Safety Data Sheet according to (EC) No 1907/2006

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Revision: 07.12.2010
printing date: 18.07.2012

1. Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

Product identifier:
TURCO 4181
Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against:
Intended use:
Industrial Cleaning Agents
Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet:
Henkel Limited
2 Bishop Square Business Park
AL109EY
Herfordshire Hatfield
Great Britain
Phone:
Fax-no.:

+44 1606 593933

+44 1606 863762

ua-productsafety.uk@uk.henkel.com

Emergency telephone number:

24 Hours Emergency Tel: +44 (0)1442 278497

2. Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture:
Classification (CLP):
No data available.
Classification (DPD):
C - Corrosive
R35 Causes severe burns.
Label elements (CLP):
No data available.

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Label elements (DPD):

C - Corrosive

Risk phrases:
R35 Causes severe burns.
Safety phrases:
S22 Do not breathe dust.
S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
S45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible).
Contains:
Sodium hydroxide
Other hazards:
None if used properly.

3. Composition/information on ingredients
Declaration of the ingredients according to CLP (EC) No 1272/2008:
Hazardous components
CAS-No.
Sodium hydroxide
1310-73-2

EC Number
REACH-Reg No.
215-185-5

content

Classification

> 25 %

Skin corrosion 1A
H314

Only dangerous ingredients for which a CLP classification is already available are displayed in this table.
For full text of the H - statements and other abbreviations see section 16 "Other information".
Substances without classification may have community workplace exposure limits available.
Declaration of ingredients according to DPD (EC) No 1999/45:
Hazardous components
CAS-No.
Sodium hydroxide
1310-73-2

EC Number
REACH-Reg No.
215-185-5

content

Classification

> 25 %

C - Corrosive; R35

For full text of the R-Phrases indicated by codes see section 16 'Other Information'.
Substances without classification may have community workplace exposure limits available.
Declaration of ingredients according to Detergent Regulation 648/2004/EC
<5%

non-ionic surfactants

4. First aid measures

Description of first aid measures:
Inhalation:
Move to fresh air, administer oxygen , keep warm ; hospitalise.

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Skin contact:
Rinse with running water and soap. Apply replenishing cream. Change all contaminated clothing.
Seek medical attention from a specialist.
Eye contact:
Immediately flush eyes with soft jet of water or eye rinse solution for at least 15 minutes. Hold eyelid wide-open. Seek a
doctor/hospital, eye flushing should continue during transportation to a doctor.
Ingestion:
Rinse out mouth, drink 1-2 glasses of water, do not induce vomiting.
Immediate medical treatment necessary.
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed:
Causes burns.

Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed:

See section: Description of first aid measures

5. Firefighting measures
Extinguishing media:
Suitable extinguishing media:
All common extinguishing agents are suitable.
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture:
Formation of toxic gases is possible during heating or in fires.
Advice for firefighters:
Wear protective equipment.
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus.

6. Accidental release measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures:
Avoid dust formation.
Avoid skin and eye contact.
Environmental precautions:
Do not empty into drains / surface water / ground water.
Methods and material for containment and cleaning up:
Remove mechanically.
Dispose of contaminated material as waste according to Chapter 13.
Wash away residue with plenty of water.
Reference to other sections:
See advice in chapter 8

7. Handling and storage

Precautions for safe handling:
Avoid dust formation, vacuum.
Open and handle container with care.
When diluting/dissolving always slowly stir the product into water. Do not add product to hot water or hot solutions. Heating
with vigorous, sudden delayed boiling is possible! Scalding hazard!
See advice in chapter 8
Hygiene measures:
Keep away from food, beverages and animal feed.
The workplace should be equipped with an emergency shower and eye-rinsing facility.

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Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:

Do not use packing made of metal.
Store in a cool, well-ventilated place.
Store in a dry place.
Keep away from highly acidic substances.
Specific end use(s):
Industrial Cleaning Agents

8. Exposure controls/personal protection

Control parameters:
Valid for
Great Britain
Basis
UK EH40 WELs
Ingredient
SODIUM HYDROXIDE
1310-73-2

ppm

mg/m3
2

Type
Short Term Exposure
Limit (STEL):

Category

Remarks
EH40 WEL

Exposure controls:
Engineering controls:
Thorough dedusting.
Respiratory protection:
dust mask when dust is generated
Dust mask, P2 or P3 particle filter.
Hand protection:
Chemical-resistant protective gloves (EN 374). Suitable materials for short-term contact or splashes (recommended: at least
protection index 2, corresponding to > 30 minutes permeation time as per EN 374): Polychloroprene (CR; >= 1 mm
thickness) or natural rubber (NR; >=1 mm thickness) Suitable materials for longer, direct contact (recommended: protection
index 6, corresponding to > 480 minutes permeation time as per EN 374): Polychloroprene (CR; >= 1 mm thickness) or
natural rubber (NR; >=1 mm thickness) This information is based on literature references and on information provided by
glove manufacturers, or is derived by analogy with similar substances. Please note that in practice the working life of
chemical-resistant protective gloves may be considerably shorter than the permeation time determined in accordance with EN
374 as a result of the many influencing factors (e.g. temperature). If signs of wear and tear are noticed then the gloves should
be replaced.
Eye protection:
Goggles which can be tightly sealed.
Skin protection:
Protective clothing that covers arms and legs.

9. Physical and chemical properties

Information on basic physical and chemical properties:
Appearance
solid material
powder
white, yellowish
Odor
odorless

pH

12,50 - 13,60

(20 C (68 F); Conc.: 31 g/l)

Initial boiling point
Flash point
Decomposition temperature
Vapour pressure
Density
Bulk density

No data available.
not applicable
No data available.
No data available.
No data available.
No data available.

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Viscosity
Viscosity (kinematic)
Explosive properties
Solubility (qualitative)
Solidification temperature
Melting point
Flammability
Auto-ignition temperature
Explosive limits
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water
Evaporation rate
Vapor density
Oxidising properties

No data available.
No data available.
No data available.
No data available.
No data available.
No data available.
No data available.
No data available.
No data available.
No data available.
No data available.
No data available.
No data available.

Other information:
No data available.

10. Stability and reactivity

Reactivity:
Reaction with acids: production of heat and carbon dioxide.
Reacts with water: generation of heat.
Chemical stability:
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Possibility of hazardous reactions:
See section reactivity
Conditions to avoid:
No decomposition if used according to specifications.
Hazardous decomposition products:
None if used for intended purpose.
In case of fire toxic gases can be released.

11. Toxicological information

General toxicological information:
The preparation is classified based on the conventional method outlined in Article 6(1)(a) of Directive 1999/45/EC. Relevant
available health/ecological information for the substances listed under Section 3 is provided in the following.
Oral toxicity:
Swallowing will lead to a strong caustic effect on mouth and throat and to the danger of perforation of esophagus and
stomach.
Inhalative toxicity:
Inhalation of dust may be irritating for the respiratory system.
Dermal toxicity:
The product causes corrosion on skin and mucous membranes.
Eye irritation:
very corrosive

Acute toxicity:
Hazardous components
CAS-No.
Sodium hydroxide
1310-73-2

Value
type
LDLo

Value
500 mg/kg

Route of
application
oral

Exposure
time

Species
rabbit

Method

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Germ cell mutagenicity:

Hazardous components
CAS-No.
Sodium hydroxide
1310-73-2

Result

negative

Type of study /
Route of
administration
bacterial forward
mutation assay

Metabolic
activation /
Exposure time
no data

Species

Method

12. Ecological information

General ecological information:
Do not empty into drains / surface water / ground water.
Locally harmful for aquatic and landliving organisms because of high pH and corrosive properties.
The preparation is classified based on the conventional method outlined in Article 6(1)(a) of Directive 1999/45/EC. Relevant
available health/ecological information for the substances listed under Section 3 is provided in the following.
Persistence and degradability:
Degradation of surfactants
The biodegradability of the surfactants contained in the product is in accordance with the requirements of the EU Detergent
Regulation (EC/648/2004).
The surfactants contained in the products are primary biodegradable to at least 90% on average.

Other adverse effects:

If acidic or alkaline products are discharged into wastewater installations care must be taken that the discharged wastewater
has a pH in the range pH 6 - 10, as pH variations could cause disorders in wastewater channels and biological sewage
treatment plants. The local discharge regulations take precedence.

Toxicity:
Hazardous components
CAS-No.

Value
type

Value

Sodium hydroxide
1310-73-2

LC50

189 mg/l

Acute
Toxicity
Study
Fish

Sodium hydroxide
1310-73-2

EC50

> 100 mg/l

Daphnia

Exposure
time

Species

Method

48 h

Leuciscus idus melanotus

OECD Guideline
203 (Fish, Acute
Toxicity Test)
OECD Guideline
202 (Daphnia sp.
Acute
Immobilisation
Test)

Daphnia sp.

13. Disposal considerations

Waste treatment methods:
Product disposal:
In consultation with the responsible local authority, must be subjected to special treatment.
Waste code
The valid EWC waste code numbers are source-related. The manufacturer is therefore unable to specify EWC waste codes
for the articles or products used in the various sectors. The EWC codes listed are intended as a recommendation for users. We
will be happy to advise you.
060204

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14. Transport information

Road transport ADR:
Class:
Packaging group:
Classification code:
Hazard ident. number:
UN no.:
Label:
Technical name:
Tunnelcode:

8
II
C6
80
1823
8
SODIUM HYDROXIDE, SOLID (mixture)
(E)

Railroad transport RID:

Class:
Packaging group:
Classification code:
Hazard ident. number:
UN no.:
Label:
Technical name:
Tunnelcode:

8
II
C6
80
1823
8
SODIUM HYDROXIDE, SOLID (mixture)

Inland water transport ADN:

Class:
Packaging group:
Classification code:
Hazard ident. number:
UN no.:
Label:
Technical name:

8
II
C6
1823
8
SODIUM HYDROXIDE, SOLID (mixture)

Marine transport IMDG:

Class:
Packaging group:
UN no.:
Label:
EmS:
Seawater pollutant:
Proper shipping name:

8
II
1823
8
F-A ,S-B
SODIUM HYDROXIDE, SOLID (mixture)

Air transport IATA:

Class:
Packaging group:
Packaging instructions (passenger)
Packaging instructions (cargo)
UN no.:
Label:
Proper shipping name:

8
II
814
816
1823
8
Sodium hydroxide, solid (mixture)

15. Regulatory information

Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture:
VOC content
0,0 %
(1999/13/EC)

National regulations/information (Great Britain):

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Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH), and related

guidance, e.g COSHH Essentials.
EH40 Occupational Exposure Limits
Chemicals (Hazard Information & Packaging for Supply) Regulations.
The Personnel Protective Equipment at Work Regulations.
The Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road Regulations.
The Health & Safety at Work Act 1974.
(Note: Use latest editions/amendments of above referenced documents.)

16. Other information

The labelling of the product is indicated in Section 2. The full text
of all abbreviations indicated by codes in this safety data sheet are as follows:
R35 Causes severe burns.
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

Further information:
This information is based on our current level of knowledge and relates to the product in the state in which it is delivered. It is
intended to describe our products from the point of view of safety requirements and is not intended to guarantee any
particular properties.