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                  Terg-A-Zyme® Material Safety Data Sheet
                  Alconox, Inc.
                  30 Glenn Street, Suite 309
                  White Plains, NY 10603 
                  24 Hour Emergency Number - Chem-Tel (800) 255-3924 
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                  I. Identification
                        Product Name (shown on label):TERG-A-ZYME
                        CAS Registry Number:Not Applicable
                        Effective Date:January 1, 2001
                        Chemical Family:Anionic Enzymatic Powdered Detergent
                        Mfr. Catalog #s for Sizes:1304, 1325, 1350, 1301, 1303

                  II. Hazardous Ingredients/Identity Information
                  There are no hazardous ingredients in TERG-A-ZYME ® as defined 
                  by the OSHA Standard and Hazardous Substance List 29 CFR 1910 
                  Subpart Z.National Fire Protection
                        Association 704 Labeling:

                        NJTSRN: 1300

                  III. Physical/Chemical Characteristics
                        Boiling Point (F):Not Applicable
                        Vapor Pressure (mm Hg):Not Applicable
                        Vapor Density (AIR=1):Not Applicable
                        Specific Gravity (Water=1):Not Applicable
                        Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate=1):Not Applicable
                        Melting Point:Not Applicable
                        Solubility in Water:Appreciable-Soluble to 10% at 
                        ambient conditions
                        Appearance:White powder interspersed with cream colored 
                        flakes and brown specs. Odorless.
                        pH:9.5 (1%)

                  IV. Fire and Explosion Data
                        Flash Point (Method Used):None
                        Flammable Limits:LEL: No Data
                        UEL: No Data
                        Extinguishing Media:Water, dry chemical, CO2, foam, 
                        sand/earth
                        Special Fire fighting Procedures:Self-contained positive 
                        pressure breathing apparatus and protective clothing 
                        should be worn when fighting fires involving chemicals.
                        Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards:None

                  V. Reactivity Data
                        Stability:Stable
                        Hazardous Polymerization:Will not occur.
                        Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid):Avoid Strong Acids
                        Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts:May release CO2 on 
                        burning

                  VI. Health Hazard Data
                        Route(s) of Entry:Inhalation? Yes
                        Skin? No
                        Ingestion? Yes 
                        Health Hazards (Acute and Chronic):Inhalation of powder 
                        may prove locally irritating to mucous membranes. 
                        Ingestion may cause discomfort and/or diarrhea. Eye 
                        contact may prove irritating. 
                        Carcinogenicity:NTP? No
                        IARC Monographs? No
                        OSHA Regulated? No 
                        Signs and Symptoms of Exposure:Exposure may irritate 
                        mucous membranes. May cause sneezing.
                        Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure:Not 
                        established. Unnecessary exposure to this product or any 
                        industrial chemical should be avoided. Respiratory 
                        conditions may be aggravated by powder. Personnel may 
                        need to be evaluated for enzyme/allergic responses.
                        Emergency and First Aid Procedures:Eyes: Immediately 
                        flush eyes with water for at least 15 minutes. Call a 
                        physician.
                        Skin: Flush with plenty of water.
                        Ingestion-Drink large quantities of water or milk. Do 
                        not induce vomiting. If vomiting occurs administer 
                        fluids. See a physician for discomfort. 

                  VII. Precautions for Safe Handling and Use
                        Steps to be Taken if Material is Released or 
                        Spilled:Material foams profusely. Recover as much as 
                        possible and flush remainder to sewer. Material is 
                        biodegradable.
                        Waste Disposal Method:Small quantities may be disposed 
                        of in sewer. Large quantities should be disposed of in 
                        accordance with local ordinances for detergent products.
                        Precautions to be Taken in Storing and Handling:Material 
                        should be stored in a dry area to prevent caking.
                        Other Precautions:Exposure may irritate mucous 
                        membranes. May cause sneezing.

                  VII. Control Measures
                        Respiratory Protection (Specify Type):Dust mask
                        Ventilation:Local Exhaust-Normal
                        Special-Not Required
                        Mechanical-Not Required
                        Other-Not Required
                        Protective Gloves:Impervious gloves are useful but not 
                        required.
                        Eye Protection:Goggles are recommended when handling 
                        solutions.
                        Other Protective Clothing or Equipment:Not required
                        Work/Hygienic Practices:No special practices required.

                  THE INFORMATION HEREIN IS GIVEN IN GOOD FAITH BUT NO WARRANTY 
                  IS EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED.





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