Kärcher VehiclePro Klear!Shine RM 895 - Safety Data Sheet
Document Date: 2025-09-26 | Version: 3 | Revision Date: 2024-09-06
Section 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
1.1 Product identifier
Trade name: VehiclePro Klear!Shine RM 895
UFI: 2141-P0D2-700Y-Q47C
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
For professional use only.
Keep out of reach of children. ?
Use of the substance/mixture: Drying agent
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Manufacturer / Supplier:
Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG
Alfred-Kärcher-Str. 28-40
D-71364 Winnenden
Tel.: +49-7195-14-0
Kärcher AB
Tagenevägen 31
S - 42502 Hisings-Kärra
Tel.: +46-31-577-300
kundservice@karcher.se
Kärcher Oy
Ilvesvuorenkatu 12
FIN - 01900 Nurmijärvi
Tel.: +358 9 6899 7700
Internet: www.karcher.com
Contact person for further information:
Regulatory Affairs
Tel.: +49-7195-14-0
productsafety.management.de@karcher.com
1.4 Emergency telephone number:
Poison Information Centre
(+46) 10 456 6700
For incidents involving dangerous materials [or dangerous goods]: spill, leakage, fire, exposure or accident
Call CHEMTREC 24 hours a day
In USA and Canada: 1-800-424-9300
Outside USA and Canada: +1 703-741-5970 (receiver pays calls accepted)
Section 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008:
- Skin Irrit. 2 (H315: Causes skin irritation.)
- Eye Dam. 1 (H318: Causes serious eye damage.)
- Aquatic Chronic 3 (H412: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.)
2.2 Label elements
Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008. The product is classified and labelled according to the CLP regulation.
Hazard pictograms: [GHS05 pictogram: Corrosion] ⚠️
Signal word: Danger
Hazardous components for labelling:
- Aminosiloxane
- 1-propanaminium, 2-hydroxy-N-(2-hydroxypropyl)-N,N-dimethyl, diesters with vegetable oil fatty acids, methyl sulfates
- Acetic acid
Hazard statements:
- H315: Causes skin irritation.
- H318: Causes serious eye damage.
- H412: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements:
- P264: Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
- P280: Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection.
- P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- P310: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor.
- P362+P364: Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
- P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
2.3 Other hazards
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
- PBT (PBT = persistent, bioaccumulative, toxic): Not applicable.
- vPvB (vPvB = very persistent, very bioaccumulative): Not applicable.
Assessment of endocrine-disrupting properties: Not applicable.
Section 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.2 Mixtures
Description: Mixture consisting of the substances listed below with harmless additives.
| CAS | Substance Name | Concentration | Hazard Classification |
|---|---|---|---|
| 71750-79-3 | Aminosiloxane | 10-20% | Eye Dam. 1 (H318); Aquatic Chronic 2 (H411); Skin Irrit. 2 (H315) |
| 5131-66-8 | 3-butoxy-2-propanol | 10-20% | Skin Irrit. 2 (H315); Eye Irrit. 2 (H319) |
| 112-34-5 | 2-(2-butoxyethoxy)ethanol | ≥5-<10% | Eye Irrit. 2 (H319) |
| 1474044-71-7 | 1-propanaminium, 2-hydroxy-N-(2-hydroxypropyl)-N,N-dimethyl, diesters with vegetable oil fatty acids, methyl sulfates | ≥3-<5% | Eye Dam. 1 (H318); Skin Irrit. 2 (H315); Aquatic Chronic 3 (H412) |
| 64-19-7 | Acetic acid | 0.1-1% | Flam. Liq. 3 (H226); Skin Corr. 1A (H314) |
| 134737-05-6 | Diquaternary polydimethylsiloxane | ≥0.25-<1% | Aquatic Acute 1 (H400); Aquatic Chronic 2 (H411) |
| 556-67-2 | Octamethylcyclotetrasiloxane | ≥0.0025-<0.025% | Flam. Liq. 3 (H226); Repr. 2 (H361f); Aquatic Chronic 1 (H410 (M=10)); PBT; vPvB |
Further information: The wording of the indicated hazard statements and risk phrases can be found in Chapter 16.
Section 4: First aid measures
4.1 Description of first aid measures
- Inhalation: Move to fresh air, consult a doctor if symptoms occur.
- Skin contact: In general, the product does not irritate the skin.
- Eye contact: Keep eyelids apart and rinse carefully with a gentle stream of water for a long time.
- Ingestion: Rinse mouth and drink plenty of water. If symptoms persist, consult a doctor.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
No further relevant information is available.
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
No further relevant information is available.
Section 5: Firefighting measures
5.1 Suitable extinguishing media
CO2, extinguishing powder or water spray. Larger fires should be fought with water spray or alcohol-resistant foam.
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
No further relevant information is available.
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Special protective equipment: No special measures required.
Further information: Collect contaminated extinguishing water separately. It must not enter the sewage system.
Section 6: Accidental release measures
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
See section 6.4.
6.2 Environmental precautions:
Dilute with plenty of water. Do not let the product enter sewage systems/surface water/groundwater. Do not let the product penetrate into the soil/ground.
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up:
Absorb with liquid-binding material (sand, diatomaceous earth, acid binders, universal binders, sawdust). Ensure good ventilation.
6.4 Reference to other sections
Information on safe handling see section 7. Information on personal protective equipment see section 8. Information on waste disposal see section 13.
Section 7: Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Ensure good ventilation/exhaust at the workplace. Avoid formation of aerosol. Avoid contact with eyes and skin.
Information on fire and explosion protection: No special measures required.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage:
- Requirements for storage rooms and containers: No special requirements.
- Advice on safe storage: Store separately from foodstuffs and animal feed.
- Further information on storage conditions: Keep container tightly closed.
7.3 Specific end use(s)
No further relevant information is available.
Section 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.1 Control parameters
Substances with occupational exposure limit values to be monitored:
| Substance | OEL (SE) KTV | NGV (SE) | HTP (FI) NGV |
|---|---|---|---|
| 112-34-5 2-(2-butoxyethoxy)ethanol | 101 mg/m³, 15 ppm | 68 mg/m³, 10 ppm | 68 mg/m³, 10 ppm |
| 64-19-7 Acetic acid | 25 mg/m³, 10 ppm | 13 mg/m³, 5 ppm | 25 mg/m³, 10 ppm / 13 mg/m³, 5 ppm |
PNEC values:
- 1474044-71-7 1-propanaminium, 2-hydroxy-N-(2-hydroxypropyl)-N,N-dimethyl, diesters with vegetable oil fatty acids, methyl sulfates
- PNEC (STP): 10 mg/l (Assessment factor: 100)
- PNEC sediment (freshwater): 1.7 mg/kg
- PNEC sediment (marine water): 0.17 mg/kg
- PNEC aqua (freshwater): 0.017 mg/l (Assessment factor: 10)
- PNEC aqua (marine water): 0.002 mg/l (Assessment factor: 100)
Further information: AFS 2018:1 Occupational Exposure Limits.
8.2 Exposure controls
Individual protection measures, e.g. personal protective equipment
General protective and hygiene measures: Store separately from foodstuffs and animal feed. Take off contaminated clothing immediately. Wash hands before breaks and after work. Avoid contact with eyes and skin.
Respiratory protection: Not required with good room ventilation.
Hand protection: Protective gloves.
Hand protection material: Butyl rubber.
Hand protection material penetration time: The exact penetration time must be determined by the protective glove manufacturer and observed.
Eye protection/face protection: Tight-fitting safety goggles. ?
Section 9: Physical and chemical properties
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
General Information
- Physical state: Liquid
- Colour: Red
- Odour: Pine
- Odour threshold: Not determined.
- Melting point / melting range: -1 °C
- Boiling point or initial boiling point and boiling range: Not determined.
- Flammability: Not applicable.
- Lower and upper explosion limit: Not determined.
- Flash point: Not applicable.
- Auto-ignition temperature: Not applicable.
- Decomposition temperature: Not determined.
- pH-value at 20 °C: 4.2
- pH-value 1%: 6-8
- Viscosity:
- Kinematic viscosity: Not determined.
- dynamic at 20 °C: 14.8 mPas
- Solubility:
- Water: Completely miscible
- Partition coefficient n-octanol/water (log value): Not determined.
- Vapour pressure: Not determined.
- Density and/or relative density:
- Density at 20 °C: 0.9907 g/cm³
- Relative density: Not determined.
- Vapour density: Not determined.
- Relative vapour density: Not determined.
- Particle characteristics: Not applicable.
9.2 Other information
- Appearance: Liquid
- Form: Liquid
Important information on health and environmental protection and safety:
- Ignition temperature: The product is not self-igniting.
- Explosive properties: The product does not pose an explosion hazard.
- Change in state: Not determined.
- Evaporation rate: Not determined.
Information on classes of physical hazards:
- Explosive substances: Not applicable.
- Flammable gases: Not applicable.
- Aerosols: Not applicable.
- Oxidising gases: Not applicable.
- Gases under pressure: Not applicable.
- Flammable liquids: Not applicable.
- Flammable solids: Not applicable.
- Self-reactive substances and mixtures: Not applicable.
- Pyrophoric liquids: Not applicable.
- Pyrophoric solids: Not applicable.
- Self-heating substances and mixtures: Not applicable.
- Substances and mixtures which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases: Not applicable.
- Oxidising liquids: Not applicable.
- Oxidising solids: Not applicable.
- Organic peroxides: Not applicable.
- Corrosive to metals: Not applicable.
- Desensitised explosives: Not applicable.
Section 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity See 10.3
10.2 Chemical stability
Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided: No decomposition if used according to instructions.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions: No hazardous reactions known.
10.4 Conditions to avoid: No further relevant information is available.
10.5 Incompatible materials: No further relevant information is available.
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products: No hazardous decomposition products known.
Section 11: Toxicological information
11.1 Information on toxicological classes as defined in Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Acute toxicity: Classification criteria are not met based on available data.
Relevant LD/LC50 values:
| Substance | Route | Value | Species |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5131-66-8 3-butoxy-2-propanol | Oral LD50 | 3300 mg/kg | Rat |
| 112-34-5 2-(2-butoxyethoxy)ethanol | Oral LD50 | 2410 mg/kg | Mouse (OECD 401) |
| Dermal LD50 | 2764 mg/kg | Rabbit | |
| 64-19-7 Acetic acid | Oral LD50 | 3310 mg/kg | Rat |
| 134737-05-6 Diquaternary polydimethylsiloxane | Oral LD50 | >5000 mg/kg | Rat |
| 556-67-2 Octamethylcyclotetrasiloxane | Inhalative LC50/4 h | 36 mg/l | Rat |
Primary irritant effect:
- Corrosive/irritant to skin: Causes skin irritation.
- Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Causes serious eye damage.
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation: Classification criteria are not met based on available data.
- Germ cell mutagenicity: Classification criteria are not met based on available data.
- Carcinogenicity: Classification criteria are not met based on available data.
- Reproductive toxicity: Classification criteria are not met based on available data.
- Specific target organ toxicity – single exposure: Classification criteria are not met based on available data.
- Specific target organ toxicity – repeated exposure: Classification criteria are not met based on available data.
- Aspiration hazard: Classification criteria are not met based on available data.
11.2 Information on other hazards
Endocrine-disrupting properties:
- 556-67-2 Octamethylcyclotetrasiloxane: Listed in Annex II
- 540-97-6 Dodecamethylcyclohexasiloxane: Listed in Annex II
- 541-02-6 Decamethylcyclopentasiloxane: Listed in Annex II
Section 12: Ecological information
12.1 Toxicity
Aquatic toxicity:
| Substance | Endpoint | Value | Organism |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5131-66-8 3-butoxy-2-propanol | LC50/96 h | 560-1000 mg/l | fish |
| 112-34-5 2-(2-butoxyethoxy)ethanol | LC50/96 h | 1300 mg/l | Lepomis macrochirus |
| EC10/16 h | 1170 mg/l | Pseudomonas putida | |
| EC50/24 h | 2850 mg/l | Daphnia magna (DIN 38412) | |
| NOEC | >100 mg/l | Desmodesmus subspicatus | |
| 1474044-71-7 1-propanaminium, 2-hydroxy-N-(2-hydroxypropyl)-N,N-dimethyl, diesters with vegetable oil fatty acids, methyl sulfates | LC50/96 h | >10 mg/l | Cyprinus carpio |
| EC50/48 h | >8.6 mg/l | Daphnia magna | |
| EC50/72 h (Statisk) | 1.2 mg/l | Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata | |
| EC50 | 100 mg/l /6 d (STP) | ||
| NOEC | 0.686 mg/l /35 d (Pimephales promelas) | ||
| 1 mg/l /21 d (Daphnia magna) | |||
| 0.39 mg/l /72 h (Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata) (OECD 201) | |||
| 134737-05-6 Diquaternary polydimethylsiloxane | LC50/96 h | 30.8 mg/l | Danio rerio (OECD 203) |
| EC50/48 h | >200 mg/l | Daphnia magna (OECD 202) | |
| ErC50/72h | 0.49 mg/l | Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata (OECD 201) | |
| NOEC (Dynamisk) | 0.313 mg/l /(72 h) (Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata) (OECD 201) | ||
| 556-67-2 Octamethylcyclotetrasiloxane | LC50/96 h | >0.022 mg/l | Oncorhynchus mykiss |
| EC50/48 h | >0.015 mg/l | Daphnia magna | |
| ErC50/96h | >0.022 mg/l | Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata | |
| NOEC | 0.015 mg/l /21 d (Daphnia magna) | ||
| 0.0044 mg/l /93 d (Oncorhynchus mykiss) |
12.2 Persistence and degradability No negative effects expected regarding persistence and degradability.
Elimination rate:
- 5131-66-8 3-butoxy-2-propanol
OECD 301E 90% (28 d) - 112-34-5 2-(2-butoxyethoxy)ethanol
OECD 301C 80-90% (28 d)
OECD 301E >70% (28 d)
OECD 302B 100% (28 d) - 1474044-71-7 1-propanaminium, 2-hydroxy-N-(2-hydroxypropyl)-N,N-dimethyl, diesters with vegetable oil fatty acids, methyl sulfates
OECD 301F >60% (28 d)
OECD 311 >60% (60 d)
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential Not expected to bioaccumulate.
12.4 Mobility in soil No negative effects expected.
Section 13: Disposal considerations
13.1 Disposal methods
Recommendation: Do not dispose of with household waste. Prevent discharge into sewage systems. Must be specially treated in accordance with the authorities' regulations.
European waste catalogue: 20 01 29* Detergents containing hazardous substances
Uncleaned packaging:
Recommendation: Contaminated packaging must be emptied thoroughly. They can be recycled after thorough and proper cleaning. Recommended cleaning agent: Water, possibly with the addition of cleaning agents.
Section 14: Transport information
14.1 UN number or ID number
ADR, IMDG, IATA: Not applicable.
14.2 Proper shipping name
ADR, IMDG, IATA: Not applicable.
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
ADR, ADN, IMDG, IATA
Class: Not applicable.
14.4 Packing group
ADR, IMDG, IATA: Not applicable.
14.5 Environmental hazards: Not applicable.
14.6 Special precautions for user: Not applicable.
14.7 Bulk transport according to Annex II of MARPOL and the IBC Code: Not applicable.
UN "Model Regulation": Not applicable.
Section 15: Regulatory information
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
Regulation (2015:236) on measures to prevent and limit the consequences of major chemical accidents
Named hazardous substances - ANNEX I: No constituents are listed.
Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 ANNEX XVII Conditions: 3, 55, 70
National regulations:
- KIFS 2017:7 Regulations of the Swedish Chemicals Inspectorate concerning chemical products and biotechnological organisms
- SFS 2011:927 Waste Ordinance.
- AFS 2018:1 Occupational Exposure Limits.
- Law (1999:381) on measures to prevent and limit the consequences of major chemical accidents
- Regulation (2015:236) on measures to prevent and limit the consequences of major chemical accidents
- Regulations (MSBFS 2015:8) on measures to prevent and limit the consequences of major chemical accidents
- Environmental Code (1998:808)
- Law (2003:778) on protection against accidents
- Planning and Building Act (2010:900)
Information on restrictions on professional handling: Restrictions concerning the working environment for young people must be observed.
15.2 Chemical safety assessment: A chemical safety assessment has not been carried out.
Section 16: Other information
The information is based on our current knowledge. However, it does not constitute any guarantee whatsoever regarding product properties and does not form the basis of a legally binding contractual relationship. A product data sheet can be provided upon request.
Relevant hazard statements:
- H226: Flammable liquid and vapour.
- H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
- H315: Causes skin irritation.
- H318: Causes serious eye damage.
- H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
- H361f: Suspected of damaging fertility.
- H400: Very toxic to aquatic life.
- H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
- H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
- H412: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Corrosive or irritating to skin
Serious eye damage or eye irritation
Hazardous to the aquatic environment - chronic hazard
The classification of the mixture is based on calculation methods using product data according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council.
Contact partner:
Regulatory Affairs
Tel.: +49-7195-14-0
productsafety.management.de@karcher.com
Version number of the previous version: 2
Abbreviations and acronyms:
- ADR: European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road
- IMDG: International Maritime Code for Dangerous Goods
- IATA: International Air Transport Association
- GHS: Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals
- EINECS: European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances
- ELINCS: European List of Notified Chemical Substances
- CAS: Chemical Abstracts Service (division of the American Chemical Society)
- PNEC: Predicted No-Effect Concentration (REACH)
- LC50: Lethal Concentration, 50 percent
- LD50: Lethal Dose, 50 percent
- PBT: Persistent, Bioaccumulative and Toxic
- vPvB: very Persistent and very Bioaccumulative
- Flam. Liq. 3: Flammable liquids - Category 3
- Skin Corr. 1A: Skin corrosion/irritation - Category 1A
- Skin Irrit. 2: Skin corrosion/irritation - Category 2
- Eye Dam. 1: Serious eye damage/eye irritation - Category 1
- Eye Irrit. 2: Serious eye damage/eye irritation - Category 2
- Repr. 2: Reproductive toxicity - Category 2
- Aquatic Acute 1: Hazardous to the aquatic environment - acute hazard - Category 1
- Aquatic Chronic 1: Hazardous to the aquatic environment - chronic hazard - Category 1
- Aquatic Chronic 2: Hazardous to the aquatic environment - chronic hazard - Category 2
- Aquatic Chronic 3: Hazardous to the aquatic environment - chronic hazard - Category 3
* Data changed compared to previous version
