Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
201-180-5/79-14-1
Name of the chemical
Glycolic acid
Concentration
<40%
General Information
Revision date
2022-07-01
Product name
SpecChem Crete-Away
CAS No.
79-14-1
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Water based biodegradable hardened concrete remover
Emergency telephone
1-(800)255-3924, +1-813-248-0585
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Company Information
company name
SpecChem
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H302, H314, H318
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H302
Harmful if swallowed
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
1999/45/EC EMERGENCY OVERVIEW This product is a clear/hazy liquid with a mild odor
Health hazards
Corrosive Contact with skin and eyes may cause burns. May be harmful if swallowed. Flammability This product is not a flammable liquid. Reactivity None
Environmental hazards
The environmental effects of this product have not been investigated, however release may cause long term adverse environmental effects. US DOT Symbols EU and GHS Symbols
Signal word
Danger 2.1 EU Labeling and Classification: This product meets the definition of a hazardous substance or preparation as defined by the European Union Council Directives 67/548/EEC, 1999/45/EC, 1272/2008/EC and subsequent Directives. EU HAZARD CLASSIFICATION OF INGREDIENTS PER DIRECTIVE 1272/2008/EC: Index Number: 201-180-5 is not listed in Annex I Substances not listed either individually or in group entries must be self classified. Components Contributing to Classification Glycolic Acid
2.2 Label elements
GHS Hazard Classifications Acute Toxicity, Oral Category 4 Skin Corrosion Category 1B Serious Eye Damage Category 1
Hazard statements
H302 Harmful if swallowed H314 Causes severe skin burns H318 Causes serious eye damage
Precautionary statements
P260 Do not breathe dust or mist. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
Response
P301+P312+P330 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/ Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. P304+P340+P310 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician. P305+P351+P338+P310 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
Storage
P405 Store locked up.
Disposal
2.3 Health Hazards or Risks From Exposure P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Symptoms of Overexposure by Route of Exposure: The most significant routes of overexposure for this product are by contact with skin or eyes. The symptoms of overexposure are described in the following paragraphs. Acute Inhalation Mist or spray may cause a burning sensation, cough, shortness of breath, or sore throat Skin Contact: Corrosive material may cause redness, skin burns, or blisters. Eye Contact: Corrosive material may cause irritation with possible burns and tissue damage. Ingestion May cause burns to lips, tongue, oral mucosa, esophagus and stomach. Chronic No data available. Target Organs Acute Skin Chronic N/A –
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
This product meets the definition of a hazardous substance or preparation as defined by the European Union Council Directives 67/548/EEC, 1999/45/EC, 1272/2008/EC and subsequent Directives. EU HAZARD CLASSIFICATION OF INGREDIENTS PER DIRECTIVE 1272/2008/EC: Index Number: 201-180-5 is not listed in Annex I Substances not listed either individually or in group entries must be self classified. Components Contributing to Classification: Glycolic Acid