Troclosene sodium

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

Description of first aid measures

Eye contact

Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Check for and remove any contact lenses. Continue to rinse for at least 10 minutes. Get medical attention

 

Inhalation

Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. If it is suspected that fumes are still present, the rescuer should wear an appropriate mask or self-contained breathing apparatus. If not breathing, if breathing is irregular or if respiratory arrest occurs, provide artificial respiration or oxygen by trained personnel. It may be dangerous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Get medical attention. If necessary, call a poison center or physician. If unconscious, place in recovery position and get medical attention immediately. Maintain an open airway. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. In case of inhalation of decomposition products in a fire, symptoms may be delayed. The exposed person may need to be kept under medical surveillance for 48 hours.

 

Skin contact

Flush contaminated skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical attention if symptoms occur. Wash clothing before reuse. Clean shoes thoroughly before reuse.

 

Ingestion

Get medical attention immediately. Wash out mouth with water. Remove dentures if any. Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. If material has been swallowed and the exposed person is conscious, give small quantities of water to drink. Stop if the exposed person feels sick as vomiting may be dangerous. Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. If vomiting occurs, the head should be kept low so that vomit does not enter the lungs. If necessary, call a poison center or physician. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If unconscious, place in recovery position and get medical attention immediately. Maintain an open airway. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.

 

Protection of first-aiders

No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. If it is suspected that fumes are still present, the rescuer should wear an appropriate mask or self-contained breathing apparatus. It may be dangerous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Wash contaminated clothing thoroughly with water before removing it, or wear gloves.

 

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Potential acute health effects

Eye contact: Causes serious eye irritation.

Inhalation: May cause respiratory irritation.

Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed.

 

Over-exposure signs/symptoms

Eye contact: Adverse symptoms may include the following:

pain or irritation

watering

redness

Inhalation: Adverse symptoms may include the following:

respiratory tract irritation

coughing

 

Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

Notes to physician

In case of inhalation of decomposition products in a fire, symptoms may be delayed. The exposed person may need to be kept under medical surveillance for 48 hours.

Fire-fighting measures

Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media: Use an extinguishing agent suitable for the surrounding fire.

Unsuitable extinguishing media: None known.

 

Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Hazards from the substance or mixture

Risk of explosion if heated under confinement. This material is very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Fire water contaminated with this material must be contained and prevented from being discharged to any waterway, sewer or drain.

 

Hazardous combustion products

Decomposition products may include the following materials:

carbon dioxide

carbon monoxide

nitrogen oxides

hydrogen chloride

metal oxide/oxides

 

Advice for firefighters

Special precautions for firefighters

First move people out of line-of-sight of the scene and away from windows. No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. Move containers from fire area if this can be done without risk. Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. Fight fire from protected location or maximum possible distance. Do not fight fire when it reaches the material. Withdraw from fire and let it burn.

 

Special protective equipment for fire-fighters

Fire-fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in positive pressure mode. Clothing for fire-fighters (including helmets, protective boots and gloves) conforming to European standard EN 469 will provide a basic level of protection for chemical incidents. Fire-fighters' protective clothing will only provide limited protection.

Accidental release measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

For non-emergency personnel

No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. Evacuate surrounding areas. Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from entering. Do not touch or walk through spilled material. Provide adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Put on appropriate personal protective equipment.

 

For emergency responders

If specialized clothing is required to deal with the spillage, take note of any information in Section 8 on suitable and unsuitable materials. See also the information in "For non-emergency personnel".

 

Environmental precautions

Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers. Inform the relevant authorities if the product has caused environmental pollution (sewers, waterways, soil or air). Water polluting material. May be harmful to the environment if released in large quantities. Collect spillage.

 

Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up

Small spill

Move containers from spill area. Avoid dust generation. Using a vacuum with HEPA filter will reduce dust dispersal. Place spilled material in a designated, labeled waste container. Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal contractor.

 

Large spill

Move containers from spill area. Approach release from upwind. Prevent entry into sewers, water courses, basements or confined areas. Avoid dust generation. Do not dry sweep. Vacuum dust with equipment fitted with a HEPA filter and place in a closed, labeled waste container. Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal contractor.

 

Reference to other sections

See Section Identification of the Substance and the Company for emergency contact information.

See Section Exposure controls/Personal protective equipment for information on appropriate personal protective equipment.

See Section Disposal considerations for additional waste treatment information

Handling and storage

The information in this section contains generic advice and guidance. The list of Identified Uses in Section Identification of the Substance and the Company should be consulted for any available use-specific information provided in the Exposure Scenario(s).

 

Precautions for safe handling

Protective measures

Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see Section Exposure controls/Personal protective equipment)). Do not ingest. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid release to the environment. Use only with adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Keep in the original container or an approved alternative made from a compatible material, kept tightly closed when not in use. Use explosionproof electrical (ventilating, lighting and material handling) equipment. Keep away from acids. Keep away from heat. Empty containers retain product residue and can be hazardous. Do not reuse container.

 

Advice on general occupational hygiene

Eating, drinking and smoking should be prohibited in areas where this material is handled, stored and processed. Workers should wash hands and face before eating, drinking and smoking. Remove contaminated clothing and protective equipment before entering eating areas. See also Section Exposure controls/Personal protective equipment for additional information on hygiene measures.

 

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Keep under an inert atmosphere.

Store in accordance with local regulations. Store in original container protected from direct sunlight in a dry, cool and well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials (see Section 10) and food and drink. Store locked up. Keep away from heat. Separate from acids. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Containers that have been opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage. Do not store in unlabeled containers. Use appropriate containment to avoid environmental contamination. See Section Stability and reactivity for incompatible materials before handling or use.

 

Specific end use(s)

Recommendations: Not available.

Industrial sector specific solutions: Not available.

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

UN number:

UN3077

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S.
(Dichloroisocyanuric acid sodium salt dihydrate; active chlorine 55-57%)

Class or division:

Class 9: Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles, including environmentally hazardous substances

Packing group:

Packing group III: Substances presenting low danger

Special provisions / remarks

Special provisions:

Hazard identification number 90
Limited quantity 5 kg
Special provisions 274, 335, 601, 375

Inland waterway transport (UN RTDG/ADN(R))

UN number:

UN3077

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S. (Dichloroisocyanuric acid sodium salt dihydrate; active chlorine 55-57%)

Class or division:

Class 9: Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles, including environmentally hazardous substances

Packing group:

Packing group III: Substances presenting low danger

Special provisions / remarks

Special provisions:

Special provisions 274, 335, 375, 601

Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

UN number:

UN3077

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S. (Dichloroisocyanuric acid sodium salt dihydrate; active chlorine 55-57%).
Marine pollutant (Dichloroisocyanuric acid sodium salt dihydrate; active
chlorine 55-57%)

Class or division:

Class 9: Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles, including environmentally hazardous substances

Packing group:

Packing group III: Substances presenting low danger

EmS code:

F-A

S-F

Special provisions / remarks

Special provisions:

Special provisions 274, 335, 966, 967, 969

Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)

UN number:

UN3077

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

Environmentally hazardous substance, solid, n.o.s. (Dichloroisocyanuric
acid sodium salt dihydrate; active chlorine 55-57%)

Class or division:

Class 9: Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles, including environmentally hazardous substances

Packing group:

Packing group III: Substances presenting low danger

Special provisions / remarks

Special provisions:

Quantity limitation
Passenger and Cargo Aircraft: 400 kg.
Packaging instructions: 956. Cargo Aircraft Only: 400 kg.
Packaging instructions: 956. Limited Quantities - Passenger Aircraft: 30 kg.
Packaging instructions: Y956.

Special provisions A97, A158, A179, A197

SpecialProvisions

Exposure controls / personal protection

The information in this section contains generic advice and guidance. The list of Identified Uses in Section Identification of the Substance and the Company should be consulted for any available use-specific information provided in the Exposure Scenario(s).

 

Control parameters

Occupational exposure limits: No exposure limit value known.

 

Recommended monitoring procedures

If this product contains ingredients with exposure limits, personal, workplace atmosphere or biological monitoring may be required to determine the effectiveness of the ventilation or other control measures and/or the necessity to use respiratory protective equipment. Reference should be made to monitoring standards, such as the following: European Standard EN 689 (Workplace atmospheres - Guidance for the assessment of exposure by inhalation to chemical agents for comparison with limit values and measurement strategy) European Standard EN 14042 (Workplace atmospheres - Guide for the application and use of procedures for the assessment of exposure to chemical  nd biological agents) European Standard EN 482 (Workplace atmospheres - General requirements for the performance of procedures for the measurement of chemical agents) Reference to national guidance documents for methods for the determination of hazardous substances will also be required.

 

Derived effect levels: No DELs available

Predicted effect concentrations: No PECs available.

 

Exposure controls

Appropriate engineering controls

Use only with adequate ventilation. If user operations generate dust, fumes, gas, vapor or mist, use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep worker exposure to airborne contaminants below any recommended or statutory limits. Engineering controls may be required to control the primary or secondary risks associated with this product.

 

Individual protection measures

Hygiene measures

Wash hands, forearms and face thoroughly after handling chemical products, before eating, smoking and using the lavatory and at the end of the working period. Appropriate techniques should be used to remove potentially contaminated clothing. Wash contaminated clothing before reusing. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location.

 

Eye/face protection

Safety eyewear complying with an approved standard should be used when a risk assessment indicates this is necessary to avoid exposure to liquid splashes, mists, gases or dusts. If contact is possible, the following protection should be worn, unless the assessment indicates a higher degree of protection: chemical splash goggles.

 

Skin protection

Hand protection

Chemical-resistant, impervious gloves complying with an approved standard should be worn at all times when handling chemical products if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary. Considering the parameters specified by the glove manufacturer, check during use that the gloves are still retaining their protective properties. It should be noted that the time to breakthrough for any glove material may be different for different glove manufacturers. In the case of mixtures, consisting of several substances, the protection time of the gloves cannot be accurately estimated.

 

Body protection

Personal protective equipment for the body should be selected based on the task being performed and the risks involved and should be approved by a specialist before handling this product.

 

Other skin protection

Appropriate footwear and any additional skin protection measures should be selected based on the task being performed and the risks involved and should be approved by a specialist before handling this product.

 

Respiratory protection

Based on the hazard and potential for exposure, select a respirator that meets the appropriate standard or certification. Respirators must be used according to a respiratory protection program to ensure proper fitting, training, and other important aspects of use.

 

Environmental exposure controls

Emissions from ventilation or work process equipment should be checked to ensure they comply with the requirements of environmental protection legislation. In some cases, fume scrubbers, filters or engineering modifications to the process equipment will be necessary to reduce emissions to acceptable levels.

Stability and reactivity

Reactivity

No specific test data related to reactivity available for this product or its ingredients.

 

Chemical stability

Moisture-sensitive material. Handle under inert gas.

 

Possibility of hazardous reactions

Hazardous reactions or instability may occur under certain conditions of storage or use.

Conditions may include the following:

contact with acids

heating under confinement

Reactions may include the following:

risk of explosion

liberation of toxic gas

 

Conditions to avoid

exposure to heat and moisture

 

Incompatible materials

Reactive or incompatible with the following materials:

acids

alkalis

oxidizing agents

 

Hazardous decomposition products

Contact with acids liberates toxic gas.

Disposal considerations

The information in this section contains generic advice and guidance. The list of Identified Uses in Section Identification of the Substance and the Company should be consulted for any available use-specific information provided in the Exposure Scenario(s).

 

Waste treatment methods

Product

Methods of disposal

The generation of waste should be avoided or minimized wherever possible. Disposal of this product, solutions and any by-products should at all times comply with the requirements of environmental protection and waste disposal legislation and any regional local authority requirements. Dispose of surplus and non-recyclable products via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Waste should not be disposed of untreated to the sewer unless fully compliant with the requirements of all authorities with jurisdiction.

 

Hazardous waste

The classification of the product may meet the criteria for a hazardous waste.

 

Packaging

Methods of disposal

The generation of waste should be avoided or minimized wherever possible. Waste packaging should be recycled. Incineration or landfill should only be considered when recycling is not feasible.

 

Special precautions

This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way. Care should be taken when handling emptied containers that have not been cleaned or rinsed out. Empty containers or liners may retain some product residues. Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers.