SPILL STATION AUSTRALIA
1 Blackfriar Pl
Wetherill Park
NSW 2164
Ph: 1300 66 42 66
Fax: 02 9757 4249
E-mail: sales@spillstation.com.au
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Date of Revision: August 2009 Page 1 of 2
NOT HAZARDOUS ACCORDING TO CRITERIA OF WORKSAFE
1. IDENTIFICATION
Product Name: Spill Station Formaldehyde Absorbent
Other Names: N/A
Product Code: N/A
UN Number: None allocated
Dangerous Goods Class: None allocated
Secondary Risk: None allocated
Hazchem Code: None allocated
Pack Group: None allocated
EPG: None allocated
Poisons Schedule: None allocated
Uses: Formaldehyde spill absorbent
1.1 PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION/PROPERTIES
Appearance: Brown natural organic substance
Boiling Point (oC): Boiling Point (oC):
N/A N/A
Vapour Pressure: N/A Mm Hg (1 atm) Vapour Pressure: N/A Mm Hg (1 atm)
Flash Point (OC): Flash Point (OC):
N/A
G/l (250C) G/l (250C)
Solubility in Water: Insoluble Solubility in Water: Insoluble
pH (@ 10% solution): N/A pH (@ 10% solution): N/A
1.2 OTHER PROPERTIES
N/A
1.3 INGREDIENTS
C.A.S. N0
Chemical Entity Proportion
Coir Pith Fibre Not applicable >95%
Urea 57-13-6 15%
Buret 108-19-0 >1%
2. HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
2.1 HEALTH EFFECTS - ACUTE
Data suggests that the product should present no significant problems to a typical person if used as
Swallowed:
intended.
Eye: Can cause irritation to eyes.
Skin: Can cause irritation to skin.
Data suggests that the product should present no significant problems to a typical person if used as
Inhaled:
intended.
2.2 HEALTH EFFECTS - CHRONIC
No data available.
2.3 FIRST AID
Swallowed: If swallowed, do not induce vomiting. Give a glass of water.
Immediately flush the contaminated eye(s) with lukewarm, gently flowing water for 15 minutes
Eye:
holding the eyelid(s) open. Seek medical attention if necessary.
Skin: If skin is exposed then wash thoroughly. If irritation persists then seek medical attention.
Inhaled: If inhaled, remove to fresh air and keep victim calm. Seek medical attention if acute reaction.
2.4 FIRST AID FACILITIES
Ensure an eye bath and safety shower is available and ready to use.
2.5 ADVISE TO DOCTORS
Treat symptomatically based on the judgement of doctor and individual reactions of patient.
2.6 TOXICITY DATA
No data available.
3. PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
3.1 Exposure Standards:
No value assigned for this specific material by Workplace Australia, however Exposure Standards the blanket limit for dusts and
mists is 10 mg/m3 when limits have not otherwise been established. Refer to the MSDS of the spill to unsure adequate personal
protection.
3.2 Engineering Controls:
Engineering control methods including adequate mechanical ventilation to reduce hazardous exposures are preferred.
3.3 Personal Protection
Respirator ?A suitable mask respirator is preferred when using this product.
Eye protection ?Not applicable
Gloves ?Impermeable gloves should be worn when using the product
Garments ?Not applicable
Avoid wearing contact lenses. Always wash hands before eating, drinking, smoking or using toilet.
3.4 Flammability:
Non flammable
SPILL STATION AUSTRALIA
1 Blackfriar Pl
Wetherill Park
NSW 2164
Ph: 1300 66 42 66
Fax: 02 9757 4249
E-mail: sales@spillstation.com.au
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4. SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
4.1 Storage / Transport
Store in cool dry ventilated storage area and away from foodstuffs. Not classified as a poison. Keep away from extreme heat and
open flames. Data suggests that the product should present no significant problems to a typical person if used as intended.
4.2 Packaging / Labelling
Sealed plastic containers.
U.N. N0: N/A Class: N/A Sub Risk: N/A
EPG N0:
Hazchem Code: N/A Pack Group: N/A N/A
Shipping Name: Natural mineral composition of sodium, potassium, alumina, silicate
Hazard: Not applicable
4.3 SPILLS & DISPOSAL
Spills:
Soil release ?shovel and sweep up.
Water spills ?not applicable.
Air spills ?keep upwind and treat as above.
Occupational spills ?shovel and sweep up.
Disposal (after treatment above)
Waste material should be disposed in accordance with local, state, and national EPA regulations.
4.4 FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARD
Fire / Explosion
No known explosion hazard or hazardous combustion product for virgin material.
Extinguishing Media
Not applicable.
5. OTHER INFORMATION
5.1 OTHER INFORMATION
5.2 CONTACT POINTS
ORGANISATION LOCATION TELEPHONE ASK FOR
Spill Station Aust Pty Limited Wetherill Park NSW 1300 66 42 66 Technical Officer
Poisons Information Centre Westmead 131126
DISCLAIMER:
The information given in this data sheet is to the best of our knowledge, true and accurate, but any recommendations
or suggestions that may be made are without guarantee, since the conditions of use are beyond our control. The
information and recommendations offered are for the user's consideration and is the user's responsibility to satisfy
them selves that they are suitable and complete for their purpose. We recommend that the safety and handling
information presented in this data sheet be passed on, in an appropriate format, to your customers and handlers.