AT-O-MA

CHEMICALS

Safety Data Sheet

Type P5

1. IDENTIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE OR PREPARATION					2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Machine Dishwashing Powder					Sodium Carbonate Chlorinated Phosphates
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Irritant - contains Sodium Carbonate @ 5% w/w. Contains available chlorine 13% w/w.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation Remove patient to fresh air.		Skin Contact Flush with plenty of water and If irritation persists seek medical attention.				Eye Contact Irrigate the eye with water or eye wash solution 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
Dispose of according to local authority guidelines. For large spillages, sweep and shovel into a bin and flush area of floor with water. For small spillages flush away with copious amounts of water.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling Avoid skin and eye contact.					Storage Store at ambient temperatures.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Respiratory Protection Dust masks should be worn if, due to inadequate ventilation of the work area, irritation is caused.				Hand Protection Wear suitable gloves					Eye Protection Wear goggles.
Skin Protection Wear suitable overalls					Occupational Exposure Limit None set.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance White Free flowing powder	Odour Chlorine				pH Not applicable as a powder					pH of 0.5% 10 - 11
Boiling Point Not determined			Melting Point Not determined				Flash Point No measurable flash point
Vapour Pressure Not determined			Relative Density N/A				Solubility in Water Soluble

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Conditions to Avoid Extremes of temperature		Materials to Avoid Do not mix with acids as chlorine gas is liberated.	Hazardous Decomposition Products
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Skin Contact May cause irritation on prolonged skin contact.		Eye Contact Irritation to the eyes may occur.	Ingestion Irritation to the digestive system can occur.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Should not present an ecological hazard.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Can be disposed by flushing away with water. For large quantities seek advice from specialist waste disposal company.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION	Not classified as hazardous for transport.
UN No		IMDG	ICAO / IATA
ADR		Proper Shipping Name	Additional Information
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Symbol Xi - Irritant		R-phrases Irritating to eyes and skin.	S-phrases Avoid skin and eye contact. Do not take by mouth. Keep out of reach of children. Do not mix with acids as chlorine gas is liberated. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
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.