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

1. Identification of Substance/Company Information

   Substance: Standard Thinners

   Company: As above

   Ingredient Name	Cas No	Contents	Health (Class)	Risk (R No)
   Acetone	67-64-1	1.5%	Xi	36
   Butanone	78-93-3	10-30%	Xi	36
   Butyl Acetate	123-86-4	10-30%	NC
   Ethyl Acetate	141-78-6	10-30%	Xi	36
   Ethanol	64-17-5	5-10%	-	-
   Isopropyl Acetate	108-21-4	1-5%	Xi	36
   n-Propyl Acetate	10-60-4	5-10%	Xi	36
   Toluene	108-88-3	10-30%	Xn
   Xylene	1330-20-7	10-30%	Xn	20/21, 38

2. Hazards Identification

   Highly Flammable, harmful by inhalation and in contact with skin, irritant to eyes and skin.

3. 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. 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 15 minutes. Contact physician if irritation persists. Get medical attention promptly if symptoms occur after washing.

4. Extinguishing Media

   Extinguishing Media

   Dry chemicals, sand, dolomite etc. Carbon dioxide (CO2).

   Special Fire Fighting Procedures

   Move container from fire area if it can be done without risk. Cool containers exposed to flames with water until well after the fire is out.

   Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards

   Highly Flammable.

   Hazardous Decomposition Products

   Fire creates - oxides of carbon.

5. Accidental Release Measures

   • Spill Cleanup Methods
   • Extinguish all ignition sources.
   • Avoid sparks, flames, heat and smoking.
   • Ventilate.
   • Absorb in vermiculite, dry sand or earth and place into containers.

6. Handling and Storage

   Usage Precautions

   Ventilate well, avoid breathing vapours. Use approved respirator if air contamination is above accepted level. Keep away from heat, sparks and open flame. Avoid spilling, skin and eye contact.

   Storage Precautions

   Keep in cool, dry, ventilated storage and closed containers.

   Storage Criteria

   Flammable liquid storage.

7. Exposure Controls and Personal Protection

   Ingredient Name	CAS NO	STD	LT EXP (8 Hrs)	ST EXP (15 Mins)
   Acetone	67-64-1	OES	750ppm	1500ppm
   Butanone	78-93-3	OES	200ppm (Sk)	300ppm(Sk)
   Butyl Acetate	123-86-4	OES	150ppm	200ppm
   Ethyl Acetate	141-78-6	OES	400ppm	No std
   Ethanol	64-17-5	OES	1000ppm	No std
   Isopropyl Acetate	108-21-4	OES	No std	200ppm
   n-Propyl Acetate	109-60-4	OES	200ppm	250ppm
   Toluene	108-88-3	OES	50ppm (Sk)	150ppm(Sk)
   Xylene	1330-20-7	OES	100ppm (Sk)	150ppm(Sk)

   Protective Equipment

   Use approved safety goggles or face shield. Use protective gloves. Wear appropriate clothing to prevent any possibility of liquid contact and repeated or prolonged vapour contact.

   Ventilation

   Provide adequate general and local exhaust ventilation. Must not be handled in confined space without sufficient ventilation.

   Eye Protection

   Wear chemical safety goggles where eye exposure is reasonably probable.

   Other Protection

   Use engineering controls to reduce air contamination or permissible level. Provide eyewash station.

   Respirators

   No specific recommendation made but respiratory protection must be used if the general level exceeds to OEL.

   Hygienic Work Conditions

   Do not smoke in work area. Wash at the end of each work shift and before eating, smoking and using the toilet. Wash promptly with soap and water if skin becomes contaminated. Promptly remove any clothing that becomes contaminated. Use appropriate skin cream to prevent drying of skin. No eating or drinking whilst working with this material.

8. Physical and Chemical Properties

   Appearance	Liquid	Colour	Colourless
   Odour / Taste	Characteristic	Flash Point	0 to 21°C
   Flash Point Method	Not Noted

9. Stability and Reactivity

   Stability : Normally stable.

   Conditions to Avoid : avoid heat, flames and other sources of ignition. Avoid contact with oxidisers or reducing agents.

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

10. Toxicological Information

    Inhalation

    Harmful by inhalation.

    Ingestion

    Harmful if swallowed.

    Skin

    Harmful if in contact with skin.

    Eyes

    Risk of serious damage to eye.

    Health Warnings

    Prolonged and repeated contact with solvents over a long period may lead to permanent health problems.

11. Ecological Information

    Environmental Hazards : Not regarded as dangerous for the environment.

12. Disposal Considerations

    Disposal Methods : Dispose of in accordance with Local Authority Requirements.

13. Transport Information

    Road		Sea		Air		Rail
    UN NO	1993	UN SEA	1993	UN AIR	1993	Rail Transport Class	3
    Hazard Class	3 Flammable Liquid	IMPG Page No	3230	Air Pack GR	II	Railroad PT	5(C)
    ADR Class No	3	EMS No	3-07	Air Transport Class	3
    ADR Item No	5 (C)	Sea Transport Class	3.2
    Hazard No	33	Sea Pack GR	II
    Marginal	2301	MFAG Table No:	See sub sec. 4.2
    ADR Label No	3
    Hazchem Code	3[Y] E
    Cefic Tec(R) NO	30G30
    Proper Shipping Name	Flammable Liquid nos

    Label for Conveyance : Flammable Liquid.

14. Regulatory Information

    Label for supply : Highly Flammable and Harmful.

    Risk Phrases

    • R11 Highly Flammable.
    • R20/21 Harmful by inhalation and in contact with skin.
    • R36/38 Irritating to eyes and skin.

    Safety Phrases

    • S9 Keep container in a well ventilated place.
    • S16 Keep away from sources of ignition - no smoking.
    • S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
    • S51 Use only in well ventilated areas.
    • S24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
    • S36/37 Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.
    • S60 This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste.

    Statutory Instruments

    Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging) Regulations. Control of substances Hazardous to Health.

    Approved Code of Practice

    Classification and Labelling of Substances and Preparations Dangerous for Supply.

    Guidance Notes

    Occupational Exposure Limits EH40. Introduction to Local Exhaust Ventilation HS(G) 37. CHIP for everyone HSG(108).

15. Other Information

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

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