RoClean L211

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: This product is a clear, colorless to amber colored, corrosive solution with a light, disinfectant odor. Depending on the duration of contact, over-exposures can severely irritate the skin or eyes and respiratory system, or cause burns. This product is neither reactive nor flammable. Thermal decomposition of this product produces irritating vapors and toxic gases (e.g. carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, oxides of nitrogen and sodium). Emergency responders must wear personal protective equipment (and have appropriate fire-extinguishing protection) suitable for the situation to which they are responding. INHALATION: If the vapors, mists or sprays of this solution are inhaled, symptoms of exposure may include breathing difficulty, irritation of the mucus membranes, coughing, nasal congestion, and a sore throat. Inhalation of high concentrations of this product may produce central nervous system depression, with symptoms such as lethargy, drowsiness, staggering and sleepiness. Chronic inhalation exposures to Monoethanolamine (a component of this product) may produce liver, kidney and pulmonary damage. Severe inhalation over-exposures of this product can lead to chemical pneumonitis, pulmonary edema, and death. CONTACT WITH SKIN or EYES: Depending on the duration of skin contact, skin overexposures may cause reddening, discomfort, severe irritation or chemical burns. Monoethanolamine, a component of this product, may cause sensitization upon prolonged or repeated exposure in susceptible individuals. Subsequent exposure to small amounts of the product may result in an allergic-type reaction. Repeated skin overexposures to this product may cause dermatitis (dry, red skin). Direct eye contact with the liquid can cause stinging, tearing and redness. Severe eye overexposures may cause burns, pain, reddening, watering, and possibly, blindness. Exposure to relatively low concentrations of mist and vapors of Monoethanolamine (a component of this product) may cause a visual disturbance known as “blue haze” or “halo vision”. Several hours after exposure, vision becomes foggy or blurred, objects may appear bluish and there may be halos around lights. Affected persons may experience no eye discomfort or pain. The effect normally clears up within a day and causes no permanent injury. SKIN ABSORPTION: Monoethanolamine, a component of this product may be absorbed through the skin, effects similar to those described for inhalation or ingestion would be anticipated. DRINKING WATER TREATMENT ADDITIVES CLASSIFIED BY NATIONAL SANTATION FOUNDATION. TO ANSI/NSF 60 ON SEPTEMBER, 2004 AS STANDARD DRINKING WATER TREATMENT CHEMICAL FOR USE IN REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEMS. (continued) INGESTION: Ingestion is not anticipated to be a likely route of exposure to this product. If this product is swallowed, it may cause irritation or burns of the mouth, throat, esophagus and other tissues of the digestive system. Symptoms of such over- exposure can include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Ingestion of large volumes of this product may be fatal. INJECTION: Accidental injection of this product can cause burning, reddening, and swelling in addition to the wound.

Potential health effects

OR RISKS FROM EXPOSURE An Explanation in Lay Terms ACUTE: Inhalation exposure may cause coughing, sneezing, and difficulty breathing. Depending on the duration of contact, over-exposures can severely irritate or burn tissues of the eyes, skin, mucous membranes and any other contaminated tissue. Ingestion may cause stomach pains, cramps, and irritation or damage of the tissues of the digestive system. Low vapor and mist concentrations may cause a temporary visual disturbance known as “blue haze” or “halo effect”. CHRONIC: Prolonged or repeated skin overexposure to this product may cause dermatitis (dry, red skin). Prolonged inhalation of the vapors or mists may lead to respiratory disorders (e.g. bronchitis). Monoethanolamine, a component of this product, may cause sensitization in susceptible individuals. Chronic overexposures to this product can cause kidney, liver and pulmonary damage. Refer to Section 11 (Toxicology Information) for additional information on this product’s components. TARGET ORGANS: Acute: Skin, eyes, respiratory system. Chronic: Skin, respiratory system, central nervous system, liver and kidneys. OR RISKS FROM EXPOSURE An Explanation in Lay Terms ACUTE: This product is an irritant. Depending on the duration of contact, overexposures can irritate or burn the eyes, skin, mucous membranes, and any other exposed tissue. Inhalation may cause coughing and difficulty breathing. Eye contact can cause harm CHRONIC: Repeated skin overexposures to low concentrations can cause dermatitis (dry, red skin). Repeated inhalation of the dusts or particulates may cause respiratory disorders (e.g., bronchitis). Refer to Section 11 (Toxicology Information) for

Hazard pictograms

HAZARDOUS MATERIALS IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM (HMIS) Health 3 Flammability 0

Physical hazards

0 Protective Equipment D HMIS PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT RATING Industrial Use situations D; Face shield, gloves, body protection

Additional information

on this product’s components TARGET ORGANS: Acute: Skin, eyes, respiratory system. Chronic: Skin, eyes, respiratory system.