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SAFETY DATA SHEET
HALFORDS BATTERY TOP UP WATER
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
1.1. Product identifier
Product name HALFORDS BATTERY TOP UP WATER
Product number HDW001, HDW005
Internal identification A
CAS number 7732-18-5
EC number 231-791-2
1.2. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Identified uses Car maintenance product.
1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Supplier Halfords
Icknield Street Drive
Washford West
Redditch
Worcestershire
B98 0DE
Manufacturer TETROSYL LIMITED
Bury
Lancashire
England
BL9 7NY
0161 764 5981
0161 797 5899
[email protected]1.4. Emergency telephone number
Emergency telephone +44 (0)161 764 5981 (24 hrs)
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture
Human health See Section 11 for additional information on health hazards.
2.2. Label elements
EC number 231-791-2
2.3. Other hazards
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.2. Mixtures
Composition comments The data shown are in accordance with the latest EC Directives.
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SECTION 4: First aid measures
4.1. Description of first aid measures
General information Remove affected person from source of contamination. Get medical attention if any discomfort
continues.
Inhalation Get medical attention if any discomfort continues.
Ingestion Consult a physician for specific advice.
Skin contact Dry skin with paper towel or similar. Use suitable lotion to moisturise skin.
Eye contact Get medical attention if any discomfort continues.
4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
General information The severity of the symptoms described will vary dependent on the concentration and the
length of exposure.
Inhalation No specific symptoms known.
Ingestion May cause discomfort if swallowed.
Skin contact Prolonged contact may cause redness, irritation and dry skin.
Eye contact May cause temporary eye irritation.
4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Notes for the doctor No specific recommendations.
SECTION 5: Firefighting measures
5.1. Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media Use fire-extinguishing media suitable for the surrounding fire.
5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Specific hazards Not relevant. No unusual fire or explosion hazards noted.
Hazardous combustion No known hazardous decomposition products.
products
5.3. Advice for firefighters
Protective actions during No specific firefighting precautions known.
firefighting
Special protective equipment Leave danger zone immediately.
for firefighters
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Personal precautions For personal protection, see Section 8. In case of spills, beware of slippery floors and
surfaces.
6.2. Environmental precautions
Environmental precautions Collect and dispose of spillage as indicated in Section 13.
6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
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Methods for cleaning up For waste disposal, see Section 13. Wear protective clothing as described in Section 8 of this
safety data sheet. Provide adequate ventilation. Contain spillage with sand, earth or other
suitable non-combustible material. Avoid the spillage or runoff entering drains, sewers or
watercourses. Absorb spillage with non-combustible, absorbent material.
6.4. Reference to other sections
Reference to other sections Collect and dispose of spillage as indicated in Section 13. For personal protection, see
Section 8.
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1. Precautions for safe handling
Usage precautions Read and follow manufacturer's recommendations. Avoid spilling. Avoid contact with skin and
eyes. Remove contamination with soap and water or recognised skin cleansing agent. Do not
use organic solvents. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using the product. Good personal
hygiene procedures should be implemented. Wash hands and any other contaminated areas
of the body with soap and water before leaving the work site.
7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage precautions Keep away from heat, sparks and open flame. Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding
stuffs. Store in tightly-closed, original container in a well-ventilated place.
7.3. Specific end use(s)
Specific end use(s) The identified uses for this product are detailed in Section 1.2.
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/Personal protection
8.1. Control parameters
8.2. Exposure controls
Eye/face protection Not relevant.
Hand protection Hand protection not required.
Hygiene measures Use appropriate skin cream to prevent drying of skin.
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance Liquid.
Solubility(ies) Soluble in water.
9.2. Other information
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1. Reactivity
Reactivity There are no known reactivity hazards associated with this product.
10.2. Chemical stability
Stability No particular stability concerns.
10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions
Possibility of hazardous Not applicable.
reactions
10.4. Conditions to avoid
Conditions to avoid Not relevant.
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10.5. Incompatible materials
Materials to avoid No specific material or group of materials is likely to react with the product to produce a
hazardous situation.
10.6. Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition Does not decompose when used and stored as recommended.
products
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
11.1. Information on toxicological effects
Other health effects There is no evidence that the product can cause cancer.
Skin contact Skin irritation should not occur when used as recommended. Prolonged and frequent contact
may cause redness and irritation.
SECTION 12: Ecological information
Ecotoxicity Not regarded as dangerous for the environment.
12.1. Toxicity
12.2. Persistence and degradability
12.3. Bioaccumulative potential
12.4. Mobility in soil
12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
12.6. Other adverse effects
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
13.1. Waste treatment methods
General information When handling waste, the safety precautions applying to handling of the product should be
considered.
Disposal methods Dispose of waste to licensed waste disposal site in accordance with the requirements of the
local Waste Disposal Authority.
SECTION 14: Transport information
General The product is not covered by international regulations on the transport of dangerous goods
(IMDG, IATA, ADR/RID).
14.1. UN number
Not applicable.
14.2. UN proper shipping name
Not applicable.
14.3. Transport hazard class(es)
Not applicable.
14.4. Packing group
Not applicable.
14.5. Environmental hazards
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Environmentally hazardous substance/marine pollutant
No.
14.6. Special precautions for user
Not applicable.
14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL and the IBC Code
Transport in bulk according to Not applicable.
Annex II of MARPOL 73/78
and the IBC Code
SECTION 15: Regulatory information
15.1. Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
National regulations The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (SI 2002 No. 2677) (as
amended).
The Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging for Supply) Regulations 2009 (SI 2009
No. 716).
EU legislation
System of specific information relating to Dangerous Preparations. 2001/58/EC.
15.2. Chemical safety assessment
SECTION 16: Other information
Revision comments NOTE: Lines within the margin indicate significant changes from the previous revision.
Revision date 04/06/2016
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SDS status Approved.
The information provided in this document has been compiled on the basis of our current knowledge and is believed to be in
accordance with the requirements of the Dangerous Substances Directive, Dangerous Preparations Directive and Safety Data
Sheets Directive. The information relates to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in
combination with any other materials or in any particular conditions or process. The conditions and extent of storage and use
of material are outside of our control and within the control of the possessor or user. Consequently it is the responsibility of the
possessor or user to satisfy themselves as to the completeness of such information and the suitability of the material for their
own particular circumstances, conditions or use.
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