Metal Polish

First aid is not generally required. If in doubt, contact a Poisons Information Centre or a doctor.

Gently blot away excess liquid. If irritation does occur, flush with lukewarm, gently flowing water for 5 minutes or until chemical is removed.

Symptoms: Irritation is unlikely.

Quickly and gently blot material from eyes. If irritation does occur, flush contaminated eye(s) with lukewarm, gently flowing water for 5 minutes or until the product is removed. Take special care if exposed person is wearing contact lenses.

Symptoms: No effects expected.

If product is swallowed or gets in mouth, do NOT induce vomiting. Wash mouth with water and give some water to drink. If symptoms develop, or if in doubt contact a Poisons Information Centre or a doctor.

carbon dioxide, dry chemical, foam

Combustible liquid. The major hazard in fires is usually inhalation of heated and toxic or oxygen deficient (or both), fire gases. There is no risk of an explosion from this product under normal circumstances if it is involved in a fire. Fires involving significant quantities of aromatic hydrocarbons often generate large clouds of black smoke. The smoke and other pyrolysis products may be toxic.

When fighting fires involving significant quantities of this product, wear a splash suit complete with self contained breathing apparatus.

Stop leak if safe to do so, and contain spill. Absorb onto sand, vermiculite or other suitable absorbent material. If spill is too large or if absorbent material is not available, try to create a dike to stop material spreading or going into drains or waterways. Sweep up and shovel or collect recoverable product into labelled containers for recycling or salvage, and dispose of promptly.

If spill is too large or if absorbent material is not available, try to create a dike to stop material spreading or going into drains or waterways.

prevent spillage from entering drains or water courses

Sweep up and shovel or collect recoverable product into labelled containers for recycling or salvage, and dispose of promptly.

Keep exposure to this product to a minimum, and minimise the quantities kept in work areas. Check Section 8 of this SDS for details of personal protective measures, and make sure that those measures are followed. The measures detailed below under "Storage" should be followed during handling in order to minimise risks to persons using the product in the workplace. Also, avoid contact or contamination of product with incompatible materials listed in Section 10.

Note that this product is GHS Flammable Class 4 and therefore, for Storage, meets the definition of Dangerous Goods. If you store large quantities (tonnes) of such products, we suggest that you consult your state's Dangerous Goods authority in order to clarify your obligations regarding their storage. Make sure that the product does not come into contact with substances listed under "Incompatibilities" in Section 10. Some liquid preparations settle or separate on standing and may require stirring before use. Check packaging - there may be further storage instructions on the label.

This product should only be used where there is ventilation that is adequate to keep exposure below the TWA levels. If necessary, use a fan.

Suitable impervious elbow-length gloves. We suggest that protective clothing be made from the following materials: rubber, PVC, nitrile.

Eye protection such as protective glasses or goggles is recommended when this product is being used.

Usually, no respirator is necessary when using this product. However, if you have any doubts consult the Australian Standard mentioned above.

You should avoid contact even with mild skin irritants. Therefore you should wear suitable impervious elbow-length gloves and facial protection when handling this product for lengthy periods. We suggest that protective clothing be made from the following materials: rubber, PVC, nitrile.

Stable under normal storage conditions.

This product is unlikely to react or decompose under normal storage conditions. However, if you have any doubts, contact the supplier for advice on shelf life properties.

This product will not undergo polymerisation reactions.

None known.

No particular Incompatibilities.

Combustion forms carbon dioxide, and if incomplete, carbon monoxide and possibly smoke. Water is also formed. May form oxides of sulfur (sulfur dioxide is a respiratory hazard) and other sulfur compounds. Most will have a foul odour. Sodium compounds. Carbon monoxide poisoning produces headache, weakness, nausea, dizziness, confusion, dimness of vision, disturbance of judgment, and unconsciousness followed by coma and death.