AT-O-MA

CHEMICALS

Safety Data Sheet

1. IDENTIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE OR PREPARATION				2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Machine Dishwashing Liquid				Sequestrants Water Sodium Hydroxide Sodium Hypochlorite
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Corrosive Causes severe burns				Contains Sodium Hydroxide at 11 % w/w UN.1824 Sodium Hypochlorite at 2% w/w
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation Remove patient to fresh air.			Skin Contact Flush with plenty of water and remove contaminated clothing and seek medical attention.		Eye Contact Irrigate the eye with water or eye wash solution for at least 10 minutes and seek medical attention.
Ingestion Give milk or water as a dilutent. 15 mls per kilo of body weight to a maximum of 200-300 mls and seek immediate medical attention.				Notes to Physician Treat as symptomatic.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Material is not flammable. Use any suitable fire fighting medium.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Absorb large spillages with sand or any suitable medium. Dispose of according to local authority guidelines. Small spillages may be flushed away with water. Avoid washings entering water courses. Do not allow product to enter eyes.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling Avoid skin and eye contact.				Storage Store at ambient temperatures. Keep from freezing.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Respiratory Protection Not necessary unless used in a confined space.			Hand Protection Wear suitable gloves such as rubber or plastic.		Eye Protection Wear goggles.
Skin Protection Wear suitable overalls.		Occupational Exposure Limit 100% Sodium/Potassium Hydroxide. Has an OES of 2mg/m-3 (short and long term).
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance Clear Liquid	Odour Slightly Ammoniacal			pH 14		pH of 0.5% 12-14
Boiling Point Not determined			Melting Point Not determined		Flash Point No measureable flash point
Vapour Pressure Not determined			Relative Density 1.29 + 0.01		Solubility in Water Soluble

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10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Conditions to Avoid Extremes of temperature	Materials to Avoid Do not mix with acids	Hazardous Decomposition Products Contact with hot white metals in a fire may yield hydrogen which can be a source of an explosion in a fire.
11. TOXICICOLOGY INFORMATION
Skin Contact Will cause severe burns	Eye Contact Can cause severe damage	Ingestion Causes severe damage to the mucous membranes and digestive system.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
High pH on dilution with water.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Can be disposed by flushing away with water. For large quantities seek advice from specialist waste disposal company.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
UN No 1824	IMDG	ICAO / IATA
ADR Class 8	Proper Shipping Name	Additional Information
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Symbol Corrosive	R-phrases R35 Causes severe burns	S-phrases S1/2 Keep locked up and out of the reach of children. S37 & 39 Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection. In case of contact with eyes rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show label where possible).
Additional Information Refer to National Legislation for specific measures that may be relevant.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
The information given in this safety data sheet is based on knowledge available at the time of compilation and is intended to describe the product only in terms of health and safety requirements. It does not signify any warranty with regard to specific properties or specifications.