MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. Product and Company Identification
Product name
VEET® NATURAL INSPIRATIONS™ Wax Strips - Sensitive Formula with Aloe Vera Finishing Wipes Mixture
CAS #
This MSDS is designed for workplace employees, emergency personnel and for other conditions and situations where there is a greater potential for large-scale or prolonged exposure, in accordance with requirements of the Canadian Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS). This MSDS is not applicable for consumer use of our products. For consumer use, all precautionary and first aid language is provided on the product label in accordance with the applicable government regulation.
Product Use
To remove residual wax
Distributed by
Reckitt Benckiser (Canada) Inc. 1680 Tech Avenue Unit #2 Mississauga, ON L4W 5S9 In Case of Emergency: 1-800-338-6167 Transportation Emergencies: 24 Hour Number: North America: CHEMTREC: 1-800-424-9300 Outside North America: 1-703-527-3887
LEGEND
HEALTH
/
1
0 Severe Serious Moderate Slight Minimal
4 3 2 1 0
FLAMMABILITY
0
PHYSICAL HAZARD
0
1
0
PERSONAL PROTECTION
2. Hazards Identification
Emergency overview
This product is regulated by Health Canada as a personal care cosmetic. Extensive testing has been completed to show that it is safe and effective when used as directed. PRECAUTIONS: Retain outer pack and leaflet for other precautions. Read and follow all precautions and directions before use. Do not use on varicose veins, scars, moles, spotty, broken, irritated, sunburnt skin or on skin that has had an adverse reaction to waxes in the past. Always leave 72 hours between hair removal sessions. Check with your doctor before using if you are on any medication which can affect the skin or if you suffer from any skin related disorder. Waxing is not suitable for the elderly and diabetics or people taking oral retinoids. If you have not waxed before, we recommend you start by removing hair from your legs. Before use make sure your skin is dry, non-irritated, and free of creams, oils or deodorant. Before every use, TEST YOUR SKIN REACTION by applying and removing the product to a small part of the area you wish to treat, following the directions for use. If after 24 HOURS there is no adverse reaction, continue to use. If you experience any tingling during use, remove the product immediately using the back of a used strip, Perfect Finish wipe or baby oil and then rinse thoroughly with cold water. If a burning sensation persists, seed medical advice. If a burning sensation persists, seek medical advice. Skin may be more sensitive for a short time after use, so avoid scratching. After use we recommend waiting 24 hours before using anti-perspirant, any other perfumed product, using artificial tanning equipment, swimming or sunbathing. In case of ingestion, seek medical advice immediately and show outer pack. Avoid contact with eyes. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Waxing is suitable for pregnant women but may cause bruising.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
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Potential short term health effects Eye, Skin contact, Inhalation, Ingestion. Routes of exposure No risks anticipated in normal use. Eyes
Inhalation
No risks anticipated in normal use. Not expected to be a skin sensitizer. No risks anticipated in normal use.
Ingestion
No risks anticipated in normal use.
Skin
Target organs
Eyes. Kidney. Respiratory system. Skin.
Chronic effects
The finished product is not expected to have chronic health effects.
Signs and symptoms
Symptoms may include redness, oedema, drying, defatting and cracking of the skin.
Potential environmental effects
See section 12.
3. Composition/Information on Ingredients
Components
CAS #
Percent
8042-47-5
60 - 100
101227-09-2
7 - 13
Mineral Oil
Hexyldecyl Stearate
4. First Aid Measures
First aid procedures Avoid contact with eyes. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Product intended to be used on skin. If irritation develops, wash off with soap and water. If a burning sensation persists, seek medical advice. Not an anticipated route of exposure.
Eye contact Skin contact Inhalation
In case of ingestion, seek medical advice immediately and show outer pack. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Wash mouth out with water. Treat patient symptomatically.
Ingestion Notes to physician
If you feel unwell, seek medical advice (show the label where possible). Ensure that medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved, and take precautions to protect themselves. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance. Avoid contact with eyes. Keep out of reach of children.
General advice
5. Fire Fighting Measures Not flammable by WHMIS criteria.
Flammable properties Extinguishing media
Foam. Dry chemical.
Suitable extinguishing media
Unsuitable extinguishing media
Protection of firefighters Specific hazards arising from the chemical Protective equipment for firefighters
Do not use water jet.
Not available.
Firefighters should wear full protective clothing including self contained breathing apparatus. May include and are not limited to: Oxides of carbon.
Hazardous combustion products Explosion data
Sensitivity to mechanical impact
Not available.
Sensitivity to static discharge
Not available.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Personal precautions
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Methods for containment
Do not discharge into lakes, streams, ponds or public waters. Advise authorities if product has penetrated drains, sewers or water pipes. Not applicable.
Methods for cleaning up
Pick up and discard paper.
Environmental precautions
7. Handling and Storage
Avoid contact with eyes. Use good industrial hygiene practices in handling this material. Use according to package label instructions. Keep out of reach of children.
Handling
Storage
Keep from freezing. Excursions: 60°C - Not more than 5 days. 50°C - Not more than 4 weeks. 40°C - Not more than 8 weeks.
Do not store below -20°C.
8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Occupational exposure limits US. ACGIH Threshold Limit Values Components
Mineral Oil (CAS 8042-47-5)
Type
Value
Form
TWA
5 mg/m3
Inhalable fraction.
Chemicals listed in section 3 that are not listed here do not have established limit values for ACGIH. General ventilation normally adequate.
Exposure limits Engineering controls Personal protective equipment
Consult the product label for special protection or precautions that have been identified for using this product under directed consumer use conditions. The following recommendations are given for workplace employees, emergency personnel and for other conditions and situations where there is a greater potential for large-scale or prolonged exposure. Follow standard industrial hygiene practices. Not required
Eye / face protection Hand protection Skin and body protection
Not normally required.
Respiratory protection
Where exposure guideline levels may be exceeded, use an approved NIOSH respirator.
General hygiene considerations
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practices. When using do not eat or drink. Washing hands with soap and water after use is recommended as good hygienic practice to prevent possible eye irritation from hand contact.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance
Oily Liquid saturated on wipe
Colour
Colourless liquid on a wipe
Form
Liquid saturated on wipe
Odour
Fruity
Odour threshold
Not available.
Physical state
Solid.
pH
Not available.
Freezing point
Not available.
Boiling point
Not available
Pour point
Not available.
Evaporation rate
Not available.
Flash point
Not available.
Auto-ignition temperature
Not available
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Flammability Limits in Air, Upper, % by Volume
Not available
Flammability Limits in Air, Lower, % by Volume
Not available
Heat of combustion
Not available.
Vapour pressure
Not available
Vapour density
Not available.
Specific gravity
Not available.
Partition coefficient (n-octanol/water)
Not available
Solubility (Water)
Not available.
Relative density
Not available.
Viscosity
Not available.
VOC
Not available.
Not available.
Percent volatile
10. Stability and Reactivity
Reactivity
This product may react with strong acids.
Possibility of hazardous reactions
Hazardous polymerisation does not occur.
Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Conditions to avoid
Do not mix with other chemicals. Temperature > 60°C Keep from freezing. Acids. Oxidizing agents.
Incompatible materials Hazardous decomposition products
May include and are not limited to: Oxides of carbon.
11. Toxicological Information
Toxicological data Components Mineral Oil (CAS 8042-47-5) Acute Dermal LD50
Species
Test results
Rat
2000 mg/kg
Oral LD50
Rat
5000 mg/kg
LC50 Not available.
Hexyldecyl Stearate (CAS 101227-09-2) LC50 Not available.
LD50 Not available.
Effects of acute exposure
Eye contact
No risks anticipated in normal use.
Skin contact
No risks anticipated in normal use. Not expected to be a skin sensitizer.
Inhalation
No risks anticipated in normal use.
Ingestion
No risks anticipated in normal use.
Sensitisation
The finished product is not expected to have chronic health effects.
Chronic effects
The finished product is not expected to have chronic health effects.
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Carcinogenicity Mutagenicity Reproductive effects
The finished product is not expected to have chronic health effects. The finished product is not expected to have chronic health effects. The finished product is not expected to have chronic health effects.
Teratogenicity
The finished product is not expected to have chronic health effects.
Name of Toxicologically Synergistic Products
Not available.
12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity
Components of this product have been identified as having potential environmental concerns.
Persistence and degradability
Not available.
Bioaccumulation/accumulation
Not available.
Mobility in environmental media
Not available.
Environmental effects
Not available.
Aquatic toxicity
Not available.
Chemical fate information
Not available.
13. Disposal Considerations
Disposal instructions Waste from residues / unused products Contaminated packaging
Dispose in accordance with all applicable regulations. Dispose of empty packaging with normal household trash. Not available Not available
14. Transport Information
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Not regulated as dangerous goods. Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG - Canada) Not regulated as dangerous goods. IATA/ICAO (Air) Not regulated as dangerous goods. IMDG (Marine Transport) Not regulated as dangerous goods.
15. Regulatory Information
Canadian federal regulations
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS contains all the information required by the Controlled Products Regulations.
Canada NPRI VOCs with Additional Reporting Requirements: Mass reporting threshold/Identification Number Mineral Oil (CAS 8042-47-5) 1 tonnes Canada WHMIS Ingredient Disclosure: Threshold limits Mineral Oil (CAS 8042-47-5) 1% Exempt - Notified cosmetic under the Food & Drugs Act WHMIS Classification Inventory status Country(s) or region Canada
Inventory Name Domestic Substances List (DSL)
Canada
Non-Domestic Substances List (NDSL)
On Inventory (Yes/No)* No No
*A "Yes" indicates that all components of this product comply with the inventory requirements administered by the governing country(s)
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16. Other Information
Issue date
This product should only be used as directed on the label and for the purpose intended. To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above named supplier nor any of its subsidiaries assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein. Final determination of 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. VEET® NATURAL INSPIRATIONS™ Wax Strips - Sensitive Formula with Aloe Vera - Finishing Wipes - 0331214v2.0 23-January-2014
Effective date
15-January-2014
Expiry Date
15-January-2017
Prepared by
Reckitt Benckiser Regulatory Department Phone: 800-333-3899
Other information
For an updated MSDS, please contact the supplier/manufacturer listed on the first page of the document.
Disclaimer
Further information
This MSDS conforms to the ANSI Z400.1/Z129.1-2010 Standard.
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