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Nickel Guard NGC- 16oz, 1

NICKEL GUARD is a specialized cleaner formulated to effectively remove limescale buildup from galvanized, stainless steel, and nickel-plated surfaces. Its powerful, non-foaming formula works quickly and efficiently without producing harsh fumes. Vapco produces this formula for several OEM Ice Machine manufactures, ensuring you’re getting a true approved formula without the price tag of a “name brand” label. Higher concentration of active descalers than the competition ensuring you get more for your money. Works in flake, drum, tube, and cube ice machines.

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NICKEL GUARD 

Powerful Scale Removal for Nickel-Plated and Other Surfaces

NICKEL GUARD is a powerful, non-foaming cleaner specifically formulated to safely and effectively remove limescale buildup from stainless steel and nickel-plated surfaces and restore ice quality, capacity, and system efficiency. Hard water is the leading cause of ice machine failure. As water freezes, minerals are left behind, forming limescale deposits throughout the system. This buildup steadily decreases performance and ice production, eventually causing equipment jams and costly shutdowns. This USDA-approved solution, uses only high purity, food grade materials to restore equipment performance without harsh fumes, making it ideal for maintaining all varieties of ice machines and other valuable equipment.

Key Features and Benefits:

  • Removes Limescale: Restores the performance and efficiency of your equipment.
  • OEM Formula: produced for large ice machine manufacturers across the country.
  • High Concentration: Ideal concentration of phosphoric and citric acids to clean more with less product than the competition.
  • Safety: Safe for use on galvanized, stainless steel, and nickel-plated surfaces.
  • Non-Foaming and Non-Fuming: Reduces the risk of damage and ensures a safe working environment.
  • Meets USDA Standards: Approved for use in food processing environments.

 Part Number;              Size

  • NGC-16oz                                 16 oz 12/cs
  • NGC-1                                         1 gal 4/cs

Directions:

This product must be used in accordance with the following directions and by professionals only.

  1. Power Off: Turn off ice machine refrigeration.
  2. Drain and Refill: Drain the water and refill the system with fresh water.
  3. Add Cleaner: Add 3 ounces of Nickel Guard per gallon of water.
  4. Circulate Water: Start the water circulating pumps only.
  5. Run for 15-30 Minutes: Allow the cleaning solution to circulate for 15-30 minutes.
  6. Manual Cleaning: Apply cleaner to heavily scaled areas using a brush.
  7. Extreme Buildup: In extreme cases additional doses may be necessary.
  8. Drain and Flush: after the scale has been removed, drain all of the solution and flush thoroughly with fresh water.
  9. Refill and Power On: Refill the system with fresh water and turn back on the ice machine refrigeration.
  10. Discard First Batch: Discard the first batch of ice produced after cleaning.

 

*Do not mix with chlorine bleach

 

 

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SAFETY DATA SHEET

NICKEL GUARD

1. Identification & Supplier Details

Product Identification (Section 1.1)
GHS Product Identifier (Product Name) Nickel Guard
Product Number / Brand NGC-1, NGC-16OZ / Vapco
Recommended Use (1.3) Acid-based scale remover
Supplier Details & Emergency Contact (Section 1.4 & 1.5)
Supplier Name Vapco Products, Inc.
Supplier Address 401 Marshall Road
Valley Park, Missouri 63088, United States
Telephone / Fax / Email (636) 923-2121 / (636) 923-3002 / [email protected]
Emergency Phone Number (800) 255-3924

2. Hazard Identification & Composition

GHS Classification (Section 2.1)
GHS Classification (OSHA) Corrosive: Eye Damage/Irritation, Cat. 1; Skin Corrosion/Irritation, Cat. 1B
Signal Word Danger
Hazard Statement H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
Pictograms

[Image of GHS Pictogram for Corrosion]

Precautionary Statements (Section 2.2)
Category Statement(s)
Prevention P260, P264, P280 (Do not breathe, Wash hands thoroughly, Wear protective gear.)
Response (First Aid) P301+P330+P331 (IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.)
P303+P361+P353 (IF ON SKIN: Rinse skin/shower. Take off contaminated clothing.)
P305+P351+P338 (IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously for several minutes.)
P310 (Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor.)
Storage / Disposal P405 (Store locked up.) / P501 (Dispose of contents/container to regulations.)
Hazardous Components (Section 3.2)
Chemical Name Concentration CAS No. EC No.
Phosphoric acid 40 – 60 % (weight) 7664-38-2 231-633-2
1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy- (Citric acid) 1 – 10 % (weight) 77-92-9 201-069-1

3. Physical & Chemical Properties

Basic Physical and Chemical Properties (Section 9)
Physical State / Appearance Liquid / Turbid liquid
Color / Odor Green / Acid odor
pH <1 (Strongly Acidic)
Melting Point/Freezing Point <32°F (0°C)
Boiling Point or Boiling Range N/D
Flammability / Flash Point Not considered a flammable liquid / N/D
Vapor Pressure 23.8 mmHg at 77°F (25°C)
Density and/or Relative Density 1.43 at 77°F (25°C)
Solubility / Evaporation Rate Soluble in water / <0.8 (Slow)

4. Stability & Reactivity

Reactivity and Stability (Section 10)
Reactivity May react with strong bases and chemically active metals. May be corrosive to metals.
Chemical Stability Stable.
Conditions to Avoid Chlorine-liberating material. Do not mix with bases, ammonia, or other cleaning compounds. Direct sunlight, extreme temperatures.
Incompatible Materials Strong bases and chemically active metals.
Hazardous Decomposition Products Carbon oxide(s), nitrogen oxide(s), and phosphorous oxide(s).

5. Toxicological Information

Information on Toxicological Effects (Section 11)
Test / Route (Citric Acid) Species Dose / Result
Acute Toxicity (Oral $text{LD}_{50}$) Rat 5,400 $text{mg}/text{kg}$
Acute Toxicity (Skin $text{LD}_{50}$) Rabbit >2,000 $text{mg}/text{kg}$
Skin Corrosion/Irritation Causes severe burns, prolonged contact will destroy tissue.
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation Causes severe burns, irritation, redness, and may result in loss of sight.
Respiratory Sensitization May cause irritation (possible severe), chemical burns, upper respiratory damage, and pulmonary edema.
STOT – Single/Repeated Exposure Causes severe burns, prolonged contact will destroy tissue. Dermatitis, upper respiratory damage, chemical burns, pulmonary edema, potential loss of sight (Repeated Exposure).
Carcinogenicity / Mutagenicity / Reproductive Toxicity / Aspiration Hazard Not classified for any of these endpoints.

6. First-Aid Measures

Description of Necessary First-Aid Measures (Section 4.1)
General Advice Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If you feel unwell, seek medical advice (show the label where possible).
If Inhaled Remove person to fresh air. Keep comfortable for breathing. Get medical advice/attention.
In Case of Skin Contact Immediately drench affected area with water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing immediately. Obtain medical attention if irritation develops or persists.
In Case of Eye Contact Immediately rinse with water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Obtain medical attention if irritation develops or persists.
If Swallowed Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Obtain medical attention.
Most Important Symptoms/Effects (Section 4.2): Harmful if inhaled. Causes serious eye and skin irritation/burns. Contact causes severe irritation/burns. Permanent eye damage is possible.
Immediate Medical Attention (Section 4.3): Get medical advice/attention. The absence of visible signs or symptoms of burns does not reliably exclude the presence of actual tissue damage.

7. Fire-Fighting & Accidental Release Measures

Fire-Fighting Measures (Section 5)
Suitable Extinguishing Media Water spray, fog, carbon dioxide ($text{CO}_2$), alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, or sand.
Specific Hazards (Reactivity) May be corrosive to metals and reactive to strong bases. Increased risk of fire or explosion.
Protection During Firefighting Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment. Wear NIOSH-approved Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) with full face piece and full body protective clothing.
Accidental Release Measures (Section 6)
Personal Precautions/PPE Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Do not breathe vapors. Keep away from heat/ignition sources. Use appropriate PPE (Section 8).
Containment & Clean Up Methods Ventilate the area. Contain spills with dikes or absorbents to prevent entry into sewers. Isolate spill/leak area in all directions. Take up liquid spill into absorbent material and transfer to a suitable container for disposal. Hazardous waste number(s): D002.

8. Handling, Storage & PPE

Precautions for Safe Handling (Section 7.1)
Precautions for Safe Handling Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Wash hands before eating, drinking or smoking.
Additional Hazards When Processed Do not pressurize, cut, or weld containers. Pressurized container: May burst if heated. Do not pierce or burn, even after use.
Conditions for Safe Storage (Section 7.2)
Storage Conditions Store in a dry, cool, well-ventilated place. Store locked up/in a secure area. Protect from sunlight. Do not expose to temperatures exceeding 50°C/122°F.
Incompatible Materials Strong bases and chemically active metals.
Exposure Controls and PPE (Section 8)
Exposure Limit (Phosphoric acid, 7664-38-2) Value / Source
TWA (Inhalation) 1 $text{mg}/text{m}^{3}$ AU, EU, US (OSHA, Cal/OSHA, NIOSH)
STEL (Inhalation) 2 – 3 $text{mg}/text{m}^{3}$ AU, EU, US (Cal/OSHA, NIOSH)
Eye/Face Protection Chemical safety goggles. Emergency eye wash fountains/safety showers must be available.
Skin/Body Protection Wear protective gloves, clothing, and fire/flame resistant/retardant clothing. Chemical resistant materials required.
Respiratory Protection Use a NIOSH-approved Self-Containing Breathing Apparatus whenever exposure may exceed established OELs.

9. Transport & Regulatory Information

Transport Information (Section 14)
Regulation UN Number Class Packing Group Proper Shipping Name
DOT (US) / IMDG / IATA UN1805 8 (Corrosive) III Phosphoric acid solution
Regulatory Information (Section 15)
Components Listed on Right-To-Know Lists Phosphoric acid (CAS: 7664-38-2): Massachusetts, New Jersey, Pennsylvania.
Phosphoric acid and 1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy- (CAS: 77-92-9) are on the US EPA TSCA public inventory.

10. Disposal & Ecological Information

Ecological Information (Section 12)
Endpoint (Citric Acid) Species Value / Result
Toxicity ($text{EC}_{50}$) Daphnia magna (water flea) 1535 $text{mg}/text{l}$ – 24 hrs
Toxicity ($text{LC}_{50}$) Leuciscus idus (golden orfe) 440 $text{mg}/text{l}$ – 48 hrs
Persistence and Degradability This product is biodegradable.
Bioaccumulative Potential / Mobility in Soil Not expected to bioaccumulate / Mobile in soil.
Disposal Considerations (Section 13)
Product Disposal / Waste Treatment Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national, and international regulations. Check the pH of waste to be disposed. May be subjected to disposal regulations: U.S. EPA 40 CFR 261. Hazardous waste number(s): D002 (Corrosivity).
Sewage Disposal Waste should not be disposed of untreated to the sewer unless fully compliant with the requirements of all authorities with jurisdiction.

11. Disclaimer & Preparation Information

Preparation Information (Section 16.2)
Prepared by Jessica Wilson
Date Prepared 2-21-2025
Disclaimer (Section 16.1):

To the best of our knowledge, information contained herein is accurate. However there is no assumption of liability for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein. Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. The information contained in this SDS was obtained from current and reliable sources; however, the data is provided without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding its correctness or accuracy. The user is responsible for full compliance with various government agency regulations. No warranty, expressed or inferred, regarding the product described in this SDS shall be created or inferred by any statement in this SDS.

Key: N/A = Not applicable; N/D = Not determined

 

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