Material Safety Data Sheet Not classified as Dangerous Goods by the criteria of Safe Work Australia, Non Hazardous substance IDENTIFICATION Issue Date: April 23 rd, 2015 Product Name: HY-CLOR SALT ACTIV ALGAECIDE Product Name Other Names Product Code & Sizes Recommended Uses Hy-Clor Salt Activ Algaecide Not applicable 2 LITRE The control of algae growth in swimming pools Company Name HY-CLOR AUSTRALIA PTY LTD Address 178 Power Street, Glendenning, NSW 2761 Tel / Fax Ph: (02) 8805 2400 Fax: (02) 8805 2401 Emergency Phone Number Business Hours Only (02) 8805 2400. After Hours 0404 859 515 24 Hour Emergency Contact If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre Australia 131 126 or New Zealand 0800 764 766 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Hazard statement Not classified as a dangerous good or hazardous substance according to the criteria set by WorkSafe Australia UN Number Dangerous Goods Class Subsidiary Risk Hazchem Code Pack Group EPG Poisons Schedule Page 1 of 5
Risk Phrases R22 Harmful if swallowed R43 May cause sensitization by skin contact Safety Phrases S24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes S36/39 Wear suitable protective clothing and eye/face protection S13 Keep away from food, drink and animal foodstuffs S20 When using, do not eat or drink COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Chemical Entity CAS No. Proportions (%) C12-C16 Alkyldimethyl Benzyl Ammonium Chloride 68624-85-1 10% Ethanol (SMS) 64-17-5 1.56% Methanol 67-56-1.04% Copper Sulphate Pentahydrate 7758-99-8 1.0% Water 7732-18-5 to 100% FIRST AID MEASURES Swallowed Rinse mouth. DO NOT induce vomiting. Give milk, gelatin solution or egg white if available and transport to hospital immediately. If vomiting occurs give more milk. NEVER give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Place in coma position and maintain aspiration. Eye Hold eyes open and flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention promptly. Skin Remove contaminated clothing including shoes, and wash contact areas with plenty of soap and water. If pain or redness persist seek medical attention. Inhaled If aspiration of liquid has occurred or is suspected, transport to hospital immediately. If breathing stops, give artificial respiration. First Aid Facilities Ensure an eye bath and safety shower are available and ready for use. Advice to Doctor Emesis or lavage in not recommended if it is believed the concentrated product has been swallowed. Treat patient symptomatically based on individual reactions of patient and judgement of doctor. Page 2 of 5
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD Hazchem code Extinguishing media Specific Hazards Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide or alcohol type foam extinguishers. None Specific protective equipment and precautions for Fire Fighting Fire fighter should wear full protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. Other Precautions If involved in a large fire, remove drums if possible. Alternatively hose drums with water to keep containers cool and avoid pressure and possible release of flammable alcohol vapour. If involved in a large fire, internal pressure may cause rupture of drums and release of alcohol vapour. SPILLS AND DISPOSAL Spills Clean up personnel should wear protective clothing including breathing protection. Major spills should be contained, absorbed on sand or earth and placed in sealed plastic or epoxy-lined drums for disposal. Minor spills and residue may be hosed down with excess water. Disposal Do not dump large quantities into biological treatment ponds. Laboratory data indicates that is quaternary ammonium compounds are discharged steadily at low concentrations. SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION Handling Use rubber or PVC gloves, apron, overalls, boots. Respiratory protection is not normally required. When airborne exposure limits and/or comfort levels may be exceeded use an SA approved respirator consistent with the airborne concentrations. When using organic chemical cartridges ensure that the cartridges are correct for the potential air contamination and are in good working order. Page 3 of 5
Storage Wash thoroughly after handling. Do no eat, drink or smoke whilst handling the product. Avoid unnecessary exposure. Rinse and launder contaminated clothing before reuse. Footwear contaminated internally should be discarded. Store in ambient shade temperature. If outside storage cannot be avoided, place in dry location, protected from hot sun and freezing conditions. PRECAUTIONS FOR USE Engineering Measures Personal protection Avoid accumulation of ethanol vapour in workspace. Good ventilation necessary, but take precautions against possible flash of vapour in exhaust duct, e.g. use flame and explosion proof electrical fittings. Use rubber or PVC gloves, apron, overalls, boots. Respiratory protection is not normally required. When airborne exposure limits and/or comfort levels may be exceeded use an SA approved respirator consistent with the airborne concentrations. When using organic chemical cartridges ensure that the cartridges are correct for the potential air contamination and are in good working order. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke whilst handling the product. Avoid unnecessary exposure. Rinse and launder contaminated clothing before reuse. Footwear contaminated internally should be discarded. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Appearance Formula Boiling Point Melting Point N/A Vapour Pressure 5mm Hg (1 atmosphere) Specific Gravity 1.0 (water=1) Flash Point Test Unknown 40 ph 7.0-7.5 (1% w/w soln.) Solubility in water sol. g/l (25 C) Flammability Limits Lower Explosion Limit Upper Explosion Limit Clear colourless liquid with a faint alcohol odour. (Blue dye may be added) Copper, Benzalkonium blend. >95 C (as percentage volume in air) N/A N/A Page 4 of 5
STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Chemical Stability Conditions to Avoid Incompatible Material Upper Explosion Limit This product is stable None None Not Available HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION Health Effects Swallowed Eye Skin Inhaled Chronic Effects Irritant may cause nausea and vomiting. May cause tissue damage to mouth and gullet. Ingestion of concentrated product or strong solutions could be harmful. Irritant. May cause discomfort and mild impairment of vision. Irritant. May be severe with sensitive individuals or after repeated contact. Prolonged or repeated exposure may lead to dermatitis. Not considered an inhalation hazard. Aspiration of liquid spray or mist liable to cause severe irritation and damage to respiratory tract. Inhalation of ethanol vapours in confined spaces may cause irritation of throat and respiratory passages. Repeated or prolonged contact may cause allergic contact dermatitis. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Avoid contaminating water ways Ecotoxicity No information available Persistence and Degradability No information available Mobility No information available DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Disposal Do not dump large quantities into biological treatment ponds. Laboratory data indicates that quaternary ammonium compounds are discharged steadily at low concentrations. Page 5 of 5
TRANSPORT INFORMATION Not classified as a dangerous good or hazardous substance according to the criteria set by Work Safe Australia UN Number Dangerous Goods Class Subsidiary Risk Hazchem Code Package Group EPG Poisons Schedule REGULATORY INFORMATION CONTACT POINT Contact Any advice, recommendation, information, assistance, or service provided by Hy-Clor Australia in relation to the goods supplied by it or their use or application is given in good faith and believed to be appropriate and reliable. However, it is provided with a disclaimer for any liability on the part of Hy-Clor Australia Pty Ltd. The customer accepts all risk and responsibility for use of the goods alone, or in combination with other products. All warranties, guarantees and conditions, other than those expressly stated, and whether implied by statute, common law, custom of the trade otherwise, are to the extent that the law permits expressly excluded. Mark Sheridan Technical Regulations Manager Telephone: Australia + 61 02 8805 2400 New Zealand + 64 9 973 2477 Page 6 of 5