Chewing Gum Remover Spray (COSHH Safety Data Sheet – G240)

This COSHH safety data sheet refers to product no:G240, a chewing gum remover you can buy now –Prochem Chewing Gum Remover – 150ml Aerosol Spray.

Section 1: Product Details

Product IdentifierCHEWING GUM REMOVER Product Code: G240
Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against:An aerosol freezer spray product for the removal of chewing gum, sticky sweets and wax from carpets, fabrics and most hard surfaces.

Chewing Gum Remover is ready-to-use.

Always pretest carpet, fabric or surface to be treated in an inconspicuous area before proceeding.

For best results, perforate chewing gum with fork or perforator block before application of freezer spray.

Remove nozzle from can before inserting tube. Re-attach nozzle to can and spray onto gum or staining matter for approximately 5 seconds.

When white frost appears, chip hardened gum or matter away from fibres or surface with a blunt knife, then brush or vacuum away. Avoid damaging fibres or surface being treated.
Details of the supplier of the safety data sheetProchem Europe Ltd,
Oakcroft Road,
Chessington,
Surrey KT9 1RH,
UK.
Telephone No020 8974 1515 (UK)
+44 20 8974 1515
(office hours 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday only)
Websitewww.prochem.co.uk
Emailsales@prochem.co.uk
Emergency telephone number020 8974 1515 (UK)
+44 20 8974 1515
(office hours 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday only).
Emergency ActionIn the event of a medical enquiry involving this product, please contact your doctor or local hospital accident and emergency department, who may seek advice from the UK. National Poisons Information Service, where our full product details are held.

Section 2: Hazards Identification

CLASSIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE OR MIXTURE

CLASSIFICATION (1999/45/EC): Not classified as hazardous.

MOST IMPORTANT ADVERSE EFFECTS

Eye Contact: Contact with liquid or vapour may cause moderate eye irritation and possible cold burns.
Skin Contact: May cause cold burns (frost bite). No irritation or skin sensitisation.
Inhalation: Exposure to high concentrations of vapour may cause headache, dizziness and nausea.
Ingestion: Liquid splashes may cause cold burns to the mouth and throat.
Environment: See Ecological Information for further details.

LABEL ELEMENTS

For professional and industrial use only.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Keep container in a well ventilated place.
Do not breathe vapour/spray.
Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
Wear suitable gloves.
This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way.
Use only in a well ventilated area.

OTHER HAZARDS

Pressurised container.
Protect from sunlight and do not expose to temperatures exceeding 50°C / 112°F.
Keep away from sources of ignition – No Smoking.
Do not pierce or burn even after use.
Do not spray on an open flame or other ignition source.
Do not invert or shake the can during use.
Spray in short bursts to prevent cooling of the can.
See section 8 for details of exposure limits.

Section 3: Composition / Information On Ingredients

MIXTURES

SUBSTANCE RISK (See Section 16) H Statements EINECS NO. CAS NO. % W/W (EC RANGE)
1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane None Not currently available
212-337-0 811-97-2 30 to 100%

Section 4: First Aid Measures

DESCRIPTION OF FIRST AID MEASURES

Eye Contact

Flush immediately with water for 15 minutes.
Remove any contact lenses and open eyes wide apart.
Rinse with water.
Contact physician if discomfort continues.
In case of frost bite spray with water (never warm water) for at least 15 minutes.
Apply a sterile dressing and obtain medical assistance.

Skin Contact

Rinse immediately with plenty of water.
Get medical attention promptly if symptoms occur after washing.
Causes frost bite. Treat as thermal burns.
In case of frost bite, do not remove clothing, but first thaw frozen parts with water (never warm water), then carefully remove clothing and seek medical advice.

Inhalation

If inhalation causes irritation or drowsiness, remove to fresh air.

Ingestion

Wash mouth with water, provide fresh air and seek medical attention.
Product Specification & SAFETY DATA SHEET EC FORMAT (EC) 1907/2006 (as amended)SDS G240 Issue / Revision Date 07/03/11

MOST IMPORTANT SYMPTOMS AND EFFECTS, BOTH ACUTE AND DELAYED

Contact with skin or eyes can cause freezing of tissue or fluid and may cause cold burns.

INDICATION OF ANY IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION AND SPECIAL TREATMENT NEEDED

Seek medical attention for cold burns.

Section 5: Fire Fighting Measures

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA

Carbon dioxide,
dry powder,
alcohol resistant foam.

SPECIAL HAZARDS ARISING FROM THE SUBSTANCE OR MIXTURE

Pressurised container may explode in fire.
Use water spray to keep fire exposed containers cool and disperse vapours.
Inform fire fighters of location of aerosols and risk of exploding cans.
Exposure to fire may liberate carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide,water and other unidentified thermal decomposition products from this product or its packaging.

ADVICE FOR FIREFIGHTERS

Self contained breathing apparatus if exposed to fumes

Section 6: Accidental Release Measures

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS, PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

Wear protective clothing as described in section 8 of this sds.
Extinguish all ignition sources – No smoking. Ensure adequate ventilation.

ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS

Not regarded as dangerous for the environment.

METHODS AND MATERIAL FOR CONTAINMENT AND CLEANING UP

Spills and leakage will evaporate rapidly if well ventilated.
Do not puncture or incinerate cans even when empty. Dispose of at legal waste disposal site.

REFERENCE TO OTHER SECTIONS

See sections 8 and 13 for further information.

Section 7: Handling And Storage

PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING

Keep away from heat, sparks and open flame.
Wear nitrile rubber gloves and safety glasses if contact is likely.
Do not use in confined areas.
Allow adequate ventilation.
CAUTION pressurised container.
Do not expose to temperatures exceeding 50°C.
Do not puncture or incinerate even when empty.
Do not smoke or spray onto a naked flame or any incandescent material.
Do not invert or shake the can during use.
Spray in short bursts to prevent cooling of the can.
Wash hands, clothing and towels, etc. after use or spill.
Do not eat or drink when handling.

CONDITIONS FOR SAFE STORAGE, INCLUDING ANY INCOMPATIBILITIES

Store in a cool dry ventilated area away from heat, direct sunlight and sources of ignition.
Keep out of reach of children.
Pressurised container.
Protect from sunlight and do not expose to temperatures exceeding 50°C / 112°F.
Keep away from sources of ignition – No Smoking.
Do not pierce or burn even after use.
Do not spray on an open flame or other ignition source.
Do not invert or shake the can during use.
Spray in short bursts to prevent cooling of the can.

SPECIFIC END USE(S)

An aerosol freezer spray product for the removal of chewing gum, sticky sweets and wax from carpets, fabrics and most hard surfaces.

Section 8: Exposure Controls / Personal

CONTROL PARAMETERS

1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane WEL-LTEL 1000ppm (4240mg/m3).

EXPOSURE CONTROLS

Eye/Face Protection: Side shield safety glasses are recommended.
Skin Protection: Standard work clothing and nitrile butyl rubber gloves.
Protective gloves should be inspected for wear before use and replaced regularly in accordance with the manufacturers specifications.
Respiratory Protection: Not required provided there is adequate ventilation and solvent vapours are below threshold limits. If excessive exposure cannot be avoided an organic solvent respirator may be used in well ventilated areas.
Respirators should not be worn in confined spaces.
Ventilation: Ensure adequate ventilation to keep solvent vapour below threshold level.

Section 9: Physical And Chemical Properties

INFORMATION ON BASIC PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance: Aerosol colourless liquid.
Odour: Characteristic.
Odour Threshold: Not determined.
pH Concentrate: Not applicable pH Diluted: Not applicable
Melting point/freezing point °C: Not determined.
Initial boiling point and boiling range °C: Not determined.
Flash Point °C: Not applicable
Method: CC (Closed Cup)
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable.
Flammability (solid, gas): Not flammable.
Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits: Not determined.
Vapour Pressure: Not determined.
Vapour Density: Not determined.
Relative Density (Water = 1): Not determined.
Solubility(ies): Not determined.
Partition Coefficient (N-octanol / Water): Not determined
Auto-ignition temperature: Not determined
Decomposition temperature: Not determined
Viscosity: Not applicable
Explosive Properties: Not applicable
Oxidising Properties: Not applicable
% Active: 100
% Solids: Not applicable

OTHER INFORMATION

None.

Section 10: Stability And Reactivity

Reactivity: Stable under normal conditions.
Chemical stability:Stable, pressurised container.
Possibility of hazardous reactions: Not determined.
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, flame and ignition sources.
Incompatible materials: May react with light metals and alloys. Strong oxidising agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Exposure to fire may liberate carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, water and other unidentified thermal decomposition products from this product or its packaging.

Section 11: Toxicological Information

INFORMATION ON TOXICOLOGICAL EFFECTS

Inhalation of high concentrations of vapour may cause dizziness, nausea and headaches.
Liquid splashes can cause cold burns to the mouth and throat (Unlikely to occur with aerosol).
Irritation:
Spray contact may cause irritation and freezing of eye tissue and fluids.
No skin irritation or sensitisation but large quantities can cause cold burns (frost bite).
Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.
Acute and Chronic Effects:
Acute Toxicity: Not established.
Corrosivity: May cause cold burns.
Sensitisation: None known.
Repeated Dose Toxicity: Not established
Carcinogenicity: No effects expected based upon current data.
Mutagenicity: No effects expected based upon current data.
Toxicity for reproduction: No effects expected based upon current data.

Section 12: Ecological Information

Toxicity: Not regarded as dangerous for the environment.
Persistence and Degradability: 1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane undergoes very slow photo oxidation in air. The major packaging materials are recyclable.
Bioaccumulative Potential: None known.
Mobility in soil: Not known.
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment: Report not required.
Other adverse effects: None known or no relevant data available for substances in this preparation.

Section 13: Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods:
Do not puncture or incinerate even when empty.
Empty aerosols should be disposed of at legal waste disposal site.
Aerosols are recyclable. See the free leaflet obtainable from the British Aerosol Manufacturers Association web-site www.bama.co.uk
Contact local Environment Agency office for waste holder requirements.

Section 14: Transport Information

UN number: 1950
UN Proper Shipping Name: Aerosols

TRANSPORT HAZARD CLASS(ES):

Road (ADR): Class 2.2 ‘limited quantity’
Sea (IMDG): Class 2.2 ‘limited quantity’
Rail (RID): Class 2.2 ‘limited quantity’

Packing Group: Special requirements.
Environmental hazards: None
Special precautions for user: No special precautionsrequired other than those previously mentioned in this safety data sheet.
Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL73/78 and the IBC Code: Not intended to be carried as bulk.

Section 15: Regulatory Information

SAFETY, HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTALREGULATIONS/LEGISLATION SPECIFIC FOR THE SUBSTANCE OR MIXTURE

The information given has been compiled with reference to the CHEMICALS (HAZARD INFORMATION AND PACKAGING FOR SUPPLY) REGULATIONS (CHIP 4) 2009 (as amended), REGULATION (EC) No 1272/2008 on CLASSIFICATION, LABELLING and PACKAGING of substances and mixtures, the REGISTRATION, EVALUATION, AUTHORISATION AND RESTRICTION OF CHEMICALS (REACH) REGULATIONS (as amended), the CONTROL OF SUBSTANCES HAZARDOUS TO HEALTH REGULATIONS (COSHH) 2002 (as amended) REGULATION (EC) NO. 648/2004 ON DETERGENTS (as amended) and the MANAGEMENT OF HEALTH AND SAFETY AT WORK REGULATIONS 1999 (as amended).

This safety data sheet does not constitute the users own assessment of workplace risk as required by other health and safety regulations.

CHEMICAL SAFETY ASSESSMENT

Not currently available.

Section 16: Other Information

Full text of Risk phrases referred to in Section 2 and 3: Not applicable.
Full text of Hazard Statements referred to in Section 2 and 3: Not applicable.

For additional information on safety, training and use of this product, contact the supplier. This product is intended for professional use only.

The information given is intended to be of assistance to users but is without guarantee. Variations can occur in application and users are advised to conduct their own tests. Suggestions for use neither give nor imply any guarantee as to the intended use.

Revisions: Replaces SDS G240 Issue / Revision Date 14/01/08
Revised Sections: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16.

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