MSDS 85004

                            MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
                              acc. to ISO/DIS 11014

 
Printing date 01/06/2004                                                         
Reviewed on 01/06/2004
 

                          1. IDENTIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE

 
Trade name:             GLOSS BLUE
Product code:           IM-00085004
Manufacturer/Supplier:  IMPERIAL SUPPLIES LLC
                        789 Packer Drive
                        Green Bay, WI  54304
Information #:       800-558-2808
Emergency #:         800-255-3924  CHEM TEL
 
Information department:  Health & Safety Department
Emergency Information:  CHEMTEL 1-800-255-3924, 813-248-0585 if located 
                                         outside the U.S.
 

                        2.  COMPOSITION/DATA ON COMPONENTS

 
Chemical Description: This product is a mixture of the substances listed below 
with nonhazardous additions.
Dangerous components:
67-64-1     acetone                  Xi, F: R 11-36-66-67        19.89%
74-98-6     propane                  F+: R 12                    15.79%
106-97-8    n-butane                 F+: R 12                    9.27%
7727-43-7   barium sulphate, natural Xi: R 37                    8.39%
2807-30-9   Glycol Ether EP          Xi: R 10-36/37/38           5.37%
108-10-1    methyl isobutyl ketone   Xn, F: R 11-20-36/37-66     5.22%
13463-67-7  titanium dioxide         Xi: R 37                    4.81%
107-87-9    Methyl Propyl Ketone     F: R 11                     3.4%
110-19-0    isobutyl acetate         F: R 11-66                  2.99%
1330-20-7   xylene (mix)             Xn: R 10-20/21-38           2.52%

Additional information:  For the wording of the listed risk phrases refer to 
section 3. 
 

                            3.  HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

 
Hazard description:       Xi Irritant
                          F+ Extremely flammable
 
Physical and
Environmental dangers:  Warning! Pressurized container. 
                        Has a narcotizing effect.
                        R12  Extremely flammable
                        R 36/37 Irritating to eyes and respiratory system. 
                        R 67  Vapors may cause drowsiness and dizziness
                        
Pressurized container: protect from sunlight and do not expose to temperatures 
exceeding 50?C, i.e. electric lights.  Do not pierce or burn, even after use.  
Keep out of the reach of children.
 
NFPA ratings (scale 0 - 4):      Health = 1
                                 Fire = 4
                                 Reactivity = 3

HMIS-ratings (0 - 4):        Health = 1
                             Fire = 4
                             Physical Hazard = 3
 

                              4. FIRST AID MEASURES

 
After inhalation: Supply fresh air: consult doctor in case of complaints

After skin contact;        Generally the product does not irritate the skin.

After eye contact:         Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running 
water. If symptoms persist, consult a doctor. 

After swallowing:          Consult a doctor if symptoms persist.
 

                            5.  FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

 
Extinguishing agents: CO2, sand, extinguishing powder, or water spray. 
Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam.

Protective equipment:    No special measures required. 
 

                         6.  ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

 
Personal safety
precautions:    Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away.

Environmental safety
precautions:    Do not allow product to reach sewage systems or ground water.
                Inform appropriate authorities in case of seepage into water
                course or sewage system. 

Measures for cleaning/
collecting:     Do not flush with water or aqueous cleansing agents. Use diluted
                caustic solution. Soak up spills with inert absorbent material.
                Refer to section 13 for disposal information.
 

                             7.  HANDLING AND STORAGE

 
Safe handling
Information:    Ensure good ventilation/exhaustion at the workplace.
                Handle carton and cans with care. Avoid dropping.

Fire/explosion protection: Do not spray on a naked flame or any incandescent 
material. Keep ignition sources away - Do not smoke. Protect against 
electrostatic charges. 

Storage requirements: Observe official regulations on storing packaging with 
pressurized containers. Consult with your local authorities. Keep away from 
sources of heat and direct sunlight. Do not warehouse in subfreezing conditions. 
 

                  8.  EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION:

 
Components with limit values that require monitoring at the workplace:
67-64-1     acetone
               PEL     2400 mg/m3, 1000 ppm
               REL     590 mg/m3, 250 ppm
               TLV     Short-term value: 1782 mg/m3, 750 ppm
                       Long-term value: 1188 mg/m3, 500 ppm
                       BEI
74-98-6     propane
               PEL     1800 mg/m3, 1000 ppm
               REL     1800 mg/m3, 1000 ppm
               TLV     (4508) mg/m3, (2500) ppm
106-97-8    n-butane
               REL     1900 mg/m3, 800 ppm
               TLV     1900 mg/m3, 800 ppm
7727-43-7   barium sulphate, natural
               PEL     15*: 5** mg/m3
                        *Total dust ** Respirable fraction
               REL     10*: 5** mg/m3
                        *Total dust ** Respirable fraction
               TLV     10mg/m3
                        (e)
108-10-1   methyl isobutyl ketone
               PEL     410 mg/m3, 100 ppm
               REL     Short-term value: 300 mg/m3, 75 ppm
                       Long-term value: 205 mg/m3, 50 ppm
               TLV     Short-term value: 307 mg/m3, 75 ppm
                       Long-term value: 205 mg/m3, 50 ppm
                       BEI
107-87-9   Methyl Propyl Ketone
               PEL     700 mg/m3, 200 ppm
               REL     530 mg/m3, 150 ppm
               TLV     Short-term value: 881 mg/m3, 250 ppm
                       Long-term value: 705 mg/m3, 200 ppm
110-19-0   isobutyl acetate
               PEL     700 mg/m3, 150 ppm
               REL     700 mg/m3, 150 ppm
               TLV     713 mg/m3, 150 ppm
1330-20-7  xylene (mix)
               PEL     435 mg/m3, 100 ppm
               REL     Short-term value: 655 mg/m3, 150 ppm
                       Long-term value: 435 mg/m3, 100 ppm
                       (o-, m-, & p-isomers)
               TLV     Short-term value: 651 mg/m3, 150 ppm
                       Long-term value: 434 mg/m3, 100 ppm
                       BEI

Protective hygienic
Measures:    Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages, and animal feed. 
Immediately remove all soiled and contaminated clothing. Wash hands before 
breaks and at the end of work. 

Breathing equipment: A respirator is generally not necessary when using this 
product outdoors or in large open areas. In cases of inadequate ventilation, a
respiratory protective device should be worn to prevent overexposure. Use 
suitable respiratory protective device in case of insufficient ventilation.

Protection of hands:  Protective gloves. The glove material has to be 
impermeable and resistant to the substance. No glove recommendation can be 
given.

Eye protection: Tightly sealed goggles.
 

                      9.  PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES:

 
General Information:
Form:               Aerosol
Color;              According to trade name description in section 1.
Odor:               Solvent
Boiling point/boiling range:  -44?C (-47?F)
Flash Point;      -19?C  (-2?F)
Ignition temperature: 230.0?C  (446?F)
Auto igniting:     Product is not self-igniting. 
Danger of explosion:  Heating may cause an explosion.
                      In use, may form flammable/explosive vapor-air mixture. 

Lower Explosion Limit: 1.7 Vol %
Upper Explosion Limit: 13.0 Vol %

Vapor Pressure:              40 PSI, 2750 hPa
Density:                          Not determined
Specific Gravity:           Between 0.77 and 0.90 (Water equals 1.00)
VOC content;               0.46 kg/l / 3.88 lb/gl
VOC in weight percent (less acetone): 46.4 %
Solids content:              33.5 %
 

                          10.  STABILITY AND REACTIVITY:

 
Conditions to be avoided: Do not allow the can to exceed 120 degrees Fahrenheit.
Stable at normal temperatures. 
Possibility of Hazardous
Reactions:  No dangerous reactions known. 
 

                          11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION:

 
Primary effect on the skin: No irritant effect.
Primary effect on the eye:  Irritating effect.
Sensitization: No sensitizing effects known.
 

                           12.  ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

 
Other information: This product does not contain any chlorinated solvents or 
lead. No specific ecological data is available for this product. 
 

                           13.  DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION

 
DISPOSAL METHOD: Dispose of in accordance with local, state, and federal 
regulations. Do not puncture, incinerate, or compact. Partially empty cans 
cannot be disposed of with regular trash. Do not heat or cut empty containers 
with electric or gas torches.

Recommendation:         Empty cans should be recycled.
 

                           14.  TRANSPORT INFORMATION:

 
Hazard class:             2.1
Identification number:    N/A
Label:                    2.1
ADR/RID class:            2  5TF Gases
UN-Number:                1950
IMDG Class:               2
Packaging group:          II
EMS Number:               F-D,S-U
Marine pollutant:         No
ICAO/IATA Class:          2.1
Proper shipping name:     Aerosols, Flammable
                          Consumer Commodity ORM-D


                                 15. REGULATIONS

 
SARA Section 355 (extremely hazardous substances):
None of the ingredients in this product are listed.

SARA Section 313 (Specific toxic chemical listings):
108-10-1       methyl isobutyl ketone
1330-20-7      xylene (mix)
100-41-4       ethyl benzene

TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act):
67-64-1        acetone
74-98-6        propane
106-97-8       n-butane
7727-43-7      barium sulphate, natural
2807-30-9      Glycol Ether EP
108-10-1       methyl isobutyl ketone
13463-67-7     titanium dioxide
107-87-9       Methyl Propyl Ketone
110-19-0       isobutyl acetate
1330-20-7      xylene (mix)
108-65-6       PM acetate
100-41-4       ethyl benzene
147-14-8       Copper Phthalocyanine
8002-43-5      Soya Lecithin
64742-89-8     VM&P Naptha

PROPOSITION 65 Chemicals known to cause cancer:
None of the ingredients in this product are listed.

PROPOSITION 65 Chemicals known to cause reproductive toxicity:
None of the ingredients in this product are listed.

Canadian WHMIS:  This product has been classified according to the Controlled 
Product Regulations and the MSDS contains all the necessary information required 
by the CPR.
Class B, D5---Flammable Aerosols

EPA:    A=Known human carcinogen
        B=Probable human carcinogen
        C=Possible human carcinogen
        D=Not classifiable as to human carcinogenicity: Inadequate human and 
          animal evidence of carcinogenicity (or no data is available).
67-64-1   acetone            D
110-19-0  isobutyl acetate   D
1330-20-7 xylene (mix)       D
100-41-4  ethyl benzene      D

IARC:              Group 2B: The ingredient is possibly carcinogenic to humans.
                     There is limited evidence of carcinogenicity.
                   Group 3: The ingredient is unclassifiable as to its           
                     carcinogenicity to humans. 
13463-67-7  titanium dioxide   3
1330-20-7   xylene (mix)       3
1333-86-4   Carbon black       2B

ACGIH TLVs:  A1-designates a confirmed human carcinogen.
             A2-designates a suspected human carcinogen.
             A3-designates an animal carcinogen.
             A4-designates "not classifiable as a human carcinogen".
67-64-1        acetone            A4
13463-67-7     titanium dioxide   A4
110-19-0       isobutyl acetate   A4
1330-20-7      xylene (mix)       A4
1333-86-4      Carbon black       A4

NIOSH:
13463-67-7     titanium dioxide
1333-86-4      Carbon black
 

                              16.  OTHER INFORMATION

 
This information is based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not 
constitute a guarantee for any specific product features and shall not establish 
a legally valid contractual relationship.
Contact:     Craig Swafford, Regulatory Affairs. 
Email: cswafford@seymourpaint.com 

                       

The information contained in this MSDS was obtained from current and reliable sources, however, the data is provided without any warrenty, expressed or implied, regarding its correctness or accuracy. Since the conditions or handling, storage and disposal of this product are beyond the control of Imperial Supplies LLC, Imperial will not be responsible for loss, injury, or expense arising out of the products improper use. No warranty, expressed or inferred, regarding the product described in this MSDS shall be created or inferred by any statement in this MSDS. Various government agencies may have specific regulations regarding the transportation, handling, storage, use, or disposal of this product which may not be covered by this MSDS. The user is responsible for full compliance.

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