ECK-O-GEL

Hazard statements (CLP)

H226, H301, H311, H314, H317, H318, H331, H341, H350, H361, H370, H372, H401, H413, H422, H433

Code

Statements

H226

Flammable liquid and vapour

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. NZS 5433 for Land Transport and IMDG R10 R23/24/25.R34, R39, R41, R43, R45 R48 R62/63 R68 Flammable. May cause cancer May cause sensitisation by skin contact. Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin, and if swallowed. Corrosive to eyes, respiratory system and skin. Toxic: danger of very serious irreversible effects through inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Possible risk of genetic damage Danger of serious damage to health through prolonged exposure. Possible risk of impaired fertility and harm to unborn children H226: Flammable liquid and vapour. H301 Toxic if swallowed H311 Toxic on contact with skin H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction. H318: Causes serious eye damage H331: Toxic if inhaled. H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects H350: May cause cancer H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child H370 Causes damage to organs. H372 Causes damages to organs through repeated or prolonged exposure. H401 Toxic to aquatic life H413 May cause long lasting impacts to aquatic life H422 Toxic to the soil environment H433: Harmful to terrestrial vertebrates

Precautionary statements

S16, S20, S23, S28, S38, S45, S51, S1/2, S24/25, S36/37. Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking. When using, do not eat or drink. 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. 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.

SUSMP Classification

S6

UN Number

1992 Flammable Liquid Toxic NOS 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: 3.1C Medium Hazard Flammable Liquid 6.1C Acutely Toxic 6.3A Skin Corrosive 6.5B Contact sensitizer 6.6B Suspected human mutagen 6.7A Known or presumed carcinogen 6.8B Suspected human reproductive or developmental toxicant 6.9A Toxic to human target organs or systems 8.3A Eye corrosive 9.1D Slightly harmful to the aquatic environment 9.2B Ecotoxic to the soil 9.3C Harmful to terrestrial vertebrates

Signal word

DANGER

Prevention

P201: Obtain special instructions before use. P210: Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames and hot surfaces. - No smoking. P233: Keep container tightly closed. P260: Do not breathe fumes, mists, vapours or spray. P264: Wash contacted areas thoroughly after handling. P272: Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. P281: Use personal protective equipment as required.

Response

P312: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell. P362: Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. P301+P312: IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell. 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 ipain persists: Get medical advice. 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. P403+P235: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.

Disposal

P501: Dispose of small quantities and empty containers by wrapping with paper and putting in garbage. For larger quantities, if recycling or reclaiming is not possible, use a commercial waste disposal service. Emergency Overview Physical Description & colour: Pink coloured gel. Odour: Mild odour.

Health hazards

may cause very serious irreversible effects, toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin, and if swallowed, corrosive to eyes, respiratory system and skin, skin sensitiser.

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: Severe burning of skin 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: The Environmental Protection Authority in New Zealand has classified this product as being a 6.7A or known or presumed carcinogen. 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.