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Procter & Gamble
Fabric & Home Care Division
Ivorydale Technical Center
5299 Spring Grove Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45217-1087
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
MSDS: FH/C/2003/BCWT-5RYR49 Issue Date: November 1, 2005
Supersedes: N/A Issue Date: N/A
SECTION I - CHEMICAL PRODUCT
Identity: Liquid Cleaner
Brands: COMET Cleaner with Bleach (Professional Line)
Hazard Rating: Health: 1 4=EXTREME
Flammability: 0 3=HIGH
Reactivity: 0 2= MODERATE
1=SLIGHT
Emergency Telephone Number: 1-800-332-7787 or call Local Poison Control Center
SECTION II - COMPOSITION AND INGREDIENTS
Ingredients/Chemical Name: Water (7732-18-5), sodium hydroxide (1310-73-2), sodium hypochorite (7681-52-9),
sodium salt (142-31-4 & 151-21-3), surface safety agent and perfume.
This mixture, when tested as a whole, is considered an eye irritant within the meaning of the OSHA Communication
Standard
Hazardous Ingredients as defined by OSHA, 29 CFR 1910.1200.
Common CAS No. Recommended Limits Composition LD50/LC50
Chemical
Name Range
Name
ACGIH STEL: 2mg/m3
Sodium Bleach 7681- 52-9 0. 5-1.5%
hypochlorite
ACGIH STEL: 2 mg/m3
Caustic soda 1310-73-2 0.1-1%
Sodium
OSHA PEL: 2 mg/m3
hydroxide
SECTION III - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Health Hazards (Acute and Chronic):
Ingestion: May cause mild , transient gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting or diarrhea
Eye Contact: May cause mild, transient irritation with stinging and tearing similar to that caused by other
detergents.
Skin: May be irritating to skin. May further irritate already irritated or extremely dry skin.
Inhalation: Mild mucous membrane irritant.
SECTION IV - FIRST AID INFORMATION
Emergency and First Aid Procedures:
Ingestion: Drink 1 or 2 large glasses of water. If large amounts are ingested, call a physician.
Eye Contact: Flush with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes.
Skin: Wash exposed area thoroughly area with soap and water and discontinue use. Remove
contaminated clothing.
Inhalation: Leave the area
Other: Product package has a caution statement: CAUTION: KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. May
cause eye irritation. EYE IRRITANT: Avoid contact with eyes. May be irritating to skin. For sensitive skin or
prolonged use, wear gloves. Do not mix with other cleaning products as irritating fumes may be released. In
case of eye contact, flush thoroughly with water. If swallowed, drink a glass of water to dilute. Call a
physician immediately.
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SECTION V - FIRE FIGHTING INFORMATION
Explosive Limits: LEL: N/A UEL: N/A
Flash Point (Method Used): over 200掳F (cc)
Extinguishing Media: CO2, water, dry chemical or 鈥渁lcohol鈥? foam
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Use water to keep fire exposed container cool.
Unusual Fire Hazards: None known.
SECTION VI - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precautions: None
Environmental Precautions: DISPOSAL IS TO BE PERFORMED IN COMPLIANCE WITH ALL FEDERAL,
STATE AND LOCAL REGULATIONS. Undiluted waste from this product is RCRA 鈥淐orrosive鈥? D002
classification. Check pH before sewering. pH trim may be necessary if waste has a pH of 12.5 or above. Do not
landfill.
Steps To Be Taken in Case Large Quantities of Material are Released or Spilled: Contain the spill. Try to
prevent large quantities from reaching waterway or sewer. Use water spray or dilute and/or wash away spills to
avoid exposure and to protect persons working to stop/repair leak. Dispose of resulting waste as appropriate (check
pH).
SECTION VII - HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions To Be Taken in Handling and Storing: Handling and storage must be well ventilated, cool, and dry.
Store product away from potential sources of ignition. Fire fighting equipment must be available at all times.
Other Precautions: Keep away from heat/sparks and open flame..
SECTION VIII - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Respiratory Protection (Specify Type): None required with normal use.
Ventilation General
Eye Protection: None required with normal use.
Manufacturing Setting: For splash protection, use chemical goggles. Eye wash fountain is desirable.
Protective Gloves: None required with normal use.
Other Protective Equipment: None required with normal use.
SECTION IX - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Boiling Point 掳F: N/A Specific Gravity (H2O=1): 1.030-1.045
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): N/A Percent Volatile by Volume (%): N/A
Vapor Density (Air=1): N/A Evaporation Rate (nBuOAc=1): N/A
Coefficient of Water/Oil Distribution: N/A Freezing Point: N/A
Appearance and Odor: Clear liquid pH (100%): 13
Product is perfumed. Solubility in Water: Completely
Reserve Alkalinity: N/A
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SECTION X - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Possible Hazardous Reactions/Conditions/By Products: None known
Conditions to Avoid: None
Materials to Avoid: Do not mix with other products, especially toilet bowl cleaners, acidic cleaners or products
that contain ammonia.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: None known
Other Recommendations: None
Stability: Stable
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
SECTION XI - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
LD50 (rats oral): >6.5 g/kg
Comet Cleaner with Bleach has a relatively low order of toxicity. It may be irritating, but it is not expected to be
corrosive. It is expected to be emetic.
SECTION XII - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No environmental concerns.
SECTION XIII - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste Disposal Method: DISPOSAL IS TO BE PERFORMED IN COMPLIANCE WITH FEDERAL, STATE
AND LOCAL REGULATIONS. Undiluted waste from this product is RCRA 鈥淐orrosive鈥? hazardous if pH is 12.5
or more. Check pH before deciding on the route of disposal. Hazardous waste treatment to reduce the pH may
become necessary prior to disposal. Do not landfill.
SECTION XIV - TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT Classification: Comet Cleaner with Bleach is not DOT hazardous in packages as sold. Bulk product
shipments are classified as Class 9 Hazardous Substance with a shipping name of
Environmentally hazardous substance, liquid n.o.s.
SECTION XV - ADDITIONAL REGULATORY INFORMATION
All components are listed on the US TSCA Inventory.
No components of Comet Cleaner with Bleach are subject to California Proposition 65.
EPA CERCLA TITLE III
Chemical Name CERCLA304 RQ (LBS) 311/312 313
Sodium hypochlorite 100 no no
Sodium hydroxide 1000 no no
All ingredients are CEPA approved for import to Canada by Procter & Gamble. This product has been classified
with Hazard Criteria of the Canadian Control Products Regulation (CPR) and this MSDS contains all information
required by the Canadian Products Regulation.
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SECTION XVI - OTHER INFORMATION
*N/A. - Not Applicable *N/K. - Not Known
The submission of this MSDS may be required by law, but this is not an assertion that the substance is hazardous
when used in accordance with proper safety practices and normal handling procedures. Data supplied is for use
only in connection with occupational safety and health.
The information contained herein has been compiled from sources considered by Procter & Gamble to be
dependable and is accurate to the best of the Company鈥檚 knowledge. The information relates to the specific
material designated herein, and does not relate to the use in combination with any other material or any other
process. Procter & Gamble assumed no responsibility for injury to the recipient or third persons, for any damage to
any property resulting from misuse of the controlled product.
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