SAFETY DATA SHEET

1. IDENTIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE / PREPARATION AND COMPANY

Product Name Hydrochloric acid inhibitor
Application A liquid corrosion inhibitor for hydrochloric acid

Supplier B & V WATER TREATMENT

LAMPORT DRIVE, HEARTLANDS BUSINESS PARK
DAVENTRY, NORTHANTS, NN11 8YH
Tel: 01327 871 967 Fax: 01327 704 322
E.Mail:enquiries@bvwater.co.uk
2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical name CAS No % (active) EINECS-No. Symbols R-phrases
RM7C

Blend of alkylamines >80% T-Toxic, Flammable R10, R23/24/25, R34, R41,

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3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

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Physical / chemical hazards: Toxic
R10
Environmental Hazards: Toxic to aquatic organisms.
Human health hazards: Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed
R23/24/25
Nil Nil

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

Ingestion: Causes burns to mouth ,and gastrointestinal tract.
FA15

Wash out mouth with water then drink plenty of water. Do not induce vomiting. Obtain medical attention and show this
datasheet,

Inhalation: Harmful and severely irritating to the respiratory tract.

FA15

Remove to fresh air. Obtain medical advice if symptoms persist.

Skin contact: Causes burns and harmful through absorption.

FA15

Wash with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing for washing.Consult doctor in accordance with symptoms.

Eye contact: Risk of severe injury to eyes.

FA15

Immediately rinse eye with sterile water for 20 minutes. Seek medical advice.

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 Notes to If this substance has been swallowed, perform gastric lavage.
doctor:
FA12

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

Flammability: Highly flammable

Extinguishing media: Dry powder, foam, carbon dioxide.

EX3

Unsuitable extinguishing media: Water spray jets.

EX5

Hazardous decompositions: Evaporation to dryness and subsequent decomposition generates toxic fumes of nitrogen oxides .
D2

Carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide also evolved.

Protective equipment: Wear full protective equipment - gloves, eye/face protection and overalls.
P2

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal precautions: Wear full protective equipment - gloves, eye/face protection and overalls. Ensure sufficient air
SP1

supply.

Environmental precautions: Do not allow to enter water courses.

EP2

Methods of clean up: Adsorb onto non-combustible material and store in suitable containers for disposal.
CU12

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Handling: Avoid direct contact with product. Before eating, drinking or smoking wash hands with soap and
H3

water.

Storage: Store in a cool, dry, ventilated area. After dispensing product, ensure that the container is firmly
S12

secured.

Shelf life: >12 months

Suitable packaging: Polyethylene containers.
PK1

Unsuitable packaging: Metals and alloys.

PK2

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION

Exposure limits: Substance: No materials present that are listed in EH40/2005.
Long term WEL (8 Hr): ppm mg/m3
Short term WEL (15 min): ppm mg/m3
Engineering measures: Ensure adequate ventilation of working area.
EN1

Respiratory protection: In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment.

RP4
SHB2

Skin, hand and body protection: Overalls, boots and PVC gloves.
Eye protection: Chemical goggles or face shield.
EP1

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Form: Liquid Boiling point (C):
Colour: Clear amber Decomposition temp (C):
Odour: Pungent Specific Gravity: 1.044
Molecular weight: Solubility: Soluble
pH: N/A Flash point (C): 33 C

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 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable under normal conditions.
ST1

Decomposition generates oxides of carbon (CO and CO2) and nitrogen (NOx).
DC15

Thermal decomposition:

Avoid temperature extremes.

CTA5

Conditions to avoid:
MTA1

Materials to avoid: Metals and alloys.

HR10

Hazardous reactions: Reacts with oxidising agents.

DP13

Decomposition products: Decomposition generates oxides of carbon (CO and CO2) and nitrogen (NOx).

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION (of hazardous constituents)

Acute toxicity: Oral; Mixed alkylamines Toxic
Dermal: Mixed alkylamines Causes burns
Inhalation: Mists or sprays very irritating to respiratory system
Eye: Very corrosive

Other data:

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Biodegradability No data
and persistence:

Ecotoxic effects: Toxic to aquatic organisms, fish and wildlife.

Other data:

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

MOD7

Methods of disposal: Dispose through licensed waste disposal contractor.

Packaging disposal: Return empty containers to the supplier for recycling or destroy by cutting up or by
PK2

incineration. Do not use for potable water.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

UN No.: 2929 Proper shipping name: PROPER SHIPPING NAME - TOXIC LIQUID FLAMMABLE,
ORGANIC, N.O.S.(mixed alkylamines)

Mode Regulation Class Packing group Ems No. Stowage Code Subsidiary risk

Road/Rail European - ADR/RID 6.1 II

Sea IMO / IMDG
Air ICAO / IATA

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15. REGULATORY INFORMATION (Classification and labelling according to UK CHIP Regs/EEC Directive 88/379/EEC)

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Risk Phrases
R10 Flammable

R23/24/25 Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed

R34 Causes burns

Safety phrases
S36 Wear suitable protective clothing

S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice

S28 After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water.

S45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible)

16.OTHER INFORMATION
The above information is based on current knowledge at the time of publication and is given in good faith.
B & V WATER TREATMENT implies no warranty as to the suitability of the product for any purpose other than that
outlined on the Product Data Sheet.

The information contained in this MSDS does not constitute an assessment of work place risks. The customer
should undertake a formal COSHH assessment which should ensure that employees are aware of the hazards /
precautions detailed in the MSDS. The COSHH assessment should ensure that the recommended safety equipment
is available and where applicable, that the exposure limits detailed in section 8 are not being exceeded.

References: The Carriage of Goods by Road and Rail Regulations.

The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH).
The Chemicals Hazard Information and Packaging Regulations (CHIP).

B & V Code BV13

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