SAFETY DATA SHEET - Arco

SAFETY DATA SHEETARCO HARD SURFACE CLEANER * Page 1Issued: 12/05/2010Revision No: 41. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE / PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY / UNDERTAKINGProduct name: ARCO HARD SURFACE CLEANER *Product code: 55459Synonyms: HARD SURFACE DEGREASERUse of substance / preparation: General purpose detergent cleaner for hard surfaces. Contains alkali and solvent to boost thecleaning power.Company name: ARCO LTDP.O. Box 21Waverley StreetHULLHU1 2SJTel: 01482 222522Fax: 01482 2185362. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATIONMain hazards:Other hazards:Irritating to eyes and skin.This substance does meet the criteria for classification as dangerous in accordance withDirective 1999/45/EC3. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTSHazardous ingredients: SODIUM HYDROXIDE 1-10%EINECS: 215-185-5 CAS: 1310-73-2[C] R35• NONIONIC SURFACTANT 081 * 1-10%CAS: 68439-45-2[Xn] R22; [Xi] R41Contains: Water softenerNonionic surfactantsAnionic low-foam surfactantSolvent4. FIRST AID MEASURES (SYMPTOMS)Skin contact:Eye contact:Ingestion:Inhalation:There may be irritation and redness at the site of contact.There may be irritation and redness.There may be shortness of breath due to congestion of the lungs. Nausea and stomach painmay occur. There may be vomiting. There may be loss of consciousness.Harmful fumes are not normally present.[cont...]

Issued: 12/05/2010SAFETY DATA SHEETARCO HARD SURFACE CLEANER * Page 24. FIRST AID MEASURES (ACTION)Skin contact:Eye contact:Ingestion:Inhalation:Remove all contaminated clothes and footwear immediately unless stuck to skin. Drench theaffected skin with running water for 10 minutes or longer if substance is still on skin. Transfer tohospital if there are burns or symptoms of poisoning.Bathe the eye with running water for 15 minutes. Transfer to hospital for specialist examination.Do not induce vomiting. If conscious, give half a litre of water to drink immediately. Ifunconscious, check for breathing and apply artificial respiration if necessary. If unconsciousand breathing is OK, place in the recovery position. Transfer to hospital as soon as possible.Move the exposed person to fresh air at once.5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURESExtinguishing media:Exposure hazards:Protection of fire-fighters:Suitable extinguishing media for the surrounding fire should be used. Use water spray to coolcontainers.In combustion emits toxic fumes.Wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Wear protective clothing to prevent contact with skinand eyes.6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURESPersonal precautions:Environmental precautions:Clean-up procedures:Refer to section 8 of SDS for personal protection details. Turn leaking containers leak-side upto prevent the escape of liquid.Contain the spillage using bunding.Wash the spillage site with large amounts of water.7. HANDLING AND STORAGEHandling requirements:Avoid direct contact with the substance.8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTIONRespiratory protection:Hand protection:Eye protection:Skin protection:Respiratory protection not required.Plastic or rubber gloves.Safety goggles.Protective clothing with elasticated cuffs and closed neck.9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIESState: LiquidColour: YellowOdour: Barely perceptible odourSolubility in water: Miscible in all proportionsViscosity: Non-viscousBoiling point/range°C: 102Relative density: 1.05[cont...]

Issued: 12/05/2010SAFETY DATA SHEETARCO HARD SURFACE CLEANER * Page 3pH:13 approx10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITYStability:Materials to avoid:Haz. decomp. products:Stable under normal conditions.Aluminium. Zinc.In combustion emits toxic fumes.11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATIONPersistence and degradability:Bioaccumulative potential:Other adverse effects:Biodegradable.No bioaccumulation potential.Harmful to fauna. Harmful to aquatic organisms.13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONSDisposal operations:Disposal of packaging:NB:Used material should be discharged to a foul water drainClean with water.The user's attention is drawn to the possible existence of regional or national regulationsregarding disposal.14. TRANSPORT INFORMATIONADR / RIDUN no:Not Classified.IMDG / IMOUN no:Not Classified.IATA / ICAOUN no:Not Classified.15. REGULATORY INFORMATIONHazard symbols:Irritant.Risk phrases: R36/38: Irritating to eyes and skin.Safety phrases: S26: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medicaladvice.Haz. ingredients (label): SODIUM HYDROXIDE; NONIONIC SURFACTANT 081Note: The regulatory information given above only indicates the principal regulations specificallyapplicable to the product described in the safety data sheet. The user's attention is drawn tothe possible existence of additional provisions which complete these regulations. Refer to allapplicable national, international and local regulations or provisions.[cont...]

Issued: 12/05/2010SAFETY DATA SHEETARCO HARD SURFACE CLEANER * Page 416. OTHER INFORMATIONOther information: This safety data sheet is prepared in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006.Risk phrases used in s.3:Legal disclaimer:R35: Causes severe burns.R22: Harmful if swallowed.R41: Risk of serious damage to eyes.The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shallbe used only as a guide. This company shall not be held liable for any damage resulting fromhandling or from contact with the above product.[final page]