MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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PRODUCT NAME: BASECOAT BALANCER - SLOW HMIS CODES: H F R P
PRODUCT CODE: RSB-502-G 2*3 0 G
================== SECTION I - MANUFACTURER IDENTIFICATION =================
MANUFACTURED BY : MATRIX SYSTEM Automotive Finishes, Inc.
ADDRESS : 850 Ladd Rd., Bldg. E
Walled Lake, MI 48390
EMERGENCY PHONE : (800)424-9300 DATE PRINTED : 3/11/2008
INFORMATION PHONE : (800)-735-0303 PREPARER NAME: MSDS Coordinator
========== SECTION II - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS/SARA III INFORMATION =========
VAPOR PRESSURE WEIGHT
REPORTABLE COMPONENTS CAS NUMBER mm Hg @ TEMP PERCENT
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n-BUTYL ACETATE 123-86-4 8.4 68 F 16.75
ACGIH TLV TWA: 150 ppm
ACGIH TLV STEL: 200 ppm
OSHA VPEL TWA: 150 ppm
OSHA VPEL STEL: 200 ppm
1-methoxy-2-propanol acetate 108-65-6 3.68 68 F 5%-15%
* METHYL ETHYL KETONE 78-93-3 78 68 F 12.88
OSHA VPEL: 200 ppm TWA
OSHA VPEL: 300 ppm STEL
ACGIH TLV: 200 ppm TWA
ACGIH TLV: 300 ppm STEL
acrylic polyol/polymer/resin ******* 5%-15%
* TOLUENE 108-88-3 22 68 F 9.36
ACGIH TLV: 150 ppm STEL (SKIN)
ACGIH TLV: 50 ppm TWA (SKIN)
OSHA VPEL: 150 ppm STEL
OSHA VPEL: 100 ppm TWA
VM & P NAPHTHA 8032-32-4 5 68 F 8.6
ACGIH TLV: 375 ppm STEL
ACGIH TLV: 200 ppm TWA
OSHA PEL: 300 ppm TWA
OSHA PEL: 400 ppm STEL
ACETONE 67-64-1 185 68 F 5.77
ACGIH TLV STEL: 750 ppm
ACGIH TLV TWA: 500 ppm
OSHA VPEL TWA: 750 ppm
OSHA VPEL STEL: 1000 ppm
* XYLENES 1330-20-7 5.10 68 F 5.71
ACGIH TWA 100 ppm
ACGIH STEL 150 ppm
OSHA TWA 100 ppm
OSHA STEL 150 ppm
ethyl 3-ethoxypropionate 763-69-9 1.5 77 F 0%-10%
ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL 67-63-0 32 68 F 2.02
OSHA PEL: 400 ppm TWA
ACGIH TLV: 400 ppm TWA
ACGIH TLV: 500 ppm STEL
OSHA PEL: 500 ppm
OSHA STEL: 500 ppm
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* ETHYL BENZENE 100-41-4 5.1 68 F 1.04
OSHA PEL: 100 ppm TWA
ACGIH TVL: 100 ppm TWA
ethyl acetate 141-78-6 86 68 F .68
ACGIH TLV: 400 ppm TWA
OSHA PEL: 400 ppm TWA
butyl benzyl phthalate 85-68-7 8.6E-6 68 F .08
m-xylene 108-38-3 8.3 68 F .05
ACGIH TWA 100 ppm
ACGIH STEL 150 ppm
OSHA TWA 100 ppm
NIOSH 100 ppm
n-BUTYL ALCOHOL 71-36-3 4.4 68 F .03
OSHA VPEL: 50 ppm (SKIN)
ACGIH TLV: 50 ppm (SKIN)
p-xylene 106-42-3 8.60 68 F .02
ACGIH TWA 100 ppm
ACGIH STEL 150 ppm
OSHA TWA 100 ppm
NIOSH 100 ppm
o-xylene 95-47-6 5.20 68 F .02
ACGIH TWA 100 ppm
ACGIH STEL 150 ppm
OSHA TWA 100 ppm
NIOSH 100 ppm
FORMALDEHYDE 50-00-0 N/A N/A .0016
OSHA PEL: 0.75 ppm TWA
OSHA PEL: 2.00 ppm STEL
OSHA PEL: 0.5 ppm TWA ACTION LEVEL
ACGIH TLV: 0.3 ppm CEILING
{N230} 2-ETHOXYETHYL ACETATE 111-15-9 2 68 F 0%-5%
ACGIH TLV: 5 ppm SKIN
OSHA PEL: 100 ppm SKIN
{N230} 2-ETHOXYETHANOL 110-80-5 3.8 68 F .0008
OSHA PEL: 200 ppm TWA SKIN
ACGIH TLV: 5 ppm TWA SKIN
NIOSH: 0.5 ppm TWA
NIOSH: 500 ppm IDLH
* Indicates toxic chemical(s) subject to the reporting requirements of section 313 of Title III and of 40 CFR 372.
N/A
=============== SECTION III - PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS ============
BOILING RANGE: 133 F - 698 F SPECIFIC GRAVITY (H2O=1): .9
VAPOR DENSITY: Heavier than air EVAPORATION RATE: Slower than ether
V.O.C. grams/liter: 755.21 V.O.C. lbs./gal.: 6.3
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Insoluble SOLIDS BY VOLUME: 12.73
APPEARANCE AND ODOR: Clear liquid with organic solvent odor
================= SECTION IV - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA ==============
FLASH POINT: -4.0 F METHOD USED: TAGCC
FLAMMABLE LIMITS IN AIR BY VOLUME- LOWER: 0.9 UPPER: 15.7
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EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Foam, Carbon Dioxide, Dry Chemical, Water Fog
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING PROCEDURES
Full protective equipment, including self contained breathing apparatus, is recommended. Water from fog nozzles may be
used to cool closed containers to prevent pressure build up.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS
When heated above flashpoint, emits flammable vapors which, when mixed with air, can burn or become explosive. Fine
mists or sprays may be flammable below the flash point.
======================== SECTION V - REACTIVITY DATA =======================
STABILITY: Stable
CONDITIONS TO AVOID
Avoid all sources of ignition
INCOMPATIBILITY (MATERIALS TO AVOID)
Strong oxidizing materials
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION OR BYPRODUCTS
May produce hazardous fumes when heated to decomposition. Fumes may contain Carbon Monoxide and Carbon Dioxide.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur
==================== SECTION VI - HEALTH HAZARD DATA =======================
INHALATION HEALTH RISKS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
May cause nose and throat irritation. Repeated and prolonged exposure to organic solvents may lead to permanent brain
and nervous system damage. Eye watering, headaches, nausea, dizziness, and loss of coordination are signs that solvent
levels are too high.
Individuals with breathing problems must not be exposed to this product. If affected by inhalation, remove to fresh air.
If breathing difficulty persists, consult a physician.
SKIN AND EYE CONTACT HEALTH RISKS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
May cause irritation or burning of the eyes. Repeated and prolonged skin contact may cause skin irritation or
dermatitis. In case of eye contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes; call a
physician. In case of skin contact, wash with soap and water. If irritation occurs, contact a physician.
INGESTION HEALTH RISKS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
Gastrointestinal distress. In the unlikely event of ingestion, call a physician immediately and have the names of all
ingredients available.
HEALTH HAZARDS (ACUTE AND CHRONIC)
ACUTE- Dizziness, irritation of the respiratory tract, weakness, nausea, or possible narcosis or even asphyxiation. May
be accompanied by coughing or labored breathing.
CHRONIC- Reports have linked organic solvents with brain and nervous system damage. Misuse of this product by
deliberately concentrating and inhaling the contents may be harmful or fatal.
CARCINOGENICITY: NTP CARCINOGEN: Yes IARC MONOGRAPHS: Yes
PROPOSITION 65 STATEMENT: WARNING! This product contains a chemical or chemicals known to the state of California to
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cause cancer and/or birth defects or other reproductive harm.
OSHA REGULATED: Yes
MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE
Do not use this product if you have chronic lung or breathing problems.
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES
If ingestion, or any type of overexposure or symptoms of overexposure occur during the use of this product, contact a
poison control center, emergency room or physician immediately; have material safety data sheet available.
=========== SECTION VII - PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE ============
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED
Remove all sources of ignition (sparks, flames, and hot surfaces). Avoid breathing vapors. Ventilate area. Remove with
an inert absorbent and non-sparking tools.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD
Dispose in accordance with state ,federal and local regulations. Do not incinerate closed containers.
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORING
Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, dry, well ventilated area away from all possible ignition sources. Store large
quanties of material in buildings designed for the storage of flammable liquids.
OTHER PRECAUTIONS
Employees should be trained in safety measures that should be taken when using this product.
===================== SECTION VIII - CONTROL MEASURES ======================
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION
Avoid breathing vapors or spray mist. Wear a properly fitted respirator approved by NIOSH/MSHA (TC-23c) for use with
paints during application and until all vapors are exhausted. In confined areas, or where continuous spray operations
are typical, or proper respirator fit is not possible, wear a positive-pressure supplied air respirator (TC-19c). In all
cases follow respirator manufactures directions for respirator use. Do not allow anyone without protection into the
painting area.
VENTILATION
Provide sufficient ventilation to keep contaminates below applicable OSHA requirements.
PROTECTIVE GLOVES
Neoprene gloves impervious to organic solvents are recommended.
EYE PROTECTION
Use safety eyewear designed to protect against liquid splash.
OTHER PROTECTIVE CLOTHING OR EQUIPMENT
Impervious coveralls are recommended.
WORK/HYGIENIC PRACTICES
Eye wash and safety showers in the work place are recommended. Wash hands before eating and smoking.
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========================= SECTION IX - DISCLAIMER ==========================
The information contained in this material safety data sheet is information from our suppliers and other sources. It is
believed to be reliable. This data is not to be taken as a warranty or representation for which this company assumes
legal responsibility.