AQUATUFF

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SAFETY DATA SHEET

SECTION 1 Identification of the substance or preparation and of the

company/undertaking

1.1 Product identifier

- Product Name: AQUATUFF
- Product Part Number: 607826 (25 liter), 607827 (210 liter)
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Degreaser
- Cleaning agent
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Head Office:
Wilhelmsen Ships Service AS
Strandveien 20, N1324 Lysaker,
Norway Tel: (47) 6349 440 35

Supplier:
Wilhelmsen Ships Service AS
Willem Barentszstraat 50
3165AB Rotterdam
Telephone: +31 4877 777
Fax: +31 4877 888
The Netherlands

Other suppliers SEE SECTION 16!!!

For quotations contact your local Customer Services

Product HSE Manager, Tel.: +31 10 4877775
Email: WSS.GLOBAL.SDSINFO@wilhelmsen.com
1.4 Emergency telephone number

-ONLY TO BE USED IN CASE OF AN INCIDENT-

NCEC:+44 1865 407333, CHEMTREC (800) 424 9300
American Chemistry Council +1 703 527 3887,
Greece +30 210 7793777Australia: +61 3 9630 0998
Giftinformasjonsentralen in Norway Tel.: +47 22591300
Wilhelmsen Ships Service, Melbourne, AUSTRALIA Emergency 24hrs: +61 3 9630 0998

**FOR QUOTATIONS PLEASE CONTACT YOUR LOCAL CUSTOMER SERVICES**

SECTION 2 Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

- Counsil Directive 1999/45/EEC Classification, packing and labelling of dangerous
preparations.
- This Safety Data Sheet is provided in compliance with The Dangerous Substances Directive
(67/548/EEC)
- Symbols: C
- Causes burns (R34)
-
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Signal Word: Danger
- Symbols: GHS05
- Skin Corr. 1A

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- Met. Corr. 1
2.2 Label elements

- Signal Word: Danger

-
- Contains:
- potassium hydroxide
- Disodiummetasilicate
- Fatty alcohol ethoxylates
- Primary C9-C11 alcoholethoxylate
- 2-(2-butoxyethoxy)ethanol
- Hazard phrases
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage (H314).
May be corrosive to metals (H290).
- Precautionary Phrases
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection (P280).
IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting (P301+P330+P331).
IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin
with water/shower (P303+P361+P353).
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if
present and easy to do. Continue rinsing (P305+P351+P338).
Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician (P310).
Dispose of contents/container to an authorised waste collection point (P501)
2.3 Other hazards
- Not a PBT according to REACH Annex XIII
- Odour: Odourless
- Appearance: Liquid, orange, soluble in water
- Inhalation: Inhalation may cause severe irritation and, dependent on dose, chemical burns.

SECTION 3 Composition/information on ingredients

3.1 Mixtures
- Fatty alcohol ethoxylate
Concentration: 1-5%
CAS Number: 160875-66-1
EC Number: Not applicable
R/H Phrases: R22, R41 - H302, H318
Symbols: Xn, GHS05, GHS07
Categories: Acute Tox. 4, Eye Dam. 1
- potassium hydroxide; caustic potash
Concentration: 1-5%
CAS Number: 1310-58-3
EC Number: 215-181-3
R/H Phrases: R22,R35 - H302, H290, H314
Symbols: GHS05,GHS07, C
Categories: Acute Tox. 4 * Skin Corr. 1A, Met. Corr.1
- Disodium metasilicate
Concentration: 1-5%
CAS Number: 6834-92-0
EC Number: 229-912-9
R/H Phrases: R34, R37 - H290, H314, H335
Symbols: C, GHS05, GHS07

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Categories: Met. Corr. 1, Skin Corr. 1B, STOT SE 3
- Primary C9-C11 alcoholethoxylate
Concentration: 1-5%
CAS Number: 68439-46-3
EC Number: Not applicable
R/H Phrases: R38, R41 - H318, H315
Symbols: Xi, GHS05
Categories: Eye Dam. 1, Skin Irrit. 2
- 2-(2-butoxyethoxy)ethanol
Concentration: 1-5%
CAS Number: 112-34-5
EC Number: 203-961-6
R/H Phrases: R36 - H319
Symbols: Xi, GHS07
Categories: Eye Irrit. 2

SECTION 4 First aid measures

4.1 Description of first aid measures

- IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin
with water/shower (P303+P361+P353).
- Seek medical attention if irritation persists
-
- IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if
present and easy to do. Continue rinsing (P305+P351+P338).
- Irrigate eyes thoroughly whilst lifting eyelids
- Obtain immediate medical attention
-
- IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position
comfortable for breathing (P304+P341).
- When in doubt or symptoms persist, seek medical attention
-
- IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting (P301+P330+P331).
- Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person
- Give water or milk to drink
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Can cause damage to the eyes, skin and mucous membranes
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- No information available

SECTION 5 Fire-fighting measures

5.1 Extinguishing media

- Not flammable. In case of fire use extinguishing media appropriate to surrounding conditions
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Smoke from fires is irritating. Take precautions to protect personnel from exposure
5.3 Advice for firefighters
- Smoke from fires is irritating. Take precautions to protect personnel from exposure
- Wear chemical protection suit and positive-pressure breathing apparatus

SECTION 6 Accidental release measures

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SECTION 6 Accidental release measures (....)

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

- Wear protective clothing as per section 8
6.2 Environmental Precautions
- Do not flush spilt material into any public water system
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Absorb spillage in inert material and shovel up
- Flush spill area with copious amounts of water
6.4 Reference to other sections
- See Section 13

SECTION 7 Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling

- The usual precautions for handling chemicals should be observed
- Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing (P262).
- See Section 8
- Eyewash bottles should be available
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed (P403+P233).
- Store in a dry place (P402).
7.3 Specific end use(s)
- Contact supplier for further information

SECTION 8 Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1 Control parameters

- 2-(2-butoxyethoxy)ethanol
CAS:112-34-5
Lowest vallue:TLV (TWA) 10 ppm, 50mg/m3
European Union: TLV (TWA) 10 ppm, 67,5 mg/m3
- potassium hydroxide; caustic potash
WEL (short term) 2 mg/m3
8.2 Exposure controls
- No special ventilation is required unless the product is used in a spray form
8.3 Occupational exposure controls

- Wear suitable protective clothing, including eye/face protection and gloves (plastic or rubber
are recommended)
- No respiratory protection is required unless subject to contact with substance mist

SECTION 9 Physical and chemical properties

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties

- Odour: Odourless
- Appearance: Liquid, orange, soluble in water
- pH 13 - 14 at 100 % concentration
- Density: Density 1,045 - 1,055 g/cm3 at 20 deg C

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SECTION 9 Physical and chemical properties (....)

9.2 Other information

- None

SECTION 10 Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity
- This article is considered stable under normal conditions
10.2 Chemical stability
- Considered stable under normal conditions
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
- No hazardous reactions known if used for its intended purpose
10.4 Conditions to avoid
- Avoid overheating
- Keep away from frost
10.5 Incompatible materials
- Incompatible with acid
10.6 Hazardous Decomposition Products
- No hazardous decomposition products known

SECTION 11 Toxicological information

11.1 Information on toxicological effects

- LD50 (oral,rat) (Alkylglucoside) 2000 - 5000 mg/kg
- LD50 (oral,rat) (Alcoholethoxylate) 300-2000 mg/kg
11.2 Contact with eyes
- Can cause damage to the eyes
11.3 Contact with skin
- Causes redness and irritation
- Can cause damage to the skin
11.4 Ingestion
- The ingestion of significant quantities may cause damage to mucous membranes
11.5 Inhalation
- Vapours or aerosols may cause irritation of eyes, nose and respiratory tract

SECTION 12 Ecological information

12.1 Toxicity
- LC50 (fish) (Alcoholethoxylate) 1-10 mg/l (96 hr)
- LC50 (fish) (Alkylglucoside) 558 mg/l (96 hr)
- Biodegradability. OECD-test. 28 days >60 % (Alcohol ethoxylate)
- Biodegradability. OECD-test. 28 days >60 % (Alkylglucoside)
- Biodegradability. OECD-test. 28 days >60 % (2-(2-Buthoxyethoxy)ethanol)
- This product contains an alkaline substance which may cause a high pH-value.
- Effect depends on waterquality and the organisms tolerance due to pH-value.
- This product does not contain ingredients which are classified in the EU as dangerous for
the environment.
12.2 Persistence and degradability
- Its main ingredients will either dissolve rapidly and dissociate in water or are
readily/inherently biodegradable.

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12.3 Bioaccumulation Potential

- Bioaccumulation of the components in this product is insignificant.
12.4 Mobility in soil
- Completely soluble in water
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
- Not a PBT according to REACH Annex XIII
12.6 Other Adverse Effects
- No information available

SECTION 13 Disposal considerations

13.1 Waste treatment methods

- Do not discharge into drains or the environment, dispose to an authorised waste collection
point
- Disposal should be in accordance with local, state or national legislation
13.2 Classification
- EU Waste class: 06 02 04

SECTION 14 Transport information

14.1 UN
- UN No.: UN1719
- Proper Shipping Name: Caustic alkali liquid, n.o.s. (potassium hydroxide solution)
- Hazard Class: 8
- Packing Group: III
14.2 Environmental hazards
- On available data, substance is not harmful to the environment
14.3 Special precautions for user
- No special precautions are required for this product
14.4 Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC code
- Not applicable
- Not applicable
14.5 Road/Rail (ADR/RID)
- ADR UN No.: UN1719
- Proper Shipping Name: Caustic alkali liquid, n.o.s. (potassium hydroxide solution)
- ADR Hazard Class: 8
- ADR Packing Group: III
14.6 Sea (IMDG)
- IMDG UN No.: UN1719
- Proper Shipping Name: Caustic alkali liquid, n.o.s. (potassium hydroxide solution)
- IMDG Hazard Class: 8
- IMDG Pack Group.: III
- IMDG EmS: F-A, S-B
14.7 Air (ICAO/IATA)
- ICAO Un No.: UN1719
- Proper Shipping Name: Caustic alkali liquid, n.o.s. (potassium hydroxide solution)
- ICAO Hazard Class: 8

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- ICAO Packing Group: III
14.8 DOT / CFR (US Department of Transportation)
- Identification Number: UN1719
- DOT Proper Shipping Name: Caustic alkali liquid, n.o.s. (potassium hydroxide solution)
- DOT Labels: 8
- Product RQ (lbs): -

SECTION 15 Regulatory information

15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- This composition meets the criteria for not being harmful to the marine environment
according to MARPOL Annex V and may be discharged into the sea when used to clean
cargo holds and external surfaces on ships.
- Composition information in accordance with EC Regulation 648/2004 of the European
Parliament and of the Council of 31st March 2004 on detergents:
- Nonionic surfactants 5-15 %
-
- Counsil Directive 1999/45/EEC Classification, packing and labelling of dangerous
preparations.
- Refer to The Dangerous Substances Directive (67/548/EEC)
- Regulations 1272/2008/EEC. Classification, labeling and packing of dangerous substances
and preparations
- This Safety Data Sheet is provided in compliance with the EC Directive 1907/2006-
453/2010
- Does not contain phosphate.
15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment
- None

SECTION 16 Other information

Text not given with phrase codes where they are used elsewhere in this safety data sheet:- H290: May
be corrosive to metals. H302: Harmful if swallowed. H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
H315: Causes skin irritation. H318: Causes serious eye damage. H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
H335: May cause respiratory irritation. R22: Harmful if swallowed. R34: Causes burns. R35: Causes
severe burns. R36: Irritating to eyes. R37: Irritating to respiratory system. R38: Irritating to skin. R41:
Risk of serious damage to eyes.
The information provided about the product on this Safety Data Sheet has been compiled from
knowledge of the individual constituents
The data given here only applies when product used for proper application(s). The product is not sold
as suitable for other applications - usage in such may cause risks not mentioned in this sheet. Do not
use for other application(s) without seeking advice from manufacturer
The data given here is based on current knowledge and experience. This Safety Data Sheet
describes the product in terms of safety requirements and does not signify any warranty with regard
to the product's properties

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SECTION 16 Other information (....)

The most up-to-date version of this MSDS can be found on www.wilhelmsen.com/shipsservice

OTHER CONTACT INFORMATION MAJOR CHEMICAL OFFICES

Wilhelmsen Ships Service Level 17, 636 St Kilda Road Melbourne Vic 3004 AUSTRALIA
Tel: +61 3 9630 0900 Emergency 24hrs: +61 3 9630 0998
Wilhelmsen Ships Service INC 210 Edgewater Street US-10305 Staten Island New York United States
Telephone daytime: (+1) 718 815 1310 Fax: (+1) 718 233 3268
Wilhelmsen Ships Service INC 2200 W. Pacific Coast Highway US-90810 Long Beach California,
United States Tel (+1) 562 624 8888 Fax (+1) 562 624 1011
Wilhelmsen Ships Service INC 701 Ashland Ave. Ashland Center Two, Bay 12 US- 19032 Folcroft
Pennsylvania United States Tel (+1) 610 586 7801 Fax (+1) 215 701 0646
Wilhelmsen Ships Service INC. 9400 New Century Drive US-77507 Pasadena Texas United States
Telephone daytime: (+1) 281 867 2000 Fax: (+1) 281 867 2800
Wilhelmsen Ships Service Ltd. Unit 3A NewtonsCourt Crossways DA2 6QL Dartford, Kent United
Kingdom Tel (+44) 1322 282 412 Fax (+44) 1322 284 774
Wilhelmsen Ships Service Ltda Rua Bispo Lacerda nos.61/67 Del Catilho BR 21051120 Rio de Janeiro
Brazil Tel (+55) 21 25 82 8000 Fax (+55) 21 25 82 8001
Wilhelmsen Ships Service (S) Pte Ltd 186 Pandan Loop Singapore 128376 Tel (+65) 6395 4545
Wilhelmsen Ships Service Co., Ltd 12-31 Torihama-cho Kanazawa-ku Yokohama-shi JP-236 0002,
Japan Tel (+81) 45 775 0012 Fax (+81) 45 775 0070
Wilhelmsen Ships Service Hellas SA 100, D. Moutsopoulou & Serifou str GR-185 41 Piraeus Greece
Tel (+ 30) 210 4239100 Fax (+ 30) 210 4212480
Wilhelmsen Ships Service AS U.A.E . Fl 24 Executive Heights, Tecom C Sheikh Zayed Road (East)
Dubai United Arab Emirates Tel (+971) 4 382 3888
Wilhelmsen Ships Service AS, Willem Barentszstraat 50 3165 AB Rotterdam-Albrandswaard,
the Netherlands. Tel (+31) 10 4877 777

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