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SAFETY DATA SHEET

1. IDENTIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION & COMPANY

PRODUCT NAME CLEANER NTK
CHEMICAL FAMILY Dry side spotting solvent blend
COMPANY NAME COLE & WILSON LTD, NABBS LANE, SLAITHWAITE, HUDDERSFIELD, W. YORKSHIRE, HD7 5AT
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE 01484 842353

2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

CHEMICAL CHARACTERISATION Multi blend of solvents and surfactant
CAS NUMBER None

3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION

  Highly flammable. Harmful by inhalation & if swallowed. Possible risk of irreversible effects. Keep out of reach of children. Keep container tightly closed. Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking. Do not breathe vapour. Avoid contact with skin & eyes. Do not empty into drains. Take precautionary measures against static discharges. Wear suitable protective clothing & gloves.

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

INHALATION Remove from exposure, rest and keep warm. If recovery is not immediate seek medical attention.
SKIN CONTACT Wash thoroughly with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before re-use.
EYE CONTACT Irrigate thoroughly with water and seek medical attention.
INGESTION Wash out mouth with water and give water to drink. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention.

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, alcohol or polymer foam.
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS Keep container cool by spraying with water. Wear self contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

METHODS FOR CLEANING UP Evacuate the area. Wear protective equipment and avoid breathing vapours. Mop up with absorbent material and place in a closed container for disposal. Burn in an incinerator equipped with a scrubber. Observe all state and local laws.
ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS Avoid contamination of ground and surface waters. Do not flush to sewer.

7. HANDLING & STORAGE

Advice on Protection against Fire and Explosion. Store labelled and sealed containers in a cool, dry, well ventilated area. Use only in a flame proof area at normal temperature and pressure. Working area should be well ventilated with access to safety shower and eye bath.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Exposure LIMITS Observe normal standards of industrial hygiene. Avoid breathing vapour. Wear gloves, protective goggles and overalls.
Amyl Acetate.....................125ppm 10 minute TWA
Butanol................................50ppm " "
Toluene..............................150ppm " "
Trichloroethylene.................150ppm " "
Methanol.............................250ppm " "

9. PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

APPEARANCE Clear liquid
COLOUR Pale Yellow
ODOUR Strong acetate
CHANGES IN PHYSICAL STATE Boiling point approx. 60°C at 760mm/Hg.e)
FLASH POINT Approx. 15°C (closed cup)
DENSITY 0.96-0.97 @ 15°C
SOLUBILITY Insoluble in water. Soluble in solvents.
pH VALUE Approx. 7

10. STABILITY & REACTIVITY

THERMAL DECOMPOSITION >150°
HAZARDOUS REACTIONS Avoid stong acids, oxidising agents, chlorine and aluminium
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen chloride and phosgene gas

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

ACUTE TOXICITY Not known
DERMAL COMPATIBILITY Prolonged skin contact can cause irritation, defatting and dermatitis
MUCOUS MEMBRANE COMPATABILITY Irritating to mucous membranes, upper respiratory tract and eyes

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

ECOTOXICITY Expected to be harmful to aquatic organisms. Biodegradability expected to be low.

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

ADVICE ON DISPOSAL Any disposal practice must be in compliance with local and national regulations. Dumping into sewers, on the ground or into any body of water is strongly discouraged and is illegal. Preferred options are to send to licensed reclaimer or to permitted incinerator.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

UNITED NATIONS NUMBER 1992 Harmful substance
PACKAGING GROUP II Flammable liquid
IMDG PAGE NO. -
MARINE POLLUTANT No
RID/ADR HAZARD No. 33. RID/ADR Item No. 30b
TREM CARD NUMBER None

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

  Symbol : Highly flammable, harmful by inhalation.
RISK PHRASES R11: Highly flammable.
R20/22: Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed.
R40: Possible risk of irreversible effects.
SAFETY PHRASES S2: Keep out of reach of children.
S7: Keep container tightly closed.
S16: Keep away from sources of ignition - No Smoking.
S23: Do not breathe vapour.
S24/25: Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
S29: Do not empty into drains.
S33: Take precautionary measures against static discharges.
S36/37: Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.

16. OTHER INFORMATION

Date of Issue 25th January 1995

This information is based on our present state of knowledge and is intended to describe our products from the point of view of the safety requirements. It should not be construed as guaranteeing specific properties.

M.P.SULLIVAN, CHEMIST

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