DeContam®
SAFETY DATA SHEET
1 PRODUCT AND SUPPLIER IDENTIFICATION
Product Name: DeContam®
Supplier: ESPI Metals
1050 Benson Way
Ashland, OR 97520
Telephone: 800-638-2581
Fax: 541-488-8313
Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Emergency: Infotrac 800-535-5053 (US) or 352-323-3500 (24 hour)
Recommended Uses: Laboratory cleaning
2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
GHS Classification (29 CFR 1910.1200): Not classified as hazardous
GHS Label Elements:
Signal Word: N/A
Hazard Statements: N/A
Precautionary Statements: N/A
3 COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredient: CAS#: %: EC#:
Sodium Hydroxide 1310-73-2 <0.5 215-185-5
This product is a mixture and is not identified as hazardous as defined by EC 1272/2008 or 29 CFR 1910.1200.
Note: In the concentrated form in which this product is sold it contains <1% of sodium hydroxide. This product is meant to be diluted with water before use but may also be used at full concentration.
4 FIRST AID MEASURES
General Measures: Remove patient from area of exposure.
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air, keep warm and quiet, give oxygen if breathing is difficult. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
INGESTION: Rinse mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention immediately. Never induce vomiting or give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing, brush material off skin, wash affected area with soap and water. Seek medical attention if symptoms develop or persist.
EYES: Flush eyes with lukewarm water, including under upper and lower eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if symptoms develop or persist.
Most Important Symptoms/Effects, Acute and Delayed: May cause irritation. See section 11 for more information.
Indication of Immediate Medical Attention and Special Treatment: No other information available.
5 FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing Media: Use suitable extinguishing agent for surrounding materials and type of fire.
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: No information available.
Specific Hazards Arising from the Material: None expected. The product is not flammable.
Special Protective Equipment and Precautions for Firefighters: Full face, self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing when necessary.
6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precautions, Protective Equipment, and Emergency Procedures: Wear appropriate respiratory and protective equipment specified in section 8. Isolate spill area and provide ventilation.
Methods and Materials for Containment and Cleaning Up: For small liquid spills, flush area with flooding amounts of water. For larger spills, dike far ahead of spill for later disposal. Use neutralizing agents.
Environmental Precautions: Do not allow to enter drains or to be released to the environment.
7 HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for Safe Handling: Personnel should avoid breathing vapors and/or mists and getting product in the eyes or on the skin. See section 8 for information on personal protection equipment.
Conditions for Safe Storage, Including Any Incompatibilities: Store in a sealed container. Store in a cool, dry area. Keep container closed when not in use. Protect containers from physical damage. Avoid storing in direct sunlight, high temperatures or below freezing areas. See section 10 for more information on incompatible materials.
8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Limits: OSHA/PEL: ACGIH/TLV:
Sodium Hydroxide 2 mg/m3 2 mg/m3 (ceiling)
Appropriate Engineering Controls: Whenever possible the use of local exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls is the preferred method of controlling exposure to airborne vapors or fumes to meet established occupational exposure limits. Use good housekeeping and sanitation practices. Do not use tobacco or food in work area. Wash thoroughly before eating or smoking.
Individual Protection Measures, Such as Personal Protective Equipment:
Respiratory Protection: If permissible levels are exceeded, use NIOSH approved respirator.
Eye Protection: Safety glasses
Skin Protection: Wear impermeable gloves, protective work clothing as necessary.
9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance:
Form: Liquid
Color: Colorless
Odor: Mild odor
Odor Threshold: Not determined
pH: 10-11.5
Melting Point: N/A
Boiling Point: >100 oC
Flash Point: No data
Evaporation Rate: >1
Flammability: N/A
Upper Flammable Limit: N/A
Lower Flammable Limit: N/A
Vapor Pressure: No data
Vapor Density: >1
Relative Density (Specific Gravity): 1.076 g/cc
Solubility in H2O: Soluble
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not determined
Autoignition Temperature: N/A
Decomposition Temperature: No data
Viscosity: No data
10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity: No specific test data available.
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: No data
Conditions to Avoid: No data
Incompatible Materials: No data
Hazardous Decomposition Products: None expected
11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Likely Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin, eyes.
Symptoms of Exposure: May cause irritation.
Acute and Chronic Effects: Inhalation may cause mild irritation to the nose, throat and respiratory tract. Swallowing may cause abdominal discomfort, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May cause minor irritation to skin with itching and possible slight local redness. Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause defatting and drying of the skin. May be irritating to eyes.
Acute Toxicity: No data
Carcinogenicity: No components of this product have been identified by NTP or IARC as carcinogenic.
12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity: No data
Persistence and Degradability: No data
Bioaccumulative Potential: No data
Mobility in Soil: No data
Other Adverse Effects: Do not allow material to be released to the environment. No further relevant information available.
13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste Disposal Method:
Product: Dispose of in accordance with Federal, State and Local regulations.
Packaging: Dispose of in accordance with Federal, State and Local regulations.
14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Shipping Regulations: Not regulated
UN Number: N/A
UN Proper Shipping Name: N/A
Transport Hazard Class: N/A
Packing Group: N/A
Marine Pollutant: No
15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
TSCA Listed: No
DSL Listed: No
Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 (CLP): N/A
WHMIS 2015 Classification: N/A
HMIS Ratings: Health: 1 Flammability: 0 Physical: 0
NFPA Ratings: Health: 1 Flammability: 0 Instability: 0
Chemical Safety Assessment: A chemical safety assessment has not been carried out.
16 OTHER INFORMATION
The information contained in this document is based on the state of our knowledge at the time of publication and is believed to be correct, but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. ESPI Metals makes no representation, warranty, or guarantee of any kind with respect to the information contained in this document or any use of the product based on this information. ESPI Metals shall not be held liable for any damages resulting from handling or from contact with the above product. Users should satisfy themselves that they have all current data relevant to their particular use.
Prepared by: ESPI Metals
Revised/Reviewed: February 2017
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