Acron Paints

Acron Paints, Unit 6 William Street, Northam, Southampton, Hants. S014 5QH
Tel: 023 80 223266 Fax: 08700 527587

Material Safety Data SheetRevision No.3/2002
 
Suppliers Name and Address:
Acron Paints
Unit 6, William Street, Northam
Southampton, Hants. S014 5QH
Tel: 023 80 223266 Fax: 08700 527587
Product Name/s:
2pk Zinc Chromate Etch Primer

  1. Identification of Substance

    2. Two Pack Zinc Chromate Etch Primer

    Company: As above

  2. Composition/Information on Ingredients

    3. Hazardous Ingredients / PigmentsCAS No %
    Propan-2-ol (h.1)67-63-0 10-30
    Butanone (h.1)78-93-3 30-60
    Zinc Chromate (P)7758-97-6 5-15

     LTEL
    8 hours    		 STEL
    10 minutes
    OES Mixture: 200ppm (590mg/m³)300ppm (885mg/m³)
    M.E.L. Chromium 0.5mg/m³ 

    Non Hazardous Components : Polyvinyl Butyral Resin

  3. Hazards Identification

    4. COSHH Assessment : Maintain adequate ventilation and / or extraction to maintain vapour below OES or respiratory equipment will be required.

    Overexposure Effects Skin Contact : Will defat the skin causing irritation and redness after prolonged or repeated contact. Risk of solvent absorption into the bloodstream. Eye Contact : Irritation. Ingestion : Sore throat and symptoms of inhalation. Inhalation : Excessive quantities may cause headaches and drowsiness. Continued exposure will have a narcotic effect leading eventually to unconciousness. CHIP LABELLING INFO : "Paint Preparation Containing Xylene (Mixed Isomers)". Risk Phrases : R11 Highly Flammable. R36/37 Irritating to the eyes and respiratory system. R43 May cause sensitisation by skin contact. Safety Phrases : S9 Keep container in a well ventilated place. S25 Avoid contact with the eyes. S53 Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use. S45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show label if possible).

  4. First Aid Measures

    5. Inhalation : Move the exposed person to fresh air at once. Perform artificial respiration if breathing has stopped. Keep the affected person warm and at rest. Get prompt medical attention. Ingestion : Rinse mouth thoroughly. Do not induce vomiting. Get medical attention immediately. Skin : Remove affected person from source of contamination. Promptly wash contaminated skin with soap or mild detergent and water. Promptly remove clothing if soaked through and wash as above. Get medical attention promptly is symptoms occur after washing.

    Eyes : Promptly wash eyes with plenty of water while lifting the eyelids. Continue to rinse for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention if any discomfort continues.

  5. Fire Fighting Measures

    6. Heating full containers will cause pressure rise with risk of bursting. Bursting cans can be forcibly ejected from a fire. Cans should be kept cool by using water spray. For liquid fire use Foam or co².

  6. Accidental Release Measures

    7. - Packaging limits significant releases. Spills may be contaminated and absorbed in sand or inert material. Minor spills may be allowed to evaporate. Larger releases should be contained for controlled disposal.

  7. Handling and Storage

    8. Keep containers tightly closed in flammable store. Do not incinerate even when empty. Do not spray on or near a naked flame or incandescent material. Do not smoke, eat or drink whilst handling product. Prevent contact with eyes and skin.

  8. Exposure Controls and Personal Protection

    9. Use gloves and overalls to prevent contact with skin and eyes. Always ensure good ventilation and avoid inhaling vapours. In areas where OES may be exceeded, a self contained breathing apparatus should be used.

  9. Physical and Chemical Properties

    10. Appearance: Viscous Liquid Flashpoint : 5°C
    VOC Content : 0.92 kg/lt S G : 1.26+/- 0.02g/ml
    Explosive Limits in Air : >1.0% <11.0% Solubility in Water : Insoluble

  10. Stability and Reactivity

    11. Product is stable and is not considered to have dangerously reactive properties. Will dissolve some plastics materials. Avoid contact with oxidising agents.

  11. Toxicological Information

    12. LD50 (Animal Ingestion) estimated from materials >50mg/kg.

  12. Ecological Information

    13. Contains heavy metals : Contamination of land and water courses should be prevented.

  13. Disposal Information

    14. Use licensed contractor for disposal by tipping or incineration.

  14. Transport Information

    15. UN NO : 12631 PACKING GROUP : III1 TREM CARD : 031
    IMCO CLASS : 3.21 EMS : 3-071 MFAG : 300
    ADR CLASS 3 ITEM 31(C) 11 IATA CLASS : 3 

  15. Regulatory Information

    16. The Chemicals (Hazard Information & Packaging for Supply) Regulations 1994 Chemicals (Hazard information and Packaging for Supply) Amendment Regulations 1996. The Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road & Rail (Classification, Packaging and Labelling) Regulations 1994. Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 1988.

  16. Other Information

    17. The information contained in this safety data sheet is provided in accordance with the requirements of the Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging) Regulations.

This product should be stored and handled in accordance with good industrial hygiene practice and in conformity with any legal regulation. This information is to our best of knowledge correct and given in good faith but without warranty. It remains the users responsibility to ensure the information is appropriate for any particular use of the product.
Acron Paints March 20022pk Zinc Chromate Etch Primer

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