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

1. Identification of Substance

   Aeromatic Aerosols.

2. Composition/Information on Ingredients

   Acetone	Cas No.	67-64-1	Contents	10 to 30%
   Butanone	Cas No.	78-93-3	Contents	10 to 30%	Health (class)	Xi	Risk (R.No.)	36/37
   Dimethyl Ether	Cas No.	115-10-6	Contents	30 to 60%

3. Hazards Identification

   Extremely flammable. Irritating to eyes.

4. First Aid Measures

   General : In all cases of doubt or when symptoms persist, seek medical attention. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.

   Inhalation : Remove victim immediately from source of exposure. Move the exposed person to fresh air at once. When breathing is difficult, properly trained personnel may assist affected person by administering 100% oxygen. Keep the affected person warm and at rest. Seek prompt medical attention.

   Ingestion : Not relevant.

   Skin : Remove contaminated clothing. Wash the skin immediately with soap and water. Seek medical attention if discomfort continues.

   Eyes : Make sure to remove any contact lenses from the eyes before rinsing. Continue to rinse for at least 15 minutes. Contact physician if irritation persists. Get medical attention promptly if symptoms occur after washing.

5. Fire Fighting Measures

   Extinguishing Media : Use powder, dry chemicals, sand, dolomite etc. Water spray, fog or mist.

   Special Fire Fighting Procedures : Containers close to fire should be removed or cooled with water. Use water to keep fire exposed containers cool and disperse vapours.

   Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards : Aerosol cans may explode in fires. Risk of explosion if heated.

6. Accidental Release Measures

   Spill Cleanup Methods : Extinguish all ignition sources. Avoid sparks, flames, heat and smoking. Ventilate. Wear necessary protective equipment. If leakage cannot be stopped, evacuate area and ventilate well.

   Larger Spill : Do not contaminate water sources or sewers.

7. Handing and Storage

   Usage Precautions : Keep away from heat, sparks and open flame. Provide good ventilation. Read and follow manufacturers recommendations.

8. Exposure Controls and Personal Protection

   Engineering Measures : Provide adequate ventilation. Where reasonably practicable, this should be achieved by the use of local exhaust ventilation and good general extraction. If extraction methods are insufficient to maintain concentrations of particles and/or solvent vapours below relevant OEL's suitable respiratory protective equipment should be worn.

   Ingredient Name:	CAS No:	STD	LT Exp. - 8 hours	LT Exp - 10 minutes
   Acetone	67-64-1	OES	750ppm	1500ppm
   Butanone	78-93-3	OES	200ppm (sk)	300ppm (sk)
   Dimethyl Ether	115-10-6	OES	400ppm	500ppm
   Ingredient Comment	OES Occupational Exposure Standard
   	Sk Can be absorbed through the skin.

   Ventilation : Provide adequate general and local exhaust ventilation. All handling to take place in well ventilated area.

   Protective Gloves : Chemical resistant gloves required for prolonged or repeated contact.

   Eye Protection : Wear approved chemical safety goggles where eye exposure is probable.

   Other Protection : Wear appropriate clothing to prevent any possibility of liquid contact and repeated or prolonged vapour contact.

   Hygienic Work Routines : Do not smoke in work area. Wash at the end of each shift and before eating, smoking and using the toilet. Remove any contaminated clothing.

9. Physical and Chemical Properties

   Appearance	Aerosol
   Colour	Colourless
   Lower Flammability Limit	0.8%
   Upper Flammability Limit	13%
   Odour / Taste	Organic Solvents

10. Stability and Reactivity

    Stability : Normally stable. Conditions to avoid : Avoid heat, flames and other sources or ignition. Avoid contact with strong oxidising agents, strong alkalis, strong mineral acids.

    Hazardous Decomposition Products : Fire creates vapours / gasses / fumes of carbon monoxide (CO), Carbon dioxide (CO2).

11. Toxiclogical Information

    Health Hazards / General : Prolonged and repeated contact with solvents over a long period may lead to permanent health problems.

    Inhalation : Gas or vapour in high concentrations may irritate respiratory system. Gas or vapour displaces oxygen available for breathing (asphyxiant).

    Skin : Irritant to skin. Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause severe irritation.

    Eyes : Spray and vapour in the eyes may cause irritation and smarting.

    Route of Entry : Inhalation, skin and eye contact.

12. Ecological Information

    Environmental Hazards : No negative effects on the aquatic environment are known.

13. Disposal Considerations

    Disposal Methods : Empty containers must not be burned due to explosion hazards. Dispose of in accordance with Local Authority requirements.

14. Transport Information

    Road/Rail
    UN Number	1950		ADR Item No.	5F		Marginal	2201
    Hazchem Code	N/A		EDIFC TEC R. No.	20G27-2		Proper Shipping Name	Aerosols
    Note: Exempt from control as Limited Quantity provisions apply.
    Rail
    Transport Class No.	2		Railroad PT	5F
    Sea
    UN Sea No.	1950		Transport Class No.	2		IMDG Page No.	2102
    Sea Pack GR	N/A		EMs No.	2-13		MFAG Table No.	620
    Marine Pollutant	No
    Air
    UN Air No.	1950		Transport Class No.	2.1		Air Sub Class	N/A
    Air Pack GR	N/A

15. Regulatory Information

    Label for supply : Extremely flammable. Irritant.

    Risk Phrases

    R-12 Extremely flammable
    R-37/37 Irritating to eyes and respiratory system.

    Safety Phrases

    S-2 Keep out of reach of children
    S-16 Keep away from sources of ignition
    S-25 Avoid contact with eyes
    S-26 in case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with water
    S-51 Use only in well ventilated areas
    S-23A Do not breathe vapour or spray.

    UK Regulatory References : Petroleum (Consolidation) Act, as amended 1984 SI 1244. Highly flammable Liquid Regulations 1972.

    UK Environmental Listings : Rivers (prevention of pollution) Act 1961. Control of pollution (special waste regulations)Act 1980.

    EC Directives : System of specific information relating to Dangerous Preparations 91/155.

    Approved Code of Practice : Classification and Labeling of Substances and preparations dangerous for supply.

    Guidance Notes : OELS : EH40. Introduction to local exhaust ventilation HS(G)37. CHIP for everyone HSG(108).

16. Other Information - Dangerous Properties of Industrial Materials Report. N.Sax et .al. The information contained in this safety data sheet is provided in accordance with the requirements of the Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging) Regulations. The product should not be used for purposes other than those shown in Section 1 without first referring to the supplier and obtaining written instructions. As the specific conditions of use of the product are outside of the suppliers control, the user is responsible for ensuring that the requirements of relevant legislation are complied with. The information contained in this safety data sheet is based on the present state of knowledge and current national legislation. It provides guidance on health, safety and environmental aspects of the product and should not be construed as any guarantee of technical performance or suitability for particular applications.

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