Drain Klean

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Hazard statements

This product is classified as: Hazardous according to the criteria of NOHSC Australia. Dangerous according to the Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code. R35, R37, R41. Causes severe burns. Irritating to respiratory system. Risk of serious damage to eyes.

Precautionary statements

S20, S23, S28, S38, S46, S36/37/39. When using, do not eat or drink. Do not breathe mists. After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. If swallowed, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre immediately and show this container or label. Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.

SUSDP Classification

S6

ADG classification

Class 8 (POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION)

UN Number

1814 Emergency Overview Physical Description & colour: Clear red liquid. Odour: No odour.

Health hazards

causes severe burns, may cause serious damage to eyes, respiratory tract irritant

Potential health effects

Inhalation Short term exposure: 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: Product is very corrosive to the skin. Capable of causing severe burns with deep ulceration, and can penetrate to deeper layers of skin resulting in third degree burns. Corrosion will continue until product is removed or neutralised. Severity depends on concentration and duration of exposure. Burns may not be immediately painful; the onset of pain may be minutes to hours. Long Term exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term skin exposure. Eye Contact: Short term exposure: Product is very corrosive to eyes. It will quickly cause severe pain, and corrosion of the eye and surrounding facial tissues. Unless exposure is immediately treated, permanent blindness and facial scarring will occur. Long Term exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term eye exposure. Ingestion: Short term exposure: This product is very corrosive to the gastrointestinal tract. Capable of causing severe burns with deep ulceration, and can penetrate to deeper layers of skin resulting in third degree burns. Corrosion will continue until product is removed or neutralised. Severity depends on concentration and duration of exposure. Long Term exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term ingestion. Carcinogen Status: NOHSC: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by NOHSC. NTP: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by NTP. IARC: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by IARC.