Safety Data Sheet
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE MATERIAL AND SUPPLIER
Product Name: 920-08925 DULUX EPOXY THINNER
Recommended Use: Paint thinner.
Supplier: Dulux Australia, a division of DuluxGroup (Australia) Pty Ltd
ABN: 67 000 049 427
Street Address: 1956 Dandenong Road,
Clayton, Victoria
Australia
Telephone Number: +61 3 9263 5678
Facsimile: +61 3 9263 5777
Emergency Telephone: 1 800 033 111 (ALL HOURS)
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
This material is hazardous according to criteria of Safe Work Australia; HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE.
Classified as Dangerous Goods by the criteria of the Australian Dangerous Goods Code (ADG Code) for Transport by
Road and Rail; DANGEROUS GOODS.
Risk Phrases: Flammable. Irritating to respiratory system. Toxic to aquatic organisms. May cause
long term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. Harmful: May cause lung
damage if swallowed. Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.
Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.
Safety Phrases: Keep away from sources of ignition - No Smoking. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Do not empty into drains. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory
equipment. Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions safety
data sheets.
Poisons Schedule: S5 Caution.
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Components CAS Number Proportion Risk Phrases
Propylene glycol monomethyl ether 107-98-2 30-60% R10
Solvent naphtha (petroleum), light arom. 64742-95-6 10-<30% R65
1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene 95-63-6 10-<30% R10 R20 R36/37/38
R51/53
Xylene 1330-20-7 1-<10% R10 R20/21 R38
Propylbenzene and Isopropylbenzene (Cumene) - 1-<10% R37; R65
1,3,5-Trimethyl benzene 108-67-8 1-<10% R37 R51/53
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
For advice, contact a Poisons Information Centre (e.g. phone Australia 131 126; New Zealand 0800 764 766) or a doctor.
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Inhalation:
Remove victim from area of exposure - avoid becoming a casualty. Remove contaminated clothing and loosen remaining
clothing. Allow patient to assume most comfortable position and keep warm. Keep at rest until fully recovered. If patient
finds breathing difficult and develops a bluish discolouration of the skin (which suggests a lack of oxygen in the blood -
cyanosis), ensure airways are clear of any obstruction and have a qualified person give oxygen through a face mask.
Apply artificial respiration if patient is not breathing. Seek immediate medical advice.
Skin Contact:
If skin or hair contact occurs, immediately remove any contaminated clothing and wash skin and hair thoroughly with
running water. A component of this material can be absorbed through the skin with resultant toxic effects. Seek immediate
medical assistance.
Eye Contact:
If in eyes, wash out immediately with water. In all cases of eye contamination it is a sensible precaution to seek medical
advice.
Ingestion:
If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting. Give a glass of water. Seek immediate medical assistance.
Medical attention and special treatment:
Treat symptomatically.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Hazards from combustion products:
Flammable liquid. On burning will emit toxic fumes, including those of oxides of carbon .
Precautions for fire fighters and special protective equipment:
Keep containers cool with water spray. If safe to do so, remove containers from path of fire. Fire fighters to wear self-
contained breathing apparatus and suitable protective clothing if risk of exposure to vapour or products of combustion.
Suitable Extinguishing Media:
Alcohol resistant foam is the preferred firefighting medium but, if it is not available, normal protein foam can be used.
Hazchem Code: ?3Y
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Emergency procedures:
If contamination of sewers or waterways has occurred advise local emergency services.
Methods and materials for containment and clean up:
Shut off all possible sources of ignition. Clear area of all unprotected personnel. Slippery when spilt. Avoid accidents,
clean up immediately. Wear protective equipment to prevent skin and eye contact and breathing in vapours. Work up
wind or increase ventilation. Contain - prevent run off into drains and waterways. Use absorbent (soil, sand or other inert
material). Collect and seal in properly labelled containers or drums for disposal.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
This material is a Scheduled Poison S5 and must be stored, maintained and used in accordance with the relevant
regulations.
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Conditions for safe storage:
Store away from sources of heat or ignition. Store away from foodstuffs. Store away from incompatible materials
described in Section 10. Keep containers closed when not in use - check regularly for leaks.
Precautions for safe handling:
Avoid skin and eye contact and breathing in vapour. May form flammable vapour mixtures with air. All potential sources
of ignition (open flames, pilot lights, furnaces, spark producing switches and electrical equipment etc) must be eliminated
both in and near the work area. Do NOT smoke. Flameproof equipment is necessary in all areas where this chemical is
being used. Nearby equipment must be earthed. Vapour may travel a considerable distance to source of ignition and
flash back.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Occupational Exposure Limits: No value assigned for this specific material by the National Occupational Health and
Safety Commission. However, Exposure Standard(s) for constituent(s):
Cumene: 8hr TWA = 125 mg/m3 (25 ppm), 15 min STEL = 375 mg/m3 (75 ppm), Sk
Propylene glycol monomethyl ether: 8hr TWA = 369 mg/m3 (100 ppm), 15 min STEL = 553 mg/m3 (150 ppm)
Trimethyl benzene: 8hr TWA = 123 mg/m3 (25 ppm)
Xylene (o-, m-, p- isomers): 8hr TWA = 350 mg/m3 (80 ppm), 15 min STEL = 655 mg/m3 (150 ppm)
As published by the National Occupational Health and Safety Commission.
No Exposure Standards assigned to other constituents.
TWA - The time-weighted average airborne concentration over an eight-hour working day, for a five-day working week
over an entire working life.
STEL (Short Term Exposure Limit) - the average airborne concentration over a 15 minute period which should not be
exceeded at any time during a normal eight hour work day. According to current knowledge this concentration should
neither impair the health of, nor cause undue discomfort to, nearly all workers.
`Sk' Notice - absorption through the skin may be a significant source of exposure. The exposure standard is invalidated if
such contact should occur.
These Exposure Standards are guides to be used in the control of occupational health hazards. All atmospheric
contamination should be kept to as low a level as is workable. These exposure standards should not be used as fine
dividing lines between safe and dangerous concentrations of chemicals. They are not a measure of relative toxicity.
Engineering controls:
Ensure ventilation is adequate and that air concentrations of components are controlled below quoted Exposure
Standards. Vapour heavier than air - prevent concentration in hollows or sumps. DO NOT enter confined spaces where
vapour may have collected. Keep containers closed when not in use.
Personal Protective Equipment:
The selection of PPE is dependant on a detailed risk assessment. The risk assessment should consider the work
situation, the physical form of the chemical, the handling methods, and environmental factors.
Personal Protection: G - OVERALLS, SAFETY SHOES, SAFETY GLASSES, GLOVES, RESPIRATOR.
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Wear overalls, safety glasses and impervious gloves. Use with adequate ventilation. If inhalation risk exists wear organic
vapour respirator meeting the requirements of AS/NZS 1715 and AS/NZS 1716. Always wash hands before smoking,
eating, drinking or using the toilet. Wash contaminated clothing and other protective equipment before storage or re-use.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical state: Liquid
Colour: Colourless
Odour: Solvent
Solubility: Insoluble in water. Soluble in organic solvents.
Specific Gravity: 0.889 @20癈
Relative Vapour Density (air=1): >1
Vapour Pressure (20 癈): Not available
Flash Point (癈): >23
Flammability Limits (%): Not available
Autoignition Temperature (癈): Not available
% Volatile by Volume: 100
Solubility in water (g/L): Negligible
Melting Point/Range (癈): Not applicable
Boiling Point/Range (癈): Not available
Decomposition Point (癈): Not available
pH: Not applicable
Viscosity: Not available
Evaporation Rate: Not available
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical stability: Stable under normal conditions of use.
Conditions to avoid: Avoid contact with foodstuffs. Avoid exposure to heat, sources of ignition, and open
flame.
Incompatible materials: Incompatible with oxidising agents.
Hazardous decomposition Oxides of carbon.
products:
Hazardous reactions: None known.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No adverse health effects expected if the product is handled in accordance with this Safety Data Sheet and the product
label. Symptoms or effects that may arise if the product is mishandled and overexposure occurs are:
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Ingestion: Swallowing can result in nausea, vomiting and central nervous system depression. If
the victim is showing signs of central system depression (like those of drunkeness)
there is greater likelihood of the patient breathing in vomit and causing damage to
the lungs. Breathing in vomit may lead to aspiration pneumonia (inflammation of the
lung).
Eye contact: May be an eye irritant.
Skin contact: Contact with skin may result in irritation. Will have a degreasing action on the skin.
Repeated or prolonged skin contact may lead to irritant contact dermatitis.
Component/s of this material can be absorbed through the skin with resultant toxic
effects.
Inhalation: Material is irritant to the mucous membranes of the respiratory tract (airways).
Breathing in vapour can result in headaches, dizziness, drowsiness, and possible
nausea. Breathing in high concentrations can produce central nervous system
depression, which can lead to loss of co-ordination, impaired judgement and if
exposure is prolonged, unconsciousness.
Long Term Effects:
No information available for the product.
Toxicological Data: No LD50 data available for the product.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity Avoid contaminating waterways.
Aquatic toxicity: Toxic to aquatic organisms. May cause long term adverse effects in the aquatic
environment.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Disposal methods:
Refer to Waste Management Authority. Dispose of material through a licensed waste contractor. Advise flammable
nature. Normally suitable for incineration by an approved agent.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Road and Rail Transport
Classified as Dangerous Goods by the criteria of the Australian Dangerous Goods Code (ADG Code) for Transport by
Road and Rail; DANGEROUS GOODS.
FLAMMABLE
LIQUID
3
UN No: 1263
Class-primary 3 Flammable Liquid
Packing Group: III
Proper Shipping Name: PAINT RELATED MATERIAL
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Hazchem Code: ?3Y
Marine Transport
Classified as Dangerous Goods by the criteria of the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG Code) for
transport by sea; DANGEROUS GOODS.
UN No: 1263
Class-primary: 3 Flammable Liquid
Packing Group: III
Proper Shipping Name: PAINT RELATED MATERIAL
Air Transport
Classified as Dangerous Goods by the criteria of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Dangerous Goods
Regulations for transport by air; DANGEROUS GOODS.
UN No: 1263
Class-primary: 3 Flammable Liquid
Packing Group: III
Proper Shipping Name: PAINT RELATED MATERIAL
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Classification: This material is hazardous according to criteria of Safe Work Australia;
HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE.
Hazard Category: Xn: Harmful
Xi: Irritant
Risk Phrase(s): R10: Flammable.
R37: Irritating to respiratory system.
R51/53: Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the
aquatic environment.
R65: Harmful: May cause lung damage if swallowed.
R66: Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.
R67: Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.
Safety Phrase(s): S16: Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
S24/25: Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
S29: Do not empty into drains.
S38: In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment.
S61: Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions Safety Data
Sheets.
Poisons Schedule: S5 Caution.
All the constituents of this material are listed on the Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS).
16. OTHER INFORMATION
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Reason(s) for Issue:
Revised Primary MSDS
Alignment to HSNO requirements
This safety data sheet has been prepared by SH&E Shared Services.
This SDS summarises to our best knowledge at the date of issue, the chemical health and safety hazards of the material
and general guidance on how to safely handle the material in the workplace. Since DuluxGroup Limited cannot anticipate
or control the conditions under which the product may be used, each user must, prior to usage, assess and control the
risks arising from its use of the material.
If clarification or further information is needed, the user should contact their DuluxGroup representative or DuluxGroup
Limited at the contact details on page 1.
DuluxGroup Limited's responsibility for the material as sold is subject to the terms and conditions of sale, a copy of which
is available upon request.
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