SDS

SAFETY DATA SHEET
Crystal Drain Opener
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Hazard Statement(s): Precautionary Statement(s):
H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H318: Causes serious eye damage
P260: Do not breathe dust.
P264: Wash thoroughly after handling.
P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye
protection/face protection.
EU HAZARD CLASSIFICATION OF INGREDIENTS PER DIRECTIVE 1999/45/EC:
[C] Corrosive
Risk Phrases:
R35: Causes severe burns
Safety Phrases:
S24/25: Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
S22: Do not breathe dust.
2.3 HEALTH HAZARDS OR RISKS FROM EXPOSURE:
SYMPTOMS OF OVEREXPOSURE BY ROUTE OF EXPOSURE: The most significant routes of exposure for this
product are by inhalation, skin contact, eye contact or ingestion.
ACUTE:
INHALATION: May cause corrosive burns.
CONTACT WITH SKIN: Corrosive, may cause skin burns upon contact.
EYE CONTACT: Corrosive, may cause sever eye damage. Direct contact with eyes may cause irreversible
damage.
INGESTION: Ingestion may cause damage to gastrointestinal track.
CHRONIC: Repeated or prolonged exposure to fumes or materials may cause bronchial irritation with chronic
cough, dermatitis to the skin, conjunctivitis to the eyes, and gastrointestinal disturbances.
TARGET ORGANS: Acute/Chronic: Eyes, Skin, Respiratory System, Gastrointestinal track.
3. COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Hazardous Ingredients: WT% CAS# EINECS # Hazard
Classification
Risk Phrases
Sodium Hydroxide 96-100% 1310-73-2 215-185-5 [C] Corrosive R35
Balance of other ingredients is less than 1% in concentration (or 0.1% for carcinogens, reproductive
toxins, or respiratory sensitizers).
NOTE: ALL WHMIS required information is included in appropriate sections based on the ANSI Z400.1-2010 format. This product has been classified in
accordance with the hazard criteria of the CPR and the SDS contains all the information required by the CPR, EU Directives and the Japanese
Industrial Standard JIS Z 7250: 2000.
4. FIRST-AID MEASURES
4.1 DESCRIPTION OF FIRST AID MEASURES:
EYE CONTACT: If product enters the eyes, open eyes while under gentle running water for at least 15 minutes. Seek
medical attention if irritation persists.
SKIN CONTACT: If product contacts skin, wash skin thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Seek medical
attention if irritation develops and persists.
INHALATION: If breathing becomes difficult, remove victim to fresh air. If necessary, use artificial respiration to
support vital functions. Seek medical attention.
INGESTION: If product is swallowed, call physician or poison control center for most current information. If
professional advice is not available, do not induce vomiting. Never induce vomiting or give diluents (milk or water) to
someone who is unconscious, having convulsions, or who cannot swallow. Seek medical advice. Take a copy of the
label and/or SDS with the victim to the health professional.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE: None known
4.2 SYMPTOMS AND EFFECTS, BOTH ACUTE AND DELAYED:
Exposure to this product may cause burns to the skin, eyes, and respiratory system.
4.3 RECOMMENDATIONS TO PHYSICIANS: Treat symptoms and eliminate overexposure.