MANUFACTURER: MAXIM CHEMICAL INTERNATIONAL LTD.
1305 HALIFAX STREET, REGINA, SK S4R 1T9
PHONE: (306) 347-0444
SECTION (1): PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION AND USE
PRODUCT NAME: 853 CONC. CARPET CLEANER
PRODUCT USE: CARPET CLEANER
WHMIS CLASSIFICATION: D2A, D2B
TDG CLASSIFICATION: Does not apply
SECTION (2): HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
CAS # Range % (by weight)
Trisodium Nitrilotriacetate monohydrate 18662-53-8 10.0-30.0
LD50 (oral, rat): 4200 mg/kg
LD50 (dermal, rabbit): >10000 mg/kg
LC50: Not available
Diethylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether 111-77-3 5.0-15.0
LD50 (oral, rat): 4000 mg/kg
LD50 (dermal, rabbit): >2000 mg/kg
LC50: Not available
SECTION (3): PHYSICAL DATA (Typical values. May vary from sample to sample)
Physical State: Liquid
Appearance and Odour: Red liquid, mild odour
Boiling Point: Not determined
Specific Gravity: 1.1347
Solubility in Water: Soluble
pH: 10.0-10.5
Odour Threshold: Not determined
Vapour Pressure: Not determined
Vapour Density: Not determined
Evaporation Rate: Not determined
Freezing Point: Not determined
Coefficient of Water/Oil Distribution: Greater than 1.0
SECTION (4): FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash Point (Closed cup): None to boiling.
Extinguisher Media: Dry chemicals, CO2, water spray
or foam.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Wear full protective equipment
including NIOSH approved self
contained breathing apparatus.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazard: None known.
Flammable Limits: Not known.
Auto-ignition Temperature: Not known.
Conditions of Flammability: Not known.
Explosion Data:
Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact: None.
Sensitivity to Static Discharge: None.
SECTION (5): REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Stable under normal storage
conditions.
Incompatibility (Materials to avoid): Strong acids, oxidizing agents,
strong alkalis.
Hazardous Decomposition Product: Carbon and nitrogen oxides.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
SECTION (6): TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES
ROUTE OF ENTRY INFORMATION: Skin and eye contact.
Irritancy: May cause eye or skin irritation.
Effects of Accute Exposure to Product: Concentrated product may
cause eye or skin irritation.
Effect of Chronic Exposure to Product: None known.
Exposure Limits: None known.
Sensitization to Product: No data.
Carcinogenicity: None known. Trisodium
nitrilotriacetate monohydrate
component classified 2B
(possibly carcinogenic to
humans by IARC).
Reproductive Toxicity: None known.
Teratogenicity: None known.
Mutagenicity: None known.
Name of Toxicologically Synergistic Product: None known.
SECTION (7): PREVENTATIVE MEASURES
Respiratory Protection:
If inhalation of concentrated product mist or spray is likely use a NIOSH/MSHA approved
dust/mist respirator.
Ventilation:
Good general ventilation or local exhaust for spraying and misting in confined areas.
Protective Gloves:
Use rubber or plastic gloves when handling the concentrated product.
Eye Protection:
Chemical goggles, safety goggles or face shield.
Disposal Procedures for Spills or Leaks:
Wear protective equipment. Dike and contain large spills. Pump spill into an approved
waste container. For small spills soak up with a suitable absorbent such as clay, soil or
commercially available adsorbents and scoop into an approved waste container.
Waste Disposal Method:
Reuse if possible, or otherwise dispose recovered material in accordance with all local,
provincial or federal regulations.
Other Precautions:
Use good industrial hygiene. Do not get in eyes on skin, or on clothing. Do not breathe
sprays/mists. Keep container closed when not in use. Store upright. Keep from freezing. Do
not mix with any other chemicals.
EYES: Flush with plenty of water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention.
SKIN: Wash well with plenty of water for 15 minutes. If skin irritation develops
contact a physician.
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air.
INGESTION: Give plenty of water to drink. Do not induce vomiting. Call a physician.
SECTION (9): PREPARATION INFORMATION
Prepared by Technical Advisory services. Phone: (306) 347-0444
Date: April 18, 2001
Revised: April 16, 2004
The information provided in this Material Safety Data Sheet has been obtained from sources
believed to be reliable. MAXIM CHEMICAL INTERNATIONAL LTD. provides no warranties
expressed or implied and assumes no responsibility for the accuracy or the completeness of
the data contained herein.
MSDS-ID 1740853