Electro-Cleaner SDS 2025
SAFETY DATA SHEET
SECTION 1: IDENTIFICATION
Other Means of Identification: Not applicable
Intended Use of the Product: Electroplating bath and brush
Restrictions on Use: For professional use only
Name, Address, and Telephone of the Responsible Party
Manufacturer: Gold Plating Services
378 North Main #112 Layton, UT 84041
T: (801) 546 6200
www.GoldPlating.com
Emergency Telephone Number
PERS (801) 629-0667 or (800) 633-8253
SECTION 2: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification of the Substance or Mixture
Skin Irrit. 2
Eye Irrit. 2A
Label Elements
Hazard Pictograms:
Signal Word:
Warning
Hazard Statements:
Causes skin irritation.
Causes serious eye irritation.
Precautionary Statements:
Wash hands, forearms, and face thoroughly after handling.
Wear protective gloves, eye protection, face protection, protective clothing.
If on skin: wash with plenty of water. Take off contaminated
clothing and wash it before reuse.
If in eyes: rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
If skin irritation occurs: get medical advice/attention.
If eye irritation persists: get medical advice/attention.
Other Hazards
Exposure may aggravate those with pre-existing eye, skin, or respiratory conditions.
Unknown Acute Toxicity
Not applicable
SECTION 3: COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Mixture:
Name |
Product Identifier |
% |
Classification |
Demineralized water |
(CAS No) 7732-18-5 |
96.9 |
Not classified |
Disodium carbonate |
(CAS No) 497-19-8 |
2.3 |
Eye Irrit. 2A |
Sodium hydroxide |
(CAS No) 1310-73-2 |
0.8 |
Met. Corr. 1 Skin Corr. 1A Eye Dam. 1 Aquatic Acute 3 |
SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES
Description of First Aid Measures
After Inhalation: Keep at rest and in a position comfortable for breathing. Seek medical attention. Symptoms may be delayed.
After Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Drench affected area with water or soap and water for at least 15 minutes. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Obtain medical attention if irritation develops or persists.
After Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do so. Continue rinsing. Obtain medical attention if irritation persists.
After Ingestion: Rinse mouth thoroughly with water. Do NOT induce vomiting. Seek medical attention immediately.
Most Important Symptoms and Effects, Both Acute and Delayed
After Inhalation: May cause respiratory irritation.
After Skin Contact: Causes skin irritation. Symptoms may include: redness, pain, swelling, itching, burning, dryness, and dermatitis.
After Eye Contact: Causes serious eye irritation. Symptoms may include: redness, pain, swelling, itching, burning, tearing, and blurred vision.
After Ingestion: Ingestion is likely to be harmful or have adverse effects.
Chronic Symptoms: None expected under normal conditions of use.
Indication of Any Immediate Medical Attention and Special Treatment Needed
If exposed or concerned, get medical advice and attention. If you feel unwell, seek medical advice (show the label where possible).
SECTION 5: FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable Extinguishing Media
Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire.
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media
Do not use a heavy water stream.
Specific Hazards Arising From the Substance or Mixture
Fire Hazard: Not flammable.
Explosion Hazard: Product is not explosive, however in contact with incompatibilities it may release explosive hydrogen gas.
Reactivity: Hazardous reactions will not occur under normal conditions. Solution may react with amphoteric metals such as aluminum.
Advice for Firefighters
Precautionary Measures: Exercise caution when fighting any chemical fire. Under fire conditions, hazardous fumes will be present.
Firefighting Instructions: Use water spray or fog for cooling exposed containers.
Protection During Firefighting: Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
Other Information: Do not allow the product to be released into the environment.
SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precautions, Protective Equipment, and Emergency Procedures
General Measures: Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Do not breathe vapor, mist, or spray.
For Non-emergency Personnel: Use appropriate personal protection equipment (PPE). Evacuate unnecessary personnel. Keep upwind.
For Emergency Responders: Equip cleanup crew with proper protection. Upon arrival at the scene, a first responder is expected to recognize the presence of dangerous goods, protect oneself and the public, secure the area, and call for the assistance of trained personnel as soon as conditions permit.
Environmental Precautions
Avoid release to the environment.
Methods and Material for Containment and Cleaning Up
For Containment: Contain any spills with dikes or absorbents to prevent migration and entry into sewers or streams.
Methods for Cleaning Up: Cautiously neutralize spilled liquid. Clean up spills immediately and dispose of waste safely. For small quantities of liquid spill, take up in non-combustible absorbent material and shovel into container for disposal. Collect absorbed material and place into a sealed, labeled container for proper disposal. Practice good housekeeping; spillage can be slippery on smooth surfaces, either wet or dry.
SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for Safe Handling
Additional Hazards When Processed: Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas. May be corrosive to metals.
Hygiene Measures: Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety procedures. Always wash your hands immediately after handling this product, and once again before leaving the workplace. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Do not eat, drink, or smoke in areas where product is used.
Conditions for Safe Storage, Including Any Incompatibilities
Technical Measures: Observe all regulations and local requirements regarding storage of containers.
Storage Conditions: Store in a dry, cool, and well-ventilated place. Keep container closed when not in use. Storage areas should be periodically checked for corrosion and integrity.
Incompatible Products: Strong acids and amphoteric metals such as aluminum and zinc.
SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Limits
For substances listed in section 3 that are not listed here, there are no established exposure limits from the manufacturer, supplier, importer, or the appropriate advisory agency including: ACGIH (TLV), AIHA (WEEL), NIOSH (REL), or OSHA (PEL).
Sodium Hydroxide (1310-73-2)
USA ACGIH |
ACGIH Ceiling (mg/m3) |
2 mg/m3 |
USA NIOSH |
NIOSH REL (ceiling) (mg/m3) |
2 mg/m3 |
USA IDLH |
US IDLH (mg/m3) |
10 mg/m3 |
USA OSHA |
OSHA PEL (TWA) (mg/m3) |
2 mg/m3 |
Appropriate Engineering Controls
Emergency eye wash fountains should be available in the immediate vicinity of any potential exposure. Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas. Ensure all national/local regulations are observed.
Personal Protective Equipment
Materials for Protective Clothing: Chemically resistant materials and fabrics.
Hand Protection: Wear chemically resistant protective gloves.
Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles.
Skin and Body Protection: Wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
Respiratory Protection: Use a NIOSH-approved respirator or self-contained breathing apparatus whenever exposure may exceed established Occupational Exposure Limits.
Environmental Exposure Controls: Do not allow the product to be released into the environment.
Consumer Exposure Controls: Do not eat, drink, or smoke during use.
SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State: Liquid
Color: Light yellow solution
Odor: No odor
Odor Threshold: No data available
Melting Point: No data available
Freezing Point: No data available
Boiling Point: No data available
Flammability (solid, gas): No data available
Upper/Lower Explosion Limits: Product is not explosive.
Flash Point: No data available
Auto-Ignition Temperature: No data available
Decomposition Temperature: No data available
pH: No data available
Kinematic Viscosity: No data available
Solubility: Water: Complete
Partition Coefficient N-Octanol/Water: No data available
Vapor Pressure: No data available
Evaporation Rate: No data available
Density: No data available
Relative Vapor Density: No data available
Particle Characteristics: No data available
Specific Gravity: 1.05
SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity: Hazardous reactions will not occur under normal conditions.
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended handling and storage conditions (see section 7).
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: Hazardous polymerization will not occur.
Conditions to Avoid: Direct sunlight, extremely high or low temperatures, open flames, sources of ignition, and incompatible materials.
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids. Amphoteric metals such as aluminum and zinc.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: May produce explosive hydrogen gas on contact with incompatibilities or upon thermal decomposition.
SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Routes of Exposure and Symptoms
Inhalation: May cause respiratory irritation.
Skin Contact: Causes skin irritation. Symptoms may include: redness, pain, swelling, itching, burning, dryness, and dermatitis.
Eye Contact: Causes serious eye irritation. Symptoms may include: redness, pain, swelling, itching, burning, tearing, and blurred vision.
Ingestion: Ingestion is likely to be harmful or have adverse effects.
Delayed and Immediate Effects & Chronic Effects from Short and Long Term Exposure
Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: Not classified
Germ Cell Mutagenicity: Not classified
Carcinogenicity: Not classified
Reproductive Toxicity: Not classified
Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure): Not classified
Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure): Not classified
Aspiration Hazard: Not classified
Chronic Effects: None expected under normal conditions.
Acute Toxicity Estimates
Disodium carbonate (497-19-8)
LD50 Oral Rat |
4090 mg/kg |
LC50 Inhalation Rat |
2300 mg/m3 (Exposure time: 2 h) |
LC50 Inhalation Rat |
1.2 mg/l/4h |
Sodium hydroxide (1310-73-2)
LD50 Dermal Rabbit |
1350 mg/kg |
Interactive Effects
No data available
Carcinogen Listings
IARC: No
NTP: No
OSHA: No
SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity
Disodium carbonate (497-19-8)
LC50 Fish 1 |
300 mg/l (Exposure time: 96 h - Species: Lepomis macrochirus [static]) |
EC50 Daphnia 1 |
265 mg/l (Exposure time: 48 h - Species: Daphnia magna) |
LC 50 Fish 2 |
310 - 1220 mg/l (Exposure time: 96 h - Species: Pimephales promelas [static]) |
Sodium hydroxide (1310-73-2)
LC50 Fish 1 |
45.4 mg/l (Exposure time: 96 h - Species: Oncorhynchus mykiss [static]) |
EC50 Daphnia 1 |
40 mg/l |
Persistence and Degradability
No additional information available
Bioaccumulative Potential
Disodium carbonate (497-19-8)
BCF fish 1 |
Avoid release to the environment. |
Mobility in Soil
No additional information available
Other Adverse Effects
Avoid release to the environment.
SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Sewage Disposal Recommendations
Do not dispose of waste into sewer. Do not empty into drains; dispose of this material and its container in a safe way.
Waste Disposal Recommendations
Dispose of waste material in accordance with all local, regional, national, and international regulations.
SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION
In Accordance with DOT, IMDG, and IATA: Not regulated for transport.
SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION
US Federal Regulations
Electro - Cleaner Solution:
SARA Section 311/312 Hazard Classes |
Immediate (acute) health hazard |
Water (7732-18-5):
Listed on the United States TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) inventory
Disodium carbonate (497-19-8):
Listed on the United States TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) inventory
SARA Section 311/312 Hazard Classes |
Immediate (acute) health hazard |
Sodium hydroxide (1310-73-2):
Listed on the United States TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) inventory
SARA Section 311/312 Hazard Classes |
Immediate (acute) health hazard |
US State Regulations
Sodium hydroxide (1310-73-2)
|
U.S. - Massachusetts - Right To Know List |
U.S. - New Jersey - Right to Know Hazardous Substance List |
U.S. - Pennsylvania - RTK (Right to Know) - Environmental Hazard List |
U.S. - Pennsylvania - RTK (Right to Know) List |
SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION, INCLUDING DATE OF PREPARATION OR LAST REVISION
Current SDS preparation date: October 15, 2024
Last SDS Preparation Date: January 15, 2022
Original SDS preparation date: February 15, 2016
Other Information
This document has been prepared in accordance with the SDS requirements of the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200.
Disclaimer: To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above-named manufacturer/supplier nor any of its subsidiaries assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein. Final determination of the suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present unknown hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist.