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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
SECTION 1 IDENTIFICATION OF THE MATERIAL AND SUPPLIER
Product Name: RECOCOOL HD PREMIUM-N COOLANT CONCENTRATE
Company: Recochem Inc. ABN: 69 010 485 999

Address : 1809 Lytton Road, Lytton, Queensland 4178
Phone: (07) 3308 5200 Fax: (07) 3308 5201
Emergency Telephone Number: (07) 3308 5200 Day, After Hours 1300 131 001
Other Names: Glycol Coolant, Antifreeze

Manufacturer’s Product Code: 19600
Recommended Use: Radiator Antifreeze, Coolant
SECTION 2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

CLASSIFIED AS HAZARDOUS ACCORDING TO CRITERIA OF WORKSAFE AUSTRALIA
NOT A DANGEROUS GOODS ACCORDING TO THE CRITERIA OF THE ADG CODE
Symbol: Xn - Harmful
Risk Phrases: R22 - Harmful if swallowed
Safety Phrases: S2 - Keep out of the reach of children
SECTION 3 COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Hazardous Ingredients
Chemical Entity CAS Number Proportion (%)
Ethylene Glycol 107-21-1 90-98
SECTION 4 FIRST AID MEASURES

FIRST AID TREATMENT
Swallowed: If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting. Have conscious person drink several glasses of water or milk. SEEK
IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION.
Eye: If in eyes, hold eyes open, flood with water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation persists seek medical attention.
Skin: If skin contact occurs, wash skin thoroughly with water and follow by washing with soap if available. If irritation
persists, seek medical attention.
Inhaled: Remove victim from exposure if safe to do so. If rapid recovery does not occur, transport to nearest medical
facility for additional treatment.
First Aid facilities: Potable water should be available to rinse eyes or skin. Provide eye baths and safety showers.
Advice to Doctor: Treat symptomatically.
Additional Information: None available.
SECTION 5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

Suitable Extinguishing Media: For a small fire use dry chemicals, carbon dioxide, water spray or foam. For large fires use
water spray or fog. Do not use water jet.
Hazards from combustion products: Carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide.
Precautions for Fire Fighters and Special Protective Equipment: Wear full protective clothing and self-contained breathing
apparatus.
Additional Information: When heated to decomposition, emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes. Not a product
presenting risks of explosion.
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SECTION 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Observe all local and national regulations.
Spills and Disposal, Methods and Materials for Containment and Clean Up Procedures: For small spills, dilute with
water and mop up, or absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste disposal container. For large spills,
absorb with an inert material and put the spilled material in an appropriate waste disposal container. Dispose of in accordance
with regional regulations.
SECTION 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE

Precautions for Safe Handling and Storage: Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. DO NOT ingest. Avoid breathing
vapour and mist, keep container closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area, away from strong oxidisers, and use
only with adequate ventilation. Avoid all possible sources of ignition. Wash thoroughly after handling. Before eating,
drinking or smoking, remove contaminated clothing. Do not eat, drink or smoke in contaminated areas.
SECTION 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION

Exposure Standards: National Occupational Health & Safety Commission (NOHSC) Worksafe Australia has set an exposure
standard of 52mg/m3 (20ppm) TWA (vapour), 104mg/m3 (40ppm) STEL (vapour) and 10mg/m3 TWA (particulate).
Biological Limit Values: No biological limit allocated.
Personal Protective Equipment:
Respiratory Protection: Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate.

Hand Protection: Use solvent resistant gloves (Nitrile, PVC or neoprene).
Eye Protection: Wear safety goggles.
Protective Clothing: No special protection is ordinarily required beyond standard issue work clothes.
Engineering Controls: Ensure that adequate ventilation is provided. Maintain air concentrations below recommended
exposure standards. Avoid generating and inhaling mists.
SECTION 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION / CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance Yellow viscous liquid
Odour None
pH: 7.5 to 8.5 (1% in water)
Vapour Pressure (mmHg @ 20C): 0.06
Vapour Density (air = 1) 2.1
Boiling Point (C): 197
Freezing/Melting Point (C): -13
Solubility in Water Soluble in water, methanol, diethyl ether
Specific Gravity (g/ml @ 15C): 1.115 – 1.145
Flashpoint (C): 116.1 (Closed Cup)
Flammability Limits (%): 3.2 – 15.3
Auto Ignition Temperature (C): 412
Percent Volatiles 0
SECTION 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions of use.
Conditions to Avoid: No additional remark.
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidising agents, acids, alkalis.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Burning can produce carbon monoxide and/or carbon dioxide.
SECTION 11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

HEALTH EFFECTS
Acute:
Swallowed: Hazardous in case of ingestion (approx. 100ml can be fatal).
Eye: Contact may cause eye irritation.

Product: RECOCOOL HD PREMIUM-N COOLANT CONCENTRATE
Skin: Irritant – prolonged contact may cause dermatitis
Inhaled: Inhalation should be minimal since vapours are unlikely due to physical properties. Inhalation may cause irritation
to lung.
Chronic: Toxic to Kidneys and Liver.
Toxicity to Animals:
Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 4700mg/kg (Rat).
Acute dermal toxicity (LD50): 9530 mg/kg (Rabbit).
SECTION 12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Ecotoxicity:
Fish : Low toxicity: LC/EC/IC50 > 100mg/l
Aquatic Invertebrates : Low toxicity: LC/EC/IC50 > 100mg/l
Algae : Low toxicity: LC/EC/IC50 > 100mg/l
Microorganisms : Low toxicity: LC/EC/IC50 > 100mg/l
Mobility: Miscible with water
Persistance/degradability: Biodegradable.
SECTION 13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Disposal Methods: Ensure waste disposal conforms to local waste disposal regulations.
SECTION 14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION

UN Number: Non Regulated Proper Shipping Name: N/A
Class: N/A Subsidiary Risk: N/A
Packing Group: N/A Hazchem Code: N/A
Special Precautions None
for User:
SECTION 15 REGULATORY INFORMATION

Poisons Schedule : 5
AICS : Listed
Dangerous Goods Initial Emergency Response Guide (SAA HB76:2004) : N/A
SECTION 16 OTHER INFORMATION

Further Information may be obtained by contacting Recochem on (07) 3308 5200
The information sourced for the preparation of this document was correct and complete at the time or writing to the best of the writer’s knowledge. The
document represents the commitment to the company’s responsibilities surrounding the supply of this product, undertaken in good faith. This document should
be taken as a safety guide for the product and its recommended uses but is in no way an absolute authority. Please consult the relevant legislation and
regulations governing the use and storage of this type of product.

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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

SECTION 1 IDENTIFICATION OF THE MATERIAL AND SUPPLIER

Product Name: RECOCOOL HD PREMIUM-N COOLANT CONCENTRATE

Company: Recochem Inc. ABN: 69 010 485 999

Other Names: Glycol Coolant, Antifreeze

SECTION 2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

SECTION 3 COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

SECTION 4 FIRST AID MEASURES

SECTION 5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

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SECTION 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE

SECTION 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION

Personal Protective Equipment:

Respiratory Protection: Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate.

SECTION 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

SECTION 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

SECTION 11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

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SECTION 12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

SECTION 13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

SECTION 14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION

SECTION 15 REGULATORY INFORMATION

SECTION 16 OTHER INFORMATION

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