Page 1 of 5 1.0 Introduction Statement of Hazardous Nature: Company Details: Company: Street Address: Postal Address: Telephone No: (09) 277-7770 Emergency Telephone No: 0800 200 162 Not classified as hazardous according to the criteria of NZS 5433:1999. New Zealand 14 Mayo Road, Wiri, Auckland, New Zealand PO Box 88-048, Clendon Town, Auckland, New Zealand 2.0 Product Identification Product Name: MoistureGuard for CCA Other Names: Ultrawood UN Number: None allocated Dangerous Goods Class: Hazchem Code: NFPA: (Health: 1) - (Flammability: 0) - (Reactivity: 1) Manufacturer: New Zealand Use: Water repellent concentrate for use in timber preservation.
Page 2 of 5 Physical Description/Properties: Appearance: White opaque liquid with hydrocarbon odour Form: Liquid Boiling Point: 100 C Melting Point: Vapour pressure: Vapour density: Specific gravity: 0.95 g/ml Flash Point: Non-flammable Flammability Limits: Not flammable Autoignition Temp: Solubility in water: Miscible ph: ~7 Ingredients: Chemical Entity CAS. no. Proportion Long chain hydrocarbon confidential >60 %w/w Surfactant confidential <10 %w/w Water 7732-18-5 to 100 % 3.0 HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION Acute Effects: Swallowed: No information available. Eye: May cause slight irritation. Skin: May cause slight irritation. Inhaled: No information available.
Page 3 of 5 Chronic Effects: Prolonged and repeated exposure could lead to dry skin and dermatitis. First Aid: Eyes: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and contact a doctor or National Poisons Centre (0800 764 766) if irritation persists. Lungs: Remove victim to fresh air. Treat any irritation symptomatically. Skin: After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of warm soapy water. Mouth: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Do not induce vomiting. If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre. First Aid Facilities: Ensure an eye wash and safety shower are available and ready to use. Advice to Doctor: Treat symptomatically. 4.0 PRECAUTIONS FOR USE Exposure Limits: Workplace exposure standards TWA STEL Paraffin wax (Fume) 2mg/m 3 - Oil mist (mineral) 5mg/m 3 10mg/m 3 Engineering Controls: Use with adequate ventilation. Local exhaust may be necessary if handled in confined areas.
Page 4 of 5 Personal Protection: Skin: PVC or rubber gloves, long sleeves, long trousers and suitable footwear should be worn when manufacturing or handling Eyes: Safety glasses or goggles Respiratory: An approved organic vapour respirator should be worn when used in confined spaces. Flammability: Non-flammable. 5.0 SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION Storage and Transport: Product considered non-hazardous for transport by NZS 5433:1999. Observe label precautions. Smoking, eating and drinking should be prohibited during handling. Keep containers tightly closed. Any containers which are opened, should be carefully resealed. Store between 0 and 30 C in a dry, clean and well-ventilated area out of direct sunlight. Spills and Disposal: Wear protective clothing as above. Do not allow into drains or water courses. Contain spill by absorbing with sand, earth or other absorbent material. Wash down spill area with copious quantities of water. Waste and empty containers must be disposed of in accordance with local government regulations. Dispose of by liaising with a waste disposal company or by dumping at a site approved by local authorities. Fire/Explosion Hazard: Non-flammable. Use water spray to cool containers threatened by fire. Use extinguisher appropriate to burning material.
Page 5 of 5 Reactivity Data: Stable under normal conditions. Toxicity Data: None available for product. 6.0 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONTACT POINTS: OSMOSE HEAD OFFICE NORMAL HOURS: (09) 277-7770 OSMOSE 24 HOUR EMERGENCY NUMBER: 0800 200 162 IN AN EMERGENCY, DIAL 111 - FIRE OR POLICE 24 hr Emergency No: National Poisons Centre Phone: 0800 764 766