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SAFETY DATA SHEET
SKIN-PREP PROTECTIVE BARRIER WIPES MSDS No. 194
Date of Issue: 24 July 2013 Page 1 of 5
SECTION 1 – IDENTIFICATION OF THE MATERIAL AND SUPPLIER
Product
Product Name SKIN-PREP Protective Barrier Wipes
Other Names -
Manufacturer’s Product Code 420400
Use Protective barrier wipe which leaves a flexible film barrier (a
barrier between skin and tape, helps tape & film adhesion).
Supplier
Company Smith & Nephew Pty. Limited
Address 315 Ferntree Gully Road, Mount Waverley, Victoria 3149
Telephone No. Customer Service:
(03) 8540 6777
Toll Free (Australia): 13 13 60
Toll Free (New Zealand): 0800 807 663
Emergency Tel. Nos. (03) 8540 6777 (business hours)
SECTION 2 – HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Hazard Classification HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE. NON-DANGEROUS GOODS.
Hazards Overview Once opened, releases a small amount (<1 gram) of flammable liquid.
Risk Phrases Hazard Category: FLAMMABLE, IRRITANT
R11 Highly flammable (liquid in the wipe)
R36 Irritating to eyes
R67 Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness
Safety Phrases S16 Keep away from ignition sources - No smoking.
S24 Avoid contact with skin
S25 Avoid contact with eyes.
S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of
water and contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre.
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SECTION 3 – COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical Name CAS No. Proportion
Isopropyl Alcohol 67-63-0 45% approx.
Butyl Ester of PVM/MA Copolymer 25119-68-0 <10%
Acetyl Tributyl Citrate 77-90-7 <1%
White viscose non-woven fabric swab cloth - 50% approx
SECTION 4 – FIRST AID MEASURES
Swallowed In the unlikely event that a wipe is swallowed. Do NOT induce vomiting.
Give water to dilute the small amount of isopropanol present. Get medical
attention.
Eye Rinse eye with water for 15 minutes, whilst lifting eyelid. Get medical
attention if effects persist.
Skin Wash thoroughly with soap and water.
Inhaled Move individual to fresh air. Seek medical attention if effects persist.
Restore and/or support breathing as required.
First-Aid Facilities Eye wash plus normal washroom facilities nearby.
Advice to Doctor Treat symptomatically.
SECTION 5 – FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Hazards From
Combustion
Products
Fire decomposition products include carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide.
Suitable
Extinguishing
Media
According to the surrounding area. Any standard fire extinguisher may be
used.
Fire-fighting
Procedures
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and wear full protective clothing
when fighting fires. Do not release run-off to sewers or waterways.
Hazchem Code Not applicable.
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SECTION 6 – ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Spill / Leak
Procedure
Eliminate sources of ignition if the sachets are broken open.
Place broken sachets in a sealed, labelled container for disposal. Intact
sachets may be collected and used if in a clean condition.
SECTION 7 – HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling Advice Do not use with electrocautery procedures.
Storage Advice Store in a cool (<25C), well-ventilated area away from sources of ignition,
heat, sparks, flames and strong oxidising agents.
SECTION 8 – EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Standards Isopropyl Alcohol
TWA 400 ppm (983 mg/m3) STEL 500 ppm (1230 mg/m3)
Engineering Controls Provide good ventilation. Keep separate from ignition sources.
Personal Protection Avoid prolonged skin and eye contact. Avoid breathing vapours in
enclosed spaces. Ensure good dilution ventilation is available. Where
many wipes are to be used consecutively, it may be advisable to wear
solvent resistant gloves (e.g. Butyl, Nitrile Rubber, Neoprene or for short
exposures, PVC) and eye protection.
SECTION 9 – PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance and Odour White viscose non-woven fabric swab impregnated with
isopropyl alcohol solution. Individual swabs are sealed into
aluminium foil sachets.
Melting Point / Boiling Point MP: Not determined BP: 82C (Isopropanol)
Vapour Pressure 33 mmHg at 20C (for isopropanol)
Vapour Density (Air=1) Not available.
Specific Gravity 0.85
Flashpoint 12C (for the isopropanol solvent in the wipe)
Flammability Limits (FL) (%) Lower FL: 2.0% Upper FL: 12.7%
(for the isopropanol solvent in the wipe)
Autoignition Temperature Not determined.
Solubility in Water (g/L) Solvent is miscible with water.
Percent volatile by volume 50% approx.
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SECTION 10 – STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability Stable at room temperature.
Conditions to Avoid Heat and ignition sources.
Incompatible Materials Avoid contact with strong oxidising agents.
Hazardous Decomposition
Products
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerisation Will not occur.
SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute Effects
Swallowed Not a likely route of exposure for the wipe. If swallowing did occur, it may
cause drowsiness, gastrointestinal irritation, cramps, nausea and vomiting.
Eye May cause temporary irritation by direct liquid contact with the eye. The vapour
level at room temperature will not be sufficient cause any health problems.
Skin Prolonged skin contact or repeated exposure not likely to cause significant skin
irritation unless there was a pre-existing skin disorder. Symptoms may include
redness and dryness.
Inhaled Exposure to high air concentrations may cause mild irritation to nose and
throat. Drowsiness, headache and mild narcosis can occur from inhalation.
Chronic Effects Chronic or repeated exposure may cause eye irritation, respiratory tract
irritation, and defatting of the skin, leading to irritation and dermatitis.
SECTION 12 – ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Environmental
Issues
No environmental issues expected due to the small quantity of flammable
solvent contained in each wipe.
Persistence &
Degradability
Not available.
Mobility Not available.
SECTION 13 – DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Method of
Disposal
Dispose of in accordance with local waste regulations. Where several
wipes have been opened and used, place in a sealed, labelled container
for later disposal. May be incinerated in an approved facility. May be left to
evaporate in a controlled place with no ignition sources.
Used wipes may be required to be disposed of in accordance with the local
authority’s infectious waste requirements.
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SECTION 14 – TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Classification Exempt from regulation under ADG Code (7th Edition), Special Provision 216.
UN No. 3175
Class 4.1
Subsidiary Risk(s) -
Packing Group II
Shipping Name SOLIDS CONTAINING FLAMMABLE LIQUID n.o.s.
Other -
SECTION 15 – REGULATORY INFORMATION
Poison Schedule Not a Scheduled Poison.
SECTION 16 – OTHER INFORMATION
CONTACT POINT: CUSTOMER SERVICE Telephone: (03) 8540 6777
Date of Issue: 24 July 2013
This MSDS summarises our best knowledge of the health and safety hazard information of the
product and how to safely handle and use the product in the workplace. Each user should read
this MSDS and consider the information in the context of how the product will be handled and
used in the workplace including in conjunction with other products. If clarification or further
information is needed to ensure that an appropriate risk assessment can be made, the user
should contact this company. Our responsibility for products sold is subject to our standard terms
and conditions, a copy of which is sent to our customers and is also available on request.
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