Bracton Industries (NSW) Pty. Ltd.
ACN 003 060 160
P.O. Box 386, Brookvale NSW 2100,
Australia
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Section 1: Identification of the Material and Supplier |
Product Name: Ice Machine Cleaner
Other Names: Aqueous solution containing aminotri-
(methylenephosphonic acid).
Proper shipping name (ADG Code): Corrosive liquid, n.o.s.
(aminotri(methylenephosphonic acid))
Recommended use: To remove scale from ice banks.
Use as directed on the product label.
Supplier: Bracton Industries (NSW) Pty. Ltd.,
ACN: 003 060 160
50 Chard Road, BROOKVALE NSW 2100, Australia
Tel: +61 2 9938 1800 (business hours)
Fax: +61 2 9905 0979
Emergency Phone Numbers:
Transport/Fire Emergency: 000 (Emergency services)
Medical Emergency: 131126 (Poisons Information Centre)
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Section 2: Hazards Identification |
Hazardous according to criteria of Worksafe Australia.
Dangerous Goods.
Risk Phrases: R: 34 Causes burns.
Safety Phrases: S: 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse
immediately with plenty of water and seek
medical advice.
S: 36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves
and eye/face protection.
S: 45 In case of accident or if you feel
unwell, seek medical advice immediately
(show the label where possible).
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Section 3: Composition/Information on Ingredients |
Ingredients:
Aminotri(methylenephosphonic acid) [6419-19-8] 10 - 30 %
Other ingredients deemed not to be hazardous < 10 %
Water [7732-18-5] to 100 %
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Section 4: First Aid Measures |
For advice, contact a Poisons Information Centre (Phone 131126)
or a doctor.
Swallowed: If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting.
Skin: If skin or hair contact occurs, remove contaminated
clothing and flush skin and hair with running water.
Eyes: If in eyes, hold eyelids apart and flush the eye
continuously with running water. Continue flushing
until advised to stop by the Poisons Information
Center or a doctor, or for at least 15 minutes.
Inhaled: Remove from exposure.
First Aid facilities:
Recommended: Eye wash. Hand wash basin.
Emergency shower if handling industrial
quantities.
Advice to Doctor:
Product is an aqueous solution of an organic phosphonic acid.
Corrosive irritant to living tissue. Risk of serious eye damage.
Contact Poisons Information Centre.
Aggravated medical conditions:
No data found.
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Section 5: Fire Fighting Measures |
HAZCHEM Code: 2 X
Evacuate: No.
Extinguishant: Water fog or fine water spray.
Risk of violent reaction or explosion: No.
Products of combustion: Water vapour, oxides of carbon,
oxides of nitrogen, oxides of
phosphorus.
Protective Equipment: Full protective clothing including
breathing apparatus and protective
gloves.
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Section 6: Accidental Release Measures |
Emergency Procedures:
Contain.
Prevent spillages from entering natural waters.
For large spills:
Contain spillage using sand or earth. Transfer liquid and solids
to suitable container. Treat residues as for small spillage.
For small spills:
Spills may be neutralised by liberal application of soda ash.
If local regulations permit, mop up with plenty of water and run
to waste, diluting greatly with running water. Otherwise absorb on
inert absorbent, transfer to suitable container and arrange
removal by disposals company. Wash site of spillage thoroughly
with water and detergent.
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Section 7: Handling and Storage |
Precautions for safe handling:
Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Keep away from alkalis.
Conditions for safe storage:
Store in a cool, well ventilated place, out of reach of children.
Large quantities should be stored in a bunded dangerous goods
store. Store in original container. Keep container tightly closed
and out of direct sunlight. Keep away from alkalis. Protect from
physical damage. Clean up all spills and splashes promptly; avoid
secondary accidents.
Incompatibles:
Alkalis.
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Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection |
National Exposure Standards:
ES-TWA: None assigned.
ES-STEL: None assigned.
ES-PEAK: None assigned.
Notations: None.
Biological Limit Values: No data found.
Engineering Controls:
Avoid using mild steel as a material of construction.
Ensure adequate ventilation (same as outdoors) when using.
If handling industrial quantities or if aerosol risk exists,
consider local mechanical exhaust/extraction to keep airborne
contamination as low as possible.
Personal Protective Equipment:
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Personal protection to be
selected from those recommended below, as appropriate to mode of
use, quantity handled and degree of hazard:-
Normal Use:
Eye/face protection
Gloves, rubber or plastic.
Industrial Quantities:
Face shield or safety glasses
Gloves, rubber or plastic
Plastic apron, sleeves and boots
Impervious overalls.
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Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties |
Appearance: Clear, slightly coloured, mobile liquid.
Odour: Very slight, aromatic odour.
pH: < 2
Vapour Pressure: 23 hPa @ 20 °C [water]
Vapour Density: No data.
Boiling Point: > 100 °C
Melting Point: No data.
Volatiles: About 72 % [water]
Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC): < 1 %
Evaporation Rate: No data.
Solubilities: Miscible with water in all proportions.
Specific Gravity/Density: About 1.15 g/mL @ 20 °C
Flash Point: None.
Flammable Limits: None.
Dust Explosion: Not applicable.
Auto-ignition Temperature: No data.
Other Information:
Acid mixture. May react vigorously or violently with alkalis.
Contact with carbonates or bicarbonates will generate carbon
dioxide, a simple asphyxiant. Corrosive to mild steel.
Slippery when spilled.
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Section 10: Stability and Reactivity |
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions.
Conditions to Avoid: Incompatible materials.
Incompatible Materials: Alkalis, mild steel.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Oxides of nitrogen, oxides of
phosphorus.
Hazardous Reactions: May react vigorously or violently with
alkalis.
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Section 11: Toxicological Information |
Health Effects:
No data available for the mixture. Information presented
relates to individual ingredients.
Acute: Swallowed: May cause burns to mouth, throat and
epigastrium. May cause gastric upset,
nausea, vomiting and possible diarrhoea.
May cause cardiac disturbances.
Skin: Irritating to skin. The concentrate may
cause burns.
Eyes: Corrosive irritant. May cause redness,
irritation and pain. Risk of chemical
conjunctivitis and corneal burns.
Inhaled: An unlikely route owing to the low
volatility of ingredients.
Inhalation of aerosols or spray/mist may
cause irritation to the upper respiratory
tract, cardiac disturbances and central
nervous system effects such as vertigo,
anxiety, depression, muscle incoordination
and emotional instability.
Overexposure may lead to pulmonary oedema
(fluid build-up in the lungs). Onset of
symptoms may be delayed.
Chronic: Repeated skin contact may lead to irritation and burns.
LD50: Aminotri(methylenephosphonic acid) 2,100 mg/kg oral, rat.
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Section 12: Ecological Information |
Ecotoxicity: May be harmful to aquatic organisms.
Persistence and degradability: No data.
Mobility: Readily transported by water.
Environmental Fate: No data.
Bioaccumulative potential: No data.
Other adverse environmental effects: Contains phosphonic acids.
May contribute to the formation of
algal bloom in natural waters.
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Section 13: Disposal Considerations |
The generator of any wastes from this product is responsible for
its proper classification, transport and disposal.
Consult appropriate local and State regulations.
Disposal methods and containers:
Avoid disposal to natural waters or the environment.
Do not use mild steel containers.
Special precautions for landfill or incineration:
Unsuitable for incineration.
May not be suitable for some landfill sites.
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Section 14: Transport Information |
UN Number: UN 1760
UN Proper shipping name: Corrosive liquid, n.o.s.
(aminotri(methylenephosphonic acid))
Class and subsidiary risk: 8 Corrosive.
Packaging group: III
Special precautions for user: Do not store or transport with
dangerous goods of classes 1, 4.3,
5.1, 5.2, 7, alkalis, foodstuffs or
foodstuff empties.
Contain spillages.
HAZCHEM Code: 2 X
Material for export: Regulated.
Refer to IMO/IMDG and IATA/ICAO.
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Section 15: Regulatory Information |
Poisons (SUSDP): Not a scheduled poison.
Dangerous Goods: Yes. UN 1760 8/III 2 X.
Carcinogen: Australia IARC NTP
No. No. No.
Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals Act: Not applicable.
Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS): Listed.
Other National/International Regulations: No data.
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Section 16: Other information |
Date of MSDS update: August 2006
Complete review and re-write of all sections.
Abbreviations:
NOHSC - National Occupational Health and Safety Commission.
ACGIH - American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists.
MAK - Maximum workplace concentration - Germany,
(maximale Arbeitsplatzkonzentration)
IARC - International Agency for Research on Cancer (France).
NPT - National Toxicology Program (USA).
HSE - Health and Safety Executive (United Kingdom).
Literature references:
Available Sources of Data:
National Code of Practice for the Preparation of Material Safety Data
Sheets 2nd Edition [2011(2003)] - NOHSC.
Australian Dangerous Goods Code.
Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons - AHMAC.
Exposure Standards for Atmospheric Contaminants in the
Occupational Environment [1003]- NOHSC.
List of Designated Hazardous Substances [10005] - NOHSC.
Merck Index - Merck Inc.
Sax's Dangerous Properties of Industrial Materials - Lewis.
Handbook of Toxic and Hazardous Chemicals and Carcinogens - Sittig.
Handbook of Reactive Chemical Hazards - Bretherick.
Hawley's Condensed Chemical Dictionary - Wiley Interscience.
AUSREG's Chemical Data Package for PCs - AUSREG Consultancy.