Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
1310-58-3
Name of the chemical
potassium hydroxide
Concentration
2-5
EC/CAS
111-76-2
Name of the chemical
Ethylene glycol monobutyl ether (EGBE)
Concentration
8 - 12
General Information
Product name
EM-10
Product Synonyms
High Alkaline Degreaser
1.2.2. Uses advised against
Contact with soft metals
Emergency telephone
404-382-9098
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Emtech Laboratories, Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 3) Skin corrosion/ Irritation (Category 1A) Eye Damage/ Irritation (Category 1) Acute aquatic toxicity (Category 2 Chronic aquatic toxicity (Category 2) Corrosive to metals (Category1)
Aspiration hazard
Category1) Page 2 of 10
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled. Causes sever skin burns and eye damage. May cause respiratory irritation. Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects. May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements
Keep only in original container. Do not breathe dust or mist. Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection. IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage. Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
2.3 Other hazards
Contains an ingredient (2- butoxyethanol) that is rapidly absorbed through skin.