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
FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS - Category 3
ACUTE TOXICITY (oral) - Category 4
SKIN CORROSION - Category 1B
SERIOUS EYE DAMAGE - Category 1
Classification of the
substance or mixture
Flammable liquid and vapor.
Harmful if swallowed.
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
Causes serious eye damage.
Wear protective gloves: > 8 hours (breakthrough time): nitrile rubber. Wear eye or face
protection: Recommended: chemical splash goggles and/or face shield.. Wear
protective clothing: Recommended: 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.. Keep away from heat, hot
surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Use explosionproof electrical, ventilating, lighting and all material-handling equipment. Use only nonsparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Keep container
tightly closed. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands
This material is considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
(29 CFR 1910.1200).This chemical is a pesticide product registered by the
Environmental Protection Agency and is subject to certain labeling requirements
underfederal 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.
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Section 2. Hazards identification
thoroughly after handling.
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.
Store locked up. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
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, di-C8-10-alkyldimethyl, chlorides
Quaternary ammonium compounds, benzyl-C12-16-alkyldimethyl, chlorides
Alcohols, C9-11, ethoxylated
tetrasodium ethylene diamine tetraacetate
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. 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. Flush
contaminated skin with plenty of 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. In case of
inhalation of decomposition products in a fire, symptoms may be delayed. The exposed
person may need to be kept under medical surveillance for 48 hours.
Section 4. First aid measures
Description of necessary first aid measures
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Section 4. First aid measures
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.
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.
In case of inhalation of decomposition products in a fire, symptoms may be delayed.
The exposed person may need to be kept under medical surveillance for 48 hours.
Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed
No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Causes severe burns.(Per OSHA) Causes irreversible skin burns. Harmful if absorbed
through skin. (per US EPA)
Causes serious eye damage.(Per OSHA) Causes irreversible eye damage. (per US
EPA)
Eye contact
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
Specific hazards arising
from the chemical
Flammable liquid and vapor. Runoff to sewer may create fire or explosion hazard. In a
fire or if heated, a pressure increase will occur and the container may burst, with the risk
of a subsequent explosion.
Use dry chemical,
CO₂,
water spray (fog) or foam.
Suitable extinguishing
media
Unsuitable extinguishing
media
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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. Move containers from fire area if this can be done without risk. Use water
spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool.
Hazardous thermal
decomposition products
Decomposition products may include the following materials:
carbon dioxide
carbon monoxide
nitrogen oxides
metal oxide/oxides
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
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. Use spark-proof tools and
explosion-proof equipment. 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). 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. Shut off all ignition sources.
No flares, smoking or flames in hazard area. 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. Use spark-proof tools and
explosion-proof equipment. 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
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. Use only with
adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Do
not enter storage areas and confined spaces unless adequately ventilated. Keep in the
original container or an approved alternative made from a compatible material, kept
tightly closed when not in use. Store and use away from heat, sparks, open flame or
any other ignition source. Use explosion-proof electrical (ventilating, lighting and
material handling) equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary
measures against electrostatic discharges. Keep away from acids. Empty containers
retain product residue and can be hazardous. Do not reuse container.
Precautions for safe handling
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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 a segregated and approved area.
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. Eliminate all ignition sources. Separate from acids. Separate from oxidizing
materials. 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, di-C8-10-alkyldimethyl, chlorides
Quaternary ammonium compounds, benzyl-C12-16-alkyldimethyl,
chlorides
Alcohols, C9-11, ethoxylated
ACGIH TLV (United States, 3/2017).
STEL: 1000 ppm 15 minutes.
OSHA PEL 1989 (United States, 3/1989).
TWA: 1000 ppm 8 hours.
TWA: 1900 mg/m³ 8 hours.
NIOSH REL (United States, 10/2016).
TWA: 1000 ppm 10 hours.
TWA: 1900 mg/m³ 10 hours.
OSHA PEL (United States, 6/2016).
TWA: 1000 ppm 8 hours.
TWA: 1900 mg/m³ 8 hours.
tetrasodium ethylene diamine tetraacetate
Section 8. Exposure controls/personal protection
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: chemical splash goggles and/
or face shield. If inhalation hazards exist, a full-face respirator may be required instead.
Recommended: chemical splash goggles and/or face shield.
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
Use only with adequate ventilation. Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation or
other engineering controls to keep worker exposure to airborne contaminants below any
recommended or statutory limits. The engineering controls also need to keep gas,
vapor or dust concentrations below any lower explosive limits. Use explosion-proof
ventilation equipment.
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
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