EC MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET.
1. Product and Manufacturer Identification:
Trade Name: Hygi UPVC Cleaner
Manufacturer: Hygicare
Thirsk Industrial Park
York Road
Thirsk
North Yorkshire
YO7 3BX
Tel: 01845 525635 Fax: 01845 525830 www.hygicare.co.uk
2. Composition and Information on Ingredients
Substance Name Cas number EINECS Risk phrases
Methoxy Propanol 107-98-2
Ethoxy (4) synthetic C12-C13 66455-14-9 N/A 41-50
Propan-2-OL 67-63-0 200-661-7 11-36-67
n-(3-aminopropyl)-C10-16 34395-72-7 251-993-4 42-22-38
Hydro trope (CH3)2-C61H3-SO3Na 1300-72-7 215-090-8 N/A
Perfumes No hazardous ingredients
Silicones and waxes No hazardous ingredients.
Reology Modifiers No hazardous ingredients.
3. Hazards Identification:
Health Effects - Inhalation:
Not expected to be a hazard under normal conditions of use.
Health Effects ?Ingestion:
May cause significant systemic effects if swallowed. Signs and symptoms include possible nausea and/or
vomiting.
Health Effects ?Skin:
Not expected to be a hazard under normal conditions of use.
Health Effects ?Eyes
May cause irritation to eyes accompanied by redness and/or burning, which may be severe with tear
formation.
Environmental Effects:
Not expected to cause significant environmental impact.
4. First Aid Procedures
Skin Contact: Drench the affected skin with running water to remove all traces of product.
Wash skin with soap and water.
Eye Contact: Bathe the eye with running water for 10 minutes.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. If swallowing has occurred drink plenty of water and seek
medical advice immediately.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Inhalation: Remove casualty form exposure and allow to rest.
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5. Fire Fighting Measures
Not classed as flammable however if involved in fire may emit noxious fumes.
Extinguish with Carbon dioxide (C02). Dry chemical powder or water.
Keep containers cool by water spray.
Heating may cause pressure rise with risk of container bursting.
In serious fire it may be necessary to wear compressed air breathing apparatus.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Small Spillages:
Hose down with cold water.
Large Spillages:
Construct temporary dikes with any suitable inert material to prevent the product spreading.
Transfer to suitable containers for recovery or disposal.
Absorb remaining material with sand or other inert material.
Personal Precautions:
Wear appropriate protective clothing. See Section 8.
Material may create slippery conditions underfoot.
Environmental Precautions:
Try to prevent the material from entering drains or watercourses.
Advise Authorities if large spillage has entered watercourses or sewer or has contaminated soil or
vegetation.
7. Handling and Storage
Handling:
Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
Keep container tightly closed when not in use.
Storage:
Store away from sources of heat or ignition.
Store in original containers as supplied by manufacturer.
8. Exposure Controls/ Personal Protection
Occupational Exposure Standards:
No occupational exposure limit listed in current editions of EH40 (UK Health and Safety Executive
Threshold Limit Values) (American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists.)
The following protection is recommended.
Respiratory Protection: Not normally required.
Hand Protection: Not normally required.
Body Protection: Not normally required.
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9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State: Semi viscous, clear liquid.
Colour: White
Odour: Eucalyptus Fragrance
pH Value: 8.43
Boiling Range/Point: >100
Melting Point: Not Applicable.
Flash Point: >100
Solubility in Water: Insoluble
Density (kg/m3) ca. 1010 at 20 0 C
(at 20 0 C) ca.2000 m Pa. s.
Viscosity:
10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability:
Stable under normal conditions.
Conditions to avoid:
Protect form frost.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Combustion may generate oxides of carbon. Oxides of Sulphur, Oxides of nitrogen.
11. Toxicological Information
Acute Toxicity: Harmful by ingestion.
Irritation Skin: This material is an irritant to the skin.
Irritation Eyes: Expected to cause irritation to the eyes.
12. Ecological Information
Ecological Overview. Not expected to cause significant environmental impact.
Mobility: The product will not dissolve in water.
Persistence / Degradability: The product is readily biodegradable.
Bioaccumulation: Inappropriate.
Ecotoxicity: The product is toxic to aquatic organism.
13. Disposal
Product Disposal:
When disposing of waste or surplus material avoid contact with the eyes and skin. See Section 8 for
personal protection equipment.
Where practical, surplus material should be recovered and recycled.
Dispose of in accordance with all applicable local and national regulations.
Seek advice from local waste authority or supplier for guidance.
Container Disposal:
Labels should not be removed from containers unless thoroughly washed and cleaned.
Dispose of empty containers with care.
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14. Transport Information
Not classified as hazardous for transport.
15. Regulatory Information
Labelling Information Low Hazard
Risk Phrases:
R22: Harmful if swallowed.
R36/38: Irritating to eyes and skin.
Safety Phrases:
S26: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S28: After contact with skin, wash plenty of water.
S24: Avoid contact with eyes.
S25: Avoid contact with skin.
S2: Keep out reach of children.
Addition Classification Information.
This product is classified on the basis of information compiled by CESIO on the toxicological properties of
surfactants.
16. Other Information
7th March 2005
MSDS first issued
MSDS Data revised 31st March 2005
Uses and restrictions:
The uses of this product include the following:
General Purpose Cleaner, Sanitiser and Polish.
Disclaimer
The information contained in this document is intended to describe the product only in terms of health &
safety and environmental requirements for the purpose of its safe handling, use and disposal and is to the
best of the supplier's knowledge and belief correct. It is strongly advised the customer should satisfy
themselves (by appropriate testing if necessary) that the product is suitable for their purpose and conditions
of use and that their facilities and arrangements are suitable for handling or using the product.
This information does not comprise a technical or performance specification for the product.