TECHNICAL INFORMATION



Click on the links below for technical information on the products in the F10 range

F10®SC Veterinary Disinfectant

For further information please look at the website of the manufacturers, Health and Hygiene, in South Africa

A summary of the uses of each product is available here


F10®SC VETERINARY DISINFECTANT PRODUCTS:

F10®SC Veterinary Disinfectant (Reg No G 3070, Act 36/1947)
F10
®SCXD Veterinary Disinfectant/Cleanser (Reg No G 5073, Act 36/1947)
F10
® Wipes (Impregnated with F10 solution)

Developed and Manufactured by:
Health and Hygiene (Pty)Ltd
P.O.Box 347
Sunninghill
2157
South Africa


ALL PRODUCTS BASED UPON F10 CORE ACTIVES (see here for more information on F10 core actives)


Performance and speed of kill of F10®SC Veterinary Disinfectants

Micro- organism
Dilution
Contact Time
Gram Positive bacteria: e.g. Staphylococcus aureus
1:1000 water
2 minutes
Gram Negative bacteria: e.g. Pseudomonas aeruginosa
1:500 water
2 minutes
Fungi,Yeast, Moulds: e.g. Candida albicans
1:500 water
15 minutes
Fungal spores: e.g. Aspergillus niger
1:250 water
30 minutes
Virus: e.g. Newcastle Disease Virus
1:500 water
10 minutes
Rabies
1:500 water
30 minutes
Infectious Bursal Disease
1:250 water
20 minutes
Parvovirus
1:125 water
30 minutes
Bacterial spores: e.g. Bacillus subtilis spores
1:125 water
30 minutes

F10® Wipes Solution is effective against E. coli, S. aureus, Salmonella typhi, Candida albicans in less than 30 seconds

Testing standards

* South African Bureau of Standards
* South African Institute for Medical Research
* South African Vaccine Producers (Pty) Ltd
* University of Pretoria, Poultry Reference Laboratory
* Agricultural Research Council, Veterinary Institute, Onderstepoort
* Agricultural Research Council, Animal Improvement Institute, Irene
* Complies with AFNOR standards, as well as EN Standards for chemicals and antiseptics within the EU


Safety

F10®SC Veterinary disinfectant products are:

Non-toxic
* acute oral and dermal LD50 > 5000mg/Kg
* inhalation - non toxic

Non-irritating
* Proven in supervised independent field trials
* score of zero on intact and abraded skin when tested to SABS method 671

Free rinsing
* complies with (SABS 1593 6.11).

Water insoluble matter content
* 0,3g/litre (SABS 1593 6.12)

Biodegradable
* zero hazard rating to EU standards

Non-corrosive
* passed SABS 1615 after 30 days

Approvals

* SABS Approval Mark 636 and 639, for Efficacy and Quality Assurance
* SABS Mark 1828. Chemicals for use in the Food Industry approval to EU Standards
* SABS Standards Act 29/1993 Compulsory registration of disinfectants
* SA, National Department of Agriculture, Stock Remedies Act 36 for surfaces, equipment and air spaces
* UK, DEFRA for Diseases of Poultry Order and General Orders.
* NZ, MAF approved for food, beverage, farms, and factories.
* Australia, NRA, TGA, AQIS for surfaces, equipment and air spaces
* Uruguay, Min of Ag for surfaces, equipment and air spaces

Material Safety Data Sheet

Product identification
Trade Name:

* F10®SC Veterinary Disinfectant
* F10
®SCXD Veterinary Disinfectant/Cleanser
* F10
® Wipes

Product Use:
* Multi-purpose disinfectant and steriliser

Chemical type:
* Quaternary ammonium and biguanidine compounds (5,8%), non-toxic ampholytic surfactants and sequesterants

Suppliers identification
Name:
Health and Hygiene (Pty)Ltd
Address: P.O.Box 347, Sunninghill, 2157, South Africa
Telephone No: 011 474 1668
Fax No: 011 474 1670

Hazardous ingredients
Hazardous Ingredients: None

Percentage of weight: N/A

LD50 of Material: > 5000 mg/kg

Physical data

Physical State: Liquid

Appearance and Colour:
F10SC - colourless, slight natural odour
F10SCXD - green, pine fragrance

Evaporation Rate: As Water

Boiling Point: 110° C

Freezing point: -20° C

% Volatile (by weight): NIL

Solubility in water (20° C): Soluble

pH: 7 approximately

Specific gravity: 1.00 @ 20° C

Fire and explosion data
Flammability: Non-Flammable

If Yes, Under Which Conditions: None

Reactivity data

Chemical Stability: Stable

Incompatibility: If mixed with strong alkalis, may neutralise or reduce disinfectant qualities

Hazardous Decomposition Products: If burnt may produce irritating fumes

Toxocological properties

Exposure Route
Degree of Hazard
Skin Contact
Low: Concentrate may act as mild degreasant to sensitive skin
Eye Contact
Low: Will cause irritation but not serious damage
Inhalation Acute
Low: No significant hazard
Inhalation Chronic
Low: No significant hazard
Ingestion
Low: Substantial Ingestion may cause irritation to mouth, throat and digestive tract

Preventative measures
Personal Protective Equipment: Not required

Eye Protection: Avoid contact with eyes

Leak & Spill Procedure: Soak up onto inert material or may be flushed to drain with copious amounts of water

Handling Procedures: Ensure good industrial hygiene

Storage Requirements: Store between 0° - 30° C in dry conditions

First aid measures
Inhalation: Non-toxic: avoid long term inhalation of neat liquid. Remove to fresh air

Eye Contact: Rinse eyes with water. Seek medical advice if necessary

Skin Contact: Wash affected area with soap and water

Ingestion: DO NOT induce vomiting. Give milk, or water to drink. Seek medical advice where necessary.