Tack Aerosol

Storage

Store in accordance with the Highly Flammable Liquids Regulations. Keep containers tightly closed and dry. Avoid temperatures below 10°C and above 25°C. Drums should always be tightly closed after use. Packaging materials Must only be kept in original packaging. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection. Exposure limits STD Long term (8 hrs) Short term (15 min) Dichloromethane MEL 100ppm – 350mg/m³ 300ppm – 1060mg/m³ Ventilation Ensure there is sufficient ventilation of the area. Ensure lighting and electrical equipment are not a source of ignition. Respiratory protection Wear respiratory protection where there is a risk of exposure to concentrations above OEL (occupational exposure limit). Hand protection Wear plastic or rubber gloves. Eye protection Wear chemical resistant goggles. Skin protection Wear protective clothing. Physical and Chemical Properties.

Appearance/Odor

Red liquid Characteristic Evaporation rate Fast Boiling point 40°C Flash point < -30°C Flammability Highly flammable Auto ignition temperature > 500°C Explosive limits in air % v/v Lower 13% Upper 22% Viscosity @ 20°C Non-viscous Solubility Insoluble in water. Soluble in organic solvents. Stability and Reactivity. Conditions to avoid Avoid open flames, welding arcs or other high temperature sources which include thermal decomposition. Materials to avoid Oxidising agents. Hazardous decomposition hazards Thermal decomposition products may include hydrogen chloride and small amounts of phosgene. Toxicological Information. DICHLOROMETHANE ORL MUS LD50 4770 mg/kg ORL RAT LD50 5350 mg/kg SCU MUS LD50 6460 mg/kg Eye contact May cause conjunctive irritation and corneal damage. Skin contact Mild irritant but prolonged contact can cause more severe effects such as dermatitis. Inhalation Irritation of the respiratory tract. Ecological Information. Mobility Volatile. Persistence and degradability Only slightly biodegradable. Bioaccumulation No bioaccumulation potential. Ecotoxicity Dichloromethane is practically non-toxic to fish in static water, but slightly toxic in flowing water. Disposal Consideration. Disposal of the product is governed by the Control of Pollution (Special Wastes) Regulations 1980. Non-recoverable waste should be disposed of via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Transport Information. ADR / RID UN no: 3161 ADR Class: 2.1 Packing group: II Hazard ID no: 23 Labelling: 2.1 Shipping name: LIQUEFIED GAS, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S IMDG / IMO UN no: 3161 Class: 2.1 Packing group: II IATA / ICAO UN no: 3161 Class: 2 Packing instructions: 200 Quantity: 150 Regulatory Information. CHIP Label for supply HARMFUL HIGHLY FLAMMABLE CHIP Risk phrases R40 Possible risk of irreversible effects. CHIP Safety phrases S9 Keep containers in a well ventilated place. S16 Keep away from sources of ignition. NO SMOKING. S23 Do not breathe vapour. S25 Avoid contact with eyes. S29 Do not empty into drains. S33 Take precautionary measures against static discharges. S51 Use only in well ventilated areas. S60 This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste. Regulatory references CHIP Regulations 1996. Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. COSHH Regulations 1994.