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1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Product use : Industrial applications, Used by spraying.
Use of the substance/ : Thinner.
mixture
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Potential acute health effects
Eye contact : Causes serious eye irritation.
Inhalation : Can cause central nervous system (CNS) depression. May cause drowsiness or
dizziness.
Skin contact : Causes skin irritation. Defatting to the skin.
Ingestion : Can cause central nervous system (CNS) depression. May be fatal if swallowed and
enters airways.
Over-exposure signs/symptoms
Eye contact : Adverse symptoms may include the following:
pain or irritation
watering
redness
Inhalation : Adverse symptoms may include the following:
nausea or vomiting
headache
drowsiness/fatigue
dizziness/vertigo
unconsciousness
reduced foetal weight
increase in foetal deaths
skeletal malformations
Skin contact : Adverse symptoms may include the following:
irritation
redness
dryness
cracking
reduced foetal weight
increase in foetal deaths
skeletal malformations
Ingestion : Adverse symptoms may include the following:
nausea or vomiting
reduced foetal weight
increase in foetal deaths
skeletal malformations
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
6.2 Environmental : Avoid dispersal of spilt material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains
precautions and sewers. Inform the relevant authorities if the product has caused environmental
pollution (sewers, waterways, soil or air).
7.2 Conditions for safe : Storage temperature: 5 to 35°C (41 to 95°F). Store in accordance with local
storage, including any regulations. Store in a segregated and approved area. Store in original container
incompatibilities protected from direct sunlight in a dry, cool and well-ventilated area, away from
incompatible materials (see Section 10) and food and drink. Store locked up.
Eliminate all ignition sources. Separate from oxidizing materials. Keep container
tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Containers that have been opened must
be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage. Do not store in unlabelled
containers. Use appropriate containment to avoid environmental contamination. See
Section 10 for incompatible materials before handling or use.
Body protection : Personal protective equipment for the body should be selected based on the task
being performed and the risks involved and should be approved by a specialist
before handling this product. When there is a risk of ignition from static electricity,
wear anti-static protective clothing. For the greatest protection from static
discharges, clothing should include anti-static overalls, boots and gloves. Refer to
European Standard EN 1149 for further information on material and design
requirements and test methods.
Other skin protection Appropriate footwear and any additional skin protection measures should be
selected based on the task being performed and the risks involved and should be
approved by a specialist before handling this product.
Respiratory protection : Respirator selection must be based on known or anticipated exposure levels, the
hazards of the product and the safe working limits of the selected respirator. If
workers are exposed to concentrations above the exposure limit, they must use
appropriate, certified respirators. Use a properly fitted, air-purifying or air-fed
respirator complying with an approved standard if a risk assessment indicates this is
necessary. Wear a respirator conforming to EN140. Filter type: organic vapour
(Type A) and particulate filter P3
Environmental exposure : Emissions from ventilation or work process equipment should be checked to ensure
controls they comply with the requirements of environmental protection legislation. In some
cases, fume scrubbers, filters or engineering modifications to the process equipment
will be necessary to reduce emissions to acceptable levels.
10.3 Possibility of : Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous reactions will not occur.
hazardous reactions
10.4 Conditions to avoid : When exposed to high temperatures may produce hazardous decomposition
products.
Refer to protective measures listed in sections 7 and 8.
10.5 Incompatible materials : Keep away from the following materials to prevent strong exothermic reactions:
oxidising agents, strong alkalis, strong acids.
10.6 Hazardous : Depending on conditions, decomposition products may include the following
decomposition products materials: carbon oxides
Irritation/Corrosion
Conclusion/Summary
Skin : There are no data available on the mixture itself.
Eyes : There are no data available on the mixture itself.
Respiratory : There are no data available on the mixture itself.
Sensitisation
Conclusion/Summary
Skin : There are no data available on the mixture itself.
Respiratory : There are no data available on the mixture itself.
Mutagenicity
Conclusion/Summary : There are no data available on the mixture itself.
Carcinogenicity
Conclusion/Summary : There are no data available on the mixture itself.
Reproductive toxicity
Conclusion/Summary : There are no data available on the mixture itself.
Teratogenicity
Conclusion/Summary : There are no data available on the mixture itself.
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
Product/ingredient name Category Route of Target organs
exposure
butanone Category 3 Not applicable. Narcotic effects
ethyl acetate Category 3 Not applicable. Narcotic effects
toluene Category 3 Not applicable. Narcotic effects
2-methoxypropyl acetate Category 3 Not applicable. Respiratory tract
irritation
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
Product/ingredient name Category Route of Target organs
exposure
toluene Category 2 Not determined Not determined
Aspiration hazard
Product/ingredient name Result
toluene ASPIRATION HAZARD - Category 1
Exposure to component solvent vapour concentrations in excess of the stated occupational exposure limit may result in
adverse health effects such as mucous membrane and respiratory system irritation and adverse effects on the kidneys,
liver and central nervous system. Symptoms and signs include headache, dizziness, fatigue, muscular weakness,
drowsiness and, in extreme cases, loss of consciousness.
Solvents may cause some of the above effects by absorption through the skin. Repeated or prolonged contact with the
mixture may cause removal of natural fat from the skin, resulting in non-allergic contact dermatitis and absorption
through the skin.
If splashed in the eyes, the liquid may cause irritation and reversible damage.
Ingestion may cause nausea, diarrhea and vomiting.
This takes into account, where known, delayed and immediate effects and also chronic effects of components from
short-term and long-term exposure by oral, inhalation and dermal routes of exposure and eye contact.
Packaging
Methods of disposal : The generation of waste should be avoided or minimised wherever possible. Waste
packaging should be recycled. Incineration or landfill should only be considered
when recycling is not feasible.
Type of packaging European waste catalogue (EWC)
Container 15 01 10* packaging containing residues of or contaminated by
hazardous substances
Special precautions : This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way. Care should be
taken when handling emptied containers that have not been cleaned or rinsed out.
Empty containers or liners may retain some product residues. Vapour from product
residues may create a highly flammable or explosive atmosphere inside the
container. Do not cut, weld or grind used containers unless they have been cleaned
thoroughly internally. Avoid dispersal of spilt material and runoff and contact with
soil, waterways, drains and sewers.
Additional information
ADR/RID : None identified.
Tunnel code : (D/E)
14.6 Special precautions for : Transport within user’s premises: always transport in closed containers that are
user upright and secure. Ensure that persons transporting the product know what to do in
the event of an accident or spillage.
Seveso Directive
This product is controlled under the Seveso Directive.
Danger criteria
Category
P5c: Flammable liquids 2 and 3 not falling under P5a or P5b
7b: Highly flammable (R11)
15.2 Chemical safety : No Chemical Safety Assessment has been carried out.
assessment
Classification Justification
Flam. Liq. 2, H225 On basis of test data
Skin Irrit. 2, H315 Calculation method
Eye Irrit. 2, H319 Calculation method
Repr. 2, H361d (Unborn child) Calculation method
STOT SE 3, H336 Calculation method
STOT RE 2, H373 Calculation method
Asp. Tox. 1, H304 Calculation method
History
Date of issue/ Date of : 20 November 2017
revision
Date of previous issue : 13 October 2017
Prepared by : EHS
Version : 9.08
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