COMARK PROBE WIPES PW70T and PW200T MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND COMPANY/UNDERTAKING Name: Use: Supplied By: Fluke Electronics Disinfectant Wipes Disinfectant wipes for hard surface disinfection Comark Instruments, PO Box 500, Beaverton, OR 97077, USA Tel: (800) 555 6658 Fax: (503) 644 5859 Email: sales@comarkusa.com Emergency Number: Tel: +44 (0) 1455 555 700 Fax: +44 (0) 1455 555 755 2. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION This product is not classed as hazardous to health or the environment. 3. COMPOSTION/INFORMATION OR INGREDIENTS Ingredients CAS No EC No Classification Content (%) (67/548/EEC) Ethanol 64-17-5 200-578-6 F; R11 5-10% Alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride 68391-01-5 269-919-4 Xn; R21/22 C; R34 N; R50 <0.5% Alkyl dimethyl ethyl benzyl ammonium chloride Poly (hexamethylene biguanide) hydrochloride Mixture of 5-chloro- 2methyl-2H- isothiazol- 3-one and 2- methyl- 2Hisothiazol- 3-one 85409-23-0 287-090-7 Xn; R21/22 C; R34 N; R50 27083-27-8 - Xn; R22 Xi; R37/38 Xi; R41, R43 N; R50/53 55965-84-9 - T; R23/24/25 C; R34, R43 N; R50/53 <0.5% 0.2% <0.01% Bronopol 52-51-7 200-143-0 Xn; R21/22 Xi; <0.1% R37/38, R41 N; R50 Water (Aqua) <89% For the full text of the R-phrases mentioned in this section, see Section 16 For the full text of the H-statements mentioned in this section, see Section 16 4. FIRST AID MEASURES General As a general rule, in case of doubt or if symptoms persist, always call a doctor. NEVER induce swallowing in an unconscious person. Inhalation Remove from exposure, rest and keep warm. Obtain medical attention for symptoms of difficulty in breathing. Eyes Wash thoroughly with plenty of clean water. If there is any redness, pain or visual impairment, consult an ophthalmologist. Skin Remove contaminated clothing and wash the skin thoroughly with soap and water or a recognised cleaner. If the contaminated area is widespread and/or there is damage to the skin, a doctor must be consulted or the patient transferred to hospital.
Ingestion Wash out mouth thoroughly with water. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention immediately, showing the label. 5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES Extinguishing Media In the event of a fire, use specifically suitable extinguishing agents appropriate for the surrounding fire. Suitable methods of extinction Dry chemical agents Foam Carbon dioxide (CO2) Water Unsuitable methods of extinction Not known Special Hazards arising from the substance or mixture Not known Advice for fire-fighters Only suitably trained personnel should attempt to tackle fires. Do not stay in danger zone without respiratory protective equipment and protective clothing. Prevent fire-fighting water entering watercourses or groundwater. 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures Consult the safety measures listed under headings 7 and 8. Environmental precautions Do not allow to enter sewerage system Methods and material for containment and cleaning up Clean preferably with a detergent, do not use solvents. Refer to other sections No data available 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE Precautions for safe handling Fire prevention Recommended equipment and procedures For personal protection, see section 8. Observe precautions stated on label and also industrial safety regulations Prohibited equipment and procedures No smoking, eating or drinking in areas where the mixture is used. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Store in a dry place separated from strong oxidants and strong acid. Storage Keep the canister tightly closed in a dry, well-ventilated place Packaging Specific end use(s) No data available
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION Control parameters Occupational exposure limits Ingredient Std TWA 8 hrs STEL 15 min Ethanol WEL 1000ppm 1920mg/m3 - - Exposure Controls Appropriate engineering controls No special engineering controls are required if used as directed. Individual protection measure, such as personal protective equipment Eye / Face protection Avoid contact with eyes. Provide eyewash stations in facilities where the product is handled constantly. Skin protection No special personal protective equipment is required if used as directed. Respiratory protection No special personal protective equipment is required if used as directed. 9. PHYSICAL AND CHSMICAL PROPERTIES Information on basic physical and chemical properties Appearance Wet Blue Nonwoven Wipe Material Odour Slight Chemical Odour Odour threshold ph ph 4 to 8 Melting point / Freezing point Boiling point / range Flash point >60 C Evaporation rate Flammability (sold, gas) Explosion limits Vapour pressure Vapour density Relative density Solubility in water Soluble Solubility in other solvents Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water Auto-ignition temperature Decomposition Viscosity Explosive properties Oxidising properties 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Reactivity The product is not reactive under recommended storage and handling conditions (see section 7). Chemical stability This product is stable under the recommended handling and storage conditions ( see section 7). Possibility of hazardous reactions No specific hazardous reactions are expected to occur. Conditions to avoid Extreme temperatures Exposure to direct sunlight
Incompatible materials Avoid contact with strong oxidising agents. Do not use the wipes with anionic materials and soaps, which reduce the life and antibacterial effectiveness of the wipes Hazardous decomposition products The thermal decomposition may release/form carbon monoxide (CO), carbon dioxide (CO2) 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Information on the toxicological effects Repeated or prolonged contact with the mixture may cause removal of natural oil from the skin resulting in non-allergic contact dermatitis and absorption through the skin. Mixture No toxicological data available for the mixture. Skin corrosion / irritation No irritation concerns if used as directed Serious eye damage / irritation: No irritation concerns if used as directed. Respiratory or skin sensitisation No irritation concerns if used as directed. 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Toxicity Substances No aquatic toxicity data available for the substances. Mixtures No aquatic toxicity data available for the substances. Persistence and degradability Bioaccumulative potential Mobility in soil Results of PBT and vpvb assessment Other adverse effects 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Waste treatment methods Chemical residues, including contaminated canisters, are generally classified as hazardous waste, and as such are covered by regulations which vary according to location. Contact your local waste disposal authority for advice, or pass to a licensed chemical disposal company. 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION This product is not classified as a dangerous good for transport in regards to the Transport Regulation. 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture Not classified according to DSD (67/548/EC), DPD (1999/45/EC) and CLP (1272/2008EC) The product contains Polymeric Biguanide Hydrochloride, which may cause allergic reaction. Chemical safety assessment
16. OTHER INFORMATION Full text of Risk Phrases and Safety Phrases mentioned under sections 2 and 3: R11: Highly flammable R21/22: Harmful in contact with skin and if swallowed R22: Harmful if swallowed R23/24/25: Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed R34: Causes burns R37/38: Irritating to respiratory system and skin R41: Risk of serious damage to eyes R43: May cause sensitisation by skin contact R50: Very toxic to aquatic organisms R50/53: Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment Full text or Hazard statements and Precautionary Statement mentioned under sections 2 and 3: Not applicable