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ABN. 97 004 905 971 Issue 3: 5-Dec-2003
PO Box 166, Bayswater VIC 3153 AUSTRALIA Product: Tandex CW-N
Melb - Ph: (61-3) 9729 6722 Melb Fax: (61-3) 9721 4848 File: MsdsWT037
Syd - Ph: (61-2) 9316 5908 Syd Fax: (61-2) 9316 5984
Email –mail@tandex.com.au Web –www.tandex.com.au
IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT NAME: Tandex CW-N
OTHER NAMES: Poisonous Liquid, N.O.S
MANUFACTURER'S PRODUCT
CODE: WT0371 - 1L, WT0375 - 5L, WT03720 - 20L,
INGREDIENTS
CHEMICAL ENTITY: CAS NUMBER PROPORTION
Ethylene Glycol 107-21-1 >60%
Alkylamine Acetate Salt 61790-33-8 10-<30%
Balance of components are non-hazardous and comprise proprietary information.
HEALTH HAZARD
ACUTE HEALTH EFFECTS
Poisonous if swallowed. Initial symptoms resemble alcohol intoxication, leading to
SWALLOWED: vomiting, headache, convulsions and unconsciousness. Severe cases may result in renal
failure and death from respiratory failure or pulmonary oedema.
EYE: Causes injury to cornea and eyelids.
Can cause skin irritation. Will have a degreasing action on skin. Repeated or prolonged
SKIN:
contact may lead to irritant contact dermatitis
Inhalation of vapours, mists or aerosols can cause respiratory irritation and possibly
INHALED:
headaches, dizziness and nausea.
The effects from chronic exposure to Tandex CW-N have not been fully evaluated. As with
CHRONIC HEALTH
any chemical, good occupational work practice should be implemented to avoid ingestion,
EFFECTS:
inhalation, skin and eye contact.
CLASSIFICATION: Xn: Harmful
FIRST AID
Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth with water and dilute stomach contents with a glass
SWALLOWED: of water. Never administer fluids to an unconscious person. Take individual to nearest
medical facility.
Flush immediately and thoroughly with copious amounts of clean tap water or saline
EYE:
(minimum 15 minutes). If irritation persists seek medical advice.
Wash exposed area with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes. Remove
SKIN:
contaminated clothing and wash thoroughly If irritation persists seek medical advice.
Move affected person to fresh air. In case of shortness of breath, administer oxygen and
INHALED:
obtain medical assistance. Avoid becoming a casualty.
FIRST AID
Normal washroom facilities, water, soap, eyewash and shower.
FACILITIES:
ADVICE TO
No specific antidote is known. Treat symptomatically.
DOCTOR:
PERSONAL P.V.C. or rubber gloves, safety glasses/goggles, rubber boots recommended. Wash hands
PROTECTION: thoroughly with soap and water after handling.
Product is a non-flammable, but combustible liquid.
FLAMMABILITY:
Hazchem: 2XE
SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
STORAGE AND Store in sealed containers in cool, dry, well-ventilated storage away from sunlight and
TRANSPORT: extremes of temperature. Store away from oxidising agents and foodstuffs. Area should be
constructed with suitable flooring and bunding designed to fully contain spills.
Classed as a C1 (combustible liquid) for the purpose of storage and handling.
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Issue 3: 5-Dec-2003
Product: Tandex CW-N
File: MsdsWT037
CONTACT POINT:
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