SAFETY DATA SHEET
KIMCARE Antibacterial* Antibacterial Clear Skin Cleanser
0.25% Triclosan
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND
THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
Product Name: KIMCARE Antibacterial* Antibacterial Clear Skin Cleanser 0.25%
Triclosan
Product Number: 91110, 91547, 91924, 92517, 95154, 95254, 96250
Date Prepared: 10/3/2005
Manufacturer: Kimberly-Clark Corporation
1400 Holcomb Bridge Road
Roswell, GA 30076-2199
United States of America
Telephone:
MEDICAL EMERGENCY 1-877-561-6587
TRANSPORTATION EMERGENCY Chemtrec 1-800-424-9300
INFORMATION 1-888-346-4652
Product Use: Skin/personal cleansing
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical Name CAS-No./ EINECS- % EU Classification
No (67/548/EEC):
Triclosan 3880-34-5/222-182-2 0.25% Xi, N R36/38, N50/53
Other Ingredients Proprietary 99-100% Not applicable
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Emergency Overview: Clear liquid with floral odor. This product is intended for use as
a hand cleanser and is expected to contact the skin. No unusual hazards expected.
EU Classification (1999/45/EC): Not classified as a dangerous substance or
preparation.
Medicinal and cosmetic products in the finished form, intended for the final user are not
subject the Directive relating to the classification, packaging and labelling of dangerous
preparations (1999/45/EC).
US OSHA Classification (29CFR1910.1200): Not Hazardous
Canadian WHMIS Classification: Not a controlled product.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation: Move to fresh air. Seek medical advice if cough, shortness of breath or other
respiratory problems occur.
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KIMCARE Antibacterial* Antibacterial Clear Skin Cleanser
0.25% Triclosan
Skin contact: Wash off excess with water. This product is intended for use on the skin.
Seek medical advice if redness, swelling, itching or burning occurs.
Eye contact: Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least
15 minutes. Obtain medical attention if irritation persists.
Ingestion: Call a physician or Poison Control Centre immediately. Do not induce vomiting.
Drink 1 or 2 glasses of water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Flashpoint: Not applicable
Flammable Limits in Air % by Volume:
LEL (Lower): Not applicable
UEL (Upper): Not applicable
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water, water fog, foam, carbon dioxide, dry chemical.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Not required.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: None.
Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Clean up excess material and place in container for reclaim, recycle or disposal.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Avoid contact with eyes. Avoid sparks, flame and excessive heat.
Recommended storage temperature 40潞F - 100潞F (5潞C - 37潞C).
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure limit(s)
Chemical Name Exposure limit(s)
Triclosan None established
Ventilation: No special ventilation normally required. Local exhaust ventilation
recommended at points of emission to reduce exposure to fumes and vapors during
processing.
Respiratory Protection: No personal respiratory protective equipment normally
required.
Protective Gloves: Not required. This product is intended for use as a hand cleanser and
is expected to contact the skin.
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KIMCARE Antibacterial* Antibacterial Clear Skin Cleanser
0.25% Triclosan
Eye Protection: None required for normal use.
For bulk processing, regular hand washing along with general body-covering clothing, safety
goggles and gloves are recommended as good industrial hygiene practice.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance and Odor Clear liquid with floral odor.
Boiling point/range 200-220潞F (93.3-104.4潞C)
Melting point/range Not available
Specific Gravity (water=1) 1.017 - 1.037
Vapor pressure Not applicable
Vapor density (air=1) <1
Solubility Complete
pH 6.4
Partition coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not available
Evaporation Rate (Butyl acetate=1) <1
Percent Volatile by Volume (%) Not available
Volatile Organic Carbon Compounds (VOC) Not available
(g/L)
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable
Conditions to Avoid: None currently known.
Materials to avoid: None currently known.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Does not occur.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Symptoms/Effects of Overexposure:
Inhalation: None expected.
Skin contact: Patch testing does not indicate a potential for dermal irritation in humans.
Not expected to be a sensitizer.
Eye contact: May cause mild irritation.
Ingestion: Not intended for ingestion, however, no unusual hazards expected.
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KIMCARE Antibacterial* Antibacterial Clear Skin Cleanser
0.25% Triclosan
Chronic toxicity: None currently known.
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: None currently known.
Carcinogenicity Data: None of the components of this product is listed as a carcinogen
by IARC, NTP, US OSHA or the European Directive (67/48/EEC).
Reproductive Toxicity: None currently known.
Acute Toxicity Values: Product: Oral LD50 (rat) >5000 mg/kg Based on an assessment
of the ingredients.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Triclosan is classified as very toxic to the aquatic environment.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose in accordance with all state, local and federal regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
US DOT Shipping Description: Not regulated
IATA Shipping Description (Air): Not regulated
IMDG Shipping Description (Vessel): Not regulated
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
US Regulations
EPA Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA): All of the components of this product
are listed on the TSCA Inventory or exempted from TSCA.
SARA 302 Listed Chemicals: None.
SARA 311/312 Hazard Categories: Not applicable
SARA 313 This Product Contains the Following Chemicals Subject to
Annual Release Reporting Requirements Under the SARA Section 313 (40
CFR 372): None.
California Proposition 65: This product does not contain chemicals listed per the Safe
Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986.
International Regulations
Canadian WHMIS Classification: Drugs and cosmetics are not subject to the
Hazardous Products Act (WHMIS).
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the CPR and the
MSDS contains all the information required by the CPR.
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SAFETY DATA SHEET
KIMCARE Antibacterial* Antibacterial Clear Skin Cleanser
0.25% Triclosan
Drug Identification Number (DIN): 02243381
EU Labeling: None.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
EU Classes and Risk Phrases for Reference (See Sections 2 and 3):
Xi - Irritant
N - Dangerous for the environment
R36/38 - Irritating to eyes and skin.
R50/53 - Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term effects in the aquatic
environment.
HMIS Rating: Health 0 Fire 0 Reactivity 0
The information contained herein is true and correct to the best of Kimberly-Clark's
knowledge. However, no warranty, express or implied, is made. Nothing herein should be
interpreted as a recommendation to infringe existing patents or violate any laws or
regulations. Final determination of the suitability of the material is the sole responsibility of
the user.
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