MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Armstrong World Industries, Inc.
Environment, Health and Safety Division: Building Products
2500 Columbia Avenue, P.O. Box 3001
Lancaster, PA 17604 Date: 8/28/00 (replaces 6/1/00)
Telephone (717) 396-2328 or 396-2935
N/A = Not applicable or Not Available
Issued By : Safety, Health and N/K = None Known or Not Known
Industrial Hygiene Department
Department of Transportation Information
HMIS ( 0 = minimal hazard, 4 = severe hazard ) Shipping name : Aerosols (LP Gas Propellant &
Health =2 Acetone)
Flammability = 4 Hazard Class : 2.1 (Flammable Gas)
Reactivity =1 ID No : UN 1950
PG: N/A (Armstrong White Aerosol
Paint)
Emergency Only Contact: CHEM-TEL 800-255-3924
I. Product Information
A. Product Name : Armstrong White Aerosol Paint - MSDS # 8
B. Chemical Name and Synonyms : Lead Free Acrylic Lacquer
C. Chemical or Product Family : N/A
II. Ingredient Information
A. Hazardous Components C.A.S No. % OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV
( Chemical Identity; Common Name )
Acetone 67-64-1 35-45 750 ppm 500 ppm
STEL: 1000 ppm STEL: 750 ppm
Toluene 108-88-3 5-10 100 ppm 50 ppm
STEL: 150 ppm (Skin)
Methyl Ethyl Ketone 78-93-3 5-10 200 ppm 200 ppm
STEL: 300 ppm STEL: 300 ppm
Xylene 1330-20-7 0-5 100 ppm 100 ppm
STEL: 150 ppm STEL: 150 ppm
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether Acetate 108-65-6 0-5 N/A N/A
Propellant:
Propane 74-98-6 15-20 1000 ppm 2500 ppm
N-Butane 106-97-8 5-10 800 ppm 800 ppm
This product formulation does not contain asbestos.
III. Physical Data
A. Appearance and Color : Clear White
B. Boiling Point ( degrees F ) : Lower - 1.00 degree F - Higher - 999.00 degree F
C. Vapor pressure ( mm Hg @ 20 degrees C ) : 5585.2
D. Vapor density ( Air = 1 ) : N/A
E. Solubility in Water : N/A
F. Specific Gravity ( H2O = 1 ) : .7740
G. Percent Volatile by weight ( 30 min. @ 275 degrees F ) : N/A
H. Evaporation Rate ( Butyl Acetate = 1 ) : 7.7
I. pH : N/A
Continued : Armstrong White Aerosol Paint - MSDS # 8 Date: 8/28/00 (replaces 6/1/00)
IV. Fire and Explosion Data
A. Flash point : Below 25 degrees F (Tag Open Cup)
B. Flammable Range : LEL = 1; UEL = 13.10
C. Extinguishing Media : Carbon dioxide, dry chemical, or foam
D. Special Fire Fighting Procedures : Protect fire fighters from toxic products of combustion by wearing self contained
breathing apparatus.
E. Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards : Closed containers in a fire may rupture due to pressure build-up; use water
to cool containers to prevent this.
V. Health Data
A. Primary Route (s) of Entry: Inhalation, skin, and eye contact
B. Target Organs: Lungs, skin and eyes
Effects of Overexposure :
Skin and Eyes: Excessive skin contact may cause drying and cracking of the skin, and result in dermatitis. Contact with
eyes will cause irritation and defatting of tissue.
Inhalation: High concentrations of vapors are anesthetic, will irritate the respiratory tract, and cause nervous system
depression characterized by drowsiness, lightheadedness, headaches, dizziness, staggering, confusion, unconsciousness
or coma.
C. Carcinogenicity: NTP : No IARC Monographs : No OSHA Regulated : No
D. Medical Conditions Generally aggravated by Exposure: Any condition generally aggravated by solvents, including
preexisting upper respiratory and lung disease such as, but not limited to bronchitis, emphysema, and asthma.
E. First Aid Procedures:
Skin and Eyes: Wash affected area with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing. Flush eyes immediately with
large amounts of water for 15 minutes. Call physician immediately.
Inhalation: For inhalation overexposure, move person to fresh air. If breathing stops, apply artificial respiration and seek
medical attention.
VI. Reactivity Data
A. Stability : Stable
B. Incompatibility: Strong oxidizing agents.
C. Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and other toxic vapors and gases that are
common to thermal degradation of organic compounds.
D. Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
VII. Spill or Leak Procedures
A. Steps to be taken if material is released or spilled : Remove all sources of ignition, ventilate area of spill and adjacent
low lying areas. Remove with inert absorbent and non sparking tools.
B. Waste Disposal method : Dispose in accordance with federal, state and local waste disposal regulations.
Do not incinerate closed containers.
C. This product contains chemicals subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of Title III of the Superfund
Amendment and Reauthorization Act of 1986 and 40 CFR Part 372.
Continued: Armstrong White Aerosol Paint - MSDS #8 Date 8/28/00 (replaces 6/1/00)
VIII. Special Protection Information
A. Ventilation: Use natural cross-ventilation, local (mechanical) pick-up, and/or general area (mechanical) ventilation to prevent
an accumulation to solvent vapors, keeping in mind that the ventilation pattern must remove the heavier-than-air solvent
vapors from the lower levels of the work spaces. The ventilation should be sufficient to keep the solvent vapor
concentration below the TLV.
B. Respiratory Protection: With adequate ventilation, respiratory equipment should not be needed. If adequate ventilation
is not afforded, wear respiratory equipment approved for organic vapors.
C. Skin and Eye Protection: During the handling of this material, impervious gloves and chemical safety goggles should be
utilized to prevent skin and eye contact.
IX. Special Precautions
A. Precautions to be taken in handling and storage: Store in area suitable for flammable mixtures. Recommended storage
temperature is between 40 - 100 degrees F. Do not puncture. Keep out of the reach of children.
B. Other Precautions: Vapors are extremely flammable and are heavier-than-air. Prohibit smoking and eliminate all other
sources of ignition, such as regular electrical tools and appliances, making sure that pilots on gas-fired water heaters are
extinguished. Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors. Avoid contact with skin. Do not take internally. Intentional misuse
by deliberately concentrating and inhaling the contents of the aerosol can be harmful or fatal.
WARNING: This product contains toluene, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or
other reproductive harm.
The information presented herein is supplied as a guide to those who handle or use this product. Safe work practices must be
employed when working with any materials. It is important that the end user makes a determination regarding the adequacy
of the safety procedures employed during the use of this product.
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