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International Thinner

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
International Thinner
Product Code
GTA853

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A

Identified Uses

Professional application of coatings and inks, Industrial application of coatings and inks

Uses advised against

Not applicable.

Manufacturers & Suppliers

I

International Paint Ltd.

manufacturer

Stoneygate Lane, Felling, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, NE10 0JY UK

Emergency Contacts

National advisory body/Poison Centre

+44 (0)844 892 0111

International Paint Ltd.

+44 (0)191 469 6111

24H

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Liq. Cat. 2 H225
Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H332
Skin Irrit. Cat. 2 H315
Eye Irrit. Cat. 2 H319
STOT SE Cat. 3 H335
STOT RE Cat. 2 H373
Asp. Tox. Cat. 1 H304

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

Hazard Statements

H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H332 Harmful if inhaled.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

Precautionary Statements

P210 Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames and hot surfaces. - No smoking.
P235 Keep cool.
P241 Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating, lighting and all material-handling equipment.
P261 Do not breathe vapour or spray.
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P280 Wear protective gloves.
P282 Wear eye or face protection.
P301 + P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or physician.
P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower.
P304 + P341 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
P314 Get medical attention if you feel unwell.
P331 Do NOT induce vomiting.
P403 Store in a well-ventilated place.
P501 Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local, regional, national and international regulations.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type mixture

There are no additional ingredients present which, within the current knowledge of the supplier and in the concentrations applicable, are classified as hazardous to health or the environment, are PBTs or vPvBs or have been assigned a workplace exposure limit and hence require reporting in this section.

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
4-methylpentan-2-one EC: 203-550-1 108-10-1 50 - 75% Yes
xylene EC: 215-535-7 1330-20-7 35 - 50% Yes
ethylbenzene EC: 202-849-4 100-41-4 10 - 20% Yes

Occupational exposure limits, if available, are listed in Section 8.

Notes

There are no additional ingredients present which, within the current knowledge of the supplier and in the concentrations applicable, are classified as hazardous to health or the environment, are PBTs or vPvBs or have been assigned a workplace exposure limit and hence require reporting in this section.

04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Remove to fresh air. Keep person warm and at rest. If not breathing, if breathing is irregular or if respiratory arrest occurs, provide artificial respiration or oxygen by trained personnel.

Symptoms: respiratory tract irritation, coughing, headache, drowsiness/fatigue, dizziness/vertigo, muscle weakness, unconsciousness

Skin contact

Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water or use recognised skin cleanser. Do NOT use solvents or thinners.

Symptoms: irritation, redness, dryness, cracking

Eye contact

Check for and remove any contact lenses. Immediately flush eyes with running water for at least 15 minutes, keeping eyelids open. Seek immediate medical attention.

Symptoms: pain or irritation, watering, redness

Ingestion

If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show the container or label. Keep person warm and at rest. Do NOT induce vomiting.

Symptoms: nausea or vomiting

Immediate Medical Attention

Contact poison treatment specialist immediately if large quantities have been ingested or inhaled.

Medical Treatment

Treat symptomatically.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Use dry chemical, CO₂, water spray (fog) or foam.

Unsuitable media

Do not use water jet.

Specific hazards

Highly flammable liquid and vapour. In a fire or if heated, a pressure increase will occur and the container may burst, with the risk of a subsequent explosion. Runoff to sewer may create fire or explosion hazard.

Instructions

Promptly isolate the scene by removing all persons from the vicinity of the incident if there is a fire. No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. Move containers from fire area if this can be done without risk. Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool.

Firefighter Protection

Fire-fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in positive pressure mode. Clothing for fire-fighters (including helmets, protective boots and gloves) conforming to European standard EN 469 will provide a basic level of protection for chemical incidents.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. Evacuate surrounding areas. Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from entering. Do not touch or walk through spilt material. Shut off all ignition sources. No flares, smoking or flames in hazard area. Avoid breathing vapour or mist. Provide adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Put on appropriate personal protective equipment.

Small spill

Stop leak if without risk. Move containers from spill area. Use spark-proof tools and explosion-proof equipment. Dilute with water and mop up if water-soluble. Alternatively, or if water-insoluble, absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste disposal container. Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal contractor.

Large spill

Stop leak if without risk. Move containers from spill area. Use spark-proof tools and explosion-proof equipment. Approach the release from upwind. Prevent entry into sewers, water courses, basements or confined areas. Wash spillages into an effluent treatment plant or proceed as follows. Contain and collect spillage with non-combustible, absorbent material e.g. sand, earth, vermiculite or diatomaceous earth and place in container for disposal according to local regulations. Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal contractor.

Environmental

Avoid dispersal of spilt material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see Section 8). Do not breathe vapour or mist. Do not swallow. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Use only with adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Do not enter storage areas and confined spaces unless adequately ventilated. Keep in the original container or an approved alternative made from a compatible material, kept tightly closed when not in use. Store and use away from heat, sparks, open flame or any other ignition source. Use explosion-proof electrical (ventilating, lighting and material handling) equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against electrostatic discharges. Empty containers retain product residue and can be hazardous. Do not reuse container.

Storage

Store in accordance with local regulations. Store in a segregated and approved area. Store in original container protected from direct sunlight in a dry, cool and well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials (see Section 10) and food and drink. Store locked up. Eliminate all ignition sources. Vapours are heavier than air and may spread along floors. Separate from oxidizing materials. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Containers that have been opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage. Do not store in unlabelled containers. Use appropriate containment to avoid environmental contamination.

Hygiene

Eating, drinking and smoking should be prohibited in areas where this material is handled, stored and processed. Workers should wash hands and face before eating, drinking and smoking. Remove contaminated clothing and protective equipment before entering eating areas.

Fire prevention

Store and use away from heat, sparks, open flame or any other ignition source. Eliminate all ignition sources.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Use only with adequate ventilation. Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep worker exposure to airborne contaminants below any recommended or statutory limits. The engineering controls also need to keep gas, vapour or dust concentrations below any lower explosive limits. Use explosion-proof ventilation equipment.

Hands

Use chemical resistant gloves classified under Standard EN 374: Protective gloves against chemicals and micro-organisms. Recommended: Viton® or Nitrile gloves. When prolonged or frequently repeated contact may occur, a glove with a protection class of 6 (breakthrough time greater than 480 minutes according to EN 374) is recommended. When only brief contact is expected, a glove with a protection class of 2 or higher (breakthrough time greater than 30 minutes according to EN 374) is recommended. The user must check that the final choice of type of glove selected for handling this product is the most appropriate and takes into account the particular conditions of use, as included in the user's risk assessment. NOTICE: The selection of a specific glove for a particular application and duration of use in a workplace should also take into account all relevant workplace factors such as, but not limited to: Other chemicals which may be handled, physical requirements (cut/puncture protection, dexterity, thermal protection), potential body reactions to glove materials, as well as the instructions/ specifications provided by the glove supplier. Barrier creams may help to protect the exposed areas of the skin but should not be applied once exposure has occurred.

Eyes

Safety eyewear complying with an approved standard should be used when a risk assessment indicates this is necessary to avoid exposure to liquid splashes, mists, gases or dusts. If contact is possible, the following protection should be worn, unless the assessment indicates a higher degree of protection: chemical splash goggles.

Respiratory

Use a properly fitted, air-purifying or air-fed respirator complying with an approved standard if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary. Respirator selection must be based on known or anticipated exposure levels, the hazards of the product and the safe working limits of the selected respirator.

Skin/Body

Personal protective equipment for the body should be selected based on the task being performed and the risks involved and should be approved by a specialist before handling this product. When there is a risk of ignition from static electricity, wear anti-static protective clothing. For the greatest protection from static discharges, clothing should include anti-static overalls, boots and gloves. Refer to European Standard EN 1149 for further information on material and design requirements and test methods. Appropriate footwear and any additional skin protection measures should be selected based on the task being performed and the risks involved and should be approved by a specialist before handling this product.

Environmental

Emissions from ventilation or work process equipment should be checked to ensure they comply with the requirements of environmental protection legislation. In some cases, fume scrubbers, filters or engineering modifications to the process equipment will be necessary to reduce emissions to acceptable levels.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Physical State
Liquid.
Physical State Data
liquid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
Liquid. Colourless.
Colour
Colourless.
Colour Intensity
---
Form
---
Odor
Solvent.
Odor Threshold
Not available.
Ph
Not applicable.
Melting Point
Not available.
Boiling Point
117 to 118°C (242.6 to 244.4°F)
Flash Point
15°C
Freezing Point
Not available.
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
Not available.
Vapor Pressure
Not available.
Vapor Density
Not available.
Relative Density
0.83
Bulk Density
---
Density
---
Flammability
Not available.
Upper Explosive Limit
7.5%
Lower Explosive Limit
1.4%
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
Not available.
Decomposition Temperature
Not available.
Solubility
Insoluble in the following materials: cold water.
Partition Coefficient
Not available.
Solubility In Water
Insoluble in the following materials: cold water.
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
---
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Kinematic Viscosity
5 mm²/s
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

The product is stable.

Reactivity

No specific test data related to reactivity available for this product or its ingredients.

Hazardous reactions

Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous reactions will not occur.

Avoid

Avoid all possible sources of ignition (spark or flame). Do not pressurise, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind or expose containers to heat or sources of ignition.

Incompatible

Reactive or incompatible with the following materials: oxidizing materials

Decomposition

Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous decomposition products should not be produced.

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

Treatment

The generation of waste should be avoided or minimised wherever possible. Disposal of this product, solutions and any by-products should at all times comply with the requirements of environmental protection and waste disposal legislation and any regional local authority requirements. Dispose of surplus and non-recyclable products via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Waste should not be disposed of untreated to the sewer unless fully compliant with the requirements of all authorities with jurisdiction.

Disposal

Dispose of surplus and non-recyclable products via a licensed waste disposal contractor.

Waste Codes

08 01 11* waste paint and varnish containing organic solvents or other dangerous substances EWC
14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
UN1263
Shipping Name
PAINT RELATED MATERIAL
Transport Class
3
Packing Group
II
ADR

Transport within user's premises: always transport in closed containers that are upright and secure. Ensure that persons transporting the product know what to do in the event of an accident or spillage.

IMDG

Transport within user's premises: always transport in closed containers that are upright and secure. Ensure that persons transporting the product know what to do in the event of an accident or spillage.

IATA

Transport within user's premises: always transport in closed containers that are upright and secure. Ensure that persons transporting the product know what to do in the event of an accident or spillage.

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

Chemical Safety Assessment Not performed
?

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for International Thinner?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of International Thinner?

International Thinner is a liquid. appearing as liquid. colourless. with colourless. color. It has solvent. odor.

What is the solubility of International Thinner?

Insoluble in the following materials: cold water.

What is International Thinner used for?

Professional application of coatings and inks, Industrial application of coatings and inks

What are the hazard statements for International Thinner?

This substance has 7 hazard statements:

  • H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
  • H304: May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
  • H315: Causes skin irritation.
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H332: Harmful if inhaled.
  • H335: May cause respiratory irritation.
  • H373: May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

What is the melting point of International Thinner?

The melting point is Not available. and the boiling point is 117 to 118°C (242.6 to 244.4°F).