Sanitizing Hand Gel

Product Name: Sanitizing Hand Gel

Recommended use: Sanitizing Hand Gel

Company Details: Envirochem International (NZ) ltd

Address: 41 Angle Street, Onehunga

Auckland. New Zealand

Telephone Number: +64 9 262 0800

Emergency Telephone Number: National Poison Information Centre 0800 764 766

Date of Preparation: 01/06/2017

HSNO Hazard Classification: 3.1B, 6.4A, 9.1D

Hazard Statement:

Highly flammable liquid and vapour.

Causes eye irritation.

Toxic to aquatic life.

Prevention Statements:

u2022 Read label before use.

u2022 Read Safety Data Sheet before use.

u2022 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces.

u2022 Keep container tightly closed.

u2022 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.

u2022 Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment.

u2022 Use only non-sparking tools.

u2022 Take precautionary measures against static discharge.

u2022 Wash hands thoroughly after handling.

u2022 Avoid release into environment.

u2022 Wear protective gloves and eye/face protection.

Response Statement:

u2022 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with

water/shower

u2022 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy

to do, continue rinsing.

u2022 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention.

u2022 In case of fire: Use foam or water mist (Small fires: carbon dioxide, dry chemical, sand) for extinction.

Ingredient CAS # Concentration %

Ethanol 67-17-5 >60

Ingredients deemed non-hazardous Balance

Ingestion:

Immediately rinse mouth with water. If swallowed do not induce vomiting. Give water to drink. Never give

anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Seek immediate medical aid immediately.

Eye Contact:

Immediately flush eyes with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes while holding eyelids open.

Transport to the nearest medical facility for additional treatment. Do not rub eyes or keep eyes closed

Skin Contact:

Remove contaminated clothing. Flush exposed area with water and follow by washing with soap if available.

Inhalation:

Remove the effected person out to a ventilated area. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is

difficult, give oxygen. Seek medical attention.

Extinguishing Media:

Use dry chemical powder, foam, polymer foam, and water spray or fog type extinguishers. Water may be

ineffective on fire. However, water spray may be used to extinguish fires and to absorb heat. Keep

containers cool and protect exposed material. If a leak or spill has not ignited, water spray may be used to

flush spills away from exposures.

Hazards from combustion products:

Under fire conditions this product may emit toxic and/or irritating fumes, smoke and gases including

carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.

Specific Hazards Arising from The Chemical

Highly flammable liquid and vapour. Vapour/air mixtures may ignite explosively. Flashback along the

vapour trail may occur. Runoff to sewer may create fire or explosion hazard.

Decomposition Temperature

Not Available

Precautions in Connection with Fire

Fire fighters should wear full protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)

operated in positive pressure mode. In case of fire the product may be violently or explosively

reactive. Use water spray to disperse vapours. This product should be prevented from entering

drains and watercourses.

Emergency Precautions:

Personnel involved in the clean up should wear full protective clothing. Extinguish or remove all sources of

ignition. Evacuate all unnecessary personnel. Increase ventilation. Avoid walking through spilled product as it

may slippery. Stop leak if safe to do so. Do not let product reach drain or waterways; advise the Environmental

Protection Authority or your local Waste Management. Use clean, non-sparking tools and equipment.

Methods and Materials for Containment and Clean Up:

Soak up spilled product using inert absorbent, non-combustible material such as sand or soil. Avoid using

sawdust or cellulose. When saturated, collect material into suitable, labelled, dry, sealable containers and

hold for safe disposal. Use clean non-sparking tools to collect the material and place in labelled containers.

Once pick-up is complete, flush spill site with plenty of water to eliminate any residue. Hold contaminated

water for treatment/disposal.

Precautions for Safe Handling:

Wear appropriate personal protective equipment and clothing to prevent exposure. Handle and use the

material in a well-ventilated area, away from sparks, flames and other ignition sources. Have emergency

equipment (for fires, spills, leaks, etc.) readily available. Work from suitable, labelled, fire resistant

containers. Open containers carefully as they may be under pressure. Keep containers tightly closed.

Flameproof equipment is necessary in areas where the product is being used. Take precautionary measure

against static discharges. Earth or bon all equipment. Do not empty into drains. Ensure a high level of

personal hygiene is maintained when using this product, that is, always wash hands before eating, drinking,

smoking or using toilet facilities. Avoid exposure. Do not handle until safety precautions have been read and

understood. It is recommended that pregnant or breastfeeding women should not handle this product unless

adequate exposure protection can be assured at all times. Female personnel planning pregnancy should be

made aware of the potential risks.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:

Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from sources of ignition, Oxidising agents, strong acids,

foodstuffs and clothing. Keep containers closed when not in use, securely sealed and protected against

physical damage. Inspect regularly for deficiencies such as damage or leaks. Have appropriate fire

extinguishers available in and near the storage area. Take precautions against static electricity charges. Use

proper grounding procedures. Ensure that storage conditions comply with applicable local and national

regulations.

For information on the design of the storeroom, reference should be made to Australian Standard AS1940 u2013

The storage and handling of flammable and combustible liquids. References should also be made to all

applicable local and national regulations.

Recommended Materials

For containers, or container lining use mild steel, stainless steel. For container paints, use epoxy paint,

zinc silicate paint.

Exposure Standards:

The Occupational Safety and Health Service, NZ Department of Labour have set no Tolerable Exposure Limit

(TEL) Workplace Exposure Standards (WES) for this substance.

For Ethanol: New Zealand WES (Ethanol) TWA= 1000 ppm

Engineering Controls:

The use of local exhaust ventilation (Flame Proof) is recommended to control process emissions near the

source. Laboratory samples should be handled in a fume hood. Provide mechanical ventilation of confined

spaces. Use explosion proof ventilation equipment

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:

Respiratory Protection:

Where concentration in air may exceed the limits described in the National Exposure Standards, it is

recommended to use a half face filter mask to protect from overexposure by inhalation. A type u201cAu201d filter

material is considered suitable for this product.

Eye Protection:

Always use safety glasses or a face shield when handling this product.

Skin/Body Protection:

Always wear long sleeves and long trousers or coveralls, enclosed footwear or safety boots and chemical

resistant gloves when manufacturing this product.

Appearance: Clear

Physical State: Gel Liquid

Odour: Alcohol Odour

pH: 6.0-8.0

Solubility: Soluble in Water

Boiling point: Not Available

Freezing Point: Not Available

Flash Point: 21 deg C, Flammable liquid

Specific Gravity 0.87

Density: 0.79 @ 20 deg C

Chemical Stability:

Stable under normal condition of storage and handling

Conditions to avoid:

Avoid heat, open flame and other sources of ignition. Do not allow vapour to accumulate in low confined

areas.

Incompatible Materials:

Strong oxidizing agents, peroxides, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides, alkali metals and ammonia.

Hazardous decomposition:

Decomposes on burning.

No adverse health effects expected if the product is handled in accordance with the safety data sheet.

Symptoms or effects that may arise if the product is mishandled and the overexposure occurs are:

Acute Effects

Ingestion:

Small amounts of liquid aspirated into lungs during ingestion, or from vomiting. Ingestion of large amounts of

this product will result in headaches, nausea, dizziness and tracheal burning.

Eye Contact:

Causes serious eye irritation. On eye contact this product will cause tearing, stinging, blurred vision and

redness.

Skin Contact:

This product is irritating to skin. Skin contact will cause redness, itching and swelling. Repeated exposure may

cause skin dryness ad cracking and may lead to dermatitis

Inhalation:

Irritating to respiratory tract. Exposure to high concentrations over an extended period of time may result

in muscle weakness, tingling in hands and feet, blurred vision, headaches, nausea, loss of appetite,

hallucinations and possible loss of consciousness.

Persistence and Degradation:

The material is biodegradable

Mobility:

No information available

Terrestrial Toxicity:

Slightly harmful to aquatic environment.

Environmental Protection:

Avoid contaminating waterways

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13. DISPOSAL COSIDERATIONS

Disposal Methods:

Dispose of waste according to applicable local and national regulations. Labels should not be removed from

containers until they have been cleaned. Advise flammable nature.

Empty packaging should be taken for recycling, recovery or disposal through a suitably qualified or licensed

contractor. Care should be taken to ensure compliance with national and local authorities. Packaging may still

contain fumes and vapours that are flammable and harmful.

Special precautions for landfill of incineration:

This product is not suitable for disposal by either landfill or via municipal sewers, drain, natural streams or

rivers. This product is ash less and can be burned directly in appropriate equipment.

Road and Rail Transport:

Classified as Dangerous Goods by the criteria of New Zealand Dangerous Goods Code for transport by road

and rail

Marine Transport:

Classified as Dangerous Goods by the criteria of international Maritime Dangerous Goods Code for transport

by sea.

Air Transport:

Classified as Dangerous Goods by the criteria of international Air Association Dangerous Goods Regulations

for transport by air

Shipping Name: ETHANOL

Hazard Class: 3

UN Number: UN 1170

Packing Group: II

Hazchem Code: 2(S)E

HSNO Approval No: HSR002528

Group Standard: Cleaning Products (Flammable) Group Standard 2006

HSNO Classification: 3.1B, 6.4A, 9.1D

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16. OTHER INFORMATION

New Zealand National Poison Information Centre: 0800 764 766

New Zealand Emergency Services: 111

Envirochem International (NZ) ltd : +64 9 262 0800

Every endeavour 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. Envirochem International (NZ) Limited 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 Local Councils regulations.