SOLID_MEGA.pdf

Identification of the substance/preparation and company/undertaking

SAFETY DATA SHEET

SOLID MEGA

Conforms to EU regulation EC 1907/2006 and amendments

1.

Identification of the substance or preparation

SOLID MEGAProduct name :

Company/undertaking identification

: Machine Warewashing Detergent

Product is for professional use only

Product use

Date of revision : 20 May 2008Version : 3107823ECode :

Hazards identification2.

Classification C; R35 R31 R52/53

The product is classified as dangerous according to Directive 1999/45/EC and its amendments.

:Human health hazards Causes severe burns. Contact with acids liberates toxic gas.

:Environmental hazards Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.

See section 11 for more detailed information on health effects and symptoms.

Composition/information on ingredients sodium hydroxide 215-185-5 1310-73-2 30 - 50 C; R35 sodium carbonate 207-838-8 497-19-8 5 - 10 Xi; R36 troclosene sodium, dihydrate 220-767-7 51580-86-0 2 - 5 Xn; R22

Xi; R36/37 R31 N; R50/53 disodium metasilicate 229-912-9 6834-92-0 1 - 2 C; R34 Xi; R37

3.

Substance/preparation Preparation

Occupational exposure limits, if available, are listed in section 8.

EINECS % ClassificationIngredient name

See section 16 for the full text of the R-phrases declared above

CAS

≥ 30% phosphates <5% anionic surfactants, non-ionic surfactants, polycarboxylates, chlorine-based bleaching agents

Ingredient declaration according to detergent regulation 648/2004/EC:

Wash out mouth with water. Move exposed person to fresh air. Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Get medical attention immediately.

4.

First-aid measures

Move exposed person to fresh air. Get medical attention immediately.

Ingestion

Inhalation :

First aid measures

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SOLID MEGA

Skin contact

Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical attention immediately.

Flush contaminated skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash contaminated clothing thoroughly with water before removing it, or wear gloves. Continue to rinse for at least 10 minutes.

Wash clothing before reuse. Clean shoes thoroughly before reuse. Get medical attention immediately.

Eye contact

Specific treatments Not available.:

See section 11 for more detailed information on health effects and symptoms.

Fire-fighting measures5.

Promptly isolate the scene by removing all persons from the vicinity of the incident if there is a fire. This material is harmful to aquatic organisms. Fire water contaminated with this material must be contained and prevented from being discharged to any waterway, sewer or drain.

Hazardous thermal decomposition products

Decomposition products may include the following materials:

carbon oxides nitrogen oxides phosphorus oxides halogenated compounds metal oxide/oxides

Fire-fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in positive pressure mode.

Special protective equipment for fire-fighters

In case of fire, use water spray (fog), foam, dry chemical or CO2. This material is harmful to aquatic organisms. Fire water contaminated with this material must be contained and prevented from being discharged to any waterway, sewer or drain.

Extinguishing media - Suitable :

Extinguishing media - Not suitable

None known.:

Environmental precautions

Personal precautions

6. Accidental release measures

Note: see section 8 for personal protective equipment and section 13 for waste disposal.

: Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from entering. Do not touch or walk through spilt material. Provide adequate ventilation.

Water polluting material.

Small spill: : Move containers from spill area. Vacuum or sweep up material and place in a designated, labelled waste container.

Large spill : Prevent entry into sewers, water courses, basements or confined areas.

Vacuum or sweep up material and place in a designated, labelled waste container.

Handling

Handling and storage

Storage

7.

Do not get in eyes or on skin or clothing. Do not ingest. Keep away from acids. After handling, always wash hands thoroughly with soap and water.

Packaging materials

Use original container.

Store in accordance with local regulations. Store in original container protected from direct sunlight in a dry, cool and well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials (see section 10) and food and drink. Separate from acids. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use.

Recommended

Not available.:Specific uses

Do not store above the following temperature: 40°C

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Exposure limit values

8. Exposure controls/personal protection

Hand protection

(EN 374)

Exposure controls

A respirator is not needed under normal and intended conditions of product use.

1 - 4 hours : butyl rubber , nitrile rubber

Safety glasses. Goggles, face shield, or other full-face protection.Eye protection

(EN 166)

Respiratory protection

(EN 143, 141)

Not available.:

Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep worker exposure to airborne contaminants below any recommended or statutory limits. If user operations generate dust, fumes or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.

Occupational exposure controls

Skin protection

(EN 467)

Safety apron . Suitable protective footwear.:

Physical and chemical properties

Physical state Solid.

Odourless.Odour

White.Colour

9.

General information

Appearance

Not available.

Melting point

Boiling point

Vapour pressure

Relative density

Vapour density

Solubility

Not available.

1.6 to 1.65 g/cm3 (20 °C)

Not available.

Not applicable.

Easily soluble in cold water, hot water.

pH

Evaporation rate (butyl acetate = 1)

Not applicable.

Flash point > 100°C

Not applicable.

Not applicable.Flammability (solid, gas)

Not applicable.

12.4 to 12.6 (1%)

Viscosity Not available.

Octanol/water partition coefficient

Explosion limits

Explosive properties

Not available.Oxidising properties :

Important health, safety and environmental information

Not applicable.

Stability and reactivity

Stability

10.

Extremely reactive or incompatible with the following materials: acids.

Materials to avoid :

Do not mix with other products.

Stable under normal conditions.

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Toxicological information11.

No known significant effects or critical hazards.Carcinogenicity :

No known significant effects or critical hazards.Mutagenicity :

No known significant effects or critical hazards.Reproductive toxicity :

Potential acute health effects

Inhalation : May give off gas, vapor or dust that is very irritating or corrosive to the respiratory system. Exposure to decomposition products may cause a health hazard. Serious effects may be delayed following exposure.

May cause burns to mouth, throat and stomach.:Ingestion

Skin contact : Causes severe burns.

Causes severe burns.:Eye contact

Ecological information12.

The surfactants contained in the product are biodegradable according to the requirements of the detergent regulation 648/2004/EC

R52/53- Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.

Ecotoxicity

Persistence and degradability

Disposal considerations13.

200115*European waste catalogue

(EWC)

The generation of waste should be avoided or minimised wherever possible.

Disposal of this product, solutions and any by-products should at all times comply with the requirements of environmental protection and waste disposal legislation and any regional local authority requirements. Avoid dispersal of spilt material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers. Can be added to general waste collection after completely emptying. Use packages for recycling only when totally empty.

:Methods of disposal

ADR/RID Class

14.

International transport regulations

SODIUM HYDROXIDE, SOLID mixture 8 II

IMDG Class SODIUM HYDROXIDE, SOLID mixture 8 II

Transport information

Regulatory information

UN number Proper shipping name Class Packing group Label

UN1823

UN1823

Follow special pack instructions for air transport.

Regulatory information15.

Hazard symbol/symbols

EU regulations

Corrosive

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Safety phrases S2- Keep out of the reach of children.

S7- Keep container tightly closed.

S26- In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.

S36/37/39- Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.

S45- In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible).

R35- Causes severe burns.

R31- Contact with acids liberates toxic gas.

R52/53- Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.

Risk phrases

Contains

: sodium hydroxide

Other information16.

R22- Harmful if swallowed.

R34- Causes burns.

R35- Causes severe burns.

R36- Irritating to eyes.

R37- Irritating to respiratory system.

R36/37- Irritating to eyes and respiratory system.

R31- Contact with acids liberates toxic gas.

R50/53- Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.

R52/53- Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.

Full text of R-phrases referred to in sections 2 and 3 - Europe

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The above information is believed to be correct with respect to the formula used to manufacture the product in the country of origin. As data, standards, and regulations change, and conditions of use and handling are beyond our control, NO WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, IS MADE AS TO THE

COMPLETENESS OR CONTINUING ACCURACY OF THIS INFORMATION.

Notice to reader

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