MATERIAL SAFETY

DATA SHEET

SIMA THINNER 43-00

Data sent : January 2007

Section 1- Identification of the preparation and company

Preparation / Product name SIMA THINNER

Product code 43-00
Manufacturer name PT. SIGMA UTAMA (persero)
Address Jl. Lanbouw No. 1, Cibinong – Bogor, INDONESIA
Emergency Telephone No. +62 - 21 - 875 6310
Fax No. +62 - 21 - 875 3042
Signature of person responsible for preparation (option)

Section 2- Hazardous Ingredient/ Identity

Name Concentration range (%WT) Symbol Risk phrases

Xylene 100 Xn 10-20/22-36/38

Stability and reactivity

Stable under recommended storage and handling condition (see section 6).
Section 3. Physical & Chemical characteristics

Physical state : Liquid Viscosity : 10 - 14 second/DIN 4/ 20oC Vapour density : Heavier than air
Solids content (v/v) : 0 % Specific gravity: 0.80 ± 0.10 kg/l Solubility in water : Insoluble
Flash point : 27 o C

Section 4. Fire & Explosion data

Lower Explosive Limit 0.6 %
Minimum ventilation air quantity required for 1 litre of paint : To reach 10 % of LEL 176 m3
To reach TLV 2817 m3
Recommended extinguishing media; alcohol resistant foam, CO2 .powder, water. Do not use water jet.

Section 5- Health Hazards

There are no data available on the product itself.

General
In all cases of doubt, or when symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Inhalation
Temporary dizziness, headache, possible nausea.
Eye or skin contact
May cause discomfort by deflating action of solvent, prolonged or repeated contact to skin will dry
Signs and symptoms of exposure
Eyes; severe irritation, redness, tearing. Skin; prolonged or repeated exposure can cause moderate irritation, deflating
and dermatitis. Inhalation ; dizziness.
Emergency and first aid Procedure
Inhalation :
Remove to fresh air, keep patient warm and rest. If breathing irregular or stopped, give artificial respiration. If
unconscious place in the recovery position and obtain immediate medical attention. Give nothing by mouth.
Eye :
Irrigate copiously with clean fresh water for at least 10 minutes, holding the eyelids apart and seek medical attention.
Skin :
Remove contaminated clothing. Wash thoroughly with soap and water or use a recognised skin cleanser. Do not use
solvent or thinner.
Ingestion :
If accidentally swallowed obtain immediate medical attention. Keep at rest. Do not induce vomiting.

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DATA SHEET

SIMA THINNER 43-00

Section 6- Special Precautions and Spill/Leak Procedures

Handling and storage

Handle containers carefully to prevent damage and spillage. Keep containers closed when not in use.
Store in well ventilation, dry place away from sources of heat, strong oxidant and direct sunlight.
Naked flames and smoking should not be permitted in storage areas.
Transportation
Care must be taken when transporting paint. Keep container in a secure up-right position
In Use
Use personal protection as shown in section 7.
Smoking, eating, and drinking should be prohibited in all preparation and application areas.
All sources of ignition (hot surface, sparks, open flame etc) should be excluded from areas of preparation and
application
Step to be taken in case material is relocated or spilled
Remove all ignition sources. Avoid breathing vapours. Open all windows and doors. Keep out of sewers and water
sources. Advise proper authorities.
Section 7- Special protection information / control measures

Personal Protection:
Respiratory Protection
Use a NIOSH APPROVED RESPIRATOR
Eye Protection
Use GOGGLES OR FACE SHIELD
Hand Protection (Gloves)
RUBBER GLOVES AS NEEDED
Other Protective clothing or equipment
USE APPRON OR OTHER CLOTHING TO AVOID SKIN CONTACT.
Work / hygienic practices
Wash skin and exposed clothing thoroughly with soap and water after use.

Section 8- Regulatory Information

In accordance with EC Directive 88/379/EEC and the chemical (Hazard Information and Packaging for Supply)
Regulation SI/3247/1994, this product is labelled as follows:
Danger Classification;
Contains;
P. phrases; R. Phrase; S. Phrase;
There are no ‘precautionary’ phases for this R 10: Flammable S 7/9; Keep container tightly closed at
product R 20/22; Harmful by inhalation well ventilated place
if swallowed S26: if contact with eyes rinse with
R 36/38: Wear suitable plenty of water, and seek
protective clothing medical advice
and gloves S36/37: Avoid contact with skin.
S51 : Use only in well ventilated areas

The information contained in this bulletin, to our knowledge true and accurate, but all recommendation and suggestion are made
without guarantee, since the condition of use are beyond our control. PT Sigma Utama disclaim any liability incurred in connection
with the use of those data or suggestion.

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