1: PRODUCT AND MANUFACTURER IDENTIFICATION
Automatic Dishwasher Liquid (code MDL5)
Updated 03/11/2005
Sechelle Manufacturing Limited, Units 18-19 Uplands Business Park, Blackhorse Lane,
Walthamstow, London, E17 5QJ
Tel: 020 8503 3588 Fax: 020 8527 7254
2.COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Common Chemical Names
Sodium Hydroxide R35 Corrosive
Nitrilotriacetic Acid Trisodium salt R36/R38 Irritant
Chemical Family
CAS Name & Number
Sodium hydroxide 1310-73-2
Nitrilotriacetic Acid.Trisodium salt 5064-31-3
Ingredients contributing to
the hazard
Sodium hydroxide
Nitrilotriacetic Acid Trisodium salt
3.HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Most Important Hazard
Corrosive, Causes burns
Risk Phrases
R35 - Causes severe burns
Safety Phrases
S2 - Keep out of reach of children
S24/25 - Avoid contact with skin and eyes
S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with
plenty of water and seek medical attention.
S37/39 - Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection.
4.FIRST AID MEASURES
Eye Contact
Immediately flood with copious amounts of water holding the
eye open if necessary.
Obtain medical attention.
Skin Contact
Immediately wash with water, preferably under a shower,
removing contaminated clothing as washing proceeds.
Obtain medical attention if irritation persists or if blistering
occurs.
Contaminated clothing should be washed before re-use.
Inhalation
Remove from exposure. Keep warm and at rest. If there is
respiratory distress, give oxygen. If respiration stops or shows
signs of failing apply artificial respiration.
Obtain medical attention urgently.
Ingestion
Wash out mouth with water; give plenty of water or milk to
drink.
Obtain medical attention.
Do not induce vomiting.
Treatment may be needed for pain and shock.
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Note for Doctors
Harmful by ingestion, inhalation, skin and eye contact.
Local corrosive effects predominate.
No known systemic effects.
No specific antidotal treatment, symptomatic support required.
No known delayed effects after single exposure apart from
consequence of local tissue damage.
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5.FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Not combustible. Use media suitable for surrounding fire
conditions.
Extinguishing Media
Will not explode, solid residues formed by evaporation in a fire
is partially combustible and water, C02, foam and dry powder
may be used. Residues will emit toxic fumes (Nitrogen Oxides)
if burnt or thermally decomposed in a fire. Cool containers with
water spray if exposed to fire or heat.
Wear S.C.B.A. & protective clothing.
6.ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personnel Precautions
Wear full protective equipment.
See Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Environmental Precautions
If spillage contamination of water courses, drains or vegetation
inform relevant authorities.
7. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES CONT...
Methods for Cleaning Up
Large spillages - prevent product from reaching drains etc...
Contain spillage using earth or sand and pump into an
emergency tank. Dispose of, if necessary using licensed
waste disposal contractors. Wash down area with water.
Collect and treat all water used in the clean up.
8.HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling
Avoid contact of product liquid or mist with eyes or skin
Storage
Store in sealed container in a cool dry area.
Materials
Unsuitable
Suitable
Aluminium
Rubber (certain types)
Ceramic
Glass
Lined mild steel
PVC
PVC lined GRP
High Density Polythene
Titanium
PTFE and similar fluorinated
polymers
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9.EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Personal Protective
Equipment
Wear rubber or plastic gloves and goggles.
Occupational Exposure
Limits
Sodium Hydroxide OES 2mg/cu.m.LONG TERM,TWA.
Installation Control
10.PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance
Straw liquid
Specific Gravity
1.18
Odour
Mild
Molecular Weight
Not applicable
pH
13.5
Solubility
Completely soluble in water
Boiling Point °C
approx. 100°C
Melting Point °C
Not applicable
Vapour Pressure at °C
Similar to water at ambient temperatures
Flash Point
Not combustible
Flammability
Not applicable
Auto Flammability
Not applicable
11.STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability
Stable
Conditions to Avoid
See Handling and Storage
Materials to Avoid
Strong oxidising agents and strong acids.
Avoid contact with aluminium and zinc-may evolve hydrogen.
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12.TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Effect of Substance
- On Eyes
Contact with eyes may result severe burns with permanent
damage possible.
- On Skin
Cause Severe burns, even on short duration contact.
- By Skin Absorption
No systemic effects by any route of exposure.
- By Ingestion
Severe irritation and corrosion of the mouth, throat and
digestive tract. Large amounts may cause hypo-calcemic
tetany, with spontaneous recovery.
- When Inhaled (acute effect)
Much above the hygiene standards is likely to cause irritation
of the nose, throat and respiratory tract.
13.ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Sodium Hydroxide, due to its high chemical reactivity is likely to chemically degrade to a more
environmentally benign neutralised product.
Discharge of large quantities can cause long term effect for the aquatic environment. High pH
value is toxic to aquatic organisms.
14.DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Wear full protective clothing. See Exposure Controls/Personal
Protection
Spillages
See Accidental Release Measures
Dispose of solutions or materials contaminated with the
product using a licensed contractor in accordance with Waste
Disposal Regulations.
Waste
15.TRANSPORT INFORMATION
UN Number
1760, Class 8, corrosive substance.
ADR/RID Classification
8
IMO Classification
8, corrosive.
IATA Classification
8
HAZCHEM IDENT No
88.
TREMCARD Number
45/80G12
Normal Carriage Pressure
Atmospheric.
Normal Carriage Temperature
Ambient.
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16.OTHER INFORMATION
This information relates to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material
used in combination with any other materials or in any process. Such information is to the best of
the company’s knowledge and belief accurate and reliable as of the date indicated. However, no
warranty, guarantee or representation is made as to its accuracy, reliability or completeness. It is
the responsibility of the user to satisfy there self as to the suitability of such information for there
own particular use.
PRODUCT REFERENCE mdl052025
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