SAFETY DATA SHEET
Histo-Clear
1. IDENTIFICATION
Product Identifiers
Product Name:
Histo-Clear
Other Names:
Not available
Product Number(s):
64110-01, 64110-04, 64110-10
CAS Number:
5989-27-5
Recommended use of the chemical and restriction on use
Laboratory chemicals
Company Details
ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
Emergency Contact Details
ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS02 Flame
H226 Flammable liquid and vapour
GHS07
Skin Irrit. 2 H315 Causes skin irritation
Skin Sens. 1 H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
H226 Flammable liquid and vapour
GHS07
Skin Irrit. 2 H315 Causes skin irritation
Skin Sens. 1 H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
Label Elements
Signal Words
Warning
Hazard Statement(s)
Flammable liquid and vapour
Precautionary Statement(s)
Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. -No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Wash thoroughly after handling. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection. If on skin (or hair): take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. If skin irritation or rash occurs seek medical advice/attention.
Primary route(s) of entry
Not available
Human Health
Inhalation:
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapour/spray
Ingestion:
Not available
Eyes:
Not available
Skin:
If on skin (or hair) rinse skin with water/shower. If irritation occurs see medical advice
Environment
Not available
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Name
CAS No.
Content (w/w)
Classification
®-p-mentha-1, 8-diene
5989-27-5
Substance
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Ingestion
Immediately call a doctor
Inhalation
Supply fresh air and be sure to call for a doctor. In case of unconsciousness place patient stably in side position for transportation
Skin Contact
Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly
Eye Contact
Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water
Other Information
Symptoms of poisoning may even occur after several hours; therefore medical observation for at least 48 hours after the accident.
5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing equipment
CO₂, sand, extinguishing powder. Do not use water.
HAZCHEM
For safety reasons water with full jet are unsuitable extinguishing agents.
Special protective equipment and precautions for fire fighters
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away
Environmental precautions
Inform respective authorities in case of seepage into water course or sewage system. Do not allow to enter sewers/surface or ground water.
Methods and materials for containment and clean up
Absorb with liquid-binding material (sand, diatomite, acid binders, universal binders, sawdust). Dispose contaminated material as waste according to item 13. Ensure adequate ventilation. Do not flush with water or aqueous cleansing agents.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling
Ensure good ventilation/exhaustion at the workplace. Prevent formation of aerosols. Keep ignition sources away - Do not smoke. Protect from heat, Protect against electrostatic charges.
Conditions for safe storage
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Standards
Engineering controls
Not available
Personal protective equipment
Eye and face protection
Avoid contact with the eyes and skin. Wear tightly sealed goggles.
Skin protection
Avoid contact with the skin
Body protection
Immediately remove all soiled and contaminated clothing. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work.
Respiratory protection
In case of brief exposure or low pollution use respiratory filter device. In case of intensive or longer exposure use respiratory protective device that is independent of circulating air.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
General information
Appearance
Colourless liquid
Odour
Fruit-like
pH
Not determined
Vapour Pressure
2.3hPa at 20°C
Density
0.848 g/cm³ at 20°C
Boiling Point
173°C
Melting Point
-74.3°C
Solubility
Not miscible or difficult to mix
Specific Gravity of Density
Not available
Flash Point
43°C
Flammable (Explosive) Limits
lower 0.7 Vol%, Upper 6.1 Vol%
Ignition Temperature
255°C
Formula
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity
No further relevant information available
Chemical stability
No decomposition if used according to specifications
Possibility of hazardous reactions
No dangerous reactions known
Conditions to avoid
No further relevant information available
Incompatible materials
No further relevant information available
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute effects
Not available
Eye contact
No irritating effect
Skin contact
Irritant to skin and mucous membranes. sensitization possible through skin contact
Ingestion
Not available
Inhalation
not available
Toxicity and irritation
Substance not listed
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity
Water hazard class 2 (assessment by list); hazardous for water. Do not allow product to reach ground water, water course or sewage system. Danger to drinking water if even small quantities leak into the ground. Also poisonous for fish and plankton in water bodies. Very toxic for aquatic organisms.
Persistence and degradability
No further relevant information available
Bioaccumulative potential
No further relevant information available
Other adverse effects
No further relevant information available
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
General information
Must not be disposed of together with household garbage. Do not allow product to reach sewage system. Disposal must be made according to official regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
ADG label required
HAZCHEM
For safety reasons water with full jet are unsuitable extinguishing agents.
UN Number
UN2319
Proper shipping name
Terpene Hydrocarbons, nos
Transport hazard class
DOT class 3 flammable liquids
Packing group
III
Environmental hazard
Environmentally hazardous, Marine pollutant. Symbol (fish and tree)
Special precautions for users
Warning: Flammable liquids. Danger code :30. Stowage category : A
Additional information
UN2319 Terpine Hydrocarbons, N.O.S., 3, III, environmentally hazardous
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Poisons Schedule Number
GHS02, GHS07
Other Information
16. OTHER INFORMATION
SDS preparation date
6 June 2022
Comments
This Safety Data Sheet (SDS) has been prepared in compliance with the Preparation of Safety Data Sheets for Hazardous Chemicals Code of Practice February 2016. It is the user's responsibility to determine the suitability of this information for adoption of necessary safety precautions. The information published in this SDS has been compiled from the publications listed in Section 16: to the best of our ability and knowledge these publications are considered accurate. We reserve the right to revise Safety Data Sheets as new information becomes available. Copies may be made for non-profit use.