SAFETY DATA SHEET METCLEAN DX4971 1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND THE COMPANY: PRODUCT NAME: PART No.: APPLICATIONS: EMERGENCY TELEPHONES: METCLEAN DX4971 D4971 NEUTRAL ph DEOXIDISER 0121-525-4540 (09.00-17.00 hours) : 01865-407-333 (Out of office hours) SUPPLIER: GRAMOS APPLIED LIMITED, SPRING ROAD, SMETHWICK, WEST MIDLANDS, B66 1PT, ENGLAND TELEPHONE: +44 (0)121-525-4000 FAX: +44 (0)121-525-4919 2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS: INGREDIENT NAME: POTASSIUM ALKYLPHOSPHORIC ACID ESTER ARYL ETHOXY PHOSPHATE ESTER EINECS CAS No.: CONTENT SYMBOL RISK: 10-30 % Xi 36 39464-70-5 1-5 % Xi 36/38 The full text for all R-phrases are shown in section 16 3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION: Irritating to eyes. 4. FIRST AID MEASURES: GENERAL: INHALATION: INGESTION: SKIN: If medical attention is required present a copy of this datasheet to the physician. Move the exposed person to fresh air at once. Get medical attention if any discomfort continues. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING! Rinse mouth thoroughly. Do not give victim anything to drink if he is unconscious. Promptly get affected personnel to drink large volumes of water to dilute the swallowed chemical. Give milk instead of water if readily available. Get medical attention if any discomfort continues. Promptly wash contaminated skin with soap or mild detergent and water. Promptly remove clothing if soaked through and wash as above. Get medical attention promptly if symptoms occur after washing. 1 / 5
EYES: Promptly wash eyes with plenty of water while lifting the eye lids. Continue to rinse for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention if any discomfort continues. 5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES: EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: This material is not combustible. Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire. SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Use water to keep fire exposed containers cool and disperse vapours. UNUSUAL FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARDS: No unusual fire or explosion hazards noted. HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS: Fire creates: Carbon dioxide (CO2). Carbon monoxide (CO). Oxides of: Phosphorus. PROTECTIVE MEASURES IN FIRE: Wear self-contained breathing appartus with full face, operated in pressure demand or other positive mode and full protective clothing. 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES: PERSONAL PRECAUTION IN SPILL: Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Wear protective clothing when dealing with spillages. Avoid breathing vapours. PRECAUTIONS TO PROTECT ENVIRONMENT: Prevent products access into water courses. Notify authorities if large amounts of the material have entered a watercourse. SPILL CLEANUP METHODS: GENERAL. Stop leak if possible without risk. Inform Authorities if large amounts are involved. ABSORB. Collect with noncombustible absorbent material. Flush with water. Dike for large spills. Wash thoroughly after dealing with a spillage. 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE: USAGE PRECAUTIONS: Read and follow manufacturer's recommendations. Avoid spilling, skin and eye contact. STORAGE PRECAUTIONS: Keep in cool, dry, ventilated storage and closed containers. Keep in original container. Keep above the chemical's freezing point to avoid rupture of container. STORAGE CRITERIA: Chemical storage. 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION: INGREDIENT COMMENTS: No exposure limits noted for ingredient(s). 2 / 5
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: VENTILATION: Provide adequate general and local exhaust ventilation. RESPIRATORS: No specific recommendation made, but respiratory protection must be used if the general level exceeds the Occupational Exposure Level (OEL). PROTECTIVE GLOVES: Protective gloves should be used if there is a risk of direct contact or splash. EYE PROTECTION: Wear approved chemical safety goggles where eye exposure is reasonably probable. Use face shield in case of splash risk. OTHER PROTECTION: Provide eyewash station. HYGIENIC WORK PRACTICES: Wash at the end of each work shift and before eating, smoking and using the toilet. Wash promptly if skin becomes wet or contaminated. 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES: APPEARANCE: Clear. Liquid. COLOUR: Colourless. ODOUR/TASTE: Odourless or no characteristic odour. SOLUBILITY DESCRIPTION: Miscible with water. DENSITY/SPECIFIC GRAVITY (g/ml): 1.4 TEMPERATURE ( C): 20 ph-value, CONC. SOLUTION: 7 FLASH POINT ( C): Is not flammable. METHOD: 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY: STABILITY: No particular stability concerns. CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Avoid excessive heat for prolonged periods of time. Toxic gases are generated when heated. Toxic fumes can be produced above 200 C. MATERIALS TO AVOID: Strong acids. Strong oxidizing agents. HAZARDOUS DECOMP. PRODUCTS: Fire creates: Carbon dioxide (CO2). Carbon monoxide (CO). Oxides of: Phosphorus. 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION: INHALATION: INGESTION: SKIN: EYES: Repeated exposure may cause chronic upper respiratory irritation. This product is likely to cause internal upset; vomiting or diarrhoea. Ingestion in large amounts may produce gastro intestinal irritation. Liquid may irritate skin. Irritating to eyes. Spray and vapour in the eyes may cause irritation and smarting. 3 / 5
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION: Not regarded as dangerous for the environment. 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS: DISPOSAL METHODS: Dispose of in accordance with Local Authority requirements. Contact specialist disposal companies. 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION: ROAD TRANSPORT: ROAD TRANSPORT NOTES: Not Classified SEA TRANSPORT: SEA TRANSPORT NOTES: Not Classified. 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION: LABEL FOR SUPPLY: RISK PHRASES: SAFETY PHRASES: R-36 Irritating to eyes. S-25 Avoid contact with eyes. S-26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S-35 This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way. UK REGULATORY REFERENCES: Chemicals (Hazard Information Packaging & Supply) Regulations 2002 (CHIP 3). STATUTORY INSTRUMENTS: Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging) Regulations. Control of Substances Hazardous to Health. APPROVED CODE OF PRACTICE: Safety Data Sheets for Substances and Preparations L62. Classification and Labelling of Substances and Preparations Dangerous for Supply. 16. OTHER INFORMATION: USER NOTES: For further information or advice contact our technical service line during regular office hours on 0121-525-4000. This safety data sheet has been compiled for the product as supplied, properties and hazards will vary if the product is diluted with water or mixed with any other material. REVISION COMMENTS: The information contained herein is based on known available data believed to be reliable but does not constitute the users own assessment of the work place risk as required by other Health and Safety Legislation. 4 / 5
REV. No./REPL. SDS GENERATED: 12-08-02 SDS No.: 2 R-PHRASES (Full Text) R-36 Irritating to eyes. R-36/38 Irritating to eyes and skin. SAFETY DATA SHEET STATUS: Approved. DATE: 03-03-03 SIGNATURE: Health and Safety Officer. 5 / 5