USE: Use as supplied.

APPLICATION: When added at 10% to Hydrochloric Acid pickling tanks, Blackfast 500 assists in the removal of oil, grease and hydrophobic products which are released from a metal surface during the pickling operation. In addition, Blackfast 500 increases the water washability enabling subsequent important stages of water rinsing to be more efficient.

Blackfast 500 surfactant is part of the Blackfast range of products for the chemical blacking of iron and steel at room temperature.

Blackfast Chemicals continues to improve the quality and performance of its range of products and reserves the right to modify product formulations without prior notice.

SAFETY DATA:

1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY

PRODUCT NAME: BLACKFAST 500 SURFACTANT
APPLICATION: Surfactant
COMPANY: Blackfast Chemicals
ADDRESS: 78 Coombe Road, New Malden, Surrey KT3 4QS, England
TEL/FAX NO’S: Tel: 0181-336 2900 Fax: 0181-336 0909

2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

COMPOSITION: Surfactant mixture
HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS: Nonylphenylethoxylates (30 - 50%) Diethyleneglycol monoethyl ether (30 - 50%
SYMBOL:Xn
RISK PHRASES: R22, R38, R41
EEC NO: 231 -633-2

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Harmful

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

INHALATION:Remove to fresh air. Seek medical aid if necessary.
INGESTION: DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Gargle, rinse mouth and drink large amounts of water. Seek immediate medical aid.
SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash skin with plenty of water. If irritation develops, seek medical aid.
EYES: Flush with clean water immediately for 10 minutes. Seek medical aid

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

Non flamrnable but will support combustion. Use water fog, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, alcohol resistant foam as extinguishing media. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
Decomposition products: Oxides of Carbon.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS:: Use ventilated area.
ENVIRONMENTAL: Prevent entry into drains, sewers and water courses.
SPILLAGE: Absorb liquid in absorbent clay granules. Dispose via and authorised contractor. Product can be absorbed in suitable material and incinerated.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Wear impervious (PVC) gloves and eye protection. Store in clean, dry conditions. Prevent from freezing.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Occupational Exposure Limits: None.
Personal protection: Wear impervious (PVC) gloves, eye protection and plastic apron.
Remove contaminated clothing immediately.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

APPEARANCE: Pale yellow liquid
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 1.07 @ 20’C
SOLUBILITY/MISCIBILITY IN WATER: Soluble/miscible
FLASH POINT: >100’C
pH (10% solution): 7

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Stable under normal conditions. Avoid oxidising agents, acid chlorides and acid anhydrides.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Nonylphenyl ethoxylates have LD 50 >1300 mg/kg Diethylene glycol monoethyl ether LD50 >5500 mg/kg
Prolonged or repeated exposure to skin may lead to absorption and skin irritation. Contact with eyes may cause severe irritation with corneal injury which may be slow to heal.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Not assessed.

13. DISPOSAL INFORMATION

Disposal must be in accordance with local and national legislation. Dispose through an authorised waste contractor to a licensed site.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

No special precautions are necessary.

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

HAZARDOUS INGREDIANTS:Nonylphenylethoxylates.
Diethylene glycol monoethyl ether.
SYMBOL: Xn
RISK PHRASES: Harmful if swallowed.
Irritating to skin.
Risk of serious damage to eyes.
SAFETY PHRASES: Avoid contact with skin.
In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water.
STATUTORY INSTRUMENTS: Health and Safety at Work Act 1974,
Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging)
Regs 1993 (Si 1746).
Control of Substances Hazardous of Health Regs
1988 (Si 1657).
Environment Protection Act 1990.
CODES OF PRACTICE: Classification and labelling substances dangerous for supply (COP 22).
Waste management: The duty of care
GUIDANCE NOTES: Occupational exposure limits (EH 40).
Classifcation, Packaging and Labelling of Dangerous Substances Regs. 1984 HS(R)22.

16.OTHER INFORMATION

Read the Application Data Sheet before using this or any Blackfast product. The product is intended for the stated use only. Do not use the product for any other application without obtaining advice from us beforehand.
If this product is for resale, ensure that the purchaser receives a copy of this information.
If this product is for end use, ensure that your employees and others who may be affected are aware of the contents of this sheet.