MSDS

<body topmargin=0 leftmargin=0 marginheight=0 marginwidth=0> <table cellpadding=0 cellspacing=0 border=0><tr> <td valign="top" colspan=2 height=90 BGCOLOR="#006699" TEXT="#080000" background="044fd5a3.jpg"> <div> <FONT SIZE="7" COLOR="#66FF00" FACE="Times New Roman" ><B>Vancouver Surgical</B><I><B>  </B></I></FONT><A HREF="index.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Vancouver Surgical"><U><I>Home</I></U></A><I>  |  </I><A HREF="id17.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Products"><U><I>Products</I></U></A><I>  |  </I><A HREF="id145.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Services"><U><I>Services</I></U></A><I>  |  </I><A HREF="id23.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Contact Us"><U><I>Contact Us</I></U></A><I>  |  </I><A HREF="id24.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="News and Events"><U><I>News and Events</I></U></A><I>  |  </I><A HREF="id25.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="About Us"><U><I>About Us</I></U></A><FONT SIZE="7" COLOR="#66FF00" FACE="Times New Roman" ><I><B> </B></I></FONT></div> <bR> <bR> <div> </div> </td> </tr><tr> <td valign="top" width=210 BGCOLOR="#FFCC66" TEXT="#080000" background="045d2b03.jpg"> <div> <A HREF="id84.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Corrosion Inhibitors"><U><I>Corrosion Inhibitors</I></U></A></div> <div> <I>MSDS</I></div> <div> <A HREF="id82.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Directions for Use"><U><I>Directions for Use</I></U></A></div> <div> <A HREF="id81.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Testimonials"><U><I>Testimonials</I></U></A></div> <div> <A HREF="id83.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Test Results"><U><I>Test Results</I></U></A></div> </td> <td valign="top" height=390 BGCOLOR="#FFFFFF" TEXT="#080000"> <div> <I><B>MSDS</B></I></div> <bR> <div> <B>Manufactured By: Shetland Solutions Inc.                                                             </B></div> <div> <B>117 Dolomite Dr.                                                                                                                         </B></div> <div> <B>Toronto, Ontario                                                                                                                                </B></div> <div> <B>M3J 2N1</B>                                                                                                                  </div> <div> --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------</div> <div> <B>1. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION</B></div> <div> PRODUCT NAME: AquaPlus</div> <div> PRODUCT APPLICATION AREA: Autoclave Corrosion Inhibitor</div> <div> --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------</div> <div> <B>2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS</B></div> <div> Information for specific product ingredients as required by the U.S. OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION STANDARD is listed. Refer to additional sections of this MSDS for our assessment of the potential hazards of </div> <div> this formulation.</div> <div> <B>HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS:</B></div> <div> CAS# CHEMICAL NAME</div> <div> 108-91-8 CYCLOHEXYLAMINE (8 ppm)</div> <div> Corrosive; Toxic (by ingestion and skin absorption).</div> <div> No component is considered to be a carcinogen by the National Toxicology Program, the International Agency for Research on Cancer, or the Occupational Safety and Health Administration at OSHA thresholds for carcinogens.</div> <div> --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------</div> <div> <B>3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION</B></div> <div> <B>EMERGENCY OVERVIEW</B></div> <div> <B>DANGER</B></div> <div> Corrosive to skin. Absorbed by skin. Potential skin sensitizer. Corrosive to the eyes. Irritation of the upper respiratory tract. Prolonged exposure may cause dizziness and headache.</div> <div> DOT hazard: Corrosive to skin.</div> <div> Emergency Response Guide #60.</div> <div> Odor: Strong; Appearance: Light yellow to amber, liquid.</div> <div> <B>POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS</B></div> <div> <B>ACUTE SKIN EFFECTS:</B></div> <div> Primary route of exposure: Corrosive to skin. Absorbed by skin. Potential skin sensitizer.</div> <div> <B>ACUTE EYE EFFECTS:</B></div> <div> Corrosive to the eyes.</div> <div> <B>ACUTE RESPIRATORY EFFECTS:</B></div> <div> Primary route of exposure; Irritation of the upper respiratory tract. Prolonged exposure may cause dizziness and headache.</div> <div> <B>INGESTION EFFECTS:</B></div> <div> May cause severe irritation or burning of mouth, throat, and gastrointestinal tract with severe chest and abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy and collapse. Possible death when ingested in very large doses.</div> <div> <B>TARGET ORGANS:</B></div> <div> Prolonged or repeated exposures may cause CNS depression and/or toxicity to the nervous system.</div> <div> <B>MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED:</B></div> <div> Not known.</div> <div> <B>SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE:</B></div> <div> Inhalation may cause lightheadedness, slurred speech, nausea, and/or vomiting (pulmonary edema may result). Skin contact can cause severe irritation or burns.</div> <div> <B>--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------</B></div> <div> <B>4. FIRST AID MEASURES</B></div> <div> <B>SKIN CONTACT:</B></div> <div> URGENT! Wash thoroughly with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing. Thoroughly wash clothing before reuse.</div> <div> <B>EYE CONTACT:</B></div> <div> URGENT! Immediately flush eyes with plenty of low-pressure water for at least 20 minutes while removing contact lenses. Hold eyelids apart. Get immediate medical attention.</div> <div> <B>INHALATION:</B></div> <div> Remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If breathing has stopped, give artificial respiration. Get immediate medical attention.</div> <div> <B>INGESTION:</B></div> <div> Do not feed anything by mouth to an unconscious or convulsive victim. Do not induce vomiting. Immediately contact physician. Dilute contents of stomach using 3-4 glasses milk or water.</div> <div> <B>NOTES TO PHYSICIANS:</B></div> <div> Material is corrosive. It may not be advisable to induce vomiting. Possible mucosal damage may contraindicate the use of gastric lavage.</div> <div> --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------</div> <div> <B>5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES</B></div> <div> <B>EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:</B></div> <div> Dry chemical, carbon dioxide or foam--Avoid water if possible.</div> <div> <B>HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:</B></div> <div> Thermal decomposition (destructive fires) yields elemental oxides.</div> <div> <B>FLASH POINT:</B></div> <div> Not Flammable.</div> <div> <B>MISCELLANEOUS:</B></div> <div> Corrosive to skin.</div> <div> UN1760; Emergency Response Guide #60.</div> <div> --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------</div> <div> <B>6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES</B></div> <div> <B>PROTECTION AND SPILL CONTAINMENT:</B></div> <div> Ventilate area. Use specified protective equipment. Contain and absorb on absorbent material. Place in waste disposal container. Flush area with water.</div> <div> <B>DISPOSAL INSTRUCTIONS:</B></div> <div> Water contaminated with this product may be sent to a sanitary sewer treatment facility, in accordance with any local agreement, a permitted waste treatment facility or discharged under a permit. Product as is - Domestic.</div> <div> --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------</div> <div> <B>7. HANDLING & STORAGE</B></div> <div> <B>HANDLING: </B></div> <div> Safety Glasses, gloves, good ventilation.</div> <div> <B>STORAGE:</B></div> <div> Keep containers closed when not in use. Store in cool ventilated location. Store away from oxidizers.</div> <div> --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------</div> <div> <B>8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION</B></div> <div> <B>EXPOSURE LIMITS</B></div> <div> <B>CHEMICAL NAME</B></div> <div> CYCLOHEXYLAMINE</div> <div> PEL (OSHA): 10 PPM</div> <div> TLV (ACGIH): 10 PPM</div> <div> <B>ENGINEERING CONTROLS:</B></div> <div> Adequate ventilation to maintain air contaminants below exposure limits.</div> <div> <B>PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:</B></div> <div> Use protective equipment in accordance with 29CFR 1910 Subpart I.</div> <div> <B>RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:</B></div> <div> Use in a well ventilated area, if irritation or coughing occurs wear a respirator or a mask. </div> <div> <B>SKIN PROTECTION:</B></div> <div> Neoprene gloves, chemical resistant apron. Wash off after each use. Replace as necessary.</div> <div> <B>EYE PROTECTION:</B></div> <div> Splash proof chemical goggles.</div> <div> --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------</div> <div> <B>9. PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES</B></div> <div> Specific Grav.(70F,21C) 0.975 Vapor Pressure (mmHG) ~ 18.0</div> <div> Freeze Point (F) -- 12 Vapor Density (air=1) > 1.00</div> <div> Freeze Point (C) - -11</div> <div> Viscosity (cps 70F,21C) 24 % Solubility (water) 100.0</div> <div> Odor: Strong</div> <div> Appearance: Light Yellow to Amber</div> <div> Physical State: Liquid</div> <div> Flash Point: Not Flammable  </div> <div> pH As Is (approx.) 11.6</div> <div> Evaporation Rate (Ether=1) < 1.00</div> <div> <B>NA = not applicable  ND = not determined</B></div> <div> <B>--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------</B></div> <div> <B>10. STABILITY & REACTIVITY</B></div> <div> <B>STABILITY:</B></div> <div> Stable under normal storage conditions.</div> <div> <B>HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:</B></div> <div> Will not occur.</div> <div> <B>INCOMPATIBILITIES:</B></div> <div> May react with strong oxidizers.</div> <div> <B>DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:</B></div> <div> Thermal decomposition (destructive fires) yields elemental oxides.</div> <div> <B>INTERNAL PUMPOUT/CLEANOUT CATEGORIES:</B></div> <div> "B"</div> <div> --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------</div> <div> <B>11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION</B></div> <div> No Data Available.</div> <div> --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------</div> <div> <B>12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION</B></div> <div> <B>AQUATIC TOXICOLOGY</B></div> <div> No Data Available.</div> <div> <B>BIODEGRADATION</B></div> <div> BOD-28 (mg/g): 230</div> <div> BOD-5 (mg/g): 49</div> <div> COD (mg/g): 1241</div> <div> TOC (mg/g): 309</div> <div> --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------</div> <div> <B>13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS</B></div> <div> DOMESTIC</div> <div> Please be advised that state and local requirements for waste disposal may be more restrictive or otherwise different from federal regulations. Consult state and local regulations regarding the proper disposal of this material.</div> <div> <B>--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------</B></div> <div> <B>14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION</B></div> <div> DOT HAZARD: Corrosive to skin</div> <div> UN / NA NUMBER: UN1760</div> <div> DOT EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE #: 60</div> <div> <B>--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------</B></div> <div> <B>15. REGULATORY INFORMATION</B></div> <div> <B>TSCA:</B></div> <div> All components of this product are listed in the TSCA inventory.</div> <div> <B>CERCLA AND/OR SARA REPORTABLE QUANTITY (RQ):</B></div> <div> 7,706 gallons due to CYCLOHEXYLAMINE.</div> <div> <B>FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION:</B></div> <div> ALL ingredients in this product are authorized in 21CFR173.310 for use as boiler water additives where the steam may contact food.</div> <div> <B>SARA SECTION 312 HAZARD CLASS:</B></div> <div> Immediate (acute); Delayed (chronic)</div> <div> <B>SARA SECTION 302 CHEMICALS:</B></div> <div> CAS# CHEMICAL NAME</div> <div> 108-91-8 CYCLOHEXYLAMINE</div> <div> <B>SARA SECTION 313 CHEMICALS:</B></div> <div> No regulated constituent present at OSHA thresholds.</div> <div> <B>--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------</B></div> <div> <B>16. OTHER INFORMATION</B></div> <div> <B>NFPA/HMIS CODE TRANSLATION</B></div> <div> Health 2 Moderate Hazard</div> <div> Fire 0 Minimal Hazard</div> <div> Reactivity 0 Minimal Hazard</div> <div> Special CORR DOT corrosive</div> <div> (1) Protective Equipment D Goggles, Gloves, Apron</div> <div> (1) refer to section 8 of MSDS for additional protective equipment recommendations.</div> <div> <B>CHANGE LOG</B></div> <div> EFFECTIVE  January 3, 2005</div> <bR> </td> </tr></table></body>