Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
67-56-1
Name of the chemical
Methanol
Concentration
N/A
EC/CAS
50-00-0
Name of the chemical
Formaldehyde
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2016-09-06
Product name
DYNO 20.5 CAVITY FLUID
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Embalming preparation
Emergency telephone
0800 764 766
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Mortech Industries NZ Ltd
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H226, H301, H311, H315, H317, H318, H331, H334, H335, H341, H350, H361, H370, H372
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H226
Flammable liquid and vapour
Section 2
Hazard statements
This product is classified as: Xi, Irritating. T, Toxic. F, Flammable. Hazardous according to the criteria of SWA. Dangerous according to the Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code and NZS 5433 Transport Of Dangerous Goods on Land and the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code. R10, R45, R41, R23/24/25, R37/38, R39/23/24/25, R62/63 R42/43. Flammable. May cause cancer. Eye irritant Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin, and if swallowed. Irritating to respiratory system and skin. Toxic: danger of very serious irreversible effects through inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. May cause sensitisation by skin contact. Possible risk of damage to fertility and unborn children H226: Flammable liquid and vapour. H301: Toxic if swallowed. H311: Toxic in contact with skin. H315: Causes skin irritation. H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction. H318: Causes serious eye damage. H331: Toxic if inhaled. H334: May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. H335: May cause respiratory irritation. H341: Suspected to cause genetic defects H350: May cause cancer H361: Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child H370: Causes damage to organs. H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Precautionary statements
S7, S16, S20, S23, S26, S28, S38, S45, S51, S1/2, S24/25, S36/37. Keep container tightly closed. Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking. 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 insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre immediately (show this MSDS where possible). Use only in well ventilated areas. Keep locked up and out of reach of children. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.
ADG classification
Class 3 Flammable liquids
UN Number
1992, FLAMMABLE LIQUID TOXIC, N.O.S This product is approved under the Hazardous Substances and New Organisms Act Approval HSR 002498 Additives Process Chemicals and Raw Materials Group Standards Flammable Toxic (6.1 & 6.7) It is classified as follows:
HSNO Classifications
3.1C Medium hazard flammable liquid 6.1C Acutely toxic 6.3A Skin irritant 6.5B Contact Sensitiser 6.6B Suspected Mutagen 6.7A Known Carcinogen 6.8B Suspected human reproductive or developmental toxicant 6.9A Known target organ toxicant 8.3A Eye corrosive 9.1D Harmful to the aquatic environment 9.2B Ecotoxic in the soil 9.3C Harmful to Terrestrial Vertebrates
Signal word
DANGER
Prevention
P102: Keep out of reach of children. P201: Obtain special instructions before use. P202: Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P210: Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames and hot surfaces. - No smoking. P240 Ground bond container and receiving equipment P241+242 Use Explosion Proof Electrical Ventilation and Lighting and only Non Sparking Tools P243: Take precautionary measures against static discharge. P260 +261: Do not breathe fumes, mists, vapours or spray. P264: Wash contacted areas thoroughly after handling. P270: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P281: Use personal protective equipment as required. P285: In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. P403+P235 Store in a well-ventilated place, keep cool. P405 Store locked up
Response
P330: Rinse mouth. P363: Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P301+P310: IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor. P303+P361+P353: IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water. P304+P340: IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. 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. P307+P311: If exposed: Call a POISON CENTRE or doctor. P332+P313: If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice. P337+P313: If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice. P342+P311: If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTRE or doctor. P391: Collect spillage. P370+P378: In case of fire, use carbon dioxide, dry chemical, foam, water fog. Alcohol resistant foam is the preferred firefighting medium but, if it is not available, normal foam can be used.
Storage
P405: Store locked up. P402+P404: Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container. P403+P235: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
Disposal
P501: Dispose of contents and containers to landfill. Emergency Overview Physical Description & colour: Clear, colourless liquid. Odour: Mild, irritating odour.
Health hazards
Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed, causes burns to eyes, may cause cancer
Potential health effects
Persons sensitised to Formaldehyde should avoid contact with this product. Inhalation: This product is a known carcinogen and must not be inhaled. Skin Contact: Hardening or tanning of skin irritation cracking of skin or dermatitis can occur. Prolonged or repeated skin contact can result in skin sensitisation. Eye Contact Vapours can cause eye irritation, liquid can cause severe eye burns including eye damage. Ingestion: Severe abdominal pain, unconsciousness, collapse temporary or permanent visual impairment and death. Carcinogen Status: SWA: Formaldehyde is classified by SWA as a Class 3 Carcinogen, possibly carcinogenic to humans NTP: Formaldehyde is classified by NTP as reasonably anticipated to be carcinogenic to humans. See the NTP website for further details. A web address has not been provided as addresses frequently change. IARC: Formaldehyde is classed 1 by IARC - carcinogenic to humans. See the IARC website for further details. A web address has not been provided as addresses frequently change. THIS PRODUCT IS KNOWN TO CAUSE CANCER The EPA has allocated a 6.7A known carcinogen to this product under HSNO NZ.