MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

PRODUCT : THINNER 800

1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION :

Product Name & Description : THINNER 800

Trade Name : THINNER 800
Supplier Supplier
: Berger Paints Indi a Ltd .
"Berger House"
129, Park Street
Kolkata – 700 017

Emergency Telephone Number : + 91 33 2229 9724/25/26/27

Fax No : + 91 33 2249 9009

2. COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS :

Identification of the preparation: Thinner

Components :

APPROX. WT.
NAME CAS NO.
(%)
Mineral Turpen tine oil
64742-88-7 98.0 – 99.0

DD Turpentin e oil 8006-64-2 1.0 – 2.0

3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION:

Flammable (IMCO Class 3) : Harmful, if inhaled. May cause dizziness, headache,

nausea, respiratory irritation, nose irritation, throat
irritation, eye irritation, skin irritation.
 NEPA Hazard Signals :

 Health :1
 Flammability :3
 Reactivity :0

4. FIRST AID MEASURES :

General : In all cases of doubt or fatality seek immediate medication .

Eye : Flush immediately with plenty of water for at least 5 minutes and
to get medical attention.

Skin : Remove all contaminated clothing / shoes and wash affected skin with soap
and water. Wash clothing before reuse and destroy contaminated shoes.

Inhalation : If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing
is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention immediately.

Swallowing : If swallowed, do not induce vomiting. Give large quantities of water or

several glasses of milk. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention
immediately.

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES :

 Extinguishing Media : Carbon dioxide, dry chemical, foam and / or water fog.
 Special Procedures : Fire fighters must wear self-contained breathing
apparatus or air masks.
 Containers exposed to fire should be kept cool with water spray.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES :

Steps to be Taken if Material is Released or Spilled :

Recover spilled material if possible. If unable to recover, then proceed with appropriate
cleanup methods. Absorb with materials such as : Clay. Sand. Sawdust. Vermiculite.
Collect in suitable and properly labeled containers. Water may be used for final cleaning of
affected area. Washed water should be disposed of in accordance with local regulations.

Personal Precautions : Use appropriate safety equipment. For additional information,

refer to Section 8, Exposure Controls and Personal Protection.

Environmental Precautions : Prevent from entering into soil, ditches, sewers, waterways
and/or groundwater. See section 12 Ecological information.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE :

Handling : Keep away from heat and sources of ignition and in no smoking area. Take
precautions against electric charges. It is recommended to wear antistatic clothes including shoes.
Use only non- sparking tools. Product should be handled in accordance with good in d ust rial safety
procedures.

Storage : Keep in cool, well ventilated place. Take precautionary measures against static discharges.
Store away from direct sunlight and sources of heat. Storage must comply with the loca l regulations and
should be labeled for proper identification. Do not allow smoking in the areas and keep
containers devoid of leakages.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION :

Personal Protection :

Respiratory Protection : In case of insufficient ventilation wear suitable respiratory

equipment.

Hand Protection : Impervious gloves, preferably PVC make. Evaluate the resistance of
the product under conditions of use.

Eye Protection : Wear approved safety glasses or chemical goggles or a face shield.
Have an emergency eyewash station readily available in the working area.

Skin & Body Protection : Impervious gloves, preferably PVC make, coveralls, boots,
and/or other resistant protective clothing. Have a safety shower/ eye wash fountain
readily available in the immediate work area.

Other Protective Measures : Remove contaminated clothing immediately. Keep

Contaminated clothing in closed containers. Discard or launder before re-wearing.
Inform laundry personnel of contaminated hazards.

Hygiene measures : Do not eat, drink or smoke in workplace. Wash hands before
eating.

Engineering Controls

Ventilation : Provide local and general exhaust ventilation to effectively remove and
prevent vapors and mists generated from the handling of this product. Care should be
taken in controlling the emission of fumes into the environment. Ensure that eyewash
stations and safety showers are proximal to the workstation location.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES :

 Appearance/Form : Smooth and unif orm liquid

 Colour : Colorless mobile liquid
 Boiling Point : 125 - 220ºC.
 Solubility in water : Insoluble in Water
 Flash Point : >34°C
 Specific Gravity : 0.77 –0.79
 Vapor Density : 4.35

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY :

 Stability Indicator : Yes

 Stability condition to avoid : Do not f reez e
 Hazardous decomposition products : None under normal use. Thermal
decomposition may leave residues
of metal oxides and emits fumes of
carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION :

Product not tested for the above information, but is classified by conventional method.

Indications:
Exposure to component solvent vapor concentration in excess of the stated
occupational exposure limit may result in adverse health effect such as mucous
membrane and respiratory system irritation. May include headache, dizziness, fatigue,
etc. The liquid splashed in the eye may cause irritation.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION :

No experimental data of the product available but can be classified by conventional

method. Do not allow material to be released to the environment (ground, air or water
Bodies, River, sewerages).

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION :

Recommendations : To dispose by burning (Controlled incineration is recommended),

in compliance with local regulations. Empty container can be disposed off as scrap
material recycled.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION :

♦ UN-No : 1300
♦ Marine pollutant : Yes
♦ Shipping name : Thinner
♦ Packing Group : III
♦ ADR : Class 3
♦ IMO / IMDG : Class 3
♦ ICAO/IADA : Class 3
♦ EMS : F-E, S-E

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION :

Product is classified in accordance with EEC regulations-Dir.91/326/EEC commission
Dir. Of 5.3.91 adapting to technical progress 13 th time council Dir.67/548/EEC
relating to the classification, packing and labeling of dangerous
goods. OJ no L 180, 8.7.91, p79; OJ no L 180A.

Labeling:
R-Phrase (s):
R65 Harmful
R36/38 Irritating to eyes & skin.

S-Phrase (s):
S2 Keep out of reach of children
S13 Keep away from food, drink & animal feeding stuffs.
S24/25 Avoid contact with skin & eyes.
S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty
water and seek medical advice.
S51 Use only in well ventilated areas.
S16 Keep away from source of ignition, no smoking.

Symbol(s):

FLAMMABLE HARMFUL

16. DISCLAIMER
The information contained in this Material Safety Data Sheet is believed to be reliable but
no representation, guarantee or warranties of any kind are made as to its accuracy,
suitability for a particular application of results to be obtained for them. It is upto the
user to ensure that the in formation contained in the Material Safety Da ta Sheet is
relevant to the product handled to him. Berger Paints India Ltd. makes no wa rranties
expressed or implied, in respect of the adequacy of this document for any particular purpose.