PRODUCT CODE:

800.00.0000.1

SPECIFICATION CODE:

QASI136

DATE:

28.04.2004

1. Product Identification

Product name:

BODY 800 MATTING AGENT

Product type:

Matting paste.

2. Chemical

Chemical name of solid(s):

Acrylic resin and matting agent.

Chemical name of solvent(s):

Butyl acetate.

Form:

Viscous paste.

Color:

Semiopaque – transluscent.

Hazardous ingredients:

Name                                  CAS-Nr.                     Conc.                     Symbol            R-Phrases

Butyl Acetate                       000123-86-4               25-50%                                         R10

3. Hazards Identification

Effects of (over) exposure:

Irritation of skin, eyes and respiratory tract.

  Symptoms of (over) exposure

·       Inhalation:

Coughing, and vomiting.

·       Skin:

Dry skin redness.

·       Eyes:

Pain, redness.

·       Ingestion:

Sore throat, stomach-ache, headache, dizziness, vomiting, dullness.

4. First - Aid Measures

Inhalation:

In high concentrations vapour is irritating to eyes and mucus membranes. Seek medical advice after significant exposure.

Skin:

Wash with plenty of soap and water immediately. Take all contaminated clothing off immediately.

Eyes:

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

Ingestion:

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

5. Fire-Fighting Measures

Extinguishing measures

- Suitable:

Powder, carbon dioxide, 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.

Environment precautions:

Keep away from drains, surface-water, ground-water and soil.

Cleaning procedures:

Collect as much as possible in a clean container for disposal.

Dispose according to local regulations.

7. Handling and Storage

Handling:

Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition.-No smoking. Do not breathe vapour. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Storage:

Keep in cool, well-ventilated place. Take precautionary measures against static discharges.

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

Semiopaque – transluscent.

-Autoignition

370°C (butyl acetate).

-Boiling point

Not known.

-Flash  point

33°C

-Density:

1.05±0.10 g/cm³

-Melting range

Not applicable.

-Odour

Typical odοur.

-Partition coefficient

Not known.

-pH

Not applicable.

-Solubility in water

Not soluble.

-Vapour density

Not known.

-Vapour pressure

13 mbar / 20°C.

-Viscosity

100±10 KU

10. Stability and Reactivity

Conditions to avoid:

Ignitions sources.

Materials to avoid:

Hot surfaces materials.

Hazardous decomposition products:

Burning can produce carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.

11. Toxicological Information

- Inhalation:

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

- Skin:

May produce mild reddening of the skin.  

- Eyes:

Vapour is mildly irritating, may cause reddening.

- Ingestion:

Slightly  toxic.

12. Ecological Information

BODY MATTING AGENT 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 plants.

13. Disposal Considerations

Methods of disposal:

Controlled incineration.

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

- UN no.

1263

- Packaging group

III

- ADR/RID

3

- ICAO/IATA

3

- IMDG-code

3.3

- Store away from foodstuffs

YES

- Marine pollutant

NO

- Shipping name

PAINT RELATED MATERIAL, HIGHLY FLAMMABLE.

15. Regulatory Information

EEC classification

Reference: 91/155/EEC

- Contains:

- Symbol:

Risk-phrases:

R10             Flammable.

Safety-phrases:

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:

30.10.2001

Product Data Management

HB BODY, S.A.

NB6 & DA9 str., Block #50

Sindos Industrial Park, Thessaloniki, GR-57022, GREECE

Tel +30-2310-790000   Fax +30-2310-790015   TLX 410904 HB GR

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.