Cetrimide BP – 25Lt

2. Hazard Identification

• Classification:
  • Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 4)
  • Skin corrosion/irritation (Category 1)
  • Serious eye damage/eye irritation (Category 1)
  • Acute aquatic toxicity (Category 1)
  • Chronic aquatic toxicity (Category 2)
• Label Elements:
  • Signal Word: Danger
  • Hazard Statements:
    • H302: Harmful if swallowed.
    • H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
    • H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects.
  • Precautionary Statements:
    • P260: Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
    • P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
    • P301+P330+P331: IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
    • P303+P361+P353: IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.
    • P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
    • P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

3. Composition/Information on Ingredients

• Chemical Name: Cetrimide
• CAS Number: 8044-71-1
• Percent: 100%

4. First-Aid Measures

• Inhalation: Move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
• Skin Contact: Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing. Seek medical attention.
• Eye Contact: Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Seek immediate medical attention.
• Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting. Seek immediate medical attention.

5. Fire-Fighting Measures

• Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide.
• Specific Hazards: Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions, including nitrogen oxides and hydrogen chloride.
• Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.

6. Accidental Release Measures

• Personal Precautions: Use personal protective equipment. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Ensure adequate ventilation.
• Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains.
• Methods for Clean-Up: Contain spillage, and then collect with an electrically protected vacuum cleaner or by wet-brushing and place in container for disposal according to local regulations.

7. Handling and Storage

• Handling: Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid inhalation of vapor or mist. Use only in well-ventilated areas.
• Storage: Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Store at room temperature.

8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

• Exposure Limits: No occupational exposure limits established.
• Engineering Controls: Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas.
• Personal Protective Equipment:
  • Eye/Face Protection: Tightly fitting safety goggles.
  • Skin Protection: Protective gloves and clothing.
  • Respiratory Protection: In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment.

9. Physical and Chemical Properties

• Appearance: White to pale yellow powder
• Odor: Slight characteristic odor
• Melting Point: 240°C (dec.)
• Solubility: Soluble in water and alcohol
• pH: 5.0 – 6.5 (5% solution in water)

10. Stability and Reactivity

• Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions.
• Conditions to Avoid: Heat, flames, and sparks.
• Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents.
• Hazardous Decomposition Products: Nitrogen oxides, hydrogen chloride.

11. Toxicological Information

• Acute Toxicity: Harmful if swallowed
• Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Causes severe burns
• Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Causes serious eye damage
• Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: No data available
• Carcinogenicity: Not classified as a carcinogen by IARC, ACGIH, NTP, or OSHA

12. Ecological Information

• Ecotoxicity: Very toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects
• Persistence and Degradability: No data available
• Bioaccumulation: No data available

13. Disposal Considerations

• Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose of in accordance with local regulations. Do not contaminate ponds, waterways, or ditches with chemical or used container.

14. Transport Information

• DOT (US): UN Number: 3263, Class: 8, Packing Group: III
• IMDG: UN Number: 3263, Class: 8, Packing Group: III, Marine Pollutant: Yes
• IATA: UN Number: 3263, Class: 8, Packing Group: III

15. Regulatory Information

• US Federal Regulations: Not regulated as a hazardous material.
• SARA 311/312 Hazards: Acute health hazard, chronic health hazard
• TSCA: Listed