FRASER BROWN & STRATMORE LTD. Products for Concrete and Construction 185 Rata Street, P O Box 35 136, Naenae, Lower Hutt, New Zealand. Telephone (64 4) 567 8436, Fax (64 4) 567 7232, Email fbs@fbsltd.co.nz, Web www.fbsltd.co.nz Product: MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 1. IDENTIFICATION ETCHING FLUID Recommended Uses: Retarder to concrete surfaces. Company Details (NZ Manufacturer) Company: Fraser Brown & Stratmore Limited Address: 185 Rata Street, Naenae, Lower Hutt Contact Details: Ph: 0800 835 699, Fax: 0800 342 737 Emergency Contact: Poisons & Hazardous Chemicals: 0800 POISON / 0800 764766 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Hazard information: This material is hazardous according to health criteria of EPA New Zealand Signal Word Warning HSNO Hazard Classification 3.1C Flammable liquids 6.4A Substances that are irritating to the eye 6.8B Substances that are suspected human reproductive or developmental toxicants 6.9B Substances that are harmful to human target organs or systems Hazard Statements H226 Flammable liquid and vapour. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H355 Suspected of damaging fertility or unborn child H363 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Prevention Statements P103 Read label before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking. P233 Keep container tightly closed. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting. P242 Use only non-sparking tools. P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge. P264 Wash hands and exposed skin thoroughly after handling. P280 Wear protective eye protection/face protection. ETCHING FLUID Issued: May 2014 Supercedes: November 2012 Page 1 of 5
Response Statements P303 + P361+ P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. P305 + P351+ P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P337 + P313 IF eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P314 Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use fire-extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding materials for extinction Storage P403 Store in a well-ventilated place. The primary exposure route for this product is through inhalation of vapours or spray mists. 3. COMPOSITION Name CAS Number Content Ethanol 64-17-5 17% Methanol 67-56-1 <0.4% Non-hazardous ingredients To 100% FIRST AID: INHALATION SWALLOWED EYE CONTACT SKIN CONTACT 4. FIRST AID MEASURES Move victim to fresh air if necessary. Begin artificial respiration if breathing has stopped. DO NOT induce vomiting. Give a glass of water. Begin artificial respiration if the victim is not breathing use mouth to nose and obtain medical attention immediately. Flush eye thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If irritation occurs, seek medical attention. Remove contaminated clothing. Wash off with plenty of soap and water. If persistent irritation occurs, seek medical attention or contact National Poisons Centre on 0800 746 766. Treat according to symptoms. Gastric lavage may be indicated if ingested. Do not wait for symptoms to develop. General measures should be taken to control acidosis and maintain urine output. In case of ingestion: - characteristic signs of alcoholism with initial excitation followed by depression. Death can result from respiratory failure in cases of severe overexposure. 5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES FLASH POINT UNUSUAL OR EXPLOSIVE HAZARDS: Not determined. Expected to form combustible vapours if heated above 30 C None known SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING PROCEDURES AND UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS None EXTINGUISHING MEDIA Water spray HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS Fumes from complete or incomplete combustion of this material may include carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, and/or incomplete combustion products. Do not breathe smoke or fumes. Wear appropriate protective gear. ETCHING FLUID Issued: May 2014 Supercedes: November 2012 Page 2 of 5
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES STEPS TO BE TAKEN WHEN MATERIAL IS SPILLED OR RELEASED In case of accidental spill, protective clothing such as overalls should be worn. Wear Neoprene rubber gloves, impervious to chemicals, preferably long, for prolonged contact. Wear rubber boots. Product may form combustible vapours when heated above 30 C. If product is spilt or released to drains, combustible vapours may be present; take appropriate precautions. Prevent liquid from escaping to drains and waterways. Contain leaking packaging in a containment drum or area. If the spill is into water, and of a large quantity, notify the relevant authority. If on land, contain the spilled liquid with sand or earth. If a large quantity has been spilled, recover by pumping (use a hand pump) or use a suitable absorbent material. Consultant an expert on disposal of recovered material and ensure conformity to local disposal regulations. ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION Prevent contamination of soil and water. Do not allow product to enter municipal sewers, drains, natural streams or rivers. 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING Keep container tightly closed and secure when not in use. Use with adequate ventilation; avoid breathing of vapours, especially if product is sprayed. Avoid fine spray mists. Wear eye and skin protection. An approved handler is not required for this product. CONDITIONS FOR SAFE STORAGE Keep out of reach of children. Store in a cool location (15-25 degrees C) away from incompatible materials, sources of ignition (open flames) and direct sunlight. Keep containers tightly closed when not being used. INCOMPATIBLE MATERIALS None known. 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION EXPOSURE STANDARDS TWA 1000ppm mg/m3 for Ethanol STEL 1880 ppm mg/m3 for Ethanol ENGINEERING CONTROLS Local exhaust is preferred to keep exposure limits low. Mechanical area wide ventilation is acceptable. If this product is to be used in an area of poor ventilation, a full or half facemask, with a filter suitable to provide protection should be worn. PROTECTIVE GLOVES & CLOTHING Protective clothing such as overalls should be worn. Wear gloves, impervious to chemicals, preferably long, for prolonged contact. Wear rubber boots. Remove and launder clothing soaked or soiled with this material before re-use. EYE PROTECTION Wear safety glasses. OTHER PROTECTION Avoid excessive skin contact. ETCHING FLUID Issued: May 2014 Supercedes: November 2012 Page 3 of 5
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES APPEARANCE AND ODOUR Clear blue liquid, sweet smell VAPOR DENSITY (Air = 1) No data BOILING POINT IN DEGS C >100 degrees C FLASH POINT No data. Expected to form combustible vapours above 30 C SPECIFIC GRAVITY 1.035 PRECENT VOLATILE BY VOLUME < 17% EXPLOSIVE LIMITS IN AIR No data SOLUBILITY WITH WATER Completely 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY STABILITY Stable. CONDITIONS TO AVOID Avoid contact with skin and eyes. HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS No decomposition products except on burning see Fire Fighting Measures HAZARDOUS REACTIONS Stable under normal use conditions. Reacts with strong oxidising agents. INGESTION INHALATION CONTACT CARCINOGENICITY MUTAGENICITY CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Ingestion will result in central nervous system effects including headaches, euphoria, dizziness, drowsiness, blurred vision, fatigue, convulsions. Liquid aspirated into lungs during ingestion or from vomiting may cause chemical pneumonitis. Other effects of ingestion similar to alcoholism. Irritating to the respiratory tract. Inhalation of vapour may result in headache, nausea and vomiting. Ensure adequate ventilation, especially if product is sprayed. Use adequate ventilation and/or protective equipment. Keep below Worksafe Exposure Standard. Slightly irritating to the skin. May cause skin problems following repeated or prolonged exposure. Irritating to the eyes. Irritating to skin following prolonged exposure. Prolonged or repeated contact may cause defatting of the skin that can lead to dermatitis. Wear gloves and overalls and eye protection when applying. Practically non-irritating. The IARC has evaluated alcohol drinking as a group 1 carcinogenic to humans. Not a mutagenic hazard. Chronic intoxication by swallowing or repeated inhalation of Ethanol may cause degenerative changes in the liver, kidney, hair, gastrointestinal tract and heart muscle. Persons with rep-existing liver impairment, skin and respiratory disorders may be at an increased risk from exposure to Ethanol. This product contains less than 17% Ethanol by volume. ETCHING FLUID Issued: May 2014 Supercedes: November 2012 Page 4 of 5
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Fish toxicity Algae toxicity OECD Biological degradation Sewerage treatment No data expected to be harmful No data expected to be harmful Expected to be biodegradable. Ethanol and products containing ethanol are not suitable for disposal by sewer. Do not allow product to contaminate waterways, sewers or drains. 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD Recover and recycle if possible. Clean empty container thoroughly, wash with detergent and water. Recycle if possible. Do not reuse packaging for any other purpose. Waste material can be disposed of by incineration (preferably at high temperature) by an approved agent according to local regulations. Product can also be disposed of by controlled release onto a non-absorbent surface and allowed to dry observe safety precautions. Dispose of in accordance with local rules. Be aware that local requirements may differ widely depending on location and may in many cases be different from national rules. UN NUMBER 1993 HAZARD CLASS: 3 NZ DANGEROUS GOOD CLASS 3.1C 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION PROPER SHIPPING NAME POISON SCHEDULE PACKING GROUP Flammable Liquid, N.O.S. NA III 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION HSNO Approval number: HSR002662 Group Standard: Surface Coatings and Colourants (Flammable) Group Standard 2006 16. OTHER INFORMATION Date of Issue: May 2014 Supercedes Date: November 2012 Literary reference Reason(s) For Issue: Revised Material Safety Data Sheets are updated frequently. Please ensure that you have a current copy. This MSDS summarises at the date of issue our best knowledge of the health and safety hazard information of the product, and in particular how to safely handle and use the product in the workplace. Since Fraser Brown & Stratmore Limited cannot anticipate or control the conditions under which the product may be used, each user must, prior to usage, review this MSDS in the context of how the user intends to handle and use the product in the workplace. If clarification or further information is needed to ensure that an appropriate assessment can be made, the user should contact this company. Our responsibility for product as sold is subject to our standard terms and conditions, a copy of which is sent to our customers and is also available upon request. ETCHING FLUID Issued: May 2014 Supercedes: November 2012 Page 5 of 5