1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE / PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY / UNDERTAKING
Product name: SWARFEGA TOUGH CLEAN DECKING CLEANER
Use / description of product: Outdoor cleaner for use on decking areas
Company name: DEB Ltd
108 Spencer Road
Belper
Derbyshire
DE56 1JX
Tel: 01773 596700
Fax: 01773 820482
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: No symptoms.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES (ACTION)
Skin contact: Wash contaminated skin immediately with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing and
launder before re-use. Seek medical advice if irriation persists.
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: Rinse mouth and throat thoroughly. Give about 1/2 pint of liquid to drink. Obtain immediate
medical advice. Do not induce vomiting.
Inhalation: Not Applicable
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: Wear gloves and eye protection.
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. 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: Protect from extremes of temperature. Keep away from direct sunlight.
Suitable packaging: Must only be kept in original packaging.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Hazardous ingredients: SODIUM HYDROXIDE
WEL (8 hr exposure limit): 2 mg/m3 WEL (15 min exposure limit): 2 mg/m3
Hand protection: Wear suitable natural rubber latex or nitrile 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.
Solubility in water: Soluble
Viscosity: Non-viscous
pH: 12 - 13
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable under normal conditions.
Conditions to avoid: Direct sunlight. Avoid extremes of temperature.
Haz. decomp. products: None known.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Hazardous ingredients: SODIUM HYDROXIDE
IPR MUS LD50 40 mg/kg
ORL RBT LDLO 500 mg/kg
Routes of exposure: Skin Contact- May cause irritation / dryness or defatting of the skin with prolonged contact. Eye
contact- Irritant and may cause inflammation. Ingestion - May cause gastrointestinal
inflammation. Inhalation- No fumes evolved
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Mobility: Non-volatile. 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 industrial 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: -
Shipping name: NOT CLASSIFIED FOR TRANSPORT
Risk phrases: R36/38: Irritating to eyes and skin.
Safety phrases: S2: Keep out of the reach of children.
S46: If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label.
Use biocides safely. Always read the label and product information before use.
Precautionary phrases:
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 - revision of information.
Risk phrases used in s.2: R41: Risk of serious damage to eyes.
R38: Irritating to skin.
R35: Causes severe burns.
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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