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
Section 2. Hazards identification
Classification of the
substance or mixture
No known significant effects or critical hazards. (Per OSHA)
Corrosive. Causes irreversible eye damage.
Harmful if swallowed.
(Previous statements per EPA.)
While this material is not considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication
Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200), this SDS contains valuable information critical to the
safe handling and proper use of the product. This SDS should be retained and available
for employees and other users of this product. This chemical is a pesticide product
registered by the Environmental Protection Agency and is subject to certain labeling
requirements under federal pesticide law. These requirements differ from the
classification criteria and hazard information required for safety data sheets, and for
workplace labels of nonpesticide chemicals. Please read complete product label.
Hazards not otherwise
classified
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Section 3. Composition/information on ingredients
Quaternary ammonium compounds, benzyl-C12-16-alkyldimethyl, chlorides
Alcohols, C12-15, ethoxylated
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.
Wash out mouth with water. 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. Do not induce vomiting unless
directed to do so by medical personnel. Get medical attention if symptoms occur.
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water, occasionally lifting the upper and lower
eyelids. Check for and remove any contact lenses. Get medical attention if irritation
occurs.
Flush contaminated skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and
shoes. Get medical attention if symptoms occur.
Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Get
medical attention if symptoms occur.
Section 4. First aid measures
Protection of first-aiders
No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training.
Treat symptomatically. Contact poison treatment specialist immediately if large
quantities have been ingested or inhaled.
Description of necessary first aid measures
Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed
No known significant effects or critical hazards.
No known significant effects or critical hazards. (Per OSHA) Harmful if swallowed. (Per
EPA)
No known significant effects or critical hazards.
No known significant effects or critical hazards. (Per OSHA) Causes irreversible eye
damage. (Per EPA)
Eye contact
Over-exposure signs/symptoms
Potential acute health effects
See toxicological information (Section 11)
Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed, if necessary
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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
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
Section 6. Accidental release measures
Environmental precautions
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Stop leak if without risk. Move containers from spill area. 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). Dispose of via a
licensed waste disposal contractor. 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. 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
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.
Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see Section 8).
Precautions for safe handling
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Section 7. Handling and storage
Conditions for safe storage,
including any
incompatibilities
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. 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.
Quaternary ammonium compounds, benzyl-C12-16-alkyldimethyl,
chlorides
Alcohols, C12-15, ethoxylated
Section 8. Exposure controls/personal protection
Based on the hazard and potential for exposure, select a respirator that meets the
appropriate standard or certification. Respirators must be used according to a
respiratory protection program to ensure proper fitting, training, and other important
aspects of use.
Chemical-resistant, impervious gloves complying with an approved standard should be
worn at all times when handling chemical products if a risk assessment indicates this is
necessary. < 1 hour (breakthrough time): disposable vinyl
Safety eyewear complying with an approved standard should be used when a risk
assessment indicates this is necessary to avoid exposure to liquid splashes, mists,
gases or dusts. If contact is possible, the following protection should be worn, unless
the assessment indicates a higher degree of protection: safety glasses with sideshields. Recommended: safety glasses
Eye/face protection
Respiratory protection
Personal protective equipment for the body should be selected based on the task being
performed and the risks involved and should be approved by a specialist before
handling this product.
Environmental exposure
controls
Emissions from ventilation or work process equipment should be checked to ensure
they comply with the requirements of environmental protection legislation. In some
cases, fume scrubbers, filters or engineering modifications to the process equipment
will be necessary to reduce emissions to acceptable levels.
Appropriate engineering
controls
Good general ventilation should be sufficient to control worker exposure to airborne
contaminants.
Wash hands, forearms and face thoroughly after handling chemical products, before
eating, smoking and using the lavatory and at the end of the working period.
Appropriate techniques should be used to remove potentially contaminated clothing.
Wash contaminated clothing before reusing. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety
showers are close to the workstation location.
Individual protection measures
Occupational exposure limits
Appropriate footwear and any additional skin protection measures should be selected
based on the task being performed and the risks involved and should be approved by a
specialist before handling this product.
Personal protective
equipment (Pictograms)
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