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Material Safety Data Sheet
Printed: 08.11.2004
Revised: 03.11.2004
Lithofin FZ Cleanser
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1 Identification of substance:
Product details:
Trade name: Lithofin FZ Cleanser
Application of the substance / the preparation Cleaning agent/ Cleaner
Distributor:
GranQuartz, L. P.
P.O. Box 2206
Tucker, GA 30085-2206/USA
Information Department:
see above
Emergency Information:
information department
24-Hour Emergency Telephone Number:
1-800-255-3924 (USA & Canada) or 813-248-0585
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2 Composition/Data on components:
Chemical characterization
Description: Cleaner with surfactants
Dangerous components:
Anionic surfactants 2.5-10 %
107-21-1 ethane-1,2-diol 2.5-10 %
RTECS: KW 2975000
497-19-8 sodium carbonate < 2.5 %
TSCA
All ingredients are listed.
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3 Hazards identification
Hazard description: Irritant
Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment
Irritating to eyes.
Classification system
The classification is in line with internationally approved calculation standards. It is expanded,
however, by information from technical literature and by information furnished by supplier companies.
NFPA ratings (scale 0-4)
Health = 1
Fire = 0
Reactivity = 0
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4 First aid measures
General information
Immediately remove any clothing soiled by the product.
After inhalation
Supply fresh air; consult doctor in case of complaints.
After skin contact
Wash with water.
If skin irritation continues, consult a doctor.
After eye contact
First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present.
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Rinse the eyes with open eyelids for 10 - 15 minutes with water. Then consult a doctor or better an
eye specialist.
After swallowing
Do not induce vomiting
Drink plenty of water, but never give anything to an unconscious person.
Seek medical treatment.
Information for doctor
Treatment
Symptomatic treatment
In cases of irritation to the lungs, initial treatment with Dexametason metered aerosol.
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5 Fire fighting measures
Suitable extinguishing agents
The product is not combustible and does not support combustion.
Use fire fighting measures that suit the environment.
Special hazards caused by the material, its products of combustion or resulting gases:
No hazards known
Protective equipment:
Wear self-contained respiratory protective device.
Wear fully protective suit.
Additional information
Dispose of fire debris and contaminated fire fighting water in accordance with official regulations.
Collect contaminated fire fighting water separately. It must not enter the sewage system.
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6 Accidental release measures
Person-related safety precautions:
Ensure adequate ventilation
Wear protective clothing.
Keep unprotected persons away.
Measures for environmental protection:
Do not allow product to reach sewage system or any water course.
Inform respective authorities in case of seepage into water course or sewage system.
Do not allow to penetrate the ground/soil.
In case of seepage into the ground inform responsible authorities.
Measures for cleaning/collecting:
Absorb with liquid-binding material (sand, diatomite, acid binders, universal binders, sawdust).
Send for recovery or disposal in suitable receptacles.
Dispose contaminated material as waste according to item 13.
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7 Handling and storage
Handling
Information for safe handling:
No special precautions are necessary if used correctly.
Information about protection against explosions and fires:
No special measures required.
Storage
Requirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles:
Store receptacles tightly closed at a cool and dry place with sufficient ventilation
Store only in the original receptacle.
Information about storage in one common storage facility:
Store away from foodstuffs.
Store away from feed.
Further information about storage conditions: None.
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8 Exposure controls and personal protection
Additional information about design of technical systems:
No further data; see item 7.
Components with limit values that require monitoring at the workplace:
107-21-1 ethane-1,2-diol
TLV: short-term value: C 100 mg/m³
(H)
Additional information:
The lists that were valid during the creation were used as basis.
Personal protective equipment
General protective and hygienic measures
Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed.
Immediately remove all soiled and contaminated clothing
Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work.
Avoid contact with the eyes.
The usual protective measures based on the application have to be followed.
All protective equipment used shall be according to 29 CFR.1910 Subpart I Personal Protective
Equipment
Breathing equipment:
Not necessary if room is well-ventilated.
A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134 and
ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace
conditions warrant a respirator's use.
Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.
Protection of hands:
Wear chemically resistant protective gloves (tested according to DIN EN 374)
The glove material has to be impermeable and resistant to the product/ the substance/ the
preparation.
Selection of the glove material on consideration of the penetration times, rates of diffusion and the
degradation
After use of gloves apply skin-cleaning agents and skin cosmetics.
Material of gloves
The selection of the suitable gloves does not only depend on the material, but also on further marks of
quality and varies from manufacturer to manufacturer.
Penetration time of glove material
The exact break trough time has to be found out by the manufacturer of the protective gloves and has
to be observed.
Eye protection: Tightly sealed goggles.
Body protection: Protective work clothing.
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9 Physical and chemical properties:
General Information
Form: Liquid
Color: Yellowish
Odor: Pleasant
Value/Range Unit Method
Change in condition
Melting point/Melting range: undetermined
Boiling point/Boiling range: > 90 ° C
Flash point: Not applicable
Auto igniting: Product is not self igniting.
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Danger of explosion: Product does not present an explosion hazard.
Density: at 20 ° C ~ 1.0 g/cm³
Solubility in / Miscibility with Water: Fully miscible
pH-value: at 20 ° C ~ 9-12 in delivery state
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10 Stability and reactivity
Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided:
No decomposition if used and stored according to specifications.
Dangerous reactions No dangerous reactions known
Dangerous products of decomposition:
No dangerous decomposition products known
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11 Toxicological information
Acute toxicity:
LD/LC50 values that are relevant for classification:
No toxicity data are available for the product itself.
Primary irritant effect:
on the skin: No irritant effect.
on the eye: Irritating effect.
Sensitization: No sensitizing effects known.
Additional toxicological information:
The product shows the following dangers according to internationally approved calculation methods for
preparations: Irritant
After swallowing: irritations of mucous membranes in the mouth, pharynx, oesophagus and
gastrointestinal tract.
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12 Ecological information:
Ecotoxical effects:
Acquatic toxicity:
Presently there are no ecotoxicological values available.
Remark: Harmful effects possible due to shift of pH value.
General notes:
Do not allow product to reach ground water, water course or sewage system.
Danger to drinking water if even small quantities leak into the ground.
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13 Disposal considerations
Product:
Recommendation
Must not be disposed of together with household garbage. Do not allow product to reach sewage
system.
Disposal according to instructions of local authorities.
Uncleaned packagings:
Recommendation:
Disposal must be made according to official regulations.
Non contaminated packaging can be used for recycling.
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14 Transport information
DOT regulations:
Hazard class: -
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No hazardous material according to the regulations
Land transport ADR/RID (cross-border)
ADR/RID class: -
No hazardous good according to the regulation.
Maritime transport IMDG:
IMDG Class: -
No hazardous material according to the regulations
Marine pollutant: No
Air transport ICAO-TI and IATA-DGR:
ICAO/IATA Class: -
No hazardous material according to the regulation
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15 Regulations
Cancerogenity categories
EPA (Environmental Protection Agency)
void
IARC (International Agency for Research on Cancer)
void
NTP (National Toxicology Program)
void
TLV (Threshold Limit Value established by ACGIH)
107-21-1 ethane-1,2-diol: A4
MAK (German Maximum Workplace Concentration)
void
NIOSH-Ca (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health)
void
OSHA-Ca (Occupational Safety & Health Administration)
void
Markings according to EU guidelines:
Code letter and hazard designation of product: Irritant
Risk phrases: Irritating to eyes.
Safety phrases:
Keep out of the reach of children.
Avoid contact with eyes.
In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label.
Regulation or reporting requirements USA
Sara section 355
not listed
Sara section 313
107-21-1 ethane-1,2-diol
Prop. 65 - Cancer
not listed
Prop. 65 - Repr. tox.
not listed
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16 Other information:
This information is based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for
any specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship.
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Department issuing MSDS:
KFT-Chemieservice Marienstr. 3 D-64347 Griesheim
Postfach 1451 D-64345 Griesheim
Tel.: +49-6155-823241
Fax: +49-6155-823246
Contact: Angelika Torges
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