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

1. Identification of Substance / Preparation

   Substance: MP Sealant

2. Composition/Information on Ingredients

   Chemical characterisation (preparation):

   Mixture of vinyl ester, copolymer, polyacryl acid ester in solvent.

3. Hazards Identification

   Critical hazards to man and environment : R11. S16-23 (vapours) 29-23.

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 patient to fresh air. Keep warm and at rest. Seek medical advice.

   Ingestion

   Do not induce vomiting because of risk of aspiration into the lungs. If aspiration is suspected obtain immediate medical attention.

   Skin

   Remove contaminated clothing. Wash the skin immediately with soap and water. Do not use solvents to clean skin. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.

   Eyes

   In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice (S26).

5. Fire Fighting Measures

   Extinguishing Media

   Alcohol resistant foam, powder and Co₂.

   Extinguishing Media which must not be used (for safety reasons)

   Strong water jet.

   Exposure Hazards

   Combustion products are produced including hydrochloric acid gas in the event of a fire.

6. Accidental Release Measures

   Take up mechanically and ensure adequate ventilation. Take up residue adhering to floor with Terraperl or diatomaceous earth and dispose of in accordance with regulations. Keep away from sources of ignition.

7. Handling and Storage

   Handling

   Keep away from sources of ignition. Cool endangered containers with a water spray jet. Forms an explosive mixture with air, even in empty uncleaned contatiners.

   Storage

   Take steps to prevent electrostatic charging. Do not leave containers standing open. Observe explosion protection regulations. Ensure good room ventilation. Vapours are heavier than air and will spread on the floor.

8. Exposure Controls and Personal Protection

   General protection and hygiene measures include washing hands thoroughly before breaks and after work. Use both respiratory and hand protection.

9. Physical and Chemical Properties

   Appearance	Paste-like, available either colourless or in various colours.
   Odour	Mild ester
   Boiling Point	77.1°C
   Flash Point	10°C ( >51°C when cured )
   Density	(at 20°C) 1.082 to 1.096 g/cm³
   Vapour Pressure	(at 20°C) 103 mbar of solvent content
   Viscosity	>200 mpas
   Solubility in Water	(at 20°C) 79g/l of solvent content
   Ignition Temperature	>350°C
   Explosive Limits	lower 1.2% vol
   Thermal Decomposition	See Section 7

10. Stability and Reactivity

    Stable. Keep away from strong oxidation agents. No hazardous decomposition products if stores and handles in accordance with specification.

11. Toxilogical Information

    Narcotic effects can occur at higher concentrations. Long-term contact can cause skin irritation. Slight irritation to mucous membranes of eyes possible. No damage to health has been known to occur from the correct handling of the product and the observation of all hygiene regulations applicable to the chemical industry.

12. Ecological Information

    Do not allow product to be discharged into sewers of waterways. The solvents contained in the product are dangerous under the water supply act and the water hazard act sec 1. The product can be separated mechanically in purification plant.

13. Disposal Considerations

    Disposal should be in accordance with regulations e.g by burning in approved plant or dumping on approved sites observing local authority regulations.

14. Transport Information

    UN No:	P 1133		ICAO/IATA:	3/III/p309/c310
    GGVE/GGVS:	2.5c		RID/ADR:	3.5c

15. Regulatory Information

    VbF	Viscous Substance
    TLV	200ppm (of butyl acetate)
    Hazardous Substances Regulations	Subject to marking as inflammable under appendix 1 No 2.2.
    R11
    S16-23 (vapours)	29.33

16. Other Information

    The data and advice given apply only when the product is used for the stated application.

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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