SECTION I - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION Product: PROFORM ANTIBACTERIAL SURFACE WIPES X60 Product code: 78056 Supplier: GOMPELS HEALTHCARE LTD 1 SWIFT WAY BOWERHILL INDUSTRIAL ESTATE MELKSHAM WILTSHIRE SN12 6GX TEL: 0345 450 2420 FAX: 0345 450 2422 www.gompels.co.uk Emergency telephone number: 0345 450 2420 (office hours only) SECTION II - COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Chemical Name Cas No. Percent % Water 7732-18-5 To 100 Citric acid 7-92-9 0.05 Polyoxyethylene Laurylether Phosphate 8318-92-6 5-10 Polyhexamethylene guanidine hydrochloride 57028-96-3 0.4 Methylchloroisothiazolinone 26172-55-4 0.3 SECTION III - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Emergency Overview: This product with no special health hazards reported from normal use. Routes of Entry: Inhalation: Yes Skin: Yes Ingestion: Yes Eyes: Yes Potential Health Effects: Eye: No normal hazard. May cause irritation and corneal or conjunctiva inflammation in severe cases. Skin: No normal hazard. Chronic skin over-exposure to the product may produce dermatitis (red, inflamed skin) for certain person. Ingestion: Not an anticipated route of exposure given the nature of the finished product. Nonetheless, ingestion MSDS- Page 1 of 5
may cause irritation of digestive tract, nausea, vomit or abdominal pain. Inhalation: No normal hazard. Inhalation of large amounts of vapors may cause irritation of the upper respiratory tract and lungs. SECTION IV - FIRST AID MEASURES First Aid Procedures: Ingestion: Dilute by drinking 1-2 glasses of water. Do NOT induce vomiting. If symptoms persist, consult a physician. Eye Contact: Flush eyes thoroughly with lukewarm water for 15 minutes. If irritation persists, consult a physician. Skin Contact: Rinse exposed area with water. If irritation persists, consult a physician. Inhalation: Leave dusty area. In rare cases a respiratory reaction can occur which may include tightness of chest and difficulty breathing. If this occurs, seek medical attention immediately. SECTION V - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES Flash Point (Method Used): N/A Flammable Properties: Upper Flammable Limit: N/K Lower Flammable Limit: N/K Explosive Limits: UEL: N/A LEL: N/A Auto-ignition Temperature: N/A Hazardous Combustion Products: N/K Explosion Data (Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact): N/K Explosion Data (Sensitivity to Static Discharge): N/K Extinguishing Media: Suitable: CO 2, water, or dry chemical Unsuitable: N/K Protection of Firefighters: Specific Hazards Arising from the Material: N/K Protective Equipment and Precautions for Firefighters: Firefighters should be equipped with self-contained breathing apparatus to protect against potentially irritating or sensitizing fumes. SECTION VI - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Methods for Cleaning up: Ventilate area of leak or spill. Remove all sources of ignition. Use non-sparking tools and equipment. Do not use combustible materials, such as saw dust. Flush into sewer with plenty of water. Otherwise, contain and recover liquid when possible. Collect liquid in an appropriate container or absorb with an inert material (e.g., vermiculite, dry sand, earth), and place in a chemical waste container. Clean surface thoroughly to remove residual contamination. MSDS- Page 2 of 5
. Other Precautions: Avoid breathing vapors. Do not get in eyes, on skin or on clothing, Wash thoroughly after handling and before eating or drinking. Keep out of reach of children. Do not ingest. Neutralizing Agent: None specified by manufacturer. SECTION VII - HANDLING AND STORAGE Personal Precautions: No special precaution measures required in normal use. Prevention of Fire and Explosion: No special technical protective measures required in normal use. Storage: Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from all source of ignition and out of direct sunlight. Keep container tightly closed. Protect from physical damage. Minimize exposure to air. Avoid sparks, flames and other ignition sources. Put it lightly when packing and transport, prevent the packing and container from damage. Keep out of reach of children and pets. SECTION VIII - EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION Medical Aggravated by Exposure: None. Ventilation: Good general ventilation (typically 10 air changes per hour) should be used. Ventilation rates should be matched to conditions. Respiratory Protection: None should be needed in normal use. Eye Protection: None should be needed in normal use. Skin and Body Protection: None should be needed in normal use. Recommended Decontamination Facilities: Safety shower, eyes wash, washing facilities as appropriate to condition of use is commended. Work Hygienic Practices: Wash thoroughly after handling and before eating, drinking or smoking. Engineering Controls: None required in normal use. SECTION IX - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Appearance: Solid. Solubility in Water: Non-soluble in water. Flash Point: No data. Ignition Point: N/A. SECTION X - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY MSDS- Page 3 of 5
Stability: The product is considered stable under normal conditions. Incompatibility: Avoid contact with decolourants and strong oxidizers. Avoid heat, sparks and flame. Hazardous Polymerization: Hazardous polymerization does not occur. Conditions to Avoid: Direct sunlight, excessive heat and physical damage. Corrosive to Metals: Not corrosive. SECTION XI - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Chronic Effects: No chronic health effects reported. Target Organs: No target organs reported. Carcinogenicity: This finished consumer product is not carcinogenic. NTP: No IARC: No SECTION XII - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Environmental Toxicity: Based on ecotoxicity and chemical fate data the ingredients in this product are not expected to harm the environment when disposed of through normal routes of use. The surfactants in this detergent are readily biodegradable and well removed during sewage treatment processing. SECTION XIII - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Waste Disposal Method: DISPOSAL SHOULD BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH FEDERAL, STATE/PROVINCIAL AND LOCAL REGULATIONS. SECTION XIV - TRANSPORT INFORMATION DOT Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated. Packing Group: III (minor danger). TDG Classification: Non-regulated Material. Hazard Class: Not regulated. Identification Number: Not applicable. IMO: Not regulated. MSDS- Page 4 of 5
IATA/ICAO Class: Not regulated. UN Hazard Codes: Not regulated. SECTION XV - REGULATORY INFORMATION Safety Data Sheet While the finished product is not considered hazardous as defined by OSHA in 29 CFR 1910.1200(d), this MSDS contains valuable information critical to the safe handling and proper use of the product. SECTION XVI - OTHER INFORMATION *N/K. - Not Known The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best information currently available to us. However, we make no warranty of merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect to such information, and we assume no liability resulting from its use. Users should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of the information for their particular purposes. In no way shall the company be liable for any claims, losses, or damages of any third party or for lost profits or any special, indirect, incidental, consequential or exemplary damages, howsoever arising, even if the company has been advised of the possibility of such damages. MSDS- Page 5 of 5