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In Introduction
STATEMENT OF HAZARDOUS NATURE: NOT CLASSIFIED AS A HAZARDOUS. SUBSTANCE
COMPANY DETAILS: Mabon's Timber Protection Australia P/L
ACN 100 655 767
STREET ADDRESS: 64 Whitby street
POSTAL ADDRESS: P.O.Box 3097,
BRACKEN RIDGE Q 4017
TELEPHONE NO: (61 7) 3261 5167
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NO: 1800 815 477
P Product Identification
Product Name: Mabon's Protectimber
Other Names: None
Product code BPROT
NRA approval N# 54637/1101
UN Number: None allocated
Dangerous Goods Class: Not applicable
Hazchem Code: Not applicable
Subsidiary Risk: Not applicable
Toxic Substances Schedule: Caution Schedule 5
NFPA: (Health: 2) - (Flammability: 0) - (Reactivity: 0)
Packing Group: Not applicable
IMDG: Not applicable
Manufacturer: Mabon's Timber Protection Australia Pty Ltd
Use: Insecticide,termitacide,fungicide,algaecide,
mouldicide and slimeacide for preventative and
remedial treatment of timber, brick and other
porous masonry finishes.
Physical Description/Properties:
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Appearance: Clear colourless liquid with a sweet smell.
Form: Liquid
Boiling Point: >100癈
Melting Point: <0癈
Vapour pressure: Relatively non-volatile
Vapour density: Not applicable
Volatile Component: Not available
Specific gravity: 1.22
Flash Point: Not applicable
Flammability Limits: Not applicable
Autoignition Temp: >400癈
Solubility in water: 100%
Ingredients:
Chemical Entity CAS. no. Proportion
Disodium Octaborate Tetrahydrate 12280-03-4 10-30%
Benzalkonium Chloride 8001-54-5 <10%
Mono Ethylene glycol 107-21-1 <60%
Water 7732-18-5 To 100%
HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
Acute Effects:
Swallowed: Harmful if swallowed. May cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea and abdominal
pain. Central nervous system stimulation followed by depression may occur
following ingestion of large quantities.
Eye: Irritating to eyes.
Skin: Harmful in contact with skin. Irritant. Prolonged or repeated exposure may lead
to defatting of the skin, which could cause secondary dermatitis.
Inhaled: Irritant. Inhalation of mist may cause headache, nausea and irritation of the
throat and respiratory tract.
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Chronic Effects:
Kidney and liver damage may result from chronic exposure. Chronic exposure may cause
hair loss, weight loss and diarrhoea.
First Aid:
Swallowed: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If swallowed, and if
more than 15 minutes for a hospital, induce vomiting, preferably using Ipecac
syrup APF. If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or Poisons Information
Centre.
Eye: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and
contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre.
Skin: After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of warm soapy water.
Seek medical assistance if large area involved.
Inhaled: Remove victim to fresh air. Lay patients down and keep warm and rested. If
breathing is shallow or has stopped, ensure airway is clear and apply
resuscitation.
Seek medical assistance.
First Aid Facilities:
Ensure eyewash and safety showers are available and ready for use.
Advice to Doctor:
Treat symptomatically. Early diagnosis and treatment of ingestion is important. Ensure
emesis is satisfactory. Test for correct metabolic acidosis and hypocalcaemia. If evidence
of renal insufficiency apply rapid and sustained diuresis with the use of hypertonic
mannitol. Evaluate renal status and begin haemodialysis if indicated.
PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
Exposure Standards:
Workplace exposure standards: TWA WES-C
50ppm (127mg/ m3 )
Mono ethylene glycol -
1mg/ m3
Borax
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Engineering Controls:
Good Ventilation required. Local exhaust should be provided if handled in confined areas.
Personal Protection:
Wear eye protection in the form of goggles, Nitrile, PVC or rubber gloves, PVC boots and
polyester overalls should be worn when manufacturing or handling the concentrated
product.
An "organic vapour" respirator should be used during any spraying operations.
Flammability:
Not flammable.
SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
Storage and Transport:
Road Transport: Not a dangerous good
Sea Transport: Not a dangerous good
Storage: Store in a dry place away from foodstuffs at all times. Store
away from sources of heat or ignition.
Spills and Disposal:
Wear protective clothing as above.
Do not allow into drains or watercourses. Contain spill by absorbing with sand, earth or
other absorbent material.
Wash down spill area with copious quantities of water. Waste and empty containers must
be disposed on it accordance with local government regulations. Dispose of by liaising
with a waste disposal company or by disposing at a site approved by r levant local
e
authorities.
Disposal of Containers.
5, 10 litre and 200 litre drums of Mabon's PROTECTIMBER can be disposed of at a
Drummuster collection centre after triple or pressure rinsing the container and air drying
ensuring no residue is left inside or outside the container.
Reactivity Data:
Stable. Avoid strong acids and oxidising agents.
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Fire/Explosion Hazard:
Not flammable but will burn in a fire. Use water spray to cool containers threatened by
fire. Use alcohol foam, water fog, dry chemical or carbon dioxide to extinguish.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Toxicity Data:
Product: Oral LD50 (rat) - 6216 mg/kg
Disodium octaborate Oral LD50 (rat) - 2000 mg/kg
tetrahydrate: Oral LD50 (guinea pig) - 5300 mg/kg
Benzalkonium chloride: Oral LD50 (rat) - 240ml/kg
Skin LD50 (rat) - 1560 mg/kg
Human eye - 50礸 SEV
Mono ethylene glycol: Oral LD50 (rat) - 4700 mg/kg
Lower lethal dose (human) - 786 mg/kg
Environment:
Prevent spillage from entering waterways.
CONTACT POINTS:
Mabon's Timber Protection Australia Pty Ltd
After Hours: (61 7) 32615167
Mabon's 24 HOUR EMERGENCY NUMBER 1800 815 477
IN AN EMERGENCY, DIAL 111 - FIRE OR POLICE
24 hr Emergency No: Poisons Centre Phone: 13 12 26
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