Aquatrols Aqueduct - MSDS - 19-04-2012 - Globe Australia

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA
SHEET
Aquatrols Aqueduct
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE AND THE COMPANY
Distributor: Globe Australia Pty Ltd
ABN: 75 001 429 714
Street Address: 87 Allingham Street, Condell Park, NSW, 2200
Telephone: (02) 8713 5555
Facsimile: (02) 9791-6501
Emergency telephone number: National Poisons Information Centre: Dial Australia 13 11 26.
Chemical Name or Synonym: Non-ionic surfactant blend, for use as a soil surfactant
C.A.S. Number: Mixture – no single CAS number available
For Product Information: www.aquatrols.com
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical Entity CAS NO. Proportion
Blend of Non-ionic Polyols Proprietary 50%
1,2-Propanediol 57-55-6 5%
Water 7732-18-5 45%
3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
Not a hazardous substance by the criteria of ASCC.
Not a dangerous good for transport by road or rail (ADG6).
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
General Advice: Remove contaminated clothing.
Eye Contact: DO NOT RUB EYES. Wash affected eyes for at least 15 minutes under running water
with eyelids held open.
Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and water.
If Swallowed: Rinse mouth and then drink plenty of water.
Inhalation: If difficulties occur after vapour/aerosol has been inhaled, remove to fresh air and seek
medical attention.
Notes to Physician: Treat according to symptoms (decontamination, vital functions), no known
specific antidote.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flash Point: > 93°CM Method Used: Cleveland Open Cup
Flammability Limits (vol/vol%): Lower: Not established Upper: Not established
Extinguishing Media: Use water fog, foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide extinguishing media.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Firefighters should be equipped with self-contained breathing
apparatus and turn out gear.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: There are no known unusual fire or explosion hazards.
Hazardous Decomposition Materials (Under Fire Conditions): None known.
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Product: Aquatrols Aqueduct 1/3
Issued: 19 April 2012

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Evacuation Procedures and Safety: Wear appropriate respiratory protection and protective gear for
the situation and provide adequate ventilation during clean up. See Personal Protection information in
Section 8.
Containment of Spill: Follow procedures described below.
Cleanup and Disposal of Spill: Absorb with an inert absorbent. Sweep up and place in an
appropriate closed container (see Section 7: Handling and Storage). Clean up residual material by
washing area with water. Collect washings for disposal.
Environmental and Regulatory Reporting: Do not flush to drain.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
No special storage and transport requirements. This product has no UN classification. Not a
Scheduled Poison. Containers should be kept closed in order to minimise contamination. Keep from
extreme heat and open flames, and make sure that the product does not come into contact with
substances listed under "Materials to avoid".
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Guidelines: No exposure limits were found for this product or any of its ingredients.
Engineering Controls: When potential for exposure exists, provide adequate general area
dilution/exhaust ventilation.
Personal Protection: Avoid contact with eyes and skin. DO NOT inhale spray mist. When preparing
spray wear PVC or rubber apron, elbow length PVC gloves and face shield. When using the prepared
spray wear face shield. If product on skin, immediately wash area with soap and water. After use and
before eating, drinking and smoking, wash hands, arms and face thoroughly with soap and water.
After each day’s use, wash gloves, face-shield and contaminated clothing.
Work Practice Controls: Personal hygiene is an important work practice exposure control measure
and the following general measures should be taken when working with or handling this material.
1. Do not store, use, and/or consume food, beverages, tobacco products, or cosmetics in area
where this material is stored.
2. Wash hands and face carefully before eating, drinking, using tobacco, applying cosmetics, or
using the toilet.
3. Wash exposed skin promptly to remove accidental splashes of contact with this material.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical and Chemical properties here represent typical properties of this product.
Physical Appearance: Clear liquid
Odour: Mild polyol
pH (5%): 4.0-6.0
Specific Gravity: 1.03 – 1.05 g/mL @ 25 o C
Water Solubility: Soluble
Freezing Point Range: Not established
Vapor Pressure: Not established
Vapor Density: (Air = 1) >1
Percent Volatiles: Volume %: Not established Weight %: Not established
Viscosity: Not established
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability: This material is stable under normal handing and storage conditions
described in Section 7.
Conditions to be Avoided: Keep away from heat and flames.
Materials/Chemical to be Avoided: Strong oxidizing agents.
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Product: Aquatrols Aqueduct 2/3
Issued: 19 April, 2012

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
The following Hazardous Decomposition Products might be Expected: Oxides of carbon and
hydrogen.
Hazardous Polymerization will not occur.
Avoid the Following to Inhibit Hazardous Polymerization: No data available.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute Eye: Contact with eyes may result in temporary irritation.
Acute Skin: Prolonged or repeated skin contact may result in slight, temporary irritation.
Acute Inhalation: Inhalation of vapors or mists may result in respiratory irritation.
Acute Ingestion: Ingestion of large amounts will result in diarrhea and weakness. LD50 (rat)
10,200 mg/kg
Chronic Effects: There are no known chronic effects associated with this material.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity Information: No data available.
Environmental Fate Information: No data available.
Waste Disposal Method: See section 13.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
In the event of a major spill, prevent spillage from entering drains or water courses. Evacuate the spill
area and deny entry to unnecessary and unprotected personnel. 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. After spills, wash area preventing runoff from
entering drains. If a significant quantity of material enters drains, advise emergency services. Full
details regarding disposal of used containers, spillage and unused material may be found on the label.
If there is any conflict between this MSDS and the label, instructions on the label prevail. Dispose of
only in accord with all regulations. Advise laundry of nature of contamination when sending
contaminated clothing to laundry.
14. STORAGE & TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Road and Rail Transport- Marine Transport- Air Transport
Not classified as Dangerous Goods by the criteria of the Australian Dangerous Goods Code (ADG
Code) for transport by Road and Rail, transport by Sea or transport by Air.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Inventory Status: All ingredients are on the AICS inventory.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
All information contained in this document is as accurate as possible based on information submitted
by raw material suppliers. Globe Australia Pty Ltd will not be responsible for any damages that may
result from reliance on the information contained herein.
Contact: John Illingworth Mobile 0418 844 861
SST Australia Pty Ltd Phone 03 9720 6306
Unit 4 97 Bayfield Rd
East Bayswater VIC 3153
Please read all labels carefully before using product.
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Product: Aquatrols Aqueduct 3/3
Issued: 19 April, 2012