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Identification of the substance/preparation and of the
1.
company/undertaking
Identification of the substance or preparation
: cement grout film remover
Product name
: Removes cement, grout film and rust stains from ceramic tiles and slate
Product use
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)
phosphoric acid 7664-38-2 231-633-2 15 - 30 C; 34
gluconic acid, d- 526-95-4 208-401-4 1 - 5 Xi; 36
propan-2-ol 67-63-0 200-661-7 1 - 5 F; 11
Xi; 36
67
Fatalcoholethoxylate 69011-36-5 polymer 1-5 Xn; 22
Xi; 41
Oxalic acid 144-62-7 205-634-3 1 - 5 Xn; 21/22
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.
: C; R34
Classification
: Causes burns.
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 not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult,
Inhalation
give oxygen. Obtain medical attention immediately.
: Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything
Ingestion
by mouth to an unconscious person. If large quantities of this material are swallowed, call a
physician immediately.
: In case of contact, immediately flush skin copiously with water for at least 15 minutes while
Skin Contact
removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Clean shoes
thoroughly before reuse. Obtain medical attention immediately.
: 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.
: In case of fire, use water spray (fog), foam, dry chemical, or CO2.
Extinguishing media
: No specific hazard.
Special exposure hazards
Not available.
: These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2), phosphates. Chlorinegas
Hazardous thermal
decomposition products
: Fire-fighters should wear self-contained positive pressure breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full
Special protective equipment for
turnout gear.
fire-fighters
Accidental release measures
6.
: Immediately contact emergency personnel. Keep unnecessary personnel away. Use suitable
Personal Precautions
protective equipment (Section 8). Follow all fire fighting procedures (Section 5).
: Minimize contact of spilled material with soils to prevent runoff to surface waterways. See
Environmental precautions
Section 13 for Waste Disposal Information.
: 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.
: Do not get in eyes, on skin or on clothing. Keep container closed. Use only with adequate
Handling
ventilation. Do not breathe vapour or mist. Wash thoroughly after 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)
phosphoric acid EH40-WEL (United Kingdom (UK), 1/2005).
STEL: 2 mg/m3 15 minute(s). Form: All forms
TWA: 1 mg/m3 8 hour(s). Form: All forms
propan-2-ol EH40-WEL (United Kingdom (UK), 1/2005).
STEL: 1250 mg/m3 15 minute(s). Form: All forms
STEL: 500 ppm 15 minute(s). Form: All forms
TWA: 999 mg/m3 8 hour(s). Form: All forms
TWA: 400 ppm 8 hour(s). Form: All forms
Oxalic acid EH40-WEL (United Kingdom (UK), 1/2005).
STEL: 2 mg/m3 15 minute(s). Form: All forms
TWA: 1 mg/m3 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
: safety glasses with side shields
Eye protection
: Work uniform or laboratory coat.
Skin protection
Physical and chemical properties
9.
General information
Appearance
: Liquid.
Physical state
: Clear Yellow. (Light.)
Colour
: Fragrance-like.
Odour
Important health, safety and environmental information
: <1 (Conc. (% w/w): 100) [Acidic.]
pH
: May start to solidify at 0癈 (32癋) based on data for: Water. Weighted average: -2.71癈
Melting point
(27.1癋)
: The lowest known value is 82.5癈 (180.5癋) (propan-2-ol). Weighted average: 99.5癈
Boiling point
(211.1癋)
: Closed cup: Between 61癈 (142癋) and 93.3癈 (200癋). (Pensky-Martens.)
Flash point
: Not applicable.
Flammability (solid, gas)
: Not available.
Explosive properties
: Not applicable
Oxidising properties
: 1.135 g/cm3 (20癈 / 68癋)
Relative density
: Easily soluble in hot water, diethyl ether, acetone.
Solubility
Soluble in cold water.
Partially soluble in methanol.
: Dynamic: The highest known value is 157 cP (Fatalcoholethoxylate)
Viscosity
Evaporation rate (butyl acetate = : 1.7 (propan-2-ol) compared to Butyl acetate.
1)
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Other information
: The lowest known value is 365癈 (689癋) (Fatalcoholethoxylate).
Auto-ignition temperature
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 metals, alkalis.Chlorine
Hazardous Decomposition : These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2), phosphates. Chlorinegas
Products
11. Toxicological information
Potential acute health effects
Corrosive to the respiratory system.
Inhalation :
May cause burns to mouth, throat and stomach.
Ingestion :
Corrosive to the skin.
Skin Contact :
Corrosive to eyes.
Eye contact :
Acute toxicity
Ingredient name Test Result Route Species
phosphoric acid LD50 1530 mg/kg Oral Rat
LD50 2740 mg/kg Dermal Rabbit
gluconic acid, d- LD50 2000 mg/kg Oral Rat
propan-2-ol LD50 5045 mg/kg Oral Rat
LD50 6410 mg/kg Oral Rabbit
LD50 3600 mg/kg Oral Mouse
LD50 12800 mg/kg Dermal Rabbit
LD50 12800 mg/kg Dermal Rabbit
LDLo 1537 mg/kg Oral Dog
LDLo 3570 mg/kg Oral human
LDLo 5272 mg/kg Oral man
Fatalcoholethoxylate LD50 200 to 2000 Oral Rat
mg/kg
Oxalic acid LD50 7500 mg/kg Oral Rat
LD50 20000 mg/kg Dermal Rabbit
LDLo 600 mg/kg Oral woman
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: kidneys, lungs, mucous
membranes, gastrointestinal tract, upper respiratory tract, skin, central nervous system (CNS),
eye, lens or cornea, nose/sinuses, throat.
: Not available.
Other adverse effects
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12. Ecological information
Ecotoxicity data
Ingredient name Species Period Result
propan-2-ol Pimephales promelas (EC50) 48 hour(s) 10000 mg/l
Lepomis macrochirus (LC50) 96 hour(s) >1400 mg/l
Pimephales promelas (LC50) 96 hour(s) 6550 mg/l
Pimephales promelas (LC50) 96 hour(s) 9640 mg/l
Pimephales promelas (LC50) 96 hour(s) 10400 mg/l
Pimephales promelas (LC50) 96 hour(s) 11130 mg/l
Fatalcoholethoxylate Flora. (EC50) 72 hour(s) 1 to 10 mg/l
LEUCISCUS IDUS (LC50) 96 hour(s) 1 to 10 mg/l
Aquatic Invertebrates. (LC50) 48 hour(s) 1 to 10 mg/l
Oxalic acid Daphnia magna (EC50) 48 hour(s) 136.9 mg/l
LEUCISCUS IDUS (EC50) 48 hour(s) 242 mg/l
DAPHNIA MAGNA (EC50) 48 hour(s) 137 mg/l
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
Regulatory UN number Proper shipping name Class Packing group Label Additional
information Information
Hazard
1760 UN 1760, "dangerous 8 III
ADR/RID Class
identification
goods in limited quantities
number
of class 8", III, ADR 8
80
(phosphoric acid
) Reportable
quantity
12
Remarks
Limited quantity
for upto 3 litre
inner packing
Else; UN 1760,
CORROSIVE
LIQUID, N.O.S.,
(Phosphoric acid,
mixture), class 8,
III, ADR
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RQ (Reportable
1760 UN 1760, "dangerous 8 III
ADN Class
quantity) ADN
goods in limited quantities
12
of class 8", III, ADNR 8
(phosphoric acid
Remarks
) Limited quantity
for upto 3 litre
inner packing
Else; UN 1760,
CORROSIVE
LIQUID, N.O.S.,
(Phosphoric acid,
mixture), class 8,
III, ADNR
Emergency
1760 "dangerous goods in 8 III
IMDG Class
schedules
limited quantities of class
(EmS)
8" UN 1760, PG III 8
F-A, S-B
(phosphoric acid
) Reportable
quantity
30
Remarks
Limited quantity
for upto 1 l inner
packing. Else;
CORROSIVE
LIQUID, N.O.S.,
(Phosphoric acid,
20%, mixture),
class 8, UN
1760, PG III
-
IATA-DGR Class 1760 "dangerous goods in 8 III
limited quantities of class
8" UN 1760, PG III 8
(phosphoric acid
)
15. Regulatory information
EU Regulations
Hazard symbol(s) :
Corrosive.
: R34- Causes burns.
Risk Phrases
: S1/2- Keep locked up and out of the reach of children.
Safety Phrases
S26- In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical
advice.
S27/28- After contact with skin, take off immediately all contaminated clothing, and 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, seek medical advice immediately (show the label
where possible).
S64- If swallowed, rinse mouth with water (only if the person is conscious).
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: phosphoric acid 231-633-2
Contains
: 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.
Other EU regulations
: Yes, applicable.
Child protection
: Yes, applicable.
Tactile warning of danger
: 32089091
EC Statistical classification
(Tariff Code)
: Not available.
Allergen
: less than 5%: non-ionic surfactants, perfumes.
Ingredients identification
information
16. Other information
Full text of R phrases referred to : R11- Highly flammable.
R21/22- Harmful in contact with skin and if swallowed.
in sections 2 and 3 - United
R22- Harmful if swallowed.
Kingdom (UK)
R34- Causes burns.
R36- Irritating to eyes.
R41- Risk of serious damage to eyes.
R67- Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.
: F - Highly flammable
Full text of classifications
C - Corrosive
referred to in sections 2 and 3 -
Xn - Harmful
United Kingdom (UK)
Xi - Irritant
History
Date of printing : 26-9-2005.
: 26-9-2005.
Date of issue
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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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