PRODUCT SAFETY DATA SHEET
Print date: 31 May 2007
1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Item Number / Product code: 0054669
Product name:
RID-X餂? PROFESSIONAL SEPTIC SYSTEM TREATMENT
+ DRAIN MAINTAINER (LIQUID)
Validation / Revision Date: 31 May 2007
EPA Identifier: Not applicable.
Formula Number: 1012-187A (0054669)
UPC Number and Size: 19200-78710 (32 fl. oz. / 946 mL.) Plastic bottle.
19200-79281 (64 fl. oz. / 1.892 L) Plastic bottle.
Product Description: Septic system treatment and drain maintainer containing bacteria and enzymes.
Manufacturer: Reckitt Benckiser North America, Inc.
Morris Corporate Center IV
399 Interpace Parkway (P.O. Box 225)
Parsippany, New Jersey 07054-0225
Emergency telephone number: 1-800-228-4722 (U.S.)
Transportation Emergencies: 1-800-424-9300 (U.S. & Canada) CHEMTREC
Outside the U.S. and Canada (North America), call: 703-527-3887
2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Components: Wt % ACGIH: OSHA:
BACTERIAL COMPLEX w/ AMYLASE, 0.06 mcg/m3 0.06 mcg/m3
75-80
PROTEASE & SUBTILISIN PROTEASE
ENZYMES
9014-01-1
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Product name: RID-X餂? PROFESSIONAL SEPTIC
SYSTEM TREATMENT + DRAIN MAINTAINER
(LIQUID)
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
CAUTION:
May cause eye irritation.
May cause mild skin irritation after prolonged contact.
Inhaling mist from this product could cause irritation to the lungs and mucous membranes.
Ingestion could cause irritation to the mouth and throat.
Individuals having known allergies, as well as those with respiratory disease or disorders should avoid contact with this
product.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation: If inhaled, move to fresh air and avoid further contact with product. If breathing or skin
problems develop, seek the care of a physician.
Skin contact: If on skin, wash the product off with soap and water. If irritation develops, seek the care of a
physician.
Eye contact: If in eyes, rinse eyes with water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation persists, get medical
attention.
Ingestion: If ingested, drink water to dilute and call a physician. Induce vomiting only if advised by a
physician. Contains enzymes.
Notes to physician: Contains a bacterial complex with amylase, protease and subtilisin protease enzymes.
Ingestion of this product could cause irritation of the mouth and throat.
Aggravated Medical Conditions: None known. Persons with respiratory problems or skin disorders should avoid contact with
this product.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Flash point: CLOSED CUP: Higher than 93.3潞 C (>200潞 F). [Tagliabue].
Flammability Limits in Air:
Lower: No information available.
Upper: No information available.
Autoignition temperature: No information available.
Suitable extinguishing media: Water spray.
Carbon dioxide (CO2).
Dry chemical.
Extinguishing media which must not No information available.
be used for safety reasons:
Specific hazards: Not applicable.
Unusual hazards: None known
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Product name: RID-X餂? PROFESSIONAL SEPTIC
SYSTEM TREATMENT + DRAIN MAINTAINER
(LIQUID)
Special protective equipment for firefighters: As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus, pressure-
demand, MSHA / NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full
protective gear.
Specific methods: Standard procedure for chemical fires.
NFPA: Health: 1 Flammability: 0 Instability: 0
HMIS: Health: 1 Flammability: 0 Reactivity: 0
Key: Personal Protection Index = C.
(Also see Sections 3 & 8)
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions: Ensure adequate ventilation.
Environmental precautions: Do not allow material to contaminate ground water system.
Methods for cleaning up: When performing the required clean-up operation, wear the appropriate personal protective
equipment such as impervious gloves and eye / face protection.
Small spills: Dilute with water and mop up, or absorb with an inert material and place in an
appropriate waste disposal container.
Large spills: Contain and collect for later disposal according to local, provincial, state or federal
regulations.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling: Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
Use with adequate ventilation.
Wash hands after handling.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN!
Safe handling advice: Read and follow product label instructions.
Storage: Store in original container in areas inaccessable to small children and pets.
Store in an area out of direct sunlight, keep container closed when not in use and avoid storing
in a damp environment.
Keep away from food items and potable (drinking) water supplies.
Keep away from heat.
Keep from freezing.
Rinse container thoroughly before recycling.
Incompatible products: None known.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering measures For occupational exposures, ensure adequate ventilation.
to reduce exposure:
Personal Protective Equipment
Respiratory protection: Use in a well-ventilated area.
Emergency responders should wear self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) to avoid
inhalation of vapours generated by this product during a spill or other clean-up operations.
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Product name: RID-X餂? PROFESSIONAL SEPTIC
SYSTEM TREATMENT + DRAIN MAINTAINER
(LIQUID)
Hand protection: Wear impervious gloves where the potential for contact with the liquid is possible.
Wear long sleeve clothing to prevent incidental or prolonged contact with the skin.
Skin and body protection: Usual safety precautions while handling the product will provide adequate protection against
injury or irritation. Follow product label instructions.
Eye protection: Avoid contact with eyes.
Appropriate eye protection such as: Safety glasses with side shields, chemical goggles or full
face shield for occupational exposures.
Hygiene measures: Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing.
Wash hands with soap and water after handling.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical state: A liquid septic system treatment plus drain maintainer consisting of a complex of beneficial
bacteria and amylase, protease and subtilisin protease enzymes.
Appearance: Liquid.
Colour: Blue green.
Odour: Soapy
pH: 6.3 - 8.8
Flash point: Greater than 93潞 C (>200潞 F)
Specific gravity: >1.0 (Water = 1.0)
Vapour pressure: Not determined.
Solubility: Completely soluble.
Explosion limits:
- upper: No data available.
- lower: No data available.
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Polymerization: Hazardous polymerisation does not occur.
Hazardous decomposition products: Oxides of carbon and unknown organic compounds.
Materials to avoid: Do not mix with other household chemicals.
Conditions to avoid: Store away from excessive heat and moisture.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute toxicity
Component Information:
Product Information
LC50/inhalation/4h/rat = No information available.
LD50/dermal/rabbit = No information available.
LD50/oral/rat = No information available.
Local effects
Skin irritation: May cause mild skin irritation after prolonged contact.
Eye irritation: May cause eye irritation.
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Product name: RID-X餂? PROFESSIONAL SEPTIC
SYSTEM TREATMENT + DRAIN MAINTAINER
(LIQUID)
Inhalation Inhaling mist from this product could cause irritation to the lungs and mucous membranes.
Ingestion May be harmful if swallowed. See Section 4 for First Aid instructions.
Ingestion could cause irritation of the mouth and throat.
Sensitization May cause sensitization of susceptible persons
Chronic toxicity: No information available.
Specific effects
Carcinogenic effects: Not listed as carcinogenic by OSHA, NTP or IARC.
Components: NTP: IARC: OSHA: Mexico:
0.06 mcg/m3
BACTERIAL COMPLEX w/
AMYLASE, PROTEASE &
SUBTILISIN PROTEASE ENZYMES
Mutagenic effects: No information available.
Reproductive toxicity: No information available.
Target organ effects: No information available.
Information is based on data on the components and the toxicology of similar products.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Product Information
Aquatic toxicity: LC50/96h/fathead minnows (Pimephales promelas) = >1,000 mg/L.
Component Information:
Other information:
Ozone depletion potential; ODP; (R-11 = 1) = No information available.
Global warming potential (GWP) = No information available.
Additional ecological information: No information available.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste from residues / unused Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.
products:
Contaminated packaging: Empty container can be disposed of as household trash or rinsed and recycled where
appropriate.
Waste Disposal: Wear appropriate personal protective equipment when cleaning or handling waste material.
Small quantities of waste liquid may be discharged into a sanitary sewer. Discard any
absorbed material in trash collection. Rinse empty container thoroughly and discard in trash or
recycle.
Large quantities:
Wearing appropriate personal protective equipment, collect and store in an appropriate
container for disposal according to local, state, provincial and federal regulations.
Avoid creating a mist during the clean-up operations.
Do not use a high pressure washer for clean-up of spilled or waste materials.
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Product name: RID-X餂? PROFESSIONAL SEPTIC
SYSTEM TREATMENT + DRAIN MAINTAINER
(LIQUID)
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
UN / Id No: Not applicable
DOT:
Classification: Not a DOT regulated material. (United States)
Proper shipping name: Not applicable.
U.S. DOT - Hazard Class: Not applicable.
Subsidiary risk: Not applicable.
Packing Group: Not applicable.
DOT RQ (lbs): Not applicable.
ERG No: Not applicable.
TDG (Canada):
Classification: Not regulated under TDG
Proper shipping name: Not applicable.
Status: Not applicable.
Packing Group: Not applicable.
WHMIS hazard class: Not a WHMIS controlled product.
IMDG / IMO
Classification: Not regulated under IMDG
Proper shipping name: Not applicable.
Class: Not applicable.
Subsidiary Risk: Not applicable.
Packing group: Not applicable.
IMDG page: Not applicable.
Marine pollutant: Not applicable.
EMS: Not applicable.
MFAG: See Guide.
ADR / RID
Classification: Not applicable.
Proper shipping name: Not applicable.
Class: Not applicable.
Subsidiary risk: Not applicable.
Packing Group: Not applicable.
ADR/RID-labels: Not applicable
Hazard Identification Number: Not applicable.
CEFIC Tremcard No: Not applicable.
ICAO / IATA:
Classification: Not regulated under ICAO / IATA
Proper shipping name: Not applicable.
Class: Not applicable.
Subsidiary Risk: Not applicable
Packing Group: Not applicable.
Maximum quantity Not applicable.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Components: PICCS: TSCA: DSL: NDSL: ENCS: CHINA: AICS: EINECS-No
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Product name: RID-X餂? PROFESSIONAL SEPTIC
SYSTEM TREATMENT + DRAIN MAINTAINER
(LIQUID)
BACTERIAL COMPLEX w/ All Present Present 232-752-2
AMYLASE, PROTEASE & components
SUBTILISIN PROTEASE ENZYMES appear on
the TSCA
Inventory.
Components
not listed are
either non-
hazardous or
in
concentratio
ns of less
than 1%.
U.S. Regulations:
Components: BACTERIAL COMPLEX w/ AMYLASE, PROTEASE & SUBTILISIN PROTEASE
ENZYMES - 9014-01-1
NJRTK: Not Listed.
California Proposition 65 - None.
CERCLA/SARA 313: None
Canada
WHMIS hazard class: Not a WHMIS controlled product.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
National Fire HMIS (U.S.A.): Health Hazard 1
Protection Fire Hazard 0
Association (U.S.A.): Reactivity 0
Personal Protection C
Reason for revision: Revision of data and / or an update of the PSDS.
Additional advice: This product should only be used as directed on the label and for the purpose intended.
Prepared by: Reckitt Benckiser (U.S.) Inc.
Product Safety Department
1 Philips Parkway
Montvale, New Jersey 07646-1810 USA.
Phone: 201-573-6391
FAX: 201-476-7770.
Disclaimer: To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither
the above named supplier nor any of its subsidiaries assumes any liability whatsoever for the
accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein. Final determination of
suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present
unknown hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are described
herein, we cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist.
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Product name: RID-X餂? PROFESSIONAL SEPTIC
SYSTEM TREATMENT + DRAIN MAINTAINER
(LIQUID)
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