This SDS is prepared in accord with the SWA document "Preparation of Safety data Sheets for Hazardous
Chemicals - Code of Practice" (Feb 2016).
SAFETY DATA SHEET
Dettol Disinfectant Wipes
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/
undertaking
Product identifier
Product name
: : Dettol Disinfectant Wipes - Surface Cleanser
SDS # : D0300126 v2.2
Label elements : 0318315 - Lemon Lime Burst (NZ)
Formulation # : 0322183 - Crisp Apple
0322185 - Fresh (original)
Sizes : 190 mm x 180 mm substrate (60/40 polyester/viscous)
in a PET/PE laminate (various wipe count, flat-packs)
Product type : Multipurpose Cleaner - Wipe impregnated with liquid
Product use : Consumer
Supplier
: AUSTRALIA
Reckitt Benckiser (Australia) Pty Limited
ABN: 17 003 274 655
680 George Street, Sydney NSW 2000
Tel: +61 (0)2 9857 2000
NEW ZEALAND
Reckitt Benckiser (New Zealand) Limited
2 Fred Thomas Drive, Takapuna,
Auckland, New Zealand 0622
Tel: +64 9 484 1400
Poison Information contact : Australia - 13 11 26
New Zealand - 0800 746 766 or 0800 POISON
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture
Product definition : Mixture
Classification : Not classified
See Section 16 for the full text of the R phrases or H statements declared above.
See Section 11 for more detailed information on health effects and symptoms.
Label elements
Signal word : No signal word.
Hazard statements : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
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SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Precautionary statements
General : Keep out of reach of children.
Prevention : Not applicable.
Response : Not applicable.
Storage : Not applicable.
Disposal : Not applicable.
Hazardous ingredients : Not applicable.
Supplemental label : For surfaces that come in contact with food: Use only on hard non-porous surfaces
elements and rinse thoroughly with water.
For use on toys: Use only on hard non-porous surfaces.
Not for personal use
Do not flush down the toilet
Special packaging requirements
Containers to be fitted : Not applicable.
with child-resistant
fastenings
Tactile warning of danger : Not applicable.
Other hazards
Other hazards which do : None known.
not result in classification
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
Substance/mixture : Mixture
Product/ingredient n ame Identifiers %w/w Risk Phrases
Ethanol CAS: 64-17-5 < 10 F; R11
0.25 - 1 Xn; R21/22
Quaternary ammonium compounds, CAS: 68424-85-1
benzyl-C12-16-alkyldimethyl, chlorides
C; R34
N; R50
See Section 16 for
the full text of the R-
phrases declared
above.
Other Non-hazardous ingredients to 100%.
Substances of very high concern
None of the components are listed.
There are no additional ingredients present which, within the current knowledge of the supplier and in the
concentrations applicable, are classified as hazardous to health or the environment, are PBTs or vPvBs or have been
assigned a workplace exposure limit and hence require reporting in this section.
Occupational exposure limits, if available, are listed in Section 8.
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SECTION 4: First aid measures
Description of first aid measures
Eye contact : Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water, occasionally lifting the upper and lower
eyelids. Check for and remove any contact lenses. Get medical attention if irritation
occurs.
Inhalation : Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
Get medical attention if symptoms occur.
Skin contact : Flush contaminated skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and
shoes. Get medical attention if symptoms occur.
Ingestion : Wash out mouth with water. Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a
position comfortable for breathing. If material has been swallowed and the exposed
person is conscious, give small quantities of water to drink. Do not induce vomiting
unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Get medical attention if symptoms
occur.
Protection of first-aiders : No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training.
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Potential acute health effects
Eye contact : May cause eye irritation upon direct contact with eyes.
Inhalation : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Skin contact : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Ingestion : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Over-exposure signs/symptoms
Eye contact : No specific data.
Inhalation : No specific data.
Skin contact : No specific data.
Ingestion : No specific data.
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Notes to physician : Treat symptomatically. Contact poison treatment specialist immediately if large
quantities have been ingested or inhaled.
Specific treatments : No specific treatment.
SECTION 5: Firefighting measures
Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing : Use an extinguishing agent suitable for the surrounding fire.
media
Unsuitable extinguishing : None known.
media
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Hazards from the : No specific fire or explosion hazard. In a fire, hazardous decomposition products
substance or mixture may be produced.
Hazardous thermal : Decomposition products may include the following materials:
decomposition products carbon dioxide
carbon monoxide
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SECTION 5: Firefighting measures
Advice for firefighters
Special protective actions : Promptly isolate the scene by removing all persons from the vicinity of the incident if
for fire-fighters there is a fire. No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without
suitable training.
Special protective : Fire-fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained
equipment for fire-fighters breathing apparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in positive pressure
mode. Clothing for fire-fighters (including helmets, protective boots and gloves).
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
For non-emergency : No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training.
personnel Evacuate surrounding areas. Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from
entering. Do not touch or walk through spilled material. Put on appropriate
personal protective equipment.
For emergency responders : If specialised clothing is required to deal with the spillage, take note of any
information in Section 8 on suitable and unsuitable materials. See also the
information in "For non-emergency personnel".
Environmental : Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways,
precautions drains and sewers. Inform the relevant authorities if the product has caused
environmental pollution (sewers, waterways, soil or air).
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Small spill : Move containers from spill area. Vacuum or sweep up material and place in a
designated, labeled waste container. Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal
contractor.
Large spill : Move containers from spill area. Prevent entry into sewers, water courses,
basements or confined areas. Vacuum or sweep up material and place in a
designated, labeled waste container. Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal
contractor.
Reference to other : See Section 1 for emergency contact information.
sections See Section 8 for information on appropriate personal protective equipment.
See Section 13 for additional waste treatment information.
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
The information in this section contains generic advice and guidance. The list of Identified Uses in Section 1 should be
consulted for any available use-specific information provided in the Exposure Scenario(s).
Precautions for safe handling
Protective measures : Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see Section 8).
Advice on general : Eating, drinking and smoking should be prohibited in areas where this material is
occupational hygiene handled, stored and processed. Workers should wash hands and face before
eating, drinking and smoking. Remove contaminated clothing and protective
equipment before entering eating areas. See also Section 8 for additional
information on hygiene measures.
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SECTION 7: Handling and storage
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage : Store in accordance with local regulations. Store in original container protected
from direct sunlight in a dry, cool and well-ventilated area, away from incompatible
materials (see Section 10) and food and drink. Keep container tightly closed and
sealed until ready for use. Containers that have been opened must be carefully
resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage. Do not store in unlabeled containers.
Use appropriate containment to avoid environmental contamination.
Specific end use(s)
Recommendations : Multipurpose Cleaner
Consumer uses
Industrial sector specific : Not available.
solutions
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
The information in this section contains generic advice and guidance. The list of Identified Uses in Section 1 should be
consulted for any available use-specific information provided in the Exposure Scenario(s).
Control parameters
Occupational exposure limits
Product/ingredient name Exposure limit values
Europe
ethanol Australia.
TWA: 1000 ppm 8 hours.
TWA: 1880 mg/m³ 8 hours.
New Zealand.
TWA: 1000 ppm 8 hours.
TWA: 1880 mg/m³ 8 hours.
Recommended monitoring : If this product contains ingredients with exposure limits, personal, workplace
procedures atmosphere or biological monitoring may be required to determine the effectiveness
of the ventilation or other control measures and/or the necessity to use respiratory
protective equipment. Reference should be made to monitoring standards,
Reference to national guidance documents for methods for the determination of
hazardous substances will also be required.
Manufacturer: Exposure controls
Appropriate engineering : Good general ventilation should be sufficient to control worker exposure to airborne
controls contaminants.
Individual protection measures
Hygiene measures : Wash hands, forearms and face thoroughly after handling chemical products,
before eating, smoking and using the lavatory and at the end of the working period.
Appropriate techniques should be used to remove potentially contaminated clothing.
Wash contaminated clothing before reusing. Ensure that eyewash stations and
safety showers are close to the workstation location.
Eye/face protection : Safety eyewear complying with an approved standard should be used when a risk
assessment indicates this is necessary to avoid exposure to liquid splashes, mists,
gases or dusts. If contact is possible, the following protection should be worn,
unless the assessment indicates a higher degree of protection: safety glasses with
side-shields.
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SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
Skin protection
Hand protection : Chemical-resistant, impervious gloves complying with an approved standard should
be worn at all times when handling chemical products if a risk assessment indicates
this is necessary.
Permeation level 6, Penetration level 3 following EN374, taking into consideration
the exposure of chemicals given in chapter 3.
Body protection : Personal protective equipment for the body should be selected based on the task
being performed and the risks involved and should be approved by a specialist
before handling this product.
Other skin protection : Appropriate footwear and any additional skin protection measures should be
selected based on the task being performed and the risks involved and should be
approved by a specialist before handling this product.
Respiratory protection : Use a properly fitted, particulate filter respirator complying with an approved
standard if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary. Respirator selection
must be based on known or anticipated exposure levels, the hazards of the product
and the safe working limits of the selected respirator.
: Emissions from ventilation or work process equipment should be checked to
ensure they comply with the requirements of environmental protection legislation.
In some cases, fume scrubbers, filters or engineering modifications to the process
equipment will be necessary to reduce emissions to acceptable levels.
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance
Physical state : Solid. [Wipe impregnated with liquid]
Color : White.
Odor : Characteristic.
Odor threshold : Not available.
pH : 5 to 8 [Conc. (% w/w): 100%][25°C]
Melting point/freezing point : Not available.
Initial boiling point and : Not available.
boiling range
Flash point : Closed cup: >93.3°C
Evaporation rate : Not available.
Flammability (solid, gas) : Not available.
Burning time : Not available.
Burning rate : Not available.
Upper/lower flammability or : Not available.
explosive limits
Vapor pressure : Not available.
Vapor density : Not available.
Density : 0.975 to 99 g/cm³ [20°C]
Solubility(ies) : Easily soluble in the following materials: cold water and hot water.
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/ : Not available.
water
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SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
Decomposition temperature : Not available.
Viscosity : Not available.
Explosive properties : Not available.
Oxidizing properties : Not available.
Corrosivity Remarks : Not available.
Other information
No additional information.
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
Reactivity : No specific test data related to reactivity available for this product or its ingredients.
Chemical stability : The product is stable.
Possibility of : Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous reactions will not occur.
hazardous reactions
Conditions to avoid : Store and use away from heat, sparks, open flame or any other ignition source.
Incompatible materials : Do not mix with household chemicals.
Hazardous : Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous decomposition products
decomposition products should not be produced.
Instability Conditions : Not available.
Instability temperature : Not available.
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
Product/ingredient name Result Species Dose Exposure
ethanol LC50 Inhalation Vapor Rat 124700 mg/m³ 4 hours
LD50 Oral Rat 7 g/kg -
Quaternary ammonium LD50 Dermal Rabbit 2848 mg/kg -
compounds, benzyl-
C12-16-alkyldimethyl,
chlorides
LD50 Dermal Rabbit 3413 mg/kg -
LD50 Oral Rat 344 mg/kg -
LD50 Oral Rat 398 mg/kg -
Acute toxicity estimates
Route ATE value
Oral 34565.1 mg/kg
Dermal 110528 mg/kg
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SECTION 11: Toxicological information
Irritation/Corrosion
Product/ingredient name Result Species Score Exposure Observation
ethanol Eyes - Moderate irritant Rabbit - 0.066666667 -
minutes 100
milligrams
Eyes - Mild irritant Rabbit - 24 hours 500 -
milligrams
Eyes - Moderate irritant Rabbit - 100 -
microliters
Eyes - Severe irritant Rabbit - 500 -
milligrams
Skin - Mild irritant Rabbit - 400 -
milligrams
Skin - Moderate irritant Rabbit - 24 hours 20 -
milligrams
Quaternary ammonium Skin - Severe irritant Rabbit - 25 milligrams -
compounds, benzyl-
C12-16-alkyldimethyl,
chlorides
Sensitization
Product/ingredient name Route of Species Result
exposure
Quaternary ammonium skin Guinea pig Not sensitizing
compounds, benzyl-
C12-16-alkyldimethyl,
chlorides
Mutagenicity
Product/ingredient name Test Experiment Result
Quaternary ammonium OECD 471 - Bacterial Experiment: In vitro Negative
compounds, benzyl- Reverse Mutation Test
C12-16-alkyldimethyl, Subject: Bacteria
chlorides
OECD 473 - Experiment: In vitro Negative
Mammalian
Chromosamal
Aberration Test
Subject: Mammalian-Animal
OECD 476 - Experiment: In vitro Negative
Mammalian Cell Gene
Mutation Test
Subject: Mammalian-Animal
Carcinogenicity
No known effect according to our database.
Reproductive toxicity
No known effect according to our database.
Teratogenicity
No known effect according to our database.
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
No known effect according to our database.
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SECTION 11: Toxicological information
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
No known effect according to our database.
Aspiration hazard
No known effect according to our database.
Potential acute health effects
Eye contact : May cause eye irritation upon direct contact with eyes.
Inhalation : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Skin contact : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Ingestion : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Symptoms related to the physical, chemical and toxicological characteristics
Eye contact : No specific data.
Inhalation : No specific data.
Skin contact : No specific data.
Ingestion : No specific data.
Delayed and immediate effects and also chronic effects from short and long term exposure
Short term exposure
Potential immediate : Not available.
effects
Potential delayed effects : Not available.
Long term exposure
Potential immediate : Not available.
effects
Potential delayed effects : Not available.
Potential chronic health effects
Not available.
Conclusion/Summary : Not available.
General : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Carcinogenicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Mutagenicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Teratogenicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Developmental effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Fertility effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Other information : Not available.
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SECTION 12: Ecological information
Toxicity
Product/ingredient name Result Species Exposure
ethanol Acute EC50 17.921 mg/l Marine water Algae - Ulva pertusa 96 hours
Acute EC50 2000 µg/l Fresh water Daphnia - Daphnia magna 48 hours
Acute LC50 25500 µg/l Marine water Crustaceans - Artemia 48 hours
franciscana - Larvae
Acute LC50 42000 µg/l Fresh water Fish - Oncorhynchus mykiss 4 days
Chronic NOEC 4.995 mg/l Marine Algae - Ulva pertusa 96 hours
water
Chronic NOEC 0.375 ul/L Fresh water Fish - Gambusia holbrooki - 12 weeks
Larvae
Quaternary ammonium Acute EC50 0.016 mg/l Daphnia 48 hours
compounds, benzyl-
C12-16-alkyldimethyl,
chlorides
Acute LC50 64 ppb Fresh water Fish - Oncorhynchus mykiss 96 hours
Chronic EC10 0.009 mg/l Algae 72 hours
Persistence and degradability
No known effect according to our database.
Conclusion/Summary : The surfactant(s) contained in this preparation complies (comply) with the
biodegradability criteria as laid down in Regulation (EC) No.648/2004 on detergents.
Data to support this assertion are held at the disposal of the competent authorities
of the Member States and will be made available to them, at their direct request or
at the request of a detergent manufacturer.
Product/ingredient name Aquatic half-life Photolysis Biodegradability
Quaternary ammonium - - Readily
compounds, benzyl-
C12-16-alkyldimethyl,
chlorides
Bioaccumulative potential
Product/ingredient name LogPow BCF Potential
ethanol -0.35 - low
Mobility in soil
Soil/water partition : Not available.
coefficient (KOC)
Mobility : Not available.
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
PBT : Not applicable.
vPvB : Not applicable.
Other adverse effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
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SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
The information in this section contains generic advice and guidance. The list of Identified Uses in Section 1 should be
consulted for any available use-specific information provided in the Exposure Scenario(s).
Waste treatment methods
Product
Methods of disposal : The generation of waste should be avoided or minimized wherever possible.
Disposal of this product, solutions and any by-products should at all times comply
with the requirements of environmental protection and waste disposal legislation
and any regional local authority requirements. Dispose of surplus and non-
recyclable products via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Waste should not be
disposed of untreated to the sewer unless fully compliant with the requirements of
all authorities with jurisdiction.
Hazardous waste : Within the present knowledge of the supplier, this product is not regarded as
hazardous waste.
Packaging
Methods of disposal : The generation of waste should be avoided or minimized wherever possible. Waste
packaging should be recycled. Incineration or landfill should only be considered
when recycling is not feasible.
Special precautions : This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way. Empty containers
or liners may retain some product residues. Avoid dispersal of spilled material and
runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers.
SECTION 14: Transport information
ADR/RID ADN IMDG IATA
UN number Not regulated. Not regulated. Not regulated. Not regulated.
UN proper - - - -
shipping name
Transport - - - -
hazard class(es)
Packing - - - -
group
No. No. No. No.
Environmental
hazards
Additional - - - -
information
For long distance transport of bulk material or shrunk pallet take into consideration sections 7 and 10.
Special precautions for Transport within user’s premises: always transport in closed containers that are
user upright and secure. Ensure that persons transporting the product know what to do in
the event of an accident or spillage.
Transport in bulk : Not available.
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SECTION 15: Regulatory information
Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Medicines and Poisons
Poison schedule (Australia) : Not scheduled
Australia inventory (AICS) : Not determined.
New Zealand Inventory of : Not determined.
Chemicals (NZIoC)
HSNO Group Standard : Cleaning Products
HSNO Approval Number : HSR002530
Approved Handler : No.
Requirement
Tracking Requirement : No.
SECTION 16: Other information
Indicates information that has changed from previously issued version.
Abbreviations and : ATE = Acute Toxicity Estimate
acronyms CLP = Classification, Labelling and Packaging Regulation [Regulation (EC) No.
1272/2008]
DNEL = Derived No Effect Level
PNEC = Predicted No Effect Concentration
RRN = REACH Registration Number
Key literature references : Not available.
and sources for data
Classification : Not Classified.
Full text of abbreviated R : R11- Highly flammable.
phrases R21/22- Harmful in contact with skin and if swallowed.
R34- Causes burns.
R50- Very toxic to aquatic organisms.
Full text of classifications : F - Highly flammable
[DSD/DPD] C - Corrosive
Xn - Harmful
N - Dangerous for the environment
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revision
Date of previous issue : 05/02/2016/(D8106825/4).
Version : 2.2
Prepared by : Reckitt Benckiser LLC.
Product Safety Department
1 Philips Parkway
Montvale, New Jersey 07646-1810 USA.
FAX: 201-476-7770
Revision comments : Update to ANZ GHS format (from D8106825/4)
Notice to reader
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above-
named supplier, nor any of its subsidiaries, assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or
completeness of the information contained herein.
Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may
present unknown hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein,
we cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist.
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