Page 1 of 5 Material Safety Data Sheet NEUTREX Infosafe No. 1APH9 Issue Date September 2007 Status ISSUED by APPLIED Classified as hazardous 1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE MATERIAL AND SUPPLIER Product Name NEUTREX Product Code 2620 Company Name APPLIED AUSTRALIA PTY LTD (ABN 96 082810973) Address 92 FAIRBANK ROAD CLAYTON SOUTH VIC 3169 Emergency Tel. 1800 638 556 Telephone/Fax Tel: +61 3 8542 5111 Number Fax: +61 3 8542 5188 Recommended Use Designed for the neutralising of residual alkalinity in industrial laundering. It can be dispensed using automatic dosing equipment for ease of handling. Other Names Name APPLIED 2620 NEUTREX LIQUID NEUTRALISER 2620 APPLIED 2620 2620 Product Code Other APPLIED CHEMICALS (NZ) LTD 5A Andrew Baxter Drive, Airport Oaks, Auckland Airport,2150, New Zealand Postal Address: P.O. Box 201185, Auckland Airport, 2150, New Zealand 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Hazard Classification HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, DANGEROUS GOODS. Risk Phrase(s) R36/38 Irritating to eyes and skin. Safety Phrase (s) S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes. S37/39 Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection.
Page 2 of 5 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Chemical Characterization Liquid Ingredients Name CAS Proportion Phosphoric acid 7664-38-2 10-25 % Dispersants 0-5 % Water 7732-18-5 BALANCE Dye not known Trace 4. FIRST AID MEASURES Inhalation Ingestion Skin Eye First Aid Facilities Advice to Doctor Not normal mode of entry. In the event of inhalation of mists or aerosols remove patient from area - avoid becoming a casualty. Apply artificial respiration if indicated. Rinse mouth thoroughly with water immediately. Give water to drink. DO NOT induce vomiting. Seek immediate medical assistance. Wash affected areas with copious quantities of water. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before re-use. Seek medical advice if effects persist. Immediately irrigate with copious quantity of water for at least 15 minutes. Eyelids to be held open. Seek immediate medical assistance. Use good occupational work practice. Treat symptomatically as for strong acids. 5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES Suitable Extinguishing Use water fog, foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide for surrounding fires as governed by Media adjacent materials. Specific Hazards Non combustible.. Hazchem Code 2R 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Spills & Evacuate unprotected personnel from danger area. Contain using sand and earth - prevent runoff into drains and waterways. Collect and seal in properly labelled drums for disposal. 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Page 3 of 5 National Exposure Standards Other Exposure Engineering Controls Personal Protective Equipment Name Phosphoric acid 3 1 STEL STEL TWA TWA (mgm3) (ppm) (mgm3) (ppm) FootNote TWA Limit: Time Weight Average concentration limit for an 8 hour working day, five days a week. STEL Limit: Short Term Exposure Limit, a 15 minute exposure limit which should not be exceeded at any time during the day. Avoid generation and inhalation of mists or aerosols. The following personal protective equipment should be worn. Overalls or similar protective apparel. Safety glasses,goggles or faceshield as appropriate. Plastic or rubber gloves. Splash apron. 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Form Appearance Liquid A clear, aqua green, non viscous liquid with no distinct odour. Melting Point <-10 C Boiling Point approx 100 C Specific Gravity 1.08 ± 0.01 at 20 C ph Value Neat 1.0 ± 0.2 1% soln 2.4 ± 0.5 Vapour Pressure 18 mm Hg at 20 C Flash Point Non flammable Flammability Non combustible. Non flammable. Flammable Limits - Lower Not Required 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Hazardous Reactions Reacts with metals to liberate combustible hydrogen. Will react violently with chlorinated chemicals to produce toxic chlorine gas. Do not mix with other chemicals. 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Inhalation Ingestion Skin Eye In case of mists or aerosols may be corrosive to mucous membranes and respiratory tract. Symptoms include: burning sensation, coughing, wheezing, laringytis, nausea and vomiting. May cause severe burns to the mouth,throat and stomach. Symptoms include: burning sensation, nausea and vomiting. Repeated or prolonged skin contact may lead to dermatitic effects. A severe eye irritant. May cause conjunctivitis, corneal burns and ulceration.
Page 4 of 5 Chronic Effects None known. 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Ecotoxicity This product is expected to be harmful to the environment in high concentrations due to its acidity. Avoid contamination of waterways. Persistence / Degradability Readily biodegradable. 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Waste Container Neutralise waste water with dilute alkali to a ph range of 6-10. Consult local trade waste regulations before discharging to sewer. Rinse out container with water and dispose in plastics recycling bin. 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION Transport Dangerous Goods of Class 8 Corrosives are incompatible in a placard load with any of the following: - Class 1, Class 4.3, Class 5, Class 6, if the Class 6 dangerous goods are cyanides and the Class 8 dangerous goods are alkalis and Class 7. U.N. Number 1805 Proper Shipping Name PHOSPHORIC ACID DG Class 8 Hazchem Code Packaging Method Packing Group Storage and Transport EPG Number 2R 3.8.8RT8 III Do not use aluminium or galvanized containers. 8A1 IERG Number 37 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION Regulatory Poisons Schedule Hazard Category Hazardous according to criteria of NOHSC Australia. Not Scheduled Irritant
Page 5 of 5 16. OTHER INFORMATION Contact Person/Point Australia: 24 HOUR EMERGENCY CONTACT (ACOHS Pty Ltd): 1 800 638 556 Poisons Centre (Australia): 13 11 26 New Zealand: 24 HOUR EMERGENCY CONTACT (ACOHS Pty Ltd): 0800 154 666 NZ National Poisons Centre (24 Hour): 0800 764 766 DISCLAIMER: This Material Safety Data Sheet summarises at the date of issue to the best of our knowledge, the health and safety hazards of the product and how to safely handle and use the product. As Applied Australia cannot anticipate or control the conditions under which the product is used, customers are encouraged, prior to usage, to assess and control the risks associated with their use of the product. This MSDS is valid for 5 years from date of issue. However, this version may be revoked and revised at any time, and users should contact Applied Australia to ensure they are in possession of the latest version. Literature References ASCC: Hazardous Substances System. Hazard Classification, Risk and Safety Phrases and Exposure Standards information. National Code of Practice for the Preparation of Material Safety Data Sheets, 2nd Edition [NOHSC:2011(2003)] Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances, 3rd Edition [NOHSC:1008(2004)] Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail. International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code. International Air Transport Association Dangerous Goods Regulations. User Codes User Title Label User Code Field 2 LH 08.04.97 Revisions Highlighted Five year review. Updated information layout to comply with NOHSC 16 header format requirements. Amended hazard category from corrosive to irritant. 180907 AMS End of MSDS (C) Copyright ACOHS Pty Ltd Copyright in the source code of the HTML, PDF, XML, XFO and any other electronic files rendered by an Infosafe system for Infosafe MSDS displayed on this site is the intellectual property of Acohs Pty Ltd. Copyright in the layout, presentation and appearance of each Infosafe MSDS displayed on this site is the intellectual property of Acohs Pty Ltd. The compilation of MSDS's displayed on this site is the intellectual property of Acohs Pty Ltd. Copying of any MSDS displayed on this site is permitted for personal use only and otherwise is not permitted. In particular the MSDS's displayed on this site cannot be copied for the purpose of sale or licence or for inclusion as part of a collection of MSDS without the express written consent of Acohs Pty Ltd.