Ultra White

Hazard statements

This product is classified as: Xn, Harmful. C, Corrosive. Hazardous according to the criteria of ASCC. Dangerous according to the Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code. Irritating to respiratory system. R35, R20/22. Causes severe burns. Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed

Precautionary statements

S9, S23, S28, S38, S46, S1/2, S36/37/39. Keep container in a well ventilated place. Do not breathe vapours or mists. After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of soap and water. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. If swallowed, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre immediately and show this MSDS or label. Keep locked up and out of reach of children. Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.

SUSDP Classification

S6

ADG classification

Class 8 (HYDROCHLORIC ACID)

UN Number

1789 Emergency Overview Physical Description & colour: White liquid. Odour: Pleasant fragrance.

Health hazards

causes severe burns, may cause serious damage to eyes, harmful by inhalation and if swallowed, respiratory tract irritant.

Potential health effects

Inhalation: Short term exposure: Available data shows that this product is harmful if inhaled. Inhalation of fumes will cause severe irritation. In addition product is very corrosive to the respiratory tract. Symptoms will include extreme pain in nose, throat and lungs, and copious secretion of mucous in the nose and throat. Other symptoms such as pulmonary oedema are also likely, and may be life threatening even following brief exposure. 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 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: This 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: Significant oral exposure is considered to be unlikely. Available data shows that this product is harmful if swallowed. 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: ASCC: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by ASCC. NTP: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by NTP. IARC: Hydrochloric Acid is Class 3 - unclassifiable as to carcinogenicity to humans. See the IARC website for further details. A web address has not been provided as addresses frequently change.