CS: 1.6.13 Page: 1 1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE MATERIAL AND SUPPLIER Product Name Company Name Address Telephone/Fax Number Recommended Use Other Names Hydro-Chem Pty Ltd 27 Viking Court Cheltenham VIC 3192 Tel: (03) 93 1011 Fax: (03) 93 1387 Biocide for use in open cooling water recirculating systems. Name Product Code -Chloro-2-methyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Hazard Classification Hazard Category : C - Corrosive Risk Phrase(s) Safety Phrase(s) R34 Causes burns. R43 May cause sensitization by skin contact. S1/2 Keep locked up and out reach children. S26 In case contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty water and seek medical advice. S36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. S4 In case accident or if you feel unwell seek medical advice immediately S61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/safety data sheet. 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Chemical Characterization Information on Composition Liquid All ingredients in this product are listed on the Australian Inventory Chemical Substances (AICS). Ingredients Name CAS Proportion 2-Methyl-4-isothiazolin-3-o ne -CHLORO-2-METHYL-4-I SOTHIAZOLIN-3-ONE 2682-20-4 0-10 % 26172--4 0-10 % Water 7732-18- TO 100% 4. FIRST AID MEASURES
CS: 1.6.13 Page: 2 Inhalation Ingestion Skin Eye Symptoms and Effects Seek medical treatment in case symptoms. Rinse mouth thoroughly with water immediately. Give water to drink. DO NOT induce vomiting. Seek medical attention. Wash with plenty soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before re-use. If swelling, redness, blistering or irritation occurs seek medical advice. Immediately irrigate with copious quantity water for at least 1 minutes. Eyelids to be held open. Seek medical attention. Allergic skin reactions.. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES Suitable Extinguishing Media Specific Methods Specific Hazards Hazchem Code Foam, water spray or fog Dry chemical powder Carbon dioxide Wear respirator (pressure demand, self- contained breathing apparatus, MSHA/NIOSH approved or equivalent) and full protective gear. Under certain fire conditions traces toxic gases can be released. 2X 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Spills & Disposal Other Information Wear protective clothing, splash pro goggles and impervious over-shoes. Remove contaminated clothing promptly, launder thoroughly before re-use. Wash affected skin with soap and water. CAUTION: Keep spills out municipal sewers and open bodies water. Dike and absorb spill with inert material (dry earth, sand). Shovel all contaminated solids, diking material, absorbent and soil into corrosion pro drums for storage until disposal. 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE Precautions for Safe Handling Conditions for Safe Storage Ventilate workplace in such a way that the Occupational Exposure Limit (OEL) is not exceeded. Prevent formation aerosols. Keep container tightly closed Keep away from direct sunlight 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION National Exposure Standards TLV 0.1 mg/m3 and STEl 0.3 mg/m3 for total isothiazolones.
CS: 1.6.13 Page: 3 Engineering Controls Mechanical local exhaust at point contaminant (vapour or mist) release. Respiratory Protection Eye Protection Hand Protection Body Protection Hygiene Measures Use breathing protection when aerosol or mist is formed. Half or Full mask with combination filter A2B2E2K2HG-P3 is recommended. Splash pro goggles/glasses or face shield. Nitrile-rubber. Appropriate impervious protective clothing where large volumes product are in use. Launder contaminated clothing before re-use. Wash hands before eating, drinking, smoking and using the toilet. 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Form Appearance Boiling Point Solubility in Water Specific Gravity ph Value Vapour Pressure Flash Point Flammability Flammable Limits - Lower Liquid Pale yellow liquid with a mild aromatic odour. 100 C 100% 1.03 at 20 C 2-2. 0.1 mmhg @ 2 C Not applicable. Not flammable under conditions use. Not Allocated 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Chemical Stability Conditions to Avoid Incompatible Materials Stable. Protect against temperatures > 60 C. Nucleophils, Reduction agents, Strong oxidising agents, Alkalis and Amines. Hazardous Reactions Corrosive action on metals. 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
CS: 1.6.13 Page: 4 Inhalation Ingestion Skin Eye Chronic Effects Inhalation mists and aerosols may produce respiratory irritation. Irritation the mucous membranes the nose and throat may occur. Moderately toxic. Ingestion can result in nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, and/or convulsions. Contact with skin will result in severe irritation. May cause sensitisation by skin contact. Corrosive effect depending on contact time. Corrosive to eyes. This product is a skin sensitizer. Repeated or prolonged exposure may cause allergic contact dermatitis. 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Environ. Protection Acute Aquatic LC0: (active ingredient) - (1) Bluegill - 0.6 ppm (2) R. Trout - 0.14 ppm (3) D. magna 0.13 ppm (4) Sheepshead minnow 0.3ppm Acute Avian LD0: (act. ingredient) - Bobwhite quail 8 mg/kg 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Waste Disposal Container Disposal When discarded, this material is a hazardous waste. Product must be disposed at a permitted facility in accordance with Local and State Regulations. Empty contaminated container thoroughly. They can be recycled after thorough and proper cleaning or rinse before landfill disposal. 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION U.N. Number Proper Shipping Name DG Class Hazchem Code Packaging Method Packing Group Storage and Transport EPG Number 326 CORROSIVE LIQUID, ACIDIC, ORGANIC, N.O.S. 8 2X 3.8.8 III Dangerous Goods Class 8. Packaging Group: III Must be stored and transported in accordance with State and Territory dangerous goods regulations. Observe the requirements the Australian Code for the transport dangerous goods by road and rail. 8A1
CS: 1.6.13 Page: IERG Number 37 1. REGULATORY INFORMATION Poisons Schedule Packaging & Labelling Hazard Category S6 As required by the ADG Code and the Standard for the Uniform Scheduling Drugs and Poisons. Corrosive 16. OTHER INFORMATION Contact Person/Point Normal Working Hours - Ph: (03) 93 1011 Fax: (03) 93 1387 Ask for the Facilities Manager, Sales Manager or Services Manager. After Hours - Ph : 1300 8 788 Further information/advice is available to those persons responsible for the design safe work practices on their written request to HydroChem. This MSDS summarises to the best our knowledge at the date issue, the health and safety hazard information the selected substance and how to safely handle the selected substance in the workplace. Each user should read this MSDS and consider the information in the context how the product will be handled and used in the workplace, including in conjunction with other products. Hydro-Chem Pty Ltd responsibility for the material as sold is subject to the terms and conditions sale, a copy which is available upon request. If clarification or further information is required, the user should contact Hydro-Chem Pty Ltd using the contact details provided....end Of MSDS... Copyright ACOHS Pty Ltd Copyright in the source code the HTML, PDF, XML, XFO and any other electronic files rendered by an Infosafe system for Infosafe MSDS displayed is the intellectual property Acohs Pty Ltd. Copyright in the layout, presentation and appearance each Infosafe MSDS displayed is the intellectual property Acohs Pty Ltd. The compilation MSDS's displayed is the intellectual property Acohs Pty Ltd. Copying any MSDS displayed is permitted for personal use only and otherwise is not permitted. In particular the MSDS's displayed cannot be copied for the purpose sale or licence or for inclusion as part a collection MSDS without the express written consent Acohs Pty Ltd.