Material Safety Data Sheet Issue Date: July 21, 2013 Product Name: Hy-Clor Phosphate Remover Not Hazardous according to criteria of Worksafe Australia IDENTIFICATION Product Name Hy-Chlor Phosphate Remover Other Names Lanthanum Chloride Product Code & Size HYCPR01 1LITRE Recommended Uses To reduce phosphates in swimming pool water Company Name HY-CLOR AUSTRALIA PTY LTD Address 178 Power Street, Glendenning, NSW 2761 Tel/Fax Ph: (02) 8805 2400 Fax: (02) 8805 2401 Emergency Contact Number Business Hours Only (02) 8805 2400. After Hours 0404 859 515 General Information 24 Hour Emergency Contact If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre Australia 131 126 or New Zealand 0800 764 766 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Hazard Statement This material is classified as non hazardous according to the criteria of ASCC Australia. UN Number Dangerous Goods Class Hazchem Code Packing Group Poisons Schedule Risk Phrases Safety Phrases Non hazardous-no data available Non hazardous-no data available Page 1 of 6
COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Ingredients CAS Number Proportions Lanthanum Salt Derivative 10025-84-0 10 to 30% All other non hazardous up to 100% components FIRST AID Swallowed Eye Skin Inhaled Advice to doctor If swallowed, wash mouth with water and give some water to drink. Further first aid is not generally required. If in doubt contact Poisons Information Centre Ph: 131 126 or doctor. No effects expected. If irritation does occur, flush contaminated eye(s) with lukewarm, gently flowing water for 5 mins or until product is removed. Obtain medical advice if irritation continues. No specific health data is available for this product. If any unusual symptoms become evident, or if in doubt, wash skin with water and obtain medical advice. First Aid is generally not required. If in doubt seek medical advice. Treat symptomatically FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES Extinguishers Fire Fighting Procedures Hazardous Decomposition Products Other Precautions Not combustible. Use extinguishing media most suitable to burning materials. Fire fighters should wear a positive-pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and protective fire fighting clothing (includes fire fighting helmet, coat, trousers, boots and gloves). Clear fire area of all non-emergency personnel. Stay upwind. Keep out of low areas. Eliminate ignition sources. Only small quantities of decomposition products are expected from this product at temperatures normally achieved in a fire. This will only occur after heating to dryness. There is no risk of an explosion from this product under normal circumstances if it is involved in a fire. Page 2 of 6
ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Spills Minor spills do not require special measures. In the event of a major spill, prevent spillage from entering drains or watercourses. Personnel involved in the clean up should wear full protective clothing. Evacuate all unnecessary personnel. Eliminate all sources of ignition. Increase ventilation. Avoid walking though spilled product as it may be slippery. Stop leak if safe to do so. HANDLING AND STORAGE Handling Storage Observe good personal hygiene practices and recommended procedures. Wash thoroughly after handling. Take precautionary measures against static discharges by bonding and grounding equipment. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Do not inhale vapour/fumes. Store in a cool, dry, well ventilated area. Keep containers tightly closed when not in use. Inspect regularly for deficiencies such as damage or leaks. Protect against physical damage. Keep protected from sources of ignition, direct sunlight and moisture. Store at ambient temperature. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION Exposure Standards Engineering Measures Personal Protection Flammability Exposure Limits have not been established by NOHSC for any of the known significant ingredients in this product. No special ventilation requirements are normally necessary. However, make sure the work environment remains clean and that vapours and mists are minimized. No special equipment is usually needed when occasionally handling small quantities. Wear an approved air purifying respirator with cartridge where dusts/vapours are generated and engineering controls are adequate. (AS1715/1716). Safety glasses with side shields (AS1336/1337). Chemical resistant gloves (AS2161). Long sleeved protective clothing and safety footwear (AS3765/2210) Non-combustible. Non-flammable. No risk of explosion. Fire decomposition from the product is likely to be harmful if inhaled. Page 3 of 6
PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION/PROPERTIES Appearance Blue Liquid Boiling Point Approx 105 C at 100 kpa Melting/Freezing Point Approx -3 C Vapour Pressure 2.3 kpa at 20 C Specific Gravity 1.2 1.3 Flash Point N/A ph 7.8 8.0 Solubility in water Ingredients are soluble Flammability Limits Does Not Burn Lower Explosion Limit N/A Upper Explosion Limit N/A Other Properties No odour STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Chemical Stability Conditions to Avoid Incompatible Materials Hazardous Decomposition Products Hazardous Reactions Product is stable under normal conditions of use, storage and temperature. Avoid excessive heat, direct sunlight, moisture, freezing, high temperatures, and sources of ignition. Incompatible materials are unknown. Hydrogen Chloride is produced under fire conditions. Hazardous polymerisation will not occur. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Toxicology Information Health Effects - Acute Swallowed Eye Skin Oral LD50 Rat: 4200mg/Kg Dermal LD50 Rat: 106mg/Kg SCU LD50 Mouse: 2424mg/Kg IV LD50 Mouse : 18mg/Kg Short Term Exposure: Significant oral exposure is considered unlikely. This product is unlikely to cause any irritation problems in the short or long term. Exposure via eyes is considered to be unlikely. This product may be mildly irritating to eyes, but is unlikely to cause anything more than mild discomfort which should disappear once the product is removed. Available data indicates that this product is not harmful. It should present no hazards in normal use. Page 4 of 6
Inhaled Health Effects-Chronic Significant inhalation exposure is considered to be unlikely. Available data indicates that this product is unlikely to cause any discomfort or irritation. None known ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Ecotoxicity No information available on ecotoxicity for this product. Persistence and Degradability No information available on persistence/degradability for this product. Mobility Solubility is appreciable (more than 10%) Environmental Fate (Exposure) Avoid contaminating waterways, drains and sewers. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Dispose of in accordance with all local, state and federal regulations. TRANSPORT INFORMATION UN Number Dangerous Goods Class Hazchem Code Packing Group Poisons Schedule REGULATORY INFORMATION No data available Poisons Schedule Page 5 of 6
CONTACT POINT Contact Any advice, recommendation, information, assistance, or service provided by Hy-Clor Australia in relation to the goods supplied bi it or their use or application is given in good faith and believed to be appropriate and reliable. However, it is provided with a disclaimer for any liability on the part of Hy-Clor Australia Pty Ltd. The customer accepts all risk and responsibility for use of the goods alone, or in combination with other products. All warranties, guarantees and conditions, other than those expressly stated, and whether implied by statute, common law, custom of the trade otherwise, are to the extent that the law permits expressly excluded. Mark Sheridan Technical Regulations Manager Telephone Australia + 61 2 8805 2400 New Zealand + 64 9 9732477 Page 6 of 6