This Compliance & Safety Policy outlines the regulatory, safety, and responsible-use requirements for products sold by Canada Wash Chemicals (“we,” “us,” or “our”). Our products are formulated for professional, commercial, industrial, and fleet-cleaning use. By purchasing from our website, you agree to follow the policies below.

 

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Regulatory Compliance

Canada Wash Chemicals complies with applicable federal, provincial, and international regulations governing the sale and transportation of cleaning chemicals, including:

WHMIS 2015 / GHS labeling and classification

OSHA equivalent standards for U.S. customers (if applicable)

TDG (Transportation of Dangerous Goods) for hazardous shipments

Provincial environmental regulations (MOECC, AEP, etc.)

GHS pictogram and hazard communication standards

All products are labeled according to WHMIS/GHS requirements.

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Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

Safety Data Sheets (SDS) are available for all regulated cleaning products. They may be accessed:

Directly on each product page

Through our SDS library (if available)

By request through customer service

Customers are responsible for reviewing SDS information prior to dilution, handling, or use.

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Intended Use of Products

Canada Wash Chemicals supplies professional cleaning and washing chemicals formulated for:

Car wash facilities

Fleet washing & truck washing

2-step wash systems (acid + caustic)

Industrial degreasing

Concrete and floor cleaning

Heavy-duty commercial cleaning

Agricultural, municipal, and industrial maintenance

Unless expressly stated, products are not intended for consumer household use.

Products are not for:

Internal or external human use

Food preparation surfaces (unless labeled food-safe)

Cosmetic, medical, or pharmaceutical applications

Use on animals

Users must ensure they are trained in handling industrial strength cleaners.

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Required Knowledge & Training

By purchasing, you acknowledge that:

You or your staff have experience with commercial cleaning chemicals

You understand proper dilution, PPE requirements, and safe handling

You will follow all WHMIS/GHS safety protocols

You have appropriate equipment for application (foamers, pumps, sprayers, tunnels, etc.)

Products such as acid cleaners, caustic detergents, degreasers, and concentrated truck wash chemicals require proper PPE and operator training.

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Handling and Storage Responsibilities

Customers are responsible for:

Storing chemicals in accordance with SDS guidelines

Securing products away from unauthorized personnel

Preventing contact between incompatible chemicals (e.g., mixing acid & alkaline)

Providing appropriate PPE (gloves, eye protection, aprons, ventilation)

Maintaining spill control measures

Any product transferred to secondary containers must be properly labeled.

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Environmental & Disposal Requirements

Users must dispose of unused chemicals and containers according to:

Municipal and provincial environmental regulations

SDS instructions

Industry best practices

Products must not be discharged into storm drains, waterways, or onto soil without ensuring compliance with local regulations.

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Transportation and Hazardous Materials

Certain products (e.g., corrosive acids, alkaline detergents, solvent-based cleaners) may fall under TDG or DOT hazardous materials rules. These may require:

Special packaging

Ground-only transport

Hazard labels

Additional handling fees

Canada Wash Chemicals will ship these items in compliance with all TDG regulations. Customers receiving regulated products must be capable of safe unloading and storage.

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Limitation of Liability

By purchasing and using our products, you agree that:

You assume responsibility for correct dilution, application, and use

Canada Wash Chemicals is not liable for damage caused by improper handling, surface misuse, or failure to follow SDS instructions

Suitability of a chemical for a specific job or material is the customer’s responsibility

Our liability is limited to the replacement or refund of the product purchase price

Always test products on a small area first, especially acids and high-alkaline detergents.

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Policy Updates

Canada Wash Chemicals may update or revise this policy at any time. Continued website use constitutes acceptance of any changes.