MSDS - Alcaclean HD

MARINE CHEMICALS & EQUIPMENT DIVISION CARGO HOLD CLEANING
ALCACLEAN H.D. TM
DESCRIPTION Appearance / Color : Clear, colorless liquid

Odor : Odorless
ALCACLEAN H.D. is a high quality product classi-
fied as a general cleaner/remover of vegetable oil, Specific gravity : 1.22 gr/cm3 at 15°C
animal oil, fat, fuel oil, lube oil and coal residues pH : 13
from cargo and storage tanks as well as to other Flash Point : None
systems. Furthermore, it removes different type of
coal cargo residues from the cargo holds and car- PACKAGING
bonaceous deposits, resulting from car exhausts Order Number : 833003 (30 ltrs),
that can exist in a ship’s garage area, roof walls and
832103 (210 ltrs)
hull sides. This powerful concentrated formula pro-
vides immediate and efficient results whilst also Container : Plastic jerrican,
acting as an odor eliminator. Its use on Aluminum, Plastic drum
Zinc and Tin surface coatings is prohibited unless
further dilution with water has been conducted. APPLICATION AND USE
ADVANTAGES AND CHARACTERISTICS A. Dosing Procedure

Rock and Roll method: Add 15–20 litres of ALCACLEAN
• A non–flammable liquid mixture. H.D. for every ton of fresh or sea water when the
• Effectively dissolves all fat, vegetable and ani- tank is filled to 30% of its capacity.
mal oil, dry or not.
• It removes coal cargo residues from the cargo Circulation method: A solution of 5–10% must be
holds. prepared by diluting ALCACLEAN H.D. with fresh or
• Efficiently removes coal deposits. sea water.
• Can be used as a general purpose cleaner to Injection method: Prepare a solution of 5–10% by
remove oil and grease deposits. diluting ALCACLEAN H.D. with fresh or sea water.
• An odor binder and eliminator. B. Cleaning Procedure
• Can be combined with a specific range of products.
Rock and Roll method: After you have filled the tank
• Soluble in fresh and sea water.
with water (fresh or sea) to 30% of its capacity and
• Acts as an acid–neutralizing agent.
added the required amount of ALCACLEAN H.D., let
• Cost effective, easy to apply and use.
it stand for approximately 24 hours. Then fill with
According to MARPOL 73/78 chemical tankers
more water to 90% of the tank’s capacity level.
are only permitted to use tank cleaning agents,
This way the tank will be cleaned by natural agita-
which had been approved and evaluated by the
tion due to wave motion. Leave for a few days, then
International Maritime Organisation (IMO).
drain the tank completely and rinse off by ballast-
ALCACLEAN H.D. was evaluated in accordance with ing–deballasting the tank 2–3 times with water.
MEPC.1/Circ. 590 through IMO’s Working Group
Circulation method: After the solution is prepared,
on the Evaluation of Safety and Pollution Hazards
apply by circulating for approximately 6–8 hours.
of Chemicals (ESPH Working Group) and found
Thereon, wash thoroughly with water.
to meet the requirements of regulation 13.5.2 of
Annex II of MARPOL 73/78. Injection method: When the prescribed solution is
prepared, inject directly to the contaminated area.
Afterwards, rinse thoroughly with water.
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
ALCACLEAN H.D. is a water solvent alkaline concen- IMPORTANT INFORMATION
trated liquid solution, consisting of specific salts,
detergents and wetting agents. ALCACLEAN H.D. is considered to be a highly caustic
product. Operators must always consult the Safety
and Handling instructions table before using this
product.
MARICHEM® Section C, Part 2

CARGO HOLD CLEANING MARINE CHEMICALS & EQUIPMENT DIVISION
SAFETY AND HANDLING

HANDLING Handle with care. Store in a dry, cool and well ventilated environment.
SAFETY IMMEDIATE ACTIONS
Avoid Eye contact. Otherwise, flush with plenty of water for a few minutes.
Eye Contact
Seek medical attention.
Avoid Skin contact. Otherwise, wash contaminated area thoroughly with water.
Skin Contact
Seek medical attention.
Do not breathe gas/vapors. Otherwise, seek fresh air source at once. Seek medical attention.
Inhalation In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment.
Avoid ingestion. Otherwise, consume a considerable quantity of water.
If Swallowed
Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention.
GENERAL Avoid spillage, splashing and mishandling. Precautionary measures for body protection are strongly
INSTRUCTIONS recommended before use.
Read the Material Safety Data Sheet before using this product.
For detailed information on safety and health, please refer to Material Safety Data Sheet and/or Product Label.
MARICHEM MARIGASES Worldwide Services or any subsidiary or associated companies warranties of merchantability and competence, if any, along
with any expressed warranties concerning this merchandise, shall not be actionable or pertinent or effective if the good is used contrarily or differently
to the directions herein and in no other way due to impending hazards from inappropriate use of the good explained herein. Merchandise might vary
insubstantially depending on country of origin. The information provided concerning merchandise is exclusively presented to the customer.
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MARINE CHEMICALS & EQUIPMENT DIVISION CARGO HOLD CLEANING

DESCRIPTION Appearance / Color : Clear, colorless liquid

ADVANTAGES AND CHARACTERISTICS A. Dosing Procedure

MARICHEM® Section C, Part 2

SAFETY AND HANDLING

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