MATERIAL SAFETY DATA |
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Household – DIY – Professional Chemical Products
EU Patent 0925335 US Patent 6632782 |
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1. IDENTIFICATION |
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Product Name |
Safer* Paint and Varnish Remover |
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Supplier |
Action Products Limited,
270, North Road, Yate, South Glos BS37 7LQ
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Telephone |
No. 01454 228702 Fax No. 01454 228703 |
2. COMPOSITION
This product is comprised of a blend of neutral non-toxic, biodegradable surfactants
with of the order of 11% ethanol (CAS 67-17-5) in a non-hazardous solvent. |
3. HAZARDS | |
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Nature of hazard |
Flammable. |
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Hazard symbol |
None. |
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Risk phrases |
R10. Flammable. |
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Safety phrases |
S2. Keep out of reach of children.
S7. Keep container tightly closed.
S16. Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking. |
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4. FIRST AID | |
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Eye contact |
Irrigate eye with clean water.
Obtain medical attention if soreness or redness persists. |
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Skin contact |
Wash off with soap and water. |
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Inhalation |
No inhalation hazard under normal conditions of use.
In the event of inhalation, remove patient to fresh air and seek medical
advice. |
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Ingestion |
Low toxicity by ingestion.
May be harmful if ingested in quantity.
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5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES |
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Extinguishing media |
Water, Carbon dioxide, AFF Foam, Dry Powder |
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Unsuitable extinguishing media |
None known |
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Unusual fire and explosion hazards |
None known |
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Protective Equipment |
Breathing apparatus and protective clothing
advised for significant fires. |
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
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Personal precautions |
Avoid eye contact.
Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact
Advised to use safety glasses (or goggles)
and butyl rubber gloves when clearing spills.
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Precautions to protect the environment
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Do not allow large quantities to enter drains.
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Clean up procedures |
CAUTION. Spillages will be slippery.
Absorb with inert absorbent and dispose of in accordance with waste
regulations.
Wash site of spillage with plenty of water. |
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE |
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Handling |
Avoid eye contact. Avoid repeated or prolonged skin contact.
Advised to use safety glasses (or goggles) and butyl rubber gloves when
using this product especially when working overhead.
Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
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Storage |
Keep container securely closed.
Protect from frost.
Store out of direct sunlight.
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8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION |
UK Occupational
Exposure Standards
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Ethanol: 1,000 ppm (1920mg/m3), 8hr TWA |
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Personal protection |
Wear eye protection when working on overhead surfaces.
Wear butyl rubber gloves to remove softened coating.
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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES |
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Appearance at 20°C |
Clear, colourless gel |
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Odour |
Faint |
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Density at 20°C |
0.92 to 0.94 |
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pH |
7 |
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Boiling point |
Approx 100°C |
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Flash point |
32°C |
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Autoflammability |
Not known |
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Solubility in water |
Soluble |
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Freezing point |
Approx 0°C |
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY |
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Conditions to avoid |
Freezing. Sources of ignition. |
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Materials to avoid |
Test on plastics before use. Will damage some Perspex.
Will dissolve polystyrene after prolonged contact. |
Hazardous decomposition products
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None known
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Stability |
Stable |
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION |
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Skin toxicity |
No significant effects.
Prolonged contact may cause defatting. |
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Eye toxicity |
Slight irritant |
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Ingestion toxicity |
No significant effects |
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Inhalation toxicity |
No significant effects |
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Long term exposure effects |
Unknown |
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION |
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Biodegradability |
Expected to be biodegradable |
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Aquatic toxicity |
Not known |
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COD |
Not known |
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS |
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Method |
If paint removed contained lead, then the waste material will contain lead.
Dispose in accordance with waste regulations. |
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION |
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EEC Regulations |
UN No: None |
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Road & Rail Transport (ADR/RID) |
Class: None, Item: None |
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Labelling:
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Hazard symbol
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None.
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R10. Flammable.
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S2. Keep out of reach of children.
S7. Keep container tightly closed.
S16. Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
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16. OTHER INFORMATION |
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Whilst Action Products Limited has taken every care to ensure accuracy of the data
contained in this document; no guarantee or liability will be assumed. It is
recommended that customers satisfy themselves of the suitability of all product
purchased for their own use.
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Our Ref: SP &VR / MSDS 6
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Dear Customers,
The word Safe has been changed to Safer*.
All products are SAFER* than products based on highly flammable methylal or toxic methanol.
This change is to comply with European Advertising regulation requirements.
Our products remain the same fast acting, non-toxic, low odour products which have been enjoyed by our customers since 1998.
Thank you for your continued custom and support.
Best wishes,
Action Products Ltd.
Aug. 2012
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