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Section 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT NAME
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STATEMENT OF HAZARDOUS NATURE
Considered a Hazardous Substance according to the criteria of the New
Zealand Hazardous Substances New Organisms legislation.
OTHER NAMES
PRODUCT USE
Windscreen washer additive concentrate.
SUPPLIER
Company: Wurth New Zealand Limited
Address:
42 Hobill Avenue
Manukau City
Auckland
NZL
Telephone: 0800 683 040
Fax: 0800 100 104
Section 2 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
GHS Classification
Carcinogen Category 2
Eye Irritation Category 2A
Respiratory Sensitizer Category 1
Skin Sensitizer Category 1
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
HAZARD
DANGER
Determined by Chemwatch using GHS/HSNO criteria:
6.4A 6.5A 6.5B 6.7B
Causes serious eye irritation
May cause allergic or asthmatic symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
May cause allergic skin reaction
Suspected of causing cancer
PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS
Prevention
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
Obtain special instructions before use.
In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection.
Contaminated clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
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Section 2 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Use personal protective equipment as required.
Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
Response
IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position
comfortable for breathing.
If exposed or concerned: Get medical attention advice.
If skin irritation or rash occurs, seek medical advice/attention.
If experiencing respiratory symptoms call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
IF ON SKIN: Gently wash with plenty of soap and water.
Specific treatment: refer to Label or MSDS.
If eye irritation persists, get medical advice/attention.
Wear eye/face protection.
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if
present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
Storage
Store locked up.
Disposal
Dispose of contents and container in accordance with relevant legislation.
Section 3 - COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
NAME CAS RN %
nitrilotriacetic acid, trisodium salt 5064-31-3 1-19.9
(C10- 16)alkylbenzenesulfonic acid, sodium salt 68081-81-2 1-19.9
water 7732-18-5
Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
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SWALLOWED
?If swallowed do NOT induce vomiting.
?If vomiting occurs, lean patient forward or place on left side (head-down position, if
possible) to maintain open airway and prevent aspiration.
?Observe the patient carefully.
?Never give liquid to a person showing signs of being sleepy or with reduced awareness;
i.e. becoming unconscious.
?Give water to rinse out mouth, then provide liquid slowly and as much as casualty can
comfortably drink.
?Seek medical advice.
EYE
If this product comes in contact with the eyes:
?Wash out immediately with fresh running water.
?Ensure complete irrigation of the eye by keeping eyelids apart and away from eye and
moving the eyelids by occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids.
?If pain persists or recurs seek medical attention.
?Removal of contact lenses after an eye injury should only be undertaken by skilled
personnel.
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Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
SKIN
If skin contact occurs:
?Immediately remove all contaminated clothing, including footwear.
?Flush skin and hair with running water (and soap if available).
?Seek medical attention in event of irritation.
INHALED
?If fumes or combustion products are inhaled remove from contaminated area.
?Lay patient down. Keep warm and rested.
?Prostheses such as false teeth, which may block airway, should be removed, where
possible, prior to initiating first aid procedures.
?Apply artificial respiration if not breathing, preferably with a demand valve
resuscitator, bag-valve mask device, or pocket mask as trained. Perform CPR if necessary.
?Transport to hospital, or doctor.
NOTES TO PHYSICIAN
Treat symptomatically.
Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
?There is no restriction on the type of extinguisher which may be used.
FIRE FIGHTING
?Alert Fire Brigade and tell them location and nature of hazard.
?Wear breathing apparatus plus protective gloves for fire only.
?Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water courses.
?Use fire fighting procedures suitable for surrounding area.
?DO NOT approach containers suspected to be hot.
?Cool fire exposed containers with water spray from a protected location.
?If safe to do so, remove containers from path of fire.
?Equipment should be thoroughly decontaminated after use.
FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARD
?Non combustible.
?Not considered to be a significant fire risk.
?Expansion or decomposition on heating may lead to violent rupture of containers.
?Decomposes on heating and may produce toxic fumes of carbon monoxide (CO).
?May emit acrid smoke.
Other decomposition products include:.
carbon dioxide (CO2).
nitrogen oxides (NOx) and sulfur oxides (SOx).
FIRE INCOMPATIBILITY
Avoid contamination with strong oxidising agents as ignition may result.
Personal Protective Equipment
Chemical splash suit.
Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
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Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
MINOR SPILLS
Slippery when spilt.
Clean up all spills immediately.
Wear impervious gloves and safety glasses.
Wipe up and absorb small quantities with vermiculite or other absorbent material.
Place in clean drum then flush area with water.
MAJOR SPILLS
Slippery when spilt.
Minor hazard.
?Clear area of personnel.
?Alert Fire Brigade and tell them location and nature of hazard.
?Control personal contact by using protective equipment as required.
?Prevent spillage from entering drains or water ways.
?Contain spill with sand, earth or vermiculite.
?Collect recoverable product into labelled containers for recycling.
?Absorb remaining product with sand, earth or vermiculite and place in appropriate
containers for disposal.
?Wash area and prevent runoff into drains or waterways.
?If contamination of drains or waterways occurs, advise emergency services.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLANNING GUIDELINES (ERPG)
The maximum airborne concentration below which it is believed that nearly all individuals could be exposed
for up to one hour WITHOUT experiencing or developing
life-threatening health effects is:
(C10-16)alkylbenzenesulfonic acid, sodium salt 200 mg/m?br>
irreversible or other serious effects or symptoms which could impair an individual's ability to take
protective action is:
(C10-16)alkylbenzenesulfonic acid, sodium salt 75 mg/m?br>
other than mild, transient adverse effects without perceiving a clearly defined odour is:
(C10-16)alkylbenzenesulfonic acid, sodium salt 12.5 mg/m?br>
The threshold concentration below which most people will experience no appreciable risk of health effects:
(C10-16)alkylbenzenesulfonic acid, sodium salt 4 mg/m?br>
American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA)
Ingredients considered according to the following cutoffs
Very Toxic (T+) >= 0.1% Toxic (T) >= 3.0%
R50 >= 0.25% Corrosive (C) >= 5.0%
R51 >= 2.5%
else >= 10%
where percentage is percentage of ingredient found in the mixture
Personal Protective Equipment advice is contained in Section 8 of the MSDS.
Section 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
PROCEDURE FOR HANDLING
?Limit all unnecessary personal contact.
?Wear protective clothing when risk of exposure occurs.
?Use in a well-ventilated area.
?Avoid contact with incompatible materials.
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Section 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
?When handling, DO NOT eat, drink or smoke.
?Keep containers securely sealed when not in use.
?Avoid physical damage to containers.
?Always wash hands with soap and water after handling.
?Work clothes should be laundered separately.
?Use good occupational work practice.
?Observe manufacturer's storing and handling recommendations.
?Atmosphere should be regularly checked against established exposure standards to ensure
safe working conditions are maintained.
SUITABLE CONTAINER
?Polyethylene or polypropylene container.
?Packing as recommended by manufacturer.
?Check all containers are clearly labelled and free from leaks.
STORAGE INCOMPATIBILITY
Avoid storage with oxidisers.
STORAGE REQUIREMENTS
?Store in original containers.
?Keep containers securely sealed.
?Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area.
?Store away from incompatible materials and foodstuff containers.
?Protect containers against physical damage and check regularly for leaks.
?Observe manufacturer's storing and handling recommendations.
Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
EXPOSURE CONTROLS
The following materials had no OELs on our records
?nitrilotriacetic acid, trisodium salt: CAS:5064- 31- 3 CAS:18662- 53- 8
?(C10- 16)alkylbenzenesulfonic acid, sodium CAS:68081- 81- 2 CAS:25155- 30- 0
salt:
?water: CAS:7732- 18- 5
MATERIAL DATA
None assigned. Refer to individual constituents.
INGREDIENT DATA
(C10-16)ALKYLBENZENESULFONIC ACID, SODIUM SALT:
NITRILOTRIACETIC ACID, TRISODIUM SALT:
(C10-16)ALKYLBENZENESULFONIC ACID, SODIUM SALT:
NITRILOTRIACETIC ACID, TRISODIUM SALT:
These "dusts" have little adverse effect on the lungs and do not produce toxic effects
or organic disease. Although there is no dust which does not evoke some cellular response
at sufficiently high concentrations, the cellular response caused by P.N.O.C.s has the
following characteristics:
?the architecture of the air spaces remain intact,
?scar tissue (collagen) is not synthesised to any degree,
?tissue reaction is potentially reversible.
Extensive concentrations of P.N.O.C.s may:
?seriously reduce visibility,
?cause unpleasant deposits in the eyes, ears and nasal passages,
?contribute to skin or mucous membrane injury by chemical or mechanical action, per
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Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
se, or by the rigorous skin cleansing procedures necessary for their removal. [ACGIH]
This limit does not apply:
?to brief exposures to higher concentrations
?nor does it apply to those substances that may cause physiological impairment at
lower concentrations but for which a TLV has as yet to be determined.
This exposure standard applies to particles which
?are insoluble or poorly soluble* in water or, preferably, in aqueous lung fluid (if
data is available) and
?have a low toxicity (i.e.. are not cytotoxic, genotoxic, or otherwise chemically
reactive with lung tissue, and do not emit ionizing radiation, cause immune sensitization
, or cause toxic effects other than by inflammation or by a mechanism of lung overload).
WATER:
No exposure limits set by NOHSC or ACGIH.
PERSONAL PROTECTION
EYE
?Safety glasses with side shields; or as required,
?Chemical goggles.
?Contact lenses may pose a special hazard; soft contact lenses may absorb and
concentrate irritants. A written policy document, describing the wearing of lens or
restrictions on use, should be created for each workplace or task. This should include a
review of lens absorption and adsorption for the class of chemicals in use and an account
of injury experience. Medical and first-aid personnel should be trained in their removal
and suitable equipment should be readily available. In the event of chemical exposure,
begin eye irrigation immediately and remove contact lens as soon as practicable. Lens
should be removed at the first signs of eye redness or irritation - lens should be
removed in a clean environment only after workers have washed hands thoroughly. [CDC
NIOSH Current Intelligence Bulletin 59].
HANDS/FEET
Impervious gloves.
PVC gloves.
Rubber gloves.
OTHER
No special equipment needed when handling small quantities.
OTHERWISE:
?Overalls.
?Barrier cream.
?Eyewash unit.
RESPIRATOR
Selection of the Class and Type of respirator will depend upon the level of breathing
zone contaminant and the chemical nature of the contaminant. Protection Factors (defined
as the ratio of contaminant outside and inside the mask) may also be important.
Breathing Zone Level Maximum Protection Half- face Respirator Full- Face Respirator
ppm (volume) Factor
1000 10 - AUS P -
1000 50 - - AUS P
5000 50 Airline * -
5000 100 - -2P
10000 100 - -3P
100+ Airline**
* - Continuous Flow ** - Continuous-flow or positive pressure demand.
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Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
The local concentration of material, quantity and conditions of use determine the type of
personal protective equipment required.
For further information consult site specific
CHEMWATCH data (if available), or your
Occupational Health and Safety Advisor.
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
None required when handling small quantities.
Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
APPEARANCE
Clear liquid with a fruity odour; mixes with water.
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Liquid.
Mixes with water.
Molecular Weight: Not Applicable Boiling Range (?100 in itial
C):
Melting Range (?<- 10
C): Specific Gravity (water=1): 1.028
Solubility in water (g/L): Miscible pH (as supplied): 6- 7
pH (1% solution): Not Available Vapour Pressure (kPa): Not Available
Volatile Component (%vol): Not Available Evaporation Rate: Not Available
Relative Vapour Density (air=1): Not Available Flash Point (?>100
C):
Lower Explosive Limit (%): Not Applicable Upper Explosive Limit (%): Not Applicable
Autoignition Temp (?Not Available
C): Decomposition Temp ( ?Not Available
C):
State: Liquid Viscosity: Not Available
Section 10 - CHEMICAL STABILITY AND REACTIVITY INFORMATION
CONDITIONS CONTRIBUTING TO INSTABILITY
?Presence of incompatible materials.
?Product is considered stable.
?Hazardous polymerisation will not occur.
Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
ACUTE HEALTH EFFECTS CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS
Irritating to eyes. Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.
Can be absorbed through skin.
TOXICITY AND IRRITATION
Not available. Refer to individual constituents.
NITRILOTRIACETIC ACID, TRISODIUM SALT:
unless otherwise specified data extracted from RTECS - Register of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances.
TOXICITY IRRITATION
Oral (rat) LD50: 1100 mg/kg Skin (rabbit): non- irritating *
Eye (rabbit): Irritant *
* [BASF]
WARNING: This substance has been classified by the IARC as Group 2B: Possibly
Carcinogenic to Humans.
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Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
(C10-16)ALKYLBENZENESULFONIC ACID, SODIUM SALT:
unless otherwise specified data extracted from RTECS - Register of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances.
TOXICITY IRRITATION
Oral (rat) LD50: 438 mg/kg Skin (rabbit): 20 mg/24 hr- SEVERE
Eye (rabbit): 0.25 mg/24hr- SEVERE
Eye (rabbit): 1% - SEVERE
WATER:
unless otherwise specified data extracted from RTECS - Register of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances.
No significant acute toxicological data identified in literature search.
Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Water hazard class 2 (Self-assessment): hazardous to water.
Refer to data for ingredients, which follows:
NITRILOTRIACETIC ACID, TRISODIUM SALT:
Bacterial toxicity: 500 mg/l [Warburg test]
Aquatic toxicity (daphnids) 48hr EC50: >100 mg/l
Fish toxicity (Dionda nubila) 96hr LC50: >100 mg/l
COD: 625 mg O2/g
(C10-16)ALKYLBENZENESULFONIC ACID, SODIUM SALT:
Octanol/water partition coefficients cannot easily be determined for surfactants because
one part of the molecule is hydrophilic and the other part is hydrophobic. Consequently
they tend to accumulate at the interface and are not extracted into one or other of the
liquid phases. As a result surfactants are expected to transfer slowly, for example, from
water into the flesh of fish. During this process, readily biodegradable surfactants are
expected to be metabolised rapidly during the process of bioaccumulation. This was
emphasised by the OECD Expert Group stating that chemicals are not to be considered to
show bioaccumulation potential if they are readily biodegradable.
Several anionic and nonionic surfactants have been investigated to evaluate their
potential to bioconcentrate in fish. BCF values (BCF - bioconcentration factor) ranging
from 1 to 350 were found. These are absolute maximum values, resulting from the
radiolabelling technique used. In all these studies, substantial oxidative metabolism was
found resulting in the highest radioactivity in the gall bladder. This indicates liver
transformation of the parent compound and biliary excretion of the metabolised compounds,
so that "real" bioconcentration is overstated. After correction it can be expected that
"real" parent BCF values are one order of magnitude less than those indicated above, i.e.
"real" BCF is <100. Therefore the usual data used for classification by EU directives to
determine whether a substance is "Dangerous to the "Environment" has little bearing on
whether the use of the surfactant is environmentally acceptable.
DO NOT discharge into sewer or waterways.
Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
? Recycle wherever possible or consult manufacturer for recycling options.
? Consult State Land Waste Management Authority for disposal.
? Bury residue in an authorised landfill.
? Recycle containers if possible, or dispose of in an authorised landfill.
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Section 14 - TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
HAZCHEM: None
NOT REGULATED FOR TRANSPORT OF DANGEROUS GOODS:UN, IATA,
IMDG
Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
REGULATIONS
nitrilotriacetic acid, trisodium salt (CAS: 5064-31-3) is found on the following
regulatory lists;
IMO MARPOL 73/78 (Annex II) - List of Noxious Liquid Substances Carried in Bulk
New Zealand Transferred List of Single Component Substances
OECD Representative List of High Production Volume (HPV) Chemicals
(C10-16)alkylbenzenesulfonic acid, sodium salt (CAS: 68081-81-2) is found on the
following regulatory lists;
International Council of Chemical Associations (ICCA) - High Production Volume List
OECD Representative List of High Production Volume (HPV) Chemicals
(C10-16)alkylbenzenesulfonic acid, sodium salt (CAS: 25155-30-0) is found on the
following regulatory lists;
International Council of Chemical Associations (ICCA) - High Production Volume List
New Zealand Transferred List of Single Component Substances
OECD Representative List of High Production Volume (HPV) Chemicals
water (CAS: 7732-18-5) is found on the following regulatory lists;
New Zealand Transferred List of Single Component Substances
OECD Representative List of High Production Volume (HPV) Chemicals
No data available for nitrilotriacetic acid, trisodium salt as CAS: 18662-53-8.
Specific advice on controls required for materials used in
New Zealand can be found at
http://www.ermanz.govt.nz/search/registers.html
Section 16 - OTHER INFORMATION
NEW ZEALAND POISONS INFORMATION CENTRE
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INGREDIENTS WITH MULTIPLE CAS NUMBERS
Ingredient Name CAS
nitrilotriacetic acid, trisodium salt 5064- 31- 3, 18662- 53- 8
(C10- 16)alkylbenzenesulfonic acid, sodium salt 68081- 81- 2, 25155- 30- 0
EXPOSURE STANDARD FOR MIXTURES
"Worst Case" computer-aided prediction of spray/ mist or fume/ dust components and
concentration:
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Section 16 - OTHER INFORMATION
Composite Exposure Standard for Mixture (TWA) :100 mg/m?
Classification of the preparation and its individual components has drawn on official and
authoritative sources as well as independent review by the Chemwatch Classification
committee using available literature references.
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