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SAFTEY DATA SHEET
Expel Miracle Heavy Duty Degreaser
Revision Date 9th October 2012
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE / PREPARATION AND OF THE
COMPANY / UNDERTAKING
Product Name
Expel Miracle Heavy Duty Degreaser
Synonyms, Trade Name
Expel Miracle Heavy Duty Degreaser
Application
Degreaser
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.
C2/428
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Irritant
Classification
R36/38 irritating to eyes and skin
3. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
NAME
EC No.
CAS-No.
Classification
Conc.
Sodium Hydroxide
215-185-5
1310-73-2
C; R35
5-15%
68439-46-3
Xn; R22, Xi; R41
<5%
C9-11 alcohol ethoxylate 6-8 moles EO
Tetrasodium EDTA
200-573-9
64-02-8
Xn;R22, Xi; R41
<5%
Sodium Metasillicate Pentahydrate
229-912-9
10213-79-3
C; R34, Xi; R37
<5%
The Full Text For all R- Phrases Are Displayed in Section 16
4. FIRST-AID MEASURES
Eye Contact
Skin Contact
Ingestion
Inhalation
Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for several minuets
Rinse affected area with water. If needed apply a cold compress to relieve irritation. If symptoms persist,
discontinue use of product and seek medical advice
Drink a glass of water to dilute product. Do not induce vomiting. Act immediately in order to prevent
irritation to mouth, throat and stomach mucosa
If symptoms persist, if persisting vomiting occurs or if blood tinged vomitus is present, seek medical advice.
Go into open air and ventilate suspected area. If irritation is experienced, mouth and throat may be rinsed
with water. If irritation or asthma-like symptoms persists, seek medical advice
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5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing Media Use:
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards
Not flammable. Use media to suit surrounding materials
None
Specific Hazard
None
Protective Measures in Fire
Self contained breathing apparatus and ful protective clothing must be worn in case of fire
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precautions
Environmental Precautions
Spill Cleanup Methods
Observe normal standards of industrial hygiene for handling chemicals. Avoid contact with skin and
eyes
The material is designed for normal safe disposal to foul sewer. In the event of a spillage of a large
amount of liquid, entry to surface water drainage should be avoided. Major spillage losses to surface
drainage must be notified to the local waste authority
Absorb with inert, absorbent material. Sweep up. Transfer to suitable labelled containers for disposal.
Clean spillage area with thoroughly with plenty of water.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Usage Precautions
Fire & Explosion
Storage Precautions
Avoid contact with eyes & skin. Adopt best Manual Handling consideration when handling, carrying
and dispensing. Wash properly with soap and water
No special measures
Store in a cool dry area. External damage to containers should be avoided. Seal containers after use.
Do not store product in direct sunlight.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Protective Equipment
Respiratory Equipment
If ventilation is insufficient, suitable respiratory protection must be provided
Hand Protection
Use protective gloves
Eye Protection
Other Protection
Engineering Measures
Hygiene Measures
Approved glasses / goggles
Overalls, wear rubber footwear
Ensure well ventilated working area
Wash at the end of each work shift and before eating, smoking and using the toilet. Remove
contaminated clothing and wash the skin thoroughly with soap and water after work. Eating,
smoking and water fountains prohibited in immediate work area.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance
Liquid
Colour
Yellow / Clear
Odour
Low odour
Solubility
Soluble in water
pH value (con)
13
Boiling point
100°C
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability
Conditions to Avoid
A stable product under normal conditions
Anionic Surfactants
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Materials to Avoid
Hazardous Decomposition Products
Acids, Oxidizing agents
Burning can produce carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxic Dose 2-ld 50
770mg/kg (oral-mouse)
Ingestion
May cause irritation of the mucous membrane
Inhalation
Vapours may irritate throat and respiratory system and cause coughing
Skin Contact
Prolonged skin contact may cause localised irritation
Eye Contact
Moderate irritation
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Mobility
Biodegradability
Eco toxicity
Mobile liquid
The product is intended for wide dispersive use and is compatible with the down-the-drain route. The product
is not considered harmful to aquatic organisms nor to cause long-term adverse effects in the environment.
The surfactants contained within this preparation comply with the biodegradability criteria as laid down in
regulation EC/648/2004 on detergents
None toxic but should be prevented from entering surface water drains and water ways
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
General Information
Consumer products ending up down the drain after use. Observe safe handling precautions and local
legislation
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Not subject to ADR / IATA / IMDG Codes
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Labelling
Contains
Risk Phrases
Safety Phrases
Statutory Instruments
Approved Code of Practice
Guidance Notes
Chemical safety Assessment
Irritant
Sodium Hydroxide
R36/38 – Irritating to eyes and skin
S2 – Keep out of reach of Children
S24/25 – Avoid contact with eyes & skin
S26 – In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice
S36/37/39 – Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
S45 – In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show label whenever
possible).
Chemicals (Hazard information and packaging) regulations
Safety data sheets of substances and preparations. Classification and labelling of substances and
preparations dangerous to supply
CHIP for everyone HSG (108). Workplace Exposure Limits EH40
A chemical safety assessment has to be carried out
16. OTHER INFORMATION
REV. No. / REPL. SDS
Generated
SDS No.
Safety Data Sheet Status
7th September 2011
C2/428
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Approved.
Signature
Risk Phrases in Full
Safety Phrases
Notes
Usage
22nd May 2012
R22 – Harmful if swallowed
R34 – Causes Burns
R35 – Causes severe burns
R37 – Irritating to respiratory system
R41 – Risk of serious damage to eyes
S2 – Keep out of reach of Children
S24/25 – Avoid contact with eyes & skin
S26 – In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice
S36/37/39 – Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
S45 – In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show label
whenever possible).
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.
Concentrate for use with trigger spray dilute 1:30 with fresh clean water, spray on to surface and
wipe with a soft clean cloth. For use on floors dilute 1:15 with clean warm water.
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