Page { PAGE1} of 6 COMPANY: SIGNET PTY LTD ADDRESS: 56 INGLESTON ROAD, WAKERLEY, QLD, 4154 EMERGENCY TELEPHONE: (07) 3364 2100 (8AM to 5PM) MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Product Name T Solvent Trade Names Other Names Manufacturers Code 12153 Use and method of Application: PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION SOLVENT FOR THINNING DILUTING AND CLEANING SIGNET "A" & "T" TYPE INKS. CAN BE USED FOR CLEANING STAINS AND MARKS FROM IMPERVIOUS MATERIALS. Statement of Hazardous Nature HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Classified as HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, DANGEROUS GOODS according to the criteria of NOHSC. APPLICABLE RISK PHRASES R10 Flammable R20/21 Harmful by inhalation and in contact with skin R38 Irritating to skin APPLICABLE SAFETY PHRASES S2 Keep out of reach of children S25 Avoid contact with eyes
Page { PAGE2} of 6 Poisons Schedule : 6 Ingredients: COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS CHEMICAL CAS.NO PROPORTION ENTITY Xylene 1330-20-7 >60% FIRST AID Inhaled: Remove from contaminated area into fresh air, keep warm and rest. If respiration is difficult or breathing stopped apply resuscitation and consult physician. Eye: Immediately Irrigate with copious quantities of water for at least 15 minutes. Check for physical damage and seek medical advice. Skin: Immediately wash contaminated skin with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing and Launder before reuse. Swallowed: Swallowed if poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or poisons information centre. If swallowed do not induce vomiting. Give a glass of water. If any suspicion of aspiration into the lungs (eg. During vomiting) obtain medical advice immediately. Advice to Doctor: Treat symptomatically FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES Extinguishing media: Foam, dry agents, CO2 or water delivered as fine mist spray or fog. Hazards from Combustion Products: If heated to decomposition may release CO x and complex hydrocarbons. Specific Hazard: Highly flammable gases, liquid and vapour. Be aware of possible violent rupture of containers involved in fire. Special fire fighting recommendations: Keep uninvolved containers cool with water spray. Contain run-off for later collection and controlled disposal. Protective clothing and self contained breathing apparatus should be used by firemen. HAZCHEM Code: 3[Y]
Page { PAGE3} of 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Spills and Disposal: Eliminate all ignition sources. Contain and adsorb on fire retardant treated saw dust, diatomaceous earth etc. shovel up and dispose of at an appropriate licensed waste disposal site in accordance with current applicable laws and regulation and product characteristics at time of disposal. Precautions for safe handling: HANDLING AND STORAGE Store in cool well ventilated dry places. Avoid sparking conditions, ground and bond all transfer equipment. Product must be stored below 50 o C. Do not store in direct sunlight. Avoid prolonged, repeated skin contact and breathing vapours or mists. Exposure Standards: EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION SUBSTANCE NAME: Xylene CAS Number: 1330-20-7 Exposure Standard: TWA: 80 ppm (approx = 350 mg/m 3 ) STEL: 150 ppm (approx = 651 mg/m 3 ) Biological Limit Values: There is no biological limit values allocated. Engineering Controls: Provide adequate ventilation. Ensure ventilation is adequate to maintain air concentrations below exposure standards. Personal Protection: Avoid eye and skin contact. Wear safety glasses. Wear protective clothing to avoid skin contact for example latex gloves.
Page { PAGE4} of 6 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Appearance: Slightly yellowish clear liquid Odour: Strong hydrocarbon odour. ph: Not Determined Vapour Pressure: 68 mm Hg @ 20 C Vapour Density: 3.6 Boiling Point ( o C): 139 C Freezing Point ( o C): -Not determined Solubility: Not Determined Specific Gravity: 0.869 Kg/L @ 20 C Flash Point ( o C): 27 C (EN57) UEL / LEL in air: 7.0 / 1.1 Ignition Temperature: Not Determined % Volatile: 100 % Other Properties: Flammability: Highly flammable gases, liquid and vapour. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions of use. Conditions to avoid: Flames, sources of ignition, build up of static discharge and incompatibilities. Incompatible materials: reacts with strong oxidising agents, active metals, halogens and acids. Hazardous decomposition Products: If heated to decomposition may release CO x and complex hydrocarbons. Hazardous reactions: Will not occur TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Likely routes of exposure that may result in adverse health effects are accidental contact with skin and eyes: ACUTE EFFECTS: Eye: May injure tissue; moderately irritating causing redness Skin: Harmful, may cause redness repeated or prolonged exposure can lead to dermatitis. Inhaled: Harmful to respiratory system and mucus membranes. Vapours can affect the central nervous system and result in headaches and dizziness. Prolonged exposure to high concentrations of vapours may cause unconsciousness Swallowed: Considered practically non-toxic if swallowed.
Page { PAGE5} of 6 No other adverse health effects are expected if the product is handled in accordance with the safety data sheet and the product label. Symptoms that may arise if the product is mishandled are: CHRONIC EFFECTS: Technical grade xylene was tested by the U.S. NTP by long term feeding studies to rodents, with no carcinogenic or other adverse affects reported. Prolonged, repeated skin contact with low viscosity materials may defat the skin resulting in possible irritation and dermatitis. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Ecotoxicity: this material is toxic to fish and wildlife. DO NOT discharge into lakes and waterways. Persistence / Degradability: Readily biodegradable. Mobility: Not determined DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS This product is suitable for processing by an approved recycling facility or can be disposed of at any licensed waste disposal unit. Use of these methods is subject to user compliance with applicable laws and regulations and consideration of product characteristics at time of disposal. TRANSPORT INFORMATION U.N. Number : 1210 UN Proper Shipping Name : Xylene Dangerous Goods Class : 3 Subsidiary Risk : N/A Packaging Group : III Special Precautions for user : Product must be stored below 50 o C. Do not store in direct sunlight. Hazchem Code : 3[Y] REGULATORY INFORMATION All components of this product are listed on the Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS) OTHER INFORMATION References: Raw Material supplier s Material Safety Data sheets. 1. Australian Health Minister s Advisory Council, Standard for the Uniform scheduling of drugs and poisons, No.11, AGPS, Canberra, 1996 2. National Occupational Health and Safety Commission, National Code of Practice for the Preparation of Material Safety Data Sheets [NOHSC:2011(1994)], AGPS, Canberra, 1994 3. National Occupational Health and Safety Commission, List of Designated Hazardous
Page { PAGE6} of 6 Substances [NOHSC:10005(1994)], AGPS, Canberra, 1994 4. National Occupational Health and Safety Commission, Exposure Standards for Atmospheric Contaminants in the Occupational Environment [NOHSC:1003(1995)], AGPS, Canberra, 1995 5. National Occupational Health and Safety Commission, Approved Criteria for Classifying Hazards [NOHSC:2011(1994)], AGPS, Canberra, 1994 DATE OF REVISION: 4/11/04 Reason for issue: Routine review and alignment with NOHSC regulations. CONTACT: PAUL HUGHES Title: Manufacturing Manager Colourpack Phone: (61) 7 3364 2100 (extension 2127) Prepared by: Luke Rutland End of MSDS