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1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE MATERIAL AND SUPPLIER
Supplier Name ECOWASH SYSTEMS
Address P.O Box 386, Brookvale, NSW, AUSTRALIA, 2100
Telephone (02) 9938 1800
Fax (02) 9905 0979
Emergency (02) 9938 1800
Web Site www.ecowashsystems.com.au
Synonym(s) ECOWASH DESTAIN
Use(s) DEGREASER ?DESTAINER ?STERILISING AGENT
MSDS Date 25 July 2007
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
CLASSIFIED AS HAZARDOUS ACCORDING TO NOHSC CRITERIA
RISK PHRASES
R20/22 Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed.
R31 Contact with acids liberates toxic gas.
R35 Causes severe burns.
R36/38 Irritating to eyes and skin.
SAFETY PHRASES
S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and contact a doctor or Poisons Information
Centre.
S28 After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water.
S36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
S45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre immediately (show the label
where possible).
CLASSIFIED AS A DANGEROUS GOOD BY THE CRITERIA OF THE ADG CODE
UN No. DG Class Subsidiary Risk(s) None Allocated
1719 8
Pkg Group Hazchem Code EPG
II 2R 8A1
3. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredient Formula CAS No. Content
POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE K-O-H 1310-58-3 10-30%
SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE Cl-O.Na 7681-52-9 10-30%
SODIUM METASILICATE ANHYDROUS Na2-Si-O3 6834-92-0 <10%
CHLORINE - AVAILABLE Cl2 7782-50-5 2%
INERT INGREDIENTS Not Available Not Available <10%
WATER H2O 7732-18-5 remainder
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4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Eye Hold eyelids apart and flush continuously with water. Continue until advised to stop by the Poisons Information
Centre, a doctor, or for at least 15 minutes. Keep patient calm.
Inhalation Leave area of exposure immediately. If assisting a victim avoid becoming a casualty, wear an Air-line respirator
where an inhalation risk exists. Remove victim from exposure area & keep warm. If victim is not breathing apply
artificial respiration & seek urgent medical attention.
Skin Remove contaminated clothing and gently flush affected areas with water. Continue to flush with water until skin
no longer feels soapy. Seek medical attention. Launder clothing before reuse.
Ingestion For advice, contact a Poison Information Centre on 13 11 26 (Australia Wide) or a doctor. If swallowed, do not
induce vomiting.
Advice to Doctor CORROSIVE POISONING TREATMENT: Immediate treatment preferably in a hospital is mandatory. In treating
corrosive poisoning, DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING; DO NOT ATTEMPT GASTRIC LAVAGE; and DO NOT
ATTEMPT TO NEUTRALISE THE CORROSIVE SUBSTANCE. Vomiting will increase the severity of damage to
the oesophagus as the corrosive substance will again come in contact with it. Attempting gastric lavage may result
in perforating either the oesophagus or stomach.
Immediately dilute the corrosive substance by having the patient drink milk or water. If the trachea has been
damaged tracheostamy may be required. For oesophageal burns begin broad-spectrum antibiotics and
corticosteroid therapy. Intravenous fluids will be required if oesophageal or gastric damage prevents ingestion of
liquids. Long-range therapy will be directed toward preventing or treating oesophageal scars and strictures.
First Aid Facilities Eye wash and hand wash basin is essential. Safety shower is recommended.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flammability Non flammable. May evolve toxic gases when heated to decomposition. Contact with some metals (eg:
aluminium), may liberate potentially flammable - explosive hydrogen gas. May also evolve potassium carbonate,
sodium carbonate, chlorine and water vapour when heated to decomposition.
Fire and Non flammable. May evolve flammable hydrogen gas in contact with some metals. If product is present in a fire,
toxic gases may be evolved. Evacuate area & contact emergency services. Remain upwind & notify those
Explosion
downwind of hazard. Wear full protective equipment including Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) when
combating fire. Use waterfog to cool intact containers and nearby storage areas.
Extinguishing Non flammable. Prevent contamination of drains or waterways, absorb runoff with sand or similar.
Hazchem Code 2R
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Spillage If spilt, contact emergency services if appropriate. Wear full-length PVC or rubber gloves, an Air-line respirator
(where an inhalation risk exists), coveralls, PVC apron and rubber boots. Ventilate and clear area of all
unprotected personnel. Absorb spill with sand, vermiculite or similar. Collect and place in sealable containers for
treatment and disposal.
7. STORAGE AND HANDLING
Storage Store in cool, dry, well ventilated area, removed from oxidising agents, acids, active metals, direct sunlight, heat
sources and foodstuffs. Ensure containers are adequately labelled, protected from physical damage and sealed
when not in use. Large storage areas should be bunded and have appropriate ventilation systems.
Handling Before use carefully read the product label. Use of safe work practices are recommended to avoid eye or skin
contact and inhalation. Observe good personal hygiene, including washing hands before eating. Prohibit eating,
drinking and smoking in contaminated areas.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure TWA STEL
Ingredient Reference
Standards ppm mg/m3 ppm mg/m3
CHLORINE - AVAILABLE NOHSC (AUS) 1 3 -- --
Potassium hydroxide NOHSC (AUS) -- 2 -- --
SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE NOHSC (AUS) 1 3 -- --
Biological Limit No biological limit allocated.
Values
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Engineering Do not inhale vapours. Use in well ventilated areas. In poorly ventilated areas, mechanical extraction ventilation is
Controls recommended. Maintain vapour levels below the recommended exposure standard.
PPE Wear splash-proof goggles, a PVC apron, rubber boots, rubber or PVC gloves, coveralls and a faceshield. At high
vapour levels, wear an Air-line respirator.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance CLEAR COLOURLESS LIQUID Solubility (water) NOT AVAILABLE
Odour FAINT CHLORINE ODOUR Specific Gravity NOT AVAILABLE
pH 14 (Approximately) % Volatiles 52 % (Approximately)
Vapour Pressure 23 hPa @ 20癈 Flammability NON FLAMMABLE
Vapour Density NOT AVAILABLE Flash Point NOT RELEVANT
Boiling Point > 100癈 Upper Explosion Limit NOT RELEVANT
Melting Point NOT AVAILABLE Lower Explosion Limit NOT RELEVANT
Evaporation Rate NOT AVAILABLE Autoignition Temperature NOT AVAILABLE
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Material to Avoid Incompatible with oxidising agents (eg. peroxides), acids (eg. sulphuric acid), active metals (eg. aluminium,
potassium, magnesium), and heat and ignition sources. Will react vigorously or violently with acids, generating
chlorine. Will absorb carbon dioxide from the air, forming potassium carbonate, which may precipitate out. Contact
with ammonium compounds may generate ammonia.
Decomposition May evolve toxic gases when heated to decomposition. May also evolve potassium carbonate, sodium carbonate,
chlorine and water vapour when heated to decomposition.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Health Hazard Use safe work practices to avoid eye or skin contact and spray mist generation or inhalation. This product has the
potential to cause severe skin and eye burns with possible permanent tissue damage. If diluted, the risk of
Summary
adverse health effects is greatly reduced. Repeated exposure to low levels of chlorine can lead to "chloracne" and
erosion of the teeth.
Eye Contact may result in pain, lacrimation, redness, conjunctivitis, corneal burns and ulceration with possible
permanent damage.
Inhalation Over exposure may result in irritation, coughing and bronchitis. At high level exposure may result in ulceration,
lung tissue damage, chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary oedema. Symptoms may be delayed following
exposure. Low volatility reduces inhalation hazard unless sprayed/heated.
Skin Contact may result in rash, dermatitis, blistering and severe burns. Effects (eg. burning sensation) may be
delayed.
Ingestion Ingestion may result in burns to the mouth and throat, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. Large doses may
result in ulceration, unconsciousness, convulsions and death.
Toxicity Data POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE (1310-58-3)
LD50 (Ingestion): 273 mg/kg (rat)
SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE (7681-52-9)
LD50 (Ingestion): 5800 mg/kg (mouse)
SODIUM METASILICATE ANHYDROUS (6834-92-0)
LD50 (Ingestion): 770 mg/kg (mouse)
CHLORINE - AVAILABLE (7782-50-5)
LC50 (Inhalation): 137 ppm/1 hour (mouse)
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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Environment WATER: If released to waterways, alkaline products may change the pH of the waterway. Fish will die if the pH
reaches 10-11 (goldfish 10.9, bluegill 10.5). SOIL: May leach to groundwater with toxic effects on aquatic life as
above. ATMOSPHERE: Not expected to reside in the atmosphere. Drops or particles released to atmosphere
should be removed by gravity and/or be rained out.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste Disposal Neutralise with dilute acid (eg. 3 mol/L hydrochloric acid) or similar. For small amounts absorb with sand or similar
and dispose of to an approved landfill site. Contact the manufacturer for additional information.
Legislation Dispose of in accordance with relevant local legislation.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
CLASSIFIED AS A DANGEROUS GOOD BY THE CRITERIA OF THE ADG CODE
Shipping Name CAUSTIC ALKALI LIQUID, N.O.S.
UN No. 1719 DG Class 8 Subsidiary Risk(s) None Allocated
Pkg Group II Hazchem Code 2R EPG 8A1
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Poison Schedule Classified as a Schedule 6 (S6) Poison using the criteria in the Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and
Poisons (SUSDP).
AICS All chemicals listed on the Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS).
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Additional RESPIRATORS: In general the use of respirators should be limited and engineering controls employed to avoid
exposure. If respiratory equipment must be worn ensure correct respirator selection and training is undertaken.
Information
Remember that some respirators may be extremely uncomfortable when used for long periods. The use of air
powered or air supplied respirators should be considered where prolonged or repeated use is necessary.
EXPOSURE STANDARDS - TIME WEIGHTED AVERAGE (TWA) or WES (WORKPLACE EXPOSURE
STANDARD) (NZ): Exposure standards are established on the premise of an 8 hour work period of normal
intensity, under normal climatic conditions and where a 16 hour break between shifts exists to enable the body to
eliminate absorbed contaminants. In the following circumstances, exposure standards must be reduced: strenuous
work conditions; hot, humid climates; high altitude conditions; extended shifts (which increase the exposure period
and shorten the period of recuperation).
ABBREVIATIONS:
ADB - Air-Dry Basis.
CAS# - Chemical Abstract Service number - used to uniquely identify chemical compounds.
CNS - Central Nervous System.
IARC - International Agency for Research on Cancer.
M - moles per litre, a unit of concentration.
mg/m3 - Milligrams per cubic metre.
NOS - Not Otherwise Specified.
pH - relates to hydrogen ion concentration using a scale of 0 (high acidic) to 14 (highly alkaline).
ppm - Parts Per Million.
TWA/ES - Time Weighted Average or Exposure Standard.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT GUIDELINES:
The recommendation for protective equipment contained within this Chem Alert report is provided as a guide only.
Factors such as method of application, working environment, quantity used, product concentration and the
availability of engineering controls should be considered before final selection of personal protective equipment is
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made.
HEALTH EFFECTS FROM EXPOSURE:
It should be noted that the effects from exposure to this product will depend on several factors including: frequency
and duration of use; quantity used; effectiveness of control measures; protective equipment used and method of
application. Given that it is impractical to prepare a Chem Alert report which would encompass all possible
scenarios, it is anticipated that users will assess the risks and apply control methods where appropriate.
Report Status This document has been compiled by RMT on behalf of the manufacturer of the product and serves as the
manufacturer's Material Safety Data Sheet ('MSDS').
It is based on information concerning the product which has been provided to RMT and Ecowash Systems
by the manufacturer or obtained from third party sources and is believed to represent the current state of
knowledge as to the appropriate safety and handling precautions for the product at the time of issue. Further
clarification regarding any aspect of the product should be obtained directly from the manufacturer.
While RMT and Ecowash Systems has taken all due care to include accurate and up-to-date
Information in this MSDS, it does not provide any warranty as to accuracy or completeness. As far as lawfully
possible, RMT and Ecowash Systems accepts no liability for any loss, injury or damage (including
consequential loss) which may be suffered or incurred by any person as a consequence of their reliance on the
information contained in this MSDS.
Prepared By Risk Management Technologies
5 Ventnor Ave, West Perth
Western Australia 6005
Phone: +61 8 9322 1711
Fax: +61 8 9322 1794
Email: info@rmt.com.au
Web: www.rmt.com.au
MSDS Date: 25 July 2007
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