MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE MATERIAL AND SUPPLIER
PRODUCT NAME: BLUE BRITE
OTHER NAMES: NONE
RECOMMENDED USE: Laundry powder.
SUPPLIER NAME: CAMPBELL CLEANTEC (ABN 92 009 657 489)
ADDRESS: 32 PERIVALE STREET, DARRA, QLD, 4076
TELEPHONE: GENERAL + 61 7 3710 3200
ENQUIRIES:
CUSTOMER SERVICE: 1800 077 240
FAX: GENERAL + 61 7 3710 3210
ENQUIRIES:
CUSTOMER SERVICE: + 61 7 3710 3207
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER: AUSTRALIA: 1800 628 724 (ALL HOURS)
INTERNATIONAL: + 61 7 3710 3184 (ALL HOURS)
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classified as hazardous according to the criteria of NOHSC.
HAZARD CLASSIFICATION:
Not classified as a dangerous good according to the criteria of ADG Code (see section 14).
Classified as schedule 5 according to the criteria of SUSDP (see section 15).
HAZARD CATEGORY: Xi - Irritant
RISK PHRASES: R38 鈥? Irritating to skin.
R41 鈥? Risk of serious eye damage.
SAFETY PHRASES: S2 鈥? Keep out of the reach of children.
S24/25 鈥? Avoid contact with eyes and skin.
S26 鈥? In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical
advice.
S37/39 鈥? Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.
S46 鈥? If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label.
The information contained in this MSDS is specific to the product when handled and used neat. This product when diluted may not require the
same control measures as the neat product. Check with your technical representative if in doubt.
3. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
INGREDIENT CAS No. PROPORTION (% w/w)
The ingredients below are considered either hazardous, dangerous goods or poison scheduled according to the criteria of NOHSC, ADG
Code and SUSDP (respectively) at the levels used in the product.
497-19-8 &
alkaline salts 30 鈥? 60%
6834-92-0
dodecyl benzene sulphonic acid 85117-49-3 <10%
ethoxylated alcohol 68131-39-5 <10%
The ingredients below are not considered either hazardous, dangerous goods or poison scheduled according to the criteria of NOHSC,
ADG Code and SUSDP (respectively) at the levels used in the product.
builders 30 鈥? 60%
dye <10%
antiredeposition agent <10%
perfume <10%
optical brightener <10%
anticaking agent <10%
water <10%
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4. FIRST AID MEASURES
For advice, contact a Poisons Information Centre (Phone Australia 131126, New Zealand
INGESTION:
0800 764 766) or a doctor. If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting.
If in eyes, hold eyelids apart and flush the eye continuously with running water. Continue flushing
EYE CONTACT:
until advised to stop by the Poisons Information Centre or a doctor, or for at least 15 minutes.
If skin or hair contact occurs, remove contaminated clothing and flush skin and hair with running
SKIN CONTACT:
water. Continue flushing until advised to stop by the Poisons Information Centre or a doctor.
Remove from source of exposure to fresh air. Seek medical assistance if the effects persist.
INHALATION:
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Potable water should be available to rinse eyes or skin. Provide eye baths and safety showers.
FIRST AID FACILITIES:
Treat symptomatically and as for alkaline material.
NOTES TO PHYSICIAN:
5. FIRE FIGHTING METHODS
Water spray, foam, carbon dioxide or dry chemical powder.
SUITABLE EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:
The product is non-combustible; however, the packaging material may burn to emit
HAZARDS FROM COMBUSTION:
noxious fumes.
Fire fighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus to minimise risk of
PRECAUTIONS FOR FIRE FIGHTERS AND
exposure to vapour or products of combustion.
SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
NONE
HAZCHEM CODE:
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Ensure adequate ventilation, work up wind or increase ventilation. Keep spectators away 鈥? rope off the
EMERGENCY
area. Avoid accidents, clean up immediately. Wear protective equipment to prevent skin and eye
PROCEDURES:
contamination. Product will be slippery when mixed with water.
Contain the spill and prevent contamination into confined areas, drains and waterways.
METHODS AND
Avoid generating dust. Carefully scoop up, or shovel up uncontaminated product for re-use. Sweep up
MATERIALS FOR
contaminated material and seal in properly labelled drums for disposal in an area approved by local
CONTAINMENT AND
authority by-laws. Neutralise excess with dilute acid such as acetic acid and wash area down with plenty
CLEAN UP:
of water.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Keep containers closed at all times - check regularly for leaks or spills. Avoid eye contact and repeated
PRECAUTIONS FOR
or prolonged skin contact. Do not eat, drink or smoke in contaminated areas. Always remove
SAFE HANDLING:
contaminated clothing and wash hands before eating, drinking, smoking or using the toilet. Wash
contaminated clothing and other protective equipment before storage or re-use.
Store in the original container, in a cool dry well-ventilated area out of sunlight and away from
CONDITIONS FOR
incompatible materials and foodstuffs.
SAFE STORAGE:
Keep containers closed when not in use to ensure contamination does not occur. Do not combine part
containers of the same product, as this may be a source of contamination. Do not mix with other
chemicals.
This material is a Scheduled Poison S5 and must be stored, maintained and used in accordance with
the relevant regulations.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
No value assigned for this specific material by NOHSC, however as published by NOHSC
NATIONAL EXPOSURE
the recommended exposure standard for dust in general should be 10 mg/m3, measured as
STANDARDS:
inspirable dust.
No biological limit allocated.
BIOLOGICAL LIMIT VALUES:
Ensure ventilation is adequate to maintain air concentrations below Exposure Standards.
ENGINEERING CONTROLS:
Use with local exhaust ventilation or while wearing a respirator. Keep containers closed when
not in use.
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Protective equipment must be worn at all times. Risk assessments should always be conducted
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE
to identify the hazards and in turn determine the appropriate personal protective equipment for
EQUIPMENT:
the hazard.
Protective gloves: elbow-length natural rubber, nitrile or PVC impervious gloves. Always check
with the glove manufacturer or your personal protective equipment supplier regarding the
correct type of glove to use. Consult AS/NZS 2161 for further information.
Eye protection: safety glasses/goggles with side shield protection. Consult AS/NZS 1336 and
AS/NZS 1337 for further information.
Clothing and footwear: waterproof apron, coveralls, trousers, long sleeved shirt, closed in
shoes and/or safety footwear. Consult AS/NZS 2210 and AS/NZS 2919 for further information.
Respiratory Protection: Avoid breathing dust. Where ventilation is not adequate, respiratory
protection may be required. Any P1 or P2 particulate filter respirator meeting the requirements
of AS/NZS 1715 and AS/NZS 1716.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES:
Blue, free flowing powder.
APPEARANCE:
Fresh fragrance.
ODOUR:
Approx. 11.7
PH (1% SOLUTION):
No information available.
SPECIFIC GRAVITY OR DENSITY:
No information available.
VAPOUR PRESSURE:
Approx 6% w/w.
PERCENT VOLATILES:
No information available.
BOILING POINT / RANGE:
No information available.
FREEZING / MELTING POINT:
The product is fully soluble in water.
SOLUBILITY:
No known fire hazard.
FLASH POINT:
No information available.
FLAMMABILITY LIMITS:
No information available.
IGNITION TEMPERATURE:
2 years from manufacturing date (when stored as directed).
SHELF LIFE:
None.
OTHER:
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stable under normal conditions of use. The shelf life is 2 years.
CHEMICAL STABILITY:
Do not combine part containers of the same product, as this may be a source of
CONDITIONS TO AVOID:
contamination.
Acids.
INCOMPATIBLE MATERIALS:
The packaging material may burn to emit noxious fumes.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:
Reaction with acids will generate heat.
HAZARDOUS REACTIONS:
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No adverse health effects expected if the product is handled in accordance with this Safety Data Sheet and the product label.
Symptoms or effects that may arise if the product is mishandled and overexposure occurs are:
ACUTE EFFECTS
Can be severely irritating if swallowed.
INGESTION:
Can severely irritate the eyes. May cause severe damage.
EYE CONTACT:
Capable of causing skin irritation and may defat the skin with continual use.
SKIN CONTACT:
Capable of causing irritation if dusty.
INHALATION:
No information available.
LONG TERM EFFECTS:
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No toxicity data for this specific product, however toxicity data for the hazardous ingredienst is listed
ACUTE TOXICITY /
below.
CHRONIC TOXICITY:
TOXICITY DATA FOR SODIUM CARBONATE:
Inhalation LC50 (rat) 2100 鈥? 2500 mg/m3/ 2 hr
Oral LD50 (rat) 4000 mg/kg
Skin Irritation (rabbit) 500 mg/ 24 hr- Moderate skin irritant
Eye Irritation (rabbit) 100 mg/24 hr - Severe eye irritant
TOXICITY DATA FOR DODECYLBENZENE SULPHONIC ACID:
Oral LD50 (rat) 1407 mg/kg
TOXICITY DATA FOR SODIUM METASILICATE (ANHYDROUS):
Oral LD50 (rat) 1150-1350 mg/kg Oral (dog) LDLo 250 mg/kg
Skin (human) 250 mg/ 24 hr/ Severe
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Avoid contaminating waterways. The product is moderately alkaline. If large spills
ECOTOXICITY:
occurred a water pH rise could be responsible for an environmental effect on aquatic
organisms. If not neutralised this product could potentially be toxic for aquatic
organisms because of its alkalinity (pH> 9 can have an effect on fish, with possible fish
death). pH> 8.5 could be destroying for algae.
ECOTOXICITY DATA FOR SODIUM CARBONATE:
LC50 Bluegill fish (L. macrochirus) 300 mg/L/ 96 hr
EC50 Daphnia magna 265 mg/L/ 48 hr
ECOTOXICITY DATA FOR ETHOXYLATED ALCOHOLS:
96 hr LC50 (rainbow trout) 1.2 mg/L
Considered to be readily biodegradable to AS4351.
PERSISTENCE AND DEGRADABILITY:
No information available.
MOBILITY:
None.
OTHER:
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Empty containers should be forwarded to an approved agent for recycling. Avoid
DISPOSAL METHODS:
unauthorised discharge to sewer.
The product is suitable for disposal by landfill through an approved agent. Incineration of
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS FOR
the product is not recommended, as it is unlikely to adequately burn.
LANDFILL OR INCINERATION:
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Not classified as Dangerous Goods by the criteria of the Australian Dangerous
ROAD AND RAIL TRANSPORT:
Goods Code (ADG Code) for transport by Road and Rail.
NONE
UN NUMBER:
NONE
UN PROPER SHIPPING NAME:
NONE
CLASS AND SUBSIDIARY RISK(S):
NONE
PACKAGING GROUP:
NONE
HAZCHEM CODE:
NONE
INITIAL EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE:
NONE
SEGREGATION DANGEROUS GOODS:
Not classified as Dangerous Goods by the criteria of the International Maritime
MARINE TRANSPORT:
Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG Code) for transport by sea.
NONE
UN NUMBER:
NONE
UN PROPER SHIPPING NAME:
NONE
CLASS AND SUBSIDIARY RISK(S):
NONE
PACKAGING GROUP:
NONE
STOWAGE AND SEGREGATION:
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Not classified as Dangerous Goods by the criteria of the International Air Transport
AIR TRANSPORT:
Association (IATA) for transport by air.
NONE
UN NUMBER:
NONE
UN PROPER SHIPPING NAME:
NONE
CLASS AND SUBSIDIARY RISK(S):
NONE
PACKAGING GROUP:
NONE
ERG CODE:
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
POISONS SCHEDULE (AUST.): 5
Not relevant.
APVMA STATUS:
Not relevant.
TGA STATUS:
All the constituents of this product are listed.
AICS STATUS:
IOA is available on request.
AQIS STATUS:
Not relevant.
OTHER:
16. OTHER INFORMATION
None.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
003
MSDS ISSUE NUMBER:
11 April 2006
MSDS ISSUE DATE:
In any event, the review and, if necessary, the re-issue of a MSDS shall be no longer than 5 years after the last date of issue.
Electronic versions of the MSDS鈥檚 in a PDF format are also available on our Website at www.cleantec.com.au/product.asp
REASON(S) FOR ISSUE: Update to conform to requirements of NOHSC:2011(2003); 16-header format.
THIS ISSUE NUMBER REPLACES ALL PREVIOUS ISSUES.
LITERARY REFERENCE:
SOURCES FOR DATA:
LEGEND:
AICS Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances
APVMA Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority
AQIS Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service
AS Australian Standard (as issued by Standards Australia)
ERP Code Emergency Response Drill Code as found in the ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organisation) Doc 9481
MSDS Material Safety Data Sheet
NOHSC National Occupational Health and Safety Commission
STEL Short Term Exposure Limit - A 15 minute TWA exposure which should not be exceeded at any time during a
working day even if the eight-hour TWA average is within the TWA exposure standard. Exposures at the
STEL should not be longer than 15 minutes and should not be repeated more than four times per day. There
should be at least 60 minutes between successive exposures at the STEL.
TGA Therapeutic Goods Administration
TLV Threshold Limit Value - TLV is a proprietary name registered by the American Conference of Governmental
Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH) and refers to airborne concentrations of substances or levels of physical agents
to which it is believed that nearly all workers may be repeatedly exposed day after day without adverse effect.
TWA Time Weighted Average - The average airborne concentration of a particular substance when calculated over
a normal eight-hour working day, for a five-day working week.
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This MSDS has been prepared from current technical data and summarises at the date of issue our best knowledge of the health and safety
information of the product, and in particular how to safely 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 products sold is subject to our standard terms and conditions, a copy of which is sent to our customers and is also
available upon request.
This MSDS may only be reproduced in full. Summaries or excerpts from this MSDS may not contain all the relevant information and thus are
not permitted.
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