Material Safety Data Sheet

According to EC Directive 2001/58/EC

1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND THE

COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
Product Name:
Specific use(s):

XYLAN 1052/F0874 GREY BLACK

Organic solvent based, high temperature, general purpose
coating specially designed for extreme pressure
applications.

Contact manufacturer
Whitford Plastics Ltd.
10 Christleton Court, Manor Park
Runcorn, Cheshire WA7 1ST
England
Telephone: [44] (1928) 571000 or 598 100
Telefax: [44] (1928) 571 010
E-Mail: salesuk@whitfordww.com

Supplier
Whitford Plastics Ltd.
10 Christleton Court, Manor Park
Runcorn, Cheshire WA7 1ST
England
Telephone: [44] (1928) 571000 or 598 100
Telefax: [44] (1928) 571 010
E-Mail: salesuk@whitfordww.com

Emergency telephone number (24/7): [44] (0) 1928-571000 (Whitford)

2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

Chemical nature of the preparation
Chemical Name
N-METHYLPYRROLIDONE (NMP)
XYLENE

CAS RN
872-50-4
1330-20-7

Weight %
20 - 40%
10 - 20%

EC-No.
212-828-1
215-535-7

GAMMA-BUTYROLACTONE (BLO)
ETHYL BENZENE

96-48-0
100-41-4

10 - 20%
1 - 5%

202-509-5
202-849-4

Classification
Xi;R36/38
R10
Xn;R20/21
Xi;R38
Xn;R22-41
F;R11
Xn;R20

For the full text of the R phrases mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification
Flammable.
Harmful.
Most important hazards
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Flammable. Irritating to skin. Risk of serious damage to eyes.

Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
Symptoms of Exposure:
Inhalation
Irritating to respiratory system. Cough.
Skin contact
Redness. May be absorbed through the skin in harmful amounts.
Eye contact
Severe eye irritation. Redness. Excessive watering.
Ingestion
Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. Unconsciousness.
Specific hazards
Inhalation of high vapour concentrations can cause CNS-depression and narcosis.

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

General advice:
If you feel unwell, seek medical advice (show the label where possible). Wash contaminated clothing before re-use. Show
this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
Inhalation:
Move to fresh air in case of accidental inhalation of vapours or decomposition products. Lie down in the recovery position,
cover and keep warm. Apply artificial respiration only if patient is not breathing or under medical supervision.
Skin contact:
Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water removing all contaminated clothes and shoes. If skin irritation
persists, call a physician.
Eye contact:
Immediately flush with plenty of water. After initial flushing, remove any contact lenses and continue flushing for at least
15 minutes. Keep eye wide open while rinsing. If eye irritation persists, consult a specialist.
Ingestion:
Clean mouth with water and drink afterwards plenty of water. Do not induce vomiting: contains petroleum distillates and/or
aromatic solvents. If a person vomits when lying on his back, place him in the recovery position. Obtain medical attention.
Notes to physician:
Persons who have inhaled the fumes produced in a fire may not show immediate symptoms. Inhalation of the
decomposition products from processing conditions or from smoking fluoropolymer contaminated tobacco may cause a
temporary flu-like illness known as "Polymer Fume Fever." Treatment should be symptomatic.

5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES

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Suitable extinguishing media

Use dry chemical, CO2, water spray or "alcohol" foam.
Extinguishing media which must not be used for safety reasons
Do not use a solid water stream as it may scatter and spread fire.
Specific hazards
The vapour is invisible, heavier than air and spreads along the ground. Can form explosive mixture with air particularly in
empty uncleaned containers. Heating may cause pressure rise with risk of bursting and subsequent explosion.
Flammable. Flash back possible over considerable distance.
Special protective equipment for fire-fighters
Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.
Specific methods
Cool containers / tanks with spray water. In the event of fire, cool containers / tanks with water spray.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal precautions
Wear personal protective equipment. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Spillage onto the outside of container will
make the container slippy. Sweep-up to prevent slipping hazard. Remove all sources of ignition. Pay attention to
flashback.
Environmental precautions
Should not be released into the environment. Do not allow material to contaminate ground water system. Do not flush into
surface water or sanitary sewer system. Avoid subsoil penetration. Local authorities should be advised if significant
spillages cannot be contained.
Methods for cleaning up
Soak up with inert absorbent material (e.g. sand, silica gel, acid binder, universal binder) and dispose of as hazardous
waste. Sweep up and shovel into suitable containers for disposal.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Handling
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. When using do not smoke. Use only in area provided with appropriate exhaust
ventilation. Change out of working clothes and wash hands before breaks and at the end of the working day.
Storage
Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, wellventilated place. Keep at temperatures between 5 and 30C.
Packaging material
Store in original container.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION

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Occupational exposure controls

Engineering measures
As required by the COSHH regulations the user (employer) must "monitor and maintain the concentration of all hazardous
substances in the air below their occupational exposure limits." Ensure spray booth filters are changed, cleaned and
serviced regularly. Provide adequate ventilation. Equipment used to apply and cure this product must be adequately
exhausted. Where reasonably practicable this should be achieved by the use of local exhaust ventilation and good
general extraction.
Chemical Name
N-METHYLPYRROLIDONE
(NMP)
XYLENE

ETHYL BENZENE

Exposure Limit Values

EUROPEAN IOELVS
UNITED KINGDOM OELS
75 ppm STEL; 309 mg/m3
STEL = 309 mg/m3 STEL
75 ppm STEL; 309 mg/m3
STEL = 75 ppm STEL
TWA (IOELV): 221 mg/m3
100 ppm STEL; 441 mg/m3
TWA (IOELV): 50 ppm
STEL = 100 ppm STEL
STEL (IOELV): 442 mg/m3
100 ppm STEL; 441 mg/m3
STEL (IOELV): 100 ppm
STEL = 441 mg/m3 STEL
TWA (IOELV): 100 ppm
125 ppm STEL; 552 mg/m3
TWA (IOELV): 442 mg/m3
STEL = 552 mg/m3 STEL
STEL (IOELV): 884 mg/m3
125 ppm STEL; 552 mg/m3
STEL (IOELV): 200 ppm
STEL = 125 ppm STEL

IRISH OELS
TWA: 101 mg/m3
TWA: 25 ppm
TWA: 221 mg/m3
TWA: 50 ppm
STEL: 100 ppm
STEL: 442 mg/m3
TWA: 100 ppm
TWA: 435 mg/m3
STEL: 545 mg/m3
STEL: 125 ppm

Personal protective equipment

Respiratory protection
When workers are facing concentrations above the exposure limit they must use appropriate certified respirators. The use
of a suitable mask with particle filter P3 (BS EN 143) and a respirator with an organic vapour filter A2 (BS EN 143) is
recommended.
Hand protection
Solvent-resistant gloves. For prolonged use the gloves should meet the requirements of EN374 preferably with a Class 6
performance level which indicates a breakthrough time of >480 minutes e.g butyl rubber gloves - 0.7mm coating
thickness. For short-term contact the gloves should meet the requirements of EN374 preferably with at least Class 2
performance level which indicates a breakthrough time of >30 minutes e.g nitrile rubber - 0.4mm coating thickness.
Eye protection
Safety glasses. If extra protection is required wear a face-shield over the safety glasses or splash goggles. Face-shields
are only effective if worn in addition to safety glasses or splash goggles. Eye wash bottle with pure water.
Skin and body protection
Lightweight protective clothing. Safety showers should be readily available.
Hygiene measures
It is good practice in industrial hygiene to avoid contact with organic solvents by using appropriate protective measures
whenever possible.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Form:
Appearance:
Odour:
Colour:
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Liquid
Viscous, black liquid.
Amine-like.
Black.
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pH:

7 - 8

Flash point:
Method:
Explosion limits:
- lower:
- upper:

>35C
Pensky-Martens Closed Tester.

Specific gravity (g/cc):

1.11 0.02

Boiling point/range:
Melting point/range:
Decomposition temperature:
Auotignition temperature:

>136C
<-24C
>285C
>245C

Vapour Pressure:
Evaporation rate:
Water solubility:
Solubility in other solvents:

<2.37 mmHg @20C

Slower than butyl acetate.
Immiscible.
Only compatible with limited range of solvents. Use of non-compatible solvent may
make product unusable. Please contact Whitford Technical department for advice.

Viscosity:

45 - 50 seconds BS4 viscosity cup

35 - 45 seconds in a FORD 4 viscosity cup

Percent volatile by volume:

Volume of vapour from 1 kilo of
product:

80%
<168litre(s)

1.0
15.6

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Materials to avoid
Acids. Bases. Oxidising agents. Halogenated compounds.
Hazardous decomposition products
The fluoropolymer resins used in this coating begin to decompose, very slowly, at temperatures above 260C. Thermal
decomposition is more rapid at temperatures above 400C. Above 425C fluoropolymer resins give off small amounts of
tetrafluoroethylene / hexafluoropropylene / perisofluorobutylene / carbonyl fluoride / hydrogen fluoride. These are toxic
and if inhaled, in sufficient quantities, may be harmful. The actual decomposition products depend on temperature and
the amount of oxygen. Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapours. Nitrogen oxides (NOx).
Combustion produces oxides of carbon (COx) including highly poisonous carbon monoxide.
Polymerisation
Hazardous polymerisation does not occur.
Conditions to avoid
Prolonged heating at temperatures above 40C. Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition.

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11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

LETHAL CONCENTRATION & LETHAL DOSE TOXICITY FOR PRODUCT COMPONENTS
N-METHYLPYRROLIDONE (NMP), CAS NO 872-50-4
= 2000 mg/kg Dermal LD50 Rabbit
= 2500 mg/kg Dermal LD50 Rat
= 3.1 mg/L Inhalation LC50 Rat 4 h
= 3598 mg/kg Oral LD50 Rat
XYLENE, CAS NO 1330-20-7
= 4300 mg/kg Oral LD50 Rat
= 5000 ppm Inhalation LC50 Rat 4 h
> 1700 mg/kg Dermal LD50 Rabbit
GAMMA-BUTYROLACTONE (BLO), CAS NO 96-48-0
= 1540 mg/kg Oral LD50 Rat
> 2.68 mg/L Inhalation LC50 Rat 4 h
ETHYL BENZENE, CAS NO 100-41-4
= 15354 mg/kg Dermal LD50 Rabbit
= 17.2 mg/L Inhalation LC50 Rat 4 h
= 3500 mg/kg Oral LD50 Rat

Sensitisation
No sensitization reponses were observed.
Local effects
Exposure to component solvent vapour concentrations in excess of stated national occupational exposure limits may
result in adverse health effects. Symptoms of overexposure may be headache, dizziness, tiredness, nausea and vomiting.
Chronic toxicity
Repeated or prolonged contact with the preparation may cause removal of natural fat from the skin resulting in nonallergic contact dermatitis and absorption through the skin.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Persistence and degradability
Not inherently biodegradable.
Aquatic toxicity
Contains no substances known to be hazardous to the environment or not degradable in waste water treatment plants.
ECOTOXICITY EFFECTS FOR PRODUCT COMPONENTS
N-METHYLPYRROLIDONE (NMP), CAS NO 872-50-4

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1072 mg/L LC50 96

1400 mg/L LC50 96
4000 mg/L LC50 96
832 mg/L LC50 96
3135 mg/L EC50 96
4897 mg/L EC50 48
500 mg/L EC50 72
XYLENE, CAS NO 1330-20-7
8.05 mg/L LC50 96
16.1 mg/L LC50 96
26.7 mg/L LC50 96
13.4 mg/L LC50 96
0.0084 mg/L EC50 24
0.6 mg/L LC50 48
3.82 mg/L EC50 48
GAMMA-BUTYROLACTONE (BLO), CAS NO 96-48-0
220 - 460 mg/L LC50 96
10000 mg/L EC50 17
500 mg/L EC50 48
79 mg/L EC50 96
360 mg/L EC50 72
ETHYL BENZENE, CAS NO 100-41-4
150.0 mg/L LC50 96
9.6 mg/L LC50 96
9.09 mg/L LC50 96
48.5 mg/L LC50 96
32 mg/L LC50 96
14.0 mg/L LC50 96
4.2 mg/L LC50 96
96 mg/L EC50 24
9.68 mg/L EC50 30
1.8 - 2.4 mg/L EC50 48
438 mg/L EC50 96
4.6 mg/L EC50 72

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Waste from residues / unused products
Classified as hazardous waste according to the Hazardous Waste Regulations 2005 and the List of Wastes Regulations
2005. Should not be released into the environment. It must undergo special treatment, e.g. at suitable disposal site, to
comply with the Environment Protection (Duty of Care) Regulations 1991. Use a registered waste disposal company and
supply accurate information about the nature of the hazard according to the Environmental Protection (Duty of Care)
Regulations 1991. Waste disposal number - 08 01 11* Waste paint and varnish containing organic solvents or other
dangerous substances.

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Contaminated packaging
Contaminated packaging is classified as hazardous waste according to the Hazardous Waste Regulations 2005 and the
List of Wastes Regulations 2005. Empty containers should be transported/delivered using a registered waste carrier for
local recycling or waste disposal. Waste disposal number - 15 01 10* Packaging containing residues of our contaminated
by dangerous substances. Fully drained containers which are drop- and scrape-free can be treated as industrial waste,
and can possibly be recycled.

14. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION

UN-No:
Proper shipping name:
Hazard Class:
Packing group:
TREM-CARD:

European Road/Rail (ADR/RID)

1139
COATING SOLUTION contains xylene (Flashpoint 23 61C)
3
III
1139-3S

International Air Transport Association (IATA); International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)
Proper shipping name:
COATING SOLUTION contains xylene (Flashpoint 23 61C)
Hazard Class:
3
UN/ID Number:
1139
Packing group:
III
International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG); International Maritime Organization (IMO)
Proper shipping name:
COATING SOLUTION contains xylene (Flashpoint 23 61C)
Hazard Class:
3
UN/ID Number:
1139
Packing group:
III
IMDG Page:
3321
Emergency Schedule (EMS) - Fire:
F-E
Emergency Schedule (EMS) - Spill:
S-E

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

Indication of danger:
Xn - Harmful.

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R-phrase(s)
R10 - Flammable.
R38 - Irritating to skin.
R41 - Risk of serious damage to eyes.
R20/21/22 - Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
S-phrase(s)
S23 - Do not breathe fumes or vapour.
S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S38 - In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment.
S42 - During fumigation/spraying wear suitable respiratory equipment.
S51 - Use only in well ventilated areas.
S36/37/39 - Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
International Inventories
United States TSCA:
Canada DSL:
Canada NDSL:
EC-No.
Europe ELINCS:
Korea ECL:
China Inventory:
Australia AICS:
Japan ENCS:
Phillipines PICCS:

One or more chemicals in this product are not listed in the inventory.
All chemicals in this product are listed in the inventory.
One or more chemicals in this product are not listed in the inventory.
One or more chemicals in this product are not listed in the inventory.
One or more chemicals in this product are not listed in the inventory.
All chemicals in this product are listed in the inventory.
All chemicals in this product are listed in the inventory.
All chemicals in this product are listed in the inventory.
One or more chemicals in this product are not listed in the inventory.
All chemicals in this product are listed in the inventory.

Legend
TSCA: Toxic Substance Control Act
DSL: Domestic Substance List
NDSL: Non-Domestic Substance List
EINECS: European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances
ELINCS: EU List of Notified Chemical Substances
ECL: Existing Chemicals List aka Existing and Evaluated Chemical Substances
AICS: Inventory of Chemical Substances
ENCS: Existing and New Chemical Substances
PICCS: Phillipines Inventory of Chemicals and Chemical Substances

16. OTHER INFORMATION

Shelf life
12 month(s). Turn container(s) upside down or high speed / shear mix the material(s) every month to maintain quality and
minimise settling. Significant increase in viscosity and / or lower dry film gloss indicates that the coating has exceeded its
shelf life.
Text of R phrases mentioned in Section 2

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R10 - Flammable.
R38 - Irritating to skin.
R41 - Risk of serious damage to eyes.
R22 - Harmful if swallowed.
R11 - Highly flammable.
R20 - Harmful by inhalation.

R36/38 - Irritating to eyes and skin.

R20/21 - Harmful by inhalation and in contact with skin.
MSDS INFORMATION
Revision Date:
Revision Number:
Prepared By:
Further information:

09 January 2008
1
Campbell Wilson, Regulatory Affairs, Whitford Plastics Ltd.
cwilson@whitfordww.com
Refer to attached material safety data sheets and/or product data sheets. Data
sheets more than 36 months old may not be reliable: Obtain an up-to-date version to
be sure information is current.
NOTE: This material safety data sheet does not constitute an assessment of
workplace risk as required by the Health & Safety at Work Act and the Control of
Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations.

NON-WARRANTY: The information presented in this publication is based upon the research and experience of Whitford.
No representation or warranty is made, however, concerning the accuracy or completeness of the information presented
in this publication. Whitford makes no warranty or representation of any kind, express or implied, including without
limitation any warranty or merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose, and no warranty or representation shall be
implied by law or otherwise. Any products sold by Whitford are not warranted as suitable for any particular purpose to the
buyer. The suitability of any products for any purpose particular to the buyer is for the buyer to determine. Whitford
assumes no responsibility for the selection of products suitable to the particular purposes of any particular buyer.
Whitford shall in no event be liable for any special, incidental, or consequential damages.

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