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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Flexol PPAPM and Flexol PPM
SECTION 1: IDENTIFICATION OF THE MATERIAL AND SUPPLIER
Flexol PPAPM 17/40/13, Flexol PPAPM 24/8/36 and Flexol PPM 6/64
Product Name:
Other Names: Flexol, Flexol PPAPM, Flexol PPM.
Recommended Use: Printing industry solvent
Supplier: CSR Distilleries Operations Pty Limited
ABN: ABN 85 009 660 191
Address: 265 Whitehall Street
Yarraville VIC 3013
Australia
Telephone: +61 3 9283 4500 (Or 1800 819 618 (available in Australia only))
Facsimile: 1800 647 260
000 Fire Brigade and Police (available in Australia only).
Emergency Phone :
This Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is issued by the supplier in accordance with the
Important Notice :
Australian Safety and Compensation Commission ASCC (formerly National Occupational
Health and Safety Commission -NOHSC) Code and guidelines. As such, the information in it
must not be altered, deleted or added to. An updated MSDS will be issued if there is a change in
product specifications and/or ASCC guidelines/regulations. The supplier will not accept any
responsibility for any changes made to its MSDS by any other person or organization.
SECTION 2: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE 鈥? DANGEROUS GOOD
STATEMENT OF HAZARDOUS NATURE: classified as Hazardous according to the criteria of the Australian Safety
and Compensation Commission ASCC (formerly National Occupational Health and Safety Commission -NOHSC)
Approved Criteria For Classifying Hazardous Substances [NOHSC:1008] 3rd Edition.
Dangerous Goods Class: 3
Risk Phrases:
R11 Highly flammable
R20/22 Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed
R36/38 Irritating to eyes and skin.
R66 Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness and cracking
Safety Phrases:
S7/9 Keep container tightly closed and in a well ventilated place.
S16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
S23 Do not breathe vapour
S29 Do not empty into drains
S33 Take precautionary measures against static discharges
S24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes
S36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing/ gloves and eye/face protection
S45 In case of an accident or feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label
whenever possible).
SECTION 3: COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical Name Proportion CAS Number
n-Propanol 6 - 40% w/w 71-23-8
Ethanol 30% w/w 64-17-5
n-Propyl Acetate 0 - 17% w/w 109-60-4
Methoxy Propanol (PGME) 13 - 64% w/w 107-98-2
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SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES
If there are signs of drunkenness (intoxication or inebriation) then serious health effects may follow (depending on the amount
swallowed or inhaled). Immediate medical attention should be sought and the affected person transferred and accompanied to
the care of a doctor or hospital. Treat unconsciousness by placing the person in the coma position. Apply artificial respiration if
breathing stops.
Poisons Information Centre: call from anywhere in Australia 13 11 26
Swallowed: See above. If a minor amount has been accidentally swallowed, then, if conscious, give large amounts of water.
Do not allow further work until fitness for duties is established. Do not attempt to induce vomiting or give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. Seek medical attention.
Eye: Flush eye with running water for a minimum of 15 minutes. Seek medical attention promptly if irritation persists or any loss
of vision occurs.
Skin: Immediately remove contaminated clothing. Wash skin with water. Launder contaminated clothing before re-use.
Inhaled: Remove promptly to fresh air. If there are signs of drunkenness (intoxication or inebriation) or respiratory irritation,
dizziness, nausea or headache occurs, seek immediate medical attention.
Notes to doctor: If intoxication or narcosis is present, supportive hospital or even intensive care may be required.
SECTION 5: FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Specific Hazards: Highly flammable liquid. May form flammable mixtures with air. Burns with a colourless flame. The vapour
is heavier than air and may travel along the ground; distant ignition and flash back are possible. Run off to sewers and drains
may cause explosions. Isolate for at least 800 metres in all directions if tanks or tankers are involved. The use of compressed
air for filling, discharging, mixing or handling is prohibited due to the vapour hazard. All vessels must be earthed to avoid
generation of static charges when agitating or transferring solvents. Avoid all ignition sources. Intrinsically safe equipment
necessary in areas where this chemical is being used.
Extinguishing Media: Use water fog (or if unavailable fine water spray), dry chemical, carbon dioxide for small fires, alcohol
stable foam .or all purpose foam for large fires.
Fire Fighting Procedures: Highly flammable liquid. Use water to cool exposed containers. Heating can cause expansion or
decomposition leading to violent rupture of containers. If safe to do so, remove containers from path of fire. Spills and leaks
may be washed away with copious volumes of water, fog or spray. For major fires or where the atmosphere is either oxygen
deficient or contains unacceptable levels of combustion products, firefighters must wear self-contained breathing apparatus with
full face-mask and protective clothing.
Hazardous Decomposition products: Burning can produce carbon monoxide and/or carbon dioxide.
Hazchem code: 3[Y]E
SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Containment Procedures: In the event of a spillage eliminate all sources of ignition and take measures to prevent static
discharge 鈥? no smoking. Stop and contain the spill for salvage or absorb in inert absorbent material (e.g. soil, sand, vermiculite)
for disposal by an approved method. Prevent run-off into drains and waterways. Clear area of all personnel not directly involved
in the clean up. All personnel involved in the containment and disposal procedures to wear protective equipment as described in
Section 8 to prevent skin and eye contamination and inhalation of vapours. Use water spray to disperse vapour. Wash the
cleaned up area with copious volumes of water to remove any trace amounts of product. Spills can be converted to non-
flammable mixtures by dilution with water. Ventilate area well and ensure the atmosphere is safe before personnel return to the
work area. If contamination of sewers or waterways has occurred, advise the local emergency services.
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SECTION 7: HANDLING & STORAGE
Handling: Use in well ventilated areas away from all ignition sources. Intrinsically safe equipment only must be used in area
where this chemical is being used. The use of compressed air for filling, discharging, mixing or handling is prohibited due to the
vapour hazard. Containers must be earthed to avoid generation of static charges when agitating or transferring product.
Storage: Store in tightly closed containers in cool, dry, isolated and well ventilated areas away from heat, sources of ignition and
incompatibles. Store away from oxidizing agents. Keep containers closed at all times 鈥? check regularly for leaks. Do not eat,
drink or smoke in areas of use or storage. Observe State Regulations concerning the storage and handling of Dangerous
Goods. Store with all precautions required for handling flammable liquids. The requirement of Australian Standard AS 1940
should be observed in addition to AS 1020, AS 1076, AS 2380 and AS 3000.
Empty containers retain residue (liquid and/or vapour) and are dangerous. Do not pressure cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind or
expose such containers to heat, flame, sparks, static electricity, or other sources of ignition.
Incompatibilities: Not to be stored with explosives (Class 1), flammable gases in bulk (Class 2.1), poisonous gases (Class 2.3),
spontaneously combustible substances (Class 4.2), oxidizing agents (Class 5.1), organic peroxides (Class 5.2), radioactive
substances (Class 7). Exemptions may apply.
SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROL & PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Standards: Australian Safety and Compensation Commission ASCC (formerly National Occupational
Health & Safety Commission -NOHSC) National Occupational Exposure Standard (NES):
n-Propanol TWA - 200 ppm (492 mg/m3)
STEL - 250 ppm (614 mg/m3)
Carcinogen Category - None Allocated
Notices - Sk
Ethanol TWA - 1000 ppm (1880 mg/m3)
STEL - None Allocated
Carcinogen Category - None Allocated
Notices - None Allocated
n-Propyl Acetate TWA - 200 ppm (835 mg/m3)
STEL - 250 ppm (1040 mg/m3)
Carcinogen Category - None Allocated
Notices - None Allocated
Methoxy Propanol TWA - 100 ppm (369 mg/m3)
STEL - 150 ppm (553 mg/m3)
Carcinogen Category - None Allocated
Notices - None Allocated
The Australian National Occupational Exposure Standard (NES) is the time-weighted average airborne concentration over an
eight-hour working day, for a five-day working week over an entire working life. According to current knowledge this
concentration should neither impair the health or, cause undue discomfort to, nearly all workers. The NES also requires that
exposures should be kept to as low a level as is workable. NES are guides to be used in the control of occupational health
hazard and should not be used as fine dividing lines between safe and dangerous concentrations of chemicals. They are not a
measure of relative toxicity.
Engineering Controls
Ventilation: Local exhaust ventilation and/or mechanical (general) exhaust is recommended where vapours are likely to be
generated. All such equipment must be intrinsically safe.
Special Considerations for repair and/or maintenance of contaminated equipment: Empty containers retain residue (liquid
and/or vapour) and are dangerous. Do not pressure cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind or expose such containers to heat,
flame, sparks, static electricity, or other sources of ignition. Vapour is heavier than air 鈥? prevent concentration in hollows or
sumps. Do not enter confined spaces where vapour may have collected. Keep containers closed when not in use.
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Personal Hygiene: Protective clothing (gloves, coveralls, boots, etc.) should be worn to prevent skin contact. Always wash
hands before smoking, eating, drinking or using the toilet. Wash contaminated clothing and other protective equipment before
storing or re-using.
Eye Protection: Avoid eye contact by wearing chemical goggles with side shields or face shield (AS/NZS 1336) whenever
exposed to vapour or mist or if there is a risk of splashing liquid in the eyes. Safety showers with eye-wash should be provided
in all areas where product is handled.
Skin Protection: Avoid skin contact by the use of approved chemical resistant gloves and aprons 鈥? PVC or Neoprene (AS
2161).
Respiratory Protection: None should be needed under normal circumstances. In high vapour concentrations, or in suspected
oxygen deficient atmospheres, such as empty vessels or confined spaces, use air supplied hood. In other instances where
ethanol concentrations are likely to exceed 500 ppm or where n-propanol or n-propyl acetate concentrations are likely to exceed
100 ppm, an approved organic vapour respirator (AS/NZS 1715 and 1716) must be worn.
Smoking and Other Dusts: Smoking must be prohibited in all areas where ethanol is used - see safety information on
flammability
SECTION 9: PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance: Clear colourless liquid
Odour: Mild odour.
pH, at stated concentration: Not available
Boiling Point: 78掳C 鈥? 125掳C
Melting Point: -127掳C to -95掳C
Vapour pressure: 44 mm Hg @ 20掳C (Ethanol)
14.5 mm Hg @ 20掳C (n-Propanol)
25 mm Hg @ 20掳C (n-Propyl Acetate)
10 mm Hg @ 20掳C (Methoxy Propanol)
Specific gravity (H2O = 1): 0.83
Solubility in water: Complete (Ethanol, n-Propanol & Methoxy Propanol)
Moderate 18.9 g/L at 20掳C (n-Propyl Acetate)
Evaporation Rate: 253 (n-Butyl Acetate = 100) (Ethanol)
220 (when n-Butyl Acetate = 100) (n-Propanol)
275 (when n-Butyl Acetate = 100) (n-Propyl Acetate)
66 (when n-Butyl Acetate = 100) (Methoxy Propanol)
Vapour Density: 1.59 - 3.52 (air = 1)
Per cent volatiles: 100%
Flash Point: 13掳C 鈥? 32掳C
FP Test Method: Abel closed cup
Autoignition Temperature: 270 - 457掳C
Lower Explosive Limit (LEL): 1.5% 鈥? 3.5%
Upper Explosive Limit (UEL): 8% - 19%
SECTION 10: STABILITY & REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability: Stable
Hazardous Polymerisation: Will not occur
Incompatible Materials: Will react with strong oxidizing agents
Conditions to avoid: Heat, sparks, flame and build-up of static electricity
Hazardous Decomposition products: Burning can produce carbon monoxide and/or carbon dioxide
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SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute Effects:
Inhalation at levels at or exceeding the Occupational Exposure limits or any deliberate ingestion, is known to lead to health
effects which may be evident in themselves, or lead to impaired functioning and consequent safety risks in the industrial setting.
A blood alcohol level in excess of 0.05g\100ml is regarded as likely to impair functioning for tasks such as operating machinery.
Ethanol: LD50/oral/rat: 7060 mg/kg (literature data)
LC50/inhalation/rat: 38 mg/l/10 h (literature data)
n-Propanol: LD50/oral/rat: 8038 mg/kg
LD50/dermal/rat: 4049 mg/kg
LC50/inhalation/rat: >33.8 mg/l/4h
n-Propyl Acetate: LD50/oral/rat: 8700 mg/kg
LD50/dermal/rat: 17760 mg/kg
Swallowed: Accidental swallowing is unlikely in the industrial setting. Swallowing can cause drunkenness and harmful central
nervous system effects. The deliberate ingestion of ethanol-containing products is a known occupational risk, and as little as
50-100ml intake in a shift in a 70kg worker may cause inebriation to the point where safety is impaired. Effects of a small intake
may include excitation, euphoria, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, blurred vision, and fatigue. Drinking a large amount may
lead to severe acute intoxication, tremors, convulsions, loss of consciousness, coma, respiratory arrest and death. Aspiration
into lungs may cause pneumonitis.
Eye: Vapours may irritate the eyes. Liquid and mists may severely irritate the eyes and cause corneal damage.
Skin: Contact with skin may result in slight irritation and redness. Prolonged or repeated contact and heavy skin contamination
may cause skin drying and cracking and/or dermatitis with redness, itching, and swelling. This may lead to possible secondary
infection.
Inhaled: Vapour is moderately irritating to mucous membranes and respiratory tract. Inhalation of the vapour may result in
drunkenness, (see effects of swallowing above) or headache, nausea, incoordination, narcosis (sleepiness) and vomiting. Early
signs or symptoms may occur at airborne levels of 500 ppm. Ongoing or repeated exposures at high concentrations may cause
central nervous symptoms similar to 鈥渟wallowed鈥? above. Deliberate inhalation of the vapour is a known occupational risk.
Chronic: Long term exposure by swallowing or repeated exposures in excess of the occupational exposure limits occur, may
cause degenerative changes in the liver, kidneys, gastrointestinal tract and heart muscle. Persons with pre-existing liver
impairment, skin and respiratory disorders may be at an increased risk. Ethanol may cause adverse reproductive effects.
Absorption of some drugs may be affected causing adverse health effects. Ingestion by pregnant women may cause serious
effects in their newborn babies called 鈥渇oetal alcohol syndrome鈥?. Ingredients are not listed as carcinogens by the Australian
Safety and Compensation Commission (formerly NOHSC). The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has
evaluated ethanol as a human carcinogen on the basis of effects of drinking alcoholic beverages, but there is no known
carcinogenic risk from occupational exposures. There is extensive toxicological and epidemiological information on the health
effects of ingesting alcoholic drinks containing ethanol. Any occupational exposures will add to overall exposures from ingestion
of alcoholic drinks any health effects that result from such exposures.
SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxicity to fish (acute): LC0/Golden ide/: >1000 mg/l/48 h (ethanol)
Ecotoxicity: (Ethanol):
Toxicity to daphnia: EC50/Daphnia magna/: >1000 mg/l/24 h (ethanol)
Toxicity to fish (acute): LC0/ Golden orfe/: > 4000 mg/l/48 h (n-propanol)
Toxicity to daphnia: EC50/Daphnia magna/: 3642 mg/l/48 h (n-propanol)
Toxicity to fish (acute): LC0/Fathead minnow/: 56 - 64 mg/l/96 h (n-proply
acetate)
Toxicity to daphnia: EC50/Daphnia magna/: 318 mg/l/24 h (n-propyl acetate)
Degree of elimination: 94% (Ethanol); > 60% (n-propanol and n-Propyl Acetate)
Persistence and degradability:
Evaluation: biodegradable
No data available
Mobility in soil (Ethanol):
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SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Suitable for incineration by approved agent under controlled conditions if permitted by local authorities, otherwise disposal must
be in accordance with local waste authority requirements. Product must be contained and not disposed to sewerage systems,
drains or waterways. Advise flammable nature. Empty containers must be decontaminated by rinsing with water. Non-
returnable containers should be de-gassed prior to disposal.
SECTION 14: TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
UN number: 1993
Class: 3
Subsidiary Risk: None Allocated
Packaging Group: II
Hazchem code: 3[Y]E
Not to be stored with explosives (Class 1), flammable gases in bulk (Class 2.1), poisonous
Incompatibilities:
gases (Class 2.3), spontaneously combustible substances (Class 4.2), oxidizing agents (Class
5.1), organic peroxides (Class 5.2), radioactive substances (Class 7). Exemptions may apply.
Road and Rail Transport (Australian Dangerous Goods Code):
UN number: 1993
Proper Shipping Name: FLAMMABLE LIQUID N.O.S (Contains Ethanol, n-Propanol, n-Propyl Acetate & Methoxy
Propanol)
Class: 3 Flammable Liquid
Packing Group: II
Hazchem Code: 3[Y]E
Marine Transport (International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code):
UN number: 1993
Proper Shipping Name: FLAMMABLE LIQUID N.O.S (contains Ethanol, n-Propanol, n-Propyl Acetate & Methoxy
Propanol)
Class: 3 Flammable Liquid
Packing Group: II
Marine Pollutant: No
Air Transport (International Air Transport Association Dangerous Goods Regulations):
UN number: 1993
Proper Shipping Name: FLAMMABLE LIQUID N.O.S (contains Ethanol, n-Propanol, n-Propyl Acetate & Methoxy
Propanol)
Class: 3 Flammable Liquid
Packing Group: II
SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION
Classification: Hazardous according to ASCC/NOHSC criteria.
Dangerous Good according to criteria of the Australian Dangerous Goods Code.
Poisons Schedule: Not scheduled
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SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION
Further Information can be obtained from:
CSR Distilleries Operations Pty Limited (ABN 85 009 660 191), 265 Whitehall Street, Yarraville, VIC 3013, Australia. Phone +61
3 9283 4500 or 1800 819 618 (available in Australia only). Fax 1800 647 260
Additional Information
Australian Standards References:
AS 1020 The Control of undesirable static electricity.
AS 1076 Code of Practice for selection, installation and maintenance of electrical apparatus and associated equipment
for use in explosive atmospheres (other than mining applications) 鈥? Parts 1 to 13.
AS/NZS 1336 Recommended Practices for Occupational Eye Protection.
AS/NZS 1715 Selection, Use and Maintenance of Respiratory Protective Devices.
AS/NZS 1716 Respiratory Protective Devices.
AS 1940 The Storage and Handling of Flammable and Combustible Liquids.
AS 2161 Industrial Safety Gloves and Mittens (excluding electrical and medical gloves).
AS 2380 Electrical equipment for explosive atmospheres 鈥? Explosion Protection Techniques (Parts 1 to 9).
AS 3000 Electrical installations (known as the Australian/New Zealand Wiring Rules).
This MSDS was correct at the time it was prepared (see below for the date). The Supplier, as part of its Health and Safety Programme, updates
MSDSs when its ongoing review process indicates a need for a change to be made. You should make sure that the MSDS you are reading and
relying on is current. You can do this by contacting the Supplier at the above address.
Issue Date: 08/2008
MSDS Revision Summary
Supercedes Issue Date: 02/2006
Reasons for Issue: Updated emergency phone number only. Full review required by 02/2011
CSR MSDS No.: MSDS-035
Expiry Date: 02/2011
END of MSDS
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