MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
RAIL DUST / INDUSTRIAL FALLOUT REMOVER
Date: May 2013
Classified as HAZARDOUS according to criteria of NOHSC
COMPANY DETAILS
Company Name:
Sierra (Aust) PTY LTD (ABN 51 101 066 022)
Address:
17 Delta St,
GEEBUNG QLD 4034
Australia
Tel:
Fax:
+61 (0)7 32165099
+61 (0)7 32165199
Email:
Web:
sierra@optusnet.com.au
www.sierrachem.com.au
Every endeavor has been made to ensure that the information contained in this publication is reliable and
offered in good faith. It is meant to describe the safety requirements of our products and should not be
construed as guaranteeing specific properties. Customers are encouraged to conduct their own tests as end
user suitability of the product for particular uses is beyond our control.
IDENTIFICATION
Product Name:
Other Names:
Manufacturer’s Product Code:
UN Number:
Dangerous Goods Class and Subsidiary Risk:
Hazchem Code:
Poisons Schedule No.:
Use:
Rail Dust Remover
Fall out Remover
9301
None allocated
None allocated
None allocated
6
Cleaning product for the removal of fallout
Physical Description/Properties:
Appearance:
Boiling Point:
Melting Point:
Vapour Pressure:
Specific Gravity:
Flashpoint:
Flammability Limits:
Solubility in Water:
White Crystalline Powder
165 deg C
101 deg C
<0.001mmHg (20 deg C)
1.65
Not available
Not available
102g/L (20 deg C)
Other Properties:
None Available
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Product: Rail Dust / Industrial Fallout Remover
Ingredients:
Chemical Name
CAS Number:
Proportion:
Oxalic Acid
Nonionic Surfactant
6153-56-6
>80%
<10
HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
Health Effects:
Acute
Swallowed:
Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation of mucous membranes in the
mouth, pharynx, oesophagus and gastrointestinal tract. May cause rapid
absorption. After absorption may cause agitation, spasm, nausea, vomiting,
cardiovascular failure, collapse and disturbed electrolyte balance
Eye:
Irritating to eyes. Has caustic effects, tissue damage.
Skin:
Irritating to skin. Has caustic effects, tissue damage.
Inhaled:
Harmful if inhaled. Causes irritation of the mucous membranes, coughing
and dyspnoea.
Chronic
May cause kidney damage
First Aid
Advice
For advise, contact a Poisons Information Centre (Phone eg. Australia 13 11
26; New Zealand 03 4747 000 [Not after May 2005] or 0800 764 766 or a
doctor at once).
Swallowed
If swallowed, Do NOT Induce Vomiting. Rinse mouth with water. Give
plenty of water to drink. Seek medical assistance.
Eyes
If in eyes, hold eyelids apart and flush the eye continuously with running
water. Continue flushing until advised to stop by the Poisons Information
Centre or a doctor, or for at least 15 minutes.
Skin
If skin contact occurs, immediately remove contaminated clothing. Flush skin
under water for 15 minutes. Seek medical assistance.
Inhaled:
Remove victim from exposure to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give
oxygen. Seek medical advice.
Safety Points
Avoid contact with eyes
Wear eye protection when mixing or using.
Avoid contact with skin
Wear protective gloves when mixing or using
Avoid breathing dust (or) vapour (0r) spray mist.
Obtain a supply of calcium gluconate gel
Wash gloves thoroughly, immediately after use.
17 Delta St,
Geebung Qld 4034
Australia
Telephone: +61-(0)7-32165099
Fax: +61-(0)7-32165199
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Email: sierra@optusnet.com.au
Product: Rail Dust / Industrial Fallout Remover
Advice to Doctor:
If victim is conscious, give immediately by mouth, a fine suspension in water
of a non toxic calcium compound such as calcium lactate, chalk, plaster or
milk. Large amounts of calcium are required to inactivate oxalate by
precipitating it as the insoluble calcium oxalate salt.
Aggravated Medical Conditions caused by exposure
Long term exposure to oxalic acid solutions, by ingestion, skin absorption
and inhalation is linked to stone formation in the kidney and urinary tract.
Painful abdominal spasms during the passing of the stone and painful and
difficult urination may occur. Secondary products cause damage to kidneys.
PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
Exposure Standards:
TLV-TWA = 1 mg/m3 TLV-STEL = 2 mg/m3.
Engineering Controls:
Provide adequate local exhaust ventilation to maintain exposure levels
below standards.
Personal Protection:
Avoid contact with skin. Avoid breathing dust. Wear full protective clothing
including breathing apparatus/dust mask and protective gloves. Wear
adequate clothing to minimise exposure. Wash thoroughly before eating,
drinking or using the toilet facilities. Apply protective barrier cream on skin.
Hands/Feet - Wear protective gloves, e.g. PVC
Other - Overalls. Barrier Cream. Eyewash unit.
Flammability:
Combustible solid.
SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
Storage and Transport:
Transport or store in a cool, dry area away from direct heat. Keep container
closed tightly when not in use. Avoid contact with alkalis, ammonia, salts of
oxyhalogenic acids, oxidising agents, metals and water/heat.
Risk Phrases
R21/22 Harmful in contact with skin and if swallowed
R36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin
Safety Phrases
S2 Keep out of the reach of children
S24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes
S22 Do not breathe dust
Spills and Disposal:
Avoid raising dust. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do not inhale dusts.
Take up dry. Forward for disposal. Clean up affected area. NO NOT wash
untreated material down the drain or sewer.
Disposal – There are no uniform Regulations for the disposal of chemicals or
residues. Chemical residues generally count as special waste. The disposal
of the latter is regulated through corresponding laws and regulations. We
recommend that you contact either the authorites in charge or approved
waste disposal companies which will advise you on how to dispose of
special waste. Disposal Recycle wherever possible or consult manufacturer
for recycling options.
Consult State Land Waste Management Authority for disposal.
Treat and neutralise with dilute acid at an effluent treatment plant.
Recycle containers, otherwise dispose of in an authorised landfill.
17 Delta St,
Geebung Qld 4034
Australia
Telephone: +61-(0)7-32165099
Fax: +61-(0)7-32165199
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Email: sierra@optusnet.com.au
Product: Rail Dust / Industrial Fallout Remover
Fire/Explosion Hazard:
Combustible solid. Product may emit hazardous gases or vapours in the
event of a fire. Avoid contact with alkalis, ammonia, salts of oxyhalogenic
acids, oxidising agents, metals and water/heat.
Extinguishing Media – Use powder, foam, water spray or carbon dioxide. Do
not stay in dangerous zone without self-contained breathing apparatus.
Prevent fire-fighting water from entering surface water or ground water.
OTHER INFORMATION
None Available
CONTACT POINT
ORGANISATION
Poisons Information Centre – Australia Wide
Sierra Aust Pty Ltd
Fire Brigade
Police
TELEPHONE
131126
+61-(0)7-32165099
000
000
ASK FOR
Glyn McDonald
Fire Brigade
Police
Every endeavor has been made to ensure that the information contained in this publication is reliable and
offered in good faith. It is meant to describe the safety requirements of our products and should not be
construed as guaranteeing specific properties. Customers are encouraged to conduct their own tests as end
user suitability of the product for particular uses is beyond our control. The information is not intended as an
inducement to bargain and no warranty expressed or implied is made as to its accuracy, reliability or
completeness. Sierra (Aust) Pty Ltd accepts no liability for loss, injury or damage arising from reliance upon
the information contained in this data sheet except in conjunction with the proper use of the product to which
it refers. Due care should be taken that the use and disposal of this product is in compliance with appropriate
Federal, State and Local Government regulations.
17 Delta St,
Geebung Qld 4034
Australia
Telephone: +61-(0)7-32165099
Fax: +61-(0)7-32165199
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Email: sierra@optusnet.com.au