MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

SURFACE RETARDER - S
ISSUE DATE: UPDATED NOVEMBER 2013 PAGE 1 OF 3

IDENTIFICATION

PRODUCT NAME: SURFACE RETARDER S

Other Names: Toxicity Information:
Non-toxic
Product Code: Pack Size & Container Type:
20 litre pail & 210 litre metal drum
U.N. Number: Uses:
Assistors in the production of Exposed Aggregate.
Dangerous Goods Class:
- Not Applicable -
Hazchem Code:

PHYSICAL APPEARANCE
Appearance: Flammability Liquids:
Green coloured liquid - Not Applicable -
Boiling Point: Corrosiveness:
100C / 212F water Non-corrosive
Melting Point: Odour:
0C / 32F water Slightly sweet
Vapour Pressure: Flash Point:
17 mm Hg @ 20C / 68F water - Not Applicable -
Specific Gravity: Other Properties:
1.05 kg / litre

INGREDIENTS
Chemical Information CAS No. Proportion

Water 7732-18-5 High

Sodium Gluconate 000527-07-01 Medium
Ingredients determined not to be hazardous Low

Proportions > 60% high 30-60% medium 10-30% low

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HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION

HEALTH EFFECTS
Acute:

Swallowed:
May cause vomiting and severe stomach aches.

Eye:
An eye irritant. Possible transient corneal injury.

Skin:
May cause slight skin irritation.

Inhaled:
- Not Applicable -

Chronic:
Material if aspirated into the lungs may cause chemical pneumonitis. Treat appropriately.

FIRST AID
Swallowed:
DO NOT induce vomiting. If patient is conscious, give water to drink. In severe cases or if recovery is not
rapid or complete, seek medical assistance.

Eye:
Rinse thoroughly with clean water for at least 15 minutes. If symptoms persist, seek medical assistance.

Skin:
Wash the skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. If large areas of the
skin are damaged or if irritation persists, seek medical attention.

Inhaled:
- Not Applicable

The National Poisons Information Centre

DUNEDIN (03) 474 7000 if Urgent (03) 479 1200 during work hours

PRECAUTIONS FOR USE

EXPOSURE STANDARDS (Dept of Labour Workplace Exposure Standards 1992):
- Not Applicable -

VENTILATION:
Not required.

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PERSONAL AND PROTECTIVE MEASURES

RESPIRATORY:
Not generally required.

HAND:
Wear PVC gloves and barrier cream.

EYE:
Suitable eye protection must be worn whenever there is a risk of splashing.

CLOTHING:
Protective clothing must be worn that is effective at keeping water out.

HYGIENE METHODS:
Do not prepare or consume food or drink where the latices are present. Wash hands thoroughly with warm
water and soap after handling chemicals.

FLAMMABILITY:
- Not Applicable -

SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION

STORAGE AND TRANSPORT:
Store in cool area. Not regarded as hazardous during transportation.

SPILLS AND DISPOSAL:

Small spillages flush away with clean water.
Large spillages see other information below.
Deal with spillages as soon as possible. Dispose to an approved Waste Site, observing all local and national
regulations.

FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARD:
- Not Applicable -

SUITABLE EXTINGUISHERS:
Water hose

HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION:
- Not Applicable -

SPECIAL EQUIPMENT FOR FIRE FIGHTING:

Wet weather gear.

OTHER INFORMATION:
For large spillages, pump into containers and treat as small spillages.
CONTACT POINT:
In emergency or after hours, contact a Doctor or the National Poisons Centre.

IMPORTANT NOTE: These Material Safety Data Sheets were prepared as laid out in the booklet Guidelines for the Preparation of Material Safety Data
Sheets issued by O.S.H. and the Department of Labour 1995.

The above information is given in good faith based on the present state of our knowledge of the product at the time of publication. No warranty is implied
with respect of the quality of the specification of the product. The user must satisfy themselves that the product is entirely suitable for their purpose.

Colourcrete NZ 2012 Ltd can assume no responsibility for any liability incurred with regard to either results obtained or patent infringement.

It is the sole responsibility of the user to take all precautions required in handling this product (refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet).