection equipment (PPE). Evacuate unnecessary personnel. Keep upwind.
For Emergency Personnel: Equip cleanup crew with proper protection. Stop leak if safe to do so. Ventilate area. Eliminate ignition sources.
Environmental Precautions
Do not allow entrance to drains or water courses. Prevent entry to sewers and public waters. Contact competent authorities after a spill.
Methods and Material for Containment and Cleaning Up
For Containment: Contain any spills with dikes or absorbents to prevent migration and entry into sewers or streams.
Methods for Cleaning Up: Ventilate area. Cautiously neutralize spilled liquid. Clear up spills immediately and dispose of waste safely. Small quantities of liquid spill: take up in non-combustible absorbent material and shovel into container for disposal. Collect absorbed material and place into a sealed, labeled container for proper disposal. Practice good housekeeping - spillage can be slippery on smooth surfaces, either wet or dry.
SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for Safe Handling
Additional Hazards When Processed: Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas. May be corrosive to metals.
Hygiene Measures: Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety procedures. Always wash your hands immediately after handling this product, and once again before leaving the workplace. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Wash contaminated clothing
before reuse. Do not eat, drink or smoke in areas where product is used.
Conditions for Safe Storage, Including Any Incompatibilities
Technical Measures: Observe all regulations and local requirements regarding storage of containers.
Storage Conditions: Store in a dry, cool, and well-ventilated place. Keep container closed when not in use. Store away from oxygen and oxidizers. Storage areas should be periodically checked for corrosion and integrity. Keep only in the original container.
Incompatible Materials: Water, humidity. Alkaline solutions. Metals. Oxidizers. Reducing agents. Combustible materials.
SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Limits
For substances listed in section 3 that are not listed here, there are no established exposure limits from the manufacturer, supplier, importer, or the appropriate advisory agency including: ACGIH (TLV), AIHA (WEEL), NIOSH (REL), or OSHA (PEL), Canadian provincial governments, or the Mexican government.
Sulfuric acid (7664-93-9)
|
Mexico |
OEL TWA (mg/m3) |
1 mg/m3 |
|
USA ACGIH |
ACGIH TWA (mg/m3) |
0.2 mg/m3 (thoracic fraction) |
|
USA OSHA |
OSHA PEL (TWA) (mg/m3) |
1 mg/m3 |
|
USA NIOSH |
NIOSH REL (TWA) (mg/m3) |
1 mg/m3 |
|
USA IDLH |
US IDLH (mg/m3) |
15 mg/m3 |
|
Alberta |
OEL STEL (mg/m3) |
3 mg/m3 |
|
Alberta |
OEL TWA (mg/m3) |
1 mg/m3 |
|
British Columbia |
OEL TWA (mg/m3) |
0.2 mg/m3 (Thoracic, contained in strong inorganic acid mists) |
|
Manitoba |
OEL TWA (mg/m3) |
0.2 mg/m3 (thoracic fraction) |
|
New Brunswick |
OEL STEL (mg/m3) |
3 mg/m3 |
|
New Brunswick |
OEL TWA (mg/m3) |
1 mg/m3 |
|
Newfoundland & Labrador |
OEL TWA (mg/m3) |
0.2 mg/m3 (thoracic fraction) |
|
Nova Scotia |
OEL TWA (mg/m3) |
0.2 mg/m3 (thoracic fraction) |
|
Nunavut |
OEL STEL (mg/m3) |
3 mg/m3 |
|
Nunavut |
OEL TWA (mg/m3) |
1 mg/m3 |
|
Northwest Territories |
OEL STEL (mg/m3) |
3 mg/m3 |
|
Northwest Territories |
OEL TWA (mg/m3) |
1 mg/m3 |
|
Ontario |
OEL TWA (mg/m3) |
0.2 mg/m3 (thoracic) |
|
Prince Edward Island |
OEL TWA (mg/m3) |
0.2 mg/m3 (thoracic fraction) |
|
Québec |
VECD (mg/m3) |
3 mg/m3 |
|
Québec |
VEMP (mg/m3) |
1 mg/m3 |
|
Saskatchewan |
OEL STEL (mg/m3) |
0.6 mg/m3 (thoracic fraction) |
|
Saskatchewan |
OEL TWA (mg/m3) |
0.2 mg/m3 (thoracic fraction) |
|
Yukon |
OEL STEL (mg/m3) |
1 mg/m3 |
|
Yukon |
OEL TWA (mg/m3) |
1 mg/m3 |
Appropriate Engineering Controls
Emergency eye wash fountains should be available in the immediate vicinity of any potential exposure. Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas. Ensure all national/local regulations are observed.
Personal Protective Equipment
Materials for Protective Clothing: Chemically resistant materials and fabrics.
Hand Protection: Impermeable protective gloves.
Eye Protection: A full face shield is recommended. Chemical safety goggles.
Skin and Body Protection: Chemical resistant suit. Rubber apron, boots.
Respiratory Protection: Use a NIOSH-approved respirator or self-contained breathing apparatus whenever exposure may exceed established Occupational Exposure Limits.
SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State: Liquid
Color: Light red solution
Odor: Slight acid odor
Odor Threshold: Not available
Melting Point: Not available
Freezing Point: Not available
Boiling Point: Not available
Flammability (solid, gas): Not applicable
Upper/Lower Explosion Limits: Product is not explosive
Flash Point: Not applicable
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not applicable
Decomposition Temperature: Not available
pH: 1.2
Kinematic Viscosity: Not available
Solubility: Not available
Partition Coefficient N-Octanol/Water: Not available
Vapor Pressure: Not available
Evaporation Rate: Not available
Density: Not available
Relative Vapor Density: Not available
Particle Characteristics: Not applicable
SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity: Reacts with (strong) oxidizers: (increased) risk of fire.
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended handling and storage conditions.
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: Hazardous polymerization will not occur.
Conditions to Avoid: Direct sunlight, extremely high or low temperatures, open flames, sources of ignition and incompatible materials.
Incompatible Materials: Water, humidity. Alkaline solutions. Metals. Oxidizers. Reducing agents. Combustible materials.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Corrosive vapors. Sulfuric acid will release sulfur oxides at high temperatures. Sulfur oxides are toxic.
SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Routes of Exposure and Symptoms
Inhalation: Contact may cause immediate severe irritation progressing quickly to chemical burns. May cause pulmonary edema. Symptoms may be delayed.
Skin Contact: Causes skin irritation.
Eye Contact: Causes serious eye irritation.
Ingestion: Contact may cause immediate severe irritation progressing quickly to chemical burns. Swallowing a small quantity of this material will result in serious health hazards.
Delayed and Immediate Effects & Chronic Effects from Short and Long Term Exposure
Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: Not classified
Germ Cell Mutagenicity: Not classified
Teratogenicity: Not classified
Carcinogenicity: May cause cancer (inhalation).
Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure): Not classified
Reproductive Toxicity: Not classified
Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure): Not classified
Aspiration Hazard: Not classified
Chronic Effects: Strong inorganic acid mists containing sulfuric acid are carcinogenic to humans. May cause cancer by inhalation.
Acute Toxicity Estimates
Sulfuric acid (7664-93-9)
|
LD50 Oral Rat |
2140 mg/kg |
|
LC50 Inhalation Rat |
510 mg/m3 (Exposure time: 2 h) |
Interactive Effects
Not classified
Carcinogen Listings
IARC: 1
NTP: No
OSHA: No
SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity
Sulfuric acid (7664-93-9)
|
LC50 Fish 1 |
500 mg/l (Exposure time: 96 h - Species: Brachydanio rerio [static]) |
|
LC 50 Fish 2 |
42 mg/l (Exposure time: 96 h - Species: Gambusia affinis [static]) |
Persistence and Degradability
Not available
Bioaccumulative Potential
Sulfuric acid (7664-93-9)
|
BCF Fish 1 |
(no bioaccumulation) |
Mobility in Soil
Not available
Other Adverse Effects
Avoid release to the environment.
SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Sewage Disposal Recommendations
Do not dispose of waste into sewer. Do not empty into drains; dispose of this material and its container in a safe way.
Waste Disposal Recommendations
Dispose of waste material in accordance with all local, regional, national, provincial, territorial and international regulations.
SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION
In Accordance with DOT, IMDG, TDG and IATA: Not regulated for transport.
SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION
US Federal Regulations
Surface Activator Solution / Acid Dip Solution:
|
SARA Section 311/312 Hazard Classes |
Immediate (acute) health hazard |
Water (7732-18-5):
Listed on the United States TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) inventory
Sulfuric acid (7664-93-9):
Listed on the United States TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act)
Inventory listed on the United States SARA Section 302
Listed on United States SARA Section 313
|
SARA Section 302 Threshold Planning Quantity (TPQ) |
1000 |
|
SARA Section 313 - Emission Reporting |
1.0 % (acid aerosols including mists, vapors, gas, fog, and other airborne forms of any particle size) |
US State Regulations
Sulfuric acid (7664-93-9):
|
U.S. - California - Proposition 65 - Carcinogens List |
WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer. |
Strong inorganic acid mists containing sulfuric acid (RR-03978-1):
|
U.S. - California - Proposition 65 - Carcinogens List |
WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer. |
Sulfuric acid (7664-93-9):
U.S. - Massachusetts - Right To Know List
U.S. - New Jersey - Right to Know Hazardous Substance List
U.S. - Pennsylvania - RTK (Right to Know) - Environmental Hazard List
U.S. - Pennsylvania - RTK (Right to Know) List
Canadian Regulations
Surface Activator Solution / Acid Dip Solution:
|
WHMIS Classification |
Class D Division 2 Subdivision A - Very toxic material causing other toxic effects Class D Division 2 Subdivision B - Toxic material causing other toxic effects Class E - Corrosive Material |
Water (7732-18-5):
Listed on the Canadian DSL (Domestic Substances List)
|
WHMIS Classification |
Uncontrolled product according to WHMIS classification criteria |
Sulfuric acid (7664-93-9):
Listed on the Canadian DSL (Domestic Substances List)
Listed on the Canadian IDL (Ingredient Disclosure List)
IDL Concentration 1 %
|
WHMIS Classification |
Class E - Corrosive Material Class D Division 2 Subdivision A - Very toxic material causing other toxic effects |
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations (CPR) and the SDS contains all of the information required by CPR.
SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION, INCLUDING DATE OF PREPARATION OR LAST REVISION
Current SDS preparation date: October 15, 2024
Last SDS Preparation Date: January 15, 2022
Original SDS preparation date: October 23, 2014
Other Information
This document has been prepared in accordance with the SDS requirements of the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200.
Disclaimer: To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above-named manufacturer/supplier nor any of its subsidiaries assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein. Final determination of the suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present unknown hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist.