Environmental Initiative Report

 Product Evaluated:

Eco Ice Concentrate

12-8-2010
 

Presented to:
Doss Specialty Products
Springfield, Missouri

 Analysis and Interpretation Performed by:
Michael S. Tyndall
Master’s Degree in Chemistry, Missouri State University
Springfield, Missouri

Readily Biodegradable:

Eco-Ice Concentrate by Doss Specialty Products includes only surface active agents that have been tested by the manufacturer to be readily biodegradable.  All surfactants used in Eco-Ice readily biodegrade greater than 72% within 28 days based on the standard tests: EPA OTS 796.3100. OECD 301A, OECD 301B, and OECD 302B.  The surfactants contained in Eco-Ice Concentrate also comply with the biodegradability criteria as laid down in Regulation (EC) No.648/2004 (consolidated 6/27/2009).

The surface active agents of Eco-Ice Concentrate are not physically modified in any way during manufacture and are expected to maintain their biodegradability properties in their mixed form.

Acute Toxicity

Sufficient acute toxicity data exists for each of the product’s ingredients.  Using the weighted average specified by Green Seal, Eco Ice Concentrate’s Acute Toxicity value, undiluted, is 5429 mg/kg.

Skin and Eye Irritation

The pH of Eco Ice Concentrate exceeds the 11.5; however, existing studies of the corrosive-producing component of Eco-Ice Concentrate has been proven and tested otherwise as non-corrosive to skin and eyes at concentrations levels used in the product.  Direct testing of Eco-Ice Concentrate is not required for any ingredient where sufficient data already exists.

Skin corrosion studies by Clairol Corporation on hair coloring products showed only mild and temporary skin irritation with products containing similar pH and alkalinity of Eco-Ice Concentrate[1].

Corneal tests on rabbits by the Henkel Corporation with a solution pH and alkalinity similar to Eco-Ice Concentrate resulted in only irritation of the eye and was not deemed corrosive.  A product with an alkalinity double to that of Eco-Ice Concentrate produced a corrosive result.[2]

Eco-Ice Concentrate is deemed non-corrosive.

Carcinogens, Mutagens, and Reproductive Toxins

Eco Ice Concentrate does not contain any ingredients or components that are carcinogens, mutagens, or reproductive toxins.  Eco Ice Concentrate does not contain any ingredients listed in California Rule Proposition 65.

Ingredients that Cause Asthma

Because of Eco Ice Concentrate’s liquid nature, it is not expected to cause asthma.  In addition, there are no ingredients in Eco Ice Concentrate that has been identified as an asthmagen.

Skin Sensitation

Eco Ice Concentrate contains alkaline agents in appreciable quantity.  Sufficient data exists showing Eco Ice Concentrate is not a skin sensitizer by LLNA testing.[3]

Skin Absorption

No ingredients in Eco Ice Concentrate carry a skin notation on the TLV list nor are they listed on the ACGIH target organ list.

Prohibited Ingredients

Eco Ice Concentrate does not contain any heavy metals, 2-butoxyethanol, alkylphenol ethoxylates (nonyl phenol included), or phtalates.

Ozone Depleting Compounds

Eco Ice Concentrate, in undiluted form, does not contain any ozone producing compounds.

Volatile Organic Compound Content (VOC)

Eco Ice Concentrate does not contain any VOC’s in undiluted or diluted form.

Inhalation Toxicity

Eco Ice Concentrate does not contain any ingredients with a vapor pressure above 1mm Hg (VOC).

Toxicity to Aquatic Life

Aquatic toxicity data already exists for ingredients of Eco Ice Concentrate.  The sum of its ingredients, as it is used, is expected to have an LC50 greater than 100 mg/L for fish.

Bioaccumulating Compounds

Eco Ice Concentrate’s ingredients have been tested as readily biodegrade and do not bioaccumulate.

Aquatic Biodegradability

Eco Ice Concentrate’s ingredients have all been tested as readily biodegradable with greater than 72% of each component removed within a 28 day window.

Eutrophication

Eco Ice Concentrate does not contain any phosphates and is expected to not contribute to eutrophication

Combustibility

Eco Ice Concentrate does not have a flash point; therefore, it is not combustible.

Fragrances

Eco Ice Concentrate does not contain any fragrances.

Optical Brighteners

Eco Ice Concentrate does not contain any optical brighteners.

Animal Testing

Eco Ice Concentrate has not been tested on animals.  Results from prior testing and/or peer reviewed studies have been relied upon.

Plastic Package

Eco Ice Concentrate is packaged in a recyclable and refillable high density polyethylene container.

Post Consumer Material

Eco Ice Concentrate’s primary package is plastic and is labeled according to the U.S. Department of Transportation requirements.

Concentrated Product Packaging

Eco Ice Concentrate is not packaged in a spray dispensing system or other ready to use system.

Closed Dispensing-Control System and Concentrate Packaging

The primary package for Eco Ice Concentrate is U.S. Department of Transportation approved for hazardous chemicals of Packing Groups II and III, even though Eco Ice Concentrate is not a hazardous material.

The dispensing system for Eco Ice Concentrate relies upon the backflow check system installed within the facility using the product and must be ASSE certified to satisfy the International Building Code.

Aerosol Cans

Eco Ice Concentrate is not packaged in aerosol cans.

Heavy Metal Restrictions

Eco Ice Concentrate is manufactured with water purified by activated charcoal to remove any heavy metals that may be introduced into the product unintentionally through the municipal water system.  The water used for manufacturing is further purified by reverse osmosis filtration with a final total dissolved concentration of 1ppm.  No heavy metals are introduced intentionally into Eco Ice Concentrate.

Other Restrictions

Eco Ice Concentrate is not packaged in phthalate or chlorinated packaging material.

Eco-Ice Concentrate is not regulated by the Department of Transportation nor is it considered a hazardous substance by the Environmental Protection Agency.

Hazard Ratings:

                                HMIS III                                                                             NFPA

Health – 1                                                                         Health – 1

Fire – 0                                                                               Fire – 0

Physical Hazard – None                                                Reactivity – 0

Personal Protection – B

 

Michael S. Tyndall – Senior Chemist

 

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