ESD Cleaner – “Orcas”

ESD Cleaner - Orcas Mat and Bench Top Cleaner, Cleans surfaces without compromising surface static dissipation. Non-abrasive, chloride and amino free formulation penetrates and lifts light greases, oils, fingerprints and flux residues from surfaces Protects against the deterioration of the static dissipative properties on ESD surfaces. It is an excellent choice for ESD cleaning programs. It is 0% HCFC, 0% CFC, 0% HFC, 5% VOC, 0.00 ODP.

Method of use:
1. Dilute 0,2 litres ESD-Floor-Cleaner to 10 litres of tap water.
2. Use the solution either for manual or mechanical floor cleaning.
3. It is recommended to clean floors with ESD-Floor-Cleaner once a week.
4. Use undiluted for heave duty cleaning.
Mixing ratio: app. 1:50 (ESD-Floor-Cleaner / water)
Shelf life: app. 2 years in closed cans          

Upekkha has noticed that many companies do not have a systematic program for cleaning their ESD mats. This quickly can become a gaping hole into which you can throw your otherwise excellent ESD control program.

In testing, Upekkha has found most new mats, if they are never cleaned, have lost their ability to dissipate ESD charges after about six weeks of intensive use. The industry defines nonconductive as any surface having a surface resistance measurement greater than 109 megaohms.

Never Use Ammonia, Alcohol or Caustics As Solvents for Cleaning Static Mats

Interesting, mats which are cleaned with the wrong type of chemical will lose their ability to dissipate ESD charges even sooner, if not instantly, regardless of use. There are three chemicals which must NEVER be used on ESD mats: alcohols, ammonia, and caustic detergents. These chemicals will dry out the surface of the mat, causing them to become brittle and insulators.

To completely eliminate this problem, Upekkha recommends establishing a program where workers clean their mats at the beginning of every shift. It only takes thirty seconds, but can help prevent ESD damage. Upekkha finds that when the Orcas ESD Cleaner is used on a daily basis, surface resistance measurements will remain between 106 and 109 megaohms, where it should be.

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product Name: Orcas ESD Mat Cleaner.
Chemical Family: A blended compound of cleaning agents.
Packaged By: Upekkha Sdn. Bhd.
No. 15, Lorong Markisa 12A, Taman Markisah, Bukit Minyak, 14100 Penang, Malaysia.
Emergency Telephone: +6045088808

2. Composition/Information on Ingredients
Material
Chemical Name Wt.%Range TLV Units
Isopropanol 1.0-5.0 400 ppm
CAS# 67-63-0
Tetrasodium Ethylenediaminetetraacetate <1.0 None Assigned
CAS# 1310-73-2
Sodium Hydroxide <2.0 None Assigned
CAS# 1310-73-2
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl) <5.0 None Assigned
CAS# 9016-45-9
Dodecylbenzene Sulfonic Acid 10.0-15.0 None Assigned
CAS# 27176-87-0
Quaternary Ammonium Compounds <5.0 None Assigned
CAS# 68071-95-4
Diethanol Amide of Coconut Fatty Acid <5.0 None Assigned
All components of this material are listed on the TSCA inventory.

3. Hazard Identification
Emergency Overview: Not Flammable. Colorless liquid with a mild odor. Liquid will irritate eyes on exposure. Keep away from children.
Potential Health Effects:
Eyes: Mild irritant. Persons wearing contact lenses should wear chemical protective safety glasses when exposed to this product.
Skin: For prolonged repeated contact: dry/chapped skin.
Ingestion: Can cause nausea, stomach cramps, vomiting, and diarrhea.
Inhalation: No observable effects of overexposure.

4. First Aid Measures
Eyes: Immediately flush with water. Remove any contact lenses and continue flushing for 15 minutes, lifting eyelids occasionally until no evidence of the chemical remains. If irritation develops or persists call a physician.
Skin: Wash promptly with soap and water. Remove and wash contaminated clothing and shoes before reuse.
Ingestion: If conscious, immediately give 2-4 glasses of water. Do not induce vomiting. Do not give stimulants. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Call a physician.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Keep person calm. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Call a physician.
Note to Attending Physician: There is no specific antidote to overexposure. Treatment of overexposure should be directed at the control of symptoms and the clinical condition of the patient. Immediate medical attention for acute overexposure is required.

5. Firefighting Measures
Flash Point: Not Flammable TCC
Flammable Limits in Air: Not Determined
Extinguishing Media:  Not Flammable.
Special Firefighting Procedures: Evacuate personnel. Wear self contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full protective equipment.
Keep containers cool. Containers are not pressurized with propellant, however, excessive heating may generate pressure within a closed container causing violent bursting and dangerous propelling of container.

6. Accidental Release Measures
Spill or Leak: Evacuate area, absorb spilled liquid with commercial, nonflammable absorbent i.e. sand, vermiculite. Remove unprotected personnel. Protected personnel should remove ignition sources and shut off fire sources. Provide ventilation. Shovel (spark proof) absorbent material into drums and close. Do not flush to sewer.

7. Handling and Storage
Avoid breathing vapors or mist. Use only with adequate ventilation.
Avoid repeated or prolonged contact with eyes, skin or clothing.
Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not store in direct sunlight.
Store in cool dry place,  away from heat.

8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Eye Protection: Use chemical protective safety glasses.
Protective Clothing: Where there is potential for skin contact, use
appropriate impervious gloves, apron, pants and jacket.
Exposure Guidelines: Applicable Exposure Limits.
Isopropanol:
PEL (OSHA) 400 ppm TWA
TLV (ACGIH) 400 ppm TWA
NFPA, NPCA-HIMIS RATING:
Health 0
Flammability 1
Reactivity 0
Personal Protection rating to be supplied by user depending on use conditions;
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical Form: Clear blue liquid
Odor: Mild
Boiling Point: 100o C / 212o F
pH: 7.2
Solubility in Water: Complete
Specific Gravity: .9 @ 15o C / 60o F
% Volatile by Weight: >70
Vapor Pressure: Not determined
Density: 1.03
STATMAT ESD MAT CLEANER
#MCC-MAT (spray); #MCC-MATG (gallon);
#MCC-MATP (5 gallon); #MCC-MATD (55 gallon)
Preparation Date: 02/02/07

Upekkha Sdn. Bhd.
No. 15, Lorong Markisa 12A, Taman Markisah, Bukit Minyak, 14100 Penang, Malaysia.
E-mail: info@upekkha.com.my
Phone: +6045088808
www.upekkha.com.my
Upekkha MSDS: Orcas ESD Mat Cleaner

10. Reactivity
Chemical Stability: Material is stable.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Incompatibilities: Avoid strong oxidizers.
Decomposition Products: Burning may produce carbon monoxide And / or carbon dioxide.

11. Toxicological Information
Carcinogenicity: None of the components present in ESD Mat Cleaner are listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA or ACGIH as a carcinogen.

12. Ecological Information
None available.

13. Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal: Treatment, storage, transportation, and disposal must be in accordance with applicable Federal, State / Provincial and Local regulations.

14. Transportation Information
Transport for ESD Mat Cleaner:
Ground Transport: Liquid Cleaning Compound N.O.S. Not Hazardous, Not Regulated
Air Transport: Liquid Cleaning Compound N.O.S. Not Hazardous, Not Regulated

15. Regulatory Information
Section 313 Supplier Information: This material contains the following toxic chemicals subject to the emergency reporting requirements of
Section 313 of the Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know Act of 1986 and 40 CFR 372: CAS# Chemical Name % by Weight None

This information must be included in all MSDSs that are copied and
distributed for this material.

Title III Hazard Communications Sections 311, 312
Acute Yes
Chronic No
Fire No
Reactivity No

16. Other Information
For additional information, contact Tech Support at Upekkha:
Telephone +6045088808 or email: info@upekkha.com.my

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