Aqua-Seal Chemical MSDS

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Product Name: Deep Clean Pro™ - Liquid
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This revision issued: November, 2011
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Issued by: Aqua-Seal STC™ Phone:+61 2 9521-4000(office hours)
Poisons Information Centre: 13 1126 from anywhere in Australia, (0800 764 766 in New Zealand)
Flammability Class: Does not burn.
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
Accidental release : This product is sold in small packages, and the accidental release from one of these is not usually a
cause for concern. For minor spills, clean up, rinsing to sewer and put empty container in garbage. Although no special
protective clothing is normally necessary because of occasional minor contact with this product, it is good practice to wear
impermeable gloves when handling chemical products. In the event of a major spill, prevent spillage from entering drains or
water courses and call emergency services.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
Handling : Keep exposure to this product to a minimum, and minimise the quantities kept in work areas. Check Section 8 of
this MSDS for details of personal protective measures, and make sure that those measures are followed. The measures
detailed below under "Storage" should be followed during handling in order to minimise risks to persons using the product in
the workplace. Also, avoid contact or contamination of product with incompatible materials listed in Section 10.
Storage: This product is a Scheduled Poison. Observe all relevant regulations regarding sale, transport and storage of this
schedule of poison. Store in a cool, well ventilated area. Check containers periodically for corrosion and leaks. Containers
should be kept closed in order to minimise contamination. Make sure that the product does not come into contact with
substances listed under "Incompatibilities" in Section 10. If you keep more than 2500kg or L of Dangerous Goods of
Packaging Group II, you may be required to license the premises or notify your Dangerous Goods authority. If you have any
doubts, we suggest you contact your Dangerous Goods authority in order to clarify your obligations. Check packaging - there
may be further storage instructions on the label.
Section 8 - Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
The following Australian Standards will provide general advice regarding safety clothing and equipment:
Respiratory equipment: AS/NZS 1715, Protective Gloves: AS 2161 , Occupational Protective Clothing: AS/NZS 4501 set 2008,
Industrial Eye Protection: AS1336 and AS/NZS 1337, Occupational Protective Footwear: AS/NZS2210.
SWA Exposure Limits TWA (mg/m3) STEL (mg/m3)
Sodium hydroxide 2 Peak
No special equipment is usually needed when occasionally handling small quantities. The following instructions are for bulk
handling or where regular exposure in an occupational setting occurs without proper containment systems.
Ventilation: This product should only be used in a well ventilated area. If natural ventilation is inadequate, use of a fan is
suggested.
Eye Protection: Your eyes must be completely protected from this product by splash resistant goggles with face shield. All
surrounding skin areas must be covered. Emergency eye wash facilities must also be available in an area close to where this
product is being used.
Skin Protection: Because of the dangerous nature of this product, make sure that all skin areas are completely covered by
impermeable gloves, overalls, hair covering, apron and face shield. See below for suitable material types.
Protective Material Types: We suggest that protective clothing be made from the following materials: rubber, Viton,
nitrile, butyl rubber, Barricade, neoprene, Teflon, polyethylene, PE/EVAL, Saranex, Responder.
Respirator: Usually, no respirator is necessary when using this product. However, if you have any doubts consult the
Australian Standard mentioned above. Otherwise, not normally necessary.
Safety deluge showers should, if practical, be provided near to where this product is being handled commercially.
Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties:
Physical Description & colour : Light yellow coloured liquid.
Odour: Slight odour.
Boiling Point: Approximately 100°C at 100kPa.
Freezing/Melting Point: Below 0°C.
Volatiles: Water component.
Vapour Pressure: 2.37 kPa at 20°C (water vapour pressure).
Vapour Density: No data.
Specific Gravity: 1.04
Water Solubility: Completely soluble in water.
pH: 13 approx
Volatility: No data.