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# SDS - Aquatic Blue - 240701

> Safety Data Sheet

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# Aquatic Blue
# SAFETY DATA SHEET

## SECTION 1 – IDENTIFICATION OF THE MATERIAL AND SUPPLIER
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| **Chemical Nature:** | Liquid Colouring Agent for Water Bodies |
| **Trade Name:** | **AQUATIC BLUE** |
| **SUPPLIER:** | Aquatic Technologies |
| **ADDRESS:** | 41 Yazaki Way Carrum Downs VIC 3201, Australia |
| **Substance:** | Liquid | **Product Use:** | Liquid Colouring Agent for Water Bodies |
| **This version issued:** | July 2024 | **Up for revision:** | July 2028 |
| **In case of Emergency:** | 13 11 26 – Poisons Information Centre | |

## SECTION 2 – HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
**Classification of the substance or mixture**
* This product is classified as NON-HAZARDOUS according to the criteria of NOHSC Australia
* This product is classified as NON-HAZARDOUS according to the criteria of GHS
* This product is classified as NON-HAZARDOUS according to the criteria of Safe Work Australia

**GHS – GLOBALLY HARMONISED SYSTEM**
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| **GHS Classification** | Not applicable |
| **GHS Pictogram** | Not applicable |
| **GHS Signal Word** | Not applicable |

**Hazard Statement(s)**
Not applicable

**Precautionary Statement(s)**
While this material is not classified as hazardous, this SDS contains valuable information relating to safe handling and proper use of the product. This SDS should be retained and made available to employees and other uses of this product. Exposure to any chemical should be kept to a minimum. Skin or eye contact may result in irritation. Always follow safe industrial hygiene practices and wear proper personal protective clothing and equipment when handling chemicals.

**Acute Health Effects may include:**
* **Ingestion:** Excessive ingestion may cause nausea or diarrhea. Mouth, throat and stomach may become irritated. Rinse and gargle with water. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention or contact poisons control. Swallowing the product in large quantities may cause gastric disturbances
* **Eye Contact:** May cause irritation. Rinse with water 15 minutes. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
* **Skin Contact:** Prolonged contact may cause irritation to the skin. Dermatitis may occur after prolonged and/or repeated exposures. Wash
* **Inhalation:** Prolonged exposure may cause slight irritation. Move exposed person to fresh air. Rinse mouth and nose with water. Seek medical attention if necessary.

**EMERGENCY OVERVIEW**
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| **Colour:** | Blue |
| **Odour:** | Mild |
| **Physical Description:** | Liquid |
| **Major Health Hazards:** | None known |

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## SECTION 3 – COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
| Ingredients: | CAS Number: | Proportion: | PEL/TLV |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Water | 7732-18-5 | 40-60% | not set |
| Acid Blue 9 (C.I. 42090) | 3844-45-9 | 40-60% | not set |
| Food Yellow 4 (C.I. 19140) | 1934-21-0 | 0-5% | not set |
| Polydimethylsiloxane | none-allocated | 0-5% | not set |

**NOTE:** This is a commercial product which extract ratio of components may vary. Trace quantities of impurities are also likely.

## SECTION 4 – FIRST AID MEASURES
**Scheduled Poisons:** Poisons Information Centre in each Australian State capital city or in Christchurch, New Zealand can provide additional assistance for scheduled poisons. (Phone Australia 131126 or New Zealand 0800 764 766).

**First Aid Facilities:** Ensure there is access to eye washes and safety showers.

**Inhalation:** Move victim to fresh air. Obtain medical attention if symptoms occur.

**Skin Contact:** Wash skin with plenty of water. Seek medical advice (e.g. doctor) if irritation persists for more than 30 minutes.

**Eye Contact:** If product gets in eyes, wash material from them with running water for 15 minutes, ensuring eyelids are held open. If irritation persists, seek medical advice.

**Ingestion:** Do NOT induce vomiting. Dilute by drinking water or milk. If vomiting occurs spontaneously, administer more liquids and keep head below hips to prevent aspiration of liquid into the lungs. Never give fluids or induce vomiting if patient is unconscious. Seek medical advice.

**Advice to Doctor:** Treat symptomatically. Observe signs of sensitisation and treat appropriately if evident.

## SECTION 5 – FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
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| **Fire and Explosion Hazards:** | Non flammable |
| **Extinguishing Media:** | Carbon dioxide, dry chemical, foam, water fog |
| **Flash Point:** | Non flammable |
| **Flash Point Method:** | TCC |
| **Special Fire Fighting Procedures:** | If a significant quantity of this product is involved in a fire, call the fire-brigade. When fighting fires involving significant quantities of this product, wear self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) in confined spaces, in oxygen deficient atmospheres or if exposed to products of decomposition, wear safety boots, non-flammable overalls, gloves, hat, goggles and respirator. All skin areas should be covered. Use water spray to cool exposed containers. |

## SECTION 6 – ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
**Personal Precautions:**
* Avoid contact with skin and eyes
* Wear PPE
* Ensure adequate ventilation

**Environmental Precautions:**
* Do not allow product to enter sewers

**Clean up methods:**
Small spill – soak up with absorbent material and transfer into suitable container
Large spill – wear appropriate PPE. Contain spill and pump into suitable disposal container. If spillage enters waterways, notify appropriate government agencies. Flush and scrub area with detergent and remove residue to prevent slipperiness.

**Waste Disposal:**
If disposed as shipped is not hazardous waste as specified in 40 CFR 261. Consult state and local officials for proper disposal methods. Observe all local, state and federal regulations.

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## SECTION 7 – HANDLING AND STORAGE
**Handling:** Handle with due care and avoid personal contact. Since emptied containers retain product residues (vapours, liquid and/or solids), all hazard precautions given in this SDS must be observed.

**Storage:** Store at normal temperatures and conditions of warehousing. Keep container closed when not in use. Avoid allowing product to freeze.

## SECTION 8 – EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION
**Control Parameters**
**Occupational Exposure Limits:** Keep away from foodstuff, beverages and feed. Wash hands after product use. Avoid contact with the eyes and skin. Use only in well ventilated areas.

**PERSONAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT (PPE)**
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| **Ventilation:** | Local ventilation recommended |
| **Eye Protection:** | Chemical safety glasses [Icon of safety glasses] |
| **Skin Protection:** | Rubber or neoprene gloves [Icon of gloves and boots] [Icon of protective clothing] |
| **Protective Material Types:** | Rubber, Neoprene |
| **Respirator:** | Not normally required [Icon of respirator mask] |

## SECTION 9 – PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
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| **Physical Description and Colour:** | Blue liquid |
| **Odour:** | Mild |
| **Boiling Point:** | 95°C |
| **Freezing / Melting Point:** | 0°C |
| **Vapour Pressure:** | Not determined |
| **Vapour Density:** | Not determined |
| **Water Solubility:** | Complete |
| **pH:** | Not available |

## SECTION 10 – STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
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| **Stability:** | Stable under normal conditions |
| **Conditions to Avoid:** | None known |
| **Incompatibilities:** | Strong oxidisers and alkalis |
| **Hazardous Decomposition Products:** | None under normal use conditions |
| **Hazardous Polymerisation:** | Will not occur |

## SECTION 11 – TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
The product has not been tested. This statement is derived from extrapolation of individual ingredient data.
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| **LD50 (oral/rat)** | >5000mg/kg |
| **Primary skin irritation (rabbit/OECD 404)** | Non irritant |
| **Primary eye irritation (rabbit/OECD 405)** | Non irritant |

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## SECTION 12 – ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
The product has not been tested. This statement is derived from extrapolation of individual ingredient data.
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| **Toxicity to daphnids:** | EC50 (acute/dyestuff, 48hr) | 100mg/l (Daphnia magna) |
| **Toxicity to bacteria:** | EC10 9dyestuff) | >10000mg/l |
| **Toxicity to fish:** | LC50 (96hr) | 220-460mg/l (Leuciscus idus) |
| | LC50 (96hr) | >1000mg/l (Oncorhynchus mykiss) |
| | LC50 (48hr) | >100mg/l (Leuciscus idus) |

Inhibition of degradation activity in activated sludge is not to be anticipated during correct introduction of low concentrations.
Elimination information (static test, photometry) <10%
All components in this product are listed on the Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS). Do not allow product to enter drains.

## SECTION 13 – DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
All recovered materials should be packaged, labelled, transported and disposed or reclaimed in conformance with applicable laws and regulations

## SECTION 14 – TRANSPORT INFORMATION
**Shipping Name:** AQUATIC BLUE
**Hazard Class:** Not applicable
**Packaging Group:** None allocated

## SECTION 15 – REGULATORY INFORMATION
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| **CERCLA RQ** | Nil |
| **SARA 311/312 (Hazard Class – 40 CFR 370.2)** | Nil |
| **SARA 313 (Hazard Class – 40 CFR 372.65)** | Nil |
| **SARA 313 (Extremely Hazardous Substances)** | Nil |

## SECTION 16 – OTHER INFORMATION
This SDS contains only safety-related information. For other data see product literature
**Date of Last Revision:** AT375v3.0 – Issued 15/12/18

**Acronyms**
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| :--- | :--- |
| **CAS number** | Chemical Abstracts Service Registry Number |
| **CERCLA (RQ)** | Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (Reportable Quantity) |
| **GHS** | Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals |
| **PEL/TLV** | Permissible Exposure Limit / Threshold Limit Value |
| **SDS** | Safety Data Sheet |
| **TCC** | Tag Closed Cup |
| **VOC** | Volatile Organic Compounds |

THIS SDS 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 MUST REVIEW THIS SDS IN THE CONTEXT OF HOW THE PRODUCT WILL BE HANDLED AND USED IN THE WORKPLACE.
IF CLARIFICATION OR FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED TO ENSURE THAT AN APPROPRIATE RISK ASSESSMENT CAN BE MADE, THE USER SHOULD CONTACT THIS COMPANY SO WE CAN ATTEMPT TO OBTAIN ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FROM OUR SUPPLIERS 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.

Please read all labels carefully before using product.
This SDS is prepared in accord with the SWA document “Preparation of Safety Data Sheets for Hazardous Chemicals - Code of Practice” (Feb 2016)
Copyright © Aquatic Technologies, July 2024

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