SAFETY DATA SHEET
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Issued: 17/05/06
Revision No: 3
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE / PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY / UNDERTAKING
Product name: SWARFEGA BRICK AND MASONRY CLEANER
Use / description of product: Brick and masonry cleaner.
Company name: DEB Ltd
108 Spencer Road
Belper
Derbyshire
DE56 1JX
Tel: 01773 596700
Fax: 01773 820482
2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Hazardous ingredients: HYDROCHLORIC ACID 20% 30-50%
EINECS: 231-595-7 CAS: 7647-01-1
[Xi] R36/37/38
鈥? AMINE OXIDE <1%
CAS: 1643-20-5
[Xi] R38; [Xi] R41
Contains: Aqua
Hydrochloric Acid
Citric Acid
Corrosion Inhibitor
Trideceth-10
CI 17200
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Main hazards: Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES (SYMPTOMS)
Skin contact: There may be mild irritation at the site of contact.
Eye contact: There may be irritation and redness.
Ingestion: There may be soreness and redness of the mouth and throat.
Inhalation: There may be irritation of the throat with a feeling of tightness in the chest.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES (ACTION)
Skin contact: Wash immediately with plenty of soap and water.
Eye contact: Wash immediately with clean water for at least 10 minutes, while lifting eye lids. If any soreness
or irritation persists seek medical advice.
Ingestion: Give about 1/2 pint of liquid to drink. Obtain immediate medical advice. DO NOT INDUCE
VOMITING DUE TO THE DANGER OF ASPIRATION.
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Inhalation: Remove to fresh air and seek medical advice if symptoms persist.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing media: This product is water based and will not support combustion. Suitable extinguishing media for
the surrounding fire should be used.
Protection of fire-fighters: Wear protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions: Do not attempt to take action without suitable protective clothing - see section 8 of SDS.
Environmental precautions: Do not allow to contaminate watercourses or rivers.
Clean-up procedures: In the event of spillage mop up bulk and dilute remainder to foul drain with water. Treat large
spillages as industrial waste.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling requirements: Do not mix with any material other than water, as directed. Wear suitable personal protective
equipment, as detailed in section 8. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid inhalation of high
concentrations of mist. If the product is to be used for an application other than that stated on
the label, contact Technical Services Hotline (01773 880367) to check suitability.
Storage conditions: Store in a cool dry area. Keep out of reach of children. Store out of direct sunlight Keep in
original container
Suitable packaging: Must only be kept in original packaging.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Respiratory protection: Respiratory protection not required.
Hand protection: Wear nitrile or plastic coated gloves. Take further advice from reputable glove maufacturer /
supplier regarding suitability /useful contact time of their recommended gloves.
Eye protection: Safety goggles or face shield should be worn if the product is used through high pressure
equipment or splashing is anticipated.
Skin protection: Waterproof overalls and shoes / boots should be worn if the product is used through high
pressure equipment or if splashing is anticipated.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
State: Liquid
Colour: Pink
Odour: Characteristic odour
Solubility in water: Soluble
Viscosity: Non-viscous
pH: 0 - 1.0
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10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable under normal conditions.
Conditions to avoid: Avoid extremes of temperature. Direct sunlight.
Materials to avoid: Do NOT mix with bleaches as this will liberate poisonous chlorine gas. Do not mix with any other
cleaning chemicals Use only on surfaces for which this product is intended. Do not allow
product to come into contact with any metals. If product is splashed onto other surfaces, rinse
immediately with water.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Routes of exposure: Skin Contact- May cause irritation / dryness or defatting of the skin with prolonged contact. Eye
contact- Irritant and may cause inflammation. Inhalation - High Concentrations of the mist may
be irritant to the upper respiratory tract. Ingestion - May cause nausea, irritation to the digestive
system may occur.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Mobility: Soluble in water.
Persistence and degradability: This product conforms to current EEC directives on biodegradability.
Other adverse effects: May be harmful to aquatic organisms due to pH shift.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Disposal operations: Absorb large spills with sand or other inert media, and dispose of to an approved landfill site,
contact local authorities for further information
Disposal of packaging: Drain well. Dispose of as normal household waste.
NB: The user's attention is drawn to the possible existence of regional or national regulations
regarding disposal.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
ADR / RID
UN no: 1789 ADR Class: 8
Packing group: III Classification code: C1
Shipping name: HYDROCHLORIC ACID
Labelling: 8 Hazard ID no: 80
IMDG / IMO
UN no: 1789 Class: 8
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Packing group: III EmS: F-A,S-B
Marine pollutant: NO Labelling: 8
IATA / ICAO
UN no: 1789 Class: 8
Packing group: III Packing instructions: 819(P&CA); 821(CAO)
Labelling: 8
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Hazard symbols: Irritant.
Risk phrases: R36/37/38: Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
Safety phrases: S2: Keep out of the reach of children.
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.
S28: After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water.
S46: If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label.
Precautionary phrases: Do not mix with bleach
Note: The regulatory information given above only indicates the principal regulations specifically
applicable to the product described in the safety data sheet. The user's attention is drawn to
the possible existence of additional provisions which complete these regulations. Refer to all
applicable national, international and local regulations or provisions.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Other information: For additional information regarding Deb products please contact the Deb Technical Services
Department (01773 880367).
In all cases of potential poisoning supportive therapy is of the utmost importance.
If medical professionals require advice regarding first aid treatment all Deb products are
registered at the National Poisons unit, Birmingham.
The above information complies with the 199/45/EC Directive and it's ammendments.
Always ensure users are fully trained and read label before using product.
Data Compiled using Raw Material Supplier Data and Lycos Classification System.
Reason for re-issue - Change in formulation.
Risk phrases used in s.2: R36/37/38: Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
R38: Irritating to skin.
R41: Risk of serious damage to eyes.
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Legal disclaimer: The purpose of the above information is to describe the products only in terms of health and
safety requirements. The information given should not, therefore, be construed as guaranteeing
specific properties or as specification. Customers should satisfy themselves as to the suitability
and completeness of such information for their own particular use.
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