SOLVER 4590 MAXI WASH WASHABLE FLAT

Chemwatch Material Safety Data Sheet

Issue Date: 29-Jan-2007

NC317TCP

CHEMWATCH 5066-24

Version No:2.0

Section 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

PRODUCT NAME

SOLVER 4590 MAXI WASH WASHABLE FLAT

SYNONYMS

"Acrylic water paint misspelling MaxiWash as"

PRODUCT USE

Flat washable water reducible paint. Apply by brush, hand roller or airless spray

atomisation.

SUPPLIER

Company: Solver Paints Pty Ltd  Company: Solver Paints Pty Ltd
Address:                        Address:
211 Collier Rd                  560 Churchill Road
Bayswater                       Kilburn
WA, 6053                        SA, 5084
AUS                             AUS
Telephone: +61 8 9449 8811      Telephone: +61 8 8368 1200
Fax: +61 8 9371 5872            Emergency Tel: 1800 039 008 (24 hours)
                                Emergency Tel: +61 3 9573 3112
                                Fax: +61 8 8368 1222
                                

HAZARD RATINGS

Flammability 0
Toxicity 1
Body Contact 2
Reactivity 0
Chronic 0
SCALE: Min/Nil=0 Low=1 Moderate=2 High=3 Extreme=4

Section 2 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

STATEMENT OF HAZARDOUS NATURE

NON-HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE. NON-DANGEROUS GOODS. According to the Criteria of

NOHSC, and the ADG Code.

POISONS SCHEDULE

None

 

RISK SAFETY
Cumulative effects may result following exposure*. Do not breathe gas/fumes/vapour/spray.
May produce discomfort of the eyes and skin*. Avoid contact with skin.
* (limited evidence). Wear eye/face protection.
In case of contact with eyes, rinse with plenty of water and contact Doctor or Poisons Information Centre.

Section 3 - COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

NAME CAS RN %
acrylic polymer emulsion 10-30
residual monomer trace
titanium dioxide 13463-67-7 10-30
filler pigment unregulated 1-10
additives unregulated < 2
water 7732-18-5 10-30
NOTE: Manufacturer has supplied full ingredient
information to allow CHEMWATCH assessment.

Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES

SWALLOWED

Rinse mouth out with plenty of water.

For advice, contact a Poisons Information Centre or a doctor.

· If swallowed do NOT induce vomiting.

· If vomiting occurs, lean patient forward or place on left side (head-down position, if

possible) to maintain open airway and prevent aspiration.

· Observe the patient carefully.

· Never give liquid to a person showing signs of being sleepy or with reduced awareness;

i.e. becoming unconscious

· Give water to rinse out mouth, then provide liquid slowly and as much as casualty can

comfortably drink.

· Seek medical advice.

EYE

If this product comes in contact with the eyes:

· Immediately hold eyelids apart and flush the eye continuously with running water.

· Ensure complete irrigation of the eye by keeping eyelids apart and away from eye and

moving the eyelids by occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids.

· Continue flushing until advised to stop by the Poisons Information Centre or a doctor,

or for at least 15 minutes.

· Transport to hospital or doctor without delay.

· Removal of contact lenses after an eye injury should only be undertaken by skilled

personnel.

SKIN

If solids or aerosol mists are deposited upon the skin:

· Flush skin and hair with running water (and soap if available).

· Remove any adhering solids with industrial skin cleansing cream.

· DO NOT use solvents.

· Seek medical attention in the event of irritation.

INHALED

· If fumes or combustion products are inhaled remove from contaminated area.

· Lay patient down. Keep warm and rested.

· Prostheses such as false teeth, which may block airway, should be removed, where

possible, prior to initiating first aid procedures.

· Apply artificial respiration if not breathing, preferably with a demand valve

resuscitator, bag-valve mask device, or pocket mask as trained. Perform CPR if necessary.

· Transport to hospital, or doctor.

NOTES TO PHYSICIAN

Treat symptomatically.

Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA

· There is no restriction on the type of extinguisher which may be used.

· Use extinguishing media suitable for surrounding area.

FIRE FIGHTING

Alert Fire Brigade and tell them location and nature of hazard.

· Wear breathing apparatus plus protective gloves for fire only.

· Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water courses.

Cool fire exposed containers with water spray from a protected location.

DO NOT approach containers suspected to be hot.

Use fire fighting procedures suitable for surrounding area.

FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARD

· The material is not readily combustible under normal conditions.

· However, it will break down under fire conditions and the organic component may burn.

· Not considered to be a significant fire risk.

· Heat may cause expansion or decomposition with violent rupture of containers.

· Decomposes on heating and may produce toxic fumes of carbon monoxide (CO).

· May emit acrid smoke.

FIRE INCOMPATIBILITY

No known incompatibility with normal range of industrial materials.

HAZCHEM: None

Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

MINOR SPILLS

·  Clean up all spills immediately.
·  Avoid breathing vapours and contact with skin and eyes.
·  Control personal contact by using protective equipment.
·  Contain and absorb spill with sand, earth, inert material or vermiculite.
·  Wipe up.
·  Place in a suitable labelled container for waste disposal.

MAJOR SPILLS

Minor hazard.
· Clear area of personnel.
· Alert Fire Brigade and tell them location and nature of hazard.
· Control personal contact by using protective equipment as required.
· Prevent spillage from entering drains or water ways.
· Contain spill with sand, earth or vermiculite.
· Collect recoverable product into labelled containers for recycling.
· Absorb remaining product with sand, earth or vermiculite and place in appropriate
containers for disposal.
· Wash area and prevent runoff into drains or waterways.
· If contamination of drains or waterways occurs, advise emergency services.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLANNING GUIDELINES (ERPG)

The maximum airborne concentration below which it is believed that nearly all individuals could be exposed
    for up to one hour WITHOUT experiencing or developing

  life-threatening health effects is:
    titanium dioxide  500 mg/m³
    water             500 mg/m³

  irreversible or other serious effects or symptoms which could impair an individual's ability to take
    protective action is:
    titanium dioxide  15 mg/m³
    water             500 mg/m³

  other than mild, transient adverse effects without perceiving a clearly defined odour is:
    titanium dioxide  15 mg/m³
    water             500 mg/m³

  The threshold concentration below which most people will experience no appreciable risk of health effects:
    titanium dioxide  15 mg/m³
    water             500 mg/m³

American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA)

Ingredients considered according to the following cutoffs
  Very Toxic (T+)  >= 0.1%          Toxic (T)       >= 3.0%
  R50              >= 0.25%         Corrosive (C)   >= 5.0%
  R51              >= 2.5%
else               >= 10%
where percentage is percentage of ingredient found in the mixture

SAFE STORAGE WITH OTHER CLASSIFIED CHEMICALS

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+ + + + + +

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+:  May be stored together
O:  May be stored together with specific preventions
X:  Must not be stored together

 

 

Personal Protective Equipment advice is contained in Section 8 of the MSDS.

Section 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE

PROCEDURE FOR HANDLING

· Limit all unnecessary personal contact.

· Wear protective clothing when risk of exposure occurs.

· Use in a well-ventilated area.

· Avoid contact with incompatible materials.

· When handling, DO NOT eat, drink or smoke.

· Keep containers securely sealed when not in use.

· Avoid physical damage to containers.

· Always wash hands with soap and water after handling.

· Work clothes should be laundered separately.

· Use good occupational work practice.

· Observe manufacturer's storing and handling recommendations.

· Atmosphere should be regularly checked against established exposure standards to ensure

safe working conditions are maintained.

DO NOT spray directly on humans, exposed food or food utensils.

SUITABLE CONTAINER

· Lined metal can, Lined metal pail/ can.

· Plastic pail.

· Polyliner drum.

· Packing as recommended by manufacturer.

· Check all containers are clearly labelled and free from leaks.

STORAGE INCOMPATIBILITY

None known.

STORAGE REQUIREMENTS

· Store in original containers.

· Keep containers securely sealed.

· Store in a cool, dry, well ventilated area.

· DO NOT allow to freeze.

· Store away from incompatible materials.

· Protect containers against physical damage and check regularly for leaks.

· Observe manufacturer's storing and handling recommendations.

Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION

EXPOSURE CONTROLS

Source              Material            TWA     TWA     STEL    STEL    Peak     Peak     TWA
                                        ppm     mg/m³   ppm     mg/m³   ppm      mg/m³    F/CC
_________________   __________________  _____   _____   _____   _____   _____    _____    _____

 

Source              Material            TWA     TWA     STEL    STEL    Peak     Peak     TWA
                                        ppm     mg/m³   ppm     mg/m³   ppm      mg/m³    F/CC
_________________   __________________  _____   _____   _____   _____   _____    _____    _____
Australia Exposure  titanium dioxide            10
Standards           (Titanium dioxide
                    (a))

The following materials had no OELs on our records
  • water:      CAS:7732-18-5

 

EMERGENCY EXPOSURE LIMITS

Material Revised IDLH Value (mg/m3) Revised IDLH Value (ppm)
titanium dioxide 5,000

 

MATERIAL DATA

None assigned. Refer to individual constituents.

INGREDIENT DATA

TITANIUM DIOXIDE:
   It is the goal of the ACGIH (and other Agencies) to recommend TLVs (or their
equivalent) for all substances for which there is evidence of health effects at airborne
concentrations encountered in the workplace.
   At this time no TLV has been established, even though this material may produce
adverse health effects (as evidenced in animal experiments or clinical experience).
Airborne concentrations must be maintained as low as is practically possible and
occupational exposure must be kept to a minimum.
   NOTE: The ACGIH occupational exposure standard for Particles Not Otherwise Specified
(P.N.O.S) does NOT apply.
   Sensory irritants are chemicals that produce temporary and undesirable side-effects on
the eyes, nose or throat. Historically occupational exposure standards for these
irritants have been based on observation of workers' responses to various airborne
concentrations. Present day expectations require that nearly every individual should be
protected against even minor sensory irritation and exposure standards are established
using uncertainty factors or safety factors of 5 to 10 or more. On occasion animal no
-observable-effect-levels (NOEL) are used to determine these limits where human results
are unavailable. An additional approach, typically used by the TLV committee (USA) in
determining respiratory standards for this group of chemicals, has been to assign ceiling
values (TLV C) to rapidly acting irritants and to assign short-term exposure limits (TLV
STELs) when the weight of evidence from irritation, bioaccumulation and other endpoints
combine to warrant such a limit. In contrast the MAK Commission (Germany) uses a five
-category system based on intensive odour, local irritation, and elimination half-life.
However this system is being replaced to be consistent with the European Union (EU)
Scientific Committee for Occupational Exposure Limits (SCOEL); this is more closely
allied to that of the USA.
   OSHA (USA) concluded that exposure to sensory irritants can:
   · cause inflammation
   · cause increased susceptibility to other irritants and infectious agents
   · lead to permanent injury or dysfunction
   · permit greater absorption of hazardous substances and
   · acclimate the worker to the irritant warning properties of these substances thus
increasing the risk of overexposure.
   WARNING: This substance has been classified by the IARC as Group 2B: Possibly
Carcinogenic to Humans.
   IDLH Level: 5000 mg/m3
   Animal studies at 10 mg/m3 show no significant fibrosis, possibly reversible
   tissue reaction and the architecture of lung air spaces remains intact.

WATER:
   No exposure limits set by NOHSC or ACGIH.

PERSONAL PROTECTION

EYE

· Safety glasses with side shields; or as required,
· Chemical goggles.
· Contact lenses may pose a special hazard; soft contact lenses may absorb and
concentrate irritants. A written policy document, describing the wearing of lens or
restrictions on use, should be created for each workplace or task. This should include a
review of lens absorption and adsorption for the class of chemicals in use and an account
of injury experience. Medical and first-aid personnel should be trained in their removal
and suitable equipment should be readily available. In the event of chemical exposure,
begin eye irrigation immediately and remove contact lens as soon as practicable. Lens
should be removed at the first signs of eye redness or irritation - lens should be
removed in a clean environment only after workers have washed hands thoroughly. [CDC
NIOSH Current Intelligence Bulletin 59].

HANDS/FEET

Wear general protective gloves: i.e. Disposable polythene gloves or Cotton gloves or
Light weight rubber gloves, with Barrier cream preferably Safety footwear.

OTHER

· Overalls.
· Eyewash unit.
 
The local concentration of material, quantity and conditions of use determine the type of
personal protective equipment required.
For further information consult site specific
CHEMWATCH data (if available), or your
Occupational Health and Safety Advisor.

ENGINEERING CONTROLS

None required when handling small quantities.
OTHERWISE: Use in a well-ventilated area.
Spraying to be carried out in conditions conforming to local state regulations.
Unprotected personnel must vacate the spraying area.
General exhaust is adequate under normal operating conditions. If risk of overexposure
exists, wear SAA approved respirator. Correct fit is essential to obtain adequate
protection. Provide adequate ventilation in warehouse or closed storage areas. Air
contaminants generated in the workplace possess varying "escape" velocities which, in
turn, determine the "capture velocities" of fresh circulating air required to effectively
remove the contaminant.

Type of Contaminant: Air Speed:
solvent, vapours, degreasing etc., evaporating from tank (in still air) 0.25-0.5 m/s (50-100 f/min)
aerosols, fumes from pouring operations, intermittent container filling, low speed conveyer transfers, welding, spray drift, plating acid fumes, pickling (released at low velocity into zone of active generation) 0.5-1 m/s (100-200 f/min.)
direct spray, spray painting in shallow booths, drum filling, conveyer loading, crusher dusts, gas discharge (active generation into zone of rapid air motion) 1-2.5 m/s (200-500 f/min)
grinding, abrasive blasting, tumbling, high speed wheel generated dusts (released at high initial velocity into zone of very high rapid air motion). 2.5-10 m/s (500-2000 f/min.)
Within each range the appropriate value depends on:
Lower end of the range Upper end of the range
1: Room air currents minimal or favourable to capture 1: Disturbing room air currents
2: Contaminants of low toxicity or of nuisance value only 2: Contaminants of high toxicity
3: Intermittent, low production. 3: High production, heavy use
4: Large hood or large air mass in motion 4: Small hood - local control only
Simple theory shows that air velocity falls rapidly with distance away from the opening of a simple extraction pipe. Velocity generally decreases with the square of distance from the extraction point (in simple cases). Therefore the air speed at the extraction point should be adjusted, accordingly, after reference to distance from the contaminating source. The air velocity at the extraction fan, for example, should be a minimum of 1-2 m/s (200-400 f/min.) for extraction of solvents generated in a tank 2 meters distant from the extraction point. Other mechanical considerations, producing performance deficits within the extraction apparatus, make it essential that theoretical air velocities are multiplied by factors of 10 or more when extraction systems are installed or used.

Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

APPEARANCE

White liquid with a mild acrylic odour; mixes with water.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

Liquid.

Mixes with water.

 

Molecular Weight: Not applicable Boiling Range (�C): 100 water.
Melting Range (�C): Not available. Specific Gravity (water=1): 1.38-1.43
Solubility in water (g/L): Miscible pH (as supplied): 9 - 10
pH (1% solution): Not available Vapour Pressure (kPa): Not available.
Volatile Component (%vol): 30-40 Evaporation Rate: Slow
Relative Vapour Density (air=1): Not available. Flash Point (�C): Non Flammable
Lower Explosive Limit (%): Not applicable Upper Explosive Limit (%): Not applicable
Autoignition Temp (�C): Not applicable Decomposition Temp (�C): Not available.
State: Liquid

Section 10 - CHEMICAL STABILITY AND REACTIVITY INFORMATION

CONDITIONS CONTRIBUTING TO INSTABILITY

Product is considered stable and hazardous polymerisation will not occur.

Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS

ACUTE HEALTH EFFECTS

SWALLOWED

Considered an unlikely route of entry in commercial/industrial environments.
The liquid is discomforting to the gastro-intestinal tract and may be harmful if
swallowed.
Ingestion may result in nausea, abdominal irritation, pain and vomiting.

EYE

The liquid may produce eye discomfort and is capable of causing temporary impairment of
vision and/or transient eye inflammation, ulceration.
The vapour is mildly discomforting to the eyes.
The material may produce moderate eye irritation leading to inflammation. Repeated or
prolonged exposure to irritants may produce conjunctivitis.

SKIN

The liquid is mildly discomforting to the skin and is capable of causing skin reactions
which may lead to dermatitis if exposure is prolonged.
The material may accentuate any pre-existing dermatitis condition.
The material may cause skin irritation after prolonged or repeated exposure and may
produce on contact skin redness, swelling, the production of vesicles, scaling and
thickening of the skin.

INHALED

The vapour/mist is mildly discomforting to the upper respiratory tract.
Inhalation hazard is increased at higher temperatures.

CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS

Principal routes of exposure are usually by skin contact with the material and inhalation
of vapour/spray mist.
Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause drying with cracking, irritation and
possible dermatitis following.
As with any chemical product, contact with unprotected bare skin; inhalation of vapour,
mist or dust in work place atmosphere; or ingestion in any form, should be avoided by
observing good occupational work practice.
Acrylic polymer emulsions may contain residual traces of odourous acrylic monomers; the
amounts remaining in compounded mixtures represents a very low order of exposure, however
this may become noticeable with some materials particularly in confined or poorly
ventilated spaces.

TOXICITY AND IRRITATION

Not available. Refer to individual constituents.

TITANIUM DIOXIDE:
TOXICITY                                            IRRITATION
Skin (human): 0.3 mg/3d- I Mild
The material may produce moderate eye irritation leading to inflammation. Repeated or
prolonged exposure to irritants may produce conjunctivitis.
The material may cause skin irritation after prolonged or repeated exposure and may
produce on contact skin redness, swelling, the production of vesicles, scaling and
thickening of the skin.

WATER:
No significant acute toxicological data identified in literature search.

 

MATERIAL                  CARCINOGEN            REPROTOXIN        SENSITISER        SKIN
________________________  ____________________  ________________  ________________  ________________
titanium dioxide          IARC:2B

CARCINOGEN
   IARC: International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) Carcinogens: titanium dioxide
    Category: 2B

Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

No data for Solver 4590 Maxi Wash Washable Flat.
Refer to data for ingredients, which follows:

TITANIUM DIOXIDE:
DO NOT discharge into sewer or waterways.

Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

· Recycle wherever possible or consult manufacturer for recycling options.

· Consult State Land Waste Management Authority for disposal.

· Bury residue in an authorised landfill.

· Recycle containers if possible, or dispose of in an authorised landfill.

Section 14 - TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION

HAZCHEM: None


NOT REGULATED FOR TRANSPORT OF DANGEROUS GOODS:UN, IATA,
IMDG

Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION

POISONS SCHEDULE: None

REGULATIONS

titanium dioxide (CAS: 13463-67-7) is found on the following regulatory lists;
 Australia - Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code - Food Additives - Schedule 3
Colours permitted in accordance with GMP in processed foods specified in Schedule 1
 Australia Exposure Standards
 Australia High Volume Industrial Chemical List (HVICL)
 Australia Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS)
 Australia Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) Sunscreening agents permitted as active
ingredients in listed products
 CODEX General Standard for Food Additives (GSFA) - Additives Permitted for Use in Food
in General, Unless Otherwise Specified, in Accordance with GMP
 International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) Carcinogens
 OECD Representative List of High Production Volume (HPV) Chemicals

water (CAS: 7732-18-5) is found on the following regulatory lists;
 Australia Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS)
 OECD Representative List of High Production Volume (HPV) Chemicals

Section 16 - OTHER INFORMATION

 

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Issue Date: 29-Jan-2007

Print Date: 16-Mar-2007