SDS#: 809
SAFETY DATA SHEET
Challenger
Rev. Date: Jan. 14, 2015
1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Company Identification: Wayne Concept
5005 Speedway Drive
Fort Wayne, IN 46825
Phone: (260)482-8615
Fax: (260)483-5598
24 Hour Emergency Telephone INFOTRAC (800)535-5053
Number:
Trade Name: Challenger
SDS #: 809
Product Use: Alkaline detergent
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
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EMERGENCY OVERVIEW:
Color: Red
Physical State: Liquid
Odor: Characteristic odor
Signal Word: DANGER
GHS Classification: Acute Toxicity; Category 3
Severe Eye Damage/Irritation; Category 1
Skin Corrosion/Irritation; Category 1
MAJOR HEALTH HAZARDS: CORROSIVE. CAUSES BURNS TO THE RESPIRATORY TRACT, SKIN, EYES
AND GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT. CAUSES PERMANENT EYE DAMAGE. EFFECTS OF CONTACT OR
INHALATION MAY BE DELAYED.
PHYSICAL HAZARDS: Mixing with water, acid or incompatible materials may cause splattering and release of heat. Do
not store in aluminum container or use aluminum fittings or transfer lines, as flammable hydrogen gas may be generated.
ECOLOGICAL HAZARDS: This material has exhibited moderate toxicity to aquatic organisms.
PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS: Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Do not breathe vapor or mist. Keep
container tightly closed. Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation .
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POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS:
Inhalation: May cause severe irritation of the respiratory tract with coughing, choking, pain and possibly burns of
the mucous membranes.
Skin contact: Causes skin burns.
Eye contact: Causes serious eye damage.
Ingestion: Causes burns.
Chronic Effects: None known.
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: Respiratory system (including asthma and other breathing disorders).
See Section 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Component % CAS Number
Potassium hydroxide 1-5 1310-58-3
Ethylene glycol monobutyl ether 5 - 10 111-76-2
Sodium xylene sufonate 1-5 1300-72-7
Nonylphenol ethoxylate 1-5 9016-45-9
Tetrasodium ethylenediamine 1–5 64-02-8
tetraacetate
4. FIRST AIDMEASURES
INHALATION: If adverse effects occur, remove to uncontaminated area. Give artificial respiration if not breathing. If
breathing is difficult, oxygen should be administered by qualified personnel. If respiration or pulse has stopped, have a
trained person administer basic life support (Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation and/or Automatic External Defibrillator) and
CALL FOR EMERGENCY SERVICES IMMEDIATELY.
SKIN CONTACT: Immediately flush contaminated areas with water. Remove contaminated clothing, jewelry and shoes.
Wash contaminated areas with soap and water. Thoroughly clean and dry contaminated clothing before reuse. Discard
contaminated leather goods. GET MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY.
EYE CONTACT: Immediately flush eyes with a directed stream of water for at least 15 minutes, forcibly holding eyelids
apart to ensure complete irrigation of all eye and lid tissues. Washing eyes within several seconds is essential to achieve
maximum effectiveness. GET MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY.
INGESTION: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious or convulsive person. If swallowed, do not induce
vomiting. Give large amounts of water. If vomiting occurs spontaneously, keep airway clear. Give more water when
vomiting stops. GET MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY.
Notes to Physician: The absence of visible signs or symptoms of burns does NOT reliably exclude the presence of
actual tissue damage. Probable mucosal damage may contraindicate the use of gastric lavage.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Fire Hazard: Non-combustible, substance itself does not burn but may decompose upon heating to produce
corrosive and/or toxic fumes. May react with chemically reactive metals such as aluminum, zinc, magnesium, copper,
etc. to release hydrogen gas which can form explosive mixtures in air.
Extinguishing Media: Use extinguishing agents appropriate for surrounding fire.
Fire Fighting: Move container from fire area if it can be done without risk. Cool containers with water. Wear NIOSH
approved positive-pressure self-contained breathing apparatus operated in pressure demand mode. Avoid contact with
skin.
Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact: Not sensitive.
Sensitivity to Static Discharge: Not sensitive.
Flash point: Not flammable
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Occupational Release: Wear appropriate personal protective equipment recommended in Section 8 of the SDS.
Completely contain spilled material with dikes, sandbags, etc. Keep out of water supplies and sewers. Liquid material
may be removed with a vacuum truck. Flush spill area with water, if appropriate. This material is alkaline and may raise
the pH of surface waters with low buffering capacity. Releases should be reported, if required, to appropriate agencies.
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7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Storage Conditions: Store and handle in accordance with all current regulations and standards. Keep container
tightly closed and properly labeled. Do not store in aluminum container or use aluminum fittings or transfer lines, as
flammable hydrogen gas may be generated. Keep separated from incompatible substances (see Section 10 of SDS).
Handling Procedures: Avoid breathing vapor or mist. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Wash thoroughly
after handling. When mixing, slowly add to water to minimize heat generation and spattering.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Regulatory Exposure Limit(s): Ethylene glycol monobutyl ether: 20 ppm TWA(ACGIH)
Non-Regulatory Exposure Limit(s): As listed below.
Component CAS ACGI ACGI ACGIH OSHA OSHA OSHA Ceiling
Number H H Ceiling TWA STEL (Vacated)
TWA STEL (Vacated) (Vacated)
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Potassium hydroxide 1310-58-3 ----- ------- 2 mg/m ------- ------- 2 mg/m
ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Provide local exhaust ventilation where dust or mist may be generated. Ensure compliance
with applicable exposure limits.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
Eye Protection: Wear chemical safety goggles with a faceshield to protect against eye and skin contact when
appropriate. Provide an emergency eye wash fountain and quick drench shower in the immediate work area.
Skin and Body Protection: Wear protective clothing to minimize skin contact. When potential for contact with
wet material exists, wear Tychem® or similar chemical protective suit. When potential for contact with dry
material exists, wear disposable coveralls suitable for dust exposure, such as Tyvek®. Always place pants legs
over boots. Thoroughly clean and dry contaminated clothing before reuse. Discard contaminated leather goods.
Hand Protection: Wear appropriate chemical resistant gloves.
Protective Material Types: Butyl rubber, Natural rubber, Nitrile, Polyvinyl chloride (PVC), Tychem®, Tyvek®
Respiratory Protection: A NIOSH approved respirator with N95 dust/mist filter (1/2 facepiece) or N100
dust/mist filter (full facepiece) cartridges may be permissible under certain circumstances where airborne
concentrations are expected to exceed exposure limits, or when symptoms have been observed that are
indicative of overexposure. If eye irritation occurs, a full face style mask should be used. A respiratory protection
program that meets 29 CFR
1910.134 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant use of a respirator.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State: Liquid
Appearance: Clear
Color: Red
Odor: Characteristic odor
Flash point: Not flammable
Boiling Point/Range: 200ºF
Freezing Point/Range: Not determined
Vapor Pressure: Not determined
Vapor Density(air=1): Not determined
Evaporation Rate: About the same as water
Specific Gravity(water=1): 1.038
Density: 8.632 lbs/gal
Water Solubility: Complete
pH: 13 ±0.5
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10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity/ Stability: Stable at normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid: Mixing with water, acid, or incompatible materials may cause splattering and release of large
amounts of heat. Will react with some metals, forming flammable hydrogen gas. Carbon monoxide gas may form upon
contact with reducing sugars, food and beverage products in enclosed spaces.
Incompatibilities/ Materials to Avoid: Acids, Flammable liquids, Halogenated compounds, Prolonged contact with
aluminum, brass, bronze, copper, lead, tin, zinc or other alkali sensitive metals or alloys
Hazardous Decomposition Products: None known
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
TOXICITY DATA:
Component LD50 Oral: LC50 Inhalation: LD50 Dermal:
Potassium hydroxide 214 mg/kg (Rat) -------- --------
Sodium xylene sufonate >5 g/kg (rat) -------- >2 g/kg (rabbit)
Ethylene glycol monobutyl ether 1.2 g/kg (guinea pig) >633 ppm, 1 h (guinea pig) 400 – 500 mg/kg (rabbit)
Tetrasodium EDTA 3,030 mg/kg (rat) -------- >5,000 mg/kg (rabbit)
TOXICITY:
When in solution, this material will affect all tissues with which it comes in contact. The severity of the tissue damage is a
function of its concentration, the length of tissue contact time, and local tissue conditions. After exposure there may be a
time delay before irritation and other effects occur. This material is a strong irritant and is corrosive to the skin, eyes, and
mucous membranes. This material may cause severe burns and permanent damage to any tissue with which it comes
into contact.
CARCINOGENICITY: This product is not classified as a carcinogen by NTP, IARC or OSHA.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ECOTOXICITY DATA:
Aquatic Toxicity:
This material is alkaline and may raise the pH of surface waters with low buffering capacity.
This material has exhibited moderate toxicity to aquatic organisms.
Toxicity data for components:
Potassium hydroxide:
Freshwater Fish Toxicity:
LC50 (Mosquito fish): 80 mg/L/96 hr (static bioassay in fresh water at 18-19 C)
LC50 (Fathead Minnow): 179 mg/L/96 hr (static at 22.3-24.7C)
Invertebrate Toxicity:
EC50 (Daphnia magna): 60 mg/L/48 hr (static bioassay at 20.3-20.7 C)
Algae Toxicity:
ErC50 (Selenastrum capricornutum): 61 mg/L/96 hr (static bioassay at 23-23.9 C)
FATE ANDTRANSPORT:
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BIODEGRADATION: This material will disassociate into ionic form in the aquatic environment. Natural carbon
dioxide will slowly neutralize this material.
BIOCONCENTRATION: This material will not bioconcentrate.
ADDITIONAL ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION: This material has exhibited slight toxicity to terrestrial organisms.
ECOLOGICAL HAZARDS: This material has exhibited moderate toxicity to aquatic organisms.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Reuse or reprocess, if possible. Dispose in accordance with all applicable regulations. May be subject to disposal
regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT/IMDG/IATAHazard Classification: Non-Hazardous, not regulated
Hazardous: N
Shipping Name: CONSUMER COMMODITY ORM-D
Freight Class: 55
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
U.S. REGULATIONS
OSHA
REGULATORYSTATUS:
This material is considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200)
CERCLA SECTIONS 102a/103 HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 302.4):
If a release is reportable under CERCLA section 103, notify the state emergency response commission and local
emergency planning committee. In addition, notify the National Response Center at (800) 424-8802 or (202)
426- 2675
Component CERCLA ReportableQuantities:
Potassium hydroxide 1000 lb (final RQ)
SARA EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 355.30): Not regulated.
SARA SECTIONS 311/312 HAZARD CATEGORIES (40 CFR 370.10):
Acute Health Hazard
SARA SECTION 313 (40 CFR 372.65): Components listed below.
Ethylene glycol monobutyl ether
OSHA PROCESS SAFETY (PSM) (29 CFR 1910.119): Not regulated
NATIONAL INVENTORYSTATUS
U.S. INVENTORY STATUS: Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA): All components are listed or exempt
TSCA 12(b): This product is not subject to export notification
Canadian Chemical Inventory: Canadian Chemical Inventory:
STATEREGULATIONS
California Proposition 65: This product is not listed, but it may contain impurities/trace elements known to the State of
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California to cause cancer or reproductive toxicity as listed under Proposition 65 State Drinking Water and Toxic
Enforcement Act.
Components
California Proposition 65 Cancer WARNING: Not Listed
California Proposition 65 CRT List - Male Not Listed
reproductive toxin:
California Proposition 65 CRT List - Female reproductive toxin: Not Listed
Massachusetts Right to Know Hazardous Substance List Potassium hydroxide
New Jersey Right to Know Hazardous Substance List Potassium hydroxide; Ethylene
glycol monobutyl ether
New Jersey Special Health Hazards Substance List corrosive
New Jersey - Environmental Hazardous Substance List Not Listed
Pennsylvania Right to Know Hazardous Substance List Potassium hydroxide; Ethylene glycol
monobutyl ether
Pennsylvania Right to Know Special Hazardous Substances Not Listed
Pennsylvania Right to Know Environmental Hazard List Potassium hydroxide
Rhode Island Right to Know Hazardous Substance List Potassium hydroxide
CANADIANREGULATIONS
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the
SDS contains all the information required by the Controlled Products Regulations
WHMIS - Classifications of Substances:
• E - Corrosive material
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Prepared by: Wayne Concept
HMIS: (SCALE 0-4) (Rated using National Paint & Coatings Association HMIS: Rating Instructions, 2nd Edition)
Health: 2 Flammability: 0 Reactivity: 0
Personal Protection: B
NFPA 704 - Hazard Identification Ratings (SCALE 0-4)
Health: 2 Flammability: 0 Reactivity: 0
IMPORTANT:
The information presented herein, while not guaranteed, was prepared by technical personnel and is true and accurate to
the best of our knowledge. NO WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, OR WARRANTY OR GUARANTY OF ANY OTHER KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, IS MADE REGARDING
PERFORMANCE, SAFETY, SUITABILITY, STABILITY OR OTHERWISE. This information is not intended to be all-
inclusive as to the manner and conditions of use, handling, storage, disposal and other factors that may involve other or
additional legal, environmental, safety or performance considerations, and Wayne Concept assumes no liability
whatsoever for the use of or reliance upon this information. While our technical personnel will be happy to respond to
questions, safe handling and use of the product remains the responsibility of the customer. No suggestions for use are
intended as, and nothing herein shall be construed as, a recommendation to infringe any existing patents or to violate
any Federal, State, local or foreign laws.
OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200 requires that information be provided to employees regarding the hazards of
chemicals by means of a hazard communication program including labeling, safety data sheets, training and access to
written records. We request that you, and it is your legal duty to, make all information in this Safety Data Sheet available
to your employees.
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