1. Wear PVC gloves, goggles, overalls and safety boots. Wear a respirator if working in a
confined or poorly ventilated area.
2. Avoid spillages and do not allow gel to come in contact with the body or eyes. Avoid breathing
in the vapours.
3. If skin contact occurs, immediately flush body and/or clothes with water. Remove all
contaminated clothing.
4. Replace the lid on the container tightly after use, and store upright in a cool dry area away from
direct sunlight. Do not store or use below 5oC.
5. S-Weld Passivator has a recommended shelf life of twelve (12) months if stored as per above
conditions (item 4).
NB: S-Weld Passivator is presented in a 2.5kg security cap plastic container, and each pack
includes an acid resistant application brush.
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Boiling Point: N/A
Specific Gravity: 1.20
Water Solubility: Miscible
pH (as supplied): < 1.0
Appearance & Colour: Thick white translucent gel
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Caution: This product contains Nitric Acid and is corrosive and poisonous.
Wear appropriate chemical protective clothing, eye protection and breathing apparatus as
necessary.
Do not use S-Weld Passivator near open flames or cutting torches, since hazardous flammable gas
can be generated. Keep lid tightly closed when not in use, and out of reach of children or
unauthorised users.
If using in a poorly ventilated area, use a respirator.
If you require to neutralise the acidic waste residue; this can be done using S-Weld Neutraliser
neutralising solution. Add using S-Weld Neutraliser until the colour changes to a pale pink colour.
DANGER:
May be corrosive to metals. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
PRECAUTION
Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Keep only in original container.
FIRST AID
IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
STORAGE & DISPOSAL
Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations
