1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE / PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY / UNDERTAKING
ACID #8 AEROSOL
Product name:
ACID/AL
Product code:
1K ETCH PRIMER PAINT PRODUCT CONTAINING XYLENE, MIXTURE OF ISOMERS
Use of substance / preparation:
Classified as Hazardous according to criteria of NOHSC
U-POL Australia PTY Ltd.
Company name:
Unit A,
16 - 20 Cassola Place
Penrith
NSW 2777
Australia
Tel: 02 4731 2655
Fax: 02 4731 2611
Emergency tel: 0418 726 984
Email: technical@u-pol.com
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Extremely flammable. Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Irritating to
Main hazards:
respiratory system and skin. Risk of serious damage to eyes.
In use, may form flammable / explosive vapour-air mixture.
Other hazards:
There may be irritation and redness at the site of contact.
Skin contact:
There may be irritation and redness. The eyes may water profusely.
Eye contact:
There may be soreness and redness of the mouth and throat.
Ingestion:
There may be irritation of the throat with a feeling of tightness in the chest. Exposure may cause
Inhalation:
coughing or wheezing.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES (ACTION)
Remove all contaminated clothes and footwear immediately unless stuck to skin. Wash
Skin contact:
immediately with plenty of soap and water.
Bathe the eye with running water for 15 minutes. Consult a doctor.
Eye contact:
Wash out mouth with water. Consult a doctor.
Ingestion:
Remove casualty from exposure ensuring one's own safety whilst doing so. Consult a doctor.
Inhalation:
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Alcohol resistant foam. Water spray. Carbon dioxide. Dry chemical powder. Use water spray to
Extinguishing media:
cool containers.
Highly flammable. In combustion emits toxic fumes. Forms explosive air-vapour mixture. Vapour
Exposure hazards:
may travel considerable distance to source of ignition and flash back.
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Wear protective clothing to prevent contact with skin
Protection of fire-fighters:
and eyes.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Refer to section 8 of SDS for personal protection details. If outside do not approach from
Personal precautions:
downwind. If outside keep bystanders upwind and away from danger point. Mark out the
contaminated area with signs and prevent access to unauthorised personnel. Turn leaking
containers leak-side up to prevent the escape of liquid. Eliminate all sources of ignition.
Do not discharge into drains or rivers. Contain the spillage using bunding.
Environmental precautions:
Absorb into dry earth or sand. Transfer to a closable, labelled salvage container for disposal by
Clean-up procedures:
an appropriate method. Do not use equipment in clean-up procedure which may produce
sparks.
Avoid direct contact with the substance. Ensure there is sufficient ventilation of the area. Do
Handling requirements:
not handle in a confined space. Avoid the formation or spread of mists in the air. Smoking is
forbidden. Use non-sparking tools.
Store in cool, well ventilated area. Keep container tightly closed. Keep away from sources of
Storage conditions:
ignition. Prevent the build up of electrostatic charge in the immediate area. Ensure lighting and
electrical equipment are not a source of ignition.
Must only be kept in original packaging.
Suitable packaging:
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Workplace exposure limits
50 ppm
WEL (8 hr TWA):
100 ppm
WEL (15 min STEL):
Respirable dust
1 mg/m3
WEL (8 hr TWA):
DIMETHYL ETHER
Hazardous ingredients:
WEL (8 hr TWA): 766 mg/m3 WEL (15 min STEL): 958 mg/m3
XYLENE
WEL (8 hr TWA): 220 mg/m3 WEL (15 min STEL): 441 mg/m3
2-METHOXY-1-METHYLETHYL ACETATE
WEL (8 hr TWA): 274 mg/m3 WEL (15 min STEL): 548 mg/m3
ISOBUTANOL
WEL (8 hr TWA): 154 mg/m3 WEL (15 min STEL): 231 mg/m3
BUTAN-1-OL
WEL (15 min STEL): 154 mg/m3
Ensure there is sufficient ventilation of the area. Ensure lighting and electrical equipment are not
Engineering measures:
a source of ignition.
Gas/vapour filter, type A: organic vapours (EN141).
Respiratory protection:
Nitrile gloves.
Hand protection:
Safety goggles. Ensure eye bath is to hand.
Eye protection:
Protective clothing with elasticated cuffs and closed neck.
Skin protection:
Insoluble
Solubility in water:
Most organic solvents.
Also soluble in:
-40
Flash point癈:
0.75
Relative density:
675
VOC g/l:
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stable under normal conditions. Stable at room temperature.
Stability:
Heat. Hot surfaces. Sources of ignition. Flames.
Conditions to avoid:
Strong oxidising agents. Strong acids.
Materials to avoid:
In combustion emits toxic fumes of carbon dioxide / carbon monoxide.
Haz. decomp. products:
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
XYLENE
Hazardous ingredients:
ORL MUS LD50 2119 mg/kg
ORL RAT LD50 4300 mg/kg
SCU RAT LD50 1700 mg/kg
2-METHOXY-1-METHYLETHYL ACETATE
IPR MUS LD50 750 mg/kg
ORL RAT LD50 8532 mg/kg
ISOBUTANOL
IVN MUS LD50 417 mg/kg
IVN RAT LD50 340 mg/kg
ORL RAT LD50 2460 mg/kg
BUTAN-1-OL
IVN RAT LD50 310 mg/kg
ORL MUS LD50 2680 mg/kg
ORL RAT LD50 790 mg/kg
Refer to section 4 of SDS for routes of exposure and corresponding symptoms.
Routes of exposure:
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Readily absorbed into soil.
Mobility:
Biodegradable.
Persistence and degradability:
No bioaccumulation potential.
Bioaccumulative potential:
Negligible ecotoxicity.
Other adverse effects:
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
D1 Tipping above or underground (e.g. landfill, etc.).
Disposal operations:
R1 Solvent reclamation/regeneration.
Dispose of as normal industrial waste.
Disposal of packaging:
R12: Extremely flammable.
Risk phrases:
R20/21/22: Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
R37/38: Irritating to respiratory system and skin.
R41: Risk of serious damage to eyes.
S2: Keep out of the reach of children.
Safety phrases:
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.
S36/37/39: Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye / face protection.
S38: In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment.
Pressurized container: protect from sunlight and do not expose to temperatures exceeding
Precautionary phrases:
50癈. Do not pierce or burn, even after use.
Do not spray on a naked flame or any incandescent material. Keep away from sources of
ignition - No smoking. Keep out of the reach of children.
XYLENE; BUTAN-1-OL; THERMOPLASTIC ACRYLIC RESIN; INERT FILLER
1
Water hazard class:
The regulatory information given above only indicates the principal regulations specifically
Note:
applicable to the product described in the safety data sheet. The user's attention is drawn to
the possible existence of additional provisions which complete these regulations. Refer to all
applicable national, international and local regulations or provisions.
US VOC CONVERSION FACTOR 250 g/l = 2.1 lb/gal
16. OTHER INFORMATION
This safety data sheet is prepared in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006.
Other information:
FOR PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY. Read full instructions before use.
IMPORTANT: This product contains hazardous materials and therefore appropriate personal
protective equipment should always be used.
Please refer to the label and consult the material safety data sheet for full handling instructions
and personal protection information. These are available via your local stockist or via the
U-POL website at WWW.U-POL.COM.
U-POL disclaim any liability where the user does not wear the recommended personal protective
equipment.
R12: Extremely flammable.
Risk phrases used in s.3:
R10: Flammable.
R20/21: Harmful by inhalation and in contact with skin.
R38: Irritating to skin.
R36: Irritating to eyes.
R37/38: Irritating to respiratory system and skin.
R41: Risk of serious damage to eyes.
R67: Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.
R22: Harmful if swallowed.
The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall
Legal disclaimer:
be used only as a guide. Addition of reducers, hardeners and other additives over and above
U-POL's recommendations for use, may substantially alter the composition and hazards of the
product. Since conditions of use are outside our control, this company shall not be held liable
for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product.