MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Product: SCA WORKSHOP READY
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SECTION 1 – STATEMENT OF CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
SUPPLIER: BRS AUSTRALIA Pty Ltd
ADDRESS: P.O. Box 1071 Ashmore City, QLD 4214
Trade Name: SCA WORKSHOP READY DEGREASER
TELEPHONE: 07 3807 7400 FAX: 07 3807 7491
AH EMERGENCY TELEPHONE: 13 1126 in Australia ABN: 19 158 969 754
Substance: Liquid Product Use: H.D. Degreaser
Creation Date: FEB 2016 Revision Date: FEB 2021
Product Code: SCA-WRD5,
SCA-WRD10,
SCA-WRD20
SECTION 2 – HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
This product is classified as HAZARDOUS (IRRITANT) according to criteria of the National Occupational
Health and Safety Commission Australia.
This product is NOT classified as Dangerous Goods according to the Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG)
Code.
This product is classified as a Scheduled Poison S5 according to the SUSDP.
Approved Worksafe Xi - IRRITANT
Classification R36/38 – Irritating to skin and eyes.
S(1/2) – Keep locked up and out of reach of children.
S24/25 - Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
S36/37/39 – Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
S45 - In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show
the label whenever possible).
S46 - If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label.
UN Number none allocated ADG Classification none allocated
Shipping Name none allocated ADG Subsidiary Risk none allocated
Hazchem Code none allocated Packing Group none allocated
SUSDP Classification S5 (ALKALINE SALTS)
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Colour Green Odour Faint
Physical Description Liquid Viscosity non-viscous liquid
Major Health Hazards None known
SECTION 3 – COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredients determined not to be hazardous are present in concentrations that do not exceed the relevant cut-off concentrations
as found from NOHSC publication “List of Designated Hazardous Substances” or have been found NOT to meet the criteria of a
hazardous substance as defined in the NOHSC publication “Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances”.
Ingredients: CAS Proportion: Exposure Exposure
Number: Standards Standards
TWA STEL
Sodium dodecylbenzene sulphonate 25155-30-0 < 10% w/w not set not set
Disodium metasilicate 6834-92-0 < 10% w/w not set not set
20ppm 50 ppm
Ethylene glycol monobutyl ether 111-76-2 < 10% w/w 3 3
(96.9 mg/m ) (242 mg/ m )
Ingredients determined to be non-hazardous Various < 10% w/w not set not set
Water 7732-18-5 > 60% w/w not set not set
The TWA exposure value is the Time Weighted Average airborne concentration of a particular substance when calculated over
a normal 8 hour working day for a 5 day working week. The STEL (Short Term Exposure Limit) is an exposure value that
should not be exceeded for more than 15 minutes and should not be repeated for more than 4 times per day. There should be
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at least 60 minutes between successive exposures at the STEL. The term “peak” is used when the TWA limit, because of the
rapid action of the substance, should never be exceeded, even briefly.
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SECTION 4 – FIRST AID MEASURES
Scheduled Poisons Poisons Information Centre in each Australian State capital city or in Christchurch, New
Zealand can provide additional assistance for scheduled poisons. (Phone Australia
131126 or New Zealand 03 474 7000).
First Aid Facilities Normal washroom facilities.
Skin contact Wash skin with water. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before re-use. Seek
medical advice (e.g. doctor) if irritation, burning or redness develops.
Eye contact Immediately irrigate with copious quantities of water for at least 20 minutes. Eyelids to be
held open. Seek medical advice (e.g. ophthalmologist).
Ingestion Do NOT induce vomiting. Do NOT attempt to give anything by mouth to an unconscious
person. Rinse mouth thoroughly with water immediately. Give water to drink. If vomiting
occurs, give further water to achieve effective dilution. Seek medical advice (e.g. doctor).
Inhalation Remove victim to fresh air away from exposure - avoid becoming a casualty. Seek
medical advice (e.g. doctor).
Advice to Doctor Treat symptomatically. All treatments should be based on observed signs and symptoms
of distress of the patient. Poisons Information Centre in each Australian State capital city
or in Christchurch, New Zealand can provide additional assistance for scheduled
poisons.
Aggravated Medical
Conditions None known.
SECTION 5 – FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Fire and Explosion
Hazards Water based. Not combustible. However if involved in a fire will emit toxic fumes.
Extinguishing Media Use an extinguishing media suitable for surrounding fires.
Fire Fighting Keep containers exposed to extreme heat cool with water spray. Fire fighters to wear
self-contained breathing apparatus if risk of exposure to products of combustion or
decomposition. Evacuate area - move upwind of fire.
Flash Point Not combustible.
SECTION 6 – ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Emergency
Procedures No HAZCHEM code.
Occupational Release Minor spills do not normally need any special clean-up measures.
In the event of a major spill, prevent spillage from entering drains or water courses. For
large spills, or tank rupture, stop leak if safe to do so. Wear appropriate protective
equipment as in section 8 below to prevent skin and eye contamination. Spilt material
may result in a slip hazard and should be absorbed into dry, inert material (e.g. sand,
earth or vermiculite), which then can be put into appropriately labelled drums for disposal
by an approved agent according to local conditions. Residual deposits will remain
slippery. Wash area down with excess water. If contamination of sewers or waterways
has occurred advise the local emergency services. In the event of a large spillage notify
the local environment protection authority or emergency services.
SECTION 7 – HANDLING AND STORAGE
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Handling Avoid contact with incompatible materials. When handling, DO NOT eat, drink or smoke.
Keep containers closed at all times. Avoid physical damage to containers. Always wash
hands with water after handling.
Storage Store in a cool, dry, place with good ventilation. Avoid storing in aluminium and light alloy
containers. Store away from incompatible materials (Section 10). Keep containers closed
at all times – check regularly for leaks.
SECTION 8 – EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Limits National Occupational Exposure Limits, as published by National Occupational Health &
Safety Commission:
Time-weighted Average (TWA): None established for specific product.
See SECTION 3 for Exposure Limits of individual ingredients.
Short Term Exposure Limit (STEL): None established for specific product.
See SECTION 3 for Exposure Limits of individual ingredients.
Biological Limit Value None established for product.
Engineering Controls Use in a well-ventilated area
Personal Protective This product is classified as hazardous (IRRITANT) according to the criteria of Worksafe
Equipment Australia. Upon dilution with an equal volume of water, (50:50) the product is classed as
non-hazardous.
Use good occupational work practice. The use of protective clothing and equipment
depends upon the degree and nature of exposure. Final choice of appropriate protection
will vary according to individual circumstances i.e. methods of handling or engineering
controls and according to risk assessments undertaken. The following protective
equipment should be available;
Eye Protection
The use of safety glasses with side shield protection, goggles or face shield is
recommended to handle in quantity, cleaning up spills, decanting, etc. Contact lenses
pose a special hazard ; soft lenses may absorb irritants and all lenses concentrate them.
Skin Protection Gloves are recommended for sensitive skin.
Overalls, work boots and elbow length gloves are recommended for handling the
concentrated product (as per AS/NZS 2161, or as recommended by supplier) in quantity,
cleaning up spills, decanting, etc.
Protective Material Material suitable for detergent contact – Butyl rubber, Natural Latex, Neoprene, PVC, and
Types Nitrile.
Respirator Not required for normal and intended cleaning operations with adequate ventilation.
Where high contaminant spray mist or vapour levels exist, ie, approaching the exposure
limit, the following additional equipment is required: For short elevated exposures, eg,
spillages:- Appropriate organic vapour cartridge respirator as per the requirements of
AS/NZS 1715 and AS/NZS 1716 (Respiratory protective devices). For prolonged
exposure and confined spaces:- full face air supplied or self contained breathing
apparatus (if vapour levels exceed the Exposure Limit by more than ten times, air
supplied apparatus should be used).
SECTION 9 – PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State Liquid Colour green
Odour faint odour Specific Gravity 1.05 - 1.08 @ 25 C
Boiling Point Approximately 100 C Freezing Point Approximately 0 C
Vapour Pressure Not available Vapour Density Not available
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Flash Point Not flammable Flammable Limits None
Water Solubility Miscible in all proportions pH 12.8 neat
Volatile Organic Coefficient of Water/Oil
Compounds (VOC) approx 7.0 % v/v Distribution Not available
Viscosity Not available Odour Threshold Not available
Evaporation Rate Not available Per Cent Volatile Ca 80 % v/v
SECTION 10 – STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability Stable at normal temperatures and pressure.
Conditions to Avoid May corrode mild steel, copper, aluminium and zinc fittings.
Incompatible Materials Oxidizing agents and reducing agents.
Hazardous Product can decompose on combustion (burning) to form Carbon Monoxide, Carbon
Decomposition Dioxide, and other possibly toxic gases and vapours.
Hazardous Reactions None known.
SECTION 11 – TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
PRODUCT MIXTURE INFORMATION
Local Effects Mild irritant: eye, skin, inhalation and ingestion.
Target Organs Eyes, mucous membranes, skin.
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
Ingestion
short term exposure Swallowing can result in nausea, vomiting of blood and eroded tissue; chemical burns of
the mouth, throat & abdomen; perforation of the gastrointestinal tract. This product
containing ethylene glycol mono butyl ether may cause headache, dizziness, light-
headedness, confusion, and passing out, and may damage the liver and kidneys on
ingestion.
long term exposure No information available.
Skin contact
short term exposure Irritating to skin - may cause skin burns, severe irritation. Corrosion will continue until
removed. Severity depends on the concentration and duration of exposure. Skin contact
with this product containing ingredient ethylene glycol monobutyl ether may cause central
nervous system effects.
long term exposure Prolonged and repeated skin contact with undiluted solutions may induce eczematoid
dermatitis.
Eye contact
short term exposure Eye contact may cause stinging, blurring, tearing, pain.
long term exposure No information available.
Inhalation
short term exposure Inhalation of mists or aerosols can produce mucous membrane and respiratory irritation.
Exposure to high concentrations of the product in liquid form or as a mist may lead to
possible harmful corrosive effects including lesions of the nasal septum, pulmonary
edema, pneumonitis and emphysema. Aerosols of this product containing ingredient
ethylene glycol monobutyl ether may cause central nervous system effects if inhaled.
long term exposure No information available.
Carcinogen Status
NOHSC No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by NOHSC.
NTP No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by NTP.
IARC No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by IARC.
Medical conditions aggravated by exposure No information available.
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CLASSIFICATION OF INDIVIDUAL INGREDIENTS
NOTE : This information relates to each individual ingredient, when evaluated as pure undiluted
chemical. See SECTION 3 for actual proportions of ingredients present in this product.
Ingredients R-Phrases.
Sodium dodecylbenzene sulphonate R36/38 when >20%
Disodium metasilicate R36/38 when >5%
Ethylene glycol monobutyl ether R22 when > 25%
Non hazardous ingredients 100% None allocated
100% Sodium dodecylbenzenesulfonate
Irritation Data 20 mg/24 hour(s) skin-rabbit moderate; 250 ug/24 hour(s) eyes-rabbit severe; 1 percent
eyes-rabbit severe.
Toxicity Data 438 mg/kg oral-rat LD50; 1330 mg/kg oral-mouse LD50; 105 mg/kg intravenous-mouse
LD50; 3040 mg/kg/30 day(s) continuous oral-rat TDLo; 5 gm/kg/30 day(s) intermittent
oral-mouse TDLo.
Local Effects Irritant: inhalation, skin, eye.
Target Organs Eyes, skin, mucous membranes.
Acute Toxicity Toxic: ingestion.
Mutagenic Data No available information.
Reproductive Effects No available information.
100% Disodium metasilicate
Irritation Data Hazardous in case of skin contact (corrosive), of ingestion (corrosive), of inhalation (lung
irritant). Causes burns Eye: Risk of serious damage to eyes. Respiratory: Irritating to
respiratory system. Sensitization: No sensitizing (30% w/w in a formulation).
250 mg/24 hour(s) skin-human : severe
250 mg/24 hour(s) skin-rabbit : severe
250 mg/24 hour(s) skin-guinea pig : moderate.
Toxicity Data 1153 mg/kg oral-rat LD50; 770 mg/kg oral-mouse LD50; 250 mg/kg oral-dog LDLo;
250 mg/kg oral-pig LDLo; 200 mg/kg intraperitoneal-guinea pig LDLo.
Other toxicological information: The toxic effects of the product are caused by the
alkalinity and not by substance specific corrosive nature of the product.
Local Effects Corrosive: inhalation, skin, eye, ingestion
Target Organs Skin, mucous membranes, eyes.
Acute Toxicity Level Moderately Toxic: ingestion
Mutagenic Data Gentoxicity: Not mutagenic (in vitro)
Reproductive 15 gm/kg oral-rat TDLo 14 week(s) male week(s) pre pregnancy/14 week(s) post
Effects Data pregnancy/3 week(s) continuous; 9766 ug/kg subcutaneous-rat TDLo 1 day(s) male;
9766 ug/kg intratesticular-rat TDLo 1 day(s) male.
100% Ethylene glycol mono butyl ether (2-butoxy ethanol)
Irritation Data 500 mg open skin-rabbit mild: 100mg eyes - rabbit severe: 100mg/24 hour(s) eyes –
rabbit moderate.
Toxicity Data The lethal oral dose of ethylene glycols in humans is approximately 1.4 ml/kg, which
would be equivalent to approximately 100 ml of 100% 2-butoxyethanol for a 70 kg
person. LD50 Rat oral 1.48 g/kg, LD50 Mouse oral 1.2 g/kg, LD50 Rabbit oral 0.32g/kg,
LD50 Guinea pig oral 1.2 g/kg, LD50 Rabbit dermal 400 mg/kg. Odour threshold Value
: 0.10 ppm (detection), 0.35 ppm (recognition), IDLH Level : 700 ppm. 2-Butoxy Ethanol
may damage the liver and kidneys.
Local Effects Irritant: inhalation, skin, eye.
Target Organs Blood, central nervous system, kidneys.
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Acute Toxicity Level Toxic: inhalation, dermal absorption, ingestion.
Mutagenic Data A statistically significant increase in mutations not generally observed in cell cultures at
any concentration for a range of tests.
Reproductive Effects 2-Butoxy Ethanol may damage the developing fetus. 2-Butoxy Ethanol may damage the
Data testes (male reproductive glands). TCLo: ihl-rat 200 ppm/6H (6-15D preg), TCLo: ihl-rat
25 ppm/6H (6-15D preg), TDLo: orl-mus 9440 mg/kg (7-14D preg), TCLo: ihl-rbt 200
ppm/6H (6-18D preg), TCLo: ihl-rbt 100 ppm/6H (6-18D preg).
Carcinogenicity Insufficient information.
SECTION 12 – ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Fish toxicity None available for this specific product. Individual ingredients: The following information
relates to Sodium, Silicate, Solution, Molar > 3,2 concentration 35% (IUCLID).
Ecotoxicity: Fish: 96h - LC50 (Brachydanio rerio, OECD no. 203) : 3185 mg/l (pH 10.1)
Daphnia: 48 h - EC50 (Daphnia magna): 4857 mg/l. Daphnia: 48 h - EC50 (Daphnia
magna): 4857 mg/l
Algae toxicity None available for specific product.
Invertebrates toxicity None available for specific product.
Toxicity to Bacteria None available for this specific product. Individual ingredients: The following information
relates to Sodium, Silicate, Solution, Molar > 3,2 concentration 35% (IUCLID).Bacteria:
48 h - EC 0 (Pseudomonas putida, OECD no. 209)> 1000mg/l (ph 7.9)
OECD Biological Individual components stated to be readily biodegradable. No hydrocarbons present in
degradation the product.
General Product miscible in all proportions with water. AS WITH ANY CHEMICAL PRODUCT,
DO NOT DISCHARGE BULK QUANTITIES INTO DRAINS, WATERWAYS, SEWER OR
ENVIRONMENT. Inform local authorities if this occurs.
SECTION 13 – DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Disposal The small quantities contained in wash solutions (when used as directed) can generally
be handled by conventional sewage systems, septics, and grey water systems. To
dispose of larger quantities of undiluted product, refer to State Land Waste Management
Authority. Transfer product residues to a labelled, sealed container for disposal or
recovery. Waste disposal must be by an accredited contractor. As with any chemical, do
not put down the drain in quantity. For larger scale use, eg. Commercial laundry
operations, a recycled water system is often recommended, or Trade Waste License
obtained for disposal to sewer.
SECTION 14 – TRANSPORT INFORMATION
UN Number none allocated ADG Classification none allocated
Shipping Name none allocated ADG Subsidiary Risk none allocated
Hazchem Code none allocated Packing Group none allocated
Packaging Method none allocated Special Provisions none allocated
Segregation none allocated
SECTION 15 – REGULATORY INFORMATION
AICS All ingredients present on AICS.
Labeling Details
HAZARD Xi - IRRITANT
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RISK PHRASES R36/38 – Irritating to skin and eyes.
SAFETY PHRASES S(1/2) – Keep locked up and out of reach of children.
S24/25 - Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
S36/37/39 – Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
S45 - In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show
the label whenever possible).
S46 - If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label.
SUSDP S5 (ALKALINE SALTS)
ADG Code None allocated
SECTION 16 – OTHER INFORMATION
Acronyms
SUSDP Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons.
ADG Code Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail.
CAS Number Chemical Abstracts Service Registry Number.
UN Number United Nations Number.
R-Phrases Risk Phrases.
HAZCHEM An emergency action code of numbers and letters which gives information to emergency
services.
NOHSC National Occupational Health and Safety Commission.
NTP National Toxicology Program (USA).
IARC International Agency for Research on Cancer.
AICS Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances.
TWA Time Weighted Average
STEL Short Term Exposure Limit
Literature References
List of Designated Hazardous Substances [NOHSC:10005(1999)]
Australian Code For The Transport Of Dangerous Goods By Road And Rail – Sixth
Edition.
Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons.
National Code of Practice for the Preparation of Material Safety Data Sheets 2nd Edition
[NOHSC:2011(2003)]
Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances [NOHSC:1008(1999)]
Material Safety Data Sheets – individual raw materials – Suppliers.
HSIS – Hazardous Substance Information System – National Worksafe Data Base.
Revision Information New Issue to standard : 2nd Edition [NOHSC:2011(2003)].
Note Safety Data Sheets are updated frequently. Please ensure that you have a current copy.
Contact Point Regulatory Affairs Manager. Telephone 07 3807 7400
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Issue Date June 2013 Supersedes Issue Date 1 Issue
This MSDS summarizes at the date of issue our best knowledge of the health and safety hazard information of this
product, and in particular how to safely handle and use this product in the workplace. Since the supplier cannot
anticipate or control the conditions under which the product may be used, each user must, prior to usage, review this
MSDS in the context of how the user intends to handle and use the product in the workplace. If clarification or
further information is needed to ensure that an appropriate assessment can be made, the user should contact this
supplier.
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