MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

Hazardous according to the criteria of NOHSC Australia.

Product Name: Wettasoil Hose On Deep Wetting Agent
Other Names: None.
Product Code: None
UN No: None allocated
Hazchem Code: None allocated
Dangerous Goods Class: None allocated
Sub Risk Class: None allocated
Packaging Group: None allocated
Poison Schedule: Not Scheduled
Chemical Family: Detergent Blend
Uses: A surfactant for soil wetting

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Physical Appearance & Properties

Appearance & Odour: Colourless liquid, mild odour
Melting/softening point: No specific data. Liquid at normal temperatures.
Boiling point and vapour pressure: Not determined
Volatile materials: No specific data. Expected to be low at 100°C.
Flashpoint:  >100^oC (DIN 51758)
Specific gravity: 1.04 (23^oC)
Solubility in water: Soluble
Corrosiveness: Not corrosive.
pH: approx 7 (at 50g/L, 23^oC)

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Ingredients

  This is a commercial product whose exact ratio of components may vary. Trace quantities of impurities are also likely.

Health Effects:

There are no known chronic effects associated with this material. The ingredients are not listed as carcinogenic in Worksafe’s document “Exposure Standards for Atmospheric Contaminants in the Occupational Environment” (May 1995).

Acute Effects:

Swallowed: Ingestion may result in gastric disturbances
Eye: Eye contact may result in slight irritation
Skin: Prolonged or repeated skin contact may result in slight irritation
Inhalation: Not expected to be an inhalation hazard at ambient temperatures

First Aid:

Ensure eye wash and safety shower are readily available
Swallowed: Rinse mouth and then drink plenty of water
Eyes: If this product comes into contact with eyes, hold open and wash with running water for at least 15 minutes. Ensure irrigation under eyelids by occasionally lifting them. Do not try to remove contact lenses unless trained
Skin: If product gets on skin, immediately remove contaminated clothing and wash skin with soap and water.
Advice to Doctor: Treat symptomatically. Note the nature of this product. No known specific antidote

Risk Phrases are: R36 Irritating to eyes

Exposure Standards:

A time weighted average (TWA) concentration for an 8-hour day, and 5-day week has not been established by Worksafe Australia for any of the major ingredients in this product. There is a blanket limit of 10mg/m³ for dusts or mists when limits have not otherwise been established. The nature of this product makes it unlikely that this level will be approached in normal use.

Engineering Controls:

Ensure workplace is well ventilated

Personal Protection:

Respiratory Protection: It is usually safe to not use a dust mask or respirator protection on account of this product. However, if the product is being used in dusty or confined conditions, use of a mask or respirator may be preferred. For help in selecting suitable equipment, consult AS/NZS 1715.
Protective Gloves: Impermeable protective gloves should be worn when you are using this product. Failure to do so will lead to irritation of the skin. For help in selecting suitable equipment, consult AS 2161.
Eye Protection: Protective eyewear should be worn when using this product. Eye contact may prove painful and should be avoided. Consult AS1336 and AS/NZS 1337 for advice on Industrial Eye Protection.
Clothing: This product is essentially safe to use without special protective clothing. However, its use is recommended as a good industrial practice. Clean overalls or protective clothing should be worn. Consult AS2919 for advice on Industrial Clothing.
Safety Boots: Wearing safety boots in industrial situations is advisory. Consult AS/NZS2210 for advice on Occupational Protective Footwear.
Always wash hands before smoking, eating or using the toilet. Wash contaminated clothing and other protective equipment before storing or re-using.

Storage & Transport

No special storage and transport requirements. Not classified as a dangerous good for storage and transport.This product has no UN classification. Not a Scheduled Poison. Containers should be kept tightly sealed in a dry place. This product is hygroscopic. Keep from extreme heat and open flames.

Spills & Leaks

Contain spills with absorbent material and dispose in accordance with local regulations. Pick up spills immediately as product renders floors slippery

Disposals

Must be incinerated or disposed to approved landfill in accordance with local regulations. Do not discharge product to water courses without pre-treatment (biological treatment plant).
Contaminated packs that cannot be cleaned should be disposed of in the same manner as the contents. Uncontaminated packs can be reused.
In the event of a major spill, prevent spillage from entering drains or watercourses. Wear full protective clothing including face mask, face shield and gauntlets. All skin areas should be covered. Thoroughly launder protective clothing before storage or re-use. See above under Personal Protection regarding Australian Standards relating to personal protective equipment. Stop leak if safe to do so, and contain spill. Absorb onto sand, vermiculite or other suitable absorbent material. Sweep up and shovel or collect recoverable product into labelled containers for recycling or salvage. Can be slippery on floors, especially when wet. Recycle containers wherever possible. After spills, wash area preventing runoff from entering drains. If a significant quantity of material enters drains, advise emergency services. This material may be suitable for approved landfill. Dispose of only in accord with all regulations. Advise laundry of nature of contamination when sending contaminated clothing to laundry.

Fire & Explosion Hazard

There are no known unusual fire or explosion hazards
Flashpoint: Not flammable.
Flammability limits: Not applicable. This product is not flammable.
Extinguishing Media: carbon dioxide, dry chemical, foam, and water spray
Special Fire Fighting procedures: When fighting fires involving significant quantities of this product, wear safety boots, non-flammable overalls, gloves, hat, goggles, and respirator. All skin areas should be covered.
Stability: This product is unlikely to spontaneously decompose.
Polymerisation: This product is unlikely to spontaneously polymerise.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: None provided product is correctly processed

This MSDS is prepared in accord with the Worksafe Australia document “National Code of Practice for the Preparation of Material Safety Data Sheets”, 1994.                                        File Code: Wettasoil Hose on.doc

THIS MSDS SUMMARISES OUR BEST KNOWLEDGE OF THE HEALTH AND SAFETY HAZARD INFORMATION OF THE PRODUCT AND HOW TO SAFELY HANDLE AND USE THE PRODUCT IN THE WORKPLACE. EACH USER SHOULD READ THIS MSDS AND CONSIDER THE INFORMATION IN THE CONTEXT OF HOW THE PRODUCT WILL BE HANDLED AND USED IN THE WORKPLACE INCLUDING IN CONJUNCTION WITH OTHER PRODUCTS. IF CLARIFICATION OR FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED TO ENSURE THAT AN APPROPRIATE RISK ASSESSMENT CAN BE MADE, THE USER SHOULD CONTACT THIS COMPANY. THE RESPONSIBILITY FOR PRODUCTS SOLD IS SUBJECT TO OUR STANDARD TERMS AND CONDITIONS, A COPY OF WHICH IS SENT TO OUR CUSTOMERS AND IS ALSO AVAILABLE ON REQUEST.

Please read all labels carefully before using product.

This MSDS prepared by Kilford & Kilford Pty Ltd July 2004  
Revised July 2007
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