MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET


ROLF C. HAGEN INC., 20500 TRANS CANADA HWY.,
BAIE d'URFE, QUEBEC, H9X 0A2

 

C-275 - Hagen Tearless Shampoo for Cats

 Section I. Product identification and uses Section II. Hazardous ingredients
 Product name      - Hagen Tearless Shampoo  Tetrasodium ethylenediaminetetra acetate-64-02-08
 Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulphate- 25446-80-4
 Methyl Paraben - 99-76-3
 Citric Acid- 77-92-9
 Formaldehyde - 50-00-0
 Chemical formula - Mixture
 Chemical family    - Not applicable
 Material uses       -  Wash and highlight white
                               coats in cats
 Section III. Physical data
 Physical state and appearance/odour  Perfumed Liquid  
 pH  N/A
 Percent volatile   80 - 85%
 Boiling point  100° C
 Specific gravity  1.025
 Vapour density  Not applicable
 Vapour pressure  Not applicable
 Evaporation rate  Not applicable
 Solubility  Complete
 Section IV. Fire and explosion data
 Flash Point  Not Documented
 Flammable Limit in Air  Not Documented
 Means of Extinction  Use water spray, dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide
 Special Firefighting Procedures  None
 Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards  None
 Section V. Reactivity data
 Stable
 Conditions to avoid  
 Incompatibility  Avoid contact with strong oxydizers
 Hazardous Products of Decomposition  This material may decompose at high temperature to form CO, CO2 and oxides of nitrogen and sulfur.
 Dangerous Polymerisation  Not Documented
 Section VI. Toxicological properties 
 Routes of entry
 Eye  May cause slight irritation 
 Skin  May cause slight irritation, especially on prolonged contact. 
 Skin Absorption  No Data. Not expected to be readily absorbed through intact skin. 
 Ingestion   May cause irritation of the gastrointestinal tract 
 Exposure limit of material   None established 
 Effects of acute exposure   Not documented 
 Effects of chronic overexposure   No Data
 Section VII. First aid measures
 Eye contact   Immediately flush eyes with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes holding lids apart to ensure flushing of the entire surface. Seek medical attention.
 Skin contact   Wash thoroughly with soap and water. Seek medical attention if irritation should develop
 Inhalation   Not applicable
 Ingestion   If swallowed, DO NOT induce vomiting. Give large quantities of water followed by several glasses of milk if available. Seek mediacal attention. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Section VIII. Preventive measures 
 Precautionary measures  Use adequate local exhaust ventilation 
 Gloves   None Required
 Respiratory   None required under normal conditions of use 
 Eye   None required
 Footwear  Standard work shoes 
 Clothing  Standard work clothing 
 Section IX. Clean Up Procedures
 Leaks and Spills  Stop leaks. Clean up spills immediately. Contain large spills and remove using vacuum truck. Soak up small spills with an absorbant material and place in labelled waste container for disposal. Wear adequate protective clothing an equipment.
 Waste disposal method   Landfill or incinerate in accordance with local, provincial/state and/or federal regulations.
 Handling and storage requirements  Avoid contact with eyes, skin or clothing
 Avoid breathing mist or spray
 Wear chemical splash goggles, gloves and protective clothing when handling.
 Wash thoroughly after handling.
 Store at a temperature of 5° C to 25° C
Prepared by  
Rolf C. Hagen Inc.  
(514) 457-0914
November 31, 1996