Material Safety Data Sheet
This material is hazardous according to criteria of NOHSC.
Classified as Dangerous Goods by the criteria of the Australian Dangerous Goods Code (ADG Code) for Transport by
Road and Rail.
1. Identification of the substance/preparation and of the company/undertaking
703-82192 MAXITHANE WET EDGE EXTENDER
Product Name:
Supplier: Orica Woodcare
ABN: 004 117 828
Street Address: 1330 Ferntree Gully Road
Scoresby 3179
Australia
Telephone Number: +61 3 9757 9570
Facsimile: +61 3 9757 9590
1 800 033 111 (ALL HOURS)
Emergency Telephone:
2. Composition/information on ingredients
Product Description: Additive to extend dry time of floor coatings. Colourless liquid with a solvent odour.
1-methoxy-2-propyl >60% -
propionate
148462-57-1
2-methoxy-1-propyl <2% -
propionate
148462-58-2
N-methyl-2-pyrrolidone 10-<30% R36/38
872-50-4
3. Hazards identification
Risk Phrases: Flammable. Irritating to eyes and skin.
Poisons Schedule: None allocated.
4. First-aid measures
For advice, contact a Poisons Information Centre (Phone eg. Australia 131 126; New Zealand 0 800 764766) or a doctor.
Inhalation: Remove victim from area of exposure - avoid becoming a casualty. Remove contaminated clothing
and loosen remaining clothing. Allow patient to assume most comfortable position and keep warm.
Keep at rest until fully recovered. If patient finds breathing difficult and develops a bluish
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discolouration of the skin (which suggests a lack of oxygen in the blood - cyanosis), ensure airways
are clear of any obstruction and have a qualified person give oxygen through a face mask. Apply
artificial respiration if patient is not breathing. Seek immediate medical advice.
Skin Contact: If skin or hair contact occurs, immediately remove any contaminated clothing and wash skin and
hair thoroughly with running water. If swelling, redness, blistering or irritation occurs seek medical
assistance.
Eye Contact: If in eyes, hold eyelids apart and flush the eye continuously with running water. Continue flushing
until advised to stop by the Poisons Information Centre or a doctor, or for at least 15 minutes.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water. If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting. Give a glass of water. Seek
immediate medical assistance.
Notes to physician: Treat symptomatically.
5. Fire-fighting measures
Specific Hazards: Flammable liquid. May form flammable vapour mixtures with air. Avoid all ignition
sources. All potential sources of ignition (open flames, pilot lights, furnaces, spark
producing switches and electrical equipment etc) must be eliminated both in and near
the work area. Do NOT smoke. Flameproof equipment is necessary in all areas
where this chemical is being used. Nearby equipment must be earthed. Vapour may
travel a considerable distance to source of ignition and flash back.
Fire-fighting advice: On burning will emit toxic fumes. Keep containers cool with water spray. If safe to do
so, remove containers from path of fire. Fire fighters to wear self-contained breathing
apparatus and suitable protective clothing if risk of exposure to vapour or products of
combustion.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Foam, dry agent (carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder).
6. Accidental release measures
Shut off all possible sources of ignition. Clear area of all unprotected personnel. Slippery when spilt. Avoid accidents,
clean up immediately. Wear protective equipment to prevent skin and eye contact and breathing in vapours. Work up
wind or increase ventilation. Contain - prevent run off into drains and waterways. Use absorbent (soil, sand or other inert
material). If contamination of sewers or waterways has occurred advise local emergency services.
7. Handling and storage
Handling advice: Avoid skin and eye contact and breathing in vapour, mists and aerosols.
Storage advice: Store away from sources of heat or ignition. Store away from incompatible materials described in
Section 10. Keep containers closed when not in use - check regularly for leaks.
8. Exposure controls/personal protection
Occupational Exposure Limits:
No value assigned for this specific material by the National Occupational Health and Safety Commission. However,
Exposure Standard(s) for constituent(s):
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1-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone: 8hr TWA = 103 mg/m3 (25 ppm), 15 min STEL = 309 mg/m3 (75 ppm)
As published by the National Occupational Health and Safety Commission.
TWA - The time-weighted average airborne concentration over an eight-hour working day, for a five-day working week
over an entire working life.
STEL (Short Term Exposure Limit) 鈥? the average airborne concentration over a 15 minute period which should not be
exceeded at any time during a normal eight hour work day. According to current knowledge this concentration should
neither impair the health or, not cause undue discomfort to, nearly all workers.
These Exposure Standards are guides to be used in the control of occupational health hazards. All atmospheric
contamination should be kept to as low a level as is workable. These exposure standards should not be used as fine
dividing lines between safe and dangerous concentrations of chemicals. They are not a measure of relative toxicity.
Engineering Control Measures:
Ensure ventilation is adequate and that air concentrations of components are controlled below quoted Exposure
Standards. Vapour heavier than air - prevent concentration in hollows or sumps. DO NOT enter confined spaces
where vapour may have collected. Keep containers closed when not in use.
Personal Protective Equipment:
Orica Personal Protection Guide No. 1, 1998: H - OVERALLS, SAFETY SHOES, CHEMICAL GOGGLES, GLOVES,
RESPIRATOR.
Wear overalls, chemical goggles and impervious gloves. Use with adequate ventilation. If inhalation risk exists wear
organic vapour/particulate respirator or air supplied mask meeting the requirements of AS/NZS 1715 and AS/NZS 1716.
Always wash hands before smoking, eating, drinking or using the toilet. Wash contaminated clothing and other protective
equipment before storage or re-use.
9. Physical and chemical properties
Physical state: Liquid
Colour: Colourless
Odour: Solvent
Solubility: Soluble in organic solvents. Partially soluble in water.
Specific Gravity: 0.96
Relative Vapour Density (air=1): >1
Vapour Pressure (20 掳C): N Av
Flash Point (掳C): 58
Flammability Limits (%): 0.6-20
Autoignition Temperature (掳C): N Av
Melting Point/Range (掳C): N App
Boiling Point/Range (掳C): 150
Decomposition Point (掳C): N Av
pH: N App
Viscosity: N Av
Evaporation Rate: N Av
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10. Stability and reactivity
Stability: Incompatible with oxidising agents .
11. Toxicological information
No adverse health effects expected if the product is handled in accordance with this Safety Data Sheet and the product
label. Symptoms or effects that may arise if the product is mishandled and overexposure occurs are:
Ingestion: Swallowing can result in nausea, vomiting and central nervous system depression. If the victim is
showing signs of central system depression (like those of drunkeness) there is greater likelihood of the
patient breathing in vomit and causing damage to the lungs. Breathing in vomit may lead to aspiration
pneumonia (inflammation of the lung).
Eye contact: An eye irritant.
Skin contact: Contact with skin will result in irritation. Will have a degreasing action on the skin. Repeated or prolonged
skin contact may lead to irritant contact dermatitis.
Inhalation: Material may be irritant to the mucous membranes of the respiratory tract (airways). Breathing in vapour
can result in headaches, dizziness, drowsiness, and possible nausea. Breathing in high concentrations
can produce central nervous system depression, which can lead to loss of co-ordination, impaired
judgement and if exposure is prolonged, unconsciousness.
Long Term Effects:
No information available for the product.
Toxicological Data:
No LD50 data available for the product. The toxicity of the product may be attributed to the solvents it contains.
Additive effects may occur with mixtures of solvents. Similar effects can occur where the consumption of alcohol is
also involved. For the constituent N-methyl pyrrolidone (1):
Oral LD50 (rat): 4200 mg/kg
Dermal LD50 (rat): 8000 mg/kg
12. Ecotoxicological information
Avoid contaminating waterways.
13. Disposal considerations
Refer to Waste Management Authority. Dispose of material through a licensed waste contractor. Advise flammable
nature. Normally suitable for incineration by an approved agent.
14. Transport information
Road and Rail Transport
Classified as Dangerous Goods by the criteria of the Australian Dangerous Goods Code (ADG Code) for Transport by
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Road and Rail.
UN No: 1263
Class-primary 3 Flammable Liquid
Packing Group: III
Proper Shipping Name: PAINT RELATED MATERIAL
Hazchem Code: 3[Y]
Marine Transport
Classified as Dangerous Goods by the criteria of the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG Code) for
transport by sea.
UN No: 1263
Class-primary: 3 Flammable Liquid
Packing Group: III
Proper Shipping Name: PAINT RELATED MATERIAL
Air Transport
Classified as Dangerous Goods by the criteria of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Dangerous Goods
Regulations for transport by air.
UN No: 1263
Class-primary: 3 Flammable Liquid
Packing Group: III
Proper Shipping Name: PAINT RELATED MATERIAL
15. Regulatory information
Classification: This material is hazardous according to criteria of NOHSC.
Xi: Irritant
Risk Phrase(s): R10: Flammable.
R36/38: Irritating to eyes and skin.
Safety Phrase(s): S16: Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
S24/25: Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
S29: Do not empty into drains.
S33: Take precautionary measures against static discharges.
S38: In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment.
Poisons Schedule: None allocated.
All the constituents of this material are listed on the Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS).
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16. Other information
(1) Supplier Material Safety Data Sheet; 10/ 2002.
This material safety data sheet has been prepared by SH&E Shared Services, Orica.
Reason(s) for Issue:
First Issue Primary MSDS
This MSDS summarises to our best knowledge at the date of issue, the chemical health and safety hazards of the
material and general guidance on how to safely handle the material in the workplace. Since Orica Limited cannot
anticipate or control the conditions under which the product may be used, each user must, prior to usage, assess and
control the risks arising from its use of the material.
If clarification or further information is needed, the user should contact their Orica representative or Orica Limited at
the contact details on page 1.
Orica Limited's responsibility for the material as sold is subject to the terms and conditions of sale, a copy of which is
available upon request.
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