Evafresh Laundry Soap

Prepared in line with the UN Globally Harmonized System (GHS) 16-section format.

1. Section 1. Identification

   Product name

   Evafresh Laundry Soap

   Product code

   laundry-soap

   Pack sizes

   500ml pump, 4.5L, 25L

   Supplier

   Evaclear Trading Enterprise, Plot 18 Antwi Agyei Avenue, Boko, Kumasi, Ashanti Region, Ghana (GPS AH-1120-2270)

   Telephone

   +233 54 349 6952 · WhatsApp +233 25 611 6151

   Email

   info.evacleargh@gmail.com

   Emergency

   Dial 112 (Ghana national emergency number) or go to the nearest hospital. Evaclear advice line: +233 25 611 6151 (Mon–Sat, 8:00am – 6:00pm).

   Product type

   Liquid laundry detergent

   Recommended use

   Washing clothes and household textiles by hand or machine.

   Uses advised against

   Wool, silk and delicate fabrics; Leather; Dishes or body washing.

2. Section 2. Hazard identification

   Classification (GHS)

   Skin irritation, Category 2; Serious eye damage, Category 1; Hazardous to the aquatic environment, chronic Category 3

   Other hazards

   Spilled product makes floors slippery.

   Label elements

   Signal word

   Danger

   Hazards

   • H315 — Causes skin irritation.
   • H318 — Causes serious eye damage.
   • H412 — Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
   • EUH208 — Contains fragrance ingredients. May produce an allergic reaction in sensitive people.

   Precautions

   • P101 — If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand.
   • P102 — Keep out of reach of children.
   • P280 — Wear protective gloves and eye protection.
   • P305+P351+P338 — IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
   • P310 — Immediately call a doctor or go to the nearest hospital.
   • P302+P352 — IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water.
   • P332+P313 — If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
   • P273 — Avoid release to the environment.
   • P501 — Dispose of contents and container in line with local regulations.

3. Section 3. Composition / information on ingredients

   Chemical nature

   Mixture. Water-based thickened solution. Concentrations of hazardous ingredients are given as ranges.

   Sodium dodecylbenzenesulfonate / dodecylbenzenesulfonic acid

   3 – <5% · CAS 27176-87-0 · Acute Tox. 4 (H302), Skin Irrit. 2 (H315), Eye Dam. 1 (H318), Aquatic Chronic 3 (H412)

   Sodium laureth sulfate

   3 – <5% · CAS 68891-38-3 · Skin Irrit. 2 (H315), Eye Dam. 1 (H318), Aquatic Chronic 3 (H412)

   Sodium lauryl sulfate

   1 – <3% · CAS 151-21-3 · Acute Tox. 4 (H302, H332), Skin Irrit. 2 (H315), Eye Dam. 1 (H318), Aquatic Chronic 3 (H412)

   Sodium carbonate

   1 – <3% · CAS 497-19-8 · Eye Irrit. 2 (H319)

   Cocamide DEA

   1 – <3% · CAS 68603-42-9 · Skin Irrit. 2 (H315), Eye Dam. 1 (H318), Aquatic Chronic 2 (H411)

   Sodium hydroxide

   <1% · CAS 1310-73-2 · Met. Corr. 1 (H290), Skin Corr. 1A (H314)

   Other ingredients

   Water and ingredients that are not classified as hazardous, or present below reporting limits. Full ingredient list: see the product information sheet.

4. Section 4. First-aid measures

   Eyes

   Rinse immediately with clean running water for at least 15 minutes, holding the eyelids open. Remove contact lenses if easy to do. Get medical help straight away.

   Skin

   Wash with plenty of water. If irritation or a rash develops, get medical advice.

   Swallowed

   Rinse the mouth with water and give a glass of water to drink. Do NOT make the person vomit (foam can enter the lungs). Get medical advice and show the label.

   Breathed in

   Not expected to be a hazard in normal use. If discomfort occurs, move to fresh air.

   Most important symptoms

   Eye pain, redness and possible lasting eye damage if not rinsed quickly; skin dryness or redness.

   Note to doctor

   Treat symptomatically. Contains surfactants (foaming agents).

5. Section 5. Fire-fighting measures

   Suitable extinguishing media

   Use what suits the surrounding fire. The product itself does not burn.

   Specific hazards

   In a fire, may give off carbon oxides and other irritating fumes.

   Advice for fire-fighters

   Wear breathing apparatus and protective clothing. Cool closed containers with water spray.

6. Section 6. Accidental release measures

   Step 1

   Keep children and pets away. Wear gloves.

   Step 2

   Mop up or absorb with cloths, sand or sawdust, then rinse the area with water.

   Step 3

   Spilled product is very slippery — clean up straight away.

   Environment

   Prevent large amounts from entering drains, rivers or soil.

7. Section 7. Handling and storage

   Safe handling

   Read the label before use and follow the directions. Keep the cap tightly closed when not in use. Do not mix with other cleaning products. Wash hands after use. Never transfer into drinks bottles or unlabelled containers.

   Storage

   Store in the original, closed container, upright, in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight (below 35 °C). Keep out of reach of children and pets, away from food and drink. Protect from freezing and do not store in hot vehicles.

   Incompatible materials

   Strong oxidisers (e.g. bleach) and strong acids.

   Shelf life

   Best used within 12 months of purchase when stored as directed.

8. Section 8. Exposure controls / personal protection

   Exposure limits

   No exposure limits for the product. No ingredient with an exposure limit is released in significant amounts in normal use.

   Ventilation

   Normal room ventilation is enough.

   Personal protection

   Wear rubber gloves for long or repeated contact (e.g. washing up, hand laundry). Wear eye protection when pouring from 4.5 L and 25 L containers.

9. Section 9. Physical and chemical properties

   Appearance

   Thick liquid, blue or white depending on the fragrance

   Odour

   Saturday Night or Avon fragrance

   pH (as supplied)

   About 10 – 12 — alkaline (estimated from the formula)

   Flash point

   Not applicable — water-based, does not burn.

   Boiling point

   approx. 100 °C (water)

   Density

   approx. 1.0 – 1.1 g/ml at 20 °C (estimated)

   Solubility in water

   Fully miscible.

   Viscosity

   Thick (gel-like) liquid

10. Section 10. Stability and reactivity

    Stability

    Stable under normal storage conditions.

    Dangerous reactions

    None known in normal use.

    Conditions to avoid

    Heat, direct sunlight, freezing.

    Hazardous decomposition

    None in normal use. Carbon oxides in a fire.

11. Section 11. Toxicological information

    Basis

    Calculated from the ingredients (GHS calculation method). The product as a whole has not been tested.

    Swallowing

    Low acute toxicity expected. May cause stomach upset, nausea and vomiting; foam can be breathed into the lungs.

    Skin

    Causes skin irritation.

    Eyes

    Causes serious eye damage.

    Sensitisation

    Not classified. Contains fragrance; sensitive people may react.

    Long-term effects

    No long-term effects expected from normal use.

    Inhalation

    Not expected to be harmful in normal use.

12. Section 12. Ecological information

    Aquatic toxicity

    Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

    Biodegradability

    The surfactants used are reported by their manufacturers as readily biodegradable.

    Advice

    Do not release large amounts into rivers, gutters or soil.

13. Section 13. Disposal considerations

    Advice 1

    Small household amounts: rinse away down the drain with plenty of water.

    Advice 2

    Large amounts or spills: do not pour into rivers, gutters or soil. Contact Evaclear or a licensed waste company for advice.

    Advice 3

    Empty containers: rinse with water and recycle, or bring your empty 4.5 L and 25 L gallons back to Evaclear for a refill discount.

14. Section 14. Transport information

    Dangerous goods

    Not regulated as dangerous goods for road, sea or air transport.

    Note

    Keep containers upright and closed.

15. Section 15. Regulatory information

    Classification system

    Classified according to the UN Globally Harmonized System (GHS) using the calculation method.

    Ghana

    Regulated under the Public Health Act, 2012 (Act 851). Household chemical product. The Ghana FDA registration number, when issued, is printed on the product label.

    Label elements

    See section 2.

16. Section 16. Other information

    Hazard statements in full

    H290 — May be corrosive to metals. H302 — Harmful if swallowed. H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H315 — Causes skin irritation. H318 — Causes serious eye damage. H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. H332 — Harmful if inhaled. H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. H412 — Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects. EUH208 — Contains fragrance ingredients. May produce an allergic reaction in sensitive people.

    Abbreviations

    GHS: Globally Harmonized System; CAS: Chemical Abstracts Service number; ACGIH TLV: workplace exposure guideline; Acute Tox.: acute toxicity; Skin Corr./Irrit.: skin corrosion/irritation; Eye Dam./Irrit.: eye damage/irritation; STOT SE/RE: target organ toxicity (single/repeated exposure); Muta.: germ cell mutagenicity; Asp. Tox.: aspiration hazard; Met. Corr.: corrosive to metals.

    Disclaimer

    This information is based on our formulation data and current knowledge on the date shown. It describes the product for health, safety and environmental purposes and is not a product specification. Values marked "estimated" or "approx." are not measured.