Date Revised: November 17, 2006
Product Name: Reactive Skin Decontamination Lotion (RSDL)
Product Codes: F5402
Preparation Date : October 23, 2006
Chemical characterization: Mixture of Dekon 139 and 2, 3 butanedione monoxime (DAM) in a polyethyleneglycol monomethyl ether and water solvent system.
Hazardous ingredients: No hazardous ingredient.
General: For external use only. Not for prophylactic use or whole body decontamination. Not a substitute for proper protective breathing devices and garments. Avoid unnecessary contact with eyes and mucous membrane. RSDL should not be used for wound decontamination because its effects on wounds and effects resulting from its absorption through the wound have not been studied.
Absorption: Avoid extended contact with the skin. One of the ingredients (DAM) is absorbed through the skin. RSDL has not been tested in humans using amounts required for decontamination. Intravenous injections of DAM have been shown to cause serious systemic toxicity up to and including a transient comatose state (unconsciousness). There have been no instances of death. Pending further studies, do not use RSDL for whole body decontamination.
Flammability: Flammability: The RSDL vehicle (MPEG) when combined with some commonly used decontamination materials, i.e., solid powdered HTH (calcium hypochlorite) or solid powdered Super Tropical Bleach, causes spontaneous combustion. Should RSDL be used on the same decontamination line as either of these products, care must be taken to keep them apart. Do not discard RSDL packaging and sponge into containers that contain or have contained solid undiluted HTH or Super Tropical Bleach.
Pregnancy: RSDL should be used during pregnancy only when necessary; one of the ingredients, 2,3 butanedione monoxime (DAM) has been shown to cross the placental barrier in animal studies.1 Animal reproduction studies have shown RSDL to be non toxic for all of the reproductive parameters examined, including the neonates - RSDL is not teratogenic, not spermicidal, and not embriocidal.2 No human studies on pregnant women have been conducted.
Inhalation: No emergency care anticipated.
Contact with skin: Wash skin with soap and water.
Contact with eyes: Flush eyes thoroughly with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if worn.
Ingestion: No emergency care anticipated.
Flammable properties: Condition of flammability: Ignites if heated above the flash point.
Flash Point: 238 °C, Cleveland Open Cup ASTM D92
Flammability Limit, Lower: 1.1
Flammability Limit, Upper: 6.9
Suitable extinguishing methods: Apply alcohol-type or all-purpose-type foam by manufacturer’s recommended techniques for large fires. Use carbon dioxide or dry chemical media for small fires. Do not direct a solid stream of water or foam into hot, burning pools; this may cause frothing and increase fire intensity. Use self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing.
Methods not suitable for safety reasons: No information currently available.
Special exposure hazards: Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide are fire by-products.
Special protective equipment: Use self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing.
Personal precautions:
Wear suitable protective equipment. See Section 8 – Exposure Controls and Personal Protection.
Methods for cleaning up: Small spills can be flushed with large amounts of water; larger spills should be collected for disposal. Observe Government regulations.
Handling: Use normal measures in the handling of chemical products.
Storage: Temperatures should be between 10 °C and 30 °C.
Specific uses: The full strength solution is applied on body surfaces after exposure to chemical warfare agents (RSDL should not be used before exposure since its effectiveness following prophylactic use has not been evaluated). Generally, one 21 ml packet is sufficient to decontaminate hands, neck, and face. The packaging and sponge should be discarded after a single use.
General protective measures: Unnecessary contact with eyes and mucous membranes should be avoided.
TLV: There are no known limits for odour detection.
Respiratory protection: None should normally be necessary.
Hand Protection: None required.
Eye protection: Safety glasses or goggles.
Skin protection: None required.
Physical form:Clear yellow/orange brown solution.
| Properties |
|
| Boiling point |
200 °C |
| Density (H2O = 1) |
1.1 |
| Vapor pressure (mm HG) |
< 0.01 |
| Freezing point |
0 °C |
| Vapour density (air = 1) |
1 |
| Evaporation rate (butyl acetate=1) |
0 |
| Solubility in water |
100% |
| pH |
10.35 – 10.85 |
|
Conditions to avoid: This is a stable product, no special conditions to avoid.
Materials to avoid: Avoid strong bases at high temperatures, strong acids, strong oxidizing
agents and materials reactive with hydroxyl compounds. The RSDL vehicle (MPEG) when combined with some commonly used
decontamination materials, i.e., solid powdered HTH (calcium hypochlorite) or solid powdered Super Tropical Bleach, causes spontaneous combustion. Should RSDL be used on the same decontamination line as either of these products, care must be taken to keep them apart. Do not discard RSDL packaging and sponge into containers that contain or have contained HTH or Super Tropical Bleach.
Hazardous decomposition products: None under normal conditions, however, burning can produce carbon
monoxide and/or carbon dioxide.
Acute effects: LD50 > 950 mg/kg in rabbits.
Irritation: Irritation to the eyes is possible.
Sensitization: Not known.
Chronic toxicity: Not known.
Route of entry:
- Inhalation : May occur
- Skin Contact : May occur
- Skin Absorption : May occur
- Ingestion : May occur
- Eye Contact : May occur
Mutagenicity: Non-mutagenic3
Water solubility: The product is completely soluble in water.
Biodegradability: N/D
Disposal: Do not dump into sewers, on the ground, or any body of water. All disposal practices must be in compliance with all Federal, State/Provincial and local laws and regulations. Regulations may vary in different locations.
E-Z-EM Canada Inc. has no control on the management practices of
parties handling or using this material. The information presented here
pertains only to the product as shipped in its intended condition as
described in section 2 of this MSDS (Composition / Information on
ingredients).
TDG - Canada: Not Regulated
UN Number: N/A
Directive 67/548/EEC and its modifications, adaptations and later transpositions: This product is not dangerous in the sense of this directive..
WHMIS: This product is not a « Controlled Product » under WHMIS
Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA): All components of this product are on the TSCA Inventory or are exempt
from TSCA Inventory requirements.
EINECS: This product is not included in EINECS. This product is not required to be
included in EINECS.
Hazard Rating system: NFPA ratings for this product are: H – 0 F – 1 R – 0 |
