TEAK WONDER CLEANER

What is TEAK WONDER CLEANER and why choose it

TEAK WONDER CLEANER by Teak Wonder is a blue, liquid teak cleaner formulated specifically for use on leisure crafts. Classified as a corrosive, basic, inorganic mixture, it is designed for professional or informed users who need an effective teak cleaner and who can also comply with the safety and handling requirements defined in its Safety Data Sheet.

The product contains non-ionic surfactants (less than 5%) and disodium metasilicate and is highly alkaline (pH 13). It is suitable only for the recommended use "Teak cleaner - FOR LEISURE CRAFTS ONLY" and must not be used for other applications.

Main features

• Recommended use: Teak cleaner for leisure crafts only.
• Physical form: Blue liquid with characteristic odour.
• Chemical nature: Corrosive, basic, inorganic mixture containing disodium metasilicate and non-ionic surfactants (< 5%).
• High alkalinity: pH 13.
• Water solubility: Fully miscible in water (100% soluble).
• Density: 1.02 (at 20 °C).
• Viscosity: Kinematic viscosity ≤ 14 mm²/s at 40 °C.
• Non flammable: Classified as non-flammable; flash point not applicable under normal conditions of use.
• Hazard classification (CLP):
  • Met. Corr. 1: May be corrosive to metals (H290).
  • Skin Corr. 1A: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage (H314).
  • Eye Dam. 1: Causes serious eye damage.
• VOC content: 51 g/l (Directive 2004/42/EC).

Technical specifications

• Trade name: TEAK WONDER CLEANER
• Trade code: TWCL
• UFI: F550-A00H-U00V-CXYJ
• Appearance: Liquid
• Colour: Blue
• Odour: Characteristic
• Boiling point / range: 100 °C
• Flammability: Non flammable
• pH: 13
• Kinematic viscosity (40 °C): ≤ 14 mm²/s
• Solubility in water: 100%
• Relative density (20 °C): 1.02
• Classification under Regulation (EC) 1272/2008 (CLP):
  • Met. Corr. 1; H290 May be corrosive to metals.
  • Skin Corr. 1A; H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
  • Eye Dam. 1; H318 Causes serious eye damage.
• Hazardous components:
  • 1-methoxy-2-propanol; monopropylene glycol methyl ether (CAS 107-98-2): 3%–5%.
  • disodium metasilicate (CAS 6834-92-0): 3%–5%.
• Surfactants: Non-ionic surfactants < 5%.
• Preservatives: Tetrasodium ethylene diamine tetraacetate.

Applications and use cases

According to the Safety Data Sheet, TEAK WONDER CLEANER is recommended exclusively as a teak cleaner for leisure crafts. All other uses are advised against.

• Teak surfaces on leisure craft: Suitable for cleaning teak installed on boats and similar leisure vessels, when used in accordance with all safety instructions.
• Professional or informed users: Due to its corrosive classification (Skin Corr. 1A, Eye Dam. 1 and Met. Corr. 1), the product is intended for users who can ensure correct handling, personal protection and waste management.

Section 8 – Individual protection measures

Exposure controls and personal protection must follow the indications of Section 8 of the Safety Data Sheet.

Eye and face protection

• Use safety glasses with side protection compliant with EN 166.

Hand protection

• For prolonged or frequently repeated contact: use chemical protective gloves with protection class 6 (breakthrough time > 480 minutes according to EN 374). Recommended materials: Viton or nitrile, thickness 0.38 mm.
• For brief contact: use gloves with protection class 2 or higher (breakthrough time > 30 minutes according to EN 374). Recommended material: nitrile, thickness 0.12 mm.
• Replace gloves regularly and immediately if any damage or deterioration is observed.

Skin and body protection

• Wear suitable chemical protective clothing to prevent skin contact.

Respiratory protection

• If workplace concentrations exceed the applicable exposure limits, use suitable, certified respiratory protection equipment.

Engineering and environmental controls

• Provide adequate general and/or local exhaust ventilation to keep vapours and mists below occupational exposure limits.
• Do not allow the product to enter drains, watercourses or soil. Retain contaminated washing water and dispose of it according to local regulations.

Section 14 – Transport information

• UN number (ADR / IATA / IMDG): 3266
• UN proper shipping name: CORROSIVE LIQUID, BASIC, INORGANIC, N.O.S. (disodium metasilicate)
• Transport hazard class:
  • ADR: Class 8, Label 8
  • IATA: Class 8, Label 8
  • IMDG: Class 8
• Packing group: III (ADR, IATA, IMDG)
• Special provisions: TU42
• Environmental hazards: Marine pollutant: No; IMDG EMS code: F-A, S-B
• ADR transport category / tunnel restriction code: Category E
• IATA air transport codes: Passenger aircraft 852; Cargo aircraft 856
• Maritime transport in bulk according to IMO instruments: N.A.
• Limited quantities (ADR): LQ 5 l

FAQ

1. What is TEAK WONDER CLEANER used for?

   It is a teak cleaner intended exclusively for leisure crafts. All other uses are advised against.

2. What are the main hazards of this product?

   It is classified as corrosive to metals and as causing severe skin burns and serious eye damage (Met. Corr. 1, Skin Corr. 1A, Eye Dam. 1).

3. Is TEAK WONDER CLEANER flammable?

   According to the Safety Data Sheet, it is non flammable and has no applicable flash point under normal conditions.

4. Do I need personal protective equipment when using this cleaner?

   Yes. Use chemical protective gloves, suitable eye protection (safety glasses with side shields), and chemical protective clothing. If exposure limits may be exceeded, appropriate certified respiratory protection is also required.

5. Can this product come into contact with the skin or eyes?

   No. It causes severe skin burns and serious eye damage. Avoid any direct contact and follow the first aid instructions in case of accidental exposure.

6. How should TEAK WONDER CLEANER be stored?

   Store in adequately ventilated premises, locked up, away from food, drink and feed. Keep the container closed and observe that the packaging includes a child-resistant closure and tactile warnings as indicated in the Safety Data Sheet.

7. Is the product dangerous for the environment?

   It is not classified as hazardous for the environment, but releases to soil, drains or watercourses must be avoided and contaminated washing water must be retained and disposed of correctly.

8. What should I do in case of accidental spilling?

   Wear personal protective equipment, remove persons to safety, prevent the product from entering soil or drains, absorb with suitable materials (such as organic absorbent or sand) and wash the area with plenty of water, managing the waste according to local regulations.

9. How is TEAK WONDER CLEANER classified for transport?

   For ADR, IATA and IMDG it is classified under UN 3266, CORROSIVE LIQUID, BASIC, INORGANIC, N.O.S. (disodium metasilicate), Class 8, Packing Group III.

10. Can empty containers be reused?

    No. Empty containers must not be used before they have been properly cleaned. Contaminated residues and containers should be sent to authorised disposal plants or incineration, following local regulations.

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