Safety Data Sheet ARC Masonry Cleaner

According to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (amended by Regulation (EU) No. 453/2010)

Version 2.1
Version date: 26/05/2023

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

Product identifier
Trade name/ designation
Article No (user)

ARC Masonry Cleaner Not available
Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Relevant identified uses Brick Cleaner
Uses advised against Not available

Details of the Supplier of the safety data sheet
Supplier
ARC C.S.I. Limited Ballykillduff. Tobinstown, Tullow, Co. Carlow.
R93HD99
Ireland
+353830964453
Emergency Telephone Number
Ireland (National Poisons Information Centre) 018092166

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]

Label elements
Signal word : Warning

Danger symbol:

Product identifier –

Supplemental Hazard information (EU) General statements

Prevention statements:
May cause mild skin irritation if not rinsed off with soap and water
May cause eye irritation if not rinsed out with copious amounts of water
May be harmful if swallowed
Avoid inhalation of vapours or mists
Wash thoroughly after handling
Wear eye protection/protective gloves

Response statements
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.

Storage statements –
Disposal statements –
Additional information –

Other hazards
Not available

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

No ingredients are hazardous according to REACH criteria. No components need to be disclosed according to the applicable regulations. The mixture does not contain any substances classified as Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC) by the European CHemicals Agency (ECHA) under article 57 of REACH: http://echa.europa.eu/fr/candidate-list-table.

SECTION 4: First aid measures

Description of first aid measures
General information

Following inhalation:
In case of accident or unwellness. seek medical advice immediately (show directions for use or safety data sheet if possible).
Provide fresh air.
If breathing is difficult, remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
If breathing is irregular or stopped, administer artificial respiration. Immediately call a doctor.

Following skin contact:
After contact with skin, take off immediately all contaminated clothing, and wash immediately with
plenty of water and soap. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.

Following eye contact
Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
In case of eye irritation consult an ophthalmologist.

Following ingestion
Do NOT induce vomiting.
Rinse mouth thoroughly with water.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person or a person with cramps. Call a doctor if you feel unwell.

Self-protection of the first aider

Not available

Most important Symptoms and effects both acute and delayed

Symptoms
May cause mild eye irritation if not rinsed with copious amounts of water.

Effects: Not available

Indication of any immediate medical attention and Special treatment needed
Notes for the doctor: Treat symptomatically

Special treatment: Not available

SECTION 5: Firefighting measures

Extinguishing media
Product does not support combustion, use extinguishing agent for type of surrounding fire.
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Advice for firefighters
Special protective equipment for firefighters: Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus and chemical protective clothing.

Additional information
Use water spray jet to protect personnel and to cool endangered containers. Move undamaged containers from immediate hazard area if it can be done safely Do not inhale explosion and combustion gases.
Collect contaminated fire extinguishing water separately Do not allow entering drains or surface water.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

Personal precautions. protective eguipment and emergency_procedures
Use personal protection equipment. Do not breathe vapour.
Provide adequate ventilation.

For non-emergency personnel: Remove persons to safety Personal precautions: Use personal protection equipment.
For emergency responders: Wear personal protective clothing (see section 8).
Personal protection equipment: Wear breathing apparatus if exposed to vapours/dusts/aerosols.

Environmental precautions
Ensure waste is collected and contained.
No special environmental measures are necessary

Methods and material for containment and cleaning
For containment: Absorb with liquid-binding material (e.g. sand, diatomaceous earth, acid or universal binding agents).
For cleaning up: Collect in closed and suitable containers for disposal.
Dispose of waste according to applicable legislation.

Reference to other sections
Disposal: see section 13

Additional information: Not available

SECTION 7: Handling and Storage

Precautions for safe handling
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do not breathe vapors or spray mist. For precautions see section 2.2.
Protective measures: Environmental precautions: See section 8.

Advices on general occupational hygiene: When using do not eat, drink. smoke, sniff. Wash hands before breaks and after work.

Conditions for safe storage. including any incompatibilities
Keep container tightly closed and in a well-ventilated place. Store in a dry place.
Open containers must be carefully closed/resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage. Do not mix with strong oxidizing agents
Advice on joint storage: Storage class: no classification

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/ personal protection

8.1. Control parameters
Contains no substances with occupational exposure limit values.

Appropriate engineering controls
Use personal protective equipment as required.
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practices.
Personal protection equipment

Eye protection
Eye protection: Eye glasses with side protection.

Hand protection
Wear protective gloves.
Suitable gloves type: NBR (nitrile rubber) Additional hand protection measures.: N/A
Do not wear gloves near rotary machines and tools.
Remark: The quality of the protective gloves resistant to chemicals must be chosen as a function of the specific working place concentration and quantity of hazardous substances. For special purposes, it is recommended to check the resistance to chemicals of the protective gloves mentioned above together with the supplier of these gloves. Wash
hands before breaks and after work.
Respiratory protection
Usually no personal respirative protection necessary
Environmental exposure controls
Do not allow to enter into surface water or drains.
Consumer exposure controls
Not available

Additional information Not available

SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties

9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance:

Physical state:Clear amber  liquid

Colour: No data available 
Odour Mild soapy
Odour threshold
pH
Melting point/freezing point Value: < -7 °C Initial boiling point and boiling range Value:> 109°c
Flash point Value: No data available
Evaporation rate Value: No data available
Flammability Value: No data available
Vapour pressure Value: No data available

Vapour density Value: No data available
Relative density Value: 1.12 ±0.02 Value:
Solubility(ies) 100% Soluble
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water (Log KOC) -Value: liquid
Auto-ignition temperature Value: No data available
Decomposition temperature Value: No data available
Viscosity Value: No data available
Explosive properties Value: No data available
Oxidising properties:Value: No data available

SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity

Reactivity.
This material is considered to be non-reactive under normal use conditions.

Chemical stability
The product is stable under storage at normal ambient temperatures.

Possibility of hazardous reactions
No hazardous reaction when handled and stored according to provisions.

Conditions to avoid
No information available.

lncompatible materials
Strong Acids, Bases, and Oxidizing Agents

Hazardous decomposition products
Does not decompose when used for intended uses. In the event of fire, see section 5.

Additional information Not available

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

Information on toxicological effects

Toxicokinetics, metabolism and distribution
Acute toxicity – LOSO Oral – rat – 3,360 mg/kg
Information on toxicological effects
Skin corrosion/irritation: no data available Serious eye damage/irritation: no data available
Respiratory or skin sensitisation: no data available
Repeated dose toxicity (subacute, subchronic, chronic): no data available
CMR effects (carcinogenicity, mutagenicity and toxicity for reproduction): Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.
Symptoms related to the physical, chemical and toxicological characteristics
Not available
Carcinogenicity, mutagenicity or reproductive toxicity

IARC: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.
ACGIH: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as a carcinogen or potential carcinogen by ACGIH.
NTP: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as a known or anticipated carcinogen by NTP.
OSHA: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as a carcinogen or potential carcinogen by OSHA.
Additional information Not available

SECTION 12: Ecological information

Toxicity
No information available.

Persistence and degradability: No information available.
Bioaccumulative potential: Does not bioaccumulate

Mobility in soil:No information available.

Results of PBT and vPvB assessment:
The substances in the mixture does not meet the PBT/vPvB criteria according to REACH, annex XIII.
Other adverse effects
Not available

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1. Waste treatment methods

Waste treatment options:

Appropriate disposal/ Product: Dispose of waste according to applicable legislation. Delivery to an approved waste disposal company
Appropriate disposal/ Package: Handle contaminated packages in the same way as the substance itself.
Remark: The allocation of waste identity numbers/waste descriptions must be carried out according to the EEC, specific to the industry and process.
For recycling, contact manufacturer.

Additional information Not available

SECTION 14: Transport information

The product is not considered as dangerous good for transport.

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

Safety health and environmental regulations/legislation Specific for the substance or mixture
EU legislation: Not applicable
Chemical Safety Assessment
Chemical safety assessments for substances in this mixture were not carried out.

Additional information
Not available

 

SECTION 16: Other information

Indication of changes
Not applicable
Abbreviations and acronyms
https://phrases.esdscom.eu/
Key literature references and sources for data
This information is not available.
Classification for mixtures and used evaluation method according to regulation (EC) 1272/2008 [CLP]
Not available
Relevant R-, H- and EUH-phrases (Number and full text)

The information given in this Safety Data Sheet is based on our present knowledge and on european and national regulations. This Safety Data Sheet describes safety requirements relative to identified uses, it doesn’t guarantee all the product properties particularly in the case of non identified uses. The product mustn’t be used for any uses other than those identified under heading 1. Since the user’s working conditions are not known by us, it is the responsability of the user to take all necessary measures to comply with legal requirements for specific uses and avoid negative health effects.