MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

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1 1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE MATERIAL AND SUPPLIER Product Name Pool Pro Power Floc Product Code - Other Names - Product Use Liquid flocculent in swimming pool water Company Name The POPS Group Pty Ltd as Trustee for The Pool Shops Trust Address Cairns Street Loganholme QLD 4129 Telephone Number Emergency Telephone International 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION NON HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE. NON DANGEROUS GOODS. Not classified as hazardous according to the criteria of ASCC. Hazards - Risk Phrases - Safety Phrases S1/2 - Keep locked up and out of reach of children. S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S37/39 - Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection. S45 - In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible). 3. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Ingredient (common name) CAS Number Proportion (%) Cationic high molecular weight polyamide <10% Preservative and dye Proprietary <10% Water To 100% 4. FIRST AID MEASURES Inhalation Ingestion If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Seek medical attention if symptoms develop. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Immediately rinse mouth with water. If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting. Give a glass of water. Seek immediate medical attention. 16/06/2008 1/5

2 Skin Eyes Notes to doctor Remove contaminated clothing and wash affected areas with soap and water. Seek medical attention if symptoms develop. Launder clothing before reuse. In case of eye contact, check for and remove any contact lenses. Immediately irrigate eyes with plenty of running water for at least 15 minutes, keeping eyelids open. Seek immediate medical attention. Treat symptomatically. 5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES Suitable Extinguishing Media Hazardous Combustion Products Firefighting Equipment Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards Hazchem Code For major fires call the Fire Brigade. Ensure that an escape path is available from any fire. Water spray, foam, dry agent (carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder). Toxic fumes of nitrogen oxides and carbon dioxide. Wear ASCC approved self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing. Non flammable. Not allocated. 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Spills Clear area of all unprotected personnel. Wear ASCC approved selfcontained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing. Work up wind or increase ventilation. Stop leak if safe to do so. Contain spill with sand or earth. Collect and seal in properly labelled containers or drums for disposal. Wash spilled area with copious amounts of water after initial clean up. Prevent material from entering waterways, drains or sewers. 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE Handling Storage Use of safe work practices are recommended to avoid eye or skin contact and inhalation. Observe good personal hygiene, including washing hands before eating. Store in a cool, dry, well ventilated place and out of direct sunlight. Store away from incompatible materials. Keep containers closed when not in use. Check regularly for spills. 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION Exposure Standards (ASCC) Engineering Controls No exposure standards set. Local exhaust ventilation is recommended when dusts can be released in excess of established airborne exposure limits. 16/06/2008 2/5

3 Respiratory Protection Eye Protection Skin Protection Hygienic Practices Use an ASCC approved full face supplied air respirator if high airborne concentrations of the material are present. See Australian Standards AS/NZS 1715 and 1716 for more information. To prevent eye contact wear eye protection such as safety goggles or face shield. To prevent skin contact wear protective clothing, such as impervious gloves, apron, work pants, long sleeve work shirt or disposable coveralls. Food, beverages and tobacco products should not be stored or consumed where this material is in use. Provide eyewash fountains and safety showers in close proximity to points of potential exposure. 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Appearance Solubility in Water Boiling Point 100 C Volatiles (%) >80% ph 2.6 Blue liquid Completely Specific Gravity (Water=1) 1 Flash Point 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Chemical Stability Incompatible Materials Hazardous Decomposition Products Hazardous Polymerization Conditions to Avoid Stable at ambient temperature and under normal conditions of use. Oxidising agents, cationic surfactants Toxic fumes of nitrogen oxides and carbon dioxide. Will not occur. 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Toxicity Routes of Exposure Health effects from likely routes of exposure Effects of Overexposure Existing Conditions Aggravated by Exposure Carcinogenicity No information available Inhalation, ingestion, eye and skin Inhalation: Ingestion: Eye: Skin: May cause mucous membranes and respiratory tract irritation. May cause nausea and vomiting. May cause eye irritation. May cause skin irritation. Prolonged or repeated contact with concentrate may cause dermatitis. 16/06/2008 3/5

4 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Ecotoxicity Mobility 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Disposal methods and containers Special precautions for landfill or incineration Dispose according to applicable local and state government regulations. Please consult your state Land Waste Management Authority for more information 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION Not classified as a dangerous good according to the Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous goods by road or rail. UN Number Proper Shipping Name Dangerous Goods Class Hazchem Code Packing Group Special Precautions 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION Cationic high molecular weight polyamide and water are listed in the Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS). 16. OTHER INFORMATION Last Revision of MSDS Rev 1.1 (16/06/2008) Prepared by MSDS.COM.AU Pty Ltd Abbreviations Used IARC: International Agency for Research on Cancer ASCC: Australian Safety and Compensation Council NTP: National Toxicology Program (U.S.) OSHA: Occupational Safety and Health Administration (U.S.) STEL: Short term exposure limit TWA: Time weighted average Emergency Contacts The POPS Group Pty Ltd as Trustee for The Pool Shops Trust The POPS Group Pty Ltd as Trustee for The Pool /06/2008 4/5

5 Shops Trust Emergency Number Police and Fire Brigade Poisons Information Centre International The information contained in this material safety data sheet is provided in good faith and is believed to be accurate at the date of issuance. The POPS Group Pty Ltd as Trustee for The Pool Shops Trust makes no representation of the accuracy or comprehensiveness of the information and to the full extent allowed by law excludes all liability for any loss or damage related to the supply or use of the information in this material safety data sheet. MSDS.COM.AU Pty Ltd is not in a position to warrant the accuracy of the data herein. The user is cautioned to make their own determinations as to the suitability of the information provided to the particular circumstances in which the product is used. Please read instructions / label before using product. 16/06/2008 5/5