PRODUCT CODE:

425.02.0000.1

SPECIFICATION CODE:

QASI138

DATE:

30.10.2001

 

 

1. Product Identification

 

 

Product name:

 

BODY ZINC

Product type:

Spot / MIG welding primer.

 

2. Chemical

 

 

Chemical name of solid(s):

 

Modified acrylic copolymer,  pigments and zinc dust. 

Chemical name of solvent(s):

Mixture of organic esters and hydrocarbons.

Form:

Viscous Liquid.

Color:

Black.

 

Hazardous ingredients:

Name                CAS-Nr.                Conc.            Symbol            R-Phrases

Xylene              001330-20-7         10-25%          Xn                   R10-20/21-38

 

3. Hazards Identification

 

Effects of (over) exposure:                        Irritation of skin, eyes and respiratory tract.

 

Symptoms of (over) exposure

Inhalation:                                Coughing, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, unconsciousness, nausea and vomiting.

·       Skin:                                    Dry skin, redness.

·       Eyes:                                    Pain, redness.

·       Ingestion:                             Sore throat, stomach-ache, headache, dizziness, vomiting, dullness.

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4. First - Aid Measures

 

 

Inhalation:

 

Move to fresh air, rest, half upright position, loosen clothing. Seek medical advice after significant exposure.

 

Skin:

Wash with plenty of soap and water immediately. Take all contaminated clothing off immediately. Seek medical advice if irritation develops.

 

Eyes:

Rince immediately with plenty of water. Eyelids should be help away from the eyeball to ensure thorough rinsing. Seek medical advice.

 

Ingestion:

DO NOT induse vomiting because of risk of aspiration. Seek medical advice.

 

5. Fire-Fighting Measures

 

 

Extinguishing measures

 

 

- Suitable:

Powder, carbon dioxide, alkohol resistant foam, watermist (only large amounts).

 

- Not to be used:

High pressure water jet.

 

Hazardous thermal decomposition and combustion products

- In case fire toxic fumes might be formed.

Protective equipment

- Wear protective clothing and use self- contained breathing apparatus.


 

 

6. Accidental Release Measures

 

 

Personal precautions:

 

Put on adequate protective equipment. Do not breathe vapour.

Ensure adequate ventilation. Sources of ignition should be kept clear.

 

Environment precautions:

Prevent contamination of soil, drains and surface waters.

 

Cleaning procedures:

Take up mechanically and place in suitable and closable container for disposal.

Cover the remainder with inert absorbent. dispose according to local regulations.

 

7. Handling and Storage

 

 

Handling:

 

Keep away from food, drink and heat. Keep away from sources of ignition.-No smoking. Do not breathe vapour. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Take precautionary measures against static discharges.

 

Storage:

Keep tightly closed in a dry, cool and  well-ventilated place. Take precautionary measures against static dicharges.

 

8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection

 

 

 

Respiratory protection:

Suitable respiratory equipment.

 

Hand protection:

 

Eye protection:

 

Skin protection:                         

 

Protective gloves.

 

Safety goggles.

 

Suitable protective clothing.

 

9. Physical and Chemical Properties

 

 

-Appearance

 

Black.

-Autoignition

480°C (xylene)

-Boiling point

Not known.

-Flash point

29°C

-Melting range

Not applicable.

-Odour

Organic solvents - like odour.

-Partition coefficient

Not known.

-pH

Not applicable.

-Relative density

1.30±0.10 g/cm3 

-Solubility in water

Not soluble.

-Vapour density

Not known.

-Vapour pressure

Not applicable.

-Viscosity

60-85  KU (23°C)

 

10. Stability and Reactivity

 

 

Conditions to avoid:

 

Static discharges, hot sources, ignition sources..

 

Materials to avoid:

 

Strong oxidizing agents..

 

Hazardous decomposition products:

 

Burning can produce toxic gases.

 

11. Toxicological Information

 

 

- Inhalation:

 

 

Vapour concentrations cause irritation of the respiratory tract, causing, coughing and slight difficulty with breathing.

 

- Skin

May produce mild reddening of the skin. Prolonged contact may produce a drying and fissuring due to a defatting action.  

 

- Eyes:

Can severely irritate the eyes.

 

- Ingestion:

Slightly toxic. Ingestion of moderate quantities may cause abdominal  discomfort, nausea and drowsiness.

 

12. Ecological Information

 

 

BODY ZINC is almost insoluble in water and will float on the surface. It could cause a fire or explosion if a large spill drained into a sewer system and would be slightly toxic  to fish if discharged to natural waters. Avoid discharge to sewers or waterways! At very low concentration in water is biodegradable in biological wastewater treatment plant.

 

13. Disposal Considerations

 

 

Methods of disposal:

 

 

Controlled incineration.

Must be dumped or incinerated in accordance with local regulations.

 

Danger(s):

 

Emptied vase contain solvent vapours, hazardous in respect of fire, explosion and noxiousness. Disposal only to licensed vase reconditioners.

 

14. Transport Information

 

 

Special precautions:

 

 

Not applicable.

Classification

 

Xn

- UN no.

 

1263

- Packaging group

 

III

- ADR/RID

 

3

- ICAO/IATA

 

3

- IMDG-code

 

3.3

- Stow away from foodstuffs

 

YES

- Marine pollutant

 

NO

- Shipping name

PAINT

 


 

15. Regulatory Information

 

 

EEC classification

 

 

Reference: 91/155/EEC

-Contains:

 

Xylene.

- Symbol:

Xn              Harmful.  

 

Risk-phrases:

R10            Flammable. 

R20/21       Harmful by inhalation and in contact with eyes. 

R38            Irritating to eyes and skin.

 

Safety-phrases:

S20/21       When using do not eat, drink or smoke.

S23             Do not breathe vapour/spray.

S24/25       Avoid contact with skin and eyes.                         

S51            Use only in well ventilated areas.

 

16. Other Information

 

 

Replaces MSDS dated:

 

 

 

 

Product Data Management

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The data given here is based on current knowledge. The purpose of this Safety Data Sheet is to describe the products in terms of their safety requirements. The data does not imply any warranty with regard to product properties.