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Solenis New Zealand Ltd Chemwatch Hazard Alert Code: 3

Chemwatch: 1075457 Issue Date: 01/01/2013

Version No: 1.0 Print Date: 04/07/2017
Safety Data Sheet according to HSNO Regulations L.GHS.NZL.EN

SECTION 1 IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE / MIXTURE AND OF THE COMPANY / UNDERTAKING

Product Identifier
Product name Maxigard

Proper shipping name CORROSIVE LIQUID, BASIC, INORGANIC, N.O.S.

Other means of
Not Available
identification

Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Relevant identified
Use according to manufacturer's directions.
uses

Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Registered company
Solenis New Zealand Ltd
name
Address 119 Carbine Rd, PO Box 132-347 Auckland 1644 New Zealand

Telephone 64 9 276 6620

Fax 64 9 276 6690

Website Solenis.com

Email nzorders@solenis.com

Emergency telephone number

Association /
Chemwatch
Organisation

Emergency telephone
0080024362255
numbers

Other emergency
Not Available
telephone numbers

SECTION 2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Classification of the substance or mixture

Considered a Hazardous Substance according to the criteria of the New Zealand Hazardous Substances New Organisms legislation.
Classified as Dangerous Goods for transport purposes.

CHEMWATCH HAZARD RATINGS

Min Max
Flammability 0
Toxicity 2
0 = Minimum
Body Contact 2 1 = Low
Reactivity 2 = Moderate
0
3 = High
Chronic 3 4 = Extreme

Metal Corrosion Category 1, Acute Toxicity (Oral) Category 4, Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1A, Serious Eye Damage
[1] Category 1, Germ cell mutagenicity Category 2, Carcinogenicity Category 2, Reproductive Toxicity Category 1B, Acute
Classification
Aquatic Hazard Category 2

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1. Classified by Chemwatch; 2. Classification drawn from CCID EPA NZ ; 3. Classification drawn from EC Directive 1272/2008 -
Legend:
Annex VI

Determined by
Chemwatch using 6.1D (oral), 6.6B, 6.7B, 6.8A, 8.1A, 8.2A, 8.3A, 9.1D
GHS/HSNO criteria

Label elements

Hazard pictogram(s)

SIGNAL WORD DANGER

Hazard statement(s)
H290 May be corrosive to metals.

H302 Harmful if swallowed.

H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects.

H351 Suspected of causing cancer.

H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child.

H401 Toxic to aquatic life

Precautionary statement(s) Prevention

P201 Obtain special instructions before use.

P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.

P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

P281 Use personal protective equipment as required.

P234 Keep only in original container.

P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

P273 Avoid release to the environment.

Precautionary statement(s) Response

P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.

P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue
P305+P351+P338
rinsing.

P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.

P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.

P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.

P390 Absorb spillage to prevent material damage.

P301+P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.

P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.

Precautionary statement(s) Storage

P405 Store locked up.

Precautionary statement(s) Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations.

SECTION 3 COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Substances
See section below for composition of Mixtures

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Mixtures
CAS No %[weight] Name
7775-19-1 10-15 sodium metaborate
7631-99-4 5-10 sodium nitrate
Not Available 5-10 sodium borate
7632-00-0 1.5-5 sodium nitrite
Not Available 1.5-5 inorganic salts, as

1310-73-2 sodium hydroxide

1344-09-8 sodium metasilicate

SECTION 4 FIRST AID MEASURES

NZ Poisons Centre 0800 POISON (0800 764 766) | NZ Emergency Services: 111

Description of first aid measures

If this product comes in contact with the eyes:

Immediately hold eyelids apart and flush the eye continuously with running water.
Ensure complete irrigation of the eye by keeping eyelids apart and away from eye and moving the eyelids by occasionally
Eye Contact
lifting the upper and lower lids.
Continue flushing until advised to stop by the Poisons Information Centre or a doctor, or for at least 15 minutes.
Transport to hospital or doctor without delay.
Removal of contact lenses after an eye injury should only be undertaken by skilled personnel.
If skin contact occurs:
Immediately remove all contaminated clothing, including footwear.
Skin Contact
Flush skin and hair with running water (and soap if available).
Seek medical attention in event of irritation.

If fumes or combustion products are inhaled remove from contaminated area.

Lay patient down. Keep warm and rested.
Prostheses such as false teeth, which may block airway, should be removed, where possible, prior to initiating first aid
procedures.
Apply artificial respiration if not breathing, preferably with a demand valve resuscitator, bag-valve mask device, or pocket
mask as trained. Perform CPR if necessary.
Transport to hospital, or doctor, without delay.
Inhalation Inhalation of vapours or aerosols (mists, fumes) may cause lung oedema.
Corrosive substances may cause lung damage (e.g. lung oedema, fluid in the lungs).
As this reaction may be delayed up to 24 hours after exposure, affected individuals need complete rest (preferably in
semi-recumbent posture) and must be kept under medical observation even if no symptoms are (yet) manifested.
Before any such manifestation, the administration of a spray containing a dexamethasone derivative or beclomethasone
derivative may be considered.
This must definitely be left to a doctor or person authorised by him/her.
(ICSC13719)

IF SWALLOWED, REFER FOR MEDICAL ATTENTION, WHERE POSSIBLE, WITHOUT DELAY.

For advice, contact a Poisons Information Centre or a doctor.
Urgent hospital treatment is likely to be needed.
In the mean time, qualified first-aid personnel should treat the patient following observation and employing supportive
measures as indicated by the patient's condition.
If the services of a medical officer or medical doctor are readily available, the patient should be placed in his/her care and
a copy of the SDS should be provided. Further action will be the responsibility of the medical specialist.
If medical attention is not available on the worksite or surroundings send the patient to a hospital together with a copy of
Ingestion the SDS.

Where medical attention is not immediately available or where the patient is more than 15 minutes from a hospital
or unless instructed otherwise:
INDUCE vomiting with fingers down the back of the throat, ONLY IF CONSCIOUS. Lean patient forward or place on left
side (head-down position, if possible) to maintain open airway and prevent aspiration.
NOTE: Wear a protective glove when inducing vomiting by mechanical means.

Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

For acute or short-term repeated exposures to highly alkaline materials:
Respiratory stress is uncommon but present occasionally because of soft tissue edema.
Unless endotracheal intubation can be accomplished under direct vision, cricothyroidotomy or tracheotomy may be necessary.
Oxygen is given as indicated.

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The presence of shock suggests perforation and mandates an intravenous line and fluid administration.
Damage due to alkaline corrosives occurs by liquefaction necrosis whereby the saponification of fats and solubilisation of proteins allow deep
penetration into the tissue.
Alkalis continue to cause damage after exposure.
INGESTION:
Milk and water are the preferred diluents
No more than 2 glasses of water should be given to an adult.
Neutralising agents should never be given since exothermic heat reaction may compound injury.
* Catharsis and emesis are absolutely contra-indicated.
* Activated charcoal does not absorb alkali.
* Gastric lavage should not be used.
Supportive care involves the following:
Withhold oral feedings initially.
If endoscopy confirms transmucosal injury start steroids only within the first 48 hours.
Carefully evaluate the amount of tissue necrosis before assessing the need for surgical intervention.
Patients should be instructed to seek medical attention whenever they develop difficulty in swallowing (dysphagia).
SKIN AND EYE:
Injury should be irrigated for 20-30 minutes.
Eye injuries require saline. [Ellenhorn & Barceloux: Medical Toxicology]
For acute or repeated short term exposures to boron and its compounds:
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea and epigastric pain, haematemesis and blue-green discolouration of both faeces and vomitus characterise adult boron
intoxication.
Access and correct any abnormalities found in airway and circulation.
A tidal volume of 10-15 mg/kg should be maintained.
Emesis should be induced unless the patient is in coma, is experiencing seizures or has lost the gag reflex. If any of these are present, gastric lavage
should be performed with a large-bore tube after endotracheal intubation or in the presence of continuous respiratory action.
Activated charcoal is probably not of value though its use might be indicated following gastric evacuation. Catharsis might be useful to eliminate any
borates remaining in the gastro-intestinal tract (magnesium sulfate: adults, 30 gms: children 250 mg/kg).
Peritoneal dialysis and haemodialysis remove some borates.
[Ellenhorn and Barceloux: Medical Toxicology]

The toxicity of nitrates and nitrites result from their vasodilating properties and their propensity to form methaemoglobin.
Most produce a peak effect within 30 minutes.
Clinical signs of cyanosis appear before other symptoms because of the dark pigmentation of methaemoglobin.
Initial attention should be directed towards improving oxygen delivery, with assisted ventilation, if necessary. Hyperbaric oxygen has not demonstrated
conclusive benefits.
Institute cardiac monitoring, especially in patients with coronary artery or pulmonary disease.
Hypotension should respond to Trendelenburg's position and intravenous fluids; otherwise dopamine may be needed.
Naloxone, glucose and thiamine should be given if a multiple ingestion is suspected.
Decontaminate using Ipecac Syrup for alert patients or lavage for obtunded patients who present within 2-4 hours of ingestion.
Symptomatic patients with methaemoglobin levels over 30% should receive methylene blue.(Cyanosis alone, is not an indication for treatment). The
usual dose is 1-2 mg/kg of a 1% solution (10 mg/ml) IV over 5 minutes; repeat, using the same dose if symptoms of hypoxia fail to subside within 1
hour.

[Ellenhorn and Barceloux: Medical Toxicology]

BIOLOGICAL EXPOSURE INDEX - BEI

These represent the determinants observed in specimens collected from a healthy worker who has been exposed at the Exposure Standard (ES or TLV):
Determinant Index Sampling Time Comments
1. Methaemoglobin in blood 1.5% of haemoglobin During or end of shift B,NS,SQ

B: Background levels occur in specimens collected from subjects NOT exposed

NS: Non-specific determinant;also observed after exposure to other materials

SQ: Semi-quantitative determinant - Interpretation may be ambiguous; should be used as a screening test or confirmatory test.

SECTION 5 FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

Extinguishing media
Water spray or fog.
Foam.
Dry chemical powder.
BCF (where regulations permit).
Carbon dioxide.

Special hazards arising from the substrate or mixture

Fire Incompatibility None known.

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Advice for firefighters

Alert Fire Brigade and tell them location and nature of hazard.
Wear full body protective clothing with breathing apparatus.
Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water course.
Use fire fighting procedures suitable for surrounding area.
Fire Fighting
Do not approach containers suspected to be hot.
Cool fire exposed containers with water spray from a protected location.
If safe to do so, remove containers from path of fire.
Equipment should be thoroughly decontaminated after use.

Non combustible.
Not considered a significant fire risk, however containers may burn.
Decomposition may produce toxic fumes of:
Fire/Explosion Hazard
,
nitrogen oxides (NOx)
May emit corrosive fumes.

SECTION 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

See section 8

Environmental precautions
See section 12

Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Drains for storage or use areas should have retention basins for pH adjustments and dilution of spills before discharge or
disposal of material.
Check regularly for spills and leaks.
Clean up all spills immediately.
Minor Spills Avoid breathing vapours and contact with skin and eyes.
Control personal contact with the substance, by using protective equipment.
Contain and absorb spill with sand, earth, inert material or vermiculite.
Wipe up.
Place in a suitable, labelled container for waste disposal.
Clear area of personnel and move upwind.
Alert Fire Brigade and tell them location and nature of hazard.
Wear full body protective clothing with breathing apparatus.
Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water course.
Consider evacuation (or protect in place).
Stop leak if safe to do so.
Major Spills Contain spill with sand, earth or vermiculite.
Collect recoverable product into labelled containers for recycling.
Neutralise/decontaminate residue (see Section 13 for specific agent).
Collect solid residues and seal in labelled drums for disposal.
Wash area and prevent runoff into drains.
After clean up operations, decontaminate and launder all protective clothing and equipment before storing and re-using.
If contamination of drains or waterways occurs, advise emergency services.

Personal Protective Equipment advice is contained in Section 8 of the SDS.

SECTION 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE

Precautions for safe handling

DO NOT allow clothing wet with material to stay in contact with skin
Avoid all personal contact, including inhalation.
Wear protective clothing when risk of exposure occurs.
Use in a well-ventilated area.
Avoid contact with moisture.
Avoid contact with incompatible materials.
When handling, DO NOT eat, drink or smoke.
Safe handling
Keep containers securely sealed when not in use.
Avoid physical damage to containers.
Always wash hands with soap and water after handling.
Work clothes should be laundered separately. Launder contaminated clothing before re-use.
Use good occupational work practice.
Observe manufacturer's storage and handling recommendations contained within this SDS.

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Atmosphere should be regularly checked against established exposure standards to ensure safe working conditions are
maintained.
Store in original containers.
Keep containers securely sealed.
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area.
Store away from incompatible materials and foodstuff containers.
Other information Protect containers against physical damage and check regularly for leaks.
Observe manufacturer's storage and handling recommendations contained within this SDS.
DO NOT store near acids, or oxidising agents
No smoking, naked lights, heat or ignition sources.
|Store between -10 and 27 degC.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Lined metal can, lined metal pail/ can.
Plastic pail.
Polyliner drum.
Packing as recommended by manufacturer.
Check all containers are clearly labelled and free from leaks.
For low viscosity materials
Drums and jerricans must be of the non-removable head type.
Where a can is to be used as an inner package, the can must have a screwed enclosure.
Suitable container For materials with a viscosity of at least 2680 cSt. (23 deg. C) and solids (between 15 C deg. and 40 deg C.):
Removable head packaging;
Cans with friction closures and
low pressure tubes and cartridges
may be used.
-
Where combination packages are used, and the inner packages are of glass, porcelain or stoneware, there must be sufficient
inert cushioning material in contact with inner and outer packages unless the outer packaging is a close fitting moulded plastic
box and the substances are not incompatible with the plastic.

Storage Avoid strong acids, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides and chloroformates.
incompatibility Avoid contact with copper, aluminium and their alloys.

SECTION 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION

Control parameters

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OEL)

INGREDIENT DATA

Source Ingredient Material name TWA STEL Peak Notes

New Zealand Workplace
Exposure Standards sodium hydroxide Sodium hydroxide Not Available Not Available 2 mg/m3 Not Available
(WES)

EMERGENCY LIMITS

Ingredient Material name TEEL-1 TEEL-2 TEEL-3

sodium metaborate Sodium metaborate 6.8 mg/m3 77 mg/m3 460 mg/m3
sodium nitrate Sodium nitrate 4.1 mg/m3 45 mg/m3 270 mg/m3
sodium nitrite Sodium nitrite 6.4 mg/m3 71 mg/m3 240 mg/m3
sodium hydroxide Sodium hydroxide Not Available Not Available Not Available
sodium metasilicate Silicic acid, sodium salt; (Sodium silicate) 5.9 mg/m3 65 mg/m3 390 mg/m3

Ingredient Original IDLH Revised IDLH

sodium metaborate Not Available Not Available
sodium nitrate Not Available Not Available
sodium borate Not Available Not Available
sodium nitrite Not Available Not Available
inorganic salts, as Not Available Not Available
sodium hydroxide 250 mg/m3 10 mg/m3
sodium metasilicate Not Available Not Available

MATERIAL DATA

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For inorganic borates and tetraborates:

No data are currently available to establish a causal link between inhalation exposures to sodium tetraborates and chronic respiratory and/or systemic
effects.
An occupationally important toxic effect of the sodium tetraborates is their acute irritant effect when in contact with skin and the mucous membranes of
the eyes, nose and other sites of the respiratory tract. The irritant properties increase with decreasing water of hydration due to the exothermic effect of
hydration. The TLV-TWA of 1 mg/m3 for the anhydrous and pentahydrate forms and 5 mg/m3 for the decahydrate is thought to be protective against the
acute irritant effects.

for sodium hydroxide:

The TLV-C is recommended based on concentrations that produce noticeable but not excessive, ocular and upper respiratory tract irritation.

Exposure controls
Engineering controls are used to remove a hazard or place a barrier between the worker and the hazard. Well-designed
engineering controls can be highly effective in protecting workers and will typically be independent of worker interactions to
provide this high level of protection.
The basic types of engineering controls are:
Process controls which involve changing the way a job activity or process is done to reduce the risk.
Enclosure and/or isolation of emission source which keeps a selected hazard "physically" away from the worker and
ventilation that strategically "adds" and "removes" air in the work environment. Ventilation can remove or dilute an air
contaminant if designed properly. The design of a ventilation system must match the particular process and chemical or
contaminant in use.
Employers may need to use multiple types of controls to prevent employee overexposure.

Local exhaust ventilation usually required. If risk of overexposure exists, wear approved respirator. Correct fit is essential to
obtain adequate protection. Supplied-air type respirator may be required in special circumstances. Correct fit is essential to
ensure adequate protection.
An approved self contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) may be required in some situations.
Provide adequate ventilation in warehouse or closed storage area. Air contaminants generated in the workplace possess
varying "escape" velocities which, in turn, determine the "capture velocities" of fresh circulating air required to effectively
remove the contaminant.

Type of Contaminant: Air Speed:

0.25-0.5 m/s
solvent, vapours, degreasing etc., evaporating from tank (in still air).
(50-100 f/min.)

Appropriate aerosols, fumes from pouring operations, intermittent container filling, low speed conveyer transfers,
0.5-1 m/s
engineering controls welding, spray drift, plating acid fumes, pickling (released at low velocity into zone of active
(100-200 f/min.)
generation)
direct spray, spray painting in shallow booths, drum filling, conveyer loading, crusher dusts, gas 1-2.5 m/s
discharge (active generation into zone of rapid air motion) (200-500 f/min.)
grinding, abrasive blasting, tumbling, high speed wheel generated dusts (released at high initial velocity 2.5-10 m/s
into zone of very high rapid air motion). (500-2000 f/min.)

Within each range the appropriate value depends on:

Lower end of the range Upper end of the range

1: Room air currents minimal or favourable to capture 1: Disturbing room air currents
2: Contaminants of low toxicity or of nuisance value only. 2: Contaminants of high toxicity
3: Intermittent, low production. 3: High production, heavy use
4: Large hood or large air mass in motion 4: Small hood-local control only

Simple theory shows that air velocity falls rapidly with distance away from the opening of a simple extraction pipe. Velocity
generally decreases with the square of distance from the extraction point (in simple cases). Therefore the air speed at the
extraction point should be adjusted, accordingly, after reference to distance from the contaminating source. The air velocity
at the extraction fan, for example, should be a minimum of 1-2 m/s (200-400 f/min) for extraction of solvents generated in a
tank 2 meters distant from the extraction point. Other mechanical considerations, producing performance deficits within the
extraction apparatus, make it essential that theoretical air velocities are multiplied by factors of 10 or more when extraction
systems are installed or used.

Personal protection

Safety glasses with side shields.

Chemical goggles.
Contact lenses may pose a special hazard; soft contact lenses may absorb and concentrate irritants. A written policy
Eye and face
document, describing the wearing of lenses or restrictions on use, should be created for each workplace or task. This should
protection
include a review of lens absorption and adsorption for the class of chemicals in use and an account of injury experience.
Medical and first-aid personnel should be trained in their removal and suitable equipment should be readily available. In the
event of chemical exposure, begin eye irrigation immediately and remove contact lens as soon as practicable. Lens should

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be removed at the first signs of eye redness or irritation - lens should be removed in a clean environment only after
workers have washed hands thoroughly. [CDC NIOSH Current Intelligence Bulletin 59], [AS/NZS 1336 or national
equivalent]
Skin protection See Hand protection below
Wear chemical protective gloves, e.g. PVC.
Wear safety footwear or safety gumboots, e.g. Rubber
NOTE:
The material may produce skin sensitisation in predisposed individuals. Care must be taken, when removing gloves and
other protective equipment, to avoid all possible skin contact.
Contaminated leather items, such as shoes, belts and watch-bands should be removed and destroyed.
The selection of suitable gloves does not only depend on the material, but also on further marks of quality which vary from
manufacturer to manufacturer. Where the chemical is a preparation of several substances, the resistance of the glove
material can not be calculated in advance and has therefore to be checked prior to the application.
The exact break through time for substances has to be obtained from the manufacturer of the protective gloves and has to
be observed when making a final choice.
Personal hygiene is a key element of effective hand care. Gloves must only be worn on clean hands. After using gloves,
hands should be washed and dried thoroughly. Application of a non-perfumed moisturizer is recommended.
Suitability and durability of glove type is dependent on usage. Important factors in the selection of gloves include:
· frequency and duration of contact,
· chemical resistance of glove material,
· glove thickness and
· dexterity
Select gloves tested to a relevant standard (e.g. Europe EN 374, US F739, AS/NZS 2161.1 or national equivalent).
· When prolonged or frequently repeated contact may occur, a glove with a protection class of 5 or higher
(breakthrough time greater than 240 minutes according to EN 374, AS/NZS 2161.10.1 or national equivalent) is
Hands/feet protection recommended.
· When only brief contact is expected, a glove with a protection class of 3 or higher (breakthrough time greater
than 60 minutes according to EN 374, AS/NZS 2161.10.1 or national equivalent) is recommended.
· Some glove polymer types are less affected by movement and this should be taken into account when
considering gloves for long-term use.
· Contaminated gloves should be replaced.
For general applications, gloves with a thickness typically greater than 0.35 mm, are recommended.
It should be emphasised that glove thickness is not necessarily a good predictor of glove resistance to a specific chemical,
as the permeation efficiency of the glove will be dependent on the exact composition of the glove material. Therefore, glove
selection should also be based on consideration of the task requirements and knowledge of breakthrough times.
Glove thickness may also vary depending on the glove manufacturer, the glove type and the glove model. Therefore, the
manufacturers’ technical data should always be taken into account to ensure selection of the most appropriate glove for the
task.
Note: Depending on the activity being conducted, gloves of varying thickness may be required for specific tasks. For
example:
· Thinner gloves (down to 0.1 mm or less) may be required where a high degree of manual dexterity is needed.
However, these gloves are only likely to give short duration protection and would normally be just for single use
applications, then disposed of.
· Thicker gloves (up to 3 mm or more) may be required where there is a mechanical (as well as a chemical) risk
i.e. where there is abrasion or puncture potential
Gloves must only be worn on clean hands. After using gloves, hands should be washed and dried thoroughly. Application of a
non-perfumed moisturiser is recommended.

Body protection See Other protection below

Overalls.
PVC Apron.
Other protection PVC protective suit may be required if exposure severe.
Eyewash unit.
Ensure there is ready access to a safety shower.

Thermal hazards Not Available

Recommended material(s) Respiratory protection

GLOVE SELECTION INDEX Particulate. (AS/NZS 1716 & 1715, EN 143:2000 & 149:001, ANSI Z88 or
Glove selection is based on a modified presentation of the: national equivalent)
"Forsberg Clothing Performance Index". Where the concentration of gas/particulates in the breathing zone,
The effect(s) of the following substance(s) are taken into account in the approaches or exceeds the "Exposure Standard" (or ES), respiratory
computer-generated selection: protection is required.
Maxigard Degree of protection varies with both face-piece and Class of filter; the
nature of protection varies with Type of filter.
Material CPI
BUTYL A Required Minimum Half-Face Full-Face Powered Air
Protection Factor Respirator Respirator Respirator
NAT+NEOPR+NITRILE A
-PAPR-AUS /
NATURAL RUBBER A up to 10 x ES -AUS P2 -
Class 1 P2

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NATURAL+NEOPRENE A -AUS / Class 1

up to 50 x ES - -
P2
NEOPRENE A
up to 100 x ES - -2 P2 -PAPR-2 P2 ^
NEOPRENE/NATURAL A
NITRILE A ^ - Full-face
A(All classes) = Organic vapours, B AUS or B1 = Acid gasses, B2 = Acid
NITRILE+PVC A
gas or hydrogen cyanide(HCN), B3 = Acid gas or hydrogen cyanide(HCN),
PE A E = Sulfur dioxide(SO2), G = Agricultural chemicals, K = Ammonia(NH3),
PE/EVAL/PE A Hg = Mercury, NO = Oxides of nitrogen, MB = Methyl bromide, AX = Low
boiling point organic compounds(below 65 degC)
PVC A
SARANEX-23 2-PLY A
SARANEX-23 A
TEFLON A
VITON/CHLOROBUTYL A

* CPI - Chemwatch Performance Index

A: Best Selection
B: Satisfactory; may degrade after 4 hours continuous immersion
C: Poor to Dangerous Choice for other than short term immersion
NOTE: As a series of factors will influence the actual performance of the
glove, a final selection must be based on detailed observation. -
* Where the glove is to be used on a short term, casual or infrequent
basis, factors such as "feel" or convenience (e.g. disposability), may
dictate a choice of gloves which might otherwise be unsuitable following
long-term or frequent use. A qualified practitioner should be consulted.

SECTION 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Appearance Liquid; mixes with water.

Relative density
Physical state Liquid 1.274
(Water = 1)
Partition coefficient
Odour Not Available Not Available
n-octanol / water
Auto-ignition
Odour threshold Not Available Not Applicable
temperature (°C)

Decomposition
pH (as supplied) 12 Not Available
temperature

Melting point /
-23 Viscosity (cSt) Not Available
freezing point (°C)
Initial boiling point Molecular weight
100 Not Applicable
and boiling range (°C) (g/mol)

Flash point (°C) Not Applicable Taste Not Available

Evaporation rate <1 (ethyl ether=1) Explosive properties Not Available

Flammability Not Applicable Oxidising properties Not Available

Upper Explosive Limit Surface Tension

Not Applicable Not Available
(%) (dyn/cm or mN/m)
Lower Explosive Limit Volatile Component
Not Applicable Negligible
(%) (%vol)
Vapour pressure (kPa) 2.3 @ 25 degC Gas group Not Available

Solubility in water
Miscible pH as a solution (1%) Not Available
(g/L)

Vapour density (Air =

>1 VOC g/L Not Applicable
1)

SECTION 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Reactivity See section 7

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Unstable in the presence of incompatible materials.

Chemical stability Product is considered stable.
Hazardous polymerisation will not occur.

Possibility of
See section 7
hazardous reactions

Conditions to avoid See section 7

Incompatible materials See section 7

Hazardous
decomposition See section 5
products

SECTION 11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Information on toxicological effects

Inhalation of vapours or aerosols (mists, fumes), generated by the material during the course of normal handling, may
produce toxic effects.
Limited evidence or practical experience suggests that the material may produce irritation of the respiratory system, in a
significant number of individuals, following inhalation. In contrast to most organs, the lung is able to respond to a chemical
insult by first removing or neutralising the irritant and then repairing the damage. The repair process, which initially evolved to
protect mammalian lungs from foreign matter and antigens, may however, produce further lung damage resulting in the
impairment of gas exchange, the primary function of the lungs. Respiratory tract irritation often results in an inflammatory
response involving the recruitment and activation of many cell types, mainly derived from the vascular system.
Inhaled
Inhalation of alkaline corrosives may produce irritation of the respiratory tract with coughing, choking, pain and mucous
membrane damage. Pulmonary oedema may develop in more severe cases; this may be immediate or in most cases
following a latent period of 5-72 hours. Symptoms may include a tightness in the chest, dyspnoea, frothy sputum, cyanosis
and dizziness. Findings may include hypotension, a weak and rapid pulse and moist rales.
Borates, as represented by borax, may act as simple respiratory irritants. In a study of the respiratory effects of borax dust
on active borax workers, the incidence of respiratory symptoms, pulmonary function and abnormalities of chest radiographs
were related to estimated exposures. Dryness of the mouth, nose or throat, dry cough, nose bleeds, sore throat, productive
cough, shortness of breath and chest tightness were related to exposures of 4 mg/m3 or more
Accidental ingestion of the material may be harmful; animal experiments indicate that ingestion of less than 150 gram may
be fatal or may produce serious damage to the health of the individual.
Symptoms of borate poisoning include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, epigastric pain. These may be accompanied headache,
weakness and a distinctive red skin rash. In severe cases there may be shock, increased heart rate and the skin may
appear blue. Vomiting (which may be violent) is often persistent and vomitus and faeces may contain blood. Weakness,
lethargy, headache, restlessness, tremors and intermittent convulsions may also occur. Poisoning produces central nervous
system stimulation followed by depression, gastrointestinal disturbance (haemorrhagic gastro-enteritis), erythematous skin
eruptions (giving rise to a boiled lobster appearance) and may also involve kidneys (producing oliguria, albuminuria, anuria)
and, rarely, liver (hepatomegaly, jaundice). Toxic symptoms may be delayed for several hours.
Ingested borates are readily absorbed and do not appear to be metabolised via the liver. Excretion occurs mainly through the
kidneys in the urine with about half excreted in the first 12 hours and the remainder over 5-12 days. Borates are excreted
primarily in the urine regardless of the route of administration.
The borates (tetra-, di-, meta, or ortho- salts, in contrast to perborates) once solubilised in the acid of gastric juices, cannot
be distinguished from each other on chemical or toxicological grounds. In humans acute gastroenteric (or percutaneous
Ingestion
absorption of as little as 1 gm of sodium borate can result in severe gastrointestinal irritation, kidney damage. In adults the
mean lethal dose of sodium borate or boric acid probably exceeds 30 gms (Gosselin) and death occurs due to vascular
collapse in the early stages or to central nervous system depression in later stages.
Children are thought to be more susceptible to the effects of borate intoxication.
The substance and/or its metabolites may bind to haemoglobin inhibiting normal uptake of oxygen. This condition, known as
"methaemoglobinemia", is a form of oxygen starvation (anoxia).
Symptoms include cyanosis (a bluish discolouration skin and mucous membranes) and breathing difficulties. Symptoms
may not be evident until several hours after exposure.
At about 15% concentration of blood methaemoglobin there is observable cyanosis of the lips, nose and earlobes.
Symptoms may be absent although euphoria, flushed face and headache are commonly experienced. At 25-40%, cyanosis
is marked but little disability occurs other than that produced on physical exertion. At 40-60%, symptoms include weakness,
dizziness, lightheadedness, increasingly severe headache, ataxia, rapid shallow respiration, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting,
confusion, lethargy and stupor. Above 60% symptoms include dyspnea, respiratory depression, tachycardia or bradycardia,
and convulsions. Levels exceeding 70% may be fatal.

Limited evidence exists, or practical experience predicts, that the material either produces inflammation of the skin in a
substantial number of individuals following direct contact, and/or produces significant inflammation when applied to the
healthy intact skin of animals, for up to four hours, such inflammation being present twenty-four hours or more after the end
of the exposure period. Skin irritation may also be present after prolonged or repeated exposure; this may result in a form of
Skin Contact contact dermatitis (nonallergic). The dermatitis is often characterised by skin redness (erythema) and swelling (oedema)
which may progress to blistering (vesiculation), scaling and thickening of the epidermis. At the microscopic level there may
be intercellular oedema of the spongy layer of the skin (spongiosis) and intracellular oedema of the epidermis.
Open cuts, abraded or irritated skin should not be exposed to this material
Entry into the blood-stream through, for example, cuts, abrasions, puncture wounds or lesions, may produce systemic injury

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with harmful effects. Examine the skin prior to the use of the material and ensure that any external damage is suitably
protected.
Evidence exists, or practical experience predicts, that the material may cause eye irritation in a substantial number of
individuals and/or may produce significant ocular lesions which are present twenty-four hours or more after instillation into the
Eye eye(s) of experimental animals.
Repeated or prolonged eye contact may cause inflammation characterised by temporary redness (similar to windburn) of the
conjunctiva (conjunctivitis); temporary impairment of vision and/or other transient eye damage/ulceration may occur.
Strong evidence exists that the substance may cause irreversible but non-lethal mutagenic effects following a single
exposure.

There is sufficient evidence to provide a strong presumption that human exposure to the material may result in impaired
fertility on the basis of: - clear evidence in animal studies of impaired fertility in the absence of toxic effects, or evidence of
impaired fertility occurring at around the same dose levels as other toxic effects but which is not a secondary non-specific
consequence of other toxic effects.
There is sufficient evidence to provide a strong presumption that human exposure to the material may result in
developmental toxicity, generally on the basis of:
- clear results in appropriate animal studies where effects have been observed in the absence of marked maternal toxicity, or
at around the same dose levels as other toxic effects but which are not secondary non-specific consequences of the other
toxic effects.
Exposure to the material may result in a possible risk of irreversible effects. The material may produce mutagenic effects in
man. This concern is raised, generally, on the basis of
appropriate studies using mammalian somatic cells in vivo. Such findings are often supported by positive results from in
vitro mutagenicity studies.
Limited evidence suggests that repeated or long-term occupational exposure may produce cumulative health effects
involving organs or biochemical systems.
There exists limited evidence that shows that skin contact with the material is capable either of inducing a sensitisation
Chronic
reaction in a significant number of individuals, and/or of producing positive response in experimental animals.
Chronic poisoning by borates may be characterised gastrointestinal disturbances and skin rash. Chronic absorption of small
amounts of borax causes mild gastroenteritis and dermatitis.
Chronic feeding studies involving borate administration to rats and dogs leads to accumulation in the testes, germ cell
depletion and testicular atrophy. Hair loss in a young woman was traced to chronic ingestion of boric acid-containing
mouthwashes whilst hair loss, dermatitis, gastric ulcer and hypoplastic anaemia in an adult male was attributed to the
consumption of an uncharacterised "boric tartrate" for 20 years (symptoms disappeared following withdrawal). Repeated
ingestion or inhalation of sub-acute doses of boric acid produces gastrointestinal irritation and disturbance, loss of appetite,
disturbed digestion, nausea and vomiting, erythematous rash which may become hard and purpuric, dryness of the skin and
mucous membranes, reddening of the tongue, cracking of the lips, conjunctivitis, palpebral oedema and kidney injury.
Workers exposed to dust levels containing in excess of 31 mg/m3 boric acid, showed atrophic and subatrophic changes of
the respiratory mucous membranes. Prolonged ingestion by animals produces a variety of reproductive effects including
changes to the ovaries, fallopian tubes, the testes, epididymis and sperm ducts.
Repeated or prolonged exposure to corrosives may result in the erosion of teeth, inflammatory and ulcerative changes in the
mouth and necrosis (rarely) of the jaw. Bronchial irritation, with cough, and frequent attacks of bronchial pneumonia may
ensue. Gastrointestinal disturbances may also occur. Chronic exposures may result in dermatitis and/or conjunctivitis.
On the basis, primarily, of animal experiments, concern has been expressed by at least one classification body that the
material may produce carcinogenic or mutagenic effects; in respect of the available information, however, there presently
exists inadequate data for making a satisfactory assessment.

TOXICITY IRRITATION
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Not Available Not Available

TOXICITY IRRITATION

sodium metaborate Dermal (rabbit) LD50: >2000 mg/kg[1] Not Available

Oral (rat) LD50: >250 mg/kg[1]

TOXICITY IRRITATION
[1] Not Available
sodium nitrate dermal (rat) LD50: >5000 mg/kg
[2]
Oral (rat) LD50: 1267 mg/kg

TOXICITY IRRITATION
sodium nitrite
Oral (rat) LD50: 157.9 mg/kg[2] Eye (rabbit): 500 mg/24hr - mild

TOXICITY IRRITATION

Not Available Eye (rabbit): 0.05 mg/24h SEVERE

sodium hydroxide Eye (rabbit):1 mg/24h SEVERE

Eye (rabbit):1 mg/30s rinsed-SEVERE

Skin (rabbit): 500 mg/24h SEVERE

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TOXICITY IRRITATION

sodium metasilicate dermal (rat) LD50: >5000 mg/kg[1] Skin (human): 250 mg/24h SEVERE
[2] Skin (rabbit): 250 mg/24h SEVERE
Oral (rat) LD50: 1153 mg/kgE

Legend: 1. Value obtained from Europe ECHA Registered Substances - Acute toxicity 2.* Value obtained from manufacturer's SDS.
Unless otherwise specified data extracted from RTECS - Register of Toxic Effect of chemical Substances

SODIUM METABORATE anhydrous: for octahydrate

SODIUM NITRITE Tumorigenic - Carcinogenic by RTECS criteria.

The material may produce severe irritation to the eye causing pronounced inflammation. Repeated or prolonged exposure to
irritants may produce conjunctivitis.
SODIUM HYDROXIDE The material may produce severe skin irritation after prolonged or repeated exposure, and may produce a contact dermatitis
(nonallergic). This form of dermatitis is often characterised by skin redness (erythema) thickening of the epidermis.
Histologically there may be intercellular oedema of the spongy layer (spongiosis) and intracellular oedema of the epidermis.
Prolonged contact is unlikely, given the severity of response, but repeated exposures may produce severe ulceration.
The material may cause skin irritation after prolonged or repeated exposure and may produce a contact dermatitis
SODIUM METASILICATE (nonallergic). This form of dermatitis is often characterised by skin redness (erythema) and swelling epidermis. Histologically
there may be intercellular oedema of the spongy layer (spongiosis) and intracellular oedema of the epidermis.

Asthma-like symptoms may continue for months or even years after exposure to the material ceases. This may be due to a
non-allergenic condition known as reactive airways dysfunction syndrome (RADS) which can occur following exposure to high
levels of highly irritating compound. Key criteria for the diagnosis of RADS include the absence of preceding respiratory
SODIUM METABORATE
disease, in a non-atopic individual, with abrupt onset of persistent asthma-like symptoms within minutes to hours of a
& SODIUM NITRATE &
documented exposure to the irritant. A reversible airflow pattern, on spirometry, with the presence of moderate to severe
SODIUM HYDROXIDE
bronchial hyperreactivity on methacholine challenge testing and the lack of minimal lymphocytic inflammation, without
& SODIUM
eosinophilia, have also been included in the criteria for diagnosis of RADS. RADS (or asthma) following an irritating inhalation
METASILICATE
is an infrequent disorder with rates related to the concentration of and duration of exposure to the irritating substance.
Industrial bronchitis, on the other hand, is a disorder that occurs as result of exposure due to high concentrations of irritating
substance (often particulate in nature) and is completely reversible after exposure ceases. The disorder is characterised by
dyspnea, cough and mucus production.

SODIUM NITRITE & The material may be irritating to the eye, with prolonged contact causing inflammation. Repeated or prolonged exposure to
SODIUM METASILICATE irritants may produce conjunctivitis.

Acute Toxicity Carcinogenicity

Skin
Reproductivity
Irritation/Corrosion

Serious Eye STOT - Single

Damage/Irritation Exposure

Respiratory or Skin STOT - Repeated

sensitisation Exposure
Mutagenicity Aspiration Hazard

Legend: – Data available but does not fill the criteria for classification
– Data available to make classification
– Data Not Available to make classification

SECTION 12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Toxicity

ENDPOINT TEST DURATION (HR) SPECIES VALUE SOURCE

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Not Applicable Not Applicable
Applicable Applicable Applicable

ENDPOINT TEST DURATION (HR) SPECIES VALUE SOURCE

LC50 96 Fish 74mg/L 2

sodium metaborate
EC50 72 Algae or other aquatic plants 54mg/L 2
NOEC 768 Fish 0.1mg/L 2

ENDPOINT TEST DURATION (HR) SPECIES VALUE SOURCE

sodium nitrate
LC50 96 Fish 213.366mg/L 3

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EC50 96 Algae or other aquatic plants 1181.887mg/L 3

NOEC 2880 Fish 1.6mg/L 4

ENDPOINT TEST DURATION (HR) SPECIES VALUE SOURCE

LC50 96 Fish 0.048mg/L 4

sodium nitrite EC50 48 Crustacea ca.12.5100mg/L 1

EC50 96 Algae or other aquatic plants 12.537mg/L 3

NOEC 2 Fish 0.02mg/L 4

ENDPOINT TEST DURATION (HR) SPECIES VALUE SOURCE

LC50 96 Fish 4.16158mg/L 3

sodium hydroxide
EC50 96 Algae or other aquatic plants 1034.10043mg/L 3
NOEC 96 Fish 56mg/L 4

ENDPOINT TEST DURATION (HR) SPECIES VALUE SOURCE

sodium metasilicate LC50 96 Fish 1800mg/L 4

NOEC 96 Fish >=1000mg/L 1

Legend: Extracted from 1. IUCLID Toxicity Data 2. Europe ECHA Registered Substances - Ecotoxicological Information - Aquatic
Toxicity 3. EPIWIN Suite V3.12 (QSAR) - Aquatic Toxicity Data (Estimated) 4. US EPA, Ecotox database - Aquatic Toxicity
Data 5. ECETOC Aquatic Hazard Assessment Data 6. NITE (Japan) - Bioconcentration Data 7. METI (Japan) - Bioconcentration
Data 8. Vendor Data

Toxic to aquatic organisms.

Do NOT allow product to come in contact with surface waters or to intertidal areas below the mean high water mark. Do not contaminate water when
cleaning equipment or disposing of equipment wash-waters.
Wastes resulting from use of the product must be disposed of on site or at approved waste sites.
Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water courses.
DO NOT discharge into sewer or waterways.

Persistence and degradability

Ingredient Persistence: Water/Soil Persistence: Air
sodium nitrate LOW LOW
sodium nitrite LOW LOW
sodium hydroxide LOW LOW

Bioaccumulative potential
Ingredient Bioaccumulation
sodium nitrate LOW (LogKOW = 0.209)
sodium nitrite LOW (LogKOW = 0.0564)

sodium hydroxide LOW (LogKOW = -3.8796)

Mobility in soil
Ingredient Mobility
sodium nitrate LOW (KOC = 14.3)
sodium nitrite LOW (KOC = 23.74)
sodium hydroxide LOW (KOC = 14.3)

SECTION 13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Waste treatment methods

Containers may still present a chemical hazard/ danger when empty.
Return to supplier for reuse/ recycling if possible.
Product / Packaging Otherwise:
disposal If container can not be cleaned sufficiently well to ensure that residuals do not remain or if the container cannot be used to
store the same product, then puncture containers, to prevent re-use, and bury at an authorised landfill.
Where possible retain label warnings and SDS and observe all notices pertaining to the product.

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Legislation addressing waste disposal requirements may differ by country, state and/ or territory. Each user must refer to
laws operating in their area. In some areas, certain wastes must be tracked.
A Hierarchy of Controls seems to be common - the user should investigate:
Reduction
Reuse
Recycling
Disposal (if all else fails)
This material may be recycled if unused, or if it has not been contaminated so as to make it unsuitable for its intended use.
If it has been contaminated, it may be possible to reclaim the product by filtration, distillation or some other means. Shelf life
considerations should also be applied in making decisions of this type. Note that properties of a material may change in use,
and recycling or reuse may not always be appropriate.
DO NOT allow wash water from cleaning or process equipment to enter drains.
It may be necessary to collect all wash water for treatment before disposal.
In all cases disposal to sewer may be subject to local laws and regulations and these should be considered first.
Where in doubt contact the responsible authority.
Recycle wherever possible.
Consult manufacturer for recycling options or consult local or regional waste management authority for disposal if no
suitable treatment or disposal facility can be identified.
Treat and neutralise at an approved treatment plant.
Treatment should involve: Neutralisation with suitable dilute acid followed by: burial in a land-fill specifically licensed to
accept chemical and / or pharmaceutical wastes or Incineration in a licensed apparatus (after admixture with suitable
combustible material).
Decontaminate empty containers. Observe all label safeguards until containers are cleaned and destroyed.

Ensure that the disposal of material is carried out in accordance with Hazardous Substances (Disposal) Regulations 2001.

SECTION 14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Labels Required

Marine Pollutant NO

HAZCHEM 2X

Land transport (UN)

UN number 3266

UN proper shipping
CORROSIVE LIQUID, BASIC, INORGANIC, N.O.S.
name

Transport hazard Class 8

class(es) Subrisk Not Applicable

Packing group III

Environmental hazard Not Applicable

Special precautions Special provisions 223; 274

for user Limited quantity 5L

Air transport (ICAO-IATA / DGR)

UN number 3266

UN proper shipping
Corrosive liquid, basic, inorganic, n.o.s. *
name

ICAO/IATA Class 8
Transport hazard
ICAO / IATA Subrisk Not Applicable
class(es)
ERG Code 8L

Packing group III

Environmental hazard Not Applicable

Special precautions Special provisions A3A803

for user Cargo Only Packing Instructions 856

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Cargo Only Maximum Qty / Pack 60 L

Passenger and Cargo Packing Instructions 852

Passenger and Cargo Maximum Qty / Pack 5L
Passenger and Cargo Limited Quantity Packing Instructions Y841
Passenger and Cargo Limited Maximum Qty / Pack 1L

Sea transport (IMDG-Code / GGVSee)

UN number 3266

UN proper shipping
CORROSIVE LIQUID, BASIC, INORGANIC, N.O.S.
name

Transport hazard IMDG Class 8

class(es) IMDG Subrisk Not Applicable

Packing group III

Environmental hazard Not Applicable

EMS Number F-A , S-B

Special precautions
Special provisions 223 274
for user
Limited Quantities 5L

Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL and the IBC code

Not Applicable

SECTION 15 REGULATORY INFORMATION

Safety, health and environmental regulations / legislation specific for the substance or mixture
This substance is to be managed using the conditions specified in an applicable Group Standard

HSR Number Group Standard

HSR100425 Pharmaceutical Active Ingredients Group Standard 2010

SODIUM METABORATE(7775-19-1) IS FOUND ON THE FOLLOWING REGULATORY LISTS

New Zealand Inventory of Chemicals (NZIoC)

SODIUM NITRATE(7631-99-4) IS FOUND ON THE FOLLOWING REGULATORY LISTS

New Zealand Hazardous Substances and New Organisms (HSNO) Act - New Zealand Inventory of Chemicals (NZIoC)
Classification of Chemicals

SODIUM NITRITE(7632-00-0) IS FOUND ON THE FOLLOWING REGULATORY LISTS

International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) - Agents Classified New Zealand Inventory of Chemicals (NZIoC)
by the IARC Monographs
New Zealand Hazardous Substances and New Organisms (HSNO) Act -
Classification of Chemicals

SODIUM HYDROXIDE(1310-73-2) IS FOUND ON THE FOLLOWING REGULATORY LISTS

New Zealand Hazardous Substances and New Organisms (HSNO) Act - New Zealand Workplace Exposure Standards (WES)
Classification of Chemicals
New Zealand Inventory of Chemicals (NZIoC)

SODIUM METASILICATE(1344-09-8) IS FOUND ON THE FOLLOWING REGULATORY LISTS

New Zealand Hazardous Substances and New Organisms (HSNO) Act - New Zealand Inventory of Chemicals (NZIoC)
Classification of Chemicals

Location Test Certificate

Subject to Regulation 55 of the Hazardous Substances (Classes 1 to 5 Controls) Regulations, a location test certificate is required when quantity greater
than or equal to those indicated below are present.

Quantity beyond which controls apply for closed Quantity beyond which controls apply when use occurring in
Hazard Class
containers open containers
Not Applicable Not Applicable Not Applicable

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Approved Handler
Subject to Regulation 56 of the Hazardous Substances (Classes 1 to 5 Controls) Regulations and Regulation 9 of the Hazardous Substances (Classes 6,
8, and 9 Controls) Regulations, the substance must be under the personal control of an Approved Handler when present in a quantity greater than or
equal to those indicated below.

Class of substance Quantities

8.2A Any quantity

Refer Group Standards for further information

Tracking Requirements
Not Applicable

National Inventory Status

Australia - AICS Y
Canada - DSL Y
Canada - NDSL N (sodium metasilicate; sodium nitrite; sodium nitrate; sodium metaborate; sodium hydroxide)
China - IECSC Y
Europe - EINEC /
Y
ELINCS / NLP
Japan - ENCS Y

Korea - KECI Y
New Zealand - NZIoC Y
Philippines - PICCS Y
USA - TSCA Y
Y = All ingredients are on the inventory
Legend: N = Not determined or one or more ingredients are not on the inventory and are not exempt from listing(see specific ingredients
in brackets)

SECTION 16 OTHER INFORMATION

Other information

Ingredients with multiple cas numbers

Name CAS No
sodium metaborate 7775-19-1, 10555-76-7, 15293-77-3, 35585-58-1
sodium hydroxide 1310-73-2, 12200-64-5

Classification of the preparation and its individual components has drawn on official and authoritative sources as well as independent review by the
Chemwatch Classification committee using available literature references.

The SDS is a Hazard Communication tool and should be used to assist in the Risk Assessment. Many factors determine whether the reported Hazards are
Risks in the workplace or other settings. Risks may be determined by reference to Exposures Scenarios. Scale of use, frequency of use and current or
available engineering controls must be considered.

Definitions and abbreviations

PC－TWA: Permissible Concentration-Time Weighted Average
PC－STEL: Permissible Concentration-Short Term Exposure Limit
IARC: International Agency for Research on Cancer
ACGIH: American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
STEL: Short Term Exposure Limit
TEEL: Temporary Emergency Exposure Limit。
IDLH: Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health Concentrations
OSF: Odour Safety Factor
NOAEL :No Observed Adverse Effect Level
LOAEL: Lowest Observed Adverse Effect Level
TLV: Threshold Limit Value
LOD: Limit Of Detection
OTV: Odour Threshold Value
BCF: BioConcentration Factors
BEI: Biological Exposure Index

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