Plumbers' Supplies Co-Operative Limited
Unit 87a, 79-97 St Hilliers Road, Auburn
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET NSW 2144 Australia
Phone +61 2 9741 8999
This Revision Dated: May, 2006 Fax +61 2 9741 8989
SECTION 1 - IDENTIFICATION OF CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY
Substance: Water solution of ingredients.
Sammy Concentrated Algaecide
Trade Name:
Product Use: Swimming pool algaecide.
Creation Date: May, 2006
Revision Date: May, 2006
SECTION 2 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Statement of Hazardous Nature
This product is classified as: Hazardous according to the criteria of NOHSC Australia.
Not a Dangerous Good according to the Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code.
Risk Phrases: R22, R36, R52. Harmful if swallowed. Irritating to eyes. Harmful to aquatic organisms.
Safety Phrases: S20, S25, S29. When using, do not eat or drink. Avoid contact with eyes. Do not empty into drains.
SUSDP Classification: S5
ADG Classification: None allocated. Not a Dangerous Good.
UN Number: None allocated
Emergency Overview
Physical Description & colour: Dark blue liquid.
Odour: Mild odour.
Major Health Hazards: harmful if swallowed, eye irritant.
Potential Health Effects
Inhalation
Short term exposure: Significant inhalation exposure is considered to be unlikely. Available data indicates that this
product is not harmful. In addition product is unlikely to cause any discomfort or irritation.
Long Term exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term inhalation.
Skin Contact:
Short term exposure: Available data indicates that this product is not harmful. However product may be irritating,
but is unlikely to cause anything more than mild transient discomfort.
Long Term exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term skin exposure.
Eye Contact:
Short term exposure: Exposure via eyes is considered to be unlikely. This product is an eye irritant. Symptoms
may include stinging and reddening of eyes and watering which may become copious. Other symptoms may also
become evident. If exposure is brief, symptoms should disappear once exposure has ceased. However, lengthy
exposure or delayed treatment may cause permanent damage.
Long Term exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term eye exposure.
Ingestion:
Short term exposure: Significant oral exposure is considered to be unlikely. Available data shows that this product
is harmful, but symptoms are not available. This product is unlikely to cause any irritation problems in the short or long
term.
Long Term exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term ingestion.
Carcinogen Status:
NOHSC: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by NOHSC.
NTP: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by NTP.
IARC: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by IARC.
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Plumbers' Supplies Co-Operative Limited
Unit 87a, 79-97 St Hilliers Road, Auburn
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET NSW 2144 Australia
Phone +61 2 9741 8999
This Revision Dated: May, 2006 Fax +61 2 9741 8989
SECTION 3 - COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
TWA (mg/m3) STEL (mg/m3)
Ingredients CAS No Conc,%
Benzalkonium chloride 8001-54-5 10 not set not set
Copper - triethanolamine complex 31089-39-1 1.9 * not set not set
Water 7732-18-5 to 100 not set not set
* This figure is g/L copper as Cu
This is a commercial product whose exact ratio of components may vary slightly. Minor quantities of other non
hazardous ingredients are also possible.
The TWA exposure value is the average airborne concentration of a particular substance when calculated over a normal 8 hour working day for a 5
day working week. The STEL (Short Term Exposure Limit) is an exposure value that should not be exceeded for more than 15 minutes and should
not be repeated for more than 4 times per day. There should be at least 60 minutes between successive exposures at the STEL. The term "peak "is
used when the TWA limit, because of the rapid action of the substance, should never be exceeded, even briefly.
SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
General Information:
You should call The Poisons Information Centre if you feel that you may have been poisoned, burned or irritated by
this product. The number is 13 1126 from anywhere in Australia (0800 764 766 in New Zealand) and is available at all
times. Have this MSDS with you when you call.
Inhalation: First aid is not generally required. If in doubt, contact a Poisons Information Centre or a doctor.
Skin Contact: Irritation is unlikely. However, if irritation does occur, flush with lukewarm, gently flowing water for 5
minutes or until chemical is removed. If in doubt obtain medical advice.
Eye Contact: Quickly and gently blot or brush away product. Immediately flush the contaminated eye(s) with
lukewarm, gently flowing water until the product is removed or until a few minutes after irritation has ceased, while
holding the eyelid(s) open. Take care not to rinse contaminated water into the unaffected eye or onto the face. Obtain
medical advice if irritation becomes painful or lasts more than a few minutes.
Ingestion: If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting. Wash mouth with water and contact a Poisons Information
Centre, or call a doctor.
SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Fire and Explosion Hazards: There is no risk of an explosion from this product under normal circumstances if it is
involved in a fire.
Only small quantities of decomposition products are expected from this products at temperatures normally achieved in
a fire. This will only occur after heating to dryness.
Fire decomposition products from this product may be toxic if inhaled. Take appropriate protective measures.
Extinguishing Media: Not Combustible. Use extinguishing media suited to burning materials.
Fire Fighting: If a significant quantity of this product is involved in a fire, call the fire brigade.
Flash point: Does not burn.
Upper Flammability Limit: Does not burn.
Lower Flammability Limit: Does not burn.
Autoignition temperature: Not applicable - does not burn.
Flammability Class: Does not burn.
SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Accidental release: In the event of a major spill, prevent spillage from entering drains or water courses. Wear full
protective clothing including eye/face protection. All skin areas should be covered. See below under Personal
Protection regarding Australian Standards relating to personal protective equipment. Suitable materials for protective
clothing include rubber, PVC. Eye/face protective equipment should comprise as a minimum, protective glasses and,
preferably, goggles. If there is a significant chance that vapours or mists are likely to build up in the cleanup area, we
recommend that you use a respirator. Usually, no respirator is necessary when using this product. However, if you
have any doubts consult the Australian Standard mentioned below (section 8).
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Plumbers' Supplies Co-Operative Limited
Unit 87a, 79-97 St Hilliers Road, Auburn
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET NSW 2144 Australia
Phone +61 2 9741 8999
This Revision Dated: May, 2006 Fax +61 2 9741 8989
Stop leak if safe to do so, and contain spill. Absorb onto sand, vermiculite or other suitable absorbent material. If spill
is too large or if absorbent material is not available, try to create a dike to stop material spreading or going into drains
or waterways. Sweep up and shovel or collect recoverable product into labelled containers for recycling or salvage,
and dispose of promptly. Recycle containers wherever possible after careful cleaning. After spills, wash area
preventing runoff from entering drains. If a significant quantity of material enters drains, advise emergency services.
This material may be suitable for approved landfill. Ensure legality of disposal by consulting regulations prior to
disposal. Thoroughly launder protective clothing before storage or re-use. Advise laundry of nature of contamination
when sending contaminated clothing to laundry.
SECTION 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling: Keep exposure to this product to a minimum, and minimise the quantities kept in work areas. Check
Section 8 of this MSDS for details of personal protective measures, and make sure that those measures are followed.
The measures detailed below under "Storage" should be followed during handling in order to minimise risks to
persons using the product in the workplace. Also, avoid contact or contamination of product with incompatible
materials listed in Section 10.
Storage: This product is a Scheduled Poison. Observe all relevant regulations regarding sale, transport and storage
of this class of poison. Store in the closed original container in a dry, cool, well-ventilated area out of direct sunlight.
Make sure that the product does not come into contact with substances listed under "Materials to avoid" in Section 10.
Some liquid preparations settle or separate on standing and may require stirring before use. Check packaging - there
may be further storage instructions on the label.
SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION
The following Australian Standards will provide general advice regarding safety clothing and equipment:
Respiratory equipment: AS/NZS 1715, Protective Gloves: AS 2161, Industrial Clothing: AS2919, Industrial Eye
Protection: AS1336 and AS/NZS 1337, Occupational Protective Footwear: AS/NZS2210.
TWA (mg/m3) STEL (mg/m3)
Exposure Limits
Exposure limits have not been established by NOHSC for any of the significant ingredients in this product.
No special equipment is usually needed when occasionally handling small quantities. The following instructions are
for bulk handling or where regular exposure in an occupational setting occurs without proper containment systems.
Ventilation: No special ventilation requirements are normally necessary for this product. However make sure that
the work environment remains clean and that vapours and mists are minimised.
Eye Protection: Protective glasses or goggles should be worn when this product is being used. Failure to protect
your eyes may cause them harm. Emergency eye wash facilities are also recommended in an area close to where
this product is being used.
Skin Protection: You should avoid contact even with mild skin irritants. Therefore you should wear suitable
impervious elbow-length gloves and facial protection when handling this product. See below for suitable material
types.
Protective Material Types: We suggest that protective clothing be made from the following materials: rubber,
PVC.
Respirator: Usually, no respirator is necessary when using this product. However, if you have any doubts consult
the Australian Standard mentioned above.
Eyebaths or eyewash stations should be provided near to where this product is being used.
SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES:
Physical Description & colour: Dark blue liquid.
Odour: Mild odour.
Boiling Point: Approximately 100掳C at 100kPa.
Freezing/Melting Point: Approximately 0掳C.
Volatiles: Water component.
Vapour Pressure: 2.37 kPa at 20掳C (water vapour pressure).
Vapour Density: No data.
Specific Gravity: 1.07 approx
Water Solubility: Completely soluble in water.
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Plumbers' Supplies Co-Operative Limited
Unit 87a, 79-97 St Hilliers Road, Auburn
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET NSW 2144 Australia
Phone +61 2 9741 8999
This Revision Dated: May, 2006 Fax +61 2 9741 8989
pH: 6.8 approx
Volatility: No data.
Odour Threshold: No data.
Evaporation Rate: No data.
Coeff Oil/water distribution: No data
Autoignition temp: Not applicable - does not burn.
SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity: This product is unlikely to react or decompose under normal storage conditions. However, if you have
any doubts, contact the supplier for advice on shelf life properties.
Conditions to Avoid: Store in the closed original container in a dry, cool, well-ventilated area out of direct sunlight.
Incompatibilities: bases.
Fire Decomposition: Only small quantities of decomposition products are expected from this products at
temperatures normally achieved in a fire. This will only occur after heating to dryness. Carbon dioxide, and if
combustion is incomplete, carbon monoxide and smoke. Nitrogen and its compounds, and under some
circumstances, oxides of nitrogen. Occasionally hydrogen cyanide gas. Hydrogen chloride gas, other compounds of
chlorine. Water. Copper compounds. Carbon monoxide poisoning produces headache, weakness, nausea, dizziness,
confusion, dimness of vision, disturbance of judgment, and unconsciousness followed by coma and death.
Polymerisation: This product is unlikely to undergo polymerisation processes.
SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Local Effects:
Target Organs: There is no data to hand indicating any particular target organs.
Classification of Hazardous Ingredients
Ingredient Risk Phrases
No ingredient mentioned in the List of Designated Hazardous Substances is present in this product at hazardous
concentrations.
SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
This product is harmful to aquatic organisms. This product does not degrade naturally. It will not cause ecological
problems because it does not enter biological systems.
SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Disposal: Instructions concerning the disposal of this product and its containers are given on the product label.
These should be carefully followed.
SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION
ADG Code: This product is not classified as a Dangerous Good. No special transport conditions are necessary
unless required by other regulations.
SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
AICS: All of the significant ingredients in this formulation are to be found in the public AICS Database.
The following ingredients: Benzalkonium chloride, Copper (as copper sulfate), are mentioned in the SUSDP.
SECTION 16 - OTHER INFORMATION
See our web site at www.lo-chlor.com
This MSDS contains only safety-related information. For other data see product literature.
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Plumbers' Supplies Co-Operative Limited
Unit 87a, 79-97 St Hilliers Road, Auburn
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET NSW 2144 Australia
Phone +61 2 9741 8999
This Revision Dated: May, 2006 Fax +61 2 9741 8989
Acronyms:
ADG Code Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail
AICS Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances
CAS number Chemical Abstracts Service Registry Number
Hazchem Number Emergency action code of numbers and letters that provide information to
emergency services especially firefighters
IARC International Agency for Research on Cancer
NOHSC National Occupational Health and Safety Commission
NOS Not otherwise specified
NTP National Toxicology Program (USA)
R-Phrase Risk Phrase
SUSDP Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs & Poisons
UN Number United Nations Number
THIS MSDS SUMMARISES OUR BEST KNOWLEDGE OF THE HEALTH AND SAFETY HAZARD INFORMATION OF THE PRODUCT AND
HOW TO SAFELY HANDLE AND USE THE PRODUCT IN THE WORKPLACE. EACH USER MUST REVIEW THIS MSDS IN THE CONTEXT OF
HOW THE PRODUCT WILL BE HANDLED AND USED IN THE WORKPLACE.
IF CLARIFICATION OR FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED TO ENSURE THAT AN APPROPRIATE RISK ASSESSMENT CAN BE MADE,
THE USER SHOULD CONTACT THIS COMPANY SO WE CAN ATTEMPT TO OBTAIN ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FROM OUR SUPPLIERS
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 ON REQUEST.
Please read all labels carefully before using product.
This MSDS is prepared in accord with the NOHSC document 鈥淣ational Code of Practice for the
Preparation of Material Safety Data Sheets鈥? 2nd Edition [NOHSC:2011(2003)]
Copyright 漏 Kilford & Kilford Pty Ltd, May, 2006.
http://www.kilford.com.au/ Phone (02)9251 4532
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