1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE MATERIAL AND SUPPLIER	
Supplier:	MELBOURNE CLEANING SUPPLIES
	.3 CATO STREET  
	HAWTHORN EAST VIC 3123
	PH: 03 9880 7333 FAX: 03 98807344
ACN:	057 283 959

Product Name: CHLOR CLEAN
Synonym: 

Use:  Used as a heavy duty chlorinated alkaline foamer for the food processing industry.

2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION	
HAZARDOUS ACCORDING TO EU CRITERIA

Hazard Category: Very Corrosive (C+)

Hazard Classification: HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, DANGEROUS GOOD

RISK PHRASES 
R35  Causes severe burns.

SAFETY PHRASES 
S1/2  Keep locked up and out of reach of children. 
S24/25  Avoid contact with skin and eyes. 
S26  In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre. 
S28  After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of… [water] 
S36/37/39  Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. 
S45  In case of accident or if you feel unwell, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre immediately and show this container or label. 
S50  Do not mix with…[acids]

Poison Schedule:  S6 [Aust]
This material is a Scheduled S6 Poison and must be stored, handled and used according to the appropriate regulations..

Warning Statement:
Corrosive.
May produce severe burns.
Attacks skin and eyes.

3. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS	
SUBSTANCE NAME	Proportion	CAS Number

SODIUM HYDROXIDE  	1 to 10%	1310-73-2
SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE	30 to 60%	7681-52-9
WATER AND OTHER NON-HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES	Greater than 60%	Mixture

This product contains:
                                        Sodium Hydroxide                  95g/L
                                        Available Chlorine                 54g/L (as Sodium Hypochlorite)

All other ingredients not hazardous according to EU Criteria.

4. FIRST AID MEASURES	
Swallowed: 
If swallowed, DO NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious give water to drink. Immediately transport to hospital or doctor.

Eye: 
If material is splashed into eyes, flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, ensuring eye lids are held open. Immediately transport to hospital or doctor.

Skin: 
If material is splashed onto the skin, remove any contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with water and soap. Immediately transport to hospital or doctor.

Inhaled: 
Remove victim to fresh air. Do not use mouth-to-mouth method if victim inhaled the substance; induce artificial respiration with the aid of a pocket mask equipped with a one-way valve or other proper respiratory medical device. Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult.

First Aid Facilities:
Eye wash fountain, safety shower and normal wash room facilities.

Advice to Doctor:
Treat symptomatically.
In case of poisoning, contact Poisons Information Centre
In Australia call Tel: 131126
In New Zealand Tel: 034747000

5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES	
Fire/Explosion Hazard
CAUTION: Use of water spray when fighting fire may be inefficient.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:  Use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam or water fog.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES:  Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) required for fire-fighting personnel. If possible to do so safely, shut off fuel to fire. Use water spray to spray to cool fire-exposed surfaces and to protect personnel. 
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: If tanks, drums or containers of this material are heated, they may rupture and project corrosive materials over a wide area.

HAZCHEM CODE: 2X [Aust]

FLAMMABILITY
Heat or damage to containers may release corrosive or toxic fumes.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES	
EMERGENCY ACTION:
Keep unnecessary people away; Isolate hazard area and deny entry. Stay upwind; Keep out of low areas. Do not walk or touch spilt material unless wearing personal protection as outlined under MSDS.
SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURE:
Shut off ignition sources, no flares, smoking or flames in hazard area. Stop leak if you can do it without risk. Water spray may reduce vapour.
SMALL SPILLS: 
Take up with sand, dirt or vermiculite. DO NOT use sawdust. Use non-sparking tools. Place into labelled drum(s)  for later disposal. 
LARGE SPILLS:
Notify Emergency Services (Police or Fire Brigade). Tell them exact location, nature, hazards, quantities, type of vehicle and any other information that would be helpful. Contain spill. Remove all ignition sources and safely stop flow of spill. Bund area. Trained personnel should wear Personal Protective equipment as highlighted in this MSDS. Blanket the spill with foam or use water fog to disperse vapour clouds. Consult an expert regarding disposal of this product.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE	
Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors and skin or eye contact. Store in a cool place and out of direct sunlight. Store away from sources of heat or ignition. Store away from oxidizing agents and strong acids. Keep containers tightly closed, when not using the product. Store in original packages as approved by manufacturer.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION	
Exposure Standards
 
No exposure standards are available for this product, however, the following exposure standards have been assigned by [NOHSC] to the following components of the product:
 
POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE
(Worksafe Australia)
[TWA]2 mg/m³
[STEL]Peak limitation 

References: H

(ACGIH)
[STEL]2 (Ceiling) 
 
SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE
No exposure standards have been assigned by the National Occupational Health & Safety Commission (NOHSC)

WATER AND OTHER NON-HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES
No Exposure details available

Engineering Controls
Corrosive liquid. Maintain adequate ventilation at all times. In most circumstances natural ventilation systems are adequate unless the material is heated, reacted or otherwise changed in some type of chemical reaction, then the use of a local exhaust ventilation system is recommended.

Personal Protection Equipment

This product is corrosive and poisonous.  The following protective equipment should be worn when handling product directly.
NOTE---  When diluted at a rate of 1 in 10 or greater, the resulting mixture is no longer considered to be hazardous or poisonous and the use of  protective equipment is completely at the users discretion.

CLOTHING: Neoprene or nitrile apron
GLOVES: Neoprene or nitrile.
EYES: Chemical goggles or faceshield to protect eyes.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Avoid breathing of vapours. Select and use respirators in accordance with AS/NZS 1715/1716. The use of a P1 respirator with replaceable filters is recommended. Filter capacity and respirator type depends on exposure levels and type of contaminant. If entering spaces where the airborne concentration of a contaminant is unknown then the use of a Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) with positive pressure air supply complying with AS/NZS 1715 / 1716, or any other acceptable International Standard is recommended.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES	
Appearance: 	Clear to yellow liquid, tends to colour slightly
Boiling Point:	Greater than 100 degrees C
Vapour Pressure:	Not known
Specific Gravity:	1.17
Flash Point:	None
Flammability Limits:	Non Flammable
Solubility in Water:	All proportions

Other Properties
pH (1% solution) :                             12.5 - 13.0
Odour :                                                 Chlorine

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY	
STABILITY:
Stable under normal conditions of use.

HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: 
Emits choking and corrosive fumes when heated to decomposition. 

HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: 
Will not occur.

INCOMPATIBILITIES: 
Strong alkalis and oxidizing agents. 

CONDITIONS TO AVOID: 
Incompatibles. 

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION	
No adverse health effects are expected, if the product is handled in accordance with this Material Safety Data Sheet and the product label. Symptoms and effects that may arise if the product is mishandled and overexposure occurs are:

ACUTE HEALTH EFFECTS:
Swallowed:
Will cause severe burns to the mouth, mucous membranes, throat, oesophagus and stomach with effects including: Spontaneous vomiting with diarrhoea and possible bloody stools. Small quantities, approximately 20-50 ml, ingested (swallowed) will cause death.

Eye: 
Will cause severe burns to the eyes with effects including: Pain, tearing, corneal opacity and blindness. If prompt action is not taken, permanent eye damage will occur.

Skin:
Will cause severe burns to the skin, with effects including; Redness, blistering, localised pain, dermatitis and deep burns.

Inhaled:
Will cause severe irritation to the nose, throat and respiratory system with effects including: Dizziness, headache, coughing, loss of co-ordination, chest pains,  respiratory paralysis and or failure.

Chronic:
Prolonged or repeated skin contact will lead to necrosis (death) of the skin.
Additional information for Chronic
According to OECD Guideline for the Testing of Chemicals (OECD 405) for eye corrosion and 
OECD Guideline for the Testing of Chemicals (OECD 404) for skin corrosion, both test procedures have been utilized to determine that potassium hydroxide is a confirmed corrosive substance.

Toxicological Data:
There is no other toxicological information available for this product. 

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION	

Ecotoxity: 
This product is corrosive and poisonous in large concentrations, particularly in the aquatic environment.

Mobility: 
Readily dilutes with water.

Persistence / Degradability:
Readily Biodegradable.

Chemical Fate Information:
This substance may cause long term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS	
Refer to appropriate authority in your State. Dispose of material through a licensed waste contractor. Normally suitable for disposal by approved waste disposal agent.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION	
Road Transport
UN Number: 1791
Proper Shipping Name:  HYPOCHLORITE SOLUTION
Dangerous Goods Class:  8
Packing Group:  III
Label: Very Corrosive (C+)

Air Transport
UN Number: 1791
Proper Shipping Name:  HYPOCHLORITE SOLUTION
Dangerous Goods Class:  8
Packing Group:  III
Label: Very Corrosive (C+)

Sea Transport
UN Number: 1791
Proper Shipping Name:  HYPOCHLORITE SOLUTION
Dangerous Goods Class:  8
Packing Group:  III
Label: Very Corrosive (C+)

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION	
Poison Schedule: S6 [Aust]

Inventory Status:
Inventory                                                	Status
Australia (AICS)	All materials are listed.

16. OTHER INFORMATION	
Date of Preparation:

Issue date: 1-6-2011
Supersedes:  

Reasons for Update: 
New format.

Key Legend Information:
NOHSC - National Occupational Health & Safety Commission  {Formerly Worksafe}[Aust]
SUSDP - Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons [Aust]
TWA - Time Weighted Average [Int]
STEL - Short Term Exposure Limit [Int]
AICS - Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances
EPA - Environmental Protection Agency [Int]
NIOSH - National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health [US]
AS/NZS 1715 - Selection, use and maintenance of respiratory protective devices. [Aust/NZ]
AS/NZS 1716 - Respiratory protective devices. [Aust/NZ]
IATA - International Aviation Transport Authority [Int]
ICAO - International Civil Aviation Organization [Int]
IMO - International Maritime Organisation. [Int]
IMDG - International Maritime Dangerous Goods [Int]
United Nations Recommendations for the Transport of Dangerous Goods and Globally Harmonized System for the classification and labelling of Chemicals. [Int]
EU - European Union

[Aust/NZ] = Australian New Zealand
[Int] = International
[US] = United States of America

Removal of the heading of Poison Schedule [Aust], in section 3 and 15 of this Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) makes this a valid health and safety document in other international jurisdictions/countries. For full compliance please contact your Federal, State or Local regulators for further information.

Disclaimer
This MSDS summarises our best knowledge of the health and safety hazard information available on the product and the measures to be used to handle and use the product safely. Each user should read this MSDS and consider the information in connection with the way the product is intended to be handled or used.

Principal References:
Information supplied by manufacturer, reference sources including the public domain.

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