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CRC CO CONTACT CLEANER

ChemWatch Full Report (REVIEW)

CHEMWATCH 6559-81

Date of Issue: Wed 28-Jan-2004

STATEMENT OF HAZARDOUS NATURE

ANGEROUS GOODS. NON-HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE.

SUPPLIER

ompany: CRC Industries (Aust) Pty Limited Company: CRC Industr

Aust) Pty Limited

Address: O Box 199 9 Gladstone Rd

astle Hill Castle Hill

SW, 2154 NSW, 2154

AUS

Telephone: (+61 2) 9

088

Fax: 02 9680 4914

CHEMWATCH HAZARD RATINGS

lammability: 4

oxicity: 2

ody Contact: 2

eactivity: 1

hronic: 2

CALE: Min/Nil=0 Low=1 Moderate=2 High=3 Extreme=4


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PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR INDUSTRIAL/COMMERCIA

ENVIRONMENTS

SYNONYMS

lectronic cleaner

SHIPPING NAME

EROSOLS

anufacturer's Code: 2015, 2016

03/02

MATERIAL DETAILS

AS RN No(s): None

IOSH No: None

N No: 1950

ANGEROUS G. CLASS: 2.1

UB RISK: NoneACKING GROUP: None

OISONS SCHEDULE: None

PG: 2D1

ERG: 49

MO CLASS: 2.1

MDG PAGE: 2102

AZCHEM: 2Y


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ABEL: No class label assigned

USE

he use of a quantity of material in an unventilated or

onfined space may result in increased exposure and an

ritating atmosphere developing Before starting consider

ontrol of exposure by mechanical ventilation Application is

y spray atomisation from a hand held aerosol pack

ectronic cleaner.

APPEARANCE

olourless liquid with an ethereal odour; does not mix with water.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

olecular Weight: Not Applicable

oiling Range (C): 51 initial

elting Range (C): Not Available

pecific Gravity (water=1): 0.69

olubility in water (g/L): Immiscible

H (as supplied):

H (1% solution): Not Applicable

apour Pressure (kPa): 15.3 @ 25 degColatile Component (%vol): 100

vaporation Rate: Fast

elative Vapour Density (air=1): >1

ash Point (C): 60


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arbon dioxide 124-38-9 1-9

o other ingredient information supplied.

HEALTH HAZARD

ACUTE HEALTH EFFECTS

WALLOWED

ot normally a hazard due to physical form of product.

onsidered an unlikely route of entry in commercial/industrial environments

ccidental ingestion of the material may be damaging to the health of the

dividual; animal experiments indicate that ingestion of less than 150 gram may

e fatal.wallowing of the liquid may cause aspiration into the lungs with the risk of

hemical pneumonitis; serious consequences may result. (ICSC13733)

oparaffinic hydrocarbons cause temporary lethargy, weakness, inco-ordination

nd diarrhoea.

entral nervous system (CNS) depression may include general discomfort, symptoms

giddiness, headache, dizziness, nausea, anaesthetic effects, slowed reaction

me, slurred speech and may progress to unconsciousness. Serious poisonings may

sult in respiratory depression and may be fatal.

YE

here is some evidence to suggest that this material can cause eye irritation

nd damage in some persons.

KIN

pray mist may produce discomfort

he material is not thought to produce adverse health effects or skin irritation

llowing contact (as classified by EC Directives using animal models).

evertheless, good hygiene practice requires that exposure be kept to a minimum

nd that suitable gloves be used in an occupational setting.

ntry into the blood-stream, through, for example, cuts, abrasions or lesions,

ay produce systemic injury with harmful effects. Examine the skin prior to the

se of the material and ensure that any external damage is suitably protected.


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NHALED

halation of aerosols (mists, fumes), generated by the material during the

ourse of normal handling, may be damaging to the health of the individual.

here is some evidence to suggest that the material can cause respiratory

ritation in some persons. The body's response to such irritation can cause

rther lung damage.

halation of toxic gases may cause:Central Nervous System effects including depression, headache, confusion,

zziness, stupor, coma and seizures;

respiratory: acute lung swellings, shortness of breath, wheezing, rapid

reathing, other symptoms and respiratory arrest;

heart: collapse, irregular heartbeats and cardiac arrest;

gastrointestinal: irritation, ulcers, nausea and vomiting (may be bloody), and

bdominal pain.

halation of high concentrations of gas/vapour causes lung irritation with

oughing and nausea, central nervous depression with headache and dizziness,owing of reflexes, fatigue and inco-ordination.

entral nervous system (CNS) depression may include general discomfort, symptoms

giddiness, headache, dizziness, nausea, anaesthetic effects, slowed reaction

me, slurred speech and may progress to unconsciousness. Serious poisonings may

sult in respiratory depression and may be fatal.

aterial is highly volatile and may quickly form a concentrated atmosphere in

onfined or unventilated areas. Vapour is heavier than air and may displace and

place air in breathing zone, acting as a simple asphyxiant. This may happen

th little warning of overexposure.ymptoms of asphyxia (suffocation) may include headache, dizziness, shortness of

reath, muscular weakness, drowsiness and ringing in the ears. If the asphyxia

allowed to progress, there may be nausea and vomiting, further physical

eakness and unconsciousness and, finally, convulsions, coma and death.

gnificant concentrations of the non-toxic gas reduce the oxygen level in the

r. As the amount of oxygen is reduced from 21 to 14 volume %, the pulse rate

ccelerates and the rate and volume of breathing increase. The ability to

aintain attention and think clearly is diminished and muscular coordination is

omewhat disturbed. As oxygen decreases from 14-10% judgement becomes faulty;evere injuries may cause no pain. Muscular exertion leads to rapid fatigue.

urther reduction to 6% may produce nausea and vomiting and the ability to move

ay be lost. Permanent brain damage may result even after resuscitation at

xposures to this lower oxygen level. Below 6% breathing is in gasps and

onvulsions may occur. Inhalation of a mixture containing no oxygen may result

unconsciousness from the first breath and death will follow in a few minutes.

WARNING:Intentional misuse by concentrating/inhaling contents may be lethal.


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halation of vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness. This may be

ccompanied by narcosis, drowsiness, reduced alertness, loss of reflexes, lack

coordination and vertigo.

erve damage can be caused by some non-ring hydrocarbons. Symptoms are

mporary, and include weakness, tremors, increased saliva, some convulsions,

xcessive tears with discolouration and inco-ordination lasting up to 24 hours.

exposure to highly concentrated solvent atmosphere is prolonged this may lead

narcosis, unconsciousness, even coma and possible death.

arbon dioxide is an odourless gas, which gives very poor warning of exposure.can cause rapid loss of consciousness, and death from lack of oxygen at

oncentrations of 10% in air. Even concentrations of 3% can lead to shortness of

reath and headache.

arbon dioxide is the most powerful dilator of brain vessels known. High levels,

ven with sufficient oxygen, may produce rapid circulatory insufficiency,

ading to coma and death.

ontinuous exposure to 1.5% carbon dioxide may cause changes in some

hysiological processes, affecting the rate of breathing. Even at low

oncentrations, regular exposure to carbon dioxide is potentially harmful,sulting in increased concentration of bicarbonate ions and acidosis.

gh concentrations of carbon dioxide (2-10%) may produce an acidic taste,

yspnoea, headache, vertigo, nausea, laboured breathing, weakness, drowsiness,

ental confusion, and increased blood pressure, pulse and respiratory rate.

xposure to 10% for a few minutes reportedly produces visual disturbances,

nnitus, tremors, profuse sweating, restlessness, pins and needles, general

scomfort, loss of consciousness, and coma. Concentartions of 25-50% may cause

oma and convulsions within one minute. Fast heart rate and heart beat

regularities are possible. Concentrations of 50% may cause symptoms of lowood calcium including spasms of the wrist and foot. Excessive carbon dioxide

r a period of time (not more than 5 minutes) can cause visual effects,

nlarged blind spot, aversion to light, loss of convergence and accommodation,

nd deficient dark adaptation as well as headache, sleeplessness and personality

hanges (depression and irritability). Even when there is sufficient oxygen to

revent simple suffocation, high concentrations of carbon dioxide can cause

armful effects by interfering with its normal elimination from the body. There

a compensatory increase in breathing at first, but this may reverse to

ypoventilation (reduced breathing), causing a respiratory acidosis. Death fromuffocation may occur if the concentration and duration of exposure are

ufficient.

CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS

rincipal route of occupational exposure to the gas is by inhalation.

ubstance accumulation, in the human body, may occur and may cause some concern


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llowing repeated or long-term occupational exposure.

here is some evidence to provide a presumption that human exposure to the

aterial may result in impaired fertility on the basis of: some evidence in

nimal studies of impaired fertility in the absence of toxic effects, or

vidence of impaired fertility occurring at around the same dose levels as other

xic effects but which is not a secondary non-specific consequence of other

xic effects.

here is some evidence that human exposure to the material may result in

evelopmental toxicity. This evidence is based on animal studies where effectsave been observed in the absence of marked maternal toxicity, or at around the

ame dose levels as other toxic effects but which are not secondary non-specific

onsequences of the other toxic effects.

though long-term exposure to carbon dioxide, at levels up to 1.5% in inhaled

r, are well tolerated, the metabolism of calcium/phosphorus metabolism may be

fected. Calcium levels in the blood and phosphorus in the urine progressively

ll. Long-term exposure at 2% concentration may produce deepened breathing. At

%, impaired performance is evident. However, after long exposure to low levels,

lerance may develop.eproductive effects may occur in animals.

FIRST AID

WALLOWED

ot considered a normal route of entry.

spontaneous vomiting appears imminent or occurs, hold patient's head down,

wer than their hips to help avoid possible aspiration of vomitus.

f swallowed do NOT induce vomiting.

f vomiting occurs, lean patient forward or place on left side (head-down

osition, if possible) to maintain open airway and prevent aspiration.

Observe the patient carefully.

Never give liquid to a person showing signs of being sleepy or with reduced

wareness; i.e. becoming unconscious.

Give water to rinse out mouth, then provide liquid slowly and as much as

asualty can comfortably drink.

Seek medical advice.

void giving milk or oils.

void giving alcohol.

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aerosols come in contact with the eyes:

mmediately hold the eyelids apart and flush the eye continuously for at least

5 minutes with fresh running water.

Ensure complete irrigation of the eye by keeping eyelids apart and away from

ye and moving the eyelids by occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids.

Transport to hospital or doctor without delay.

Removal of contact lenses after an eye injury should only be undertaken by

killed personnel.

KIN

solids or aerosol mists are deposited upon the skin:

Flush skin and hair with running water (and soap if available).

Remove any adhering solids with industrial skin cleansing cream.

DO NOT use solvents.

Seek medical attention in the event of irritation.

NHALED

aerosols, fumes or combustion products are inhaled:

Remove to fresh air.

Lay patient down. Keep warm and rested.

Prostheses such as false teeth, which may block airway, should be removed,

here possible, prior to initiating first aid procedures.

f breathing is shallow or has stopped, ensure clear airway and apply

suscitation, preferably with a demand valve resuscitator, bag-valve mask

evice, or pocket mask as trained. Perform CPR if necessary.Transport to hospital, or doctor.

ADVICE TO DOCTOR

reat symptomatically.

or acute or short term repeated exposures to petroleum distilla

r relatedydrocarbons:

Primary threat to life, from pure petroleum distillate ingesti

nd/or

nhalation, is respiratory failure.

Patients should be quickly evaluated for signs of respiratory

istress (e.g.

yanosis, tachypnoea, intercostal retraction, obtundation) and g


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OXICITY IRRITATI

arbon dioxide gas:

nhalation (human) LCLo:10 pph/ 1 m (10%) Nil reported

nhalation (human) LCLo:9 pph/5 m (9%)

nhalation (rat) LCLo: 657190 ppm/15 m

nhalation (human) TCLo: 2000 ppm

- pulmonary effects

DLH: 50,000 ppm

PRECAUTIONS FOR USE

EXPOSURE STANDARDS

DOUR SAFETY FACTOR (OSF)

OSF=0.068 (CARBON DIOXIDE)

Exposed individuals are NOT reasonably expected to be warned

mell, that the

Exposure Standard is being exceeded.

Odour Safety Factor (OSF) is determined to fall into either

, D or E.

The Odour Safety Factor (OSF) is defined as:OSF= Exposure Standard (TWA) ppm/ Odour Threshold Value (OTV

Classification into classes follows:

Class OSF Description

A 550 Over 90% of exposed

individuals are aware by

smell that the Exposure

Standard (TLV-TWA for

example) is beingreached, even when

distracted by working

activities

B 26-550 As "A" for 50-90% of

persons being distracted

C 1-26 As "A" for less than 50%

of persons being


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distracted

D 0.18-1 10-50% of persons aware

of being tested perceive

by smell that the

Exposure Standard is

being reached

E


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half-life in humans of less than two hours.

Allows excursions of 2 times the MAK value, for 30 minutes (o

verage), four

times per shift.

MAK Group IIc: Substances with MAK Values but no pregnancy ri

roup

classification. These are substances which have been investig

ut for which

no information regarding possible damage to the foetus/embryoound. Mention

calls attention to the absence of adequate data.

MAK values, and categories and groups are those recommended w

he

Federal Republic of Germany

IDLH Level : 5000 ppm

The TLV-TWA is thought to be protective against nausea, heada

pperrespiratory tract irritation and CNS depression. The STEL is

o

prevent objective depression of the CNS. The lower value ascr

to n-hexane is due to the neurotoxicity of its metabolites,

rincipally

5-hydroxy-2-hexanone and 2,5-hexanedione. It is considered

nlikely that

other hexanes follow the same metabolic route. It should be n

oweverthat the n-hexane TLV-TWA (50 ppm, 176 mg/m) also applies to

ommercial

hexane having a concentration of greater than 5% n-hexane.

ARBON DIOXIDE:

TLV TWA: 5000 ppm [ACGIH]

TLV STEL: 30000 ppm [ACGIH]

PEL TWA: 5000 ppm, 9000 mg/m [OSHA Z1]

carbon dioxide gas:ES TWA: 5000 ppm, 9000 mg/m; STEL: 30000 ppm, 54000 mg/m

TLV TWA: 5000 ppm, 9000 mg/m; STEL: 30000 ppm, 54000 mg/m

OES TWA: 5000 ppm, 9150 mg/m; STEL: 15000 ppm, 27400 mg/m

MAK value: 5000 ppm, 9100 mg/m

MAK Category IV Peak Limitation: For substances with very wea

ffects (ie.)

those with MAK value >500 ml/m (ppm): Allows excursions of t


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he MAK value

for 60 minutes at a time, 3 times per shift.

MAK values, and categories and groups are those recommended w

he

Federal Republic of Germany

IDLH Level: 40000 ppm

NOTE: Detector tubes for carbon dioxide, measuring in excess

.01 % vol.,

are commercially available. Long-term measurements (4 hay be

conducted to detect concentrations exceeding 250 ppm.

Studies using physically fit males in confined spaces indicat

LV-TWA

and STEL provides a wide margin of safety against asphyxiatio

rom

undue metabolic stress, provided normal amounts of oxygen are

resent in

inhaled air. Lowered oxygen content, increased physical activnd

prolonged exposures each impact on systemic and respiratory

ffects.

Stimulation of the respiratory centre is produced at 50,000 p

5%). The

gas is weakly narcotic at 30,000 ppm giving rise to reduced a

f

hearing and increasing blood pressure and pulse, Persons expo

20,000 ppm for several hours developed headaches and dyspnea ild

exertion, Acidosis and adrenal cortical exhaustion occurred a

esult

of prolonged continuous exposure at 10,000-20,0000 ppm.

Intoxication occurs after a 30 minute exposure at 50,000 ppm

exposure at 70,000-100,000 ppm produces unconsciousness withi

ew

minutes.

ENGINEERING CONTROLS

eneral exhaust is adequate under normal conditions. If risk of

verexposure


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xists, wear SAA approved respirator. Correct fit is essential t

btain

dequate protection.

rovide adequate ventilation in warehouse or closed storage area

PERSONAL PROTECTION

YE

o special equipment for minor exposure i.e. when handling small

uantities.

THERWISE: For potentially moderate or heavy exposures:Safety glasses with side shields.

NOTE: Contact lenses pose a special hazard; soft lenses may ab

rritants

nd ALL lenses concentrate them.

ANDS/FEET

o special equipment needed when handling small quantities.

THERWISE:

or potentially moderate exposures:

ear general protective gloves, eg. light weight rubber gloves.

or potentially heavy exposures:

ear chemical protective gloves, eg. PVC. and safety footwear.

THER

o special equipment needed when handling small quantities.

THERWISE:

Overalls.

Skin cleansing cream.

Eyewash unit.


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Do not spray on hot surfaces.

ESPIRATOR

espiratory protection may be required when ANY "Worst Case" vap

haseoncentration is exceeded (see Computer Prediction in "Exposure

tandards").

rotection Factor Half-Face Respirator Full-Face Respirator

x ES Air-line* AX-2

- AX-PAPR-2

0 x ES - AX-3

0+ x ES - Air-line**

- Continuous Flow; ** - Continuous-flow or positive pressure d

- Full-face

he local concentration of material, quantity and conditions of

etermine

he type of personal protective equipment required. For further

nformation

onsult site specific CHEMWATCH data (if available), or yourccupational

ealth and Safety Advisor.

HANDLING PROCEDURES

Avoid all personal contact, including inhalation.

Wear protective clothing when risk of exposure occurs.Use in a well-ventilated area.

Prevent concentration in hollows and sumps.

DO NOT enter confined spaces until atmosphere has been checked.

Avoid smoking, naked lights or ignition sources.

Avoid contact with incompatible materials.

When handling, DO NOT eat, drink or smoke.

DO NOT incinerate or puncture aerosol cans.


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Store in a cool, dry, well ventilated area.

Avoid storage at temperatures higher than 40 deg C.

Store in an upright position.

Protect containers against physical damage.

Check regularly for spills and leaks.

Observe manufacturer's storing and handling recommendations.

TRANSPORTATION

ass 2.1 - Flammable gases shall not be loaded in the same vehicle or packed in

e same freight container with:

ass 1 - Explosives;

ass 3 - Flammable liquids (where both flammable liquids and flammable gases

re in bulk);

ass 4.1 - Flammable solids;

ass 4.2 - Spontaneously combustible substances;

ass 4.3 - Dangerous when wet substances;

ass 5.1 - Oxidising agents;ass 5.2 - Organic peroxides;

ass 7 - Radioactive substances.

SPILLS

INOR SPILLS

Clean up all spills immediately.

Avoid breathing vapours and contact with skin and eyes.

Wear protective clothing, impervious gloves and safety glasses.

Shut off all possible sources of ignition and increase ventilation.

Wipe up.

f safe, damaged cans should be placed in a container outdoors, away from all

nition sources, until pressure has dissipated.

Undamaged cans should be gathered and stowed safely.

AJOR SPILLS

Clear area of personnel and move upwind.

Alert Fire Brigade and tell them location and nature of hazard.

May be violently or explosively reactive.

Wear breathing apparatus plus protective gloves.

Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water


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thout perceiving a clearly defined odour is:

merican Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA)

DISPOSAL

Consult State Land Waste Management Authority for disposal.

Discharge contents of damaged aerosol cans at an approved site.

Allow small quantities to evaporate.DO NOT incinerate or puncture aerosol cans.

Bury residues and emptied aerosol cans at an approved site.

FIRE FIGHTERS' REPORT

XTINGUISHING MEDIA

MALL FIRE:

Water spray, dry chemical or CO2

ARGE FIRE:

Water spray or fog.

RE FIGHTING

Alert Fire Brigade and tell them location and nature of hazard.

May be violently or explosively reactive.Wear breathing apparatus plus protective gloves.

Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water

ourse.

f safe, switch off electrical equipment until vapour fire hazard removed.

Use water delivered as a fine spray to control fire and cool adjacent area.

DO NOT approach containers suspected to be hot.

Cool fire exposed containers with water spray from a protected location.

f safe to do so, remove containers from path of fire.

Equipment should be thoroughly decontaminated after use.When any large container (including road and rail tankers) is involved in a fire,

onsider evacuation by 100 metres in all directions.

RE/EXPLOSION HAZARD

Liquid and vapour are flammable.

Moderate fire hazard when exposed to heat or flame.


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Vapour forms an explosive mixture with air.

Moderate explosion hazard when exposed to heat or flame.

Vapour may travel a considerable distance to source of ignition.

Heating may cause expansion or decomposition leading to violent rupture of

ontainers.

Aerosol cans may explode on exposure to naked flame.

Rupturing containers may rocket and scatter burning materials.

Hazards may not be restricted to pressure effects.

May emit acrid, poisonous or corrosive fumes.On combustion, may emit toxic fumes of carbon monoxide (CO).

Hot organic vapours or mist are capable of sudden spontaneous combustion when

ixed with air even at temperatures below their published autoignition

mperatures.

The temperature of ignition decreases with increasing vapour volume and

apour/air contact times and is influenced by pressure change.

gnition may occur under elevated-temperature process conditions especially in

rocesses performed under vacuum subjected to sudden ingress of air or in

rocesses performed at elevated pressure, where sudden escape of vapours orists to the atmosphere occurs.

arbon dioxide (CO2)

her pyrolysis products typical of burning organic material

ontains low boiling substance: Closed containers may rupture due to pressure

uildup under fire conditions.

RE INCOMPATIBILITY

void contamination with oxidising agents i.e. nitrates, oxidising acids,hlorine bleaches, pool chlorine etc. as ignition may result

ENVIRONMENTAL

rinking Water Standards:

ydrocarbon total: 10 ug/l (UK max.).

O NOT discharge into sewer or waterways.

CONTACT POINT

OMPANY CONTACT

+61 2) 9634 2088


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nd of Report

sue Date: Wed 28-Jan-2004

rint Date: Wed 10-Nov-2004

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