Zep B2683839 User Manual

SAFETY DATA SHEET

ZEP FORMULA 448 4-1GL

Version 5.0

Revision Date 02/24/2020

Print Date 02/15/2021

Material name

:

ZEP FORMULA 448 4-1GL
Material number

:

000000000000120324

Company

:

Zep Inc.

Address

:

350 Joe Frank Harris Parkway, SE
Emerson, GA 30137
Telephone

:

404-352-1680

Emergency telephone numbers

For SDS Information

:

Compliance Services 1-877-428-9937

For a Medical Emergency

:

877-541-2016 Toll Free - All Calls Recorded

For a Transportation
Emergency

:

CHEMTREC: 800-424-9300 - All Calls Recorded.
In the District of Columbia 202-483-7616

Recommended use

:

Specialty Cleaner and Remover
Appearance

liquid

Colour

clear, dark blue

Odour

mild

Skin corrosion

:

Category 1

Serious eye damage

:

Category 1

Specific target organ toxicity ­repeated exposure
(Inhalation)

:

Category 2

Hazard pictograms

:

Signal word

:

Danger

Hazard statements

:

H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or
repeated exposure if inhaled.

Precautionary statements

:

Prevention:
P260 Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray.

SECTION 1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

Manufacturer or supplier's details

Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use

SECTION 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Emergency Overview

GHS Classification

GHS label elements

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P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye
protection/ face protection.

Response:

P301 + P330 + P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT
induce vomiting.
P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off
immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with
water/shower.
P304 + P340 + P310 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air
and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a
POISON CENTER/doctor.
P305 + P351 + P338 + P310 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/doctor.
P314 Get medical advice/ attention if you feel unwell.
P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
Storage:
P405 Store locked up.
Disposal:
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local
regulation.
Substance / Mixture

:

Mixture

Chemical name

CAS-No.

Concentration [%]

2-butoxyethanol

111-76-2

>= 1 - < 5

Sodium metasilicate (disodium salt)

6834-92-0

>= 1 - < 5

tetrasodium ethylenediaminetetraacetate

64-02-8

>= 1 - < 5

Silicic acid, sodium salt

1344-09-8

>= 1 - < 5

Benzenesulfonic acid, C10-16-alkyl derivs.

68584-22-5

>= 1 - < 5

General advice

:

Move out of dangerous area.
Consult a physician.
Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
Do not leave the victim unattended.

If inhaled

:

Consult a physician after significant exposure.
If unconscious, place in recovery position and seek medical
advice.

In case of skin contact

:

Immediate medical treatment is necessary as untreated
wounds from corrosion of the skin heal slowly and with
difficulty.

SECTION 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Hazardous components

The exact percentages of disclosed substances are withheld as trade secrets.

SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES

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Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes.
If on clothes, remove clothes.

In case of eye contact

:

Small amounts splashed into eyes can cause irreversible
tissue damage and blindness.
Rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
Continue rinsing eyes during transport to hospital.
Remove contact lenses.
Protect unharmed eye.
Keep eye wide open while rinsing.
If eye irritation persists, consult a specialist.

If swallowed

:

Clean mouth with water and drink afterwards plenty of water.
Keep respiratory tract clear.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
If symptoms persist, call a physician.
DO NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by a
physician or poison control center.
Take victim immediately to hospital.

Most important symptoms
and effects, both acute and
delayed

:

Effects are immediate and delayed.
Symptoms may include blistering, irritation, burns, and pain.
Effects are dependent on exposure (dose, concentration,
contact time).
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated
exposure if inhaled.
Review section 2 of SDS to see all potential hazards.

Notes to physician

:

Treat symptomatically. Symptoms may be delayed.

Suitable extinguishing media

:

Dry chemical
Water
Foam
Carbon dioxide (CO2)

Unsuitable extinguishing
media

:

High volume water jet

Specific hazards during
firefighting

:

Do not allow run-off from fire fighting to enter drains or water
courses.

Hazardous combustion
products

:

Carbon dioxide (CO2)
Carbon monoxide
Smoke
Nitrogen oxides (NOx)
Sulphur oxides

Specific extinguishing
methods

:

Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local
circumstances and the surrounding environment.
Further information

:

Collect contaminated fire extinguishing water separately. This

SECTION 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

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must not be discharged into drains.
Fire residues and contaminated fire extinguishing water must
be disposed of in accordance with local regulations.

Special protective equipment
for firefighters

:

Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if
necessary.

Personal precautions,
protective equipment and
emergency procedures

:

Use personal protective equipment.
Ensure adequate ventilation.

Environmental precautions

:

Prevent product from entering drains.
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.
If the product contaminates rivers and lakes or drains, inform
respective authorities.

Methods and materials for
containment and cleaning up

:

Soak up with inert absorbent material (e.g. sand, silica gel,
acid binder, universal binder, sawdust).
Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.

Advice on safe handling

:

Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use.
Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
For personal protection see section 8.
Smoking, eating and drinking should be prohibited in the
application area.
Provide sufficient air exchange and/or exhaust in work rooms.
To avoid spills during handling keep bottle on a metal tray.
Dispose of rinse water in accordance with local and national
regulations.

Conditions for safe storage

:

Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated
place.
Observe label precautions.
Electrical installations / working materials must comply with
the technological safety standards.

Materials to avoid

:

Oxidizing agents
Do not freeze.
Do not store near acids.

Components

CAS-No.

Value type
(Form of
exposure)

Control
parameters /
Permissible
concentration

Basis

2-butoxyethanol

111-76-2

TWA

20 ppm

ACGIH

SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Components with workplace control parameters

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