Material Safety Data Sheet - BritocoilTM
IDENTIFICATION:
Product Name : BRITOCOIL
Chemical Family : Aqueous Alkaline Solution 
Hazardous Material : Sodium Hydroxide, EDTA, Disodium Salt
Non-Hazardous Material : Protected under NJ Trade
HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION:
Acute – Swallowed
Ingestion causes severe burns of the mucous membranes of the mouth, esophagus and stomach, pain in the throat and stomach with difficulty in swallowing, intense thirst, nausea and vomiting followed by diarrhea are common.  In severe cases, collapse and unconsciousness follow this.  Eye contact causes severe irritation and painful burns of the eyes and eyelids.  Skin contact with concentrate causes reddening.
Inhalation of excessive concentration of vapours or mists produces severe irritation of respiratory tract with coughing, burning of the throat and a choking sensation.
Chronic:
Chronic ingestion may produce fatal effects from esophageal or gastric necrosis.  Eye exposures may result in prolonged or permanent visual impairment or total loss of sight.  Chronic skin exposures can yield ulceration and subsequent scarring.  The irritant effect of vapours on the respiratory tract may produce laryngitis, glottal edema, bronchitis, pulmonary edema and death.  Inhalation of vapours may aggravate existing medical conditions of the respiratory tract such as asthma.  Target organs:  Skin and eye contact are possible methods of exposure.

First Aid
Inhalation:
Remove from the area to fresh air.  If not breathing, clear airway and start mouth to mouth artificial respiration.  Get immediate attention.
Eye:
Rinse thoroughly with water and flush for atleast 15 minutes.  Get immediate medical attention.
Skin:
Wash with large amounts of water.  Contact a physician if irritation persists.  Clean clothes and shoes before reuse.
Swallowed:
Do not induce vomiting.  Give large quantities of water.  Seek medical help.
Advice to physician: None
PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION/PROPERTIES:
Appearance : Red colour transparent liquid
Boiling Point : 212 degrees Fahrenheit
Vapor pressure : N/E
Specific Gravity : 1.17 at 25 degree Celsius
Viscosity : Non-Viscous
Flammability : Non-Flammable (flash point: N/A)
Solubility in water : Complete
pH : 12.5 – 13.5
Vapor density : N/E
Evaporation Rate : 0.1
REACTIVITY DATA:
Contact with carbon steel releases hydrogen.
Incompatibility: Strong acids, Magnesium, Copper and prolonged contact with Aluminium
Hazardous decomposition products: Ammonia and Nitrogen Oxides.
Hazardous Polymerization: N/A
SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES:

Steps to be taken if released / spilled:
Contain the material by diking with sand.  Wash area with water.
Waste disposal method:
Dispose in accordance with state, federal and local regularations.

SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION:

Provide adequate ventilation, use NIOSH approved respiratory mask, PVC or plastic hand glove, eye goggles, protective clothing while handling the product.

STORAGE AND HANDLING INFORMATION:

Storage and transport:
Maximum Storage temp: 100 degrees Fahrenheit
Minimum Storage temp: 35 degrees Fahrenheit
Store at moderate temperatures.
Precautions:
Rinse the product contacting surfaces with potable water after use.Read entire label before use.Keep out of reach of children.
Other Precautions:
Do not use on polished or anodized Aluminium
Do not use on galvanized surfaces
Do not use on automotive finishes