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Qualco, Inc.. Utikem Algaecide

SAFETY DATA SHEET

Section 1 – Identification

Product Name: Utikem Algaecide

EPA Reg Number: 3525-106

Chemical Names: Quat, Alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride

Chemical Family: Quaternary Ammonium Compound

Description: Algaecide intended for use in swim pools and spas

OSHA Hazard Classification: Non-Hazardous

Manufacturer: Qualco, Inc. Phone No.: 973-473-1222

Address: 225 Passaic Street Fax No.: 973-473-0535

Passaic, NJ 07055 Emergency: 1-800-424-9300 (Chemtrec)

Section 2 – Hazards Identification

Quaternary Ammonium Compound Blend:

UN: 1993

Hazchem: 2 Z

Corrosive, flammable

Section 3 – Composition/Information on Ingredients

PROPRIETARY INFORMATION

INGREDIENT UN NO.

Quaternary Ammonium Compound Blend 1993

Ethanol/Isopropanol

This product is a 5% solution of the above

Section 4 – First Aid Measures

SKIN CONTACT: Wash exposed area with plenty of soap and water. Repeat washing. Remove

contaminated clothing and wash thoroughly before reuse. If irritation persists, consult a physician.

EYE CONTACT: Flush immediately with copious amounts of tap water or normal saline solution for a

minimum of 15 minutes. Take exposed individual to a physician, preferably an ophthalmologist, for further

evaluation.

INGESTION: DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Rinse mouth with copious amounts of water or milk, first.

Irrigate the esophagus and dilute stomach contents by slowly giving one (1) or two (2) glasses of water or

milk. In cases where the individual is semi-comatose or convulsing, DO NOT GIVE FLUIDS BY MOUTH.

In case of unintentional ingestion of the product, seek medical assistance immediately; take individual to

the nearest medical facility.

INHALATION: If exposure by inhalation is suspected, immediately move exposed individual to fresh air. If

individual experiences nausea, headache, dizziness, has difficulty in breathing or is cyanotic, seek

medical attention immediately. If breathing is abnormal, ventilate the lungs with 100% humidified oxygen

for 30 minutes every hour until symptom subside

NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: No product specific antidote is known. Probable mucosal damage may

contraindicate the use of gastric lavage. Treat symptoms.

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Qualco, Inc.. Utikem Algaecide SAFETY DATA SHEET Section 1 – Identification Product Name: Utikem Algaecide EPA Reg Number: 3525-106 Chemical Names: Quat, Alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride Chemical Family: Quaternary Ammonium Compound Description: Algaecide intended for use in swim pools and spas OSHA Hazard Classification: Non-Hazardous Manufacturer: Qualco, Inc. Address: 225 Passaic Street Passaic, NJ 07055 Phone No.: Fax No.
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Qualco, Inc.. Utikem Algaecide Section 5 – Fire Fighting Measures FLASH POINT: >65oC (PMCC) EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Water, foam, dry chemical powder or carbon dioxide SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Do not contaminate oxidizing agents if stored nearby Section 6 – Accidental Release Measures LARGE SPILLS: Contain area to prevent spill from spreading. Minimize adverse effects on the environment. Recover as much as possible of the pure product into appropriate containers.
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Qualco, Inc.. Utikem Algaecide Section 11 – Toxicological Information ACUTE EFFECTS: Oral LD50: 1153 mg/kg by calculation Dermal LD50: 7650 mg/kg by calculation IRRITANT EFFECTS: Irritating to eyes and skin and harmful if swallowed when in concentrated form. Section 12 – Ecological Information May not be flushed down municipal sewers. The product is a strong algaecide and will destroy marine plant life and fish. Section 13 – Disposal Considerations Product is not a hazardous waste.