Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
61789-71-7
Name of the chemical
Quaternary ammonium compounds, benzylcoco alkyldimethyl, chlorides
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2020-04-05
Product name
Tropical Strength Algaecide
CAS No.
61789-71-7
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Pool algaecide for use as described on the product label
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
International Quadratics Pty Ltd
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H302, H315, H320, H410
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H302
Harmful if swallowed
Section 2
Hazard statements
This product is classified as: Xn, Harmful. Xi, Irritating. N, Dangerous to the environment. Hazardous according to the criteria of SWA. Not a Dangerous Good according to the Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code. R22, R36/37/38, R50/53. Harmful if swallowed. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects to the aquatic environment. H302: Harmful if swallowed. H315: Causes skin irritation. H320: Causes eye irritation. H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements
S2, S20, S23, S26, S28, S45, S60, S61, S24/25, S36/37. Keep out of reach of children. When using, do not eat or drink. Do not breathe vapours or mists. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre. After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of soap and water. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre immediately (show this MSDS where possible). This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste. Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/Safety Data Sheets. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.
SUSMP Classification
S6
ADG classification
None allocated. Not a Dangerous Good under the ADG Code
UN Number
None allocated
Signal word
WARNING
Prevention
P261: Avoid breathing fumes, mists, vapours or spray. P264: Wash contacted areas thoroughly after handling. P280: Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and eye or face protection.
Response
P312: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell. P362: Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting P302+P352 IF ON SKIN Wash with plenty of soap and water P304+P340 IF INHALED Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P332+P313 If skin irritation occurs Get medical advice P337+P313 If eye irritation persists Get medical advice P391: Collect spillage. P370+P378: Not combustible. Use extinguishing media suited to burning materials.
Disposal
P501: Dispose of contents and containers as specified on the registered label. Emergency Overview Physical Description & Colour: Blue liquid. Odour: No odour.
Health hazards
irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin, harmful if swallowed
Potential health effects
Inhalation: Short Term Exposure: Available data indicates that this product is an inhalation irritant. Symptoms may include headache, irritation of nose and throat and increased secretion of mucous in the nose and throat. Other symptoms may also become evident, but they should disappear after exposure has ceased. Long Term Exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term inhalation. Skin Contact: Short Term Exposure: Available data indicates that this product is a skin irritant. Symptoms may include itchiness and reddening of contacted skin. Other symptoms may also become evident, but all should disappear once exposure has ceased. Long Term Exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term skin exposure. Eye Contact: Short Term Exposure: This product is an eye irritant. Symptoms may include stinging and reddening of eyes and watering which may become copious. Other symptoms may also become evident. If exposure is brief, symptoms should disappear once exposure has ceased. However, lengthy exposure or delayed treatment may cause permanent damage. Long Term Exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term eye exposure. Ingestion: Short Term Exposure: Significant oral exposure is considered to be unlikely. Available data shows that this product is harmful, but symptoms are not available. However, this product is an oral irritant. Symptoms may include burning sensation and reddening of skin in mouth and throat. Other symptoms may also become evident, but all should disappear once exposure has ceased. Long Term Exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term ingestion. Carcinogen Status: SWA: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by SWA. NTP: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by NTP. IARC: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by IARC.