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SAFETY DATA SHEET

Date of Preparation: 12/2014
Date of last review: 10/2015
Section 1 : Chemical Product and Company Identification

Product/Chemical Name : A 50
Chemical Formula : A Blend of Water Treatment Application Materials
Emergency Response No. : 603-8062 1686
Supplier : i-Chem Solution Sdn. Bhd. (721195-X)
No 2, Jalan TPP 5/16,
Taman Perindustrian Puchong,
47160 Puchong,

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Selangor Darul Ehsan,
Malaysia.

Section 2 : Hazards Identification

GHS Classification:

Health Environmental Physical

Acute Toxicity (Oral) ,Category 4 Aquatic Hazard NA

Acute Toxicity (Inhalation),Category 4 (Acute),Category 2
Skin Corrosion, Category 1B
Seriuos Eye Damage,Category 1
Specific Target organ toxicity – single
exposure, Category 3

GHS Label:
Pictograms

Signal word:
Danger

Hazard Statements Precautionary Statements

Harmful if swallowed Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection

Harmful if inhaled IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage vomitting
Causes serious eye damage IF INHALED: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a
May cause respiratory irritation position comfortable for breathing.
Toxic to aquatic life. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
IF IN EYES: Flush eyes with a large amount of water for

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15 minutes. Seek medical attention IMMEDIATELY.
Store in a dry palce. Store in a closed container.
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly
closed
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
Dispose of contents/container to an approved licensed
contractor.

Section 3 : Composition/ Information on Ingredients

Ingredient Name CAS Number % wt

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Caustic Soda Liquid 1310-73-2 48 - 50
Water 7732-18-5 50 - 52

TOTAL 100

Section 4 : First Aid Measures

Inhalation : Fresh air. Summon doctor

Skin Contact : Wash off with plenty of water. Dad with polyethylene glycol 400. Immediately remove
contaminated clothing.
Eye Contact : Rinse out with plenty of water for at least 10 minutes with the eyelid held wide open.
Immediately summon eye specialist.
Ingestion : Make victim drink plenty of water. Avoid vomiting (risk of perforation). Immediately
summon doctor/ Do not attempt to neutralize.

Section 5 : Fire-Fighting Measures

Suitable Extinguishing Media : In adoption to materials stored in the immediate neighborhood.

Special Risks : Hydrogen may form upon contact with light metals (danger of
explosion)
Other information : Non combustible

Section 6 : Accidental Release Measures

Person-related precautionary measures : Do not inhale vapors/aerosols.

Procedures for cleaning/absorption : Take up with liquid-absorbent material (e.g. Chemizord).
Forward for disposal. Clean up affected area.
Additional notes : Render harmless: neutralize with dilute sulfuric acid.

Section 7 : Handling and Storage

Handling : No further requirements
Storage : Tightly closed. Dry. Protected from air. At room temperature
o
(recommendation +15 to 25 C)

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Section 8 : Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
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Specific Control Parameter : Sodium Hydroxide : 2mg/m
Personal Protection Equipment
- Respiratory Protection : Required when vapors/aerosol are generated
- Hand Protection : Required
- Eye Protection : Required
Industrial Hygiene : Immediately change contaminated clothing. Apply skin protective
barrier cream, Wash hands and face after working with substance.

Section 9 : Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance : Liquid
Color : Colorless
Odor : Odorless

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Specific Gravity : 1.45 – 1.55
pH (20% solution) : > 13
Solubility in water : Soluble

Section 10 : Stability and Reactivity

Stability : Stable
Condition to Avoid : No information available
Materials to avoid : Metals, light metals: Formation of hydrogen (risk of explosion)
Hazardous polymerization : Will not occur
Hazardous Decomposition Products : No information available

Section 11 : Toxicology Information

Acute Toxicity LD 50 (oral, rat) : 500mg/kg (calculated on the pure substance)
Acute Toxicity LD 50 (i.p, mouse) : 40mg/kg (calculated on the pure substance)
Toxicologic values are not available due to other dangerous properties of the substance.

Effects of Overexposure:
Skin : Burns, necrosis
Eye : Burns, necrosis. Risk of blindness.
Ingestion : Burns of mouth, mucous membrane and esophagus. Risk of
perforation in the esophagus and stomach. Systemic effect:
collapse, death
Further Data : The product should be handled with the care usual when dealing
with chemicals.

Section 12 : Ecological Information

Ecotoxic Effects : Biological effects: Toxic effect on fish and plankton. Harmful effect due to pH
shift. Death of fish possible. Does not cause biological oxygen deficit.
Neutralization possible in waste water treatment plants.
Fish toxicity : Fish LC50: 189mg/l (1N Solution – 40g/l)
Further Ecologic Data : Do not allow to enter drinking water supplies, waste or soil.
No ecological problems are to be expected when the products is handled and used with due to care and
attention.

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Section 13 : Disposal Considerations

Product : There are no uniform EC Regulations for the disposal of chemicals or residues.
Chemical residues generally count as special waste. The disposal if the latter is
regulated in the EC member countries through corresponding laws and regulations. We
recommend that you contact either the authorities in charge or approved waste
disposal companies which will advise you on how to dispose of special waste.
Packaging : Disposal in compliance with official regulations. Handle contaminated packaging in the
same way as the substance itself. If not officially specified differently, non-contaminated
packaging may be treated like household waste or recycled.

Section 14 : Transport Information

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Land Transport ADR/RID
Rail/Road :8 Number and Letter: 42B
ADR/RID Class :8 Number and Letter: 42B
Name of materials : 1824

River Transport AND/ADNR

Not examined

Sea Transport IMDG

IMDG Class :8 UN-No.: 1824 Packing Group: II
Ems : 8-06 MFAG: 705
Correct technical name : Caustic Soda Liquid 48 – 50%

Air Transport ICAO-TI and IATA-DGR

ICAO/IATA class :8 UN/ID-No.: 1824 Packing Group: II
Correct technical name : Caustic Soda Liquid 48 – 50%

Section 15 : Regulatory Information

Labelling according to EC Directives:

Symbol : C
Name : Corrosive
R-phrases : 35 Causes severe burns
S-phrases : 26-36/37/39-45
In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical
advice. Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. Incase of
accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately.
EC-No. : 215-185-5

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Section 16 : Other Information

Disclaimer:

USERS RESPONSIBILITY
The information and recommendations contained herein cannot cover all possible situations
which the user may experience during processing. Each aspect of your operation should be
examined to determine if, or where, additional precautions may be necessary. All health and
safety information contained in this bulletin should be provided to your employees or customers.
It is your responsibility to use this information to develop appropriate work practice guidelines
and employee instructional programs for your operation.

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DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY
As the conditions or methods of use are beyond our control, we do not assume any responsibility
and expressly disclaim any liability for any use of this material. Information contained herein is
believed to be true and accurate but all statements or suggestions are made without warranty,
expressed or implied, regarding accuracy of the information, the hazards connected with the use
of the material or the results to be obtained from the use thereof. Compliance with all applicable
federal, state and local laws and regulations remains the responsibility of the user.

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