C. Epoxy/amine products containing organic solvents. Product no..

: 95881 (EEC8453) 1

Safety Data Sheet

1. Identification of the preparation and of the company. Revision date:

99-06-13
Product name and/or number: Supersedes (previous date):
CURING AGENT 95881
95881(EEC8453)

Company name, address and telephone: PR.-nr.:

Hempel Paints (Saudi Arabia) W.L.L.
P.O. Box 1077
Emergency telephone:
Dammam 31431
Saudi Arabia (03) 847 1616
See part 4 First aid meassures.
Tel.: (03) 847 1616

Product type: polyaminoamide curing agent

Field of use: metal industry, ships and shipyards.

2. Composition/information on ingredients.
Substances hazardous to the health:
Substance name Note Concentration Symbols R-phrases
xylene 30 - 40 Xn R20 R21 R38
ethylbenzene 5 - 10 Xn R20

Notes on components:

3. Hazard identification.

Harmful Flammable

Contains:
xylene
Harmful by inhalation and in contact with skin. Irritating to skin. Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.
Do not breathe vapour/spray. Use only in well ventilated areas.
( EEC 8453 )

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4. First aid measures.

Generally
In case of doubt seek medical advice.
By accident: Contact a doctor or hospital - bring the label or this safety data sheet with the patient.
Inhalation
Move the patient into fresh air and keep the patient under surveillance.

If the patient is unconscious and not breathing administer artificial respiration. If the patient is breathing, place
them in the unconscious position and keep warm by wrapping. Send for a doctor or ambulance immediately.
If gasses from the decomposition of the product have been inhaled, seek medical advice, as the symptoms may
be delayed.
Eyes
Flush immediately with water for at least 10 minutes. Keep the eye wide open. If necessary seek medical
attention.
Skin
Remove contaminated clothing immediately and wash contaminated skin with soap and water. Skin cleanser
may be used. Never use thinner or solvent as these degrease the skin.
Swallowing
Do not provoke vomiting. If vomiting occurs keep the patients' head low to prevent vomit from entering the lungs.

5. Fire fighting measures.

For firefighting use foam, carbon dioxide or chemical powder. Never use a water jet, this may spread the fire.

Fire will evolve dense, black smoke. Combustion products are hazardous and respiratory protection may be
needed.

Cool exposed tanks or containers with water.

6. Accidental release measures.

Remove possible sources of ignition and provide good ventilation. Avoid inhalation of vapours. See item 7 and 8
for handling precautions and personal protection. Collect spillage with a non-combustible absorbent material eg.
granulate, sand or earth and place in disposable waste containers according to national legislation (see item 13).
Spillage must not be flushed into sewers or streams.

Preferably clean with a cleansing agent. Avoid use of solvents. If lakes, streams or the drainage systems have
been contaminated inform the relevant authorities according to national legislation.

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7. Handling and storage.

Handling
The vapours may form explosive mixtures with air. Prevent the formation of flammable/explosive mixtures and
avoid vapour concentrations above the threshold limits. The vapours are heavier than air and may spread along
the floor.The product must not be used close to open fires or other possible sources of ignition. Electrical
installations must be protected according to regulations. The product may be electrostatically charged. Always
use earthed equipment when transferring the product from one container to another. It is recommended to use
conductive floors and that personnel use antistatic footwear and clothing. Non-spark producing tools are
recommended.

Avoid all possible skin contact with with epoxy and amine containing products, they may cause allergic
reactions. Avoid inhalation of vapours and spray mist. Do not eat, drink or smoke in working places. For
personal protection, see item 8.
Always use receptacles made of the same material as the original container.
Storage
Store according to national regulations for flammable liquids. Keep the product in closed containers, away from
children, in a dry, well ventilated place and separated from foodstuffs according to national regulations.
Keep the product away from sources of ignition, oxidizing substances and strong acidic or alkaline substances.
Smoking in the vicinity is prohibited. Access by unauthorized persons should be prohibited. Opened containers
should be carefully closed and kept in an upright position to avoid leakage.

8. Exposure controls/personal protection.

Technical precautions.
Arrange sufficient ventilation, if possible, by local exhaust ventilation and good general ventilation. If this is
insufficient to keep the concentration of solvents and other volatile substances below the Threshold Limit
Values, personal respiratory protection must be used. Spray-mist will contain all the ingredients of the product
and must never be inhaled.
Threshold Limit Values
Substance name Note ppm mg/m3
xylene H 25 109
ethylbenzene 50 217

The Treshold Limit Values listed are in accordance with the Danish Working Environment Services list dated
December 1996. L: the TLV is a ceiling value, H: may be absorbed via skin, K: considered to be carcinogenic,*
TLV is the recommendation of the supplier.
Personal protection - general

Respiratory protection
When the concentration of solvent and/or volatile substances is above the Threshold Limit Value, suitable
respiratory equipment must be used.
Hand protection
Use suitable, disposable gloves. If possible, use cotton under-gloves. Do not use protective creams under, or in
the place of, gloves.
Eye protection
Wear suitable goggles or face shield as a protection against splashes.
Skin protection
If necessary wear suitable protective clothing. Always wear protective clothing when spraying.

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9. Physical and chemical properties.

Physical state: viscous liquid Explosive limits (vol %): 1,0 - 7,6
Flash point (C): 25 Weight % organic solvents: c 38
Density (kg/l): c 0,9 Weight % water: c 0
pH: - Miscible with water: No

10. Stability and reactivity.

The product is stable at the recommended storage and handling conditions (see item 7). When exposed to high
temperature harmful decomposition products may be formed, e.g. carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide and smoke.
Keep the product away from oxidizing agents and strongly alkaline and strongly acidic materials to prevent the
possibility of exothermic reaction.
The product contains chemically bound nitrogen. At temperatures above the decomposition temperature (e.g.
during fire) toxic/harmful vapours may occur.

11. Toxicological information.

There is no data available for the product itself.
Exposure to the solvent vapours in concentrations above the TLV's can cause damage to several organs
included the nervous system. Symptoms include loss of memory and -concentration, abnormal fatigue, irritability
and, in extreme cases, unconsciousness.
Epoxy and amine containing products can cause skin disorders, such as allergic eczema. The allergy may arise
after only a short exposure period.
Organic solvents may lead to removal of natural fats from the skin resulting in non allergic contact dermatitis and
absorption through the skin. (See item 8). Splashes to eye will cause irritation.
Accidental swallowing may cause stomach pain. Chemical lung inflammation may occur if the product is taken
into the lungs via vomiting.

12. Ecological information.

There is no data available for the product. The product must not be drained into water courses or drainage
system.

13. Disposal considerations.

Spillage, remains and non-cleaned cans should be regarded as chemical waste and be discarded in accordance
with national legislation.
Waste group and card:

14. Transport information.

Transport may take place according to national regulation or ADR for transport by road, RID for transport by
train or IMDG for transport by sea.
The transport classification in part 14 is according to ADR 1997 and IMDG amendment 28-96.
ADR/RID Class/pk.gr.: 3-31C Secondary danger TEC(R): 595
Technical name: 1263 PAINT

IMDG Class: 3.3 Secondary danger: Marine Pollutant: No

Pk.gr.: III UN-no.: 1263 EmS: 3-05 310
Note:
Shipping name: PAINT

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15. Regulatory information.

Classification and labelling according to EU-Directives (the Preparations directive etc.).
Hazard symbols: Xn: Harmful, R10: Flammable
Contains:
xylene
Phrases:
R 20/21, R 38, S 36/37, S 23, S 51
Code number: MAL-value:

Restrictions for use:

Demand for special education:

Flammable liquid, class:

16. Other information:

Symbols and R-phrases stated in item 2:

Xn : Harmful
R20 : Harmful by inhalation.
R38 : Irritating to skin.
R21 : Harmful in contact with skin
The information contained in this safety data sheet is based on the present state of knowledge and EU and
national legislation. It provides guidance on health, safty and environmental aspects necessary for handling the
product in a safe way and should not be construed as any guarantee of the technical performance or suitability
for particular applications.
It is always the duty of the user/employer to ascertain that the work is planned and carried out in accordance
with the national regulations.

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