Alcaclean H.D.

ALCACLEAN H.D. is a high quality product classified as a general cleaner/remover of vegetable oil, animal oil, fat, fuel oil, lube oil and pet coke residues from cargo and storage tanks as well as to other systems. Furthermore, it removes carbonaceous deposits, resulting from car exhausts that can exist in a ship’s garage area, roof walls and hull sides. This powerful concentrated formula provides immediate and efficient results whilst also acting as an odor eliminator. Its use on Aluminum, Zinc and Tin surface coatings is prohibited unless further dilution with water has been conducted.

Characteristics, Advantages & Applications

A non-flammable liquid mixture.
Effectively dissolves all fat, vegetable and animal oil, dry or not.
Efficiently removes pet coke deposits.
Can be used as a general purpose cleaner to remove oil and grease deposits.
An odor binder and eliminator.
Can be combined with a specific range of products.
Soluble in fresh and sea water.
Acts as an acid-neutralizing agent.
Cost effective, easy to apply and use.

During 1996, chemical tankers were only permitted to use tank cleaning agents, which had been approved and evaluated by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO). ALCACLEAN H.D. was evaluated through IMO’s Working Group on the Evaluation of Safety and Pollution Hazards of Chemicals (ESPH Working Group) and found to meet the requirements of paragraph 1.8.2 of the P&A Standards.

Physical Properties

ALCACLEAN H.D. is a water solvent alkaline concentrated liquid solution, consisting of specific salts, detergents and wetting agents.

Order No	Size (in litres)	Container
Appearance / Color	Clear, colorless liquid
Odor	Odorless
Specific gravity	1.22/15°C
pH	13
Flash Point	None
833005	30	Plastic jerrican
832103	210	Steel drum

Application and Use

A. Dosing Procedure

Rock and Roll method: Add 15-20 litres of ALCACLEAN H.D. for every ton of fresh or sea water when the tank is filled to 30% of its capacity.

Circulation method: A solution of 5-10% must be prepared by diluting ALCACLEAN H.D. with fresh or sea water.

Injection method: Prepare a solution of 5-10% by diluting ALCACLEAN H.D. with fresh or sea water.

B. Cleaning Procedure

Rock and Roll method: After you have filled the tank with water (fresh or sea) to 30% of its capacity and added the required amount of ALCACLEAN H.D., let it stand for approximately 24 hours. Then fill with more water to 90% of the tank’s capacity level. This way the tank will be cleaned by natural agitation due to wave motion. Leave for a few days, then drain the tank completely and rinse off by ballasting-deballasting the tank 2-3 times with water.

Circulation method: After the solution is prepared, apply by circulating for approximately 6-8 hours. Thereon, wash thoroughly with water.

Injection method: When the prescribed solution is prepared, inject directly to the contaminated area. Afterwards, rinse thoroughly with water.

Important Information

ALCACLEAN H.D. is considered to be a highly caustic product. Operators must always consult the Safety and Handling instructions table before using this product.

Safety and Handling

SAFETY	IMMEDIATE ACTIONS
HANDLING	Handle with care. Store in a dry, cool and well ventilated environment.
Eye Contact	Avoid Eye contact. Otherwise, flush with plenty of water for a few minutes. Seek medical attention.
Skin Contact	Avoid Skin contact. Otherwise, wash contaminated area thoroughly with water. Seek medical attention.
Inhalation	Do not breathe gas/vapors. Otherwise, seek fresh air source at once. Seek medical attention. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment.
If Swallowed	Avoid ingestion. Otherwise, consume a considerable quantity of water. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS	Avoid spillage, splashing and mishandling. Precautionary measures for body protection are strongly recommended before use.

Read the Material Safety Data Sheet before using this product.

For detailed information on safety and health, please refer to Material Safety Data Sheet and/or Product Label.