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SAFETY DATA SHEET
Expel Decarbonising & Rejuvenating Powder
Revision Date 12th September 2012
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE / PREPARATION AND OF THE
COMPANY / UNDERTAKING
Product Name
Expel Decarbonising & Rejuvenating Powder
Synonyms, Trade Name
Expel Decarbonising & Rejuvenating Powder
Application
Dish Washing
Supplier
Prime Industries Limited,
Unit 2 Broughton Way,
Halebank Industrial Estate,
Widnes,
WA8 8YX.
PHONE 0151 423 0110
FAX 0151 423 0770
sales@primeindustries.co.uk
Emergency Contact Number
0151 423 0110
SDS No.
C2/508
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Irritant
Classification
Irritating to eyes & skin
3. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
NAME
EC No.
CAS-No.
Classification
Conc
Sodium Metasilicate pentahydrate
229-912-9
10213-79-3
C;R34,Xi; R37
>30%
Sodium carbonate
207-838-8
497-19-8
Xi;R36
15-30%
The Full Text For all R- Phrases Are Displayed in Section 16
4. FIRST-AID MEASURES
Inhalation
Ingestion
Skin Contact
Eye Contact
Move exposed person to fresh air. Rinse nose & mouth out with water. Keep warm and at rest. Seek medical
advice if discomfort persists.
Immediately rinse mouth with plenty of water (200-300ml). If discomfort continues seek medical attention.
Do not induce Vomiting.
Remove affected person from source of contamination Remove contaminated clothing. Wash affected area
with plenty of water and soap. Get medical attention if any discomfort continues
Make sure to remove any contact lenses from eyes before rinsing. Promptly wash eyes with plenty of water
while lifting the eye lids. Continue to rinse for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention if any discomfort
continues.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
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Extinguishing Media Use:
Appropriate for surrounding materials
Specific Hazard
In case of fire, toxic and corrosive gasses may be formed
Protective Measures in Fire
Self contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing must be worn in case of fire
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precautions
Observe normal standards of industrial hygiene for handling chemicals. Do not breathe dust. Avoid
contact with skin and eyes.
The material is designed for Domestic use and normal safe disposal to foul sewer. In the event of a
spillage of a large amount of product, entry to surface water drainage should be avoided. Major
spillage losses to surface drainage must be notified to the local waste authority.
Contain and collect spillage. Use vacuum cleaner where possible and transfer into suitable containers.
Dispose of in accordance with local waste authority. Avoid creation of dust.
Environmental Precautions
Spill Cleanup Methods
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Usage Precautions
Fire & Explosion
Storage Precautions
Avoid Spilling, skin and eye contact. Avoid breathing dust. Wash properly with soap and water.
No special measures.
Store in a cool dry area. Keep containers tightly closed. External damage to containers should be avoided. Seal
containers after use. Use in a well ventilated area. Do not store product in direct sunlight. Unsuitable
containers: aluminium.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
WEL – Workplace Exposure Limits
Protective Equipment
Engineering Controls
Provide adequate ventilation.
Respiratory Equipment
Respiratory protection may be required when excessive air contaminated occurs.
Hand Protection
Wear suitable gloves.
Eye Protection
Other Protection
Hygiene Measures
Wear safety goggles where eye exposure is reasonable probable.
Wear suitable protective clothing to prevent skin contact.
Do Not Smoke In Work Area! Wash at the end of each work shift and before eating, smoking and using
the toilet. Wash promptly if skin becomes contaminated. Promptly remove any clothing that becomes
contaminated. When using do not eat, drink or smoke.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance
Mixed fine and granular powders.
Colour
White powder
Odour
Low odour.
Solubility
Freely in water.
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability
Conditions To Avoid
A stable product under normal temperature conditions and recommended use.
Avoid excessive heat for prolonged periods of time.
Materials To Avoid
Hazardous Decomposition Products
Avoid strong oxidizing substances, strong acids.
Fire or high temperatures may form toxic and corrosive vapours.
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11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxic Dose 1-ld 50
LD 50(Oral Rat) 1280mg/kg
Inhalation
Dust can irritate the respiratory system and may cause coughing and difficulty breathing.
Ingestion
Gastrointestinal symptoms, including upset stomach,
Skin Contact
May cause skin irritation.
Eye Contact
Causes eye irritation. May cause eye damage.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity
Mobility
Bioaccumulation
Degradability
This product contains substance which is very toxic to aquatic organism and which may cause long term
adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
The product is soluble in water.
The product is not bio accumulating.
The product is biodegradable.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
General Information
Disposal Methods
Consumer products ending up down the drain after use. Observe safe handling precautions and local
legislation.
Arrange disposal as special waste by licensed disposal company, in consultation with local waste disposal
authority, in accordance with control of pollution Act 1974.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Not classified as “Hazardous for Transport”
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Labelling
Contains
Risk Phrases
Safety Phrases
Statutory Instruments
Approved Code Of Practice
Guidance Notes
Irritant
Sodium Metasilicate
Sodium carbonate
R36/38 – Irritating to eyes & skin
S2
Keep out of reach of children
S22
Do not breath dust
S26
In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek
medical advice
S51
Use only in well ventilated areas
Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging) Regulations
Safety data sheets for substances and preparations. Classification and labelling of substances and
preparations dangerous for supply
CHIP for everyone HSG(108)
16. OTHER INFORMATION
REV. No. / REPL. SDS
Generated
SDS No.
Safety Data Sheet Status
Approved.
Signature
Risk Phrases in Full
12th September 2012
C2/508
19th September 2011
R34 – Causes burns
R36/37 – Irritating to eyes and respiratory system
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R37 – Irritating to respiratory system
Notes
This information relates only to the specific material designed 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 date indicated. However,
no warranty, guarantee or representation is made as to its accuracy, reliability or completeness. It
is the user’s responsibility to satisfy himself as to the suitability of such information for his own
particular use.
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