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1. Identification of Substance

   Panel Wipe.

2. Composition/Information on Ingredients

   Ingredient Name	Propan-2-ol	EU Index No. 603 003 00 0	Formula C3-H8-O
   CAS No.	67-63-0	78-93-3	115-10-6
   Contents	100%	10 to 30%	30 to 605
   Health (Class)	Xi	Xi
   Risk (R No.)	36, 67

3. Hazards Identification

   Highly flammable. Irritating to eyes. Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.

4. First Aid Measures

   General Inhalation

   Keep affected person away from heat, sparks and flames.

   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 by administering 100% oxygen. Keep the affected person warm and at rest. Seek prompt medical attention.

   Ingestion

   Do not induce vomiting. Never make an unconscious person vomit or drink fluids. Remove victim immediately from source of exposure. Rinse mouth thoroughly. Provide rest, warmth and fresh air. If breathing stops or shows signs of failing, apply artificial respiration. Seek medical attention immediately.

   Skin

   Remove affected person from source of contamination. Remove contaminated clothing. Wash the skin immediately with soap and water. Seek medical attention promptly if symptoms occur after washing.

   Eyes

   Make sure to remove any contact lenses from eyes prior to rinsing. Continue for at least 20 minutes. Contact physician if irritation persists. Get medical attention promptly if symptoms occur after washing.

5. Fire Fighting Measures

   Extinguishing Media

   Alcohol resistant foam. Carbon dioxide (CO₂). Dry Chemicals, sand dolomite etc.

   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.

6. Accidental Release Measures

   Spill Cleanup Methods

   Clean up personnel should use respiratory and / or liquid contact protection. Extinguish all ignition sources. Avoid sparks, flames, heat and smoking. Ventilate. Run off or release to sewer, waterway or ground is forbidden. Collect with absorbent, non-combustible material into suitable containers. If it has entered drains, inform authorities.

   Personal Precautions During Spill

   Wear suitable protective clothing. Ensure good ventilation.

7. Handling and Storage

   Usage Precautions

   Keep away from heat, sparks and open flame. Provide good ventilation. Avoid spilling, skin and eye contact. Use approved respirator if air contamination is above accepted level. Do not reuse empty containers without commercial cleaning or reconditioning.

   Suitable coatings

   Carbon / Stainless steel, polyethylene, polypropylene.

   Storage Precautions

   Flammable / Combustible – keep away from oxidizers, heat and flames. May attach some plastics, rubber and coatings. Keep in cool, dry ventilated storage and closed containers.

   Storage Criteria

   Flammable liquid storage.

8. Exposure Controls and Personal Protection

   Ingredient Name	Cas No.	STD	LT Exp (8 hours)	ST Exp (15 mins)
   Propan-2-ol	67-63-0	OES	400ppm	500ppm

   Ingredient Comments

   Aliphatic alcohol.

   Ventilation

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

   Protective Gloves

   Use protective gloves made of Polyvinyl chloride (PVC).

   Eye Protection

   Wear splash-proof eye goggles to prevent any possibility of eye contact.

   Other Protection

   Use engineering controls to reduce air contamination to permissible exposure level. Provide eyewash, quick drench. Wear appropriate clothing to prevent repeated or prolonged skin contact.

   Hygienic Work Routines

   Do not smoke in work area. Wash at end of each shift and before eating, smoking and using the toilet. Wash promptly if skin becomes wet or contaminated.

9. Physical and Chemical Properties

   Appearance	Liquid
   Odour / Taste	Alcohol
   Colour	Colourless
   Solubility Description	Soluble in water
   MOL Weight (at WT)	60.11
   Boiling Point °C	82
   Melting Point °C	-88
   S.G (Water = 1)	0.79 @ 20°C
   Vapour Density (Air = 1)	2.8
   Vapour Pressure	4.16kPa @ 20°C
   Evaporation Rate	2.93
   Viscosity	3.06c/st @ 20°C
   Flash Point (°C)	12
   Flash Point Method	OC(Open Cup)
   Auto Ignition Tem (°C)	3.99
   Flammability Limit (Lower %)	2.50
   Flammability Limit (Upper %)	12.70

10. Stability and Reactivity

    Stability

    Avoid heat, sparks, flames, moisture. Strong oxidising agents.

    Conditions to Avoid

    Strong oxidising agents.

    Materials to Avoid

    Strong oxidising agents.

11. Toxilogical Information

    • Toxic Dose 1 – LD50 : 4700.00mg (oral rat).
    • Toxic Conc. – LC50 : 46.5mg/1/4h (inh-rat).
    • Inhalation : Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.
    • Eyes : Irritating to eyes.
    • Health Warnings : Irritant to eyes and mucous membranes.
    • Narcotic effect. CNS depressant.
    • Route of Entry : Skin absorption.
    • Ingestion. Skin and / or eye contact.
    • Target Organs : Central nervous system. Eyes. Respiratory system, lungs, skin.
    • Medical Symptoms : Irritation of eyes and mucous membranes, dilated pupils, rhinitis (inflammation of the nasal mucous membranes), upper respiratory irritation, general respiratory distress, unproductive cough, skin irritation, nausea, vomiting, central nervous system depression, drowsiness, dizziness, disorientation, vertigo.

12. Ecological Information

    Environmental Hazards

    Biodegradability	> 99.9% (DOC; couples units test / OECD 303A) LC 50 (Leuciscus idus melanotus) > 1000 mg/l 48h.
    Acute Fish Toxicity	LC50 / 96h/fathead minnows/9600mg/l, EC50 24h/10000mg/l (Isopropanol) Toxicity threshold concentration 1800 mg/l algae. (Isopropanol).

13. Disposal Considerations

    Disposal Methods

    Absorb in vermiculite or dry sand, dispose in licensed special waste. Confirm disposal procedures with environmental engineer and local regulations. Incinerate in accordance with local regulations.

14. Transport Information

    Road		Rail		Sea		Air
    UN No.	1219			UN Sea	1219	UN Air	1219
    Hazard Class ADR	3			Sea Trnsprt Class	3.2	Air Trnsprt Class	3
    ADR Item No.	3 (B)			IMPG Page No	3100	Air Pack GR	11
    ADR Label No	3			Sea Pack GR	11	Air Sub Class	N/A
    Hazchem Code	2[Y]E
    Cefic Tec (R) No	544

15. Regulatory Information

    EEC (EINECS) No : 200-746-9.

    Label for Supply : Highly Flammable.

    Risk Phrases

    • R-11 Highly Flammable.
    • R-36 Irritating to eyes.
    • R-67 Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.

    Safety Phrases

    • S-7 Keep container tightly closed.
    • S-16 Keep away from sources of ignition.
    • S-2 Keep out of reach of children.
    • S-24/25 Avoid Contact with Skin.
    • S-26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.

16. Other Information

    User Notes

    The above information is believed to be correct, but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. Acron Paints will not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product.

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