8.

Exposure Control/Personal Protection

8.1 Occupational Exposure Limits
3 3
Sodium hydroxide: OSHA PEL and ACGIH TLV = 2 mg/m (ceiling), UK HSE E40 STEL = 2mg/m
8.2 Personal Protection
Respirator Protection: Where engineering controls are impractical, use NIOSH-approved respirator appropriate
SAFETY DATA SHEET for conditions.
Eye Protection: Chemical splash goggles and face shield. Protective Gloves: Rubber.
1. Identification of the Substance and Company Other Protective Clothing and Equipment: Rubber apron and rubber boots.
ProKlenz™ One Engineering Controls/Ventilation: Local exhaust ventilation recommended to maintain air concentrations below
established limits.
High Performance Alkaline Detergent
Product No. 1421 NFPA 704 HAZARD RATING: 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
MSDS No. 1421 HEALTH: 3 Solubility in Water: Complete Specific Gravity: Approximately 1.18 g/ml
FIRE: 0 Physical State/Appearance/Odor: Yellow to amber liquid/soap-like odor.
Prepared by: M. Ebers REACTIVITY: 0 pH (neat): Approximately 13.4 – 13.7 pH (1% w/w solution): Approximately 12.5
[email protected] Odor Threshold, Vapor Pressure, Vapor Density, Evaporation Rate, boiling Point and Freezing Point: Not
Date Created: December 04, 2006 Date Revised: April 6, 2010 Available Coefficient of Water/Oil Distribution: Not Applicable

STERIS Corporation, P. O. Box 147, St. Louis, MO 63166, US 10. Stability and Reactivity
Emergency Telephone No.1-314-535-1395 (STERIS); 1-800-424-9300 (CHEMTREC) Stability: Stable Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Telephone Number for Information: 1-800-444-9009 (Customer Service-Scientific Products) Incompatible Materials: Soft metals such as aluminum, acids, strong oxidizers.
Conditions to Avoid: None known. Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts: COx, SOx
STERIS Limited, STERIS House, Jays Close, Viables, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG22 4AX, UK
Emergency Phone No: +44 (0) 1895 622639 11. Toxicological Information
Product/Technical Information Phone No: +44 (0) 1256 840400 11.1 Acute (Primary Routes of Exposure)
Eyes (Irritancy): Corrosive to eyes.
2. Hazards Identification: Corrosive to eyes and skin. Skin (Irritancy or Sensitization): Contact with skin can result in severe irritation or burns.
Inhalation: Inhalation of solution mists can result in severe respiratory irritation.
3. Composition/Information on Ingredients Ingestion: Can result in severe burns of the mouth, throat, esophagus and stomach with severe damage of
Hazardous Oral LD50 Inhalation LC50
Component(s) % By Wt. CAS No. EU No. Symbol R contacted tissue. Can result in internal bleeding and death.
Phrases 11.2 Long Term Exposure: None known.
1310-73-2 215-185-
Carcinogenicity: IARC, NTP and OSHA do not list this product or its ingredients as carcinogens.
Sodium 10 - 30 C R35 LDLo 240 ug/l (Bluegill)
hydroxide 5 (rabbit) 96 hr TLM Reproductive Toxicity/Tetratogenicity/Mutagenicity/Toxicologically Synergistic Products: ND
500mg/kg
12. Ecological Information: The surfactant(s) contained in this preparation complies (comply) with the
biodegradability criteria as laid down in Regulation (EC) No. 648/2004 on detergents. Data to support this
assertion are held at the disposal of the competent authorities of the Member States and will be made available to
4. First Aid Measures them, at their direct request or at the request of a detergent manufacturer.
Eye Contact: Remove any contact lenses and flush eyes immediately with water for at least 15 minutes. Get
medical attention. 13. Disposal Considerations: Do not contaminate ponds, waterways, or ditches with chemical or used
Skin Contact: Remove any contaminated clothing and flush skin immediately with water for at least 15minutes. containers. Empty containers should be rinsed thoroughly and discarded in an appropriate waste container.
Get medical attention. [Containers may be offered for reconditioning/recycling.] Empty containers should not be used for other purposes.
Inhalation: Remove patient to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Get medical attention. Unused material may be a hazardous waste due to its high pH and subsequent corrosivity. Disposal of unwanted
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Get medical attention. Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious product should be done in accordance with local, state or national legislation. Product may be flushed to a
person. If conscious, drink a large quantity of milk or water. sanitary sewer with copious amounts of water, if in accordance with state, local and federal regulations.

5. Fire-Fighting Measures 14. Transport Information

Conditions of Flammability/Flash Point/Auto-ignition Temperature: NA Product is not flammable or Ground: Sodium Hydroxide Solution, 8, Corrosive, UN 1824, PG II
combustible Upper Flammable Limit: NA Lower Flammable Limit: NA Sea: IMDG Class: Sodium Hydroxide Solution, 8, Corrosive, UN 1824, PG II
Special Hazards: None known. Explodability Data: ND Air: ICAO/IATA Class: Sodium Hydroxide Solution, 8, Corrosive, UN 1824, PG II
Extinguishing Media: Use media appropriate for the primary source of fire.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Use caution when fighting any fire involving chemicals. A self-contained 15. Regulatory Information
breathing apparatus is essential. Hazard Combustion Products: COX, SOX All of the components of the product are on the TSCA inventory or are exempt from TSCA inventory
requirements.
6. Accidental Release Measures: Ensure suitable personal protection during removal of spillages. Spills should USA State Regulations: May contain trace levels of ethylene oxide or formaldehyde
be contained and may be cautiously neutralized with a weak acid solution, or absorbed on appropriate material WHMIS Classification: E – Corrosive Material
and placed in a container for disposal. Wash contaminated areas with large quantities of water to a sanitary This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations
sewer. Washings should be prevented from entering surface water/storm drains. Local regulations should be and the MSDS contains all of the information required by the Controlled Products Regulation.
observed. Australia/New Zealand Classification: HSNO hazard classification: 6.1E, 8.1A, 8.2B, 8.3A, 9.1D
EEC Classification: Corrosive, Harmful Hazard Symbol: C, Xn Risk Phrases: R35: Causes severe burns
7. Handling and Storage Safety Phrases: S1/2: Keep locked up and out of the reach of children. S26: In case of contact with eyes, rinse
7.1 Handling: For industrial use only. Read label before use. Avoid all contact with skin, eyes and mouth. Wear immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S37/S39: Wear suitable gloves and eye/face
appropriate protective clothing [See Section 8.2]. Wash hands and exposed skin thoroughly after use. Launder protection. S45: In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where
contaminated clothing before reuse. possible)
7.2 Storage: Keep in original container. Keep out of reach of children.
ProKlenz™ One
High Performance Alkaline Detergent
Product No. 1421 NFPA 704 HAZARD RATING:
MSDS No. 1421 HEALTH: 3
FIRE: 0
Prepared by: M. Ebers REACTIVITY: 0
[email protected]
Date Created: December 04, 2006 Date Revised: April 6, 2010

STERIS Corporation, P. O. Box 147, St. Louis, MO 63166, US

Emergency Telephone No.1-314-535-1395 (STERIS); 1-800-424-9300 (CHEMTREC)
Telephone Number for Information: 1-800-444-9009 (Customer Service-Scientific Products)

STERIS Limited, STERIS House, Jays Close, Viables, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG22 4AX, UK
Emergency Phone No: +44 (0) 1895 622639
Product/Technical Information Phone No: +44 (0) 1256 840400

This preparation is classified as dangerous as defined by the UK Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging
for Supply) Regulations. These regulations implement a number of EC Directives including the Dangerous
Substances Directive (67/548/EEC and amendments), the Dangerous Preparations Directive (1999/45/EEC and
amendments) and the Safety Data Sheets Directive (91/155/EEC and amendment).

16. Other Information: The information on this sheet is not a specification and does not guarantee specific
properties. The information is intended to provide general knowledge as to health and safety based upon our
knowledge of the handling, storage and use of the product. It is not applicable to unusual or non-standard uses of
the product or where instruction or recommendations are not followed.

NA - Not Applicable ND - No Data