MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
ICI Paints North America
TRAFFIC PAINT WATER REDUCIBLE ACRYLIC
Paints prepared 11/16/05
HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION (ANSI Section 3) storage or salvage vessels. Use absorbent to pick up excess residue. Keep salvageable material and
rinse water out of sewers and water courses. Small spills - use absorbent to pick up residue and
Primary route(s) of exposure : Inhalation, skin contact, eye contact, ingestion.
dispose of properly.
Effects of overexposure :
Inhalation : Irritation of respiratory tract. Prolonged inhalation may lead to mucous membrane
HANDLING AND STORAGE (ANSI Section 7)
irritation, drowsiness, dizziness and/or lightheadedness, headache, nausea, coughing, sneezing,
Handling and storage : Store below 100f (38c). Keep away from heat, sparks and open flame. Keep
apathy, central nervous system depression, kidney damage, loss of consciousness.
from freezing.
Skin contact : Irritation of skin. Prolonged or repeated contact can cause dermatitis, defatting.
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Other precautions : Use only with adequate ventilation. Do not take internally. Keep out of reach of
Possible sensitization to skin. Skin contact may result in dermal absorption of component(s) of
children. Avoid contact with skin and eyes, and breathing of vapors. Wash hands thoroughly after
this product which may cause central nervous system depression.
handling, especially before eating or smoking. Keep containers tightly closed and upright when not
Eye contact : Irritation of eyes. Prolonged or repeated contact can cause conjunctivitis, tearing of
in use. Avoid conditions which result in formation of inhalable particles such as spraying or abrading
eyes, redness of eyes, corneal injury.
(sanding) painted surfaces. If such conditions cannot be avoided, use appropriate respiratory
Ingestion : Ingestion may cause mouth and throat irritation, dizziness and/or lightheadedness,
protection as directed under exposure controls/personal protection. Empty containers may contain
headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, gastro-intestinal disturbances, severe abdominal pain,
hazardous residues. Ground equipment when transferring to prevent accumulation of static charge.
abdominal pain, apathy, central nervous system depression, respiratory problems, intoxication,
kidney damage, pulmonary edema, blindness, loss of consciousness, acute poisoning,
EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION (ANSI Section 8)
respiratory failure, cardiac failure, brain damage, death.
Medical conditions aggravated by exposure : Eye, skin, respiratory disorders, asthma-like Respiratory protection : Control environmental concentrations below applicable exposure standards
conditions, kidney disorders, liver disorders, respiratory disorders. when using this material. When respiratory protection is determined to be necessary, use a
NIOSH/MSHA (Canadian z94.4) Approved elastomeric sealing- surface facepiece respirator
FIRST-AID MEASURES (ANSI Section 4) outfitted with organic vapor cartridges and paint spray (dust/mist) prefilters. Determine the proper
level of protection by conducting appropriate air monitoring. Consult 29CFR1910.134 For selection
Inhalation : Remove to fresh air. Restore and support continued breathing. Get emergency medical
of respirators (Canadian z94.4).
attention. Have trained person give oxygen if necessary. Get medical help for any breathing
Ventilation : Provide dilution ventilation or local exhaust to prevent build-up of vapors.
difficulty. Remove to fresh air if inhalation causes eye watering, headaches, dizziness, or other
Personal protective equipment : Eye wash, safety shower, safety glasses or goggles. Impervious
discomfort.
gloves, impervious clothing.
Skin contact : Wash thoroughly with soap and water. If any product remains, gently rub petroleum
jelly, vegetable or mineral/baby oil onto skin. Repeated applications may be needed. Remove
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STABILITY AND REACTIVITY (ANSI Section 10)
contaminated clothing. Wash contaminated clothing before re-use.
Eye contact : Flush immediately with large amounts of water, especially under lids for at least 15 Under normal conditions : Stable see section 5 fire fighting measures
minutes. If irritation or other effects persist, obtain medical treatment. Materials to avoid : Oxidizers, acids, reducing agents, bases, aluminum, ammonium salts,
Ingestion : If swallowed, obtain medical treatment immediately. magnesium. Nitrates.
Conditions to avoid : Elevated temperatures, contact with oxidizing agent, freezing, sparks, open
FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES (ANSI Section 5) flame.
Hazardous polymerization : Will not occur
Fire extinguishing media : Dry chemical or foam water fog. Carbon dioxide. Closed containers may
burst if exposed to extreme heat or fire. Dust explosion hazard. May decompose under fire conditions
TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION (ANSI Section 11)
emitting irritant and/or toxic gases. In closed tanks, water or foam may cause frothing or eruption.
Fire fighting procedures : Water may be used to cool and protect exposed containers. Firefighters Supplemental health information : Contains a chemical that is moderately toxic by ingestion.
should use full protective clothing, eye protection, and self-contained breathing apparatus. Contains a chemical that may be absorbed through skin. Notice - reports have associated
Hazardous decomposition or combustion products : Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, oxides of repeated and prolonged occupational overexposure to solvents with permanent brain and
nitrogen, oxides of sulfur, toxic gases. Oxides of calcium. nervous system damage. Intentional misuse by deliberately concentrating and inhaling the
contents may be harmful or fatal. Contains methanol. Human health effects related to methanol
overexposure may include nausea, headache, weakness, temporary nervous system depression
ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES (ANSI Section 6)
(as evidenced by anesthetic effects such as dizziness, headache, confusion, incoordination, loss
Steps to be taken in case material is released or spilled : Comply with all applicable health and
of conciousness), or blindness. Higher exposures may lead to abnormal liver and kidney
environmental regulations. Eliminate all sources of ignition. Ventilate area. Spills may be collected
function. Ingestion of as little as 60 ml of methanol may cause blind- ness or fatality. Methanol
with absorbent materials. Evacuate all unnecessary personnel. Place collected material in proper
cannot be made nonpoisonous. Other effects of overexposure may include toxicity to liver,
container. Complete personal protective equipment must be used during cleanup. Vacuum with
kidney, lungs, central nervous system.
grounded equipment. Large spills - shut off leak if safe to do so. Dike and contain spill. Pump to
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The information contained herein is based on data available at the time of preparation of this data sheet which ICI Paints believes to be reliable. However, no warranty is expressed or implied regarding the accuracy of this
data. ICI Paints shall not be responsible for the use of this information, or of any product, method or apparatus mentioned and you must make your own determination of its suitability and completeness for your own use,
for the protection of the environment, and the health and safety of your employees and the users of this material.
Complies with OSHA hazard communication standard 29CFR1910.1200.
Carcinogenicity : Inhalation of non-asbestiform cosmetic grade talc for 2 years at 6 and 18 mg/m3 produced Teratogenicity : Some laboratory test results have shown ethylene glycol to be an animal teratogen. However,
clear evidence of carcinogenicity in female rats (lung and adrenal tumors) and some evidence of an expert panel convened by the national toxicology program's center for the evaluation of risks to
carcinogenicity in male rats (adrenal tumors). No evidence of carcinogenicity was demonstrated in male human reproduction (cerhr) conducted a review of the scientific literature and concluded that ethylene
and female mice exposed under the same conditions. Microscopic examination of the lungs of rats and glycol does not present a significant concern with respect to developmental and reproductive toxicity in
mice exposed to talc revealed additional exposure related effects primarily associated with the humans.
inflammatory response. Treatment related nasal tumors were observed in rats and mice exposed to vinyl
acetate via inhalation at 600 ppm for 2 years. The international agency for research on cancer (IARC) ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION (ANSI Section 12)
has classified carbon black as possibly carcinogenic to humans (group 2b) based on sufficient evidence
No ecological testing has been done by ICI paints on this product as a whole.
in animals and inadequate evidence in humans. In a lifetime inhalation study, exposure to 250 mg/m3
titanium dioxide resulted in the development of lung tumors in rats. These tumors occurred only at dust
DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS (ANSI Section 13)
levels that overwhelmed the animals' lung clearance mechanisms and were different from common
human lung tumors in both type and location. The relevance of these findings to humans is unknown but Waste disposal : Dispose in accordance with all applicable regulations. Avoid discharge to natural waters.
questionable.
Reproductive effects : No reproductive effects are anticipated REGULATORY INFORMATION (ANSI Section 15)
Mutagenicity : No mutagenic effects are anticipated
As of the date of this MSDS, all of the components in this product are listed (or are otherwise exempt from
listing) on the TSCA inventory. This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the
CPR (controlled products regulations) and the MSDS contains all the information required by the CPR.
Physical Data (ANSI Sections 1, 9, and 14)
Product VOC % Volatile Flash Boiling
Description Wt. / Gal. HMIS DOT, proper shipping name
Code gr. / ltr. by Volume Point Range
20087 traffic paint water-reducible acrylic - lead free yellow 1 gal. 11.64 131.00 n/d above 200f n/d paint ** protect from freezing **
20088 traffic paint water-reducible acrylic - lead free yellow 5 gal. 4800 line 11.64 131.00 n/d above 200f n/d paint ** protect from freezing **
20089 4800 line acrylic traffic paint blue 1 gal 12.70 150.00 n/d above 200f n/d paint ** protect from freezing **
20090 4800 line acrylic traffic paint blue 5 gal 12.70 150.00 n/d above 200f n/d paint ** protect from freezing **
22683 4800 line acrylic traffic paint white 5 gal 11.80 114.00 n/d above 200f n/d paint ** protect from freezing **
25524 4800 line acrylic traffic paint white 1 gal 11.80 114.00 n/d above 200f n/d paint ** protect from freezing **
26565 4800 line acrylic traffic paint black 1 gal 10.88 95.00 n/d above 200f n/d paint ** protect from freezing **
26566 4800 line acrylic traffic paint black 5 gal 10.88 95.00 n/d above 200f n/d paint ** protect from freezing **
43613 4800 line traffic paint water-reducible acrylic - red 13.33 67.00 n/d above 200f n/d paint ** protect from freezing **
43614 4800 line acrylic traffic paint lead free red 5 gallons 13.33 67.00 n/d above 200f n/d paint ** protect from freezing **
Ingredients Product Codes with % by Weight (ANSI Section 2)
Chemical Name Common Name CAS. No. 20087 20088 20089 20090 22683 25524 26565 26566 43613 43614
1,2-ethanediol ethylene glycol 107-21-1 1-5 1-5
vinyl acetate monomer vinyl acetate monomer 108-05-4 .1-1.0 .1-1.0 .1-1.0 .1-1.0
limestone limestone 1317-65-3 50-60 50-60 30-40 30-40 40-50 40-50
carbon black carbon black 1333-86-4 1-5 1-5
titanium oxide titanium dioxide 13463-67-7 1-5 1-5 5-10 5-10
talc talc 14807-96-6 5-10 5-10 5-10 5-10 10-20 10-20
2-propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, polymer with acrylic latex 25035-69-2 5-10 5-10
butyl 2-propenoate and methyl 2-methyl-2-
propenoate
2-propenoic acid, butyl ester, polymer with vinyl acrylic latex 25067-01-0 10-20 10-20 10-20 10-20
ethenyl acetate
propanoic acid, 2-methyl-, monoester with texanol 25265-77-4 1-5 1-5 1-5 1-5 1-5 1-5
2,2,4-trimethyl-1,3-pentanediol
2-propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, methyl ester, acrylic polymer 25852-37-3 10-20 10-20
polymer with butyl 2-propenoate
calcium carbonate calcium carbonate 471-34-1 30-40 30-40 20-30 20-30
butanamide, 2-((4-methoxy-2- yellow pigment 6528-34-3 1-5 1-5
nitrophenyl)azo))- n-(2-methoxyphenyl)-3-
oxo-
methanol methyl alcohol 67-56-1 1-5 1-5 1-5 1-5 1-5 1-5 1-5 1-5
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Ingredients (Continued) Product Codes with % by Weight (ANSI Section 2)
Chemical Name Common Name CAS. No. 20087 20088 20089 20090 22683 25524 26565 26566 43613 43614
water water 7732-18-5 30-40 30-40 20-30 20-30 30-40 30-40 40-50 40-50 20-30 20-30
trade secret trade secret Sup. Conf. 1-5 1-5
vinyl acetate polymer vinyl acetate polymer Sup. Conf. 10-20 10-20
Chemical Hazard Data (ANSI Sections 2, 8, 11, and 15)
ACGIH-TLV OSHA-PEL S.R.
S2 S3 CC
Std.
Common Name CAS. No. 8-Hour TWA STEL C S 8-Hour TWA STEL C S H M N I O
ethylene glycol 107-21-1 not est. not est. 100 mg/m3 not est. not est. not est. not est. not est. not est. n y y y n n n n
vinyl acetate monomer 108-05-4 10 ppm 15 ppm not est. not est. not est. not est. not est. not est. not est. y y y y n n y n
limestone 1317-65-3 10 mg/m3 not est. not est. not est. 5 mg/m3 not est. not est. not est. not est. n n n n n n n n
carbon black 1333-86-4 3.5 mg/m3 not est. not est. not est. 3.5 mg/m3 not est. not est. not est. not est. n n n n n n y n
titanium dioxide 13463-67-7 10 mg/m3 not est. not est. not est. 10 mg/m3 not est. not est. not est. not est. n n n n n n n n
talc 14807-96-6 2 mg/m3 not est. not est. not est. not est. not est. not est. not est. not est. n n n n n n n n
vinyl acrylic latex 25067-01-0 not est. not est. not est. not est. not est. not est. not est. not est. not est. n n n n n n n n
texanol 25265-77-4 not est. not est. not est. not est. not est. not est. not est. not est. not est. n n n n n n n n
calcium carbonate 471-34-1 10 mg/m3 not est. not est. not est. 5 mg/m3 not est. not est. not est. not est. n n n n n n n n
yellow pigment 6528-34-3 not est. not est. not est. not est. not est. not est. not est. not est. not est. n n n n n n n n
methyl alcohol 67-56-1 200 ppm 250 ppm not est. y 200 ppm not est. not est. not est. not est. n y y y n n n n
trade secret Sup. Conf. not est. not est. not est. not est. not est. not est. not est. not est. not est. n n n n n n n n
Footnotes: H=Hazardous Air Pollutant, M=Marine Pollutant
C=Ceiling - Concentration that S=Skin - Additional exposure, n/a=not applicable ppm=parts per million S2=Sara Section 302 EHS P=Pollutant, S=Severe Pollutant
should not be exceeded, over and above airborn exposure, not est=not established mg/m3=milligrams per cubic meter S3=Sara Section 313 Chemical Carcinogenicity Listed By:
even instantaneously. may result from skin absorption. CC=CERCLA Chemical Sup Conf=Supplier Confidential S.R.Std.=Supplier Recommended Standard N=NTP, I=IARC, O=OSHA, y=yes, n=no
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