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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET.

  1. IDENTIFICATION OF PRODUCT AND COMPANY

Product name : POLYWAX   polymer wax rinse aid additive

Company : AMTEC Industries, 1 West End Units, Charlesfield Trading Estate,

                            St. Boswells, Melrose, TD6 0HH.

Tel: +44 (0)1835 823750, Fax: +44 (0)8707 052228

2. COMPOSITION/ HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS


Ingredient name                                                 Cas No.                                  Contents             Classification

Nonionic detergent                                    n/a                          <15%                    n/a

Amides, Coco, N-N-bis  ethyl                  68603-42-9             <5%                    Xi;R36/38

Polymer wax                                         5064-31-3                       <5%                 n/a

                               

On available data this preparation is not required to carry a hazard classification according
to EEC directives 88/379/EEC and 79/831/EEC.

This product may cause soreness and irritation in contact with eyes.
Prolonged contact with skin may result in irritation.

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

Exposure route                            Symptoms                                    Treatment
Inhalation
Mists may irritate the breathing passages,
Remove from exposure, rest and keep warm. In severe cases or if recovery is not rapid or complete seek medical attention. 
Skin Contact
Slight irritation.
Drench the skin with plenty of clean water. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. If irritation persists seek medical attention.
Eye contact
Irritation.
Irrigate thoroughly with water for at least 10 minutes. Obtain medical attention.
Ingestion
Irritation of the digestive tract.
Wash out the mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting. If patient is conscious give water to drink. If patient feels unwell seek medical attention.

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

This preparation is stable and non-combustible.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Safety precautions : Wear appropriate PPE - see section 8.

Environmental : Prevent entry into drains and water courses.

Clean up procedures : Spillage's should be contained using soil or other adsorbent material to
prevent contamination of drains and water courses. Waste from spillage's should be disposed of in
accordance to local regulations.
Spilled material may cause surfaces to become slippery.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Store securely in labeled containers.
Keep out of reach of children.
Protect from freezing

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION

Exposure controls : Respiratory protection is not normally required but if spraying applications are
involved  in a confined area appropriate masks should be worn.

Personal protection : Respiratory, wear a simple mask to prevent inhalation of liquid as a vapour.

Hands, the use of suitable PVC gloves is recommended.

Eyes, safety glasses or goggles, (BS2902).

Skin.  Apron, overalls

Hygiene. Always wash thoroughly after handling chemicals.
 

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

State :                 Liquid

Colour :               Pink

pH-value :            7

Boiling point :     100oC

Flash point :        Aqueous solution, not flammable.

Solubility :          Miscible in all proportions.

Density @ 25oC :

Odour :                Slight characteristic.
 

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

This product is stable in excess of one year when stored between 5 O C and 30OC.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Effects : Harmful if swallowed. Irritating to the eyes, may cause slight temporary irritation by all
other routes of exposure.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Soluble in water, readily biodegradable. Do not release the concentrate into surface waters.

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

The product is not classified as hazardous waste.
Disposal of large quantities as waste must always comply with existing EEC, national and
local regulations. Registered waste carriers and licensed disposal sites must be used.

14. Transport considerations

Not classified as hazardous for transportation according to international regulations.

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

This preparation does not carry a hazard classification according to EEC directives
88/379/EEC, 67/548/EEC and 79/831/EEC.
 

16. OTHER INFORMATION

This material is usually used for washing traffic film from vehicles and for cleaning contaminated
hard surfaces.
The information contained in this data sheet does not constitute an assessment of workplace risks.

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