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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Section 1: IDENTIFICATION
ACECIDE-C - Solution 2
Recommended Use: For high-level disinfection and/or sterilization of medical instruments
Product Code: GT7847
BEST SANITIZERS, INC. BEST SANITIZERS, INC.
P.O. Box 1360 310 Providence Mine Rd. Suite 120
Penn Valley, CA 95946 Nevada City, CA 95959
(888) 225-3267 (888) 225-3267
CHEMTREC Toll-free 24 hour Emergency Telephone Number: (800) 424-9300
Section 2: HAZARDS
Emergency Overview
Do not get in eyes, on skin or on clothing. Wear protective eyewear (goggles, face shield or safety glasses) and rubber gloves when handling. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Do not use with devices containing silver, copper, or brass. Potential short-term health effects
Routes of exposure
Eye, Skin contact, Inhalation, Ingestion Inhalation
Excessive inhalation may cause respiratory tract irritation and central nervous system effects (headache, dizziness) Ingestion
Ingestion is unlikely through the normal anticipated use of this product. May cause stomach distress, nausea or vomiting. Target organs
Chronic effects
Prolonged or repeated exposure can cause drying, defatting and dermatitis. Signs and symptoms
Symptoms may include redness, oedema, drying, defatting and cracking of the skin. Section 3: COMPOSITION INFORMATION
Ingredient
Proportion
Note: Once the ACECIDE-C Solutions are mixed, the resulting solution should be handled in accordance with the ACECIDE-C Solution 1 Material Safety Data Sheet. MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
ACECIDE-C SOLUTION 2
Section 4: FIRST AID
Eye (Contact)
Hold eyelids apart and flush the eye continuously with running water.
Skin (Contact)
Remove contaminated clothing and flush skin and hair with running water. Inhalation (Breathing)
Ingestion (Swallowing)
DO NOT induce vomiting. For advice, contact a doctor. Advice to Doctor
Treat symptomatically for neutral detergent. First Aid Facilities
Ensure an eye wash and safety shower are available and ready for use. Additional Information
No aggravated medical conditions are known to be caused by exposure to the product. Section 5: FIREFIGHTING MEASURE
Suitable Extinguishing Media
Product does not burn. Use dry chemical powder, foam, water spray Hazards From Combustion Products
Toxic and/or irritating fumes including carbon monoxide and carbon Precautions For Fire Fighters and
Keep containers cool by spraying with water. Special Protective Equipment
Section 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Spills / Clean up
For small volumes (approximately less than 1L) - Personal protective equipment should be worn when cleaning up spills. Restrict access to area until completion of cleanup. Stop leak if safe to do so. Collect and dispose of spilled material according to local regulations. Wash away remnants with copious amounts of cold water. In the unlikely event of breach of multiple containers, contain spill with absorbent material, such as sand, vermiculite or other inert material. Prevent spill entering sewers or waterways. Collect and dispose of spilled material according to local regulations. Wash away remnants with copious amounts of cold water. Clean area by working from the periphery to the centre of spill or from the edge of the room to the centre. Section 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for
Product is intended for the high-level disinfection and sterilization of medical instruments. Safe Handling
Any non-intended or non-authorised use of this product may result in personal injury or
damage to equipment.
Do not manually open container.
When used in an automatic endoscope reprocessor, do not open machine while in
use.
Note: Once the ACECIDE-C Solutions are mixed, the resulting solution should be handled
in accordance with the ACECIDE-C Solution 1 Material Safety Data Sheet.
Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling and before work breaks, eating, drinking,
smoking and using toilet facilities.
Conditions for
Store in a cool, dry, well ventilated area away from direct sunlight. Keep container tightly Safe Storage
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Section 8: EXPOSURE CONTROL/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Exposure Standards
Ingredient CAS
Biological Limit Values

Engineering Controls
Personal Protective Equipment
Eye/face protection - Wear safety glasses to prevent eye contact. Skin protection - Use rubber gloves to prevent skin contact. Respiratory protection - Respirator is not usually necessary but if product is irritating use a respirator suitable for organic vapours. Section 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance Clear colourless liquid
Boiling Point Not available

Odour Characteristic
Freezing Point Not available

pH 8.7 - 9.7
Solubility Soluble in water.

Specific Gravity 1.1
Flash Point Not Applicable.

Vapour Pressure Not Available.
Upper and Lower Flammability limits (in air) Not Applicable.

Vapour Density Not Available.
Ignition Temperature Not Applicable.

Section 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability
Stable under normal ambient storage conditions. Conditions to avoid
Avoid high temperatures (store between 0oC and 25oC). Protect against physical damage. Incompatible materials
Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous reactions
Section 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

HEALTH EFFECTS

Acute
Swallowed
Considered an unlikely route of entry in commercial / industrial environments. May be irritating to gastro-intestinal tract. Inhalation of mist may cause irritation. Issue No. 1 Date: April 27, 2011 Page 3 of 4 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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Swallowed
Inhalation

TOXICITY DATA
Potassium nitrate
Section 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity

Persistence and degradability

Mobility
Section 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Disposal method
Before disposal, check to see if the wastewater conforms to the local, federal, state and national standards (for pH, BOD, COD and other measures). In most cases, disposal of solution to sewer after use is acceptable. Rinse empty containers thoroughly before recycling or disposing to an authorised landfill. For bulk disposal refer to State/Territory Land Waste Management Authority. Dispose of material through a licensed waste contractor. Special precautions Suitable for incineration by approved agent.
Section 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Not classified as Dangerous Goods by the criteria of the of the European Transportation Law, including the
following regulations: ADR, RID, ADNR, IMDG and ICAO/IATA.
UN Number
UN Proper Shipping Name
Class and subsidiary risk
Packing Group
Special precautions for user
Hazchem Code
Section 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION
Not classified as hazardous by the criteria of EG directive 67/548/EEC. Section 16: OTHER INFORMATION
Note: Once the ACECIDE-C Solutions are mixed, the resulting solution should be handled in accordance with the ACECIDE-C Solution 1 Material Safety Data Sheet. Issue No. 1 Date: April 27, 2011 Page 4 of 4

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