Material Safety Data Sheet
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Hazardous according to criteria of Worksafe Australia
GALMET Cold Galvanizing Aerosol
1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
ITW Polymers & Fluids Pty Ltd
100 Hassall St Wetherill Park NSW 2164 Australia
Ph: +61 2 9757 8800 Fax: +61 2 9757 3855
Emergency Ph: + 61 2 9757 8800 (Office Hours)
Product Name: GALMET Cold Galvanizing Aerosol
Synonyms: Zinc Rich Paint
Manufacturer's Product Code(s): GCGA400
Use: Anticorrosive Paint for Steel
UN Number: 1950
Proper Shipping Name: AEROSOLS
Dangerous Goods Class: 2.1
Subsidiary risk: 3
Packing Group: None allocated
Hazchem Code: 2[Y]
2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
SUBSTANCE NAME Proportion CAS Number
DIMETHYL ETHER 10 to 30% 115-10-6
TOLUENE 10 to 30% 108-88-3
LIQUID HYDROCARBONS 10 to 30% 64742-95-6
BENTONITE CLAY Less than 1% 1302-78-9
ZINC 10 to 30% -
CHLORINATED PARAFFIN Less than 1% -
3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
HAZARDOUS ACCORDING TO THE CRITERIA OF WORKSAFE AUSTRALIA
Hazard Category: Harmful
ACUTE HEALTH EFFECTS
Swallowed:
Harmful if swallowed.
Vomiting, may cause this product to be aspirated into the lungs, which may lead to chemical pneumonitis.
Eye:
May cause irritation to the eyes, with effects including: tearing, pain, stinging and blurred vision.
Skin:
May cause irritation to the skin, with effects including; Redness and itchiness.
Inhaled:
Harmful if inhaled.
Will cause severe irritation to the nose, throat and respiratory system with effects including: Dizziness,
headache, incoordination, chest pains, coughing, respiratory paralysis and or failure.
Chronic:
Prolonged or repeated skin contact may lead to dermatitis.
Prolonged or repeated exposure may lead to irreversible damage to health.
Prolonged or repeated exposure or deliberately concentrating and inhaling the vapour(s) may result in lung
function incapacity or death.
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4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Swallowed:
If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre (dial 13 11 26 anywhere in Australia). If
swallowed DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING 鈥? give a glass of milk or water and seek medical advice.
Eye:
If in eyes, hold eyes open and flood with water for at least 15 minutes 鈥? see a doctor.
Skin:
Remove contaminated clothing and shoes immediately. Wash skin with soap and water.
Inhaled:
Remove victim to fresh air - Apply resuscitation if victim is not breathing - Administer oxygen if breathing is
difficult.
First Aid Facilities:
Eye wash fountain, safety shower and normal wash room facilities.
Advice to Doctor:
Treat symptomatically.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Fire/Explosion Hazard
If safe to do so, move undamaged containers from fire area.
Use dry chemical or CO2 to extinguish if safe to do so.
DO NOT USE WATER.
Flammability
Highly flammable gas. Avoid all sources of ignition, heat and naked flames. Contents under pressure.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
ELIMINATE all ignition sources (no smoking, flares, sparks or flames in immediate area).
- All equipment used when handling the product must be grounded.
- Fully encapsulating, vapour protective clothing should be worn for spills and leaks with no fire.
- Do not touch or walk through spilled material.
- Stop leak if you can do it without risk.
- Do not direct water at spill or source of leak.
- Use water spray to reduce vapors or divert vapor cloud drift.
- If possible, turn leaking containers so that gas escapes rather than liquid.
- Prevent entry into waterways, sewers, basements or confined areas.
- Isolate area until gas has dispersed.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Store in a cool place and out of direct sunlight. Store away from sources of heat, ignition, sparks, flames or
electrical discharges. All equipment must be earthed. Store away from oxidizing agents.
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8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Standards
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DIMETHYL ETHER
No Exposure details available
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TOLUENE
(Worksafe Australia)
[TWA]100 ppm 377 mg/m鲁
[STEL]150 ppm 565 mg/m鲁
Notices: H;R
(ACGIH)
[TWA]50 ppm 188 mg/m鲁
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LIQUID HYDROCARBONS
(Worksafe Australia)
[TWA]50 ppm
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BENTONITE CLAY
(Worksafe Australia)
[TWA]5 mg/m鲁
(ACGIH)
[TWA]5 mg/m鲁
Engineering Controls
Absolutely no smoking or other sources of ignition. All valves, regulators, reticulation etc must be in good
working order and should be checked regularly according to any National or International Standards or
Manufacturers instructions. Maintain adequate ventilation.The use of natural ventilation systems are
adequate unless the gas is being used in a process , then the use of a local exhaust ventilation system is
recommended.
Personal Protection Equipment
GLOVES: PVC or Nitrile.
EYES: Chemical goggles or faceshield to protect eyes.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Avoid breathing of vapours, mists or spray. Select and use respirators in
accordance with AS/NZS 1715/1716. When mists or vapours exceed the exposure standards then the use of
an appropriate respirator complying with the requirements of AS/NZS 1715. Filter capacity and respirator
type depends on exposure levels.
If entering spaces where the airborne concentration of a contaminant is unknown then the use of a Self-
contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) complying with AS/NZS 1715 / 1716, or any other acceptable
International Standard is recommended.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance: Grey Viscous Liqid with Hydrocarbon Odour
Boiling Point Melting Point: -25 掳C (DME)
Vapour Pressure: 31 mm Hg @ 25 掳C
Specific Gravity: 2.6 g/ml
Flash Point: -41 掳C
Flammability Limits: 0.8 - 26.7%
Solubility in Water: Insoluble
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10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABILITY: Stable under normal conditions of use.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Emits oxides of carbon when heated to decomposition.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur.
INCOMPATIBILITIES: Strong alkalis, acids, nitrates and oxidizing agents.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Heat, flames, ignition sources and incompatibles.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No toxicological information is available for this product.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
This substance may cause long term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
This substance may cause long term adverse effects in the environment
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Empty aerosol containers may be recycled (recyclable steel)
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
UN Number: 1950
Proper Shipping Name: AEROSOLS
Dangerous Goods Class: 2
Subsidiary risk: 3
Packing Group: None allocated
Hazchem Code: 2[Y]
Classified as a CLASS 2.1 (FLAMMABLE GAS)
Dangerous Good according to the Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail,
6th Edition.
Dangerous goods of Class 2.1 (Flammable Gas), or with a Subsidiary Risk of 2.1, are incompatible in a
placard load with any of the following:
- Class 1
- Class 3, if both the Class 2.1 and Class 3 dangerous goods are in bulk
- Class 4
- Class 5
- Class 7
Dangerous Goods - Initial Emergency Response Guide (SAA/SNZ HB76:1997)
For Flammable Gases, Guide No: 04
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15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Poison Schedule: S5
RISK PHRASES
R12 Extremely flammable
R20 Harmful by inhalation.
R65 Harmful: May cause lung damage if swallowed.
SAFETY PHRASES
S2 Keep out of reach of children.
S9 Keep container in a well ventilated place.
S16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
S21 When using, do not smoke.
S22 Do not breathe dust or vapour.
S25 Avoid contact with eyes.
S29 Do not empty into drains.
S33 Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
S38 In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory protection.
S43 In case of fire use carbon dioxide or dry powder firefighting equipment, NEVER ADD WATER
S62 If swallowed, do not induce vomiting; Seek medical advice immediately and show this container or
label.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Contact Point
Technical Manager: (02) 9757 8800
Disclaimer
The information herein is to the best of our knowledge, correct and complete. It describes the safety requirements for this product and
should not be construed as guaranteeing specific properties. Since methods and conditions are beyond our control we do not accept
liability for any damages resulting from the use of, or reliance on, this information in inappropriate contexts.
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