Material Safety Data Sheet
Hexacon
Classified as hazardous according to the criteria of NOHSC
SECTION I Identification of the Material and Supplier
Product Name	Hexacon
Recommended Use
Supplier Details	Apex Laboratories Pty. Ltd.
ACN Number	000 397 240
Street	61 Chivers Road
Suburb	Somersby
State	NSW
Country	Australia
Post Code	2250
Phone	+61 2 4372 1661 (Business hours – 8.30am – 5.00pm)
Fax	+61 2 4372 1668 (fax)
Website	http://www.apexlabs.com.au
Emergency contact	As above or Poisons Information Centre 131126 (Australia)
SECTION II Hazard Identification
Classification	Classified as hazardous according to the criteria of NOHSC
Risk Phrases	R41 Risk of serious damage to eyes
Safety Phrases	None allocated
ADG Class	None allocated
Hazchem Code	None allocated
Poisons Schedule	Not Scheduled
SECTION III Composition
Ingredients CAS No Proportion TWA mg/m3 STEL mg/m3 Chlorhexidine Gluconate 18472-51-0 10-<30% not set not set Isopropyl alcohol 67-63-0 <10% not set not set Other non hazardous ingredients NA to 100% not set not set
The TWA exposure value is the average airborne concentration of a particular substance when calculated over a normal 8 hour working day for a 5 day working week over an entire working lifetime. The TWA exposure standard set by Worksafe Australia for dusts not otherwise specified is 10mg/m3. The STEL (Short Term Exposure Limit) is an exposure value that should not be exceeded for more than 15 minutes and should not be repeated for more than 4 times per day. There should be at least 60 minutes between successive exposures at the STEL.
SECTION IV First Aid Measures
This first aid information pertains particularly to the active ingredients and any hazardous ingredients, rather than to the formulated product. As the finished product is a liquid for cleaning, ingestion is unlikely to occur.
Ingestion	Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth with water. Seek medical advice immediately.
Eye	Irrigate with copious quantities of lukewarm water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical advice.
Skin	Wash well with soap and water and if concerned seek medical advice.
Inhalation	If concerned remove to fresh air and seek medical advice.
SECTION V Fire Fighting Measures
Extinguishing Media	Water fog or fine water spray, foam, dry agent. As appropriate for surrounding environment.
Combustion Hazards	Toxic or irritating fumes may be released including carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide.
Precautions for Firefighters	Wear self contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing.
Hazchem Code	None allocated
SECTION VI Accidental Release Measures
Emergency Procedures	In the event of a major spill, protect drains and water courses from contamination. Ensure good ventilation to avoid inhalation and wear protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes. Take care to avoid slipping.
Materials and Methods	Wear protective clothing (overalls, gloves, goggles and boots). Use adsorbent such as sand to mop up spill and collect then dispose after consulting appropriate authorities. Wash area down with detergent and excess water. Take care not to slip.
SECTION VII Handling and Storage
Precautions	Always use good occupational work practices and observe recommendations on the label. Keep exposure to this product to a minimum. Prohibit eating, drinking and smoking in storage and handling areas. Wash hands after handling and remove contaminated clothing and any protective equipment before entering eating areas.
Conditions	Store product in original containers as per label instruction (below 30oC or room temperature).
SECTION VIII Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
National Exposure Standards	No exposure standard has been allocated for this mixture or any significant ingredient within this mixture.
Biological Limit Values	No biological limit has been allocated for this mixture.
Engineering Controls	No specific engineering controls are required for this mixture.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eye	Eye protection is not normally necessary. If concerned wear protective goggles or glasses. Wash hands after handling and prior to touching eye and in particular handling contact lenses.
Skin	Skin protection is not normally necessary, however it is good practice to avoid contact with chemicals by wearing suitable gloves when handling.
Respiratory	Protection from inhalation is not normally necessary. If ventilation is inadequate then use of a suitable dust mask would be appropriate.
SECTION IX Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance	Clear Red Solution.
Odour	Slight alcohol odour.
pH
Vapour pressure
Boiling point/range	No data available.
Freezing/Melting point	No data available.
Solubility	Water soluble.
Specific gravity/density	1.00 to 1.03 g/mL
Flash Points	Non combustible.
Flammable limits (in air)	No data available.
Ignition temperature	No data available.
SECTION X Stability and Reactivity
Chemical stability	This mixture is stable under normal ambient and anticipated storage and handling conditions of temperature and pressure.
Conditions to avoid	No specific conditions to avoid other than extreme heat.
Incompatible materials	No data available.
Decomposition products	May emit toxic fumes under fire conditions.
Hazardous reactions	No data available.
SECTION XI Toxicological Information
Handling of the formulated product is not expected to cause any adverse affects if care is taken and instructions are followed. The following data pertains particularly to the actives and any hazardous ingredients in the formulation.
Acute Health Effects
Ingestion
Eye	Eye contact is not a great risk as this product is a tablet. The data available suggests that this product may cause a transient irritation that is unlikely to be anything more than mildly uncomfortable. This effect should disappear when the product is removed.
Skin	The data available suggest that irritation to the skin is likely after contact with some of the hazardous ingredients and burns are possible. However, this formulation is unlikely to cause problems in appropriate quantities. Individuals may have or develop sensitivities.
Inhalation	Inhalation is not a great risk as this product is a tablet. The data available suggests that this product will not harm the respiratory system if inhaled. Allergic reactions can result in sensitive individuals following inhalation.
Chronic Health Effects
Ingestion	There is no data available on the long term effects of ingestion of this product.
Eye	There is no data available on the long term effects of eye contamination with this product.
Skin	There is no data available on the long term effects of skin contact with this product.
Inhalation	There is no data available on the long term effects of inhalation of this product.
Advice to Doctor	Treatment for any adverse effects should be symptomatic.
Carcinogenicity	No ingredient in this formulation is known to be carcinogenic.
Compounding effects	No known effects.
SECTION XII Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity	No data available.
Persistence and Degradability	No data available.
Mobility	No data available.
SECTION XIII Disposal Considerations
Disposal Methods	Empty containers may be recycled or sent to a commercial waste disposal site. Unused product should be suitable for landfill however contact the relevant local Waste Disposal Authority.
Special Precautions
SECTION XIV Transport Information
UN Number
UN Shipping Name	None allocated.
ADG Class	None allocated
Packing Group	None allocated.
Special Precautions	None allocated.
Hazchem Code	None allocated
SECTION XV Regulatory Information
Poisons Schedule	Not Scheduled
SECTION XVI Other Information
Date	This MSDS has been reviewed and updated as required in May 2009.
Key to Abbreviations
NOHSC: National Occupational Health and Safety Commission
ADG Class: Australian Dangerous Goods Class
CAS Number: Chemical Abstracts Service Number
TWA: Time Weighted Average
STEL: Short Term Exposure Limit
UN: United Nations
Disclaimer
This Material Safety Data Sheet has been developed according to WORKSAFE Australia, NOHSC Guidelines. Hazard Classifications have been determined in consultation with the Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazardous Substances [NOHSC:1008(1999)]. However, to the best of our knowledge, the finished product is unlikely to cause harm to humans handling, administering and dispensing as per label instructions. The data, information and recommendations herein are represented in good faith and are believed to be correct as of the date hereof. The purpose of this Material Safety Data Sheet is to describe products in terms of their safety requirements. Apex Laboratories Pty Ltd make no representation of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose or application, or of any other nature with respect to the information or the product to which the information refers ("the product"). The information is supplied upon the condition that the persons receiving same will make their own determination as to its suitability prior to use of the product. The physical data shown herein are typical values based on material tested. These values should not be construed as guaranteed analysis of any specific lot or as guaranteed specification for the product or specific lots hereof. Due care should be taken to make sure that the use or disposal of this product and/or its packaging is in compliance with relevant Federal, State and Local Government Regulations.