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Date of Issue : Sep 1998 1. IDENTIFICATION
General Product Name : HYDROGEN PEROXIDE, AQUEOUS SOLUTIONS, 20 - 60% H2O2 Other Names : POROCIDE BSL3 UN No. : 2014 Dangerous Goods Class : 5.1 Subsidiary Risk : 8 Hazchem Code : 2P Pack Group : II EPG : 31 Poisons Schedule : 5 Uses : This product is designed to add to rinse water to provide taint-free sanitising of all porous food contact surfaces such as wine-making barrels, vats and staves after cleaning.
1.1 Physical Description / Properties
Appearance : Clear, colourless liquid with distinctive odour. Formula : mixture Boiling Point : 105 deg C Melting Point : < 0 deg C Vapour Pressure : N/A Specific Gravity : 1.16 (water = 1) Flash Point : N/A pH : 2.4 (1% soln) Solubility in water : Misc. g/l (25 deg C) Flammability Limits (as percentage volume in air) Lower Explosion Limit : N/A Upper Explosion Limit : N/A 1.2 Other Properties
1.3 Ingredients
2. HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
2.1 Health Effects - Acute Swallowed
Evolution of oxygen may cause bleeding and severe stomach distortion and pain. Eye
Likely to cause severe eye irritation. Skin
Strong skin irritant which may cause redness, rash or blistering. Inhaled
Vapours or mists irritate mucous membranes and respiratory tract. Vapours may cause bronchitis, pneumonia and pulmonary oedema. 2.2 Health Effects - Chronic
No data available
2.3 First Aid
Swallowed
Rinse mouth thoroughly with water immediately. Give water to drink. Do not induce vomiting. If vomiting occurs, wash out mouth with water, provided victim is conscious. Seek immediate medical attention.
Eye
The eyes are particularly sensitive to this product in its concentrated form. Immediately irrigate with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes while holding eyelids open. Seek immediate medical attention.
Skin
Wash contaminated skin with plenty of water immediately. If irritation persists or if swelling, redness or blistering occurs seek medical attention. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
Inhaled
Remove the victim from the source of exposure, and avoid becoming a casualty yourself. Allow patient to assume the most comfortable position. Remove any contaminated clothing and keep the patient warm until fully recovered. Seek medical attention. If the breathing is laboured and the skin turning blue, ensure airways are clear and have a qualified person give oxygen through a face mask. If the breathing has stopped, apply artificial respiration at once. In the event of cardiac arrest, apply external cardiac massage.
First Aid Facilities
Ensure an eye bath and safety shower are available and ready for use.
2.5 Advice to Doctor
Treat symptomatically based on judgement of doctor and individual reactions of patient.
2.6 Toxicity Data
Oral LD50 = not available Dermal LD50 = not available Inhalation LC50 = 2000 mg/m3, 4 hours (Rat) Not classified as a carcinogen by Worksafe .
3. PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
3.1 Exposure Standards
The following exposure standard is recommended : TLV/TWA : 1ppm (1.5 mg/m3) - Worksafe . IDLH value = 75 ppm
3.2 Engineering Controls
Maintain concentration below recommended exposure limit. Self-contained breathing apparatus may be needed for prolonged exposure.
3.3 Personal Protection
Avoid eye and skin contact. If engineering controls and work preactices are not effective in controlling exposure to this material, then the following protective equipment must be worn when handling the concentrate : overalls, chemical goggles or faceshield, rubber boots, PVC, neoprene or nitrile gloves and splash apron. Use with adequate ventilation. If there is a risk of inhalation from controlled use, wear a vapour/mist respirator as specified in AS1715 and AS1716. Always wash hands before smoking, eating, drinking or using the toilet.
3.4 Flammability
Not flammable or explosive. SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
4.1 Storage / Transport
Store in a cool place out of direct sunlight. Store away from organic and combustible materials. Avoid sources of direct heat. Not to be loaded with Class 1, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 5.1, 7, 8 and Class 6 and 9 and substances other than dangerous goods capable of being ignited and burned.
4.2 Packaging / Labelling UN No. 2014 Class 5.1 Sub Risk 8 Hazchem Code 2P Pack Group II EPG No. 31 Shipping Name HYDROGEN PEROXIDE, AQUEOUS SOLUTIONS, 20 - 60% H2O2 Hazard IRRITANT
Risk Phrases R36/38 Irritating to eyes and skin.
Safety Phrases
4.3 Spills and Disposal
Spills
Clean-up personnel should wear full protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus in confined areas. Ensure the contaminated area is well ventilated. Shut off all possible sources of ignition. Clear area of all unprotected personnel.
Small spills - soak up solution with an inert absorbent such as earth, vermiculite or sand. Scoop into sealable containers for disposal. Flush spill area with water. Large spills - Contain solution with an inert absorbent such as earth, vermiculite or sand. Ensure that clean-up is conducted by trained personnel.
Disposal
Dispose of in accordance with all Local, State and Federal regulations at an approved waste disposal facility.
4.4 FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD Fire / Explosion
Not flammable or explosive, however, its other hazardous properties should be considered if it is involved in a fire. Decomposition products include oxygen. Hot containers of this product may rupture violently. Hot product may decompose violently on contact with metals or their salts, dust or other contaminants. Contact with wood, paper, glycerine, hydrazine, alcohol, carbon, oil or resins may produce spontaneous combustion. This product will attack some plastics, rubber and coatings. When stored in clean, non-metal containers below 25 deg C and away from sunlight, this product loses oxygen at the rate of 1% available oxygen per year. Hazardous polymerisation will not occur. This product in its concentrated form should NEVER be stored in sealed vessels. It should always be stored upright in its original or other approved container. All equipment should be maintained in a thoroughly clean condition. NEVER return unused product to its original container. Heating and/or mixing with organic materials may cause a violent reaction. This product will decompose readily liberating oxygen if mixed with tap water, dirt or heavy metals.
Extinguishing Media
Fire-fighters should wear full protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. Fires involving this product should be fought ONLY with water. Chemical extinguishers may accelerate decomposition. 5 OTHER INFORMATION
Other Information
This product breaks down in sunlight in < 30 days.
5.1 Contact Points
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