REVISION DATE: 25/09/2008
SAFETY DATA SHEET
TOTAL HARDNESS INDICATOR
According to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006
1 IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
PRODUCT NAME TOTAL HARDNESS INDICATOR
PRODUCT NO. 1389
APPLICATION General chemical reagent
SUPPLIER Reagent Chemical Services
18 Aston Fields Road
Whitehouse Industrial Estate
Runcorn
Cheshire WA7 3DL
T: 01928 716903
F: 01928 716425
E: info@reagent.co.uk
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE Emergency Telephone : +44 (0) 1928 716903 Between 08.30 - 17.00
2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Highly flammable. Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Harmful: possible risk of irreversible effects through
inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
CLASSIFICATION Xn;R20/21/22, R68/20/21/22. F;R11.
3 COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Name EC No. CAS-No. Content Classification
ETHANOL 200-578-6 64-17-5 60-100% F;R11
HYDROXYLAMMONIUM CHLORIDE 226-798-2 5470-11-1 <1 Xn;R22,R48/22 R43 Xi;R36/38 N;R50
METHANOL 200-659-6 67-56-1 1-5% F;R11 T;R23/24/25,R39/23/24/25
SOLOCHROME BLACK (ERIOCHROME BLACK T) 217-250-3 1787-61-7 <1 Xi;R36. N;R51/53.
The Full Text for all R-Phrases are Displayed in Section 16
4 FIRST-AID MEASURES
INHALATION
Remove victim immediately from source of exposure. Provide rest, warmth and fresh air. Get medical attention if any discomfort
continues.
INGESTION
Do not induce vomiting. Immediately rinse mouth and drink plenty of water. Get medical attention immediately!
SKIN CONTACT
Remove contaminated clothing. Wash the skin immediately with soap and water. In serious cases obtain medical attention.
EYE CONTACT
Promptly wash eyes with plenty of water or eye wash solution while lifting the eyelids.If possible remove any contact lenses and continue to
wash. Get medical attention immediately.
5 FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Water spray, dry powder or vaporising liquids
UNUSUAL FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARDS
HIGHLY FLAMMABLE! Vapours are heavier than air and may spread near ground to sources of ignition. Forms explosive mixtures with
air.
PROTECTIVE MEASURES IN FIRE
Self contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing must be worn in case of fire.
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6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
Wear protective clothing as described in Section 8 of this safety data sheet.
SPILL CLEAN UP METHODS
Remove sources of ignition. Small Spillages Absorb with inert, non-combustible material. Large Spillages Dam and absorb spillages with
sand, earth or other non-combustible material. Collect spillage in containers, seal securely and deliver for disposal according to local
regulations. Containers with collected spillage must be properly labelled with correct contents and hazard symbol. Wash spillage site well
with water and detergent, be aware of the potential for surfaces to become slippery. Ventilate well.
7 HANDLING AND STORAGE
USAGE PRECAUTIONS
Avoid spilling, skin and eye contact. Static electricity and formation of sparks must be prevented. Eliminate all sources of ignition.
STORAGE PRECAUTIONS
Flammable/combustible - Keep away from oxidisers, heat and flames. Store in tightly closed original container in a dry and cool place.
STORAGE CLASS
Flammable liquid storage.
8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Std TWA - 8 hrs STEL - 15 min Notes
Name
OES 1000 ppm 1920 mg/m3
ETHANOL
WEL 200 266 250 333
METHANOL
ppm(Sk) mg/m3(Sk) ppm(Sk) mg/m3(Sk)
WEL = Workplace Exposure Limit.
ENGINEERING MEASURES
Provide adequate ventilation, including appropriate local extraction, to ensure that the defined workplace exposure limit is not exceeded.
Explosion-proof general and local exhaust ventilation.
RESPIRATORY EQUIPMENT
In case of inadequate ventilation use suitable respirator.
HAND PROTECTION
Use protective gloves. Rubber or plastic
EYE PROTECTION
Wear safety glasses. If risk of splashing, wear safety goggles or face shield.
OTHER PROTECTION
Wear suitable protective clothing as protection against splashing or contamination. Provide eyewash station and safety shower.
HYGIENE MEASURES
DO NOT SMOKE IN WORK AREA! Wash at the end of each work shift and before eating, smoking and using the toilet. Wash promptly if
skin becomes wet or contaminated. Promptly remove any clothing that becomes wet or contaminated. When using do not eat, drink or
smoke.
9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
APPEARANCE Liquid
COLOUR Dark blue
ODOUR Odour of alcohol
SOLUBILITY Miscible with water.
RELATIVE DENSITY 0.8 VAPOUR DENSITY (air=1) 1.5
FLASH POINT (癈) 13 425
AUTO IGNITION
TEMPERATURE (癈)
FLAMMABILITY LIMIT - LOWER(%) 3.3 FLAMMABILITY LIMIT - UPPER(%) 19
10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABILITY
Stable under normal temperature conditions.
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CONDITIONS TO AVOID
Avoid heat, flames and other sources of ignition.
MATERIALS TO AVOID
Alkali metals. Alkali earth metals. Strong oxidising substances. Inorganic hydrides. Acid anhydrides. Acids.
11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
INHALATION
Harmful by inhalation.
INGESTION
Damage to mucous membrane. Rapid absorption. May cause nausea, headache, dizziness and intoxication.
SKIN CONTACT
Product has a defatting effect on skin. May be absorbed through the skin.
EYE CONTACT
Irritating to eyes.
HEALTH WARNINGS
Absorption of large quantities may cause irreversible damage to the optic nerve (due to methanol), nausea, headache, vomiting, inebriation
and blindness.
12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ECOTOXICITY
Although not classified as environmentally hazardous, harmful effects cannot be excluded in the event of improper handling or disposal.
DEGRADABILITY
Ethanol: Biodegradable
13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
DISPOSAL METHODS
Dispose of waste and residues in accordance with local authority requirements.
14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
UK ROAD CLASS 3
PROPER SHIPPING NAME ETHANOL (ETHYL ALCOHOL)
UN NO. ROAD 1170 UK ROAD PACK GR. II
ADR CLASS NO. 3 ADR CLASS Class 3: Flammable liquids.
ADR PACK GROUP II ADR LABEL NO. 3
HAZCHEM CODE 2YE CEFIC TEC(R) NO. 30GF1-III
RID CLASS NO. 3 RID PACK GROUP II
UN NO. SEA 1170 IMDG CLASS 3
IMDG PAGE NO. 3 IMDG PACK GR. II
EMS F-E, S-D MFAG See Guide
MARINE POLLUTANT No. UN NO. AIR 1170
AIR CLASS 3 AIR PACK GR. II
15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
LABELLING
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Harmful Highly Flammable
CONTAINS METHANOL
RISK PHRASES
R11 Highly flammable.
R20/21/22 Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
R68/20/21/22 Harmful: possible risk of irreversible effects through inhalation, in contact with skin and if
swallowed.
SAFETY PHRASES
S9 Keep container in a well-ventilated place.
S16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
S51 Use only in well-ventilated areas.
S36/37 Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.
S60 This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste.
P14 Contains HYDROXYLAMMONIUM CHLORIDE. May produce an allergic reaction.
UK REGULATORY REFERENCES
Highly Flammable Liquid Regulations 1972. Fire precautions Act 1971.
STATUTORY INSTRUMENTS
Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging) Regulations. Control of Substances Hazardous to Health.
APPROVED CODE OF PRACTICE
Classification and Labelling of Substances and Preparations Dangerous for Supply. COSHH essentials: Easy steps to control chemicals.
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations.
GUIDANCE NOTES
Workplace Exposure Limits EH40. Introduction to Local Exhaust Ventilation HS(G)37.
NATIONAL REGULATIONS
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (as amended)
16 OTHER INFORMATION
REVISION COMMENTS
Change to section 14 Change to section 1
REVISION DATE 25/09/2008
REV. NO./REPL. SDS GENERATED 1
SDS NO. 10194
RISK PHRASES IN FULL
R22 Harmful if swallowed.
R48/22 Harmful: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure if swallowed.
R11 Highly flammable.
R36/38 Irritating to eyes and skin.
R36 Irritating to eyes.
R43 May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
R23/24/25 Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
R51/53 Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
R39/23/24/25 Toxic: danger of very serious irreversible effects through inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
R50 Very toxic to aquatic organisms.
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