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Polish, wax and dirt remover
Identification of the substance/preparation and of the
1.
company/undertaking
Identification of the substance or preparation
: Polish, wax and dirt remover
Product name
: Intensive (deep) cleaning removes polish, wax, stubborn dirt and oils from quarry tiles and
Product use
non calcareous natural stone
Company/undertaking identification
: HG International b.v. : +31 (0)36 54 94 700
Manufacturer Telephone No.:
: Damsluisweg 70 : +31 (0)36 54 94 744
Address Fax
1332 EJ Almere : www.hginternational.com
Internet:
: Netherlands
Country
: HG UK
Importer
: Unit 11 Grange Way Business Park Whitehall Road Industrial Estate
Address
Uk Colchester Essex CO2 8HF
: +44.1206.795.200
Telephone No.:
: +44.1206.795.201
Fax
: United Kingdom (UK)
Country
Composition/information on ingredients
2.
: Preparation
Substance/preparation
EC Number
Ingredient name CAS number % Classification
United Kingdom (UK)
2-(2-Butoxyethoxy)ethanol 112-34-5 203-961-6 15 - 30 Xi; 36
Oxirane methyl-, polymer with oxirane, tridecyl ether 61725-89-1 polymer 5 - 15 Xi; 38
glycine, n,n-bis(carboxymethyl)-, trisodium salt 5064-31-3 225-768-6 1 - 5 Xn; 22
Xi; 36
1-Methoxy-2-propanol 107-98-2 203-539-1 1 - 5 10
See section 16 for the full text of the R Phrases declared
above
* Occupational Exposure Limit(s), if available, are listed in Section 8
Hazards identification
3.
The preparation is classified as dangerous according to Directive 1999/45/EC and its amendments.
: Xi; R36
Classification
: Irritating to eyes.
Human health hazards
See section 11 for more detailed information on health effects and symptoms.
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First aid measures
4.
First aid measures
: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If not breathing, give
Inhalation
artificial respiration. Obtain medical attention.
: Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything
Ingestion
by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention if symptoms appear.
: In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing
Skin Contact
and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Clean shoes thoroughly before reuse. Obtain
medical attention.
: In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with a copious amount of water for at least 15
Eye contact
minutes. Obtain medical attention immediately.
: Not available.
Notes to physician
: Not available.
Specific treatments
See section 11 for more detailed information on health effects and symptoms.
Fire-fighting measures
5.
: Use an extinguishing agent suitable for surrounding fires.
Extinguishing media
: No specific hazard.
Special exposure hazards
Not available.
: These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2), nitrogen oxides (NO, NO2...). Some metallic
Hazardous thermal
oxides.
decomposition products
: Fire fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained breathing
Special protective equipment for
apparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in positive pressure mode.
fire-fighters
Accidental release measures
6.
: Immediately contact emergency personnel. Keep unnecessary personnel away. Use suitable
Personal Precautions
protective equipment (Section 8).
: Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and
Environmental precautions
sewers.
: If emergency personnel are unavailable, contain spilled material. For small spills add
Methods for cleaning up
absorbent (soil may be used in the absence of other suitable materials) scoop up material and
place in a sealed, liquid-proof container for disposal. For large spills dike spilled material or
otherwise contain material to ensure runoff does not reach a waterway. Place spilled material
in an appropriate container for disposal.
Note: see section 8 for personal protective equipment and section 13 for waste disposal.
Handling and storage
7.
: Avoid contact with eyes. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Handling
: Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Storage
Packaging materials
: Use original container.
Recommended
: Not available.
Specific uses
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Exposure controls/personal protection
8.
Ingredient name Occupational exposure limits
United Kingdom (UK)
1-Methoxy-2-propanol EH40-WEL (United Kingdom (UK), 1/2005). Skin
STEL: 560 mg/m3 15 minute(s). Form: All forms
STEL: 150 ppm 15 minute(s). Form: All forms
TWA: 375 mg/m3 8 hour(s). Form: All forms
TWA: 100 ppm 8 hour(s). Form: All forms
Exposure controls
: Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location.
Occupational exposure
controls
: A respirator is not needed under normal and intended conditions of product use.
Respiratory protection
: Butyl rubber gloves. Permeation time >= 8 hours: (5 mm)
Hand protection
: splash goggles
Eye protection
: Work uniform or laboratory coat.
Skin protection
Physical and chemical properties
9.
General information
Appearance
: Liquid.
Physical state
: Clear Colourless.
Colour
: Characteristic. (Slight.)
Odour
Important health, safety and environmental information
: 12.8 (Conc. (% w/w): 100) [Basic.]
pH
: May start to solidify at 21.95癈 (71.5癋) based on data for: Triethanolamine. Weighted
Melting point
average: -16.08癈 (3.1癋)
: The lowest known value is 72 to 77癈 (161.6 to 170.6癋) (Oxirane methyl-, polymer with
Boiling point
oxirane, tridecyl ether
). Weighted average: 134.86癈 (274.7癋)
: Closed cup: Higher than 93.3癈 (200癋).
Flash point
: Not available.
Explosive properties
: Not available.
Oxidising properties
: 1.031 g/cm3 (20癈 / 68癋)
Relative density
: Easily soluble in cold water, hot water, methanol, diethyl ether, acetone.
Solubility
Insoluble in n-octanol.
: Dynamic: The highest known value is 135 cP (Oxirane methyl-, polymer with oxirane,
Viscosity
tridecyl ether
) Weighted average: 105.8 cP
Evaporation rate (butyl acetate = : The highest known value is 0.814 (1-Methoxy-2-propanol) W eighted average:
0.07compared to Butyl acetate.
1)
Other information
: The lowest known value is 204.45 to 227.75癈 (400 to 441.9癋) (2-(2-Butoxyethoxy)
Auto-ignition temperature
ethanol).
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10. Stability and reactivity
: The product is stable.
Stability
: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions (see section 7).
Conditions to Avoid
Materials to avoid : Reactive with acids.
Hazardous Decomposition : These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2), nitrogen oxides (NO, NO2...). Some metallic
oxides.
Products
11. Toxicological information
Potential acute health effects
No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Inhalation :
No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Ingestion :
No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Skin Contact :
Irritating to eyes.
Eye contact :
Acute toxicity
Ingredient name Test Result Route Species
2-(2-Butoxyethoxy)ethanol LD50 5660 mg/kg Oral Rat
LD50 2200 mg/kg Oral Rabbit
LD50 2400 mg/kg Oral Mouse
LD50 2700 mg/kg Dermal Rabbit
Oxirane methyl-, polymer with LD50 >2000 mg/kg Oral Rat
oxirane, tridecyl ether
glycine, n,n-bis(carboxymethyl)-, LD50 1100 mg/kg Oral Rat
trisodium salt LD50 681 mg/kg Oral Mouse
LD50 750 mg/kg Oral Monkey
Triethanolamine LD50 2200 mg/kg Oral Rabbit
LD50 2200 mg/kg Oral Guinea pig
LD50 5846 mg/kg Oral Mouse
LD50 10000 mg/kg Dermal Rabbit
1-Methoxy-2-propanol LD50 5700 mg/kg Oral Rabbit
LD50 11700 mg/kg Oral Mouse
LD50 13500 mg/kg Dermal Rabbit
LDLo 3739 mg/kg Oral Rat
LC50 7000 (6 hour(s)) Inhalation Rat
LC50 10000 (5 hour(s)) Inhalation Rat
Carcinogenicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Mutagenicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Reproductive toxicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Over-exposure signs/symptoms
Inhalation No known significant effects or critical hazards.
:
No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Ingestion :
No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Skin :
Target organs Contains material which causes damage to the following organs: upper respiratory tract, skin,
:
central nervous system (CNS), eye, lens or cornea.
: Not available.
Other adverse effects
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12. Ecological information
Ecotoxicity data
Ingredient name Species Period Result
2-(2-Butoxyethoxy)ethanol Lepomis macrochirus (LC50) 96 hour(s) 1300 mg/l
Oxirane methyl-, polymer with oxirane, LEUCISCUS IDUS (LC50) 96 hour(s) 1 to 10 mg/l
tridecyl ether
glycine, n,n-bis(carboxymethyl)-, Fish (LC50) 96 hour(s) >200 mg/l
trisodium salt
Triethanolamine Scenedesmus subspicatus 48 hour(s) 470 mg/l
(EC50)
Scenedesmus subspicatus 48 hour(s) 750 mg/l
(EC50)
Pimephales promelas (LC50) 96 hour(s) 11800 mg/l
1-Methoxy-2-propanol Bacteria (EC50) 48 hour(s) >1000 mg/l
Fish (LC50) 96 hour(s) >1000 mg/l
Other ecological information
Persistence/degradability
Ingredient name Aquatic half-life Photolysis Biodegradability
Oxirane methyl-, polymer with oxirane, - - Readily
tridecyl ether
Triethanolamine - - Not readily
1-Methoxy-2-propanol - - Readily
Bioaccumulative potential
Ingredient name LogPow BCF Potential
1-Methoxy-2-propanol <1 - low
No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Other adverse effects
13. Disposal considerations
: The generation of waste should be avoided or minimised wherever possible. Avoid dispersal
Methods of disposal
of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers. Disposal of
this product, solutions and any by-products should at all times comply with the requirements of
environmental protection and waste disposal legislation and any regional local authority
requirements.
: Not applicable.
Waste classification
: Not available.
: The classification of the product may meet the criteria for a hazardous waste
Hazardous waste
14. Transport information
International transport regulations
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Regulatory UN number Proper shipping name Class Packing group Label Additional
information Information
-
Not regulated. - - -
ADR/RID Class
-
Not regulated. - - -
ADN Class
-
Not regulated. - - -
IMDG Class
-
IATA-DGR Class Not regulated. - - -
15. Regulatory information
EU Regulations
Hazard symbol(s) :
Irritant
R36- Irritating to eyes.
Risk Phrases :
S2- Keep out of the reach of children.
Safety Phrases :
S25- Avoid contact with eyes.
S26- In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical
advice.
S46- If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label.
S64- If swallowed, rinse mouth with water (only if the person is conscious).
Not available.
Other EU regulations :
Classification and labelling have been performed according to EU directives 67/548/EEC,
Product use :
1999/45/EC, including amendments and the intended use.
- Consumer applications.
32089091
EC Statistical classification :
(Tariff Code)
: 5% or over but less than 15%: non-ionic surfactants. less than 5%: NTA (nitrilotriacetic acid)
Ingredients identification
and salts thereof.
information
16. Other information
Full text of R phrases referred to : R10- Flammable.
R22- Harmful if swallowed.
in sections 2 and 3 - United
R36- Irritating to eyes.
Kingdom (UK)
R38- Irritating to skin.
: Xn - Harmful
Full text of classifications
Xi - Irritant
referred to in sections 2 and 3 -
United Kingdom (UK)
History
Date of printing : 6-10-2005.
: 6-10-2005.
Date of issue
Version : 5.05
Verified by T. Rutgers.
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Notice to reader
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above-named supplier, nor any of its
subsidiaries, assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein.
Final determination of 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
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