Chemtrec (800) 424-9300 24 hour
Other means of
identification
Emergency telephone
number (with hours of
operation)
Section 1. Identification
Betco Corporation
400 Van Camp Road
Bowling Green, Ohio 43402
www.betco.com
888-462-3826
Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
For Industrial and Institutional Use Only
EPA Statement:
This chemical is a product registered by the United States Environmental Protection
Agency and is subject to certain labeling requirements under federal law. These
requirements differ from the classification criteria and hazard information required for
safety data sheets (SDS), and for workplace labels of non-EPA registered chemicals.
Below is the signal word as required on the label:
Section 2. Hazards identification
SKIN CORROSION - Category 1
EYE IRRITATION - Category 2A
Classification of the
substance or mixture
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
Wear protective gloves. Wear eye or face protection: Recommended: splash goggles.
Wear protective clothing: Recommended: Chemical Resistant Gloves. Wash hands
thoroughly after handling.
This material is considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
(29 CFR 1910.1200).
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Section 2. Hazards identification
IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
Immediately call a POISON CENTER or physician. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call
a POISON CENTER or physician. Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. IF ON
SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or
shower. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Immediately call a POISON
CENTER or physician. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes.
Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a
POISON CENTER or physician. If eye irritation persists: Get medical attention.
Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local, regional, national and
international regulations.
Hazards not otherwise
classified
Section 3. Composition/information on ingredients
Quaternary ammonium compounds, benzyl-C12-16-alkyldimethyl, chlorides
There are no additional ingredients present which, within the current knowledge of the supplier and in the
concentrations applicable, are classified as hazardous to health or the environment and hence require reporting
in this section.
Other means of
identification
Occupational exposure limits, if available, are listed in Section 8.
Any concentration shown as a range is to protect confidentiality or is due to batch variation.
Get medical attention immediately. Call a poison center or physician. Wash out mouth
with water. Remove dentures if any. Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a
position comfortable for breathing. If material has been swallowed and the exposed
person is conscious, give small quantities of water to drink. Stop if the exposed person
feels sick as vomiting may be dangerous. Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do
so by medical personnel. If vomiting occurs, the head should be kept low so that vomit
does not enter the lungs. Chemical burns must be treated promptly by a physician.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If unconscious, place in
recovery position and get medical attention immediately. Maintain an open airway.
Get medical attention immediately. Call a poison center or physician. Immediately flush
eyes with plenty of water, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Check for and
remove any contact lenses. Continue to rinse for at least 10 minutes. Chemical burns
must be treated promptly by a physician.
Get medical attention immediately. Call a poison center or physician. Wash
contaminated skin with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes.
Wash contaminated clothing thoroughly with water before removing it, or wear gloves.
Continue to rinse for at least 10 minutes. Chemical burns must be treated promptly by a
physician. Wash clothing before reuse. Clean shoes thoroughly before reuse.
Get medical attention immediately. Call a poison center or physician. Remove victim to
fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. If it is suspected that
fumes are still present, the rescuer should wear an appropriate mask or self-contained
breathing apparatus. If not breathing, if breathing is irregular or if respiratory arrest
occurs, provide artificial respiration or oxygen by trained personnel. It may be
dangerous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. If
unconscious, place in recovery position and get medical attention immediately. Maintain
an open airway. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.
Section 4. First aid measures
Description of necessary first aid measures
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Section 4. First aid measures
Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.
Protection of first-aiders
No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. If it is
suspected that fumes are still present, the rescuer should wear an appropriate mask or
self-contained breathing apparatus. It may be dangerous to the person providing aid to
give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Wash contaminated clothing thoroughly with water
before removing it, or wear gloves.
Treat symptomatically. Contact poison treatment specialist immediately if large
quantities have been ingested or inhaled.
Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed
No known significant effects or critical hazards.
No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Causes serious eye irritation.
Over-exposure signs/symptoms
Adverse symptoms may include the following:
stomach pains
Adverse symptoms may include the following:
pain or irritation
redness
blistering may occur
Adverse symptoms may include the following:
pain
watering
redness
Potential acute health effects
See toxicological information (Section 11)
Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed, if necessary
Section 5. Fire-fighting measures
Promptly isolate the scene by removing all persons from the vicinity of the incident if
there is a fire. No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable
training.
Hazardous thermal
decomposition products
Specific hazards arising
from the chemical
Decomposition products may include the following materials:
carbon dioxide
carbon monoxide
phosphorus oxides
metal oxide/oxides
In a fire or if heated, a pressure increase will occur and the container may burst.
Fire-fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained breathing
apparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in positive pressure mode.
Special protective
equipment for fire-fighters
Use an extinguishing agent suitable for the surrounding fire.
Suitable extinguishing
media
Unsuitable extinguishing
media
Special protective actions
for fire-fighters
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Section 6. Accidental release measures
Environmental precautions
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Stop leak if without risk. Move containers from spill area. Approach release from
upwind. Prevent entry into sewers, water courses, basements or confined areas. Wash
spillages into an effluent treatment plant or proceed as follows. Contain and collect
spillage with non-combustible, absorbent material e.g. sand, earth, vermiculite or
diatomaceous earth and place in container for disposal according to local regulations
(see Section 13). The spilled material may be neutralized with sodium carbonate,
sodium bicarbonate or sodium hydroxide. Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal
contractor. Contaminated absorbent material may pose the same hazard as the spilled
product. Note: see Section 1 for emergency contact information and Section 13 for
waste disposal.
No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training.
Evacuate surrounding areas. Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from
entering. Do not touch or walk through spilled material. Do not breathe vapor or mist.
Provide adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is
inadequate. Put on appropriate personal protective equipment.
Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains
and sewers. Inform the relevant authorities if the product has caused environmental
pollution (sewers, waterways, soil or air).
Stop leak if without risk. Move containers from spill area. Dilute with water and mop up
if water-soluble. Alternatively, or if water-insoluble, absorb with an inert dry material and
place in an appropriate waste disposal container. Dispose of via a licensed waste
disposal contractor.
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
For non-emergency
personnel
If specialized clothing is required to deal with the spillage, take note of any information in
Section 8 on suitable and unsuitable materials. See also the information in "For nonemergency personnel".
Section 7. Handling and storage
Advice on general
occupational hygiene
Conditions for safe storage,
including any
incompatibilities
Eating, drinking and smoking should be prohibited in areas where this material is
handled, stored and processed. Workers should wash hands and face before eating,
drinking and smoking. Remove contaminated clothing and protective equipment before
entering eating areas. See also Section 8 for additional information on hygiene
measures.
Store in accordance with local regulations. Store in original container protected from
direct sunlight in a dry, cool and well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials
(see Section 10) and food and drink. Store locked up. Separate from alkalis. Keep
container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Containers that have been
opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage. Do not store in
unlabeled containers. Use appropriate containment to avoid environmental
contamination. See Section 10 for incompatible materials before handling or use.
Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see Section 8). Do not get in eyes or
on skin or clothing. Do not breathe vapor or mist. Do not ingest. If during normal use
the material presents a respiratory hazard, use only with adequate ventilation or wear
appropriate respirator. Keep in the original container or an approved alternative made
from a compatible material, kept tightly closed when not in use. Keep away from alkalis.
Empty containers retain product residue and can be hazardous. Do not reuse container.
Precautions for safe handling
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