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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
SUPPLIER: METPREP LTD.
CURRIERS CLOSE
CHARTER AVENUE
COVENTRY CV4 8AW
TELEPHONE: PRODUCT INFORMATION: 024 7642 1222
FAX: 024 7642 1192
CHEMICAL NAME:
PRODUCT: ULTRACLEAN I
PRODUCT NUMBERS: 18 80 02
2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
CHEMICAL COMPOSITION: A complex emulsion of anionic and non-ionic surface active agents, stabilizing
agents, alkalis, non-phosphate detergent builders and sequestering agents in an aqueous base.
INGREDIENT (S): CAS NUMBER: %
Potassium Hydroxide 1310-58-3 <3
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Xi Irritant. May cause irritation to skin, especially if exposure is prolonged.
May cause severe eye irritation.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES: In general, no special measures required.
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. Get medical help if discomfort persists.
EYES: Flush with water for 15 minutes, including under eyelids. Get medical help if discomfort persists.
SKIN: Wash with soap and water. Get medical help if discomfort persists.
INGESTION: If ingested, drink copious amounts of fresh w ater and seek immediate medical attention.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
EXTINGUISHER METHOD: Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical, foam
UNSUITABLE METHODS: Water with full jet
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: No special measures required
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
PERSON RELATED SAFETY PRECAUTION: Avoid eye and skin contact.
MEASURES FOR ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION: Dispose of in accordance with local authority guidelines .
MEASURES FOR CLEANING/COLLECTING: Absorb large spillage with sand or any suitable medium .
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Small spillage may be flushed away with plenty of water to a drain or sewer.
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING: Avoid contact with eye or skin. Use glass, ceramic, plastic (not
polycarbonate) or stainless steel vessels for working solutions.
INFORMATION ABOUT FIRE- AND EXPLOSION PROTECTION: No special measures required.
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN STORAGE: Store the concentrate at ambient temperature, out of direct sunlight,
sealed in the container in which it is supplied, and away from acids and aluminium .
STORAGE TEMPERATURE: Preferably not exceeding 35 潞 C.
OTHER PRECAUTIONS: Wash thoroughly after use and before eating of smoking.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROL / PERSONAL PROTECTION
OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS:
HAZARDOUS INGREDIENT (S) - None
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
GENERAL PROTECTIVE AND HYGIENE MEASURES: The usual precautionary measures are to adhered to when
handling chemicals.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION (SPECIFY TYPE): Not necessary if room is well ventilated.
VENTILATION: Local exhaust at processing equipment.
PROTECTIVE GLOVES: Protective gloves.
EYE PROTECTION: Safety glasses or chemical splash goggles.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
FORM: Non-viscous liquid concentrate COLOUR: Milky white
ODOUR: Faint odour
MELTING POINT: -3.8 掳C BOILING POINT: 100.5 掳C
VAPOUR PRESSURE: 17.1 mm Hg at 20 掳C PERCENT VOLATILE W/W%: NA
DENSITY: 1.083 g/cm3 EVAPORATION RATE: 0.34
FLASH POINT: NA FLAMMABILITY: Product is not flammable
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE: NA FLAMMABLE LIMIT, AIR VOL % LOWER: NA
UPPER: NA
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Totally soluble in water. Miscible with water soluble solvents
PH: The concentrate has a pH in excess of 13
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABILITY: Stable
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: May react violently with strong acids. May produce hydrogen in contact with aluminium.
INCOMPATIBILITY (MATERIALS TO AVOID): Will tend to corrode non-ferrous metals, notably aluminium and zinc
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: None
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HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ACUTE TOXICITY:
LD/LC50 VALUES RELEVANT FOR CLASSIFICATION:
No known evidence of carcinogenicity, mutagenicity or reproductive toxicity
PRIMARY IRRITANT EFFECT:
ON THE SKIN: Irritating
ON THE EYE: Irritating
SENSITISASTION: Sensitization possible through skin contact.
ADDITIONAL TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION: Should not be ingested. Toxicity is low, but high alkalinity is likely to be
harmful.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
AQUATIC TOXICITY:
ECOLOGICAL TOXICITY: Ultraclean I is biodegradable. Ready biodegradability by OECD 301E
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
WASTE DISPOSAL METHODS: Dispose of in accordance with regional and/or national regulations.
14. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
NON-HAZARDOUS
SHIPPING NAME:
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
LABELLING ACCORDING TO EU GUIDELINES:
.
Xi Irritant
Risk phrase numbers R36/38 Irritating to the eyes and skin
Safety phrase numbers S24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and
seek medical advice.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
None
The data sheet was prepared in accordance with Directive 91/155/EEC
The above information has been gathered from reliable sources and is believed to be correct. However, the information is
provided without any warranty, either expressed or implied. MetPrep Ltd. shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from
the handling of or contact with the above product.
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