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CHEMICAL SDS Sheets: Health Technologies Degreaser

Staff reference for handling, storing, and responding to spills of our heavy duty cage and kennel degreaser.

At a Glance

GHS signal word: Warning. This is our Heavy Duty Cage & Kennel Degreaser/Deodorizer, the third most-used chemical at both campuses. Its hazard statements are "Causes mild skin irritation" and "Causes serious eye irritation." Wear gloves for prolonged contact and safety glasses when splashing is likely, and never mix it with bleach or other chemicals.

What This Product Is

Health Technology, of Riverside, California, makes the Heavy Duty Cage & Kennel Degreaser/Deodorizer (product 1626HT) specifically to degrease and deodorize cages and kennels. It is not intended to be used without prior dilution if the product label specifies dilution. Its listed hazardous ingredients are Alcohols, Ethoxylated (1 to 10 percent), D-Limonene (1 to 10 percent), and 1-Amino-2-propanol (1 to 5 percent). The manufacturer's emergency contact is (800) 255-3924 in the USA or (813) 248-0585 internationally, both through Chemtel's 24-hour line.

Hazard Identification

Two classifications appear on the sheet, Serious Eye Irritation Category 2A and Skin Irritation Category 3, and the sheet's signal word is Warning. The hazard statement reads: "Causes mild skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation." Precautionary language: "KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. Read label before use. Wash hands thoroughly after handling."

First Aid Measures

Straight from the SDS response phrases:

  • Skin: "Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Rinse skin with water. If skin irritation persists: Get medical attention."
  • Eyes: Flush eyes with water for 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses if any. "Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical attention."
  • Inhaled: "Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If problem persists, call a Poison Center or get medical attention."
  • Swallowed: "Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Get medical attention immediately."

Section 4 adds that contact with the concentrate may irritate sensitive skin, and that if it is spilt over a large area of skin, the affected clothing should be removed and the skin rinsed immediately with water, then washed thoroughly with soap and water. For ingestion, the sheet also directs drinking a glass of water to dilute the product before getting medical attention.

Handling and Storage

Avoid skin and eye contact, inhalation, and ingestion, and wash hands thoroughly after use. Store in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight and away from any source of heat or ignition. Do not mix it with other chemicals, keep the lid on when it is sitting unused, and check the container regularly for leaks. The sheet lists it as slightly reactive or incompatible with oxidizers such as bleach, strong acids such as hydrochloric acid, and reactive metals such as aluminum.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Use protective glasses or safety goggles if splashing or spray-back is likely, and protective gloves if it will be used for prolonged periods or by anyone with sensitive skin. Use an apron if splashing or spray-back is likely, and work in a well-ventilated area or under local exhaust ventilation when cleaning small spaces. Wash hands after handling and before smoking, eating, drinking, or using the toilet, and wash contaminated clothing or protective equipment before storage and reuse.

Spill Response

Keep the area clear of personnel until it has been properly cleaned. The product is slippery when spilt, so clean it up immediately and shut off the source of the leak if it is safe to do so, wearing appropriate protective equipment to prevent skin, eye, and clothing contamination, with sufficient ventilation. If sewers or waterways become contaminated, advise local emergency services. Contain the spill with an absorbent such as soil, sand, or another inert material, or with a spill kit, to prevent it from reaching sewers or waterways. A neutralization agent is not recommended indoors, since it may release toxic vapors. Dispose of used absorbents according to local, state, and federal regulations.

Physical and Chemical Properties

Color and scent give this one away fast: orange, citrus. Its pH sits high, between 9.5 and 10.5, with a specific gravity of 1.02. Boiling point clears 212°F and flash point clears 200°F, it dissolves completely in water, and VOC content stays under 55 g/L. Under normal storage and use, this product is not expected to react hazardously or break down into hazardous byproducts, though excess heat and light are still worth avoiding.

Where We Use It

Ranked third for how often it comes off the shelf, this degreaser and deodorizer cuts through grease and buildup on cages and kennels before each space is deodorized and reset for the next dog. The SDS notes label-directed dilution; staff confirm the correct mix before applying.

Download the Official SDS

Download the official SDS (PDF)

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