Chemical name: Ammonium sulfide ((NH4)2(Sx)), Ammonium sulfide [(NH4)2(Sx)] Final regulatory action has been taken for the category: Industrial Final regulatory action: The chemical is Severely Restricted Use or uses prohibited by the final regulatory action: 1.Shall not be used in jokes and hoaxes or in objects intended to be used as such, for instances as a constituent of sneezing powder and stink bombs. 2.However, paragraph 1 does not apply to stink bombs containing not more than 1.5 ml of liquid Use or uses that remain allowed: All other uses not listed above. The final regulatory action was based on a risk or hazard evaluation: Yes Summary of the final regulatory action: Shall not be used in jokes and hoaxes or in objects intended to be used as such, for instances as a constituent of sneezing powder and stink bombs. Certain exceptions apply. The reasons for the final regulatory action were relevant to: Human health and environment Summary of known hazards and risks to human health: The substance is severely irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Summary of known hazards and risks to the environment: The substance may be hazardous in the environment; special attention should be given to aquatic organisms. Date of entry into force of the final regulatory action: 01/01/2001 |