Product Use Abrasive cleaner for use on stainless steel and copper
Company Name BASS LABORATORIES PTY LTD (ABN 66 698 091 866)
Address 7 WALDHEIM ROAD, BAYSWATER
Telephone Tel: (03) 9720 8177 Fax: (03) 9738 0132
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Information on Product based on silica and cleaning additives.
Composition
Ingredients Name CAS Proportion
Surfactant blend N/A 1-5%
Corrosion inhibitors N/A 1-5%
Sulphamic Acid 5329-14-6 1-5%
Perfume (Proprietary) 0-1%
Silica N/A Balance
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Not classified as hazardous according to the criteria of NOHSC and not classified as a dangerous good according to the ADG code.
Risk phrases:
R36/38 Irritating to eyes
Safety phrases:
S2 Keep out of reach of children.
S25 Avoid contact with eyes.
Hazard Category Irritant
Symptoms & Effects May dry skin on prolonged contact.
Other Hazard Information: Dust is irritating to eyes
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation Remove victim to fresh air. Investigate possible misuse of material. Seek medical attention.
Ingestion Rinse mouth thoroughly with water immediately. Give water to drink. DO NOT induce Vomiting. Seek medical attention.
Eye Remove contact lenses. Immediately irrigate with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Eyelids to be held open. Seek immediate medical assistance.
Skin Wash affected areas with copious quantities of water. If irritation occurs, seek medical advice.
First Aid Facilities Normal washroom facilities.
Advice to Doctor Treat symptomatically.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing Media Use extinguishing media suitable for surrounding fire situation.
Specific Hazards Nil.
Precautions in Firefighters should wear Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus and full
connection with Fire protective clothing to minimise exposure. Promptly isolate the scene by removing all persons from the vicinity of the incident if there is a fire. If safe to do so, remove undamaged containers from fire area.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Spills & Disposal Sweep up, but avoid generating dust. Vacuum area. Collect and seal in properly labelled drums for disposal. Neutralise remaining product with lime or soda ash, adjusting pH to 6-10. Wash area down with excess water.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling Repeated or prolonged exposure without personal protection should be avoided in order to lessen the possibility of disorders. It is essential that all who come into contact with this material maintain high standards of personal hygiene ie. washing hands prior to eating, drinking or going to the toilet. Use only in a well ventilated area. Keep container closed and bung in place.
Storage This product should be stored in a cool, dry, well ventilated area, out of the reach of children and away from oxidising agents. Do not store for prolonged periods in direct sunlight. Keep containers closed when not in use and securely sealed and protected against physical damage. Inspect regularly for deficiencies such as damage or leaks.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Limits No value assigned for this specific material by the National Occupational Health and Safety Commission (NOHSC). However as with all chemicals, exposure should be kept to the least possible levels.
Respiratory Protection Avoid breathing of dust. Where ventilation is inadequate and dust is generated the use of an approved respirator with dust filter or a supplied air respirator complying with AS/NZS 1715 and AS/NZS 1716 is recommended, depending on surrounding work conditions.
Final choice of appropriate breathing protection is dependant upon actual airborne concentrations and the type of breathing protection required will vary according to individual circumstances. Expert advice may be required to make this decision. Reference should be made to Australian Standards AS/NZS 1715 – Selection, Use and Maintenance of Respiratory Protective Devices; and AS/NZS 1716 – Respiratory Protective Devices.
Eye Protection Safety glasses.
Hand Protection Plastic or rubber gloves.
Body Protection Impervious protective clothing where likely to be contaminated.
Eng. Controls Avoid generating and inhaling dusts. The use of respiratory protection, or an exhaust ventilation system and equipment, as necessary, is recommended.
Other information No Biological Limit Value allocated.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance Off white powder.
Odour Fresh floral
Boiling Point None applicable
Solubility in Water Not soluble in water
Specific Gravity None allocated
(H2O = 1)
Physical State Powder
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Cont….
Flash Point Non flammable
Flammability Non flammable
Flammable Limits LEL Non flammable
Flammable Limits UEL Non flammable
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability Stable under normal conditions of storage and handling.
Hazardous Will not occur.
Polymerization
Materials to Avoid None known.
Hazardous None known.
Decomposition
Products
Hazardous Reaction Not a fire hazard.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxicology Not available
Information
Inhalation May cause irritation to the mouth, nose and throat. Inhalation of dust may result in respiratory irritation.
Ingestion Ingestion can cause nausea and vomiting. Not a likely source of exposure, however, may be harmful if swallowed in large amounts. Potential symptoms include nausea, diarrhoea, abdominal pain and vomiting.
Skin May cause irritation with prolonged contact with the skin, which can result in redness, itchiness, swelling and possibly lead to dermatitis. Repeated or prolonged contact with this material may result in systematic absorption leading to >>possible harmful or >>toxic effects similar to those of ingestion and inhalation.
Eye A severe eye irritant. May cause eye soreness.
Chronic Effects Prolonged and repeated exposure through skin contact, inhalation or swallowing of this material with no personal protection may result in> >toxic effects.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Environ. Protection Harmful to aquatic life. Harmful to birdlife. Prevent this material from entering the environment.
Mobility No data is available for this product.
Persistence / No data is available for this product.
Degradability
Bioaccumulation No data is available for this product.
Ecotoxicity No data is available for this product.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose of waste according to federal, E.P.A., state and local regulations. Assure conformity with all applicable regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
U.N. Number None allocated
Proper Shipping Name None allocated
DG Class None allocated
Hazchem Code None allocated
Packing Group None allocated
EPG Number None allocated
IERG Number None allocated
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Safety Phrase S22/51 Do not breathe dust. Use only in well ventilated areas.
S24/25 Avoid contact with skin
S36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
Poisons Schedule Not Scheduled
AICS (Australia) All ingredients are listed in the Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS).
16. OTHER INFORMATION
This MSDS summarises our best knowledge of the health and safety hazard information of the product and how to safely handle and use the product in the workplace. Each user must review this MSDS in the context of how the product will be handled in the workplace and in conjunction with other materials. If clarification or further information is needed to ensure that an appropriate risk assessment can be made, the user should contact this company.
Contact Person/Point Bass Laboratories: Technical Manager (03) 9720 8177
SDS History MSDS Creation: 27 April 2006
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