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Hypochlorous acid,potassium salt (1:1)

Material Data Safety Sheet - Product #14696

948323-05 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
MEDICAL EMERGENCIES ONLY (24 Hour Service): 1-800-328-0026
Medical Calls from Outside of the USA: 1-651-222-5352
INSTITUTIONAL DIVISION Ecolab Inc.
Ecolab Center St. Paul MN 55102
Product Information: 1-800-352-5326 Issue Date: October 5, 1999
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1.0 IDENTIFICATION /
1.1 Product Name: OASIS ENFORCE
1.2 Product Type: Liquid Self-Foaming Chlorinated Alkaline Cleaner
1.3 Hazard Rating: Health: 3 Fire: 0 Reactivity: 1
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Substances Subject to SARA 313 Reporting Are Indicated by "#"
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2.0 HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS / (mg/m3)
CAS No. % PEL TWA
2.1 Potassium hypochlorite 7778-66-7 2 * *
*PEL for chlorine = 3 C; ACGIH STEL = 3
2.2 Potassium hydroxide (caustic potash) 1310-58-3 11 No 2C
2.3 Nonionic surfactant confidential 1-5 No No
2.4 Anionic surfactant confidential 1-5 No No
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STEL = ACGIH short term exp. limit (15 min) PEL = OSHA 8 hr ave in air
TWA = ACGIH 8 hr average C = ceiling limit in air, do not exceed
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3.0 PHYSICAL DATA /

3.1 Appearance: Clear, light yellow liquid; chlorine odor
3.2 Solubility in Water: Mixes with water in all proportions
3.3 pH: 13.0 (100%)
3.4 Initial Boiling Point: > 212 deg F
3.5 Specific Gravity: 1.235 @ 68 deg F
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4.0 FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA /

4.1 Special Fire Hazards: High temperatures may release hazardous
decomposition products including chlorine gas, hydrogen chloride.
4.2 Fire Fighting Methods: Does not support combustion.
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5.0 REACTIVITY DATA /

5.1 Stability: Stable under normal conditions of use and handling.
5.2 Conditions to Avoid: Reacts vigorously with acids. Reacts with soft
metals i.e. aluminum or zinc, producing flammable hydrogen gas.
5.3 Reacts with reducing sugars in food products to form lethal carbon
monoxide gas. Take proper precautions when using in an enclosed or
semi-enclosed space. Monitor for carbon monoxide.
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6.0 SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES / USE PROPER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

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6.1 Cleanup: Dike or dam large spills. Pump to containers or soak up
on inert absorbent. Flush residue to sanitary sewer.
6.2 Waste Disposal: Unused product is RCRA Corrosive (D002). Consult
state/local authorities for limits on chemical waste disposal.

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7.0 HEALTH HAZARD DATA / DANGE
7.1 Effects of Overexposure to Concentrate:
Eyes: CAUSES CHEMICAL BURNS. May cause blindness.
++ Immediate water flushing is vital in case of eye contact ++
Skin: CAUSES CHEMICAL BURNS. Harmful contact may not cause
immediate pain.
If Swallowed: HARMFUL OR FATAL. Causes chemical burns of mouth
throat and stomach.
If Inhaled: Causes irritation to bronchitis or pneumonia, depending
on exposure. People with lung problems may be more affected.
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8.0 FIRST AID /

8.1 Eyes: Flush at once with cool running water. Remove contact lenses
and continue flushing for 15 minutes, holding eyelids apart so as to
rinse entire eye. CALL A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY.
8.2 Skin: Immediately flush skin with plenty of cool running water for
at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Discard or wash before reuse.
8.3 If Swallowed: Rinse mouth at once; then drink 1 or 2 large glasses
of water. DO NOT induce vomiting. NEVER give anything by mouth to
an unconscious person.
8.4 If Inhaled: Immediately move to fresh air.

IMMEDIATELY CALL THE MEDICAL EMERGENCY NUMBER, 1-800-328-0026,
A POISON CONTROL CENTER, OR A PHYSICIAN
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9.0 PROTECTIVE MEASURES /

9.1 FOR CONCENTRATE:
Eyes: Wear chemical splash goggles. For continued or severe
exposure wear a face shield over the goggles.
Skin: Wear any industrial rubber gloves, synthetic apron, other
protective equipment as necessary to prevent skin contact.
Respiratory: Avoid breathing mists or vapors of this product.
Note: Access to emergency eye wash and shower is recommended.
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10.0 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION /

10.1 Purpose of 10/5/1999 issue: Add line 1.3; QC and editorial update.
Replaces February 18, 1998 issue.

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KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
The above information is believed to be correct with respect to the
formula used to manufacture the product. As data, standards and
regulations change, and conditions of use and handling are beyond our
control, NO WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, IS MADE AS TO THE
COMPLETENESS OR CONTINUING ACCURACY OF THIS INFORMATION.

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